Open Mics With Dr. Stites

Steve Stites, MD, executive vice president, clinical affairs and chief medical officer of The University of Kansas Health System, interviews physicians and leaders about advances in healthcare and current affairs.

The Hidden Burdens of Parkinson’s Disease 02/26/2025

The Hidden Burdens of Parkinson’s Disease Parkinson’s Disease is more than a tremor and stiff muscles. Some patients experience delusions and hallucinations. We explore the hidden burdens of Parkinson’s Disease. /episode/index/show/openmicstites/id/35439060

Protecting Sexual Health Following Prostate Surgery 12/18/2024

Protecting Sexual Health Following Prostate Surgery We explore techniques that can reduce nerve damage and protect sexual function. /episode/index/show/openmicstites/id/34503300

Science Behind Breastfeeding 12/04/2024

Science Behind Breastfeeding Breastfeeding benefits mom and baby, so why are so many infants missing out? Discover the science and explore the barriers keeping families from best practices. /episode/index/show/openmicstites/id/34283470

Food Insecurity 11/20/2024

Food Insecurity Food insecurity affects health, but what if doctors could prescribe food just like medicine? Explore a new program helping patients make healthy choices. /episode/index/show/openmicstites/id/34034294

Advanced Endoscopic GI Cancer Procedures 11/13/2024

Advanced Endoscopic GI Cancer Procedures Imagine treating GI cancers with precision, while sparing patients from major surgery. We explore the powerful new tools in gastrointestinal care offering faster recovery and life-changing outcomes. /episode/index/show/openmicstites/id/33915987

10 Years After the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge,What is the State of ALS Research? 11/06/2024

10 Years After the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge,What is the State of ALS Research? Ten years since the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge. We explore the real impacts of that viral trend. New research and novel drugs but still no cure. Meet one woman who is not giving up, but is giving back, in the face of a terminal diagnosis. /episode/index/show/openmicstites/id/33816898

Lisfranc Injury, Student Spared Surgery 10/23/2024

Lisfranc Injury, Student Spared Surgery What seemed like a sprained ankle turned out to be much more for one high school athlete. Learn how a trainer's sharp eye saved her from surgery and got her back in the game. /episode/index/show/openmicstites/id/33582832

Falling Safely 10/16/2024

Falling Safely Can seniors learn to fall safely? Hear from researchers testing new methods and one participant's experience! It's all about reducing injury. /episode/index/show/openmicstites/id/33482717

Losing Weight Before Surgery and Prostate Cancer Outcomes 09/25/2024

Losing Weight Before Surgery and Prostate Cancer Outcomes Can losing weight before surgery make a difference in prostate cancer outcomes? A new study reveals the power of weight loss interventions. Tune in to learn how it can save lives! /episode/index/show/openmicstites/id/33203022

Limb Salvation 09/18/2024

Limb Salvation A purple-heart veteran thought his battle days were behind him, until he found himself in a battle to save his own leg. Why doctors at the V.A. trusted surgeons at The University of Kansas Health System to lead the fight. /episode/index/show/openmicstites/id/33111307

Kidney Transplant Effects on the Brain 09/11/2024

Kidney Transplant Effects on the Brain Brain-fog pushed an accomplished pianist away from the keyboard. What she thought might be Alzheimer’s was actually her kidneys! The surprising side-effect of kidney transplants. How a new healthy organ can change what's happening in your brain. Visit our website, www.kansashealthsystem.com or findadoctor.kansashealthsystem.com. /episode/index/show/openmicstites/id/33006932

Show Me the Science - Mycobacterium 09/04/2024

Show Me the Science - Mycobacterium Today we are learning about a family of bacteria called "mycobacteria". Not "micro" as in small, but "myco". They are everywhere, soil, dust, water, even tap water. But don't be scared, because they are typically not harmful. However, in some cases, these germs may cause serious and deadly infections. /episode/index/show/openmicstites/id/32894242

Chief Medical Officers Discuss the Higher COVID Numbers 08/30/2024

Chief Medical Officers Discuss the Higher COVID Numbers Covid numbers are up- along with hospitalizations. Just as a new vaccine comes out. Join us Friday, for a special Open Mics with Dr. Stites.and other chief medical officers to hear what's happening at hospitals on our area. Plus, Dr. Dana Hawkinson explains the new variant and when to get your shot. Bring your questions as we talk covid- and other seasonal viruses headed our way. /episode/index/show/openmicstites/id/32809242

Leptospirosis 08/28/2024

Leptospirosis What started as a dream vacation in Jamaica for David Kaemmer's 30th anniversary turned into a fight for his life. Thanks to the team at The University of Kansas Health System, David made it through a rare, life-threatening infection. Hear how they brought him back from the brink! /episode/index/show/openmicstites/id/32774837

Alpha-1: Genetic Emphysema 08/21/2024

Alpha-1: Genetic Emphysema She's in her forties, but doctors say Becci Ryberg has the lungs of an 85-year-old and it's all due to her genes. The genetic condition that hurts the lungs but may not show symptoms until middle age. We explore the key signs of the condition and what it means for Becci's kids. /episode/index/show/openmicstites/id/32671247

