Baptist HealthTalk

Getting a prescription for a medication is nothing new. Neither is getting your doctor’s advice to exercise regularly. When that advice takes the form of a detailed plan tailored to your individual health goals it’s called an exercise prescription.

It’s a relatively new term that’s gaining traction across disease states – from diabetes to osteoarthritis to depression to cancer – and it’s particularly well suited to the treatment of cardiovascular disease.

Host, Jonathan Fialkow, M.D., a cardiologist and lipidologist with Baptist Health’s Miami Cardiac & Vascular Institute welcomes Eli Friedman, M.D., the Institute’s director of sports cardiology, to talk about the ins and outs of exercise prescriptions.

New year, new COVID surge. The Omicron variant has swept across the country bringing with it new questions about testing, symptoms, quarantine guidelines, boosters, treatments, and its impact on children.

 Join host, Jonathan Fialkow, M.D. and a panel of experts as they clear up the confusion with medical facts and useful information in this must-listen episode.

Guests:

• Samer Fahmy, M.D., chief medical officer at Boca Raton Regional Hospital
• Leo Huynh, D.O., chief of emergency medicine at Baptist Hospital
• Melanie Rodriguez, Pa-C, outpatient services manager at Baptist Health's Urgent Care Express

Did you fall off the healthy-habits wagon over the holidays? Don’t beat yourself up! And don’t give in to the lure of fad diets or going from zero-to-60 with a new exercise program. Our expert panel joins host, Jonathan Fialkow, M.D., with real-life tips and medical advice to help you be safe and smart while working on your 2022 health goals.  

Guests: 

·      Karisa Falden, D.O., family medicine physician with Baptist Health

·      Dr. Maria Kyriacou, M.D., primary care sports medicine physician with Baptist Health’s Miami Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute

·      Carla Duenes, Baptist Health registered dietitian

Heart disease is a leading cause of death for women in the United States, yet it is still perceived as a disease of men. In fact, women are 50 percent more likely than men to be diagnosed incorrectly after having a heart attack.
Understanding differences -- from basic anatomy to the way they experience heart attack symptoms -- can help women take charge of their heart health.

Host, Jonathan Fialkow, M.D. welcomes cardiologist Andrea Vitello, M.D. who focuses on women's heart issues as part of Miami Cardiac & Vascular Institute's prevention and risk reduction team.

As the pandemic nears the two-year mark, we’ve come a long way in our fight against COVID-19 with vaccines for adults and kids, booster shots and anti-viral medications. With the omicron variant spreading rapidly, and new at-home drug treatments on the horizon, we take a look at what’s in store for 2022 and beyond.

Host: 

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

 Guests:

·      Madeline Camejo, Pharm. D., chief pharmacy officer at Baptist Health

·      Dr. Samer Fahmy, M.D., chief medical officer at Baptist Health’s Boca Raton Regional Hospital. 

The most wonderful time of the year can also be the most stressful. Holiday preparations and gatherings are fun, but the stress of the season can put a strain on your physical and mental health. Studies have even shown that heart attacks are more frequent around Christmas and New Year’s. 

 Learn what you can do to combat the stress of the season and make the holidays merry and bright with host, Jonathan Fialkow, M.D., and a panel of experts from Baptist Health South Florida. 

 Guests:

·      Carlos Penaherrera, M.D., Associate Medical Director at Baptist Health Hospital in Doral
·      Carmen Barresi, L.M.H.C, psychotherapist with Community Health & Wellness at Baptist Health
·      Andrea Vitello, M.D., cardiologist at Miami Cardiac & Vascular Institute.

We all know that excess sugar in our diet can lead to diabetes and weight gain. But did you ever stop to think about how sugar affects your brain? If you’re thinking “I switched to artificial sweeteners, so I'm O.K.,” listen up: they come with their own set of impacts on your brain chemistry.

Join host, Jonathan Fialkow, M.D., and his guest Dalia Lorenzo, M.D., a neurologist at Miami Neuroscience Institute, for important insights into the effects of sweeteners on mood, memory and even Alzheimer's Disease.

(For more on diet and brain health, Dr. Lorenzo recommends this video:
Power Foods for the Brain - Dr. Neal Barnard)

Holiday travel and family gatherings are expected to rebound this year to near pre-pandemic levels, even though COVID-19 is still with us and the flu is beginning its annual spread across the country.

Find out what preparations you should be making now to keep your family healthy this holiday season, with host, Jonathan Fialkow, M.D. and a panel of experts.

Guests:
·      Sara M. Panella, Pharm D., a clinical pharmacist with Baptist Health
·      Jose Llach, D.O., medical director of the emergency department at Baptist Health Hospital
·      David Mishkin, M.D., medical director of Telehealth and Care on Demand.

More than one-third of American adults are considered obese.

It's not just about being overweight. Obesity is linked to the development of many chronic diseases. In some cases, bariatric surgery can be an effective tool for losing a large amount of weight.  This major surgery has come a long way over the decades, but is not the answer for everyone.

Host, Jonathan Fialkow, M.D. welcomed a bariatric surgeon and a mental health professional to talk about the physical and emotional factors to be considered when thinking about bariatric surgery. 

Guests: 

• Anthony Gonzalez, M.D., medical director of bariatric surgery at Baptist Health South Florida
• Carmen Barresi, L.M.H.C., psychotherapist with Baptist Health's Community Health and Wellness.

Smoking is the main risk factor for developing lung cancer, yet between ten- and twenty-percent of lung cancers happen in people who have never touched tobacco.  Learning about lowering your risks and improving your lung health can be lifesaving.

In observance of Lung Cancer Awareness Month, host, Jonathan Fialkow, M.D. gathered a panel of experts to talk about the latest news in screenings, treatments and support for caregivers.

Guests:

• Federico Albrecht, M.D., medical oncologist with Miami Cancer Institute
• Brenda Gonzalez, M.D., pulmonologist and vice-president of the medical staff at Doctors Hospital
• Lori Adelson, workplace counsel and board member of the American Lung Association

"Saved By The Scan"
Thanks to a new scan, lung cancer can be detected early when it's more curable.  If you smoked, get scanned. To find out if you're a candidate visit Baptisthealth.net/LungScreening.