Baptist HealthTalk

Los derrames cerebrales no solo afectan a personas mayores. Cada vez se están viendo más casos de stroke en adultos jóvenes, incluso en personas menores de 55 años. ¿Por qué está pasando esto? ¿Qué factores de riesgo pueden estar detrás? ¿Y cómo reconocer las señales a tiempo?

En este episodio de Baptist HealthTalk, Sandra Peebles conversa con el Dr. Felipe De Los Ríos La Rosa, neurólogo cerebrovascular y director del programa de stroke en Baptist Health Miami Neuroscience Institute, sobre lo que todos debemos saber para prevenir y actuar rápidamente ante un derrame cerebral.

En esta conversación aprenderás:

• Por qué los derrames cerebrales están aumentando en adultos jóvenes
 • Cuáles son los principales factores de riesgo
 • Cómo sustancias recreativas como cocaína, estimulantes y marihuana pueden influir en el riesgo cardiovascular
 • Qué síntomas pueden confundirse con intoxicación o cansancio
 • La diferencia entre un mini stroke y un AIT
 • Por qué llamar al 911 puede marcar la diferencia
 • Qué hábitos pueden ayudar a reducir el riesgo de stroke

Aunque el riesgo nunca es cero, muchos factores relacionados con los derrames cerebrales pueden modificarse con prevención, chequeos médicos, alimentación balanceada, ejercicio, buen descanso y manejo del estrés.

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Presentadora:
Sandra Peebles
Periodista Galardonada

Experto: 
Felipe De Los Rios La Rosa, M.D.
Neurólogo Cerebrovascular
Director del Programa de Stroke
Baptist Health Miami Neuroscience Institute

Stroke is often thought of as something that happens later in life — but more young adults are experiencing strokes, and many don’t recognize the warning signs until it’s too late.

In this episode of Baptist Health Talk, host Sandra Peebles speaks with Dr. Felipe De Los Rios La Rosa, cerebrovascular neurologist and director of the stroke program at Baptist Health Miami Neuroscience Institute, about why stroke risk is rising among younger adults and what people can do to protect themselves.

You’ll learn:

• Why strokes are becoming more common in adults under 55
 • How recreational drug use, alcohol, vaping and marijuana may affect stroke risk
 • Why being young, active or healthy does not make you immune
 • The FAST warning signs everyone should know
 • What a TIA or “mini stroke” really means
 • Why calling 911 quickly can make a major difference
 • Practical steps that may help lower your stroke risk

Dr. De Los Rios also explains why stroke symptoms can be missed in younger people, how sudden changes in speech, vision, balance or strength should never be ignored, and why prevention should start earlier than many people think.

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Host:
Sandra Peebles
Award-Winning Journalist

Guest:
Felipe De Los Rios La Rosa, M.D.
Cerebrovascular Neurologist
Director of Stroke Care
Baptist Health Miami Neuroscience Institute

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Osteoporosis is often called a silent disease because many people do not know they have it until they suffer a fracture. But when should you start paying attention to your bone health — and what can you do now to protect yourself?

In this episode of Baptist Health Talk, host Johanna Gomez speaks with Dr. Maria Kyriacou, primary care sports medicine physician with Baptist Health Orthopedic Care, about osteoporosis, bone density, menopause, weight loss medications, strength training and prevention.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

•  What osteoporosis is and why it matters 
•  Why bone loss can begin earlier than many people think 
•  How menopause affects bone density 
•  What a DEXA scan measures 
•  Why strength training is key for stronger bones 
•  How nutrition, calcium, vitamin D and protein support bone health 
•  Whether Pilates, yoga and weightlifting are safe 
•  How weight loss medications may affect nutrition and bone density 
•  Why men also need to pay attention to osteoporosis 
•  How AI may help patients access better resources and information 

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Host:
Johanna Gomez
Award-Winning Host & Journalist

Guest:

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

What are brain tumors, who is at risk, and what symptoms should you never ignore? In this episode of Baptist Health Talk, we break down the most searched questions about brain tumors, including common warning signs, treatment options, myths about cell phones, and why there is more hope today than ever before.

