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Women and Pelvic Pain – Breaking the Silence features Dr. Nisse Clark, a leading minimally-invasive gynecologic surgeon at Emerson, as she sheds light on the often-overlooked experiences of women living with menstrual and pelvic pain. Through expert insights and patient-centered discussions with Kelsey Magnuson, MPH, Emerson's community benefits manager and mom of two, this podcast challenges the stigma and empowers women with knowledge and support. Join us as we uncover the truth about pelvic health and advocate for better care.

Join Dr. Mayank Patel as he addresses a common concern: when to see an expert about back pain. Learn the distinctions between normal discomfort and potentially serious issues, ensuring you're informed and proactive about your spine health.

What helps children feel better when sickness strikes? When should you call the pediatrician? In this timely episode, pediatrician Matthew Chamberlain answers questions about respiratory illnesses and shares expert advice about home remedies, hydration, and medication to help ease your child's discomfort while they recover.

Pediatrician Dr. Matthew Chamberlain discusses how common respiratory sicknesses including flu, RSV, and pneumonia affect children, and ways to prevent the illnesses and help children feel better.

Learn all about IUDs (intrauterine devices) including how they work for birth control and heavy bleeding, how to tell if it is right for you, tips for insertion, and more with Sasha Weigel, experienced certified midwife with Concord OBGYN.

Join us as we navigate the journey of ACL repair recovery, and discover how to know when it is safe to return to sports. Whether you are an athlete or fitness enthusiast, our sports performance physical therapists provide practical tips and expert advice to help you regain physical and mental strength post-surgery. Tune in and let's tackle ACL recovery together!

Join us as we explore the experienced and compassionate care midwives provide across the spectrum of women's lives - from supporting teens' reproductive health to guiding women through labor, menopause, and more. Through insightful discussions, personal stories, and health tips, learn what midwives do, their comprehensive training, and what inspires them.

Millions of people are allergic to gluten, which makes it difficult to digest common foods like pizza. Learn from Dr. John Dowd, gastroenterologist with Emerson Health about this common issue and what to do if you might have a gluten allergy.

How painful it is to give birth? What if I don't bond with your baby right away? What else do I need to know about giving birth? Learn honest answers to these and more with two Labor and Delivery nurses from Emerson Hospital.

Get to know Kim, Emerson's breast cancer nurse navigator, who guides patients on their journey through diagnosis, treatment, and recovery. Learn about her personal experience with breast cancer and how it helps her support other patients.

Migraines affect millions of people. Learn the latest treatments that give relief and hope to patients, with Dr. Agnes Virga, Neurologist with Emerson Health Neurology. Dr. Virga specializes in effectively treating migraines, including with the use of Botox.

Emerson Health uses a new and easier colonoscopy preparation for many patients. Learn about the new prep and why colonoscopies save lives from Dr. Jennifer Nayor, Emerson Health gastroenterologist.

Learn from Dr. Mark Brown with Mass Eye and Ear Concord, affiliated with Emerson Health, about what an ENT does, how they help people, and what inspires them.

Get to know physician assistant Nnenna Onymauwa with Emerson Health Primary Care Bedford. She will discuss what physician assistants do, how they are trained, and how you can decide if you would like to have a physician assistant provide care to you and your loved ones.

Hear from Dr. Julie Fu, oncologist with Mass General who sees patients at Emerson Hospital, about the latest approaches in breast cancer prevention and care.

Learn from Emerson Health surgeon Dr. Christopher Schlieve about pilonidal disease and the latest treatments to reduce pain and occurrence of this challenging condition.

What is robotic-assisted surgery? Is a human surgeon doing the procedure? Does it help patients recover faster? Learn about Mako hip and knee replacement surgery in this informative podcast with Emerson Health's director of robotics for orthopedic surgery.

Meet Diane who suffered for years with extreme asthma and hives and was finally cured after hernia and weight loss surgery. Her surgeon, Laura Doyon, MD, discusses how the procedure affects the overall health of people and gives them a new, healthy life.

What does a colorectal surgeon do? How do they work with patients during a difficult diagnosis? What are the latest advances with colorectal surgery? Learn this and more in an enlightening conversation with Dr. Alexandra Columbus at Emerson Health.

What is the best way to find a primary care doctor? Can I interview a doctor before I “hire” them? Tune into this podcast with Dr. Rand Nashi with Emerson Health Primary Care Bedford and learn how to choose a physician that will help you meet your health goals.

Breast cancer treatments have changed a lot in recent years. Hear from an Emerson breast surgeon and oncologist about the latest advances and why treatments are easier for patients and have better outcomes.

What is home care? How does the program help patients recover from illness or injury? Find out in this podcast with an Emerson Health Home Care supervisor.

Learn why nurses choose to work at Emerson Health, and ways working parents are supported.

Learn from Dr. Stephen Hoenig about what vascular surgery is, and how it helps people live healthier lives.

What is hoarding? How can you help someone who may hoard? Tune into this podcast to learn from a local expert and Emerson partner.

