You have probably heard of breast lifts and tummy tucks but may not be familiar with a procedure called labiaplasty According to the American Society of Plastics Surgeons, labiaplasty procedures are on the rise. So, what is labiaplasty? Labiaplasty is considered a vaginal rejuvenation procedure where excess labia minora tissue is trimmed or shorten…

Dr. Divis Khaira discusses the factors that play in making an accurate cancer diagnosis.Par Aspirus

Dr. Tom Raisanen discusses the causes and treatments for acne, and how diet and other factors can affect your skin.Par Aspirus

The female athlete triad is defined as the combination of disordered eating, amenorrhea and osteoporosis. This disorder often goes unrecognized.Par Aspirus

We'll discuss how much sugar is recommended, how much the average person gets, and where the sugar is coming from.Par Aspirus

Let’s talk about it, ladies. You know what we’re talking about – it’s that subject we keep to ourselves and sometimes only talk to our gynecologist about. We’re talking about your feminine wellness and the many issues women face after childbirth, menopause, or just over time as our more intimate areas start to change. Let’s have a serious discussio…

Dr. Kirk Klemme, an addiction and pain management physician, discusses ways to cope with and seek help for addiction while still maintaining social distancing.Par Aspirus

Dr. Thomas Howard discusses the medical and surgical options for treating Gynecomastia (enlarged breast in men).Par Aspirus

Erin Mcintyre discusses the role of a Women's Health Physical Therapist and the conditions they treat in women post pregnancy.Par Aspirus

Audrea Williams discusses why keeping up with cancer screening is important.Par Aspirus

Dr. Jonathan Brueggeman discusses diabetic foot wounds, as well as the risk factors, and the treatment plans that can help.Par Aspirus

Physical Therapist Brett Gervais gives tips on beginning an excercise routine.Par Aspirus

Dr. Elizabeth Renaker-Jansen discusses breast reconstruction after a mastectomy.Par Aspirus

Gayle Maslakow, FNP discusses Managing your diabetes and prediabetes.Par Aspirus

Samantha Schneller discusses mammography and tips on how to get ready for your mammogram.Par Aspirus

Brittany Schneller, NP-C, MSN shares what to expect when you're called back after a mammogram.Par Aspirus

Allison Harr, DNP, CNM explains the role of a midwife.Par Aspirus

Dr. Tom Raisanen explains the best ways to protect your skin throughout the year.Par Aspirus

Dr. Amanda Eilers discusses Robotic Lung Surgery.Par Aspirus

Dr. Radke discusses the symptoms of sepsis, why sepsis happens and why it should be taken serious.Par Aspirus

Anna Mooi, RDN shares what you should be stocking your pantry with during the COVID-19 pandemic.Par Aspirus

Dr. James Black explains the importance of parents keeping their child's vaccines and appointments up to date during the pandemic.Par Aspirus

Christina Asiala discusses COVID-19 Serology testing.Par Aspirus

Kasey Burke FNP-C shares tips on how to work from home while under a shelter in place due to COVID-19.Par Aspirus

Dr. Jared Scherr discusses common foot and ankle problems.Par Aspirus

Karen Balderson shares information about Aspirus's Wound Healing services.Par Aspirus

Megan Luttrell discusses the signs, symptoms, causes and treatments options for dysphagia.Par Aspirus

Sports Medicine Physician Colleen Dupuis gives safety tips for runners.Par Aspirus

Nurse Practitioner, Clint Pakkala, discusses Iovera Therapy, a non-opioid treatment option for knee pain management.Par Aspirus

Lydia Lytle discusses the many benefits of aquatic therapy and how to optimize the effects of buoyancy to get the best results.Par Aspirus

Certified Family Nurse Practitioner Robin Meneguzzo explains the philosophy behind the field of Functional Medicine, and how it looks at the whole person or the root of the cause of a disease instead of simply the disease itself. She shares how it's used to diagnose and treat patients from a whole body approach.…

Sylvia Dennison, MD discusses treating anxiety with herbal remedies, specific warnings about "natural" treatments and their interactions with other substances, and stress relieving techniques that can help you to manage your anxiety and move forward with a healthier quality of life.Par Aspirus

Dr. Kris Ferguson, Physician at the Pain Clinic at Aspirus Langlade Hospital, discusses the field of pain management and how treatment options can range from exercise, medication assisted treatment, physical therapy, injection procedures to surgical interventions if necessary.Par Aspirus

