The Alegent Health Podcast #29 - Laparoscopic Hysterectomies

Hysterectomies can ease the chronic pain for women suffering with fibroids or endometriosis; when it comes to certain cancers, removing the uterus can mean the difference between life and death. But until recently, going under the knife also meant a long and sometimes painful recovery. In this Alegent Health Podcast, learn about a new, minimally invasive procedure that’s getting women back to their busy lives quicker than ever before.

The Alegent Health Podcast #28 - Diabetes Prevention

Doctors visits, medication, testing kits, insulin – one look at a diabetic’s list of medical supplies, and its easy to see how the expenses can add up. The American Diabetes Association estimates people with the disease spend an average of 2.3 times more on medical costs than those without. While some of these patients are genetically pre-disposed to the condition, millions of Americans put themselves at risk for the condition because of poor lifestyle choices. In this Alegent Health Podcast, endocrinologist David Odegaard, M.D. discusses several simple - and proven - strategies for preventing this costly disease.

The Alegent Health Podcast #27 - Heart Palpitations

A fluttering heart isn’t always the result of a schoolyard crush. Heart palpitations can be caused by anything from anxiety or stress to the amount of caffeine you drink in a day. Though this abnormal sensation may sometimes feel like cause for concern, Alegent Health Heart and Vascular Specialist Eric Van De Graaf, M.D. explains that it is usually a harmless condition that can affect anyone at any point in their lives.

The Alegent Health Podcast #26 - Zero to Sixty

Whether they’re fulfilling a New Year’s Resolution or just trying to prepare for the summer swimsuit season, often people can go overboard when they begin a new activity or workout routine. In order to ease those aches and pains – and to avoid serious injury - Alegent Health Clinic physician Sean Mullendore, M.D. advises patients to start slow and work their way into any routine.

The Alegent Health Podcast #25 - Swine Flu

A swine flu scare is sweeping across the United States, sending some concerned families into a panic. But as Alegent Health Clinic physician Dr. Larry Brown explains, staying healthy is in your own hands. For most people, all it takes is a few simple, preventive steps.

The Alegent Health Podcast #24 - Bariatric Surgery

Today, 72-million Americans aren’t just overweight – they are obese; experts warn that by 2030, that number could skyrocket to more than half of all American adults. For most people, that means getting on a diet and getting off the couch to exercise. But for others, that may not be enough. In this Alegent Health Podcast, bariatric surgeon Michael Hovey, M.D. breaks down what you need to know about weight loss surgery – including the options available as well as the health benefits and risks that come with it.

The Alegent Health Podcast #23 - My Cost

Each day we’re bombarded with hundreds of thousand of decisions—decisions that are often influenced by price and quality. Take a car, for example. You’re able to choose the color, the make and model and whether you prefer tinted windows or leather seats. Why should healthcare be any different? Alegent Health believes you have the right to know how much it will cost you for things like mammograms and CAT scans and the kind of care you'll receive. In this Alegent Health Podcast, the manager of My Cost explains how people can take control of their healthcare with just a few mouse clicks.