Southern Medicine

In this episode of the "Southern Medicine Podcast," Joseph Song, MD, and Randy Glick, BSB/PM, MCP discuss urolithiasis, commonly known as kidney stones, as well as environmental and dietary factors that increase stone risk particularly as it pertains to Southern living. In addition, they talk about treatments and new advancements in stone therapy.

Dr. Joseph Song attended Emory University on a full Robert W. Woodruff Scholarship, graduating summa cum laude with a degree in biology, and went on to receive a full William A. Peck Scholarship to attend Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine, where he also completed his Urology residency. He has received numerous awards, including the American Urologic Association's 2013 Prize Abstract Award and the World Congress in Endourology's 2015 Best Paper Award, and has contributed 18 articles and book chapters and presented 12 abstracts and podiums. His research focuses on urologic cancers, benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), erectile dysfunction (ED), kidney stone disease, engineering in urology, and lowering readmission after surgery. Dr. Song practices at Georgia Urology and has staff privileges at Northside Duluth and Northside Gwinnett Hospitals.

In this episode of the "Southern Medicine Podcast", Richard Leggett, MD, and Randy Glick, BSB/PM, MCP discuss the impact of overdoses—including from fentanyl—on individuals, families, and communities. They explore the importance of raising awareness, reducing stigma, and expanding access to mental health and substance use treatment services. The conversation also highlights proactive strategies, community resources, and the critical role of support systems in helping those affected by addiction and loss.

Dr. Richard Leggett currently serves as a core faculty member with the Lewis-Gale Medical Center GME-Psychiatry program in Salem, Virginia, where he assists in the recruitment and training of general psychiatry residents. His special interests include cross-cultural and spiritual issues in psychiatry.

In this episode of the "Southern Medicine Podcast", Richard Leggett, MD, and Randy Glick, BSB/PM, MCP explore the topic of grief. They discuss the mental health impact of grief, common signs that someone may be struggling, and strategies for supporting loved ones who may be in denial. The conversation also offers practical guidance on where to turn for help when someone needs support.

Dr. Richard Leggett currently serves as a core faculty member with the Lewis-Gale Medical Center GME-Psychiatry program in Salem, Virginia, where he assists in the recruitment and training of general psychiatry residents. His special interests include cross-cultural and spiritual issues in psychiatry.

In this episode of the "Southern Medicine Podcast," Dr. Michael Angel, MA, MD, and Randy Glick, BSB/PM, MCP discuss how changes in the world have impacted medicine. They examine the traditional medical model, the evolution of health care, and the importance of standardizing medical education. The conversation also touches upon new medical model that designed to better meet the needs of medicine today.

Dr. Michael F. Angel has been involved in academics and medicine for more than 40 years. He has broad training and interests in several fields crossing medicine, surgery, psychology and philosophy. Dr. Angel has trained many professionals from multiple fields and is a member of multiple professional organizations. In addition, he has authored over 140 publications and has been a visiting professor both in the United States and internationally.

In this episode of the "Southern Medicine Podcast," J. Quincy Brown, PhD, and Randy Glick, BSB/PM, MCP discuss the state of the art in next-generation surgical pathology imaging methods for fresh-tissue histology, as well as the need and requirements for intraoperative tumor margin imaging systems. Another topic detailed is the integration of imaging hardware and AI for clinical decision making.

Dr. J. Quincy Brown is a Professor of Biomedical Engineering at Tulane University and is a biomedical engineer whose career has been focused on the development and translation of light-based sensing and imaging technologies in medicine. Recently, he and his team were selected as an awardee of the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) Precision Surgical Interventions program. The project, called MAGIC-SCAN, is seeking to develop an end-to-end, human + AI collaborative rapid microscopic scanner for comprehensive pathologic imaging of resected tumors in the operating room.

In this episode of the "Southern Medicine Podcast", Tatiana Havryliuk, MD, and Randy Glick, BSB/PM, MCP explore how a quick bladder scan can streamline care, reduce costs, and improve patient comfort as they discuss a case in which a patient with BPH presented to his PCP with progressive urinary hesitancy and suprapubic pain. Using point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS), his provider identified a significant post-void residual volume and managed his condition on-site, saving him a trip to the emergency department.

Dr. Tatiana Havryliuk is an emergency physician and founder of Hello Sono. With 15 years of experience using POCUS in diverse settings, from urban EDs to Everest Base Camp, she is dedicated to extending its benefits to more patients. With Hello Sono, she and her team support practices in building compliant, high-quality, and profitable POCUS programs through tailored education and implementation.

In this episode, Tatiana Havryliuk, MD, and Randy Glick, BSB/PM, MCP discuss a case in which a patient presents with symptoms of simple pyelonephritis, but point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) reveals something more urgent: an obstructing stone. They explore how POCUS in primary care changed the diagnosis and led to timely intervention and provide insight into how renal POCUS can improve safety, reduce delays, and guide better clinical decisions.

In this episode of the Southern Medicine Podcast, Loretta Loftus, MD, MBA, Vice Chair, Department of Breast Oncology at Moffitt Cancer Center, speaks with Lary Robinson, MD, a thoracic surgeon at Moffitt Cancer Center. Dr. Robinson reflects on his path to thoracic surgery, how the field has evolved, and key advances in lung cancer treatment—including the promise of immunotherapy and the importance of early screening. The conversation also touches on multidisciplinary care, as well as advice for primary care providers.

In this episode, Tatiana Havryliuk, MD, and Randy Glick, BSB/PM, MCP discuss how point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) helped avoid an unnecessary procedure in a young athlete with axillary swelling. They walk through the case findings—including the classic "cobblestone" appearance on ultrasound—highlighting how POCUS distinguishes cellulitis from abscess at the bedside. Tune in to learn how this tool enhances care while minimizing disruption for both patients and providers.

In this episode, Tatiana Havryliuk, MD, and Randy Glick, BSB/PM, MCP explore how point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) enables primary care providers to screen for abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) during routine office visits. A real-world case highlights how a brief scan identified a large aneurysm in a patient who might not have followed through with imaging. They cover scanning technique, diagnostic criteria, and the strong evidence supporting this quick, high-value application of POCUS. This discussion shows how integrating POCUS into preventive care can streamline workflows and save lives—especially in underserved settings.

Dr. Tatiana Havryliuk is an emergency physician and founder of Hello Sono. With 15 years of experience using POCUS in diverse settings, from urban EDs to Everest Base Camp, she is dedicated to extending its benefits to more patients. With Hello Sono, she and her team support practices in building compliant, high-quality, and profitable POCUS programs through tailored education and implementation.

Link to an AAA screening article by Dr. Havryliuk: https://sma.org/real-time-screening-for-aaa-pocus-helps-bridge-the-preventive-care-gap/