This episode of Knoxville Medicine’s Doc Talk with Elise Denneny, MD explores the subject of Bariatric Surgery. Our special guest is Knoxville Academy of Medicine Past President, Matthew Mancini, MD with University Surgeons Associates, a practice at The University of Tennessee Medical Center. For more information on Bariatric Surgery, visit University Surgeons Associates at https://www.utsurgery.com/

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Doc Talk – Bariatric Surgery

Each year, more and more people are diagnosed with Diabetes. This episode of Knoxville Medicine’s Doc Talk will explore the symptoms associated with diabetes and the treatment options to manage or even eliminate diabetes. Knoxville Medicine’s Doc Talk host, Elise Denneny, MD and special guest physician, William Burkhart, MD will discuss this important subject matter and how to lower your chances of developing this disease. Dr. Burkhart is a Family Physician with Summit Medical Group. For more information on Dr. Burkhart’s practice or Summit Medical Group, visit their website at http://www.summitmedical.com/.

Doc Talk – Managing Diabetes

Do you have questions about Prostate Cancer but are afraid to ask? This episode of Knoxville Medicine’s Doc Talk will explore possible symptoms that can be associated with prostate cancer. Knoxville Medicine’s Doc Talk Host, Elise Denneny, MD and special guest physician, Bedford Waters, MD will discuss why routine screenings are necessary and how early detection is an important part of improving outcomes if you do have prostate cancer. Dr. Waters is a board certified Urologist with University Urology. For more information about University Urology, visit their website at https://urologypc.net/.

Doc Talk – Prostate Cancer and the Importance of Routine Screenings

It’s cold and flu season and chances are someone in your family will come down with the common cold before winter’s end. While everyone has their own home remedy, many people will expect their doctor to prescribe an antibiotic. Our wellness Wednesday topic this week talks about why an antibiotic may not be the best way to treat your cold. Knoxville Medicine’s Doc Talk Host, Elise Denneny, MD and special guest Eric Penniman, DO, discuss the proper use of antibiotics and why it’s important not to overuse these powerful drugs. Eric Penniman, DO is the Executive Medical Director of the Summit Medical Group with 60 different practice locations in East Tennessee. To find a Summit practice near you, visit their website at summitmedical.com.

Doc Talk – Antibiotics

Do you suffer from asthma?  In this episode of Knoxville Medicine’s Doc Talk, we talk  asthma and learning the “triggers” that make living with asthma sometimes difficult.  Knoxville Medicine’s Doc Talk Host, Elise Denneny, MD and special guest physician, Marty Prince, MD talk about the symptoms associated with asthma and also give helpful tips on managing asthma.  Dr. Marty Prince is a board-certified pulmonologist with StatCare Pulmonology.  For more information on StatCare, visit their website at http://statcaremed.net/.

Doc Talk – Living with Asthma

Do you have questions about cervical cancer and the HPV virus?  Have you wondered about the HPV vaccine and if you should receive it?  Knoxville Medicine’s Doc Talk host, Elise Denneny, MD, talks with Larry Kilgore, MD about the causes and screening for cervical cancer.  Learn why many physicians recommend the HPV vaccine and how that it can help prevent future health concerns in both women and men.  Dr. Kilgore is a physician with University Gynecologic Oncology located at The University of Tennessee Medical Center.  For more information, visit www.utmedicalcenter.org/services-practices/gyn-oncology/.  If you are uninsured and need help finding access to care, call Knoxville Area Project Access at (865) 531-2766.

Doc Talk – Cervical Cancer and the HPV Virus

Communicating with your doctor is an important step to wellness. In this episode of Knoxville Medicine’s Doc Talk, Dr. Elise Denneny discusses shared decision making and patient centered care. Understanding your diagnosis and participating in health care decisions with your doctor is the best way to wellness! Dr. Denneny also gives some healthy tips on enjoying the Thanksgiving Holiday with your family. Dr. Denneny is an Ear, Nose, and Throat physician with Greater Knoxville ENT. For more information on Dr. Denneny or Greater Knoxville ENT, visit their website at www.greaterknoxent.com.

Doc Talk – Communicating with your doctor

To vaccinate or not vaccinate is widely debated nowadays. Understanding vaccines and the risks that come from not immunizing your child is just as important as understanding the risks associated with the vaccination. In this episode of Knoxville Medicine’s Doc Talk, Dr. Elise Denneny explores many different types of important immunizations and when your child should receive them. Pediatrician Stephanie Shults, MD answers questions related with vaccinations such as Hep B, H. Influenza, DTaP, MMR, and many more! Dr. Shults is with Shults Pediatrics which is part of the Summit Medical Group located at 9142 S. Northshore Drive, Knoxville, TN, 37922. Knoxville Medicine’s Doc Talk is brought to you by the attorneys of London Amburn. For more information on Dr. Shults or Summit Medical Group, please visit http://www.shultspediatrics.com.

Doc Talk – Vaccines

Ladies, is menopause getting you down? In this episode of Knoxville Medicine’s Doc Talk, Dr. Elise Denneny discusses all the questions you might have about menopause but were afraid to ask! Special guest physician and KAM member, Angela Meyer, MD, explores the symptoms associated with menopause and perimenopause along with treatment options…she even has some suggestions for natural remedies to minimize any discomfort. Dr. Angela Meyer is a Family Physician with Summit Medical Group at the Fountain City Family Physicians office. Knoxville Medicine’s Doc Talk is brought to you by the attorneys of London Amburn. For more information on Dr. Meyer or Summit Medical Group, please visit http://summitmedical.com/.

Doc Talk – Menopause

Dealing with knee and joint pain is the subject of this episode of Knoxville Medicine’s Doc Talk. In this segment, we will investigate several medical and therapeutic procedures to bring some relief. Tennessee Orthopaedic Clinics physician, Ryan Dabbs, MD, discusses with Doc Talk host, Dr. Elise Denneny, the latest in both non-invasive and surgical procedures designed to deal with knee and hip pain. Knoxville Medicine’s Doc Talk wellness topic is brought to you by London Amburn Attorneys at Law. For more information on available options, visit the website for Tennessee Orthopaedic Clinics at https://www.tocdocs.com/.

Doc Talk – Knee/Hip Pain

In this episode of Knoxville Medicine’s Doc Talk with Elise Denneny, MD, we will discuss when to know to seek emergency assistance. Our special guest is Pat O’Brien, MD who is a board certified Emergency Medicine physician. Learn what options are available should you get sick or injured after-hours and your doctor’s office is closed. If you are ever in doubt about whether or not to seek emergency care, always call 911.

Doc Talk – Appropriate Emergency Room Usage

In this episode of Knoxville Medicine’s Doc Talk with Elise Denneny, MD, we explore the latest methods on new, less invasive plastic surgery for face and body tightening, and much more! Our special guest is Knoxville Academy of Medicine member, Timothy Wilson, MD with East Tennessee Plastic Surgery. For more information on plastic surgery options, visit East Tennessee Plastic Surgery’s website at http://www.easttnplasticsurgery.com/.

Doc Talk – Plastic Surgery

This episode of Knoxville Medicine’s Doc Talk with Elise Denneny, MD explores the latest methods on managing chronic pain without medication. Our special guest is Knoxville Academy of Medicine member, James Choo, MD with Pain Consultants of East Tennessee. For more information on pain management options, visit Pain Consultants of East Tennessee’s website at https://painconsultants.com/.

Doc Talk – Managing Pain

Knoxville Medicine Doc Talk is an educational show broadcast every Wednesday by the Knoxville Academy of Medicine. Join host Elise Denneny, MD as she and her guest discuss a wide range of Medical subjects.

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