We explore health care topics that matter to you, the latest developments in health and medicine, and the inspiring stories that emerge from Prevea Health, our partners, and the communities we serve.
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'The West Side' is currently on hiatus. Central Wisconsin regional program 'Route 51' has expanded its focus to include western Wisconsin. "Route 51" is a regional talk show hosted by Shereen Siewert focusing on issues important to the central and western Wisconsin areas, as well as featuring regional music, culture, and arts. Topics include proposed legislation, sustainability, health care, economics, agriculture, and the justice system.'Route 51' airs on Fridays at 10 a.m. on 88.3/Menomoni ...
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Great Doctors, Inspiring Stories - Dr. Beth Woods
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Prevea Pediatric Cardiologist, Dr. Beth Woods, takes us on her fascinating journey, from an Alaskan military base and taekwondo competitions, to ultimately caring for kids in Northeast Wisconsin.Von Prevea Health
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On the front lines of stroke, with Dr. Alison Meyer and Dr. Collin Torok
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Prevea Health Neurointerventional Radiologists, Dr. Alison Meyer and Dr. Collin Torok, two experts who are on the front lines of stroke every day, talk about what we should know about stroke and what resources we have to help those impacted by stroke.Von Prevea Health
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Great Doctors, Inspiring Stories - Dr. Michael K. Ryan
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Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Surgeon, Dr. Michael K. Ryan, takes us back to some of his amazing experiences and training that have led him to becoming highly skilled in the operating room, and have landed him on the sidelines of pro football games.Von Prevea Health
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Dr. Ashok Rai, A Patient for Life
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After heart surgery and a lifetime disease diagnosis, Prevea President and CEO, Dr. Ashok Rai, talks about being a lifetime patient and how this experience has shaped the way he approaches medicine and health care.Von Prevea Health
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Prevea Orthopedics Hand Surgeon, Dr. Joanie Columbia, talks all things carpal tunnel, from symptoms to treatment options for relief.Von Prevea Health
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Back Pain: Causes and treatments
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Your back is where your body lives. Prevea Neurosurgeon, Dr. Randall Johnson, discusses the impacts of back pain and options to treat it.Von Prevea Health
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Back Pain: When it might be time for surgery
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Prevea Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Andrew Greene, talks about surgical options for back pain after non-operative methods prove unsuccessful.Von Prevea Health
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Shereen Siewert welcomes Adam Greuel, who performs several original songs and shares the story of his personal musical journey.
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Shereen Siewert welcomes Waawaakeyaash Keller Paap, Indigenous knowledge development coordinator at the Waadookodaading Ojibwe Language Institute, and Waqnahwew Ben Grignon, Menominee language and culture coordinator with the Menominee Indian School District, for a discussion on initiatives that aim to protect Indigenous languages.…
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Shereen Siewert welcomes David Anthony Hummer to share his vision for the Wausau Museum of Contemporary Art, an under-the-radar spot that has hosted multiple international competitions and exhibitions that are well-known in the artist community.
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Shereen Siewert welcomes Wisconsin River Alliance Water Advocates organizer Johnson Bridgwater and University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Geology and Environmental Science Professor Dr. Robert Lodge to explain the science of mining for minerals. They’ll detail the environmental implications involved, the safeguards in place and explore the potential ri…
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Great Doctors, Inspiring Stories - Dr. Rebecca Gehrmann
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Pediatricians are called to care for the most precious and vulnerable members of our communities. When her daughter, Gemma was born with a rare condition in 2021, Dr. Rebecca Gehrmann gained a deeper love and new perspective for her calling.Von Prevea Health
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Ezra Wall welcomes Tom Manus and Kristi Flick Manus, authors of "Secret Wisconsin: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful, and Obscure," for an audio road trip.
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Shereen Siewert welcomes Wisconsin EMS Association Executive DIrector Alan DeYoung and Office of Rural Health Outreach Manager James Small to share insight about the challenges faced in communities throughout the state.
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Schizophrenia is a chronic and severe brain disorder that interferes with the ability to think, feel and behave clearly. Although the condition affects just one percent of the population, it is one of the most disabling diseases affecting people and families nationwide. Shereen Siewert welcomes Stevens Point author Kenneth Farmer, a retired public …
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Breast Cancer: A Surgeon’s Perspective
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Prevea Health Breast Surgeon, Dr. Kai Huang, talks about the importance of mammograms, as well as the risk factors and treatment of breast cancer.Von Prevea Health
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Shereen Siewert welcomes Adam Greuel, who performs several original songs and shares the story of his personal musical journey.
