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MedStar Health DocTalk (series)How AI (Artificial Intelligence) Is Transforming Breast Cancer DetectionWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netIn this episode of MedStar Health DocTalk, host Debra Schindler sits down with Dr. Nicole Sakla, a breast radiologist and published researcher in artificial intelligence, to explore how AI is changing the way mammograms are read and how it can help radiologists detect disease earlier, sometimes by years.Learn how AI tools flag subtle patterns invisible to the human eye, act as a double-check system for radiologists...
2025-11-0436 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)Straight to the Heart—Through the Wrist: Transradial Cardiac Catheterizations ExplainedWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netIn this episode of our podcast DocTalk, host Debra Schindler sits down with MedStar Health interventional cardiologist Dr. John Wang, director of the Cardiac Catheterization Labs at MedStar Union Memorial Hospital and MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center in Baltimore, to explore how cardiac catheterizations have evolved, and why the transradial approach (through the wrist) is transforming catheterization procedures.Traditionally performed through the femoral artery in the groin, cardiac caths...
2025-09-1832 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)Total Shoulder Replacement or ArthroplastyWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netThe shoulder is the most mobile and most complex joint in the human body, which also makes it vulnerable to injury and arthritis. Each year, nearly 60,000 Americans undergo shoulder replacement surgery, also known as total shoulder arthroplasty (TSA).In this episode of MedStar Health DocTalk, host Debra Schindler sits down with orthopedic surgeon Dr. Ryan Hoffman, a shoulder and elbow specialist at MedStar Health, to explore:
2025-08-1328 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)The Benefits of Proton TherapyWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netMedStar Georgetown University Hospital is proud to be the first and most experienced facility in the Washington, D.C. region to offer proton therapy with HYPERSCAN™. Our team of physicians at MedStar Georgetown is made up of the D.C. area’s leading experts, who have specialized knowledge in numerous cancer types and are at the forefront of the latest advances in treatment. We are committed to seeing patients within 48 hours, prov...
2025-08-0709 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)Treating Prostate Tumors in 5 SessionsWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.net | MedStar Georgetown University Hospital was the first hospital on the East Coast to offer CyberKnife technology. Our team is among the world’s most experienced CyberKnife sites having treated more than 2,400 patients with prostate cancer and performed more than 35,000 treatments in total. Unlike traditional radiation that’s given in 40 sessions over eight to nine weeks, CyberKnife can treat prostate cancer in just five visits. Dr. Jonathan Lischalk, a radiation oncologist at MedSt...
2025-07-0325 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)What's Carotid Artery Disease?Would like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netIn this episode of MedStar Health DocTalk, host Debra Schindler speaks with Dr. Othman Abdul-Malak, MD, MSC, a vascular expert, to break down the what carotid artery disease is, and how it can lead to stroke, mini-strokes (TIAs), and sudden vision loss. Learn how to recognize early warning signs—like facial droop, arm weakness, or sudden speech problems—and why acting fast can save brain function. Dr. Abdu...
2025-06-1241 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)Breaking the Silence on Women's Urinary IncontinenceWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netIn this episode of MedStar Health DocTalk, host Debra Schindler tackles a topic that many women face but few discuss: urinary incontinence. With an estimated 25 million American women affected, it's time to break the silence. Joined by MedStar Health urogynecologist Dr. Abigail Davenport, they delve into the myths surrounding incontinence, the different types, and the various treatment options available. From urgency incontinence to stress urinary incontinence, Dr. Davenport provides invaluable insights...
2025-05-0930 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)Arthritis AwarenessWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netAccording to the CDC, an estimated 58.5 million US adults have been diagnosed with some type of arthritis. Arthritis Awareness Month is observed every May, and it's a time to inform people about this complex group of debilitating diseases. The goal of this episode is to educate listeners about the impact of arthritis, how to promote lifestyle changes for prevention, and highlight the importance of research and support for those living with...