All of Us Research Program 08/14/2024

All of Us Research Program This may be your best chance to help shape the future of healthcare! Learn how to enroll in All of Us Research and hear what your input could mean for future research. https://allofus.nih.gov Visit our website, www.kansashealthsystem.com or findadoctor.kansashealthsystem.com. /episode/index/show/openmicstites/id/32573482

Sports Psychology 07/17/2024

Sports Psychology When you eat, breathe, and bleed for your sport, you need a therapist who understands the commitment. We ask a sports psychiatrist their biggest tips for keeping athletes' minds. /episode/index/show/openmicstites/id/32180327

Treating Elite Athletes 07/10/2024

Treating Elite Athletes As all eyes turn to Paris and the Summer Olympics, we explore expert care for elite athletes. You’ll meet the gold medal Olympians who chose The University of Kansas Health System to keep them healthy. Guests include orthopedic surgeon Dr. Vincent Key, Erik Kynard, 2012 Olympic high jump gold medalist, and Shawn Morelli, 3-time Paralympic cycling gold medalist. /episode/index/show/openmicstites/id/32080912

Complex Treatment for Severe Burns 07/03/2024

Complex Treatment for Severe Burns Whether they're caused by fireworks, flames, or boiling water-- severe burns need complex treatment. Meet a woman living with scars from a fireworks mishap, and see the surgical techniques that can replace missing skin. /episode/index/show/openmicstites/id/31998517

Beginner's Guide to Exercise 06/19/2024

Beginner's Guide to Exercise We all understand, the couch is comfortable! But getting up, and getting active, is the key to a healthier life. So how do you start? A beginner's guide to exercise. Expert advice on getting out of your comfort zone, and making fitness something to enjoy. /episode/index/show/openmicstites/id/31808437

Show Me the Science - LVADs 06/05/2024

Show Me the Science - LVADs LVADs can extend the lives of people living with advanced heart failure. We hear what it's like relying on a machine to help your heart pump blood. /episode/index/show/openmicstites/id/31614377

Treating Tinnitus 05/29/2024

Treating Tinnitus We explore the newest advancement in treating tinnitus that uses stimulation to retrain the brain. Meet a person using the Lenire system and one of the first doctors in the country to work with it. /episode/index/show/openmicstites/id/31513292

Fitness While Going Through Cancer Treatment 05/22/2024

Fitness While Going Through Cancer Treatment Exercise is healthy, even during cancer treatment. We explore the first-ever guidelines for fitness and physical activity while going through cancer treatment. /episode/index/show/openmicstites/id/31417432

Weight-Loss Wait-List 05/15/2024

Weight-Loss Wait-List Countless Americans want weight-loss drugs like Wegovy or Zepbound, but supply isn't meeting demand. So, what should patients do in the meantime? We ask if supply will ever catch up and learn how patients can make the most of their time on the "weight loss wait list". /episode/index/show/openmicstites/id/31305032

Nurse-Led Teams 05/08/2024

Nurse-Led Teams Nurses share some of the most complex wounds, infection and pain for patients here at the health system. These extraordinary nurses and nurse practitioners share their expert advice that we can all learn from as we celebrate nurse's week. /episode/index/show/openmicstites/id/31194757

COVID-19 - A Look Back On Four Years 05/01/2024

COVID-19 - A Look Back On Four Years COVID is a concern, but not a crisis anymore. We reflect on four years of helping the public understand what the pandemic really means. Vaccine expert Dr. Greg Poland joins Dr. Stites and Dr Hawkinson. /episode/index/show/openmicstites/id/31070533

Open Mics with Dr. Stites - Reducing the Risk of Breast Cancer 04/24/2024

Open Mics with Dr. Stites - Reducing the Risk of Breast Cancer Today we're talking about breast cancer. It's a diagnosis no woman wants to hear. But there is research into drugs that may reduce the risk of breast cancer and alleviate symptoms of menopause such as hot flashes. Interested in breast cancer prevention research? Email [email protected] to Learn More Or call 913-588-7791 /episode/index/show/openmicstites/id/30967988

Migraine Relief Surgery 04/17/2024

Migraine Relief Surgery Freedom from migraines without a pill spray or drug. Migraine relief surgery offered close to home. Why patients are desperate for a permanent fix and how to tell if you're a candidate. /episode/index/show/openmicstites/id/30862988

Maternity Deserts 04/10/2024

Maternity Deserts More and more women are facing long drives to deliver their babies. How far is "too far" for adequate prenatal and maternity care? The challenges and solutions in ensuring every mother receives the care she deserves. /episode/index/show/openmicstites/id/30764478

Heat Therapy for Alzheimer’s 04/03/2024

Heat Therapy for Alzheimer’s Taking a dip, for Alzheimer’s research. How can hot tubs help your brain health? We show you the science of a study that sounds almost too good to be true. What scientists are measuring while participants soak. /episode/index/show/openmicstites/id/30660638

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