When babies are born, they often have flat spots, which typically round out within the first couple months of life. However, when this doesn't happen, it can lead to flat head syndrome, also known as plagiocephaly. Dr. Pat Ricalde, oral and maxillofacial surgeon, joins us to explore what causes this condition and how it can be prevented.…

Doctors and hospitals can be scary experiences for children, but health care designed specifically for kids can help reduce their fear. Erin Frost, a Child Life Specialist, discusses the impact of kid-friendly environments and how her role helps children and their families cope in health care settings.…

During the pandemic, social distancing reduced our exposure to germs, which led to weakened immune systems. In this episode, Pediatrician Dr. Monica Kharbanda discusses how this and other factors are leading to children getting sicker from common illnesses like the flu.Bởi BayCare Health System

Puberty is a phase of physical and emotional development that often brings challenges for both children and their parents. Pediatrician Dr. Kristen Lagor joins us to offer tips on how to stay physically and mentally healthy during this time.Bởi BayCare Health System

Whether you're expecting a newborn or looking for a pediatrician for your child or teenager, choosing the right provider for your family can feel overwhelming. Pediatric resident Dr. Jordan Coyner shares key factors to consider, from practical logistics to building a personal connection.Bởi BayCare Health System

Did you know that one in five Americans are unaware that they have diabetes? Join Dr. Dhriti Das, a board-certified expert in internal medicine and endocrinology, as she discusses the various types of diabetes, testing methods, prevention strategies and key risk factors.Bởi BayCare Health System

Swimming and other water activities are a fun way for kids to stay active, but safety is key at every age. Camille Yodzis, wellness and safety educator, discusses safety tips from infants to adults in all bodies of water.Bởi BayCare Health System

Playing sports offers many benefits for keeping your child healthy, but it's important to be mindful of potential injuries. Orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Tracey DeLucia, discusses common injuries in children and teens, and how to prevent them with proper equipment and physicals.Bởi BayCare Health System

When you or someone you know gets a diagnosis of lung cancer, all kinds of questions rush through your mind. Dr. Kamran Darabi, Internal Medicine, Hematology-Oncology, discusses what you need to know from screenings to treatments and everything in between.Bởi BayCare Health System

Listen to Dr. Dhriti Das, board-certified in internal medicine and endocrinology discuss what cortisol is and tips to manage our levels.Bởi BayCare Health System

Dr. Germanuel Landfair discusses part two of the Smoking and Your Health discussion where he covers how the chemicals in smoking affect the wound healing and surgery process.Bởi BayCare Health System

There are at least 70 known cancer-causing chemicals in tobacco smoke. Listen to Dr. Germanuel Landfair, an orthopedic surgeon with BayCare discuss the chemicals in smoking and how it impacts our health.Bởi BayCare Health System

Frozen shoulder is a painful condition that causes pain and stiffness in the shoulder. Dr. Christopher Donaldson discusses symptoms, causes and treatment options.Bởi BayCare Health System

Gallstones are common and treatable, but there are times when removal of the gallbladder is the right option. General Surgeon, Ryan Enders discusses gallstones, the treatment options and when surgery is the best option.Bởi BayCare Health System

When it comes to menopause, sometimes the stages can be confusing. Obstetrician and gynecologist, Dr. Irene Wahba explains what perimenopause is, signs and symptoms, perimenopause transition and stages and testing. To listen to part two of our perimenopause series on Treatments and Hormone Replacement Therapy, click here.…

In part two of our episode focusing on perimenopause with obstetrician and gynecologist, Dr. Irene Wahba, we'll be focusing on perimenopause treatments and hormone replacement therapy.Bởi BayCare Health System

Agnes Jastrzebski, a breast nurse navigator and Jennifer Tisdale, a patient accounts coordinator and breast cancer survivor discuss the importance of early detection and what happens following a breast cancer diagnosis.Bởi BayCare Health System

Pickleball is the fastest growing recreational sport in America, and as a result, people are getting injured. Dr. Georges Haidamous discusses common injuries, treatments and prevention tips for the popular sport.Bởi BayCare Health System

Learn about what happens when someone has a stroke, the different types of strokes and what the recovery is like.Bởi BayCare Health System

1 in 5 women in the U.S will experience some degree of infertility. Listen to Dr. Astrid Mondaca discuss secondary infertility.Bởi BayCare Health System

According to the CDC, one in three American adults gets less than the recommended amount of sleep, and sleep deficit is linked to many chronic diseases that threaten our health. So, how can we get the rest we so desperately need, and why is it important?Bởi BayCare Health System

Headed to the OB-GYN and embarrassed to ask certain questions? Dr. Peyton Marr shares some tips and common questions to ask when you go for your check-up.Bởi BayCare Health System

Dr. Fred Brennan shares what you need to know if you have a sprained ankle.Bởi BayCare Health System

Dr. Rogelio Perez, a board-certified gastroenterologist with over 20 years of expertise in providing treatment for a wide variety of difficult GI disorders shares information about the signs and symptoms of inflammatory bowel disease, how it can impact other body systems, and options for how to treat it.…

The colon is a crucial part of our digestive system. A healthy colon can mean a longer, richer life. How do you know if your colon is healthy? And what can you do to keep it that way? General Surgeon Dr. Sahand Bamarni answers those questions and offers insight into keeping your colon healthy.Bởi BayCare Health System

Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths, yet up to 90% of colorectal cancers are preventable. Dr. Keshav Kukreja and Dr. Harsh Patel discuss risk factors, prevention strategies, and raising general awareness of colorectal cancer.Bởi BayCare Health System

Listen to Dr. Jessica Kennard, a gynecologic oncologist as she discusses signs, symptoms, treatment options of ovarian cancer.Bởi BayCare Health System

There is a lot of information about breast cancer awareness and prevention, sometimes it might be overwhelming to take it all in. Listen to Dr. Alicia Billington break down and discuss some of the main things you should know.Bởi BayCare Health System

Learn about skin cancer and prevention tips from dermatologist, Dr. Dahlia Saleh.Bởi BayCare Health System

The National Foot Health Assessment estimates approximately 18 million women and four million men report having bunions every year. Listen to Dr. Felipe Peterson, a board-certified podiatrist, share his knowledge on the diagnosis and treatment of bunions.Bởi BayCare Health System

Listen to Dr. Andrew Boltuch, an orthopedic surgeon specializing in primary and complex surgeries of the upper extremity discuss the common shoulder and elbow injuries he sees, how they happen, how they're treated, and most of all, how they can be avoided.Bởi BayCare Health System

Dr. Pete Petrson, a general and bariatric surgeon with BayCare, discusses the causes, symptoms and treatments of gastroesophageal reflux disease, commonly called GERD.Bởi BayCare Health System

PCOS is a common hormonal disorder that affects women and can often go undiagnosed. Listen to Dr. Sarah Smith, a family medicine physician with BayCare, discuss the diagnosis and treatment of PCOS.Bởi BayCare Health System

Listen to Dr. Clifford J. Raymond, an Interventional Radiologist with BayCare, discuss fibroids and the treatment options available including uterine fibroid embolization.Bởi BayCare Health System

Dr. Christopher Donaldson, an orthopedic surgeon with BayCare, discusses how to know when a shoulder is broken and what to do if it happens.Bởi BayCare Health System

Do you know your health numbers? Listen to Dr. Ernest Gilmore as he discusses four important health numbers you should know including cholesterol, blood pressure and more.Bởi BayCare Health System

Dr. Nick Sexton, an orthopedic surgeon with BayCare, discusses symptoms, causes and treatments of a torn rotator cuff.Bởi BayCare Health System

Dr. Joshua Rovin discusses causes, symptoms and diagnosis of mitral valve regurgitation as well as the preventative measures at treatment options available.Bởi BayCare Health System

Listen as Samantha DeWalt, an Orthopedic Nurse Navigator with BayCare shares some resources for caregivers, especially when it comes to joint replacement surgery.Bởi BayCare Health System

Dr. Ryan Enders, a general surgeon with BayCare discusses hernias and how robotic surgery is making their repair easier and faster for surgeons and patients.Bởi BayCare Health System

Sinusitis a type of sinus infection is a condition that causes a variety of uncomfortable symptoms including headache, facial pain, runny nose, and nasal congestion. Listen to Dr. Mariah Pate an otolaryngologist specializing in head and neck surgery discuss the symptoms and treatments of sinusitis.Bởi BayCare Health System

Heart arrhythmias are an irregular heartbeat. It feels like a fluttering or a racing heart sometimes and can often be harmless. However, some heart arrhythmias may be indicative of serious underlying conditions. Listen to Dr. Rodrigo Bolanos, the electrophysiology lab director, director of Arrhythmia Services at Bostick Heart Center at Winter Haven…

What health questions do you type into Google? Listen to Dr. Julia Jenkins, a family medicine physician and assistant director of the USF/MPM Family Medicine Residency breaks down the top five most Googled health questions.Bởi BayCare Health System

Being pregnant can be a wonderful time for many women, but it does also include some unexpected realities and changes to your body. Listen as neurologist Dr. Laura Dresser discusses migraines and pregnancy, what causes them, how you know the difference between that and a regular headache, remedies and more.…

La diabetes gestacional es un tipo de diabetes que puede desarrollarse durante el embarazo en mujeres que no sufrían de diabetes anteriormente. Según los CDC, cada año, del 2% al 10% de los embarazos en los Estados Unidos se ven afectados por la diabetes gestacional. Escuche a Rosa Rojo, Especialista Certificada en el Cuidado y Educación de la Diab…

The ACL is a ligament in the knee that helps stabilize the joint. Unfortunately, ACL tears are common and they affect your stability and mobility. Listen to Dr. Peter Howard, an orthopedic sports medicine surgeon discuss recent innovations and techniques for treating ACL tears.Bởi BayCare Health System

Dr. Peter Howard, an orthopedic sports medicine surgeon with BayCare discusses the benefits and qualifications for a cartilage replacement surgery.Bởi BayCare Health System

Technology is always developing and changing to satisfy what we need in society and the same can be applied to health care. Listen to Craig Anderson, the Director of Innovation at BayCare discusses the future of technology in health care.Bởi BayCare Health System

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a disease that causes breathing-related issue and roughly 16 million Americans suffer from it. Living with it is difficult, but not impossible. Listen as Dr. Michael Alvarez, board-certified in internal medicine, pulmonary diseases, and critical care medicine at BayCare, discusses tips on how to live …

Each year over 300,000 people 65 and older are hospitalized for hip fractures, according to the CDC. Listen to Dr. Anthony Florschutz, an orthopedic surgeon with BayCare, discuss different types and treatments of hip fractures and various tips to help prevent a hip fracture.Bởi BayCare Health System