Franciscan Health Doc Pod

Explore how your heart, metabolism, and lifestyle are deeply connected—and what you can do to take control of your health. From blood pressure and cholesterol to insulin resistance and weight management. Dr. Bashall and Dr. Lockard are passionate about the topic and provide a lively discussion on the issues.

Today we are joined by general surgeon, Dr. Kirpal Singh with Franciscan Health. Dr. Singh gives us an overview of reflux and how it may present in adults. He further discusses treatment options, including how robotic surgery is used in the treatment of reflux.

Dr. Mary Maish discusses how a spontaneous pneumothorax or collapsed lung occurs, as well as risk factors and the latest treatment options.

Dr. Mary Maish shares the signs and symptoms of esophageal cancer and the latest on surgery and treatment options available.

Today we are joined by physical therapist Patrick Yoder with Franciscan Health. Patrick is here today to talk about the importance our hips have for our everyday life as well as options for treating hip pain, including physical therapy.

Dr. Faisal Khan explains what screening is available for lung cancer, who qualifies for a screening, and how often lung screening appointments should be made.

Dr. Constanze Rayhrer, breast surgeon with Franciscan Health, discusses accessory breast tissue, how and why it affects some patients and not others.

Dr. Wanko discusses the differences between GLP-1 medications for weight loss and bariatric surgery. Including how they work together and why weight loss specialists may recommend one or both of these options.

Board-certified Nurse Practitioner, Jennifer Fabrowicz, will discuss the power of protein in our diets and the benefit for our overall health.

Megan Henderson, NP, with Franciscan Health, will explain how diabetes affects your blood pressure and kidneys. She will also share the early signs or symptoms that someone with diabetes might be experiencing kidney issues, even subtle ones.

Board-certified physician, Tapan Desai, will discuss health benefits of better sleep. 

Dr. Mira Slizovsky will discuss the most common reasons parents consider giving supplements to their children and advice on when they might be needed.

Dr. Derek Bast, is a board-certified family medicine physician with a passion for helping people who battle substance use disorders.

Dr. Joshua Kays, is a board-certified surgeon with additional training in Complex General Surgical Oncology. He specializes in the surgical treatment of liver, pancreas and bile duct disease.

Board-certified Interventional Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine Physician, Dr. Mohammad Arfeen, will discuss Gastroparesis and the G-POEM treatment option. Gastroparesis is a condition in which the muscles in the stomach don't move food as they should for it to be digested. The stomach's movement, called motility, slows or doesn't work at all, leading to poor emptying of the stomach and symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, bloating, and stomach pain. 

Dr. Shivani Parikshak, is a board-certified pediatrician and mother. She combines her medical training and practical experience to offer parents insights on preparing your children for the return to a school time schedule.

Fecal incontinence is more common than people realize, but patients are often embarrassed to discuss with their doctor. Dr. Reidy discusses causes, diagnosis and treatment options.

Today we are joined by sports medicine specialist, Dr. Blake Averill with Franciscan Health. Dr. Averill highlights the most common signs and symptoms of concussion, as well as a few surprising symptoms. He walks us through how a suspected concussion is evaluated and confirmed. Dr. Averill wraps up the episode by giving an overview of what concussion recovery may look like.

Board-certified in Family Medicine, Dr. James Carlson, will discuss details about the Ketogenic (Keto) Diet.

Dr. Johnson will explain Spondylitis which is an umbrella term for a group of chronic arthritis - type diseases affecting the joints of the spine and sacroiliac region. All types of spondylitis involve inflammation of the joints, tendons, and ligaments.

Board-certified interventional cardiologist, Tansel Turgut MD, will discuss the top 10 myths about cardiovascular disease.

Matthew Rachwalski, DO, board certified in Sports Medicine at Franciscan Health, will discuss what frozen shoulder entails and how patients can recover from this painful setback.

Eric Steinberg, MD, board certified in Gastroenterology at Franciscan Health, will discuss what is Inflammatory Bowel Disease and Irritable Bowel Syndrome: What's the Difference? IBD and IBS are not the same, although they do share some symptoms. Dr. Steinberg will share more about these conditions, how they affect your body and available treatments.

Dr. Johnson will explain Spondylitis which is an umbrella term for a group of chronic arthritis - type diseases affecting the joints of the spine and sacroiliac region. All types of spondylitis involve inflammation of the joints, tendons, and ligaments.

Nurse practitioner Holly Myles has a background and passion in fitness. She gives an inside look at the most recent fitness trends and how they impact overall health.

Board-certified rheumatologist, Dr. Marcia Johnson, will explain the connection between lupus and heart disease, and the specific types of lupus that put patients at a higher risk for heart problems.

Managing stress is more than about being emotionally balanced. Stress, our reaction to that “fight or flight” instinct, can also affect our physical health. Meera Moran from Franciscan Health will talk to us today how she and other health experts understand how unmanaged stress in our lives can impact our heart health. Meera has a doctor of nursing practice degree and specializes in cardiac care.

