As healthcare providers, we believe it is important to empower our patients with knowledge and treat them as if they are members of our own family. We feel it is important to work together and with other professionals to raise awareness about medical topics. This podcast is a place for everyone to learn through fascinating medical stories that are educational, informational, and entertaining. The stories told are meant to educate and not disturb. Some of the stories are very serious and deep ...
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How To Become A Registered Nurse With Victoria Pierce, RN
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Would you like to know how to become a registered nurse? Tune in this week as we talk with Victoria Pierce, RN, as she details here recent educational journey to becoming an RN. Victoria graduated at the top of her class from Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College School of Nursing and Health Sciences! She is an inspiration to so many, and we are luc…
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How To Keep Kids Safe Online with Officer Gomez
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Are you looking for tips to help keep your kids safe online? If so, this episode is for you! We are joined by Officer Gomez, a School Resource Officer in Idaho who dedicates his time to providing parents information that they need to navigate today's kids and schools. He answers social media safety questions, including the best way to keep your kid…
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Rural Emergency Medicine with Dr. Justin Harrell, M.D.
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Dr. Justin Harrell is Board Certified in Family Practice, and currently works as an Emergency Room Physician. In this episode, we discuss what its like to work in as an ER doctor in rural emergency medicine. Dr. Harrell has a vast amount of training in both Family Medicine and Emergency Medicine, as well as Rural Emergency Medicine experience that …
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The Importance of Nurse Practitioners with Pam Turk, FNP-C
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How Important are Nurse Practitioners? In this week's episode, we are joined by Pam Turk, FNP-C. She has worked at Douglas Medical Specialists in Douglas, Georgia, for many years. Not only has she saved many lives, she has been instrumental in training nurses and other nurse practitioners in our area. We talk about Pam's career history, as well as …
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How To Stick To Healthy New Year's Resolutions in 2024
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Is your New Year's Resolution for 2024 to become healthier, but you aren't sure how to make your resolution stick? If so, this episode is for you! We discuss the importance of setting realistic goals for yourself, as well as tips and tricks for sticking to your goals! We also talk about the ways that leading a healthier lifestyle can also help you …
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A Walk Down Memory Lane with The Legendary Voice of the Trojans Gene Wade, RPh
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Gene Wade, RPh, is a retired pharmacist in our hometown, Douglas, Georgia. He and his wife, Mrs. Jane, owned and operated a pharmacy that her parents started in 1938 named McRae's Pharmacy. He has been an integral part of Coffee County healthcare for many years. He has worn many hats in our community, including being the Legendary Voice of the Troj…
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Warning Signs of A Heart Attack with Dr. Mark Brulte, M.D.
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Did you know that heart attacks are most likely to occur on Christmas Day, the day after Christmas, and New Year's Day? In this week's episode, we talk about the risk factors for a heart attack, the signs and symptoms of a heart attack, and what you should do if you are having chest pain. We also talk about the importance of learning Cardiopulmonar…
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Functional Medicine: Personalized Patient-Centered Care with Bobby and Melissa Guess
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Would you like to know more about Functional Medicine? In today's episode, we are joined by Bobby Guess, FNP-C, and his wife, Melissa. They are the owners of Revive Hydration and Functional Health in Douglas, Georgia. They share their story with us about how they first became interested in Functional Medicine, as well as the services that they prov…
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The Impact of Infertility with Jordan Watkins
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Are you struggling with infertility? If so, this episode is for you! Did you know that about 1 in 5 women are currently struggling with infertility? Please don't let silence be the thing that stops you from getting the help you deserve! In this episode, we are joined by Jordan Watkins, and she shares her personal story of struggling with infertilit…
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Mental Health: How to Remove the Stigma and Instill Hope with Jason Wilcox, PMHNP-BC
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This episode explains how the stigma associated with seeking care for mental health needs is being removed, and also shares the good news that there IS hope for those suffering with mental health conditions! In today’s episode, we are joined by Jason Wilcox, PMHNP-BC. He is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who provides care to patient…
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Diabetes Awareness: Learn the Early Signs and Symptoms of Type 1 Diabetes with Lola Threat
