Northwestern Medicine Voices Of Better Medicine For V103
Episodes
March 16, 2025 • 5 mins
Dr. Ramírez explains the importance of routine eye exams, what to expect during a visit, and how screen time affects vision. He also discusses nutrition for eye health and the differences between type 1 and type 2 diabetes.
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March 10, 2025 • 5 mins
Glaucoma affects millions and can lead to vision loss if left untreated. Dr. Ramírez, an ophthalmologist at Northwestern Medicine, explains the disease, its symptoms, and why early detection is key. Learn about risk factors, prevention, and management strategies to protect your sight.
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February 17, 2025 • 5 mins
February is American Heart Month, and Dr. Quentin Youmans emphasizes the importance of heart health, as heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the U.S. He provides insight into the most common types of heart disease, symptoms to look out for, and when to seek medical advice. Additionally, Dr. Youmans offers tips on reducing risk and preventing heart disease, with an exploration of key risk factors if time allows.
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February 3, 2025 • 5 mins
In this segment, Dr. Quentin Youmans from Northwestern Medicine discusses heart failure, a condition affecting nearly 6.7 million adults in the United States. He explains what heart failure is, how it occurs, and the warning signs and symptoms to watch for. Dr. Youmans also highlights the risk factors and related health conditions, as well as the primary goals of treatment at Northwestern Medicine. If time permits, he shares what m...
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January 12, 2025 • 5 mins
Dr. Hairston and Bionce Foxx dive into the critical issue of Black maternal health, addressing the alarming statistic that Black women are two to three times more likely to die from pregnancy-related complications than white women. The conversation explores common prenatal conditions affecting Black women disproportionately, ways to reduce risk factors, and how to advocate for equitable care. Dr. Hairston shares her insights on rai...
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January 6, 2025 • 5 mins
In this segment, Bionce Foxx interviews Dr. Hairston, Maternal Fetal Medicine Physician at Northwestern Medicine, to discuss what qualifies a pregnancy as high risk and the contributing factors. Dr. Hairston shares actionable steps for managing health concerns, reducing risk factors, and recognizing symptoms that may require immediate medical attention. She also highlights key advice for women navigating high-risk pregnancies.
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December 17, 2024 • 5 mins
The holiday season is a time of joy, but for aging adults, it can bring unique challenges. Dr. Abriella Demanes, Geriatrician at Northwestern Medicine, joins Dani D to discuss ways caregivers can support their elder loved ones during this festive time. From managing expectations to providing practical care, Dr. Demanes offers invaluable advice on making the holidays meaningful while avoiding common pitfalls. Plus, hear her expert t...
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December 16, 2024 • 5 mins
Cognitive health is vital, especially as we age. In this episode, Dr. Abriella Demanes, Geriatrician at Northwestern Medicine, dives into dementia and other cognitive conditions, explaining symptoms, treatment options, and the importance of early diagnosis. Learn about Northwestern Medicine's innovative Virtual Memory Care Clinic and the comprehensive support it provides. Whether you're a caregiver or simply want to learn more, thi...
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December 16, 2024 • 4 mins
Dani speaks with Dr. Sindhu Aderson from Northwestern Medicine about the intricacies of the "flu" or "influenza." Discovering the primary causes of this common yet often misunderstood illness and learn to recognize its symptoms. Dr. Aderson will cover the key differences between the flu and a common cold, helping listeners understand when it’s critical to seek medical attention. Additionally, she will provide practical advice on ho...
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December 4, 2024 • 5 mins
Dr. Jennifer Ulanda Miles-Thomas, Regional Integration and Innovation, and Assistant Professor of Urology at Northwestern Medicine is back Dani D to discuss reconstructive surgery, female pelvice medicine, conditions that fall into that area of expertise, when reconstructive surgery would be the recommended treatment, advancements in minimally invasive reconstructive surgery and why it is important for women to know about the diffe...
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December 4, 2024 • 4 mins
Dr. Jennifer Ulanda Miles-Thomas, Regional Integration and Innovation, and Assistant Professor of Urology at Northwestern Medicine joins Dani D to talk about women's bladder health, an overview of different bladder conditions treated at Northwestern Medicine, symptoms that can signify a bladder condition, when to see a doctor, lifestyle changes recommended to ease symptoms and different treatment options.
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December 2, 2024 • 4 mins
Dani speaks with Dr. Sindhu Aderson, a physician at Northwestern Medicine, to discuss the significance of flu shots and debunks common myths about the vaccine. Dr. Aderson explains how the flu shot works, emphasizes the importance of annual vaccination, and addresses prevalent misconceptions listeners might have. She also explores various flu vaccine options available and shares additional tips on how to protect oneself from the fl...
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October 21, 2024 • 4 mins
Dr. Patricia Robinson, Associate Professor of Medicine in the Division of Hematology and Oncology at Northwestern Medicine and Associate Director, Diversity Equity and Inclusion at Lurie Cancer Center of Northwestern University, is back with joins Dani D to talk about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, why she got involved in DEI, advocating for inclusive work environments, what Northwestern Medicine is doing to enhance the diversity...
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October 9, 2024 • 5 mins
Dr. Patricia Robinson, Associate Professor of Medicine in the Division of Hematology and Oncology at Northwestern Medicine and Associate Director, Diversity Equity and Inclusion at Lurie Cancer Center of Northwestern University, joins Dani D to talk about breast cancer and Black women, the importance of raising awareness about the impact of breast cancer, breast cancer disparities among Black women, how the disparities impact survi...
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September 16, 2024 • 5 mins
Dr. Bellaguarda, Assistant Professor of Medicine and Director of Inflammatory Bowel Disease Fellowship Program at Northwestern Medicine, is back with Dani D to talk about the two main types of IBD, Crohn's Disease & Ulcerative Colitis, the similarities and differences between the two conditions, and a few key takeaways listeners should understand about IBD.
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September 2, 2024 • 5 mins
Dr. Bellaguarda, Assistant Professor of Medicine and Director of Inflammatory Bowel Disease Fellowship Program at Northwestern Medicine, joins Dani D to discuss inflammatory bowel disease, causes, risk factors, symptoms, management, treatment and how the team at Northwestern Medicine works with patients to improve their quality of life.
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August 19, 2024 • 5 mins
Dr. Amara Mian, General Neurologist at Northwestern Medicine, is back with Bionce Foxx to talk about concussions, what happens to your brain when a concussion occurs, the difference in concussison severity, why it is important to be aware of the different symptoms, when to seek medical attention and the tests given to someone diagnosed with a severe concussion.
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August 5, 2024 • 5 mins
Dr. Amara Mian, General Neurologist at Northwestern Medicine, joins Bionce Foxx to talk about headaches, what happens to your brain during a headache, the different types of headaches, how they are different, what causes chronic headaches and when to see a doctor.
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May 20, 2024 • 4 mins
Dr. Fan Caprio, Vascular Neurologist and Medical Director of the Comprehensive Stroke Center at Northwestern Memorial Hospital, is back with Dani D for Stroke Awareness Month to discuss the different types of strokes, diagnosis, treatment options, how they vary for different types of stroke, what Northwestern Medicine is doing to provide faster care and some of the latest advancements in clinical trials.
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May 6, 2024 • 4 mins
Dr. Fan Caprio, Vascular Neurologist and Medical Director of the Comprehensive Stroke Center at Northwestern Memorial Hospital, joins Dani D during Stroke Awareness Month to talk about what happens to the brain during a stroke, risk factors, prevention, why time is so critical when treating a stroke, recognizing the signs, recovery, rehabilitation, how to support love ones who have suffered a stroke and one key takeaway for the lis...
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