The Scope Radio

Dr. Mariana Baserga is a neonatologist and takes care of some of the most vulnerable people on earth—premature babies. She talks with Dr. Tom Miller about just what her job entails and how she takes care of her tiny patients. There are many reasons premature babies end up in Dr. Baserga’s care. She discusses some of the ailments she commonly sees and how her team works together to make those babies as strong and healthy as possible while remaining family-friendly.

Babies get tested for many things right after they are born. The heel prick includes a test for phenylketonuria (PKU), a rare birth defect that causes a certain amino acid to build up in the body. Dr. Gellner talks about this disorder and what a PKU diagnosis means for you and your new baby.

A recent study tested whether social media use would increase article readership and discussion. Dr. John Ryan co-authored the study “A Randomized Trial of Social Media from Circulation.” He talks about the surprising findings of the study and some criticisms it received. Dr. Ryan also discusses how this project is going to evolve into further studying the use of social media to share medical information.

If you’re going to undergo endoscopic sinus surgery, you may have some questions regarding your recovery. Will you have extensive bandaging and bruising? How long before you can go back to work? Sinus surgeon Dr. Richard Orlandi answers some common questions regarding recovery from sinus surgery and how you can speed your recovery. If you or someone you know is considering sinus surgery, check out our other podcasts with Dr. Orlandi about how sinus surgery will help you, preparing for the surgery, the surgery itself and facts about sinus surgery. Click here to make an appointment to see if sinus surgery is right for you.

If you’re scheduled for endoscopic sinus surgery, you may be curious about how the surgeon clears your sinuses. Dr. Richard Orlandi is a sinus specialist and offers a play-by-play of the surgery. If you’re looking for some peace of mind before your surgery, give this a listen to learn exactly what’s going to happen. If you or someone you know is considering sinus surgery, check out our other podcasts with Dr. Orlandi about how sinus surgery can help you, surgery preparation, post-surgery recovery and facts about sinus surgery. Click here to make an appointment to see if sinus surgery is right for you.

If you’re going in for sinus surgery, do you know how much time to take off work for recovery? Dr. Richard Orlandi discusses what you should consider before undergoing surgery. If you or someone you know is considering sinus surgery, check out our other podcasts with Dr. Orlandi about how sinus surgery can help you, the surgery itself, recovery and facts about sinus surgery. Click here to make an appointment to see if sinus surgery is right for you.

Are you plagued by sinus problems and considering an operation? Dr. Richard Orlandi is a sinus surgery specialist. He describes how sinus surgery works and what to expect if you’re thinking about having this type of surgery. Dr. Orlandi also addresses some myths and misconceptions about sinus surgery. If you or someone you know is considering sinus surgery, check out our other podcasts with Dr. Orlandi about preparing for surgery, the surgery itself, recovery and how sinus surgery can help you. Click here to make an appointment to see if sinus surgery is right for you.

People with chronic sinus problems suffer from other types of problems stemming from sinus inflammation – congestion, loss of sense of smell and taste and trouble sleeping. Dr. Richard Orlandi, sinus surgeon, says that sinus issues really affect quality of life. He discusses what surgery can do to help you enjoy life without a congested head. If you or someone you know is considering sinus surgery, check out our other podcasts with Dr. Orlandi about preparing for sinus surgery, the surgery itself, recovery and facts about sinus surgery. Click here to make an appointment to see if sinus surgery is right for you.

Kayte Thomas’ daughter was born with some of her organs sticking out. Her daughter had gastroschsis, a rare and devastating birth defect. In this interview, Dr. Kirtly Parker Jones talks with Kayte and Marcia Feldkamp, a birth defects and gastroschisis researcher. Katie talks about the moment she learned about her daughter’s condition and her journey to find support and connect mothers and children affected by birth defects. She talks about resources for mothers of children with birth defects and how to get involved to provide awareness about birth defects.

There’s nothing more devastating than seeing your child suffer a painful, life-changing scalding burn injury. And for most parents, they think it will never happen to their child. That’s what Taylor Vowles thought. Hear his story about the day his son got second-degree scald burns over 8% of his body. Listen and learn from his experience so that you can better prevent burn injuries happening to your child.

Scalds are the most common burn injury for children under five, they are painful and can be life changing. Unfortunately, it’s easier then you think for a child to suffer severe burns from hot drinks, bathwater, and microwave foods. Prevention is always the best first step, but if your child did get a scald injury, would you know what to do to minimize the damage and pain? Annette Matherly from the Utah Burn Center tells you about the four C’s; four steps that can really make a difference that everyone should know in case a child you love gets scalded.

It’s a myth that getting head lice is a result of poor hygiene. Dr. Kyle Bradford Jones is here to tell you that it can happen to anyone – even the families of physicians. He talks about the best ways to treat the family’s scalps and disinfect your house from these disturbing pests.

Academic pressures have led to a nationwide trend to cut back on physical education and recess in public schools. Timothy Brusseau, Ph.D., assistant professor in exercise and sport science at the University of Utah talks about how this impacts kids, and how it will impact them as adults. He describes research that shows why even teachers and administrators focused on academic achievement should embrace an education that nourishes the whole child.

Whooping cough (pertussis) is making a comeback: the number of cases in 2014 was higher than it’s been in decades. Babies can’t receive the pertussis vaccine until several months after they are born, which can make it difficult to protect new babies. Dr. Cindy Gellner talks about several preventative measures to take that could save the life of your vulnerable newborn.

If you’re thinking about applying to PA programs, the director of admissions for the University of Utah’s physician assistant program has some advice for you. Doris Dalton encourages some deep thinking and research before you just throw schools with PA programs on your list. She also gives sound advice for PA applications and requirements. A must listen for anyone planning on applying for PA school!