WJR Special Correspondent Dick Haefner examines the latest innovations in our healthcare industry, with focus on how these advances are impacting Michigan's citizens and economy.

Oct. 16, 2025 ~ Breast cancer care is becoming more personalized than ever. Lloyd Jackson highlights how Dr. Nayana Dekhne, breast surgeon at Corewell Health, is helping lead the shift toward risk-based screening and individualized treatment. From tailoring mammogram schedules to using genetic insights for customized therapies, Dr. Dekhne emphasizes that no two patients are alike. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct. 16, 2025 ~ Menopause is often seen as a time of decline, but Dr. Angela Fleming, OB-GYN at Corewell Health, wants to change that perception. Lloyd Jackson shares how Dr. Fleming views menopause as a powerful opportunity for women to take charge of their health. She highlights the importance of cardiovascular care, bone health, and lifestyle changes like weightlifting and quality sleep. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct. 16, 2025 ~ Urological issues aren't just a concern for men—up to 60% of women will experience conditions like UTIs, incontinence, pelvic pain, or sexual dysfunction. Lloyd Jackson explores how Dr. Priya Patmanabhan at Corewell Health's Women's Urology Center in Royal Oak is changing the narrative. Dr. Patmanabhan explains how her multidisciplinary approach—combining urology, gynecology, pain psychology, and physical therapy—helps women feel heard and supported. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sept. 26, 2025 ~ Hernias, including ventral hernias, cause pain and do not heal on their own. Lloyd Jackson shares his experience with robotic ventral hernia repair. Marianne Franco, MD explains how this minimally invasive surgery uses a robot for greater surgical flexibility and offers patients a quicker recovery with less pain. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sept. 26, 2025 ~ Hernias, including ventral hernias, cause pain and do not heal on their own. Lloyd Jackson shares his experience with robotic ventral hernia repair. Marianne Franco, MD explains how this minimally invasive surgery uses a robot for greater surgical flexibility and offers patients a quicker recovery with less pain. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sept. 26, 2025 ~ Hernias, including ventral hernias, cause pain and do not heal on their own. Lloyd Jackson shares his experience with robotic ventral hernia repair. Marianne Franco, MD explains how this minimally invasive surgery uses a robot for greater surgical flexibility and offers patients a quicker recovery with less pain. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sept. 1, 2025 ~ Sudden cardiac arrest is a leading cause of death in school-age athletes, often due to undiagnosed physical or genetic heart issues. Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, a genetic condition causing an enlarged heart, can lead to cardiac events during overexertion. Host Dick Haefner discusses heart health with Dr. Arif Badshah, cardiologist and specialist in electrophysiology in Bloomfield Hills.

Sept. 1, 2025 ~ Sudden cardiac arrest is a leading cause of death in school-age athletes, often due to undiagnosed physical or genetic heart issues. Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, a genetic condition causing an enlarged heart, can lead to cardiac events during overexertion. Host Dick Haefner discusses heart health with Dr. Arif Badshah, cardiologist and specialist in electrophysiology in Bloomfield Hills.

Sept. 1, 2025 ~ Sudden cardiac arrest is a leading cause of death in school-age athletes, often due to undiagnosed physical or genetic heart issues. Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, a genetic condition causing an enlarged heart, can lead to cardiac events during overexertion. Host Dick Haefner discusses heart health with Dr. Arif Badshah, cardiologist and specialist in electrophysiology in Bloomfield Hills.

Sept. 1, 2025 ~ Sudden cardiac arrest is a leading cause of death in school-age athletes, often due to undiagnosed physical or genetic heart issues. Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, a genetic condition causing an enlarged heart, can lead to cardiac events during overexertion. Host Dick Haefner discusses heart health with Dr. Arif Badshah, cardiologist and specialist in electrophysiology in Bloomfield Hills.

Aug. 11, 2025 ~ Discover a breakthrough in men's health that's changing lives. This month's “HealthWatch,” examines prostate artery embolization (PAE), a minimally invasive treatment for enlarged prostate that offers relief without surgery or side effects. Listen as Dr. Scott Schwartz of the Michigan Institute of Urology's Interventional Radiology Center tells us how this game-changing procedure is helping men reclaim comfort, confidence, and control.

Aug. 11, 2025 ~ Discover a breakthrough in men's health that's changing lives. This month's “HealthWatch,” examines prostate artery embolization (PAE), a minimally invasive treatment for enlarged prostate that offers relief without surgery or side effects. Listen as Dr. Scott Schwartz of the Michigan Institute of Urology's Interventional Radiology Center tells us how this game-changing procedure is helping men reclaim comfort, confidence, and control.

