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The Stitch

Dr. Marc Moon gets to the heart of patient care

March 28, 2022 Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center,  Cardiothoracic Surgery

Cardic surgery expert Dr. Marc Moon talks about his journey as a surgeon and his philosophy on patient care.

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The Stitch

Sex after open-heart surgery: How soon is too soon?

March 16, 2022 Ben Taub Cardiothoracic Surgery,  open-heart surgery,  sex

Jana Bishop provides information and guidelines on safely having sexual activity following an open-heart surgery.

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The Stitch

Debunking myths about organ donation

March 9, 2022 Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery,  Organ Donation,  transplantation

Dr. Alexis Shafii provides clarity on prevalent myths about organ donation and who can be considered as a candidate,

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The Stitch

Eating disorders and bariatric surgery: How they intersect

February 23, 2022 Departments of Surgery,  eating disorders,  National Eating Disorders Awareness Week,  Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences

Dr. Rheanna Ata Brown discusses warning signs, treatments and how bariatric surgery handles eating disorders in patients.

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The Stitch

Understanding your blood pressure numbers

February 2, 2022 Blood pressure,  Heart month,  Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery

Dr. Ourania Preventza shares how to better understand your blood pressure numbers and how they may change over time.

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The Stitch

Understanding Hemorrhoids and Your Treatment Options

January 26, 2022 colorectal surgery,  hemorrhoid,  Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery

Brian Lassinger discusses common hemorrhoid issues and possible treatment options, such as colorectal surgery.

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The Stitch

Surgery and Thyroid Cancer: What you need to know

January 19, 2022 Division of Surgical Oncology,  Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery,  thyroid cancer,  thyroid disease

Dr. Feibi Zheng shares insights on thyroid issues and when surgery might be needed for thyroid conditions.

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The Stitch

Six Common Myths about Heart Surgery

January 12, 2022 Heart Surgery,  Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery

Is robotic heart surgery always better? Dr. Todd Rosengart debunks this and other common myths about heart surgery.

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The Stitch

Five Ways to Have a Healthy Heart

January 5, 2022 Cardiothoracic Surgery,  Heart Health

Dr. Alexander Schutz offers five lifestyle tips for lowering your risk for heart disease and heart attacks.

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The Stitch

Seven Holiday Safety Tips

December 20, 2021 Holidays,  safety tips

Between decorating, enjoying food and visiting loved ones, the holiday festivities can create more opportunities for accidents and injuries.

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