Marked Medicine

Would you like to know how to become a registered nurse?

Tune in this week as we talk with Victoria Pierce, RN, as she details here recent educational journey to becoming an RN.

Victoria graduated at the top of her class from Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College School of Nursing and Health Sciences! She is an inspiration to so many, and we are lucky to have her on the show to encourage others who may be thinking of a career in nursing!

Links mentioned in this episode:

ABAC School of Nursing

Wiregrass Georgia Technical College School of Nursing

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Are you looking for tips to help keep your kids safe online?

If so, this episode is for you!

We are joined by Officer Gomez, a School Resource Officer in Idaho who dedicates his time to providing parents information that they need to navigate today's kids and schools.

He answers social media safety questions, including the best way to keep your kids safe online.

He also explains the importance of instilling values within our children, and helping them recognize their worth.

We also talk about vaping, and the health dangers that go along with this.

We also talked about the incredible organization in our community that is helping to instill worth and values within our youth, Know Your Worth Collaborative.

You can learn more about some of the youth in our community that are involved in this collaborative as well as their own by listening to the episodes linked below!

Mental Health Awareness: How a Tragedy Led a Community to Act

Decoding Dyslexia with Rhianna Lewis

You can help support Ethan Kramer's initiative to raise money for teen mental health awareness by going to his website and making a purchase Today Will Be Better Apparel! All proceeds will be donated to National Alliance on Mental Health Georgia!

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Dr. Justin Harrell is Board Certified in Family Practice, and currently works as an Emergency Room Physician.

In this episode, we discuss what its like to work in as an ER doctor in rural emergency medicine.

Dr. Harrell has a vast amount of training in both Family Medicine and Emergency Medicine, as well as Rural Emergency Medicine experience that he gained while working in New Zealand.

If you have ever wondered what its like to work in rural medicine, this episode is for you!

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How Important are Nurse Practitioners?

In this week's episode, we are joined by Pam Turk, FNP-C. She has worked at Douglas Medical Specialists in Douglas, Georgia, for many years.

Not only has she saved many lives, she has been instrumental in training nurses and other nurse practitioners in our area.

We talk about Pam's career history, as well as the evolution of the role of the nurse practitioner.

We also discuss the importance of building relationships with other healthcare providers to be able to best help your patients!

At the end of the episode, you will get a small glimpse of what it's like to call Mark with a question!

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Is your New Year's Resolution for 2024 to become healthier, but you aren't sure how to make your resolution stick?

If so, this episode is for you!

We discuss the importance of setting realistic goals for yourself, as well as tips and tricks for sticking to your goals!

We also talk about the ways that leading a healthier lifestyle can also help you save money, which is a New Year's Resolution for many of us!

The important things to remember are to start low and go slow, make small changes over time, understand that becoming healthier is a lifestyle change, and to give yourself some grace!

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Gene Wade, RPh, is a retired pharmacist in our hometown, Douglas, Georgia. He and his wife, Mrs. Jane, owned and operated a pharmacy that her parents started in 1938 named McRae's Pharmacy. He has been an integral part of Coffee County healthcare for many years.

He has worn many hats in our community, including being the Legendary Voice of the Trojans since 1976! You can listen to Mr. Gene provide play by play action for many sports at Coffee High School. Most recently, he called the game as the Coffee High Trojans won their FIRST Georgia High School Association Class 5A Football State Championship alongside his longtime co-host Leslie Byron Smith and grandson and former Coffee High Trojan quarterback Wade Sumner.

Mr. Gene takes us down memory lane, and shares with us not only his love for radio broadcast, but his sincere desire to do all that he can do to make a positive impact on the children in our community. Mr. Gene also shares with us the positive impact that sports has on youth.

He even tells a story of how he and a friend built their own radio station when he was just a boy!

We were truly mesmerized talking with Mr. Gene! He is a shining example of how one person can be legendary and make such a positive impact on so many! We truly hope that you enjoy this show!

Thank you Mr. Gene for spending time with us!

We would also like to extend a huge CONGRATULATIONS to our State Champion Coffee High School Football Team and Staff!!

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Nick Cady

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Did you know that heart attacks are most likely to occur on Christmas Day, the day after Christmas, and New Year's Day?

In this week's episode, we talk about the risk factors for a heart attack, the signs and symptoms of a heart attack, and what you should do if you are having chest pain.

We also talk about the importance of learning Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and the importance of using an Automated External Defribillator (AED) when available.

Other Links Mentioned in This Episode:

Damar Hamlin

Red Cross CPR Certification

Purchase an AED Here!

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Would you like to know more about Functional Medicine?

