Healthy Rounds: Recent Episodes
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Dr. Anthony Alessi is joined by experts to discuss the most important medical
topics each week. Dr. Alessi is a Clinical Professor of Neurology and
Orthopedics at the University of Connecticut where he is director of the
UConn NeuroSport Program. In addition to consulting for multiple collegiate
and professional sports organizations he currently serves as an on-air
contributor for ESPN. Sponsored by Trinity Health of New England, Hartford
HealthCare, MDAdvantage, and Ratchford Eye Center.
Dr. Alessi highlights February as Heart Healthy Month, discussing the history of antibiotics, a University of Michigan study on exercise and cancer treatment, and the importance of physical activity for better health outcomes. He also addresses diversity, equity, and inclusion in medical research. Dr. Joseph DeSimone, a cardiac surgeon at Trinity Health of New England, joins to discuss heart function, valve repair, cardiovascular disease risks, and diagnostic tests like CT scans, calcium scores, and CT angiograms. They explore cardiac valvular disease, its symptoms, treatment options, and the differences between bypass surgery and angioplasty.
Dr. Alessi begins by expressing gratitude to his listeners and discussing topics such as the history of forensic medicine, the impact of Polio, and the development of its vaccine. He welcomes Dr. Charles Cavo, Chief Medical Officer at Pounds Transformation in West Hartford, to discuss health and nutrition, including healthy eating habits, the evolution of diets, weight loss strategies, and the use of medications like Ozempic and Wegovy. They also explore staying committed to New Year’s resolutions, understanding biomarkers like insulin and their role in diet regulation, the impact of processed and ultra-processed foods, and the importance of fat metabolism in maintaining overall health and nutrition.
Dr. Alessi discusses X-rays and their medical applications, reflects on the Feast of the Holy Innocents, and addresses chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). He welcomes Dr. Dina Al Rameni, a cardiac surgeon at Hartford Healthcare, who performed Connecticut's first beating heart transplant. Together, they explore her career journey, the history and intricacies of heart transplantation, the complexity of the procedure, and the significance of organ donation.
Dr. Alessi delves into a range of health topics, stressing the importance of addressing cardiac conditions and the growing concern over rising medication costs in the United States, particularly for treatments like those for multiple sclerosis. He advocates for better management of medication affordability. Additionally, he discusses peripheral neuropathy, focusing on its symptoms, treatment options, and ways to alleviate the condition, as well as sciatica, exploring its causes, prevention methods, and treatment strategies. Dr. Alessi chats with Dr. Katherine Coyner, an associate professor of orthopedic surgery at the University of Connecticut, to discuss the Women’s Center for Motion and Performance and its efforts to address fitness related injuries in women.
Dr. Alessi discusses men's health and the impact of noisy work environments on hearing, emphasizing the importance of diagnosing and treating hearing loss, including the use of hearing aids and proactive measures. He also interviews Father Rick Frechette, a West Hartford native and Catholic priest who has been living and working in Haiti since 1987, highlighting his humanitarian efforts. Additionally, Dr. Alessi speaks with Dr. Gabe D’Amato, a urologist at the Men’s Health Institute at Trinity Health of New England, about men’s health topics such as urinary tract issues, prostate cancer, urinary frequency in both men and women, kidney stones, and prevention tips.
Dr. Alessi discusses cancer blood tests, with a focus on the Galleri test and its procedure. He also addresses the recent controversy surrounding Blue Cross Blue Shield’s policies on anesthesia coverage for patients in Connecticut, New York, and Missouri. Additionally, Dr. Alessi is joined by Dr. Cherish Smith, director of The Memory Care Center at Hartford Healthcare, to talk about memory loss. Their conversation highlights the center’s work, the causes of memory loss, prevention strategies, and insights into Alzheimer’s and dementia.
Dr. Alessi shares highlights from his recent trip to Saudi Arabia, offering insights into their healthcare system. He also welcomes Dr. Mary Gina Ratchford from The Ratchford Eye Center for a discussion on eye health, including common conditions affecting the elderly, as well as floaters and strabismus.
Dr. Alessi discusses a variety of topics, including how elections influence public health, the science behind behavior change, and practical health tips, such as the FDA’s guidance on expired COVID tests. He also examines the recent update allowing Apple AirPods to function as hearing aids and shares some intriguing facts about Ozempic. Additionally, he speaks with Dr. Michael Stevens, Professor of Psychiatry and Director of the Olin Neuropsychiatry Research Center at Hartford Healthcare, about ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder), its history, treatment options, and the social stigma associated with it.
