The Pulse at Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare

Dr. Ruby WIlliams, a pulmonary, critical care and sleep medicine physician, discusses the vital link between quality rest and overall health, specifically focusing on the dangers of obstructive sleep apnea and other common sleep-wake disorders. Dr. Williams highlights the importance of a professional diagnosis and highlights the services at the Tallahassee Memorial Sleep Center, the region’s only program accredited by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine for over 15 consecutive years.  Learn more about Ruby Williams, MD 

Explore the various pathways to career growth within Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare. Hear from Suzanne Walker-Assad and Josh Epps, who share firsthand experiences on mentorship, certification support and the importance of nursing leadership in enhancing patient care.  Learn more about Suzanne Walker-Assad, BSN, RN 

Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States. Join us as Dr. William Dixon, a renowned interventional cardiologist, shares crucial insights on preventing heart disease. Discover common causes, early warning signs, and essential lifestyle changes that can protect your heart health. Don’t miss out on these vital tips to live a healthier life!  Learn more about William C. Dixon, MD

James Parker, MD, FACS, FASMBS explains hernias, types, and how robotic repairs help patients.  Learn more about James Parker, MD, FACS, FASMBS  

Carlos Campo, MD, a pulmonary and critical care physician, and Philip Bongiorno, MD, a cardiothoracic surgeon, discuss lung cancer and the importance of screening for those who are eligible, as well as the multidisciplinary Thoracic Cancer Clinic at the Tallahassee Memorial Cancer Center and how it brings together a team of lung cancer specialists to create a unique treatment plan for each patient.

Vascular Surgeon Dr. Christopher Griggs discusses the role that hyperbaric oxygen therapy can play in chronic wound healing.  Learn more about Christopher Griggs, DO

Join Andreas Vargas, MD as he explores the critical importance of limb preservation in modern medicine. Discover how advancements in vascular care are making a real difference in preventing amputations and improving patients' quality of life. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to understand the connection between peripheral arterial disease and amputations. Learn more about Andres Vargas, MD, FACC. FSCAI, FSVM, RPVI 

If you're asking yourself this question, you're not alone. Dr. Griffin Baum discusses the reasons why initial back surgeries sometimes fail and the factors that contribute to continued pain. He provides insight into what patients can do to navigate their next steps effectively.

What does it mean to be a Level II Trauma Center? Dr. John Dortch, Trauma Surgeon at Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare, discusses how trauma care expands far beyond the services offered in the Emergency Department and the Operating Room to get patients back to living well in our community.

Dr. Shlermine Everidge, the region’s only fellowship-trained breast surgical oncologist, discusses why minority, rural and underserved populations see higher rates of breast cancer – and how a comprehensive cancer treatment program like the Walker Breast Program at TMH can help these patients get care quicker by removing common barriers.

Join Dr. Mike, Dr. James Parker, and Greg Laffitte as they explore the advantages of bariatric surgery compared to GLP-1 medications. Discover why the surgical option has been a time-tested solution for effective weight loss and how it might be the right choice for you.

TMH Structural Heart expert Thomas Noel, MD discusses Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), a minimally-invasive procedure to replace the heart's aortic valve. Discover how this innovative approach revolutionizes heart valve surgery and what it means for patients seeking alternatives to traditional methods.

Joey Jarrard, MD, FACS, FASMBS, discusses treating obesity as a chronic, complex disease that can impairs health. He shares information about the most effective evidence-based strategies to treat obesity and how important a multidisciplinary approach is.