Hear from renowned urologist John Libertino, MD about why patients choose Emerson Health Urology for routine and advanced care.

What are the symptoms and treatments of menopause? Dr. Christina Thomas, Emerson OBGYN, answers questions and discusses benefits of menopause and perimenopause.

Dr. Liou, the only physician in New England using focal cryoablation to strike out prostate cancer, discusses the advanced methods.

What to do if you have heart-related symptoms? How do you find a great cardiologist? How can you keep your heart healthy? Dr. Benjamin Tillinger with Emerson Health Cardiology answers these questions and more.

Hear from Dr. Kitch, Emerson's Chief Medical Officer, about the latest Covid news and ways to stay safe this summer.

It is stressful when a loved one has dementia. Hear from Joyce Ryan, Emerson Social Worker with tips to make the experience safer and easier for all.

Learn how to prevent and manage osteoporosis through aerobic exercise, and resistance training. Katie Wadland - instructor with the Emerson Wellness Center Strong Bones, Strong Life osteoporosis fitness program - discusses how to prevent bones from breaking down and increase bone density and strength.Visit www.EmersonWellness.org to sign up for our Strong Bones, Strong Life class, and other Osteoporosis focused classes.

Hear from an Emerson speech therapist as she addresses common misconceptions about aphasia and provides information about causes, common symptoms, and how speech therapy helps patients communicate more effectively. Did you know Emerson Hospital offers an aphasia conversation group? This group provides an opportunity for people with aphasia to work on their communication skills. Visit here to learn more about these sessions 

Learn about the culture at Emerson Hospital from a nurse who has been with Emerson for nearly 30 years. Nurse manager Wendy Repucci shares an insider's view of the Emerson nursing experience. Visit EmersonCareers.org to view our latest career opportunities.

Joyce discusses her decision to have weight loss surgery when she was 71 years old. According to Joyce, you are never too old to improve your health. With Dr. Lautz and the team at Emerson Hospitals' Center for Weight Loss, Joyce overcame her decades-long obesity and is now a healthy 78-year-old, living her happiest life.

Learn about colonoscopy prep, procedure, and recovery from Gastroenterologist Andrea Fribush, MD. Dr. Fribush is a member of the gastroenterology team at Emerson's Concord Gastroenterology Associates.

Learn about the latest advances in hip and knee replacements. Topics include why replacements are necessary, benefits of new techniques, recovery, the ability to resume an active lifestyle, and more. In this episode, you will hear from Matthew Sloan, MD, an orthopedic surgeon with Orthopedic Affiliates in Concord, MA. Dr. Sloan specializes in using the latest techniques for hip and knee replacement surgeries.

Listen in as a maternity expert provides helpful tips for parents bringing home their newborn baby. Rachel Kradin, MSW, Emerson's social worker on the maternity team, provides guidance such as finding a pediatrician, breastfeeding, and mental and emotional health tips, including baby proofing your relationships.

Learn about arthritis and how joint replacement surgery can help with pain and get people back to doing what they love.

Learn our team's unique approach with patients through the journey of weight loss surgery and beyond. This episode features bariatric surgeons David Lautz, MD and Laura Doyon, MD with Emerson's Center for Weight Loss in Concord, MA.

Learn about the data and insights gleaned from Emerson Hospital's most recent Community Health Needs Assessment. Hear from Christine Gallery - Senior Vice President of Planning and Chief Strategy Officer, and Kelsey Magnuson - Community Benefits and Events Coordinator.

What are the baby blues and how do they differ from other mental health conditions, such as postpartum depression? Learn when to seek care for the baby blues with insights from Rachel Kradin, MSW, from Emerson Hospital in Concord, MA.

Surgeon Elizaveta Ragulin-Coyne, MD, speaks with one of her patients about their recovery from breast cancer.

Learn the basics about the two most common types of diabetes. The causes, symptoms, and treatments are discussed by Ashley Pickering Brown, RN, Diabetes Educator, Emerson Hospital.

Are you or someone you care about in an abusive relationship? Learn about domestic abuse, including the more subtle signs, and ways to help.

What does it take to make a competitive team, pursue your first road race, or go after your athletic dreams? Hear from Haley Harrison, DPT, and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist with Emerson's Sports Medicine and Performance team, about how to know you are ready to take on your athletic dreams.

Psychiatrist James Evans, MD discusses cognitive decline in the elderly, including causes, prevention, and the latest treatments.

We explain the differences between living wills, healthcare proxies, powers of attorney, and DNRs. Learn how to get started developing these documents for yourself or family members. This episode features Emerson's Lee Holbrook, Social Worker Supervisor, and Mary Crow, Director of Professional and Community Education at Care Dimensions.

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBO) can help people heal from a variety of conditions, including wounds, ulcers, and even hearing loss. This podcast will discuss what HBO therapy is, how it works, and what patients will experience.

Dr. Jennifer Nayor, Gastroenterologist with Concord Gastroenterology Associates, talks about developing a relationship with your gastroenterologist and tips to make it a valuable experience.