Host Johanna Gomez is joined by Dr. Rupesh Kotecha, Chief of Radiosurgery at Baptist Health Miami Cancer Institute, and Dr. Evan Bander, neurosurgeon and co-director of the Pituitary Tumor Program at Baptist Health Miami Neuroscience Institute.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• What brain tumors are and how common they are
 • The difference between benign and malignant brain tumors
 • Whether cell phones or AirPods increase brain tumor risk
 • Symptoms such as persistent headaches, nausea, vision changes and seizures
 • When surgery, radiation, CyberKnife or other treatments may be used
 • Why multidisciplinary care matters for brain tumor patients
 • What glioblastoma is and why it receives so much attention
 • How palliative care supports quality of life
 • Where doctors see hope in newer treatment approaches

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Host:
Johanna Gomez
Award-Winning Host & Journalist

Guests:
Rupesh Kotecha, M.D
Chief of Radiosurgery & Director of Central Nervous System Metastasis
Baptist Health Miami Cancer Institute

Evan Bander, M.D.
Neurosurgeon & Co-Director of the Pituitary Tumor Program
Baptist Health Miami Neuroscience Institute 

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Can you reverse heart aging—or at least slow it down?

In this episode of Baptist HealthTalk, Sandra Peebles is joined by Dr. Jonathan Fialkow, Chief Medical Executive of Integrated Services and Precision Care at Baptist Health, for a fascinating conversation about heart aging, longevity, inflammation, and the everyday habits that have the biggest impact on cardiovascular health.

Together, they break down the science behind aging hearts, explain the growing research surrounding the extracellular matrix (ECM), and separate real prevention strategies from social media wellness hype.

You’ll learn:

• What “heart age” actually means—and how it’s measured
 • Why exercise is still the most powerful thing you can do for your heart
 • How sleep affects inflammation, heart health, and aging
 • What happens to the heart and blood vessels as we get older
 • The truth about biohacking, cold plunges, and red light therapy
 • Whether supplements and stem cell therapies really help
 • Why chronic disease impacts the heart, brain, and kidneys together
 • If heart aging can actually be reversed after age 50
 • The truth about red wine and heart health
 • How lifestyle habits influence long-term cardiovascular risk

Whether you’re focused on prevention, healthy aging, or simply trying to understand what really matters for heart health, this episode offers practical, science-backed guidance you can actually use.

Host:
Sandra Peebles
Award-Winning Journalist

Guest:
Jonathan Fialkow, M.D.,
Cardiologist, Baptist Health Heart & Vascular Care  
Chief Medical Executive of Integrated Services & Precision Care
Baptist Health

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Pensar en una cirugía puede causar miedo… pero hoy en día, la realidad es muy diferente.

En este episodio de Baptist Health Talk, el Dr. Juan Carlos Verdeja explica qué hacen los cirujanos generales, desde tratar hernias hasta problemas de la vesícula, y cómo es realmente la recuperación con técnicas modernas.

Gracias a la cirugía laparoscópica y robótica, los procedimientos son menos invasivos, la recuperación es más rápida y los pacientes vuelven a su vida normal mucho antes.

En este episodio hablamos de:

•  Qué trata un cirujano general 
•  Hernias y problemas de la vesícula 
•  Cuándo buscar atención médica 
•  Cómo es la recuperación 
•  Mitos comunes sobre la cirugía 

🎧 Infórmate, prepárate y toma decisiones con confianza.

Presentadora:
Sandra Peebles
Periodista Galardonada

Experto:
Juan Carlos Verdeja, M.D.
Jefe de la División de Cirugía General
Baptist Health Medical Group

Thinking about surgery can feel overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be.

In this episode of Baptist Health Talk, Dr. Juan Carlos Verdeja, Chief of General Surgery, breaks down what general surgeons actually do—from treating hernias to removing gallbladders—and what recovery really looks like today.