Dr. Alessi discusses Daylight Savings Time and argues for its elimination due to its negative health effects. He also addresses Medicare Open Enrollment, outlining its benefits and providing recommendations for selecting the best plan for your needs.Additionally, he speaks with Dr. Michael E. Joyce, President and CEO of the Lighthouse Surgery Center at St. Francis Hospital. As one of the original sponsors of Healthy Rounds, Dr. Joyce was instrumental in the show’s creation. During their conversation, they reminisce about their shared history and reflect on the center's unique contributions to orthopedic and spine surgery practices.
Dr. Alessi covers several important health and safety topics, including the E. coli outbreak at McDonald's, emphasizing the need for food safety inspections. He also discusses varying helmet laws across states and addresses the implications of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) agreements for student athletes, particularly regarding health products that may not be effective for concussion prevention, raising safety concerns for amateur athletes.Since October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Dr. Alessi also has a conversation with Dr. Kathryn Capasso from St. Francis Hospital, discussing the comprehensive care provided by the breast cancer center, including statistics, treatment options, and vital signs to monitor.
Dr. Alessi reflects on his 15th anniversary of hosting Healthy Rounds on WTIC 1080, sharing insights into the origins of the show and how it came to be. He also speaks with Dr. Kapil Meleveedu, Assistant Professor of Medicine and Director of Blood and Marrow Transplantation at UConn Health Center, about the intricacies of bone marrow transplants and the associated procedures.
Dr Alessi discusses headache with Dr Tanya Bilchik and local medical history with Mr James Littlefield
" Dr Alessi chats with Drs. Cristina Colon-Semenza and Bernardo Rodrigues about gait analysis."
Dr. Alessi discusses psoriasis, skin cancer and other dermatological conditions with Dr. Jennifer Pennoyer.
Dr Alessi chats with Dr Stephanie Alessi-LaRosa about a new program for concussions in athletes
Dr Alessi chats with Dr Jaykumar Thumar regarding colon cancer in people under the age of 50.
Dr Alessi discusses women's health issues with Dr Kristen Zarfos and Dr Lenore Williams
"Dr Alessi discusses advances in the evaluation and treatment of brain injury with Col. Sidney Hinds MD (Ret)"
Dr Alessi discusses women's health issues with Dr Kristen Zarfos and Dr Lenore Williams
Dr Alessi chats with Dr David Banach for a Covid update and Dr Alexander Mbewe about palliative care
Dr Alessi discusses mental health awareness during the holiday season with Dr Theddeus Iheanacho
Can you be liable to your spouse’s creditor, even if you never signed any agreement with the Creditor? A tale of creative use of a little-known statute in Connecticut, and how the spouse had to pay $27,500 to the landlord for rent on a house they occupied when only her spouse signed the lease.
Breaking up is hard to do: an ex-boyfriend files suit against the ex-girlfriend for the value of the upgrades and improvements he had done to her house while the were living together. How the Judge handled it, and what couples in such circumstances can learn from this sorry tale.
“Dr. Alessi discusses innovations in the diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer with Dr. Kristen Zarfos"
" Dr Alessi chats with Dr Matthew Prezioso about the importance of dental hygiene in the realm of public health "
Dr Trang Ly Senior Vice President and Medical Director at Insulet Corporation discusses new devices for managing diabetes
Dr Alessi discusses persistent symptoms after concussion with Dr Stephanie Alessi-LaRosa
" Dr Alessi discusses permanent Daylight Saving Time with Dr Asher Qureshi from Trinity Health of New England"
Dr Alessi chats with Ms Jennifer Pace President of the Connecticut Brain Tumor Alliance regarding support for brain tumor Patients
Dr Alessi chats with Dr James O'Dea of Hartford Health Care regarding vaccine hesitancy
Dr Alessi discusses new innovations in bariatric surgery with Dr Shady Macaron of Trinity Health
Dr Alessi discusses Omicron and new quarantine guidelines with Dr Michael Rajkumar from Hartford HealthCare
Dr Alessi discusses pediatric vaccinations with Mr. Eric Arlia of Hartford HealthCare
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"Dr Alessi discusses updates on the diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer with Dr Niamey Wilson of Hartford HealthCare "
Dr Alessi discuses new treatment for COVID-19 with Dr Jessica Abrantes-Figuerido infectious disease specialist from Trinity Heath.
