20-Minute Health Talk

Northwell Health
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Northwell Health cares for more than any other health care provider in New York. Hear from their experts -- some of the brightest minds in health care breaking down the latest news and developments.

  1. 6D AGO

    Overcoming addiction: Wellbridge's innovative approach to recovery, Part 2

    The recovery conversation continues between 20-Minute Health Talk host Sandra Lindsay and Andrew Drazan, founder and CEO of Wellbridge, and Edmond Hakimi, DO, its medical director. They discuss the long road recovery can take and how relapses are a natural part of the recovery process. They also explore the different paths to recovery that Wellbridge can tailor to their patients' needs; why removing the moral stigma of addiction is so critical to finding addiction solutions; what it was like to launch Wellbridge during Covid, and much more. This is Part 2 of this series. Listen to Part 1 About Northwell Health Northwell Health is New York State’s largest healthcare provider and private employer, with 21 hospitals, 850 outpatient facilities and more than 16,600 affiliated physicians. We’re making breakthroughs in medicine at the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research. We're training the next generation of medical professionals at the visionary Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell and the Hofstra Northwell School of Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies. For information on our more than 100 medical specialties, visit Northwell.edu and follow us @NorthwellHealth on Facebook, Instagram, X and LinkedIn. Get the latest news and insights from our experts in the Northwell Newsroom: Press releases Insights Podcasts Publications Interested in a career at Northwell Health? Visit http://bit.ly/2Z7iHFL and explore our many opportunities. Get more expert insights from leading experts in the field — Northwell Newsroom.  Watch episodes of 20-Minute Health Talk on YouTube.  For information on our more than 100 medical specialties, visit Northwell.edu and follow us @NorthwellHealth on Facebook, Instagram, X and LinkedIn. Interested in a career at Northwell Health? Visit http://bit.ly/2Z7iHFL and explore our many opportunities.   Facebook –   / northwellhealth   Instagram -   / northwellhealth   X - https://www.x.com/northwellhealth LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin/northwellhealth This is Part 2 of this series. Listen to Part 1 About Northwell Health Northwell Health is New York State’s largest healthcare provider and private employer, with 21 hospitals, 850 outpatient facilities and more than 16,600 affiliated physicians. We’re making breakthroughs in medicine at the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research. We're training the next generation of medical professionals at the visionary Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell and the Hofstra Northwell School of Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies. For information on our more than 100 medical specialties, visit Northwell.edu and follow us @NorthwellHealth on Facebook, Instagram, X and LinkedIn. Get the latest news and insights from our experts in the Northwell Newsroom: Press releases Insights Podcasts Publications Interested in a career at Northwell Health? Visit http://bit.ly/2Z7iHFL and explore our many opportunities. Get more expert insights from leading experts in the field — Northwell Newsroom.  Watch episodes of 20-Minute Health Talk on YouTube.  For information on our more than 100 medical specialties, visit Northwell.edu and follow us @NorthwellHealth on Facebook, Instagram, X and LinkedIn. Interested in a career at Northwell Health? Visit http://bit.ly/2Z7iHFL and explore our many opportunities.   Facebook –   / northwellhealth   Instagram -   / northwellhealth   X - https://www.x.com/northwellhealth LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin/northwellhealth

    22 min

  2. DEC 10

    Overcoming addiction: Wellbridge's innovative approach to recovery

    In this episode of 20-Minute Health Talk, host Sandra Lindsay explores the complex landscape of addiction and recovery with Andrew Drazan, founder and CEO of Wellbridge, and Edmond Hakimi, DO, its medical director. Journey through Drazan's personal history and the inspiration behind Long Island’s premier treatment center. Discover the science behind addiction as Dr. Hakimi explains how genetic, environmental, and neurological factors interact to fuel substance use disorders. Learn about Wellbridge's holistic approach to individualized care, blending medical expertise with therapeutic activities like art and exercise to help patients build a sustainable recovery path.  About Northwell Health Northwell Health is New York State’s largest healthcare provider and private employer, with 28 hospitals, 890 outpatient facilities and more than 16,600 affiliated physicians. We’re making breakthroughs in medicine at the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research. We're training the next generation of medical professionals at the visionary Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell and the Hofstra Northwell School of Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies. For information on our more than 100 medical specialties, visit Northwell.edu and follow us @NorthwellHealth on Facebook, Instagram, X and LinkedIn. Get the latest news and insights from our experts in the Northwell Newsroom: Press releases Insights Podcasts Publications Interested in a career at Northwell Health? Visit http://bit.ly/2Z7iHFL and explore our many opportunities. Get more expert insights from leading experts in the field — Northwell Newsroom.  Watch episodes of 20-Minute Health Talk on YouTube.  For information on our more than 100 medical specialties, visit Northwell.edu and follow us @NorthwellHealth on Facebook, Instagram, X and LinkedIn. Interested in a career at Northwell Health? Visit the health system's job portal and explore our many opportunities.

