The Scope Radio

Does your child’s nose seem to be a trauma magnet, constantly getting bumped, bruised, and bloodied? It’s pretty typical for kids to hurt their nose as they play and explore. Pediatrician Dr. Cindy Gellner talks about how you should treat your child’s injured nose at home and when it’s time to go to the doctor.

Going to the doctor can be a hassle. Taking time off work, driving to the office and sitting in a waiting room can take hours to solve a, sometimes simple, problem. The University of Utah’s Virtual Visit program is using technology to address that issue by conducting a doctor’s visit online. Nate Gladwell, director of Telehealth at University of Utah Health Care talks about the service offered at the U and how it’s a part of imagining perfect health care.

“Prevention is the best type of medicine,” says Dr. Troy Madsen. Working in the ER, Dr. Madsen has seen people on their worst days. So how has this changed his outlook on personal health? Dr. Madsen talks about some lifestyle changes he has made after years of experience in the emergency room.

Going to the doctor can be a hassle. Taking time off work, driving to the office and sitting in a waiting room can take hours to solve a, sometimes simple, problem. The University of Utah’s Virtual Visit program is using technology to address that issue by conducting a doctor’s visit online. Nate Gladwell, director of Telehealth at University of Utah Health Care talks about the service offered at the U and how it’s a part of imagining perfect health care.

“Prevention is the best type of medicine,” says Dr. Troy Madsen. Working in the ER, Dr. Madsen has seen people on their worst days. So how has this changed his outlook on personal health? Dr. Madsen talks about some lifestyle changes he has made after years of experience in the emergency room.

The FDA recently banned the antibacterial chemical triclosan from consumer products for its potential negative health and environmental impact. Triclosan is present in everything from soap, to body wash, to even toothpaste. Dr. Kirtly Parker Jones discusses the potential harms triclosan can pose to you and your family and why you may want to check the labels of products in your home.

The FDA recently banned the antibacterial chemical triclosan from consumer products for its potential negative health and environmental impact. Triclosan is present in everything from soap, to body wash, to even toothpaste. Dr. Kirtly Parker Jones discusses the potential harms triclosan can pose to you and your family and why you may want to check the labels of products in your home.

Many people who clench their teeth don’t even realize they do it. Chronically clenching and grinding your teeth can lead to some serious dental issues, including cracks, wearing and even tooth loss. Periodontist Dr. David Okano talks about the potential problems of teeth clenching and how your dentist can help prevent further damage to your smile.

Many people who clench their teeth don’t even realize they do it. Chronically clenching and grinding your teeth can lead to some serious dental issues, including cracks, wearing and even tooth loss. Periodontist Dr. David Okano talks about the potential problems of teeth clenching and how your dentist can help prevent further damage to your smile.

Advancements over the past 20 years have led orthopedic specialists to pursue knee and hip replacement procedures sooner rather than later. Dr. Tom Miller talks with Dr. Chris Peters, professor of orthopedics, about how new prostheses, surgery techniques and rehabilitation have led to adopting this new approach to knee and hip replacement, and why it’s better for your overall recovery.

Advancements over the past 20 years have led orthopedic specialists to pursue knee and hip replacement procedures sooner rather than later. Dr. Tom Miller talks with Dr. Chris Peters, professor of orthopedics, about how new prostheses, surgery techniques and rehabilitation have led to adopting this new approach to knee and hip replacement, and why it’s better for your overall recovery.

Parents, especially new ones, can become obsessed with what’s in their child’s diaper. How much is enough? How much is too little? What color is normal? Pediatrician Dr. Cindy Gellner addresses three of the most common bowel movement myths about toddlers.

Parents, especially new ones, can become obsessed with what’s in their child’s diaper. How much is enough? How much is too little? What color is normal? Pediatrician Dr. Cindy Gellner addresses three of the most common bowel movement myths about toddlers.

Should you go to the ER for back pain? In this episode of ER or Not, emergency room physician Dr. Troy Madsen details the two symptoms you should be looking for that could be signs of something requiring immediate emergency care. The second one might surprise you.

“It is a playground for new ideas,” says Julie Beynon, director of the Imagine Perfect Care Resource Center. The recently opened center is a central hub to house, test and develop ideas to improve health care as we know it. The center focuses on making connections between organizations and providing resources, as well as feedback to help foster innovation in the U of U Health Sciences. Beynon explains the center’s mission and how it can help you get the ball rolling on that new idea.