The Health Podcast

Dr. Michael Osterholt, Sports Medicine Physician and Team Physician for Washington State University Athletics, breaks down what Tennis Elbow is, how it's diagnosed, and what treatment options are available.

Gara Knudtson, Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice and Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist with Pullman Anesthesia at Pullman Regional Hospital, explains why some patients experience nausea and vomiting after a surgical procedure, what CRNAs can do to help reduce the likelihood of postoperative nausea and vomiting, and how long anesthesia stays in the body.

Jana Wieser, Registered Dietitian and Nutrition Therapy Director at Pullman Regional Hospital, provides a guide to protein consumption. Learn how to determine how much protein you should be consuming each day, animal versus plant-based protein sources, and risks associated with over- and under-consuming protein.

Maile Keller, Physical Therapy Assistant and Orthopedic Care Coordinator at Pullman Regional Hospital, discusses how patients can best prepare their homes for their total joint replacement surgery. She talks through furniture considerations, equipment needs, and how patients can set themselves up for success after discharge.

Angeline Smith, ARNP at Pullman Family Medicine and Palouse Health Center, talk about sunscreen options with UVA and UVB protection, SPF 30 or higher, and whether or not water-resistant sunscreen is needed. Angeline speaks about intense sun exposure and high UV areas. Learn how to help an accidental sunburn and, more importantly, prevent one.

Helen Shores Peters, Registered Radiologic Technologist and Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist, walks through what a cardiac stress test is, what the test involves, and how patients can best prepare.

Angeline Smith, ARNP at Pullman Family Medicine and Palouse Health Center, tackles key questions about shingles. Is it a reactivation of the chickenpox virus? What triggers it, and what are the symptoms? Find out if shingles is contagious and who is at risk. Explore treatment options and discover what steps to take if you suspect shingles. Plus, get insights into preventive measures. Listen for an informative guide to understanding and managing shingles.

Dr. Jesse Shaw, Sports Medicine Physician, 'breaks' down what stress fractures are, how they differ from broken bones, what they feel like, and how they heal.

Dr. Garrett Luettgen, Emergency Medicine Physician at Pullman Regional Hospital, breaks down what happens when someone faints, what you should do to help, and when to seek medical attention.

It's not quite as hard as it used to be but some people are still uncomfortable talking about urinary tract infections or UTIs. Dr. Brenna Harris discusses UTIs, their symptoms, if they're contagious, possible treatment options, and other commonly asked questions.

A Cesarean is major surgery so how can expecting mothers prepare for a c-section? Dr. Drue Webb discusses how to prepare for a c-section, the recovery timeline, and more.

Ever wondered why you feel a little blue in the winter months? Christine Land, board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at Palouse Psychiatry & Behavioral Health, breaks down what Seasonal Affective Disorder is, what symptoms are associated with it, and why it affects some people more than others.

Did you know that a PSA test measures the level of PSA (prostate-specific antigen) in a man's blood? Hear from Dr. Keizur about what heightened levels can mean, who should get tested, and how often a PSA test should be repeated.

Hear from Dr. Theresa Myers, OB/GYN at Moscow Pullman OB/GYN, about what inducing labor means, what happens during the process, and what potential risks are associated with inducing labor.

Agriculture is a main industry on the Palouse, but what do farmers need to do to protect their hearing out in the field? Dr. Anna Curet, Audiologist, breaks down what hearing protection looks like, what options are available, and why hearing preservation is so important.

People throw the term ADHD around all the time but do they really know what the condition is all about? Dr. Chad Sanders discusses ADHD, treatment options, and more.

You may have heard the word hospitalist said in passing conversation but you may not have known what it meant. Dr. Guillermo Modad discusses what a hospitalist does and the role they play in medical care.

We're training the next generation of physicians right here in Pullman! The Family Medicine Residency Program is a partnership between Pullman Regional Hospital & Washington State University. Learn more about the program, meet the program director, and find out how you can help support the program.

Sometimes, people get a little bit shy when it comes to talking about colonoscopies. Dr. Nancy Panko discusses the importance of getting a colonoscopy, what the process entails, how frequently you should get one, and more.

Women have a lot on their plates these days so sometimes it can slip our minds to keep up with preventative care, like pap smears. Dr. Molly Thompson walks through what a pap smear entails, what you can expect at your appointment, why it's important to get one, and more.