Live Greater | A University of Maryland Medical System Podcast
139 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago -Welcome to the Live Greater Podcast Series. Information for a healthier you from the University of Maryland Medical System. Discover the latest health tips, treatments, and technology from our experts across the state.
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Living Healthy with COPD
October 11, 2022 05:00 - 9.06 MBThere is good news for people diagnosed with COPD – you can still live a long, healthy life! Join lung specialist Dr. Sunil Swami for a conversation about what to do to breathe better now and how to care for your lungs so you can keep feeling your best well into the future.
Relieving Cervical Radiculopathy: Treatments for a Pinched Nerve
October 06, 2022 05:00 - 9.86 MBDo you have a feeling of “pins and needles” in your hands or fingers with weakness and/or a loss of sensation in your arm, shoulder or hand muscles? You may have Cervical Radiculopathy, better known as a pinched nerve. In this podcast, spine expert Dr. Steven Ludwig, will address the causes, treatments (both surgical and non-surgical) and ways to prevent getting a pinched nerve. Learn more about the expert spine care at the University of Maryland Medical System
Arthroplasty & Arthroscopy: What’s the difference?
September 27, 2022 05:00 - 20.6 MBAs we age, joints tend to wear down or even wear out. Two options your doctor might suggest are arthroscopy or arthroplasty. They sound very similar. What is the difference? In this podcast, Dr. William Cook, chief of orthopaedic surgery at UM Upper Chesapeake Health, addresses that very question as well as considerations each patient should address with their doctor.
The Importance – and Impact – of Integrative Health
September 20, 2022 05:00 - 14.7 MBIt has become common knowledge that to really make an impact on your health, you need to do more than just take a pill. But what does that mean? Integrative health empowers you to use all the tools available, across every dimension of health, to achieve overall wellness and help you live your best life. This may mean taking certain medications, but it also includes exercising, eating a balanced diet, practicing stress reduction, and possibly embracing such health practices as meditation, acup...
Treatments for Pain Caused by Peripheral Diabetic Neuropathy
September 06, 2022 05:00 - 10.8 MBPeripheral diabetic neuropathy, caused by nerve damage in people with diabetes, can cause pain and numbness in the feet and legs, and sometimes the hands and arms. In this podcast, we talk with pain management specialist Dr. Brian Block about how to combat the pain caused by peripheral diabetic neuropathy and what treatments are available.
Finding Equity in Women’s Health Care
August 25, 2022 05:00 - 25.5 MB“Health equity” means giving everyone the opportunity to achieve their best health, regardless of race, age, economic status or geography. At UMMS, we are committed to removing barriers to care for all those we serve, improving length and quality of life, as well as disease, disability and death rates, and improving access to care. Here to help us put health equity into greater perspective is certified nurse midwife and professional educator Lauren Arrington, CNM, whose work in health equity ...
How to Have a Healthy Gut
August 23, 2022 05:00 - 11.5 MBYour “gut” is a key component to good health. But what happens if you begin to have problems with digestion or elimination? How can you get back that delicate balance of healthy bacteria? Do probiotics help? What about going gluten-free? In this podcast, Dr. Sagal Ali, a gastroenterologist and gut-health expert, discusses what gut health really means and how to have a healthy, happy belly and GI tract.
Lung Cancer Treatment
August 18, 2022 05:00 - 16.7 MBLung cancer has very few symptoms in the early stages, so experts recommend certain people get screened regularly starting at age 45. But what happens if your scan shows cancer? In this podcast, Drs. Eric Krause and Heather Lee from UM Capital Region Health discuss lung cancer diagnoses and treatment options.
Everyday Habits for Stress Reduction
August 12, 2022 13:00 - 13.3 MBStress reduction can be a learned behavior—and an everyday habit that helps you lead a more joyful life. By practicing mindfulness-based stress reduction, regularly, you can make time to live more freely in the moment, focus on the present and give yourself the “mindspace”—or the breathing room—to positively affect your feelings, thoughts and behaviors. Join integrative health professional Ginny Jump, CRNP, for inspiration, advice and an uncommonly relaxing discussion about stress.
