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Comprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on MedStar Health Doc Talk. Join us for real conversations with physician experts from around the largest healthcare system in the Maryland-DC region.
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Nov 9, 2023
Endometrial cancer is uterine cancer
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Nov 7, 2023
Lung cancer: what is it, where is it, and how do we treat it?
Medical oncologist Dr. Joshua Reuss, an expert in lung cancer, mesothelioma and thymoma, and pulmonologist Dr. Rebecca Krochmal, an expert in benign and malignant airway and pleural disease, both with MedStar Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, D.C., address questions related to finding and treating lung cancer.
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Oct 2, 2023
Transradial approach to uterine fibroid embolization (UFE)
There’s a game changer in the treatment of uterine fibroids. Women whose lives are compromised by pain, long periods, severe bleeding, anemia and other symptoms of the muscular tumors, can opt for an embolization through the wrist. Known as transradial uterine fibroid embolization, or UFE, the doctor access the uterus though a single tiny opening in the wrist, while the patient is under twilight sedation. Most procedures take less than an hour and patients go home the same day. Dr. Brian Swehla, chief of interventional radiology at MedStar Health, has all the details about fibroids and this procedure, in this week’s episode of MedStar Health DocTalk.
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Aug 14, 2023
Hope for Kienbock's disease: the mysterious wrist condition
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Jul 20, 2023
Let's talk liver masses
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Jun 21, 2023
Returning to play in sports medicine
Sports medicine orthopedic surgeon Dr. Richard Hinton, and athletic trainer and DPT McKenzie Bane talk about the wrap-around care necessary for not only a successful return to play, but to return to performance. It's never soon enough for an athlete.
Topics covered include commotio cordis, preparation for catastrophic events on the athletic field and the evolution of sports medicine.
For more episodes of MedStar Health DocTalk, go to medstarhealth.org/doctalk.
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Jun 16, 2023
What's an electromyography (EMG)? And why do I need one?
From a test that lasts an average of 40-minutes, patients with nerve injuries or neuro-muscular conditions can learn a lot about the health of the nerves signaling messages to muscles. The test is called an electromyography, or EMG. Neurologist Dr. Derrick Fox of MedStar Health explains why the test is useful, who should be tested, what information is gleaned from it, how it is conducted, and more....
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May 22, 2023
Understanding menopause
Night sweats, hot flushes, female discomfort and dryness, anxiety, and weight gain are just a few symptoms of menopause. How does a woman get there?
What are the facts and myths about this change that can make a woman feel less feminine and outdated?
On MedStar Health’s podcast DocTalk, Christina Enzmann, MD, a gynecologist and menopause specialist at MedStar Good Samaritan Hospital in Baltimore, brings a fresh approach to explaining and treating menopause. She explains the stages of menopause, how it's different for everyone, and by making changes in your diet, sleep hygiene, physical activity, and more, a woman can live healthfully with the condition, entering a new chapter of life and feeling good about oneself. She also talks about the misconceptions of hormone replacement therapy as well as non-hormonal treatment options. Listen in at MedStarHealth.org/DocTalk.
For more episodes of MedStar Health DocTalk, go to medstarhealth.org/doctalk.
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Apr 18, 2023
Understanding peripheral artery disease?
*Comprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on **MedStar Health Doc Talk**.*
*By the time we reach our 40’s, about 10-million Americans have some degree of plaque build-up in the arteries, called atherosclerosis. Deposits of that plaque in the arteries can impede or block the blood flow to the legs. It’s called peripheral artery disease, or P-A-D, PAD- and you may not even know you have it. *
* To make an appointment with Jason Crowner, MD, FACS at the MedStar Heart and Vascular Institute, call: 443.444.3431.*
For more episodes of MedStar Health DocTalk, go to medstarhealth.org/doctalk.
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Mar 31, 2023
Understanding thyroid cancer
The thyroid gland is a small butterfly shaped organ that secretes hormones that help regulate metabolism, heart rate, blood pressure, and body temperature. Though uncommon, when cancer grows in the thyroid, it's not often aggressive, and very treatable when found early. Dr. Vinay Gupta, a surgical oncologist at MedStar Health, talks with host Debra Schindler about diagnosing and treating thyroid cancer.
For more information on thyroid cancer, go to MedStarCancer.org. Or for a consult with an expert, call 443-777-7911.
For more episodes of MedStar Health DocTalk, go to medstarhealth.org/doctalk.
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Mar 15, 2023
Lung nodules
Lung nodules are found in up to half of adults who get a chest x-ray or CT scan. Often called a spot on the lung or a shadow, they usually don’t cause any noticeable problems. However, in some cases, they can be an early sign of cancer. That’s why it’s important to seek follow-up care to accurately diagnose and monitor lung nodules. During this podcast, Dr. Ziv Gamliel, chief of Thoracic Surgery at The Angelos Center for Lung Diseases at MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center discusses lung nodules…what they are and how they are diagnosed and treated.
For interviews with Dr. Gamliel, or for more information about this podcast, contact Regional Media Relations Director, debra.schindler@medstar.net.
Learn more about Dr. Gamliel here.
For more episodes of MedStar Health DocTalk, go to medstarhealth.org/doctalk.
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Mar 13, 2023
CyberKnife® radiation treatment for prostate cancer
*Comprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on MedStar Health **Doc Talk.
