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Colon cancer screenings are the best way to reduce colorectal cancer. Dr. Amit Sharma, Colorectal and General Surgeon at West Florida Medical Group, discusses the importance of colon cancer screenings.

Written by: David ColeColon cancer screenings are the best way to reduce colorectal cancer. Dr. Amit Sharma, Colorectal and General Surgeon at West Florida Medical Group, discusses the importance of colon cancer screenings.

Written by: David ColeSurgical weight loss may be the best option for those who have medical necessity to lose weight but diet and lifestyle changes don't make enough impact. Dr. Anthony Wright, Medical Director of Bariatric Program at Capital Regional Medical Center, discusses surgical weight loss.

Surgical weight loss may be the best option for those who have medical necessity to lose weight but diet and lifestyle changes don't make enough impact. Dr. Anthony Wright, Medical Director of Bariatric Program at Capital Regional Medical Center, discusses surgical weight loss.

Written by: David ColeHow do you know which weight loss surgery is best for you? Terry McKenzie, Bariatric Coordinator at North Florida Regional Medical Center, discusses different types of weight loss surgery.

How do you know which weight loss surgery is best for you? Terry McKenzie, Bariatric Coordinator at North Florida Regional Medical Center, discusses different types of weight loss surgery.

Written by: David ColeDr. Wade Fisher explains why someone would need to replace or repair a heart valve, and the newest minimally invasive treatment option available.

Dr. Wade Fisher explains why someone would need to replace or repair a heart valve, and the newest minimally invasive treatment option available.

Written by: David ColeDiet and lifestyle changes don't always have an immediate impact on comorbidities for those who are very overweight or obese. Terry McKenzie, Bariatric Coordinator at North Florida Regional Medical Center, discusses the benefits of weight loss surgery.

Diet and lifestyle changes don't always have an immediate impact on comorbidities for those who are very overweight or obese. Terry McKenzie, Bariatric Coordinator at North Florida Regional Medical Center, discusses the benefits of weight loss surgery.

Written by: David ColeBefore you commit to bariatric surgery, you should know how the process works. Terry McKenzie, Bariatric Coordinator at North Florida Regional Medical Center, discusses the bariatric surgery process.

Before you commit to bariatric surgery, you should know how the process works. Terry McKenzie, Bariatric Coordinator at North Florida Regional Medical Center, discusses the bariatric surgery process.

Written by: David ColeDr. Russell Homan shares the crucial symptoms in children that would require an ER visit over a regular doctor's visit.

Dr. Russell Homan shares the crucial symptoms in children that would require an ER visit over a regular doctor's visit.

Written by: David ColeDietary guidelines are necessary for successful weight loss after bariatric surgery. Cheryl Robertson, Dietician at North Florida Regional Medical Center, discusses these guidelines and their importance.

Dietary guidelines are necessary for successful weight loss after bariatric surgery. Cheryl Robertson, Dietician at North Florida Regional Medical Center, discusses these guidelines and their importance.

Written by: David ColeIf you're thinking about having a baby, there are things you can do to support your health prior to conception. Carol McNutt, midwife, discusses how to prepare for pregnancy.

If you're thinking about having a baby, there are things you can do to support your health prior to conception. Carol McNutt, midwife, discusses how to prepare for pregnancy.

Written by: David ColeA breast cancer diagnosis can take an emotional toll. Berthina McGill, Licensed Mental Health Counselor at North Florida Regional Medical Center, discusses coping with a breast cancer diagnosis.

A breast cancer diagnosis can take an emotional toll. Berthina McGill, Licensed Mental Health Counselor at North Florida Regional Medical Center, discusses coping with a breast cancer diagnosis.

Written by: David ColeDr. Robert Feldman discusses symptoms of back pain, the different types of treatments, and if you're a candidate for minimally invasive back surgery.

Dr. Robert Feldman discusses symptoms of back pain, the different types of treatments, and if you're a candidate for minimally invasive back surgery.

Written by: David ColeAre you plagued by heartburn? Dr. George Rossidis, general surgeon, explains the condition and how surgery might help with chronic heartburn.

Are you plagued by heartburn? Dr. George Rossidis, general surgeon, explains the condition and how surgery might help with chronic heartburn.

Written by: David ColeCoronary bypass surgery is a very common type of heart surgery. Dr. Charles Klodell, Cardiothoracic Surgeon at Florida Heart and Lung Institute, discusses when this treatment is necessary and how it works.

Coronary bypass surgery is a very common type of heart surgery. Dr. Charles Klodell, Cardiothoracic Surgeon at Florida Heart and Lung Institute, discusses when this treatment is necessary and how it works.

