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Do you know the signs and symptoms of skin cancer? Laraine Kemery, MSN, APRN-CNP, R.N., AOCNP, shares tips for prevention, how to tell if a spot on your skin needs to be checked and what do if you have concerns.

Jefferson Healthcare begins the Campus Modernization Project this summer which will include new and larger medical office space for Oncology, Dermatology, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Wound Clinic, Express Clinic, and an updated cafeteria in addition to space to introduce new specialty services to meet growing community needs. Work has already started on the project and Jake will provide quarterly status updates to keep the community informed.

Dr. Noura Elsedawy is a medical oncologist and hematologist oncologist who is a renowned expert in the treatment of plasma cell disorders. She sees patients with myeloma, amyloidosis, MGUS and other related disorders. Learn more about the type of care Dr. Elsedawy provides to her patients, and why she chose to pursue a career in medicine.

In this episode, we will hear from Grace. She will lead a discussion focusing on her own journey in managing bipolar disorder.

Kafila Jaipuri is a Certified Family Nurse Practitioner at Regional One Health who provides comprehensive care for patients at the Kirby Primary Care practice in East Memphis. She joins us today to talk about the importance of regular primary care, what inspired her to a career in medicine, and what brings her joy outside of work.

In this episode, Dr. David Milligan leads a discussion focusing on childhood obesity and provides expert advice on how parents can ensure their children have healthy, well-balanced diets.

The Dental Assistant Internship Program at International Community Health Services is a unique pipeline for anyone looking to make a career change. The internship is a full-time, paid position offering six months of all-expenses-paid training followed by a year-and-a-half of guaranteed work experience at an ICHS clinic.

Dental assistants are a vital part of the dentistry field and currently in high demand. According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, the demand for dental assistants is projected to grow 8% from 2021 to 2031, faster than the average for all occupations. The aging of the large baby-boomer generation is expected to fuel the continued need for dental care to maintain and treat teeth.

I’m pleased to introduce Viktoriya Garkavi, dental clinical support supervisor at ICHS. Joining her is ICHS dental assistant Mei Vuong. Together, they will talk about this highly-valued, intensive training opportunity available only at ICHS.

In this episode, Dr. Matt Wittry leads a discussion focusing on the progressive rise of anxiety and mental health issues in children and adolescents.

The cancer journey often involves a number of unknowns for patients and their families. That’s where oncology nurse navigators come in! Listen as Katie Brummer, an oncology nurse navigator at WakeMed Cancer Care, explains how they help patients and caregivers manage the information involved with diagnosis, treatment, survivorship and anything else in between.