RUMC Connections

RUMC Connections

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RUMC Connections episodes

  • Glaucoma- The Silent Thief Of Sight

    In

    this episode, we continue our conversation with RUMC’s Optometrist, Dr. Joseph
    Muscente. Last episode we discussed traumas and emergencies that can
    affect our eyes. In this episode, we’ll discuss glaucoma and the
    importance of having your eyes checked regularly to detect any issues early
    on. Glaucoma is a very common eye disease affecting more than 70 million
    people worldwide and it’s the leading cause of blindness, accounting for over
    12% of blindness around the world. 

    33 min
  • Eye Of The Storm: Ocular Trauma and Emergencies

    In this episode, Meredith, Alex & Dan are joined by

    Optometrist Dr. Joseph Muscente to discuss ocular emergencies. Eye emergencies include cuts, scratches, objects in the eye, burns, chemical exposure and blunt injuries to the eye or eyelid. These injuries may cause visual change, pain or discomfort, and changes to the appearance of the eye itself. Dr. Muscente will share some of the more common injuries people experience, how to treat them, and when it's time to seek medical care.

    28 min
  • EMS Life, Tales From The Streets

    In this episode, Meredith, Alex

    & Dan continue their conversation with lead Paramedic, Angela Ciocia, and
    lead EMT, James Donnelly to discuss personal encounters and what it takes to
    work in the EMS field.

    31 min
  • Emergency Medical Service (EMS)

    In this episode, Meredith, Alex and Dan are joined by two of
    Richmond University Medical Center's Emergency Medical Service (EMS) leaders,
    Angela Ciocia and James Donnelly to learn more about life on an ambulance as
    well as what it takes to be an EMT or Paramedic.

    26 min
  • Bariatrics: Surgical Weight-Loss Options: What to Expect

    In this episode, Meredith, Alex and

    Dan continue their conversation with Dr. Alex Barkan, Chief of
    Bariatric Surgery, Vice Chair of Department of Surgery at
    Richmond University Medical Center, and founder of the hospital’s Bariatric and
    Metabolic Institute. Last episode the various bariatric services
    that are performed at RUMC were covered. In this episode,
    we’ll discuss the total bariatric journey – from who qualifies to what the
    process is like before and after, and life post-surgery.

    35 min
  • Bariatric Services

    On this episode Meredith, Alex and Dan are joined by the founder of
    RUMC’s Bariatric and Metabolic Institute, Dr. Alex Barkan, M.D., M.B.A,
    F.A.C.S., F.A.S.M.B.S., who has performed thousands of bariatric surgery
    procedures since entering the field in 2006. He is the Chief of Bariatric
    surgery and Vice Chair for the Department of Surgery at RUMC.  Dr. Barkan discusses
    the various weight loss procedures that are available at RUMC, who qualifies ,
    and the benefits of weight loss surgery.

    22 min
  • Surgical Services

    Continuing the conversation with Dr. Loren Harris, Chair of the Department of

    Surgery at Richmond University Medical Center. Last episode, we talked about
    robotic surgical services that are performed at RUMC. In this episode, we'll
    shift our focus to talk more about RUMC's Surgical Department and the various
    procedures its surgeons are performing each day from outpatient to some of the
    most complex, advanced surgeries. Dr. Harris will also share some behind the
    scenes news on RUMC’s new operating suites, coming later this year.

    29 min
  • Robotic Surgery

    In this episode, our hosts are joined by Loren Harris, MD,

    Chair of the Department of Surgery at Richmond University Medical Center.
    Listen as Dr. Harris discusses what makes the yearly 10,000+ surgical
    procedures at RUMC a “cut” above the rest. Hear how RUMC’s Department of
    Surgery is equipped with the latest technology, including the Da Vinci robotic
    surgical system, which allows surgeons to treat patients more effectively and
    accurately. Join us for this deep dive into all things surgery as Dr. Harris
    shares key insights on this ever growing medical field.

    27 min
  • Emergency Care

    Continuing the conversation with Johnathan LeBaron, DO, Chair, Emergency Medicine; and Assistant Vice President of Emergency Department Nursing, Jean Gordon, Rn in discussing how RUMC's new ED offers some of the best emergency care in NYC. In this episode, we take a deep dive into understanding the level of care RUMC's new ED provides and how its amazing staff is able to stay on top of their patients needs.

    28 min
  • State-of-the-Art Emergency Care: NEW ED

    In this episode, we are joined by Jonathan LeBaron, DO, Chair, Emergency Medicine; and Assistant Vice President of Emergency Department Nursing, Jean Gordon, RN, to discuss the hospital’s new, state-of-the-art 35,000 square-foot Emergency Department that opened in January 2023! The new department features larger trauma and urgent care areas as well as dedicated units for pediatrics, cardiac and stroke emergencies, sexual assault victims and much more. Learn more about the new features and the high quality care the department’s medical professionals provide every day, including during urgent life-threatening situations.

    30 min

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Join Meredith Gaskins from Richmond University Medical Center and their award winning staff as they discuss hot topics in today's medical field.