You make tough calls when caring for acutely ill and injured children. Join us for strategy and support -- through clinical cases, research and reviews, and best-practice guidance in our ever-changing acute care landscape. Please visit our site at http://PEMplaybook.org/ for show notes and to get involved with the show -- see you there!
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Advance with MUSC Health’s mission is to help you find ways to preserve and optimize your health and get the care you need to live well. MUSC Health experts offer advice and insights on health-related topics. For more information, check out www.advance.muschealth.org.
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On Before The White Coat, SHM CEO and host Larry Wellikson explores the early influences and personal inspirations of some of the most influential individuals in healthcare and modern medicine.
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From the Ashes of SIRS: The Phoenix Sepsis Score
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Insights into Eye Health with Peter Tang, MD, PhD
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Eye problems, while often benign, can sometimes be the first sign of a serious health condition. Peter Tang, MD, PhD, is an ophthalmologist at the MUSC Health Storm Eye Institute, where he specializes in retina surgery and ocular oncology, or cancer in and around the eye. In this episode, Dr. Tang discusses Storm Eye’s collaborative and holistic ap…
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Breast Cancer Surgery Options with Andrea Abbott, MD, MSCR
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Breast cancer survival rates are higher than they’ve ever been. For patients requiring surgery, high-quality breast reconstruction that is both aesthetic and safe can be crucial to long-term well-being. Advances in technology and surgical techniques at MUSC are leading to more natural options for reconstruction, allowing women to look and feel more…
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Colorectal Cancer Expertise in MUSC Midlands Division
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We are marking Colon Cancer Awareness Month with a valuable discussion about the importance of early detection of colorectal cancer as well as the latest treatments that can offer hope and improved outcomes for patients. In this episode, two colorectal surgeons from MUSC Health Midlands division, Dr. Kasim Mirza and Dr. Jarrott Moore, discuss MUSC’…
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Colorectal Cancer Screening in Younger Adults with Maggie Westfal, MD
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Colorectal cancer is one of the deadliest cancers in the world. While older Americans are more likely to be diagnosed with colorectal cancer, it has been on the rise in people under the age of 50 in recent decades. In this episode, Dr. Maggie Westfal discusses details on new screening recommendations aimed to catch the disease in younger people. Dr…
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Advancing Spine Surgery and Care with Adam Back, MD
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Spine issues, which often result in neck, mid-back, or low-back pain, can make every day a challenge. In fact, spine-related pain is one of the most common reasons people contact a doctor. In this episode, MUSC Health neurosurgeon Adam Back, MD, shares new approaches and personalized treatment plans available to MUSC patients with spinal issues. Dr…
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Advancements in Breast Cancer Care with Abi Siva, MD
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More women are surviving breast cancer than ever before yet, the statistic remains that breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in women. In this episode, Dr. Abi Siva, a MUSC Health breast oncologist, explains the latest offerings in treatment and early detection from MUSC Hollings Cancer Center, that are helping more women live …
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Improving Survival Rates for Pancreatic Cancer with William Hawkins, MD
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Pancreatic cancer is among the deadliest of cancers. But in the last few decades, far more people are surviving this disease. In this episode, William Hawkins, MD, a surgical oncologist at MUSC Health, explains why pancreatic cancer is so difficult to treat while also providing hope for those who may be undergoing treatment. Hawkins also highlights…
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Advancements in Surgical Oncology with Kevin Roggin, MD
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An innovator and expert in both robotic surgery and general surgical education, Kevin Roggin, MD, was recently appointed Chief of Surgical Oncology at MUSC Hollings Cancer Center. He brings more than 20 years of experience in surgical oncology to his new role. Roggin shares his vision for the division, his views on patient-centered care in surgical…
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Treatments for Dysphagia and Other Swallowing Conditions with Erin Ward, MSCCC-SLP
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Dysphagia is a swallowing condition that causes challenges when eating or drinking and can lead to serious complications such as choking or pneumonia infections caused by aspiration. In this episode, Erin Ward, a speech language pathologist from the MUSC Health Florence Outpatient Rehabilitation Center, talks about this condition and treatments off…
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Expanding Precision Oncology with Thai Ho, MD, PhD
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MUSC Hollings Cancer Center is establishing a new precision oncology program and a precision oncology tumor board that will improve cancer care across South Carolina. Thai Ho, MD, PhD is leading this effort and in this episode shares insight into precision oncology offerings at MUSC Hollings Cancer Center, the precision oncology tumor board, as wel…
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Resuscitative Umbilical Vein Catheterization
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Urologic and Robotic Surgery at MUSC Health Lancaster Division with Aravind Viswanathan, MD
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Residents of the Lancaster and Chester counties don’t need to travel far from home to receive state-of-the-art surgical care. Aravind Viswanathan, MD, a urologist and director for robotic surgery at MUSC Health Lancaster Division, discusses the range of urologic oncology and other surgical options offered, including the da Vinci robotic surgical sy…
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The MUSC Health Weight Management Center with Tonya Turner, MPH, RDN, LDN
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For more than 40 years, the MUSC Health Weight Management Center has been offering leading edge programs to help people lose weight and improve their quality of life. Tonya Turner, MPH, RDN, LDN, is the associate director for clinical services and a registered dietitian and nutrition specialist at the Weight Management Center. In this episode, she …
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Heart Disease in Women with Arasi Maran, MD
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Heart disease is the number one cause of death in men and women. Ye, recent data shows the majority of American women don't realize that heart disease is the biggest threat to their health. In this episode, Aarsi Maran, MD, a MUSC Health interventional cardiologist, dispels some myths about women and heart disease and shares ways women can take cha…
