We Talk Health - Official Podcast of West Tennessee Healthcare

On this episode of We Talk Health, the Coffee Conversations ladies are back! Today's conversation is all about women's heart health. February is Heart Month, and the ladies do a great job of sharing their knowledge on ways that women specifically can keep their heart health top of mind this month. Tune in to learn more!  Hosts:  Abby Mays RD/LDN Clinical Dietitian Tracey Dickson, RN  L&a...

On this episode of We Talk Health, Bryan Thorne, Andy Akin, and Cathy Sudbury join Will Kwasigroh in a conversation all about shoulder pain. People don't realize just how complex the shoulder is, and how debilitating a shoulder injury can be. Bryan and Andy are both Physical Therapists at LIFT Therapy and have years of experience between them when it comes to treating patients. If you're...

On this episode of We Talk Health, Bryan Thorne, Andy Akin, and Cathy Sudbury join Will Kwasigroh in a conversation all about neck pain. Neck pain can come from many different problems and can cause many problems within the body. Bryan and Andy are both Physical Therapists at LIFT Therapy and have years of experience between them when it comes to treating patients. If you're having neck pain,...

On this episode of We Talk Health, Will Kwasigroh interviews Scott Barber, the CEO of Dyersburg Hospital in Dyersburg, TN. Scott talks about the hospital, the different services offered, and why local people in Dyer County and surrounding areas should choose to go to Dyersburg Hospital for their medical needs.  Dyersburg Hospital is located at 400 E. Tickle St,  Dyersburg, TN 38024. Hosts:  Will K...

On this episode of We Talk Health, Will Kwasigroh interviews Kim Ross, Stacy Vaughn, and Sharla Teel all about the new NICU that has opened up at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital. They talk about the services that are offered, the expansion, the number of beds that are now offered, and much more. They also discuss their roles in the NICU and how they help their patients and families when th...

On this episode of We Talk Health, Will Kwasigroh interviews Sherry Scruggs, the CEO of Milan Hospital in Milan, TN. Sherry talks about the hospital, the different services offered, and why local people in Gibson County and surrounding areas should choose to go to Milan Hospital for their medical needs.  Milan Hospital is located at 4039 Highland Ave, Milan, TN.  Hosts:  Will Kwasigroh Social Medi...

On this episode of We Talk Health, Melissa Pipkin joins Will Kwasigroh and talks all about the Hospice Volunteer Program - a program offered by Hospice of West Tennessee. Melissa is the Volunteer Coordinator and can help anyone who may be interested in serving.  What exactly is the Hospice Volunteer Program? How can someone get involved?  Do you have to have a background check? All of these questi...

On this episode of We Talk Health, Daron Lifsey joins Will Kwasigroh in the studio and discusses Hospice Bereavement.  Daron is an MSW, and an LCSW and works with families whose loved ones just received hospice care and have then passed away. Hospice of West Tennessee offers these family members help and support for many months after the loss, and it generally takes more time than people realize t...

On this episode of We Talk Health, Stephanie Hill comes in to talk about the role of a Hospice Social Worker. Stephanie talks about what her day to day looks like as a hospice social worker, what she does to help her patients and the families of these patients, the type of paperwork that she can take care of for the patient, and many more things. Tune in to learn more! Hosts:  Will Kwasigroh Socia...

On this episode of We Talk Health, Dr. Bethany Lawrence and Jennifer Rice come in and talk about Palliative Care. November is National Hospice and Palliative Care Month.  What exactly is palliative care? What's the difference between palliative care and hospice care? Who can receive palliative care? All of these questions and more will be answered.  Tune in to learn more!  If you have questio...

On this episode of We Talk Health, Lisa Phillips comes in to talk about the role of a hospice nurse. November is National Hospice and Palliative Care Month, and Will asks several questions about hospice nursing.  What exactly is a hospice nurse? What do they do? What is the difference between a hospice nurse and a nurse that you'd see in a clinic or in the hospital? All of these questions and...

On this episode of We Talk Health, Abby Mays joins Will Kwasigroh to discuss Child Health Month. Though Child Health Month is technically in October, the health of a child is important all year round. How important are specific foods for children? How much should your child be active during the day? Both of these questions and more are answered on today's podcast. Tune in to learn more! If yo...

