The Health Podcast

The Health Podcast

At Pullman Regional Hospital, we want to be your source for healthcare information. The Health Podcast is designed so you can hear from your local medical experts on health topics relevant to you.

Episodes

May 6, 2025
tennis-elbow-causes-symptoms-and-treatments

Dr. Michael Osterholt, Sports Medicine Physician and Team Physician for Washington State University Athletics, breaks down what Tennis Elbow is, how it's diagnosed, and what treatment options are available.

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postoperative-nausea-vomiting

Gara Knudtson, Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice and Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist with Pullman Anesthesia at Pullman Regional Hospital, explains why some patients experience nausea and vomiting after a surgical procedure, what CRNAs can do to help redu...

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how-much-protein-should-i-eat

Jana Wieser, Registered Dietitian and Nutrition Therapy Director at Pullman Regional Hospital, provides a guide to protein consumption. Learn how to determine how much protein you should be consuming each day, animal versus plant-based protein sources, and risks a...

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preparing-your-home-for-a-total-joint-replacement-surgery

Maile Keller, Physical Therapy Assistant and Orthopedic Care Coordinator at Pullman Regional Hospital, discusses how patients can best prepare their homes for their total joint replacement surgery. She talks through furniture considerat...

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what-type-of-sunscreen-should-i-use

Angeline Smith, ARNP at Pullman Family Medicine and Palouse Health Center, talk about sunscreen options with UVA and UVB protection, SPF 30 or higher, and whether or not water-resistant sunscreen is needed. Angeline speaks about intense sun exposure and high...

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cardiac-stress-tests-what-to-expect

Helen Shores Peters, Registered Radiologic Technologist and Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist, walks through what a cardiac stress test is, what the test involves, and how patients can best prepare.

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shingles-an-expert-s-perspective

Angeline Smith, ARNP at Pullman Family Medicine and Palouse Health Center, tackles key questions about shingles. Is it a reactivation of the chickenpox virus? What triggers it, and what are the symptoms? Find out if shingles is contagious and who is at risk. Ex...

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breaking-down-stress-fractures

Dr. Jesse Shaw, Sports Medicine Physician, 'breaks' down what stress fractures are, how they differ from broken bones, what they feel like, and how they heal.

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what-happens-when-someone-faints

Dr. Garrett Luettgen, Emergency Medicine Physician at Pullman Regional Hospital, breaks down what happens when someone faints, what you should do to help, and when to seek medical attention.

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your-awkward-questions-answered-utis

It's not quite as hard as it used to be but some people are still uncomfortable talking about urinary tract infections or UTIs. Dr. Brenna Harris discusses UTIs, their symptoms, if they're contagious, possible treatment options, and other commonly asked que...

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cesarean-deliveries-what-does-recovery-look-like

A Cesarean is major surgery so how can expecting mothers prepare for a c-section? Dr. Drue Webb discusses how to prepare for a c-section, the recovery timeline, and more.

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do-i-have-seasonal-affective-disorder

Ever wondered why you feel a little blue in the winter months? Christine Land, board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at Palouse Psychiatry & Behavioral Health, breaks down what Seasonal Affective Disorder is, what symptoms are as...

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psa-testing-what-all-men-need-to-know

Did you know that a PSA test measures the level of PSA (prostate-specific antigen) in a man's blood? Hear from Dr. Keizur about what heightened levels can mean, who should get tested, and how often a PSA test should be repeated.

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labor-inductions-everything-you-need-to-know

Hear from Dr. Theresa Myers, OB/GYN at Moscow Pullman OB/GYN, about what inducing labor means, what happens during the process, and what potential risks are associated with inducing labor.

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audiology-agriculture-what-you-need-to-knowAgriculture is a main industry on the Palouse, but what do farmers need to do to protect their hearing out in the field? Dr. Anna Curet, Audiologist, breaks down what hearing protection looks like, what options are available, and why hearing preserva...
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March 6, 2023
adhdPeople throw the term ADHD around all the time but do they really know what the condition is all about? Dr. Chad Sanders discusses ADHD, treatment options, and more.
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February 22, 2023
what-is-a-hospitalistYou may have heard the word hospitalist said in passing conversation but you may not have known what it meant. Dr. Guillermo Modad discusses what a hospitalist does and the role they play in medical care.
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introducing-the-family-medicine-residency-programWe're training the next generation of physicians right here in Pullman! The Family Medicine Residency Program is a partnership between Pullman Regional Hospital & Washington State University. Learn more about the program, meet the program direc...
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preventative-care-pap-smearsWomen have a lot on their plates these days so sometimes it can slip our minds to keep up with preventative care, like pap smears. Dr. Molly Thompson walks through what a pap smear entails, what you can expect at your appointment, why it's important to get one, and...
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preventative-care-colonoscopiesSometimes, people get a little bit shy when it comes to talking about colonoscopies. Dr. Nancy Panko discusses the importance of getting a colonoscopy, what the process entails, how frequently you should get one, and more.
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