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KTBS provides local experts to answer your health questions. Get information on a wide range of medical topics with each episode.
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Bariatric Weight Loss Surgery

HealthLine 3Aug 24, 2022

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Bariatric Weight Loss Surgery

Bariatric Weight Loss Surgery

Dr. Jim Barnes, Chief of Staff at Christus Highland Medical Center, discusses the two types of bariatric surgery and the weight loss journey for his patients.

Aug 24, 202230:05
Cataract Surgery and Other Treatments to Help You See Better

Cataract Surgery and Other Treatments to Help You See Better

Dr. Chris Shelby and Dr. Wyche Coleman with WK Eye Institute take calls and answer questions about Lasik, SMILE, and cataract surgery.

Aug 20, 202229:57
Gout, A Type of Arthritis More Common During the Heat of Summer

Gout, A Type of Arthritis More Common During the Heat of Summer

Board Certified Rheumatologist, Dr. Robert E. Goodman with The Arthritis & Rheumatology Clinic in Shreveport takes calls from viewers and discusses why gout is a type of arthritis more common during the heat of summer.

Aug 19, 202229:54
Long-Term Care

Long-Term Care

Jennifer Peters, Administrator for Garden Park Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, discusses the benefits and advantages of long term care facilities and short term rehabilitations centers.

Aug 18, 202229:57
Robotic Knee Replacement, Same Day Hip and Knee Replacement Surgery

Robotic Knee Replacement, Same Day Hip and Knee Replacement Surgery

Dr. Cambize Shahrdar with The Orthopaedic Clinic at Willis Knighton Pierremont answers questions from the audience and discusses the advantages to robotic knee and hip surgery.

Aug 17, 202229:59
Advances for Treating Complex Coronary Artery Disease

Advances for Treating Complex Coronary Artery Disease

Dr. Michael Megaly, of Willis Knighton Cardiology, discusses the advances in diagnosis and treatment for complex coronary artery disease.

Aug 09, 202229:56
Medication-Assisted Weight Loss

Medication-Assisted Weight Loss

Dr. Jaya McSharma, Medical Director with ShedIt! Weight Loss Center, discusses medication-assisted weight loss, weight loss therapy, and ways to increase your health and longevity.

Aug 09, 202230:11
Routine Well Woman OB/GYN Care

Routine Well Woman OB/GYN Care

Dr. Hollie McCart of WK Pierremont OBGYN Specialists discusses routine well-woman care and answers questions from callers regarding routine screenings, frequency of check-ups, surgery, and at what point some tests are no longer needed.

Jul 29, 202229:58
Fractures and Sport Injuries

Fractures and Sport Injuries

Dr. Vik Chatrath of Bossier Orthopedics discusses fractures, sports injuries, bone density, treatment and prevention.

Jul 27, 202229:57
Long Term Care, Short Term and Rehabilitation Facilities

Long Term Care, Short Term and Rehabilitation Facilities

Licensed Nursing Facility Administrator, Jennifer Peters, with Garden Park Nursing & Rehabilitation Center discusses the compassionate care that can be given when someone finds that living at home might no longer be the best option.

Jul 21, 202229:58
Cataract Surgery

Cataract Surgery

Dr. Christopher Shelby and Dr. Wyche Coleman of Willis Knighton Eye Institute discuss cataract surgery and take viewer calls about other procedures and ways to alleviate fear regarding eye surgery.

Jul 16, 202229:57
Robotic Surgery

Robotic Surgery

Dr. Daryl Marx of Willis Knighton Minimally Invasive Surgery Center discusses the process and benefits of robotic surgery.

Jul 14, 202229:57
Genetic Screening

Genetic Screening

Dr. Amanda Williams, OB/GYN with Women’s Health Specialists of Bossier, discusses the many different types of genetic screening, how the tests are performed, and how this information can benefit patients and their families.

Jun 24, 202229:58
Arthritis involving the Knee and Hip

Arthritis involving the Knee and Hip

Dr. Edward Morgan of The Orthopaedic Clinic with WK Pierremont discusses “Arthritis Involving the Knee and Hip,” different types of arthritis, symptoms, treatments, and the advanced technology available.

Jun 22, 202229:59
Bariatric Surgery

Bariatric Surgery

Dr. Jim Barnes, Chief of Staff at Christus Highland Medical Center, discusses the different types of bariatric weight loss surgery, recovery time, and what it takes to be considered a candidate for the procedure. He also talks about the many benefits of robotic surgery.

Jun 21, 202229:58
Cataracts and Pan Optix Lens

Cataracts and Pan Optix Lens

Dr. Christopher Shelby and Dr. Wyche Coleman with WK Eye Institute answer questions regarding cataract surgery, implantable contact lenses and other types of laser surgery to help patients see better.

Jun 18, 202229:58
Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia

Board Certified Rheumatologist, Dr. Robert Goodman, of The Arthritis and Rheumatology Clinic in Shreveport discusses the symptoms and treatment of Fibromyalgia, and how it is diagnosed.

Jun 17, 202229:58
Adult Abdominal Pain

Adult Abdominal Pain

Dr. Michael Banda with WK Bossier Surgical Associates answers questions regarding adult abdominal pain. He discusses common causes, symptoms, treatments available, and what could happen if someone waits too long to see a doctor.

