We Talk Health - Official Podcast of West Tennessee Healthcare

Dr. Mike Revelle and Dr. Fielding Randolph discuss what exactly a Hospitalist is, the difference between a Hospitalist and a Primary Care Physician,  and how important Hospitalists are to a patient's care while in the hospital.  Hosts:  Dr. Mike Revelle, West Tennessee Healthcare’s Medical Director of Emergency Services   Dr. Fielding Randolph, Hospitalist Do you have questions about somethin...

Mary Beth Dunagan and LeighAnn Sutton talk about what perinatal mental health is, some symptoms of postpartum depression and anxiety, and perinatal bereavement.  Do you have questions about something you heard on today's podcast? Please email us at wetalkhealthpodcast@gmail.com Hosts:  Mary Beth Dunagan, the Office Manager of Women’s & Children’s Services  LeighAnn Sutton,  the Perinatal...

Chrystal Dickson and Will Kwasigroh sit down and discuss different food options that you can buy to make healthier choices, ranging from beverages to desserts.  Do you have questions about something you heard on today's podcast? Please email us at wetalkhealthpodcast@gmail.com Hosts:  Chrystal Dickson, RDN, LDN, Clinical Nutrition Manager Will Kwasigroh, Social Media Coordinator

Chrystal Dickson and Will Kwasigroh take a look into food options you have that are both healthy and budget-friendly, as well as several tips you can use while you're shopping to ensure you stay within your budget.  Hosts:  Chrystal Dickson, RDN, LDN, Clinical Nutrition Manager Will Kwasigroh, Social Media Coordinator Do you have questions about something you heard on today's podcast? Pl...

Chrystal Dickson and Will Kwasigroh dive into what a healthy diet looks like and how you can make subtle changes to your diet that will make a big difference to your overall health.  Do you have questions about something you heard on today's podcast? Please email us at wetalkhealthpodcast@gmail.com Hosts: Chrystal Dickson, RDN, LDN, Clinical Nutrition Manager Will Kwasigroh, Social Media Coor...

This is a very special episode of We Talk Health all about Coronavirus (COVID-19). Dr. Lisa Piercey, the TN Commissioner of Health, Dr. Claude Pirtle, and Dr. Mike Revelle and Will Kwasigroh sit down and discuss what we know about the Coronavirus, as of March 10th, 2020. We are constantly learning new things about the virus, and we will be updating the public as we learn more information. Click th...

Chrystal Dickson and Will Kwasigroh discuss several different kinds of trending diets, if they are good for your overall health, and how you can select the best one for yourself.  Do you have questions about something you heard on today's podcast? Please email us at wetalkhealthpodcast@gmail.com

Susie Tucker, RRT Nick Archer, RN Logan Campbell, RN Stacey Davis, RN, and Heather Sedberry, RN discuss what patients and their families can expect when they are on the A2 Step-Down Unit, right after open-heart surgery. West Tennessee Healthcare Heart & Vascular offers comprehensive care for a full range of cardiovascular disease and heart health issues. To learn more call (731) 541-6317, or v...

Emily Garner, RN, Dr. Eric Sievers, Clay Cox, RNFA and Steve Diamond discuss the recent announcement of the West Tennessee Heart and Vascular Center receiving a 3 Star Ranking by the Society of Thoracic Surgeons, how big of a deal this is for West Tennessee, and just what that means for our heart patients.  Hosts:  Dr. Eric Sievers, Cardiothoracic Surgeon Emily Garner, RN, Clinical Manager Clay Co...

Susie Tucker, RRT, Nicole Conaway, CEP, Chrystal Dickson, RDN, Jennifer Mealer, Physical Therapist Assistant, and Pamela Roberts, RRT, discuss the different people you will encounter and work with during open-heart surgery, from admission all the way to discharge.  Hosts: Chrystal Dickson, RDN, LDN, Clinical Nutrition Manager Nicole Conaway, CEP, CES,  Susie Tucker, RRT, RCP Jennifer Mealer, Physi...

Susie Tucker, RN,  Miranda Anthony, BSN, RN, Bonna Gollihugh, FNP, and Hannah Fish, RN, discuss what a patient should expect following open-heart surgery.  Hosts:  Susie Tucker, RN, West Tennessee Cardiac Rehab Miranda Anthony, BSN, RN, Case Manager Bonna Gollihugh, FNP, Patient Navigator at Cardiothoracic Surgery Center Hannah Fish, RN, Discharge Advocate, Cardiac step-down unit at Jackson-Madiso...

On this week's episode of We Talk Health, Laura Guidi, RN, Dr. Eric Sievers, Bonna Gollihugh, FNP, and Susie Tucker, RN, discuss expectations when a patient experiences heart surgery, and what patients can expect during Heart Camp.  Do you have questions about something you heard on today's podcast? Email us at wetalkhealtpodcast@gmail.com, and we will get back to you! Hosts: Laura Guidi...

Dr. Mike Revelle, West Tennessee Healthcare’s Medical Director of Emergency Services, and David Kerns, ER Office Manager, talk about what sepsis is, how someone can become septic, and the dangers associated with sepsis. If you ever have any questions that you would like answered, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at wetalkhealthpodcast@gmail.com, and we will get back to you as soon as...

Dr. Mike Revelle, West Tennessee Healthcare’s Medical Director of Emergency Services, and David Kerns, ER Office Manager, talk about the differences between an urgent care visit vs. going to the ER, and some examples of times when people should go to each. West Tennessee Healthcare treats more than 185,000 ER patients every year, and has seven ER locations throughout West Tennessee. Find one here:...

Dr. Claude Pirtle and Fred Sesti talk about symptoms of Diabetes, who's at risk and risk factors.  Dr. Pirtle and Fred Sesti, NP, both practice at LIFT Health Clinic. You can make an appointment with either provider by calling (731) 425-6900.  If you ever have any questions that you would like answered, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at wetalkhealthpodcast@gmail.com, and we wil...

Dr. Wright explains what AFIB is, what the heart experiences during AFIB, survival rates and more.  If you ever have any questions that you would like answered, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at wetalkhealthpodcast@gmail.com, and we will get back to you as soon as possible!