Dr. Carl Werne, M.D. combines his 50 year medical career in emergency medicine with an equally long love of Classical Music and the Cello. Dr. Werne has performed all over the nation with greats like Isaac Stern. As a performer/composer, he has recorded o
The February Episode includes Dr. Carl's Love of Music and a special appearance by his long-time accompanist, Ed Clark of Farmington, CT. In this extended play show, Dr. Carl covers the magnificent work of Domenico Scarlatti and George Frideric Handel. The program is the 14th of the series which is broadcast monthly over Bedford, Pennsylvania radio stations WRAX-106.5 FM & 1600 AM. Music & Medicine is also heard over WRMI International Miami Short wave, every Wednesday on 5850 KHz at 1000 UTC which is beamed to Europe and Asia. If you would like to contact Dr. Carl Werne, MD, email: doctorcarl@bedfordcountyspeaks.com
Now in our Second Year as of January 2023, Music & Medicine with Dr. Werne celebrates the Life and Loves of one of Classical Music's Legends Wolfang Amadeus Mozart! Dr. Werne presents extraordinary stories behind the stories about this extraordinary composer. Music & Medicine with Dr. Carl Werne is now heard around the world over WRMI- International Shortwave on 15,770 MHz and 5850 MHz every Sunday in January!
In December Dr. Carl Werne examines the extraordinary, talent, life & career of Ludwig van Beethoven. In addition to a remarkable story about a Russian political figure, Dr. Werne describes Beethoven's victory over a debilitating medical condition that makes his success even more remarkable.
In November, Dr. Werne pauses his medical advice to discuss Patriotism and why the United States is the most remarkable nation in the world. In November Americans choose their new leaders as they have since our Constitution was ratified in June of 1788. In this episode, you will not only hear the Classical greats but also the American Legends of Jazz. This is an uplifting program with the usual knowledge and humor of Dr. Werne. In December you will again hear Dr. Werne explain a medical issue with his expertise and zeal.
Dr. Carl Werne, M.D. reminds us that October is the month of Oktoberfest in Germany and around the world. This month also marks Halloween with Song, Dance and the Music of Death. During the Medical Segment, Dr. Werne covers the heartbreak of alcohol dependency, abuse, symptoms, causes, risks and treatment. October also features a Hit Performance of a Top 5 Popular Song which is performed by its author and composer. Dr. Werne played his cello on this song with the recording artist "Live" in New York City. Each month, these programs are broadcast over WRAX-1600-AM & 106.5 FM in Bedford, Pennsylvania and heard on your favorite Podcast. To learn more, visit: http://www.bedfordcountyradio.com/links/WRAX-106-5-1600.html
Dr. Carl Werne, M.D. celebrates September by remembering the contributions made by his world- renowned teachers and mentors. These include major musicians like David Sawyer and giants in the medical field who helped him succeed as an Emergency Room Physician. Dr. Werne offers many stories including the tale of a defection to the USA from Russia. He ends the show with a surprise!
Dr. Carl Werne reflects on his experience on the high seas with the assistance of Tchaikovsky and Beethoven. The August show provides excellent medical advice for those who have suffered the afflictions of jelly fish stings, seasickness and other maritime maladies.
Dr. Werne celebrates the 246th Anniversary of American Independence with the assistance of Vivaldi and Beethoven. He also provides prudent medical advice on the prevention of heat stroke, heat exhaustion and lightning strikes.
Dr. Werne reviews his early music career including his first performances at the Aspen Music Festival in the 1960s
Dr. Carl Werne, M.D. examines the influence of Mothers on the legendary composers and performers. He describes how Rachmaninoff died of Melanoma and invites a learned colleague to discuss the disease in detail.
During the March episode, Dr. Werne covers the topic of mental health and the some of the issues that Classical Music composers and other artists have experienced over the centuries. In addition to his broad medical knowledge and experience, Dr. Werne has an encyclopedic knowledge of 18th and 19th century composers and their music. In this episode Dr. Werne plays some of the music from some of his live and recorded performances. We also enjoy his sophisticated sense of humor which entertains us all.
Dr. Werne speaks of the restorative powers of Spring. The Easter Season Program features Rachmaninoff and Vivaldi.
Dr. Carl Werne, M.D. introduces the positive connections between the practice of medicine and the beauty of music. Dr. Werne is an active physician with nearly 50 years of ER experience. He is also a concert Cello musician/composer who has recorded over 35 CDs. He has performed all over the nation and with Isaac Stern and live on the stage at Carnegie Hall. The program is produced monthly.
Dr. Werne dedicates his Feburary Program to Valentine's Day and the month of love.