* CyberKnife®, also known as stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT), is non-surgical, highly precise, targeted radiation, with minimal damage to surrounding healthy tissue. Unlike conventional prostate radiation therapy that can take up to 40 sessions, CyberKnife treats prostate cancer in only five treatments. This treatment is extremely accurate and painless. This treatment causes minimal side effects and requires virtually no recovery time. Listen to Dr. Sean Collins, radiation oncologist and director, CyberKnife Prostate Program, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, discuss the benefits of using CyberKnife to treat prostate cancer, how it compares to traditional radiation treatment, and why patients should choose MedStar Georgetown for their CyberKnife prostate cancer treatment. For interviews with Dr. Collins, or for more information about this podcas…
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Mar 2, 2023
Social determinants of health
The color of your skin, the community you belong to, and the place you call home are the largest predictors of health and longevity, according to a recent research article. These, and other non-medical factors are called social determinants of health. Learn more from Drs. Luke Carlson and Andrea Gaspar from Care Transformation about how MedStar Health is helping their communities on the latest episode of our podcast DocTalk.
For more episodes of MedStar Health DocTalk, go to medstarhealth.org/doctalk.
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Feb 27, 2023
Veterans’ Health Administration adds MedStar Georgetown University Hospital to its National Solid Organ Transplant Network
*Comprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on MedStar Health **Doc Talk.
* Veterans across the country who are in need of a life-saving liver or kidney transplant now can receive these procedures at one of the top transplant centers in the nation, MedStar Georgetown Transplant Institute, thanks to the recent inclusion of the MedStar Health program in the Veterans Health Administration network. The newly established relationship expands veterans’ access to a top ten transplant center in the nation allowing them to receive lifesaving care at one of the most experienced transplant programs in the country. This new DC VA Medical Center partnership with MedStar Georgetown Transplant Institute establishes MGTI as one of only a handful of VHA transplant centers in the country to offer both liver and kidney transplant. Listen to Dr. Rohit Satoskar, Director, Medical Services, MedStar Georgetown Transplant Institute, and Dr. Atoosa Rabiee, C…
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Feb 2, 2023
Transforming the treatment of brain and spine tumors
Though rare, there are more than 100 different types of brain and spine tumors, making them complex to diagnose and treat. Because of this, a multi-disciplinary approach to treatment that brings together specialists that include neurosurgeons, radiation oncologists, medical oncologists, neuro-oncologists, and other experts is essential for the best outcomes. During this podcast, Dr. Teresa Wojtasiewicz, a neurosurgeon; medical oncologist Dr. Mahsa Mohebtash; and radiation oncologist Kelly Orwat; all with the Neuro-Oncology program at MedStar Health discuss the different types of brain and spine tumors as well as advances in treatment.
For more episodes of MedStar Health DocTalk, go to medstarhealth.org/doctalk.
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Jan 18, 2023
Advanced heart failure
Over 6 million adults in the United States are living with heart failure. Simply put, heart failure means that the heart isn’t pumping as well as it should be. While this is a serious condition, many people with heart failure can lead a full life when it is managed properly. It’s important to recognize the symptoms and understand the various treatment options –from medical management through transplant. Dr. Erika Feller, a MedStar Health heart failure and transplant cardiologist, shares her insights on these topics and more in this episode of MedStar Health DocTalk.
For more episodes of MedStar Health DocTalk, go to medstarhealth.org/doctalk.
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Jan 12, 2023
Advancements in the treatment of gastrointestinal cancers
*Comprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on MedStar Health **Doc Talk.
*What are some of the most recent advancements in targeted treatments for patients with GI cancers? Have there been any recent advancements in how we use immunotherapy to treat GI cancers? And how do patients with localized GI cancers like rectal and pancreatic cancer benefit from having access to a multidisciplinary care team? Dr. Ben Weinberg is gastrointestinal medical oncologist at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital who is focused on developing new therapies for colorectal and pancreatic cancers by translating research from animal models into early phase clinical trials in humans. He also studies young patients with colorectal cancer and their microbiome in order to understand the dramatic rise in incidence of left-sided colon and rectal cancers in this population. For interviews with Dr. Weinberg, or for more information about this podcast, contact Matt…
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Jan 5, 2023
Complex lead extraction for cardiac implantable electronic devices
Approximately one million pacemakers, cardiac defibrillators, and resynchronization devices are implanted worldwide each year, including more than 300,000 in the United States alone. Today’s cardiac implantable electronic devices (CIEDs) are reliable and effective. However, what happens when a pacemaker or a cardiac defibrillator needs to be removed? And why would it need to be removed? Dr. Rachel Harrison, cardiac surgeon, and Dr. Sunjeet Sidhu, cardiac electrophysiologist discuss the reasons for lead extraction and what happens during the procedure.
For more episodes of MedStar Health DocTalk, go to medstarhealth.org/doctalk.
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Dec 27, 2022
Cyberknife for the treatment of prostate cancer
Due, in large part, to advances in treatment, more men are surviving prostate cancer than ever before. Through the use of state-of-the-art technologies, such as CyberKnife, which makes it possible to deliver targeted radiation directly to the tumor—painlessly and without an incision—many patients are experiencing better outcomes with fewer side effects than other treatment options. Dr. Stephen Ronson, MD, a radiation oncologist at MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center and MedStar Health Bel Air Medical Campus shares information about this advancement in the treatment of prostate cancer.
