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12.20.2011
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Shingles |
Allen W. Ditto, MD |
21:17
5.11 |
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| Shilgles |
12.13.2011
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Scleroderma |
Jayantilal Kadiwar, MD |
24:53
5.73 |
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| Dr. Jayantilal Kadiwar, a physician at the Wound Center, talks about sclerodema, a skin thickening disease that affects the skin and internal organs, and the benefit of hyperbaric oxygen treatments. |
12.6.2011
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Healthcare Reform |
Ray Grahe |
22:33
5.17 |
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| Ray Grahe, Chief Financial Officer at Meritus Medical Center, talks about healthcare reform and how the law effects the quality of healthcare, the expansion on care, the cost of care and other factors related to healthcare. |
11.29.2011
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Chronic Rhinitis |
Kirby Scott, MD |
21:05
5.06 |
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| Dr. Kirby Scott, a board-certified otolaryngologist at Central ENT Consultants in Hagerstown, talks about the signs and symptoms of chronic rhinitis, an inflammation of the nasal membrane. |
11.22.2011
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Cardiac Rehabilitation |
Pam Peitz |
24:30
5.64 |
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| Pam Peitz, program manager at Cardiac Rehabilitation at Meritus Medical Center, talks about the rehabilitation program and how cardiac rehab can help lower the risk of future heart problems. |
11.15.2011
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Diverticulitis |
Jerry L. Correces, MD |
24:14
5.82 |
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| Dr. Jerry Correces, a board-certified physician at Robinwood Medical Center, informs us about the symptoms and treatment of diverticulitis and diverticula, small bulging pouches in the intestines that become inflamed causing severe abdominal pain. |
11.1.2011
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Lipidemia - High Cholesterol |
Kia N. Tisdale, MD |
24:13
5.81 |
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| Dr. Kia Tisdale, board-certified physician at WillowWood Adult Medicine, talks about cholesterol levels and how lifestyle modification with exercise, diet and weight management can help control our low-density lipoprotein (LDL) bad cholesteril and increase our high-density lipoprotein (HDL) good cholesterol. |
10.25.2011
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Medication Assistance Center |
Audrey Miller |
24:31
5.64 |
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| Audrey Miller, program supervisor from the Medication Assistance Center, talks about the eligibility process that is necessary for Washington County citizens before they can receive medications at a reduced cost. |
10.18.2011
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Patient Advocate and Patient Bill of Rights |
Frederic Hirsch |
23:36
5.43 |
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| Frederic Hirsch, patient advocate at Meritus Medical Center, tells us that the patient advocate is always available to address patient concerns and assist in providing information and resources to the patient and family concerning their health care needs. |
10.11.2011
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Breast Cancer Awareness |
Carrie Starkey and DeDe Trapp, John R. Marsh Cancer Center |
23:06
5.55 |
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| Carrie Starkey, program coordinator at John R. Marsh Cancer Center, talks about the importance of early detection of breast cancer and the many programs available at the center, some with no charge, to the un-insured. |
10.4.2011
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Types of Bariatric Surgery |
Jeffrey M. Small, DO |
25:23
6.09 |
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| Dr. Jeffrey Small, Meritus Weight Loss Center, talks about the different types of bariatric surgery and the health factors to be considered before deciding on surgery. |
9.27.2011
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Prostate Cancer |
Dan Cornell, MD |
23:46
5.46 |
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| Dr. Dan Cornell, Director of Radiation Oncology at John R. Marsh Cancer Center, addresses the need of prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test which measures protein produced by prostate cells as one of the means in detecting prostate cancer. |
9.20.2011
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Foot Arch Collapse |
Lisa A. Price, DPM |
22:37
5.19 |
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| Dr. Lisa Price, a podiatrist and surgeon from Scotland Podiatric, talks about foot conditions which cause the arch of the foot to collapse. |
9.6.2011
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Pain Management |
Ehab Shalaby, MD |
24:49
5.72 |
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| Dr. Ehab Shalaby, a board-certified physician from Robinwood Pain Center, talks about types of pain, sources of pain, and the proper treatment of pain. |
8.30.2011
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Choosing a Daycare Provider |
Christy Lewis, Director, The Learning Center |
24:49
5.72 |
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| Christy Lewis, director, The Learing Center, talks about the programs at the center and also gives suggestions to parents when they are choosing a daycare provider. |
