Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center experts in health care will share advice and reminders to help us stay healthy—mentally and physically.
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Creating Us - A podcast for Texas Tech University System Team Members
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A learning and development podcast focused on bringing the Texas Tech University System Values Based Culture to life.
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Alix Cave and Sam Moran discuss the latest happenings in the ever-expanding Texas Technology scene. From research institutes to gaming companies, Texas has decades of history of tech companies calling the Lone Start State home. And with the more companies than ever making the move, the new wild west of technology is happening here. Alix Cave: linkedin.com/in/cavealix/
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Welcome to the Texas Tech Weekly w/ Steven Rodriguez podcast, where we talk about anything and everything Texas Tech.
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It’s been five years since the first known appearance of SARS-CoV-2, otherwise known as COVID-19. In January of 2020, the World Health Organization declared the outbreak a public health emergency of international concern. Later in March, COVID-19 was declared a pandemic. Our experts for this episode graciously shared their experiences not only as f…
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Memory Loss: Help for Patients and Their Caregivers
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As we age, our memory begins to fail us, but for many it becomes a significant challenge for them and their caregivers. Jonathan Singer, Ph.D., clinical psychologist and director for the TTUHSC Garrison Institute on Aging Memory Clinic, tells about symptoms to look out for and the importance of early diagnosis. The TTUHSC Garrison Institute on Agin…
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Having friends at work helps with your mental health and could even help advance your career. How can you go about making friends if you're shy or if you work from home? Here to help us understand why it's important to have friends at work and give us advice on how to make friends are Lynn Jennings, Ph.D., and Nicole Noble, Ph.D. They are both coun…
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Skin Protection and Tattoos: Advice from a Burn Specialist
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According to the Pew Research Center, nearly one third of adults in the U.S. have a tattoo, and 22% have more than one. What happens to our skin when we get a tattoo and what makes them permanent? Alan Pang, M.D., Texas Tech Physicians surgeon specializing in burn would, trauma and critical care, is our guest expert for this episode. Dr. Pang answe…
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Eye-mazing: Halloween Safety and Eye Color Change
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Jeepers, creepers! Would you like to make your brown eyes blue? We can change our mind, and we can change the color our hair. Can we change the color of our eyes? Kelly Mitchell, M.D., is a well-known expert to our listeners. He's an ophthalmologist with Texas Tech Physicians. Dr. Mitchell explains how we get our eye color and the purpose behind th…
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Paw-sitive Healing: Grieving Your Furry Friend and Overcoming Pet Loss
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Around 60% of Americans have pets, and many of them are considered family members. How do we deal with the loss when our pet dies? Natalie Harryman, a licensed marriage and family therapist with the Counseling Center, explains that pets bring joy, motivation and unconditional love, but they also bring stress. She notes that grieving a pet is simila…
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Lung Health at Work: Preventing Occupational Illnesses
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Occupational or work-related lung diseases are lung conditions which have been caused by long-term, or even a one-time, exposure to certain irritants. Our guest for today, Anuhya Alapati, M.D., is a pulmonologist with Texas Tech Physicians. Dr. Alaptai tells us which occupations potentially pose problems, signs of lung disease, treatments and steps…
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Understanding Urinary Tract Infections, Treatments, Prevention
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Urinary tract infections, or UTIs, are common infections, but they're much more common among women than men. What causes a UTI? What should you do if you think you have one? How can you prevent them? Guests for this episode are Melissa Sanford, M.D., Texas Tech Physicians urologist, and Kristen Sharma, Texas Tech Physicians urology family nurse pra…
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Resilience in Caregiving: How to Stay Strong While Caring for Others
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With the number of people aged 65 years and older projected to more than double in the next quarter century, the need for caregivers will increase as well. Caregiving, especially for adults with dementia, is even now expensive and labor intensive, with some choosing home-care putting pressure on family members and even leading to burnout. Gayle Aye…
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How Social Isolation Affects Older Adults