For more episodes of MedStar Health DocTalk, go to medstarhealth.org/doctalk.
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Nov 25, 2022
Advancements in the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer
*Comprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on MedStar Health **Doc Talk.
*What are some of the most exciting innovations in the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer? What role do lung cancer screenings play in catching lung cancer at an earlier stage? And how does our multidisciplinary team determine the best course of treatment for a patient with lung cancer? Dr. Joshua Reuss is an award-winning thoracic medical oncologist at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital who specializes in the treatment of lung cancer, mesothelioma, and thymoma. His research focuses on incorporating novel concepts and groundbreaking science to develop innovative clinical trials that advance the care of patients with lung cancer and mesothelioma. For interviews with Dr. Reuss, or for more information about this podcast, contact Matt Holzapfel, matthew.m.holzapfel@medstar.net.
Learn more about Dr. Reuss here: MedStarHealth.org/Reuss
Learn more about: Lung…
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Nov 21, 2022
Pancreatic cancer
Though it’s a rare type of cancer, pancreatic cancer is the third leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States. That's because pancreatic cancer symptoms aren't obvious in early stages and there is no official screening for it yet. So, most people don't know they have it until it has advanced to a stage when it is challenging to treat. During this podcast, Dr. Edward McCarron, a surgical oncologist at MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center with extensive experience diagnosing and treating pancreatic cancer discusses the symptoms of pancreatic cancer as well as treatment options if it is found.
For more episodes of MedStar Health DocTalk, go to medstarhealth.org/doctalk.
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Nov 21, 2022
Outpatient joint replacement
Comprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on MedStar Health Doc Talk.
While some post-surgical patients like to be cared for in the hospital, other patients want to return home as soon as possible. Now for joint replacement, outpatient surgery is becoming the norm. But how does the hospital safely take care of its patients when they aren’t under their roof? On this episode of DocTalk, MedStar Health joint replacement surgeon Dr. Mark Hasenauer explains how outpatient joint replacement works, its benefits to patients, and who is a candidate to recover in the comfort of their own home.
Dr. Hasenauer sees patients at MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center, MedStar Union Memorial Hospital, in Timonium, and in Annapolis, Maryland. Dr. Hasenauer specializes in primary, partial, and revision knee replacements, as well as primary and revision hip replacements. He has a special interest and expertise in anterior total hip replacement, comp…
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Nov 14, 2022
The Curtis National Hand Center and reconstructing hands
*Comprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on MedStar Health **Doc Talk.
** One of the medical legacies of World War II is combining the expertise of orthopedic, neurology and plastic surgery into one medical specialty: Hand Surgery. It was in 1947 when Dr. Ray Curtis was discharged from the Army and brought his expertise in hand surgery and reconstruction to MedStar Union Memorial Hospital in Baltimore.
Seventy-five years later, the Curtis National Hand Center is the only trauma designated center in the state for the hand and upper extremity, and the only Congressionally designated hand center in the United States. The unsurpassed expertise at the Curtis National Hand Center includes innovative procedures for complex hand reconstruction surgeries.
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**Today, we talk with Curtis National Hand Center attending surgeon Dr. Ryan Katz at MedStar Union Memorial Hospital in Baltimore, to learn more about the hand center, the specialty,…
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Nov 10, 2022
Living kidney donation
*Comprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on MedStar Health **Doc Talk.
*Who is eligible to be a living donor? What are kidney swaps and exchanges? And can someone be a living donor even if they don't have a specific recipient in mind? Dr. Jennifer Verbesey specializes in kidney/pancreas transplantation for adults and children, and live donor nephrectomies. Dr. Verbesey is director, Living Donor Kidney Transplant at the MedStar Georgetown Transplant Institute, and surgical director, Pediatric Kidney Transplant at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital. For interviews with Dr. Verbesey, or for more information about this podcast, contact Matt Holzapfel, matthew.m.holzapfel@medstar.net.
* *Learn more about Dr. Verbesey here: MedStarHealth.org/Verbesey
Learn more about: Becoming a Living Organ Donor
For more episodes of MedStar Health DocTalk, go to medstarhealth.org/doctalk.
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Oct 27, 2022
Hyberbaric oxygen therapy for wound healing
Comprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on MedStar Health Doc Talk.
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) is used to treat some chronic, non-healing wounds. Initially utilized to treat decompression sickness in divers, HBOT is now used for a number of medical problems, both chronic and acute. It is a simple yet effective treatment process in which a patient breathes pure oxygen inside a pressurized chamber, allowing the greatest amount of oxygen to make its way into the lungs. Since the healing process is highly dependent on having enough oxygen, exposing the body to high levels of oxygen stimulates its natural healing capabilities.
For more information about Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, visit* MedStarHealth.org/WoundHealing or call 443-444-4275.*
For interviews with Dr. Martin, or for more information about this podcast, contact Debra Schindler, regional medical relations director at debra.schindler@medstar.net.
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Oct 25, 2022
Progress in treating early stage and metastatic breast cancer
Comprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on MedStar Health Doc Talk.*
*What are the most common types of breast cancer? How do doctors decide how we treat each type? Have there been advances that allow one to be more individualized in the treatment of women with early stage breast cancer? Dr. Claudine Isaacs, Medical Oncologist, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, has over 20 years of experience treating women with all stages of breast cancer. She is also the Associate Director of Clinical Research and Leader of the Clinical Breast Cancer Program at the Georgetown Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center. For interviews with Dr. Isaacs, or for more information about this podcast, contact Matt Holzapfel, matthew.m.holzapfel@medstar.net.