Written by: David ColeYour heart keeps your blood pumping, but malfunctioning heart valves can cause other problems. Dr. Charles Klodell, Cardiothoracic Surgeon at Florida Heart and Lung Institute, discusses how heart valves can malfunction.

Your heart keeps your blood pumping, but malfunctioning heart valves can cause other problems. Dr. Charles Klodell, Cardiothoracic Surgeon at Florida Heart and Lung Institute, discusses how heart valves can malfunction.

Written by: David ColeExcessive sweating may be embarrassing, but it could be a warning sign for other issues. Dr. Charles Klodell, Cardiothoracic Surgeon at Florida Heart and Lung Institute, discusses the latest treatment available for hyperhidrosis.

Excessive sweating may be embarrassing, but it could be a warning sign for other issues. Dr. Charles Klodell, Cardiothoracic Surgeon at Florida Heart and Lung Institute, discusses the latest treatment available for hyperhidrosis.

Written by: David ColeSerious heart conditions requiring surgery can be frightening. Dr. Charles Klodell, Cardiothoracic Surgeon at Florida Heart and Lung Institute, discusses the landmark transcatheter mitral valve replacement pivotal trial and how it works.

Serious heart conditions requiring surgery can be frightening. Dr. Charles Klodell, Cardiothoracic Surgeon at Florida Heart and Lung Institute, discusses the landmark transcatheter mitral valve replacement pivotal trial and how it works.

Written by: David ColeMajor surgeries result in some blood loss, but techniques are in place to conserve blood. Dr. Charles Klodell, Cardiothoracic Surgeon at Florida Heart and Lung Institute, discusses blood conservation in cardiac surgery.

Major surgeries result in some blood loss, but techniques are in place to conserve blood. Dr. Charles Klodell, Cardiothoracic Surgeon at Florida Heart and Lung Institute, discusses blood conservation in cardiac surgery.

Written by: David ColeA stroke is an attack on the brain that can be devastating if not addressed immediately. Sara Durham, Stroke Coordinator, discusses the importance of knowing stroke symptoms.

A stroke is an attack on the brain that can be devastating if not addressed immediately. Sara Durham, Stroke Coordinator, discusses the importance of knowing stroke symptoms.

Written by: David ColeBariatric surgery is an option to facilitate weight loss for the morbidly obese. Dr. Angel M. Caban, Bariatric Surgeon at Ocala Health Surgical Group, discusses bariatric surgery.

Bariatric surgery is an option to facilitate weight loss for the morbidly obese. Dr. Angel M. Caban, Bariatric Surgeon at Ocala Health Surgical Group, discusses bariatric surgery.

Written by: David ColeMost people experience some digestive distress at some point, which could be caused by the gall bladder. Dr. Owen Kieran, general surgeon, discusses what the gall bladder does and how it can cause some digestive issues.

Most people experience some digestive distress at some point, which could be caused by the gall bladder. Dr. Owen Kieran, general surgeon, discusses what the gall bladder does and how it can cause some digestive issues.

Written by: David ColeHip replacement surgery was once considered invasive and had longer recovery time. Dr. Thomas Fox, orthopedic surgeon, discusses the anterior approach to hip replacement and its improved patient outcomes.

Hip replacement surgery was once considered invasive and had longer recovery time. Dr. Thomas Fox, orthopedic surgeon, discusses the anterior approach to hip replacement and its improved patient outcomes.

Written by: David ColeA high-risk pregnancy is one that requires a little more attention from your obstetrician. Dr. Miles Byrd, OBGYN, discusses what it means to have a high-risk pregnancy.

A high-risk pregnancy is one that requires a little more attention from your obstetrician. Dr. Miles Byrd, OBGYN, discusses what it means to have a high-risk pregnancy.

Written by: David ColeDr. Iraj Nikfarjam shares the important warning signs of a stroke, what the acronym F.A.S.T stands for, and what to do if you suspect you or your loved one has suffered a stroke.

Dr. Iraj Nikfarjam shares the important warning signs of a stroke, what the acronym F.A.S.T stands for, and what to do if you suspect you or your loved one has suffered a stroke.

Written by: David ColeDr. Eric Sandwith explains symptoms of a heart attack. He will share important details on how they differ in men versus women, treatment options available, and if you will need open heart surgery, what you can expect.

Dr. Eric Sandwith explains symptoms of a heart attack. He will share important details on how they differ in men versus women, treatment options available, and if you will need open heart surgery, what you can expect.

Written by: David ColeDr. Prakash Maniam discusses the symptoms of kidney stones and if they could cause back pain.

Dr. Prakash Maniam discusses the symptoms of kidney stones and if they could cause back pain.

Written by: David ColeDr. Richard Reynolds discusses why your child might need to see a pediatric orthopedic doctor and the conditions they treat.