Health

Joint Pain Exacerbated During COVID-19 Pandemic

 
 
Dr. Richard Berger, M.D., a world-renowned orthopedic surgeon at Midwest Orthopedics at Rush and assistant professor at Rush University Medical Center, Chicago again joins eHealth Radio and the Orthopedic & Health News Channels. The pioneer of a minimally invasive technique, Dr. Berger was the first in the world to perform outpatient hip and knee replacement surgery and has done over 12,000 surgeries -- more than any other surgeon.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Dr. Richard Berger discuss the following:
As an orthopedic surgeon, what trends have you been seeing with your patients during the pandemic?
What can be done to offset joint pain? For listeners who are working from home and moving less …what recommendations do you have?
​I know that the pandemic has also led to patients putting off medical treatment or postponing surgeries, such as joint replacement. Can you tell us more about this?
What message do you have to people who are delaying their care?
For patients who are still putting off surgery, what would you say to them to ease their concerns? Why is now the time to get surgery?
Richard Berger, M.D., is a world-renowned orthopedic surgeon at Midwest Orthopedics at Rush and assistant professor at Rush University Medical Center, Chicago. He pioneered a minimally invasive hip and knee replacement that allows for a quicker and less painful recovery than traditional joint replacement. He also was the first in the world to perform outpatient hip and knee replacement surgery and has done over 12,000 surgeries -- more than any other surgeon. Patients come from all the world to have surgery from Dr. Berger, and they include elite athletes, politicians and celebrities.
 
Website: https://outpatienthipandknee.com
Social Media Links: Facebook: facebook.com/DrRichardBerger  Instagram: instagram.com/drrichardberger  Twitter: @DrRichBerger 

National organization, Until There’s A Cure® Foundation, dedicated to eradicating HIV/AIDS by raising awareness and funds to combat this pandemic.

 
 
Nora Hanna, Executive Director of Until There’s A Cure® Foundation, dedicated to eradicating HIV/AIDS by raising awareness and funds to combat this pandemic joins eHealth Radio and the Health News Channel.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Nora Hanna discuss the following:
Tell us about Until There’s A Cure.
How did you get involved with the organization?
Tell us about the jewelry collection and the backstory on who makes them.
What is the GOAL of UNTIL and its Mission?
How can People purchase the jewelry collection and donate?
Until There’s A Cure® is a national organization dedicated to eradicating HIV/AIDS by raising awareness and funds during the COVID-19 pandemic. The dream is that no one else will become infected with HIV. For those who are HIV positive, Until There’s A Cure is dedicated on their behalf to educating all people about the virus, as well as the overwhelming need for love and compassion in fighting this pandemic. Their goal is to fund prevention education, care services, vaccine development, and to increase public awareness of AIDS, using The Bracelet (click here to purchase) as the tool. The Bracelet will not only serve as a bridge to unite people to fight HIV/AIDS, but will help to increase consciousness, compassion, understanding, and responsibility.
Until There's A Cure® is committed to funding innovative programs which promote AIDS awareness and prevention education, as well as providing financial support for care and services for those living with AIDS. Supporting and advocating for AIDS vaccine development which offers the best hope for reducing the spread of HIV.
UNTIL is committed to reinvesting over 88% of the proceeds from every sale back into the cause, so you can be assured your contribution is going toward the Fight Against HIV/AIDS.The jewelry ranges from their signature unisex cuff available in all metals, to handmade African jewelry pieces. And all are priced from $5 to $150. You can see all of our product offerings here: https://store.until.org/jewelry.
Celebrities who’ve helped raise awareness include, but not limited to, Destiny’s Child (Beyonce, Michelle Williams, Kelly Rowland) Kristin Cavallari, Kevin Bacon, Mandy Moore, Adrienne Bailon, Vernon Davis and Eden Sassoon.
Website: https://www.until.org  Shop UNTIL: https://store.until.org/handmade  Twitter: https://twitter.com/UntilOrg  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/untilorg Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Until.Org  Donate: https://www.until.org/donate.html

