How a New Technology Helps Seniors Navigate Nursing Home Decisions

Raul Valdes-Perez, Co-Founder and CEO of OnlyBoth, which offers a Website for seniors to evaluate how nursing homes and home care agencies are performing compared to others joins eHealth Radio and the Senior Care and Health Care Channels.

Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Raul Valdes-Perez discuss the following:

1. For patients in need of nursing home care, what resources are available to help guide them in this important decision?
2. How does the OnlyBoth Website bring something new to industry?
3. Tell me how automated benchmarking grants users access to the most relevant information?
4. Where does the name OnlyBoth come from?
5. How do you see this technology impacting healthcare at large?

Raul Valdes-Perez, PhD, is CEO of OnlyBoth Inc., based in Pittsburgh, Pa. He teamed up with Andre Lessa in 2014 to develop a unique artificial intelligence engine that delivers performance transparency in healthcare. OnlyBoth’s delivery of comparative, language-based insights shows users specifically how nursing homes are excelling or failing. The concept was born during Raul’s time at Carnegie Mellon in the 1990s, during which he received an NSF grant on a “new task of knowledge discovery” to provide insights in a programmable way. He’s expanding the concept across healthcare at large with additional search engines that provide context-rich comparative insights. Valdes-Perez previously co-founded Vivisimo, Inc., acquired by IBM in 2012. He can be reached at valdes@onlyboth.com.

Websites: www.benchmine.com | www.onlyboth.com

Expert Advice to Reclaim Your Body After Childbirth with Dr. Douglas Grace

Dr. Douglas Grace, a plastic and reconstructive surgeon serving Oakville, Burlington, Hamilton and the surrounding Ontario areas and a Mommy Makeover expert joins eHealth Radio and the Plastic Surgery Information Channel to discuss how women can reclaim their pre-pregnancy bodies and look better than ever before.

Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Douglas Grace discuss the following:

1. What is the mommy makeover procedure?
2. Who is the ideal candidate for mommy makeover and do they have to be a mother?
3. What are the top three procedures chosen for the mommy makeover?
4. What should patients expect from their recovery?
5. What should patients know before electing this procedure?

Douglas Grace, B.Sc., M.D., F.R.C.S., is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon serving Oakville, Burlington, Hamilton and the surrounding Ontario areas. Dr. Grace believes that plastic surgery is most successful when it enhances a person’s natural beauty. He founded his plastic surgery practice, The Grace Clinic, on the pillars of excellent patient care, the highest surgical standards, a professional environment and personal, compassionate staff. He is personally invested in his patients’ safety, comfort and satisfaction at all times.

Dr. Grace earned his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Waterloo and received his education in plastic surgery from the University of Toronto. After earning his medical degree, he completed a five-year plastic surgery residency. Dr. Grace went on to receive further specialized cosmetic surgery training in Miami, Chicago and New York.

Dr. Grace belongs to the Canadian Society of Plastic Surgeons, the Ontario College of Physicians and Surgeons and the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons; he is also a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.

He is frequently approached by the media as a plastic surgery consultant. For example, he has appeared on CBC television to talk about liposuction, as well as on CHCH Television and Daily Web TV; he has also been featured in three episodes of “Plastic Makes Perfect,” talking about his minimally invasive laser liposuction techniques and his “Yummy Mommy Makeover.” He is available for selective speaking engagements.

Currently, Dr. Grace lives in Oakville, Ontario, with his wife and two children. When Dr. Grace isn’t working, he enjoys boating, skiing, gardening and working on one of many “Mr. Fix-It” projects around his house.

Website: www.drgrace.ca

Social Media Links:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheGraceClinic
Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheGraceClinic
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/DrDouglasGrace/videos
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_grace_clinic

Groundbreaking Book on Skincare: You Will Never Look at Your Skin the Same Way

Dr. Sandy Skotnicki, the author of the book, Beyond Soap, The Real Truth About What You Are Doing to Your Skin and How to Fix It for a Beautiful, Healthy Glow joins eHealth Radio and the Dermatology and Skin Care Channels.

Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Sandy Skotnicki discuss the following:

1. Why did you write this book - Beyond Soap?
2. Why do most people think being clean, means they are clean?
3. What are the challenges with washing too often?
4. What is the difference of being clean and being hygienic?
5. Why is there an increase of skin irritants and allergies?
6. What does one need to look for on a personal care product label?
7. How can this book help people who suffer from eczema?
8. Is dirt good for the skin?
9. How often should we wash or bath?

