Happier Healthier with Conway Medical Center

Welcome back! In this episode of Happier Healthier, we sit down with Dr. Jason Sharp of CMC Sports Medicine to talk about treating athletes and sports-related injuries, his sports medicine fellowship and more. To learn more about the CMC Sports Medicine Fellowship, click here. Interested in participating? Email " target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">[email protected]. Talking Points: (02:45) Taking time to slow down (03:30) Growing up as an athlete  (03:45) Finding sports medicine (05:00) Treating the whole athlete rather than the injury alone (07:30) Arthritis and acute pain (8:30) Treating an injured athlete (11:30) Orthobiologics (13:00) BMAC procedure (16:00) CMC Sports Medicine fellowship (20:00) Caring for athletes on-site (25:00) Dr. Sharp’s career highlights (28:00) CMC Sports Medicine and Horry County Schools (30:00) Preventing Burnout as a Physician (31:00) Injury prevention tips for new/returning athletes (33:00) Prehabilitation (35:00) The 1 thing Dr.Sharp wants to tell athletes experiencing pain  (36:30) Getting athletes back on the field  Sign up for the CMC Golf Classic: https://www.cmcfoundationsc.com/events/golf-classic/ Thanks for listening! Follow us on social media: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@conwaymed⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ X (Twitter): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠conwaymed⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ConwayMed⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@conwaymedicalcenter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This podcast is brought to you by the CMC Foundation. For more information, click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. 

Welcome to another weekly episode! Today's guest is Dr. Alicia Sanderson with CMC Ear Nose and Throat. Dr. Sanderson is a double board-certified Otolaryngologist and Facial Plastic and Reconstructive surgeon. She is also a former Navy Captain and Otolaryngology consultant to the White House in 2013. In 2017, she was named White House Consultant of the year. You will hear more about her background in this episode. You’ll also get some ENT tips like how to keep your ears safe as you age, what to use instead of Q-tips to clean your ears, and how listening to music too loud could put you at a high risk for hearing loss. Talking Points: (~04:00) Dr. Sanderson shares her path to finding medicine towards the end of college (~5:30) Dr. Sanderson’s experience in the Navy  (~8:30) Intro to Otolaryngology (~9:30) Intro to facial plastics fellowship (~11:30) Facial plastics and reconstruction (~17:00) Thyroid surgery (~21:00) Finding CMC (~23:00) Septoplasty and upper eyelid surgery  (~25:00) Why children with ear infections should see an ENT Physician  (~27:00) Swimmers ear caused by Q-tips (~28:00) How to safely clean your ears (~29:00) Listening to music and ear health (~31:00) What we can do to protect our hearing (~34:00 Hoarseness and Laryngitis (~36:00) Vocal cord conditions (~38:00) Anti-aging tips And just a reminder, All content discussed on CMC’s a Happier Healthier Podcast are the individual opinions of our hosts and guests and should not be construed as personalized medical advice.  By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast to treat any medical condition for either yourself or others.  Consult your own physician for any medical issues you may be having.  This disclaimer applies to any guest or contributor to the podcast. Thanks for listening! Follow us on social media: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@conwaymed⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ X (Twitter): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠conwaymed⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ConwayMed⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@conwaymedicalcenter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This podcast is brought to you by the CMC Foundation. For more information, click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. 

