St. Joseph’s Health Medcast features doctors, nurses and clinical leaders sharing information about health concerns and the services we offer to help improve lives in our community.
A behind-the-scenes look at St. Joseph’s high-volume, multidisciplinary cardiac team and how surgeon experience, specialized nursing, and advanced anesthesia protocols support safe, high-quality robotic and minimally invasive heart surgery. Learn more about Charles Lutz, MD
In this episode Dr. Ali Al-Mudamgha, MD, explains how modern AFib treatments protect both heart and brain — from catheter ablation to the Watchman device. Learn about stroke prevention, when to consider ablation, and what pulsed field ablation (PFA) means for safety and outcomes. Visit https://sjhsyr.org/CVI for more information.
In this episode Dr. Madison Healy, MD explains why menopause care is getting the attention it deserves and how a dedicated clinic at St. Joseph’s Health offers personalized, longer visits to address symptoms and long-term health. Learn about menopause symptoms, hormone replacement therapy, bone density and heart disease risk — and what doctors can do to help you feel better. Learn more about…
This episode breaks down how targeted lung cancer screening and low-dose CT scans are changing outcomes and why eligible patients should act now. Dr. David Wormuth, MD and Dr. Michael Parish, MD, thoracic surgeons at St. Joseph's Health, explain screening criteria, insurance changes, and practical next steps.
Join orthopedic surgeon Dr. Brad Rayfield from St. Joseph's Health as he shares invaluable insights on how to stay safe during the winter months. Learn about the most common winter injuries and how to prevent them with simple strategies like proper footwear, awareness of icy surfaces, and warming up before outdoor activities. Don't let the winter season become injury season; tune in for expert…
Pregnancy is a journey that begins long before conception and continues well after delivery. In this episode, certified nurse midwife Sara Donnelly, CNM, from St. Joseph’s Health shares expert insight into maternal health across every stage—before, during, and after pregnancy. From preparing your body for pregnancy and navigating prenatal care, to understanding postpartum recovery and long‑term…
In this episode, we sit down with leading medical oncologist, Dr. Haider Khadim from St. Joseph's Health, to talk about what’s new—and what’s next—in breast cancer treatment. From groundbreaking therapies to updated screening guidelines, we break down the latest advancements in a way that’s easy to understand. Whether you’re a patient, a loved one, or just curious about the science behind the…
Heartburn is common—but the solutions are evolving. On this episode, we’re exploring what’s new at St. Joseph’s Heartburn Center. From integrated care between gastroenterologists and surgeons to advanced techniques like transoral incisionless fundoplication, or TIF, this is care you won’t find anywhere else in Syracuse. Dr. Beata Belfield joins us to break down what these innovations mean for…
Dr. Julie Moore, Chief Nursing Officer at St. Joseph’s Health discusses the vision and impact of the Vizient Nurse Residency Program. Dr. Moore shares her insights on preparing new nurses for practice, the importance of structured support, and how the program is helping reduce turnover while strengthening the future of nursing. Tune in for an inspiring look at leadership, innovation, and the heart…
Dr. Po Lam, a nationally recognized urologist and robotic surgeon affiliated with St. Joseph’s Health and Associated Medical Professionals of NY, is part of a team of surgeons who are leading the way in Central New York with the da Vinci SP (Single Port) robotic surgical system, a cutting-edge technology that allows complex procedures to be performed through a single small incision. Learn more…