In this episode, Dr. Sharleen Sidhu leads a discussion focusing on Ozempic, and how if differs from other weight loss drugs on the market.بقلم MarinHealth

Just because nursing is a natural process doesn’t mean it comes naturally to every mother and baby. Some infants, especially if they are born early, may take time learning to breastfeed. And sometimes, moms have their own breastfeeding challenges. In this podcast, Breast Surgeon and Breastfeeding Medicine Specialist Dr. Rachel Yang discusses some c…

The CDC estimates that an estimated 2.7 to 6.1 million people in the United States have Atrial Fibrillation, or AFib. The most common form of irregular heartbeat, AFib is a risk factor for stroke. In this podcast, electrophysiologist Dr. Vivek Iyer discusses the symptoms and risk factors for AFib. Find out about the various treatment options for co…

Staying positive can be easier said than done. If you suffer from depression, anxiety, or both, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) can help readjust your thinking. In this podcast, MarinHealth psychotherapist Edward Vander Clute, LCSW explains the theory behind CBT. Distorted thinking can hurt your self-esteem, warp your perceptions, darken your mo…

This is part two of our Cognitive Behavioral Therapy podcast—be sure to listen to part one first! Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is a short-term therapy technique to combat destructive thought patterns that negatively impact our lives. In this second half of his podcast, MarinHealth psychotherapist Edward Vander Clute, LCSW looks at the vici…

From a prima ballerina to a high school football player, to a weekend mountain biker in his fifties, sports medicine doctors work with professional and amateur athletes of all ages. Sedentary people who want to start working out safely can also benefit from seeing a Sports Medicine doctor. In this podcast, Dr. Kristin Wingfield, a Clinical Professo…

When it comes to joint replacement, precision is everything. The right angle, the right fit, the right implant–all are essential for a good outcome. VELYS robotic-assisted knee replacement is a state-of-the-art alternative, not just to manual surgery but to older robotic knee replacement technologies. Dr. Jeff Barry, Assistant Professor of Orthoped…

Stroke is the #5 cause of death and the #1 cause of long-term disability in the US. Fortunately, 80% of strokes are treatable and preventable. Knowing the symptoms of stroke and your risk factors for having one is important, but lifestyle modifications are the key to prevention. Nicole Pacha and Maureen “Mo” Stull are Registered Nurses and Stroke P…

Living with lymphedema is challenging. Without proper management, the condition progresses, limiting motion, strength, and stability. Because lymphedema is usually caused by bodily trauma such as lymph node removal, surgery, radiation, pr infection, patients may not be in the best of health when they first start treatment. They need hands on physic…

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Stroke or Transient Ischemic Attack? The symptoms are the same, and both require an immediate visit to the Emergency Department. In fact, a person if you are admitted to the hospital with a Transient Ischemic Attack, or TIA, you will get a full stroke workup. If a TIA goes untreated, there is a 10% chance of having a stroke within three months. In …

If you’ve had a stroke, chances are fear of a recurrence is always in the back of your mind. The current recurrence rate for US stroke survivors is around 10% yet many of these secondary strokes could have been avoided. That’s why it’s wise to do all you can to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Ilkcan Cokgor, a Neurologist and member of the medical…

“Time is brain.” That’s the adage doctors use when they talk about surviving a stroke with minimal damage to the brain. If the patient is having an ischemic stroke, the kind that is caused by a blood clot, doctors have a four-and-a-half-hour window from the onset of the stroke to administer TPA. So, what is TPA and how does it work? As a member of …

La cirugía de afirmación de género facial ha logrado avances notables en los últimos años. Estos delicados procedimientos de cirugía plástica alinean la estructura facial de una persona con el género con el que siempre se han identificado. La cirugía es altamente personalizada: el cirujano necesita obtener una comprensión clara de la estructura fac…

Facial gender affirmation surgery has made remarkable advances in recent years. These delicate plastic surgery procedures align a person’s facial structure with the gender they have always identified with. The surgery is highly personalized–the surgeon needs to gain a clear understanding of the patient’s facial structure, desires, and expectations …

Dr Alice Yee discusses her education and training in family medicine.بقلم MarinHealth

Too many women over 40 think urinary incontinence is a fact of life. Unfortunately, this common problem can have a devastating impact on a woman’s self-confidence and activity level. Dr. Robert Chan, a urologist at MarinHealth Urology | A UCSF Health Clinic, has helped hundreds of women overcome incontinence. In this podcast, he discusses the diffe…

Nearly four in ten women will experience some degree of incontinence after giving birth. For some, this bothersome condition will go away on its own within the first six weeks after birth. But what if the problem persists? Dr. Robert Chan, a urologist at MarinHealth Urology | A UCSF Health Clinic, specializes in incontinence and pelvic reconstructi…