* *Learn more about Dr. Isaacs here: MedStarHealth.org/Isaacs
Learn more about: Breast Cancer treatment at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital
For more episodes of MedStar Health DocTalk, go to m…
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Oct 12, 2022
Caring for the caregiver
Comprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on MedStar Health Doc Talk. Meet Dr. George Hennawi, physician executive director of Geriatrics and Senior Services for MedStar Health. Caring for an elderly adult can be rewarding but can come with many challenges. Caregiver burnout is common. So, who is taking care of the caregiver? Learn more about how getting questions answered, explaining health conditions, and find resources can make a difference in the life of a caregiver.
Go to *MedStarHealth.org/SuccessfulAging* for more information about senior care.
For interviews with Dr. George Hennawi, contact Debra Schindler, regional director of media & public relations: debra.schindler@medstar.net.
For more episodes of MedStar Health DocTalk, go to medstarhealth.org/doctalk.
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Oct 10, 2022
New guidelines for lung cancer screenings
*Comprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on MedStar Health **Doc Talk.
*Lung cancer has historically been the nation’s deadliest cancer, claiming the lives of more than 135,000 annually. But with advances in screening for lung cancer in recent years, along with new screening guidelines, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force is hoping to change these statistics. In fact, the new guidelines nearly double the number of people eligible for lung cancer screening with low-dose computed tomography (CT) scans. During this podcast, Dr. Duane Monteith, regional director of Thoracic Surgery for MedStar Health in the Baltimore Region, discusses the new screening guidelines and why they beneficial.
Dr. Monteith sees patients at MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center and MedStar Health Bel Air Medical Campus.
For interviews with Dr. Monteith, or for more information about this podcast, contact Regional Media Relations Director, debra.schi…
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Oct 10, 2022
Innovations in breast surgery
*Comprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on MedStar Health **Doc Talk.
*Who needs Breast Surgery? What types of surgery do patients often get for breast cancer? And what are some of the new, exciting surgical innovations in the field of breast surgery? Dr. Lucy Maria De La Cruz is Chief, Breast Surgery and Director of the Betty Lou Ourisman Breast Health Center at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital. For interviews with Dr. De La Cruz, or for more information about this podcast, contact Matt Holzapfel, matthew.m.holzapfel@medstar.net.
* *Learn more about Dr. De La Cruz here: MedStarHealth.org/DeLaCruz
Learn more about: Betty Lou Ourisman Breast Health Center at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital
For more episodes of MedStar Health DocTalk, go to medstarhealth.org/doctalk.
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Sep 10, 2022
Shoulder conditions, therapy, and treatment
*Comprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on MedStar Health **Doc Talk.
*What are the most common causes of shoulder pain? And how is a reverse shoulder replacement different from a regular shoulder replacement? Dr. Brent Wiesel is an Orthopaedic surgeon who specializes in shoulder and elbow surgery. Listen to Dr. Wiesel explain when someone should seek medical attention for a shoulder issue, what are the warning signs or symptoms that a person might need care, the typical course of a shoulder injury diagnosis, and more. Dr. Wiesel is chief of the shoulder service at the MedStar Orthopaedic Institute, and he performs surgery at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, D.C. For interviews with Dr. Wiesel, or for more information about this podcast, contact Matt Holzapfel, matthew.m.holzapfel@medstar.net.
* *Learn more about Dr. Wiesel here: MedStarHealth.org/Wiesel
Learn more about: The MedStar Orthopaedic Institute
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Sep 7, 2022
Breast cancer screenings
*Comprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on MedStar Health **Doc Talk.
*Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in women…a fact attributed in part, to advances in screenings. When found early, it is easier to treat successfully. That’s why mammograms, along with clinical breast exams and general breast awareness, are vital for the early detection of breast cancer.
During this podcast, Dr. Daria Abolghasemi, a breast surgeon at MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center and MedStar Health Bel Air Medical Campus, discusses breast cancer risk factors, the importance of regular screenings, and more.
For more information about this podcast, contact Debra Schindler at debra.schindler@medstar.net.
To learn more about Dr. Abolghasemi, go to https://www.medstarhealth.org/doctors/daria-m-abolghasemi-do, or to make an appointment, call: 443-777-6500.
For more episodes of MedStar Health DocTalk, go to medstarhealth.org/doctalk.
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Sep 2, 2022
Pituitary tumors
*Comprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on MedStar Health **Doc Talk.
* The pituitary gland is the size of a pea, yet it releases many of the hormones that allow us to live our lives. From its location at the base of the skull, it controls temperature sensations, stress levels, menstrual cycles, and more. Given the gland’s small size, pituitary tumors are sometimes so tiny that an MRI doesn’t even pick them up.
Listen as neurosurgeon Dr. Jugal Shah discusses pituitary tumors from diagnosis through recovery. He’ll also explain treatment options, including how he can now operate on pituitary tumors through the nose, as opposed to through the skull.
Dr. Shah sees patients at MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center and MedStar Harbor Hospital in Baltimore, and in Ellicott City, Maryland.
