Visit Hospice.mwhc.com to learn more about Mary Washington Hospice and our grief support services.

Mary Washington Healthcare (MWHC) EMS Coordinator Tina Rauch and Director of MWHC Emergency Services Nehad Abed talk with Ted Schubel about the new Emergency Department at Harrison Crossing. It’s scheduled to open late January and will be MWHC’s fourth emergency department in the region.

For more information on Dr. Findley, visit https://www.marywashingtonhealthcare.com/find-a-doctor/clarence-m-findley-md-phd-mba-facc-fscai/.For more information on advance cardiac care at Mary Washington Healthcare, visit Heart.mwhc.com.

Meet our expert panel:Valerie Lemelin, BSN, IBCLC  Lactation ConsultantMary Washington HospitalDonna Rolle, RN, BSN, IBCLCLactation Consultant, Stafford HospitalKimberley Good, BSN, RN, LCCE, IBCLC  Coordinator for Parent Child EducationMary Washington Hospital

Dr. Aaron Schatz is a cardiologist with Mary Washington Cardiology. He wants everyone to take a CPR class. You could save a life!

Meet Barb Hurst, a longtime volunteer at Mary Washington Hospice. Barb shares her motivation behind volunteering, what hospice means to her, and how you can get involved.

Marty Heins, practice manager of the Mary Washington Weight Loss Center, visited Town Talk with Ted to chat about the weight loss programs offered: weight loss (bariatric) surgery and a 12-week medical weight loss program called “Moving Forward”. Marty also shared her own weight loss journey and talked about the need to make lifestyle changes.  Weightloss.mwhc.com

Stafford Hospital is launching an innovative virtual nursing program to enhance the bedside care patients receive in the hospital. We spoke with Debra Marinari, Associate Vice President of Stafford Hospital Operations, and Heidi Steiner with Caregility, about the virtual nursing program and what it will mean for our patients.

To learn more about pediatric occupational therapy, visit https://www.marywashingtonhealthcare.com/our-services/pediatric-therapy/pediatric-occupational-therapy/.

Learn more about Mary Washington Hospice at hospice.mwhc.com.

To learn more about speech therapy at Mary Washington Pediatrics, visit https://www.marywashingtonhealthcare.com/our-services/pediatric-therapy/pediatric-speech-therapy/.

To learn more about Mary Washington Pediatric Therapy, visit https://www.marywashingtonhealthcare.com/our-services/pediatric-therapy/.

Lana Ismail, MD, is the the Medical Director of the Children's National Pediatric Hospitalist Program at Mary Washington Hospital. She visited #insideMWHC to talk about Children's National's partnership with Mary Washington Healthcare.

We know the loss of a pregnancy can be devastating and overwhelming, but please know you are not alone. There are times when—despite the best efforts of parents, physicians and the availability of the best technology—death occurs through miscarriage, stillbirth, or neonatal death. We understand you may be experiencing a wide range of emotions and we are here to help through this most difficult of times.Tammy Ruiz Ziegler is the perinatal bereavement coordinator at MWHC, and Tameka Franklin is a former patient of Tammy's and is now an associate at MWHC as well. They talked with us about the bereavement journey and the Healing Through Support group that meets monthly.

Kaitlin Pond is a physician assistant at Mary Washington Pediatrics. She just  published her very first children's book called The Art of Being a Heart which teaches children all about the heart and how to keep it healthy.

Dr. Ilić is a breast and endocrine surgeon at Mary Washington General Surgery. She visited Town Talk with Ted Schubel to talk about the thyroid and parathyroid along with Hidden Scar Certification and being a high volume surgeon.

Janelle Heyl went into labor when she was only 30 weeks pregnant. Thankfully, she lived only a mile from Mary Washington Hospital and the Level III NICU. Hear Janelle's account of baby Blakely's birth and her 60-day stay in the NICU.

