Podcasts

Dr. Kelsey Walsh on New Spinal Neurosurgery Services at Pardee

August 19, 2025

Kelsey Walsh, MD, board-certified neurosurgeon, helps define neurosurgery and the back and neck conditions that may require it. Learn more from her about the new Pardee NeuroSpine Associates practices and its team of surgeons who can help with spinal conditions and offer the treatment that’s right for you.

Dr. Jonathan Schwartzman on When to Head to Urgent Care

July 14, 2025

Dr. Jonathan Schwartzman, Medical Director of Pardee Urgent Care, helps you understand when a trip to Urgent Care is the right call and when it’s time to head to the emergency room. From poison ivy and asthma to sprains and strains, learn how Pardee Urgent Care offers fast, effective relief for a wide range of non-life-threatening issues.

Dr. Nic Gay on Maintaining Healthy Joints

June 26, 2025

Don’t let joint pain slow you down! Dr. Gay, board-certified orthopedic surgeon with Pardee Orthopedics and Sports Medicine, offers tips on how to keep your joints healthy and prevent injury, even during day-to-day activities.

Dr. Michele Morgan on Women and Stroke Symptoms

May 22, 2025

Dr. Michele Morgan, board-certified neurologist, shares about the differences, risk factors and outcomes for women after a stroke.

Dr. John Hill on the Importance of Early Detection in Cancer

April 24, 2025

Dr. John Hill, Medical Director of Hematology, Oncology, and Cancer Research at Pardee Cancer Center, speaks about the importance of early detection and why it leads to more effective, potentially life-saving treatment for cancer.

Dr. Daniel Drechsler on Pardee Orthopedics and Sports Medicine

March 25, 2025

Daniel Drechsler, MD, CAQSM, shares more about the new Pardee Orthopedics and Sports Medicine practices and its team of musculoskeletal specialists who can offer the treatment that’s right for you, from non-operative sports medicine to orthopedic surgery.

Dr. Martin Sullivan on Heart Health and What Patients Should Ask their Cardiologist

March 7, 2025

Martin Sullivan, MD, cardiologist with Pardee Cardiology Associates discusses heart health factors, risks, and knowing your important heart numbers. Also, he covers what patients can expect in their cardiology appointment and important questions to ask.

Dr. Greg McCarty on the "Winter Quademic"

January 30, 2025

What’s a “quademic”? Dr. Greg McCarty, UNC Health Pardee’s Chief Medical Officer, discusses the cases of four illnesses on the rise this winter – flu, RSV, COVID-19, and norovirus – and how to help prevent them and know where to go for care.

Dr. Chadwick Leo on OB/GYN Services and Robotic Surgery

January 15, 2025

Chadwick Leo, DO, FACOG, medical director of Pardee OB/GYN Associates, discusses Pardee’s growth of obstetrics and gynecology services and the innovative use of robotic surgery. He also shares how Pardee was able to serve the women of Western NC through Hurricane Helene during those challenging days.

John Bryant, EdD, on Pardee's Hurricane Helene Response

December 20, 2024

John Bryant, VP of Operations and Support Services talks about UNC Health Pardee’s #OneGreatTeam and how they demonstrated exceptional dedication during Hurricane Helene, with employees stepping up to serve the community. Their efforts included providing crucial care and support, with Pardee Hospital playing a vital role in receiving and assisting individuals being rescued.

Family Nurse Practitioner Vanessa Molina on Breast Health

December 12, 2024

Vanessa Molina, FNP-C, APRN, MSN, BSN, CNOR discusses the importance of breast health screenings like mammograms and how Pardee serves women who are at a higher risk of contracting breast cancer at its new high-risk breast clinic. She also talks about trending statistics for breast cancer and the technological advances at Pardee’s breast center.

Laura Willis on Pardee Home Health Services

November 22, 2024

Laura Willis, community liaison with Pardee Home Health, discusses efforts post Hurricane Helene to care for patients and the comprehensive range of in-home healthcare solutions that they offer. Whether it’s skilled nursing, physical therapy, or assistance with daily activities, home health care allows individuals to heal in a familiar, comfortable environment while maintaining their independence.

Dr. Greg McCarty on Measuring Patient Experience

September 18, 2024

Chief Medical Officer Dr. Greg McCarty discusses the importance of patient experience and how it is measured. This includes using patient surveys to identify areas for improvement and to provide the highest quality care to our community. These surveys also contribute to UNC Health Pardee’s national recognition, including receiving the Healthgrades America’s 100 Best Hospitals award for three consecutive years.

Dr. Rebecca Rice on Weight Loss Medications and Surgery

August 20, 2024

Dr. Rebecca Rice, board-certified and fellowship-trained surgeon with Pardee Bariatrics and General Surgery, discusses the popular topic of weight loss, including current weight loss medications as well as options for bariatric surgery.

Dr. Greg McCarty on Heat Exhaustion

July 5, 2024

With the recent high temperatures, UNC Health Pardee’s Chief Medical Officer Dr. Greg McCarty discusses how to protect yourself from extreme heat, the signs of heat exhaustion and what to do if you experience symptoms, and when to head to seek further care.

