Franciscan Health Doc Pod

In this episode, Dr. Andrew Koivuniemi leads a discussion focusing on herniated discs, how they are caused, how they can be prevented, and some of the common treatment options.

My cycles are normal, right? - why tracking your periods isn't enough. Physicians explain why the practice of tracking your periods (utilizing a monthly calendar or one of the many apps) does not gather all the relevant information needed to determine if a cycle is healthy.

Is hearing loss a normal part of aging? Learn what causes hearing loss as we get older and ways you can help preserve or treat your hearing for the future.

Dr. Matthew Surburg leads a discussion focusing on tinnitus, and possible treatment and management options

Most of us know that many kinds of surgery, including joint and eye surgery, have become same-day procedures, with patients going home within 24 hours. But heart surgery? You may be surprised just how much more quickly you can go home after cardiac procedures these days and the techniques that have shortened hospital stays, quickened patient recovery and even reduced the amount of pain medication patients need after surgery. 

Cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon Michael Tuchek will talk to us today about advances in procedures and care that are getting patients treated and back to their lives more quickly than ever before.

1 in 250 males will develop testicular cancer in their lifetime. While testicular cancer is not very common, the cancer has increased over the last few decades. The American Cancer Society predicts that there will be 9,190 new cases of testicular cancer in the US in 2023.

In this episode, listen as Dr. Atul Chugh talks about high blood pressure medication, focusing on how they work and when to take them.

Ovarian cysts are common in women, and often harmless. But when going unchecked, they can cause pain and discomfort, or worse, they may be cancerous. Learn about the signs and symptoms of ovarian cysts, and when you should seek treatment with a specialist.

Gynecologic cancer is a complex topic with several subtypes. Today we’ll be talking about the three most common types of gynecologic cancer – cervical, endometrial, and ovarian cancer. These three types of cancer often have similar symptoms, which can sometimes be confused or misdiagnosed as menstrual problems. Being aware of the symptoms, your normal body function, and having regular gynecologist visits can all help diagnose cancer earlier for better outcomes. From signs and symptoms to treatment options, Dr. Tina Ayeni is here to share what women should know.