2025-05-0719 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)A Colonoscopy Can Save Your LifeWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netMarch is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Colorectal cancer is the fourth most commonly diagnosed cancer in the U.S. and the second leading cause of cancer deaths. Yet this cancer can be prevented with screening and is highly treatable when detected early. On this episode of our DocTalk podcast, we’re discussing colon cancer with Dr. Walid Chalhoub, the Division Chief of Gastroenterology at MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center, and the Co...
2025-03-2533 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease aka GERDWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netAre you one of the many who experience heartburn or acid reflux? In our latest episode, host Debra Schindler separates fact from fiction about gastroesophageal reflux disease -or GERD- with MedStar Health gastroenterologist Vinshi Khan, MD. Learn why long term complications from GERD make treatment so important. If you would like to provide feedback on this podcast, or get more information on hand tumors, send Debra an email: ...
2025-02-1936 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)Scoliosis with Dr. Zan NaseerWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netIn the latest episode of MedStar Health DocTalk, orthopedic surgeon Zan Nasser, MD, who specializes in spine surgery, discusses the facts and fiction of scoliosis. From understanding the basics of curvature of the spine, to treatment options, patients, parents, and healthcare professionals alike, this podcast has something for everyone.Contrary to popular belief, scoliosis isn't solely a teenage affliction nor is it caused by poor posture. In fact, scoliosis...
2025-02-1736 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)Pulsed Field Ablation for Treating AFibWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netA groundbreaking innovation is making waves for the approximate six million Americans who suffer with atrial fibrillation (AFib). It’s called pulsed field ablation. In our latest podcast episode, host Debra Schindler talks with Dr. Sunjeet Sidhu, a renowned cardiac electrophysiologist at MedStar Health, to explore the intricacies and benefits of this safer, faster, cutting-edge treatment. The number of those suffering with AFib, may even be an underestimate, but sta...
2025-01-1737 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)Stem Cell Transplant & Cellular ImmunologyWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netThe MedStar Georgetown University Hospital Stem Cell Transplant and Cellular Immunotherapy Program is the only adult, FACT-accredited program in the Washington, D.C., area. We give patients with cancers affecting the blood or immune system and other disorders access to life-saving treatment options not otherwise available in our region. These include:· Allogeneic stem cell transplant· Autologous stem cell transplant· CAR T-cell therapyAlaa Ali, MD, MSC, i...
2025-01-1418 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)Ductal Carcinoma In Situ (DCIS) with Dr Maen FarhaWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netIn our latest episode of MedStar Health DocTalk, Debra Schindler talks with MedStar Health breast surgeon, Maen Farha, MD, medical director of the Breast Center at MedStar Good Samaritan Hospital in Baltimore, about the most common breast cancer diagnosis: ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS). Learn more about the contained, early-stage disease, the intricacies of diagnosis, and the personalized treatment options available. Dr. Farha shares valuable experience and a wealth o...
2024-12-3131 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)Stomach Cancer: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment PathwaysWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netStomach cancer, often referred to as gastric cancer, is a sneaky cancer. Its symptoms can be easily mistaken for more benign conditions like indigestion or acid reflux, making early detection a challenge. In our latest podcast episode, we delve into this complex disease with the help of two esteemed experts: gastroenterologist Dr. Walid Chaloub, and Dr. Reetu Mukherji, a medical oncologist from MedStar Georgetown Cancer Institute in D.C. Ho...
2024-12-1248 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)Healthcare Innovation and Reducing Hospital ReadmissionsWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.net | In the latest episode of MedStar Health DocTalk, host Debra Schindler talks with Dr. Ethan Booker, an emergency physician at MedStar Washington Hospital Center, and the chief medical officer of Telehealth at MedStar Health. The focus of the discussion is a pressing issue in healthcare: hospital readmissions. With the Affordable Care Act penalizing hospitals for patient readmissions within 30 days, healthcare systems are under pressure to innovate and enhance patient ca...
