Living Well with Eisenhower Health
68 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 months ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingJoin us for Living Well — health and wellness-focused podcasts from experts at Eisenhower Health. Living Well podcasts can be downloaded for your convenience or you can listen by hitting the play button. Enjoy!
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Episodes
Orthopedics: Foot and Ankle
October 04, 2018 14:00 - 12.2 MBFoot care is important, as your feet carry the weight of your entire body. Discomfort in the feet may be a sign of a more serious condition. Dr. Michael Seiberg, Dr. David Friscia and Dr. Julie Johnson discuss preventative foot care, treatments for common conditions, and recovery after surgery.
What is a Residency Clinic and How Does It Help Your Primary Care Experience?
August 28, 2018 13:00 - 8.72 MBIn 2013, Eisenhower Health established a residency program, training new physicians in Internal Medicine and Family Medicine. The Center for Internal Medicine program is now at full capacity with more than 50 first, second and third year residents in training. Dr. Jonathan Bechard, Medical Director at Eisenhower Center for Internal Medicine, discusses treatment options available at a residency clinic and how the clinic operates.
The Power of Genetic Testing
August 16, 2018 13:00 - 12.4 MBGenetic testing can help advise treatment for those genetically predisposed to certain cancers. Dr. Lisa Madlensky is joined by Director of Community Outreach & Cancer Support Services Alison Sachs to discuss how genetic testing works.
Eisenhower Health's Sexual Health Clinic
August 07, 2018 06:00 - 9.64 MBSexual health can be a touchy subject. It’s important to find answers when you need them, and to see experts to address your concerns. Eisenhower Health’s Sexual Health Clinic services the community with top-notch help for walk-in patients. Jon Colbert, nurse practitioner and overseer of the clinic, discusses the services available and who might benefit from a visit to the clinic.
Treating Orthopedic Pain
July 26, 2018 05:00 - 9.79 MBOrthopedic pain impacts daily activity. With a wide variety of non-invasive and surgical treatment options, there is hope for chronic pain sufferers. Dr. Hazmer Cassim and Dr. Jeff Smith discuss pain management options available at Eisenhower Health Clinics.
Physical Therapy for Orthopedic Conditions
July 17, 2018 05:00 - 8.39 MBPhysical therapy supports and improves orthopedic conditions, at times reducing the need for surgery to remedy those conditions. Paige Larson, Clinic Director of Physical Therapy at Eisenhower Desert Orthopedic Center, discusses what physical therapy can do for you.
Diabetes Support and Education
July 05, 2018 05:00 - 9.52 MBA diabetes diagnosis can be overwhelming. Support and education make living with diabetes less challenging. Marielena Cid, Diabetes Education Services Manager, explains how the Diabetes Program at Eisenhower Health helps patients live with diabetes.
Apoyo y Educación Sobre Diabetes
July 05, 2018 05:00 - 8.83 MBUn diagnóstico de diabetes puede ser abrumador. El apoyo y la educación hacen que vivir con diabetes sea menos desafiante. Marielena Cid, Gerente de Servicios de Educación sobre la Diabetes, explica cómo el Programa de Diabetes en Eisenhower Health ayuda a los pacientes a vivir con diabetes.
Eisenhower Health’s Membership in the UCSD Health Cancer Network
April 23, 2018 13:00 - 11 MBUC San Diego Health and Eisenhower Health signed a five-year affiliation agreement to expand cancer services for residents of Coachella Valley. Starting in January 2018, as a member of the UC San Diego Health Cancer Network, patients of Eisenhower Health will have enhanced access to world-class cancer care, both at Eisenhower Lucy Curci Cancer Center and at UC San Diego Health. Steven Plaxe, MD and Katie Schnaser, FACHE, discuss Eisenhower Health's membership in the UCSD Health Cancer Networ...
Antibiotics Aren’t Always The Answer
April 01, 2018 17:13 - 9.41 MBWith more bacteria resisting antibiotics due to overuse, epidemiologists are at the forefront of the effort to make effective change for the purposes of improved population health. Dr. Patricia Cummings shares the importance of reducing the use of antibiotics and why they might not always be the answer.
