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Why Facilitation is Key for Effective Telehealth

 
Michael J. Reidy, a senior consultant at Interaction Associates that has more than 25 years of experience in consulting and responding to the learning needs of individuals & groups in the healthcare, biotech, financial services, power, and service industries joins eHealth Radio and the Healthcare & Health News Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Michael J. Reidy discuss the following:
How did you come to work in the healthcare space as an educator?
What challenges have you seen arise in the digital healthcare space from the organizations you serve?
How are these challenges unique within tele-health and telemedicine in terms of building trust?
What sort of facilitation techniques are used for in-person patient care that can be adapted for the virtual environment?
What tips and strategies do you suggest for providers to train their teams at all levels to enhance connection and empathy in online care? 
Michael J. Reidy, a senior consultant at Interaction Associates, has more than 25 years of experience in consulting and responding to the learning needs of individuals & groups in the healthcare, biotech, financial services,, power, and service industries. Michael’s interest is in adult education, and his belief is that the workplace has become the ‘third place’ of learning and development for the 21st century. Michael holds a master’s degree in Public Administration from the HKS, Harvard University. Interaction Associates is best known for introducing the concept and practice of group facilitation to the business world in the early 1970’s. For over 50 years, IA has provided thousands of leaders and teams with practical, simple, and effective programs, tools, and techniques for leading, meeting, and working better across functions, viewpoints, and geographies.
Website: https://www.interactionassociates.com
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Balance, Pain & Movement: Daily Remedies from a Physical Therapist

 
Alex Barrow, DPT, a senior clinician at AposHealth, who assists patients in gaining mobility and acquiring functional independence in the long term through customized physical therapy solutions joins eHealth Radio and the Health News & Physical Therapy Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Alex Barrow discuss the following:
What is one typical misconception individuals have regarding dizziness or balance—and how can they manage those symptoms on a daily basis?
You've learned posture and pain interaction—what is a small adjustment a person can make to his or her posture that normally alleviates pain or prevents it?
How do you manage someone with pain that isn't visible on imaging or tests? What does that reveal about how the mind and body work in physical therapy?
With AposHealth, you're assisting individuals toward long-term functional independence—what are the two everyday movement patterns that have the greatest impact in the long term?
For the person with a sedentary occupation or sedentary lifestyle, what would you suggest to help safeguard their back and mobility?
Alex Barrow, DPT, earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Ithaca College through their six-year accelerated program before completing clinical rotations at Kessler Rehabilitation Center. He began his work at Fyzical Therapy and Balance Centers by using his knowledge of gait, balance, and mobility to focus on Vestibular and Neurological rehabilitation. At The Well Effect Company in Bedford, MA, Alex expanded his practice to include whole-person wellness by studying lumbar spine mechanics, posture, and pain and motion interaction. As a lead clinician at AposHealth, he uses his knowledge to help patients achieve long-term functional independence.
Website: https://www.aposhealth.com
Social Media Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AposHealthUS  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aposhealth  X: https://x.com/AposHealthUS 
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The Way We Think About Aging is Dead Wrong

 
Eileen Kopsaftis, Founder of Have Lifelong Wellbeing, which provides online movement, health, and aging content that is not well known but should be joins eHealth Radio and the Health News Channel.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Eileen Kopsaftis discuss the following:
Why do so many people end up in nursing homes by default—can it be avoided?
Is it possible to build muscle at any age—even in your 90s?
Can posture really be improved at any age, or is it too late to fix years of bad habits?
Can the right foods and movements actually relieve joint pain and keep you mobile?
What do you believe is the main reason so many people fear aging?
Eileen Kopsaftis, BS, PT, FAFS, CMI, NE
Eileen Kopsaftis is a chronic pain expert, nutrition educator, and the founder of Have Lifelong Wellbeing. She’s also a best-selling author of two books:
Pain Culprits! Surprising truths behind pain, how to uncover the cause, and what to do about it. 
Aging Culprits! 12 myths that sabotage your future and steal your joy.
She’s been helping people get out of pain and age well for over 30 years. It’s her mission to dispel inaccurate information and misunderstandings about how the human body is designed to move and train, and what really promotes healthy aging.
Eileen consults internationally, speaks nationally, publishes articles, hosts free educational online events and her own YouTube channel. She also teaches movement and pain education classes at Hudson Valley Community College. She’s been featured on many programs including Full Measure with Sharyl Attkisson and Chef AJ LIVE.
Eileen’s online programs include the Move Without Pain Private Club and the Have Lifelong Wellbeing Academy. These programs are how she empowers and trains people with truths that aren’t well known, but should be, so they can age well, pain-free, into their nineties and beyond.
➡️ Eileen's Home Page, Classes, Consultations
➡️ YouTube Channel
➡️ Pain Culprits! Book
➡️ Aging Culprits! Book
➡️ Move Without Pain Private Club
➡️ Have Lifelong Wellbeing Academy
People also listened to this: Emerging Concepts in Breast Augmentation with Implants: A Paradigm Shift