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September is designated as Healthy Aging Month, but social isolation and loneliness among older adults negatively affect their mental and physical health. What does that mean and what can we do to help minimize that risk? Gayle Ayers, D.O. is a psychiatrist with the TTUHSC Garrison Institute on Aging and our guest for this and the next episode. Dr.…
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Doomscrolling and Distress: Navigating the Mental Health Risks of Violent News, Images
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Violent and horrific images of events and even descriptions of these incidents in the media seem frequent and unavoidable, especially recently. This can have a significant impact on your mental health. Natalie Scanlon, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist in the TTUHSC School of Medicine Department of Psychiatry, explains what impact these images can hav…
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Taking Charge of Your Lung Health: Empowering You to Breathe Easier
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Breathe easier as you listen to this podcast about lung health and learn about keeping your lungs healthy. Anuhya Alapati, M.D., pulmonologist in the Department of Internal Medicine, is our expert for this episode. Dr. Alapati tell us about how to keep our lungs healthy by explaining what symptoms to watch out for, precautions we should take, how e…
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The Thyroid Gland: Functions, Disorders, and Treatments
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Many of us are aware of our thyroids, but how many of us know what it does or what happens when there’s a problem with our thyroid. Mohammad Sidani, M.D., guest for this episode, tells us all about the thyroid, including the origin of its name, and why if you’re on thyroid medication you should take it exactly as prescribed. Dr. Sidani is a Texas T…
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Strength in Vulnerability: Talking Mental Health, Suicide Prevention for Men
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Mental disorders affect men and women, but men are less likely to have received mental health treatment than women in the past year. Men are also more likely to die by suicide than women, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. What does it mean when men bottle up their emotions? How can we encourage them to seek help? Taylor J…
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Creating Us - Episode 101: Simple Truths 14 & 15
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Understanding Food Allergies: Awareness, Prevention and Summer Fun
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If you or a loved one have food allergies, make sure you check those epinephrine injectors before you hit the road to either drop off a kiddo at camp, take a family vacation or join your friends or family for a meal. Also make sure that you and your loved ones know how to use it properly. That’s the advice from James Tarbox, M.D., an allergist with…
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Creating Us - Episode 100: Simple Truths 12 & 13
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Join Shelbie and I as we discuss Simple Truths 12 & 13. Comments/Questions? Let me know at Jason.Weber@ttu.eduPor Office of Leader and Culture Development
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Sole Mates for Summer: Keeping Your Feet Happy and Healthy
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Be mindful of your feet as you step into the heat this summer. Our expert for this episode is Jerry Grimes, M.D., Texas Tech Physicians orthopedic surgeon. Dr. Grimes reminds us to keep our feet safe by wearing footwear that's appropriate for the occasion, applying sunscreen on our feet if they’re exposed to the sun and if you can’t feel your feet …
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Empowered and Informed: Keeping Well Through Middle Age and Beyond
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Women are the most common caregivers, but they must remember to prioritize their physical health too. Jennifer Ward, M.D., assistant professor for the School of Medicine's Family and Community Medicine, explains why having annual checkups and screenings is important, but so is knowing one's family medical history. Dr. Ward tells us some common heal…
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Creating Us - Episode 99: University Coaching at TTU
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Join Josh Sills, Thomas Kay, and I as we discuss all things university coaching and student achievement. To learn more about TTU University Coaching, visit: https://www.depts.ttu.edu/ucsa/ Comments/Questions? Let me know at Jason.Weber@ttu.eduPor Office of Leader and Culture Development
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Get Moving: Benefits of Exercise for Lifelong Health
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We’re highlighting women’s health this month and would like to encourage women and girls to prioritize their health. One of the ways to do that is by becoming physically active. Toby Brooks, Ph.D., is program director for the TTUHSC School of Health Professions Master of Athletic Training. Brooks also has worked as an athletic trainer and/or streng…
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Skin Sense: Expert Guidance for Skin Cancer Protection and Prevention
