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The In’s and Out’s of Body Contouring with Dr. Thomas Locke

February 14, 2013 by paul

The Doctors Roundtable

The In’s and Out’s of Body Contouring with Dr. Thomas Locke

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This episode explores cosmetic surgery, and more specifically, the in’s and out’s of body contouring with Dr. Thomas Locke of WISE Medical Center… all brought to you by HealthGate.

Body contouring is a way that patients can improve their body shape (hips, flank, abdomen, posterior upper arm, thighs, and chin most commonly) via various liposuction equipment and techniques.

Thomas Locke, M.D./WISE Medical Center

Double board certified in Internal Medicine and Emergency Medicine as well certified in Aesthetic Surgery, Dr. Thomas J. Locke, III, was born in Vidalia, Georgia, and raised in SW Atlanta. He did his undergraduate study at Princeton University, graduated from medical school at Howard University, and completed residency training at George Washington University. His practice philosophy centers around all aspects of personal image enhancement services. He has extensive training and professional practice experience in body contouring. To this end, he is also an instructor for surgical equipment vendors, teaching doctors from all over the country who are learning liposuction, fat transfer, and all aspects of body contouring. Other specialty interests include bariatrics, weight loss, hormone replacement therapy, and anti-aging medicine. He currently serves as Medical Director for WISE Medical Center in Alpharetta, GA.

Sports Injury Prevention and Treatment with Dr. Richard Dukes, Dr. Shaun Traub and Diane King

February 7, 2013 by paul

The Doctors Roundtable

Sports Injury Prevention and Treatment with Dr. Richard Dukes, Dr. Shaun Traub and Diane King

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Entering the spring season of sports, we delve into sports injury prevention and treatment with panelist Dr. Richard Dukes, Dr. Shaun Traub, and athlete trainer Diane King… all brought to you by HealthGate.

At all ages, we are encouraged to get exercise and sports participation is a fun way to accomplish this. However, almost 1million adult and 3.5 million sports injuries occur in the US annually. The prevalence is evident by watching TV or reading the sports pages of any local, regional, or national newspaper. In this edition of The Doctors Roundtable, panelists will discuss prevention of sports injuries. Dr. Dukes (Urgent Care Specialist) will discuss immediate treatment in case of a sports injury, orthopedic surgeon Dr. Traub will be discussing therapy and surgical implications should a more severe injury occur, and Diane King discusses training and conditioning to prevent injuries. From tennis elbow to ACL tears, this show will cover a lot!

Richard Dukes, M.D./Physician’s Express Care

Dr. Dukes is the owner/CEO of Physician’s Express Care and MedGlobal (a medical resource group) in Johns Creek. He currently serves as chairman at the Department of Medicine and Department of Emergency Medicine at Northside Hospital in Canton, GA. Dr. Dukes is residency trained and board certified by Wayne State University and Detroit Medical Center in Detroit, Michigan. He is a fellow in the American College of Emergency Physicians, and serves as the medical director for the Clayton County Fire Department in Riverdale, GA.

Shaun L. Traub, M.D./Resurgens Orthopaedics

With board certification by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Dr. Traub earned his undergraduate degree from University of Georgia, medical degree from Medical College of Georgia, residency at Medical University of South Carolina, and a fellowship in Sports Medicine and Shoulder Surgery from the University of Colorado-Denver. He is affiliated at DeKalb Medical Center and Emory Eastside Hospital, and active with American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, The American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine and Arthroscopy Association of North America.

Diane King, MS, RD, CSSD, ATC

A National Athletic Trainers’ Association Certified Athletic Trainer, Ms. King is currently the President of the Georgia Athletic Trainers Association. She is a Registered and Licensed Dietitian, and holds a Specialist Certification in Sports Dietetics. She serves as an Athletic Trainer for South Forsyth High School through SportsCare Physical Therapy. She works with Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta’s Sports Medicine Program and consults in several facilities as a sports dietitian. Diane received a Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics from Memphis State University and A Master’s degree from Louisiana State University in Human Nutrition and Exercise Physiology.

Sports Injury Prevention and Treatment with Dr. Richard Dukes, Dr. Shaun Traub and Diane King — Dr. Traub, Dr. Dukes, and Ms. King

Inflammatory Bowel Diseases featuring Dr. Marc Sonenshine

January 31, 2013 by paul

The Doctors Roundtable

Inflammatory Bowel Diseases featuring Dr. Marc Sonenshine

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Inflammatory bowel diseases are painful ailments, so we explore this topic with panelist Dr. Marc Sonenshine of Atlanta Gastroenterology Associates, and brought to you by HealthGate.

It has been estimated that approximately 1.4 million Americans are affected by inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) , especially Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis. These are chronic diseases with no known cure that can be debilitating to live with and at times life threatening. North America is considered a high incidence area for IBD. In this show, Dr. Sonenshine will provide basic information on these diseases as well as provide information on symptoms, diagnosis, management, what’s new in treatments, and available support for these patients.