Non-Operative Treatments of Low Back Pain from Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
August 02, 2022 05:00 - 10.1 MBLumbar Spinal Stenosis usually shows up as pain when walking, standing and sleeping, but feels better when bending over or sitting. This is generally caused by nerve compression in the lower back. While this kind of low back pain can have a very negative impact on your life, there are great treatment options so you can get relief quickly! In this podcast, Dr. Brian Block, a pain management expert at Maryland Pain Specialists and UM St. Joseph Medical Center, talks about treatments for LSS, es...
Fibroids: What You Should Know
July 27, 2022 06:00 - 31.1 MBFibroids are abnormal growths that develop in the uterus. These tumors are usually non-cancerous but can cause severe pain and heavy periods. In this podcast, Dr. O. Lawrence Stitt of UM Capital Region Health will address what these tumors are, why they develop if they put you at risk for developing cancer and much more.
Are You a Good Candidate for Bariatric Surgery?
July 11, 2022 05:00 - 19.4 MBObesity in the United States is a common, serious, and deadly disease. Estimates of the medical cost of adult obesity in the United States range from a staggering $147 billion to nearly $210 billion per year. Still, anyone who has ever dieted knows that losing weight can be hard. And the more you weigh, the harder it can be to shed excess pounds. For some people, diet, exercise, and lifestyle changes aren’t enough; bariatric surgery offers another path to achieving and maintaining a healthy w...
Kidney Stones: Risk, Treatment and Prevention
July 06, 2022 05:00 - 20.8 MBMost people have heard about painful kidney stones, and some liken passing them to giving birth. Is that a good analogy? Learn from Dr. Andrew Riggin, a urologist at UM Shore Regional Health, what kidney stones are, who is most at risk, how to treat them, ways to prevent them and if they are really as painful as having a baby.
The Many Benefits of Good Oral Hygiene
July 01, 2022 05:00 - 18.7 MBIt’s true that good oral hygiene helps fight bad breath, but did you know that there is more to it than just that? Keeping your mouth healthy helps keep your body healthy, too. Hear from a speech-language pathologist from UM Charles Regional Medical Center why oral care is so important and what you need to do to keep your mouth healthy.
All About Shoulder Replacements
July 01, 2022 05:00 - 24.1 MBIf your shoulder hurts from an injury or repetitive movement or from an unknown cause, might you need a shoulder replacement? In this podcast, Dr. Brian Shiu, an orthopedic surgeon from UM St. Joseph Medical Center, discusses reasons why someone might need a shoulder replacement, what it is, things to consider including benefits and complications, and more.
Erectile Dysfunction: Answering the Questions You’re Afraid to Ask
June 29, 2022 05:00 - 23 MBAbout 1 in 10 adult males suffers from erectile dysfunction on a long-term basis. It is also a topic that many men feel embarrassed to talk about. This podcast features Dr. David Levy of UM Charles Regional Medical Group – Urology, who answers the questions many men are afraid to ask but should! Not only do we discuss what it is and how to treat ED, but how to talk to your partner, how to deal with depression that it may cause and how to prevent it.
The Role of Physical Therapy in Joint Replacement
June 28, 2022 05:00 - 11.2 MBThe providers at the University of Maryland Joint Network believe that the better prepared patients are, the better the outcome of the joint replacement or joint surgery will be. Dahlia Joseph, Orthopaedic Nurse Practitioner at UM BWMC, recommends that patients do physical therapy, including pre-habilitation and rehabilitation, whenever possible. Learn what pre-hab and rehab are, who is eligible and how they can affect the outcome of surgery and shorten recovery.
Treatments for Prostate Enlargement
June 24, 2022 05:00 - 18.3 MBAn enlarged or swollen prostate (also known as benign prostatic hyperplasia) doesn’t go away on its own. In this podcast, Dr. Christopher Runz of UM Shore Regional Health talks about ways to recognize the disruptive symptoms of an enlarged prostate and what you can do to find relief.
