Host Jennifer Semenza welcomes guest, Marie Fowler, a clinical social worker and manager of behavioral health, St. Mary's High Desert in Southern California. Marie discusses the effects of stress and anxiety, underscoring the importance of acknowledging these emotions and seeking assistance when necessary. She outlines various techniques for managing stress, including breathing exercises, mindfulness practices, and physical activities such as dancing or walking. 

Do you want to know more and stress and the effects it can have on your body?

Check out the Providence blog for more information on this and other health related topics. 

Here are a few of the many articles on the Providence blog about managing stress:

·        5 tips to manage stress for better health

·        Overstimulation and anxiety: Causes and solutions

·        Saint Patrick Hospital - HealthBreak - Stress & the Brain - Thought

To learn more about our mission programs and services, go to Providence.org.

Follow us on social media to get continued information on other important health care topics. You can  connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook, TikTok, Instagram and X.

For all your healthcare information on the go, download the Providence app. Whether you’re tracking symptoms, scheduling appointments, or connecting with your healthcare providers, the Providence app has your back.

To learn more about the app, check out the Wellness Brief podcast episode. Wellness Brief: Simplifying Care-There's an App for That.

We’d love to hear from you. You can contact us at FutureOfHealthPodcasts@providence.org

Host Jennifer Semenza welcomes Dr. Dafna Trites, a board-certified OB-GYN physician with Facey Medical Group to discuss family planning. Dr. Trites talks about aspects of preparing for pregnancy, including the importance of pre-planning, reproductive health screenings, and understanding ovulation cycles. Dr. Trites emphasizes the benefits of discussing family planning well in advance and provides insights into hormonal and non-hormonal contraceptive methods.

Do you want to know more?

Check out the Providence blog for more information on this and other health related topics. To learn more about our mission programs and services, go to Providence.org.

Follow us on social media to get continued information on other important health care topics. You can  connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook, TikTok, Instagram and X.

For all your healthcare information on the go, download the Providence app. Whether you’re tracking symptoms, scheduling appointments, or connecting with your healthcare providers, the Providence app has your back.

To learn more about the app, check out the Wellness Brief podcast episode. Wellness Brief: Simplifying Care-There's an App for That.
 
 

We’d love to hear from you. You can contact us at FutureOfHealthPodcasts@providence.org

On this episode of Talk With A Doc: Wellness Briefs, host Jennifer Semenza welcomes Natasha Blanchard, a doula with Swedish First Hill in Seattle. 

During their conversation, Natasha talks about various aspects of doula care, including the historical context, the modern role of doulas, prenatal and postpartum care, and the importance of cultural considerations in providing care. She also emphasizes the personalized nature of doula support, the advocacy role doulas play, and the challenges they face in hospital settings. Natasha also points out the efforts being made to address health disparities in maternal and infant health outcomes, particularly among marginalized communities.

If you would like to discover information about the role of a midwife, please check out the Wellness Brief on Midwifery. 

 Please check out the Lifecycle episodes on good prenatal care with Dr. Emily Norland.

• Steps To A Healthy Pregnancy
• Continuing the Prenatal Journey

 
Check out the Providence blog for more information on doulas and all other health related topics.

• Providence’s Better Birthing Project honors tribal cultures
• Providence midwives offer more than pregnancy support

Social Media: To get continued information on other important health care topics please connect with us on and LinkedIn, Facebook, TikTok and X at Providence, and on Instagram under Providence Health Systems.

For all your healthcare information on the go, download the Providence app. Whether you’re tracking symptoms, scheduling appointments, or connecting with your healthcare providers, the Providence app has your back.

To learn more about the app, check out the Wellness Brief podcast episode. Wellness Brief: Simplifying Care-There's an App for That

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We value your insights and would love to hear your thoughts on our recent discussions. You can reach us at FutureOfHealthPodcasts@providence.org. Let's shape the future of health together!

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Host Mary Renouf speaks with orthopedic surgeon Dr. Andrew J. Wassef about joint replacement and joint revision surgeries. He explains when someone is a good candidate for each, what the surgery entails, recovery and more. 

In today's episode, guest host JoJo Wright and Marina Sarwary, Medical Director of Providence ExpressCare in California are here to answer your questions about Providence ExpressCare, what is it and what services are offered.