The Future of Medicine is Now: Why one orthopedic surgeon is embracing telehealth

 
 
Dr. Richard Berger, M.D., a world-renowned orthopedic surgeon at Midwest Orthopedics at Rush and assistant professor at Rush University Medical Center, Chicago joins eHealth Radio and the Orthopedic & Tele-medicine Channels. The pioneer of a minimally invasive technique, Dr. Berger was the first in the world to perform outpatient hip and knee replacement surgery and has done over 12,000 surgeries -- more than any other surgeon.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Dr. Richard Berger discuss the following:
Can you tell us about your background? What got you started in orthopedics? What makes your approach to joint replacement unique? Who are the patients that you are normally seeing?
During the pandemic, many physicians quickly pivoted to tele-health to continue seeing patients. Can you discuss this shift how it has affected your work with patients?
Would you say that tele-health has allowed you to interact with patients in ways that you could not previously?
How has tele-health led to greater convenience for your patients?
Do you think that embracing tele-health during the pandemic led to greater success for you and your patients? Is Tele-health here to stay?
Richard Berger, M.D., is a world-renowned orthopedic surgeon at Midwest Orthopedics at Rush and assistant professor at Rush University Medical Center, Chicago. He pioneered a minimally invasive hip and knee replacement that allows for a quicker and less painful recovery than traditional joint replacement. He also was the first in the world to perform outpatient hip and knee replacement surgery and has done over 12,000 surgeries -- more than any other surgeon. Patients come from all the world to have surgery from Dr. Berger, and they include elite athletes, politicians and celebrities.
 
Website: https://outpatienthipandknee.com
Social Media Links: Facebook: facebook.com/DrRichardBerger  Instagram: instagram.com/drrichardberger  Twitter: @DrRichBerger 

Stress Management with Kerrie Denton

 
 
Kerrie Denton from Sydney Australia who is an International Speaker, Health Coach and Published Author again joins eHealth Radio and the Health & Wellness Coaching Channel. She has her own online health coaching business and has created her own personal development tool kits which are in global demand.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Kerrie Denton discuss the following:
We have all heard of stress, but how would you describe what stress actually is?
What are some of the signs that we may be suffering from too much stress?
Can you give us some practical coping strategies that we can implement into our daily lives?
How does healthy eating and physical exercise help when you are suffering from stress?
What are your best tips for stress management?
Kerrie Denton is an International Speaker, TV Personality and Published Author. She has over 25 years of experience working in Women's Health and specializes in personal development and preventative health care. Kerrie is also an International Certified Master NLP Practitioner and is most passionate about promoting the importance of mental health.
 
 
Website: kerriedenton.com.au
Social Media Links: Facebook: facebook.com/motivation2conquer  Instagram: instagram.com/motivation2conquer
The beliefs, 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.

Reinventing Financial Navigation

 
 
Srulik Dvorsky, the CEO and Co-founder of TailorMed, a leading financial navigation technology company that helps patients remove financial barriers to care joins eHealth Radio and the Health News Channel.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Srulik Dvorsky discuss the following:
What is TailorMed and what was the driving force behind founding the company?
What unique need is TailorMed solving for patients and for health systems?
What is the importance of price transparency in healthcare for the patient? For a health system?
How is TailorMed improving patient experience?
What is TailorMed doing to fight inequities in healthcare and level the playing field?
How has the patient's financial burden impacted providers, particularly at a time when COVID-19 has led to a drop in patient volume?
Srulik Dvorsky is the co-founder and CEO of TailorMed, the leading financial navigation technology company that helps patients and healthcare providers remove financial barriers to care. After serving as the primary caretaker for several family members following a cancer diagnosis, he started TailorMed with a personal mission to leverage technology to remove barriers to care. He brings to the company more than a decade of experience in the medical device industry.
 
