Health for Life
Kern Medical's podcast brings together expert medical professionals from our hospital to share their knowledge, experiences, and the latest healthcare trends. Each episode offers valuable perspectives on a range of topics, from patient care to medical breakthroughs, all rooted in the unique needs of Kern County and beyond.
Episodes
9 episodes
The Path to Becoming a Physician with Dr. Amir Berjis
Have you ever wondered what it really takes to become a doctor? In this episode of Health for Life, we sit down with Dr. Amir Berjis to break down the journey to becoming a physician—from the first spark of interest in high school to m...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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31:23
Stop the Bleed with Allison Osvog and George Bratton
In this episode of Health for Life, we're talking about a skill that can truly save lives—how to Stop the Bleed. Guests Allison Osvog, Clinical Manager of Trauma Medicine, and George Bratton, Trauma Per...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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17:03
Cervical Cancer with Dr. Amin Ramzan
In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Amin Ramzan from Kern Medical's Obstetrics and Gynecology department specializing in Gynecologic Oncology, to break down everything you need to know about cervical cancer—from prevention...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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25:24
Fireworks Injuries with Dr. David Bowen
In this explosive episode of Health for Life, we’re joined by Dr. David Bowen, a board-certified hand and plastic surgeon at Kern Medical, to talk about a topic that lights up every summer—fireworks injuries.With the Four...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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13:44
Endometriosis with Dr. Soorena Fatehchehr
On this month's episode of Health for Life, we are joined by Dr. Soorena Fatehchehr to dive deep into endometriosis — a condition that’s often misunderstood, misdiagnosed, and minimized. We’re talking real symptoms, common misconceptio...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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29:26
Bariatric Surgery with Dr. Moh'd Sbeih
In this episode of Health for Life, we dive into the world of Bariatric Surgery—what it is, who qualifies, the risks and benefits, and the long-term lifestyle changes required for success. We're joined by Dr. Sbeih, a Board-Certified General Su...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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17:20
Colorectal Health with Dr. Alex Elias
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Alex Elias, Kern County’s only board-certified female colorectal surgeon, to talk all things colorectal health. From why screenings aren’t as scary as you think to when you should get one, Dr. Elias breaks ...
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15:44
Valley Fever with Dr. Royce Johnson
In this episode of Health for Life, we're diving deep into Valley Fever with infectious disease specialist Dr. Royce Johnson, who has spent decades studying this fungal infection. We cover everything from symptoms and ...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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34:30
Addiction Medicine with Dr. Sarah Gonzalez
Welcome to the debut episode of Health for Life, a podcast dedicated to exploring the topics that impact our well-being and shape our world. In this first episode, we're diving into a crucial and timely issue—addiction medicine. Dr. Sa...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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37:18