Dr. Sandy Skotnicki is the author of the book, Beyond Soap, The Real Truth About What You Are Doing to Your Skin and How to Fix It for a Beautiful, Healthy Glow. She is a practicing dermatologist with over 20 years of experience and is the founder of Toronto's Bay Dermatology Centre and an Assistant Professor in the Department of Medicine, divisions of Dermatology and Occupational and Environmental Health at the University of Toronto. She is a consultant dermatologist at Toronto's St. Michael's Hospital. A well-known expert on skin irritants, she is one of Canada’s top dermatologists.

Website: www.drsandyskotnicki.com

Social Media Links:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BeyondSoapTheBook
Twitter: @DrSkotnicki

Healthcare Reputation Management with Kristin Deuber, APR

Kristin Deuber, founder of KMD Public Relations + Marketing that provides public relations and marketing services to healthcare companies joins eHealth Radio and the Health Marketing Channel to discuss specifically healthcare reputation management. 

Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Kristin Deuber discuss the following:

1. Tell us about your business. How do you help healthcare organizations manage their reputations?
2. What types of healthcare organizations do you work with?
3. You mentioned that you specialize in crisis communications. How do you help healthcare companies manage their reputations during a crisis situation?
4. What can healthcare companies do to protect themselves from a crisis?
5. What should they do after a crisis to gain back credibility?

Kristin Mack Deuber, APR founded KMD Public Relations + Marketing in 2011. With 20 years of experience, Kristin has developed, managed and implemented public relations and marketing programs for clients ranging from non-profit organizations to Fortune 500 companies, with a deep expertise in the health care, life science and biotech industries.
 
Prior to starting her own practice, she was Vice President at Paul Werth Associates, one of the Midwest's leading public relations firms. She has been an adjunct public relations professor at The Ohio State University, Ohio Dominican University and Franklin University.
 
Kristin holds an MBA from Franklin University and a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from The Ohio State University. She is an accredited member of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) and serves on the executive committee of the national PRSA Health Academy and is on the board of the San Diego PRSA chapter. She is also a past president of the Central Ohio Chapter of PRSA. Kristin is a past 40 Under 40 Award recipient from Business First.
 
Passionate about giving back to her community, Kristin supports Women Drive Innovation San Diego, Solutions for Change, The Women's Fund, Lifecare Alliance and The American Heart Association. She is also a former member of the board of trustees for the Central Ohio Diabetes Association and the Healthcare Businesswomen's Association.

Website: www.kmdpr.com

Social Media Links:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kristin.m.deuber
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinmackdeuber
Twitter: https://twitter.com/kmackdeuber

How to stop self-sabotaging your life and learn to thrive

Clarissa Hughes the CEO and Founder of The Little Breathing Space a mindfulness coaching business based in Sweden joins eHealth Radio and the Personal Development Channel to talk about why self-sabotage occurs and shares some ways you can overcome this and becomes a more confident authentic you.

Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Clarissa Hughes discuss the following:

1. What is self sabotage & how does it appear in our lives?
2. Give us some examples of self destructive behaviours, to help us better understand....
3. Where do mindfulness and compassionate self-awareness come into play?
4. How would you advise changing habits and behaviours?
5. How & why would be possible for us - the listeners?

Clarissa Hughes is the CEO and Founder of The Little Breathing Space a mindfulness coaching business based in Göteborg, Sweden. She has a passion for empowering people to remove the stress and overwhelm out of their lives Supporting them to navigate the demands of modern life skilfully. And helping them to develop a higher capacity to feel clear-headed, confident and thriving in a life that reflects their purpose.  

Clarissa has been a senior manager in large corporations in the UK and Asia over 28 years. She suffered a burnout due to stress and found her way back to a calmer, more connected life through mindfulness.

Clarissa is an accredited Breathworks Mindfulness practitioner, iRest Yoga Nidra teacher, has experience and an academic background in human behaviour. She has been a key note speaker at leadership conferences and appeared in articles, podcasts, and radio interviews internationally talking all things mindfulness.

Clarissa believes that mindfulness is more than daily meditation - it is a way of living with compassionate self-awareness so that we can truly thrive.

