Dr. Stavan Patell, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon with WK Health, joins Healthline 3 to discuss surgical options available to those suffering from obstructive sleep apnea.

Irina Haas-Ghattas and Catherine Rogers Schaefer of Shed It! Weight Loss and Wellness – along with Tess Lopez of Prep Cakes Bakery – join Healthline 3 to discuss how to enjoy Mardi Gras without gaining weight. Haas-Ghattas and Schaefer explain how GLP-1 drugs discourage overeating and Lopez talks about making tasty and healthier Mardi Gras desserts.

Irina Haas-Ghattas and Catherine Schaefer, PA-C, from Shed It Weight Loss and Wellness, share practical strategies for staying healthy during the holidays and carrying momentum into the new year. They discuss how weight-loss injections, realistic lifestyle changes, and ongoing support can help people reach and maintain their wellness goals.

Physiatrists Dr. Katharine Balbuena and Dr. Wade Wyckoff from the Willis-Knighton Rehabilitation Institute discuss the vital role of inpatient rehabilitation in helping patients regain independence. They break down what makes their program unique, how structured therapy accelerates recovery, and what families should know about healing after hip fractures and strokes.

Dr. James Barnes, bariatric surgeon at Highland Clinic, discusses the journey of medical and surgical weight loss—and how patients can stay on track during the holiday season. Dr. Barnes breaks down realistic expectations, mindful eating strategies, and the importance of emotional support after bariatric surgery. Whether you're considering weight-loss options or navigating life post-surgery, this episode offers practical, encouraging advice for long-term success.

Dr. Syed Mehmood of Red River Cardiovascular Surgery discusses the latest advances in minimally invasive heart repair, including innovative approaches to heart valve procedures, CABG (coronary artery bypass grafting), and other life-saving cardiac interventions. Dr. Mehmood explains how smaller incisions, faster recovery times, and leading-edge technologies are transforming patient outcomes and expanding options for those once considered too high-risk for traditional surgery.

Dr. Tharwat Ghattas, oncologist with Ghattas Oncology by Highland Clinic, shines light on Lung Cancer Awareness Month. Dr. Ghattas discusses the latest in screening, early detection, risk factors, and breakthroughs in treatment. He also shares practical guidance on prevention and how patients and families can navigate a lung cancer diagnosis with confidence and hope.