SBH Bronx Health Talk: Recent Episodes
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The Bronx has one of the highest rates of maternal morbidity and mortality in New York City. Compared to their White counter parts, Black and Hispanic women receive prenatal care later in their pregnancies. Delayed prenatal care is associated with increased rates of preterm delivery, low birth weight, and congenital malformations. SBH OB/GYN attending, Dr. Paris Thomas discusses the importance of prenatal care and how one can best prepare for pregnancy. Host: Faith Daniel
More people than ever are biking. It's a great way to get into shape -- and enjoy the sights as you pedal by. Ken Podziba, president and chief executive office of Bike New York, offers his thoughts on the benefits of biking.
Host: Steve Clark
The Bronx has some of the highest rates of obesity related conditions including heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes and certain cancers. Bronx resident and Community Organizer, Clarisa Alayeto, and Dr. Guido Macchiavello, SBH’s Director of Ambulatory Care Internal Medicine, discuss the importance of weight management as a means of improving wellness.
Video: https://youtu.be/UraD1r8JbkE
Host: Faith Daniel
Acknowledging how far we've come in the fight against Covid-19, Dr. Ed Telzak, chair of the Department of Medicine at SBH and an infectious disease specialist, takes a measured look at that state of the pandemic today and where it may be headed.
Host: Steve Clark
If you haven’t exercised in a while, you can always find an excuse. Exercise has taken on even greater importance during the pandemic as studies show that people are snacking more and gaining weight and stress levels have also increased. Albert Jovel and Daniel Bonilla from the Healthplex Fitness Center discuss how to get back into the gym.
Video: https://youtu.be/VDmgvrvqTEw
Host: Steve Clark
Dr. Jacqueline Witter, Vice President of Nursing and Dr. Sarah Jamison, Emergency Medicine Physician, discuss the importance of mentorship within the Black community and highlight the precedence of diversity, inclusion and equity as core aspects of a career in education and the workplace.
Video: https://youtu.be/QjQAcmIwuQ0
Host: Faith Daniel
If so, you could be suffering from a medical condition known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD). SBH psychiatrist Dr. Katarzyna Liwski discusses what you need to know about SAD and how you can get help for it.
Video: https://youtu.be/eS960Xu40lc
Host: Steve Clark
For the 100th episode of SBH Bronx Health Talk, Dr. Perlstein, President and CEO of SBH Health System, and Bronx Congressman Torres discuss where the Bronx is today and where it is going.
Video: https://youtu.be/8fYfmOCtowE
Host: Dr. David Perlstein, President and CEO of SBH Health System
Ophthalmologist Dr. Michelle Packles educates patients on cataracts, one of the most common vision problems faced by older people (and some younger ones as well).
Video: https://youtu.be/EaHR4xNMGWs
Host: Steve Clark
Obesity is a growing problem in the Bronx and throughout the country, particularly among younger people. This is a problem that the pandemic has only made worse. Losing weight is more than following a fad diet says Dr. Guido Macchiavello, director of ambulatory medicine at SBH. He discusses the problem of obesity here on this episode of SBH Bronx Health Talk.
Transcript: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/7bx7pb/obesitytranscript.pdf
Video: https://youtu.be/t9Ao1JvTcbY
Host: Steve Clark
Autoimmune diseases -- from rheumatoid arthritis to fibromyalgia, osteoporosis to lupus -- can have you going from doctor to doctor seeking answers for your symptoms. A rheumatologist may be the physician to seek out. Dr. Liliya Gandrabur, a rheumatologist at SBH, discusses these disorders.
Video: https://youtu.be/6keRRsXAf4c
Host: Steve Clark
Thanks to the new SBH Teaching Kitchen and the magic provided by its director, Emily Schlag, a chef and registered dietitian, people in the community are learning to cook their favorite meals in a healthy, affordable and delicious manner.
Transcript: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/628mxu/emilypodcasttranscript.pdf
Video: https://youtu.be/nBILfKcg-QU
Host: Steve Clark
Dr. Edward Telzak, an infectious disease specialist and chair of the Department of Medicine at SBH, gives an update on the latest news of Covid-19 -- about boosters, the vaccine for children 5 - 11, and new medications, as well as his perspective on vaccine and mask mandates.
Host: Steve Clark
How do you instill in your children the kind of self-esteem and confidence that will allow them to grow into happy, well-adjusted and successful adults? What are some of the pitfalls you need to avoid? Social workers Jenna Cooper and Kevin Green from SBH Behavioral Health Services explain.
