Southwest General Health Talk
Health & Wellness Podcasts
Welcome to Southwest General’s Health Talk. Being healthy is critical to living life to its fullest. Join our medical experts each month as they shed light on current health news and talk plainly about everything from basic health advice to worrisome and sometimes embarrassing symptoms. As an award-winning health system, Southwest General has been providing life-saving care for more than a century. If you’re looking to take control of your health and wellness, this podcast is for you. Subscribe in Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you’re listening now.
Location:
United States
Genres:
Health & Wellness Podcasts
Description:
Welcome to Southwest General’s Health Talk. Being healthy is critical to living life to its fullest. Join our medical experts each month as they shed light on current health news and talk plainly about everything from basic health advice to worrisome and sometimes embarrassing symptoms. As an award-winning health system, Southwest General has been providing life-saving care for more than a century. If you’re looking to take control of your health and wellness, this podcast is for you. Subscribe in Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you’re listening now.
Language:
English
Episodes
VODCAST-Managing Major Depressive Disorder: Exploring the signs and symptoms of major depression, effective treatments, and coping strategies
9/9/2024
In this episode, Dr. Muhammad Aftab leads a discussion focusing on depression management.
Duration:00:15:27
Physical Therapy for Pain Management
8/15/2024
In this episode, Dr. Anthony DiFilippo leads a discussion focusing on pain management options in physical therapy, as well as some insight on when it is time to see a doctor for persistent or recurring pain issues.
Duration:00:07:43
Understanding the Point Source Issues on Adolescent Mental Health: Social Media and Substance Abuse
2/22/2024
Clear correlations have linked mental health disorders in adolescents with an increased use of social media and/or chemical substance abuse disorder, such as vapes, alcohol, and more. Zach Irwin, MSSA, LISW, counselor, Oakview Behavioral Health Services at Southwest General, joins us to highlight how social media and substance abuse disorder can alter an adolescents mental health.
Duration:00:14:04
Treatments for Mental Health Disorders--From Counseling to Drug Therapy and Everything in Between
2/22/2024
Mental health disorders can be treated in various ways--from counseling to drug therapy and everything in between. On top of that, the importance of ensuring a healthy home-life for your adolescent struggling with their mental health can be a key factor to their overall well-being. Zach Irwin, MSSA, LISW, counselor, Oakview Behavioral Health Services at Southwest General, joins us today to address treatments for mental health disorders and ways to keep your adolescent healthy and safe.
Duration:00:16:22
Life After Delivery ... From Adjusting to a New Normal, to Postpartum Depression, to Postpartum Sex
2/22/2024
In this episode, Dr. Anita Bellante leads a discussion focusing on life after delivery, what to expect and how to prepare for these changes.
Duration:00:07:46
The Journey to Surgery
9/19/2023
Leslie Pristas, DO, FACS, medical director of bariatric surgery at Southwest General, covers what influences a patient to elect bariatric surgery, along with the process a patient goes through leading up to surgery.
Duration:00:07:40
Bariatric Surgery 101—A Comprehensive Guide to Your Options
9/19/2023
Leslie Pristas, DO, FACS, medical director of bariatric surgery at Southwest General, describes what a patient needs to know when thinking about bariatric surgery, including the available options and qualifications for a candidate.
Duration:00:12:38
Can Bariatric Surgery Help Treat or Cure Obesity-Related Health Conditions?
9/19/2023
Leslie Pristas, DO, FACS, medical director of bariatric surgery at Southwest General, discusses how obesity-related health conditions, such as heart disease and Type 2 diabetes, may be impacted as a result of bariatric surgery.
Duration:00:10:32
How an Adolescent's Environment Can Shape a Mental Health Disorder
6/29/2023
The environments that adolescents surround themselves with can shape their habits and tendencies, therefore influencing their mental health. Zach Irwin, MSSA, LISW, counselor, Oakview Behavioral Health Services at Southwest General, joins us today to understand how adolescent's mental health is shaped by their environment.
Duration:00:13:49
Identifying the Signs and Symptoms of Mental Health Disorders in Adolescents
6/29/2023
In 2021, the World Health Organization reported that one in seven children between 10-19 years old experience a mental health disorder. Zach Irwin is here today to talk about the warning signs and symptoms of mental health disorders among the adolescent population.
Duration:00:13:40
Leg Swelling -- Symptoms, Causes and Treatments
1/11/2023
In this episode, Dr. Michael Brown and CNP Giovanna Cantor lead an interactive discussion on the many factors that can cause leg swelling, and what signs to look for that may indicate a more serious condition.
Duration:00:09:46
Mental Health Check-in: One Year Into The Coronavirus Pandemic
10/11/2021
Dr. Charles Luther leads a reflective discussion on mental health during the pandemic.
Duration:00:12:30
The Lasting Effects of a Pandemic on Adolescents
9/9/2021
Dr. Rebecca Zarko some of the ways that the pandemic can affect adolescents.
Duration:00:17:27
Vaginal Health
6/21/2021
Sifting through the dos and don'ts of having a vagina--from proper preventive care, to vaginal health, safe sex (including STD prevention), cancer awareness and more.
Vaccine Myths and Misperceptions
6/2/2021
Stacey Zorska, director of pharmacy at Southwest General, discusses the common myths and misperceptions associated with the COVID-19 vaccine.
When Pleasure Turns to Pain
5/13/2021
At some point in her life, a woman will experience painful intercourse, which can occur for reasons that range from structural problems to psychological concerns. Issues such as endometriosis, bacterial vaginosis, pelvic floor disorders, and more, can leave you feeling, well, deflated. If you are suffering from persistent or recurrent pain before, during or after intercourse, our expert team of urogynecology specialists, can help determine treatments that focus on the cause and can help eliminate or lessen this common problem.
Coronavirus and Pregnancy: What To Know
5/4/2021
Dr. Emily LaSota the effects that COVID-19 can have on pregnant women, as well as her newborn, and how to safely bring a new baby home with current health and safety guidelines.
I Received My COVID-19 Vaccine, Now What
4/30/2021
Anina Carpenter, a registered nurse and manager of Infection Control at Southwest General, discusses to do's and don'ts one should follow after getting their COVID-19 vaccination.
Baby After Miscarriage ... From Risk to Rainbow Babies
4/27/2021
Dr. John Alton discusses steps one can take after a miscarriage, "rainbow babies", and when alternative fertility treatments are necessary.
The Differences Between Seasonal Influenza, Allergies and COVID-19
11/17/2020
Dr. Lucy O'Brien explains the difference between seasonal flu, allergies, and COVID-19.
Duration:00:09:26