Dr. George Diaz gives the latest news and updates on the COVID-19 variants and vaccines. 

For more resources visit: coronavirus.providence.org/covid-vaccine

Dr. Phuong Nguyen, MD, Director of Advanced Endoscopy at Providence and Lorraine Peterson, a GERD patient, provide us with in-depth insights into the experience, treatments and procedures needed to cure and manage the disease. Lorraine shares her very personal journey of overcoming the challenges and finding the strength to make lifestyle changes.

For this heart health podcast, Dr. Jeremy Nicolarsen, a trained pediatric cardiologist and cardiovascular disease (adult cardiology) clinician at Providence and Melissa Faucher, a CHD patient, provide us with in-depth insights on what kind of care is needed for CHD patients. They recount the very personal journey of overcoming challenges, finding strength and putting faith in science and the healing process as a whole. From Dr. Jeremy Nicolarsen and Melissa Faucher, we learn that whether diagnosed in infancy or in adulthood, patients with CHD have unique care needs.

For more information on this topic and story refer to this Providence blog post: What is adult congenital heart disease and why should you care?

Registered dietician, Caitlin Snider, speaks with host Mary Renouf about steps you can take in diet and lifestyle to prevent the onset of diabetes.

Host Dr. James Simmons and Dr. James Beckermann, Cardiologist come together to discuss Men's Health, particularly heart health.

Diverticulitis is a gastrointestinal disease in which abnormal pouches in the wall of the large intestine become inflamed. Tami Leader-Fuller received a diverticulitis diagnosis in 2019, here is her story of the journey back to optimal health. She is joined by our host, Dr. Schehrezade Kahn and her own surgeon Dr. Tracey Childs.

Host Mary Renouf and Dr. Jiten Patel, specialist in critical care and pulmonary medicine, talk about Asthma, what is it and how it can be treated.

Host Jennifer Semenza welcome back Dr. Alex Hamling, pediatrician at PACMED Canyon Park-Bothell and Clinical Instructor at University of Washington School of Medicine, to continue their discussion on various aspects of children's development from ages two to six. Healthcare for young kids is consistently evolving. Tune-in to stay up to date on best practices to keep your kids happy and healthy.

In this episode, Dr. Alex Hamling discusses the importance of encouraging young children to engage in physical play rather than spending time on apps. He emphasizes, laps not apps, that this practice will help children interact better with their peers and be more engaged during their early education years. 

He also provides information on physical and cognitive development milestones, interventions for children who may be lagging, the importance of early diagnosis for conditions like autism, and the role of a balanced diet. They also discuss common health issues such as ear infections and allergies.

Dr. Alex Hamling Bio

Alex Hamling, MD, MBA, FAAP is a board-certified pediatrician working at Pacific Medical Centers at their Bothell, WA campus.  He obtained his medical degree from Temple University School of Medicine and his MBA in Healthcare Management from the Fox School of Business at Temple University.  He completed his general pediatric residency at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medicine Center.

 He is Clinical Faculty at the University of Washington’s School of Medicine – Department of Family Medicine and Adjunct Faculty at Washington State University’s College of Nursing.
 
 He has been an active member as a board member in the Washington State Medical Association.  He has served on numerous committees through the American Academy of Pediatrics including teaching early career physicians through different leadership programs.

 During his off time, he enjoys geocaching, gardening, walking with his daughters to local coffee shops, and dancing (salsa, swing, tango, etc.)

Do you want to know more?

If you would like to know more about Type 1 Diabetes please listen to the Wellness Brief: Type 1 Diabetes.

Just a few of the related article from the Providence Blog:

• Advice From A Providence Pediatrician: Natural Remedies For Kids
• Cough Remedies: Treating Different Types of Coughs
• Understanding RSV: Signs and Symptoms
• The Stages of Child Development

Check out the Providence blog for more information on good pediatric care and all other health related topics. To learn more about our mission programs and services, go to Providence.org.

Follow us on social media to get continued information on other important health care topics. You can  connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook, TikTok, Instagram and X.

For all your healthcare information on the go, download the Providence app. Whether you’re tracking symptoms, scheduling appointments, or connecting with your healthcare providers, the Providence app has your back.