For interviews with Dr. Shah, or for more information about this podcast, contact Regional Media Relations Director, debra.schindler@medstar…
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Aug 31, 2022
Shoulder instability
*Comprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on MedStar Health **Doc Talk.*
When shoulder pain becomes so bad that you can’t sleep, put on a shirt, or work – is shoulder replacement surgery inevitable? MedStar Health shoulder and elbow surgeon Dr. Melissa Wright explains the symptoms to look for, the non-surgical options, and the wide variety of available surgical procedures on this episode of DocTalk. Learn the differences between rotator cuff and shoulder joint pain, the qualities you should seek out when researching physicians and programs, and what to expect during recovery. Dr. Wright sees patients at MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center, MedStar Union Memorial Hospital, and in Westminster, Maryland. She is a national expert on the effect of social and environmental factors on orthopaedic outcomes. For interviews with Dr. Wright, or for more information about this podcast, contact Regional Media Relations Director, *debra.sch…
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Jul 21, 2022
Atrial fibrillation
*Comprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on MedStar Health **Doc Talk.
*Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) is the most common type of arrhythmia. In the US, it affects between 2.7 million to 6.1 million Americans, and that number is projected to rise to 12.1 million in 2030.
Dr. Sunjeet Sidhu, cardiac electrophysiologist, discusses atrial fibrillation (AFib)—including risk factors, signs, and symptoms. We’ll also talk with him about when to seek care from a specialist and the treatment options available to patients at all stages along the AFib continuum.
Dr. Sidhu sees patients at MedStar Union Memorial Hospital, MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center, and MedStar Health Bel Air Medical Campus.
For interviews with Dr. Sidhu, or for more information about this podcast, contact Regional Media Relations Director, debra.schindler@medstar.net
For more episodes of MedStar Health DocTalk, go to medstarhealth.org/doctalk.
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Jul 1, 2022
Robotic joint replacement
*Comprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on MedStar Health **Doc Talk.*
From self-driving cars to automatic vacuums, the field of robotics is exploding. this technology is also applied to healthcare, and specifically to knee and hip replacement. But how does that work? And is the robot or the surgeon in charge? On this episode of DocTalk, MedStar Health joint replacement surgeon Dr. Mark Hasenauer discusses this orthopaedic innovation. Learn more about robotic navigation, its benefits to patients and when you should see a specialist so that you can keep moving.
Dr. Hasenauer sees patients at MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center, MedStar Union Memorial Hospital and in Timonium. He specializes in primary, partial and revision knee replacements. He has a special interest and expertise in anterior hip replacement, computer navigation, and robotic-assisted joint replacement. With so many treatment options available, Dr. Hasenauer's p…
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Jun 29, 2022
Getting a breast cancer diagnosis- what's next?
*Comprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on MedStar Health **Doc Talk.*
By the time we reach our 50’s it seems most of us know someone who has been treated for breast cancer. According to the American Cancer Society, one in eight women will get a breast cancer diagnosis in their lifetime-
Nearly 275,000 women AND men are newly diagnosed with breast cancer each year.
But what happens after they hear those dreaded words: ‘You have breast cancer.’-?
We’re talking today with breast surgeon Dr. Maen Farha, medical director of the Breast Center at MedStar Good Samaritan Hospital to learn about the breast cancer journey.
For more episodes of MedStar Health DocTalk, go to medstarhealth.org/doctalk.
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Jun 20, 2022
The neuro approach to spine surgery
*Comprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on **MedStar Health Doc Talk**. …real conversations with physician experts from around the largest healthcare system in the Maryland-DC region.
*Most adults have suffered from back pain at some point in their lives. If you have dealt with an injury, nagging aches, or piercing, shooting pain, you probably wondered if the pain would go away on its own. When is does further treatment, or surgery, become necessary?
MedStar Health neurosurgeon Jugal Shah, MD, demystifies back pain and spine surgery on this episode of DocTalk. Learn more about spinal conditions, how and why nature designed the spine, and which symptoms are most concerning.
Dr. Shah sees patients at MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center, MedStar Harbor Hospital, and in Ellicott City, Maryland. Dr. Shah specializes in brain and spine disease, with a particular interest in minimally invasive and robotic spinal surgery. He treats…
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May 31, 2022
Shoulder replacement surgery
*Comprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on **MedStar Health Doc Talk**. …real conversations with physician experts from around the largest healthcare system in the Maryland-DC region.
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When shoulder pain becomes so bad that you can’t sleep, put on a shirt, or work – is shoulder replacement surgery inevitable? MedStar Health shoulder and elbow surgeon Dr. Melissa Wright explains the symptoms to look for, the non-surgical options, and the wide variety of available surgical procedures on this episode of DocTalk. Learn the differences between rotator cuff and shoulder joint pain, the qualities you should seek out when researching physicians and programs, and what to expect during recovery.
Dr. Wright sees patients at MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center, MedStar Union Memorial Hospital, and in Westminster, Maryland. She is a national expert on the effect of social and environmental factors on orthopaedic outcomes.
For interv…
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Apr 6, 2022
Aging successfully: care for aging seniors
*Comprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on **MedStar Health Doc Talk**. …real conversations with physician experts from around the largest healthcare system in the Maryland-DC region.
