Health Focus: Recent Episodes
Bobbi Conner
Doctors, medical professionals and researchers from the Medical University of South Carolina will be featured weekly in a series of radio interviews on South Carolina Public Radio called Health Focus. Award winning public broadcaster Bobbi Conner will host this series of health and medical features, covering a wide array of topics. Health Focus is a production of the Medical University of South Carolina in partnership with South Carolina Public Radio.
This week, Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Anthony Kent about screening and early detection of kidney disease.
This week, Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Joshua Mixson about the health benefits of walking and fast walking, especially in the older adult years.
This week, Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC Dr. William Hawkins about recent advances in pancreatic cancer treatment.
This week, Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Stephanie Stansell about strategies to help quit smoking.
This week, Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Conrad Williams about palliative care for children and adults.
This week, Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Bailey Allen about protecting newborn babies and infants from extreme summer heat.
This week, Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Meher Farooq about common toddler sleep issues.
This week, Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Russell Jenkins about new treatments for advanced melanoma.
This week, Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Natalie Freidin about high blood pressure, and issues related to medication adherence.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Michelle Woodbury about stroke rehabilitation and emotional support.
This week, Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Kathleen Head about recognizing stress in children and teens and helping them learn healthy ways to manage stress.
This week, Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Graciela De Jesus about reducing risk of melanoma and other skin cancers.
This week, Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Natalie Freidin about healthy foods for individuals living with chronic kidney disease.
This week, Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Christopher Sege about treatment for anxiety disorders in adults.
This week, Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Gregory Fear about sleep aids and sleeping pills.
This week, Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Nicholas Milano about the importance of early diagnosis and treatment of Alzheimer’s disease.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Teresa Kelechi about the health effects of loneliness and finding interventions to help.
This week, Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Maggie Westfal about a blood test being used to detect the return of colon cancer.
This week, Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Michelle Macias about speech and language delays in early childhood.
This week, Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Amanda Overstreet about maintaining brain health and reducing risk of cognitive decline in the older adult years.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Janet Carter about health, wellness and self-esteem for children with obesity.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Anca Dumitriu about childhood cancer survivorship in S.C.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Rebeca Castellanos about how to support a friend who is grieving the loss of a loved one.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Christopher Goodier about why the flu vaccination is especially important during pregnancy
This week Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Charlie Strange about the diagnosis and treatment of COPD.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Kevin Gray about cannabis use and potential adverse effects.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Lee Lewis about the SEEDS of positive mental health for children.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Abi Siva about follow-up care and support for breast cancer survivors.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Parneet Grewal about an increased lifetime risk of stroke for women, and what can be done to reduce this risk.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Lily Christon about promoting a healthy body image for children.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC'S Dr. Kelly Graves about managing medication in the older adult years.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Elizabeth Wallis about addressing mental health concerns related to children and teens in primary health care visits.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Anne Kroman about managing and adjusting to atrial fibrillation in the first year after diagnosis.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Ian Kane about the importance of seeking immediate medical care for newborn babies and infants younger than two months who develop a fever.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Kathleen McKinnon about autoimmune disorders.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Katherine Renne about making dental visits kid-friendly.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Sara Ritchie about helping children learn to manage or regulate their emotions. Dr. Ritchie is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics and a pediatrician at MUSC Children’s Health.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Andrea Abbott about breast cancer screening for women at higher risk.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Amanda Overstreet about alcohol-related health risks specifically for older adults.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Raymond DuBois about cancer occurring in more adults at younger ages.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Shean Aujla about treating & managing asthma in children.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Erika Blank about the health benefits of walking daily or regularly for exercise.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Janet Carter about foods to help fight chronic inflammation in the body.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. John Comisi about strategies to help adults cope with dental anxiety.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Minoo Kavarana about pediatric heart transplantation. Dr. Kavarana is Chief of Pediatric Cardiothoracic Surgery & Surgical Director of Pediatric Heart Transplantation at MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Christine Cooper about lifestyle routines that help reduce the risk of dementia. Dr. Cooper is an Assistant Professor in the College of Medicine and a neurologist specializing in movement disorders at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Rebeca Castellanos about coping with grief. Dr. Castellanos is a clinical psychologist and an Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Elisha Brownfield about recognizing symptoms and seeking treatment for heat stroke and heat exhaustion.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Alexandra Kejner about the increasing use of transoral robotic surgery for head and neck cancer.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Patrick Flume about new breakthrough treatments for cystic fibrosis.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Adam Fox about biomarker testing for targeted lung cancer treatment
