Northwestern Medicine PodTalk

Northwestern Medicine

Northwestern Medicine Pod Talk—Discussing the latest in wide range of healthcare topics from renown Northwestern Medicine experts.

  1. 05/03/2021

    Silent and Possibly Deadly - Atrial Fibrillation and Stroke

    Dr. Rod Passman, a leading researcher into the connection between atrial fibrillation and stroke, shares the latest research and treatment options and the best ways to get this condition under control to reduce the risk of stroke.

  2. 02/16/2021

    High Cholesterol: Is It My Lifestyle Or My Genes

    High blood cholesterol is one of the major risk factors for heart and vascular disease. Robert Nierzwicki, MD, cardiologist at Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage and Delnor Hospitals, discusses the lifestyle and genetic factors that impact cholesterol and other fats in the blood, as well as how genetic testing can impact treatment.

  3. 07/15/2019

    Inappropriate Laughing or Crying: A Lesser-Known Side Effect of Stroke

    Dr. Benjamin Nager explains what the pseudobulbar affect is, how common it is, how it affects a patient and their family, and treatment options available.

  4. 06/21/2019

    Latest Advances in Stroke Care

    Dr. Ilana Ruff Treiber discusses the F.A.S.T warning signs of a stroke, the importance of receiving treatment after suffering a stroke and the different treatment options available.

  5. 05/13/2019

    Stroke Rehabilitation: Regaining Independence and Improving Quality of Life After a Stroke

    Dr. Sara Padalik shares when stroke rehabilitation will begin, the types of treatments offered, if a patient will fully recover, and some of the challenges a stroke patient may face.

  6. 05/03/2019

    What Every Woman Needs to Know About Gestational Diabetes

    Gestational diabetes is on the rise with pregnant women and a balanced diet and exercise are not the only way to ward off the condition. Hear from two leading experts, Dr. Szmuilowicz, and Dr. Metzger in gestational diabetes about how you can lower your risk and keep you and your baby healthy.

  7. 04/25/2019

    Knee Pain: Diagnosing and Treating Cartilage Damage

    Dr. Brian Chielli discusses the symptoms of cartilage damage in the knee, and the many non-operative treatments options available to restore function and reduce pain.

  8. 04/25/2019

    Stroke: Reduce Risk and Spot Symptoms Quickly

    Stroke is the No. 5 cause of death and leading cause of disability in the United States. Stroke Education Coordinator Ryan Keiler shares warning signs of a stroke, prevention tips, and risk factors.

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Northwestern Medicine Pod Talk—Discussing the latest in wide range of healthcare topics from renown Northwestern Medicine experts.

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  • Creator
    Northwestern Medicine
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2021
  • Episodes
    15
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Northwestern Medicine
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    Northwestern Medicine PodTalk