To learn more about the app, check out the Wellness Brief podcast episode. Wellness Brief: Simplifying Care-There's an App for That.

Connect with Us: Share Your Thoughts!

We value your insights and would love to hear your thoughts on our recent discussions. You can reach us at FutureOfHealthPodcasts@providence.org. Let's shape the future of health together!

Host Mary Renouf is joined by Dr. Miles Hassell Internal Medicine Specialist as they discuss high blood pressure and how you can treat it without medication.

For some, recovery from COVID-19 takes substantially longer than it does for others, and it leaves behind a host of continuing health problems. Teams of professionals may be a part of the care team for longhaulers, including physical therapy, speech language pathologists, physical rehabilitation, and nutrition and wellness experts. This discussion highlights the work being done by programs at St. Jude Medical Center in Texas.

Today's experts discuss Irritable Bowel Syndrome, the ROME 4 criteria of IBS, benefits of the elimination diet, identifying fodmaps, and obtaining optimal gut health with nutrition. 

Mary Renouf and Caitlin Snider discuss the various weight management programs in the Community Wellness Program along with tools for weight loss and weight management.

Host Mary Renouf discusses lower back pain with Dr. Mark Basiratmand. What are some causes and treatments that can help your pain...

Mary Renouf and neurologist Dr. Matthew Ho talk about strokes and stroke care. What are the signs and symptoms of a stroke, the FAST method of recognizing a stroke and what to do when you see these signs. 

*Originally published 6/7/21

Host Mary Renouf speaks with Dr. Katheryn Hudon about what to expect from a pediatric well-check visit for a teen. What questions the pediatrician generally asks, important exams, vaccinations for that age group and the transition from pediatrician to an "adult" doctor.

In today's episode, we discuss COVID Longhaulers Syndrome and its signs and symptoms along with facts about the COVID vaccinations.

*This episode is a previously recorded Facebook/LinkedIn Live event.*

Rick Riess and Dr. Frances Broyles discuss the Providence HMR Weight Management program. The challenges of weight loss, especially during a pandemic, and insights into tools and tips for finding success with managing your weight. 

Quitting tobacco is the single most important step you can take to protect your health and the health of your family. In this episode, host Mary Renouf speaks with Katie Maisch of Inland Northwest Health Services about their tobacco cessation program, Quit For Good. 

In the third episode of the Lifecycle series, host Jennifer Semenza speaks with Dr. Alex Hamling, pediatrician at PACMED Canyon Park-Bothell, and Clinical Instructor at University of Washington School of Medicine. He discusses essential newborn care, which ensures the baby's health and helps parents feel prepared and confident in their roles. 

Dr. Hamling discusses why it’s essential for expecting parents to choose a healthcare provider or practice for their child in advance to avoid stress during the birthing process. While having a detailed birth plan is beneficial, flexibility is crucial, as circumstances may change to ensure a safe and healthy delivery. The conversation also provides valuable insights into current trends for caring for newborns and infants. He also talks about the health benefits of bonding and acknowledges the joy and challenges of this period.

 
Do you want to know more?

The Justice Unity Support Trust, or JUST Birth Network was created to empower and improve the birthing experience of Black, African American, African, Native American, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander birthing women and people from across the sex and gender identity spectrum.

The network includes dedicated birth and postpartum doulas, childbirth educators and inpatient cultural navigators, who provide patients and their families with expert care and guidance throughout their pregnancy and birthing experience.

If you would like to know more about the role of doulas, midwives, or Type 1 Diabetes please check out these Wellness Briefs:

• Doulas
• Midwives
• Type 1 Diabetes

 Just a few of the articles on this topic from the Providence blog:

• How to navigate your pregnancy and newborn-related health care expenses
• Trouble breastfeeding? Lactation consultants can help
• What you need to know: All the feelings during the postpartum period
• Post-Partum Depression
• A Better Birth
• Q & A: Helping Mom and Baby
  
  

Check out the Providence blog for more information on good pediatric care and all other health related topics. To learn more about our mission programs and services, go to Providence.org.

Follow us on social media to get continued information on other important health care topics. You can  connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook, TikTok, Instagram and X.

For all your healthcare information on the go, download the Providence app. Whether you’re tracking symptoms, scheduling appointments, or connecting with your healthcare providers, the Providence app has your back.

