John Muir Health combines the latest in communication technology and information to keep our patients healthy and informed. This series provides the most up-to-date medical and health insights in quick, easy-to-digest podcasts. Podcasts are delivered by our world-class medical professionals and offer tips on a variety of aspects of healthy living. These podcasts can also be found at: http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/index.php/rich_media.html http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/index.php/podcast_feed.html Thu, 08 Jan 2009 05:26:30 -0500 FeedCreator 1.7.2-iTunes http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/images/JM_iTunes.jpg http://www.johnmuirhealth.com Feed provided by johnmuirhealth.com. en-us John Muir Health combines the latest in communication technology and information to keep our patients healthy and informed. This series provides the most up-to-date medical and health insights in quick, easy-to-digest podcasts. John Muir Health http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/index.php/rich_media.html With Breast MRI Screening being a procedure reserved for women of increased risk, Dr. Vivian Wing, M.D., chair of the Department of Medical Imaging at John Muir Medical Center, provides a thorough analysis of what family history traits would qualify a woman for an MRI scan. info@johnmuirhealth.com (Vivian Wing, M.D, Radiologist) Vivian Wing, M.D, Radiologist. (925) 947-5396 4:56 Wed, 04 Jun 2008 14:00:00 -0500 http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/downloads/podcast/Podcast-wing_2.mp3 http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/index.php/rich_media.html Gynecologic oncology specialist Babak Edraki. M.D. provides a brief overview of endometrial cancer, the most common form of gynecological malignancy in the U.S. Affecting primarily post-menopausal woman, vaginal bleeding is an early warning sign and should be evaluated immediately. info@johnmuirhealth.com (Babak Edraki, M.D., Gynecologic Oncology) Babak Edraki, M.D., Gynecologic Oncology (925) 627-3440 4:15 Wed, 04 Jun 2008 14:00:00 -0500 http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/downloads/podcast/Podcast-Edraki2.mp3 http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/index.php/rich_media.html With lung cancer being the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the U.S, early detection is crucial for survival. Thoracic Surgeon Michaela Straznicka, M.D. talks about John Muir Health's involvement in the International Early Lung Cancer Detection Program (I-ELCAP), and the criterion for patient participation. info@johnmuirhealth.com (Michaela Straznicka, M.D., Thoracic Surgeon) Michaela Straznicka, M.D., Thoracic Surgeon, (925) 932-6330 6:43 Wed, 04 Jun 2008 14:00:00 -0500 http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/downloads/podcast/Podcast-Straznicka.mp3 http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/index.php/rich_media.html Margot Thelander, genetic counselor at the John Muir Cancer Institute examines the connection between cancer, family history, genetics, and hereditary risks. If you've ever wondered what's involved in genetic counseling, this podcast is for you. info@johnmuirhealth.com (Dr. Margo Thelander) Margo Thelander, M.S., Certified Genetic Counselor 4:11 Wed, 04 Jun 2008 14:00:00 -0500 http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/downloads/podcast/Podcast-Genetic_Counseling-Testing.mp3 http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/index.php/rich_media.html Surgeon Deborah Kerlin, from the John Muir Cancer Institute, discusses the hows, whens, and whys of getting a second opinion about your breast health. Have you been recently diagnosed with breast cancer? Or have reason to be concerned? Dr. Kerlin gives you the inside scoop. info@johnmuirhealth.com (Dr. Deborah Kerlin, M.D., Surgeon) Deborah Kerlin, M.D., Surgeon 3:34 Wed, 04 Jun 2008 14:00:00 -0500 http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/downloads/podcast/Podcast-Getting_a_Second_Opinion.mp3 http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/index.php/rich_media.html Cancer care specialist Dr. Ann Wexler M.D discusses multiple options for effectively using hormonal therapy in the treatment of breast cancer to prevent or block naturally occurring estrogen from stimulating cancer cell growth in both pre- and post-menopausal women. info@johnmuirhealth.com (Ann M. Wexler, M.D.) Ann M. Wexler, M.D. - (925) 939-9610 4:52 Wed, 04 Jun 2008 14:00:00 -0500 http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/downloads/podcast/Podcast-Wexler.mp3 http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/index.php/rich_media.html The innovative Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS) procedure is an innovative minimally invasive way to perform a lymph node biopsy for patients