Episodes
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The Unseen Risk of COVID on the Elderly
The elderly are at greatest risk and have the highest mortality when infected with COVID. The experts tell us to isolate them, keep them away from others, and essentially keep them at home. But will this isolation and lack of mental stimulation result in increasing depression and dementia? What…
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Should You Avoid Eating Out?
My experience in the past few weeks suggests we should avoid going out to eat. While I would like to support the restaurant business I find an extreme lax in any protocol with workers creating increased risk for patrons. Guidelines for workers should be posted for all the consumers to see and...
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High-Deductible Healthcare Plans Should Be Unlawful
As insurers play games to reduce cost they are also playing games with our lives. For many high-deductible plans create an affordable barrier to healthcare and can result in harm to patients. The cost for Emergency Room visits should be capped for everyone. Here's why..
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A brief walk today got me worried about COVID
Today I saw a lot of elderly patients at the local supermarket as well as one man who decided to only cover his mouth with with his mask. What about his nose? I then walked to a pizza shop where a man took a slice of pizza with a gloved hand and placed in into the oven. He would have take the…
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Telemedicine: The Good, The Bad, and The Future
A brief review why telemedicine is here to stay and can in improve healthcare.
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Too Much Blood Pressure Medication?
I describe how to check for symptoms of orthostatic hypotension. This episode was originally recorded for my Premier Private Practice patients. For those who are not members remember to consult your physician! If you have any questions or are interested in becoming a member send your questions to...
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The doctor's office might be the worst place to check your blood pressure.
Find out why the doctor's office might be the worst place, and the most inconvenient place, to check your blood pressure.
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Coronavirus- Some tips that " Might" help
I'm just a cardiologist but at least I'm honest about that . I'm also watching all types of "experts" on the news and wish to caution all about this. We should be listening to or watching experts in Infectious Disease. From what I have reviewed from several true experts here are my few…
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Want to be an expert in hypertension? Part II
If you or someone you know has hypertension and a history of gout or calcium kidney stones this brief podcast might be helpful.
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Lowering Your Blood Pressure During the Quarantine
Simple steps that anyone can use to significantly lower their blood pressure during this COVID-19 Pandemic. In just 10 minutes you can learn how to improve your blood pressure control.
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Premeditated Attacks By A Doctor. Sentenced to only 3 1/2 years!
If you question if our justice system is unfair just listen to the case of Dr. Anis Chalhoub. For years this cardiologist attacked many of his trusting patients, cut them open, and shoved in devices that were not necessary but will remain in them until they die. He profited immensely from this…
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#MeToo Healthcare
Healthcare workers need to be protected as well. #MeToo Healthcare!
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Should You Take a Daily Aspirin? What Dose?
If you wish to know whether you should be taking a daily Aspirin and what dose is the most effective have a listen and then go discuss this with your physician.
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Get A Primary Care Provider!
Almost 30% of men and 20% of women do not have a primary care doctor. Listen to why this may be a fatal mistake.
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A surprising and dangerous cause of fainting in a young woman.
She fainted, collapsed, and even had seizure like activity. What we found in this healthy young woman might shock many.
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Is she a Nurse? No, she's a CNA. The unsung heroes of healthcare.
You call for a nurse and she comes. You ask for help and she's there. She weighs you, checks your pulse and blood pressure but when you look at the ID it has CNA on it and not RN.
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How Motrin and Other NSAIDS May Kill You!
If you have hypertension, kidney disease, or heart failure that prescription for any NSAID, too often prescribed by foolish doctors, might hurt or even kill you! Evan and Matt discuss.