Video: https://youtu.be/Z7W5jAcQYR8
Host: Steve Clark
Moray Joselyn, senior director of quality and performance improvement at SBH, discusses population health and how your health may very well depend on where you live.
Host: Steve Clark
Breastfeeding is the holy grail. It has many health benefits for both mother and baby. However, stark breastfeeding disparities do exist with non-Hispanic Black and Hispanic mothers breastfeeding at a lower rate than Asian and White women. Magda Ramos, SBH WIC breastfeeding coordinator debunks some myths about breastfeeding and delves into exciting resources SBH WIC offers to the Bronx community. Video: https://youtu.be/EOqrUQ-vZ3k Host: Faith Daniel
Lesbian, Gay, Bi-sexual, Transgender, and Queer/Questioning (LGBTQ+) youth are at increased risk of poor health outcomes. They experience disproportionate amounts of stigma, harassment and discrimination compared to their counterparts. Dr. Nadia Scott, Director of SBH's adolescent health services, discusses ways that LGBTQ+ youth can explore their sexuality safely.
Video: https://youtu.be/4XifqenDGqs
Resources:
Family Acceptance Project: https://familyproject.sfsu.edu/ Gay and Lesbian Medical Association: http://www.glma.org/ Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network: https://www.glsen.org/ GLBTQ Legal Advocates and Defenders: https://www.glad.org/
Host: Faith Daniel
SBH pediatrician Dr. Ilana Stein discusses the concerns of young patients and their parents as schools in New York City are about to re-open for in-person classes after, in many cases, more than a year and a half of remote learning.
Transcript: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/d4fekk/steinpodcasttranscript.pdf
Host: Steve Clark
Dr. Ruth Cassidy, Senior Vice President for Clinical Support Services and Chief Pharmacy Officer at SBH, discusses medication management and the opening of new outpatient and specialty pharmacies that are now available to patients of the hospital.
Transcript: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/mdzbz5/Ruth-Cassidy-Podcast-Transcript.pdf
Video: https://youtu.be/OvCC5G52hw0
Host: Steve Clark
The new Healthplex Fitness Center is changing the lives of people of all ages. Albert Jovel and Daniel Bonilla, who run the medical fitness center, discuss how exercise plays such a key component.
Video: https://youtu.be/np5tD7fa0aU
Host: Steve Clark
Stress leads to anxiety, a disorder that affects 40 million Americans. Shirley Rodriguez, a licensed clinical social worker and associate administrator director at SBH Behavioral Health, discusses stress and how to cope with it.
Transcript: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/3x2u2n/Coping-with-Stress.pdf
Video: https://youtu.be/bQLqpV_YGc4
Host: Steve Clark
Dr. Ed Telzak, chair of the Department of Medicine at SBH and an infectious disease specialist, discusses the latest and most serious threat to date from the Covid-19: the delta variant.
Video: https://youtu.be/odNtYjmF9pE
Host: Steve Clark
From a mental health perspective, the pandemic continues to claim its share of victims. Jenna Cooper, a licensed clinical social worker and director of the child and adolescent program at SBH Behavioral Health Services, explains.
Transcript: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/fk425n/Jenna-Cooper-Podcast.pdf
Video: https://youtu.be/aF_3Qj5R21U
Host: Steve Clark
Dr. Ronald McLean, director of the Center for Wound Healing and Hyperbaric Medicine at SBH, discusses how inconspicuous wounds can quickly turn life threatening and what can be done to treat them.
Transcript: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/bjnxdt/Wound-healing-transcript.pdf
Host Steve Clark
A fluttering or racing heart may be harmless, or it could be life threatening. Dr. Salim Baghdadi, a cardiac electrophysiologist at SBH Health System, discusses heart rhythm problems (or arrhythmias) in this episode.
Transcript: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/bjc6hb/Heart-Arrhythmia.pdf
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iz-L_5tR9QI
Host: Steven Clark
Senator Gustavo Rivera hosts this special episode on the impact of the pandemic on the Latinx community with area social workers.
Video: https://youtu.be/ndXkD1PSR_Y
Transcript: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/ztg3bf/Senator-Rivera-Podcast.pdf
Guest Host:
Gustavo Rivera New York State Senator Chairman of Committee on Health 33rd Senate District
Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine, or OMM, can relieve the pain from the body changes that come with pregnancy, and help prevent certain conditions found in newborns. Dr. Hugh Ettlinger, chair of the Department of OMM at SBH Health System, explains in this episode.
