Optimal Health

About Optimal Health

Optimal Health Podcast by Hudson Physicians will discuss topics to get you back to optimal health when you are feeling sick, stressed, overwhelmed, or run down.

Publisher

Hudson Physicians

Category

health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

14 Feb 2020

Latest episode

7 Feb 2023

Latest episodes

35 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   7 Feb 2023

   A Glance Inside New Richmond Medical Center With Dr. Harrold

   In this episode, the Medical Director of New Richmond Medical Center, Dr. Stephen Harrold himself, joins host Pete Waggoner to discuss the upcoming open house event this February 2nd. From the physicians who will be joining Dr. Harrold's team and their backgrounds in medicine to the variety of specialty services that will be available, the two explore everything that New Richmond Medical Center has in store for the community. Pete and Dr. Harrold also put emphasis on how the new facility will be adopting Hudson Physicians' patient-centered culture and focus on providing high-quality care to the people of New Richmond and its neighboring communities that do not currently have access to specialized medical services. Tune in now to learn more about this exciting event! Takeaways: Setting up medical facilities takes not only a team of skilled professionals, but also an unwavering dedication to providing the best possible care. Fostering connection between the hospital and its community is essential in order to build a trusting relationship and ensure that everyone receives the care they need. In this episode: [1:02] Pete dives right into the conversation by asking Dr. Stephen Harrold what people should expect from the open house event and how their team is preparing for it. Dr. Harrold emphasizes how they plan on bringing Hudson Physicians' patient-centered culture to the New Richmond Medical Center. [5:12] Dr. Harrold provides an overview of the team that will be joining him in the new medical facility. He shares the background and his own experiences working with the four other physicians and how their expertise will be beneficial for the community. [12:04] Pete and Dr. Harrold talk about the other tenants and healthcare providers of Hudson Physicians who will be offering their specialized services at the new medical center such as Associated Eye and Hudson Imaging. [18:10] Dr. Harrold shares how witnessing the construction of the Hudson Medical Center has made the planning much easier for the New Richmond Medical Center. He also mentions how they made sure the new facility has enough room for the staff who will be assisting the patients before they meet their physician. [20:38] Dr. Harrold and Pete discuss how the location of the New Richmond Medical Center is strategically placed to ensure that surrounding communities that do not have access to specialized medical services will be able to receive the care they need. Resources: New Richmond Medical Center (https://hudsonphysicians.com/newrichmondmedicalcenter/) Dr. Stephen Harrold (https://hudsonphysicians.com/provider/stephen-harrold/) Dr. Nyquist podcast (https://anchor.fm/hudsonphysicians/episodes/Foot-Care-101-Understanding-Podiatry-with-Dr--Nyquist-e1pm9hk/) Associated Eye Care (https://anchor.fm/hudsonphysicians/episodes/Associated-Eye-Care-e1bnllm) Hudson Imaging (https://anchor.fm/hudsonphysicians/episodes/A-Glimpse-Into-Hudson-Imaging-and-the-World-of-Radiology-With-Dr--David-Wicklund-e1nj7fr/) Read Transcription Quotes: "That's why I'm here. I don't want patients to feel like a number. The doctors that are joining me in New Richmond have that same mindset as well as the doctors here at Hudson Physicians." - Dr. Stephen Harrold "This is not just putting up a medical center to be in competition with others. There is truly a need, definitely in New Richmond, but probably even more so in some of the surrounding communities that may be a long enough drive to Hudson." - Dr. Stephen Harrold

2. 