Many people struggle with acid reflux or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). While there are a variety of treatment options, some are less invasive than others. Dr. Semrau will discuss traditional and newly evolving treatment strategies for GERD.Par Aspirus

There are times when it can become too difficult to take medications orally. There are also some medications that cannot be given orally because your stomach acids may destroy them, and they will no longer be effective to treat your disease. These are just a few of the reasons to learn about Infusion Therapy. In this segment, Terri Saari, RN, Regis…

The Rehabilitation unit of Aspirus Wausau Hospital works with patients disabled as a result of disease, disorder, or injury. Patients with spine and neurological disorders often receive rehabilitation as part of their course of treatment. Joining the show to discuss the inpatient rehab program at Aspirus Health System is Margaret Anderson, MD. She …

Obesity is a serious condition that affects over 78 million adults in the United States. Being obese substantially raises your risk of morbidity from serious health conditions and can stop you from doing the things you want to do in life. You don’t have to live with being overweight. Weight loss surgery provides a proven and effective way to achiev…

Losing weight with bariatric surgery is not just about a smaller number on the scale, it's about changing your life for the better. When you commit to taking the first step to a new life, you will have a multidisciplinary support team to back you along the way. Kristi Fregia-Rucks PT, Aspirus Bariatric Program Coordinator, joins the show to discuss…

In the United States, the most common type of heart disease is coronary artery disease (CAD). For some people the first sign of CAD is a heart attack. However, a Coronary Calcium Scan can help you know your risk and allow you to take steps to improve your heart health. In this informative segment, David K. Murdock MD, Cardiologist at Aspirus Cardio…

Losing weight is a challenge for a lot of people. Diets are hard to stick to and it’s difficult to find the time to exercise, but maintaining a healthy weight is one of the most important things you can do for your immediate and long term health. Aspirus understands that an effective weight loss program is about setting goals and changing your life…

Who would speak for you if you became unable to communicate your own healthcare wishes? An advance directives document enables you to designate someone who will make sure your healthcare wishes are followed if you are unable to speak for yourself. Advance directives are not just for the elderly. Anyone 18 or older should complete one. In addition t…

If you have been diagnosed with a cancer of pelvic region, inflammatory bowel disease or other condition that requires you undergo a procedure that results in an ostomy, you might feel that this is the end of life as you knew it. However, with some extra care and help from your health care providers, you can manage your ostomy and come to terms wit…

One of the most important jobs you have as a parent is keeping your child safe when riding in a vehicle. Each year, thousands of young children are killed or injured in car crashes. Proper use of car seats helps keep children safe. But with so many different seats on the market, many parents may find this overwhelming. Aspirus Keweenaw Hospital and…

In the United States, low bone mass and brittle bone disease, otherwise known as Osteoporosis, are currently considered major public health threats. Worldwide, osteoporosis causes more than 8.9 million fractures annually, that’s one fracture every 3 seconds! Osteoporosis accounts for more days spent in the hospital than many other diseases, includi…

Is a wound that won't heal keeping you from doing the things you love? Aspirus Riverview Wound & Hyperbarics in Wisconsin Rapids can help. Using their expertise and technology, including two hyperbaric oxygen chambers, they can heal most wounds – even those that haven't responded to conventional treatment. In this segment, Sarah Falkner, RN, Clinic…

Breast Reduction is designed to relieve the physical discomfort associated with large breasts while improving overall breast appearance. Elevating the breast and reducing nipple size is an integral portion of this procedure. This procedure is frequently covered by insurance if certain criteria are met. Listen as James H. Kong, MD, Plastic & Reconst…

Anti-reflux surgery is a treatment for acid reflux or GERD, a problem in which food or stomach acid come back up from your stomach into the esophagus. The esophagus is the tube from your mouth to the stomach. Reflux often occurs if the muscles where the esophagus meets the stomach do not close tightly enough. A hiatal hernia can make GERD symptoms …

It takes 21 days to create a habit and 90 days to create a lifestyle. People often say they want to take steps toward becoming healthy, so they often jump in full force, saying they are going to work out 5 days/week and go on a diet of fruits & vegetables and nothing else. That does not usually work. Instead, picking one healthy change at a time an…

As your due date approaches, you might be wondering what the medical and natural options for pain relief are best for you and your baby. In recent years using nitrous oxide during pregnancy has grown in popularity. According to the American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM), research has supported the reasonable efficacy, safety and unique beneficia…