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Rebecca Kilpatrick about navigating caregiver burnout.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Jennifer Joi Jaroscak about new gene therapy treatments for sickle cell disease.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Sara Ritchie about protecting newborn babies and infants from overheating in the intense summer heat.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Claire Smith about managing anxiety and anxiety disorders during pregnancy.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Christopher Pelic about healthy routines and habits to help prevent depression.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Joni Nelson about the link between oral health and overall health.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Andrea Summer about travel-related injury & illness in children and prevention strategies.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Joshua Mixson about increased risk of heat-related illness in older adults and strategies for prevention.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Deirdre Williams about preventing dental cavities in childhood and the teen years.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Kathleen Brady about the continuing opioid crisis in S.C.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Aundrea Loftley about preventing diabetes complications. Dr. Loftley is an Associate Professor of Medicine and an Endocrinologist at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. James McElligott about the many types of health care visits now being done in S.C. using telehealth.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Christopher Goodier about low-dose aspirin for women at increased risk of preeclampsia during pregnancy.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Jane Scribner about sun protection strategies to reduce risk of skin cancer.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Tracy Stecker about overcoming barriers to seeking treatment for substance use and mental health problems.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Evan Graboyes about research related to cancer survivorship, particularly for individuals living with cancer as a chronic or recurring disease.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Sara Ritchie about helping children learn to manage stress in their everyday lives.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Andrea Abbott about the ABCDE skin rule, to help identify potential signs of melanoma and other skin cancers.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Rosmary Ros-Demarize about autism in early childhood.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Bhisham Chera about using circulating tumor DNA testing for patients with head & neck cancer.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Kelly Sonawane about HPV vaccination to help prevent six types of cancer, with an update about HPV vaccination rates in S.C.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Margaret Fahey about using free, tech-based tools to help quit smoking.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Katherine Sterba about the challenges of being a cancer caregiver and resources available to help.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Vanessa Hinson about a new skin test available for the early diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Habib Rizk about the diagnosis and treatment of Meniere’s disease.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Kelli Williams about new treatment available to help reduce reactions in individuals with severe food allergies.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Margaret Fahey about the increasing use of technology-based health platforms in older adults.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Sara Ritchie talks about the importance of catching up on childhood vaccinations.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Robert Murphy about bone fractures in children and teens.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Raymond DuBois about cancer research underway globally and in South Carolina.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Sara Ritchie about the health benefits of a physically active lifestyle for children and teens.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Alec DeCastro about the diagnosis and treatment of meniscal tears.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with MUCS's Alaine Mills about nutrition to enhance athletic performance and vigorous exercise routines in adults.
This week, Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Mathew Wooster about deep vein thrombosis.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Andrea Rinn about optimizing sleep to reap important health benefits.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Bashar Badran about research to determine the effectiveness of using non-invasive wearable technology to help with pain management.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Patrick O’Neil about lifestyle changes that can help lose weight and keep the weight off.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Randi Curtiss about behavioral symptoms of dementia.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Tracy Stecker about helping individuals say yes, to treatment for mental health issues.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Amy Hebbard about certain medications that may cause symptoms of memory problems, especially in older adults.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Christine Holmstedt about high blood pressure and heart health.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Wendy Balliet about managing stress after diagnosis of a chronic health condition.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Ashley Early about cognitive behavioral therapy for children with anxiety disorders.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Aundrea Loftley about the health benefits of taking a brief walk after eating.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Chris Ellis about physical therapy for common lower back conditions. Dr. Ellis is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and he’s a physical therapist at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Rebeca Castellanos about helping children cope when a family member has cancer. Dr. Castellanos is a clinical psychologist and an Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Alaine Mills about student athletes and sports nutrition. Alaine is a wellness and sports dietitian at MUSC’s Health and Wellness Institute.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Elizabeth Mack about providing safe sleep for infants and reducing risk of SIDS. Dr. Elizabeth Mack is a pediatric critical care physician at MUSC Children’s Health, and she’s a spokesperson for the American Academy of Pediatrics.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Stephanie Gaydos about adult congenital heart disease. Dr. Gaydos is a pediatric and adult congenital cardiologist at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Angela Choi about healthy exercise during pregnancy. Dr. Choi is an Associate Professor of Obstetrics & Gynecology and she’s an OB/GYN at MUSC Women’s Health.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Louis Gerena about exercise for osteoarthritis. Dr. Gerena is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Orthopaedics & Physical Medicine and he’s a non-surgical orthopaedic & sports medicine physician at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Janet Carter about a healthy eating plan to help lower cholesterol. Janet is a clinical lipid specialist and the Program Manager and Lead Dietitian at the MUSC Children’s Health Wellness Works Program.