Valley Health Check with Horizon Health

It's  Valley Health Check with Horizon Health !  This episode Kevin chats with Erin Frank & Urologist Michael Shanks ! We talk  Prostate!  We find out what a Urologist does. Most specifically this episode we talk to the men!  We talk prostate health , what age to get screenings, and is cancer the only concern.  We talk symptoms & if they can be managed at home.  Find out about therapies &a...

It's  Valley Health Check with Horizon Health !  This episode we talk  "Sunscreen" with  Angie Hamilton, full service dermatology & certified nurse practitioner!   Sunscreen is very important, but did you know your cloths & hats can play a big role as well! With the summer temps, we wear less clothing, so what type of sunscreen is the best!  Vitamin D is important, maybe you're not getting...

It's  Valley Health Check with Horizon Health !  This episode we chat with Erin Frank & Family Nurse Practitioner Millie Kooistra!  In this episode we chat about Osteoporosis!  What is it?  How prevalent is it?  Does race & gender play a role?  Millie talks about how it's diagnosed, preventative steps, symptoms and most importantly Wellness Screenings!  A lot of great info in this episode....

It's  Valley Health Check  with  Horizon Health !  This episode we chat with Horizon Health's Urologist Dr. Michael Shanks about incontinence beyond physical therapy!  What is Incontinence?  Is there a difference between that & an overactive bladder? Can therapy, medications or treatments help? Find out some great information in this episode! Also check out our friends at Horizon health here:...

It's  Valley Health Check with Horizon Health !  This episode we chat with Erin Frank & Danielle Colvin, Doctor of Physical Therapy!  In this episode we talk about what "Physical Therapy" is.  What kind of patients need to go?  What is the difference between PT & DPT? And this is great for parents, we talk Pediatric Development! All these questions & more are a...

This episode of  Valley Health Check with Horizon Health , we chat with  Surgical Podiatrist, Dr. Anna Ballard !  We talk  Heel Pain !  Is heel pain common?  What causes it? Does gender, age & type of shoe come into play?  We discuss how to treat & prevent it!  Take a listen & share! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's  Valley Health Check  with  Horizon Health !  This episode we chat with Erin Frank & Horizon Health's General Surgeon Dr. Cozacov!  In this podcast we talk Heartburn!  Why do we get it?  Can it be reversed?  Is surgery a safe option?  Take a listen as we answer these questions..and check out https://www.myhorizonhealth.org/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's  Valley Health Check with Horizon Health !  This episode we chat with Erin Frank & Full Time Surgical Podiatrist Brittany Wojnicki!  What is a surgical podiatrist? What kid of patients does she see? In this episode we chat about Bunions!  What are Bunions & who is mostly affected? Are they always painful, and where are they located on your foot?  Can we prevent them? Take a listen &am...

It's  Valley Health Check  with  Horizon Health !  This episode we chat with Erin Frank & Horizon Health's General Surgeon Dr. Cozacov!  In this podcast we talk obesity!  Why do diets fail?  Is surgery a safe option?  Take a listen...and check out https://www.myhorizonhealth.org/ Locations include: Paris Community Hospital The clinics in Paris, Oakland a...

This episode of  Valley Health Check we chat with Speech Language Pathologist Brenda Stevens & Annie Barrett, Doctor of Physical Therapy from Horizon Health ! We talk about Parkinson's Disease & Therapy! What is this disease? What programs will help? We talk new programs that Horizon Health use and how they see improvement.  What can a patient or family do at home to help? All of...

This episode of  Valley Health Check Kevin & Erin Frank chat with Emilee Campbell, Radiology Staff Manager at Horizon Health!!   We talk about the Coronary Calcium Scan!  It's also known as the $49 Heart Scan!  We talk about about what type of scan this is, as well as who should get this scan. We chat about heart disease & why this scan is so important! Some great info...

This episode of  Valley Health Check Kevin & Erin Frank chat with Emilee Campbell, Radiology Staff Manager at Horizon Health!!   We talk about a Lung Scan!  We talk about about what type of scan this is, as well as who should get this scan. The American Cancer Society recommends a yearly lung cancer screen who are 50-80 years old in fairly good health!  We chat about lung h...

