CarleCast Archive

Addiction Medicine
Dr. Kirk Moberg, board-certified in internal medicine and specialty certified in addiction medicine, discusses the addiction agent in the brain and how new medicinal treatments deal with the prevention of substance abuse. Download MP3 or PDF transcript.

Allergists: Good for more than just hay fever
Dr. Richard Lavi, board-certified Allergist who practices at Carle Clinic - Bloomington, discusses the range of conditions addressed by allergists, as well as details of effective treatment plans. Download MP3 or PDF transcript.

Blood and Transfusions
Concerns of the past are swept away as Dr. Bruce Wellman, a board-certified pathologist and CEO of Carle Clinic, talks about the latest developments in blood transfusions. From the safety of the volunteer blood supply to addressing the fears of transfusions, Dr. Wellman alleviates many patient’s concerns. Download MP3 or PDF transcript.

Colonoscopy: The standard for screening
Dr. Paul Tender of Carle Clinic discusses how the prevention of colon cancer has changed over the years. Board-certified and fellowship-trained, Dr. Tender explains many of the common misconceptions and describes new, easier prep procedures. Download MP3 or PDF transcript.

Coping with Back Pain
Millions of Americans today suffer from acute and chronic back pain due to a number of factors ranging from heredity to degenerative disc disease. Learn from a board-certified orthopedic surgeon the causes of back pain and the latest trends and discoveries in its treatment. Download MP3 or PDF transcript.

Credentialing
How do you know if your doctor is qualified? Dr. Napoleon Knight, Vice President for Medical Affairs at Carle Foundation Hospital discusses how physician credentials are checked and rechecked. From hiring new physicians to continuing medical education, Dr. Knight explains how the experience and expertise of physicians is verified and evaluated. Download MP3 or PDF transcript.

Dental Implants
Moving beyond just crowns and bridges, dental implants are offering patients a more natural look and feel. Dr. Steven Sabol, a board-certified DDS in oral and maxillofacial surgery talks about the newest innovations being done at Carle Clinic. Download MP3 or PDF transcript.

Female Incontinence
Contrary to popular opinion, female incontinence is not uncommon and there are several successful ways to treat it. A board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist will explain the various types of female incontinence and the treatments and procedures that can bring comfort to millions of women. Download MP3 or PDF transcript.

Foundation Day 2006
For 50 years, Foundation Day has brought educational opportunities to physicians across east central Illinois. Speaking with a number of presenters, Dr. Graham showcases some of the topics of the most recent Foundation Day and gives insight to how physicians and patients benefit from this annual event. Download MP3 or PDF transcript.

Macular Degeneration
Gradually going blind has to be one of the scariest things one can experience. Board-certified ophthalmologist, Dr. John Lowery talks about macular degeneration and cutting edge treatments utilized at Carle Clinic. Download MP3 or PDF transcript.

Sleep Apnea
From imitating the distinctive pause and gasp snore to describing what a sleep lab is, a board-certified sleep medicine physician relates the causes, symptoms and treatment options of those suffering from sleep apnea. Download MP3 or PDF transcript.