Docs in a Pod presented by WellMed

Winter Preparedness

Are you ready for the winter months? Need to know what you should have in your winter preparedness kit? Robert Streck, MD, FACP from USMD West Plano, Texas shares how to transition for the winter and the must-have essentials you need.

Tune in to this Docs in Pod with Ron Aaron and Desarea Murray, NP from WellMed at Live Oak.

 

Listen to the podcast by searching for “Docs in a Pod” on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Pandora, Podbean and Stitcher. 

Docs in a Pod focuses on health issues affecting adults. Clinicians and other health partners discuss stories, topics and tips to help you live healthier. Docs in a Pod airs on Saturdays in the following cities: 

7:00 to 7:30 am CT: 

San Antonio (930 AM The Answer) 

DFW (660 AM, 92.9 FM [Dallas], 95.5 FM [Arlington], 99.9 FM [Fort Worth]) 

6:30 to 7:00 pm CT: 

Houston (1070 AM/103.3 FM The Answer) 

7:00 to 7:30 pm CT: 

Austin (KLBJ 590 AM/99.7 FM) 

Docs in a Pod also airs on Sundays in the following cities: 

1:00-1:30 pm ET: 

Tampa (860 AM/93.7FM) 

Sarcopenia and the importance of maintaining skeletal muscle in older adults

What is sarcopenia and is it life-threatening? Edwin Davila, DO, MS, CISSN, ACSM-CEP, from WellMed at SW Military in San Antonio, Texas explains the importance of maintaining skeletal muscle mass in older adults. Tune in to this Docs in Pod with Ron Aaron and Desarea Murray, NP from WellMed at Live Oak.

 

Listen to the podcast by searching for “Docs in a Pod” on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Pandora, Podbean and Stitcher. 

Docs in a Pod focuses on health issues affecting adults. Clinicians and other health partners discuss stories, topics and tips to help you live healthier. Docs in a Pod airs on Saturdays in the following cities: 

7:00 to 7:30 am CT: 

San Antonio (930 AM The Answer) 

DFW (660 AM, 92.9 FM [Dallas], 95.5 FM [Arlington], 99.9 FM [Fort Worth]) 

6:30 to 7:00 pm CT: 

Houston (1070 AM/103.3 FM The Answer) 

7:00 to 7:30 pm CT: 

Austin (KLBJ 590 AM/99.7 FM) 

Docs in a Pod also airs on Sundays in the following cities: 

1:00-1:30 pm ET: 

Tampa (860 AM/93.7FM) 

What is a blood clot?

Do you know exactly what blood clots are and how they affect your body? Dr. Rajay Seudath from Optum - University explains the symptoms of a blood clot and when to seek medical attention.

Tune in with co-hosts Ron Aaron in this episode of Docs in a Pod.

Listen to the podcast by searching for “Docs in a Pod” on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Pandora, Podbean and Stitcher. 

Docs in a Pod focuses on health issues affecting adults. Clinicians and other health partners discuss stories, topics and tips to help you live healthier. Docs in a Pod airs on Saturdays in the following cities: 

7:00 to 7:30 am CT: 

San Antonio (930 AM The Answer) 

DFW (660 AM, 92.9 FM [Dallas], 95.5 FM [Arlington], 99.9 FM [Fort Worth]) 

6:30 to 7:00 pm CT: 

Houston (1070 AM/103.3 FM The Answer) 

7:00 to 7:30 pm CT: 

Austin (KLBJ 590 AM/99.7 FM) 

Docs in a Pod also airs on Sundays in the following cities: 

1:00-1:30 pm ET: 

Tampa (860 AM/93.7FM) 

Understanding Breast Cancer Awareness Month

The month of October is Breast Cancer Awareness, a time to raise awareness and encourage preventative mammograms for women and men. Brooke Mobley, DO, MBA, associate medical director of Post Acute Care Optum Care of Florida will provide insight into understanding breast cancer and why breast cancer awareness is important.