It's  Valley Health Check with Horizon Health !  This episode we talk with  Licensed Clinical Social Worker Sarah Rohder. We talk about Addiction Recovery & Treatment ! We find out what addiction is!  Are you an addict forever, and is that the right term to use? We talk recovery, impatient facilities & most importantly treatment plans. We also talk about how you can sup...

Welcome to Valley Health Check with Horizon Health !  In this episode Kevin chats with Licensed Clinical Social Worker Terre Ogle!  We talk Seasonal Affective Disorder !  What is it?  Some of us get the winter blues, is that it?  What are the symptoms? Is it depression?  When should you see a healthcare provider?  Get a better understanding of Seasonal Affective...

It's  Valley Health Check with Horizon Health !  This episode we chat with Erin Frank & President of Managed Care Partners, Keith Leitzen ! We talk  Medicare! What Medicare questions should you be asking during the enrollment period ?  We talk about changes this year & if you travel, how will that affect you? Find out your options & more in this episode!  https...

It's Valley Health Check with Horizon Health !  This episode we chat with Erin Frank & President of Managed Care Partners Keith Leitzen ! Keith talks about the ABC's of Medicare & Medicare Advantage.  What is Medicare & who is it relevant too?  We talk enrollment.  Can you qualify for income based assistance? Keith breaks it down for you with timely information you...

This episode of  Valley Health Check  Kevin & Erin Frank chat with  Pharmacist with   Horizon Health, Beth Keys! !  We talk about over the counter medication & what helps with Cold & Flu season!   We chat about common viruses & how we can manage the symptoms.  What's the best line of defense for fever, headache, body aches, cough, congestion...

This episode of  Valley Health Check Kevin & Erin Frank chat with Abi Snyder, Physical Therapist with   Horizon Health !  We talk about improving balance & mitigating falls.  Who are most at risk for falls?  How can falls be prevented?  How can we improve our balance?  Find out the answers to all these questions & more in this episode.  This is a...

This episode of  Valley Health Check Kevin & Erin Frank chat with Beth Keys, Pharmacist with   Horizon Health ! We talk Medication Management with your Provider! Med management is very important if you have different doctors, OTC & supplements! Is there a better way to keep track of everything?  Your Pharmacist can be a big help with all of this & more  Check out ou...

This episode of Valley Health Check we chat with Speech Language Pathologist Brenda Stevens from Horizon Health ! We talk with Brenda about children's speech development.  When should my child start saying words?  If they aren't by a certain age, what do I do?  Do schools do screening?  Can I be doing anything at home to help my kids?  All of these questions are answered a...

It's  Valley Health Check with Horizon Health !  This episode Kevin chats with Erin Frank & Physical Therapist for Horizon Health Home Care Brandy Finney!   We talk about Physical Therapy In The Home.  How does someone qualify? We talk safety plans, home visits & accommodations in home to make your recovery better!  Find out everything you need to know about Physic...

It's  Valley Health Check with Horizon Health !  This episode we chat with Erin Frank & Nurse Practitioner Joy Whitt! We talk Hypertension ! What is Hypertension?  Do you get it because of High blood pressure? Does family history come in to play? How can you get better?  Find out in this episode!! https://www.myhorizonhealth.org/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...

This episode of  Valley Health Check with Horizon Health , we chat with  Dermatology Certified Nurse Practitioner Angie Hamilton !  We talk Eczema/Atopic Dermatitis !  We find out what Eczema & Atopic Dermatitis is!  What causes it?  Can a change of diet help & what parts of the body are affected? We talk about great resources with the National Eczema Associat...

This episode of  Valley Health Check with Horizon Health , we chat with Surgical Podiatrist, Dr. Anna Ballard !  We talk Diabetic Foot Care !  We discuss how it's different from normal foot care.  We talk risks, treatments & even amputations.  We also discuss prevention & education with The American Diabetes Association!   We have very important informati...

This episode of Valley Health Check with Horizon Health , we chat with Dermatology Nurse Practitioner Angie Hamilton .  We talk everything ACNE !  We discuss the different types & causes.  Does age & gender have anything to do with it?  We talk ACNE triggers, treatments & prevention.  Take a listen & share! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio...