Delaware Health Care Reality

Joining host Nicholas O. Biasotto, DO is special guest Ronald L. Lewis, DO, FACC, FACOI a Board-Certified Cardiologist, at ChristianaCare. We’re diving deep into a complex and often misunderstood condition affecting millions of Americans: Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome, or POTS - a complex condition that affects 1 in 500 Americans, primarily women, and often goes undiagnosed.

What you’ll learn:

1. Is POTS a heart issue...

Join host Nicholas Biasotto, DO and special guest Joseph Straight, MD, Director of Primary Care Sports Medicine, First State Orthopaedics, and Medical Society of Delaware Past President, as they dive into the cutting-edge world of Regenerative Medicine, focusing on the powerful potential of Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy. From healing wounds and easing chronic pain to rejuvenating skin and restor...

In this episode, host Nicholas O. Biasotto, DO, and Mark B. Thompson, MHSA, Executive Director, Medical Society of Delaware, sit down to discuss the incredible momentum of the podcast and preview what’s ahead, including deep dives into POTS Syndrome and Regenerative Medicine—topics shaping the future of patient care.

Beyond the podcast, today’s conversation tackles some of the biggest issues in health care:

🔹 Prior-Authorization a...

What does it mean to make compassionate, informed choices at the end of life? In this powerful episode of Delaware Health Care Reality, host Nicholas Biasotto, Do, welcomes two distinguished guests to explore one of the most complex and emotional health care topics. Joining the conversation are Robert Varipapa, MD, specializing in Neurology and Sleep Medicine, advocating in favor, and Michael Vest, M...

Nursing homes are expensive, and in-home care isn’t always affordable. So how can families help their loved ones age in place? Join host Nicholas Biasotto, DO who sits down with Frank DeMarinis, founder of Senior Advisors of Delaware, LLC. With decades of experience in nursing homes and assisted living, Frank and his team are on a mission to help seniors stay at home through valuable services offered...

Join host Nicholas Biasotto, DO, for an insightful conversation with Bhavin Dave, MD, the 179th President of the Medical Society of Delaware. Dr. Dave, a Board-Certified specialist in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology, shares his forward-thinking vision for the future of medicine and health care. From ensuring cost-effective care and addressing the environmental impacts on medicine to the transf...

Join host Nicholas Biasotto, DO, as we dive into the fascinating and critical world of sleep health with special guest, Anthony Vasile, DO. Dr. Vasile is Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Sleep Medicine, and Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine and serves as the Medical Director of the Delaware Sleep Disorder Centers.

This episode is your gateway to understanding Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) and Central Sleep Apnea (CSA)—two sleep...

Join host Nicholas O. Biasotto, DO, as he sits down with the esteemed Carol A. Tavani, MD, MS, DLFAPA, renowned neuropsychiatrist, Executive Director of Christiana Psychiatric Services, and past President of the Medical Society of Delaware. A graduate of Jefferson Medical College, Dr. Tavani brings decades of expertise to a heartfelt and insightful conversation about mental health during the holiday season.

The holidays aren’t alwa...

Are you ready to dive into the fascinating world of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy? Join your host, Nicholas Biasotto, DO, for an engaging and insightful conversation with two exceptional experts: Zack Gaskill, DO, FUHM, Associate Program Director for the Penn UHM Fellowship, and Lesa Prichard, MSN, RN, HC-PD, Nurse Manager at ChristianaCare Wound and Hyperbaric Center. Together, they explore the science and potential of this often-unde...

Welcome to "Bridging the Gap," where we explore the vital conversations around Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in our communities and health care systems. Join host Nicholas Biasotto, DO as he sits down with Cydney Teal, MD, a distinguished primary care physician and expert in both Internal and Family Medicine, and Jennifer Thompkins, MTS, the dyna...

In this compelling episode, host Nicholas Biasotto, DO, sits down with Eric Hansen, Republican Candidate for U.S. Senate, and a Yale School of Management graduate, to tackle the key issues facing American families today. From lowering taxes and reducing the cost of living to addressing energy concerns and setting term limits, Hansen outlines his vision for a stronger, more prosperous future. The conv...

In this episode, join your host, Nicholas Biasotto, DO, as he sits down with Amanda Joie, MSN, RN, CV-BC, NPD-BC, a Nursing Professional Development Specialist at ChristianaCare. Together, they dive into the critical topic of Health Literacy—focusing on both personal and organizational health literacy.

Did you know that 9 out o...

Join host Nicholas Biasotto, DO, for a compelling discussion with Michael S. Katz, MD, MBA, Independent candidate for U.S. Senate. With a distinguished career in medicine, including his Fellowship at Boston Children's Hospital, recruited to A.I. DuPont Hospital for Children and tenure as a Delaware State Senator, Dr. Katz brings unique insights on pivotal issues facing Delaware and the nation. From a...

Join us for a critical and heartfelt conversation with host Dr. Nicholas Biasotto, DO, and special guest Katie Godfrey, PhD, a licensed clinical psychologist and the Director of the Center for WorkLife Wellbeing at ChristianaCare as they delve into one of the most pressing issues in healthcare: physician suicide. In this episode, we confront the silent struggle that many physicians face—the stigma surrounding seeking help, compound...

Get ready for an enlightening episode as host Nicholas Biasotto, DO, sits down with Stephen Kushner, DO, FAAFP — a distinguished family medicine physician, Past President of the Medical Society of Delaware (MSD), Chair of the MSD Program Planning Subcommittee, and voted as a 2024 Delaware Top Doc. Together, they dive into the groundbreaking Campaign for Kids and its "It's OBVIOUS" initiative, tacklin...

Join host Nicholas Biasotto, DO for an insightful discussion with Richard Henderson, MD, FACOG, a board-certified Obstetrician/Gynecologist, MSD Past President, and Chair of the MSD Government Affairs Committee. In this episode, they expand on key takeaways from the 2024 legislative session, covering critical topics like the passage and controversy of various health care bills. From monitoring costs, access to care, and scope of pr...

Join host Nicholas Biasotto, DO, as he dives into the world of health care legislation with two distinguished guests. In this episode, we welcome Richard Henderson, MD, FACOG, a board-certified Obstetrician/Gynecologist, Chair of the MSD Legislative Committee, and Past President of MSD, along with Kimberly B. Gomes, MPA, Partner at ByrdGomes and a seasoned lobbyist. Together, they explore the crucial...

Dr. Shalini Shah, MD, MPH, ABOM, dipABLM, explores the intricate nature of obesity and its profound effects on one's well-being. In this segment, she offers a thorough examination of how obesity is diagnosed in individuals, as well as the severe health issues and shorter lifespan linked to it. Dr. Shah presents key tactics for altering behaviors to attain lasting weight loss and delves into the psychological components of managing ...

Nicholas Biasotto, DO tackles critical issues facing health care in Delaware. In this episode, Dr. Biasotto addresses the contentious topic of prior authorization in medicine.

Prior authorization is a process requiring physicians to obtain approval from insurance companies before certain treatments, medications, or procedures can be administered or prescribed. Dr. Biasotto explores how this practice:

1. Challenges physician expert...