Tune in with co-hosts Ron Aaron and Dr. Rajay Seudath from Optum – University.

Listen to the podcast by searching for “Docs in a Pod” on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Pandora, Podbean and Stitcher. 

Docs in a Pod focuses on health issues affecting adults. Clinicians and other health partners discuss stories, topics and tips to help you live healthier. Docs in a Pod airs on Saturdays in the following cities: 

7:00 to 7:30 am CT: 

San Antonio (930 AM The Answer) 

DFW (660 AM, 92.9 FM [Dallas], 95.5 FM [Arlington], 99.9 FM [Fort Worth]) 

6:30 to 7:00 pm CT: 

Houston (1070 AM/103.3 FM The Answer) 

7:00 to 7:30 pm CT: 

Austin (KLBJ 590 AM/99.7 FM) 

Docs in a Pod also airs on Sundays in the following cities: 

1:00-1:30 pm ET: 

Tampa (860 AM/93.7FM) 

 

Are you getting enough sleep?

How many hours of sleep do you need to maintain health and wellness? Dr. Ricardo Pedraza, Jr. from WellMed at Pecan Valley shares tips on how to develop a routine schedule for getting the best sleep.  

Tune in with host Gina Galaviz and Dr. Rajay Seudath from Optum - University on this episode of Docs in a Pod. 

You can find Docs in a Pod on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Pandora, Podbean, and Stitcher. 

Docs in a Pod focuses on health issues affecting older adults. Clinicians and partners discuss stories, topics, and tips to help you live a healthier life. 

  

7:00 to 7:30 am CT:  

San Antonio (930 AM The Answer)  

DFW (660 AM, 92.9 FM [Dallas], 95.5 FM [Arlington], 99.9 FM [Fort Worth])  

6:30 to 7:00 pm CT:  

Houston (1070 AM/103.3 FM The Answer)  

7:00 to 7:30 pm CT:  

Austin (KLBJ 590 AM/99.7 FM)  

Docs in a Pod also airs on Sundays in the following cities:  

1:00-1:30 pm ET:  

Tampa (860 AM/93.7FM)  

A silent killer - have you checked your blood pressure lately?

Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, is a chronic medical condition that can lead to other health problems. Dr. Ahmad Kamal from Lakeview Healthcare System in Summerfield, Florida explains this potentially deadly health condition and way to reduce your chances of developing it. 

Tune in with host Gina Galaviz and Dr. Rajay Seudath from Optum - University on this episode of Docs in a Pod. 

You can find Docs in a Pod on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Pandora, Podbean, and Stitcher. 

Docs in a Pod focuses on health issues affecting older adults. Clinicians and partners discuss stories, topics, and tips to help you live healthier. 

  

Docs in a Pod airs on Saturdays in the following cities: 

7:00 to 7:30 am CT:  

San Antonio (930 AM The Answer)  

DFW (660 AM, 92.9 FM [Dallas], 95.5 FM [Arlington], 99.9 FM [Fort Worth])  

6:30 to 7:00 pm CT:  

Houston (1070 AM/103.3 FM The Answer)  

7:00 to 7:30 pm CT:  

Austin (KLBJ 590 AM/99.7 FM)  

Docs in a Pod also airs on Sundays in the following cities:  

1:00-1:30 pm ET:  

Tampa (860 AM/93.7FM)  

When Uncle “Arthritis” makes a visit

Do you wake up with achy joints or is your body stiff and sore? Tamika Perry, DO from WellMed at Redbird Square explained what happens when your “Uncle Arthritis” makes a visit. Tune in to this week’s Docs in a Pod with co-host Ron Aaron.  

Listen to the podcast by searching for “Docs in a Pod” on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Pandora, Podbean and Stitcher. 