Time stamps are followed by the resource Jody mentions in the podcast.1:24  USDA SNAP1:50  Spend Smart Eat Smart website2:06  Grocery Budget Calculator3:12  5-Day Meal Planning Worksheet3:14 Meal Planning Calendar3:23  Spend Smart. Eat Smart App3:50  Shop Aisle By Aisle4:13  Spend Smart. Eat Smart. Grains4:26  Stretch Your Food Dollars Before Going to the Store4:47  Nutrition.gov Nutrition on a Budget5:01  Thrifty Meal Plan5:15  Budget Friendly Meal Planning5:22  Low-Cost Menu Planner5:40  Meeting Your My Plate Goals on a Budget5:56  New Year Eating Tips: Every Bite Counts6:39  USDA Seasonal Produce Guide6:58  Healthy Thrifty Holiday Menus7:25  Diabetes Food Hub7:53 Diabetes Food Hub Budget Meals8:05  Why Hunger Find Food8:56  Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank9:19  FredFood Pantry Locator Map9:50  FredFood Mobile Pantry Schedule9:58  FredFood: Feeding Seniors10:30  SHARE Food Network article (on Free-Lance Star website)10:51  Share Food Network (Catholic Charities)  

Adam Knudson, MD, Medical Director of Mary Washington Healthcare Hospice Services, sat down with Ted Schubel from Town Talk to talk about hospice services and the upcoming Light Up a Life Illumination.Learn more at Hospice.mwhc.com and LightUpaLife.mwhc.com.

Learn more about the MWHC Wellness Program at Wellness.mwhc.com.

September 18 is National HIV/AIDS and Aging Awareness Day (NHAAD). NHAAD brings attention to issues related to HIV among older Americans, including new infections among older adults and adults over 50 aging with HIV.Erika Robinson is a nurse practitioner with Mary Washington Infectious Diseases who works with patients of all ages living with HIV. The Mary Washington Healthcare Wellness Program serves our community to help those living with HIV and AIDS to navigate healthcare, understand medications, and assist in finding financial and emotional support options. Learn more at Wellness.mwhc.com.

Stephanie Goldberg, MD, visited Town Talk with Ted Schubel to talk about the new Graduate Medical Education program at Mary Washington Healthcare. Dr. Goldberg is the Vice President and Designated Institutional Officer of the GME.The GME program will allow medical interns and residents to begin their training at Mary Washington Hospital and other outpatient facilities following their graduation from an accredited medical school.

Mary Washington Healthcare in partnership with Stafford Soccer presented a live Ask the Expert event on ACL injuries in young athletes. This is the audio recording of the live event. The expert panel included Christopher Richards, MD, orthopedic surgeon and fellowship-trained sports medicine physician; and Fernando Ramos, Technical Director of Stafford Soccer. Learn about injury prevention, treatment options, and what is involved with ACL reconstruction. http://practices.mwhc.com https://staffordsoccer.com

Join two of Mary Washington Healthcare’s physical therapists as they chat with Ted Schubel on Town Talk about physical therapy, the importance of communication with your therapist, and all the ways PT can help you recover and get back to your regular activities.Featured in this podcast:From Mary Washington Healthcare Rehabilitation Services of Fredericksburg: Kimberly Muilenburg, Rehabilitation Therapy SupervisorAlissa Agnew, Physical Therapisthttps://www.marywashingtonhealthcare.com/locations/rehabilitation-services-fredericksburg/ From NewsTalk 1230 WFVA:Ted Schubel, Town Talkhttps://www.newstalk1230.net/episode/town-talk-mary-4/

Pediatricians Blair Ryland Lethbridge, DO, and Rhonda W. Savaria, MD, from Mary Washington Pediatrics offer tips and solutions—and cautions about what NOT to do—to feed your baby safely during the formula shortage.Learn more about Mary Washington Pediatrics.Some additional resources:https://www.cdc.gov/breastfeeding/recommendations/handling_breastmilk.htmhttps://www.hmbana.org/https://www.babyformulaexchange.com/https://www.healthychildren.org/English/tips-tools/ask-the-pediatrician/Pages/Are-there-shortages-of-infant-formula-due-to-COVID-19.aspx

Dr. Alex Na, Medical Director of Cardiac Surgery at Mary Washington Hospital, and Mike Brown, Cardiac Surgery Program Manager, Mary Washington Hospital, sat down with Ted Schubel on Town Talk to talk about the latest advancements and technology at Mary Washington Hospital in Fredericksburg, VA.

Mary Washington Hospital Clinical Research Nurse Christine Emery talked with Ted Schubel on Town Talk about the history of local research and what’s taking place right now–a Low Dose CT study.

Snowden at Fredericksburg has two outpatient programs for those in need of intensive therapy or substance abuse counseling. The Partial Hospitalization Program goes five days a week for seven hours each day. Most patients attend for two weeks, and the day includes group therapy, medication management, art and music therapy, and meditation. The Intensive Outpatient Program runs three days a week for three hours each day, and most patients attend for 8 weeks. It focuses on substance abuse recovery using a 12-step program.  We spoke with the program director and three patient graduates of the programs to hear more about how the programs have helped them.

Marty Heins, practice manager at Mary Washington Weight Loss Center, sat down with Ted Schubel to talk about the Weight Loss Center and the recent accreditation of the Surgical Weight Loss program at Mary Washington Hospital.Bariatric surgery is a tool that’s part of a long-term, lifelong change. Used in combination with other services, it can help you get moving toward an active, healthy lifestyle.Visit weightloss.mwhc.com to learn more and to sign up for the free information session.

Dr. Richard Erwin from Mary Washington Pediatrics talks with Ted Schubel on Town Talk about COVID-19 and kids and whether your child should be vaccinated. Dr. Erwin talks about flu shots, keeping your kids safe and healthy during the winter and how to handle the holidays.Original episode link: https://www.b1015.com/episode/town-talk-mary-washington-healthcare-pediatrics/

Does your child struggle with bedwetting? Do you feel like you've tried every trick in the book? The pelvic floor therapy program at Rehabilitation Services of Stafford at Stafford Hospital has a pediatric program designed with your child in mind.Physical Therapist Melissa Eagleton talks about the program and how it works. To learn more visit https://www.marywashingtonhealthcare.com/Our-Services/Rehabilitation-Services/Stafford-Hospital.aspx.

At her heaviest, René was 338 pounds and had just learned she was pre-diabetic, had high blood pressure, and high cholesterol. Her doctor recommended surgical weight loss, so René made an appointment with Dr. Denis Halmi at the Mary Washington Weight Loss Center, and her weight loss journey began. She has lost almost 200 pounds and has a new outlook on life.For more information, visit weightloss.mwhc.com. 

Chris Brown, regional director for Mary Washington Physical Therapy, visited Town Talk with Ted Schubel to talk about the benefits of PT, providing help in COVID and an exercise you can do in your car during your commute.

Bringing a newborn home can be scary, especially if you've never been a parent before. Kimberley Good, BSN, RN, LCCE, IBCLC, is the Coordinator of Parent Child Education Department at the Family Birth Place at Mary Washington Hospital.She teaches our parenting classes and joined us to talk about tips for new parents bringing their infant home for the first time.

The Mary Washington Healthcare Stroke Awareness program aims to increase community awareness about stroke. Despite progress in stroke prevention and improvements in medical care, stroke remains the fifth leading cause of death and the major cause of long-term disability in adults in the United States.  Stroke is a medical emergency. Recognizing stroke and getting the right treatment quickly can save lives and lead to improved outcomes. In this presentation, we define stroke, review the time-sensitive treatments for stroke and discuss how you can be "stroke smart" by learning the three R’s” of stroke:  reduce risk, recognize symptoms with BE-FAST, and respond immediately by calling 9-1-1!   This education is brought to you by Susan Halpin, MSN, RN, SCRN, Mary Washington Hospital Stroke Program Coordinator; Christina Rauch, EMT-P, Mary Washington Healthcare EMS Coordinator; and Bert Seitzinger, stroke survivor and MWH volunteer.  Learn more at Stroke.mwhc.com

Dr. Rachel Coggins visited Ted Schubel on Town Talk to talk about physical medicine and the work she does with cancer and stroke patients.Learn more about physical medicine and Dr. Coggins at https://www.marywashingtonhealthcare.com/Our-Services/Medical-Group/Physical-Medicine.aspx.

Dr. Norman Bernstein from Mary Washington Infectious Diseases has been treating patients with HIV for decades. Some of his first patients are still living long, healthy lives. We talked with him about HIV Long-Term Survivors Awareness Day and how treatments have advanced over the years.For more information, visit wellness.mwhc.com.

Nicole Hinkle-Klaus and Shari Deneke with Mary Washington Healthcare visited Town Talk with Ted Schubel to talk about the programs and work of Mary Washington Healthcare Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehabilitation.  They also discussed how to establish heart-healthy habits.Original episode: https://www.newstalk1230.net/episode/town-talk-mw/More about  MWHC Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehabilitation: https://www.marywashingtonhealthcare.com/Our-Services/Heart-Health/Cardiac-Pulmonary-Rehabilitation.aspx

Dr. Brian McDermott, orthopedic surgeon with Mary Washington Orthopedics in affiliation with FOA, visited Ted Schubel at Town Talk to talk about the benefits of ANTERIOR ADVANTAGE™ Hip Replacement.This episode aired on November 9, 2020. For the original episode on Town Talk, visit https://www.newstalk1230.net/episode/town-talk-dr-brian-mcdermott/.For more information on ANTERIOR ADVANTAGE™ Hip Replacement, visit https://www.marywashingtonhealthcare.com/Anterior-Hip-Replacement.aspx.

Jody Long is a diabetes educator with Mary Washington Healthcare Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support Services. In this episode she talks about different apps that could help you manage your diabetes, ranging from exercise to calorie trackers to meditation. Some of the apps Jody mentions in the podcast are the 7-minute Workout App, Calorie King, mySugr, and  Headspace.Some websites Jody recommends for advice and reviews are the American Diabetes Association, diaTribe, National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, and this article from the University of Illinois Chicago.

Mary Washington Healthcare Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support Services is dedicated to providing quality education and support for individuals with diabetes. #insideMWHC talked with diabetes educators Laura Eubanks, BS, RD, CDCES, CPT; and Parminder Singh, BSN, RN, CDCES, about some common myths and misunderstandings many people have when it comes to managing their diabetes.For more information, visit diabetes.mwhc.com.

Valerie Lemelin, RN, and Donna R Rolle, RN, both started as nurses in labor and delivery before discovering a passion for helping new moms get started breastfeeding.These certified lactation consultants had great information to share, including reasons to breastfeed, what you need to know about breast pumps, and tips for overcoming potential roadblocks. They even busted a couple of breastfeeding myths.Here are a few of the resources mentioned in the podcast:NYTimes first two weeks article: https://www.nytimes.com/article/breastfeeding-newborn.htmlBreastfeeding laws in VA: https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/breastfeeding/virginia-public-breastfeeding-law/Breastfeeding and the workplace: https://acluva.org/en/news/know-your-rights-breastfeeding-work-and-goFor more information, visit mybaby.mwhc.com.

Dr. Arun Chhabra, Stroke Medical Director of Mary Washington Hospital, joined #insideMWHC to talk about stroke. Learn about the different types of stroke, what to look for in yourself or someone you know, and how to lower your risk factors. He also talks about how important it is to get treatment right away.

Dr. Denis Halmi (virtually) visited Town Talk with Ted Schubel for a great discussion about surgical weight loss at the new Mary Washington Weight Loss Center. Studies have shown that weight loss surgery can help you resolve or improve leading causes of heart disease including diabetes, high blood pressure, abnormalities in lipids, and obstructive sleep apnea. Original show recording: https://www.newstalk1230.net/episode/town-talk-mary-washington-2/Learn more about the Mary Washington Weight Loss Center: https://www.marywashingtonhealthcare.com/Our-Services/Medical-Group/Weight-Loss-Center.aspx

#insideMWHC sat down with Licensed Professional Counselor LaToya Ray and Licensed Clinical Social Worker Stephanie Fidgeon from Mary Washington Hospital Snowden at Fredericksburg, to talk about postpartum depression, baby blues, and the vast range of feelings new moms may experience after giving birth.

