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We post regular content that focuses on important health topics and issues that affect you and your family with tips and advice from health experts right here at Lakeland.


Check-Up: New Advances in Hip Replacements

May 08, 2018
Orthopedic surgeon, Kenneth Edwards, discusses how advances in technology have made diagnosing and treating hip pain easier.

5 Tips All Caregivers Can Use

May 07, 2018
Caring for a loved one can be a difficult task. We share tips for caregivers to use this spring.

Is Arthritis Limiting Your Ability to Enjoy Life?

May 02, 2018
When it comes to your joints, cartilage acts as a cushion to cover and protect the ends of the bones.

Check-Up: Meal Planning for Diabetics

May 01, 2018
You don't have to buy special foods when you're diabetic, but you should have three important things when filling your plate at every meal.

Allergies or Sinus Infection: Can you tell the difference?

Apr 30, 2018
Learn how you can prevent or ease symptoms of both.

Wellness Exams vs. Sports Physicals

Apr 11, 2018
Wellness exams are sports physicals are very different. Learn why pediatric providers tell their patients not to skip their yearly check-up.

Check-Up: Common Plastic Surgery Misconceptions

Apr 06, 2018
Ginard Henry, MD, debunks some common plastic surgery misconceptions.

Check-Up: Tips for Easing Back Pain

Apr 04, 2018
Lifestyle changes you can make to help alleviate back pain as well treatment options for chronic pain.

Check-Up: Avoiding Drug Interactions

Mar 27, 2018
Learn some important ways to avoid harmful drug interaction from ambulatory clinical pharmacist Joshua Ford, PharmD.

The Conversation Only 30% of People Have Had

Mar 22, 2018
If you were to suddenly become ill and couldn’t make decisions for yourself, who would you trust to do so on your behalf?

Check-Up: Managing Diabetes

Mar 19, 2018
Family medicine provider, Jay Shah, MD, shares how focusing on some key areas of your lifestyle, can help prevent complications from diabetes.

Check-Up: Catching Colon Cancer Early

Mar 12, 2018
General surgeon, Craig Kline shares how colonoscopies can detect and remove polyps which may lead to colon cancer.

Check-Up: Helpful Medication Tips

Mar 05, 2018
Learn some important ways to use medication safely from ambulatory clinical pharmacist Joshua Ford, PharmD.

How 30 Minutes Can Help Prevent Colon Cancer

Mar 05, 2018
Colonoscopies are one of the main ways to detect colon cancer for early treatment. If you’re age 50 or older, talk to your primary care provider about getting an annual screening.

Staying One Step Ahead of Diabetic Foot Care

Mar 01, 2018
It’s important to practice self-care to protect your feet and keep them healthy.

Check-Up: Things to Consider Before Plastic Surgery

Feb 15, 2018
Training, credentials, friendliness of staff, and product are all important things to keep in mind when choosing a plastic surgeon.

Top 10 Ways to Have a Great Day

Feb 12, 2018
When we perform acts of kindness, the levels of the love hormone, oxytocin, are increased.

Check-Up: Robotic Surgery Explained

Feb 01, 2018
The da Vinci robot is just a tool in the hands of the surgeon.

The SMART way to stay motivated

Jan 22, 2018
People often give up on their New Year's resolutions to get healthy, because they don't know how to set realistic goals.

Don't Be Fooled by Food Labels

Jan 15, 2018
Learn how to read food labels so you know what the facts really mean.

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Check-Up: The Serious Side of Acid Reflux (John Gosling, MD)

Spectrum Health Lakeland internist, John Gosling, MD, talks about the warning signs and symptoms of severe acid reflux and consequences if untreated.

Cooking for Your Heart (David Chalupa, PA and Courtney Dixon, RD)

Spectrum Health Lakeland clinicians David Chalupa, PA, and registered dietitian, Courtney Dixon, cook up a heart-healthy meal while talking about risk factors for heart disease.

Check-Up: Common Heart Valve Problems (Dave Chalupa, PA)

Spectrum Health Lakeland physician assistant, David Chalupa describes different heart valve conditions and what it means to have a leaky valve.

Check-Up: What Does Cardiac Rehab Involve? (Brett Hoseth, PA)

Spectrum Health Lakeland physician assistant, Brett Hoseth, provides a quick explanation about who may need cardiac rehabilitation and how long it lasts.

Check-Up: What is an Angiogram? (Jerome Kuhnlein, MD)

Spectrum Health Lakeland cardiologist, Jerome Kuhnlein, MD, explains how an angiogram can help determine if an angioplasty is needed to improve blood flow through the heart.

Check-Up: Powered by a Pacemaker (Jerome Kuhnlein, MD)

Spectrum Health Lakeland cardiologist, Jerome Kuhnlein, MD, describes how a pacemaker gets implanted under the collarbone to help regulate heart rhythm issues.

Check-Up: Blood Thinners (Christopher Chiu, MD)

Spectrum Health Lakeland cardiologist, Christopher Chiu, MD, explains why a person would need to be prescribed a blood thinner and the importance of measuring the blood’s thickness to prevent clots.

Check-Up: What is a Widow Maker? (Christopher Chiu, MD)

Spectrum Health Lakeland cardiologist, Christopher Chiu, MD, explains what a widow maker heart attack is and why it’s serious.

Check-Up: Why Salt is Bad for Heart Failure (Christopher Chiu, MD)

Spectrum Health Lakeland cardiologist, Christopher Chiu, explains why too much salt can have bad side-effects for patients with congestive heart failure.

Check-Up: Postpartum Depression is Not Your Fault (Meredith Sheldon, MA, LLPC)

Southwestern Medical Clinic counselor, Meredith Sheldon, talks about why women may experience postpartum depression and how treatment can help people cope.

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