UK HealthCast: Recent Episodes
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Dr. Lucas Shelton, medical director of UK HealthCare Primary Care Frankfort, answers questions about statin therapy.
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Dr. Sally Mathias, a neurologist and epileptologist at the Kentucky Neuroscience Institute, joins us to discuss epilepsy in older people. How prevalent are seizures in the elderly population and what most commonly causes them? Dr. Mathias also discusses her unique role helping veterans with epilepsy in the Lexington VA Healthcare system.
Providers from UK HealthCare Advanced Eye Care discuss the services available to individuals with low vision.
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Dr. Austin Stone joins the podcast to discuss his recent experience with the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM) Traveling Fellowship and how that impacts the Kentuckians he treats.
Dr. Edward Cantu, a nationally recognized thoracic surgeon specializing in lung transplantation and pulmonary disease at the UK Gill Heart & Vascular Institute, discusses UK HealthCare's new Lung Service Line, launched as part of our increased efforts to help people living with lung disease.
Dr. Peter Haigh, a non-invasive cardiologist at the UK Gill Heart & Vascular Institute, discusses heart valve disease as well as UK HealthCare's valve program, a newly structured approach to treating patients.
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Erica Marnatti, an APRN and Menopause Society Certified Practitioner in UK HealthCare's Women’s Health Internal Medicine Clinic, joins the show to discuss the recent lifting of "black box" warnings on hormone replacement therapy.
Learn more about Erica Marnatti, APRN, MSCP
Dr. Weisi Yan joins the show to discuss his path to medicine, the latest advancements in radiation oncology and the UK Markey Cancer Center's upcoming Lung Cancer Forum scheduled for Dec. 11.
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The UK Markey Cancer Center's upcoming Lung Cancer Forum scheduled for Dec. 11. Dr. Weisi Yan joined us to chat about it.
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Dr. Michael Hall, a family medicine physician at UK HealthCare — Georgetown, shares valuable knowledge about over-the-counter (OTC) medications that are commonly used during the cold and flu seasons. Dr. Hall talks about ingredients, when to take medications and how to know when you should see your primary-care physician or an urgent-care provider.
Dr. Courtney Couch and Dr. Garrett Oberst from UK Advanced Eye Care help us understand glaucoma — what is it, who is most at risk and what should a person do if they've been diagnosed or may need a diagnosis?
Dr. Neil Toupin, a child neurologist at UK HealthCare, shares valuable information about Duchenne muscular dystrophy for referring providers.
Dr. Neil Toupin, a child neurologist at UK HealthCare, shares insight for patients and community members about Duchenne muscular dystrophy, a rare disease, and how treatment is evolving.
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Dr. Tanesha Johnson, who specializes in adolescent medicine, pediatric palliative care and pediatric psychology at UK HealthCare, discusses chronic pain in children, how it's diagnosed and how patients and families can navigate care options.
Dr. Rachel Jonas is an otolaryngologist at UK HealthCare. She joins us to discuss voice, airway and swallowing conditions treated at UK HealthCare's Ear, Nose & Throat Clinic.
Dr. Tama The and Dr. Blake Davidson discuss the most common injuries seen in the Trauma department and how people can avoid a trip to the Emergency Room.
Aaron Harris, DNP, APRN, is a psychiatric nurse practitioner with UK HealthCare’s Gill Heart & Vascular Institute. Harris discusses his journey to a unique field as part of this special presentation from The Loop and UK HealthCare's corporate communications team.
Dr. Sam Tyagi, a vascular surgeon at the UK Gill Heart & Vascular Institute, discusses the GORE EXCLUDER Thoracoabdominal Branch Endoprosthesis (TAMBE) device.
Dr. Kevin O'Connor, a vascular neurologist who specializes in pediatric stroke, discusses pediatric stroke, how it differs from stroke in adults, and how UK HealthCare is uniquely positioned to care for those patients.
Dr. Stephen Strup discusses prostate cancer prevention and treatment and details how UK HealthCare can help.
Dr. Colleen Cornelius from Kentucky Children's Hospital discusses test anxiety in children and how families can help kids manage stress related to tests.
Dr. Sarah Critchfield discusses the evolving understanding of autism and how UK HealthCare and Kentucky Children's Hospital can help parents.
