Podcasts

Pardee Home Health Community Liaison Laura Willis on Home Health and Hospice Month

November 22, 2024

Laura Willis, Pardee Home Health Community Liaison 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.

Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Greg McCarty on 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 and Bariatric Surgery

August 20, 2024

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

Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Greg McCarty on Heat Exhaustion

July 5, 2024

With the recent high temperatures, 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, Neurologist, 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 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 Urgent Care, Whooping Cough Symptoms

May 21, 2024

Dr. Jonathan Schwartzman, Pardee Urgent Care Medical Director, 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

Board-certified Neurologist and UNC Health Pardee’s Chief of Staff, Dr. Joel Callahan 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

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

Rachel Forbes-Harvin, RN 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.

Pardee Sports Medicine Director, Dwayne Durham on AEDs

August 19, 2023

Pardee Sports Medicine Director, Dwayne Durham, MEd, ATC, LAT talks about the importance of quick intervention after a heart attack and the importance of Automated External Defribulators (AEDs) for athletic trainers.

Dr. Joel Callahan on Managing Migraines

July 9 , 2023

Board-certified Neurologist and UNC Health Pardee’s Chief of Staff, Dr. Joel Callahan 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 Podcast

Marilee Arnold, CNO on Nurses Week

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.” Also, Nurses Week appreciation, including a nurse who has been working for 45 years, and the opportunity for nurses to join UNC Health Pardee.  

Dr. John Bryant on Workforce Development

April 3, 2023

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

Dr. Holly Humphrey on Heart Health

March 3, 2023

Dr. Holly Humphrey, a board-certified invasive cardiologist at Pardee Cardiology Associates, discusses heart health, cholesterol and more in this podcast. Learn more about what you steps you can take to better your heart health, including diet, exercise and sleep habits.

Michele Morgan, MD

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 in this podcast. 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 Awareness

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, the only comprehensive cancer center in Henderson County. Listen in to learn about the diverse care teams, state of the art treatment options, and benefits of having a cancer center here locally in Western North Carolina. 

Dr. Eric Olsson on Cervical Fusion

July 1, 2021

Dr. Eric Olsson, board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in disorders of the spine with Southeastern Sports Medicine and Orthopedics, discusses minimally invasive posterior cervical fusions and the benefits of the new robotic surgical system now available at Pardee.

Daniel Johnson

Dr. Daniel Johnson on Mental Health Two Years Into a Pandemic

September 1, 2021

Dr. Daniel Johnson, board-certified in psychiatry and neurology, talks about the importance of taking care of your mental health – especially when we’ve all been going the COVID-19 pandemic for two years now. 

Dr. Pamela Della Valle on Endometriosis

March 1, 2021

Dr. Pamela Della Valle, a board-certified obstetrician/gynecologist at Pardee OB/GYN Associates, discusses endometriosis, a condition which affects 1 in every 10 women. Listen as she shares some of the symptoms to be aware of, and details what you should know about this condition. 

Dr. Joe Moore on Interventional Cardiology

February 1, 2021

Dr. Joe Moore, board-certified interventional cardiologist specializing in the treatment of heart disease, discusses the designation of Pardee as a Percutaneous Coronary Intervention Hospital for both Henderson and Transylvania counties. Learn what this means for our community and how this increases access to advanced, life-saving cardiac treatment close to home. 

Jeremy Moses, PA-C on Seasonal Affective Disorder

January 1, 2021

Jeremy Moses, certified primary care physician assistant, talks about seasonal affective disorder – what it is, how it presents, and how to mitigate some of the symptoms in this short talk. 

Dylan Sheedy, PT, DPT on Physical Therapy

Dylan Sheedy, licensed physical therapist at Pardee, joins us to talk about what physical therapy is, how it can help those recovering from surgery or injury, and the types of physical therapy offered at Pardee.