Marinhealth Medical Center is one of a small number of Bay Area hospitals to offer a woman a choice of a physician- or midwife-assisted labor and delivery. What is the difference? In this detailed interview, Mary Newberry, MarinHealth Certified Nurse Midwife, answers questions about midwifery you didn’t even know you had. Find out why a midwife-ass…

Sports are a wonderful way for children and teens to stay physically fit, make friends, and learn to be team players. But accidents happen, and concussion is a real risk. That’s why Marin County instituted its Concussion Management Program. In this podcast, MarinHealth Athletic Trainer Marcella Shorty explains how she assesses potential concussions…

Every year, between 2 and 10% of pregnancies are affected by gestational diabetes, one of the most common types of “high risk pregnancies.” Untreated, gestational diabetes can lead to premature birth and even still birth. Katy McDermott, a Registered Nutrition and Dietician and Certified Diabetes Educator at MarinHealth Braden Diabetes Center, has …

There are two ways to address a diagnosis of prediabetes: The wrong way is to shrug it off and carry on as usual, with no changes to your diet or exercise regimen. The smart way is to view your diagnosis as a warning, take charge of your health, and prevent prediabetes from progressing to full blown type 2 diabetes. Katy McDermott, a Registered Nut…

Think doulas are only for unmedicated births? Think there’s no point in having a doula if you’re having a C-section? Think again. A doula can help you prepare for your baby’s arrival long before those first contractions hit, and even once you’ve gone home with your new arrival. Meet seasoned doula Mollee Franklin, CD, CLE. In this podcast, she expl…

In recent years, the centuries-old Chinese healing art of acupuncture has grown in popularity in the U.S. An increasing number of American hospitals and medical practices are offering acupuncture as an integrative treatment modality. Yet many people who have never experienced the benefits of acupuncture still have misconceptions about this ancient …

Anne Lupus, Maternity and NICU Clinical Nurse Educator, discusses the new features and procedures available in the maternity wing and NICU facilities at MarinHealth.بقلم MarinHealth

Dr. Joshua Biddle and Kora Schmid, BCC have a flowing discussion about palliative care and why it is the soul of medicine.بقلم MarinHealth

Jerome Smith was working in IT and volunteering with an afterschool program for underserved youngsters when he realized his true passion was helping kids. So he went back to school, getting his medical degree from George Washington University. Dr. Smith’s philosophy of care reflects the influence of his mentors at Cedars-Sinai in LA, where he compl…

Dr. Sydney Sawyer of MarinHealth Pediatric Care | A UCSF Health Clinic wanted to be a pediatrician since the age of six! Her goal is to partner with parents and guide them through their children’s ages and stages, from birth to age 22. A New England native, the UCSF trained physician has three children of her own.…

Dr. Cindy Greenberg, a Pediatrician at MarinHealth Pediatric Care | A UCSF Health Clinic, has always enjoyed working with kids. Dr. Greenberg grew up in Marin where she has raised three children of her own. Here, she discusses how a lifelong calling to care for others has informed her choice of career and philosophy of care.…

Dr. Elisa Washburn's hands-on approach to care stems from her 16 years as a rolfer. She worked with many people who were living with chronic pain and wanted to learn new ways to help them. A graduate of TUCOM, TOURO Osteopathic College of Medicine in Vallejo, she has a strong background in osteopathic manipulation. Dr. Washburn is a committed advoc…

Joint replacement surgery can be a daunting prospect without the right education and preparation. An informative joint replacement class and a caring Nurse Navigator can make all the difference! Amy Blevins is a Nurse Navigator and Director of two MarinHealth service lines: Orthopedic Surgery and Gender Alignment. In this podcast, Amy explains how …

An internist with the MarinHealth Internal Medicine | A UCSF Health Clinic, Dr. Gurkamal Hans was inspired to go into medicine after the unexpected and unexplained death of her beloved uncle. Originally from Canada, Dr. Hans married a native Californian, also a MarinHealth doctor, and the couple is delighted to call the Bay Area home. Dr. Hans has …

Dr. Megan Reeves, a Pediatrician at MarinHealth Pediatric Care | A UCSF Health Clinic, has an interesting take on the role of a pediatrician. She believes it’s the ultimate form of preventive medicine–an opportunity to partner with families and get youngsters on the path to a lifetime of good health.…