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June is Men’s Health Month! Prevea Orthopedics expert, Dr. Padraic Obma identifies the top conditions he treats in men and shares what he does in his own daily routine to stay fit and healthy.Von Prevea Health
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Great Doctors, Inspiring Stories - Dr. Padraic Obma
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Prevea Orthopedic and Sports Medicine surgeon, Dr. Padraic Obma, shares what motivates and inspires him as an innovator and leader in orthopedic surgery.Von Prevea Health
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Great Doctors, Inspiring Stories - Dr. Jennifer Milosavljevic
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Prevea OB/GYN, Dr. Jennifer Milosavljevic, shares her personal experiences with women's health that include challenges and heartbreak. She explains how those experiences have impacted the way she cares for her patients.Von Prevea Health
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Great Doctors, Inspiring Stories - Dr. Cathy Long
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Prevea Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist Dr. Cathy Long shares the personal story of how her sister, who died of leukemia as a teen, continues to inspire her work in helping children and families fight childhood cancer and blood disorders.Von Prevea Health
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Great Doctors, Inspiring Stories - Dr. Robert Koffie
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After a family tragedy at a young age, Prevea Neurosurgeon Dr. Robert Koffie made a lifelong promise to help others. Dr. Koffie shares why he made that promise and how it continues to inspire him in caring for and treating every patient he sees.Von Prevea Health
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Prevea's Five Core Values
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Prevea President and CEO, Dr. Ashok Rai takes a deeper dive into the beliefs and philosophies that help guide Prevea Health to be the best place to get care, and the best place to give care.Von Prevea Health
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The Prevea Surgery Center
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The Prevea Surgery Center is a new, first of its kind ambulatory surgery center (ASC) in Green Bay. Dr. Padraic Obma and Angie Perronne explain the enhanced experiences and benefits ASCs provide to patients.Von Prevea Health
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Dr. Ashok Rai - The CEO's health scare and plea to others
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Prevea President and CEO, Dr. Ashok Rai, shares his story of what happened while setting his personal health aside. And now, after heart surgery and a lifetime disease diagnosis, he's asking people to do the one thing he wishes he would've done.Von Prevea Health
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Hey, man. Your health matters, too.
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June is Men's Health Month, and a great time to look at what men should be doing to preserve and protect their health. Prevea Family Medicine Physician, Dr. Connor Roberts, explains why men aren't as likely to make their health a priority.Von Prevea Health
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March is colon cancer awareness month and is the perfect time to talk about why it might be time to get a colonoscopy sooner than you think. Prevea Gastroenterologist, Dr. Chaitanya Pant, joins us on this episode.Von Prevea Health
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COVID-19 - The Risks and Impacts of 'Long COVID'
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After a COVID-19 infection, millions of people have developed what is known as "Long Covid." Dr. Katrina Severance, Medical Director of the Prevea COVID Recovery Clinic, talks about its symptoms and treatment options.Von Prevea Health
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COVID-19 - At-Home Testing
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Testing for COVID-19 remains critical to curbing the spread of the virus in our communities. This episode dives into at-home COVID testing kits. How do they work? How reliable are they, and when should you consider taking one?Von Prevea Health
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Back to School - Helping Our Kids Navigate Another Year of Unknowns
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As kids head back to school for the second year in a row in the midst of a pandemic, Prevea Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Lisa Tutskey provides advice on how to best help our kids navigate another year of unknowns.Von Prevea Health
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COVID-19 - Get Vaccinated, Don't Wait!
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If you are eligible to be vaccinated for COVID-19, and have not yet done so, the time is now. Prevea Health President and CEO, Dr. Ashok Rai, explains why, and what, potentially, is at stake.Von Prevea Health
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When "Back to Normal" Feels Anything But
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Lisa Tutskey, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist at Prevea Health, discusses navigating a new chapter of the pandemic and when "getting back to normal" is easier said than done.Von Prevea Health
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COVID-19 - Vaccinating Our Children
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We address some of the most frequently asked questions about vaccinating your children for COVID-19, as you seek information and peace of mind.Von Prevea Health
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Recognizing Stroke - BE FAST!