Dr Alessi discusses COVID-19 and its effects on pregnancy with Dr Anna Natenzon of Trinity Health of New England
"Dr Alessi interviews Eric Arlia of Hartford HeathCare to clear some of the confusion surrounding COVID boosters"
Dr Alessi discusses the role of immunotherapy in the treatment of cancer with Dr Omar Eton of Hartford HealthCare
"Dr Alessi chats with Dr Danyal Ibrahim of Trinity Heath of New England about the COVID-19 Delta variant"
Dr Alessi discusses the benefits of telemedicine during and after the pandemic with Dr Stephanie Alessi-LaRosa Director of Sports Neurology for Hartford Heath Care
"Dr Alessi discusses weigh loss challenges after the COVID-19 pandemic with Dr Charles Cavo of Pounds Transformation."
"Dr Alessi will discuss the impact of COVID on families with Dr Josh Mosdale Associate Medical Director, Trinity Health of New England"
"Dr Alessi discusses the changing role of home care with Ms. Laurie St.John, Vice President of the Hartford Healthcare Community Network."
"Dr Alessi discusses the massive volunteer effort to distribute coronavirus vaccinations in Connecticut with Ms. Allyson Schulz from the Capital Region Medical Reserve Corps. "
Dr. Alessi discusses vaccine development, safety and boosters with Eric Arlia. Sr. Director of System Pharmacy at Hartford HealthCare.
Dr. Alessi discusses COVID-10 variants and the Astra-Zeneca vaccine with Dr. Michael Rajkumar
Dr Alessi discusses questions regarding COVID-19 vaccines and variants with St Francis Hospital Chief of Infectious Diseases Dr. Jessic Abrantes - Figuerido
Dr. Alessi discusses recovery after COVID infection with Dr. Subramani Seetharama of Hartford HealthCare.
Dr. Alessi chats with Dr. Timothy Parsons, Hartford HealthCare Neurohospitalist about the neurologic symptoms associated with COVID-19 infection.
Dr Alessi chats with Dr. Joshua Sharfstein, Vice Dean of Public Health at Johns Hopkins University and former Secretary of Health for the State of Maryland, about public health effects of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Dr Alessi discusses the current state of medical education in the United States with Dr. David Henderson Chair of the Department of Family Medicine and Associate Dean of Multicultural and Community Affairs at UConn
“Dr. Alessi chats with Dr. Syed Hussain, Sr. Vice President of Trinity Health of New England regarding Covid-19 vaccine distribution."
Dr. Alessi discusses traumatic brain injury in the elderly with Dr. Stephanie Alessi-LaRosa, Associate Director of Sports Neurology at Hartford HealthCare
“Dr Alessi discusses the future of eye surgery with Dr Mary Gina Ratchford of the Ratchford Eye Center”
“ Dr. Alessi discusses the future of hospital care in Connecticut with Mr. Thomas Pipicelli, retired CEO of The William W Backus Hospital"
Because the show was cut short on 11/7 the podcasts starts with the beginning of that episode.
“Dr Alessi discusses the future of healthcare delivery in America with Lisa Trumble, CEO of SoHo Health. “
“Dr. Alessi discusses Covid-19 and the challenges for physicians with Dr. Gregory Shangold, President of the Connecticut State Medical Society"
“Dr. Alessi discusses the diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer with Dr. Niamey Wilson, Director of Breast Surgery, Research and Quality for Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute."
Dr. Alessi discusses the upcoming flu season and the Covid-19 pandemic with Dr. Jessica Abrantes-Figueiredo Chief of Infectious Disease, St. Francis Hospital.
“Dr. Alessi discusses convalescent plasma treatment for Covid-19 with Dr. Danyal Ibrahim, Regional Chief Quality Officer for Trinity Health of New England."
“Dr. Alessi interviews Dr. Antonio Fernandez, sports cardiologist at Hartford Hospital about the effects of Covid-19 on the hearts of athletes."
Dr. Alessi discusses a lifesaving whole blood program with Dr. John Pettini of St. Francis Hospital.
Dr. Alessi discusses the Hartford HealthCare Campus Care Program with Mr. Eric Smullen, VP of Operations for the Hartford HealthCare Community Network.
“Dr. Alessi discusses getting back to school in the Covid era with Hartford Health Care pediatrician Dr. Lucia Benzoni"
Dr. Alessi discusses emergency services in the Covid era with Dr. Steven Wolf, Chairman of Emergency Medicine at St. Francis Hospital and Medical Center.