Dr. Sonu Abraham and Dr. Parijat Sen discuss sarcoidosis and its impact on various organs in the body, including specifics related to cardiac sarcoidosis.
Gloria Maldonado, a certified physician assistant at UK HealthCare, discusses women's health and some of the steps adolescents should take to manage their health care, and when.
Erica Hill, a Diabetes Prevention Program Lifestyle Coach at the UK Barnstable Brown Diabetes Center, discusses warning signs of prediabetes and the center's Diabetes Prevention Program.
To sign up for virtual classes, visit https://ukhealthcare.uky.edu/form/diabetes-prevention-program-info
Dr. Bryce Noblitt, an otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon, discusses his work in Kenya and as a professor for the UK College of Medicine.
Dr. Randaline Barnett, a pediatric neurosurgeon, is the Director of Pediatric Neurosurgery at UK HealthCare. Dr. Barnett is from Breathitt County, Ky., and received her bachelor's and medical degrees from the University of Kentucky.
Dr. Aurela Clark, a radiologist with the Comprehensive Breast Care Center at UK Markey Cancer Center, discusses the impact of new breast cancer screening guidelines from the FDA.
Dr. Avinash Bhakta discusses colorectal cancer screening options, including a new blood sample test recently approved by the FDA.
Dr. Marc Paranzino, director of UK HealthCare's Sports Cardiology Program, explains what sports cardiology is and provides an overview of how his program helps athletes and active individuals stay healthy.
Dr. George Thomas, a UK HealthCare surgeon and assistant professor of Obstetrics & Gynecology, discusses fibroids, the treatment options available and how awareness of fibroids has improved women's health care.
Dr. Ginny Gottschalk, chair of UK's Department of Family and Community Medicine, discusses the recent opening of UK HealthCare - Hamburg and the importance of primary care for families in Kentucky.
Dr. Sarah Kluck, an Obstetrician-Gynecologist with UK HealthCare, specializes in fibroids and other women’s health issues such as endometriosis, abnormal pap smears, abnormal uterine bleeding, sexual health and gender dysphoria. She is passionate about offering a minimally invasive approach to surgery.
Dr. Deidra Beshear, medical director of the Women's Health Clinic at UK HealthCare and a certified menopause practitioner, discusses the new menopause clinic at UK HealthCare.
Child Neurology advancements at UK HealthCare, with specific focus on work at Kentucky Neuroscience Institute to address Spinal Muscular Atrophy and Duchenne's Muscular Distrophy
Provider oriented podcast about peds stroke treatment and the steps we've taken to implement a singular protocol across KY.
The prevalence and treatment for pediatric stroke and how UK HealthCare and Kentucky Neuroscience Institute are uniquely positioned to care for those patients.
Extraordinary People is a podcast series highlighting stories of the patients, doctors and other folks who make UK HealthCare a special place and inspire us as we strive to create a healthier Kentucky.
In 2019, Tiona Stevenson realized she didn’t feel like herself. She spent two long years working through it, along the way suffering multiple seizures. UK HealthCare neurosurgeon Dr. David Dornbos successfully diagnosed and treated Tiona for an arteriovenous malformation, and has since been seizure-free. Dr. Dornbos discusses Tiona's case in this interview.
Dr. Samir Softic and Morgan Garrett share important information about UK HealthCare's Pediatric Fatty Liver Clinic.
Logan Mattingly shares the importance and benefits of athletic trainers and the services they provide.
Extraordinary People is a podcast series highlighting stories of the patients, doctors and other folks who make UK HealthCare a special place and inspire us as we strive to create a healthier Kentucky.
Aspiring firefighter Nick Corman was suffering from kidney disease and needed a transplant — otherwise, he’d never realize his lifelong dream. Despite his twin sister Kristen’s hope to donate, she wasn’t a suitable match, nor were many others who cared for him. Jillian Kyde, whose sons were beloved students in Kristen’s classroom, was moved to get tested after hearing Nick’s story. A couple months later, she gave a kidney to someone she’d barely met.
Dr. Kim Kaiser is here to discuss UK HealthCare's Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine Walk-In Clinic.
Dr. Chadi Diab and Dr. Andrew Shabila discuss everything you need to know about Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) and Prostatic Artery Embolization (PAE).
Learn more about National Advanced Practice Provider (APP) week with Claire Kuriakose and Tamra Langley.
