Colon cancer screenings are the best way to reduce colorectal cancer. Dr. Amit Sharma, Colorectal and General Surgeon at West Florida Medical Group, discusses the importance of colon cancer screenings.

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The Importance of Colorectal Cancer Screenings

Surgical weight loss may be the best option for those who have medical necessity to lose weight but diet and lifestyle changes don't make enough impact. Dr. Anthony Wright, Medical Director of Bariatric Program at Capital Regional Medical Center, discusses surgical weight loss.

Benefits of an Accredited Surgical Weight Loss Program

How do you know which weight loss surgery is best for you? Terry McKenzie, Bariatric Coordinator at North Florida Regional Medical Center, discusses different types of weight loss surgery.

Which Weight Loss Surgery Should I Have

Dr. Wade Fisher explains why someone would need to replace or repair a heart valve, and the newest minimally invasive treatment option available.

Repairing or Replacing Heart Valves: What's the Latest Minimally Invasive Technique

Diet and lifestyle changes don't always have an immediate impact on comorbidities for those who are very overweight or obese. Terry McKenzie, Bariatric Coordinator at North Florida Regional Medical Center, discusses the benefits of weight loss surgery.

Benefits of Weight Loss Surgery

Before you commit to bariatric surgery, you should know how the process works. Terry McKenzie, Bariatric Coordinator at North Florida Regional Medical Center, discusses the bariatric surgery process.

What Do I Have to Do - The Bariatric Surgery Process

Dr. Russell Homan shares the crucial symptoms in children that would require an ER visit over a regular doctor's visit.

Key Symptoms for Bringing a Child to ER

Dietary guidelines are necessary for successful weight loss after bariatric surgery. Cheryl Robertson, Dietician at North Florida Regional Medical Center, discusses these guidelines and their importance.

What Can I Eat After Weight Loss Surgery

If you're thinking about having a baby, there are things you can do to support your health prior to conception. Carol McNutt, midwife, discusses how to prepare for pregnancy.

How to Prepare to Get Pregnant

A breast cancer diagnosis can take an emotional toll. Berthina McGill, Licensed Mental Health Counselor at North Florida Regional Medical Center, discusses coping with a breast cancer diagnosis.

Coping with Breast Cancer

Dr. Robert Feldman discusses symptoms of back pain, the different types of treatments, and if you're a candidate for minimally invasive back surgery.

Minimally Invasive Back Surgery: Are You a Candidate

Are you plagued by heartburn? Dr. George Rossidis, general surgeon, explains the condition and how surgery might help with chronic heartburn.

Put An End To Heartburn

Coronary bypass surgery is a very common type of heart surgery. Dr. Charles Klodell, Cardiothoracic Surgeon at Florida Heart and Lung Institute, discusses when this treatment is necessary and how it works.

Current Trends in Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery

Your heart keeps your blood pumping, but malfunctioning heart valves can cause other problems. Dr. Charles Klodell, Cardiothoracic Surgeon at Florida Heart and Lung Institute, discusses how heart valves can malfunction.

What Happens When Heart Valves Don't Function Properly

Excessive sweating may be embarrassing, but it could be a warning sign for other issues. Dr. Charles Klodell, Cardiothoracic Surgeon at Florida Heart and Lung Institute, discusses the latest treatment available for hyperhidrosis.

Latest Treatment for Hyperhidrosis

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