Website: https://tailormed.co
Social Media Links: Facebook: facebook.com/TailorMed.co   Instagram: instagram.com/tailormed.co

Taking Beauty Beyond Skin Deep

 
 
Rachel Warnock, lead herbalist and Founder of Vedic Botanicals, the formularian behind a serum with an SPF value, an alkaline toner, and a germ-killing hand hand balm joins eHealth Radio and the Health News and Skin Care Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Rachel Warnock discuss the following:
Tell us about your background and how you became an herbalist?
What exactly is Ayurveda?
Tell us some of your favorite ingredients to use.
I know you like to use lesser known herbs, what's one of the most obscure herbs you use?
What's your approach to formulating your products?
Rachel Warnock holds her Master's Degree in Ayurvedic Medicine, a 5,000 year old system of health and wellness native to India. After years of working in private practice and teaching, she began offering her product formulations at large, rather than just to her clients. Her products are herb-based, and aim to nourish the body through the skin, delivering more than your average skin care products.
Prior to creating the Vedic Botanicals herbal body care line, she consulted at Froedtert Hospital in Milwaukee, taught at the University of Wisconsin-Waukesha, and led her own private practice. She graduated top-of-class in patient care, takes great pride in crafting effective products.
 
 
Website: YourVedicBotanicals.com
Social Media Links: Facebook: @VedicBotanicalsTikTok: @VedicBotanicals Instagram: @VedicBotanicals
The beliefs, 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.

Hero: The Digital Caregiver

 
 
Michal Levin, VP of Product at Hero, the IoT-connected device that automatically dispenses medication when you need it joins eHealth Radio and the Health News and Technology Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Michal Levin discuss the following:
Can you introduce yourself, past companies you’ve worked at and describe your role at Hero?
Can you tell our listeners more about how Hero was created?
How does Hero address the pain points of medication mismanagement?
What are some steps that the healthcare industry can improve and reduce medication mismanagement?
Each year, medication mismanagement costs the American health care system nearly $300 billion, is there anything that the government can do to make this more of a pressing issue?
What’s in store for Hero in the next 60 days, 6-months, year?
Michal Levin is the VP of Product at Hero, aiming to help people manage their health better, and live their lives to the fullest. She is passionate about solving hard problems that make a difference in people’s lives, and over her career of more than 15 years has led UX and product across Google, Verily Life Sciences, Zoox, modu and more. She authored the book "Designing Multi-Device Experiences'' (O'Reilly Media) and several other publications, mentored dozens of startups, and spoke at local and global conferences. Michal is also the mom of two toddlers, an avid audible listener and a big fan of live music shows.
 
 
Website: https://herohealth.com

Emotional Fitness & Wellbeing with Kerrie Denton

 
 
Kerrie Denton from Sydney Australia who is an International Speaker, Health Coach and Published Author joins eHealth Radio and the Health & Wellness Coaching Channel. She has her own online health coaching business and has created her own personal development tool kits which are in global demand.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Kerrie Denton discuss the following:
You are a Women's Health Practitioner and Mindset Mentor. Can I ask how the two can work together successfully?
I see you are passionate about Health Literacy. Why is this important to you?
You work a lot mentoring women as to how to achieve and maintain positive energy. Your process is based on holistic health care. Could you please explain this?
How does Positive Psychology influence health outcomes?
Could you please give us 3 tips as to how to develop that unbreakable mindset?
Kerrie Denton is an International Speaker, TV Personality and Published Author. She has over 25 years of experience working in Women's Health and specializes in personal development and preventative health care. Kerrie is also an International Certified Master NLP Practitioner and is most passionate about promoting the importance of mental health.
 
 
Website: kerriedenton.com.au
Social Media Links: Facebook: facebook.com/motivation2conquer  Instagram: instagram.com/motivation2conquer
The beliefs, 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.