Discussing Functional Family Therapy and how it's incredibly beneficial in addressing mental health needs for children and families in Kentucky.
Extraordinary People is a podcast series highlighting stories of the patients, doctors and other folks who make UK HealthCare a special place and inspire us as we strive to create a healthier Kentucky.
Raymond Cloud loved to be active and part of society, but irreversible scarring in his lungs was making it harder and harder to breath. Feeling like he had nothing to live for when the pandemic started, fate intervened and brought Raymond to Lexington, where he began regularly visiting with a pulmonologist at UK HealthCare. That set him on the path to a double lung transplant. For over a year, he’s breathed easier.
Dr. Alyssa Briggs shares tips on how to help your child support a friend who is experiencing mental health issues.
Emily Bollinger shares tips on how to best help children cope during medical exams and procedures.
Extraordinary People is a podcast series highlighting stories of the patients, doctors and other folks who make UK HealthCare a special place and inspire us as we strive to create a healthier Kentucky.
Debra Faulk is a lifelong performer and comedienne. In January 2021, Debra was diagnosed with breast cancer following her annual mammogram. Through her treatments at the UK Markey Cancer Center and the UK Gill Heart & Vascular Institute, Debra's spirit remained strong. She embraced her journey as a means to help uplift others going through their own battles.
Extraordinary People is a podcast series highlighting stories of the patients, doctors and other folks who make UK HealthCare a special place and inspire us as we strive to create a healthier Kentucky.
In this episode, you'll hear from Dr. Chase Kluemper, a surgeon with the UK HealthCare Hand Center. Dr. Kluemper answers questions about how he and his colleagues helped a 13-year-old Amish boy regain almost complete functionality of his left hand after it was severed in a sawing accident.
Members of the UK HealthCare Pediatric Forensic Medicine team are involved in human trafficking task forces at the local and state level. They also developed UK HealthCare’s protocols to identify human trafficking survivors across the lifespan.
CPTS is part of the National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN). It brings together a unique multi-disciplinary team headquartered at three institutions: Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, Nemours Children’s Health, and University of Kentucky HealthCare. We work closely with family
advocates and frontline healthcare providers around the United States and internationally.
Our mission is to reduce pediatric medical traumatic stress by promoting trauma-informed healthcare. We reach healthcare providers and systems - disseminating evidence-based practices and screening tools and training providers to recognize and address traumatic stress in children. We provide resources for pediatric patients and their families in English and Spanish.
Extraordinary People is a podcast series highlighting stories of the patients, doctors and other folks who make UK HealthCare a special place and inspire us as we strive to create a healthier Kentucky.
In this edition, meet a talented college student and the neurosurgeon who helped set him back on the path to his musical dreams following a series of strokes.
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Sherri Hannan shares tips and advice for families to cook safely and successfully together during the holidays.
Dr. Ben Wilson discusses the dangers of sports specialization within youths and the importance of not focusing on one specific sport year around.
Andrea Francis, registered nurse and licensed diabetes educator, discusses childhood diabetes.
Dr. Angela Houchin, a pediatrician at Kentucky Children's Hospital, joins us to discuss temper tantrums and how to prevent them.
Sherri Hannan, a Registered Nurse and the Safe Kids Fayette County Coordinator, joins us to discuss the risks that newborns can face during sleep and how to reduce them.
Dr. Anthony Limperos, the Associate dean for graduate programs in communication at the University of Kentucky, specializing in the psychology of video games, joins us today to discuss the serious effects that online gaming can have on adolescents.
Hannah Putney, a Pediatric Nurse Practioner, discusses what causes bedwetting in adolescents and what to do to prevent it.
Courtney Emery, a School Intervention Specialist, joins us to discuss the benefits of having a School Intervention Specialist for children with cancer or blood disease.
Dr. Meera Gupta, Surgical Director of the Pediatric Kidney Program, joins us to discuss what to expect when your child needs an organ transplant and how to prepare for it.
Dr. Wendy Jackson joins us to discuss preparing parents and their child for a first trip to the gynecologist.
Dr. Cathy Martin, a Professor of Psychiatry for the Child Psychiatry Division for UK HealthCare, discusses why vaping has become more prevalent in adolescents and the effects it can have on a young person's health.
Amy Burnett, a Nurse Practitioner in Adolescent Medicine, joins us to discuss the psychological effects that gun violence has on people and what resources they can use within their community to find help.
