Well Within Reach with Riverside Healthcare

Talking to Your Friends About Mental Health

In this episode, we hear from Dr. Angela Stebbins, the director of behavioral medicine at Riverside Healthcare. She will lead a discussion about the best ways to approach and support someone when talking about mental health.

The Role of Social Workers in Schools

In this episode, we hear from Kirt Hendricks, a Pathways educator at Riverside. He will discuss his background and experience, and the role that social workers play in schools.

Dementia Prevention

Dr. Ramanpreet Grewal discusses dementia, including causes, treatment options, and possible preventative methods.

Benefits of Rock Steady Boxing

Nicole Kilpatrick, a Medical Fitness Coordinator, leads a discussion on the health benefits of rock steady boxing, an exercise program used to help those with movement disorders.

How Home Health Care Can Help

In this episode Deb Bradley, a clinical manager at Riverside Healthcare, leads a discussion on home health care and its benefits, as well as some of the misconceptions that often come with it.

The Role of a Social Worker

In this episode, Rebecca Romania, LCSW, leads a discussion focusing on the role and duties of a social worker.

Navigating a Mental Health Crisis

Rebecca Parks, the Business Development Coordinator for Riverside Behavioral Medicine, leads a discussion offering a perspective from the intake department, and how it is managed during the pandemic.

Dissecting Cardiac Surgery

Jennifer Dole, an Advanced Practice Provider specializing in cardiothoracic surgery at Riverside Healthcare, leads a discussion on cardiac surgery; when it is necessary and the treatment options and programs that are available at Riverside.

Get the Facts on the COVID-19 Vaccine and Flu Vaccine

Whitney Pelletier, a Pharmacy Clinical Coordinator, leads an informative discussion on COVID-19 and flu vaccines.

What is a Nursing Residency?

Laura Fitzpatrick, the onboarding coordinator at Riverside Healthcare, leads a discussion about the nursing residency program.

Diagnosing and Treating COPD

Dr. Shashvat Sukhal leads an informative discussion on COPD, how it is diagnosed, treated, and how you can reduce your risk.

Orthopedic Walk-in Clinic: Walk in, Walk Out Happy

Riverside's Orthopedic Walk-in Clinic is perfect for all of life’s twists, turns, stubs, rolls and breaks. We sit down with Mary Brandenburg, FNC-BC and find out what the walk-in clinic is able to treat and great ways to prevent common injuries. Skip the wait and walk on in to get treated expert treatment, fast.

Immediate Care or Emergency Room - Where Should I Go?

Kaitlyn Chiero PA-C, MPAS - Lead Physician Assistant Emergency Medicine tells us about when you should go to Immediate Care vs. the Emergency Room.

The Theraplay Method: a Different Approach to Therapy

Marla Barnard leads an informative discussion on theraplay.

Setting Attainable Fitness Goals in the New Year

Matt Grossman, a personal trainer at Riverside Health Fitness Center, joins us to talk about how to set realistic and achievable fitness goals in the new year.

Talking To Your Provider About Birth Control

Dr. Lisa Patel leads a discussion on how to talk to your provider about your birth control options.

A Jump into the Theraplay Method

Kelsey Kerrigan and Jessi Otto lead an interactive discussion on the theraplay method.

Magnet & Nursing Excellence

Riverside was recently re-designated as a Magnet hospital for the third time. Erika Ohlendorf, Clinical Nurse Educator, joins us to talk about what it means to be a Magnet hospital.

What You Need To Know About Shingles

Dr. Syeda Farheen Ali leads a discussion on shingles.

What You Need to Know About RSV

Shana Teske, NP-C, leads a informative discussion on Respiratory Syncytial Virus.

Women's Health & The Importance of Screenings

Dena Reddick, NP, PhD discusses women's health and the importance of getting screened.

How Education Can Support Your Diabetes Journey

Nancy Peeler, Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist at Riverside Healthcare, leads an informative discussion on diabetes.

Women and Sleep

Kathleen Gallagher, the Sleep Center manager at Riverside Healthcare, leads a discussion on women and their sleep habits and patterns.

Coping with Back-to-School Anxiety

Dr. Raunak Khisty shares how to help your child cope with anxiety surrounding returning to school.

How to Practice Water Safety This Summer

Dana Arseneau, RN and Trauma Program Coordinator at Riverside, joins us to talk about the importance of water safety this summer.

Opportunity Flows at Riverside: Landing the Job

Tim Weston, MBA, SHRM-SCP shares interview tips and how to get a job at Riverside.

What is Group Therapy

Rachel LaGesse MSW, LCSW explains what group therapy is and the benefits it has.

Working in a Senior Life Facility

Deana Wilson BHA, CDAL, CMP explains what it's like working in a senior living facility.

Suicide Awareness

Toni Sutton M.A. LPC discusses warning sides of suicide, prevention, and who you should speak to if you or your loved one is suicidal.

Impact of Sleep on Mental Health

Kathleen Gallagher, RPSGT shares the importance of good sleep hygiene, how sleep is linked to mental health, and tips to get better sleep.

Skin Cancer Awareness and Prevention

Katie VanHoveIn NP-C shares how to keep your skin safe, prevention of skin cancer, and treatment options.

Lip & Tongue Tie

Dr. Kristal Brown discusses lip and tongue ties, what the symptoms are, risk factors, and treatment options.

Weight Loss Medicine

Dr. Rubina Baig discusses the different weight loss medications and the benefits and risks.

Colorectal Cancer Screening

Dr. Bushra Alam discusses colorectal cancer screenings, specifically the racial disparities in the diagnosis and treatment of colon cancer.

Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Deanna Booker, RN discusses sexual assault, how common it is, what to do if you've experienced it, and how to support victims.

The Impact of Child Abuse & What to Watch For

Dr. Raunak Khisty shares how child abuse impacts the mental, emotional, and physical health of the victim, as well as what to watch out for, and who to contact if suspect child abuse.

Mental Health & First Responders

Dr. Steven Bond shares his insight on mental health and first responders.

What You Need to Know About Colorectal Cancer

Mental Health & The Black Community

Dr. Stonewall McCuiston shares his insight on the effects and stigma of mental health, particularly in the black community.

Postpartum Pelvic Floor Care

Meghan Faloona discusses postpartum pelvic floor care and what to expect after giving birth.

Coping with Pandemic Fatigue

Laura Hogan shares her insight on how to cope with pandemic fatigue.

Dr. Taruna Crawford Shares Injury Prevention During the Holidays

Dr. Taruna Crawford shares tips on how to avoid injuries over the holiday season.

COVID-19 Fall Update

Dr. Keith Moss gives an update of COVID-19 during the fall season.

Immediate Care vs Emergency Department

Brittani Seagren, FNP-C explains the difference between immediate care and the emergency department, and when you should go to one or the other.

Automated Breast Ultrasound System (ABUS) at Riverside Healthcare

Dr. Ravi Ramakrishna discusses ABUS.

Flu Shot More Important Than Ever

Dr. Keith Moss explains why getting the flu shot is important during the pandemic.

Pumpkin Carving Safety Tips

Dr. Taruna Crawford shares pumpkin carving safety tips.

Prevention and Treatment of Carpal Tunnel

Dr. Taruna Crawford explains the symptoms of carpal tunnel, prevention, and treatment options available.

Atrial Fibrillation

Dr. Abhimanyu Beri discusses what causes atrial fibrillation, how it affects the body, how it's diagnosed and treatment options available.

Innovative Procedure for Patients with Atrial Fibrillation Available at Riverside

Dr. Abhimanyu Beri discusses Watchman and how it can benefit patients with atrial fibrillation.