Jun 09, 202229:58
Vein Surgery

Vein Surgery

Dr. Syed Mehmood of Willis Knighton Heart and Vascular Institute discusses minimally invasive options and treatments for vein surgery.

Jun 03, 202229:57
Inherited Cancers in the field of Gynecology

Inherited Cancers in the field of Gynecology

Dr. Lise Huddleston of WK Pierremont OB/GYN Specialists discusses Inherited Cancers in Gynecology and Genetic Testing.

May 27, 202230:04
Cataracts and Refractive Lenses

Cataracts and Refractive Lenses

Dr. Christopher Shelby and Dr. Wyche Coleman of Willis Knighton Eye Institute discuss cataract surgery and a new procedure involving implantable contacts coming in June 2022.

May 21, 202229:60
Living With Lupus

Living With Lupus

Board Certified Rheumatologist, Dr. Robert E. Goodman of The Arthritis and Rheumatology Clinic in Shreveport talks about "Living with Lupus."

May 20, 202229:57
Nursing Home Misconceptions

Nursing Home Misconceptions

Jennifer Peters of Garden Park Nursing and Rehabilitation talks with us about the nursing home misconceptions.

May 19, 202229:56
Joint Health and Minimally Invasive Surgery

Joint Health and Minimally Invasive Surgery

Vik Chatrath MD, FRCSC of the Bossier Orthopedics talks with us about joint health and minimally invasive surgery.

May 18, 202229:52
Bariatric Surgery

Bariatric Surgery

Dr. James Barnes of the Highland Clinic talks with us about Bariatric Surgery.

May 17, 202229:57
What Can Patients Expect Before and After Women's Health Surgery?

What Can Patients Expect Before and After Women's Health Surgery?

Dr. Antonio Pizarro of Willis-Knighton Pelvic and Reconstructive GYN Surgery talks with us about what patients can expect before and after women's health surgery, whether it's elective, urgent or emergency.

May 12, 202229:45
Myths of Pregnancy and Postpartum

Myths of Pregnancy and Postpartum

Dr. Greg Phillips of Willis-Knighton Health System Women's Health Clinic talks with us about myths of pregnancy and postpartum.

Apr 28, 202229:57
National Move More Month

National Move More Month

Dr. Theresa Woodard of CenterWell Senior Primary Care talks with us about National Move More Month!

Apr 28, 202229:57
Giant Cell Arteritis

Giant Cell Arteritis

Dr. Robert E. Goodman of The Arthritis and Rheumatology Clinic joins us to talk about giant cell arteritis.

Apr 22, 202229:57
Long-term Care And Skilled Rehabilitation

Long-term Care And Skilled Rehabilitation

Jennifer Peters of Garden Park Nursing and Rehabilitation talks with us about long-term care and skilled rehabilitation. 

Apr 20, 202229:57
Advancements in Sports Medicine Surgery

Advancements in Sports Medicine Surgery

Dr. Jason Kinkartz of The Orthopaedic Clinic, talks with us about the advancements in sports medicine surgery.

Apr 19, 202229:51
Bariatric Surgery

Bariatric Surgery

Dr. James Barnes of Highland Clinic Bariatric Surgery talks with us about bariatric surgery.

Apr 18, 202229:58
Hernias

Hernias

Dr. Charles Byrd of WK General Surgery talks with us about hernias.

Apr 13, 202229:20
Cardiac Prevention

Cardiac Prevention

Dr. Jonathan Davis, MD of Willis-Knighton Health System talks with us about cardiac prevention.

Apr 07, 202229:56
Cervical Cancer Screening and Prevention

Cervical Cancer Screening and Prevention

Dr. Jeffery Hebert, MD of WK Pierremont OB/GYN Specialists talks with us about Cervical Cancer Screening and Prevention.

Mar 24, 202229:56
Cardiogenic Shock & Mechanical Circulatory Support

Cardiogenic Shock & Mechanical Circulatory Support

Dr. Curtis Prejean talks to us about cardiogenic shock and mechanical circulatory support. 

Mar 22, 202229:56
Bariatric Surgery

Bariatric Surgery

Dr. James Barnes of Highland Clinic Bariatric Surgery talks with us about bariatric surgery.

Mar 21, 202229:56
Cataracts and Advances with Tri-Focal Lens Implants

Cataracts and Advances with Tri-Focal Lens Implants

Dr. Wyche Coleman III of WK Eye Institute talks with us about Cataracts and Advances with Tri-Focal Lens Implants.

Mar 18, 202229:56
Sjogren's Syndrome.

Sjogren's Syndrome.

Dr. Robert Goodman of The Arthritis & Rheumatology Clinic talks with us about Sjogren's Syndrome.

Mar 18, 202229:58
In-Home Healthcare

In-Home Healthcare

Gayla Gunter and Kellie Cedars of Lagniappe Homecare talk with us about In-Home Healthcare.

Mar 16, 202229:60
Joint Replacement

Joint Replacement

Dr. John T. Mays of Bossier Orthopedics talks with us about joint replacement.

Mar 15, 202230:01
Shoulder & Pain Treatment

Shoulder & Pain Treatment

Dr. Mark Callanan of Willis-Knighton Orthopedics talks with us about shoulder & pain treatment.

Feb 22, 202229:57
Iliac Vein Compression

Iliac Vein Compression

Dr. Robert Sogomonian of Willis-Knighton Pierremont Cardiology talks with us about iliac vein compression.

Feb 17, 202229:55