Baptist HealthTalk

The words “hormones” and “hot flashes” have been synonymous with menopause for decades. Now, more and more women have been speaking up and bringing this unique phase in a woman’s life to the spotlight. And the medical community is paying attention.  

Host:

Johanna Gomez

Guests:

Alejandra Angel, M.D., OB/GYN at Baptist Health Baptist Hospital

John P. Diaz, M.D., Chief of Gynecologic Oncology at Baptist Health Miami Cancer Institute

You’ve probably heard the phrase: “Health is wealth.” It’s very easy to forget about your health when you’re young. But the reality is that there are things you should be doing now to live not just a long life – but a healthy and happy one.

Host:

Sandra Peebles, Emmy Award-Winning Journalist

Guests:

Andrew Forster, M.D., Internal Medicine Physician with Baptist Health Primary Care

Natalia Miranda Cantellops, M.D., Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physician with Baptist Health Miami Neuroscience Institute

Out of the blue, you’re sweating, you have clammy hands and your heart is racing. But you’re not even exercising. Are you experiencing warning signs of a serious heart condition?  

Host:

Sandra Peebles, Emmy Award-Winning Journalist

Guests:

Bryan Wilner, M.D., Electrophysiologist at Baptist Health Miami Cardiac & Vascular Institute

Mark Watson, Firefighter and A-Fib Patient

Today’s teenagers do not know a world without smartphones and social media. And they are extremely skilled at navigating smartphones, tablets, and the Internet. As parents, you’ve probably seen the risks and challenges this online exposure brings to children – something our parents did not have to deal with. So how do we navigate this digitally dominant world to better protect and educate our kids?

Host:

Neki Mohan

Guests:

Manuela Rodriguez, LMFT, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Behavioral Specialist with Baptist Health.

Marisa Azaret, Psy.D., Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Member of the Digital Safety Alliance at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital.

Type 1 diabetes is a lifelong condition that more than eight million people worldwide have -- and that number is expected to grow to between 13 to 17 million by 2040. That’s exactly why we need to talk about it because it’s important to know the signs. People like our guest, a member of the Miami Dolphins, give others living with the same condition hope that they too can live their lives, and follow their dreams — fully.

Mike Cugno, Host

Guests:

Angel Alejandro, M.D., Endocrinologist at Baptist Health

Blake Ferguson, Long Snapper with the Miami Dolphins

Before we know it, it’ll be back to school, and back to those "Friday Night Lights" and the sports we love in the fall. But if injuries are in the back of your mind, how can you manage that fear and protect your players?

Host:

Willard Shepard, Emmy Award-Winning Journalist

Guests:

Richard Morgan, D.O., Spine Care Physician at Baptist Health Miami Neuroscience Institute

Michael Yurubi, D.O., Sports Medicine Physician at Baptist Health Orthopedic Care

As women go through the first few foggy, very sleep-deprived weeks of motherhood, they face so many new challenges. And for many new moms, breastfeeding tops that list. It can be overwhelming. How do you make sure you’re giving what your baby needs? This is where lactation specialists come in. They can help new moms grasp the technique and navigate through the challenges – from sore nipples to low milk supply, mastitis and more. Consider them a starting guide to breastfeeding.   

Host: 

Neki Mohan

Guest:

Carey Acosta, Lactation Specialist at Baptist Health

The element of heat can be a good thing -- like part of performance recovery for athletes and saunas. Or it can be a bad thing – as in extreme heat that fuels dangerous dehydration. So, how do you make sure heat is your friend – not your foe – for your health?

Host:

Willard Shepard, Emmy Award-Winning Journalist

Guests:

Maria Kyriacou, M.D., Primary Care Sports Medicine Physician at Baptist Health Orthopedic Care

Leo Huynh, D.O., Chief of Emergency Medicine at Baptist Health Baptist Hospital

You probably learned about red blood cells in a high school science class. But most of us don’t know the impact that they can have on our bodies when we don’t have enough healthy ones. When faced with a shortage of healthy red blood cells, our blood flow can be blocked causing pain, infection and fatigue. This is known as sickle cell disease.

Host:

Willard Shepard, Emmy Award-Winning Journalist

Guests:

Neil Miransky, D.O., Chief Medical Officer of Pharmacy Services and operates Sickle Cell Care at Baptist Health South Miami Hospital

Josiah Frierson, Sickle Cell Patient

It’s important for men not to hit snooze on their health. Instead, they should take a proactive approach on recommended health screenings and regular check-ups. As the American Heart Association and other medical groups have pointed out repeatedly: Men are much less likely than women to take control of their health and see their doctor on a regular basis. Here's what men need to know about common cardiovascular and orthopedic issues for which they may need to seek medical attention. 

Host:

Willard Shepard, Emmy Award-Winning Journalist

Guests:

Alexander Toirac, M.D., Cardiologist at Baptist Health Miami Cardiac & Vascular Institute

Richard Morgan, D.O., Spine Care Physician at Baptist Health Miami Neuroscience Institute