To learn more about the app, check out the Wellness Brief podcast episode. Wellness Brief: Simplifying Care-There's an App for That.

Connect with Us: Share Your Thoughts!

We value your insights and would love to hear your thoughts on our recent discussions. You can reach us at FutureOfHealthPodcasts@providence.org. Let's shape the future of health together!

Dr. Alex Hamling Bio

Alex Hamling, MD, MBA, FAAP is a board-certified pediatrician working at Pacific Medical Centers at their Bothell, WA campus.  He obtained his medical degree from Temple University School of Medicine and his MBA in Healthcare Management from the Fox School of Business at Temple University.  He completed his general pediatric residency at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medicine Center.

 He is Clinical Faculty at the University of Washington’s School of Medicine – Department of Family Medicine and Adjunct Faculty at Washington State University’s College of Nursing.
 
 He has been an active member as a board member in the Washington State Medical Association.  He has served on numerous committees through the American Academy of Pediatrics including teaching early career physicians through different leadership programs.

 During his off time, he enjoys geocaching, gardening, walking with his daughters to local coffee shops, and dancing.

Host Mary Renouf speaks with Dr. Daniel Getz and they get to the truth to some of the medical myths and misconceptions many of us have. They discuss the COVID vaccine, stroke and heart attack symptoms, does that green mucus really mean you have an infection and more. Don't miss this interesting and informative episode. 

Host Mary Renouf speaks with Dr. Mark Basiratmand about the Mediterranean Diet. They discuss the health benefits, why so many health experts are recommending it and the history of this style of eating. 

In this pre-recorded Live episode, some of our doctors and experts answer questions about the COVID vaccines. What's true, what's not true and what we know at this point. 

For more updates on the vaccines visit:

https://coronavirus.providence.org/covid-vaccine

In this pre-recorded Live episode, we have experts discussing the new COVID variants-what we know so far and how this will affect the ongoing pandemic. 

Dr. Roseann Getchell and Dr. Tyson Payne continue their important discussion on homeschooling kids and teens during COVID. In this episode, they tackle internet safety. During the pandemic, much of our children's lives are web-based. So how do we keep them safe as we navigate online school, social media and more. 

*This episode was pre-recorded as a live event.* 

For more conversations that matter, subscribe to the Talk With A Doc podcast. You can also find more information on upcoming podcast episodes and our Facebook/LinkedIn Live events on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn @providencehealthsystem.

Dr. Robin Henderson and Brette Borow discuss social isolation during the pandemic and how it can affect your mental health. The difference between social isolation and loneliness, how these feelings are impacting our mental health and some solutions for helping ourselves and others when these feelings take hold. 

*This episode was pre-recorded as a live event.*  

For more conversations that matter subscribe to the Talk With A Doc podcast. You can also find more information on upcoming podcast episodes and our Facebook/LinkedIn Live events on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn @providencehealthsystem.

In this episode, we discuss bridging the gap between self care and Express Care. How regular check-ups, wellness exams and health maintenance should be a part of your self care plan and the role the Providence Express Care program can play.

*This episode was pre-recorded as a live event.* 

For more conversations that matter subscribe to the Talk With A Doc podcast. You can also find more information on upcoming podcast episodes and our Facebook/LinkedIn Live events on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn @providencehealthsystem.

Dr. Roseann Getchell and Dr. Tyson Payne discuss homeschooling kids and teens during COVID and how it might be affecting their mental health. Social isolation, social anxiety, keeping your kids and teens motivated and what will going back to in-person school look like are all topics that are tackled in this important discussion along with keeping our kids positive during this difficult time. 

*This episode was pre-recorded as a live event.*

You can find more information on upcoming podcast episodes and our Facebook/LinkedIn Live events on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn @providencehealthsystem.

James Q. Simmons, NP, speaks with Robin Henderson, Chief Executive of Behavioral Health of Providence Oregon, reflect on letting go of the negatives of 2020 and thinking about what the positives were so we can bring those forward in 2021 and find some hope after a difficult year. 

*This episode was recorded previously as a Live event.*

One in eight patients that visit the emergency room are in need of behavioral health services or in mental health crisis. Laura Knapp and Katie Gilligan discuss the need for behavioral health services to urgent care and emergency room departments and the benefit of that whole health care for patients and the Behavioral Health Urgent Care in Everett, Washington. 