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Dalila Lewis about hard-to-treat pediatric epilepsy. Dr. Lewis is a pediatric neurologist and epilepsy specialist and the Division Chief of Pediatric Neurology at MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Alec DeCastro about preventing and recognizing heat-related illness in student athletes. Dr. DeCastro is an Associate Professor and the Chief of Primary Care Sports Medicine in the Department of Family Medicine at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Nichole Tanner about lung cancer screening for eligible individuals. Dr. Tanner is a Professor in the College of Medicine and she is the Co-Director of the Lung Cancer Screening Program at Hollings Cancer Center at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Michelle Hudspeth about pediatric stem cell transplant. Dr. Hudspeth is the Division Chief of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology and she is the Director of the Pediatric Blood and Marrow Transplant Program at MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Tracy Smith about new smoking cessation research, funded by the National Cancer Institute. Dr. Smith is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences and she’s a member of the Cancer Control and Prevention Program at Hollings Cancer Center at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Prab Baliga about pediatric kidney transplant. Dr. Baliga is a Professor of Surgery and the Chari of the Department of Surgery at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Tala Kassm about the importance of detecting and treating glaucoma in the earliest stages. Dr. Kassm is an ophthalmologist specializing in glaucoma and cataracts and she’s Director of Glaucoma Service at Storm Eye Institute at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Alaine Mills about eating nutritious foods in the older adult years, to enhance health and wellbeing. Alaine Mills is a wellness and sports dietician at MUSC’s Health and Wellness Institute.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Pamela Morris about the specifics of heart disease prevention.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Claire Smith about postpartum depression and the importance of seeking treatment for this condition. Dr. Smith is an Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences and she’s a perinatal psychiatrist in the Women’s Reproductive Behavioral Health Clinic at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Erika Blank about treating certain chronic conditions with lifestyle changes. Dr. Blank is an Assistant Professor in the College of Medicine and a primary care physician, specializing in lifestyle medicine at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Madelene Lewis about the new recommendations for breast cancer screening, starting at age 40. Dr. Lewis is a Professor of Diagnostic Radiology, Women’s Imagining and Vice Chair of Clinical Operations in the Department of Radiology at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Elizabeth Wallis about addressing mental health concerns related to children and teens in primary health care visits. Dr. Wallis is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics and Psychiatry and she’s the Medical Director of the Division of Adolescent Medicine at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Kathleen McKinnon about reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease in patients with autoimmune disorders. Dr. McKinnon is a rheumatologist and Director of the Center for Vasculitis Care & Research at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Katie Schmitt about managing lymphedema, Dr. Schmitt is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and a certified lymphedema therapist at Hollings Cancer Center at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Thomas Di Salvo about lifestyle changes to reduce risk of congestive heart failure. Dr. Di Salvo is a Professor of Cardiology and he’s the Director of the Heart and Vascular Center at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Janet Carter about health risks from a high consumption of ultra-processed foods. Janet is a registered dietician, clinical lipid specialist, and program manager at the MUSC Children’s Health Wellness Works Program.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Matthew Sherrier about children and teens participating on a swim team. Dr. Sherrier is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Orthopaedics and Physical Medicine and he’s a non-surgical orthopaedic and sports medicine physician at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Eric Meissner about the impact of effective treatment for people with AIDS. Dr. Meissner is an Associate Professor of Medicine and Director of HIV and Hepatitis Clinical Care and Research, in the Division of Infectious Diseases at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Katie Schmitt about the benefits of a personalized walking program for cancer patients and survivors. Dr. Schmitt is a Doctor of Physical Therapy at MUSC Hollings Cancer Center.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Julie Ross about help for babies born dependent on opioids. Dr. Ross is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics and she’s a neonatologist in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Ruth Campbell about diagnosis and treatment of chronic kidney disease. Dr. Campbell is a Professor of Internal Medicine and Nephrology and a kidney disease specialist at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Elizabeth Greer about water safety and drowning prevention for children and teens. Dr. Greer is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Fellow at MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Alec DeCastro about running for fitness and health. Dr. DeCastro is an Associate Professor and Chief of Primary Care Sports Medicine in the Department of Family Medicine at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Terry Dixon about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of tickborne diseases. Dr. Dixon is a Clinical Associate Professor of Pediatrics and a pediatric infectious disease specialist at MUSC Children’s Health.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Stacey Maurer about talk therapy tailored to head and neck cancer patients, related to body image distress. Dr. Maurer is an Assistant Professor in the College of Medicine and a Clinical Psychologist at Hollings Cancer Center at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Claire MacGeorge about school based telehealth for asthma care. Dr. MacGeorge is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics and Director of the School-Based Telehealth Program at MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Jeffrey Blice about vitamins and lifestyle to delay progression of macular degeneration. Dr. Blice is an ophthalmologist who specializes in diseases of the retina, at Storm Eye Institute at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Tracy Rice about robotic assisted living donor kidney transplant. Dr. Rice is a surgeon in the Division of Transplant Surgery and she’s Director of the Living Donor Transplant Program at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Mary Hart Bryan about the importance of strong social connections in the older adult years, and the impact on health and wellbeing. Dr. Bryan is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences and a geriatric psychiatrist at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Kelli Williams about environmental and seasonal allergies in children. Dr. Williams is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics and a pediatrician specializing in allergies, asthma and immunology conditions at MUSC Children’s Health.