Living Well with Eisenhower Health

New INNOVATIONS in Urology

In this episode, Dr. Jay Bishoff leads a discussion focusing on the new advancements in the field of urology.

Rotator Cuff Tears and the Latest Ways to Treat Them

In this episode, Dr. Karimdad Otarodi, MD, orthopedic surgeon with Eisenhower Desert Orthopedic Center discusses rotator cuff tears, the latest treatments and some prevention tips. Dr. Otarodi specializes in shoulder surgery

Smoking Cessation Support Group

Lung Cancer Screening: What is it and Who Benefits From It?

The CDC says more people in the U.S. die from lung cancer than any other type of cancer for both men and women. Dr. Justin Thomas and Physician's Assistant Regina Schroeder discuss what a lung cancer screening is, who benefits from them, and more.

Addiction Medicine: What is It and How Can People Access These Services?

An addiction to drugs or alcohol is a major challenge to overcome but treatment is available. Dr. Eduardo Javier discusses addiction medicine, the services that Eisenhower's treatment program has to offer, and more.

Bariatric Surgery and Who Can Benefit

If you're struggling with obesity, weight loss surgery may be an option. Dr. Jorge Almodovar discusses the different bariatric surgery options available, who can possibly benefit from these surgeries, and more.

Prostate Cancer - New Robotic Treatments

Prostate cancer is the most common cancer and the second leading cause of cancer death among men in the United States. Prostate cancer usually grows very slowly, and finding and treating it before symptoms occur may not improve men's health or help them live longer. A surgical treatment for prostate cancer, the radical prostatectomy procedure removes the entire prostate gland. Radical prostatectomy can now be done by laparoscopic or robotic techniques. In open prostate surgery, the prostate...

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS): What Is it?

TMS or Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation is a promising outpatient treatment option for individuals suffering from major depression where medications are working.

Cryoablation - What is it and Who Benefits From This Cardiac Procedure

Learn about this new cardiac procedure that freezes instead of burns (ablation) disease tissue that causes AFIB.

Clinical Trials Lead to New Treatments

Hear how clinical trials at Eisenhower Health are leading to new treatments and how your or someone you know can participate in a clinical trial.

What is Heart Failure and Current Treatments

Heart failure is a complex clinical syndrome where the heart cannot pump enough blood to meet the body's requirements. Heart Failure Program Coordinator Sheenah Fernandez discusses heart failure, its symptoms, possible treatment options, and more.

Early Heart Attack Care

Did you know that two simple actions on your part can drastically improve the survival chances for someone having a heart attack? Lydia Vincent, a registered nurse and Eisenhower Heath's Chest Pain Coordinator, discusses these actions as well as other early heart attack care.

Allergy and Immunology Treatments

Dr. Vincent Devlin explain what allergies are, how you can be tested for them and what type of treatments are best. He will also describe some new approaches and treatments.

Wound Care: What Is It and Who Needs It

Dr. Wood will explain what wound care is, the types of conditions that benefit from it and a bit about Eisenhower's Wound Care Clinic.

Eisenhower Family BirthPlace: What is a NICU and When Do You Need One

Myesha Peters, RN, oversees the Eisenhower Family Birth Center’s state-of-the-art NICU. In this episode she describes what a NICU is, its purpose, and what types of situations occur that require an infant to be placed in the NICU.

Why World AIDS Day Still Matters

World AIDS Day, designated on December 1st every year since 1988, is an international day dedicated to raising awareness of the AIDS pandemic caused by the spread of HIV infection and mourning those who have died of the disease. In this podcast we bring three perspectives from the healthcare field - a physician, a nurse and someone living with HIV.

Emergency Care at Eisenhower: Level IV Trauma, Triage and More

Eisenhower's Emergency Department has been recently named as a Level IV Trauma Center. This episode will help the listener understand what that means and will provide suggestion on when to use the Emergency Dept, when to call for an ambulance and other information about emergency care at Eisenhower Health.

“My MRI Shows I Have a Meniscus Tear…”

If your MRI shows a meniscus tear, you're probably wondering what comes next. Dr. Dustin Briggs discusses meniscus tears, what they are, possible treatments and remedies, and more.

Occupational Therapy - What You Need To Know

Occupational therapists help patients recover and maintain daily living and working skills. Ashley Kwasniuk discusses how occupational therapy works, the differences between occupational therapy and physical therapy, and more.

HPV and Anal Cancer

Eisenhower Health provides High Resolution Anoscopies for patients with HPV that are high risk of developing anal cancer. Because of the stigma around this type of cancer, there is often little discussion about it - it's the type of cancer that took Farrah Fawcett's life. It's time to shed light on this topic.

Get to Know your Health Insurance Plan

As open enrollment begins in the fall, this podcast is a refresher for Eisenhower patient and the public about insurance plans.

Cardiology and Electrophysiology

In the United States, heart disease is the leading cause of death for most racial and ethnic groups, contributing to about a fourth of US deaths every year. Every 40 seconds, someone in the US has a heart attack. While a cardiologist is equipped to deal with most cardiovascular disease, sometimes the input of a cardiovascular subspecialist is required. Electrophysiology is one such subspecialty. An electrophysiologist, also known as a cardiac electrophysiologist or cardiac EP, is a cardiol...

Advances in Urology Care

Dr. Klein is a new urologist/surgeon, and being a female is unique in the field.

Pancreatic Cancer Detection and Prevention

Dr. Henry Tsai and Dr. Andrew Lowy discuss Pancreatic Cancer, how to properly detect it, and ways we can try to prevent it.

Update on COVID Vaccine at Eisenhower Health

April Lopez gets us up to date on the COVID Vaccine as well as the vaccination process at Eisenhower Health.