Dr. Merve Ozen, an Interventional Radiologist at UK Healthcare, joins us to explain what Uterine Fibroids are and what the embolization process entails.
UK HealthCare's Dr. LaTawnya Pleasant discusses the best approach to addressing puberty with your child.
Dr. Timothy Ainger, a Clinical Neuropsychologist at the UK College of Medicine and Kentucky Neuroscience Institute, joins us to discuss the budding field of Neuropsychology and its impact on patients and the healthcare industry.
Dr. Aftab Chishti, the Director of Clinical Services at UK HealthCare's Division of Nephrology, Hypertension & Renal Transplantation and Dr. Campbell Grant, a Pediatric Urologist at UK HealthCare, join us to discuss kidney stones in children and the launching of UK HealthCare's Kidney Stone Clinic.
Dr. Stephanie Stockburger, a Pediatrician with UK HealthCare's Adolescent Medicine Clinic and their Young Parents Program's Teen and Tot Clinic, joins us to discuss the new UK HealthCare Young Parents Program and the resources it provides teen mothers in the community.
Tami Ross discusses what it means to be prediabetic as well as possible prevention methods.
Dr. Dan Grantz- a Pharmacist with UK Healthcare- and Dr. Lindsay Ragsdale- the Interim Chief Medical Officer for Kentucky Children's Hospital- discuss the new UK Healthcare Pediatric Vaccine Clinic.
Dr. Gaurang Vaidya, a cardiologist for UK Healthcare joins us to discuss Cardiac Amyloidosis treatments.
Dr. Majd Makhoul, Director of the Fetal Cardiovascular Program at Kentucky Children's Hospital; and Dr. Joshua Hayman, a pediatric cardiologist at Kentucky Children's Hospital, discuss Kentucky Children's Hospital's partnership with King's Daughters Medical Center to bring nationally ranked pediatric heart care to Ashland, Kentucky.
Dr. Christopher Doty explains the widespread issue of physician suicide, and how to help combat the issue.
Dr. James Liau and Brooke Wilson PA-C explain what a cleft lip palate is, how it's diagnosed, if it has any impact on your child's health, and the treatment options available.
Dr. Sally Mathias shares how common epilepsy is in women of reproductive age group, and treatment options available.
Dr. Caitlin Fiorillo explains what tongue tie is, what causes it, symptoms, and treatment options.
Dr. Aman Chauhan and Dr. Caryn Sorge discuss NETs, the symptoms to look out for, and the treatment options available.
Dr. Caitlin Fiorillo shares her insight on hearing loss in children and the affects on their day to day life.
Dr. Derick Adams discusses the importance of glucose monitoring for those with diabetes and how to make it more manageable.
Dr. Ginny Gottschalk and Dr. Carol Steltenkamp discuss UK Twilight Children's Clinic at Turfland.
Dr. Sharoon Qaiser discusses at-home treatment options for when children get headaches.
Dr. James McCormick and Debra Gleason explain Pulmonary Fibrosis, treatment options, and how UK Health can help.
Doctors Louis Bezold and Bradley Keller discuss the joint pediatric cardiology outreach project between KCH and Cincinnati Children's.
Dr. Carl Backer, Chief of Pediatric Cardiothoracic Surgery with UK Health, discusses the joint pediatric heart care program from Kentucky Children’s Hospital and Cincinnati Children’s.
Dr. Henry Iwinski, an orthopedic surgeon and Chief of Staff for Shriners Medical Center, discusses Kentucky Children’s Hospital and Shriner’s Hospitals for Children partnership to provide care to Kentucky’s kids.
Sravanthi Nandavaram, MD and Maher Baz, MD discuss conditions that would lead to a lung transplant. They share indications for referral to a transplant center, what the process looks like when a patient gets to the center and why UK HealthCare stands apart.
The UK Kidney Transplant program has been a leader in advanced kidney failure since 1964 when we completed our first live-donor kidney transplant. We've been saving lives ever since: more than 2,600 kidney transplants have taken place at UK Transplant Center since our program was founded.
Thomas Waid MD discusses the UK Transplant Center. He explains indications for referral, what the process looks like when a patient gets to the transplant center and why UK stands apart from others in the state as well as the nation.
Dr. Sravanthi Nandavaram and Dr. Maher Baz discuss patient-focused lung transplants and care at UK Health.