Can’t find your keys? Left the oven on? Blurted out the wrong word? You don’t have to be a senior to have these moments, but as we age, it’s only natural to worry about dementia. In this podcast, Dr. Melanie Lising, a neurologist at MarinHealth Neurology | A UCSF Health Clinic, discusses the types of dementia and their various causes. Learn when to…

Did you know “Caregiver Stress” is an actual condition that affects people physically, mentally, and emotionally? Over time, the demands and responsibilities of caregiving can affect your blood pressure, your concentration, your digestion, your sleep, and many other aspects of your health. And sadly, caregiver stress is all too common. Kora Schmid,…

Whether it’s a fracture, a dislocation, or a torn meniscus, a knee injury can really hobble you. As an active person, how do you reduce your risk of knee injuries? When should you see a doctor? And what’s new in knee surgery? Get the scoop from a man who really knows knees, MarinHealth Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Michael Brown. This podcast covers a lot…

Your neighbor’s hooked on Keto. Your boss swears by the Mediterranean Diet. Your cousin’s lost ten pounds with intermittent fasting. And your best friend says she’s got to DASH. Which diets are good for weight loss? Which is sustainable long term? In this podcast, Pam Riggs, Outpatient Nutrition Coordinator and Registered Dietician Nutritionist at …

Just because you’re currently enrolled in Medicare doesn’t mean you have the plan that best fits your circumstances. Now’s the time to review your options and, if desired, make a change. Anyone who has Medicare part A and part B can enroll, disenroll or change their Medicare Advantage Plan during Medicare Open Enrollment, from October 15th through …

Many people look forward to making the move to Medicare. But first, it’s essential to understand the basics because you have some important choices to make before arriving at the option that best fits your needs. Ivan Lopez, a licensed agent with Van Berg Insurance Services who works with MarinHealth partner Canopy Health, specializes in educating …

These are challenging times and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Rather than give in to worry and negative thinking, take a few minutes to clear and refresh your mind with this guided meditation led by Kia De Lao from MarinHealth Integrative Wellness Center.بقلم MarinHealth

How’s your stress level these days? On second thought, let’s ask a different question: would you like to reduce your stress level–right now? Find a comfortable spot to sit or lie down – anywhere quiet where you won’t be undisturbed by children, pets, or outside noises. Then, close your eyes and let Healing Arts Practitioner Corliss Chan guide you t…

Whether you just bike to and from work or you’re a hardcore mountain biker, there’s a lot more to bike safety than just putting your helmet on. Especially in Marin, where we have six times the number of bicycle accidents per trauma patient compared to your average trauma center! As a Board-Certified General Surgeon at MarinHealth General & Colorect…

If you’ve never smoked in your life, lung cancer may be the least of your health concerns. Unfortunately, lung cancer does occasionally develop in non-smokers and doctors are studying a variety of potential causes. In this podcast, Dr. Alex Metzger, a Hematologist and Oncologist at Marin Cancer Care, discusses the incidence of lung cancer in never-…

You could have kidney stones and not know it. That is, until one of those nasty little crystals forming on the surface of your kidneys break off and tries to pass through your urinary tract. The pain can be absolutely excruciating. In this podcast, MarinHealth urologist Dr. Patrick Bennett explains what kidney stones are made of and how they form i…

As the Coronavirus Pandemic sweeps across the nation, we keep hearing about pre-existing conditions that increase our risk of complications from COVID-19 and other illnesses. One of the most critical aspects of total wellness is cardiovascular health. So how can you reduce your risk of developing preexisting conditions like hypertension, hyperlipid…

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An ostomy is a surgically created opening in the abdomen used to pass urine or stool from the body. Over a hundred thousand ostomy surgeries are performed each year, for a variety of reasons, from birth defects to cancer to bowel disease. Now, North Bay ostomy patients can get the specialized care they need at MarinHealth’s new Ostomy Clinic. In th…

Not every pregnancy is planned, but if you want to start a family in the not- too-distant future, a little planning can’t hurt–including talking to an OBGYN before you conceive. Dr. Tamar Segev, an OBGYN at Marin Health, provides lots of useful information for wannabe moms-to-be. Find out what health conditions your doctor needs to know about. Get …

If you’re raising a teen, you know moodiness comes with the territory. Teenagers are sensitive creatures and they’re not always emotionally mature enough to process what’s happening around them–especially in a global pandemic. How well is your teen handling the stress of current events, a disrupted school schedule and being away from their friends?…

Are you one of those folks who call a gastroenterologist for a stomach bug? Do you Google ENTs when you get a sore throat? Do you go straight to an urgent care clinic for a minor health issue? The truth is, a primary care physician (PCP) can help with the majority of your everyday ailments. In this podcast, Dr. Elizabeth Lowe, Medical Director of P…