Aug. 11, 2025 ~ Discover a breakthrough in men's health that's changing lives. This month's “HealthWatch,” examines prostate artery embolization (PAE), a minimally invasive treatment for enlarged prostate that offers relief without surgery or side effects. Listen as Dr. Scott Schwartz of the Michigan Institute of Urology's Interventional Radiology Center tells us how this game-changing procedure is helping men reclaim comfort, confidence, and control.

July 14, 2025 ~ Is your world spinning … literally? You're not alone. In this eye-opening series, veteran broadcaster Dick Hafner teams up with Dr. Dennis Bojrab, a leading neuro-otologist at Corewell Health and the Michigan Ear Institute, to demystify one of the most common yet misunderstood medical conditions: vertigo.

July 14, 2025 ~ Is your world spinning … literally? You're not alone. In this eye-opening series, veteran broadcaster Dick Hafner teams up with Dr. Dennis Bojrab, a leading neuro-otologist at Corewell Health and the Michigan Ear Institute, to demystify one of the most common yet misunderstood medical conditions: vertigo.

July 14, 2025 ~ Is your world spinning … literally? You're not alone. In this eye-opening series, veteran broadcaster Dick Hafner teams up with Dr. Dennis Bojrab, a leading neuro-otologist at Corewell Health and the Michigan Ear Institute, to demystify one of the most common yet misunderstood medical conditions: vertigo.

July 14, 2025 ~ Is your world spinning … literally? You're not alone. In this eye-opening series, veteran broadcaster Dick Hafner teams up with Dr. Dennis Bojrab, a leading neuro-otologist at Corewell Health and the Michigan Ear Institute, to demystify one of the most common yet misunderstood medical conditions: vertigo.

June 30, 2025 ~ Discover how the Michigan Institute for Neurological Disorders (MIND) is transforming care for patients with chronic headaches, migraines, multiple sclerosis, and Alzheimer's disease. Through expert insights from board-certified neurologists, you'll learn about cutting-edge treatments, the latest research breakthroughs, and how compassionate, personalized care is improving lives.

June 30, 2025 ~ Discover how the Michigan Institute for Neurological Disorders (MIND) is transforming care for patients with chronic headaches, migraines, multiple sclerosis, and Alzheimer's disease. Through expert insights from board-certified neurologists, you'll learn about cutting-edge treatments, the latest research breakthroughs, and how compassionate, personalized care is improving lives.

June 30, 2025 ~ Discover how the Michigan Institute for Neurological Disorders (MIND) is transforming care for patients with chronic headaches, migraines, multiple sclerosis, and Alzheimer's disease. Through expert insights from board-certified neurologists, you'll learn about cutting-edge treatments, the latest research breakthroughs, and how compassionate, personalized care is improving lives.

June 30, 2025 ~ Discover how the Michigan Institute for Neurological Disorders (MIND) is transforming care for patients with chronic headaches, migraines, multiple sclerosis, and Alzheimer's disease. Through expert insights from board-certified neurologists, you'll learn about cutting-edge treatments, the latest research breakthroughs, and how compassionate, personalized care is improving lives.

May 19, 2025 ~ Orthopedic surgeon Dr. Kevin Crawford joins the show to discuss native stem cell therapy and how it can be the best alternative to living with joint pain.

May 19, 2025 ~ Orthopedic surgeon Dr. Kevin Crawford joins the show to discuss native stem cell therapy and how it can be the best alternative to living with joint pain.

April 13, 2025 ~ Dr. Douglas Thompson, D.D.S., Dentist at Integrative Oral Health in Bloomfield Hills, joins the show to discuss how the center connects oral health and its impacts on one's overall well-being.

April 13, 2025 ~ Dr. Chelsea Watkins, D.D.S., Dentist at Integrative Oral Health in Bloomfield Hills, joins the show to discuss how the center connects oral health and its impacts on one's overall well-being.

April 13, 2025 ~ Dr. Douglas Thompson, D.D.S., Dentist at Integrative Oral Health in Bloomfield Hills, joins the show to discuss how the center connects oral health and its impacts on one's overall well-being.

April 13, 2025 ~ Dr. Chelsea Watkins, D.D.S., Dentist at Integrative Oral Health in Bloomfield Hills, joins the show to discuss how the center connects oral health and its impacts on one's overall well-being.

Jan. 23, 2025 ~ Dr. Shaher Khan, M.D., a Bloomfield Hills general and plastic surgeon, sits down with Dick Haefner to discuss breast implant illness where the body reacts adversely to the silicone particles, leading to a range of serious health problems. Discover how social media has raised awareness and learn about the FDA's guidance on the risks associated with breast implants over time.

Jan. 23, 2025 ~ Dr. Shaher Khan, M.D., a Bloomfield Hills general and plastic surgeon, sits down with Dick Haefner to discuss breast implant illness where the body reacts adversely to the silicone particles, leading to a range of serious health problems. Discover how social media has raised awareness and learn about the FDA's guidance on the risks associated with breast implants over time.

