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Healthy Conversations: Tenet Health Central Coast

Tenet Health Central Coast

Healthcare in general can be confusing and overwhelming for even the most well-versed of people, and that’s why Sierra Vista and Twin Cities Hospitals want to help you better understand it. Our podcasts feature a physician or other healthcare provider who practices specifically in San Luis Obispo County. They understand the needs of the community and help explain what healthcare services are available to you, as well as explore topics that matter most to your overall well-being. New podcasts are released throughout the year, so check back often!

77 - Preventing Colon Cancer: Doug’s Story

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77 - Preventing Colon Cancer: Doug’s Story
According the American Cancer Society, colorectal cancer is the second most common cause of cancer death in the United States; However, colon cancer screenings are saving thousands of lives every year by catching cancer before it's too late. Clinical nurse manager Douglas Roewer discusses colon cancer screenings from a patient's point of view.
Wed, 20 Mar 2024
76 - ACL, Repair or Replace?
If you've ever had a torn ACL, then you have likely been offered reconstruction surgery but did you know that ACL repair is another route that can get you back to activity much faster? Dr. Carlo Orlando discusses ACL injuries and whether you should repair or replace.
Wed, 06 Mar 2024
75 - Heart Health Month: High Blood Pressure Edition
Nearly half of all adults in America have high blood pressure. Dr Damon McEnroe talks about high blood pressure, possible prevention and treatment methods, and more.
Wed, 28 Feb 2024
74 - Orthopedics 101
The human body can stretch, bend, and flex thanks to its musculoskeletal system but what happens when injury or disease damages this system and threatens your mobility? Dr. Renee Smith discusses common orthopedic issues, how you can prevent potential injury, and more.
Tue, 03 Oct 2023
73 - Skin Cancer 411
The American Cancer Society says skin cancer is by far the most common type of cancer so how do you know if you have it? Dr. Christine Kilcline discusses everything you may want to know about skin cancer including the different types of skin cancer, how you can treat it, and more.
Tue, 19 Sep 2023
72 - The Benefits of an OB Hospitalist
Have you heard the term hospitalist or ob hospitalist? What is their job and what is the difference between the two? Dr. Elizabeth Emberley discusses these differences, the benefits of having an ob hospitalist at your hospital, the types of cases they may see, and more.
Wed, 03 May 2023
71 - How AI is Improving Stroke Care
Powered by AI (artificial intelligence) on a single platform, enabling care teams to save time, and improve the lives of stroke patients.
Wed, 05 Apr 2023
70 - Helpful Tips For A Colonoscopy
March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month and colonoscopies are a very effective way to test, screen for, and remove polyps before colorectal cancer fully develops. Dr. Rabab Hajar discusses tips to help you prepare for a colonoscopy and what you can expect before and after the procedure.
Wed, 15 Mar 2023
69 - What's an ENT?
When you have an earache, sinus infection, or strep throat, who do you see? Your ENT, or ear nose & throat doctor. Dr. Bhavishya Clark discusses the importance of having an ENT, what else they treat, and more.
Wed, 07 Dec 2022
68 - The Mystery of Menopause
It certainly isn't glamorous or talked about in everyday conversation but like it or not, for women, menopause and perimenopause are facts of life but wouldn't it be great to figure out what you may be able to expect before it happens? Julie Kean, a certified nurse midwife, attempts to lessen some of the anxiety surrounding these topics and discusses the journey of menopause.
Wed, 02 Nov 2022
67 - Advances in Early Lung Cancer Detection
Our lungs are so very important to our overall health. Dr. Ross Michel explores an exciting new technology for lung cancer detection called Ion and discusses how this can be used to aid patients diagnosed with lung cancer.
Wed, 07 Sep 2022
66 - Benefits of Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding can be challenging but we'll provide some helpful tips for first-time moms.
Tue, 02 Aug 2022
65 - What You May Be Afraid to Ask About Miscarriages
A miscarriage can be one of the most difficult experiences that a woman and her partner can go through and a lot of people still find it difficult to talk about publicly. In this podcast, we de-stigmatize this sensitive topic and answer some common questions about miscarriages.
Wed, 01 Jun 2022
64 - BE FAST, Time is Brain
BE F.A.S.T when experiencing stroke symptoms and what you should do if you're having a stroke.
Wed, 04 May 2022
63 - Colon Cancer Screening at Tenet Health Central Coast
Dr. Damian Fernandez discusses Colon Cancer screenings, when you should schedule screenings, why it's so important to get them, and how they aid in Colon Cancer prevention.
Wed, 16 Mar 2022
61 - What is a Midwife
What's a Midwife and how does a midwife support hospital birth plans at Tenet Health Central Coast, Sierra Vista. Sierra Vista is supportive of natural birth, midwives, various birth plans.
Wed, 19 Jan 2022
60 - What’s the Difference Between Heartburn, Acid Reflux and GERD
Dr. Neal Moller discusses the difference between heartburn, acid reflux, and GERD, the symptoms of each, prevention and treatment options available.
Tue, 16 Nov 2021
58 - Smoking: It's Time to Quit
Smoking is bad for your health, but it isn't always easy to quit. Dr. Ross Michel, Pulmonologist, discusses what smoking does to your body and the benefits of quitting.

