Talking for the Health of it with Permanente Medicine
34 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★★★★ - 5 ratingsWelcome to our wellness podcast series. Hear our trusted Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group physicians and healthcare professionals talk about everyday wellness topics, specific areas of health, and more!
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Talking Preparing for Menopause
February 02, 2024 09:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MBListen as board-certified physician, Deepali Kothary, MD discusses the importance of partnering with your physician for the best menopausal care. This conversation focuses on how we can manage physical and emotional changes that occur with menopause and perimenopause. For more information, visit: kp.org/selfcareapps to access emotional wellness tools kp.org or the Kaiser Permanente app to start an e-visit You are Not Broken-Podcast* Come as You Are by Emily Nagoski* North American Menop...
Talking Pain Management
December 01, 2023 17:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBListen as Gregory Khan-Arthur, DO joins our host to discuss the psychology of pain and how to manage it.
Talking Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
November 03, 2023 09:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MBListen as Ashley Miller, MD joins our hosts to talk about what Seasonal Affective Disorder is, and how to manage it. Resources: Behavioral Health Phone Number (for Kaiser Permanente members): 1-800-777-7904 Blog post about Seasonal Affective Disorder If you or someone you know is having a mental health emergency, please call 988 or go to the nearest hospital.
Talking Flu Shot Myths
October 06, 2023 10:00 - 16 minutes - 11.6 MBListen as Stephen Scranton, MD joins our hosts to debunk common myths about the flu shot. To find a flu clinic near you, click here.
Talking Gut Health
September 01, 2023 10:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MBListen as Margaret Schwiesow, DO joins our hosts to discuss the importance of gut health and how to improve it.
Talking Plant-Forward Eating
August 04, 2023 10:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MBListen as Margaret Schwiesow, DO joins our hosts to discuss what plant-forward eating is, the health benefits, and how to get started. Resources: Visit kp.org to learn more about plant-based eating. Read Dr. Schwiesow's blog post about plant-based eating here. To make an appointment with a nutritionist, message a member of your Health Care Team.
Talking Self-Compassion
July 07, 2023 10:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MBListen as Wellness Coach, Jen Miller, joins our hosts to discuss what self-compassion is and how to practice it. Resources: Self-Compassion Overview - Video Are You Too Hard On Yourself? - Article Healthy Thinking Self-Compassion for the Serious and Skeptical Self-Compassion by Kristin Neff* The 5-Day Self-Compassion Challenge with Kristin Neff & Christopher Germer* *Any external resources mentioned or included in this episode are not accredited or endorsed by the Mid-Atlantic Pe...
Talking Digital Eye Strain and Dry Eye
June 02, 2023 10:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MBListen as Daniel Albertus, MD, and Farhan Merali, MD provide recommendations on how to prevent and treat common eye issues. To start an E-Visit, log in to your kp.org account or use the Kaiser Permanente app.
Talking Mental Health & Children
May 05, 2023 10:00 - 22 minutes - 15.3 MBListen as Ross Goodwin, MD, joins our hosts to discuss how parents can approach mental health with their children. Visit kp.org/selfcareapps to access Calm and other emotional wellness tools Visit findyourwords.org for teen and young adult mental health resources For non-emergency mental health care, please call 1-866-530-8778 If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, call, text, or chat 988 for assistance.
Talking Anesthesiology
April 07, 2023 10:00 - 14 minutes - 10.3 MBLeslie Sims, MD, joins our hosts to de-bunk common misconceptions about anesthesiology. Click here for information about the 4 types of anesthesia.
Talking Health Engagement Programs for Members
March 03, 2023 11:00 - 10 minutes - 6.98 MBListen as our hosts James Boyle and Amy Kayser, MPH, CHES talk about the programs the Health Engagement department offers our members, such as Wellness Coaching and Health Education classes! Visit kp.org/classes- to view a full list of our classes and programs, and register for on-demand classes Visit kp.org/appointments or call 1-800-777-7904 to register for live classes & wellness coaching Visit kp.org/healthieryou/mas to check out our video library Visit kp.org/wellnesscenter/mas ...
Talking Relaxation: Guided Visualization
February 03, 2023 16:00 - 9 minutes - 6.56 MBListen as Jenisha Chudal, Health Promotion Educator, guides you through a relaxing guided visualization exercise.