“Dr. Alessi discusses the regional response and future preparations for Covid-19 with Dr. Ajay Kumar Executive VP and Chief Clinical Officer for Hartford HealthCare”
Dr.Alessi discusses testing for Covid-19 with Dr. James Cardon Chief Integration Officer for Hartford Health Care.
Dr. Alessi chats with Dr. David Banach, Infectious Disease specialist and Head of Infection Prevention at UConn Health
Dr. Alessi discusses potential treatments of COVID-19 with Dr. Michael Rajkumar from Hartford HealthCare
Dr. Alessi discusses the importance of cancer screening during the COVID-19 pandemic with Dr. David Grew of St.Francis Hospital.
Dr. Alessi discusses pulmonary complications of Covid-19 with Dr. Raymond Foley and helpful guides to overcoming adversity with Ms. Maegan Moriarty
Dr. Alessi discusses vaccine development with world-renowned Infectious Disease Specialist Dr. Peter Hotez.
Dr. Alessi discusses Pediatric Inflammatory Multisystem Syndrome with Dr. Ashok Kottarathara.
“Dr.Alessi discusses diagnostic testing for Covid-19 with Dr. Syed Hussain, Chief Clinical Officer for Trinity Health of New England.”
Dr. Alessi discusses neurologic complications of Covid-19 with UConn neurointensivist Dr. Gracia Mui
Dr. Alessi discusses the local response to COVID-19 with Dr. Adam Steinberg Vice President of Medical Affairs, Hartford Region, Hartford Healthcare
Dr. Alessi discusses Covid-19 and pregnancy with Dr. Mary Beth Janicki Director, Division of Maternal Fetal Medicine, St. Francis Hospital
Dr. Alessi discusses local clinical trials for Covid-19 treatments with Dr. Latha Dulipsingh.
Dr. Alessi discusses the mental health aspects of Covid-19 with Dr. James O’Dea,Vice President, Operations, Hartford HealthCare Behavioral Health Network
“Dr. Alessi discuses Coronavirus readiness with Ms. Anne Horbatuck VP of Ambulatory Operations at UConn Health"
Dr. Alessi talks with Donna Handley Senior Vice President, Hartford HealthCare East Region President Backus Hospital about what they are doing to combat COVID-19
Dr. Alessi discusses advances in the diagnosis and treatment of heart disease with Dr. Peter Robinson.
Dr. Alessi discusses the CyberKnife as a new treatment for cancer with Dr. Richard Shumway.
Dr. Alessi discusses patient safety with Dr. John Rodis, President of St. Francis Hospital and Medical Center.
Dr. Alessi discusses brain hemorrhage with Dr. Mark Alberts and the New England 61 Day Challenge with Dr. Syed Hussain.
Dr. Alessi discusses sports neurology and youth sports with Dr. Stephanie Alessi-LaRosa.
Dr. Alessi discusses the diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer with Dr. Kristen Zarfos.
Dr. Alessi discusses physician burnout with Patricia Costante, Chairman and CEO of MD Advantage.
Dr. Alessi discusses new advances in the diagnosis of lung cancer with Dr. Omar Ibrahim
Dr. Alessi discusses new research toward a cure for ALS and other motor neuron diseases with Dr. Mark Bromberg.
Dr. Alessi discusses ALS with Lynn Ricci, Brian Savo and Dr. Kevin Felice of the Hospital for Special Care.
Dr. Alessi discusses the health needs of patients with intellectual disabilities with Dr. Jean Herzog of Special Olympics Connecticut.
Dr. Alessi discusses youth sports safety and sports neurology with Dr. Laurie Devaney, PhD and Dr. Chris Giza, MD, PhD.
Dr. Alessi chats with Dr. David Emmel and Mr. Ken Ferrucci about legislative issues affecting the health of Connecticut citizens.
Dr. Alessi discusses factors that lead to prolonged recovery from concussion with Dr. Stephanie Alessi-LaRosa and Dr. Meeryo Choe.
Dr. Alessi discusses safety measures in the sport of professional bull riding and other western sports with Dr. Tandy Freeman and Mr. Jake West.
Dr Alessi chats with Dr Lindsay DiStefano about best heath guidelines for youth sports.
Dr. Alessi discusses new approaches to the diagnosis and treatment of peripheral neuropathy with Dr. Matthew Imperioli