St. Joseph’s Health MedCast
70 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago -St. Joseph’s Health Medcast features doctors, nurses and clinical leaders sharing information about health concerns and the services we offer to help improve lives in our community.
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Episodes
2019: Get Some ZZZ's: Common Sleep Disorders and How to Fix Them
March 18, 2019 14:00 - 21.4 MBSleep apnea makes it difficult to get a solid night's sleep, affecting overall health and wellness. Steve Swierczek and Dr. Robert Kellman discuss sleep apnea and the importance of getting a good night's sleep.
Get Some ZZZ's: Common Sleep Disorders and How to Fix Them
March 18, 2019 13:00 - 21.4 MBSleep apnea makes it difficult to get a solid night's sleep, affecting overall health and wellness. Steve Swierczek and Dr. Robert Kellman discuss sleep apnea and the importance of getting a good night's sleep.
2019: Heart Health - A Dog Could Be Your Heart's Best Friend
February 06, 2019 16:00 - 7.84 MBNot only are dogs loving and accepting, they're also good for heart health. Natural stress reducers and instigators of physical activity, dogs are an investment in your overall health. Dr. Russell Silverman, Medical Cardiologist & Director of St. Joseph's Physicians Cardiology, discusses how dogs are good for you.
Heart Health - A Dog Could Be Your Heart's Best Friend
February 06, 2019 14:00 - 7.84 MBNot only are dogs loving and accepting, they're also good for heart health. Natural stress reducers and instigators of physical activity, dogs are an investment in your overall health. Dr. Russell Silverman, Medical Cardiologist & Director of St. Joseph's Physicians Cardiology, discusses how dogs are good for you.
2019: Fight the Flu
November 15, 2018 16:00 - 4.75 MBFlu season is at its worst from November through February. You can take preventative actions to avoid the flu and protect loved ones. Dr. Luis J. Castro discusses how to be proactive against the flu and what to do if you catch it.
Fight the Flu
November 15, 2018 14:00 - 4.75 MBFlu season is at its worst from November through February. You can take preventative actions to avoid the flu and protect loved ones. Dr. Luis J. Castro discusses how to be proactive against the flu and what to do if you catch it.
2018: Life After Bariatric Surgery
October 04, 2018 14:00 - 4.06 MBWeight loss by exercise and diet alone doesn't have the needed impact for some people. Bariatric surgery enables select patients to improve health by assisting weight loss. Dr. William A. Graber, weight loss surgeon and Bariatric Surgery Director, shares what life after weight loss surgery is like.
Life After Bariatric Surgery
October 04, 2018 13:00 - 4.06 MBWeight loss by exercise and diet alone doesn't have the needed impact for some people. Bariatric surgery enables select patients to improve health by assisting weight loss. Dr. William A. Graber, weight loss surgeon and Bariatric Surgery Director, shares what life after weight loss surgery is like.
2018: Hospital, Urgent Care or ED?
September 07, 2018 14:00 - 6.56 MBWhen faced with illness or accidents, the immediate focus is on treatment. However, different conditions are more or less urgent than others. Dr. Olivia Andrade, Emergency Department physician, discusses what situations are best for hospital treatment, urgent care or the emergency room.
Hospital, Urgent Care or ED?
September 07, 2018 13:00 - 6.56 MBWhen faced with illness or accidents, the immediate focus is on treatment. However, different conditions are more or less urgent than others. Dr. Olivia Andrade, Emergency Department physician, discusses what situations are best for hospital treatment, urgent care or the emergency room.
2018: Addressing Reflux Disease Misconceptions
September 06, 2018 14:00 - 7.83 MBHeartburn sufferers are very familiar with late-night visits to the medicine cabinet for relief. That chalky tablet may ease the immediate symptoms, but it doesn’t address the cause of the discomfort. Dr. Borys Buniak, gastroenterologist, discusses the Heartburn Center at St. Joseph’s Health and treatment options available.
2018: What Does It Mean to Be Baby-Friendly?
September 06, 2018 14:00 - 6.88 MBSt. Joseph's Health is the only "baby friendly" hospital in Central New York. Accreditation from Baby Friendly USA indicates the hospital supports breastfeeding and the steps described by World Health Organization. Dr. Jonathan Chai, Director of Newborn Services, shares how breastfeeding benefits babies, and the support and guidance available at St. Joseph's Health.
What Does It Mean to Be Baby-Friendly?
September 06, 2018 13:00 - 6.88 MBSt. Joseph's Health is the only "baby friendly" hospital in Central New York. Accreditation from Baby Friendly USA indicates the hospital supports breastfeeding and the steps described by World Health Organization. Dr. Jonathan Chai, Director of Newborn Services, shares how breastfeeding benefits babies, and the support and guidance available at St. Joseph's Health.
Addressing Reflux Disease Misconceptions
September 06, 2018 13:00 - 7.83 MBHeartburn sufferers are very familiar with late-night visits to the medicine cabinet for relief. That chalky tablet may ease the immediate symptoms, but it doesn’t address the cause of the discomfort. Dr. Borys Buniak, gastroenterologist, discusses the Heartburn Center at St. Joseph’s Health and treatment options available.
2018: Staying Active After Joint Replacement Surgery
August 30, 2018 14:00 - 7.05 MBJoint replacement can reopen the door to physical activity. Once cleared by your doctor, you can gradually rebuild strength to resume the full activity level you once had. Orthopedic surgeon Dr. Seth Greenky discusses why it’s important to stay active after joint replacement and the appropriate levels of activity as you heal.
Staying Active After Joint Replacement Surgery
August 30, 2018 13:00 - 7.05 MBJoint replacement can reopen the door to physical activity. Once cleared by your doctor, you can gradually rebuild strength to resume the full activity level you once had. Orthopedic surgeon Dr. Seth Greenky discusses why it’s important to stay active after joint replacement and the appropriate levels of activity as you heal.
2018: Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery
August 15, 2018 14:00 - 11.1 MBCardiovascular care has advanced. Newer technologies like robotic surgery have streamlined procedures and improved patient outcomes. Dr. Charles Lutz, cardiac surgeon, discusses the advancements in heart surgery and procedures available at St. Joseph’s Health.
Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery
August 15, 2018 13:00 - 11.1 MBCardiovascular care has advanced. Newer technologies like robotic surgery have streamlined procedures and improved patient outcomes. Dr. Charles Lutz, cardiac surgeon, discusses the advancements in heart surgery and procedures available at St. Joseph’s Health.
2018: What You Didn't - and Should - Know About Breast Cancer
July 25, 2018 06:00 - 7.74 MBA breast cancer diagnosis can be frightening. Empathetic care with the latest medical technologies provides reassurance. Dr. Kara Kort and Dr. Scott Albert discuss how breast care and treatment has advanced and what the future holds.
What You Didn't - and Should - Know About Breast Cancer
July 25, 2018 05:00 - 7.74 MBA breast cancer diagnosis can be frightening. Empathetic care with the latest medical technologies provides reassurance. Dr. Kara Kort and Dr. Scott Albert discuss how breast care and treatment has advanced and what the future holds.