Video: https://youtu.be/PQr7TaFg7ec
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Host: Steve Clark
SBH WIC (Women, Infants, Children) has partnered with the Perez family's C-Town, a local grocery store located in the heart of Little Italy in the Bronx, to launch a new and exciting shopping excursion program for consumers. Damian Perez, representative from the C-Town; Jose Tuma, SBH WIC Executive Director and Antonio Pina, Nutritionist at SBH WIC, provide tips on how best to shop with your WIC benefits and how to take part in the upcoming shopping excursions.
Host: Faith Daniels To find out more about WIC, visit https://www.sbhny.org/wic
Drs. Manisha Kulshreshtha and Dan Lombardi discuss what was learned in terms of treatments and what they see ahead in the battle against Covid-19.
Video: https://youtu.be/lDrtHU2xvvM
Host: Steve Clark
In fact, the mantra, according to Dr. Bert Petersen, chief breast surgeon at SBH Health System, is early detection... early detection...early detection when it comes to protecting women against dying from breast cancer. This has been made easier in the Bronx with the opening of the Women's Imaging Center, with 3D mammography and biopsy, at the beautiful new SBH Health and Wellness Center.
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Host: Steve Clark
Cancers of the colon and rectum can often be prevented with regular screenings. Dr. Michael Polcino, Director of Colorectal Surgery at SBH Health System, discusses what you need to know about a cancer that hits communities of color particularly hard.
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Host Steve Clark
Mental health experts are increasingly concerned about the reliance many children and teens are placing on digital devices and social media during the pandemic. Kevin Green, a social worker at SBH Health System, talks about the importance of parents setting limits and modeling appropriate digital behavior.
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Host: Steve Clark
Suicide can sometimes affect those who seem "to have it all." What do you need to know to prevent such a catastrophic act before it happens? There are no easy answers, as SBH psychiatrist Dr. Daniel Roman discusses on this episode of SBH Bronx Health Talk.
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Host: Steven Clark
Su Thet, a midwife at SBH Health System, discusses pregnancy during the pandemic, including thoughts on increased risks for pregnant women and whether or not they should get vaccinated against Covid-19.
Host: Steven Clark
What does this mean? Should you get vaccinated against Covid-19? And where do we stand with the surge in the Bronx? Dr. Ed Telzak, chair of medicine at SBH Health System and an infectious disease specialist, answers your questions. Transcript Host: Steven Clark
Dr. Michelle Packles, an ophtalmologist at SBH, says that when she first came to the Bronx she was shocked to see the number of patients who have lost sight from glaucoma. Here, she discusses the disease and the importance of regular screenings.
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Host: Steve Clark
Orthodontia is no longer reserved for affluent kids in the suburbs. Dr. June Harewood discusses both how more and more children and adults in the Bronx are getting their teeth straightened and some of the latest options now available.
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Host: Steve Clark
Diabetic foot ulcers are a common cause of diabetes, which has reached epidemic proportions here in the Bronx. When not managed properly, these wounds can lead to amputations. Dr. Ronald McLean, director of the Center for Wound Healing and Hyperbaric Medicine at SBH discusses the condition and the different options available.
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Host: Steve Clark
Voting is an essential part of any democracy. Through its SBH Vo+er campaign, SBH has embarked on a mission to ensure that both staff and the community know the basics about voting. Maia Ceballos, Health Educator in the External Affairs Department at SBH Health System, discusses the campaign.
Host: Faith Daniel
B.R.A.G., which stands for Bronx Rising Against Gun Violence, has collaborated with SBH in the implementation of a program that is intended to curb violence in our community. David Caba, program director for B.R.A.G. at Good Shepherd Services and Erik Marketan, trauma injury prevention specialist at SBH Health System, discuss its work.
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Host Steve Clark
Yes, it's been a year like none other -- which means doing whatever you can to stay healthy. This begins with getting a flu shot. Dr. Judy Berger, director of the division of infectious diseases at SBH, explains.
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Host: Steve Clark
Parents are struggling to decide between in-person and remote learning this fall. SBH pediatric infectious disease specialist Dr. Carine Hedari weighs in on what parents need to consider in making their decisions at this difficult time.
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Host: Steve Clark
Chef Emily Schlag, director of the new SBH Center of Culinary Medicine and Teaching Kitchen, discusses how the teaching kitchen will show residents of the Bronx, the state's least healthy county, how to prepare their favorite foods in a nutritional, tasty and affordable manner.