Thanks for joining us for another episode of the Happier Healthier podcast. Today's guest is Dr. Farayi Mbuvah from CMC Pain Management. In this episode, Dr. Mbuvah shares his remarkable journey from growing up on a farm in Zimbabwe to becoming a trailblazer in non-opioid pain treatment methods here in the United States. His passion for providing comprehensive, holistic chronic pain care that prioritizes patient safety is truly inspiring. Disclaimer: All content discussed on CMC's Happier Healthier podcast are the individual opinions of our hosts and guests and should not be construed as personalized medical advice. By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast to treat any medical condition for either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues you may be having. This disclaimer applies to any guest or contributor to the podcast. Show Notes: (~01:30) Finding health and happiness through work-life balance and family time (~03:35) Dr. Mbuvah shares his background and childhood in Zimbabwe (~08:40) Dr. Mbuvah's path to becoming a double-board certified pain management doctor in the states (~15:30) Journey to Conway Medical Center (~19:00) The importance of a multidisciplinary approach to pain management (~21:00) The connection between chronic pain and depression (~22:00) Understanding different pain syndromes (~23:30) Signs your pain is chronic and should be taken seriously (~25:00) What sparked Dr. Mbuvah's interest in pursuing non-opioid treatment modalities (~28:30) CMC Pain Management's array of treatment options (~31:00) Discussing opioids as a marketing strategy by pharmaceutical companies (~37:00) Building trust with chronic pain patients (~39:00) The role of ketamine treatments (~43:00) Dealing with the debilitating physical and mental aspects of chronic pain (~45:00) Inspiring patient success stories and improved quality of life (~47:00) Effectively treating pain without surgery (~49:00) A message to primary care providers about comprehensive pain management (~52:00) Dr. Mbuvah's favorite part about working at Conway Medical Center Follow us on socials: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@conwaymed⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ X (Twitter): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠conwaymed⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ConwayMed⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@conwaymedicalcenter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This podcast is brought to you by the CMC Foundation. For more information, click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. 

In this episode of Happier Healthier with Conway Medical Center, we welcome Morgan McGrane, a physical therapist and yoga instructor at CMC. Morgan shares her inspiring journey of overcoming Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis, which led her to discover her passion for physical therapy and yoga. Register here for the third annual CMC Tennis Classic. Talking Points: Morgan's childhood in Pennsylvania and her diagnosis with Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis (~03:00 - ~06:00) Her first experiences with physical therapy and the path to becoming a physical therapist (~05:00 - ~11:00) Introduction to teaching yoga and its benefits (~19:00) Morgan's real experience with getting into PT school and advice for dealing with rejection (~25:00 - ~26:30) Yoga for children and its importance (~30:00) Treating patients of all ages and varying arthritis treatments (~32:30 - ~35:45) Navigating discomfort while listening to your body and techniques like dry needling (~38:00 - ~39:00) Working with chronic pain, injuries, and vertigo (~41:00 - ~42:00) Offering yoga at CMC and establishing boundaries as a care provider (~45:00 - ~49:30) Combining yoga and physical therapy for holistic healing (~51:30) Morgan's favorite part of being a physical therapist and tips for fighting inflammation (~55:00 - ~58:00) Thanks for listening! Follow us on social media: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@conwaymed⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ X (Twitter): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠conwaymed⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ConwayMed⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@conwaymedicalcenter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This podcast is brought to you by the CMC Foundation. For more information, click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.  And just a reminder, All content discussed on CMC’s a Happier Healthier Podcast are the individual opinions of our hosts and guests and should not be construed as personalized medical advice.  By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast to treat any medical condition for either yourself or others.  Consult your own physician for any medical issues you may be having.  This disclaimer applies to any guest or contributor to the podcast.

Welcome to another episode of Happier Healthier with Conway Medical Center. Today, we are sitting down with Courtney Fuller, registered dietitian and clinical nutrition manager with CMC Nutrition. If you are looking to eat healthier, and feel overwhelmed by all the varying opinions about health and wellness, this is the episode for you. Courtney explains some of the biggest nutrition myths she regularly debunks for her patients (like why carbs are not the enemy), how to know what nutrition advice to trust online and simple tips everyone can implement to make eating healthy approachable and sustainable. ⁠ Thanks for listening! Follow us on social media: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@conwaymed⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ X (Twitter): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠conwaymed⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ConwayMed⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@conwaymedicalcenter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Register for the CMC Tennis Classic ⁠⁠here.⁠⁠ This podcast is brought to you by the CMC Foundation. For more information, click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.  And just a reminder, All content discussed on CMC’s a Happier Healthier Podcast are the individual opinions of our hosts and guests and should not be construed as personalized medical advice.  By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast to treat any medical condition for either yourself or others.  Consult your own physician for any medical issues you may be having.  This disclaimer applies to any guest or contributor to the podcast. Talking Points: (02:55) Courtney shares her upbringing and what sparked her interest in nutrition (04:00) Her role at CMC (05:00) How nutrition care varies in Courtney’s day-to-day role (05:30) CMC Diabetes Support Group (07:30) Learn about CMC Nutrition’s Outpatient Services (8:15) So how should we eat? (10:15) Working with patients who have diabetes and weight-loss goals (10:50) Working with providers to implement nutrition into a patient’s care (12:00) Nutrition and diabetes (12:30) “Carbs are not the enemy!” (16:00) Courtney’s favorite spot to find new recipes (18:20) Navigating a healthy diet in the south (20:00) The importance of small steps in a health and wellness journey (21:30) Advice for aspiring clinical nutritionists (23:00) The most common myth Courtney debunks for patients  (24:30) The future of clinical nutrition (25:00) Online nutrition noise we should avoid (26:00) How often should we eat? (27:00) Snacks to have on hand during long shifts (29:00) How to fuel for workouts (30:50) Healthy lifestyle tips for people with diabetes (34:00) Tips for prioritizing nutrition on a budget (38:00) Courtney leaves us with one final nutrition tip almost everyone can benefit from

