Inside Scope

Addiction Medicine with Dr. Hastings-Spaine

Most people try to help when a friend or family member is sick or injured, but it may feel complicated when the illness is addiction. In this episode of Inside Scope, host Dr. Daniel Haight talks with addiction specialist Dr. Lindsey Hastings-Spaine about how to broach this topic when someone is suffering. Addiction is one of the most common preventable diseases in the U.S., says Dr. Hastings-Spaine, and in some cases, addiction may be related to someone “self-medicating” to cope with another illness. If you’re concerned about someone, she says you should let them know you care but carefully avoid being judgmental.

Is Plastic Surgery Right For You?

After significant weight loss, many patients find that feeling better on the inside doesn’t always match what they see in the mirror. In this episode of Inside Scope, host Dr. Daniel Haight talks with LRH board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. David Straughan about the role plastic surgery can play after weight loss as well as other reconstructive and cosmetic concerns. From excess skin and body contouring to other procedures such as breast and facial surgery, Dr. Straughan explains how today’s patients are approaching the next phase of their health journey and why setting realistic expectations and understanding options are key to achieving results that feel right for each individual.

A Hands-On Approach to Concierge Medicine

At LRH’s Concierge Medicine office, Dr. Phung Phan brings a very personal touch to his family medicine practice. Dr. Phan uses osteopathic manipulative therapy – literally using his hands to diagnose and treat patients in his care. In this episode of Inside Scope, host Dr. Daniel Haight talks with Dr. Phan about osteopathic medicine and how the time his patients spend with him allows him to take a more holistic view of their health, including factors that affect them outside of immediate health concerns. He wants patients to be hands-on, too, actively participating in preventive care.

Rhythm of the Heart: What Signs to Look Out For

People who complain of feeling a fluttering in their chest may need to call an electrician (of the heart). In this episode of Inside Scope, host Dr. Daniel Haight talks with LRH cardiac electrophysiologist Dr. Anurag Singh about the heart’s rhythm. One-fourth of the population over 40 has atrial fibrillation, a fast, irregular heartbeat that may cause fatigue or a fluttery feeling in the chest. Unfortunately, others have no symptoms until they have a stroke. Dr. Singh urges patients with symptoms or a diagnosis of atrial fibrillation to see a cardiac electrophysiologist to explore their options for getting back into rhythm.

How to Get Better Access to Your Health

The Benefits of Family Medicine with Dr. Anthony Moon A family doctor does more than care for a patient when they are sick; in fact, they focus on keeping a patient well by listening, understanding family history, and monitoring key numbers such as blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar. In this episode of Inside Scope, host Dr. Daniel Haight talks with Family Medicine physician Dr. Anthony Moon about the relationship between a patient and their doctor. Tools like the patient portal make it easier than ever to communicate about everything from prescription refills to lab results. Instead of worrying about a test result showing “in the red,” Dr. Moon says a patient should ask their doctor what it means for them personally. Inside Scope - A Podcast from Lakeland Regional Health