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Stroke is the 5th leading cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the United States. Dr. Alison Nohara, a neurointerventional radiologist for Prevea Health helps shed some light on what we all need to know about stroke, as May marks National Stroke Awareness Month.Von Prevea Health
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COVID-19 - Three Vaccines Explained
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Three vaccines are now approved for FDA use in the fight against COVID-19 here in the U.S. Prevea Health President and CEO, Dr. Ashok Rai, explains how each vaccine works, and provides answers to common questions about the vaccines.Von Prevea Health
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The Importance of Diversity + Inclusion in Health Care
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Renita Robinson, Vice President of Diversity and Inclusion at Prevea Health, talks about her new role at our health care organization, and how it can help us to better serve our communities' health care needs.Von Prevea Health
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COVID-19 - The Vaccine and Pregnancy
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There are a lot of questions when it comes to the COVID-19 vaccine and pregnancy. This episode is focused on answering those questions with the help of board certified OB/GYN, Dr. Jessica Lyszczynski of Prevea Health.Von Prevea Health
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As health care workers receive the first round of COVID-19 vaccine, this episode focuses on important information regarding the vaccine, and addresses concerns you may have about getting vaccinated.Von Prevea Health
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Prevea President and CEO, Dr. Ashok Rai, and Prevea Director of Primary Care, Quality and Innovation, Amber Allen, address health care’s biggest concerns about the upcoming flu season, and what we can all be doing to keep ourselves and our families safe and healthy.Von Prevea Health
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COVID-19 - Kids and Masking
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Dr. Josh Rankin, Prevea Pediatrician, offers helpful tips for parents in getting their kids comfortable with wearing a mask.Von Prevea Health
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This episode explores the practice of empathy. Lisa Tutskey, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist at Prevea Health, talks about the value that empathy can bring to our lives, to others, and to our relationships.Von Prevea Health
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Alzheimer's and Other Dementia - A Resource for Caregivers
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As the number of those with Alzheimer's and other dementias grows, so will the number of those caring for loved ones affected by the disease. Katie Dykes, a Nurse Practitioner specializing in geriatrics at Prevea Health, provides guidance and resources for those caregivers.Von Prevea Health
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COVID-19 - A Cancer Doctor's Perspective
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Dr. Erin E. Stevens, a Prevea Gynecologic Oncologist, trained at SUNY Downstate Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York, where COVID-19 has hit particularly hard. On this episode, she offers insight on the impact COVID-19 has had on cancer patients, as well as her daily personal and professional life as a health care provider.…
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COVID-19 - Are These Feelings Normal?
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As we try our best to stay positive during the Covid-19 pandemic, and care for ourselves and our families, we are also experiencing a wide range of emotions. Dr. Carolyn Reabe, Prevea Psychiatrist, talks about if what we are feeling is normal and when it may be time to consider professional help.Von Prevea Health
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COVID-19 - Understanding Universal Masking
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President and CEO of Prevea Health, Dr. Ashok Rai, answers some common questions about universal masking and the important role it plays in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic.Von Prevea Health
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COVID-19 - Guidance for Our Kids, Ourselves in a Time of Uncertainty
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This episode focuses on how to help our kids and ourselves through the many life changes we are experiencing as a result of the novel coronavirus pandemic. Prevea Health Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Lisa Tutskey, helps us navigate the many emotions we may be feeling.Von Prevea Health
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FOCUS ON KIDS - Traveling Tips
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Whether you're taking flight for Spring Break, mapping out a summer road trip or driving shorter distances to your vacation destination, we have you and your kids covered. Prevea pediatrician, Dr. Josh Rankin, joins us to offer some helpful travel tips, and shares what he has learned from his own traveling adventures with his children.…
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Heart Attack - What You Should Know
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How much do we really know about heart attack, how common it is and how it can be prevented? Prevea interventional cardiologist, Dr. Todd Fergus, provides some critical and potentially life-saving information.Von Prevea Health
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'Tis the Season... For Sickness
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In the midst of a Wisconsin winter we battle flu, common cold, stomach bugs and more. Prevea Family Medicine Physician, Dr. Amy Romandine Kratz, talks about how adults and children can navigate through these common illnesses.Von Prevea Health
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Many Americans think there is something "scary" about Sunday. It's that feeling of anxiety that starts to creep up when realizing a new week is about to begin, and all the responsibilities that come with it. Lisa Tutskey, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for Prevea Behavioral Care, joins us to offer solutions so we can enjoy our Sundays wit…
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