St. Mary Health Line

Fall Sports Injury Prevention

St. Mary Medical Center orthopedic surgeon, James Scott, DO, discusses common fall sports injuries in both youth, adult and professional sports on UpWords on WBCB. Dr. Scott shares some tips for prevention, strength and conditioning.

Hiatal Hernias

Alfred Trang, MD, St. Mary Medical Center board-certified general and bariatric surgeon, discusses hiatal hernias – what they are, early warning signs, and the latest treatment options.

Men’s Health Month

St. Mary Medical Center board-certified urologist, Justin Harmon, MD, discusses former President Joe Biden’s recent advanced prostate cancer diagnosis, when to get screened for prostate cancer, the importance of understanding family history and treatment methods.

Skin Cancer Prevention and Sunscreen Tips

St. Mary Medical Center resident Maria Kelley, MD, discusses skin cancer prevention, staying protected from the sun, choosing the right sunscreen and the best treatment methods for sunburn on UpWords with Chris Ermer.

High-Risk Breast Cancer Assessment

St. Mary Medical Center breast surgical oncologist, Kristin Krupa, MD, discusses ways reduce the risk of breast cancer and the importance of a high-risk breast assessment.