Dr. Norland provides practical advice for managing more severe pregnancy symptoms such as gestational diabetes, and hypertension. The episode highlights the importance of regular prenatal care, screenings, and mental health support, equipping expectant mothers with essential knowledge and resources for maintaining a healthy pregnancy.   

Host Jennifer Semenza welcomes back Dr. Emily Norland, an OB/GYN and chief of the OB/GYN Department at Swedish Medical Center in Seattle, to discuss prenatal care and managing pregnancy symptoms. 

Do you want to know more?

The Justice Unity Support Trust, or JUST Birth Network was created to empower and improve the birthing experience of Black, African American, African, Native American, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander birthing women and people from across the sex and gender identity spectrum.

The network includes dedicated birth and postpartum doulas, childbirth educators and inpatient cultural navigators, who provide patients and their families with expert care and guidance throughout their pregnancy and birthing experience.

If you would like to know more about the role of doulas and midwives, please check out these Wellness Briefs:

• Doulas
• Midwives

 Just a few of the related article from the Providence blog:

• How to navigate your pregnancy and newborn-related health care expenses
• Trouble breastfeeding? Lactation consultants can help
• What you need to know: All the feelings during the postpartum period
• Your Culture and Your Pregnancy: 5 Tips for Advocating For Your Ideal Experience
• Moving Past Healthy Mom Healthy Baby for Black Mothers

Check out the Providence blog for more information on good prenatal care and all other health related topics. To learn more about our mission programs and services, go to Providence.org.

Follow us on social media to get continued information on other important health care topics. You can connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook, TikTok, Instagram and X.

For all your healthcare information on the go, download the Providence app. Whether you’re tracking symptoms, scheduling appointments, or connecting with your healthcare providers, the Providence app has your back.

To learn more about the app, check out the Wellness Brief podcast episode. Wellness Brief: Simplifying Care-There's an App for That.

Connect with Us: Share Your Thoughts!

We value your insights and would love to hear your thoughts on our recent discussions. You can reach us at FutureOfHealthPodcasts@providence.org. Let's shape the future of health together!

Laurie Kelley, Josh Cutler and Roger Dowdy discuss the Providence Caregiver Support Program that provides behavioral health assistance and resources to all caregivers, especially during the challenging time of the pandemic. 

Host Meredith Cunningham speaks with Dr. Katie Hendley, a neurologist and Dr. Valeria Johnson, a clinical psychologist, about the addition of a clinical psychologist to the neurology team at Covenant Health and how that has positively impacted whole patient care within their department and the ability to improve quality of life for patients with neurological disease.

Dr. Michael Ravelo and Brette Borow discuss what you need to know about the flu season while we are in the midst of a global pandemic.

Host Mary Renouf and Dr. Jan Carlo Zegarra discuss Lifestyle Medicine and its benefits.

Dr. Robin Henderson and Dr. James Simmons discuss how to cope and stay mentally well over the holidays during the COVID pandemic.

Dr. Robin Henderson and Dr. Nate Goins discuss how kindness and compassion can improve your overall mental wellness.

In today's episode, the panel discuss mental wellness and how COVID and seasonal mood disorders and fluctuations can affect your mental well-being.

Dr. Amy Thompson and Rebecca Meador, a lactation specialist, discuss breastfeeding and lactation issues and solutions. 

Host Mary Renouf and Dr. Vern Saboe discuss chiropractic care and how it can be used to relieve many types of pain and eliminate or reduce opioid usage.

Dr. Amy Thompson and Dr. Jeremy Dalton discuss the importance of children's well-child care along with immunizations and vaccinations during the pandemic and any risks and safety information you may need. 

Suffering from foot pain? In this episode of Talk With A Doc, host Mary Renouf and Dr. Helen F. Kuo, DPM discuss foot health and plantar fasciitis. 

Get the facts on pneumonia and bronchitis from host Mary Renouf and Mary Ann Dunlap, ARNP of Providence.

Urgent care? Emergency room? Primary care? In this episode of Talk With A Doc, host Mary Renouf talks with Dr. Thomas Yetman about where to go for the right medical care for the health issues you may be experiencing.

For more information and resources, visit: Providence