*Caring for aging seniors can be challenging for patients, their caregivers, as well as medical providers. These seniors can have multiple complex medical conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, incontinence, and memory loss. The Center for Successful Aging can help, according to George Hennawi, MD, regional medical director. This outpatient practice with two locations, MedStar Good Samaritan Hospital and MedStar Montgomery Medical Center, has a team of geriatric experts that work with patients and their caregivers using a national model of care called The 4Ms: what Matters, medications, mentation (mental activity or memory), and mobility. They partner with primary care physicians to consult or treat aging seniors to help keep them at home with…
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Apr 6, 2022
Melanoma
Melanoma is the most serious form of skin cancer that starts in the deep layers of the skin in the cells that produce pigment. It is aggressive and potentially life-threatening. So, it’s important that it be identified early when it is most treatable. In this podcast, Dr. Edward McCarron, a surgical oncologist and specialist in the treatment of the disease, talks about what melanoma is, how it is treated, and how to prevent it by knowing the ABCDEs of melanoma.
Learn more: https://www.medstarhealth.org/services/melanoma-conditions
For more episodes of MedStar Health DocTalk, go to medstarhealth.org/doctalk.
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Mar 23, 2022
Thumb arthritis
*Comprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on **MedStar Health Doc Talk**. …real conversations with physician experts from around the largest healthcare system in the Maryland-DC region.
Dr. Ryan Katz of the Curtis National Hand Center talks about one of the most commonly treated hand conditions: arthritis in the basal thumb joint. Patients with unrelenting pain in the base of their thumb live compromised lives with loss of function and unrelenting pain. There are treatment options. When surgery is needed, so is an expert in hand surgery.
For more information on Dr. Ryan Katz, the Curtis National Hand Center, or conditions of the hand, go to: MedStarHealth.org/locations/curtis-national-hand-center
For interviews with Dr. Ryan Katz, contact Debra Schindler, regional director of media and public relations for MedStar Health in Baltimore, 410-274-1260.
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For more episodes of MedStar Health DocTalk, go to medstarhealth.org/doctalk…
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Mar 7, 2022
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) is the most common genetic heart condition and can affect as many as one in 500, yet it’s one we don’t hear about very often. This inherited heart condition can affect anyone regardless of gender, age, or ethnicity.
Dr Sandeep Jani, director of the HCM clinic at MedStar Union Memorial Hospital, explains more about this condition and how its symptoms (or lack thereof) can vary greatly from person to person. He identifies the diagnostic tests to definitively determine if a patient has HCM, who should get tested if a family member has HCM, the various treatment options (depending on severity), and how patients can live this condition. We talk with him in this podcast about the unique needs of patients with HCM and the importance of ongoing care management.
Dr. Jani sees patients at MedStar Union Memorial Hospital and MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center.
For interviews with Dr. Jani, or for more information about this podcast, contact Regional Me…
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Mar 7, 2022
Transradial cardiac catheterization
*Comprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on **MedStar Health Doc Talk**. …real conversations with physician experts from around the largest healthcare system in the Maryland-DC region.
*The best way to a person’s heart is through the wrist, at least according to the experts when it comes to a cardiac catheterization. Cardiac catheterization is a minimally invasive way to diagnose and treat a variety of heart and vascular conditions by guiding thin, flexible tubes called catheters through blood vessels to problem areas.
Traditionally, this procedure was done through the femoral artery in the groin. But the gold standard today is using the transradial approach – accessing the coronary arteries through a small IV in the wrist. Transradial cardiac catheterization offers many advantages for patients including faster recovery, less pain, and less risk of bleeding.
Our Interventional Cardiology Program is a national leader in this…
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Feb 21, 2022
Hip arthroscopy
*Comprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on MedStar Health **Doc Talk. *If you’re an active person with hip pain, you may have hip impingement or a labrum tear. These conditions can be repaired with a minimally invasive, highly specialized procedure: hip arthroscopy. MedStar Health sports medicine orthopaedic surgeon Dr. Kenneth Tepper and DocTalk host Mike Schuh discuss this surgical repair.
Learn more about the hip ball and socket, how cartilage wear and tear differs from arthritis, and when you should see a specialist so that you can keep moving. Dr. Tepper sees patients in Pikesville, Hunt Valley, and Westminster, Maryland, and is a national expert on hip arthroscopy. He is also the medical director for athletics at Stevenson University and on the medical staff for the USA Men's U-21 lacrosse team.
For interviews with Dr. Tepper, or for more information about this podcast, contact Regional Media Relations Director, *debra.sc…
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Jan 12, 2022
The importance of a team approach to wound healing
*Comprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on **MedStar Health Doc Talk**. …real conversations with physician experts from around the largest healthcare system in the Maryland-DC region.*
They say that time heals all wounds. But does it? For some people getting a wound to heal suffer months without change. Why? What are the risks of that, and what is happening in technology and wound care to get patients healed and back to their lives? To answer those questions and more about healing wounds, we are talking with Dr. David Zachary Martin, regional medical director of the MedStar Health Wound Healing Institute in Baltimore.
For more episodes of MedStar Health DocTalk, go to medstarhealth.org/doctalk.
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Jan 12, 2022
The athlete's heart
*Comprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on **MedStar Health DocTalk**.*
*… real conversations with physician experts from around the largest healthcare system in the Maryland-DC region.