Welcome to another episode of Happier Healthier with Conway Medical Center. Today, we are sitting down with Dr. Meghan Malone of CMC Digestive Health. March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, so we will discuss why colonoscopies are the best method for colon cancer screening and why you shouldn't fear these procedures. We will also talk extensively about gut health, covering inflammatory lifestyle habits to avoid, the best probiotics, and a wide range of digestive health topics. Register for the CMC Tennis Classic here. Talking Points: (01:30) Dr. Malone’s recent hacks for feeling happier and healthier (01:45) Growing up & background  (05:05) How gastroenterology in Horry County has grown in the the past decade (05:55) Dr. Malone explains how she uses EUS (endoscopic ultrasound) in the staging and workup of cancers (06:45) Why colonoscopy for colon cancer prevention & treatment (07:35) Why not use box tests for screening? (08:30) What is colonoscopy prep like? (10:50) The importance gut health has on overall health  (12:00) Common GI conditions (14:30) Food intolerances vs. autoimmune diseases  (16:00) Gluten  (17:45) Probiotics and gut, brain and overall health  (19:30) Top tips for good gut health (19:45) The importance of fiber (21:45) Can googling symptoms negatively affect your gut health? (23:20) When should you see a doctor for bloating? (24:00) Probiotic vs. prebiotic (24:30) Do apple cider vinegar and ginger shots support gut function? (25:00) Are there any one size fits all approaches to healthy eating? (26:00) Habits to change for better gut health (27:00) Healthier substitutions for pain management  (27:45) Dr. Malone’s favorite part of her job Thanks for listening! Follow us on social media: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@conwaymed⁠⁠⁠⁠ X (Twitter): ⁠⁠⁠⁠conwaymed⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠ConwayMed⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@conwaymedicalcenter⁠⁠⁠⁠ This podcast is brought to you by the CMC Foundation. For more information, click ⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠.  And just a reminder, All content discussed on CMC’s a Happier Healthier Podcast are the individual opinions of our hosts and guests and should not be construed as personalized medical advice.  By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast to treat any medical condition for either yourself or others.  Consult your own physician for any medical issues you may be having.  This disclaimer applies to any guest or contributor to the podcast.

Welcome to a BONUS episode of Happier Healthier with Conway Medical Center! Our guest is Dr. Sharon Thompson, Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Public Health at Coastal Carolina University. Dr. Thompson is our first guest from the Conway Medical Center College of Health and Human Performance, and she is a major force in CCU’s health education programs. On top of that, she has done extensive research on nutrition and health behavioral change. Some of her published studies look at topics like the female athlete triad, eating disorders in fitness communities and more. She is also a leader of the Swain Scholarship program and gives us a look into some of the incredible research those students are working on.  WARNING: We discuss some tough subjects, such as eating disorders, mental health and gun violence. If you feel like listening to this conversation will be harmful for you, we have plenty of other episodes in the archives to choose from. I also wanted to mention for anyone struggling with an eating disorder seeking help, National Eating Disorders Association has a 24/7 hotline available, call 1-888-375-7767. Of course, your primary care provider is another resource for any health concern you may be having. Talking points: Dr. Thompson’s background and path to public health Building CCU's public health program and the addition of the Conway Medical Center College of Health and Human Performance Dr. Thompson's research interests and areas of study The Swain Scholarship program and student research Social media's influence on mental health and disordered eating Perspectives on nutrition, body image, and fitness messaging Making healthy lifestyles accessible and addressing obesity Tips for heart health and responding to public health needs Dr. Thompson's insights on how social media impacts students Click here to sign up for the CMC Tennis Classic. Click here to learn about the Swain Scholars Program. Thanks for listening! Follow us on social media: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@conwaymed⁠⁠⁠⁠ X (Twitter): ⁠⁠⁠⁠conwaymed⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠ConwayMed⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@conwaymedicalcenter⁠⁠⁠⁠ This podcast is brought to you by the CMC Foundation. For more information, click ⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠.  And just a reminder, All content discussed on CMC’s a Happier Healthier Podcast are the individual opinions of our hosts and guests and should not be construed as personalized medical advice. By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast to treat any medical condition for either yourself or others.  Consult your own physician for any medical issues you may be having.  This disclaimer applies to any guest or contributor to the podcast.