How Weekend Warriors Can Stay Well
June 17, 2022 05:00 - 10.1 MBWe all know weekend warriors. You may even be one. Sedentary during the week and very physical on the weekends. Pick-up basketball games, running 5Ks, heavy yard work, office softball tournaments; the list goes on. These people may be more likely to get an injury. In this podcast, find out why, what to do if you get injured, some ways to prevent injury and much more.
Verbal Medicine: How What You Say Affects How You Feel
June 10, 2022 05:00 - 10.3 MBDo you find yourself saying you are stressed or anxious a lot? Using those words might be making it worse. “Verbal Medicine” is a simple technique that explores how language affects the body and transforms negative words into words that better serve the body and mind. Join Colleen Curran, LAc, DAc, for an eye-opening conversation about how the words we use every day can affect our health. She also incorporates self-acupressure and meditation for a holistic experience.
Open Heart Surgery: What You Need to Know
June 10, 2022 05:00 - 22.1 MBJust hearing the words “open heart surgery” may scare many people. But is it as frightening as it sounds? Dr. Jamie Brown, medical director of UM Capital Region Health’s Heart and Vascular Institute, shares surprising facts about the procedure, as well as what every patient needs to know if they will or might need this life-saving surgery.
COPD and Lung Nodules
June 06, 2022 06:00 - 27.1 MBChronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a group of respiratory diseases that affects about 16 million Americans, according to the CDC. COPD causes airflow blockage and breathing-related problems. Lung nodules are abnormal growths on one or both lungs and are very common. How do lung nodules affect patients with COPD and what are the treatments options? In this podcast, Drs. Uday Nanavaty and Faria Nasim, pulmonary disease specialists from UM Capital Region Health, address these concer...
How to Prevent Acute Pain from Becoming Chronic
May 26, 2022 06:00 - 12.2 MBPain is a commonplace experience in our daily lives, from a paper cut to sore feet. These bumps and bruises heal on their own, but what should we do about more persistent conditions such as back pain that don’t just go away with rest? In this podcast, physical therapist Lizzie Cavanaugh Bellinger addresses how pain can become chronic and how early treatment can keep pain from getting out of hand.
Expert Tips for Better Sleep
May 26, 2022 05:00 - 16.4 MBDo you have trouble falling asleep or wake up feeling just as tired as when you went to bed? You are not alone! But don’t fear, Dr. Emerson Wickwire, a sleep specialist at UMMC Midtown Campus, is here with tips on how to get better sleep, and when to know if you should see a specialist to get some rest.
What to Expect If You Need Spine Surgery
May 17, 2022 05:00 - 12.4 MBIf you and your doctor agree that you need spine surgery, do you know what happens next? In this podcast, Dr. Kenneth Crandall, neurosurgeon at the University of Maryland Medical Center and the Spine Institute at UM St. Joseph Medical Center and member of the UM Spine Network, shares his expertise on what you can do to prepare for surgery, what happens during surgery, what kinds of results to expect and tips for a faster recovery.
Dysphagia: What to Do When It’s Hard to Swallow
May 02, 2022 05:00 - 40.7 MBDysphagia can affect anyone because people can have a variety of minor problems ranging from trouble with chewing related to dental problems to undiagnosed self-management of symptoms. Natural aging causes loss of muscle mass (including tongue and throat muscles) which can cause trouble with chewing and swallowing. In fact, people who age naturally without dementia, stroke or other diseases that affect swallowing often find themselves saying, "I just need to eat slow and chew for a long time....
Tips For Managing A High-Risk Pregnancy
May 02, 2022 05:00 - 16.4 MBPregnancy can be a very exciting time in a woman’s life, even if she has a high-risk pregnancy. In this podcast, Dr. Kerry Lewis talks about high-risk pregnancies, including risk factors, how to manage one, what kind of care to expect and much more.
Guided Meditation and Self-Acupressure for Anxiety and Stress Relief
April 11, 2022 05:00 - 12.3 MBReduce stress, anxiety and depression with this 10-minute podcast! Join us for a guided self-acupressure session with a focus on deep breathing and meditation led by experienced acupuncturist Colleen Curran from Upper Chesapeake Health’s Kaufman Cancer Center.