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Vanessa Hinson about managing Parkinson’s disease in the first year after diagnosis. Dr. Hinson is a Professor of Neurology and the Director of the Movement Disorders Program at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Matthew Sherrier about the health benefits of swimming. Dr. Sherrier is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Orthopaedics and Physical Medicine and he’s a non-surgical orthopaedic and sports medicine physician at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Kathleen McKinnon about the connection between gum disease and rheumatoid arthritis. Dr. McKinnon is a rheumatologist and Director of the Center for Vasculitis Care and Research at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Claire Smith about managing stress during pregnancy. Dr. Smith is a perinatal psychiatrist in the Women’s Reproductive Behavioral Health Clinic at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Evan Graboyes about the BRIGHT research related to body image distress for head & neck cancer survivors. Dr. Graboyes is a head and neck cancer surgical oncologist and he’s the Director of Survivorship and Cancer Outcomes Research at Hollings Cancer Center at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Aundrea Loftley about updated standards for diabetes care, recommended by the American Diabetes Association. Dr. Loftley is an Associate Professor of Medicine and an endocrinologist at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Heather Boger about healthy aging and super-agers, who have the mental and or physical capability of people decades younger. Dr. Boger is a Professor in the Department of Neuroscience and she’s Education & Outreach Director of the Institute for Healthy Aging at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Parneet Grewal about new guidance from the American Heart Association about the importance of seeking immediate treatment for a transient ischemic attack (or TIA). Dr. Grewal is an Assistant Professor of Medicine and a neurologist in the Comprehensive Stroke & Cerebrovascular Disease Center at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Stephen Savage about the symptoms, causes, diagnosis and treatment of kidney stones. Dr. Savage is a Professor of Urology and the Director of the Kidney Stone Center at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Millicent Peterseim about regular vision screening for children, starting in the newborn stage and throughout childhood. Dr. Peterseim is a Professor of Ophthalmology and the Chair for International Ophthalmology at Storm Eye Institute at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Brenda Hoffman about recent increases in colon cancer in adults in the 40’s and younger, plus new recommendations for colon cancer screening starting at age 45. Dr. Hoffman is a gastroenterologist and interim director of the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Louis Gerena about preventing common golf injuries. Dr. Gerena is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Orthopaedics & Physical Medicine and he’s a non-surgical orthopaedic and sports medicine physician at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Stephanie Stansell about tips and support to help quit smoking. Dr. Stansell is the Senior In-Patient Tobacco Treatment Specialist at MUSC Health.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Evan Graboyes about how lack of access to transportation profoundly impacts outcomes for cancer patients. Dr. Graboyes is a head and neck surgical oncologist and the Director of Survivorship and Cancer Outcomes Research at Hollings Cancer Center at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Michael Schmidt about the role of the human microbiome in keeping us healthy. Dr. Schmidt is a Professor in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Michelle Ziegler about the challenges of finding routine dental care for patients with special health care needs. Dr. Ziegler is the Director of the Pamela Kaminsky Clinic for Adolescents and Adults with Special Health Care Needs at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Patrick Flume about efforts to better understand and address the needs of patients with rare diseases in South Carolina. Dr. Flume is a Professor of Medicine and Pediatrics and he’s Director of the Cystic Fibrosis Center at MUSC. Dr. Flume is also the Chair of the SC Rare Disease Advisory Council.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Rosmary Ros-Demarize about behavioral strategies that parents and teachers can use to help children who have ADHD. Dr. Ros-Demarize is a clinical psychologist and an Assistant Professor in the Division of Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Skip Schumann about the specifics of keeping up with preventive health care for men during the young adult, middle adult and older adult years. Dr. Schumann is an Assistant Professor of Medicine and a general internist at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Ruth Campbell about what we can do to keep our kidneys healthy. Dr. Campbell is a Professor of Internal Medicine and Nephrology and she’s a kidney disease specialist at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Hamilton Baker about the Clemson/MUSC AI Hub, focused on expanding and refining the use of artificial intelligence in biomedical research. Dr. Baker is a pediatric cardiologist at MUSC Health and he is the co-founder and lead for the Clemson/MUSC AI Hub.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Nichole Tanner about lung cancer screening for people at increased risk for this disease. Dr. Tanner is a Professor in the College of Medicine and she is Co-Director of the Lung Cancer Screening Program at Hollings Cancer Center at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Arasi Maran about the diagnosis and treatment of coronary artery disease. Dr. Maran is an Associate Professor of Medicine and she’s an interventional cardiologist at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Rosmary Ros-Demarize about behavioral parenting interventions for young children with autism. Dr. Ros-Demarize is a clinical psychologist and an Assistant Professor in Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. John Freedy about addressing mental health concerns during primary care visits. Dr. Freedy is a Professor of Family Medicine and he’s a family medicine physician at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. John Cox about managing asthma and new treatment options for severe asthma. Dr. Cox is a Clinical Professor of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine and he’s a pulmonologist specializing in asthma at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Jameela Goudarzi about choosing healthy, wholesome foods to reduce risk of chronic disease. Jameela is a Doctor of Nursing Practice and a family nurse practitioner at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Lucinda Halstead about vocal health in the older years. Dr. Halstead is an ear, nose and throat physician specializing in voice and swallowing disorders. She is also the Medical Director of the Evelyn Trammell Institute for Voice and Swallowing at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Marvella Ford about including diverse