Baptist HealthTalk

Acne, also known as pimples, or the proverbial zits, takes many forms and usually plagues teens and young adults, but can also affect people of all ages. There are effective treatments, but for some, acne can be persistent. Where one goes away others can pop-up creating embarrassment at times. Depending on its severity, the emotional stress and scarring left behind, can be socially stigmatizing. Questions that persist, do factors like hygiene, greasy foods or even cosmetics contribute to the problem are often brushed aside for one key question… how do I treat them?

Guests:

Jonathan Fialkow, M.D., Chief of Cardiology at Baptist Hospital and Chief Population Health Officer at Baptist Health.

Judith Crowell, M.D., Dermatologist with over 30 years of experience and a member of the Baptist Health Quality Network.

We are deep into our new school year, and it is the first truly complete year since the pandemic. The pandemic created unforeseen challenges for students back at school, and our older children are no exception to that. Between the pressure of social media and trying to figure out life in college, it can be a stressful time for kids as well as parents. With the constant headlines about concerns for the mental well-being of our kids, learning how to navigate these life changes and how to keep our mental health in check is extremely important.  

Guests:

Jeannette Kaplun, Content Creator and CEO of Hispana Global. 

Manuela Rodriguez, Behavioral Specialist at Baptist health. 

Maria Milla, M.D. Section Chief of Nicklaus Children’s Hospital’s Pediatric Care Centers. 

Find additional resources at:

BaptistHealth.net/BehavioralHealth

Pre-diabetes is a diagnosis where your blood sugar levels are higher than normal, but not high enough to be considered diabetes. There are a lot of misconceptions and a general lack of concern around this condition because most people think they're not really diabetic.
 
Just because you may not be considered diabetic, yet, there are reasons as to why you need to pay attention and take action now.

Guests: 

Jonathan Fialkow, M.D., Chief of Cardiology at Baptist Hospital and Chief Population Health Officer at Baptist Health.

Lisa Davis, PA-C, Certified, Clinical Lipid Specialist at Miami Cardiac & Vascular Institute and the Cardiology Group.

The package inserts on medications these days read like a laundry list of potential side effects. How do we know which would be more common than others? Which should cause more of a concern?
 
Navigating the novel size medication labels can cause a headache in itself, but did you know there are resources available?
 
 Guests:
Lijo Jose, M.D. - Family Medicine Physician, Baptist Health Primary Care
Dana Jacobs, M.D. - Primary Care Medicine and Wellness Physician, Lynn Women's Institute
Sara Pinella, PharmD. - Manager, Pharmacy Ambulatory Care

For decades public health experts have warned us about the negative consequences of the obesity epidemic. However, the numbers continue to rise with no signs of slowing down, the U.S. Center for Disease Control and Prevention reports that more than 70% of adults over the age of 20 are either overweight or obese. The consequences of obesity are well established and include functional concerns such as back and joint stresses, but metabolic ones as well, such as diabetes, hypertension, and consequent heart disease, and there's a direct link between obesity and cancer that we know.  As America wages, its war against the waistline weight loss medications have been placed in the spotlight. While there's no magic pill that cures obesity, medications have been developed that can positively impact one's weight.  Are they the answer? 

Heat and humidity are facts of life during South Florida summers, as is the danger of heat-related illnesses. Don't take the risk lightly. Learn what you should do to prepare for outdoor activities including sports, workouts and yard work. 

Michael Swartzon, M.D., a sports medicine physician with Baptist Health Orthopedic Care, joins host, Jonathan Fialkow, M.D. with expert advice on proper hydration and exercise strategies to stay safe when the temperature soars.

Alzheimer’s Disease is a brain disorder that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills and eventually robs people of the ability to do even the simplest tasks. Loved ones and caregivers of Alzheimer's patients face many challenges, but help is available. Becoming knowledgeable about the disease is the first step.  A panel of experts joins host, Jonathan Fialkow, M.D., to discuss what is known about Alzheimer’s and to share resources available to help patients and their caregivers.

 Guests:

• Khalid Hanafy, M.D., Chief of Neurology at Baptist Health's Marcus Neuroscience Institute
• Gillian Generoso, M.D., an internal medicine physician with Baptist Health Primary Care
• Keith Gibson, Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at the Alzheimer’s Association

The Alzheimer's Association helpline is available toll free at 1-800-272-3900

In general, men are less healthy than women. They have more heart disease, chronic liver disease, alcoholism, kidney stones, bladder cancer and other chronic illnesses. And their life expectancy is shorter.
 
Each year in June we observe Men’s Health Month to raise awareness about mens’ health issues – and to encourage men to make take their health seriously  In this episode, host, Jonathan Fialkow, M.D., speaks with Baptist Health experts about the crisis in men's health.

Guests:
Gillian Generoso, M.D., internal medicine physician with Baptist Health Primary Care
Ahmed Eldefrawy, M.D., urologic oncologist at Miami Cancer Institute
Jason Perry, M.D., sports medicine physician with Baptist Health Orthopedic Care

Strokes can happen to anyone, anywhere, at any time. Knowing the signs of stroke and seeking immediate medical attention are the keys to saving lives and minimizing stroke-related disability.

A panel of Baptist Health experts joined host, Jonathan Fialkow, M.D., to discuss stroke prevention and treatment during national Stroke Awareness Month.

Guests:

• Brian Snelling, M.D., director of the stroke program at Marcus Neuroscience Institute.
• Felipe De Los Rios, M.D., director of Miami Neuroscience Institute's stroke program. 
• Joshua B. Young, M.D., medical director and chief of emergency medicine at South Miami Hospital.

There’s a phrase we use to describe the determination it takes to get through an illness or other challenge: ‘it’s a question of mind over matter.’ That’s more than just a saying. Widespread medical evidence has demonstrated the power of the mind to affect our physical state. 

Host, Jonathan Fialkow, M.D., explores the phenomena of the placebo and nocebo effects with Baptist Health clinical pharmacist Frank Zamora, Pharm.D.