Dr. Joshua Kays, is a board-certified surgeon with additional training in Complex General Surgical Oncology. He specializes in the surgical treatment of liver, pancreas and bile duct disease.

Syncope (SINK-a-pee) is a clinical word for fainting or passing out. Many people may faint or feel faint once or twice in their lives, and there are several minor triggers for it. But in some cases, it's a sign of a heart issue, such as an abnormal heart rhythm or heart valve issue.Electrophysiologist Dr. Manoj Duggal (MAHN-oage DOO-gle) will discuss what happens when a person experiences syncope, what may be causing it, and why it's important to identify the cause.

We are joined by Annare Loubser, physical therapist with Franciscan Health. She's here to discuss surprising reasons for low back pain and when it would be appropriate and beneficial to seek out therapy.

Dr. Constanze Rayhrer, breast surgeon with Franciscan Health, discusses breast cancer surgery options such as lumpectomy and mastectomy, and explains why a patient might consider each.

Dr. Shivani Parikshak, is a board-certified pediatrician and mother of a young child. She combines her medical training and practical experience to offer parents insights on using cough medications with their kids.

Thomas Schmittdiel, MD, board certified in Family Medicine and Sports Medicine at Franciscan Health will discuss what a rotator cuff injury entails and how patients can recover from this painful setback.

Board-certified in both internal medicine and pediatrics, nurse practitioner, Arshia Mohiuddin will discuss how health screenings can help keep children and adults stay healthy during their lifetime.

Thomas Schmittdiel, MD, board certified in Family Medicine and Sports Medicine at Franciscan Health will discuss what a rotator cuff injury entails and how patients can recover from this painful setback.

Board-certified as a Physician Assistant, Carlyn Stone will discuss thyroid disease and disorders.

Dr. Manoj Duggal will discuss heart implant devices and how they help patients live with heart conditions.

Whether you're expecting your first child or adding another little one to your family, fatherhood promises a variety of ups and downs. Jason Hojnacki, an EAP therapist and licensed clinical social worker, offers practical tips on preparing for the big day, dealing with the emotional rollercoaster of parenting and supporting a partner who may suffer from post-partum depression.

Board-certified in Orthopedics and advanced training in spine and orthopedic surgery, Wajeeh Bakhsh, MD will discuss the Advancements in the Care of Spinal Stenosis

Board-certified in Orthopedics and advanced training in both spine and orthopedic surgery, Wajeeh Bakhsh, MD will discuss the Advancements in the Care of Scoliosis.

Dr. Vincent, gastroenterologist, discusses fatty liver disease – now called metabolic associated steatotic liver disease or metabolic associated stethohepatitis.

Board-certified in internal medicine and pediatrics, Dr. Roberson will discuss how vaccines can help keep children and adults healthy during their lifetime.

Board-certified in internal medicine and pediatrics, Dr. Roberson will discuss how early literacy can help in children's development.

Dr. Alicia Topoll, is a board-certified cardiologist with training in both cardiology and palliative medicine. She focuses on the impact palliative care can have on patients with serious cardiac illness.

When it comes to treating patients with heart disease, physicians have a vast collection of medications to choose from. For instance, there are hundreds available to treat high blood pressure and high or abnormal cholesterol levels, and they are very effective—that is, if patients take them as prescribed. Sometimes, patients may faithfully take their medications but they may also be taking supplements or other over-the-counter medications and supplements that can intefere with the effectiveness of their prescription drugs.Today, we'll focus on healthy habits when taking heart medications. We'll also discuss if any popular supplements can truly help or possibly harm patients with heart disease.

Board-certified nurse practitioner Heather Gengnagel (GAIN-nuh-gull) will discuss how nutrition impacts patients with heart failure.

Sandra Ndiaye, DO, IBCLC, FAAP, a Pediatric Hospitalist at Franciscan Health will discuss what a pediatric hospitalist means to pediatric medicine for patients and families.

We are joined by Kendall Seiler, pelvic health physical therapist with Franciscan Health. She's here to educate us on the signs and symptoms that indicate a child may need a pelvic floor evaluation. Kendall will also discuss the benefits pelvic floor physical therapy can provide to these patients.

Postpartum depression (PPD) and anxiety are quite common in the United States, with an estimated 1 in 7 women experiencing postpartum depression each year. With approximately 4 million live births annually, this means around 600,000 women are affected. Kellie Nichelson, EAP therapist at Franciscan Health, discusses ways you can help get a handle on the baby blues.

We are joined by Franciscan Health's Dr. Andrew Hills, sports medicine specialist, and Dr. Binnan Ong, physical medicine and rehabilitation specialist. They are here to talk about adaptive sports, how they differ from traditional sports and how each of their specialties collaborate with the other to care for the athletes who participate in adaptive sports leagues.

Dr. Prabhakar will discuss signs, symptoms and solutions for shingles