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The Advantages of Gynecologic Robotic Surgery with Jennifer Patchett, MD
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In this episode of Advance with MUSC Health, Jennifer Patchett, MD, an OB/GYN at MUSC Women's Health - Florence Women’s Pavilion, discusses how she uses the robotic da Vinci surgical system to provide minimally invasive gynecological surgeries to patients. Patchett calls the device a game changer for women undergoing hysterectomies and other gyneco…
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Steps to Successful Breastfeeding with Lela Gregg, Lactation Specialist
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MUSC Health Florence Medical Center has received many awards and accolades for its commitment to breastfeeding support. Lela Gregg, a Lactation Specialist and Baby Friendly and Safe Sleep Coordinator explains the benefits of breastfeeding for both mothers and infants and how she helps support mothers at MUSC Health through the ups and downs of nurs…
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Improving Movement and Athletic Performance with the DARI System with Michael Sole, ATC, CSCS
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A health screening tool called DARI motion analysis system, is being offered to patients at the MUSC Health and Wellness Institute. It uses the power of video cameras and motion data to objectively measure how efficiently you move. From there you may be prescribed targeted strengthening exercises that can help you meet your health and fitness goals…
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Advances in Infertility Treatments with John Schnorr, MD
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The CDC estimates 1 in 8 couples have trouble getting pregnant or staying pregnant. But advances in medicine and technology have helped millions of people with infertility bring children into the world. John Schnorr, MD, has overseen the care of thousands of patients with infertility. On this episode, he discusses common causes and the latest treat…
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Expanding Telehealth for Specialty Care with Emily Warr, MSN, RN
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MUSC Health is known for innovation and telehealth with a strong history of using telehealth to improve access to quality healthcare for medically underserved areas in South Carolina. Now, new and existing rheumatology and endocrinology patients have access to MUSC Virtual Care. Emily Warr, MSN, RN is the administrator of the MUSC Center for Telehe…
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Surgical Approaches to Foregut Conditions with James Mark Harris, MD
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Those suffering with foregut diseases can often find a long-term cure through surgery. James Mark Harris, MD, is a general surgeon in the MUSC Health Floyd Medical Group and has extensive experience in foregut surgery. In this episode, he talks about the often complex foregut procedures he offers and how they can change the lives of his patients wi…
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Treatments for Pancreatic Disorders with Katherine Morgan, MD
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There have been monumental advancements in treatments for diseases and disorders of the pancreas in recent decades. In this episode of Advance with MUSC Health, Katherine Morgan, MD, professor of surgery and chief of the Division of Gastrointestinal Surgery and Laparoscopic Surgery at MUSC Health, talks about the function of the pancreas, causes of…
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When to See a Cardiologist with Greg May, MD
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In this episode of Advance with MUSC Health, Greg May, MD, an Interventional Cardiologist with MUSC Health at the Florence Medical Pavilion, talks about symptoms that warrant a trip to the cardiologist, what to expect at a cardiology appointment and tips to keep your heart healthy.By MUSC Health
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Treating Kidney Disease with Kevin O'Kelly, MD
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Being diagnosed with a kidney disease is a challenge more and more Americans face. In South Carolina, one in eight people have kidney disease. But there are things you can do to prevent kidney disease and manage it. In this episode of Advance with MUSC Health, Kevin O’Kelly, MD, a urologist at MUSC Health Marion Medical Center, talks about the impo…
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Impulse Control Disorders in Parkinson’s Disease Patients with Mark Stacy, MD
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There's a type of medication often prescribed to people with Parkinson's disease that can cause impulse control issues in some patients. In this episode, Mark Stacy, MD, discusses this topic and how people impacted can be helped early and easily at the first signs of problems. Stacy is a MUSC Health neurologist with more than 30 years of experience…
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Treating Head and Neck Cancer with Jason Newman, MD
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Your nose, tongue, face, and throat. You may not think of cancer lurking in these places, yet many head and neck cancers originate here. Luckily, there are signs and symptoms related to the disease that you can look for. In this episode, Jason Newman, MD, director of the Division of Head and Neck Oncology in the Department of Otolaryngology, talks …
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Osteoporosis and the Bone Health Program with Stacey Rothwell, PA-C
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Osteoporosis is often called a silent disease because it often has no symptoms. You cannot feel your own bones weakening, and many people are not diagnosed until they have broken a weakened bone. Stacy Rothwell, a certified physician assistant at MUSC Health, joins the show to discuss the importance of talking to your doctor about your risk of oste…
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Parathyroid Surgery with Denise Carneiro-Pla, MD
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Surgery on any part of the endocrine system has the best results when performed by a highly experienced endocrine surgeon, according to recent studies. In this episode of Advance with MUSC Health, Denise Carneiro-Pla, MD, explains the endocrine surgical diseases she and her colleagues offer, specifically parathyroid surgery, a major focus of her wo…
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Family and Rural Medicine with Toney Graham, III, MD
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Family Medicine physicians provide more care for America's underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty. In this episode of Advance with MUSC Health, Toney Graham, III, MD, talks about how he can now provide more essential support for both the health and well-being of people in rural South Carolina because MUSC Health is expan…
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Minimally Invasive Thoracic Surgery with Barry Gibney, DO
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MUSC Health offers the latest in thoracic surgery, including surgical care of people with lung and esophageal cancers, end-stage lung disease, as well as lung transplant surgeries. This episode features Barry Gibney, DO, who performed South Carolina's first lung transplant for a COVID-19 patient. Gibney is a thoracic surgeon as well as an associate…
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