2024-11-1944 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month: What to KnowWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netLung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths in both men and women, resulting in more cancer deaths than breast, prostate, and colorectal cancers combined. It can take years to develop and is difficult to detect in early stages when there is greater potential for a cure. Fortunately, lung cancer survival rates are improving, thanks to advances in screening and treatment options, including breakthrough therapies that we're leading a...
2024-11-0424 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)Finding Breast Cancer with Dr. Michelle Townsend DayWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netIn this episode of MedStar Health DocTalk, we explore the critical aspects of breast cancer detection and the intricacies of mammography with Dr. Michelle Townsend Day, Chair of the Department of Radiology and Section Chief of Breast Imaging at MedStar Good Samaritan and MedStar Union Memorial Hospitals. Hosted by Debra Schindler, this episode delves into the advancements in breast imaging, the significance of early detection, and the challenges f...
2024-10-1033 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)Plantar Fibromatosis with Dr. Paul CarrollWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netFoot pain is a common issue that many of us face at some point in our lives. While plantar fasciitis is often the culprit, there's another- probably under-reported condition that deserves attention: plantar fibromatosis, also known as Ledderhose disease. In our latest podcast episode, Debra Schindler takes a dive deep into this lesser-known condition with MedStar Health podiatric foot and ankle surgeon, Dr. Paul Carroll.Plantar fibromatosis affects approximately 200,000...
2024-08-1424 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)EEGs and the brain: insights from Syed Shabbir, MDWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netIn our latest podcast episode, we delve into the fascinating world of brain waves and neurological diagnostics with Dr. Syed Shabbir, Director of Epilepsy and Medical Director of the EEG Lab at Medstar Franklin Square Medical Center. Hosted by Debra Schindler, this episode sheds light on the complexities of the human brain and the critical role of electroencephalograms (EEGs) in diagnosing and treating neurological disorders. The human brain is a...
2024-08-0643 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)Blood Cancers with Dr. Kieron DunleavyWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.net | Join us for an insightful episode with Dr. Kieran Dunleavy, an internationally recognized expert in lymphoma and blood cancers. Learn about the innovative treatments and clinical trials happening at Medstar Georgetown University Hospital that are transforming patient care. Discover how accurate diagnosis and cutting-edge therapies like CAR T cells and bispecific antibodies are improving outcomes and reducing toxicity. Don't miss this opportunity to stay informed about the future of cancer treatment. L...
2024-06-0431 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)All things thyroid; a discussion on thyroid heath with Dr. Paul SackWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netUnlock the mysteries of thyroid health with our special guest, Dr. Paul Sack from MedStar Union Memorial Hospital in Baltimore. Ever wondered how a tiny gland in your neck can orchestrate the harmony of your body's systems? Dr. Sack reveals the critical role of the thyroid gland, its impact on overall health, and the complexities of diagnosing conditions like hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, Graves' disease, thyroid nodules, and thyroid cancer. Through our conversation...
2024-05-3151 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)The Silent Threat of Esophageal CancerWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netComprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine from the largest healthcare system in the Maryland D.C. region: this is MedStar Health DocTalk.In our latest podcast episode, host Debra Schindler talks with thoracic surgeon Dr. Duane Monteith and gastroenterologist Dr. Dana Sloan for a comprehensive look into esophageal cancer. They discuss everything from early symptoms and risk factors to advanced treatment options like minimally invasive surgery...
2024-05-1534 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month: What to KnowWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netDid you know that Colorectal cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States in men and women combined? March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. On this episode of our DocTalk podcast, we’re discussing colon cancer. Dr. Priyanka Kanth, the Director of the Gastrointestinal Cancer Prevention Program at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital talks about every aspect of colon cancer from symptoms, stages, causes, and treatment.Ha...