*Sports & Performance Cardiology at MedStar Health, is the first program of its kind in the Baltimore-D.C. region and is one of only a few like it in the United States. Dr. Ankit Shah, is a graduate of the only sports cardiology fellowship in the country, has a unique understanding of exercise physiology and the cardiovascular demands of exercise. We talk with him in this podcast about the unique needs an athlete may have for a sports performance cardiologist and why.
For more episodes of MedStar Health DocTalk, go to medstarhealth.org/doctalk.
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Jan 11, 2022
Hypertension: what you need to know
*Comprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on **MedStar Health DocTalk**.*
*… real conversations with physician experts from around the largest healthcare system in the Maryland-DC region.
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For more episodes of MedStar Health DocTalk, go to medstarhealth.org/doctalk.
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Jan 11, 2022
Prostate cancer
*Comprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on **MedStar Health DocTalk**.*
*… real conversations with physician experts from around the largest healthcare system in the Maryland-DC region.
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For more episodes of MedStar Health DocTalk, go to medstarhealth.org/doctalk.
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Jan 5, 2022
Is bariatric surgery right for you?
*Comprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on **MedStar Health DocTalk**.*
*… real conversations with physician experts from around the largest healthcare system in the Maryland-DC region.
*Deciding to pursue a surgical solution for weight loss is not a decision you make lightly.
Weight loss surgery can change your life. It's not just about losing weight. It's about regaining your health. It's a chance to say goodbye to high cholesterol, diabetes, sleep apnea, and joint problems, so you can have a better quality of life in the future. DocTalk host Mike Shuh talks with MedStar Health’s Bariatric Surgeon, Dr. Christopher You, about Bariatric Surgery, the team approach that MedStar Health takes with Bariatric surgery and some of the valuable education and resources available about weight loss and healthy living that can benefit your entire family. Dr. You is one of the most experienced robotic surgeons in the Baltimore region hav…
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Dec 15, 2021
Hemorrhoids: a comfortable conversation about an uncomfortable topic
*Comprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on **MedStar Health DocTalk**.*
*… real conversations with physician experts from around the largest healthcare system in the Maryland-DC region.
*Hemorrhoids. Believe it or not, all of us have them. Sometimes they became inflamed, painful, or uncomfortable. And when they do, it’s important to seek medical care, without delay. Listen to this Important and frank conversation about an uncomfortable topic. DocTalk host Mike Shuh talks with MedStar Health’s Colorectal Surgereon, Dr. David Stein, about the diagnosis and available treatment options for hemorrhoids. As the Regional Chief of Surgery for MedStar Health, Dr. Stein, understands you may be uncomfortable consulting with us about a hemorrhoid that is bothering you. In fact, some patients have told us they delayed scheduling an appointment for a long time because they were too embarrassed to call. Hear Dr. Stein assure those who ne…
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Nov 19, 2021
Understanding sarcomas, or bone cancer
*Comprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on **MedStar Health DocTalk**.*
*… real conversations with physician experts from around the largest healthcare system in the Maryland-DC region.*
It takes as much as 1200 to 1800 pounds of pressure to break the human thigh bone. But an unexpected snap of that bone could be the first sign of the one cancer we don’t talk enough about: sarcomas, or - bone cancer. Dr. Albert Aboulafia, head of the Division of Orthopedic Oncology for MedStar Health in Baltimore AND medical director of the Weinberg Cancer Institute at MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center, shares information on bone tumors known as Osteosarcoma.
For more episodes of MedStar Health DocTalk, go to medstarhealth.org/doctalk.
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Nov 12, 2021
Rotator cuff injuries
*Comprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on MedStar Health **Doc Talk. *
What causes rotator cuff injuries, and what can be done to relieve the pain? In this episode of DocTalk, we talk with sports medicine orthopedic surgeon Dr. David Cohen from MedStar Orthopaedic Institute about this common shoulder condition and its symptoms, treatment, and recovery. Mike and Dr. Cohen’s conversation spans whistling footballs, rubber bands, and stem cell innovation. Learn who is at increased risk, and if rotator cuff injuries can be prevented. Dr. Cohen sees patients in Bel Air, Timonium, and at MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center in Baltimore, Maryland. For interviews with Dr. Cohen, or for more information about this podcast, contact Regional Media Relations Director, debra.schindler@medstar.net.
Learn more about Dr. Cohen here: https://www.medstarortho.org/doctor-profile/1245251685/
Learn more about MedStar Orthopaedic Institute: ht…
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Oct 15, 2021
High risk breast cancer
*Comprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on **MedStar Health Doc Talk**.
**MedStar Health Doc Talk**… real conversations with physician experts from around the largest healthcare system in the Maryland-DC region.
*Prevention is the best medicine, but the key to effectively treating any cancer is diagnosing it as early as possible. And there are critically important reasons that for some, getting that diagnosis has a higher probability than for others. Today, we’re talking with medical oncologist Dr. Shweta Kurian, about the high-risk cancer clinic at MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center in Baltimore, Maryland.
For more episodes of MedStar Health DocTalk, go to medstarhealth.org/doctalk.
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Sep 30, 2021
Cardio-oncology – minimizing the cardiovascular effects of cancer treatment
*Comprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on **MedStar Health Doc Talk**.
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*MedStar Health Doc Talk**… real conversations with physician experts from around the largest healthcare system in the Maryland-DC region.
*Thanks to advances in cancer treatment, more and more former cancer patients are now cancer survivors. While these life-saving treatments have improved long-term outcomes for many patients, some can cause heart and vascular problems.
