Franciscan Health Doc Pod

Dr. Dipen Maun shares the basics of colorectal cancer, what happens while you’re sedated during a colonoscopy, and colorectal cancer treatment options.

Dr. Kevin Bree breaks down everything you need to know to be prepared for a colonoscopy – why it’s needed beginning at age 45, how the prep has changed over the years and what it looks like today, what happens during the procedure, and about the colon cancer it could help prevent.

What should women look out for to know if they have AFib.

Menopause can change how your body handles blood sugar, energy, weight an overall health – and for women living with diabetes or other chronic conditions, it can feel especially overwhelming. In this episode we break down what’s really happening in the body during menopause, how hormonal shifts affect diabetes management and what women can do to feel better and stay in control. From symptoms you shouldn’t ignore to practical tips for everyday life, this conversation is design to education, empower, and remind you that you are not alone. Living well is possible – at every stage.

The truth about hormone replacement therapy, birth control, and cardiovascular risk.

Learn how hormonal changes shape cardiovascular health through the decades.

Dr. Schatmeyer will share the most common spinal conditions people experience, and how surgeons determine whether or not a patient is surgical or non-surgical case.

Why women’s heart attacks often go unrecognized and how subtle symptoms can signal serious issues.

How race, gender, and socioeconomic status influence women’s cardiovascular outcomes.

Dr. Cook will explain what pregnancy complications can reveal about long-term heart and vascular risk.