with more advanced stages of lung cancer. Thoracic surgeon Michaela Straznicka, M.D. provides details on how and when EBUS is used. info@johnmuirhealth.com (Michaela Straznicka, M.D., Thoracic Surgeon) Michaela Straznicka, M.D., Thoracic Surgeon, (925) 932-6330 4:30 Mon, 23 Jun 2008 14:00:00 -0500 http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/downloads/podcast/Podcast-Straznicka-Ebus.mp3 http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/index.php/rich_media.html Ovarian cancer is an aggressive disease with vague early warning signs that affects 20,000 women in the U.S. each year. In this podcast, gynecologic oncology specialist Babak Edraki. M.D. discusses risk factors, diagnosis, and treatment options. info@johnmuirhealth.com (Babak Edraki, M.D., Gynecologic Oncology) Babak Edraki, M.D., Gynecologic Oncology (925) 627-3440 6:10 Wed, 04 Jun 2008 14:00:00 -0500 http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/downloads/podcast/Podcast-Edraki3.mp3 http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/index.php/rich_media.html Intrigued by the idea of Robotic Surgery in Gynecological Procedures? John Muir Health's Dr. Babak Edraki talks about this relatively new and minimally invasive surgery technique. info@johnmuirhealth.com (Dr. Babar Edraki) Babar Edraki, M.D., Gynecologic Oncology (925) 627-3440 3:13 Wed, 04 Jun 2008 14:00:00 -0500 http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/downloads/podcast/Podcast-Oncology_Robotic_Surgery.mp3 http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/index.php/rich_media.html Urologist Brian Hopkins, M.D. reports on the state-of-the-art robotic prostatectomy, a minimally invasive procedure that often produces speedier recoveries, less pain, and shorter hospital stays. John Muir has the busiest laparoscopic robotic surgery program in Northern California. info@johnmuirhealth.com (Brian Hopkins, M.D., Urologic Surgical Oncologist) Brian D. Hopkins, M.D., Urologic Surgical Oncologist (925) 937-7740 2:54 Wed, 04 Jun 2008 14:00:00 -0500 http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/downloads/podcast/Podcast-Hopkins-Prostate.mp3 http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/index.php/rich_media.html Dr. Vivian Wing, M.D., chair of the Department of Medical Imaging at John Muir Medical Center, reports on the recent advances in digital mammography and on what categories of women would benefit the most from digital scans. info@johnmuirhealth.com (Vivian Wing, M.D, Radiologist) Vivian Wing, M.D, Radiologist. (925) 947-5396 5:02 Tue, 16 Sep 2008 14:00:00 -0500 http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/downloads/podcast/Podcast-Wing_1.mp3 http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/index.php/rich_media.html There are no further details for this item. info@johnmuirhealth.com (John Muir Health Medical Staff) John Muir Health doctors 6:35 Mon, 02 Jun 2008 14:00:00 -0500 http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/downloads/podcast/Podcast-Peripheral_Vascular_Disease.mp3 http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/index.php/rich_media.html Early detection is key to recovering from a heart attack, but the signs of a heart attack are often different for men and women. Learn what women should look for in this enlightening podcast from Dr. Kristine Batten. info@johnmuirhealth.com (Dr. Kristine Batten) Dr. Kristine Batten 5:22 Thu, 28 Feb 2008 15:00:00 -0500 http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/downloads/podcast/Podcast-Heart_Attack.mp3 http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/index.php/rich_media.html Is your new baby keeping you up at night? You're not alone! Hear a discussion about the different approaches parents take to getting their little ones to sleep through the night. info@johnmuirhealth.com (John Muir Women's Health Center) John Muir Health doctors 59:39 Thu, 14 Feb 2008 15:00:00 -0500 http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/downloads/podcast/Podcast-Babies-Pathways-to-Sleep.mp3 http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/index.php/rich_media.html With Breast MRI Screening being a procedure reserved for women of increased risk, Dr. Vivian Wing, M.D., chair of the Department of Medical Imaging at John Muir Medical Center, provides a thorough analysis of what family history traits would qualify a woman for an MRI scan. info@johnmuirhealth.com (Vivian Wing, M.D, Radiologist) Vivian Wing, M.D, Radiologist. (925) 947-5396 4:56 Wed, 04 Jun 2008 14:00:00 -0500 http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/downloads/podcast/Podcast-wing_2.mp3 http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/index.php/rich_media.html Gynecologic oncology specialist Babak Edraki. M.D. provides a brief overview of endometrial cancer, the most common form of gynecological malignancy in