If you’re confused by weight loss medications like Ozempic or Wegovy, diet trends, or bariatric surgery options, you’re not alone.

In this episode of Baptist HealthTalk, Dr. Anthony Gonzalez, chief of surgery for Baptist Hospital of Miami and Medical Director of Bariatric Surgery at Baptist Health, sits down with Dr. Timothy Nowack, a general and bariatric surgeon, to separate fact from fiction and explain what actually works for long-term weight loss. They break down how GLP-1 weight loss medications work, who they’re for, what kind of results are realistic, and why obesity is a chronic disease—not a personal failure.

The conversation also explores when diet and lifestyle changes may be enough, when medications can help, and when weight loss surgery becomes an important option.

If you’re trying to make safe, informed decisions about your health without the hype, this episode provides clear, expert guidance. Watch now to learn which weight loss path may be right for you.

Host:
Anthony Gonzalez, M.D.
Chief of Surgery, Baptist Hospital of Miami
Medical Director of Bariatric Surgery, Baptist Health

Guest:
Timothy Nowack, M.D.
General Surgeon
Baptist Health

Cervical cancer is one of the most preventable cancers, and when caught early, it’s often highly curable. In fact, reports say Australia is on track to eliminate cervical cancer by 2035. However, many women still have unanswered questions about symptoms, screening and what a diagnosis really means.

In this Baptist HealthTalk episode, host Johanna Gomez sits down with Dr. Ryan Kahn, a gynecologic oncologist with Baptist Health Cancer Care, to answer the most searched questions women have about cervical cancer.

They cover why early stages are often symptom-free, the warning signs to watch for, how survival rates change by stage and what treatment can look like (surgery, chemo, radiation and newer targeted therapies).

Dr. Kahn also clears up common misconceptions about HPV, the HPV vaccine and how often you actually need a Pap/HPV test.

Listen now for clear, practical guidance to help you protect your health.

If you’re due for screening, or noticing changes, this episode helps you know what to do next.

Host:
Johanna Gomez
Award-Winning Host & Journalist

Guest:
Ryan Kahn, M.D.
Gynecologic Oncologist
Baptist Health Cancer Care

If you’re starting new year fitness goals and feeling pressure to change everything FAST, you’re not alone.

In this episode of Baptist HealthTalk, host Johanna Gomez sits down with Dr. Steven Hale, a primary sports medicine physician with Baptist Health Orthopedic Care, to break down how to start exercising the right way without burning out or getting injured.

They discuss why so many people quit by the end of January, how starting too fast can lead to common sports injuries, and why the “no pain, no gain” mindset can actually do more harm than good. Dr. Hale explains the importance of starting slow, progressing by just 5–10% per week, and focusing on consistency over quick results.

You’ll also learn how exercise supports both physical and mental health, and how small, realistic changes can help you build habits that actually last. Watch now to learn how to create a safe, sustainable fitness routine that works with your body—not against it.

Host:
Johanna Gomez
Award-Winning Host & Journalist

Guest:
Steven Hale, M.D.
Primary Sports Medicine Physician
Baptist Health Orthopedic Care

¿Andas con ansiedad, cambios de humor, niebla mental o cansancio extremo? No estás sola.

En este episodio de Baptist HealthTalk, la Dra. Rachel Rohaidy de Baptist Health Miami Neuroscience Institute y la presentadora Anabelle Blum explican qué pasa realmente en tu cerebro durante la perimenopausia y la menopausia, por qué te puedes sentir “apagada” o “no como tú misma” y qué herramientas existen para recuperar claridad y bienestar.

Hablamos de salud mental, hormonas, familia, cultura y cómo pedir ayuda sin tabúes — especialmente en nuestra comunidad hispana.


Presentadora:
Anabelle Blum

Experta:
Rachel Rohaidy, M.D.
Psiquiatra
Baptist Health Miami Neuroscience Institute

Heart attack prevention and heart health start with small, consistent changes. In this episode of Baptist HealthTalk, host Sandra Peebles sits down with cardiologist Dr. Sergiu Darabant of Baptist Health Heart & Vascular Care to explain how everyday choices—from diet and exercise to screenings and family history—can help prevent heart disease before it starts.

You’ll learn:
• How to know if your heart is truly healthy
• The truth about heart-healthy diets like Mediterranean and DASH
• Why women and men experience symptoms differently
• The role of exercise and what “Zone 2" really means
• One simple change you can make today to protect your heart

It’s never too early—or too late—to invest in your heart health.

Subscribe for more expert conversations on prevention and wellness from Baptist Health.

Host:
Sandra Peebles
Award-Winning Journalist

Guest:
Sergiu Darabant, M.D.
Cardiologist
Baptist Health Heart & Vascular Care

If you take daily medications or supplements, you may be surprised to learn how much your everyday foods can affect them.

Host Johanna Gomez sits down with Dr. Emilie Collongette, a primary care clinical pharmacy specialist at Baptist Health, to break down the most common—and most surprising—food-drug and supplement-drug interactions.

From grapefruit and leafy greens to collagen, turmeric, calcium, and herbal remedies like St. John’s wort, Dr. Collongette explains how these everyday items can impact safety, absorption, and effectiveness.

You’ll also learn why timing matters, how to read warning labels, and what questions to ask your pharmacist or provider to stay safe.

Listen now to understand how to make your medications work with you, not against you.

Host:
Johanna Gomez
Award-Winning Host & Journalist

Guest:
Emilie Collongette, Pharm.D.
Primary Care Clinical Pharmacy Specialist
Baptist Health

El cáncer de pulmón genera muchas preguntas, desde los primeros síntomas hasta lo que sucede después de un diagnóstico.

En este episodio, nuestros expertos explican las señales más comunes, cómo funcionan las pruebas de detección, el papel del tabaquismo y qué esperar en cuanto a tratamientos, pronóstico y calidad de vida.

Una conversación clara y directa para entender mejor una enfermedad que afecta a tantas familias.

Presentadora:
Sandra Peebles
Periodista Galardonada

Experto:
Ian Bostock, M.D.
Cirujano Torácico
Baptist Health Cancer Care

Think vaping is safer than smoking? This Baptist HealthTalk episode will make you think twice.

In this new conversation with pulmonologist Dr. Sosa, he breaks down what really happens when you vape and why the risks are much more serious than most people realize.

You’ll hear:
• What’s actually inside a vape and why it matters
• How vaping affects lungs, especially in developing teens
• The hidden chemicals and exposures most people never hear about
• The truth behind “one pod equals one pack”
• What parents need to know about the products kids can access today
• Why flavors make addiction even easier
• How fast habits form and why they’re so hard to break

If you or someone you love vapes, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.

Host:
Johanna Gomez
Award-Winning Host & Journalist

Guest:
Andres F. Sosa, M.D.
General and Interventional Pulmonologist
Baptist Health Baptist Hospital