Health Headlines Podcast Series: Recent Episodes
Capital Health
Do you want to learn more about a health topic or tips to stay well? Join us for our Health Headlines Podcast Series, where you will hear from physicians, nurses and other health care experts at Capital Health
Dr. Andrew Day, a board certified, fellowship trained neurologist at Capital Institute for Neurosciences, discusses the different types and causes of headaches and migraines, how they can be treated, and when you should see a doctor.
Learn more about Andrew Day, MD
At Capital Health, we strive to ensure that every family feels empowered and informed during each step of the childbirth experience. Hear from perinatal safety coordinator Heather Piche and childbirth education coordinator Krista Gervon on how the TeamBirth approach is being implemented at Capital Health and how it helps us achieve those goals.
Capital Health's Institute for Urban Care is committed to optimizing the delivery of health care services and advancing outcomes related to health equity for the residents of Trenton, New Jersey. The Institute has three main pillars which are based on the most pressing needs of the community – Chronic Disease, Maternal Child Health, and Behavioral Health/Substance Use Disorder. Working with a robust network of community partners, the Institute develops innovative, scalable, and reproducible programs that go beyond the scope of traditional care to improve the health and well-being of Trenton residents.
Learn about Capital Health's Internal Medicine Residency Program from the perspective of Program Director Dr. Saba Hasan and Chief Resident Dr. Valeria Turcan.
GLP-1 agonist medications like Wegovy, Ozempic, Mounjaro, and Zepbound are a hot topic in the world of weight loss. Dr. Kashif Anwar from the Medical Weight Loss Program at Capital Health Metabolic and Weight Loss Center discusses the safety and efficiency of these medications as part of a non-surgical approach to reaching a healthy goal weight in 2026.
E. Lynn Osborne, director of Capital Health's Assisted Living Program, talks about some of the challenges that seniors in assisted living face when it comes to staying on top of their health needs and how the Assisted Living Program helps seniors address these challenge.
Learn more about E. Lynn Osborne, MA, LPN, NJCALA
David Drucker, MD, FACC, FSCAI discusses the common reasons patients may need TAVR, how doctors decide between TAVR and open-heart surgery, and whether TAVR is becoming the new standard for valve replacement.
Learn more about David Drucker, MD, FACC, FSCAI
For anyone who has struggled to lose weight, Dr. Kashif Anwar from the Medical Weight Loss Program at Capital Health Metabolic and Weight Loss Center discusses effective options to consider as part of a non-surgical approach to reaching a healthy goal weight.
Yi Huang, MD, discusses why early detection in breast cancer is so important. She highlights key risk factors and symptoms to be aware of and shares what Capital Health offers in diagnostic testing, programs, and care for individuals facing breast cancer.
Learn more about Yi Huang, MD
Understanding the profound benefits of breastfeeding can empower new parents to make informed feeding decisions. Join our experts Disha Ghehani and Donna Rubin as they discuss the nutritional, immunological, and emotional advantages of breastfeeding for both mother and child. Discover how to navigate challenges and make breastfeeding a fulfilling experience.
Learn about Capital Health's new OB/GYN Residency Program from the perspective of Program Director Dr. Mark Kuhn and first-year resident Dr. Sanjana Das.
Learn more about Mark D. Kuhn, MD, FACOG, MSCP
Dr. Callum Dupre, a board certified neurologist and medical director of Capital Health’s Center for Sleep Medicine, shares insights on how sleep disorders are identified and diagnosed. He also discusses available treatment options and highlights the importance of education, access to care, and lifestyle changes in improving sleep health.
Dr. McPherson, director of Thoracic Surgery and co-director of the Lung Center of Excellence at Capital Health Cancer Center, discusses advanced surgical treatment options for lung cancer, including who qualifies for surgery and how early diagnosis and the use of da Vinci robotic surgery are improving outcomes.
Dr. Dwayne Brown, director of the Comprehensive Headache Center at Capital Institute for Neurosciences, discusses the different types and causes of headaches, how they can be treated, and when you should see a doctor.
Maria Fierszt, manager of the Capital Health Wellness Center at Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell, provides an overview of the classes and services offered at the Wellness Center and how you can participate.
Dr. Mark Saxena from Capital Health Gastroenterology Specialists discusses the current guidelines for scheduling a colonoscopy, while Dr. Ashlee Godshalk Ruggles, colorectal surgeon from Capital Health Surgical Group, talks about the latest treatment options for someone who receives a cancer diagnosis.
Dr. Michael Stabile discusses ailments that can be scheduled as a Virtual Primary Care visit instead of urgent care.
When is your blood pressure considered high? Learn about the most recent guidelines from the American Heart Association, American College of Cardiology and other organizations.
Pre-diabetes is a condition that can lead to type 2 diabetes and heart disease. In this episode, we discuss risk factors, normal glucose metabolism, and changes in the body that can lead to pre-diabetes and diabetes, the relationship between food choices and blood glucose, and strategies for reducing your risk.
Many women think the signs of a heart attack are unmistakable, but the fact is that they can be subtler in women and sometimes harder to recognize. Dr. Thanawala will discuss the most common heart attack symptoms, why women will sometimes experience different symptoms, and why it's important to call 911 if you or a loved one is experiencing a heart attack.
Dr. Lara Samson and Pamela Swiernik, BSN, RN, CCRN from our Chest Pain Center will discuss the importance of recognizing and responding to signs and symptoms of heart attack, why calling 911 instead of driving to an ER can make a big difference in your care, and what it means to be an accredited Chest Pain Center by the American College of Cardiology.
Every year about 800,000 people have a stroke. Join endovascular neurologist, Dr. Pratit Patel, to learn what you need to know about the latest treatments and why getting fast treatment is so critical.
Back pain is a significant source of frustration for many people. It’s a leading cause of disability and is one of the most common medical problems, affecting millions of Americans. What causes back pain and what are some of the most common sources of spine problems? Is it time for surgery, and if so what can I expect?
Dr. Daniel Landau discusses what a stroke is, how to recognize one as soon as possible and the quickest way to get treated.
"What's the Cologuard?" "My doctor told me I needed a colonoscopy to check for colon cancer, but is that true?" As part of National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in March, let's answer these questions and learn more about colon cancer. DR. ASHLEE GODSHALK RUGGLES, a board certified, fellowship trained colorectal surgeon from Capital Health Surgical Group, and DR. MARION-ANNA PROTANO, a board certified, fellowship trained gastroenterologist from Mercer Gastroenterology, will also cover the risk factors and screening guidelines, different ways of testing for cancer and polyps and treatment options available.
David Dafilou, CIN explains the Capital Health Living program, the type of care provided, and the different services offered for independent seniors.
Too often gynecologic cancers (cancers in the female reproductive system) go undetected. Being proactive in your health and learning about gynecologic cancers may reduce your risk and identify ways to prevent cancer and to diagnose cancers in an early stage when more treatment options and higher survival rates are possible.Dr. Joyce Varughese, a board-certified, fellowship-trained gynecologic oncologist at Capital Health Surgical Group, will offer information on what gynecologic cancers are, their symptoms, and how to lower your risk. She will focus on prevention strategies of the three most common gynecologic cancers: uterine, ovarian, and cervical. Learn about different screening options and how your family history may affect your cancer risk.
Dr. Navid Redjal discusses signs and symptoms of brain tumors, and the latest approaches toward prevention and treatment.