Karen Bayer is a retired Fairfax County Public Schools educator of 31 years, and is also retired military. When she was diagnosed with breast cancer at age 65, it was the beginning of a life-changing journey for the professional mobile DJ and small home business entrepreneur.It is difficult to put into words the impact she had on the people she met, and the lives she touched throughout her cancer treatment, but we gathered Karen and her care team to talk about her journey in the hopes it will encourage others embarking on the same path.For more information about radiation oncology at Mary Washington Healthcare's Regional Cancer Center, please visit cancer.mwhc.com. 

Medical Director Dr. Joshua Attridge and Nurse Manager Nancy Young talk about Mary Washington Hospital’s Level III NICU: services available, the neonatal transport team and involving parents in the plan of care.For more information on the Level III NICU at MWH, please visit MyBaby.mwhc.com. This episode originally aired on April 27, 2020, on News Talk 1230AM WFVA.

#insideMWHC sat down with Licensed Professional Counselor LaToya Ray and Licensed Clinical Social Worker Stephanie Fidgeon from Mary Washington Hospital Snowden at Fredericksburg, to talk about strategies to help your child identify and express emotion, and steps to take if you feel like your child is struggling with depression or suicidal thoughts.This podcast was recorded in February 2020 before the outbreak of COVID-19 closed schools and changed our way of life, but the advice from our experts will still apply.Please know that if your child displays emotions and/or behaviors which cause concern, contacting a therapist is always a good option. If your child makes statements or displays behaviors consistent with wanting to hurt themself or others, contact 911 or bring your child to emergency department immediately. Two excellent local resources are Mental Health America of Fredericksburg (https://www.mhafred.org/, 540.371.2704) or the Rappahannock Area Community Services Board (https://rappahannockareacsb.org/, 540.373.6876).To learn more about Mary Washington Hospital Snowden at Fredericksburg please visit https://www.marywashingtonhealthcare.com/Our-Services/Brain-Health/Behavioral-Health.aspx

Bonnie Neely had both of her knees replaced in 2019, and she had such a positive experience at Mary Washington Hospital that she contacted #insideMWHC to tell her story. Both her surgeries were performed by Dr. Brian McDermott of Mary Washington Orthopedics in affiliation with FOA. You'll also hear from him as he talks about what to expect with joint replacement at Mary Washington Healthcare.Learn more about joint replacement at MWHC by visiting ortho.mwhc.com.

Ted Schubel of Town Talk on 1230 WFVA sat down with Dr. Rhonda Winchester, a pediatrician with Mary Washington Pediatrics. Dr. Winchester's interest in medicine started early when her sister was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes.She encourages parents-to-be to choose their pediatrician before they give birth, so they have time to interview the providers, visit the office, and feel comfortable with the practice. Pediatricians can almost be an extension of the family, so it's important to develop a close relationship.Learn more about Dr. Winchester and Mary Washington Pediatrics at https://www.marywashingtonhealthcare.com/Our-Services/Medical-Group/Pediatrics.aspx

Dr. Christopher Richards visited Town Talk with Ted Schubel to talk about sports medicine at Mary Washington Orthopedics in affiliation with FOA. Dr. Richards talks about minimally invasive and open treatment of knee and shoulder injuries and cartilage restoration.To learn more about Dr. Richards and Mary Washington Orthopedics in affiliation with FOA, visit https://www.marywashingtonhealthcare.com/Our-Services/Medical-Group/Orthopedics.aspx

Ted Schubel of Town Talk on 1230 WFVA sat down with Dr. Blair Ryland of Mary Washington Pediatrics. Dr. Ryland was a collegiate gymnast at Stanford and became interested in medicine when she starting seeing a pediatric sports medicine doctor in high school.One of the favorite parts of her job is forming relationships with the parents of her small patients.Learn more about Dr. Ryland and Mary Washington Pediatrics at https://www.marywashingtonhealthcare.com/Our-Services/Medical-Group/Pediatrics.aspx

Dr. Kurian Thott is the medical director of Stafford Hospital's gynecological surgery program. Stafford Hospital has been designated a Center of Excellence in Minimally Invasive Gynecology (COEMIG) since 2014, with a redesignation in 2017. In this podcast, Dr. Thott talks about GYN symptoms that should prompt you to visit your doctor for treatment. He also talks about the benefits of minimally invasive surgery, including reduced pain levels and faster recovery time.

