Weekly Dose of Wellness

Weekly Dose of Wellness


Latest Episodes

How to Take Care of Your Back- Today and in the Future
September 14, 2016

What is good posture? What are the mechanics of proper lifting? What are the long term effects of bad posture or spine issues? Listen in as Jason A. Liauw, MD, explains how to take care of your back- what good posture is, the long term effects it can have

Causes and Symptoms of Sciatica: How to Get Relief
September 14, 2016

Common lower back problems may cause sciatica symptoms – which can vary from mild and infrequent, to debilitating and constant. When sciatica pain caused by lower back problems becomes unbearable, it may be time to seek out treatment. Physiatrist speciali

Answering Your Questions About Robotic Hernia Surgery
July 20, 2016

Minimally invasive robotic surgery can help you get back on your feet faster. Listen in to Elvira Klause, MD, and learn about the benefits and treatment options with robotic hernia surgery.

Who Needs Probiotics?
July 20, 2016

Probiotics are live microorganisms that are intended to have health benefits. Products sold as probiotics include foods, dietary supplements, and non-oral products, such as skin creams. Probiotics have positive digestive health benefits and been shown to

How to Plan a Healthy Pregnancy
May 18, 2016

Nearly 4 million babies are born in the United States each year. While pregnancies are common, most families have a lot of questions about pre-pregnancy planning. How early does pre-pregnancy planning start?  What kind of vitamins should you be taking? Wh

What You Need to Know About Statins
May 18, 2016

There is a lot more to know about statins than a drug that can decrease your cholesterol. Join Ryland E. Melford, MD, a specialist certified in Cardiovascular Disease by the American Board of Internal Medicine, as he discuss the uses, benefits and side ef

Advances in Caring for Back and Spine Pain
May 18, 2016

More than 50 million people in the U.S. experience neck or back pain.   When everyday activities such as walking, shopping or working become difficult and unbearable, it may be time to seek out treatment. Medical Director at the Orange Coast Memorial Cent

Knowing the Difference – When to Choose Urgent Care Over the ER
March 24, 2016

You or someone in your family needs immediate medical attention, do you know whether to take them to an urgent care center or the emergency room?  Dr. Bare is here to talk about the differences between Urgent Care and the ER and explain when it’s best to

Keeping Your Colon Healthy
March 18, 2016

Colorectal cancer is the third most diagnosed cancer and the third leading cause of cancer death in both men and women in the U.S., according to the American Cancer Society. Gastroenterologist, Ashkan Farhadi, MD, discusses how colorectal screenings and g

Recognize When to Seek Help for Anxiety Disorders
March 17, 2016

Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illnesses in America – affecting close to 20 percent of the population. While treatment is available, the stigma surrounding mental illness often prevents people from seeking help. Tammy Heilemann, LCSW, is her