The cardio-oncology program at MedStar Health focuses on preventing, minimizing, and treating these conditions for patients with cancer during treatment and in survivorship. We talk with the Director of the MedStar Health Cardio-oncology program in Baltimore, advanced heart failure cardiologist Dr. Tolu Agunbiade, about which treatments are more likely to cause cardiotoxicity, what symptoms to look for, and when you may want to see a cardiologist.
Over the next half hour, Mike and Dr. A…
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Aug 23, 2021
One surgery, two specialties: orthopedics and neurosurgery
*Comprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on **MedStar Health Doc Talk**.*
*MedStar Health Doc Talk**… real conversations with physician experts from around the largest healthcare system in the Maryland-DC region.*
Is your neck or back pain caused by your vertebrae, or your nerves? If you are considering spine surgery, what type of specialist should you see? In this episode of DocTalk, we talk with neurosurgeon Dr. Victor Du and orthopaedic spine surgeon Dr. Bradley Moatz about the neurosurgical and orthopaedic perspectives on spine surgery.
Understand the history behind two different specialties treating the same condition, the modern-day overlap between them, and MedStar Health’s team approach.
For interviews with Drs. Du or Moatz, or for more information about this podcast, contact Regional Media Relations Director, debra.schindler@medstar.net.
Learn more about Dr. Du here: https://www.medstarhealth.org/doctor/dr-victor-…
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Aug 23, 2021
Integrated surgery: latest surgical advances
*Comprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on MedStar Health DocTalk. Join us for real conversations with physician experts from around the largest healthcare system in the Maryland-DC region.*
A new surgical tower opened at MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center in Baltimore, Maryland... culminating a ten-year growth at a 50-year old community hospital. For patients, the future of surgery means so much more than updating the space. Today, we talk with Regional Chief of Surgery for MedStar Health, Dr. David Stein about the bigger picture of updating OR technology and what it means for patients.
For more episodes of MedStar Health DocTalk, go to medstarhealth.org/doctalk.
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Aug 15, 2021
ACL injuries and sports medicine
*Comprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on MedStar Health DocTalk. Join us for real conversations with physician experts from around the largest healthcare system in the Maryland-DC region.*
A twisted knee, swelling, and the telltale “pop.” Is it an ACL tear? Sports medicine orthopedic surgeon Dr. David Cohen from MedStar Orthopaedic Institute talks with us about the anterior cruciate ligament, how it’s arthroscopically repaired, and what can be expected during recovery. If you’re an athlete who frequently pivots, cuts, twists, or stops suddenly, learn more about the resulting strain on your ligaments and how ACL tears can be prevented, and complexity of ACL surgery and its success rates. Dr. Cohen sees patients in Bel Air, Timonium, and at MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center in Baltimore, Maryland. For interviews with Dr. Cohen, or for more information about this podcast, contact Regional Media Relations Director,* **d…
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Aug 1, 2021
Cancer screenings during the pandemic
Comprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on MedStar Health DocTalk. Join us for real conversations with physician experts from around the largest healthcare system in the Maryland-DC region.
There are approximately 16.9 million cancer survivors in the U.S. today—a number expected by the American Cancer Society to grow, in part, because of improvements in cancer screenings. But research has shown an 86 to 94 percent drop in preventive cancer screenings nationwide, just two months into the pandemic. Doc Talk host Mike Schuh talks with Dr. Albert Aboulafia, medical director of the MedStar Health Cancer Network in Baltimore, about the importance of scheduling essential cancer screenings like colonoscopies, mammograms, and lung CT scans. Early detection saves lives. Screening tests can find cancer before it spreads, and when it’s easier to treat.
Dr. Aboulafia is a nationally and internationally recognized leader in the clinical and…
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Jul 15, 2021
Varicose and spider veins
*Comprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on MedStar Health DocTalk. Join us for real conversations with physician experts from around the largest healthcare system in the Maryland-DC region.*
Varicose and spider veins are very common--in fact more than half of the population has them. But that doesn’t mean you have to live with them. While varicose and spider veins are primarily a cosmetic issue, they may be an indication of a more serious vascular issue. In this episode of Doc Talk, Director of the MedStar Health Vein Centers in Baltimore, vascular surgeon Dr. Maggie Arnold, talks about the difference between varicose and spider veins, their signs and symptoms and what happens during an evaluation. Learn about the various treatment options available and the importance of seeing a board-certified vascular surgeon for vein treatment. Over the next half hour, Dr. Arnold will cover everything you need to know about varicose and spid…
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Jun 22, 2021
Your risk for stroke
*Comprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on MedStar Health DocTalk. Join us for real conversations with physician experts from around the largest healthcare system in the Maryland-DC region.*
Strokes happen in an instant, and are the 5th leading cause of death. What’s your risk? Baltimore director of MedStar Health’s stroke program, neurologist Dr. Elliot Dawson, tells us about brain attacks, thunderclap headaches, innovative treatments, and the benefits of comprehensive stroke centers. Learn the signs of stroke using “BEFAST,” how long you have to respond, and even the relationship between stroke and Covid.
Dr. Dawson is based at MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center in Baltimore, Maryland, and also has clinical interests in vascular neurology and neurocritical care. For interviews with Dr. Dawson, or for more information about this podcast, contact Regional Media Relations Director, debra.schindler@medstar.net.
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