Talking Sustainable Goal Setting
January 06, 2023 11:00 - 18 minutes - 12.6 MBVanessa Valero, RD, joins our hosts to discuss how to set sustainable goals for your overall well-being. Resources: SMART Goal Tipsheet SMART Goal episode Visit kp.org/healthyliving for more resources on weight management, mental health, and more. Visit kp.org/selfcareapps to access wellness tools. Visit kp.org/classes to learn more about our weight control class. To make a wellness coaching appointment: Visit kp.org/appointments, OR Call the Contact Center at (800)-777-7904 TTY...
Talking Healthy Holidays
December 02, 2022 11:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MBMichele Arthurs, MD, joins our hosts to discuss how to stay healthy during the holiday season, and how to set yourself up for success in every aspect from healthy eating to stress management. Resources: Visit kp.org/healthyliving for resources on weight management, mental health, and more. Visit kp.org/selfcareapps to access wellness tools, such as Calm, Ginger, and myStrength. To make a wellness coaching appointment: Visit kp.org/appointments Call the Contact Center at (800)-777-7904 ...
Talking Veterans Health
November 04, 2022 10:00 - 10 minutes - 7.57 MBListen as Farzaneh Sabi, MD, joins one of our hosts to have a conversation about what Veterans health care is, and how Permanente Medicine is supporting its Veteran members. 24/7 confidential crisis support for Veterans and their loved ones: Call 988 then press 1 Text 838255 Chat online Learn more about VA benefits here.
Talking Reflective Journaling and Gratitude
October 07, 2022 10:00 - 8 minutes - 5.88 MBListen as one of our hosts, Amy Kayser, walks you through a guided journaling exercise centered around reflecting with gratitude. If you are a Kaiser Permanente member seeking non-emergency mental health care, please call: 1-866-530-8778. If you are having a mental health emergency, please call 911 or go to the nearest hospital.
Talking Partnering with Your Clinician for the Best Maternal Health Care
September 09, 2022 10:00 - 21 minutes - 14.7 MBListen as board-certified physician, Stacey Garrett, MD discusses the importance of partnering with your clinician for the best maternal care. Studies show that many adverse maternal outcomes are preventable and that black women are more likely to have poor outcomes. This conversation focuses on how we can reduce disparities and improve outcomes by empowering you to self-advocate and be at the center of your care experience. For more information visit: American College of Obstetricians and ...
Talking Partnering with Your Clinician for the Best Maternal Health Care
September 09, 2022 10:00 - 21 minutes - 14.7 MBListen as board-certified physician, Stacey Garrett, MD discusses the importance of partnering with your clinician for the best maternal care. Studies show that many adverse maternal outcomes are preventable and that black women are more likely to have poor outcomes. This conversation focuses on how we can reduce disparities and improve outcomes by empowering you to self-advocate and be at the center of your care experience. For more information visit: American College of Obstetricians and ...
Talking COVID-19 Vaccines for Children 5 years and Under
August 05, 2022 10:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MBListen as a board-certified pediatrician, Dr. Tekeema Dixon, MD, answers frequently asked questions about the COVID-19 vaccine that was made available to children 6 months to 5 years of age. For the most up-to-date information about COVID-19, visit https://www.kp.org/covid and https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus.
Talking COVID-19 Vaccines for Children 5 years and Under
August 05, 2022 10:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MBListen as a board-certified pediatrician, Dr. Tekeema Dixon, MD, answers frequently asked questions about the COVID-19 vaccine that was made available to children 6 months to 5 years of age. For the most up-to-date information about COVID-19, visit https://www.kp.org/covid and https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus.
Talking Stress Trigger Tracking
July 01, 2022 11:00 - 12 minutes - 8.78 MBListen as Wellness Coach, Jodi Balis, joins our host to walk you through what trigger tracking is, and how you can use it as an emotional wellness tool. For non-emergency mental health care for Kaiser Permanente members, call: 1-866-530-8778. If you're having a mental health emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest hospital. *Starting July 16th, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is launching the 3-digit code "988" across the U.S. Anyone experiencing a mental health crisis can call,...
Talking Stress Trigger Tracking
July 01, 2022 11:00 - 12 minutes - 8.78 MBListen as Wellness Coach, Jodi Balis, joins our host to walk you through what trigger tracking is, and how you can use it as an emotional wellness tool. For non-emergency mental health care for Kaiser Permanente members, call: 1-866-530-8778. If you're having a mental health emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest hospital. *Starting July 16th, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is launching the 3-digit code "988" across the U.S. Anyone experiencing a mental health crisis can call,...