2024-03-0824 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)Young people and heart health featuring Miss D.C. 2023Would like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netIn this heart-stirring episode of MedStar Health DocTalk, we delve into the alarming trend of heart attack fatalities among the young. With heart disease steadfastly holding its ground as the leading cause of death in the U.S., our host Debra Schindler sits down with cardiologists Dr. Barbara Srichai and Dr. Estelle Jean from the MedStar Heart and Vascular Institute to dissect the why's and how's of this disturbing rise.
2024-02-1435 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)Let's talk AFib, or atrial fibrillationWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netElectrophysiologist Dr. Richard Jones, of the MedStar Heart and Vascular Institute, talks about symptoms and treatment for the full spectrum of the most common form of cardiac arrythmia: atrial fibrillation. Are you feeling a flutter in your chest, or maybe your smartwatch is signaling an irregular heartbeat? It's time to tune in to your heart's health because atrial fibrillation (AFib) is not just a condition for the te...
2024-01-3147 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)The athlete's heart: A deep dive into sports cardiology with Dr. Aubrey GrantWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netIn our latest podcast episode, Debra sits down with Dr. Aubrey Grant, a sports and performance cardiologist at Medstar Health, who offers a deep dive into sports cardiology, the athlete's heart, and its capacity to remodel itself. Dr. Grant, a graduate of the only sports cardiology fellowship in the country, shares his unique insights into the physiological wonders of high-performance athletes. He explains how the heart, much like any...
2024-01-0531 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)Multiple sclerosis 101Would like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netBoard certified neurologist Dr. Tamar Harel discusses the complex autoimmune disorder, multiple sclerosis. Multiple sclerosis is triggered by the immune system attacking the protective sheath surrounding nerve fibers, known as myelin, as something foreign. Symptoms include fatigue, loss of coordination, pain, and memory and vision loss. For details on diagnosis and treatment options, listen to this week's episode of MedStar Health DocTalk with host, Debra Schindler. debra.schindler@medstar.ne...
2024-01-0537 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)Cervical cancer: prevention, diagnosing and treatmentWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netDr. Irinia Tunnage of MedStar Health, talks with host Debra Schindler about the signs, symptoms, screening and treatment of cervical cancer. For more episodes of MedStar Health DocTalk, go to medstarhealth.org/doctalk.
2023-12-0426 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)Endometrial cancer is uterine cancerWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netAccording to the American Cancer Society, approximately 66,000 new cases of uterine cancer are currently diagnosed each year. Unlike most cancers in the Unites States, endometrial cancer, the most common type of uterine cancer, has been increasing in both incidence and death rates and there is no way to effectively screen for it. That’s why it’s important to understand the risk factors for and symptoms of endometrial cancer as well as h...
2023-11-0933 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)Lung cancer: what is it, where is it, and how do we treat it?Would like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netMedical oncologist Dr. Joshua Reuss, an expert in lung cancer, mesothelioma and thymoma, and pulmonologist Dr. Rebecca Krochmal, an expert in benign and malignant airway and pleural disease, both with MedStar Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, D.C., address questions related to finding and treating lung cancer.To listen to and download all episodes, visit: https://www.medstarhealth.org/news-an....Learn more about Dr. Reuss: https://www.m...
2023-11-0833 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)Transradial approach to uterine fibroid embolization (UFE)Would like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netThere’s a game changer in the treatment of uterine fibroids. Women whose lives are compromised by pain, long periods, severe bleeding, anemia and other symptoms of the muscular tumors, can opt for an embolization through the wrist. Known as transradial uterine fibroid embolization, or UFE, the doctor access the uterus though a single tiny opening in the wrist, while the patient is under twilight sedation. Most procedures take less than an...
2023-10-0252 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)Hope for Kienbock's disease: the mysterious wrist conditionWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netKienbock’s disease, a debilitating condition where a wrist bone collapses and dies, has no known cause. Typically affecting young men in their teens or twenties, untreated Kienbock’s disease can result in progressive arthritis in the wrist and loss of function. For no clear reason, the lunate, one of eight small bones in the wrist, loses blood supply and the bone collapses. But how common is this extremely pain...
