Riverside Radio HealthCast
35 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsThe official podcast of St. John's Riverside Hospital. dedicated to providing comprehensive medical and nursing care in a compassionate, professional, respectful and ethical manner to every patient.
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Episodes
What is a Hernia and How Can You Treat It?
February 22, 2024 07:00 - 31.3 MBHernias are a common medical issue with over 200,000 diagnosed in the US each year but what exactly is a hernia and how can you treat it? Dr. David Weithorn and Dr. Joseph Vazzana discuss hernias, possible treatment options, and more.
La Importancia de las Pruebas Diagnósticas
December 01, 2023 07:00 - 23.1 MBExisten varios tipos de imágenes para evaluar tu salud. Chitra Saxena, Directora de Servicios de Imágenes en St. John's Riverside, habla sobre la importancia de las pruebas diagnósticas de radiología.
Ansiedad y Depresión: Reconociéndolas en Ti Mismo y en los Demás
December 01, 2023 07:00 - 49.6 MBEs normal sentirse ansioso o triste de vez en cuando, pero sentimientos intensos o persistentes como estos pueden indicar algo más profundo: ansiedad y depresión. El Dr. Yadagiri Chepuru habla sobre cómo reconocer los síntomas, posibles opciones de tratamiento y más.
My Stress Test is Normal, What Now?
November 03, 2023 06:00 - 8.43 MBA stress test provides valuable insight into your heart health. Dr. Steven Francescone discusses the purpose of a stress test, what the procedure entails, and understanding the results of your stress test.
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
October 24, 2023 06:00 - 24.4 MBHyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, or HBOT, is used to treat a wide variety of medical conditions. Founder and CEO of Life Support Technologies Group Glenn Butler discusses HBOT, the conditions it treats, what you can expect during a treatment, and more.
Sleep Modalities: Diagnostic and Treatment Awareness
October 09, 2023 06:00 - 40.1 MBSleep: patients get too much, too little, or the wrong kind but what's the right kind and how do we know? Dr. Rajendra Rampersaud discusses sleep modalities and diagnostic/treatment awareness.
The Uptick in Tick-Borne Diseases
June 15, 2023 06:00 - 34.1 MBAlthough ticks may be tiny, their impact on public health can be huge and tick-borne diseases can lead to severe health complications if left untreated in humans. Dr. Paul Sasso discusses the rise in tick-borne diseases.
Manténgase Al Día Con Sus Riñones
June 13, 2023 06:00 - 38.3 MBEl cuidado de los riñones, aunque es increíblemente importante, a menudo puede pasarse por alto. El Dr. Majed Mark Samarneh habla sobre la enfermedad renal, cómo reconocer los signos, cómo se trata y mucho más.
Elementos Esenciales Para La Cicatrización de Heridas
June 13, 2023 06:00 - 17.2 MBAlgunos pacientes tienen dificultades para que sus heridas cicatricen, pero con los últimos avances, el Hospital St. John's Riverside ofrece un programa integral dedicado a ayudar a adultos con heridas lentas o que no cicatrizan. La enfermera registrada y directora asistente Tara Armerino habla sobre el Centro de Cicatrización de Heridas de St. John's Riverside, los pacientes que se beneficiarían del centro, los planes de tratamiento y más.
Qué Esperar de Su Visita de Atención Primaria
June 13, 2023 06:00 - 25.5 MBLos médicos de cabecera son la persona de contacto para sus necesidades médicas básicas. La Dra. Klaudia Nowakiwskyj habla sobre lo que puede esperar de su visita de atención primaria.
Geriatric Health & Tips for Aging
May 09, 2023 05:00 - 11.9 MBIt's a reality: all of us are getting older every day and the number of older adults here in the United States is on the rise. Dr. Michelle Annabi-Rabadi discusses geriatric health and tips for aging.