Tracy Macaulay, PharmD discusses how pharmacists should affect the patient experience as a part of the cardiac care team.
Dr. Angela Shaw and Dr. John D'Orazio discuss the Inherited Cancer Syndrome Clinic at UK HealthCare.
The liver transplant program at UK Transplant Center offers comprehensive care for transplant patients and treats patients with end-stage liver disease and liver tumors.
Malay Shah MD, FACS shares what conditions lead to transplant, as well as indications for referral to a transplant center. She discusses what the process looks like when a patient gets to UK's transplant center and what makes the liver transplantation program at UK stand apart from others in the state as well as the nation.
The heart transplant program at UK Transplant Center offers comprehensive care for transplant patients. Andrew Kolodziej, MD shares what conditions lead to transplant, as well as indications for referral to a transplant center. He discusses what the process looks like when a patient gets to UK's transplant center and what makes the heart transplantation program at UK stand apart from others in the state as well as the nation.
Pelvic floor disorders affect many women. Urinary incontinence, fecal incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse and overactive bladder can be uncomfortable and embarrassing.
Rudolph Tovar, MD shares how providers can start the discussion with their patients to help ease the conversation and discuss treatment options available for pelvic floor disorders.
Luis Hidalgo Ponce, MD, FACC y Thomas Whayne, MD, PhD nos comparten información sobre Medicina Cardiovascular en UK. Compartirán donde es que los pacientes pueden ser tratados por problemáticas cardiológicas, brindarán ejemplos de problemas coronarios más comunes y los beneficios que obtendrán al recibir tratamiento en UK.
Dr. Jagannadha Avasarala shares information about the causes, symptoms and treatments for multiple sclerosis.
Dr. Landon Jones shares information about UK HealthCare's Pediatric Emergency Department with the state of the art facilities to help your child in an emergency.
Wallace Bellis, a senior social worker at UK HealthCare in the Pediatrics Clinic, discusses the importance of social workers.
Luis Hidalgo Ponce, MD, FACC and Thomas Whayne, MD, PhD, join the episode in a panel discussion to share insight into Cardiovascular Medicine at UK. They discuss where patients can be treated for cardiology issues, some examples of common heart problems/cardiology issues that UK treats and the many benefits for patients who come to UK for treatment.
Neurologist Zain Guduru explains movement disorders, Parkinson's Disease and the latest treatment options available to help ease the symptoms of movement disorders.
Dr. Patrick O'Donnell explains when hip and knee reconstruction might be the right option for patients.
Ear, nose, and throat (ENT) problems are extremely common in children.
Dr Christopher, Azbell, MD discusses many common issues that ENT's see every day. He shares information on recurrent ear infections, childhood snoring, pediatric hearing loss and the importance of choosing a pediatric trained ENT for children with ENT issues.
Pediatrician Janeth Ceballos Osorio, MD discusses Clinica Amiga, a new pediatric clinic specifically designed to service the Hispanic population in Lexington.
Using state-of-the-art technology and leading-edge medical and surgical interventions, the Pancreas Cancer Team provides advanced and timely diagnosis and individualized, ongoing care for patients.
Dr. Michael Cavnar discusses the latest treatments for difficult to treat pancreatic cancer.
Cleft lip and palate is one of the most common birth defects in the United States.
James Y. Liau, MD, FACS discusses what the treatment options are like for a child as they grow, and how it should not keep a child from having a healthy, normal, productive life. He will also discuss plagiocephaly, which is when a baby’s head is extremely flat on the back or one side.
The Child Life Program is a specialized service providing play opportunities for patients of the Kentucky Children's Hospital and their families. Play helps a child continue his or her normal growth and development and eases the stress families experience while the child is in the hospital.
Jennifer Guilliams, Child and Family Life Coordinator for Kentucky Children’s Hospital (KCH) is here to discuss the UK Child and Family Life Program and how it helps patients and families navigate their hospital visit.
Dr. Amanda Saltzman explains the basics of pediatric urology, the most common issues she sees and how UK HealthCare is unique in that the staff includes the only female pediatric urologist in the region and the only specialized pediatric, adolescent and young adult urologic oncology-trained surgeon in Kentucky.
Type 2 diabetes has previously been considered an adult condition. However, it is becoming much more common in children.