Marc B. Sonenshine, M.D./Atlanta Gastroenterology Associates

Dr. Sonenshine is board certified in internal medicine and gastroenterology and is a member of the American College of Gastroenterology, Americasn Gastroenterological Association, the American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America, and the American Medical Association. His special interests include inflammatory bowel disease, prevention of gastrointestinal malignancy through cost-effective screening, and management of chronic liver disease.

Breast Augmentation and Rejuvenation: Dispelling the Myths, with Dr. John Connors

January 24, 2013 by paul

The Doctors Roundtable

Breast Augmentation and Rejuvenation: Dispelling the Myths, with Dr. John Connors

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What a show today! The topic is “Breast Augmentation and Rejuvenation: Dispelling the Myths” featuring Dr. John Connors, special guest Ashley Smith, and brought to you by HealthGate.

Breast augmentation is the most common and fastest growing plastic surgery performed in the United States. In 2012, approx. 307,000 women had this surgery and many women are pursuing this option as part of increasing their confidence. In this segment, Dr. John Connors, a double board certified surgeon, explores all options and dispels some myths surrounding this procedure. He will also discuss related imaging technologies , new alternatives, and aftercare.

John P. Connors III, M.D.

Being double board certified in Surgery and Plastic Surgery, Dr. Connors obtained his MD from Georgetown Medical School, conducted his Residency in General Surgery at Dartmouth and received a Fellowship in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Harvard Medical School. He is the only surgeon in Georgia to offer Precision Vision 4D Patient Imaging, thereby revolutionizing consultations. Having been featured on CBS, 11 Alive, and Fox News, Dr. Connors is a regular lecturer at surgical society meetings across the US. He is Founder of Emergence Surgical Gifts, Inc, a non-profit offering free reconstructive surgery to children.

Dr. John Connors with The Doctors Roundtable

Ashley Smith/Mentor Worldwide, LLC

Representing the voice of the industry, Ashley Smith works extensively in the plastic surgery industry with Mentor Worldwide.

What is Interventional Radiology? Featuring Dr. Sepehr Panah

January 17, 2013 by paul

The Doctors Roundtable

What is Interventional Radiology? Featuring Dr. Sepehr Panah

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A fascinating insight into interventional radiology is the topic of this show. Dr. Sepehr Panah from Quantum Radiology provides us with a greater understanding of how this specialty can improve our health. All brought to you by HealthGate.

Interventional radiology (abbreviated IR or VIR for Vascular and Interventional Radiology, also referred to as Surgical Radiology) is a medical sub-specialty of radiology which utilizes minimally-invasive image-guided procedures to diagnose and treat diseases in nearly every organ system. The concept behind interventional radiology is to diagnose and treat patients using the least invasive techniques currently available in order to minimize risk to the patient and improve health outcomes.

Sepehr Panah M.D./Quantum Radiology

Recruited from Emory University, Dr. Panah was an Assistant Professor of Radiology for six years. During his time at Emory, he was the Chief of Interventional Radiology at Grady Memorial Hospital and helped rebuild the program from the ground up. During his time at Grady Hospital, he increased the volume three-fold and was instrumental in the acquisition of state of the art equipment and modernization of the IR suites. He introduced and/or revised service lines including Endovascular stent grafts, Uterine Fibroid Embolization and Cancer Therapy. His expertise in trauma has proved valuable for Quantum Radiology as the WellStar Health System has transitioned to a trauma center. He represents Quantum Radiology as a representative on the trauma committee. He is proficient in all aspects of IR, with special interest in Vertebral Augmentation, Trauma, Cancer Therapy including Chemoembolization and Ablation, AV Malformation treatment and Uterine Fibroid Embolization.

Successful Diagnosis and Management of Sinusitis featuring Dr. Ramie Tritt

January 10, 2013 by paul

The Doctors Roundtable

Successful Diagnosis and Management of Sinusitis featuring Dr. Ramie Tritt

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Today’s topic is Successful Diagnosis and Management of Sinusitis with panelist Dr. Ramie Tritt of Atlanta ENT, and brought to you by HealthGate.

An estimated 3 million visits annually are for sinusitis in adults and 20% of all antibiotics prescribed in the US are for sinus infections. Dr. Tritt will discuss the prevalence, prevention strategies, diagnosis and management of sinusitis- so common during the winter months and affecting so many.

Ramie A. Tritt, M.D., FRCSC/Atlanta ENT

A valued member of the ENT medical community in Atlanta for over 30 years, Dr. Tritt been recognized as a “Doctor Who Doctor’s Go To.” He completed his medical degree and residency in Otolarngology at McGill University. He then went on to complete his fellowship at Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse, NY. He specializes in sinus and nasal surgery, snoring, and sleep apnea problems.