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Host: Steve Clark
The force caused by doing something as seemingly simple as typing is a major factor in Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, one of the most common injuries in America. Hand surgeon Dr. Christopher Koontz discusses this and other issues involving hand pain and dysfunction in the episode of SBH Bronx Health Talk.
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Host: Steve Clark
250,000 bees now call the Rooftop Farm of the SBH Health and Wellness Center home. They have already produced 150 pounds of honey. Beekeeper Eric Hanan discusses the lives of the bees and the nutritional benefits of honey.
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Host: Steve Clark
The Healthplex Fitness Center, a part of the SBH Health and Wellness Center, follows "The Exercise is Medicine" initiative, where physical activity is a standard part of medical treatment and a means of preventive medicine. Daniel Bonilla, the center's clinical integration director, discusses this.
Host: Steve Clark
Structural racism, inequities and the many injustices that Black communities, especially in the Bronx experience, can account for disproportionate health outcomes. Dr. Janine Adjo, chair of the Department of Pediatrics at SBH, discusses racism as a public health crisis and the impacts Covid-19 had on communities of color.
Host: Faith Daniel
Covid-19 has changed all of our worlds in the Bronx and beyond. But how has it affected the mental health of our teenagers? Kevin Green, who works with adolescents as a clinician with SBH Behavioral Health, discusses what it's been like for these young people during this difficult time.
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Host: Steve Clark
As a result of Covid-19, many patients began to receive care through telehealth. Now, more and more patients and providers are finding that telehealth offers both a number of benefits.
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Host: Steve Clark
Dr. Mark Rosing, SBH’s Chair of Obstetrics and Gynecology , discusses the unique birthing experience women are having in the mist of a pandemic and discusses the initiatives SBH Health System has put in place to support them at this time.
Host: Faith Daniel
Resources:
- If you are not already enrolled, please download Babyscripts right now! From your cellphone, click here or search the Playstore/Appstore for Babyscripts myJourney.
Once you have downloaded and installed the app, click I HAVE A PASSCODE, enter the group passcode SBHbaby1. Click SUBMIT, enter a personal password and your information, and start browsing the app and enjoying all of the content! 2. Here's info on Zaya. https://www.joinzaya.com/chat-sign-ups 3. Health and Wellness Youtube Channel
Dr. Ed Telzak gives an updated look on the coronavirus now that the country is opening up, there is talk about a new treatment, and a Covid-related disease is now affecting children.
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Host: Steve Clark
Covid-19 has ignited many to seek spiritual guidance for understanding and healing. Chaplain Ruth Diones sheds light on how her role has evolved and how she provides spiritual care during crisis.
Host: Faith Daniel
Dr. Ed Telzak, chair, Department of Medicine at SBH and an infectious disease specialist, explains what needs to happen to get us past the Covid-19 pandemic.
Host: Steve Clark
Dr. Ed Telzak, chair, Department of Medicine at SBH and an infectious disease specialist, discusses the surge and the future of the Covid-19 pandemic in New York City. For more information on services at SBH or to help us in out Covid-19 efforts visit www.sbhny.org.
Host: Steve Clark
Fear and worry play a major role during the Covid-19 pandemic. Concern over contracting the virus, the change in our day-to-day lives, and the unpredictability of what life will be like tomorrow and the day after, has ignited feelings of stress and anxiety for many of us. Dr. Pablo Ibanez, Outpatient Psychiatry Medical Director at SBH's Behavioral Health clinic, discusses the state of mental health at this time and provides some critical self help tips. For more information on services at SBH visit www.sbhny.org.
Host: Faith Daniel
Resources
Online National Resources: 1. https://www.nami.org/getattachment/Press-Media/Press-Releases/2020/COVID-19-and-Mental-Illness-NAMI-Releases-Importan/COVID-19-Updated-Guide-1.pdf?lang=en-US 2. https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/managing-stress-anxiety.html 3. https://www1.nyc.gov/site/doh/covid/covid-19-mental-health.page
To make an appointment with SBH Behavioral Health: 1. http://www.sbhny.org/sbh-behavioral-health/ 2. 718-960-3071
Dr. Ed Telzak, chair of medicine and an infectious disease specialist, discusses the latest information on the Covid-19 virus. For more information on the Covid-19 virus visit www.sbhny.org.
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Host: Steve Clark
Older patients require special care in the hospital -- whether they require emergency treatment or are recovering from an illness or surgery. Dr. Joel Sender, director of geriatric care at SBH, discusses what makes for a "geriatric friendly" hospital. For more information on services at SBH visit www.sbhny.org.
