Beyond the Stethoscope
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Beyond the Stethoscope dives into the many service lines and specialties at Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic. Our list of guests includes front line physicians, executives and colleagues to give listeners different perspectives of what goes on around our health system that serves the Greater Philadelphia area and Delaware. Margie Zimmerman hosted the first season of Beyond the Stethoscope. Adriane Kiss is the current host.
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At Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic, delivering the highest quality of care is more than a goal, it’s a mission. In this episode of Beyond the Stethoscope, we’re joined by Oleg Teytelboym, MD, who takes us inside the world of advanced CT technology. Discover how the latest innovations in imaging are transforming diagnostics, improving outcomes, and enhancing the patient experience across our region.
Hospitals have dedicated professionals working behind the scenes to ensure every patient receives the best care possible. On this episode of Beyond the Stethoscope, Megan O’Dell, regional director of quality, safety and patient experience for Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital and Saint Francis Hospital, shines a light on the vital role of her department.
From maintaining compliance with national, state and local standards to driving positive patient outcomes, the quality team plays a pivotal role in shaping the care experience from the inside out.
As the school year begins, it’s not just about new backpacks and sharpened pencils; it’s also the perfect time to check in on your child’s health. In this episode of Beyond the Stethoscope, we sit down with Saint Francis Center of Hope primary care physician Sergio Ramirez, MD, to talk about the essential role of back-to-school checkups. From physicals and immunizations to mental health and healthy routines, we cover everything families need to know.
In this episode of Beyond the Stethoscope, we dive into the evolving world of structural heart disease—a group of conditions affecting the heart’s structure, including heart failure, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, and congenital heart defects. Dr. Hitesh Raheja joins us to explore the latest advancements in structural heart procedures and the cutting-edge technologies now available in our region. Whether you’re a health care professional or simply curious about the future of cardiac care, this conversation offers valuable insights into how innovation is transforming patient outcomes.
Throughout our series, we’ve explored many of the departments that keep hospitals running—from emergency care to labor and delivery. But today, we’re shining a light on a department that touches nearly every corner of the hospital: Environmental Services.
In this episode, we sit down with Ra’son Alexander, Senior Director of Environmental Services at Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic, to uncover the essential role his team plays in maintaining not just cleanliness, but the overall health and safety of our campuses. From patient rooms to high-traffic areas, learn how Environmental Services supports hospital operations in ways that often go unseen—but are always critical.
As we go through our day to day lives, there are many things that can affect our overall heart health. Outside of known risk factors, on this episode of Beyond the Stethoscope, Nazareth Hospital cardiologist Dr. Robert Singer discusses silent things happening in your body that could be affecting your heart.
Cases of HIV and Hepatitis C have been on the rise in the Greater Philadelphia area. Infectious disease provider Gul Madison, MD, shares her approach to treating these two diseases and the goal of eliminating long-rooted stigma. If you or someone you know is battling HIV or Hepatitis C, Dr. Madison is accepting new patients.
Access to care is often one of the biggest barriers when it comes to positive health outcomes, but there are also several factors, commonly referred to as social determinants of health, that play a larger factor. Marlow Levy, RN, MBA, FACHE, president of Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital in Darby, Pa., and Saint Francis Hospital in Wilmington, Del., talks about how social determinants play a role in the lives of the communities we serve in Delaware and Greater Philadelphia, and what Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic is doing to combat them.
Bariatric surgeon, Aley Tohamy, MD, discusses the significant advancements of minimally invasive surgery for bariatric patients and non-surgical weight-loss options.
At Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic we strive in our mission to meet our community where they are. We are excited to welcome Joe Fisher and Amy Gravelle of the Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic Medical Group to talk about the new outpatient center opening in Yardley, Pa., on May 5, 2025.
Learn more about the services at Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic at Yardley: trinityhealthma.org/yardley.
Spring has sprung and for those who are breaking out of their winter hibernation and getting more active, foot and ankle specialist Dr. Eric Gokcen shares how to prevent harming your feet and ankles, and what the treatment for the most common foot and ankle injuries, a twisted ankle.
If you are in need of a foot and ankle specialist in the greater Philadelphia area, Dr. Gokcen is accepting new patients now: https://www.trinityhealthma.org/provider/eric-gokcen-md
In honor of Match Day on March 21—a day that is most memorable in a medical student’s education—we meet Dr. Brian McDonough, the chair of graduate medical education at Saint Francis Hospital. Dr. McDonough has been practicing medicine for over 40 years and over the last decade been advising residents in their three-year residency journey. Dr. McDonough highlights his career as not only a provider and advisor to residents, but as a medical reporter as he educated the masses in New York City and Philadelphia about a wide array of medical conditions.
Kicking off our new season, we are excited to introduce our new regional president and CEO, Andre (Dre) Boyd. Dre joined Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic earlier this year; and in this episode, he shares a little about himself, his background in health care and his vision for the future of Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic.
Learn more about the mission at Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic at: https://www.trinityhealthma.org/mission
Today, we are excited to welcome back Ob/Gyn Sarah Goodheart, DO. In our last episode, Dr. Goodheart answered questions first-time moms often think about before giving birth. In this episode, Dr. Goodheart discusses what women can expect after birth and shares post-partum tips.
Pregnancies cause a wide range of emotions, especially for first-time mothers–excitement, anxiety and stress. In the first of a two-part interview, we have the pleasure of speaking with Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic Medical Group Ob/Gyn Sarah Goodheart, DO, who helps first-time moms keep their emotions in check and deliver their babies in a healthy, safe environment.
The worst place to spend the holiday season is in the hospital. However, some patients have long-term stays in the hospital and may not have family visit them. Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic lead patient advocate Absalom Mitchell explains ways the community can make the holidays memorable for those in the hospital.
The holidays are a time to spend with family and friends, and most gatherings often center around food. Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic dietician Sophia Friedeborn offers tips on how to navigate healthy food choices over the holiday season.
In this episode, we discuss how spiritual care plays a role in a healthcare environment. St. Mary Medical Center offers a Chaplain Residency Program by the Association for Clinical Pastoral Education (ACPE) accredited by the Department of Education. The manager of Clinical Pastoral Education, Jawad Bayat, discusses how chaplains play a vital role across all Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic hospitals.
Hiatal hernia is a term you may only hear when experiencing one. This type of hernia occurs when parts of the stomach begin to push into your chest. Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic Medical Group bariatric surgeon Alfred Trang, MD, discusses the causes and how to spot the warning signs of hiatal hernias.
Saint Francis Hospital is celebrating its centennial year on October 16, 2024. In this episode we welcome Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic President & CEO, Jim Woodward and Regional Director of Philanthropy, Gina Kennedy to look back on the legacy of the hospital and the impact it continues to make today. Also in this episode, we welcome our new host Adriane Kiss.
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