In today's episode, we are joined by Bobby Guess, FNP-C, and his wife, Melissa. They are the owners of Revive Hydration and Functional Health in Douglas, Georgia.

They share their story with us about how they first became interested in Functional Medicine, as well as the services that they provide.

Functional Medicine is patient-centered care that focuses on treatment directed at the root causes of health conditions, rather than solely symptom management.

They share with us how they help patients achieve their optimal healthcare goals through various tests and interventions!

If you have been curious about Functional Medicine, this one is for you!

You can learn more by going to their website: https://www.revive-hydration.com/.

You can find them on Facebook at Revive Hydration and Functional Health

You can find them on Instagram at Revive Hydration & Functional Health

Their office location is:

1150 Ward St. Ext

Douglas, GA 31533

912.720.5450

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Are you struggling with infertility?

If so, this episode is for you! Did you know that about 1 in 5 women are currently struggling with infertility? Please don't let silence be the thing that stops you from getting the help you deserve!

In this episode, we are joined by Jordan Watkins, and she shares her personal story of struggling with infertility and in vitro fertilization (IVF) that has not yet worked for her.

She is passionate about letting both men and women know that if you are struggling with infertility, you are not alone!

Jordan shares some of her personal medical history, including the early signs that indicated she had female health issues.

She talks about the impact that infertility can have on all relationships, including a marriage. She also urges couples to seek healthcare sooner rather than later, and educate yourself on infertility as soon as possible!

At the end of the episode, we also answer some of the questions that were submitted by you, our listeners!

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

1. The causes of infertility
2. Some of the treatments for infertility
3. When to see a fertility specialist
4. About Klinefelter Syndrome, and how it relates to infertility
5. The impact that infertility can have on all relationships
6. The importance of surrounding yourself with a strong support system

Jordan is also passionate about helping other women who are struggling with infertility. You can reach her on Facebook at Jordan Graham Watkins and Instagram @jordan_graham_watkins

Jordan,

Thank you so much for being so brave and sharing your personal story in hopes of helping others! We admire you and your courage!

Mark & Amanda Brulte

OTHER RESOURCES:

1. CDC Infertility FAQs

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Nick Cady

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This episode explains how the stigma associated with seeking care for mental health needs is being removed, and also shares the good news that there IS hope for those suffering with mental health conditions!

In today's episode, we are joined by Jason Wilcox, PMHNP-BC. He is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who provides care to patients with mental health needs. He shares with us how providers like him are working to remove barriers associated with seeking care for mental health needs. He is passionate about educating the public and encouraging others NOT to allow the stigma associated with mental health issues be a barrier for seeking care. He does an excellent job of sharing the good news for those experiencing mental health issues, which is that there IS hope for the future! He discusses the importance of treating patients as if they are members of his own family so that no stone is left unturned when providing excellent patient care.

December is also Seasonal Affective Disorder Awareness Month. After our time with Jason, Amanda and I discuss Seasonal Affective Disorder. In this segment of the show, you will hear the following information:

1. What is Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

2. The symptoms of SAD

3. The risk factors for developing SAD

4. How to prevent SAD

5. The treatments for SAD

OTHER RESOURCES FOR SAD

1. Seasonal Affective Disorder Awareness Month

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN:

1. What is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, the types of patients they serve, and how they can help patients with a mental health need

2. The 3 types of mental health disorders including thought disorders, mood disorders, and personality disorders

3. Barriers to seeking mental health care

4. How Telehealth is now being utilized to privately and conveniently provide care to patients with mental health needs

5. How Telehealth is helping remove stigma as a barrier for seeking mental health care

6. How Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners can help fill the need for a lack of mental health providers in rural areas

7. The importance of coping mechanisms

8. How to find a mental health provider

FOR HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS, YOU WILL LEARN:

1. The challenges that healthcare providers face when caring for patients with a mental health need

2. How to provide hope to patients with a mental health need

3. When to refer patients to a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

4. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy

5. Information about the relatively new medication Aristada

6. The importance of nurse practitioners knowing when to collaborate with their supervising physician

7. How to rule out medical conditions prior to making a mental health referral

8. The benefits of treating patients as if they are members of your own family

9. The importance and benefits of providing patients with real experiences to help them through their personal situations

10. The importance of building rapport with patients

RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

1. GeneSight- Personalized Genetic Testing for Mental Health Medications

2. Starting Point Behavioral Health Unit at Jeff Davis Hospital
3. Dr. Kwaku Oppong, MD
4. Find a Community Service Board
5. Georgia Department of Behavorial Health and Developmental Disabilities
6. Jeff Davis Hospital
7. 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

If you have not yet listened to our other episodes about mental health resources, you can find them HERE!

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Podcast Producer

Nick Cady

[email protected]