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There are more than 5 million cases diagnosed in the U.S. every year, making skin cancer America’s most common cancer. It’s also one of the most preventable ones. May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month and Meredith Pham, M.D., with the department of dermatology at Texas Tech Physicians shares with us facts about early detection and sun protection. Also…
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Creating Us - Episode 98: Simple Truths of Leadership Playbook #11
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Personalized Approaches to Weight Loss: Tailoring Bariatric Surgery to Individual Needs
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It’s been 70 years since the first bariatric surgery, and weight loss continues to dominate headlines. As you’ve heard our experts stress before, effective weight loss strategies emphasize changes in habits for long-term weight loss and overall health. Sima Shahbandar, M.D., an internal medicine doctor with Texas Tech Physicians at the TTP Multispe…
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Inflammation of the Brain: Shedding the Light on Encephalitis
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You may have heard about encephalitis being a possible threat in certain areas of the world, but if you’re like me, you might not know much else. Although we hear about it happening somewhere else in the world, it doesn’t mean we’re immune to it here in the U.S. Our guest for this episode is Walter Duarte, M.D., a neurologist with the TTUHSC School…
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Creating Us - Episode 97: Simple Truths of Leadership Playbook #10
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Beyond the Classroom Bell: How Hearing Loss Impacts Rural Teens
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Hearing loss in rural adolescents is almost double that of the general population of children. We might think of rural areas as peaceful and quiet, but sometimes it gets loud enough to cause harm. Our expert for this episode is Leigh Ann Reel, Au.D., Ph.D., Director of the Center for Speech, Language, and Hearing Research in the Doctor of Audiology…
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Empowering Health Care Providers: the Transformative Role of AI in Clinical Practice
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This is the final installment of our three-part series on artificial intelligence in health care for patients, in education and for providers. Part three focuses on the impact of AI on health care providers. Our guests for this series are: Dr. Steph Hoelscher, DNP and associate professor, and Dr. Grace Sun, DNP and associate professor, both from th…
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Creating Us - Episode 96: Simple Truths of Leadership Playbook # 9
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Empowering Health Care Students: AI's Role in Health Care Education
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This is part two of a three-part series on artificial intelligence in health care for patients, in education and for providers. Part two focuses on the impact of AI on health care education, including the benefits and challenges. Our guests for this series are: Dr. Steph Hoelscher, DNP and associate professor, and Dr. Grace Sun, DNP and associate p…
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Empowering Patients: Harnessing the Potential of AI in Your Care
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This is part one of a three-part series on artificial intelligence in health care for patients, in education and for providers. Part one focuses on the impact of AI for the general public and how it is used to improve everything from patient education and preventive care to diagnostics and personalized medicine. Our guests for this series are: Dr. …
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Creating Us - Episode 95: Simple Truths of Leadership Playbook 7-8
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Election Anxiety 101: Recognizing and Addressing Stressors in Politics
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Learn to be mindful of your mental health during election season. If you're feeling overwhelmed by campaign ads or dreading talking to loved ones, coworkers or neighbors because they bring up politics, you're not alone. Our guest for this episode is Madison Bishop, LMFT, senior therapist at the Department of Psychiatry's Counseling Center's employe…
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Creating Us - Episode 94: Simple Truths of Leadership Playbook #6
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Seasonal Allergies and Upper Respiratory Issues: Tips for Keeping You, Others Healthy
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Is it allergies? Is it a cold or is it something else that's making us sneeze and cough? If you do find yourself with a runny nose or cough, is it better to stay home and eat chicken soup or to visit your primary care provider or even go to the emergency room? Our guest for this episode is Rafael Rosalez, M.D., a family medicine doctor with Texas T…
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Creating Us - Episode 93: Simple Truths of Leadership Playbook #5
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Exploring Evidence-Based Aesthetics with a Physician