Dr. Najla Itani, Medical Director of the CMC Cancer Center, joins us today on Happier Healthier! On top of being the Cancer Center’s Medical Director, Dr. Itani is also an Oncologist and Hematologist. She started here about five years ago, before our Cancer Center really existed and was able to kickstart this service and provide care to patients facing cancer in our community. From how to deal with a cancer diagnosis to why you need to take initiative in your healthcare as a patient, Dr. Itani covers it all in this episode.  Talking Points: (01:40) Welcome Dr. Itani! (02:00) Dr. Itani’s recent habits for being happier and healthier as a mom (03:07) Making the switch to telehealth as a physician (04:00) Why Dr.Itani made the switch to telehealth (04:50) Dr. Itani’s background (05:30) Becoming a Doctor… (even when her parents told her not to!) (06:35) Why Oncology and Hematology? (08:00) Why establishing a deep connection with patients is essential (09:05) Delivering hard news to patients (10:30) From Saudi Arabia to Conway Medical Center (12:25)The role internal medicine plays in treating cancer (13:35) “Early Detections means Early Intervention” (14:50) Cancer screenings available at CMC (16:20) Cancer treatments available at the Cancer Center (17:20) Claire asks, “What advice would you give someone dealing with a cancer diagnosis?” (20:15) Some ways we can help a loved one facing a cancer diagnosis  (21:15) Advancements in cancer research (21:50) Customizable cancer care (23:00) Using blood to detect cancer DNA (23:45) A tailored approach to cancer screenings (24:45) Lifestyle habits that increase cancer risk (26:15) Dr. Itani’s recommended cancer prevention measures (28:30) Findings in cancer screenings (30:00) Why screenings are your ‘best bet’ for detecting cancer (32:00) How family history can impact your screening timeline (34:00) Don’t let fear affect your screening habits  (35:30) What Dr. Itani wishes people knew about her role in cancer care (36:35) Teamwork being an integral part of the CMC Cancer Center (37:30) Dr. Itani’s advice for listeners Thanks for listening! Follow us on social media: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@conwaymed⁠⁠⁠⁠ X (Twitter): ⁠⁠⁠⁠conwaymed⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠ConwayMed⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@conwaymedicalcenter⁠⁠⁠⁠ This podcast is brought to you by the CMC Foundation. For more information, click ⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠.  And just a reminder, All content discussed on CMC’s a Happier Healthier Podcast are the individual opinions of our hosts and guests and should not be construed as personalized medical advice.  By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast to treat any medical condition for either yourself or others.  Consult your own physician for any medical issues you may be having.  This disclaimer applies to any guest or contributor to the podcast.

