Doc Talk with Monument Health

Doc Talk with Monument Health

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Doc Talk with Monument Health episodes

  • Episode 154: Debunking Cancer Treatment Myths with Oncologist Bayan Al-Share, M.D.
    Misinformation can spread quickly, especially when it comes to health care. Lately, some cancer patients have been asking about the use of Ivermectin, a drug designed to treat parasites, as a potential cancer treatment. Bayan Al-Share, M.D., Oncologist at Monument Health Cancer Care Institute, joins host Mark Houston to address where this idea came from, what the science actually says and how to evaluate sources of medical information. Dr. Al-Share also shares how she handles these conversations in the exam room and what patients should know before considering alternative therapies.

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    33 min
  • Episode 153: Doc Talk Live! Sleep Apnea and Inspire Therapy with Loren Jones, M.D.

    This week we share the second in an ongoing series of Doc Talk Live! episodes recorded in front of an audience at the Matthews Opera House and Art Center in Spearfish. Loren Jones, M.D., Ear, Nose and Throat surgeon at Spearfish Clinic, North Avenue, discusses sleep apnea and answers questions from the crowd. Dr. Jones shares his expertise on treatments for sleep apnea, focusing on Inspire Therapy, an exciting alternative to C-PAP machines.

     

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    30 min
  • Ep. 152: Finding Talent with Sarah Blenner and Joanna Wiseman, Talent Acquisition Team

    What goes into staffing all of the many roles at a hospital? Sarah Blenner, Director of Talent Resourcing and Joanna Wiseman, Talent Acquisition and Marketing Specialist are responsible for filling all of the non-Physician jobs at Monument Health. Find out how they approach the tall task of keeping over 1,200 spots filled while still remaining selective in an extremely competitive industry. 

     

    Looking for a new career at a great place to work? Go to monument.health/careers and find the health care role that’s right for you.

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    23 min
  • Episode 151: Trauma Surgery and Emergency Medicine with Leslie Van Dyne, M.D.
    As a Trauma Surgeon and Critical Care Specialist at Rapid City Hospital, Leslie Van Dyne, M.D. shares her unique perspective on caring for patients in a rural area known for outdoor adventure and seasonal risks. Dr. Van Dyne explains the differences between trauma surgery and emergency medicine, discusses caring for critical patients in the ICU and relates how activities like ATV riding, horseback riding and summer tourism impact the trauma cases she sees.

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    25 min
  • Part 8: Vital Conversations with Stephen Tamang, M.D. and Mark Houston
    In this episode of Vital Conversations: A Doc Talk Community Series, the host becomes the subject. Stephen Tamang, M.D., reflects on his conversations with local leaders and what he took away from their discussions about homelessness, mental health and housing in the Black Hills. He shares behind-the-scenes insights from the series, what surprised him most and how the experience shaped his run for city council.

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    29 min
  • Episode 150: Rally Ready in Sturgis with Joy Mueller, M.D.
    As a born and raised local and, now a Physician, Joy Mueller, M.D., Family Medicine and Primary Care Monument Health Sturgis Clinic, has seen more than a few Sturgis Motorcycle Rallies. In this episode of Doc Talk, Dr. Mueller describes the different ways the staff in Sturgis prepares in advance for the influx of cases at their Emergency Department, Same Day Clinic and Hospital. She reveals some common injuries she treats and how she still manages to enjoy the Rally, despite her busy caseload as a doctor.

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    26 min
  • Part 7: Vital Conversations with Dr. Stephen Tamang and Mark Harlow, M.D., Orthopedic Surgeon and Lead Physician at Oyate Health Center

    In this episode of Vital Conversations, a Doc Talk Community Series, Stephen Tamang, M.D. sits down with Mark Harlow, M.D., Orthopedic Surgeon and Lead Physician at Oyate Health Center. They unpack health disparities in Native American communities, the challenges of homelessness and how Oyate's growth is transforming care through innovation, education and compassion.

     

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    1 hr 10 min
  • Episode 149: Peace of Mind for Parents with Eric Krohn, D.O., Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon
    In this enlivened conversation, Eric Krohn, D.O., Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon at Monument Health Orthopedic & Specialty Hospital in Rapid City, explains what drew him to medicine in general and Orthopedics specifically, and how he fits into the spectrum of health care for kids. He also details some of the common conditions he sees, such as club foot and toe-walking, and how they are treated. If you’re a parent or guardian that often wonders if your child’s injury may need a surgeon’s attention, this episode is for you.

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    32 min
  • Part 6: Vital Conversations with Dr. Stephen Tamang and Charity Doyle, CEO of OneHeart: A Place for Healing and Hope
    In this episode of Vital Conversations, a Doc Talk Community Series, Stephen Tamang, M.D. talks with Charity Doyle, CEO of OneHeart: A Place for Healing and Hope. The duo discuss the origin and evolution of One Heart, an innovative campus built to lift people out of crisis by addressing stability, brain health and community connection. From housing to healing, it's a story of bold ideas and lasting impact.

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    1 hr 21 min
  • Episode 148: Doc Talk Live! Obesity Management and Surgical Weight Loss with Andrew VanOsdol, M.D.

    This week we share the first in an ongoing series of Doc Talk Live! episodes recorded in front of an audience at the Matthews Opera House and Art Center in Spearfish. Andrew VanOsdol, M.D., fellowship-trained Bariatric Surgeon at Spearfish Clinic, North Avenue, discusses obesity and surgical weight loss and answers questions from the crowd. Dr. VanOsdol shares his expertise on GLP-1 medicines like Ozempic and gives general advice on weight management, particularly as you age.

     

    Want to attend a recording? Join us for our next Doc Talk Live! at the Matthews Opera House and Art Center July 21, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. Our guest, Loren Jones, M.D., Ear, Nose and Throat Doctor at Spearfish Clinic, North Avenue, will discuss treatments and solutions for people suffering from sleep apnea.

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    25 min

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