Live Greater | A University of Maryland Medical System Podcast

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March 22, 2023 Can Exercise Really Make You Feel Better?
You may have heard that exercise produces endorphins that make your brain think more clearly and helps boost your mood. Is this true? In this podcast, Dr. Lisa Carchedi, a psychiatrist at the Klein Family Harford County Crisis Center, tells us about the many ways that exercise helps us feel better, how we can get the most out of each session, what kind of exercise helps the most and much more.
9 min
March 17, 2023 When Back Pain Is Cancer: An Inspirational Story
Could back pain be cancer? It was for Nicholas Vasil. Hear the inspirational story of how a surprise diagnosis wasn’t able to keep Vasil down, and how the right medical team, including spine surgeon Dr. Daniel Cavanaugh, was able to provide prompt specialty care to save Vasil’s life.
18 min
February 23, 2023 Treatments for Hard to Heal Wounds
Chronic or hard-to-heal wounds can greatly affect your quality of life. They are often caused by trauma, burns, infections, or by underlying conditions such as diabetes. In this podcast, wound expert Dr. Sherif Osman addresses why these wounds are hard to heal and the treatment options available.
9 min
January 31, 2023 All About Aortic Aneurysms
You may have heard of an aortic aneurysm, but did you know there are two different types? In this podcast, learn about aortic aneurysms, the distinctions between the two types, the risk factors for each, common symptoms, and treatment options. The featured experts are Dr. Charles Fox, a vascular surgeon at UM Capital Region Health, and Dr. Nathanael Dayes, a former vascular surgeon at UM Capital Region Health.
12 min
January 25, 2023 What Is an Anterior Hip Replacement?
Many people have heard of hip replacements. They restore mobility and relieve pain in people with degenerative hip disease or hip trauma. There is a technique called an anterior hip replacement that has been shown to be less painful than many other hip replacement options. In this podcast, Dr. William Cook, chief of orthopaedic surgery at UM Upper Chesapeake Health, discusses what makes this procedure different, who is eligible, what surgery is like and much more.
14 min
January 10, 2023 When to See a Pulmonologist
Your chest is tight when you take a deep breath. You suddenly have trouble breathing when you walk up and down the stairs. You have a cough that won’t go away. There are many reasons your primary care provider might refer you to a pulmonologist who specializes in lung health and lung conditions. In this podcast, Dr. Peter Olivieri, a pulmonologist and critical care expert at UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center, talks about what pulmonology is, when you might need to see a pulmonologist, what happens at your initial visit and much more.
13 min
January 06, 2023 How Vascular Screenings Can Save Your Life
Did you know that an estimated 20 to 30 million Americans are a risk for vascular disease? These include stroke, peripheral artery disease, carotid artery disease, aortic aneurysms and others. In most cases, with early detection, vascular disease can be treated effectively.

In this podcast, Deidre Smith, a Vascular Surgery Nurse Practitioner at UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center, tells us about vascular screenings and how they can save your life!
11 min
January 03, 2023 Am I a Good Candidate for a Hip or Knee Replacement?
If you have hip or knee pain, you may wonder if a joint replacement would provide relief. Did you know that not everyone is a good candidate for this surgery? What makes someone a good candidate and what are alternative treatments? In this podcast, Dr. Sumon Nandi, a hip and knee surgeon with the University of Maryland Medical System, talks about hip and knee replacements, how they help, and who is a good candidate to have one.
19 min
December 05, 2022 Exercises for Lower Back Pain
Does your low back hurt often? There are some healthy habits to adopt and easy exercises you can do to alleviate the discomfort. In this podcast, Dr. Peter Bowman, Director of Therapy Services for the University of Maryland Orthopaedic Associates, explains the causes of low back pain and shares ways to feel better quickly.
15 min
November 15, 2022 How to Have a Back-Healthy Lifestyle
Is your chronic back pain related to your lifestyle? Sitting too much, not exercising enough, too much stress, and even being overweight could affect how your back feels. In this podcast, Dr. Claudia Dal Molin, a sports medicine expert with an interest in lifestyle medicine at the University of Maryland Medical Center, discusses what lifestyle changes can help reduce back pain and what steps you can take to help your back feel great.
11 min

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Welcome to the Live Greater Podcast Series. Information for a healthier you from the University of Maryland Medical System. Discover the latest health tips, treatments, and technology from our experts…