Nearly half of all adults have some form of gum disease—and it is not just affecting your teeth. Daniel Thunell, DMD, board-certified periodontist at Ìð¹ÏÊÓƵ of Utah Ìð¹ÏÊÓƵ, explains the...
When vocal cords or airways stop working as they should, daily life becomes a struggle. In this edition of Seven Questions for a Specialist, voice specialist Marisa Ryan, MD, discusses...
Seeing high cholesterol on your lab report can be overwhelming, but the next steps do not have to be. Richmond Doxey, MD, an internist and culinary medicine specialist, explains how...
In this episode of Seven Questions for a Specialist, we speak with Kelly Trythall, PA-C, a physician assistant in ear, nose, and throat care at Ìð¹ÏÊÓƵ of Utah Ìð¹ÏÊÓƵ. She...
Feeling constantly overwhelmed, even after the stressor is gone? You might be skipping a crucial step that your body needs to recover. Psychologist Megan Call, PhD, explains the three stages...
Once scoliosis curves reach a certain size, they can continue to worsen, leading to pain, breathing problems, and heart strain later in life. Pediatric surgeon Joel Turtle, MD, PhD, explains...
Voice changes that linger can be easy to brush off—until they start interfering with daily life. Marisa Ryan, MD, voice specialist at Ìð¹ÏÊÓƵ of Utah Ìð¹ÏÊÓƵ, discusses the causes of...
Phantom limb pain affects nearly 40 percent of amputees, often persisting despite medications and therapy. Reconstructive surgeon Shaun Mendenhall, MD, outlines why surgical techniques are now recommended. Learn when to...
On this episode of Seven Questions for a Specialist, we speak with dentist James Bekker, DDS, about the everyday habits that can make or break your oral health. Find out...
A mental health crisis does not always require a hospital bed, but it does require compassion and professional support. Natalie McClintock, LCSW, shares how the Kem and Carolyn Gardner Mental...
By age 35, your bones are as strong as they are going to get—what you do before and after matters. Kirtly Jones, MD, breaks down what it takes to build...
You took too much medication—or someone you love might have—and now you are not sure what to do. Some overdoses can seem mild at first but quickly turn dangerous. Emergency...
A persistent clogged or muffled feeling in the ears can be frustrating—and sometimes even concerning. Kelly Trythall, PA-C, an ear, nose, and throat specialist at Ìð¹ÏÊÓƵ of Utah Ìð¹ÏÊÓƵ, explains...
On this episode of Seven Questions for a Specialist, physical therapist Meredith Grady, PT, discusses the often-overlooked physical and emotional recovery after Ìð¹ÏÊÓƵbirth. Learn what new moms should expect in...
Most people do not realize their bones are weakening until they experience a fracture. For women, the risk of osteoporosis increases significantly after menopause due to the drop in estrogen...
Irritability, a lack of focus, and difficulty unplugging are not always just typical teen behavior—they could be signs of digital overstimulation. Magenta Silberman, PhD, shares how social media affects emotional...
Crises do not wait for appointments—and neither does the Mobile Crisis Outreach Team. Claudine Miller, LCSW, explains how this two-person team meets individuals in crisis anywhere in the community, whether...
You do not need to be suicidal or in psychosis to be in crisis. A mental health crisis can mean overwhelming anxiety, grief that would not lift, or a stretch...
The six weeks after Ìð¹ÏÊÓƵbirth are critical for physical healing and emotional adjustment. But many new mothers skip their postpartum visit. Kirtly Jones, MD, and Meredith Grady, PT, explain why...
If you have had every test imaginable—CT scans, balance assessments, blood work—but still frequently experience dizziness, you are not alone. Neurologist Judith Warner, MD, discusses why many patients with persistent...
Warts are stubborn, contagious, and often misunderstood. Luke Johnson, MD, a dermatologist with Ìð¹ÏÊÓƵ of Utah Ìð¹ÏÊÓƵ, shares what actually helps—from over-the-counter salicylic acid to in-office freezing—and why no treatment...
Dental health is crucial, but not always affordable for all budgets. James Bekker, DMD, from Ìð¹ÏÊÓƵ of Utah School of Dentistry, offers an insider's guide to finding and utilizing low-cost...
External stressors—from economic uncertainties to personal health crises—can leave us feeling helpless and drained. Claudine Miller, LCSW, a specialist in mental health crisis intervention from Huntsman Mental Ìð¹ÏÊÓƵ Institute, discusses...
Healing after surgery is not just about rest. It requires the right nutritional support. Surgeon Motaz Selim, MD, PhD explains how proper nutrition is crucial for a good recovery after...