Docs in a Pod focuses on health issues affecting adults. Clinicians and other health partners discuss stories, topics and tips to help you live healthier. Docs in a Pod airs on Saturdays in the following cities: 

7:00 to 7:30 am CT: 

San Antonio (930 AM The Answer) 

DFW (660 AM, 92.9 FM [Dallas], 95.5 FM [Arlington], 99.9 FM [Fort Worth]) 

6:30 to 7:00pm  CT: 

Houston (1070 AM/103.3 FM The Answer) 

7:00 to 7:30 pm CT: 

Austin (KLBJ 590 AM/99.7 FM) 

Docs in a Pod also airs on Sundays in the following cities: 

1:00-1:30 pm ET: 

Tampa (860 AM/93.7FM) 

  

The importance of getting your eyes checked

Have you had your eyes checked recently? Getting routine eye examinations is vital to maintaining proper vision. Marlene Chang-Brown, MD from WellMed at Mission discusses the benefits of having regular eye exams.  

Tune in with co-hosts Ron Aaron and Dr. Tamika Perry from WellMed at Redbird Square. 

Listen to the podcast by searching for “Docs in a Pod” on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Pandora, Podbean and Stitcher. 

Docs in a Pod focuses on health issues affecting adults. Clinicians and other health partners discuss stories, topics and tips to help you live healthier. Docs in a Pod airs on Saturdays in the following cities: 

7:00 to 7:30 am CT: 

San Antonio (930 AM The Answer) 

DFW (660 AM, 92.9 FM [Dallas], 95.5 FM [Arlington], 99.9 FM [Fort Worth]) 

6:30 to 7:00 pm CT: 

Houston (1070 AM/103.3 FM The Answer) 

7:00 to 7:30 pm CT: 

Austin (KLBJ 590 AM/99.7 FM) 

Docs in a Pod also airs on Sundays in the following cities: 

1:00-1:30 pm ET: 

Tampa (860 AM/93.7FM) 

The complex relationship between depression and dementia

Are your symptoms depression or dementia? Cognitive decline can play a huge role in the lives of older adults. Dr. Ruth Adell of USMD walks us through the early signs of dementia and strategies for better mental health care.

Tune in with host Ron Aaron and Gina Glaviez on this episode of Docs in a Pod. You can find Docs in a Pod on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Pandora, Podbean, and Stitcher.

Docs in a Pod focuses on health issues affecting older adults. Clinicians and health partners discuss stories, topics, and tips to help you live a healthier life.

Docs in a Pod airs on Saturdays in the following cities:

 

7:00 to 7:30 am CT:

San Antonio (930 AM The Answer)

DFW (660 AM, 92.9 FM) [Dallas], 95.5 FM [Arlington], 99.9 FM [Fort Worth]

 

6:30 to 7:00 pm CT:

Houston (1070 AM/103.3 FM The Answer)

 

7:00 to 7:30 pm CT:

Austin (KLBJ 590 AM/99.7 FM)

 

Docs in a Pod also airs on Sundays in the following cities:

1:00 to1:30 pm ET:

Tampa (860 AM/93.7FM)

Falls are no laughing matter

September is Fall Prevention Awareness Month. Listen in as Dr. Samantha Erb from Optum - Tyrone in St. Petersburg, Florida, discusses how to reduce the chances of you or a loved one falling.  

Tune in with host Ron Aaron and Gina Galaviz on this episode of Docs in a Pod.

You can find Docs in a Pod on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Pandora, Podbean, and Stitcher.

Docs in a Pod focuses on health issues affecting older adults. Clinicians and partners discuss stories, topics, and tips to help you live healthier.

 

Docs in a Pod airs on Saturdays in the following cities:

7:00 to 7:30 am CT:

San Antonio (930 AM The Answer)

DFW (660 AM, 92.9 FM) [Dallas], 95.5 FM [Arlington], 99.9 FM [Fort Worth]

6:30 to 7:00 pm CT:

Houston (1070 AM/103.3 FM The Answer)

7:00 to 7:30 pm CT:

Austin (KLBJ 590 AM/99.7 FM)

Docs in a Pod also airs on Sundays in the following cities:

1:00 to1:30 pm ET:

Tampa (860 AM/93.7FM)