populations in the In Our DNA SC research project. Dr. Ford is a Professor in the Department of Public Health Sciences and Associate Director of Population Sciences at Hollings Cancer Center at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Wendy Balliet about mindfulness, as a tool to help cancer survivors deal with stress or worry. Dr. Balliet is a psychologist who works with patients with chronic health problems, through the Division of Bio-behavioral Medicine at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Christine Cooper about research suggesting that certain healthy lifestyle choices can help reduce risk of dementia. Dr. Cooper is an Assistant Professor in the College of Medicine and she’s a neurologist at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Catherine Bradley about the importance of early intervention for young children with autism. Dr. Bradley is a clinical psychologist and Associate Professor in the Division of Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Christopher Sege about finding healthy ways to deal with stress. Dr. Sege is a psychologist and Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Andrea Rinn about the connection between getting a good night’s sleep and your immune system. Dr. Rinn is a physician in the Department of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Deidre Williams about evaluating animal assisted therapy to help some children manage anxiety during dental visits and procedures. Dr. Williams is an Associate Professor in the department of pediatric dentistry at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Elizabeth Greer about the importance of wearing a helmet to reduce risk of severe injury to children from bicycles, scooters, skateboards and other wheeled recreational activities. Dr. Greer is a pediatric emergency medicine fellow at MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Marc-Andre Cornier about thyroid disease. Dr. Cornier is a Professor of Medicine and Director of the Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes and metabolic Diseases at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Vanessa Hinson about new scientific discoveries related to Parkinson’s disease. Dr. Hinson is a Professor of Neurology and Director of the Movement Disorders Program at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Ian Kane about tips to prevent accidental poisoning in young children. Dr. Kane is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics and a pediatric emergency physician at MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Thomas Di Salvo about lifestyle changes to reduce risk of congestive heart failure. Dr. Di Salvo is a Professor of Cardiology and he’s the Director of the Heart and Vascular Center at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Claire Smith about postpartum depression and the importance of seeking treatment for this condition. Dr. Smith is an Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences and she’s a perinatal psychiatrist in the Women’s Reproductive Behavioral Health Clinic at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Christina Abrams about early diagnosis and treatment of sickle cell disease. Dr. Abrams is an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics and she’s Director of the Pediatric Sickle Cell Center at MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Elizabeth Mack about protecting infants and children from influenza and complications. Dr. Mack is the Division Chief for Pediatric Critical Care Medicine at MUSC, and she’s a spokesperson for the American Academy of Pediatrics.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Jennifer Harper about the benefits of exercise to help manage side effects from breast cancer treatment. Dr. Harper is a Professor of Radiation Oncology at Hollings Cancer Center and she developed the Survivors Fit Club for breast cancer survivors at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Rebecca Wineland about getting the flu vaccine and Covid-19 vaccine during pregnancy. Dr. Wineland is an Assistant Professor of Maternal-Fetal Medicine and an obstetrician who specializes in treating high-risk pregnancies at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Elisha Brownfield about the importance of keeping up with preventive health care for women. Dr. Brownfield is a Professor of Internal Medicine and she’s a general internist at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Elizabeth Mack about complications from respiratory viruses in infants and young children. Dr. Mack is the Division Chief for Pediatric Critical Care Medicine at MUSC Children’s Health, and she’s a spokesperson for the American Academy of Pediatrics.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Savannah Zimmerman about support & support groups for patients with head & neck cancer. Savannah is a head and neck cancer nurse navigator at MUSC Hollings Cancer Center.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. John Costello about research related to racial disparities in congenital heart disease. Dr. Costello is a Professor of Pediatrics and a pediatric cardiologist, specializing in cardiac intensive care at MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Karoline Rocha about cataracts. Dr. Rocha is an Associate Professor of Ophthalmology and an Ophthalmologist specializing in cataracts, cornea and refractory surgery at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Marvella Ford about efforts to address disparities in lung cancer screening in S.C. Dr. Ford is a Professor in the Department of Public Health Sciences and she’s Associate Director of Population Sciences and Cancer Disparities at Hollings Cancer Center at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Parneet Grewal about healthy diet and lifestyle modifications to lower stroke risk. Dr. Grewal is an Assistant Professor and neurologist in the Comprehensive Stroke Center at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Rebecca Leddy about breast cancer screening and early detection, in women with average risk and increased risk. Dr. Leddy is a Professor of radiology and Director of Breast Imaging at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Victoria Wilson about the benefits of exercise to help with symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. Dr. Wilson is a physical therapist specializing in neurological physical therapy at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Meredith Duffy about preventing noise induced hearing loss in children and adults. Dr. Duffy is an audiologist and she’s the Clinical Director of Hearing Rehabilitation at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Andrea Rinn about the connection between heart health and sleep. Dr. Rinn is a physician in the Department of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Neena Champaigne about one additional disease, recently added to the newborn screening test, for all infants born in S.C. Dr. Champaigne is an Associate Professor in the College of Medicine and Division Chief of Pediatric Genetics at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Alec DeCastro about exercises to help maintain bone strength and density in the older adult years. Dr. DeCastro is an Associate Professor and Chief of Primary Care Sports Medicine in the Department of Family Medicine at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Connie Guille about managing anxiety disorders during pregnancy. Dr. Guille is a Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences and OBGYN, and the Director of the Women’s Reproductive Behavioral Health Division at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Morgan