2023-08-1441 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)Let's talk liver massesWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netLiver masses or lesions are increasingly being identified incidentally during imaging tests and through bloodwork for unrelated conditions. While most are benign, many are complex making them difficult to accurately diagnose and treat. That’s why it’s important to see a specialist who can determine the specific type and nature of the lesion as the most appropriate treatment can vary greatly. During this podcast, Dr. Abhinav Sankineni, an interventional gastroenterologist, and...
2023-07-2031 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)What's an electromyography (EMG)? And why do I need one?Would like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netFrom a test that lasts an average of 40-minutes, patients with nerve injuries or neuro-muscular conditions can learn a lot about the health of the nerves signaling messages to muscles. The test is called an electromyography, or EMG. Neurologist Dr. Derrick Fox of MedStar Health explains why the test is useful, who should be tested, what information is gleaned from it, how it is conducted, and more....
2023-06-1641 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)Understanding menopauseWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netNight sweats, hot flushes, female discomfort and dryness, anxiety, and weight gain are just a few symptoms of menopause. How does a woman get there?What are the facts and myths about this change that can make a woman feel less feminine and outdated? On MedStar Health’s podcast DocTalk, Christina Enzmann, MD, a gynecologist and menopause specialist at MedStar Good Samaritan Hospital in Baltimore, brings a fre...
2023-05-2244 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)Understanding peripheral artery disease?Would like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netComprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on MedStar Health Doc Talk.By the time we reach our 40’s, about 10-million Americans have some degree of plaque build-up in the arteries, called atherosclerosis. Deposits of that plaque in the arteries can impede or block the blood flow to the legs. It’s called peripheral artery disease, or P-A-D, PAD- a...
2023-04-1932 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)Understanding thyroid cancerWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netThe thyroid gland is a small butterfly shaped organ that secretes hormones that help regulate metabolism, heart rate, blood pressure, and body temperature. Though uncommon, when cancer grows in the thyroid, it's not often aggressive, and very treatable when found early. Dr. Vinay Gupta, a surgical oncologist at MedStar Health, talks with host Debra Schindler about diagnosing and treating thyroid cancer. For more information on thyroid cancer, go to Me...
2023-04-0124 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)Lung nodulesWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netLung nodules are found in up to half of adults who get a chest x-ray or CT scan. Often called a spot on the lung or a shadow, they usually don’t cause any noticeable problems. However, in some cases, they can be an early sign of cancer. That’s why it’s important to seek follow-up care to accurately diagnose and monitor lung nodules. During this podcast, Dr. Ziv Gamliel, chief...
2023-03-1535 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)CyberKnife® radiation treatment for prostate cancerWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netComprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on MedStar Health Doc Talk. CyberKnife®, also known as stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT), is non-surgical, highly precise, targeted radiation, with minimal damage to surrounding healthy tissue. Unlike conventional prostate radiation therapy that can take up to 40 sessions, CyberKnife treats prostate cancer in only five treatments. This treatment is extremely accurate and painless. This treatment caus...
2023-03-1321 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)Social determinants of healthWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netThe color of your skin, the community you belong to, and the place you call home are the largest predictors of health and longevity, according to a recent research article. These, and other non-medical factors are called social determinants of health. Learn more from Drs. Luke Carlson and Andrea Gaspar from Care Transformation about how MedStar Health is helping their communities on the latest episode of our podcast DocTalk. F...
2023-03-0229 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)Veterans’ Health Administration adds MedStar Georgetown University Hospital to its National Solid Organ Transplant NetworkWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netComprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on MedStar Health Doc Talk. Veterans across the country who are in need of a life-saving liver or kidney transplant now can receive these procedures at one of the top transplant centers in the nation, MedStar Georgetown Transplant Institute, thanks to the recent inclusion of the MedStar Health program in the Veterans Health Administration network. The...