Jan. 23, 2025 ~ Dr. Shaher Khan, M.D., a Bloomfield Hills general and plastic surgeon, sits down with Dick Haefner to discuss breast implant illness where the body reacts adversely to the silicone particles, leading to a range of serious health problems. Discover how social media has raised awareness and learn about the FDA's guidance on the risks associated with breast implants over time.

Jan. 23, 2025 ~ Dr. Shaher Khan, M.D., a Bloomfield Hills general and plastic surgeon, sits down with Dick Haefner to discuss breast implant illness where the body reacts adversely to the silicone particles, leading to a range of serious health problems. Discover how social media has raised awareness and learn about the FDA's guidance on the risks associated with breast implants over time.

Jan. 7, 2025 ~ Cosmetic Skin and Laser Center Medical Director Dr. Gustav Lo, M.D. joins Dick Haefner to share his groundbreaking weight loss solutions that are unlike any others around with a boast of a 90% success rate in helping clients lose and maintain 20 pounds. Listen to learn how these treatments could revolutionize your weight management journey!

Jan. 7, 2025 ~ Cosmetic Skin and Laser Center Medical Director Dr. Gustav Lo, M.D. joins Dick Haefner to share his groundbreaking weight loss solutions that are unlike any others around with a boast of a 90% success rate in helping clients lose and maintain 20 pounds. Listen to learn how these treatments could revolutionize your weight management journey!

Jan. 7, 2025 ~ Cosmetic Skin and Laser Center Medical Director Dr. Gustav Lo, M.D. joins Dick Haefner to share his groundbreaking weight loss solutions that are unlike any others around with a boast of a 90% success rate in helping clients lose and maintain 20 pounds. Listen to learn how these treatments could revolutionize your weight management journey!

Dec. 9, 2024 ~ Dick Haefner investigates aesthetic and regenerative medicine for the use of non-surgical techniques to give skin a more youthful appearance, and proposes the question: Can the body turn back the clock? Dr. Gustav Lo. M.D., medical director and do-founder of Cosmetic Skin and Laser Center in Bloomfield Hills, joins Dick to explore this topic and how their center is a leader in regenerative medicine, focusing on restoring health without surgery.

Dec. 9, 2024 ~ Dick Haefner investigates aesthetic and regenerative medicine for the use of non-surgical techniques to give skin a more youthful appearance, and proposes the question: Can the body turn back the clock? Dr. Gustav Lo. M.D., medical director and do-founder of Cosmetic Skin and Laser Center in Bloomfield Hills, joins Dick to explore this topic and how their center is a leader in regenerative medicine, focusing on restoring health without surgery.

Dec. 9, 2024 ~ Dick Haefner investigates aesthetic and regenerative medicine for the use of non-surgical techniques to give skin a more youthful appearance, and proposes the question: Can the body turn back the clock? Dr. Gustav Lo. M.D., medical director and do-founder of Cosmetic Skin and Laser Center in Bloomfield Hills, joins Dick to explore this topic and how their center is a leader in regenerative medicine, focusing on restoring health without surgery.

Dec. 9, 2024 ~ Dick Haefner investigates aesthetic and regenerative medicine for the use of non-surgical techniques to give skin a more youthful appearance, and proposes the question: Can the body turn back the clock? Dr. Gustav Lo. M.D., medical director and do-founder of Cosmetic Skin and Laser Center in Bloomfield Hills, joins Dick to explore this topic and how their center is a leader in regenerative medicine, focusing on restoring health without surgery.

Nov. 18, 2024 ~ Dick Haefner explores SpineForce, a revolutionary 3D exercise device created by Dr. Sol Cogan at the Nerve and Disc Institute. Inspired by his own back injury, this device is designed to strengthen core and spine muscles, offering a non-surgical solution for back and neck pain.

Nov. 18, 2024 ~ Dick Haefner explores SpineForce, a revolutionary 3D exercise device created by Dr. Sol Cogan at the Nerve and Disc Institute. Inspired by his own back injury, this device is designed to strengthen core and spine muscles, offering a non-surgical solution for back and neck pain.

Nov. 18, 2024 ~ Dick Haefner explores SpineForce, a revolutionary 3D exercise device created by Dr. Sol Cogan at the Nerve and Disc Institute. Inspired by his own back injury, this device is designed to strengthen core and spine muscles, offering a non-surgical solution for back and neck pain.

Nov. 18, 2024 ~ Dick Haefner explores SpineForce, a revolutionary 3D exercise device created by Dr. Sol Cogan at the Nerve and Disc Institute. Inspired by his own back injury, this device is designed to strengthen core and spine muscles, offering a non-surgical solution for back and neck pain.