UNPUBLISHED BY REQUEST-Update on COVID Vaccine at Eisenhower Health

April Lopez gets us up to date on the COVID Vaccine as well as the vaccination process at Eisenhower Health.

Eisenhower Family BirthPlace: Giving Birth is a Personal Experience – At Eisenhower it is All ...

Dr. Tannenbaum and Veronica Williams discuss in a 2 panel interview on giving birth being a personal experience.

Eisenhower Family BirthPlace: Giving Birth is a Personal Experience – At Eisenhower it is All About the People

Dr. Tannenbaum and Veronica Williams discuss in a 2 panel interview on giving birth being a personal experience.

GERD

Dr. Yash Mittal explains GERD, how it's different from reflux and heartburn, symptoms and treatment options available.

Breast Cancer Screening

Dr. Paul Sylvan discusses the importance of breast cancer screening.

Lung Cancer Screening

Dr. Davood Vafai and Director of Research Administration with Eisenhower Lucy Curci Cancer Center, Stephanie Farrell, discuss the importance of lung cancer screenings and the different options patients may have when ordering one.

Recognizing Heart Attack Symptoms and Importance of Receiving Emergency Care

Doctors Euthym Kontaxis and Khoi Le talk about Eisenhower Health's chest pain center re-accreditation and the treatment it provides for patients.

Developing the Most Advanced Maternity Program for the Coachella Valley

The Director of Maternity Services with Eisenhower Health, Veronica Williams, BSN, discusses the new Eisenhower Family Birth Place.

AFIB: What is it? What are Treatments

Dr. Andrew Rubin and Dr. Leon Feldman defines Atrial Fibrillation, or AFib, and possible treatments for it.

Social Distancing - The Science and Impact on COVID-19

Dr. Patricia Cummings explains how COVID-19 is transmitted, who is at risk, what it means to be asymptomatic, why wearing masks and employing social distancing techniques has been so important and how Eisenhower Medical Center is preparing to deal with COVID-19 patients while keeping non-COVID-19 patients safe.

Social Distancing - the Science and Impact on COVID-19

Dr. Patricia Cummings explains how COVID-19 is transmitted, who is at risk, what it means to be asymptomatic, why wearing masks and employing social distancing techniques has been so important and how Eisenhower Medical Center is preparing to deal with COVID-19 patients while keeping non-COVID-19 patients safe.

UNPUBLISHED BY REQUEST-Social Distancing - The Science and Impact on COVID-19

Dr. Patricia Cummings explains how COVID-19 is transmitted, who is at risk, what it means to be asymptomatic, why wearing masks and employing social distancing techniques has been so important and how Eisenhower Medical Center is preparing to deal with COVID-19 patients while keeping non-COVID-19 patients safe.

Strengthening Your Balance

Balance issues become more common with age. Florence Tse, Senior Physical Therapist at Eisenhower Health, discusses how to work through these balance issues.

A New Treatment for Severe COPD: The Zephyr Valve

COPD and emphysema sufferers now have a new treatment option. Dr. Justin Thomas, Interventional Pulmonologist, discusses the new Zephyr Valve.

Talking about Incontinence and Pelvic Health

Incontinence and pelvic pain may seem embarrassing to bring up to your doctor, but help is available to address these conditions. Dr. Kimberly Burton, physical therapist, discusses how these issues are not a normal part of aging and how the Pelvic Health Program can improve these conditions.

Why Sleep Matters and How to Get More of It

Over half of Americans have a sleep disorder, which negatively affects overall health. Dr. Talene Churukian, Medical Director of Eisenhower Sleep Center, discusses the importance of getting enough sleep.

Driving Assessments and Rehabilitation for Low Vision

Eisenhower Health offers driving assessments and rehabilitation for low driving, helping keep the roads safe. Kathryn Scheuring, Occupational Therapist, discusses these offerings.

Get to Know Your Health Insurance Plan

Your health insurance is a valuable resource, moreso when you know how to get the most out of your plan. Carl Gilmore, Director of Payor Relations, explains the differences between different health insurance plans.

Be Smart About Your Skin

Skin cancer is very common among men and women. Bryson O'Neil, certified physician assistant, discusses signs and symptoms of skin cancer as well as how to reduce risk.

The Orthopedic Approach to Sports Medicine

Injuries can and will happen for all types of athletes. Dr. Matthew Diltz and Dr. Patrick St. Pierre discuss when to visit a sports medicine specialist whether you're a weekend warrior or very active athlete.

Coping with Hip and Knee Pain

If your knee or hip pain is impacting your lifestyle, you may be a candidate for joint replacement surgery. Dr. James Bell and Dr. John DeSantis discuss "pre-hab" and surgery itself.

Hip and Knee Replacements

Dr. Ghassan Boghosian and Dr. Erik Schnaser discuss how hip and knee replacements work.

Colonoscopy

Colonoscopy is the current means of colon cancer screening. Dr. James Conti and Dr. Scott Gering discuss when you should be screened and how a colonoscopy works.

Getting a Handle on Hand and Wrist Injuries

Hands and wrists are intricate structures, made of many small bones, muscles and ligaments. Because we use these body parts in most daily activities, it's important to seek remedy for injuries. Dr. Stephen O'Connell and Dr. Jacob Bosley, orthopedic surgeons, discuss hand and wrist injuries.

Treating Shoulder and Elbow Injuries

Aging, overuse, wear and tear take a toll on your body, especially in your shoulders and elbows. Sports, carrying luggage and reaching into cabinets can upset your tendons. Dr. Patrick St. Pierre and Dr. David Savin discuss common injuries in the shoulders and elbows, when to seek treatment, diagnosis and treatment.