Spinal Conditions and Children
April 08, 2022 06:00 - 20.5 MBSpine conditions can impact children as well as adults. In this informative podcast, Dr. Daniel Gelb, an award-winning spine surgeon, talks about how children can be affected by spinal conditions, what treatment options are available, if any conditions can be prevented and much more.
Arthritis and Joint Health
April 07, 2022 05:00 - 16.7 MBPain, stiffness, swelling, redness and decreased range of motion are some of the tell-tale signs of arthritis. It is a common condition, especially in older adults and athletes. Learn from joint expert Keona Holliday, PA-C, what arthritis is and what the treatment options are, including at-home joint care.
Getting Ahead After Head or Neck Cancer
April 05, 2022 05:00 - 36.9 MBHaving head or neck cancer can change your life. After your cancer treatments, you may need rehabilitation to meet life head-on! Learn what therapies you might need, how they help and ways you can stay as healthy as possible before and during cancer treatments. Sponsored by the UM Rehab Network.
Is Cardiac Rehab Right for You?
March 25, 2022 05:00 - 32 MBIf you have a heart condition, your cardiologist might recommend cardiac rehabilitation. What is it and how does it help you live healthier? Cardiac Rehabilitation Therapist Gerald Zachar shares the benefits of cardiac rehab, what sessions are like, if insurance covers services, how to find a cardiac rehab center and more.
Breast Cancer - Lumpectomy vs. Mastectomy
March 24, 2022 05:00 - 12.1 MBThere is a lot of talk about breast cancer, but how much do you really know about it? In this podcast, learn from Dr. Katerina Tsiapali, breast specialist at UM Capital Region Health, the stages of breast cancer, when a lumpectomy versus a mastectomy is appropriate, alternatives to surgery and much more.
Cardiac Arrest vs. Heart Attack - What's the Difference?
March 22, 2022 05:00 - 28.1 MBMost people have probably heard of both cardiac arrests and heart attacks. Do you know the difference? In this podcast, Dr. Clarence Findley, a coronary and structural heart disease specialist at UM Capital Region Health, talks about the difference between the two events, ways to prevent them, what to do if someone is having one and much more.
When Is It Time To See A GYN Specialist?
March 18, 2022 05:00 - 9.25 MBIt is vitally important for women to see a gynecologist throughout their lives. But how often should they go? What is a pap smear? And what are some of the best ways to maintain a healthy reproductive system? Hear the answers to these questions and more from UM Capital Region Health's Dr. Briana Walton.
Adult Scoliosis
March 08, 2022 06:00 - 13.9 MBUsually diagnosed during childhood and adolescence, scoliosis can also develop in adults. Most cases are mild, but the degree of the curve in the spine determines how much treatment is needed. Learn from Dr. Daniel Cavanaugh, a spine expert and member of the UM Spine Network, what causes adult scoliosis, what treatments are available, if it can be prevented and more.
When to See a Spine Surgeon
March 08, 2022 06:00 - 20.3 MBMany people suffer from back pain on a daily basis. How do you know when your back pain warrants a conversation with a spine surgeon? Learn from Dr. Charles Sansur, a spine surgeon at the University of Maryland Medical Center and member of the UM Spine Network, what a spine surgeon does, how to find a great one, when you might need to see one and much more.
How Do Lung Cancer Screenings Save Lives
March 04, 2022 06:00 - 14.4 MBLung cancer is the number one cause of cancer deaths in the United States in both men and women. Getting regular lung cancer screenings can help save lives. Learn more about who needs to be screened, what a screening is like, what happens after you’ve been screened and much more from Tiffany Matonak MMS, PA-C, an expert in thoracic surgery and lung cancer at UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center, part of the UM Cancer Network.
What is a Hysterectomy and Do I Need One?
March 03, 2022 08:00 - 14.3 MBA hysterectomy is a gynecological surgical procedure that some women need to have. But what is it exactly and why would someone need it? Learn from UM Capital Region Health's Drs. Briana Walton and Lawrence Stitt what you need to know about hysterectomies, including recovery and possible alternatives.