Website: www.thelittlebreathingspace.com

Social Media Links:
Facebook: www.facebook.com/thelittlebreathingsace.com
Twitter: @the_breathspace

The views, ideas, thoughts and opinions expressed on any program are those of the persons appearing on the program and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of the eHealth Radio Network.

How Technology Helps Seniors Age in Place

Joe Liu, CEO of Mivatek Smart Connect that produces a number of devices to facilitate the “Aging-in-place” trend; that is, to help seniors and elderly people live at home longer, rather than moving to a nursing home or assisted living facility joins eHealth Radio and the Health News and Senior Care & Technology Channels. 

Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Joe Liu discuss the following:

1. What is aging in place? How prevalent is this trend and why is it preferable to moving to a nursing home or assisted living facility?
2. What are some of the ways that technology has helped allow seniors to live at home longer, independently and safely?
3. Can you please tell us about some of the specific devices that play a part in the aging-in-place trend (i.e., sensors, activity tracking systems, medication alerts, etc.)?
4. This technology helps the senior who is aging in place at home, but how does it also benefit the caregiver, whether it is an adult child caring for the parent or a nursing/medical professional?
5. What are some of the future developments on the horizon regarding aging-in-place technology?

Joe Liu leads the strategy and operations at Mivatek Smart Connect. Liu has a rich history of entrepreneurial and engineering experience.  Prior to launching Mivatek Smart Connect, Liu co-founded and led Oplink Communications, Inc., an optical network manufacturer. 

When Koch Industries/Molex acquired Oplink Communications in 2014, Liu led a team of investors and purchased the Oplink Connected portfolio back from Koch/Molex, and used this technology to power Mivatek solutions.

In his career, Liu has also served in various roles at companies including Mostek Semiconductor, Motorola Semiconductor, and National Semi.  Liu holds a Master of Science degree in Industrial Engineering from California State University, Chico.

Website: www.home8care.com

Social Media Links:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/home8care
Twitter: @Home8care

How Bridge Connector CEO David Wenger is revolutionizing healthcare communication

David Wenger, Founder & CEO of Bridge Connector, which delivers streamlined integration solutions for healthcare organizations joins eHealth Radio and the Healthcare and Health News Channels.

Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest David Wenger discuss the following:

1. What is Bridge Connector and what does it actually do?

2. What problem were you trying to solve and who needs it?
3. What benefits do you provide for the hospitals and facilities? What’s in it for the patients?
4. How did this idea come about, what was your inspiration?
5. You just raised $4.5 million in a seed round…congrats! Who were your investors?
6. How will this money help you take your company to the next level?

David Wenger is the Founder & CEO of Bridge Connector, an integrated platform as a service (iPaaS) that delivers streamlined integration solutions for healthcare organizations, which he founded in 2017. Based in West Palm Beach, Florida, he started the company so that healthcare organizations could automatically transfer data between disparate systems, via a seamless solution.
 
Previously, David served as president for five years at Marketran, a full-service marketing and advertising agency focusing on small- to medium-sized businesses in Palm Beach County, FL, where he spearheaded management, sales, and client relations. He holds a BA in marketing and management from University of South Florida.
 
Outside of the office, David contributes his time to charitable organizations and events. For the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Palm Beach Area Chapter’s annual golf outing, he serves as committee co-chair, helping raise hundreds of thousands of dollars for funding lifesaving blood cancer research. He lives in Jupiter, Florida, with his wife and two children, and enjoys boating, watching and playing sports, and being a human jungle-gym for his kids.

Website: www.bridgeconnector.com

Who Could Forget with Frank Healy

Frank Healy, who remembers every day of his life since he was six years old and is now 58 joins eHealth Radio and the Personal Development Channel. Frank remembers the day of the week, the weather, news, and personal events. He is a Licensed Professional Counselor and life coach. He has written several books on healing your memories and today is the launch of his memoir “Who Could Forget”.

Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Frank Healy discuss the following:

1. When did you realize you had an extraordinary memory?
2. What are the good and bad points of remembering everything?
3. How did having this memory affect your career choices?
4. What are the ways you help people with this?
5. How does it affect your life now?

Frank Healy is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Life Coach. He is one of about 80 people who has been classified as having Hyperthymesia by the University of California. Frank participated in their research studies because he remembers every day of his life since he was six years old. He is now in his 50’s.

