Doc Talk with Monument Health

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On this episode, we speak with Dr. Bayan Al-Share, a hematologist and medical oncologist at Monument Health Cancer Care Institute in Rapid City, about immunotherapy, a cutting-edge cancer treatment that harnesses the power of the body's own immune system to fight cancer cells.

Dr. Al-Share discusses the different types of immunotherapy, how they work, and the latest research on their effectiveness in treating a variety of cancers. She also shares her insights on the future of immunotherapy and how it is changing the way we treat cancer.

This podcast is essential listening for anyone who wants to learn more about immunotherapy, a promising new frontier in cancer treatment.

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In this episode, we talk to Dr. Jacob Weasel, the first Native American to summit Mount Everest. We discuss his journey to the top of the world, the challenges he faced, and the inspiration he hopes to provide to others.

Dr. Weasel is a general surgeon and a member of the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe. He grew up in Gallup, New Mexico, and Omaha, Nebraska. He attended medical school at the University of Nebraska Medical Center and completed his residency at the University of Minnesota.

Dr. Weasel's interest in mountaineering began when he was an undergraduate student. He summited Mount Rainier in Washington State and Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. In 2023, he became the first Native American to summit Mount Everest.

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Fireworks are a fun and festive way to celebrate holidays and special occasions, but they can also be dangerous. In this podcast, we talk to an emergency room doctor about the real dangers of fireworks, and how to stay safe when using them.

We'll discuss the most common injuries caused by fireworks, as well as the long-term health consequences of being injured by fireworks. We'll also talk about the importance of following safety guidelines when using fireworks, and how to avoid accidents.

Our guest, Dr. Deanna Lassegard, was a paramedic, a nurse in the emergency department, and now an emergency department doctor. She's seen firsthand the devastating injuries that can be caused by fireworks, and she's passionate about educating people about the dangers of these explosives.

In this podcast, Dr. Lassegard will share her insights on how to stay safe when using fireworks.

So if you're planning on using fireworks this year, be sure to listen to this podcast first! You'll learn how to stay safe and have fun!

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