WakeMed Voices

Join Dr. Cameron Barber, Sleep Medicine Physician at WakeMed Pulmonology & Sleep Medicine, to discuss Restless Leg Syndrome.

Join Dr. Cameron Barber to discuss the Ins and Outs of Sleep Studies.

If you find that your brain starts revving up as soon as your head hits the pillow, or you're prone to tossing and turning at night, you're not alone. An estimated 1 in 3 people don't get the sleep they need on a regular basis. Listen as WakeMed sleep medicine expert Gina Mauldin, PA-C discusses why we have trouble sleeping, tools and techniques to make your bedtime routine smoother, and easy lifestyle changes that can lead to better rest.

Join Dr. Ryan Johnson to discuss the basics of blood donation.

Cardiac rehabilitation can help prevent another heart attack or cardiac event and will help to develop and maintain heart-healthy habits. Listen as WakeMed cardiac rehab nurse Kimberly Dail shares what every patient should know about cardiac rehabilitation.

While genes are not the only factor when it comes to your chances of developing breast cancer, detecting a genetic risk may be beneficial for some people in terms of prevention, early detection and timely treatment.In addition to the often talked about BRCA gene mutations, there are a significant number ofotherinherited gene mutations that increase the risk of developing breast cancer.WakeMed Cancer Care genetic counselor Megan Mortenson explains how working with a genetic counselor can help you put the results into perspective so you can make yourself – and your health – a priority.

Join Dr. Matthew Bruehl, Pediatric Pulmonologist at WakeMed Children’s - Pediatric Pulmonology & Sleep Medicine, to discuss the dangers of vaping in teens.

Total shoulder replacement surgery can be life-changing for people who have experienced years of debilitating shoulder pain or have limited range of motion. Listen as Dr. Jonathan Chappell of Wake Orthopaedics, a WakeMed Physicians Practice, explains the procedure, its risks and benefits, and the results you can expect.

Genetics play an important role in cancer treatments today. Working with genetic counselors helps to determine if a patient’s cancer has a genetic component, which will influence treatment decisions. WakeMed Cancer Care genetic counselor Megan Mortenson explains how genetic counseling works, why it’s important and how genetic counseling may help you or your loved one.

The cancer journey often involves a number of unknowns for patients and their families. That’s where oncology nurse navigators come in! Listen as Katie Brummer, an oncology nurse navigator at WakeMed Cancer Care, explains how they help patients and caregivers manage the information involved with diagnosis, treatment, survivorship and anything else in between.