His memory of each day includes the day of the week, the weather in his locale, news events and personal experiences. Recalling so much in his life had its advantages and disadvantages. The advantages include recall of every happy experience he had with friends, family, school and his wife. The corollary of that is that he remembers all the negative things. Bad days at work and school, slights from people, romantic breakups etc. 

Before he began his own journey, he would recall bad memories with the same emotional intensity as if he was experiencing it now. He had learned to let go of the feelings. He now counsels and coaches people to heal from the ill effects of their own traumatic and unpleasant memories. This can help people be happier and move on to a successful present and future.

Frank lives with his wife in Dennisville, New Jersey. He is in private practice at Associates for Life Enhancement in Northfield, New Jersey. Frank enjoys going to the beach, reading, writing, playing quizzo with friends (It's a trivia game) and playing ball with his grandsons.

Website: www.phenomenalmemory.com

Social Media Links:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Memoryhealing
Twitter: https://twitter.com/healysheal1

ZUKI, the best Muscle Rollers on the market

Richard Davidson, of ZUKI, the #1 in professional quality and technical design that have developed ZUKI Technology to advance muscle recovery and speed the path back to your next performance or workout joins eHealth Radio and the Health News and Pain Management Channels.

Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Richard Davidson discuss the following:

1. What is a ZUKI?
2. Why did you develop ZUKI? & What does a ZUKi do?
3. How is it different than other muscle rollers or stretchers?
4. Was the ZUKI designed by a personal trainer or physician?
5. I noticed you also make a ZUKI insoles, what does the ZUKI insoles do?

What is a ZUKI?... well you’re going to love the ZUKI Muscle Rollers and InSoles. Professionally inspired and designed for fast acting results. The ZUKI 19" is engineered with 1512 pressure points and the ZUKI 25" has 2376 pressure points. Hand made of durable materials like a never rust 304 grade stainless steel shaft and double injected TPE/PP rollers.

With the massive surface area, the ZUKI breaks up connective tissue and fascia to flush away toxins and attack lactic acid. Our gear is precision made and built to last. Patent pending ZUKI technology allows the rollers to penetrate deep into muscle tissue. Roll along the floor to apply reflexology to your feet for incredible relief. Use it for self-myofascial release. ZUKI should be your first option for reducing tightness and soreness after a performance, workout, CrossFit, Pilates or yoga session. Ideal for use on legs, arms, back and feet. The 3-dimensional soft point design, massages deep into muscle groups for thorough muscle recovery. Ergonomically designed handles make it easier to grip the ZUKI.

The ZUKI is #1 in professional quality and technical design. We developed ZUKI Technology to advance muscle recovery and speed the path back to your next performance or workout. Our portfolio of recovery products are unlike any others. The ZUKI is made 100% thermoplastic elastomer TPE.  ZUKI muscle rollers and insoles have over 1500 points of contact. You are assured of a precision made device when you see the ZUKI seal of quality.

Website: www.getzuki.com

Social Media Links:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/getzukiroller
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getzukiroller

Do You Know Your Parenting Safety Style? Tide Has Enlisted Child Psychologist Dr. Shefali to Help You Find Out

World-renowned Child Psychologist and best-selling author Dr. Shefali joins eHealth Radio and the Children's Health & Health News Channels to talk about the best ways to keep children safe in the home, just in time for National Safety Month in June.

Dr. Shefali has partnered with Tide to educate parents on laundry safety in the home, with a new quiz available on Tide.com for parents to better understand their own safety style.

Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Shefali discuss the following: 

1. From your personal and clinical experience, what are some of the biggest parenting challenges in today’s modern society? 
2. You curated the Safety Style Quiz with Tide. Tell us more about the quiz and why it’s important for parents to be aware of their unique style.
3. We’re entering National Safety Month in June, so what is your advice for parents when it comes to keeping the home safe and protecting their child’s health and well-being?
4. What is your perspective on how parents can trust their child while also ensuring their safety in the home?
5. Tell us about the idea of conscious parenting and how that intersects with child safety.

Dr. Shefali is a world-renowned clinical psychologist who received her doctorate from Columbia University, New York. She specializes in the integration of Eastern philosophy and Western psychology, making her an expert in her field. Her message has the potential to change people’s lives for generations to come.

Website: https://tide.com/parenting-safety-quiz