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DO YOU KNOW THE EARLY SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF TYPE 1 DIABETES? November is National Diabetes Awareness Month! In this episode, we are joined by Mrs. Lola Threat. She graciously tells the story of her grandson being diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at just 8 years old, in hopes of helping others recognize the possible early signs and symptoms in their l…
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From the Doctor's Diary: Tips for Hair Loss and Alopecia
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Would You Like to Know Tips for Hair Loss and Alopecia? In this episode, we briefly discuss the causes of hair loss. We then jump right in to the information that you're looking for! We discuss over the counter treatments for hair loss and alopecia including topical solutions, shampoos, and vitamins. We also discuss the importance of a healthy diet…
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Why Am I Losing My Hair and Who Can Help Me? The Power of Kindness with Saranan Mitchell
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Is your hair falling out, and you don't understand why? Make sure you listen until the very end to hear us discuss the potential causes of hair loss, as well as explain to you the information that you need to provide your doctor when seeing them for hair loss. November is National Healthy Skin Month, and hair and scalp-related disorders fall under …
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Dermatology: Not Just Skin Deep with Hallie Brigmond PA-C
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Did you know that systemic medical conditions can manifest as a skin condition? Absolutely they can! This is one of the many reasons why it is so important to have a relationship with a healthcare provider that you know and trust. The American Academy of Dermatology Association has named November as National Healthy Skin Month! We are joined this w…
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Dense Breast Tissue and Breast Cancer: Empowering Women with Knowledge Because Mammograms Aren't Always Enough with Margie Singleton and Liane Willard
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Dense breast tissue and breast cancer risk, is a yearly mammogram enough? Margie Singleton was not informed that her dense breast tissue could not be adequately screened for breast cancer with a routine mammogram. After receiving a "normal" mammogram result, she found a breast lump. Thankfully her doctor ordered an ultrasound, but she was unfortuna…
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Why Should I Get A Mammogram? A Breast Cancer Survivor Shares the Importance of Early Detection, Intervention, and A Strong Support System with Patti Elliott and Lou Hennesy
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Passionately Pink Day is Thursday, October 26, 2023! Breast Cancer Is The Second Leading Cause of Cancer Death Among Women In The United States Every two minutes, a woman in the US is diagnosed with breast cancer. In a room full of eight women, at least one of them will likely be diagnosed with breast cancer during her lifetime. This will likely im…
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Overcoming Postpartum Depression: From Depressed Mom to Millionaire Mama with Kayse Morris
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About 1 in 7 Women Experience Postpartum Depression In today's episode, we are joined by the host of the top-ranking podcast, The CEO Teacher, Kayse Morris. She takes us back to a difficult time in her life, which was just before the launch of her successful career. Kayse had recently given birth to her second baby boy, and she was diagnosed with p…
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Looking Beautiful is Nice, But Feeling Beautiful is Life Changing: Seeking Beauty and Finding Joy with Courtney Sheffield
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Everyone Has A Story, And Its So Important To Be Willing To Listen Have you ever wondered how you can possibly recognize your inner beauty and find your inner joy when you’re going through a difficult situation? Maybe you are experiencing postpartum depression and anxiety. Maybe you are struggling with mental health, and it’s not related to postpar…
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Decoding Dyslexia with Rhianna Lewis
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Information About Dyslexia And Why Early Diagnosis Is Important It is estimated that 1 in 5 children struggle with reading, and this could be due to dyslexia. Did you know that a dyslexia diagnosis has nothing to do with overall IQ? In this week's episode we are joined by Rhianna Lewis, and her mother, Julee Brooke Lewis. Rhianna is in the 11th gra…
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Mental Health Awareness: How A Tragedy Led A Community To Act
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Join us today as we talk with Chris Sheffield and Ethan Kramer about the work that they do to raise mental health awareness and provide resources for the youth in their community. Chris Sheffield is an excellent example of how you can begin to initiate change within your community. Following the untimely passing of a young girl in his hometown, Chr…
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Suicide Prevention for Teens: A Mother's Journey to Honor Her Daughter
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Have You Been Searching For How to Approach Suicide Prevention For Teens? In today's episode, we will be talking with Marnie Smith and her dear friend, Heather Day. Marnie recaps the night that her beautiful daughter, Caroline, passed away due to suicide at the tender age of 16. She walks us through the timeline of events, beginning with the moment…
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