8.23.2011
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Fighting Obesity |
Matthew Hahn, MD |
24:05
5.78 |
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| Dr. Matthew Hahn, a board-certified physician from Hahn and Nelson Family Medicine in Hancock, tells us that obesity is a national epidemic and a leading cause of heart disease, diabetes and numerous other health risks. |
8.2.2011
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Procedural (Conscious) Sedation |
Stephen J. Kotch, MD |
23:08
5.55 |
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| Dr. Stephen Kotch, board-certified in emergency medicine at Meritus Medical Center, talks about procedural sedation, a mild sedation using medication and techniques to reduce anxiety during medical procedures. |
7.26.2011
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Regaining Health through Proper Nutrition |
Brandy Baxter |
24:30
5.64 |
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| Brandy Baxter, registered dietician at Meritus Medical Center, tells us that proper nutrition and exercise are the key elements to a healthy and active lifestyle. |
7.19.2011
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Women and Cardiac Disease |
Christopher Vaccari , MD |
25:14
6.06 |
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| Dr. Christopher Vaccari, a board-certified cardiologist at Hagerstown Heart, tells us that it is important to know all the risk factors of a heart attack because the signs and symptoms of a heart attack can be different in women. |
7.12.2011
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Sensory Loss |
Sarim R. Mir, MD |
26:58
6.23 |
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| Dr. Sarim R. Mir, a board-certified neurologist at Mir Neurology, talks about sensory loss, the decreased ability to respond to our senses which is a normal part of the aging process. |
7.5.2011
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The Annual Physical |
Tania Crussiah, Dr. |
23:14
5.58 |
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| Dr. Tania R. Crussiah, a board-certified physician at Williamsport Family Practice, talks about the importance of the annual physical. She tells us to be honest about our health concerns and why it is important to establish a good patient-doctor relationship. |
6.28.2011
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Volunteering at Meritus Medical Center |
Mitch Towe |
25:11
6.05 |
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| Mitch Towe, Director of Volunteer Services at Meritus Medicsl Center, talks about the various departments and service areas in which volunteers are involved at the hospital and Robinwood Professional Center. |
6.21.2011
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Choosing an In-home Caregiver |
Elise Cullen (Meritus Home Health) and Susan McDonald (Washington County Commission on Aging) |
25:25
6.1 |
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| Elise Culler, Administrative Director of Home Health at Meritus Health, and Susan MacDonald, Director of Washington County Commission on Aging, talk about resources available to help families with the many decisions involved when considering home health care. |
6.14.2011
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Food Poisoning |
Jerry L. Correces, MD |
27:49
6.44 |
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| Dr. Jerry Correces, a board-certified physician, talks about the causes, symptoms and prevention of foodborne illnesses. |
6.7.2011
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Shoulder Surgery |
Michael T. Stowell, MD |
23:09
5.56 |
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| Dr, Michael Stowell, a board-certified surgeon at Mid-Atlantic Orthopaedic Specialists, talks about the causes and treatment of shoulder pain and if required, the types of shoulder surgery available. |
5.31.2011
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Painful Joints |
Wayne Leadbetter, MD |
25:29
6.12 |
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| Dr. Wayne Leadbetter, a physician at Center for Joint Surgery and Sports Medicine, tells us that joint pain can be caused by arthritis, injuries or numerous other factors. Determining the cause of painful joints is most important in order to provide proper treatment. |
5.24.2011
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Autism: Early Diagnosis and Referral |
Albert J. Strauss, MD |
24:38
5.68 |
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| Dr. Albert Strauss, board-certified pediatrician at The Children's Doctor, talks about the importance of early diagnosis of autism so proper treatment can begin to help reverse the illness and improve the child's quality of life. |
5.17.2011
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Plastic Surgery after Massive Weight Loss |
Salvatore DiMercurio, MD |
28:46
6.67 |
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| Dr. Salvatore DiMercurio, a board-certified plastic surgeon with Cosmetic Plastic Surgery Center in Hagerstown, talks about body contouring surgery, a procedure performed following bariatric surgery or massive weight loss. |
5.10.2011
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Insomnia |
Shaheen Iqbal, MD |
23:03
5.53 |
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| Dr. Shaheen Iqbal, a board-certified pulmonologist with Pulmonary Consultants of Hagerstown, talks about insomnia, a sleep disorder in which an individual has difficulty falling asleep or trouble staying asleep. |