Anxiety & Depression: Recognizing It In Yourself & In Others
February 27, 2023 06:00 - 16.6 MBIt's normal to feel anxious or down from time to time but severe or ongoing feelings like these can point to something deeper: anxiety and depression. Dr. Yadagiri Chepuru discusses how to recognize the symptoms, possible treatment options, and more.
Women's Health in Urology
January 20, 2023 06:00 - 14 MBMany women suffer in silence because urinary problems like incontinence and loss of bladder control are often inconvenient and can be embarrassing. Dr. Mathew Fakhoury discusses the most common urological issues women face and how to treat them.
The Importance of Diagnostic Testing
November 28, 2022 06:00 - 23.1 MBThere are various kinds of imaging for assessing your health. Chitra Saxena, Director of Imaging Services at St. John's Riverside, discusses the importance of radiology diagnostic testing.
Stroke Prevention and Treatment
November 11, 2022 06:00 - 18.9 MBAccording to the CDC, someone in the US has a stroke every 40 seconds. Linda Sugrue, Stroke Program Director at St. John's Riverside, discusses how to lower your risks of having a stroke, how to mitigate the impact of your long term health if you have one, and more.
What To Expect From Your Primary Care Visit
October 19, 2022 05:00 - 9.7 MBPrimary care doctors serve as a point person for your basic medical needs. Dr. Klaudia Nowakiwskyj discusses what you can expect from your primary care visit.
Wound Healing Essentials
August 17, 2022 05:00 - 14.5 MBSome patients have difficulty getting their wounds to heal but with the latest advances, St. John's Riverside Hospital offers a comprehensive program dedicated to helping adults with slow or non-healing wounds. Registered nurse and assistant director Tara Armerino discusses the St. John's Riverside Wound Healing Center, patients that would benefit from the center, treatment plans, and more.
Keeping Up with Your Kidneys
August 15, 2022 05:00 - 13.7 MBTaking care of your kidneys, while incredibly important, can often be overlooked. Dr. Majed Mark Samarneh discusses kidney disease, how you can recognize the signs, how it's treated, and more.
A Coronary Calcium Scan Can Save Your Life
August 01, 2022 05:00 - 30.5 MBYour doctor may order heart scans to get a better understanding of your risk of heart disease or if your treatment plan is uncertain. Dr. Alon Gitig discusses coronary calcium scans, how these scans are useful for tracking your heart health, and more.
Common Household Medications: Using Them Safely
June 27, 2022 05:00 - 8.59 MBChances are that you have some over the counter medications at home but you may not know the do's and don'ts of how to use them properly. Dr. Janine O'Donnell discusses the safest ways to use your most common household medications.
Minimally Invasive Lumbar Decompression (MILD)
June 15, 2022 05:00 - 14.2 MBMinimally Invasive Lumbar Decompression, or MILD for short, is a relatively new procedure for treating patients with lumbar spinal stenosis. Dr. Stephen Erosa discusses how the MILD procedure can help those patients when more conservative treatments don't work.
Advances in Joint Replacement Utilizing MAKOplasty
May 09, 2022 05:00 - 13.9 MBWith advances in technology, joint replacement has become less risky and more unique to one specific condition. Dr. David Lent talks about MAKOplasty, what it entails, and how it has become an option for people who have pain in their joints.
Do You Have Persistent Pain Even After Surgery
November 13, 2020 09:00 - 29.9 MBDr. Choudhri discusses Neurosurgeons who specializes in correcting previous surgeries.
What is Interventional Pain Medicine: Is This an Option For You
September 09, 2020 08:00 - 14.1 MBDr. Erosa discusses Interventional pain medicine as a treatment option.
Everything You Need to Know About Coronavirus
February 19, 2020 17:00 - 10 MBDr. Rafaele Milizia shares the symptoms of Coronavirus and everything you need to know about the recent outbreak.
Body Contouring
September 24, 2018 13:00 - 5.28 MBNeal Goldberg, MD, FACS discusses who is a good candidate for body contouring, and how this simple procedure can change your outlook and help you complete your weight loss journey.
