First Aid Chats by Dr. G

First Aid Chats by Dr. G

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First Aid Chats by Dr. G episodes

  • Our Children...Our Future...Their Health

    In this episode Prof. M. Anne St. John - Consultant Pediatrician weighs in on the impact of childhood obesity on the health of our future generation. She delivers some staggering statistics on the current status of our local childhood population as well as some beneficial tips and resources on how we can curb this challenge.

    Follow us  at https://www.facebook.com/cornerstonemedcc/ or instagram @cornerstonemed_246.

    1 hr 11 min
  • The Exploding World of Headaches

    In this episode Dr. Melvin Parasram - Resident Neurologist  deconstructs for the listeners primary and secondary headaches, differentiating cluster, migraines and tension headaches from the medical emergency of the headache associated with a sub-arachnoid hemorrhage. Follow us  at https://www.facebook.com/cornerstonemedcc/ or instagram @cornerstonemed_246.

    1 hr 9 min
  • Our Precious Kidneys

    In this episode Dr. Nerissa Jurawan - Consultant Nephrologist discusses Chronic Kidney Disease . She speaks specifically about CKD on a background of Hypertension and Diabetes, making special mention of the Barbados' Screening Program and the benefits of renal transplantation to both the donor and recipient. Follow us  at https://www.facebook.com/cornerstonemedcc/ or instagram @cornerstonemed_246.

    1 hr 6 min
  • The Golden Years: Managing Dementia

    In this episode Dr. Ambrose Ramsay - Consultant in Internal & Geriatric Medicine discusses The Golden Years speaking about the normal aging process vs dementia. Making quite a distinction between delirium and dementia, he goes on to speak about the different types of dementia with special focus on Alzheimer's Disease  and how can affect not just the patient but also the caregivers. Follow us  at https://www.facebook.com/cornerstonemedcc/ or instagram @cornerstonemed_246.

    1 hr 10 min
  • Heart Failure: Can Alcohol Be Culpable

    In this episode Dr. Aderemi Soyombo - Consultant Cardiologist breaks down the causes and symptoms of heart failure taking an indepth look at alcohol dilated cardiomyopathy.  Follow us  at https://www.facebook.com/cornerstonemedcc/ or instagram @cornerstonemed_246

    1 hr 15 min
  • COVID-19 & Beyond: The Barbadian Journey

    In this episode Dr. Andre Lovell - Consultant in Internal Medicine takes us through the COVID-19 Barbadian Journey, breaking down complex topics within such as herd immunity, vaccines, testing, scope for new testing modalities and sample types all backed by evidence.  Follow us  at https://www.facebook.com/cornerstonemedcc/ or instagram @cornerstonemed_246.

    1 hr 36 min
  • Sex Matters: The Pelvic Floor Connection

    This episode features Dr. Juan Michelle - Physiotherapist & Pelvic Floor Specialist . During this segment, she speaks about the impact that pelvic floor dysfunction can impact sexual function in both males and females. Follow us  at https://www.facebook.com/cornerstonemedcc/ or instagram @cornerstonemed_246.

    Follow Dr. Martin via IG @thepelvicperspective FB: www.facebook.com/jmmhealthsolutions or contact her at  www.jmmhealthsolutions.com

    1 hr 6 min
  • Coming Straight From The Heart

    In this episode Dr. Andre Lovell - Consultant in Internal Medicine  takes a look at hypertension looking at some phenomena seen with this condition as well as the effects of Hypertension on the organs.  Follow us  at https://www.facebook.com/cornerstonemedcc/ or instagram @cornerstonemed_246.

    1 hr 6 min
  • Seizures in the Pediatric Population

    This episode features Dr. Julianne Steel-Duncan - Pediatrician who takes a look at febrile seizures and then briefly goes on to discuss epilepsy from a pediatric perspective. Follow us  at https://www.facebook.com/cornerstonemedcc/ or instagram @cornerstonemed_246.

    1 hr 3 min
  • Colorectal Cancer: From Polyp to Mass

    This episode features Dr. Sahle Griffith- Consultant Minimally Invasive Surgeon. During this segment, he speaks about some of the findings of Colon Cancer research locally as well as a special focus on screening modalities that are locally available. Follow us  at https://www.facebook.com/cornerstonemedcc/ or instagram @cornerstonemed_246.

    1 hr 7 min

About First Aid Chats by Dr. G

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This patient medical education forum provides the public with a unique opportunity to talk with medical professionals about various medical topics. It is done in the format of a call-in program so…