the U.S. Affecting primarily post-menopausal woman, vaginal bleeding is an early warning sign and should be evaluated immediately. info@johnmuirhealth.com (Babak Edraki, M.D., Gynecologic Oncology) Babak Edraki, M.D., Gynecologic Oncology (925) 627-3440 4:15 Wed, 04 Jun 2008 14:00:00 -0500 http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/downloads/podcast/Podcast-Edraki2.mp3 http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/index.php/rich_media.html Dr. Vivian Wing, M.D., chair of the Department of Medical Imaging at John Muir Medical Center, reports on the recent advances in digital mammography and on what categories of women would benefit the most from digital scans. info@johnmuirhealth.com (Vivian Wing, M.D, Radiologist) Vivian Wing, M.D, Radiologist. (925) 947-5396 5:02 Tue, 16 Sep 2008 14:00:00 -0500 http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/downloads/podcast/Podcast-Wing_1.mp3 http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/index.php/rich_media.html Cancer care specialist Dr. Ann Wexler M.D discusses multiple options for effectively using hormonal therapy in the treatment of breast cancer to prevent or block naturally occurring estrogen from stimulating cancer cell growth in both pre- and post-menopausal women. info@johnmuirhealth.com (Ann M. Wexler, M.D.) Ann M. Wexler, M.D. - (925) 939-9610 4:52 Wed, 04 Jun 2008 14:00:00 -0500 http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/downloads/podcast/Podcast-Wexler.mp3 http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/index.php/rich_media.html Every woman should know certain critical numbers in order to better understand her health risks. Do you know yours? Dr. Kristine Batten discusses why blood pressure is an important one to know. info@johnmuirhealth.com (Dr. Kristine Batten) Dr. Kristine Batten 4:28 Thu, 28 Feb 2008 15:00:00 -0500 http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/downloads/podcast/Podcast-Blood_Pressure.mp3 http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/index.php/rich_media.html Every woman should know certain critical numbers in order to better understand her health risks. Do you know yours? Dr. Kristine Batten discusses why blood sugar is an important one to know. info@johnmuirhealth.com (Dr. Kristine Batten) Dr. Kristine Batten 4:39 Thu, 28 Feb 2008 15:00:00 -0500 http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/downloads/podcast/Podcast-Diabetes.mp3 http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/index.php/rich_media.html Every woman should know certain critical numbers in order to better understand her health risks. Do you know yours? Dr. Kristine Batten discusses why cholesterol is an important one to know. info@johnmuirhealth.com (Dr. Kristine Batten) Dr. Kristine Batten 6:37 Thu, 28 Feb 2008 15:00:00 -0500 http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/downloads/podcast/Podcast-Cholesterol.mp3 http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/index.php/rich_media.html Every woman should know certain critical numbers in order to better understand her health risks. Do you know yours? Dr. Kristine Batten discusses why your weight is so important. info@johnmuirhealth.com (Dr. Kristine Batten) Dr. Kristine Batten 4:58 Thu, 28 Feb 2008 15:00:00 -0500 http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/downloads/podcast/Podcast-Obesity_Exercise.mp3 http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/index.php/rich_media.html Ovarian cancer is an aggressive disease with vague early warning signs that affects 20,000 women in the U.S. each year. In this podcast, gynecologic oncology specialist Babak Edraki. M.D. discusses risk factors, diagnosis, and treatment options. info@johnmuirhealth.com (Babak Edraki, M.D., Gynecologic Oncology) Babak Edraki, M.D., Gynecologic Oncology (925) 627-3440 6:10 Wed, 04 Jun 2008 14:00:00 -0500 http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/downloads/podcast/Podcast-Edraki3.mp3 http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/index.php/rich_media.html Early detection is key to recovering from a heart attack, but the signs of a heart attack are often different for men and women. Learn what women should look for in this enlightening podcast from Dr. Kristine Batten. info@johnmuirhealth.com (Dr. Kristine Batten) Dr. Kristine Batten 5:22 Thu, 28 Feb 2008 15:00:00 -0500 http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/downloads/podcast/Podcast-Heart_Attack.mp3 http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/index.php/rich_media.html Dr. Sondra Altman discusses what happens to a woman's body as she ages, how to use hormones, vaginal 'rehab,' and how to enjoy sex at any age! info@johnmuirhealth.com (Dr. Sondra Altman) Dr. Sondra Altman 44:12 Mon, 03 Mar 2008 15:00:00 -0500 http://www.johnmuirhealth.com/downloads/podcast/Podcast-Sex_at_any_age.mp3