Dr. Markowsky joined #insideMWHC to talk about cold and flu season and how best to keep your family healthy this year.If you are pressed for time, the following cues will help you quickly find what you're looking for!1:00 Best practices to manage your children's health during cold and flu season2:12 Who should get the flu shot?3:30 Who can get RSV?4:02 How to cover your mouth when coughing or sneezing4:36 How to wash your child's hands5:06 When to clean toys5:47 Are hand sanitizers effective? Dangerous for kids?6:45 Areas where kids are more susceptible to catch a virus7:25 Keeping shopping carts clean8:02 Is it cold or flu?8:51 Bronchiolitis and RSV9:10 Raspy coughs9:43 Stomach flu10:22 Norovirus11:02 Home care tips for sick children11:52 Taking your child's temperature13:21 Acetaminophen and ibuprofen14:28 ER vs urgent care vs pediatrician15:07 Severe symptoms to look for15:39 Reasons for hospital admittance17:05 Nurse advice line (540.741.1000, 365 days a year, 6:00 a.m.–midnight)

Please share with family and friends who have been diagnosed or who are exhibiting any of the symptoms Laura talks about in the podcast.Learn more at http://diabetes.mwhc.com

Dr. Soni from Mary Washington Neurology sat down with us to talk about seizures - what can cause them, what to do if someone is having one, and what to expect after it happens.

What is surgical weight loss?Is surgical weight loss the right choice for me?What are the types of surgical weight loss?How do you prepare for surgery?What are the risks?Will my insurance cover the surgery?What are some benefits to having surgical weight loss?Why should I choose Mary Washington Hospital?Do you use robotic surgery equipment?How can I find out more?

We had the opportunity recently to sit down with Eileen Dohmann, Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer; Kim Smart, Grant Manager for the Mary Washington and Stafford Hospital Foundations; and Gail Perkins and Sarah Alley, Forensic Nurses at MWH.The Forensic Nurse program is funded in part by the Mary Washington Hospital Foundation and Mary Washington Healthcare, as well as community partners and generous donors. Thank you to all who help make this vital resource available to our community.If you suspect that someone is being held or forced to work or engage in commercial sex against their will, or if you yourself are a victim of human trafficking, please call the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1.888.373.7888. You can also text HELP to 233733 (BEFREE). Learn more at humantraffickinghotline.orgIf you or someone you know is in an unsafe situation due to domestic violence, or if you have been sexually assaulted, call 1.800.656.HOPE (4673) to be connected with a trained staff member from a sexual assault service provider in your area. You can visit rainn.org to learn more or to find a provider near you.Here in Fredericksburg, Virginia, you can call 540.371.1666 24 hours a day to be connected directly with the Rappahannock Council Against Sexual Assault. You can also visit their website at rcasa.org.The forensic nurses at Mary Washington Hospital are available 24 hours a day through the Emergency Department. If you would like to help us expand our program to serve more people, click the Donate Now button at the top of each page on mwhc.com. When entering your donation information, include a note indicating that your donation is in support of the Forensic Nurse program. You can also call 540.741.1512 to speak with someone directly about donating. If you prefer to write a check, make it payable to MWH Foundation and send it to 2600 Mary Washington Blvd., Fredericksburg, VA 22401. Write Forensic Services in the note section of the check.

Jody Long, RD, Diabetes Educator with Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support Services, sat down with #insideMWHC to give us her top 10 tips for navigating the holidays with diabetes.Tip 1: Dealing with a holiday table full of delicious foodTip 2: Eating outTip 3: Dessert options to bring to an eventTip 4: Foods to avoidTip 5: The dreaded food policeTip 6: Finding time to exerciseTip 7: Sleep problemsTip 8: Managing blood sugarTip 9: Traveling with diabetesTip 10: Decrease stress, increase joy!Learn more at diabetes.mwhc.com.