2023-02-2717 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)Transforming the treatment of brain and spine tumorsWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netThough rare, there are more than 100 different types of brain and spine tumors, making them complex to diagnose and treat. Because of this, a multi-disciplinary approach to treatment that brings together specialists that include neurosurgeons, radiation oncologists, medical oncologists, neuro-oncologists, and other experts is essential for the best outcomes. During this podcast, Dr. Teresa Wojtasiewicz, a neurosurgeon; medical oncologist Dr. Mahsa Mohebtash; and radiation oncologist Kelly Orwat; all with the Neuro-Oncology...
2023-02-0233 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)Advanced heart failureWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netOver 6 million adults in the United States are living with heart failure. Simply put, heart failure means that the heart isn’t pumping as well as it should be. While this is a serious condition, many people with heart failure can lead a full life when it is managed properly. It’s important to recognize the symptoms and understand the various treatment options –from medical management through transplant. Dr. Erika Feller, a MedS...
2023-01-1844 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)Advancements in the treatment of gastrointestinal cancersWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netComprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on MedStar Health Doc Talk.What are some of the most recent advancements in targeted treatments for patients with GI cancers? Have there been any recent advancements in how we use immunotherapy to treat GI cancers? And how do patients with localized GI cancers like rectal and pancreatic cancer benefit from having access to a mu...
2023-01-1224 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)Cyberknife for the treatment of prostate cancerWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netDue, in large part, to advances in treatment, more men are surviving prostate cancer than ever before. Through the use of state-of-the-art technologies, such as CyberKnife, which makes it possible to deliver targeted radiation directly to the tumor—painlessly and without an incision—many patients are experiencing better outcomes with fewer side effects than other treatment options. Dr. Stephen Ronson, MD, a radiation oncologist at MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center and MedS...
2022-12-2726 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)Advancements in the treatment of non-small cell lung cancerWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netComprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on MedStar Health Doc Talk. What are some of the most exciting innovations in the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer? What role do lung cancer screenings play in catching lung cancer at an earlier stage? And how does our multidisciplinary team determine the best course of treatment for a patient with lung cancer? Dr. Jo...
2022-11-2526 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)Pancreatic cancerWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netThough it’s a rare type of cancer, pancreatic cancer is the third leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States. That's because pancreatic cancer symptoms aren't obvious in early stages and there is no official screening for it yet. So, most people don't know they have it until it has advanced to a stage when it is challenging to treat. During this podcast, Dr. Edward McCarron, a surgical oncologist at...
2022-11-2217 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)Outpatient joint replacementWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netComprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on MedStar Health Doc Talk.While some post-surgical patients like to be cared for in the hospital, other patients want to return home as soon as possible. Now for joint replacement, outpatient surgery is becoming the norm. But how does the hospital safely take care of its patients when they aren’t under their roof? On this episode of D...
2022-11-2112 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)The Curtis National Hand Center and reconstructing handsWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netComprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on MedStar Health Doc Talk. One of the medical legacies of World War II is combining the expertise of orthopedic, neurology and plastic surgery into one medical specialty: Hand Surgery. It was in 1947 when Dr. Ray Curtis was discharged from the Army and brought his expertise in hand surgery and reconstruction to MedStar Uni...
2022-11-1435 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)Living kidney donationWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netComprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on MedStar Health Doc Talk. Who is eligible to be a living donor? What are kidney swaps and exchanges? And can someone be a living donor even if they don't have a specific recipient in mind? Dr. Jennifer Verbesey specializes in kidney/pancreas transplantation for adults and children, and live donor nephrectomies. Dr. Verbesey is di...
2022-11-1023 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)Hyberbaric oxygen therapy for wound healingWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netComprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on MedStar Health Doc Talk.Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) is used to treat some chronic, non-healing wounds. Initially utilized to treat decompression sickness in divers, HBOT is now used for a number of medical problems, both chronic and acute. It is a simple yet effective treatment process in which a patient breathes pure oxygen inside a pressurized chamber, al...