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Host: Steve Clark
Dr. Jitendra Barmecha, Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer at SBH, discusses how technology is resulting in the increasing presence of telemedicine in healthcare. Learn about the benefits to both patients and practitioners. For more information on services at SBH visit www.sbhny.org.
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Host: Steven Clark
Interventional radiology can help patients with any one of a number of different conditions -- migraines, fibroids, prostate issues and even cancer. Dr. Bobby Chiong, chair of SBH's Department of Radiology and an interventional radiology, explains. For more information on services at SBH visit www.sbhny.org.
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Host: Steven Clark
Dr. Eric Appelbaum, Chief Medical Officer at SBH Health System, offers his personal journey in following a plant-based diet. He discusses why it's worked for him and how it can work for his patients. For more information on services at SBH visit www.sbhny.org.
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Host: Steve Clark
More and more people than ever before are interested in looking better and younger, whether it means undergoing cosmetic surgery or taking advantage of such non-invasive procedures as Botox and fillers. Dr. Franziska Huettner, a plastic and reconstructive surgeon at SBH, offers an overview on what's available and what prospective patients need to be wary of. For more information on services at SBH visit www.sbhny.org.
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Host: Steven Clark
While the media has placed a great deal of attention on the dangers of vaping, Dr. Angela Regina, an emergency medicine physician and medical toxicologist at SBH, warns of the dangers of another favorite pastime of the young: hookah smoking. For more information on services at SBH visit www.sbhny.org.
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Host: Steve Clark
Dr. Ed Telzak, chair of the Department of Medicine at SBH and an infectious disease specialist, discusses the novel coronavirus, which has been declared a global health emergency by the World Health Organization. For more information on services at SBH visit www.sbhny.org.
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Host: Steve Clark
Dr. Jeffrey Lazar, vice chair and medical director of the emergency medicine department at SBH, discusses the practical use of social emergency medicine. This is the interplay of social forces and emergency care, and how they interact to affect the health of patients in the Bronx by addressing the Social Determinants of Health. For more information on services at SBH visit www.sbhny.org.
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Host: Steve Clark
Dr. Sonata Cooper, Ambulatory Care OB/GYN Site Director at SBH, discusses what exactly is considered a normal period and delves into such common menstrual disorders as endometriosis, PCOS and fibroids. For more information on services at SBH visit www.sbhny.org.
Host: Faith Daniel
Your sexual health is an important part of your overall wellbeing but asking questions and knowing where to go to get accurate information can be quite difficult. Dr. Nadia Scott, director of adolescent medicine has an open and honest dialogue about sexual health and dispels a few myths. For more information on services at SBH visit www.sbhny.org.
Host: Faith Daniel
If you've been diagnosed with sleep apnea and the CPAP machine isn't for you, or if have jaw pain that isn't going away, it might be time to find a sleep apnea/TMJ dentist like Dr. Brijesh Chandwani. For more information on services at SBH visit www.sbhny.org.
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Host: Steven Clark
Patients with diabetes have a high rate of lower limb amputation. Dr. Emilio Goez, chief of the podiatry service at SBH, discusses the multidisciplinary approach that has been taken to reduce amputations among this population. For more information on services at SBH visit www.sbhny.org.
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Host: Steven Clark
Dr. Pablo Ibanez, Outpatient Psychiatry Medical Director at SBH’s Behavioral Health Clinic, sheds light on depression and anxiety disorders and discusses how best to cope with them. For more information on services at SBH visit www.sbhny.org.
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Books
https://www.amazon.com/Feeling-Good-New-Mood-Therapy/dp/0380731762/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3F5DAULALA16C&keywords=feeling+good+by+david+burns&qid=1576899124&sprefix=feeling+good+%2Caps%2C132&sr=8-1
https://www.amazon.com/Anxiety-Worry-Workbook-Cognitive-Behavioral/dp/160623918X/ref=sr_1_2?crid=21Z3OLON3E5FM&keywords=anxiety+and+worry+workbook+clark+beck&qid=1576899310&sprefix=anxiety+and+worr%2Caps%2C130&sr=8-2
Host: Faith Daniel
Dr. Raza Rehmani, chief of neuroradiology and musculoskeletal imaging at SBH, discusses neuroimaging and its use in the diagnosis and treatment of injuries and illnesses affecting the central and peripheral nervous system, spine, and head and neck. For more information on services at SBH visit www.sbhny.org.
