Our specialized providers are listening—and answering your questions in Be SimplyWell Health Talks. Connecting with our library of archived talks can help you live your healthiest life.
Presenter: Natalie Joseph, MD, FACS
One in eight women will develop breast cancer at some point in their life according to the American Cancer Society, making breast cancer the most common form of non-skin cancer among women.
VIEW THE PRESENTATIONPresenter: Holly Perzy, MD, MMM
According to the CDC, one in five children in the United States have obesity. As a chronic disease, obesity can lead to changes in the body’s hormones and other health issues.
VIEW THE PRESENTATIONPresenter: Edward H. Lee, MD
Getting older can be an eye-opener. Starting around 50 years old, our eyes go through changes that can cause conditions like dry eye, cataracts, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and presbyopia.
VIEW THE PRESENTATIONPresenter: David T. Hehemann, DPM
Since activity usually increases in the summer, so do common foot complaints like hammertoes, bunions, arthritis, plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis and ankle sprains.
VIEW THE PRESENTATIONPresenters: Sarah B. Sears, MD and Heather A. Jimenez, APRN-CNP
While urination is a fact of life, lack of control over your bladder can cause feelings of shame and limit your daily activities.
VIEW THE PRESENTATIONPresenter: Jonathan Belding, MD
Hip and back pain can bother most adults at some point. But when the pain becomes too much to handle, or doesn’t go away, it’s time to see an expert.
5 TIPS FROM THE TALKPresenter: Adrian S. Lindsey, MD
Colon cancer is one of the deadliest and easily preventable cancers in the U.S. However, it is estimated that 50,000 people will die from colon cancer this year. Colon cancer screenings are vital to the prevention and diagnosis of colon cancer.
WATCH NOWPresenter: James M. Persky, MD
Did you know your heart health is connected to the health of your arteries and veins? Peripheral Artery Disease affects more Black and Hispanic men and women than other races, but it can be a silent disease. Most often, leg pain is the first sign of a problem.
WATCH NOWPresenter: Meredith L. Pressnell, DNP, APRN-CNP
Weight loss medications like Ozempic, Mounjaro, Wegovy and others have dominated headlines in the past year – and for good reason. They are proven solutions to help people who struggle with obesity get to a healthy weight.
WATCH NOWPresenter: Amelia N. Dorsey, MD
A hernia is a gap in the muscular wall that allows the contents inside the abdomen to protrude outward. Most of the time, hernias require surgery to prevent serious complications.
WATCH NOWPresenter: Ismini Kourouni, MD
Learn about low-dose lung cancer screenings now available at MetroHealth, how you can understand your risk factors, and programs to help you kick nicotine dependence for good.
Watch nowPresenter: Natalie E. Joseph, MD
Learn more about breast cancer screening guidelines. Dr. Joseph will review what you need to know to make smart choices about your breast health.
Watch nowPresenter: Jessica Merhar, PT, DPT, MBA
MetroHealth has physical therapists at locations across Cuyahoga County that can recommend exercises, massages and treatments to get you feeling your best.
Watch nowPresenter: Luke Forkapa, PharmD
Outpatient pharmacy manager at MetroHealth Parma Medical Center, also talks about MetroHealth’s pharmacy services.
Watch nowPodiatrist Andy N Orta, DPM will discuss how to care for your feet and ankles this summer and the services available at MetroHealth.
Watch nowPresenter: Theodore T. Bowen, MD
Stroke is the leading cause of serious long-term disability in the United States. Every 40 seconds, someone has a stroke, and every 4 minutes, someone dies from one.
Watch nowPresenter: Robert Bruce, MD
Why you need a primary care provider to act as the quarterback of your healthcare team and how to choose the right provider for you.
Watch nowPresenter: Meera D. Kondapaneni, MD
Learn the myths about heart disease and how it affects Hispanic, Latina and Black women differently.
Watch nowPresented by Sergio J. Bardaro, MD and Eileen L. Seeholzer, MD
MetroHealth’s weight management experts can give you real solutions to help you lose weight, keep it off and improve your health.
Watch nowPresented by Natalie Joseph, MD and Christina Clemow, DO.
One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime, but early detection saves lives.
Watch nowPresented by Candis Platt-Houston, MD, a MetroHealth pediatrician, and Kelsey MacDougall, Psy.D., MetroHealth pediatric psychologist.
It’s back to school time and with that comes natural concerns about your kids’ physical and mental wellbeing. They address sleep schedules, nutrition during the school day, COVID, how to help your kids with stress and anxiety and more.