4.26.2011
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Caring for Newborns with Special Needs |
Traci Dougherty, RN |
24:46
5.7 |
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| Traci Dougherty, clinical manager at Meritus Medical Center's Special Care Nursery, tells us that babies and premature infants requiring specialized services and medical monitoring are treated and cared for in this family centered special nursery. |
4.19.2011
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Clinical-Spiritual Communications Program |
Dr. David Baker, Chaplain |
25:51
5.97 |
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| Dr. David Baker, chaplain at Meritus Medical Center, tells us that faith and spirituality empowers patients to deal with health issues in a positive manner. |
4.5.2011
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Psoriasis |
James Schiro, MD |
25:40
5.92 |
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| Dr. James Schiro, a board-certified dermatologist at Rumbarger & Schiro, PA, tells us that approximately 1% of people in the United States have psoriasis, a skin disorder characterized by patches of red itchy scales that may appear on any part of the skin. |
3.29.2011
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Corneal Transplant |
Sunil Thadani, MD |
26:34
6.14 |
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| Dr. Sunil Thadani, ophthalmologist at Bergman Eye Center, talks about corneal transplant, a surgical procedure where the damaged cornea is replaced with a healthy cornea. |
3.22.2011
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Diabetes Awareness |
Tim Higgins, Registered Dietitian |
25:02
6.01 |
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| Tim Higgins and Laurie Sandberg, diabetes educators from Meritus Endocrine, Nutrition and Diabetes Education Center, talk about diabetes, a disease in which the body does not produce the proper amount of insulin or blood glucose levels are higher than normal. |
3.15.2011
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DVT |
Cathy Ware, RN |
26:17
6.31 |
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| Cathy Ware, RN, hospital care specialist at Meritus Medical Center tells us that deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot that usually forms in the muscles of the legs, thighs or lower torso, sometimes causing circulation problems. |
3.8.2011
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Meritus Medical Center Update |
Jim Hamill, President & CEO, Meritus Health |
24:59
5.76 |
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| Jim Hamill, President and CEO of Meritus Health, talks about the reasons for a new hospital, the planning process, the site selection and the major task of moving equipment and patients from Washington County Hospital to Meritus Medical Center. |
3.1.2011
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Colon Cancer |
Juan A. Tayler, MD |
26:27
6.35 |
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| Dr. Juan Taylor, a board-certified gastroenterologist with Digestive Disorders Consultants, talks about colon cancer, a disease in which malignant cells develop in the lining of the intestines. |
2.22.2011
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Coronary Artery Disease |
Khalid Zirvi, MD, FACC |
24:27
5.87 |
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| Dr. Khalid Zirvi, a board-certified cardiologist with Robinwood Heart Center, talks about coronary artery disease, a buildup of plaque in the arteries that reduces blood flow and nutrients to the heart. |
2.15.2011
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Ear Infections |
Angela Stonebraker, MD |
26:23
6.33 |
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| Dr. Angela Stonebraker from Cumberland Valley ENT, discusses ear infections, an inflammation or infection of the middle ear that can cause permanent damage if not properly treated. |
2.8.2011
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When to Use Urgent Care Versus Emergency Department Care |
Laura E. Henderson, MD, MPH |
24:29
5.88 |
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| Dr. Laura Henderson, practicing physician at Downtown Urgent Care at Hager Park, tells us that urgent care provides medical care for urgent and minor emergencies. |
2.1.2011
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Anger |
Carl Benedict, LCPC |
24:10
5.8 |
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| Carl Benedict, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor at Meritus Health, talks about techniques for controlling anger in a positive way. |
1.25.2011
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Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms (AAA) |
William T. Su, MD |
22:08
5.31 |
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| Dr. William Su, a board-certified vascular and general surgeon in Hagerstown, talks about aneurysms, an abnornal weakness in the artery wall. |
1.18.2011
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Advanced Medical Directives |
Susan Lyons |
15:33
3.49 |
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| Susan Lyons, Palliative Care Specialist at Meritus Health, talks about the importance of having advanced medical directives in place if you are not capable of making your own medical decisions. |
1.4.2011
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Pediatric and Adolescent Obesity |
Julia D. Oakley, MD |
25:44
5.94 |
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