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Host: Steven Clark
Vaping, which continues to harm many young people in the Bronx and around the country, has captured the nation's headlines. Dr. Raghu Loganathan, a pulmonologist and critical care specialist, discusses the vaping crisis that has led to deaths and illness across the country. For more information on services at SBH visit www.sbhny.org.
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Host: Steven Clark
Sticking to a healthy diet can be especially challenging around the holiday season. Elisa Ramos, Nutrition Coordinator and Anne Louie, Registered Dietitian, representatives from SBH’s WIC program provide tips on how to enjoy the holiday festivities in a health conscious way. For more information on SBH WIC services visit www.sbhny.org/wic.
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Host: Faith Daniel
Registered dietitian Rebecca Koch, who works in the Center for Bariatric Surgery at SBH, discusses how she works with weight loss surgery patients both before and after surgery to help them reach their weight loss goals. For more information on services at SBH visit www.sbhny.org.
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Host: Steven Clark
Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment, or OMT, can restore the proper tension and alignment of the bones, muscles, and joints. It promotes improved breathing, circulation and function and can treat such ailments as migraines, pneumonia, ear and sinus disorders, irritable bowel syndrome, lymphedema and joint pain, to name a few. Dr. Nichole Thorsvik knows this from personal experience. For more information on services at SBH visit www.sbhny.org.
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Host: Steven Clark
Nearly 15% of mothers experience postpartum depression. Mothers may feel sadness, anxiety and exhaustion, making it extremely difficult to do everyday tasks, especially when it comes to their new baby. Many myths accompany postpartum depression, causing shame and guilt. Dr. Sonata Cooper, SBH Ambulatory Care Center’s OBGYN Director, sheds light on this important topic. For more information on services at SBH visit www,sbhny.org.
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Host: Faith Daniel
SBH Mother/Baby Department has embarked on an innovative endeavor to improve patient health outcomes entitled Centering Pregnancy program, a group-based prenatal care model. Caroline (Carly) Wilson, CNM and SBH’s Centering Pregnancy coordinator provides an overview about the program. Institutions that have implemented the program see a decrease in the rate of preterm and low weight babies, increased rates of breastfeeding, and improved immunization rates. For more information on services at SBH please visit www.sbhny.org.
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Host: Faith Daniel
Virtually everyone knows someone who has a food allergy. Allergist Dr. Alyson Smith discusses common food allergies – peanuts, shellfish, milk, etc. – and how you can protect your family from the symptoms that can ensue. For more information on services at SBH visit www.sbhny.org.
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Previous Podcast: Episode 1: Spring Allergies.
Host: Steven Clark
Dr. Tsoline Kojaoghlanian, a pediatric infectious disease specialist at SBH, discusses common childhood diseases and what parents need to know about illnesses ranging from the measles to meningitis. For more information on pediatric services at SBH visit www.sbhny.org.
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Host: Steven Clark
Recorded from the Studios at St. Barnabas Hospital
Find out what you need to know about the prevention and treatment of the flu. Dr. Ed Telzak, director of medicine at SBH Health System, and Dr. Judy Berger, director of infectious diseases at SBH, offer important information for the upcoming flu season. For more information about services at SBH visit www.sbhny.org.
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Host: Steven Clark
SBH psychiatrist Dr. Daniel Roman speaks about the ups and downs of bipolar disorder. This is a problem marked by manic and depressive episodes that impact on a huge number of Americans. For more information on services at SBH visit www.sbhny.org.
Resource: NAMINYCMetro.org
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Host: Steven Clark
There are a number of questions that need to be answered when it comes to this period in one’s life – preferably at a time when the individual can communicate his or her wishes. Three experts at SBH – Maureen Eisner, Vice President, Director of Patient Experience and Biothetics; Dr. Steven Reichert, Director of Palliative Care; and Chaplain Ruth Diones discuss these important issues. For more information on services at SBH visit http://www.sbhny.org.
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Host: Steve Clark
All too often, patients are rushed to the ER after drug overdoses or interactions, their lives hanging in the balance. Dr. Howard Greller, director of medical toxicology at SBH, is often forced to make split second decisions that can mean life or death. He discusses his work in treating patients who have suffered opioid overdoses and other drug related conditions. For more information on services at SBH visit http://www.sbhny.org.
