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The Informed Patient

Amber Smith
Physical Therapy
Dungeons & Dragons
Bird Flu
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Alzheimer's Disease
Upstate Medical University
Social Adjustment Issues
Teen Therapy
Covid-19
Maternal Mortality
Mental Health
Mental Health Treatment
Role-Playing Games
Psychology
Adolescent Sexual Health
Brain Health
Sleep
Hospital At Home
Test Anxiety
Neurosurgery

The Informed Patient is Upstate Medical University's podcast on health, science and medicine, featuring experts from Central New York's only academic medical center.

PublishesDailyEpisodes1591Founded9 years ago
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Interview with the Rev. Kate Dunn and Tom Anderson

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Recent Guests

Genevieve DeFrancesco
A trauma nurse navigator at Upstate and an active member of the Society of Trauma Nurses.
Upstate Medical University
Episode: Traumatic injury patients recover emotionally as well as physically
Jackson Tarr
Respiratory therapist and tobacco treatment education coordinator
Upstate Cancer Center
Episode: How to ditch cigarettes or e-cigarettes successfully
Cathy Narcavage-Bradley
A clinical outpatient health educator specializing in breastfeeding and lactation support
Upstate Medical University
Episode: Breastfeeding benefits infants and new mothers but can present challenges
Dr. Katie Anderson
Onondaga County Health Commissioner and Associate Professor of Microbiology and Immunology at Upstate
Onondaga County Health Department
Episode: Exposure to the deadly rabies virus requires prompt action
Dr. Vincent Calleo
Adult and pediatric emergency physician, division chief for medical toxicology, and medical director of the Upstate New York Poison Center
Upstate Medical University
Episode: Rising exposure of kids to medications: attempts at self-harm?
Melaina King
Trauma Program Manager
Upstate Medical University
Episode: The benefits of treatment at a Level 1 trauma center
Dr. James Demer
Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist at Upstate
Upstate Medical University
Episode: Upstate provides behavioral, mental health services in Syracuse city schools
Dr. Susan Samudre
Assistant professor of anesthesiology and director of regional anesthesia
Upstate Medical University
Episode: Anesthesiologists offer variety of methods to prepare patients for surgery
Robyn Chalupa
Chair and Program Director of Physician Assistant Studies at Upstate's College of Health Professions
Upstate Medical University
Episode: Physician assistants among most popular health care careers

Host

Amber Smith
Host of the show, providing insightful discussions with health experts on various medical topics.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 17 ratings
  • Very informative

    A wonderful, informative listen each week. Amber does a great job of asking medical professionals timely and relevant questions that will yield answers that anyone can understand. A great way to stay in tune with what’s happening in the world of healthcare.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Aarick K
    United States2 years ago
  • Sick in the head

    Pushing vaxx

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    bobpick68
    United States3 years ago

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Traumatic injury patients recover emotionally as well as physically
Q: Do you think more severe trauma is more likely to prompt someone to develop depression afterward?
Severity of the injury plays a role, but it's not the sole factor; pre-existing conditions and coping skills also matter significantly.
Traumatic injury patients recover emotionally as well as physically
Q: What are the most common types of psychological trauma following a traumatic injury that you see?
Traumatic injuries can lead to various psychological symptoms like increased worries, restlessness, and mood changes, which often go untreated if not addressed early.
How to ditch cigarettes or e-cigarettes successfully
Q: What can friends and family do to help someone who's trying to quit?
The most helpful thing is not to pressure your loved one; celebrate small successes and keep cigarettes or vapes out of sight.
How to ditch cigarettes or e-cigarettes successfully
Q: What are the top reasons that you hear from people that they want to quit smoking or vaping?
Health is typically the number one option; they want to breathe better, more energy, and family is a big player; the cost of cigarettes also plays a significant role.
Breastfeeding benefits infants and new mothers but can present challenges
Q: Is it common to have trouble with getting a newborn to latch properly?
Yes, difficulties in getting a proper latch are common and can lead to pain and complications for the mother.

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2. Jackson Tarr
3. Cathy Narcavage-Bradley
4. Dr. Katie Anderson
5. Dr. Vincent Calleo
6. Melaina King
7. Dr. James Demer
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