Lange about increasing hepatitis C infections in young adults and effective treatments for this condition. Dr. Lange is a clinical pharmacist at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Christine Cooper about how good quality sleep (and also sleep deficiency) can impact brain health. Dr. Cooper is an Assistant Professor in the College of Medicine and she’s a neurologist specializing in movement disorders at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Aundrea Loftley about the diagnosis of prediabetes and lifestyle changes to help prevent diabetes. Dr. Loftley is an Assistant Professor of Medicine and an endocrinologist at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Anne Kroman about lifestyle changes and choices to help manage atrial fibrillation. Dr. Kroman is an Assistant Professor in the College of Medicine and she’s a cardiac electrophysiologist at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Andrea Abbott about skin cancer screening and finding cancer in its earlier stages when it’s easier to treat. Dr. Abbott is a surgical oncologist and Medical Director of the Melanoma and Advanced Skin Cancer Program at Hollings Cancer Center at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Christine San Giovanni about helping children learn healthy ways to deal with stress. Dr. San Giovanni is an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics and a pediatrician at MUSC Children’s Health.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Joni Nelson about the importance of taking good care of your mouth, teeth and gums during pregnancy. Dr. Nelson is an Associate Professor in the College of Dental Medicine and she’s Deputy Director of the Division of Population Oral Health at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Nichole Tanner about lung cancer screening for people at increased risk for this disease. Dr. Tanner is a Professor in the College of Medicine and she is Co-Director of the Lung Cancer Screening Program at Hollings Cancer Center at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Sean Haley about lowering high cholesterol with lifestyle changes and/or medication. Dr. Haley is Medical Director for Population Health and he’s a family medicine physician at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Christopher Sege about finding healthy ways to deal with stress. Dr. Sege is a psychologist and Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Arasi Maran about the diagnosis and treatment of coronary artery disease. Dr. Maran is an Associate Professor of Medicine and she’s an interventional cardiologist at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Erika Blank about treating certain chronic conditions with lifestyle changes. Dr. Blank is an Assistant Professor in the College of Medicine and a primary care physician, specializing in lifestyle medicine at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Denise Kepecs about breast cancer survivors and actions and lifestyle choices to help reduce the risk of cancer returning. Denise is a Breast Cancer Nurse Navigator at Hollings Cancer Center at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Aundrea Loftley about what people with diabetes can do to help lower their risk of diabetic eye disease. Dr. Loftley is an Associate Professor of Medicine and she’s an Endocrinologist at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Maria Riva about the importance of healthy sleep for children as they transition back to school. Dr. Riva is a Professor of Pediatric Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine and she’s Director of the Pediatric Sleep Program at MUSC Children’s Health.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Janet Carter about the challenges of discussing weight and health in the health care setting. Janet is a registered dietician and she’s the Program Manager for the Heart Health Program at MUSC Children’s Health.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Marvella Ford about a statewide project to increase HPV vaccination in children in underserved communities of South Carolina. Dr. Ford is a Professor in the Department of Public Health Sciences and she’s the Associate Director of Population Sciences and Cancer Disparities at Hollings Cancer Center at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Evan Graboyes about understanding and addressing the challenges and needs of cancer survivors, and the importance of related research. Dr. Graboyes is a head and neck surgical oncologist and he’s the Director of Survivorship and Cancer Outcomes Research at MUSC Hollings Cancer Center.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Christopher Goodier about strategies and tips to help prevent modifiable birth defects. Dr. Christopher Goodier is an Associate Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology and a maternal fetal medicine specialist at MUSC Women’s Health.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Elisha Brownfield about the symptoms and diagnosis of shingles, as well as preventing this condition with the shingles vaccine. Dr. Brownfield is a Professor of Internal Medicine and a general internist at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Claudia Miller about the role of oncology nurse navigators. Claudia is a thoracic oncology nurse navigator at MUSC Hollings Cancer Center.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Lillian Christon about emotional wellness for youth with obesity. Dr. Christon is an Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at MUSC and she’s a clinical health psychologist who works with youth and adults who have chronic health conditions.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Sarah Book about why words matter, when discussing alcohol use problems. Dr. Book is a Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences and the Medical Director of the Center for Drug and Alcohol Programs at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Louis Gerena about managing symptoms and treatment for knee osteoarthritis. Dr. Gerena is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Orthopaedics and Physical Medicine and he’s a non-surgical orthopaedic and sport medicine physician at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Charlie Strange about specific exercise that can help patients who have chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Dr. Strange is a Professor of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Katie Schmitt about physical therapy and occupational therapy to help with cancer related fatigue. Dr. Schmitt is a physical therapist at MUSC Hollings Cancer Center.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Elisha Brownfield about the various vaccines available now, to help prevent pneumonia and pneumonia complications in adults. Dr. Elisha Brownfield is a Professor of Internal Medicine and a General Internist at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Christopher Sege about treatment for adults with anxiety disorders. Dr. Sege is a Psychologist & Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Mary Noreen Herring about the causes, diagnosis and treatment of foot drop. Dr. Herring is an Associate Professor in the College of Medicine and she’s a physician specializing in neurological rehabilitation at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Wendy Balliet about the benefits of mindfulness to help with stress and promote wellbeing. Dr. Balliet is a Psychologist who works with cancer patients (and others) who have chronic health problems…through the Division of Bio-behavioral Medicine and Hollings Cancer Center at MUSC.