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Host: Steven Clark
Pediatric seizures and headaches are not uncommon. Yet, they can be very disturbing to concerned parents Dr. Dina Kornblau, a pediatric neurologist at SBH, discusses what they can mean and the latest in treatment options. For more information on services at SBH visit http://www.sbhny.org.
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Host: Steven Clark
Dr. Steven Reichert, director of palliative care at SBH Health System, calls himself a “comfort doctor.” He discusses what palliative care is…and what it isn’t. For more information about services at SBH visit http://www.sbhny.org.
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Website Resources
www.compassionandsupport.org
www.getpalliativecare.org
Host: Steven Clark
Transitioning back into the school routine can be difficult for both parent and child. Sara Schreiber, Licensed Social Worker and Behavioral Health Clinician at SBH discusses how to make that transition as smooth as possible and tips on how to start the school year strong. For more information on SBH services please call (718) 960-6497 or visit http://www.sbhny.org.
Questions to ask teachers at the beginning of the school year:
https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/9gpp8h/Back-to-School-Workshop-Handout.pdf
https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/h3x4in/SPANISH-Back-to-School-Workshop-Handout-spala.pdf
Website Resources:
https://www.additudemag.com/ http://parenttoparentnys.org/ https://www.understood.org/en Transcript: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/jx8v5y/schreiber-transcription.pdf Host: Faith Daniel
Julie Crocco, director of midwifery at SBH Health System, explains the importance of breastfeeding for both mom and baby, and the four-year journey SBH has been on to become a Baby-Friendly Hospital. For more information on services at SBH visit http://www.sbhny.org .
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Host: Faith Daniel
Dr. Charles Gropper, director of the division of dermatology at SBH Health System, discusses common skin conditions and the detective work that often goes into determining the cause of the problem and finding the available solutions. For more information on services at SBH visit http://www.sbhny.org.
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Host: Steven Clark
Jennifer Rogers, Administrative Director of Addiction medicine at SBH Health System, discusses the Addiction Medicine Outpatient Counseling Program (OPD) and inpatient services at SBH. She walks listeners through the journey involved in achieving sobriety. For more information about addiction medicine services at SBH, please visit http://www.sbhny.org or call (718) 960-6214.
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Host: Faith Daniel
The elderly population is extremely vulnerable and compromise a significant number of patients in the ED. Dr. Ernest Patti, a senior emergency physician with SBH Health System discusses the common issues that bring the elderly into the ED and how to provide them with the best care that fits their unique needs. For more information on services available at SBH visit http://www.sbhny.org.
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Host: Steven Clark
Andrea Plunkett, a nutritionist at SBH Health System, discusses how food, in the form of a plant-based diet, can act as medicine in preventing and even reversing chronic conditions like heart disease, diabetes and cancer. For more information on nutritional services at SBH, please visit http://www.sbhny.org.
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Host Steven Clark
Deciding on the right birth control can be challenging but empowering way to take control of your reproductive health. Dr. Kanani Titchen, Director of Adolescent Health Services at SBH, offers a look at the different methods of birth control and tips on how to choose the right method for you. For more information about services at SBH, visit http://www.sbhny.org.
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Host: Faith Daniel
Dr. Jeffrey Lazar, vice chairman and medical director of emergency medicine at SBH discusses what life is like – as a patient and a physician – at a busy, Level 2 trauma center in the Bronx. For information on services available at SBH health system visit www.sbhny.org.
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Host: Steven Clark
Cervical cancer is preventable. Yet, there are 12,000 American women who get cervical cancer every year, about one third of whom die from the disease. Dr. Ana Tergas, a gynecologic oncologist at SBH Health System, discusses what women can do to prevent it. To make an appointment for a cervical cancer screening call 718-960-3730. For information on services available at SBH health system visit www.SBHNY.org.
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Host: Steven Clark
Medication mistakes are the biggest reason for patient safety error. Most of these errors occur during handoffs, when patients are admitted, transferred and discharged. Dr. Amanda Rampersaud, a clinical transitions care pharmacist at SBH Health System, discusses how technology and process are making a difference. For more information on services available at SBH Health System visit www.sbhny.org.
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Host: Steven Clark
HIV/AIDS has taken the lives of more than 100,000 New Yorkers since 1981. Through the eyes of five infectious disease physicians at SBH Health System, this episode looks at the beginning of the crisis in 1981 and its journey over the past 38 years. For more information on services available at SBH Health System, visit www.sbhny.org.