Watch nowPresented by Nicci Samsa, RN and MetroHealth Esthetician
Learn about the different cosmetic dermatology services available at MetroHealth, such as peels, treatments, facials and products, that will give you terrific results with little-to-no downtime.
Watch nowPresented by Lisa Ramirez, PhD
The isolation, loss and fear we’ve experienced during the COVID-19 pandemic has taken its toll on everyone’s mental health. Just ask any mom who’s experienced the weight of the pandemic on top of the everyday stresses of parenthood.
Watch nowPresented by Jeff Mangel, MD, Robert Pollard, MD, and Linda-Dalal Shiber, MD
Learn about women's issues such as pelvic pain, fibroids, endometriosis, bladder control and others.
Watch nowPresented by Aisha Siraj, M.D.
Learn how you can take control of your heart health at this virtual health talk.
Watch nowPresented by: Dennis Auckley, MD
Dr. Auckley talks about treatments available at MetroHealth to help you get a good night’s sleep – including new treatments for sleep apnea.
Watch nowPresented by: Allison Myers, MD, MPH and Laura Mintz, MD, PhD
This Pride Month, learn about specialized services available at Cleveland’s first-of-its-kind clinic for the lesbian, gay, bisexual, non-binary, transgender, queer and intersex (LGBTQI+) community.
Watch NowPresented by: Agnieszka Ardelt, MD, PhD
A stroke can happen at any time, at any age. The good news? 80% of strokes are preventable.
Watch NowPresented by: Erron L. Bell, MD
Keeping up to date on preventative screenings and wellness visits is the most important thing you can do to stay healthy.
Watch NowPresented by: David W. Stepnick, MD
Snoring, sniffles, ringing of the ears. When do you need to see a doctor and when can it wait?
Watch NowPresented by: Lisa Ramirez, PhD
It's been a difficult school year – for children and their parents. It’s completely normal to feel stressed or anxious, but there are steps you can take to make yourself and your children feel better.
Watch NowPresented by: Amy Ray, MD
There are so many questions about the COVID-19 vaccine: Are the COVID-19 vaccines safe? Is one better than the other? Where and when can I get vaccinated?
Watch nowPresented by: Jonathan E. Belding, MD
Learn all about the effects of aging on the spine, different spine conditions and options to help you get relief, including options without surgery and without medication.
Watch nowPresented by: Katherine Nolan Lu, MD
Learn about cosmetic dermatology, skin cancer checks, general dermatology and what services are available through telehealth.
Watch nowPresented by: Maria Antonelli, MD
Learn about preventive care for osteoporosis, the factors and medical conditions that increase your risk for the disease, myths and misconceptions, and signs and symptoms you shouldn’t ignore.
Watch nowPresented by: Bill Lewis, MD
Learn about preventive care, signs and symptoms you shouldn’t ignore, especially during COVID-19, and how to protect your heart health.
Watch nowPresented by: Kathryn Teng, MD, and Albert Ferreira, Director, Telehealth Operations
Our experts address patient questions and offered some tips about telehealth appointments.
Watch NowPresented by: Wayne Forde, MD
Wayne Forde, MD, talks with Bijou Starr, of WZAK 93.1, about different types of care from telehealth, to in-person and emergency care – when to use what type of care and why.
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Presented by: Naima Garden, APRN-CNP
Naima Garden, APRN-CNP, talks with Ro Digga, of Z107.9, about everything you need to know about diabetes.
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Presented by: Erron Bell, MD
Learn how to overcome barriers that may prevent you from getting a screening, necessary screenings for men, women and children and how to schedule a screening with MetroHealth.
Watch nowPresented by: Shanail Berry, MD
Shanail R. Berry, MD, talks with Ro Digga, of Z107.9, about the importance of staying on track with vaccinations, well-childcare, adult health and wellness and Medicare Wellness Visits.
Watch nowPresented by: Christine Alexander, MD, Natalie Joseph, MD, and Deborah Prinz-Gentile, MD, PhD
What does it mean to be a healthy woman? It’s more than having a yearly physical. Being a healthy woman means exercising, eating well, and taking care of your mental health, too.
Watch nowPresented by: Lisa R. Shah, PhD
It’s back-to-school time, but this year is very different. Are you or your children feeling stress around heading back to school? It’s normal to feel anxious at this time, but there are steps you can take to feel more comfortable.
Watch nowPresented by: Robert Smith, PhD
Robert Smith, PhD, offers advice on understanding and managing your emotions surrounding the coronavirus.
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