On this episode of We Talk Health, Dr. Sarah Jane Camper comes in and talks about building healthy habits for children. When is a good bedtime for younger children? Should they be drinking sports drinks? What about all of the screens around them? All of this and more will be answered on today's episode. Tune in to learn more!  If you're in the Dyersburg area and would like to schedule an...

On this episode of We Talk Health, Will Kwasigroh sits down with Elizabeth Courtner and discusses what ACEs are. What is an ACE? Who can experience an ACE?  How common are they? All of these questions and more are answered. Tune in to find out!  If you have questions, feel free to reach out to Healthier Beginnings at  emily.sain@wth.org.  Hosts:  Will Kwaisgroh Social Media Coordinator  Elizabeth...

On this episode of We Talk Health, Tammy Hardee, Emily Muse, Carrie Ann Knox, and Abby Mays take over the mics to have their second Coffee Conversations. This time, it's all about Breast Health. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and these ladies shed some light on ways to check yourself for lumps, ways to keep your health top of mind, and what to do if you feel a lump in your breast....

On this episode of We Talk Health, Will Kwasigroh interviews Dr. Michael Abdelmissah about vaccinations for children. What vaccinations do children need to begin school? Do vaccines cause autism? (spoiler alert: No, they don't). What are the proper ages for vaccinations? All of these questions and more are answered on today's episode. Tune in to learn more! Dr. Michael is currently accep...

On this episode of We Talk Health, Hailey Archer comes talks with Will Kwasigroh about a healthy Spanish dish that is not only delicious but nutritious as well. The rice, guacamole, and black beans in this dish are sure to bring the Spanish flair that we all love while also being a great way to bring in the nutrients we need into our diets. Tune in to learn more about this dish! Click the link bel...

On this episode of We Talk Health, Will Kwasigroh sits down with Hailey Archer and discusses a new, healthy recipe for you all to try - Chickpea Masala. This recipe was absolutely delicious, nutritious, and quite different than what we typically eat in Jackson, TN. Tune in to learn all about the recipe,  the benefits of the ingredients listed, and how you can take steps towards a healthier lifesty...

On this episode of We Talk Health, Will Kwasigroh interviews Autumn Ellis, NP. Autumn is practicing in Halls, TN, and is currently accepting new patients. If you're living in the Halls area and need a provider, give her a call to set up an appointment. Tune in to learn more about Autumn!  If you'd like to set up an appointment with Autumn, give her a call at 731-836-9303 today! Hosts:  W...

On this episode of We Talk Health, Will Kwasigroh travels to Dyersburg, TN to interview Becky Bruce about routine monitoring and knowing your numbers. What is routine monitoring? Why should you know your numbers? What are the numbers that you should know? All of these questions and more are answered. Tune in to find out!  Hosts: Will Kwasigroh Social Media Coordinator  Becky Bruce, NP

On this episode of We Talk Health, Will Kwasigroh interviews Kelly Nye and Jim Nelson about early childhood development. There are tons of things that parents need to be aware of as their children grow - milestones that their children need to be hitting. Jim and Kelly talk about those milestones, what to do if your child isn't hitting that milestone, and ways you as a parent can help your chi...

On this episode of We Talk Health, Will Kwasigroh interviews Scott Sweat of the West Tennessee Healthcare Heart and Vascular Center about the TAVR Procedure. TAVR Stands for Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement and has quickly become a popular procedure when it comes to heart health. What is involved with the procedure? Who could benefit from it? How long does it last? All of these questions and...

On this episode of We Talk Health, Will Kwasigroh sits down with Kathie Cothern of the Therapy And Learning Center to discuss the topic of going back to school. Schools in the West Tennessee Area recently started back, and they discuss what parents can do to make sure their child has a great start.  If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Kathie at 731-688-9070.  Tune in to learn more...

On this episode of We Talk Health, we welcome Dr. Dina Ahmad to the West Tennessee Medical Group team! Dr. Ahmad is an Advanced Gastroenterologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of digestive disorders. In this episode, Will Kwasigroh interviews her about where she is from, her schooling, and why she chose to come to Jackson, TN.  Dr. Ahmad is now working at West Tennessee Medical Grou...

On this episode of We Talk Health, Will Kwasigroh interviews Deann Thelen, CEO of Jackson-Madison County General Hospital all about JMCGH, the services that are offered, how many patients they treat annually, and several other topics. This podcast is released in celebration of West Tennessee Healthcare, as well as Jackson-Madison County General Hospital, turning 71 years old!  Hosts:  Will Kwasigr...