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Host: Steven Clark
Education is the biggest factor in getting help for a geriatric patient, says Sheri Klass, a geriatric nurse practitioner at SBH Health System. Yes, she says, there are things you can do about reversing memory loss, about reducing the likelihood of falls, about preventing medication errors. For more information on geriatric care or other services available at SBH System visit www.sbhny org.
Contact SBH Comprehensive Care Center: (718) 960-3100
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Host: Steven Clark
We’re in the midst of a maternal mortality crisis. Death rates for new mothers have nearly doubled over the past two decades, putting us in the company of developing countries like Afghanistan and Lesotho. Yael Offer, a midwife at SBH Health System, discusses how this is possible in the richest country in the world. For more information on maternity or other services available at SBH health system, visit www.SBHNY.org.
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Host: Steven Clark
How did you sleep last night? If you’re having problems falling asleep or waking up, you’ll want to hear what Dr. Mediha Ibrahim, director of the Sleep Center for Medicine at SBH, has to say about insomnia and what you can do about it. For more information on sleep disorders or other services available at SBH Health System visit www.sbhny.org.
To contact the sleep center call: (718) 960-3730.
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Host: Steven Clark
Opioid addiction does not play favorites. It can strike anyone. Dr. Jenna Butner, an addiction medicine specialist at SBH Health System, discusses the problem in the Bronx, which has the highest rate of deaths from opioid overdoses in New York City, and what is being done to help these patients. For more information on addiction medicine or other services available at SBH Health System visit www.sbhny.org.
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Host: Steven Clark
Dr. Sarah Jamison, an emergency room physician at SBH, discusses the importance of responding quickly in the case of a stroke. For more information on the treatment and prevention of stroke or other services available at SBH Health System visit us at www.sbhny.org.
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Host: Steven Clark
A diabetes epidemic in the Bronx. Harris Leitstein, a nurse practitioner and certified diabetes educator at SBH Health System, explains the growing problem of diabetes in the Bronx and those lifestyle changes people need to make to stay healthy. For information on diabetes and other services available at SBH Health System you can also visit www.sbhny.org.
To contact SBH Center for Comprehensive Care: (718)-960-5090.
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Host: Steven Clark
SBH’s Executive Director Jose Tuma and Assistant Director Bernardo Gill discuss the benefits for enrolling in the SBH Women Infants and Children (WIC) program. They dispel myths, address political controversy for our immigrant population and provide detailed information about the ease of signing up for these supplemental services regardless of one’s citizenship status. For more information you can contact one of our three locations at 718-960-9510 or 718-960-6257 or 718-220-2020. For other services available at SBH Health System visit http://www.sbhny.org. Host: Faith Daniel Transcript
Tired of covering up those varicose veins? Dr. B. Bobby Chiong, chairman of the radiology department at SBH Health System, says those varicose veins in your legs not only look unattractive, but may be a sign of a more serious problem. For more information on treating varicose veins or other services available at SBH health system visit http://www.sbhny.org.
To contact the Radiology Clinic: (718)960-6162
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Host: Steven Clark
Overweight and nothing works? Obesity is a huge problem in America but it's especially bad in the Bronx where an estimated forty percent of adults are considered obese. Dr. Nissin Nahmias, a bariatric surgeon and director of the Weight Loss Surgery Center at SBH, discusses weight loss surgery and its ability to transform the life of an individual. For more information on the Bariatric Center or other services available at SBH Health System visit www.sbhny.org.
Host: Steven Clark
To contact us:
Bariatric Center: (718) 960-3871, (718) 960-6127
Bronx Park Clinic: (718) 863-8695
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Orthopedic surgeon Dr. Mark Klion discusses the improvements that have occurred in recent years with joint replacement, specifically knee, hip and shoulder replacement for patients of all ages. For more information on joint replacement, contact the clinic at (718) 960-9122 or for other services available at SBH Health System visit www.sbhny.org.
Host: Steven Clark
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Being a teenager can be tough. Dr. Kanani Titchen, an adolescent health specialist, discusses the challenges faced by teenagers as their bodies and relationships are changing, and the Adolescent Health Services they can receive.
Host: Steven Clark
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Young Men's Health
To make an appointment with Adolescent Medicine at SBH Health System: (718) 960-3730.
For more information on adolescent medicine or other services available at SBH Health System visit http://www.sbhny.org.
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Spring allergies? Dr. Alyson Smith, an allergist, speaks about the discomfort of spring allergies, how to relieve their symptoms, and who is likely to be most affected by them. For more information on allergy treatment or other services available at SBH Health System visit http://www.sbhny.org.
Host: Steven Clark
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