Here’s an unfortunate, but common scenario: You own a business and you or one of your business partners is going through a divorce. Would the spouse be entitled to a portion of the business? Our next guest says that the answer is “quite possibly- and most likely yes!” Mike Switzer interviews Stephanie Vokral, a certified financial planner and a certified divorce financial analyst with The Financial Knot, in Columbia, SC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Raymond Anton about increased alcohol use during the pandemic, and the connection between alcohol consumption and cancer risk. Dr. Anton is a Distinguished University Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Science and the Scientific Director of the Alcohol Research Center at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Stacey Maurer about strategies to help manage cancer related fatigue. Dr. Maurer is an Assistant Professor in the College of Medicine and a Clinical Psychologist at Hollings Cancer Center at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Alec DeCastro about plantar fasciitis, a common foot injury. Dr. DeCastro is an Associate Professor and Chief of Primary Care Sports Medicine in the Department of Family Medicine at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Habib Rizk about the role that certain foods and drinks can play in triggering migraine episodes for people who suffer from migraines. Dr. Rizk is an Associate Professor in Otology and Neurotology and Director of the Vestibular Program at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Ray DuBois about the various types of recommended cancer screening, and the potential impact of early diagnosis and treatment. Dr. DuBois is Director of Hollings Cancer Center at MUSC.
The body length of a full-size violin is about 14 inches, give or take a very small fraction. This is a standard length, and an optimum length, arrived at by trial and error over many years by the great violin makers of history.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Michelle Nichols about a research study involving youth with asthma and digital technology to help manage this condition. Dr. Nichols is an Assistant Professor in the College of Nursing at MUSC, and lead researcher on a study relate to asthma and youth.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Andrew Goodwin about the signs, symptoms and treatment of sepsis. Dr. Goodwin is a Professor of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, and Section Chief for Critical Care at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Tracy Stecker about research exploring the connection between loneliness and substance use. Dr. Stecker is a psychologist and mental health services researcher at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Janet Carter about healthy & active lifestyle routines for children. Janet is the Program Manager and dietician for the Heart Health program at MUSC Children’s Health.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Andrea Rinn about jet lag, and what can be done to minimize symptoms. Dr. Rinn is a physician in the Department of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Christine Holmstedt about transient ischemic attacks (or TIA). Dr. Holmstedt is a Professor of Neurology and Director of Clinical Stroke Services at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Michelle Macias about young children and media exposure. Dr. Macias is a Professor of Pediatrics in the Division of Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics at MUSC Children’s Health.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Graham Warren about a national smoking cessation initiative to help cancer patients quit smoking. Dr. Warren is a Professor of Radiation Oncology and the Vice Chair for Research in Radiation Oncology at Hollings Cancer Center at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Chitra Lal about the diagnosis and treatment of obstructive sleep apnea. Dr. Lal is a Professor of Medicine and a sleep medicine specialist in the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care, Allergy and Sleep Medicine at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Christine San Giovanni about infant colic. Dr. San Giovanni is an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics and she’s a pediatrician at MUSC Children’s Health.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Katie Schmitt about physical therapy for cancer patients and cancer survivors. Dr. Schmitt is a physical therapist at MUSC Hollings Cancer Center.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Meredith Duffy about age related hearing loss and the latest advances in hearing aid technology. Dr. Duffy is an audiologist and she’s the Clinical Director of Hearing Rehabilitation at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Claire MacGeorge about healthy sleep routines to promote a child’s wellbeing and development. Dr. MacGeorge is an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics and a pediatrician at MUSC Children’s Health.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Anne Kroman about the connection between atrial fibrillation and sleep apnea. Dr. Kroman is an Assistant Professor in the College of Medicine and a cardiac electrophysiologist at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Anne Kroman about the connection between atrial fibrillation and sleep apnea. Dr. Kroman is an Assistant Professor in the College of Medicine and a cardiac electrophysiologist at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Alec DeCastro about maintaining balance and flexibility in the older adult years. Dr. DeCastro is an Associate Professor and Chief of Primary Care Sports Medicine in the Department of Family Medicine at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Shannon Phillips about research related to monitoring and managing sickle cell disease symptoms in children. Dr. Phillips is an Associate Professor in the college of Nursing at MUSC, and the lead researcher on a study related to children with sickle cell disease.