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Consider the largest organ in the body. Look after it and it'll take care of you. Our guest for this episode is Patti May, M.D., TTUHSC School of Medicine’s Family and Community Medicine Department and is with Texas Tech Physicians at UMC Health and Wellness Hospital. Dr. May tells us that it’s never too early to pay attention to your skin for prev…
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Creating Us - Episode 92: Simple Truths of Leadership Playbook, Week 4
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Creating Us - Episode 91: Simple Truths of Leadership Playbook, Week 3
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Healthy Boundaries, Happy Relationships: Setting Limits in the Face of Jealousy and Envy
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What does it mean to be jealous or envious in a relationship? What does it do to our mental and physical health? Our guest for this episode is Robert Ragland, licensed professional counselor in the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine's Department of Psychiatry and Employee Assistance Program. He explains the differences …
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Creating Us - Episode 90: Simple Truths of Leadership Playbook #2
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This week we dive into Simple Truth #2. Comments/Questions? Let me know at Jason.Weber@ttu.eduPor Office of Leader and Culture Development
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Creating Us - Episode 89: Interview with Texas Tech University President Dr. Schovanec
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Join Shelbie and I as we spend some time talking leadership and respect with our President of Texas Tech University, Dr. Lawrence Schovanec. Comments/Questions? Let us know at Jason.Weber@ttu.eduPor Office of Leader and Culture Development
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Breaking the Stigma Around Prostate Cancer
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Advances in detection and treatment for prostate cancer has improved so much that it's possible that patients are left with less dramatic side effects than those of past years. The key to this is early detection. Pranav Sharma, M.D., division chief of urologic oncology and clinical medical director, tells us who should get tested and when, who is a…
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Creating Us - Episode 88: Simple Truths of Leadership Playbook Launch with Randy Conley
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From Early Detection to Clear Solutions: Protecting Your Child's Vision
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Children eye diseases and conditions are common, but certain diseases can only be cured if caught before they turn two. Temiloluwa Abikoye, M.D., an ophthalmologist, specializing in pediatric ophthalmology at Texas Tech Physicians, describes and explains these conditions and diseases. Dr. Abikoye also tell us what physicians look out for and what p…
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Silent Thief of Sight: Understanding Glaucoma
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January is Glaucoma Awareness Month. Glaucoma is the leading cause of irreversible blindness and more prevalent among Black and Hispanic populations. Matt Porter, M.D., is an ophthalmologist in the department of ophthalmology and visual sciences. Dr. Porter explains the different types of glaucoma and treatments and how it affects our vision. He al…
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Mindful Moments: Integrating Self-Care into Your Daily Life
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Self-care isn't selfish. It's taking time to do the things that will help improve your physical and mental health. Poorvanshi Alag, M.D., assistant professor in the department of psychiatry, explains the different kinds of self-care and why it's important to practice, even small acts of self-care.Por Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
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Find Your Fitness Flow: Designing a Workout Routine You Actually Stick to
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One of the things our experts agree on for improving our health, in addition to quitting smoking, is getting daily exercise. Move that body. How do you start or how do you get back to exercising if it’s been a while? Here to tell us how to ease into it is Toby Brooks, Ph.D., associate professor and program director of the TTUHSC School of Health Pr…
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Creating Us - Episode 87: Interview with Liesl Wyett-Long (TTUHSC)
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Join us as we spend some time talking change and confidence with TTUHSC's own Liesl Wyett-Long. Comments/Questions? Let me know at Jason.Weber@ttu.eduPor Office of Leader and Culture Development
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From FOMO to JOMO: Embracing the Joy of Missing Out
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Since the pandemic, many of us have seen an increase in the time we spend in front of screens – whether it’s placing an order for food or a delivery, scheduling an appointment, doing homework or chatting with friends or family. That additional time in front of screens could be harming our physical and mental health. Our guest for this episode is Lo…
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