Baptist HealthTalk
Expert advice, real stories, better health. The Baptist HealthTalk podcast connects you with top doctors and specialists from Baptist Health South Florida, delivering the latest medical insights and wellness tips straight to you. But we don’t stop at the facts—you’ll also hear heartfelt testimonials from patients who’ve experienced life-changing care. Get informed, be inspired, and take control of your health with Baptist HealthTalk!
Episodes
211 episodes
La Gripe Hoy Se Siente Diferente: Qué Es Real y Qué Ha Cambiado
¿Sientes que la gripe está golpeando más fuerte que antes? No estás solo y hay una explicación científica detrás de esa percepción.En este episodio de Baptist HealthTalk, la Dra. María Fernanda Escarcia, especialista en medicina de emer...
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Post-Pandemic Flu: What’s Really Going On in 2025
Do you feel like the flu is hitting harder than before? You’re not alone and doctors say there’s a clear reason the flu feels different in our post-pandemic world.In this episode of Baptist HealthTalk, Dr. David Mishkin, Medical Directo...
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Menopause Unplugged: How a New Generation is Owning Menopause
If you or a loved one is facing perimenopause or menopause and want real answers, this conversation is for you. We break down what’s happening to your body and brain during this unique stage in womens' lives - from hot flashes, sleep loss, and ...
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What Are My Breast Reconstruction Options?
If you or a loved one is facing surgery from breast cancer, understanding your breast reconstruction options is an important step in the journey. In this episode of Baptist HealthTalk, host Johanna Gomez shares her own story of her journey with...
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Couch to 5K: How to Start Running Without Breaking Down
Thinking about getting off the couch and into a pair of running shoes? In this episode of Baptist Health Talk, Frankie Ruiz — co-founder of the Miami Marathon — sits down with Dr. Thomas San Giovanni, orthopedic surgeon and medical director of ...
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Menopausia sin filtros: Lo que nadie te dice y debes saber
Seamos honestas: Nadie nos prepara para este capítulo en la vida de nosotras. Pero hoy cambiamos eso.¿Sientes transformaciones como ansiedad, olvidos o variaciones en tu estado de ánimo? No te lo estás imaginando, y no estás sola.
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Atrial Fibrillation: What It Is, Why It’s Dangerous, How It’s Treated
Atrial fibrillation, or AFib, is the most common heart rhythm disorder though many people don’t even know they have it. In this episode of Baptist HealthTalk, Dr. Brian Wilner, electrophysiologist at Baptist Health Miami Cardiac & Vascular ...
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Varicose Veins Explained: Causes, Myths & Treatments
Are varicose veins just a cosmetic issue, or a sign of something more serious? In this BaptistHealth Talk episode, cardiologist and vascular medicine specialist with Baptist Health Miami Cardiac & Vascular Institute, Dr. Ian De Conde, expla...
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The Cost of Invisible Labor: Learning to Share the Load
Feeling overwhelmed by the weight no one sees?This episode of Baptist HealthTalk explores the cost of invisible labor—the behind-the-scenes mental load of planning, scheduling, coordinating and caring that keeps households running but of...
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The Screening That Changed Everything for Alonzo Mourning
An annual screening saved Alonzo Mourning’s life. In this Baptist HealthTalk episode, Emmy Award-winning journalist and host Willard Shepard speaks with the basketball hall of famer as well as family medicine physician, Dr. Sergio Tierrablanca,...
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Concierge Medicine, Explained
Concierge medicine is more than a trend; it’s growing fast and reshaping healthcare. In this episode of Baptist HealthTalk, experts break down what concierge medicine is, how it works and who can benefit. From women’s health and family care to ...
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Postpartum Truths Every Mom Deserves to Hear
Feeling overwhelmed after birth? You’re not alone, and what you're feeling is more common than you think.You can read all the books and watch all the YouTube videos, but in this episode of Baptist HealthTalk, our labor and delivery n...
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The Truth About Hormones, Menopause, Perimenopause, and other Midlife Changes
Feeling off, anxious, or suddenly overwhelmed by hot flashes and mood swings? You’re not imagining it—and you’re not alone.In this episode of Baptist HealthTalk, OB/GYN Dr. Ingrid Paredes and primary care physician Dr. Emily Quintero...
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Can’t Lose Weight or Sleep? Check Your Thyroid
If you’re constantly feeling tired, gaining weight, struggling with anxiety, or just feeling "off," your thyroid could be the reason. In this podcast episode of Baptist HealthTalk, Endocrinologist Dr. Angel Alejandro breaks down common symptoms...
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This Is What Lack of Sleep Does to Your Brain and Heart
Struggling to get quality sleep? You’re not alone. In this podcast episode of Baptist HealthTalk, we explore how sleep affects your brain and heart health, and why chronic sleep loss can increase risks for dementia, heart disease, and emotional...
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Real Talk for Weekend Warriors: How to Stay in the Game
In this special episode of Baptist HealthTalk, we’re bringing locker room wisdom straight to you—whether you’re chasing your kids, learning pickleball the hard way or still convinced you’ve got one more game in you. Football legend Dan Marino, ...
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The Conversation Men Need to Have — and Why It Starts Now
For too long, the narrative around men’s health has been one of silence, denial, and “toughing it out.” That needs to change. Basketball legend Alonzo Mourning and Dr. Jonathan Fialkow, cardiologist and Chief Medical Executive of Po...
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Inside Women’s Health: Real Talk on Fibroids, Pain & Hysterectomies
Struggling with heavy periods, pelvic pain, or fibroids? You’re not alone—and you have options. In this episode of Baptist HealthTalk, OB/GYN Dr. Ingrid Paredes explains the symptoms, causes and treatments behind some of the most co...
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Caregiver 101: Caring for a Loved One with Dementia-What You Need Know
If you or a loved one is facing the challenges of a Dementia diagnosis, this conversation offers a heartfelt and practical guide to help you through it. In this episode, we explore the emotional and day-to-day realities of caring for someone wi...
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Caregiver 101: How to Support a Loved One with Brain Cancer, Real Advice & Hopeful Moments
Being a caregiver for someone with brain cancer is emotionally and physically exhausting, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. In this episode of Caregiver 101, we sit down with Sylvia’s husband as he opens up about what it’s really like to...
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Panic Attack Symptoms vs Heart Attack: Know the Difference
Sudden chest pain, racing heartbeat, or overwhelming fear… is it a panic attack or a sign of serious heart trouble? Our latest episode unpacks the science behind it all. Learn how panic attacks impact both the brain and the heart, and why they ...
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Detrás del silencio: Cuidando de ti mientras cuidas a los demás
Cuidar de un ser querido con una enfermedad crónica o terminal puede ser agotador, físicamente, emocionalmente y mentalmente. Este episodio de Baptist HealhTalk habla sobre el peso que cargan muchos cuidadores: el agotamiento, el estrés, la sol...
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The Silent Struggle: Inside the Life of a Caregiver
Caregiving for a loved one with a chronic or terminal illness can be overwhelming—physically, emotionally and mentally. In our latest Baptist HealthTalk, we explore the hidden toll caregiving takes, from burnout and stress to feelings of isolat...
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How Deep Brain Stimulation is Changing Parkinson’s Care
After more than a decade of living with the effects of Parkinson’s Disease, Ana found something that finally made a real difference. In this episode of Baptist HealthTalk, she shares with us how deep brain stimulation helped her regain movement...
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