Talking Technostress
June 03, 2022 12:00 - 19 minutes - 13.3 MBDouble board certified child and adult psychiatrist, Ross Goodwin, MD, joins our hosts to discuss what technostress is and what you can do to shift your use of technology to promote wellness. For mobile mental health resources, visit: kp.org/selfcareapps
Talking Technostress
June 03, 2022 12:00 - 19 minutes - 13.3 MBDouble board certified child and adult psychiatrist, Ross Goodwin, MD, joins our hosts to discuss what technostress is and what you can do to shift your use of technology to promote wellness. For mobile mental health resources, visit: kp.org/selfcareapps
Talking SMART Goals
May 06, 2022 12:00 - 7 minutes - 5.25 MBWellness Coach, Erica Thomas, joins our host to discuss how the SMART* goal method can help you reach your health goals and live a healthier life. SMART* goals help break down big goals into smaller ones and increase your chances of achieving your short- and long-term goals. For more information on SMART goals, click here. *S.M.A.R.T. is an acronym that stands for: Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, and Timely.
Talking SMART Goals
May 06, 2022 12:00 - 7 minutes - 5.25 MBWellness Coach, Erica Thomas, joins our host to discuss how the SMART* goal method can help you reach your health goals and live a healthier life. SMART* goals help break down big goals into smaller ones and increase your chances of achieving your short- and long-term goals. For more information on SMART goals, click here. *S.M.A.R.T. is an acronym that stands for: Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, and Timely.
Talking Life Care Planning
April 08, 2022 13:00 - 17 minutes - 12.1 MBJenaro Hernandez, MD, joins our hosts to discuss the importance of life care planning. Visit kp.org/lifecareplanning to learn more. You can find the advance directive document for your region by visiting kp.org/advancedirective Once you’ve completed your advance directive, you can: Scan and upload the document to your kp.org account by visiting kp.org/advancedirective OR Fax the document to 1-855-889-3320 OR Take it to a Kaiser Permanente medical center with a HIMS department. To find...
Talking Life Care Planning
April 08, 2022 13:00 - 17 minutes - 12.1 MBJenaro Hernandez, MD, joins our hosts to discuss the importance of life care planning. Visit kp.org/lifecareplanning to learn more. You can find the advance directive document for your region by visiting kp.org/advancedirective Once you’ve completed your advance directive, you can: Scan and upload the document to your kp.org account by visiting kp.org/advancedirective OR Fax the document to 1-855-889-3320 OR Take it to a Kaiser Permanente medical center with a HIMS department. To find...
Talking Relaxation: Guided Meditation
March 03, 2022 18:00 - 10 minutes - 7.07 MBListen as Alex Whisnant, Health Promotion Educator, guides you through a relaxing body scan meditation.
Talking Relaxation: A Guided Meditation Short
March 03, 2022 18:00 - 10 minutes - 7.07 MBListen as Alex Whisnant, Health Promotion Educator, guides you through a relaxing body scan meditation.
Talking Wellness Coaching
January 09, 2022 15:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MBWellness Coach, Jennifer Miller, joins our hosts to talk about Kaiser Permanente's wellness coaching program, and its benefits for members. To make an appointment: Visit kp.org/appointments Call the Contact Center at: (800) 777- 7904, TTY 711, 24 hours/7 days a week Ask a member of your healthcare team to schedule an appointment Hours of operation: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Talking Wellness Coaching
January 09, 2022 15:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MBWellness Coach, Jennifer Miller, joins our hosts to talk about Kaiser Permanente's wellness coaching program, and its benefits for members. To make an appointment: Visit kp.org/appointments Call the Contact Center at: (800) 777- 7904, TTY 711, 24 hours/7 days a week Ask a member of your healthcare team to schedule an appointment Hours of operation: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Talking Lifestyle Habits for Healthy Sleep
November 05, 2021 17:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MBHealth Promotion Educator, Christina Smith, joins our hosts to talk about lifestyle habits for healthy sleep, sleep hygiene, best practices for improving sleep long-term, and much more! For more information visit: http://kp.org/classes http://kp.org/selfcareapps
Talking COVID-19 18 Months Later
September 27, 2021 13:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MBDouble board-certified internal medicine and infectious diseases physician Mona Gahunia, DO, and psychiatrist Lauren Grawert, MD, join our hosts to discuss the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Gahunia gives us a breakdown of where we are with the pandemic and answers our most-asked questions regarding the COVID-19 vaccines. Dr. Grawert gives us great advice on how to navigate difficult conversations with our loved ones, and how to deal with the pandemic fatigue that many of us are facing. For the mo...