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Tue, 02 Nov 2021
57 - Breast Cancer Surgery Options
When you receive a breast cancer diagnosis, you may be faced with different surgical options. Dr. Michelle Ribas, Chief of Surgery at Twin Cities Community Hospital, discusses breast cancer surgery.
Wed, 27 Oct 2021
56 - Mammograms and More: All About Breast Cancer Screenings
What's the difference between a regular mammogram, a 3-D mammogram and an automated breast ultrasound? Find out everything you need to know about mammograms.
Wed, 13 Oct 2021
55 - Understanding Breast Density and the Importance of Supplemental Screening
Regular mammograms are the best means of early detection of breast cancer. However, some women are surprised to learn they have dense breast tissue. Joe Cappello, Executive Director of Are You Dense, Inc., explains dense breast tissue.
Wed, 06 Oct 2021
54 - Questions You’ve Always Wanted to Ask Your Pharmacist
Dr. Kennedy Fan discusses best practices surrounding prescription medications.
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
53 - What is Mental Health?
Meghan Boaz Alvarex and Jill Bolster-White discuss mental health and the community outreach organization Transitions-Mental Health Association, or TMHA, in San Luis Obispo.
Wed, 22 Sep 2021
52 - Incontinence: Types, Causes and Treatment Options
Incontinence is an embarrassing issue for many, but individuals should know there are viable treatments available. Dr. Angela Halusic discusses the different types of incontinence, what causes it, and treatment options.
Tue, 20 Jul 2021
51 - Is Your Body Ready for Pregnancy
Thinking about getting pregnant? Dr. Christine Lopopolo explains what you can do to prepare your body for pregnancy.
Tue, 22 Jun 2021
50 - Neurosurgical Care at Sierra Vista
Learn why Tenet Health Central Coast, Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center has always been the leader in brain and spin care. What sets our neurosurgical care program apart from other hospitals in the area? Sierra Vista announces an exciting new partnership.
Tue, 08 Jun 2021
49 - Stroke: How to Act F.A.S.T
A stroke affects the arteries leading to the brain, so speed is imperative in recognizing and treating a stroke. Michelle Brimer discusses strokes.
Tue, 25 May 2021
46 - NICU: Part 2 – What’s the Impact of a Level III NICU in Our Community?
Part 2: Dr. Steven Van Scoy, Neonatologist and the NICU Medical Director at Tenet Health Central Coast, Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center, explains what a NICU is and what it means to be the only Level III NICU in San Luis Obispo County.
Tue, 13 Apr 2021
45 - NICU: Part 1 - What's a NICU?
What's a NICU, why is it important, what is a level III NICU. Tenet Health Central Coast, Sierra Vista is the only NICU level III in the County. What does that mean for the the community?
Tue, 06 Apr 2021
43 - COVID-19 Vaccine in SLO County
Michelle Shoresman, Division Manager – Health Care Access, County of San Luis Obispo Health Agency, answers your frequently asked questions on the COVID-19 vaccine.
Tue, 02 Mar 2021
42 - COVID Message From Our CEO
Although we have been through stay-at-home orders earlier this year, I have received many new questions this time that I would like to address for you. I hope that the following will be helpful.
Mon, 21 Dec 2020
41 - Wound Care
Dr. Michelle Ribas discusses wounds and how to take care of wounds so they heal properly.
Tue, 08 Dec 2020
38 - Y-90 Treatment Now Available for Liver Cancer Patients
Y-90 is a minimally-invasive option for treating liver cancer. Tiny beads coated in radioactive material are injected into the treatment area, attacking the cancer cells.

