Hello Healthy – a Dignity Health Podcast

What makes a Well Woman? Pillars of Lifestyle Medicine Dr. Anne Kennard is an OB/GYN and nutrition activity avoidance of risky substances social connection sleep stress management.  We will talk about each of these subheadings in some detail with a few thoughts and actionable items that are globally applicable and will not be construed as medical advice

Dr. Chadha (Family Practice Physician, Obesity Medicine Clinician) talks about Obesity Management. Dr. Chadha explains what is obesity, the health complications that come with it, and why is managing your weight important.

With Dr. Bowles coming from an emergency medicine background, his experience with stroke care is primarily within the first few hours (hopefully) after onset -- the first hour in the emergency department is sometimes referred to as the 'golden hour,' when almost all important tests and decisions should be completed. This episode emphasizes the importance of early stroke recognition, things to do a...

Dr. Salvo (Electrophysiologist / Director of Electrophysiology lab at Bakersfield Memorial Hospital) talks about Sudden Cardiac Arrest).  Dr. Salvo explains what is sudden cardiac arrest, the signs and symptoms, and the potential risk factors.

In this panel interview Ms. Hall (Director of Emergency Services at Mercy Medical Center in Merced), Ms. Luce (Merced City Fire Battalion Chief), and Ms. Alley (Executive Director Riggs Ambulance Service) discuss when to call 9-1-1 for a medical emergency and what to expect - from the ambulance ride to arrival at the hospital.

Dr. Shah and Ms. Rojas talk about caring for a stroke survivor.  Ms. Ramos talks about her experience as a caregiver.

In this episode, Jill Busby-Avila, a Speech Language Pathologist and Hospital Rehabilitation Manager at Dignity Health, leads a discussion focusing on aphasia, and important things to know if you or a loved one has been diagnosed with aphasia.

Dr. Lorenc Malellari leads an interactive discussion with a former patient, with Angie Gentry, on the treatment she received after being diagnosed with colon cancer. Learn more about Dr. Malellari

Dr. Alfred Johnson leads a discussion of the TIF procedure for the treatment of GERD. He is joined by 2 of his former patients, who share how this treatment has helped them lead more comfortable lives. Learn more about Dr. Johnson

Dr. Michael Cluck leads a discussion on minimally invasive surgery, and how the techniques have evolved over the years. Learn more about Dr. Cluck

Bettina Kindsman RNC,  discusses Memorial Hospitals Safe Sleep Certification, what safe sleep is, and how to keep your baby safe.

Dr. Naseem Beauchman discusses treatment options for knee and hip pain and discomfort.

Dr. Vip Dev leads an in-depth discussion on the topic of skin cancer, including the different types of skin cancer, the screening process, and treatment options. Learn more about Dr. Dev

Dr. Niren Angle discusses peripheral arterial disease and the treatment options that are available.

Demand for Covid-19 vaccines is increasing but many remain vaccine hesitant. What are some common myths about the vaccines, and how can we work to address these misconceptions? Dr. Joerg Schuller, Chief Medical Officer for Dignity Health Mercy Medical Center in Merced debunk ten myths to help ease concerns and spread accurate information about the Covid-19 vaccines.

Dr. Murali Dharan discusses the importance of lung cancer screenings, as well the benefits, risks, and the symptoms to look out for.

Dr. Hormuz Irani leads an informative discussion on the different types of hernias, as well as the non invasive surgery options.

Megyn Ashley, an epilepsy survivor, and her father, James Ashley, share her story and how Dr. Hari Kunhi Veedu has helped her manage epilepsy.

Jarrad Merriman, MD, MPH, an Orthopedic Surgeon of Sports Medicine, explains how hip arthroscopy treatment can help those with hip pain.

Dr. Justin Lee discusses minimally invasive gynecology surgery.

Dr. Nirav Naik, the Director of Bariatric Surgery Program with Mercy Hospital Bakersfield, explains how obesity can lead to complications with COVID-19.

Dr. Caleb Thompson, an interventional cardiologist with Dignity Health, explains a transcatheter aortic valve replacement, or TAVR.

Urologist Dr. Edwin Youngstrom explains the risk factors, diagnosis and treatment of prostate cancer.

Dr. Steven Schopler, an orthopedic spine surgeon with Dignity Health, explains the ExcelsiusGPS, a new technology for spine surgery.