Conversations Like No Other presented by Valley Health System
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Tired of the same health information presented in the same way? So are we. Conversations Like No Other goes beyond conventional and everyday health topics to go deeper into the real topics facing men, women and children of all ages.
Presented by Valley Health System in Ridgewood, New Jersey, Conversations Like No Other will showcase doctors and other healthcare professionals sharing their professional and personal insights on topics that are personal, delicate and very relevant.
You might be surprised, you might blush, but you’ll always be informed and learn something new.
Available episodes
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Mar 2, 2023
Insight Into Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Dr. Sita Chokhavatia
Irritable Bowel Syndrome, or IBS, includes symptoms such as abdominal pain, diarrhea, fatigue, constipation, bloating and gas. Some people who suffer are too embarrassed to talk with their doctor. Learning about the disease will help make you more comfortable to discuss IBS with your provider so you can live a normal life and make peace with your condition.
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Feb 16, 2023
Talking to Your Kids About Healthy Bodies
Weight can be a sensitive subject at any age, but for children and teens, body image and weight issues should be handled with careful attention because the topic can carry lifelong significance. How do you talk to your child about healthy eating and weight without negatively impacting their body image or relationship with food? Dr. Sakowitz-Sukkar will discuss this and more.
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Feb 2, 2023
Facing TMJ with Dr. Jack Annunziato
TMJ disorders cause symptoms such as face or neck pain, jaw stiffness, and clicking or popping noises in the jaw joint. TMJ can be complex and can overlap with other conditions. While the cause of TMJ is a mystery, this discussion will uncover the answers to many questions about the disorder.
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Dec 12, 2022
Things No One Warned Me About Pregnancy with Rebecca Eddinger, MD
Pregnancy is an amazing experience. It's remarkable that your body is growing a new life. As you prepare for this beautiful journey, there might be some details your mom or friends left out. There are some parts of pregnancy that maybe aren't so beautiful and make you wonder why nobody told you about all the changes your body experiences.
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Dec 9, 2022
Postpartum Depression with Behavioral Health Specialist Dr. Daniel Finch
Being a new mom brings about many emotions, such as excitement, happiness, fear, or sadness. Your body experiences many physical and emotional changes during and after pregnancy. It is normal to experience worry, but if your feelings are extreme sadness or loneliness, mood swings, or crying spells, you may be experiencing postpartum depression. Talk to your doctor. There is treatment and getting the help you need will help you and your baby be as healthy as possible.
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Dec 1, 2022
Women Lose Their Hair, Too with Tamar Zapolanski, MD
While many think that only men lose their hair, many women experience hair loss as well. Hair loss in women can be a stressful and bothersome problem. We will discuss this sensitive topic by reviewing the importance of diagnosing hair loss appropriately, discussing different treatment options, and tips for dealing with a hair loss diagnosis.
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Nov 28, 2022
Talking to Your Child With an Intellectual Disability About Their Body with Megan Coral, MS, LMFT
Understanding puberty and sexuality is important for all kids and teens. Having "the talk" when your child has an intellectual disability can elicit additional questions. Your open and honest communication will help ease the confusion your teen is experiencing as their bodies change through sexual development.
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Nov 16, 2022
Teen Sexual Health- Talk the Talk Before They Walk the Walk with Kimberly Fallon, MD
Research shows that many teens are sexually active by the time they are in high school. Sexual health includes how sex affects a person's physical and emotional health. Whether your teen practices abstinence or is engaging in sexual activities, talking with them about safe sex not only encourages responsible behavior but helps you guide your teen to make the healthiest choices for their sexual health.
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Oct 31, 2022
It's Not Just About Kegels- What's Going on Down There? With Cristina Saiz, MD
Pelvic organ prolapse and urinary incontinence (in essence, pelvic floor disorders) are the biggest unspoken epidemic. Did you know that 1 in 3 women will end up suffering from these conditions? They range from what we commonly know as a "dropped bladder" to leaking urine and having to constantly wear pads. Prolapse and incontinence can cause feelings of concern, embarrassment, and depression, but there are many treatment options available.
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Oct 19, 2022
Questions You've Always Had About Dementia But Were Afraid to Ask With Olga Noskin, MD
Older adults not only experience physical changes as they age, but they are more likely to experience neurological problems as well. Cognitive impairment in older adults can be caused by a number of reasons, however, dementia is the most common. The initial diagnosis of dementia can be devastating to patients and their families. There are many questions and concerns older adults and potential caregivers have as they begin to navigate the world of dementia.
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Jul 12, 2022
Let's Talk About Sex (After Baby) with Tia DeMille Welsh, M.D.
Being intimate after having a baby can involve more than just physical healing. Fear of getting pregnant again, less sleep, body changes, low libido, and hormones play a role in resuming normal sexual activity. Dr. Welsh will discuss questions related to birth control options along with questions we might be hesitant to discuss with our doctor.
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Jun 2, 2022
The APB on HPV with Christiane Farkouh-Karoleski, MD and Eleonora Teplinsky, MD
Who knew that a vaccine can prevent cancer just like a vaccine prevent the flu? Human Papiloma Virus (HPV) is a common virus you can get through skin-to-skin contact. It is also the most common sexually transmitted infection (STI). This conversation is about body parts, physical encounters, warts, your immune system, and cancer. We'll talk about how getting vaccinated against HPV will decrease your risk for future cancers.
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May 9, 2022
Every Child Poops! Making #2 Your #1 Priority with Lauren Dankner, MD
Before you were a parent, did you ever think you would talk about poop so much? Frequency, color, shape, and consistency are all common parent concerns. What happens when your child isn't pooping, or goes too frequently? Why are they having accidents? Dr. Dankner will talk about what can be worrisome and address many parent poop concerns.
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