Docs in a Pod presented by WellMed

The importance of getting vaccinated

Everyone including older adults need their vaccinations. Dr. Sarah Gardner from USMD Richland Hills covers which shots you need and why, including dispelling some common misconceptions.

Know Your Nurse: An introduction

Tomika Sanchez, Clinical Programs Special Projects RN joins Ron Aaron to talk about her 20-years as a registered nurse, why nurses are so important and why she loves her career.

Seniors, know your feet! With Cory Wallace DPM

Cory Wallace, DPM , WellMed Specialists for Health - Podiatry, provides expert information to seniors and others on what they should know to keep feet healthy.

Risky business -- older adults in the hospital with NP Dziuk

Hospitalizations, depression and chronic diseases pose special risks to older people. Hosts NP Cora Dziuk and Ron Aaron discuss why older adults are more at risk during a hospital stay.

Finasteride and your prostate – what you should know with Dr. Ian Thompson

Dr. Ian Thompson, president, CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital – Medical Center and lead researcher discusses a study of men with prostate disease and the prescription medication Finasteride.

Too old to exercise? Think again! with Andrew Morgan, PT, DPT

Andrew Morgan, PT, DPT, Director of Therapy Services for Homecare Dimensions, discusses why it’s important to keep moving at every age.

Germ Warfare, Fighting Off Illness

NP Cora Dziuk discusses the ins and outs of strengthening your immune system.

Life Changes For Fighting Obesity With Tamika Perry DO

Dr. Tamika Perry from WellMed at Redbird Square dives into obesity, its consequences and why it’s so difficult to lose weight in our society.

Treating chronic pain: Help and hope with Greg Brown, MD

Millions of Americans struggle with chronic pain, including many who are 65 and over. Dr. Greg Brown from WellMed at Seguin discusses chronic pain and various ways to treat it before taking opioid medications.

The Harm Of Self -Medicating With Alcohol And Other Drugs

People with chronic pain often turn to alcohol or other medications to self-medicate. Dr. Robin Eickhoff, WellMed Medical Director and provider talks with host Ron Aaron about the danger that poses to older adults.