2022-10-2818 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)Progress in treating early stage and metastatic breast cancerWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netComprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on MedStar Health Doc Talk.What are the most common types of breast cancer? How do doctors decide how we treat each type? Have there been advances that allow one to be more individualized in the treatment of women with early stage breast cancer? Dr. Claudine Isaacs, Medical Oncologist, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, has over 20 years of ex...
2022-10-2522 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)Caring for the caregiverWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netComprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on MedStar Health Doc Talk. Meet Dr. George Hennawi, physician executive director of Geriatrics and Senior Services for MedStar Health. Caring for an elderly adult can be rewarding but can come with many challenges. Caregiver burnout is common. So, who is taking care of the caregiver? Learn more about how getting questions answered, explaining health conditions, and find resources can mak...
2022-10-1315 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)New guidelines for lung cancer screeningsWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netComprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on MedStar Health Doc Talk.Lung cancer has historically been the nation’s deadliest cancer, claiming the lives of more than 135,000 annually. But with advances in screening for lung cancer in recent years, along with new screening guidelines, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force is hoping to change these statistics. In fact, the new...
2022-10-1121 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)Innovations in breast surgeryWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netComprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on MedStar Health Doc Talk.Who needs Breast Surgery? What types of surgery do patients often get for breast cancer? And what are some of the new, exciting surgical innovations in the field of breast surgery? Dr. Lucy Maria De La Cruz is Chief, Breast Surgery and Director of the Betty Lou Ourisman Breast Health Cen...
2022-10-1017 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)Shoulder conditions, therapy, and treatmentComprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on MedStar Health Doc Talk.What are the most common causes of shoulder pain? And how is a reverse shoulder replacement different from a regular shoulder replacement? Dr. Brent Wiesel is an Orthopaedic surgeon who specializes in shoulder and elbow surgery. Listen to Dr. Wiesel explain when someone should seek medical attention for a shoulder issue, what are the warning signs or symptoms that a person might need care, the typical course of a shoulder injury diagnosis, and more. Dr. Wiesel is chief of...
2022-09-1013 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)Breast cancer screeningsSend us a textComprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on MedStar Health Doc Talk.Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in women…a fact attributed in part, to advances in screenings. When found early, it is easier to treat successfully. That’s why mammograms, along with clinical breast exams and general breast awareness, are vital for the early detection of breast cancer. During this podcast, Dr. Daria Abolghasemi, a breast surgeon at MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center and MedStar Health Bel Air Med...
2022-09-0817 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)Pituitary tumorsWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netComprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on MedStar Health Doc Talk. The pituitary gland is the size of a pea, yet it releases many of the hormones that allow us to live our lives. From its location at the base of the skull, it controls temperature sensations, stress levels, menstrual cycles, and more. Given the gland’s small size, pituitary tumors are s...
2022-09-0214 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)Shoulder instabilityWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.net Comprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on MedStar Health Doc Talk.When shoulder pain becomes so bad that you can’t sleep, put on a shirt, or work – is shoulder replacement surgery inevitable? MedStar Health shoulder and elbow surgeon Dr. Melissa Wright explains the symptoms to look for, the non-surgical options, and the wide variety of available surgical procedures on this episode...
2022-08-3115 minMedStar Health DocTalk (series)All About Atrial FibrillationWould like like to share feedback on this podcast? Or suggest another topic for us to explore? Click here, or email us at DocTalk@medstar.netComprehensive, relevant and insightful conversations about health and medicine happen here… on MedStar Health Doc Talk.Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) is the most common type of arrhythmia. In the US, it affects between 2.7 million to 6.1 million Americans, and that number is projected to rise to 12.1 million in 2030.Dr. Sunjeet Sidhu, cardiac electrophysiologist, discusses atrial fibrillation (AFib)—including risk factors, signs, and symptoms. We’ll als...
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