Is Your Back Pain from a Herniated Disk?
March 03, 2022 06:00 - 11.8 MBCould your back pain be from a herniated disk? The soft disks between your vertebrae cushion and keep your vertebrae in place. But as you age, they can break down and lose their ability to cushion the spine and can cause pain, weakness or numbness. Learn from spine expert Dr. Eugene Koh what a herniated disk is, what causes them, how to prevent them and much more.
Let’s Talk about Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)
March 02, 2022 06:00 - 23.6 MBWhat is peripheral artery disease (PAD)? Learn about this disease, the risk factors, how to prevent it and what the treatment options are from UM Capital Region Health’s Dr. Charles Fox and Dr. Nathanael Dayes.
Bronchitis, Chronic Cough or COVID-19 Symptoms?
March 01, 2022 06:00 - 13.5 MBYou have a nagging cough. Could it be COVID? Learn from Dr. Ed Pickering, an interventional pulmonologist at UM Capital Region Health, what might indicate COVID versus bronchitis or a chronic cough. He will also discuss what bronchitis and chronic coughs are, what treatments are available, and how to manage these diseases.
How Can Cancer Affect Your Heart?
February 25, 2022 06:00 - 7.25 MBHeart disease and cancer are leading causes of death in the United States. How are they linked and what steps can you take to prevent them? Learn from cardio-oncologist, Dr. Dipan Desai of UM Upper Chesapeake Health, more about how these diseases can affect you.
Breast Cyst vs. Breast Tumor: What is the Difference?
February 22, 2022 06:00 - 9.39 MBBreast health expert Dr. Katerina Tsiapali discusses the difference between a breast cyst and a breast tumor, how they are similar, treatment options and much more.
Tips for Managing Your Asthma in Cold Weather
February 21, 2022 06:00 - 10.4 MBDoes cold weather trigger your asthma? Some weather conditions can cause flare-ups, but there are precautions you can take. Learn from UM Capital Region Health's Dr. Sunil Swami what you can do to protect your lungs, how to exercise in the winter season, and how to manage this lifelong condition.
Attention Women: Do You Know if You Need Medical Care Right Away?
February 18, 2022 06:00 - 22.6 MBThere are times when waiting for care could be detrimental to your health – especially for women. Learn from Nurse Practitioner Sherry Pearson what symptoms require urgent or emergency care, including what to do and where to go after surviving a physical or sexual assault or abuse.
Osteoporosis 101: What You Need to Know About Bone Health
February 18, 2022 06:00 - 14.3 MBOsteoporosis is a disease where the bones become brittle and weak, which makes them easier to break. Did you know there are ways to prevent weakening and increase bone strength? Dr. Natalie Chilaka, an osteoporosis expert who heads up the UM BWMC Osteoporosis Clinic, talks about who is most at risk for this disease, ways to prevent it and how you can improve your bone health.
What Is Congestive Heart Failure?
February 15, 2022 07:00 - 9.25 MBCongestive Heart Failure, also known as CHF, is a serious condition, but one you can learn to live with - with proper education and treatment. Hear from UM Capital Region Health's Clarence Findley, MD, as he explains what CHF is, how it is different from a heart attack or cardiac arrest, how long someone can live with it and much more.
How to Keep Your Breasts Healthy
February 15, 2022 06:00 - 13.8 MBLearn from breast health expert Dr. Katerina Tsiapali about what you can do to keep your breasts healthy, including what kinds of deodorant you should use and what kinds of foods you should eat or avoid to prevent breast cancer, whether you should you wear a bra at night and much more!
Diabetes and Adolescents
February 04, 2022 06:00 - 11.7 MBDiabetes is not just an adult problem. Children can get it, too – both Type 1 and Type 2. How does it affect their growth and development? What are the ways to best manage this disease? Diabetes expert Meaghan Moxley, MD, from UM Upper Chesapeake Health, talks about these and many other issues to help kids be as healthy as possible if they have diabetes.