DocTalks
The DocTalks Podcast, a conversation on what’s new and relevant in the world of medicine and hospital health care in Canada. Join us for each episode, as our host, Mandi Fields interviews St. Joseph's Health Care London's physicians, patients and caregivers to dive deep into what it’s like to treat and live with some of today’s most common health challenges.
Our episodes focus on various health concerns from cancer and diabetes, to mental health care and dementia. We explore the latest research, discoveries and treatments with world renowned experts from St. Joseph’s. We want to help our listeners know how to prevent and detect illness and how to better navigate our health care system. Be sure to check here for our latest episodes or subscribe to the DocTalks Podcast. You can also follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram @stjosephslondon.
The DocTalks Podcast is brought to you in partnership with St. Joseph's Health Care Foundation with production by Emily Mackey and Jordan Moore.
Note: The content of St. Joseph's DocTalks Podcast is for informational purposes only. The material is not intended for and should not be used as a substitute for direct medical advice from a licensed health care practitioner.
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Dr. Jennie Wells
Advancing Diagnosis and Treatment in the Care of Older People
Sep 22, 2022
Dr. Jennie Wells, Chair, Geriatric Medicine at St. Joseph’s discusses several health conditions commonly associated with aging and how we can best maintain cognitive and physical health into our golden years.
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Dr. Muriel Brackstone
Women’s Health: The Importance of Breast Cancer Screening
May 31, 2022
Dr. Muriel Brackstone is Medical Director of the Breast Care Program at St. Joseph’s Hospital. In this lecture, she discusses the importance of breast cancer screening and diagnosis, and how you can be your own health advocate.
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Dr. Tom Sheidow
Understanding Retinal Disease: What You Can Do to Prevent Vision Loss
Jun 24, 2021
Dr. Tom Sheidow is an ophthalmologist and surgeon at St. Joseph’s Ivey Eye Institute as well as an associate professor in the Department of Ophthalmology at Western University’s Schulich School of Medicine. He will discuss prevention strategies and current treatment options for common retinal conditions, such as age-related macular degeneration and diabetic eye disease.
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Dr. Janet Pope
What you Need to Know About Rheumatoid Arthritis
Feb 04, 2020
Dr. Janet Pope is the head of Rheumatology at St. Joseph’s Hospital and a professor of medicine in the Division of Rheumatology at Western University’s Schulich School of Medicine. She will provide insight into how Rheumatoid Arthritis affects the body and the importance of early diagnosis and treatment.
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Dr. Rookaya Mather
Let's Talk About Dry Eye
Nov 13, 2019
Dr. Mather is an ophthalmologist at St. Joseph’s Ivey Eye Institute and an associate professor at Western University’s Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry. In this video she reviews the current understanding of Dry Eye Disease and how the condition can be managed effectively.
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Dr. Tim Doherty
How Aging Nerves and Muscles Affect Mobility
Sep 17, 2019
Dr. Doherty is the Chair/Chief of the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at St. Joseph’s and Western University and a researcher with Lawson Health Research Institute. In this video he explains how nerve and muscle function are impacted by aging and shares the best ways to maintain healthy muscles and mobility as we grow older.
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