Healthier YOU - the podcast from UPMC in Central PA

Healthier YOU - the podcast from UPMC in Central PA

Healthier YOU - the podcast from UPMC in Central PA, features expert health care providers on topics ranging from emerging health trends, disease prevention, mental health, wellness, nutrition, and more! Tune in to listen to Healthier YOU today!

Episodes

Understanding Options for your Asthma Care

March 31, 2023 • 8 mins
Dr. Brar will be discussing the different treatment options for asthma, including the latest in biologics.
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Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBO) for Wound Healing

March 13, 2023 • 10 mins
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBO) discussion with Gillian Covert, Regional Nurse Manager with the UPMC Wound & Hyperbaric Centers of Central Pennsylvania.
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Colon Cancer Awareness – Options Following Your Screening

March 10, 2023 • 11 mins
In this episode, we will focus on what findings of a colonoscopy mean, a patient’s next steps based on findings, the surgical component of colon cancer, why the role of a colorectal surgeon is so important, certifications and accreditations that validate our work, and our collaboration with oncologists, pathologists etc.
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What Women Need to Know About Cervical Cancer

February 14, 2023 • 11 mins
Dr. Roberts ( Gynecologic Oncologist with UPMC Women’s Cancer Center) talks about cervical cancer. She explains what happens in a woman’s body with cervical cancer, the risk factors involved in receiving a diagnosis, and the signs and symptoms that would prompt a woman to seek treatment.
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Surgical and Non-Surgical Weight Loss Options

February 1, 2023 • 12 mins
Dr. Rosenberger (bariatric and general surgeon) and Samantha Hionis (nurse practitioner and obesity medicine association certified clinician) talk about surgical and non-surgical weight loss options at UPMCs central PA weight management.
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Facts to Know Before Surgery - Learn What You Can Do To Make A Difference

November 15, 2022 • 10 mins
Studies show that making changes to improve your health before your surgery will lead to a better recovery.
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Forensic Nursing Program at UPMC in the Central Pa.

November 9, 2022 • 12 mins
Nicole Baselj (Unit director of forensic nursing) talks about the Forensic Nursing Program at UPMC in Central PA. Ms. Baselj explains what is the SANE program, what a forensic nurse examiner do, and the services offered to support people who are victims of sexual assault and domestic violence at UPMC.
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Understanding Coronary Calcium Scoring

October 27, 2022 • 4 mins
In this episode, Dr. Hodara will discuss what coronary calcium scoring is, how it is performed, and the latest on research in the field on who may benefit from this testing.
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UPMC Harrisburg Critical Care Fellowship

October 17, 2022 • 12 mins
Dr. Ramesh talks about UPMC Harrisburg Critical Care Fellowship. Dr. Ramesh explains the kind of medicine and care provided in a critical care unit, what types of patients and procedures are in this unit, and why is this particular discipline important.

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Trigeminal Neuralgia

October 7, 2022 • 13 mins
Dr. Eseonu (Neurosurgery Clinical Assistant Professor UPMC Neurological Institute, UPMC Neurosurgery) talks about Trigeminal Neuralgia. Dr. Eseonu explains what trigeminal neuralgia is, its symptoms, and treatments.

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Pelvic Floor and Rectal Cancer

August 22, 2022 • 13 mins
Dr. Buzas (Director of Colorectal Surgery) talks about the pelvic floor and rectal cancer.  Dr. Buzas explains what is pelvic cancer, colon and rectal cancer, its symptoms, and surgical procedures.
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How to Treat Plagiocephaly

August 22, 2022 • 7 mins
Dr. Kellogg (Pediatric Neurosurgeon) talks about how to treat plagiocephaly. Information on what plagiocephaly is, how is diagnosed, and treatment are discussed in this episode.
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Skin Care for the Summer

August 9, 2022 • 8 mins
Dr. Malafa (plastic surgeon) talks about skincare for the summer. Dr. Malafa explains the best ways to protect our skin, how to choose a sunscreen and how to prevent sun exposure to a child.
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Importance of Prenatal and Postnatal Care

July 18, 2022 • 7 mins
Dr. Syed talks about the importance of Prenatal and Postnatal Care. Information on reducing maternal morbidity and mortality is discussed in this episode.
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Benefits of Having a Doula During Pregnancy

July 18, 2022 • 22 mins
Dr. Livingston talks about the benefits of having a doula during pregnancy. Information on what is a doula, the benefits, and what is their role during pregnancy is discussed in this episode.
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Transgender Hormone Therapy

June 20, 2022 • 13 mins
Dr. Srivastav discusses transgender hormone therapy. Dr. Srivastav talks about the positive physical and psychological effects, length of the treatment, and the effects of testosterone and estrogen.
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Is Lung Cancer Screening Right For You?

May 31, 2022 • 12 mins
Just like mammography and colonoscopy, there is lung cancer screening for individuals who qualify. Lung cancer screening is simple and painless and early detection is the best opportunity to beat this illness.
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Colon Cancer: Learn more about screening, signs, and symptoms

April 18, 2022 • 10 mins
Dr. Thomas Nicholson leads a discussion focusing on colon and rectal cancer, including when you should receive screenings, and the treatment options and procedures available at UPMC.
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Child Abuse Awareness

April 13, 2022 • 10 mins
April is Child Abuse Awareness Month and the UPMC CAC of Central Pa. Is preparing to open its third location to help those children and families experiencing abuse and navigating the healing process. Lynn Carson will discuss signs of abuse, types of abuse, provide the history of the CAC and how it serves the community.
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Syphilis on the Rise

March 1, 2022 • 13 mins
Ciara Shank leads a discussion on the symptoms, stages,as well as treatment and treatment of syphilis.
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