Do You Suffer From Rheumatoid Arthritis?
March 12, 2018 13:00 - 14.1 MBRheumatic diseases are difficult to identify in their early stages. Everyday symptoms can actually be related to much more complex conditions. Rheumatologists are experts in this area and are trained to evaluate symptoms to diagnose and treat your condition. They know it is imperative to find the correct diagnosis as rapidly as possible to begin appropriate treatment because many of these disorders respond best to treatment in the early stages of disease. Eisenhower Rheumatology Specialty C...
Learn the Signs and Symptoms of a Stroke
March 05, 2018 14:00 - 10.1 MBIf you suspect yourself or someone else may be having a stroke, call 911 immediately! Every Minute Counts, because for treatment to be most effective, it must be administered within 4 hours from the time of onset of the stroke. Time is brain. In this podcast, John Dix, BSN, RN, joins the show to share how important it is to learn the signs of symptoms of a stroke so you or a loved one can get help F.A.S.T!
Should You Consider Bariatric Surgery?
February 06, 2018 22:29 - 16.3 MBAt Eisenhower Bariatric Center (EBC), we specialize in a wide spectrum of minimally invasive** robotic/laparoscopic weight loss surgical procedures. Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery) is now recognized as the standard of care, with the only proven treatment of morbid obesity* in the long-term. In this podcast Bobby Bhasker-Rao, MD, discusses the bariatric surgery program Eisenhower Medical Center, and that when combined with a comprehensive treatment plan, bariatric surgery can act a...
Cancers of the Female Reproductive System
January 29, 2018 22:33 - 16.3 MBAt Eisenhower, we offer our cancer patients unrivaled medical care and comprehensive cancer services. Cancer treatment is provided by caring and gentle health care professionals who are always considerate of your dignity and comfort. Our environment nurtures and calms the spirit with the soothing surrounds of gentle waterfalls and the colors of nature. Caring for the person as well as the cancer, the Eisenhower Lucy Curci Cancer Center is indeed a healing place like no other ®. In this podc...
The Sports Medicine Clinic at Eisenhower Medical Center
January 14, 2018 19:23 - 9.57 MBThe Sports Medicine Clinic at Eisenhower Medical Center provides diagnostic and treatment services for musculoskeletal, sports injuries and pain. Who should consider seeing a sports medicine specialist and how do you know if that is the type of specialist you need? Joining the show to discuss Eisenhower’s Sports Medicine program is Rajiv H. Tailor, MD. He is Board Certified in Sports Medicine and Family Medicine and is the Medical Director of the Eisenhower Sports Medicine Clinic.
Is it an Emergency or Just an Urgency?
December 13, 2017 22:28 - 11.4 MBWhen seeking medical care, taking a minute before deciding where to go can mean better, more efficient care for everyone. And it can even save your life! In this panel discussion, Russell Grant, MD, Medical Director, Eisenhower Urgent Care, and Euthym Kontaxis, MD, Medical Director, Eisenhower Tennity Emergency Department, discuss when to call an ambulance, when to go to the emergency department and when to choose urgent care.
How to Choose a Primary Care Physician
December 02, 2017 20:05 - 11.1 MBFor you and your family, selecting a primary care physician is an important first step toward managing your healthcare. Your primary care physician is the doctor that you will visit for your well visits, routine screenings, and those pesky illnesses that crop up. So it is important that you select someone with whom you feel comfortable, and with whom you can have an honest conversation. Eisenhower Primary Care 365 is a medical practice dedicated to continuous communication with our patients...
UNPUBLISHED BY REQUEST-How to Choose a Primary Care Physician
December 02, 2017 18:05 - 11.1 MBFor you and your family, selecting a primary care physician is an important first step toward managing your healthcare. Your primary care physician is the doctor that you will visit for your well visits, routine screenings, and those pesky illnesses that crop up. So it is important that you select someone with whom you feel comfortable, and with whom you can have an honest conversation. Eisenhower Primary Care 365 is a medical practice dedicated to continuous communication with our patients...