Expert Insights

This episode outlines the journey of congenital lung malformations from diagnosis to treatment. Join Dr. Kathleen Dominguez as she discusses the types of lung malformations and the treatment options available during pregnancy and after birth, ensuring parents know what to expect.

In this episode, we explore the common yet complex challenges rural hospitals encounter in transferring patients. Join Dr. Watik Maghroudi as he shares real-life scenarios and insights, making way for a deeper understanding of the emotional and logistical hurdles involved in patient transfers from rural settings.

Dr. Paul will share updates and recent changes in Asthma treatment for adults with onset asthma, advances in rescue therapy and the issues with obesity and asthma.

Measles prevention and what to do if it's identified.

Dr. Laukaitis and Arlene will discuss how Genetics and Genetics Counseling work as a team to address hereditary cancers -- in particular, hereditary prostate cancer.

Discuss primary vs secondary hyperhidrosis and learn about endocrine causes of hyperhidrosis, when to test, and overview of managing.

Dive deep into the complexities of cancer-related fatigue experienced by palliative care patients. This episode explores the physical, emotional, and social impacts of fatigue, offering insights for caregivers and loved ones on how to support patients in their journey.

Poison Prevention in Children.

Understanding Carle Health as a Teaching Hospital.

Tiffany will discuss the factors that affect bone health including genetics, nutrition and lifestyle factors as well as the basic treatments for osteoporosis in the clinical setting.

Share symptoms of PertussisDiscuss recent outbreak of whooping coughIdentify best practices for prevention and treatment.   

In this episode, Dr. Aline Azar leads a discussion focusing on some best practices of managing cellulitis.

In this episode, Dr. Sarah Anderson leads a discussion focusing on the treatment and prevention best practices for managing plantar fasciitis.

Dr. Nancy Fay leads a discussion focusing on the diagnosing and management of PCOS.

Dr. Beverly London leads a discussion focusing on menopause, including hormonal and non-hormonal treatment options.

In this episode, physician assistant Kiley Owen leads a discussion focusing on the ways that exercise can benefit our overall health.

In this episode, Dr. David Lovinger and Taylor Craig lead a discussion focusing on the current trends of AI in healthcare.

In this episode, Carle pain management specialist Dr. Francesco Vetri will discuss minimally invasive lumbar decompression (MILD) procedure.

In this episode, Dr. Surya Chaturvedula leads a discussion focusing on new developments to treat hypertension.

In this episode, Dr. Brandyn Mason leads a discussion focusing on the impact of taking diabetic drugs to treat obesity.

In this episode, Dr. Lakshmi Das leads a discussion focusing on thyroid research.

In this episode, Dr. Dionne Smith leads a discussion focusing on HPV, as well as the risks and benefits ofr vaccinations in children.

In this episode, Dr. Beverly London leads a discussion focusing on cervical cancer, and the importance of cervical screenings.

In this episode, Dr. Daniel Llano leads a discussion focusing on new therapy options for dementia patients.

In this episode, Dr. Connie Piccone will lead a discussion focusing on pediatric sickle cell diseases.

in this episode, Dr. Shamim Sadiq leads a discussion on the benefits of holistic medicine.

Identify Socioeconomic barriers to managing HIV patientsShare New advances in HIV/AIDS including new treatmentsDiscuss Promising updates/research

In this episode, certified nurse midwife Elizabeth Munoz and L&D educator April Hine lead a discussion focusing on spinning babies technique, including how it originated, how this technique is beneficial to the baby and mother, and share what deliveries might not qualify for this technique.

In this episode, Dr. Stephanie Zuber will lead a discussion focusing on allergies, including the common signs and symptoms, as well as immunization and treatment options.

In this episode, Dr. Victoria Famuyide leads a discussion focusing on vaping, and the short and long-term effects on your lungs.

Identify Tongue ties, Discuss New mastitis spectrum protocol and Share How best to support our breastfeeding families.

In this episode, Dr. Priyank Patel leads a discussion focusing on different types of blood cancers.

In this episode, we will hear from Victoria Steinkoenig, she is a neurology advanced practice registered nurse at Carle BroMenn Medical Center. She will be leading a discussion focusing on migraines.

In this episode, Dr. Nabih Ramadan will lead a discussion focusing on myasthenia gravis, and some of the more recent advances in treatment options.

In this episode, Dr. Benjamin Davis leads a discussion focusing on sepsis.

In this episode, Dr. Dana Gillion, Dr. Robert Healy, and Dr. Brian Aldridge will lead an interactive discussion on the facility status process at UICOM. 

In this episode, Dr. Heena Birbal Jain will lead a discussion focusing on lupus, how it presents, and how it's diagnosed and treated. 

In this episode, Dr. Jennifer Black will lead a discussion focusing on hearing loss awareness.

In this episode, Dr. David Milligan leads a discussion focusing on childhood obesity and provides expert advice on how parents can ensure their children have healthy, well-balanced diets.

In this episode, we will hear from Dr. Jonathan Bailey. He's a Board Certified and Fellowship Trained Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon with Carle. He will lead a discussion focusing on oral cancer awareness.

In this episode, we will hear from Dr. Aimee Yu-Ballard, a Clinical Assistant Professor of Geriatrics at the Carle Illinois College of Medicine. She will lead a discussion focusing on fall prevention, specifically in geriatrics.

Dr. Charles Davies leads a discussion on Sleep Sensor ANNE, a device that allows users to be able to diagnose obstructive sleep apnea at home.

In this episode, Dr. Sinisa Stanic leads a discussion focusing on the rising tide of hypo-fractionation for breast, prostate, and lung cancers.

In this episode, Michelle Dellorso, NP, leads a discussion focusing on prostate and testicular care: the importance of screenings, who is susceptible, as well as the treatment options.

In this episode, Dr. Brandyn Mason leads a discussion focusing on mental health among college students, and ways parents and loved ones can help.

In this episode, Dr. Issam Moussa leads a discussion on heart attacks, focusing on symptoms, treatment options, and prevention.

In this episode, NP Bryce Yantis leads a discussion focusing on diet and lifestyle choices that will keep your heart and blood vessels healthy.

In this episode, Dr. Benjamin Rhee leads a discussion focusing on diagnosing Afib, as well as share common risk factors that trigger Afib, and the latest treatment options including alternative treatments.

In this episode, Dr. Robert Healy and Dr. Karen Wiarda lead a discussion focusing on the use of anticoagulation medication for atrial fibrillation.

Dr. Saba Alniemi leads a discussion focusing on identifying the most common activities that cause eye injuries, how to prevent eye injuries, and how to recognize when an eye injury requires professional treatment.

With the pandemic, there have been many patients who have become past due on getting their health prevention measures completed. Carla Rafferty MD offers primary care updates, prevention concerns and how most Carle locations are certified patient centered medical homes with a whole of team of people helping to take care of our patients.