Emerging Concepts in Breast Augmentation with Implants: A Paradigm Shift

 
Dr. Scott A. Spiro, MD, FACS, a board-certified plastic surgeon based in West Orange, New Jersey, returns to eHealth Radio & the Plastic Surgery Information Channel to discuss breast augmentation using implants—especially the emerging shift toward pre-pectoral, sub-fascial techniques. With over 20 years of experience and an artist’s eye, Dr. Spiro brings fresh insight into how modern implant technology, patient lifestyle, and aesthetic goals are reshaping breast augmentation today.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Scott Spiro discuss the following:
Dr. Spiro, given the title of this podcast, you know the first question that begs to be asked, why the paradigm shift?
If I may interrupt at the point please describe capsular contracture.
So, we are in the early 2000s with sub-pectoral or sub-muscular implant placement and a decade dominated by textured implants.  Continue please.
Implant laterization?  Please explain further.
So it seems this was the test case for this modern day shift for cosmetic implant surgery?
Can you elaborate back on this "cohesivity of implants” what is cohesivity?
Ok, gravity is undefeated.  More women are valuing the benefits of weight training fitness, generation 6 implants, are more highly cohesive, but what about the human tissue grafts you mentioned earlier?
Slowly absorbable meshes? Can you elaborate on that one?
And the results so far? Are you pleased?
May I ask again about the lateralization problem, how does pre-pectoral decrease that concern?
Dr. Scott A. Spiro, MD, FACS, is a board-certified plastic surgeon in West Orange, NJ, widely recognized for his skill in facial aesthetics, with a particular focus on eyelid surgery. A graduate of the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, he completed advanced training at the University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital and further honed his expertise at the Nashville Plastic Surgery Institute.
Consistently honored as one of New Jersey Monthly’s Top Doctors (2007–2024) and named among America’s Best Plastic Surgeons in eyelid surgery, facelift, and rhinoplasty, Dr. Spiro is known for combining surgical precision with an artistic sensibility. He also serves as adjunct faculty for the Rutgers plastic surgery residency program, where he was awarded the 2024 "Faculty Teacher of the Year."
At Spiro Plastic Surgery LLC, his practice emphasizes individualized care and natural-looking results. With a deep understanding of how the eyes influence overall facial harmony, Dr. Spiro customizes each blepharoplasty to enhance vibrancy and restore youthful definition—making him a sought-after specialist for patients across the country.
Website: https://drspiro.com  Breast Augmentation: https://drspiro.com/breast/breast-augmentation
Social Media Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spiroplasticsurgery Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@SpiroPlasticSurgery 
LOCATION & CONTACT DETAILS Spiro Plastic Surgery | Dr. Scott Spiro 101 Old Short Hills Road, Suite 510 West Orange, NJ 07052 (973) 736-5907
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Is a Second Breast Surgery Worth it? With Breast Revision Expert Dr. Hisham Seify

 
Dr. Hisham Seify of Newport Plastic Surgery, a distinguished board-certified plastic surgeon serving the Greater Orange County area of California again joins eHealth Radio and the Plastic Surgery Information Channel. 
Listen in as we take a deep dive into breast implant revision and explore why you might consider surgery a second time.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Hisham Seify discuss the following:
What are the most common reasons patients seek breast revision?
What are signs that a patient might need a revision, even if they aren’t experiencing discomfort?
How does breast implant revision surgery differ from an initial augmentation?
Are there alternatives to implants for patients who no longer want them but still desire volume or shape?
How do you help patients choose the right implant size and type during a revision?
Learn more about revision breast implant surgery and the benefits, risks, and various options of implant exchange and removal with breast revision specialist with Dr. Hisham Seify of Newport Plastic Surgery.
Dr. Seify is an renowned, board-certified plastic surgeon dedicated to natural, tailored results and making each patient’s experience positive and transformative.
Website: https://newportplastic.com 
Social Media Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NewportPlastic Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newportplastic_drhseify Youtube:  https://www.youtube.com/@NewportPS 
People also listened to this: Demystifying General vs. Local Anesthesia

