LIFE Cast

Colorectal is preventable, treatable and beatable. Isaac Payne, D.O., a fellowship-trained colorectal surgeon, discusses the prevention, detection and treatment of the disease.

In this episode, Ivy discusses the unique dynamics of working for the State of Alabama’s largest non-government, not-for-profit healthcare system, Infirmary Health. Recently named Alabama’s Best Healthcare System Employer by Forbes Magazine, Infirmary Health offers a supportive and professionally challenging work environment along with unparalleled benefits.  From nursing and residency programs, c...

Pelvic floor disorders, which occur when the muscles or connective tissue in the pelvis do not work as they should, affect one in five women in the United States. Urogynecologists, like Dr. Jeff Fahy, are experts in the female pelvis organs and pelvic floor. He provides comprehensive care through preventive and corrective therapies as well as experienced diagnosis and treatment of related issues w...

Multiple sclerosis (MS) only affects at least 1,000,000 individuals nationwide. This disorder is highly variable from one individual to another, and impacts on the central nervous system can result in a broad range of symptoms and functional impairments. Confirming the diagnosis of MS can be complicated and challenging, as other disorders can have similar symptoms. That is why it is incredibly imp...

Maggie Poole (RN, BSN, CCRN, SCRN, ASC-BC) talks about the Stroke program at Mobile Infirmary. Ms. Poole explains what it means to be a Joint Commission Certified as Thrombectomy Capable, common misconceptions about strokes, and signs and symptoms.

Dr. Rocconi, (gynecologic oncologist) discuss clinical trials and their effect on the cancer journey. Dr. Roconni explains the various clinical trials for cancer care, the ultimate goals in these trials, and the advantages for a patient and others to be part of a clinical trial.

The goal of Infirmary Health’s Orthopaedic Institute is to provide comprehensive orthopaedic services to the Gulf Coast Region. Infirmary Health has invested in many the newest technologies, providing our hospitals with some of the most advanced surgical techniques for orthopaedics. These technologies offer improved patient outcomes, increased movement and shortened recovery time.  Additionally, I...

Infirmary Health’s three maternal health centers at the Mobile Infirmary, Thomas Hospital and North Baldwin Infirmary, allow expecting mothers in the Gulf Coast area to receive comprehensive maternal care. In the case of high-risk births, Mobile Infirmary and Thomas Hospital are able to provide critical care services to both mom and baby with the support of a Neonatal Intensive Care Team and Level...

A breast cancer diagnosis can be very overwhelming, leaving you lost on what to do next. Dr. Caroline McGugin, fellowship-trained breast surgeon with Infirmary Surgical Specialists in Mobile, Alabama, discusses how to proceed when you get the news.