Franciscan Health Doc Pod

Franciscan Health Doc Pod

Get a healthy dose of useful information. Franciscan physicians and experts share their experience and insights on the latest in wellness, medicine and surgery. Hear it straight from the doctor's side of the stethoscope. Listen to the Franciscan Health Doc Pod series.

Episodes

July 3, 2025
concussions-symptoms-diagnosis-recovery

Today we are joined by sports medicine specialist, Dr. Blake Averill with Franciscan Health. Dr. Averill highlights the most common signs and symptoms of concussion, as well as a few surprising symptoms. He walks us through how a suspected concussion is ...

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what-is-the-ketogenic-keto-diet

Board-certified in Family Medicine, Dr. James Carlson, will discuss details about the Ketogenic (Keto) Diet.

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is-my-back-pain-due-to-spondylitis

Dr. Johnson will explain Spondylitis which is an umbrella term for a group of chronic arthritis - type diseases affecting the joints of the spine and sacroiliac region. All types of spondylitis involve inflammation of the joints, tendons, and ligaments.

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ibd-and-ibs-what-s-the-difference

Eric Steinberg, MD, board certified in Gastroenterology at Franciscan Health, will discuss what is Inflammatory Bowel Disease and Irritable Bowel Syndrome: What’s the Difference? IBD and IBS are not the same, although they do share some symptoms. Dr. Steinberg...

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top-10-myths-about-cardiovascular-disease

Board-certified interventional cardiologist, Tansel Turgut MD, will discuss the top 10 myths about cardiovascular disease.

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June 18, 2025
frozen-shoulder

Matthew Rachwalski, DO, board certified in Sports Medicine at Franciscan Health, will discuss what frozen shoulder entails and how patients can recover from this painful setback.

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fitness-trends-functional-fitness-and-eating

Nurse practitioner Holly Myles has a background and passion in fitness. She gives an inside look at the most recent fitness trends and how they impact overall health.

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lupus-and-heart-disease

Board-certified rheumatologist, Dr. Marcia Johnson, will explain the connection between lupus and heart disease, and the specific types of lupus that put patients at a higher risk for heart problems.

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heart-and-stress-how-does-personal-stress-affect-our-heart-health

Managing stress is more than about being emotionally balanced. Stress, our reaction to that “fight or flight” instinct, can also affect our physical health. Meera Moran from Franciscan Health will talk to us today how she and ot...

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liver-tumors-what-you-need-to-know

Dr. Joshua Kays, is a board-certified surgeon with additional training in Complex General Surgical Oncology. He specializes in the surgical treatment of liver, pancreas and bile duct disease.

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surprising-reasons-for-low-back-pain

We are joined by Annare Loubser, physical therapist with Franciscan Health. She’s here to discuss surprising reasons for low back pain and when it would be appropriate and beneficial to seek out therapy.

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feeling-faint-listen-to-your-heart

Syncope (SINK-a-pee) is a clinical word for fainting or passing out. Many people may faint or feel faint once or twice in their lives, and there are several minor triggers for it. But in some cases, it’s a sign of a heart issue, such as an abnormal heart rhyt...

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breast-cancer-surgery-options

Dr. Constanze Rayhrer, breast surgeon with Franciscan Health, discusses breast cancer surgery options such as lumpectomy and mastectomy, and explains why a patient might consider each.

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cough-medications-and-kids

Dr. Shivani Parikshak, is a board-certified pediatrician and mother of a young child. She combines her medical training and practical experience to offer parents insights on using cough medications with their kids.

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recovering-from-rotator-cuff-injuries

Thomas Schmittdiel, MD, board certified in Family Medicine and Sports Medicine at Franciscan Health will discuss what a rotator cuff injury entails and how patients can recover from this painful setback.

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strains-sprains-and-fractures

Thomas Schmittdiel, MD, board certified in Family Medicine and Sports Medicine at Franciscan Health will discuss what a rotator cuff injury entails and how patients can recover from this painful setback.

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the-importance-of-health-screenings-from-children-to-adults

Board-certified in both internal medicine and pediatrics, nurse practitioner, Arshia Mohiuddin will discuss how health screenings can help keep children and adults stay healthy during their lifetime.

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thyroid-disease-and-disorders

Board-certified as a Physician Assistant, Carlyn Stone will discuss thyroid disease and disorders.

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implant-devices-for-cardiac-patients

Dr. Manoj Duggal will discuss heart implant devices and how they help patients live with heart conditions.

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February 18, 2025
fatherhood-and-well-being

Whether you're expecting your first child or adding another little one to your family, fatherhood promises a variety of ups and downs. Jason Hojnacki, an EAP therapist and licensed clinical social worker, offers practical tips on preparing for the big day, dealing wit...

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