Demystifying General vs. Local Anesthesia

 
Dr. Stephanie Teotia, a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon known for her welcoming environment with her all-female team located in the Dallas area again joins eHealth Radio and the Plastic Surgery Information Channel. She specializes in a number of plastic surgery procedures, including facelifts, neck lifts, breast enhancements, and tummy tucks.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Stephanie Teotia discuss the following:
For patients who may be unfamiliar, can you briefly explain the difference between general and local anesthesia?
In your practice, what kinds of procedures are most commonly done under each type of anesthesia?
Are there any advantages to doing a procedure under local anesthesia when it’s an option?
What do patients typically want to know—or worry about—when they hear they'll be under general anesthesia and are there certain patients or conditions where general anesthesia is not recommended?
Do you have any advice for patients who are nervous about being awake during a procedure under local anesthesia?
Joining us today is Dr. Stephanie Teotia an acclaimed board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon based in Flower Mound, TX, serving the Dallas-Fort Worth area. In this episode, Dr. Teotia will break down the difference between general and local anesthesia and explain her pioneering in-office facelift, neck lift, and eyelid lift techniques that allow patients to self-administer sedation.
Many people feel intimidated by the idea of being under general anesthesia because they worry about the potential of adverse effects. Additionally, general anesthesia may be especially risky for people with chronic conditions like heart, lung, and kidney disease. Local anesthesia is typically safer because it only numbs a specific area of the body, allowing patients to remain awake and alert during their procedures. Dr. Teotia’s in-office surgeries are more affordable than traditional procedures with fewer chances of complications. This conversation is your chance to learn how to remain in full control within a relaxed, comfortable setting.
Website: https://drstephanieteotia.com 
Social Media Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SBeidlerMDDallasPlasticSurgeryInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniebeidlerteotiaTwitter: https://twitter.com/StephanieTeotiaYoutube: CLICK HERE
CONTACT INFORMATION: Dr. Stephanie Teotia 2301 Olympia Dr, Suite 100, Flower Mound, TX 75028 Phone: (214) 823-9652
People also listened to this: The Role of AI in Empowering Patients and Improving Breast Cancer Detection

The Role of AI in Empowering Patients and Improving Breast Cancer Detection

 
Dana Brown, President and CEO of iCAD, a  global leader on a mission to create a world where cancer can’t hide by providing clinically proven AI-powered breast health solutions joins eHealth Radio and the Cancer Prevention and Health News Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dana Brown discuss the following:
How is AI in transforming early breast cancer detection?
Why is personalized breast cancer risk assessment important?
How is AI-Powered screening becoming more accessible with ProFound Cloud?
What is the connection between Breast Arterial Calcification (BAC) and women’s heart health?
How does AI help empower patients and clinicians?
How is AI addressing health equity & expanding global access to services?
A 30-year technology industry veteran, Dana Brown is currently as President and CEO of iCAD. She previously served as Senior Vice President, Chief Strategy and Operations Officer at Susan G. Komen and Senior Vice President and Chief Digital Officer at United Way Worldwide. Ms. Brown was also a founding team member of multiple successful ventures including co-founder and CMO for MetaSolv Software, CEO of Ipsum Networks and spent the early years of her career at Texas Instruments and Arthur Andersen.
Website: https://www.icadmed.com
Social Media Links: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/icadFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/icadmed
People also listened to this: How Specialists & General Providers Together Can Drive Early Detection of MASLD/MASH to Transform Patients’ Liver Health

How Specialists & General Providers Together Can Drive Early Detection of MASLD/MASH to Transform Patients’ Liver Health