Dr. Timothy Auran, radiologist, explains how Y-90 treatment works.
Tue, 17 Nov 2020
37 - Detect Lung Cancer Early: Get a Low-Dose CT Scan
Lung cancer risk is greatest for smokers. Screening is key to catch lung cancer in its earliest stages. Low-dose CT scan is recommended for individuals who are at risk.

Dr. G. Zacharia Reagle discusses lung cancer risk and current screening techniques.
Tue, 10 Nov 2020
36 - Is It Safe To Eat During COVID-19
Andrea Nenow, RD and Allison McDonald, MD, RD explain if it is safe to eat during COVID-19.
Tue, 27 Oct 2020
35 - Is a Hospital Safe for Patients During a Pandemic?
Cynthia Kellerman, RN, MSN, Market Patient Safety Officer for Tenet Health Central Coast, discusses her role in the hospital, what type of hospital setting provides a culture of safety and changes that have taken place due to COVID-19.
Tue, 20 Oct 2020
34 - Breathing in COVID-19
Stephen Szabo, Director of Cardiopulmonary/Respiratory Services and Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner for Tenet Health Central Coast, discusses mask-wear, the impact of COVID-19 for those who already have a hard time breathing and pulmonary function testing.
Tue, 13 Oct 2020
33 - Is It Safe To Deliver In A Hospital During COVID?
Tiffany Rede, RN, BSN, an assistant director of Labor and Delivery at Tenet Health Central Coast, discusses if it is safe to deliver in a hospital during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Mon, 05 Oct 2020
32 - Don’t Let COVID Delay Your Regular Screenings
Dr. Blake Evernden, a diagnostic radiologist with Tenet Health Central Coast, explains the importance of regular diagnostic screenings during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Tue, 29 Sep 2020
31 - Inside the Hospital During COVID-19
Robert Cook, RN, MSN, Chief Nursing Officer with Tenet Health Central Coast at Twin Cities Community Hospital, discusses changes the hospital has implemented since the COVID-19 pandemic began.
Tue, 22 Sep 2020
30 - How to Explain COVID-19 to Your Children
Pediatrician Dr. Tamara Battle gives tips on how to explain COVID-19 to your children.
Tue, 15 Sep 2020
29 - How to Eat and Drink Less During COVID
In this episode, Ginger Cochran, a registered dietitian nutritionist, certified diabetes educator and certified exercise physiologist with Tenet Health Central Coast, discusses how to eat and drink less during the pandemic.
Tue, 08 Sep 2020
28 - COVID-19 Myths: What's Fact and What's Fiction
Much information and misinformation has been brought forth during the COVID-19 Pandemic. Infection prevention specialist, Chris Ecker, discusses current COVID-19 myths and explains what is fact and what is fiction.
Tue, 01 Sep 2020
27 - ER During COVID
Director of Nursing: Emergency Services, Bridgette Bateman, RN, describes the experiences and changes within the ER during COVID-19.
Thu, 27 Aug 2020
26 - The Patient Experience During COVID-19
Director of medical-surgical and oncological services, Jennifer Ruby, describes the patient and visitor experience amid COVID-19 and how family members can further support their loved ones in the hospital.
Tue, 18 Aug 2020
23 - Joint Replacement Surgery
Worn-out joints can be unbearable but joint replacement may improve quality of life. Dr. Dimitri Delagrammaticas, orthopedic surgeon, discusses joint replacement.
Thu, 21 Nov 2019
22 - Breathe Easy: Pulmonary Care
Breathing issues can be scary. Stephen Szabo, Director of Cardiopulmonary / Respiratory Services, discusses common breathing issues and what to do for them.
Fri, 18 Oct 2019
18 - How to Keep Your Kids Safe and Healthy This Summer and Is Sunblock Safe?