Thanks to modern techniques like laparoscopic and robotic surgery, procedures are less invasive, recovery is faster, and patients are back to their normal lives sooner than ever.

We cover:

•  What general surgeons treat 
•  Common conditions like hernias and gallstones 
•  When to seek medical care 
•  What recovery really feels like 
•  Debunking common myths about surgery 

🎧 Listen and feel more informed, prepared, and confident about your care.

Host:
Sandra Peebles
Award-Winning Journalist

Guest:
Juan Carlos Verdeja, M.D.
Chief of the General Surgery Division 
Baptist Health Medical Group
Affiliate Dean, Professor of Surgery & 
Director of Laparoscopy and Minimally Invasive Surgery,
FIU Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine

When it comes to cancer, risk does not mean destiny—and understanding the facts can make all the difference.

In this episode of Baptist HealthTalk, Dr. Anthony Gonzalez is joined by Dr. Justin Dubin, Director of Men’s Sexual Health at Baptist Health Miami Cancer Institute, and Dr. Ryan Matthew Kahn, Gynecologic Oncologist with Baptist Health Cancer Care.

Together, they break down the real connection between cancer, hormones, and HPV—separating myths from medical facts and highlighting what you can actually do to reduce your risk.

You’ll learn:

•  The most common cancers affecting men and women—and how to catch them early 
•  Updated screening guidelines, including changes to prostate cancer testing 
•  How hormones can influence cancer risk, treatment, and recovery 
•  The truth about testosterone and prostate cancer 
•  What HPV does in both women and men—including its link to throat cancer 
•  Why the HPV vaccine is important for all genders (and not just teens) 
•  Simple, actionable steps you can take today to support prevention 

Whether you’re thinking about your own health or looking out for your family, this episode offers clear, practical guidance to help you stay informed and proactive.

Host:
Anthony Gonzalez, M.D.
Chief of Surgery, Baptist Health Baptist Hospital
Medical Director of Bariatric Surgery, Baptist Health

Guests:
Justin Dubin, M.D.
Director of Men’s Sexual Health
Baptist Health Miami Cancer Institute

Ryan Matthew Kahn, M.D.
Gynecologic Oncologist
Baptist Health Cancer Care

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Sexual health is one of the most searched—but least talked about—topics online. In this episode of Baptist Health Talk, we’re breaking the silence.

Dr. Anthony Gonzalez sits down with Dr. Justin Dubin, Director of Men’s Sexual Health at Baptist Health Miami Cancer Institute, to answer the questions many men are too embarrassed to ask—from erectile dysfunction and testosterone to fertility and the impact of lifestyle choices.

Learn how sexual health connects to overall health, why symptoms like low libido and ED may be early warning signs, and when it’s time to stop Googling and see a doctor.

Whether you're concerned about performance, hormones, or starting a family, this conversation delivers real answers backed by medical expertise.

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Host:
Anthony Gonzalez, M.D.
Chief of Surgery, Baptist Health Baptist Hospital
Medical Director of Bariatric Surgery, Baptist Health

Guest:
Justin Dubin, M.D.
Director of Men’s Sexual Health
Baptist Health Miami Cancer Institute

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Lung cancer is one of the most common—and most misunderstood—conditions out there. The symptoms can be subtle, easy to ignore, or mistaken for something as simple as a cold.

In this episode of Baptist HealthTalk, thoracic surgeon Dr. Ian Bostock breaks down what lung cancer really is, the early warning signs to watch for, and when it’s time to talk to your doctor about screening.

You’ll learn:

•  The difference between types of lung cancer 
•  Why symptoms often don’t appear early 
•  Key warning signs you shouldn’t ignore 
•  Who should consider lung cancer screening 
•  The truth about smoking, vaping, and risk 
•  How early detection can save lives 

If you’ve ever wondered whether your symptoms are “just a cold” or something more serious, this is a must-listen.

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Host:
Johanna Gomez
Award-Winning Host & Journalist

Guest:
Ian Bostock, M.D.
Thoracic Surgeon 
Baptist Health Cancer Care

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