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Healthy Vitals
Inspiring patient stories, helpful insights, and health tips from Summa Health thought leaders to give you actionable steps to improve your overall health and strengthen the pulse of our community.
Episodes
Healthy VitalsShoulder Pain: Causes, Injuries, and Treatment
Dr. Ryan Urchek gives an overview of shoulder pain from common causes, injuries, and treatment options.
Healthy VitalsJuneteenth: What it is and Why it’s Celebrated
Dr. Yoleetah Ilodi & Iriel Hopkins discuss Juneteenth and its importance. For more information on Summa Health’s commitment to diversity and inclusion, visit…
Healthy VitalsMultiple Sclerosis: Symptoms, Treatment, and More
Dr. Dmitri Kolychev, a neurologist at Summa Health, discusses the influx of Multiple Sclerosis diagnoses in the United States. Learn about MS symptoms…
Healthy VitalsNurses Week: Celebrating Nurses and Their Commitment to Our Community
Tiffany Collins discusses her journey and passion for nursing. National Nurses Week is May 6-12, 2022. Summa will be celebrating a little early, May 3-7, 2022…
Healthy VitalsGetting Help for Long-Term Post-COVID Symptoms
While most people with COVID-19 recover and return to normal health within a few weeks, others have symptoms that linger for months after recovery. Even people…
Healthy VitalsMaternal Health in the Black Community
Dr. Cheryl Jonhson leads a discussion focusing on empowerment in the black community, especially maternal health.
Healthy VitalsTesticular Cancer: An Overview from Prevention to Treatment
Dr. Dankoff provides an overview of testicular cancer. Learn about symptoms, prevention, and treatment options.
Healthy VitalsWhat Makes a Great Doctor - Personal Insights, Advice, and Why they Chose Medicine
Dr. Shanu Agarwal and resident Kortnie Broschinsky discuss their journey into healthcare.
Healthy VitalsOccupational Therapy: What Is It, How Does It Help, Who Should See An OT
Craig Wood leads a discussion focusing on occupational therapy, its benefits, and why he got into the field.
Healthy VitalsOur Commitment to Creating a Healthier Community
Iriel Hopkins and Marlo Schmidt discuss ways in which Summa Health System contributes to a healthier community.
Healthy VitalsSudden Infant Death Syndrome – What You Need to Know
Karen Frantz DeSeptis and Ericka Malone lead a discussion on SIDS, and important information you need to know.
Healthy VitalsAn Overview of Osteoporosis: Prevention to Treatment
Natalie Hiltbrand, an Osteoporosis Specialist at Summa Health, leads a discussion on osteoporosis treatment, as well as prevention.
Healthy VitalsWhy Am I So Tired
Dr. Ketan Deoras discusses some of the more common issues of fatigue.
Healthy VitalsThe Importance of Knowing Your Family Health History
Dr. Lynn Hamrich discusses why it is important to know the health history in your family.

Healthy VitalsThe Future of Epilepsy Care Begins Now
Dr. Marvin Rossi leads a discussion on epilepsy, covering symptoms, treatment, as well as new practices in care.
Healthy VitalsComing Out: How to Feel and Show Support During a Time of Vulnerability
We talk about tips on how to go about telling friends and family. And for friends and family, ways to show support when loved ones share with you.
Healthy VitalsEnlarged Prostate Relief
Dr. Jospeh Dankoff and Dr. Kevin Spear lead a discussion on prostate health.
Healthy VitalsTop Questions to Ask Your Provider When You’re Pregnant
Dr. Stephen D’Abreau covers important questions and topics that you should be asking your healthcare provider if you are expecting a baby.
Healthy VitalsIs a Broken Heart a Physical Ailment: Understanding the Grief Recovery Method
The Executive Director Kemp Boyd and Advocate Tracy Carter discuss what the Grief Recovery Method is, why its important to Akron and specifically to the black…
Healthy VitalsBattling Drug Addiction in our Community: All About First Step
Jason Kolb, MD Defines what opioid addiction is, what it can look like, and the help that is available in our community.
Healthy VitalsPain Relief after Total Joint Replacement Surgery: Reducing the Need for Narcotics and Opioids
Dr. Kiel Pfefferle discusses how Summa Health is moving away from opioids and narcotics as the primary pain relief after joint replacement surgery.
Healthy VitalsPTSD: Symptoms and Treatments
Dr. Adam Ripley discusses trauma exposure common and not limited to combat trauma.
Healthy VitalsThings That Go Bump in the Night: Odd Sleep Behaviors
Parasomnias are a group of sleep disorders that involve unwanted events or experiences that occur while you are falling asleep, sleeping or waking up…
Healthy VitalsWhat You Need to Know about Colorectal Screenings
Dr. John Fonran discusses the importance of colorectal health, and why gettings screened is important.
Healthy VitalsAll About Sinus Conditions
Dr. Philip Khalil and Dr. Ryan Gerritsen lead a discussion on sinus conditions, as well as treatment options.

Healthy VitalsLaughter in Times of Stress
What does laughter do to the mind and body? Megan Dean is a Laughter Leader and explains why laughing is beneficial, especially during stressful times. Take a…
Healthy VitalsThe Effects of COVID 19 on Heart Health
Dr. Roger Chaffee, Summa Health Cardiologist, discusses the potential long and short effects of COVID 19 on the health of your heart.
Healthy VitalsKeeping Kidney Stones in Check: Prevention and Treatment Options
Dr. Joseph Dankoff discusses the prevention, treatment, and management with kidney stones and how to keep them in check.
Healthy VitalsPut Insomnia to Bed
Dr. Ketan Deoras shares his insight on understanding insomnia and tips of treating the difficult disorder.
Healthy VitalsSumma Doctors Address The Black Community’s Hesitancy With The COVID-19 Vaccine
Drs. Yoleetah and George Ilodi share their racial and medical perspectives about why they believe the vaccine is important for our black community.
Healthy VitalsHow to Get Relief from Heartburn and GERD
Options for those who suffer from GERD and heartburn are available. Dr. Bedford explains how.
Healthy VitalsManaging and Treating Back & Neck Pain
Dr. Sam Borsellino discusses managing and treating both back & neck pain.
Healthy VitalsStroke Signs, Symptoms, and Recovery
Dr. Susana Bowling discusses the signs of a stroke, symptoms, and stroke recovery.
Healthy VitalsAll About Sleep Apnea
Dr. James Bavis & Dr. Ketan Deoras explain sleep apnea as well as signs, symptoms, and what to expect.
Healthy VitalsAddressing Common Pelvic Health Issues
Dr. Megan Cesta and senior physical therapist Amy Senn discuss common pelvic health issues women may experience.
Healthy VitalsBreast Cancer: The Importance of Knowing Your Risk
Dr. Keristen Brantley & Dr. Victoria Van Fossen discuss Breast Cancer Prevention and Treatment.
Healthy VitalsAlzheimer’s Awareness: Symptoms, Stages, and Support
Amanda Harvan sheds light on the symptoms, stages and support of Alzheimer's.
Healthy VitalsMen’s Well-Being: All About Prostate Health
Dr. Kevin Spear discusses men's health and different risk factors and how to ensure optimal well-being.

Healthy VitalsBreaking the Stigma of Mental Illness
Emily Hionides-Horner discusses 7 ways to overcome mental health stigma.
Healthy VitalsCan Obesity be Considered a Disease
Dr. Adrian Dan discusses obesity as a metabolic disease.
Healthy VitalsThe Modern Guide to Heart Health
Dr. Peter Bittenbender shares his insight on the modern guide to heart health.

