MedSoup Podcast

High-Tech and Child-Centered Care at Merhoff Pediatric Dentistry

Two of the top pediatric dentists in the Triad of North Carolina discuss how they apply the highest cosmetic dental technology for young patients. Pediatrics dentists Dr. Tina Merhoff and Dr. Melissa Blake discuss how they approach restoring children's smiles at Merhoff Pediatric Dentistry in Winston-Salem, NC. They detail how they focus on making children feel at...

Are you, or someone you know, currently experiencing symptoms of dizziness, vertigo, or nausea? Not sure how to get the right help? Then you do not want to miss out on this episode! Our guest today, Caitlin Bennett, is a physical therapist who specializes in the niche area of vestibular and neurological physical therapy. We’ve had Caitlin on the show before to talk about vestibular disorders. However, we take a closer look and disc...

Today we are at Carolina Specialty Care medical center speaking to their Infusion Services Manager, Nurse Cynthia Rosenbalm. Cynthia explains the differences between infusion/IV therapy and injections, what the infusion therapy process looks like and the pain levels that can be expected, the conditions that the therapy commonly treats, and other medications that are usually prescribed alongside IV therapy. Our guest gives us a brea...

Pregnancy is an exciting time, filled with the anticipation of the arrival of your new baby. However, pregnancy is often accompanied by discomfort or pain, and it is not talked about enough. Once you’ve given birth, there are a whole host of new issues that can arise, from urine leakage, pain during intercourse, and other pelvic-floor-related symptoms. Our guest today is Liz Annas, a physical therapist who specializes in pelvic-flo...

If you’re dealing with symptoms like dizziness, vertigo, and nausea, then you have an idea of just how debilitating and isolating an experience it can be. Because while you may look fine on the outside, on the inside, you’re likely struggling just to get through the day. Finding the source of these symptoms isn’t always straightforward — since any number of factors can cause it. And while vestibular disorders have been shown to res...

The opioid crisis has been wreaking havoc on our society for many years now. Whether prescribed as pain management for chronic pain or post-surgery maintenance, or other gateway drugs, the impact can be seen across the country. On our show today we have guests Amy Heusinger, a nurse practitioner working in interventional plan management and addiction, and Physician Assistant, William "Norm" Carlson, who also works in pain...

BBL (Broad Band Light,) is there anything it cannot treat? Despite seeming purely cosmetic, there is a world of medical benefits too. Susan Stevens, a nurse and expert in all things laser is here to discuss different treatments Eterna Aesthetics provides, how to decide on the right treatment for you, and what to expect before, during, and after. Susan discusses the different types of treatment, from BBL to IPL (Intense Pulse Light)...

As we age, we start noticing little lines here, loss of volume there, and small facial changes that didn’t exist when we were in our 20s. Today, we hear from Heather Hollandsworth, a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner specializing in Dermatology at Mooresville Dermatology Center and Eterna, as she shares some valuable insight into some of the different treatment options that can help smooth away those unwanted facial lines! ...

Lumbar spinal stenosis causes pain, weakness, and numbness in the legs and buttocks area. These symptoms occur when spinal discs break down and no longer absorb the movement of the spine. Then, nerves can become compressed when you stand and walk, causing pain and sometimes the inability to move upright.

Dr. Robert B. Wilson, II, of Piedmont Interventional Pain Care offers the Superion® Indirect Decompression System by Ver...

What are Varicose Veins? Are bulging veins concerning? Are men affected with vein issues? Today, we are joined with Dr. Jeffery Schmidt of Paragon Vein Care & Aesthetics and Paragon Surgical of North Carolina to answer all your questions about Varicose Veins. With the latest technology advancements in treating varicose veins and other veinous insufficiencies. You can find out more by visiting Paragon Vein Care & Aesthetics ...

Varicose veins are not just unsightly - they are unhealthy. Venous insufficiency can lead to pain, throbbing, itching - even ulcers - can result from varicose veins. Today, we are joined with Dr. Jeffery Schmidt of Paragon Vein Care & Aesthetics and Paragon Surgical of North Carolina to answer all your questions about Varicose Veins. With the latest technology advancements in treating varicose veins and other veinous insufficie...