    22 min

  3. DEC 4

    Breaking the silence: Speaking to survivors of prostate cancer

    In this bonus episode of 20-Minute Health Talk, host Sandra Lindsay speaks with filmmaker Richard LaRochelle, who also works with Northwell's community health program. LaRochelle filmed a conversation with four prostate cancer survivors, including former New York Knicks player Allan Houston, with the goal of raising awareness about prostate cancer among the black community. LaRochelle shares his experience in making the short film and what he hopes audiences will learn from the men's experiences.  View The Unspoken Truth: A Dialogue on Prostate Cancer Among Black Men. This bonus episode is Part 4 of this series. Listen to Part 1  Listen to Part 2  Listen to Part 3 About Northwell Health Northwell Health is New York State’s largest healthcare provider and private employer, with 21 hospitals, 850 outpatient facilities and more than 16,600 affiliated physicians. We’re making breakthroughs in medicine at the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research. We're training the next generation of medical professionals at the visionary Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell and the Hofstra Northwell School of Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies. For information on our more than 100 medical specialties, visit Northwell.edu and follow us @NorthwellHealth on Facebook, Instagram, X and LinkedIn. Get the latest news and insights from our experts in the Northwell Newsroom: Press releases Insights Podcasts Publications Interested in a career at Northwell Health? Visit http://bit.ly/2Z7iHFL and explore our many opportunities. Get more expert insights from leading experts in the field — Northwell Newsroom.  Watch episodes of 20-Minute Health Talk on YouTube.  For information on our more than 100 medical specialties, visit Northwell.edu and follow us @NorthwellHealth on Facebook, Instagram, X and LinkedIn. Interested in a career at Northwell Health? Visit http://bit.ly/2Z7iHFL and explore our many opportunities.   Facebook –   / northwellhealth   Instagram -   / northwellhealth   X - https://www.x.com/northwellhealth LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin/northwellhealth

    13 min

  4. DEC 3

    Strength in partnership: Navigating prostate cancer as a spouse

    In this episode of 20 Minute Health Talk, host Sandra Lindsay delves into the emotional journey of prostate cancer from the unique perspectives of supportive partners. Joining her are two remarkable women, Mary Hillery and Tamara Houston, who share their experiences as caregivers alongside their husbands, prostate cancer survivors Tony Hillery and former New York Knicks player Allan Houston. Mary Hillery, a human resources expert, offers insights on resilience and caregiving. Tamara Houston, an educator and advocate for youth empowerment, speaks on the power of faith and familial support in challenging times.  This is Part 3 of this series. Listen to Part 1  Listen to Part 2  About Northwell Health Northwell Health is New York State’s largest healthcare provider and private employer, with 21 hospitals, 850 outpatient facilities and more than 16,600 affiliated physicians. We’re making breakthroughs in medicine at the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research. We're training the next generation of medical professionals at the visionary Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell and the Hofstra Northwell School of Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies. For information on our more than 100 medical specialties, visit Northwell.edu and follow us @NorthwellHealth on Facebook, Instagram, X and LinkedIn. Get the latest news and insights from our experts in the Northwell Newsroom: Press releases Insights Podcasts Publications Interested in a career at Northwell Health? Visit http://bit.ly/2Z7iHFL and explore our many opportunities. Get more expert insights from leading experts in the field — Northwell Newsroom.  Watch episodes of 20-Minute Health Talk on YouTube.  For information on our more than 100 medical specialties, visit Northwell.edu and follow us @NorthwellHealth on Facebook, Instagram, X and LinkedIn. Interested in a career at Northwell Health? Visit http://bit.ly/2Z7iHFL and explore our many opportunities.   Facebook –   / northwellhealth   Instagram -   / northwellhealth   X - https://www.x.com/northwellhealth LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin/northwellhealth

    23 min

  5. NOV 18

    Learning from experience: A prostate cancer survivor's journey

    In the second episode of our prostate cancer series, host Sandra Lindsay explores the personal and medical sides of a prostate cancer journey. Joining the conversation is Mitchell Cornet, Northwell’s vice president for Community and Strategic Partnerships, who shares his firsthand experience navigating prostate cancer from diagnosis to recovery. Alongside him is Samir Taneja, MD, a respected authority in urological care, providing expert insights into the medical aspects of the disease. Together, they connect the personal with the scientific, highlighting the importance of shared knowledge and advocacy. Tune in to hear Mitch’s empowering story and learn from Dr. Taneja’s expertise, as they enlighten and inspire those affected by prostate cancer. This is Part 2 of this series. Listen to Part 1 About Northwell Health Northwell Health is New York State’s largest healthcare provider and private employer, with 21 hospitals, 850 outpatient facilities and more than 16,600 affiliated physicians. We’re making breakthroughs in medicine at the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research. We're training the next generation of medical professionals at the visionary Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell and the Hofstra Northwell School of Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies. For information on our more than 100 medical specialties, visit Northwell.edu and follow us @NorthwellHealth on Facebook, Instagram, X and LinkedIn. Get the latest news and insights from our experts in the Northwell Newsroom: Press releases Insights Podcasts Publications Interested in a career at Northwell Health? Visit http://bit.ly/2Z7iHFL and explore our many opportunities. Get more expert insights from leading experts in the field — Northwell Newsroom.  Watch episodes of 20-Minute Health Talk on YouTube.  For information on our more than 100 medical specialties, visit Northwell.edu and follow us @NorthwellHealth on Facebook, Instagram, X and LinkedIn. Interested in a career at Northwell Health? Visit http://bit.ly/2Z7iHFL and explore our many opportunities.   Facebook –   / northwellhealth   Instagram -   / northwellhealth   X - https://www.x.com/northwellhealth LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin/northwellhealth