Laura, Hieronymus, DNP, MSEd, RN, discusses Type 2 Diabetes in children, symptoms to be aware of and the steps to take if a child or adolescent is told they have Diabetes or prediabetes.
There have been many reports in the news recently surrounding celebrity suicides. However, suicide happens in this country every 12 minutes. It is important to know the warning signs and ways to help someone who may be suicidal. Young people are especially susceptible to negative thoughts.
Dr. Hatim Omar, Chief in the Division of Adolescent Medicine at UK Healthcare, shares the symptoms of depression, suicide warning signs and ways to help someone in need.
If you or a loved one is in crisis, call the toll-free National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (http://www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org) at 1-800-273-TALK (8255), available 24-hours-a-day, 7-days-a-week. The service is available to anyone. All calls are confidential.
You can also text TALK to 741741. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911.
Since the reports of recent news about the First Lady having a Kidney Embolization procedure have come out, you might have wondered why, or what that means for her health.
Dr. Stephen E. Strup, Chairman of Urology at the University of Kentucky Healthcare, is here to share his expertise on why some people might need a Kidney Embolization procedure and what that means in terms of long term health.
From supporting a woman during delivery to providing primary care, nurse midwives can be found throughout the spectrum of women’s healthcare. Midwifery is a beautiful healthcare partnership designed to help women realize their potential to be a force for optimal health and wellness.
JoAnne Burris, APRN, CNM shares fascinating information about the field of midwifery, including debunking many of the myths associated with midwifery.
According to the Glaucoma Research Foundation, Glaucoma is a very misunderstood disease. Often people don't realize the severity or who is affected. Glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness. Joshua Evans, MD discuss the latest advances in treatment for Glaucoma. He is an Ophthalmologist with UK HealthCare.
Thyroid nodules are solid or fluid-filled lumps that can form within your thyroid, a small gland located at the base of your neck, just above your breastbone.
Many thyroid nodules are not serious and may not cause symptoms.
Reese Randle, MD discusses thyroid nodules and treatment options available.
At UK HealthCare we are proud of our great nursing services. Our creative leadership and quality initiatives in care, education and research are dedicated to the well-being of patients and their families.
Joining the show to discuss nurse recruitment at UK Health and to learn more about Nursing at UK HealthCare including our benefits, educational opportunities, patient care areas and our care delivery model is Graig Casada. He is a registered nurse, certified nurse manager and the nurse recruitment manager at UK HealthCare.
Stroke is the fifth-leading cause of death in the US. Getting treatment as soon as a stroke occurs can make a huge difference in survival and recovery.
At UK HealthCare, we offer treatment, prevention, research and rehabilitation for stroke patients. Our experienced experts use leading-edge technology and clot-busting drugs to provide personalized care for each patient. We are available 24 hours a day to treat patients immediately, before strokes cause brain damage.
Here to tell us why it is so important for you to know the signs of a stroke and to get medical care as quickly as possible if you suspect you or a loved one is having a stroke is Justin Fraser, MD, FAANS, FAHA. He is the Director, Cerebrovascular Surgery; Surgical Director, UK Comprehensive Stroke Center.
An arrhythmia is an abnormal or disturbed heartbeat and can cause patients to feel unsettled. Most patients can find relief with newer medicines that solve their problem by keeping their arrhythmia in check. However, some patients may need a minimally invasive procedure.
Here to speak with us today about what the field of electrophysiology is all about is Dr. Aaron Hesselson. He is an electrophysiologist with UK HealthCare.
The American Cancer Society estimates that one in six men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in his lifetime.
Since prostate cancer is the most common cancer in American men after skin cancer and long-term survival is common, after diagnosis and treatment, survivors have continuing needs for follow-up care to manage treatment side effects. They may also need tests to see if the cancer has come back, and treat other health conditions.
Here to speak with us today about prostate cancer survivorship is Dr Shubham Gupta, he is a urologist with UK HealthCare.
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The term "heart failure" can be frightening. Our doctors and staff work together to create a treatment program that best suits each individual patient's needs – from the proper medication, lifestyle modification, ventricular assist support devices or, if necessary a heart transplant.
In this informative segment, Navin Rajagopalan, MD, discusses the Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant program at UK HealthCare and how it offers a comprehensive and multidisciplinary approach to the treatment of heart disease. Our program combines highly trained and renowned physicians and state-of-the-art technology. We bring together a team of experts from all areas of cardiology who focus on the diagnosis and treatment of heart failure.