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Sarah Tucker Price about lifestyle choices and habits to help reduce risk of cancer. Dr. Price is an Assistant Professor of Family Medicine and she leads the in-house primary care program for cancer patients at Hollings Cancer Center at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Christine Cooper about practical strategies and routines to help keep your brain healthy. Dr. Cooper is an Assistant Professor in the College of Medicine and she’s a neurologist specializing in movement disorders at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Ms. Tenelle Jones about tips and strategies to help cope with stress. Ms. Jones is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Licensed Addictions Counselor and she works as a Clinician in the MUSC Resiliency Program.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Vanessa Hinson about new scientific discoveries related to Parkinson’s disease. Dr. Hinson is a Professor of Neurology and Director of the Movement Disorders Program at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Aundrea Loftley about the diagnosis of prediabetes and lifestyle changes to help prevent diabetes. Dr. Loftley is an Assistant Professor of Medicine and an endocrinologist at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Raymond Anton about the connection between drinking alcohol regularly and possible increased cancer risk. Dr. Anton is a Distinguished University Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Science and Scientific Director of the Alcohol Research Center at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Silvia Pereira-Smith about infants born prematurely, and developmental milestones in the first years. Dr. Pereira-Smith is an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics and a developmental-behavioral pediatrician at MUSC Children’s Health.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Andrea Rinn about the connection between getting a good night’s sleep and your immune system. Dr. Rinn is a physician in the Department of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Don Rockey about the diagnosis and treatment of fatty liver disease. Dr. Rockey is a gastroenterologist and hepatologist and Director of the Digestive Disease Research Center at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Christine Cooper about the important role that nutrition and healthy foods can play in the lives of patients living with Parkinson’s disease. Dr. Cooper is an Assistant Professor in the College of Medicine and she’s a neurologist specializing in movement disorders at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Brantlee Broome about research underway related to children and food allergies. Dr. Broome is an Assistant Professor in the College of Nursing at MUSC, and she is the lead researcher on a study focusing on helping caregivers of children newly diagnosed with food allergies.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Puja Elias about lifestyle changes to reduce symptoms of reflux disease. Dr. Elias is an Associate Professor of Medicine and a gastroenterologist specializing in esophageal diseases at MUSC.Transcript (PDF) available upon request. Please include the title or topic of the podcast and the date.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Alec DeCastro about the benefits of adding strength training to your exercise routine. Dr. DeCastro is an Associate Professor and Chief of Primary Care Sports medicine in the Department of Family Medicine at MUSC.Transcript (PDF) available upon request. Please include the title or topic of the podcast and the date.
It was a fad that brought the bass drum, cymbals, and triangle to Europe. The fad was for a kind of Turkish military music known as Janissary music.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Andrea Rinn about the diagnosis and treatment of narcolepsy. Dr. Rinn is a physician in the Department of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Russ Blackwelder about the challenges of managing multiple, daily medications during the older adult years. Dr. Blackwelder is an Associate Professor and Director of Geriatric Education in the Department of Family Medicine at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Craig Lockhart about extra precautions for cancer patients regarding COVID-19. Dr. Lockhart is the Director of the Division of Hematology and Oncology and he’s the Associate Director for Clinical Science at Hollings Cancer Center at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Amy Martin about routines and strategies to promote good dental health for children. Dr. Martin is a Professor and Chair in the Department of Stomatology in the College of Dental Medicine at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Elizabeth Mack about what’s going in SC related to children hospitalized with COVID-19 during the omicron surge. Dr. Mack is the Division Chief for Pediatric Critical Care Medicine at MUSC Children’s Health and she is a spokesperson for the American Academy of Pediatrics.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Don Rockey about alcoholic liver disease. Dr. Rockey is a gastroenterologist and hepatologist and Director of the Digestive Disease Research Center at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Sylvia Szentpetery about new therapies for children with cystic fibrosis. Dr. Szentpetery is an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics and a pediatric pulmonologist at MUSC Children’s Health.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Jameela Goudarzi about incorporating self-care into daily life to promote health & wellbeing. Ms. Goudarzi is a Doctor of Nursing Practice and a Family Nurse Practitioner at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Eva Serber about the benefits of exercise to improve mood and help reduce feelings of depression. Dr. Serber is a Health Psychologist and Professor of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences, in the Division of Division of Bio-behavioral Medicine at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Nichole Tanner about lung cancer screening as a tool to help with earlier diagnosis and treatment of this disease. Dr. Tanner is a Professor in the College of Medicine and she is the Co-Director of the Lung Cancer Screening Program at Hollings Cancer Center at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Charlie Strange about rare diseases. Dr. Strange is a Professor of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at MUSC.
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Benjamin Toll about deciding to quit smoking and then making a plan. Dr. Toll is a Professor of Public Health Sciences and Psychiatry and Director of the Tobacco Treatment Program at MUSC.