    20 min

  6. NOV 12

    Not your father’s prostate cancer: How screening, biopsy and treatment are changing for the better

    Prostate cancer deaths have been climbing over the last decade in part due to confusion over who should be screened and treated. In part 1 of a three-part series on prostate cancer, host Sandra Lindsay speaks with Samir Taneja, MD, a trailblazer in urologic cancer innovation, to explore how modern diagnostics and treatments, such as the groundbreaking use of MRI technology, are transforming patient outcomes. As Northwell's senior vice president and system chair of urology, Dr. Taneja provides invaluable insights into the shifting landscape of prostate cancer care and the critical importance of early detection. Tune in to understand the vital steps needed to increase awareness and save lives. About Northwell Health Northwell Health is New York State’s largest healthcare provider and private employer, with 21 hospitals, 850 outpatient facilities and more than 16,600 affiliated physicians. We’re making breakthroughs in medicine at the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research. We're training the next generation of medical professionals at the visionary Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell and the Hofstra Northwell School of Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies. For information on our more than 100 medical specialties, visit Northwell.edu and follow us @NorthwellHealth on Facebook, Instagram, X and LinkedIn. Get the latest news and insights from our experts in the Northwell Newsroom: Press releases Insights Podcasts Publications Interested in a career at Northwell Health? Visit http://bit.ly/2Z7iHFL and explore our many opportunities. Get more expert insights from leading experts in the field — Northwell Newsroom.  Watch episodes of 20-Minute Health Talk on YouTube.  For information on our more than 100 medical specialties, visit Northwell.edu and follow us @NorthwellHealth on Facebook, Instagram, X and LinkedIn. Interested in a career at Northwell Health? Visit the health system's job portal and explore our many opportunities.

    20 min

  7. NOV 5

    John D’Angelo, MD, Northwell’s new CEO on leading through healthcare’s hardest hour: Part 2

    In part 2 of their conversation, newly appointed president and CEO, John D’Angelo, MD, and Northwell Health’s 20-Minute Health Talk host Chethan Sathya, MD, discuss the challenges health care professionals face on the job, the difficulties for health systems such as Northwell and what it takes to lead in medicine’s most challenging moment. From confronting misinformation to reimagining how we deliver care, Dr. D’Angelo presents his vision for Northwell while reflecting on his journey from emergency physician to health system CEO — and why the path forward demands courage, clarity, and change. Read more about this podcast.  Watch episodes of 20-Minute Health Talk on YouTube.  For information on our more than 100 medical specialties, visit Northwell.edu and follow us @NorthwellHealth on Facebook, Instagram, X and LinkedIn. Interested in a career at Northwell Health? Visit http://bit.ly/2Z7iHFL and explore our many opportunities.   Facebook –   / northwellhealth   Instagram -   / northwellhealth   X - https://www.x.com/northwellhealth LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin/northwellhealth

    20 min

  8. OCT 29

    John D’Angelo, MD, Northwell’s new CEO on leading through healthcare’s hardest hour: Part 1

    As public trust wavers and questions about care arise, newly appointed president and CEO, John D’Angelo, MD, sits down with Northwell Health’s 20-Minute Health Talk host Chethan Sathya, MD, for a raw conversation about what it means to lead in medicine’s most challenging moment. From confronting misinformation to reimagining how we deliver care, Dr. D’Angelo explains his vision for Northwell and reflects on his journey from emergency physician to health system CEO — and why the path forward demands courage, clarity, and change. Read more about this podcast.  Watch episodes of 20-Minute Health Talk on YouTube.  For information on our more than 100 medical specialties, visit Northwell.edu and follow us @NorthwellHealth on Facebook, Instagram, X and LinkedIn. Interested in a career at Northwell Health? Visit http://bit.ly/2Z7iHFL and explore our many opportunities.   Facebook –   / northwellhealth   Instagram -   / northwellhealth   X - https://www.x.com/northwellhealth LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin/northwellhealth

    21 min
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Northwell Health cares for more than any other health care provider in New York. Hear from their experts -- some of the brightest minds in health care breaking down the latest news and developments.

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  • Creator
    Northwell Health
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    195
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