Learn more about our Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Program
With the region's largest certified athletic training staff, we provide outreach athletic training services to numerous schools. Our certified athletic trainers are specially trained in the prevention, assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of all types of sports-related or physically active injuries and illnesses. Prevention, treatment and rehabilitation programs are developed based on medical, exercise, and sports sciences.
In this segment Robert Ullery, Athletic Trainer, discusses UK HealthCare athletic training contracts and outreach opportunities through out the state of Kentucky.
Does a child in your family play sports? If so, there are things you should know about the risks and dangers of childhood concussions.
Concussions are serious, traumatic brain injuries that get worse each time they happen. It’s important to know the warning signs when you may be dealing with something as serious as brain trauma.
Peter Gray is here to help you learn your ABC's: Assess the situation, Be alert for the signs and symptoms, and Contact a health care provider when there is a head injury.
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According to The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, osteoarthritis is one of the leading causes of disability in the United States. It can develop slowly and the pain can worsen over time. Although there is no cure for osteoarthritis, there are many treatment options available to help people manage pain and stay active.
Ultrasound-guided injections are used to treat pain stemming from conditions like chronic tendinopathy, muscle tears and carpal tunnel. They’re used in a variety of joints – including the hip and knee – and can also be used diagnostically to identify and differentiate a patient’s pain.
In this segment, Dr Kyle M. Smoot shares how debilitating injuries or chronic bone and joint problems may keep you from working and enjoying normal activities. UK Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine physicians seek to improve the quality of life for patients who suffer from these disorders and to restore injured people back to a healthy lifestyle.
Listen in as he discusses the advantages of Ultrasound-guided injections.
Learn more about UK Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine
The kidney transplant program at UK Transplant Center provides kidney transplants for adults and children with end-stage kidney disease, also known as renal failure.
The UK Kidney Transplant program has been a leader in advanced kidney failure since 1964 when we completed our first live-donor kidney transplant. We've been saving lives ever since: more than 2,500 kidney transplants have taken place at UK Transplant Center since our program was founded.
In this segment, listen in as Thomas H. Waid, MD., explains that the UK Kidney Transplant program has been a leader in advanced kidney failure since 1964 when we completed our first live-donor kidney transplant. We've been saving lives ever since: more than 2,500 kidney transplants have taken place at UK Transplant Center since our program was founded.
Learn more about UK Kidney Transplant program
Learn more about live-donor kidney transplant
The cardiothoracic surgery program at UK Healthcare provides expert care for major lung and esophageal disorders and offers advanced minimally invasive techniques including robotic surgery for many of these conditions.
Our patient-centered approach includes a multidisciplinary team of experienced surgeons capable of managing highly complex cases. We use leading-edge technology with the state's longest continuous robotic surgery program.
In this segment, Jonathan Kiev, MD, joins the show to discuss the types of conditions a thoracic surgeon treats and educate listeners on the amazing techniques and advancements available at UK HealthCare.
Learn more about our Cardiothoracic Surgery Program
Becoming a living donor is a voluntary decision by a family member or friend of the
potential recipient.
It may also be the choice of a caring stranger.
About half of the transplants performed in the United States come from living donors.
Living donation has become the gold standard for kidney transplantation in the United States.
A living donor advocate will work with you through each step of the process.
Thomas Waid, MD is here today to answer your questions about the living donor program at UK HealthCare.
Learn more about being a living donor
Nearly every breakthrough in treating and curing disease is the result of a patient who was willing to participate in a clinical trial.
Life-saving treatments and medications that are common today began as an idea that led to a research study.
By participating in a clinical trial, you can help our doctors and scientists take the next steps in discovering new ways to treat and prevent cancer.
Suzanne Arnold, MD is here to answer questions about clinical trials and how as a volunteers you can take an active role in their care and help advance medical knowledge.
Learn how to participate in a clinical trial
Heart disease is the number one cause of death among women in the United States, causing 1 in 3 deaths each year.
A major problem is that women often aren't diagnosed until they've had a major event.
Furthermore, the symptoms they experience aren't the same as the crushing chest pain many men have while having a heart attack.
Learn about the latest treatment options for women from Dr. Gretchen Wells, an expert in women’s heart health.
Learn more about Women's Heart Health