Dr. Duff Rardin on Parkinson's Disease

June 28, 2024

Dr. Duff Rardin, Pardee Neurology Associates, discusses Parkinson’s Disease, recognizing the symptoms and when to ask for help. He also covers screening, including neurological examinations, and possible risk factors from exposure to certain chemicals.

Dr. Coen Klos on Colorectal Cancer Screenings

June 3, 2024

Dr. Coen Klos, colorectal surgeon with Pardee Surgical Associates, discusses at what age you should get scanned for colorectal cancer based on your family history and the frequency that should get checked. He also covers prevention tips and screening types.

Dr. Jonathan Schwartzman on Whooping Cough Symptoms

May 21, 2024

Dr. Jonathan Schwartzman, medical director of Pardee Urgent Care , discusses a new uptick in pertussis (whooping cough) and how to recognize the symptoms. He also helps identify knowing where to go for care, whether it’s urgent care or the emergency department, when you are experiencing illness or injury.

Dr. John Kogoy on Robotic Surgery Advancements

April 3, 2024

Dr. John Kogoy, board-certified surgeon with Pardee Surgical Associates, dives into the fascinating world of robotic surgery and explores the advancements and impact on local surgeries available to our community.

Dr. Joel Callahan on Alzheimer's Disease Treatments

November 28, 2023

Dr. Joel Callahan, board-certified neurologist, talks about Alzheimer’s disease, a form of dementia, and the new treatments available, who is eligible, and hope for the future.

Dr. Jonathan Schwartzman on Staying Tick and Injury-Safe Outdoors

October 27, 2023

Dr. Jonathan Schwartzman, medical director of Pardee Urgent Care, talks about staying injury-safe outdoors, tick free, and where to seek care when needed

Rachel Forbes-Harvin on Home Health Services

September 24, 2023

Rachel Forbes-Harvin, RN, Director of Pardee Home Health talks about the important services that Pardee Home Health provides, including nursing, occupational therapy, physical therapy, speed therapy, and social workers.

Dwayne Durham on Heart Attack Intervention for Student-Athletes

August 19, 2023

Dwayne Durham, MEd, ATC, LAT, director of Pardee Sports Medicine, on why Pardee’s athletic trainers at local schools are supplied with Automated External Defribulators (AEDs) for quick intervention during a heart attack.

Dr. Joel Callahan on Managing Migraines

July 9 , 2023

Dr. Joel Callahan, board-certified neurologist with Pardee Neurology Associates, talks about how to manage headaches and migraines. Learn how a medical provider can help, recognizing migraine triggers, and steps to head off the pain.

Marilee Arnold on Nurses' "Call to Care"

May 16, 2023

Chief Nursing Officer Marilee Arnold talks about the passion for nursing and how the nurses at Pardee have a “call to care.” She also shares a story of a nurse who has been working at the organization for 45 years, and how nurses looking for a new career destination can join the team at UNC Health Pardee.

John Bryant, EdD, on How to "Learn, Earn, Grow" with Pardee

April 3, 2023

John Bryant, Vice President of Workforce Development and Community Affairs, discusses his new role and how UNC Health Pardee is supporting and preparing for the future of its workforce. Find out about Pardee’s “Learn, Earn, Grow” pathways and opportunities for careers.

Dr. Michele Morgan on Headaches

June 1, 2021

Dr. Michele Morgan, a board-certified neurologist at Pardee Neurology Associates, discusses tension headaches, migraines and cluster headaches. Learn more about why you might get them, the difference between migraine and headache symptoms, and how to treat them.

Dr. Joel Callahan on Stroke Symptoms

May 1, 2021

Dr. Joel Callahan, a board-certified neurologist at Pardee Neurology Associates, talks about Stroke Awareness Month and what you need to know about stroke, why it occurs and how to identify the signs.

Dr. Praveen Vashist on Cancer Care

September 1, 2021

Dr. Praveen Vashist, board-certified oncologist and hematologist, talks about Pardee Cancer Center’s diverse care teams, treatment options, and benefits of having a cancer center with services all under one roof.

Dr. Pamela Della Valle on Endometriosis

March 1, 2021

Dr. Pamela Della Valle, a board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist at Pardee OB/GYN Associates, discusses endometriosis, a condition which affects one in every 10 women. Listen as she shares some of the symptoms and details of what you should know about this condition.

Dr. Joe Moore on Interventional Cardiology

February 1, 2021

Dr. Joe Moore, board-certified interventional cardiologist with Pardee Cardiology Associates specializing in the treatment of heart disease, discusses the designation of Pardee as a Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI) receiving hospital. Learn what this means for our community and how this increases access to advanced, life-saving cardiac treatment where you live.

Jeremy Moses, PA-C on Seasonal Affective Disorder

January 1, 2021

Jeremy Moses, certified primary care physician assistant with Pardee BlueMD, talks about seasonal affective disorder – what it is, how it presents, and how to mitigate some of the symptoms.