A part of UNC Health Appalachian's - Watauga Surgical, Dr. Tim Edmisten, a Thoracic Surgeon, is guest on the September 2026 episode. After his extensive studies, Edmisten, a native of Boone, returned home and starting practicing locally in 1999. He uses the most advanced technologies in general thoracic surgery and breaks down, what is thoracic surgery.

Guest for this episode was Angie Farthing, Director of the Birthing Center at Watauga Medical Center in Boone. Topics covered include popular birthing plans, labor and delivery for first time parents, the OB Emergency Department (OBED), advances in labor and delivery, and the biggest myths about labor.

Guests on the June edition are Dr. Kacy Stille and Dr. Jack Coiner of UNC Health Appalachian, who provides women's healthcare across all stages of life. The discussion includes invasive gynecologic surgery, annual exams, menopause care, hormone replacement therapy and more.

The episode of Making Life Better is Family Medicine Physician Dr. Molly Benedum, who cares for adults and children. She was recently named Executive Director of Academics for UNC Health Appalachian and oversees their Rural Family Medicine Program.

Listen in as Paul and an expert in wilderness medicine offers tips and best practices about how to prepare for your next wilderness adventure.