Warm weather is perfect for outdoor play. Dr. Michael McNerney, pediatrician, discusses summer safety tips for children.
Thu, 06 Jun 2019
17 - Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMAD): Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center Resources
Perinatal mood disorders (PMAD) affects many women, encompassing the period from pregnancy through the first year after childbirth. Brook Treanor and Natalie Mendenhall of Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center discuss PMAD.
Mon, 06 May 2019
15 - Hormonal Health: Endocrinologist Visits
If you're facing a health condition with a hormonal basis, an endocrinologist visit may be in order. Dr. Krystal Valdez, endocrinologist, discusses how an endocrinologist can help you.
Fri, 19 Apr 2019
13 - Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMAD): Help for Parents at Twin Cities Community Hospital
Perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMAD) affect women from all walks of life. Michelle Blanc and Mishell Whitacre discuss this condition.
Fri, 29 Mar 2019
12 - Got Shoulder Problems? Let’s Talk about Rotator Cuff Tears
Your shoulder discomfort may be the result of a rotator cuff tear. Dr. Kevin Forsythe, orthopedic surgeon, discusses rotator cuff tears.
Tue, 03 Nov 2020
11 - LGBTQ+ Healthcare Leader, Compassionate, Equitable and Inclusive Care for all Patients
Compassionate, inclusive care is imperative for any health facility. Dr. Arthur Dominguez, Jr., Chief Nursing Officer at Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center, discusses LGBTQ+ healthcare.
Tue, 26 Mar 2019
10 - Stop the Bleed
Uncontrolled bleeding is a major cause of preventable death. Stop the Bleed is a program that educates the public on how to assist in stopping blood loss during a traumatic event. DeAnna Porter, Trauma Program Manager at Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center, discusses this program.
Tue, 11 May 2021
9 - What Every Parent Should Know About Pediatric Immunizations
Some parents have concerns about the safety of vaccines. Dr. René Bravo addresses the importance of pediatric immunizations and concerns about them.
Thu, 21 Mar 2019
8 - Robotic-Assisted Surgery
Robotic-assisted surgery improves patient outcomes and recovery times. Dr. Eric Salinger discusses the benefits of robotic-assisted surgery and related technological advances at Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center.
Mon, 04 Mar 2019
6 - New LINX Procedure at Twin Cities Advances Treatment for Reflux Disease
Gastroesophageal reflux disease(GERD) causes discomfort and disruption. The LINX procedure is an effective way for GERD patients to get their lives back. Dr. David Bolivar, general surgeon at Twin Cities Community Hospital, discusses how LINX works.
Thu, 20 Dec 2018
4 - Gastroenterology: Advanced Therapeutic Endoscopy
Gastroenterology covers treatment through the entire digestive system. Technological advancements have improved the ability to diagnose and treat issues in the GI tract.

Dr. Mick S. Meiselman, gastroenterologist, discusses common complaints and diagnostic procedures.
Tue, 27 Nov 2018
2 - Collaborating with Local Midwives to Provide Patient-Centered Care
Parents are no longer faced with a choice between using a midwife or heading to the hospital for a birth. Midwives can provide birthing services in the home or at a birthing clinic. Obstetricians can advise risk for home birth.

Midwife Tiffany Dietrich and obstetrician Dr. Danny Lickness discuss how their teams work together for optimal maternal and newborn care.
Tue, 16 Oct 2018

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