Got 15 minutes? Tune in to episodes from the Ochsner On Air library of Community Health Podcasts and listen to highly qualified Ochsner Health System team members talk about the health issues that affect you. Whether you want to know more about breast cancer, joint health, pregnancy issues or general health concerns, select Ochsner podcasts to hear complex topics covered in an easy to understand, straightforward manner - in 15 minutes or less.
Recent Podcasts
Postpartum Depression
By Vu Vuong, MD
Dr. Vuong discusses the symptoms of postpartum depression. It is a common condition and between 5-10% of women have symptoms. It is an under recognized condition. The symptoms include fatigue, low energy, irritability, and crying spells. These symptoms are the same as clinical depression, but postpartum depression begins within 4 weeks postpartum while clinical depression could start 12 months after delivery. Postpartum depression is more serious than the “baby blues.”
Dr. Vuong practices at Ochsner Medical Center - West Bank. He can be reached at (504) 391-8896.
Ear Infections and the Need for Tubes
By Sophia Omoro, MD
Ochsner ENT Dr. Omoro discusses ear infections and ear tubes. There are 3 parts of ear, and an infection can occur in any of the 3 cavities of the ear. Infections occur more often in children than adults mainly because the middle part of the ear is still developing. Since this part of the ear is not as fully developed in children as in adults, children can be more susceptible to infections. Signs of an ear infection include fever, irritability, crankiness and a pain in the ear. In babies and infants, it is important to contact your doctor when symptoms are lasting longer than 12 to 24 hours. Ear infections are treated with antibiotics for the infection and over-the-counter medications for pain. Ear tubes can be used in the treatment of ear infections in children.
Dr. Omoro practices at Ochsner Health Center - Covington. She can be reached at (985) 875-2828.
Tansey Breast Center Accreditation
By Ralph Corsetti, MD
Dr. Corsetti discussed the full accredition of the Ochsner Lieselotte Tansey Breast Center by the National Association for Breast Centers. This accreditation is beneficial to women seeking treatment of breast disease. At the Breast Center, patients will receive a full spectrum of diagnosis and treatment. The Center includes numerous types of physicians and surgeons, as well as nurses and nurse practitioners, in the field all dedicated to patient care. Counseling, support groups and resources are also available. The Breast Center provides a comprehensive method of care that is coordinated and expedited to provide the best results for the patient.
Dr. Corsetti practices at the Ochsner Lieselotte Tansey Breast Center and Ochsner Medical Center. He can be reached at (504) 842-6406.
Rectal Cancer
By Joshua Parks, MD
Dr. Parks discusses colon and rectal cancer. Colorectal cancer is the 3rd most common cancer worldwide as well as in the US. It is more common in men vs. women. The main different between colon and rectal cancer are the treatment and management plans.
Colonoscopies are a good screening method, especially when a patient presents with symptoms.
Dr. Parks practices at Ochsner Medical Center - West Bank Campus. He can be reached at (504) 391-8833.