Servicon, elevating the cleaning industry by provide healthy environments

 
 
Laurie Sewell, President and CEO of Servicon, a leading environmental, custodial and maintenance company located in Southern California joins eHealth Radio and the Health News Channel.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Laurie Sewell discuss the following:
Tell us about Servicon and its mission.
How has Servicon as an EVS leader helped in the fight against COVID?
How does Servicon prepare its custodian technicians to do their jobs optimally and in the best interests of society?
How is Servicon a critical partner in healthcare?
How does Servicon help hospitals?
What are Servicon’s top priorities for the next 12 months?
Laurie Sewell is President and CEO of Servicon, a provider of exemplary custodial, environmental, and maintenance services for complex facilities.
Servicon partners with Fortune 500 companies in the healthcare, aerospace, manufacturing, commercial real estate, municipal and entertainment industries. Their purpose is to elevate the industry and provide healthy environments for people to thrive.
Considered a disrupter in an industry steeped in tradition, Sewell is shifting the focus from conventional concepts of custodial services to those that are driving wellness, sustainability, new analytics and employee engagement with innovative technologies and training.
At the helm of a diverse workforce of over 1,800 employees, Sewell is passionate about the concept that profit should be achieved through the focus on talent development at all levels of an organization.
Sewell has held positions on international, advisory and editorial boards in her industry. She was also a stakeholder in the development of the GS-42 Green Seal standard. She holds a MA in Organizational Behavior and operates her business under the belief that “it is always about the people.”
Servicon’s five decades of success is due to the alignment of their unique corporate culture with their strategy. They have succeeded in doing well by doing the right thing for all people involved.
 
 
Website: www.servicon.com
Social Media Links: Facebook: facebook.com/ServiconSystemsCAJanitorial Twitter: twitter.com/Servicon

Stuff About Feet: The Truth About Orthotics and More with Dr. Colin Dombroski

 
 
Dr. Colin Dombroski, a Canadian Certified Pedorthist, Founder and CEO of SoleScience: orthotics clinic + retail footwear, and bestselling author of The Foot Strength Plan and The Plantar Fasciitis Plan joins eHealth Radio and the Foot Health and Health News Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Dr. Colin Dombroski discuss the following:
What is a Certified Pedorthist?
Is going barefoot good or bad? Do we need shoes?
What’s the best shoe on the market?
What is the relationship between footwear and pain?
What are orthotics? Do they really work? Does everyone need orthotics?
What can I do to keep my feet healthy and strong?
Colin AKA, Dr. Colin, the Foot guy, or, for some reason he still can’t understand, his daughter calls him “stinky ponco”. He’s a husband, father, foot specialist of 20 years, author, researcher and opinionated out the wazoo. He helps people get back on their feet. From badass Olympians to octogenarians with arthritis, he’s the guy that gets them better. Bold? You bet!
How, you ask? We figure out your puzzle. He works in the world of shoes, orthotics, rehab, and range (doesn’t that sound exciting?!). His special ninja skill is finding out the things you need AND being your passionate advocate to get them.
Looking for one-size catch-alls? Turn around right now. You won’t find any “Pronation is all in your hips or everyone needs orthotics” nonsense here. What you will find is a reasoned approach to your individual situation. Agree? Disagree? Let’s discuss!
Dr. Colin Dombroski, PhD has helped tens of thousands of people back on their feet as Canada’s only Canadian-certified pedorthist with a PhD in Health and Rehabilitation Science. Dr. Dombroski also serves as an adjunct research professor at Western University in London, Ontario, Canada.
 
 
Websites: (Free mini-course and supplementary resources) stuffaboutfeet.com(Clinic page) https://www.solescience.ca (Amazon author page) http://bit.ly/CDauthor
Social Media Links: Facebook (Stuff About Feet) facebook.com/stuffaboutfeet  Facebook (SoleScience) facebook.com/SoleScience  Instagram (SoleScience) instagram.com/solescience