When Should You Consider Cataract Surgery?
September 14, 2018 13:00 - 4.46 MBNicholas Donas, MD shares important information about Cataracts and questions to ask if you are considering cataract surgery.
Do You Have Ringing in Your Ears? It Might be Tinnitus
August 23, 2018 13:00 - 8.14 MBIf you have ringing in your ears, and you can’t hear the sounds you would like to hear, it can drive you crazy. Over 50 million people in the U.S. suffer from tinnitus (ringing in the ears). Dr. Aaron Spingarn, board-certified ear, nose, and throat doctor at St. John’s Riverside Hospital discusses Tinnitus and the treatment options available if you suffer from this annoying and sometimes painful disorder.
Can You Have a Spinal Fusion While You are Awake?
August 20, 2018 14:00 - 9.55 MBWhile traditional spinal fusion surgery is considered to be an extensive procedure, requiring general anesthesia and a hospital stay, Awake Spinal Fusion is a minimally invasive procedure. Instead of a lengthy hospital stay, you're up and about in just a few hours. Dr. Alok Sharan discusses this innovative technique that eliminates a number of disadvantages associated with traditional spine surgery and allows for quicker overall recovery.
A Good Night's Sleep
August 20, 2018 13:00 - 12.7 MBSt. John’s Riverside Hospital understands the importance of sleep to overall health and well-being. In fact, when people get the correct amount of sleep each night, their risk for developing disease may decrease. St. John's Riverside Hospital established Sleep Diagnostics Services to meet the growing incidence of sleep apnea and other sleep disorders. Brijesh Malkani, M.D, discusses the most common questions regarding sleep disorders, treatment options if you suffer from a sleep disorder a...
Women with Early Stage Breast Cancer May Not Need Chemotherapy
August 11, 2018 14:00 - 8.78 MBWomen with early-stage breast cancer who might have normally received chemotherapy under current standards may not actually need it, according to a ground breaking study that is expected to change the way we look at early stage breast cancer. Melita Charles, Breast Surgeon at Ashikari Breast Center, discusses the TAILORx clinical trial, which can help women make the most informed decisions about their cancer and may change the landscape of early stage breast cancer treatment.
Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery with Robotic Technology
August 11, 2018 13:00 - 10.6 MBIf you suffer from a painful gynecologic disorder, and medicine, lifestyle changes and other non-invasive treatments cannot ease your symptoms, it may be time to consider surgery. Suzanne Greenidge, MD, OB/GYN at St. John's Riverside Hospital, discusses minimally invasive gynecologic surgery with robotic technology, and the treatment options for women suffering from a painful gynecologic disorder.
Making the Decision to Get a Knee Replacement
August 01, 2018 13:00 - 9.65 MBKnee pain can be debilitating and keep you from taking part in the activities that you enjoy. When this type of pain begins to interfere with your daily life, it might be time to see a physician to assess your pain. Jason Hochfelder, MD, discusses knee replacements and how asking the right questions, and being your own best health advocate can help you make this decision with your doctor and find out if knee replacement is the right option for you.
Weight Loss Solutions for a Healthy Life
May 24, 2018 15:06 - 12.2 MBApproximately 50 percent of the population is overweight. When previous efforts at weight loss including supervised diets, exercise and behavioral modification programs fail, weight loss surgery is an available option. Jonathan Arad, MD, discusses non-surgical and surgical weight loss solutions available at St. John's Riverside Hospital so that you can get on the road to a healthier life.
Specialized Wound Care and HBOT
May 06, 2018 14:47 - 9.85 MBPeople with diabetes, heart disease, existing infections or lung disease may have difficulty getting their wounds to heal. However, there have been several advances in this area that provides help to slow or non-healing patients. For this reason St. John's Riverside Hospital has created a comprehensive outpatient wound management program dedicated to treating adult patients with non-healing wounds and wound prone conditions. Berdj Sephanian, DMP discusses limb salvage techniques vs amputatio...