 
Dr. Angelo Paredes, a Board-Certified Gastroenterologist and Transplant Hepatologist joins eHealth Radio and the eHealth Radio and Health News and Liver Health Channels. His practice focuses on the management of MASLD and MASH, liver cirrhosis, and hepatitis, and he also enjoys caring for patients with the entire spectrum of digestive diseases.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Angelo Paredes discuss the following:
Tell us more about your experience and how you became involved in liver health and passionate about this area of medicine.
Can you walk us through why early detection of MASLD (metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease) is so critical, and why general practitioners in primary care, family and internal medicine should start assessing for this disease and not just gastroenterologists and hepatologists?
What risk factors are visible in patients who should be screened?
In your experience, when is the right moment for a primary care practitioners and endocrinologists to refer a patient with suspected or confirmed MASLD to a specialist?
What tools or screening methods do you believe should be more widely adopted in primary care/family medicine to help identify patients at risk for advanced liver disease?
How can primary care/family medicine and GI/hepatology work more collaboratively to catch MASLD earlier and prevent disease progression? 
Dr. Paredes, a Queens NY native, came to us from Brooke Army Medical Center in San Antonio, TX, after a fourteen-year career as an Active-Duty Medical Officer in the US Army. After completing his undergraduate degree at Cornell University, he obtained his Doctor of Medicine at Georgetown University in 2006. He completed his Internal Medicine Internship, Residency training, and Gastroenterology Fellowship training at Walter Reed Army Medical Center. He then spent a year in the Transplant Liver Program at Virginia Commonwealth University learning to care for patients with advanced liver disease.
Following his Fellowship training, Dr. Paredes became the Hepatology Section Chief at Brooke Army Medical Center. He has an accomplished background in research, with more than 25 scientific peer reviewed publications, and more than 50 presentations at international meetings. During his time in the Army, he participated in a medical mission to Honduras (2007), and served overseas in Iraq (2009-2010). He was Honorably Discharged as a Lieutenant Colonel in January 2020.
Dr. Paredes is board certified in both Gastroenterology and Transplant Hepatology and is an active member of the American Association for the Study of Liver Disease. His practice focuses on the management of liver cirrhosis, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, autoimmune hepatitis, and viral hepatitis but he also enjoys caring for patients with the entire spectrum of Digestive Diseases.
Website: https://middlesexgastro.com
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Recapturing passion, romance, and commitment with the partner you already have

 
Dr. Deb Castaldo, author of the new book, The Return to Love Playbook who is also a Couple’s and Family Therapist, Intimacy Coach, and host of Love Notes with Dr. Deb on WCHE Radio joins eHealth Radio and the Relationship Health Channel.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Deb Castaldo discuss the following:
The divorce rate has remained very high for more than half a century. Why is it that many couples continue to call it quits, and does it have anything to do with the loss of romance?
Is it really possible to keep romance and the feeling of "being in love" for the long term?
What does it really take to keep romance going and have fulfilling long term love?
For folks who feel they have been unhappy and have not had romance or affection for a very long time, can you give us some tips of how they can begin to rescue their romance ?
Dr. Deb, author of the new book, The Return to Love Playbook and is a Couple’s and Family Therapist, Intimacy Coach, and host of Love Notes with Dr. Deb on WCHE Radio. She has over 35 years of experience helping couples learn to love well, stay in love, and return to love if they have lost it. She specializes in all issues related to love, dating, mating, break ups, make ups, and healthy sexuality.
Dr. Deb has a deep understanding of the ups and downs of love due to her own life experience with young marriage, infertility, midlife divorce, and dating and single life after 50.
Website: https://thedrdeb.com
Social Media Links: Instagram: @thedrdeb TikTok: @thedrdebFacebook: TheDrDeb
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It's the Children Who Suffer the Most in Divorces

 
Pamela Henry who has worked in the field of supervised visitation for non-custodial parents, written newspaper columns on family matters, and offered classes in shared custody parenting joins eHealth Radio and the Family Health & Divorce Channels. Her new book is Soul Custody: Sparing Children from Divorce. 
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Pamela Henry discuss the following:
Can you talk about the title of your book and what you mean by "Soul Custody"?
What prompted you to look further into the toll of divorce on children and the emotional upheaval they experience?
What have you found in your research on people who get divorced that may help move the needle on decisions to split up the family? •
What needs to change in how parents talk to their children about the prospect of divorce?
You talk about five basic regrets around getting divorced. What are they, and what could people do to not feel them?
Can you talk about the legacy of divorce and how it plays a role in successive generations?
You write about the problem with custody arrangements like half-time and shuttling children from parent to parent. What gets lost in these situations?
What strategies and approaches could help people decide against getting divorced, and how do they address the individual needs of someone who wishes they could escape the marriage?
Now that you've written this book, what is the one thing you wish divorced parents thought more carefully about before deciding to pursue a divorce?
Pamela Henry has worked in the field of supervised visitation for non-custodial parents, written newspaper columns on family matters, and offered classes in shared custody parenting, including "Parenting with a Pen" and "Pandora's Box: Managing a Private Journal Collection." She has a degree in telecommunications from San Diego State and earned a certificate in Early Childhood Education from UC Riverside. She's also the owner of Soul Custody Press, which publishes memoirs with a message. She lives in Redlands, California with her three daughters. Her new book is Soul Custody: Sparing Children from Divorce. Learn more at Soul Custody Press – Memoirs with a Message.
Website: https://soul-custody.com
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