Dr. Paul Richardson, CMC Chief Medical Officer, joins us today on Happier Healthier! Dr. Richardson is not only Conway Medical Center's CMO, he is also VP of Medical Education an internal medicine doctor. Today Dr. Richardson is using his vast knowledge and experience to teach us a little bit about heart health. In this episode, Dr. Richardson emphasizes the importance of preventative care when it comes to lowering risk of heart disease and living a heart-healthy life. You'll learn more about the opportunities for cardiac care offered at Conway Medical Center, and how partnering with Novant will only grow this service line. Talking Points: (01:22) Welcome back Dr. Paul Richardson (01:40) Dr. Richardson shares what is making him feel happier and healthier (03:25) Dr. Richardson tells us why he’s put his heart into CMC for over a decade (05:12) The role a primary care provider plays in cardiovascular health (06:24) The importance of health screenings at any age (06:50) PCP’s role in heart disease prevention and treatment  (07:40) Hypertension: What is it? Why does it matter? (08:30) Dr. Richardson’s approach to managing hypertension naturally  (08:55) Why South Carolina is considered the ‘Stroke Belt’ of the United States (10:00) Tips to improve heart health and lower risk of heart disease / death (10:08) Stop smoking (10:40) Salt intake  (11:00) Get exercise (11:05) Alternative techniques  (11:20) Dietary approach (13:10) Knowing warning signs of a stroke (15:15) What is the experience like for a CMC patient having a stroke or heart attack? (17:00) What to do about chest pain (17:50) Warning signs for cardiac disease in women (19:00) Learn about CMC Cardiac Care (20:40) How partnering with Novant Health will expand CMC Cardiac Care (23:10) Measures to take if you are genetically prone to heart disease (24:00) Dr. Richardson’s daily heart-healthy habits (25:40) “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” (26:45) Dr. Richardson’s shares his experience with his patients implementing healthy lifestyle changes and improving their lives Thanks for listening! Follow us on social media: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@conwaymed⁠⁠⁠⁠ X (Twitter): ⁠⁠⁠⁠conwaymed⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠ConwayMed⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@conwaymedicalcenter⁠⁠⁠⁠ This podcast is brought to you by the CMC Foundation. For more information, click ⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠.  And just a reminder, All content discussed on CMC’s a Happier Healthier Podcast are the individual opinions of our hosts and guests and should not be construed as personalized medical advice. By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast to treat any medical condition for either yourself or others.  Consult your own physician for any medical issues you may be having.  This disclaimer applies to any guest or contributor to the podcast.

Megan Causey, PT, joins us today on Happier Healthier! Megan Causey is Conway Medical Center's Director of Rehab and has over two decades of CMC Physical Therapy experience under her belt. You'll hear Megan tell us in the episode that she started her career at Conway Medical Center and never left. Megan is such a light and has a positive energy you will feel through your headphones. This episode is a great listen for anyone interested in becoming a PT, anyone struggling with pain, or someone just wanting to learn more about working in healthcare. Talking Points: (2:05): "What is making you feel happier and healthier recently?" (2:45) Tips for better work-life balance (3:28) Megan talks about being raised in Conway (3:50) Getting started in Physical Therapy (5:36) Tips for students interested in PT (6:52) How Megan became a director (7:50) Hear more about our rehab services & the care they provide (8:31) Working in Acute Rehab (9:13) Outpatient Rehab (9:34) Rehab for babies (9:46) Women's Health Physical Therapy (11:11) Challenges transitioning from seeing patients to a director position (11:45) How babies as young as 4 weeks old can benefit from physical therapy (13:38) The mental side of being a PT (15:38) Is PT painful? (20:20) Working with chronic pain (23:05) Finding the best plan of care (26:00) Megan's top tips for pain management (28:25) Stabilization exercises to master (30:41) The importance of good form in the gym (30:41) Pain vs. discomfort in the gym (33:46) How to stay safe when starting a new exercise plan (34:40) Injury prevention tips for athletes (40:40) Learn more about CMC's Rehab Services (43:22) New PT clinic coming to Surfside Beach (44:00) How CMC Rehab has grown in the past 20 years Thanks for listening! Follow us on social media: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@conwaymed⁠⁠⁠ X (Twitter): ⁠⁠⁠conwaymed⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠ConwayMed⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠@conwaymedicalcenter⁠⁠⁠   This podcast is brought to you by the CMC Foundation. For more information, click ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠.  And just a reminder, All content discussed on CMC’s a Happier Healthier Podcast are the individual opinions of our hosts and guests and should not be construed as personalized medical advice.  By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast to treat any medical condition for either yourself or others.  Consult your own physician for any medical issues you may be having.  This disclaimer applies to any guest or contributor to the podcast.