   19 Jan 2023

   Cancer Care and New Treatment Options With Oncologist Timothy Toonen

   In this episode of the Optimal Health Podcast, host Pete Waggoner is joined by Dr. Timothy Toonen of Minnesota Oncology to share his expertise and knowledge about cancer care. They discuss the role oncologists play in helping cancer patients find the right treatment options while alleviating the fear that comes along with a cancer diagnosis. Dr. Toonen also talks about how his team plans on providing the people of Hudson with even more comprehensive care through their new facility at the Hudson Medical Center which will be opening its doors to the public this January 12, 2023. Takeaways: There is support and help available for cancer patients. Helping people battle and survive cancer involves a comprehensive approach to treatment, including emotional and physical support. In this episode: [2:19] Pete Waggoner asks Dr. Timothy Toonen to talk about his early life and what led him to become an oncologist. Dr. Toonen shares how meeting a group of community-based oncologists has inspired him to pursue a career in cancer care. [5:36] Dr. Toonen defines oncology and explains the role oncologists like him play in helping cancer patients find non-surgical and non-radiation care options and curate treatment plans that best fit the patient’s needs. [11:03] Pete and Dr. Toonen talk about how cancer treatment has evolved over the years and how there are now better supportive care medications tailored especially for patients with fear of getting chemotherapy. [14:25] Dr. Toonen provides insight into Minnesota Oncology's comprehensive, full-circle care and how the new Hudson Medical Center can help its team provide the appropriate treatments to patients all within the Hudson area. [18:00] Dr. Toonen talks about how their team along with other healthcare providers such as Associate Eye Care and Twin Cities Orthopedics are eager to bring independent, physician-driven healthcare practices to the Hudson community through the new medical center. Resources Hudson Physicians Medical Center (https://hudsonphysicians.com/hudsonmedicalcenter/) Minnesota Oncology (https://mnoncology.com/) Timothy Toonen (https://mnoncology.com/physicians/timothy-toonen-md) Associated Eye Care (https://www.associatedeyecare.com/) Twin Cities Orthopedics (https://tcomn.com/) Quotes "We might not have all the answers, certainly a lot of times we don't on the first visit. But I think it gives patients a sense that we care." - Timothy Toonen, MD

3. 

   6 Dec 2022

   The Hudson Medical Center Opens Its Doors to the Hudson Community

   In this episode, Hudson Physicians' CEO Matt Brandt joins host Pete Waggoner on the Optimal Health Podcast to discuss the Hudson Medical Center's upcoming public open house on January 12, 2023. They talk about the nitty-gritty details of the event, from its location to what services and amenities people can expect. They also get into the process of making the plan come to life and how their desire to bring as many services possible to the growing community of Hudson has been a major goal. This is an invitation for everybody in the Hudson community to come and experience the quality care that Hudson Medical Center has to offer. Tune in to find out more about this exciting event. Takeaways: A lot of planning, thought, and care goes into building a medical center that caters to a community. Anything's possible with the right people, resources, and the drive to make it happen. In this episode: [1:35] Pete starts the discussion by asking about the logistics of moving and how the Hudson Physicians team plan on relocating to their new medical center. Matt details their target schedule and how this would allow them to stay fully operational during the move. [3:18] Matt shares what the public can expect from the open house event. From the tours of the medical center's facilities to the discussions of key services, Matt and Pete discuss how the open house offers a chance to get to know what Hudson Physicians has prepared for the community better. [7:49] Matt puts emphasis on their goal to bring more healthcare services to the growing community of Hudson and the mindset of being local providers as driving forces in the changes they've made. [12:25] Pete asks Matt about the parts of the medical center that turned out exactly how they envisioned it and the ones they would have done differently. [15:58] Pete closes the episode by sharing his final thoughts and emphasizing how a lot of thought and planning by a team of dedicated people goes into making a medical center that caters to the needs of its community. Resources: Hudson Physicians (https://hudsonphysicians.com/) Matt Brandt, CEO Hudson Physicians (https://hudsonphysicians.com/matt-brandt-ceo/) Hudson Medical Center (http://hudsonmedicalcenter.com/) Associated Eye Care (https://www.associatedeyecare.com/) Hudson Imaging (https://hudson-imaging.com/) Minnesota Oncology (https://mnoncology.com/) Valley Surgery Center (https://valleysurgeryhudson.com/) Read Transcript (https://hudsonphysicians.com/the-hudson-medical-center-opens-its-doors-to-the-hudson-community-transciption/) Quotes: "It's been interesting to watch how everybody's really adapted to their profession, and being professionals about that adaption has been really (kind of) a breath of fresh air for the public...I think that your facility and your work is leading that charge." - Pete Waggoner

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