KTBS: HealthLine 3

Dr. Miles Sugar talks about peripheral arterial disease (PAD) symptoms and treatment options. PAD is primarily caused by the buildup of plaque in the arteries, especially in the legs, causing leg pain, discomfort, or cramping due to a decrease in blood flow to the legs and feet.

Breast cancer is the number one type of cancer in the US and the second leading cause of death. Dr. Karen Berken, OBGYN with Willis Knighton, talks about the importance of annual breast exams and creating awareness for breast cancer.

Dr. Wyche T. Coleman III and Dr. Christopher Shelby are both ophthalmologists with Willis Knighton Eye Institute. They discuss cataract surgery and surgical interventions for improving eye sight, the importance of kids being outdoors and away from screens, and what to do when you don't achieve the result you wanted from surgery.

Board certified rheumatologist, Dr. Robert Goodman, talks about rheumatoid arthritis--diagnosis, symptoms and treatment options for this common condition.

Dr. Ross Brockman is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon with Willis Knighton Health, and he discusses TMJ disorder: when to consider surgery in severe cases and considering conservative treatment options for more moderate cases.

Dr. Britton Eaves, cardiologist with Willis Knighton Cardiology, explains peripheral vascular disease symptoms, treatment options, and risk factors.

Amy Yates, a registered dietitian with Willis Knighton Health, discusses tips for preventing your risk for cancer through prioritizing good nutrition and an overall healthy lifestyle.

Dr. Vik Chatrath, an orthopedic surgeon with Willis Knighton Bossier Orthopedics, talks about joint replacement surgery (shoulder, hip, and knees), best prevention strategies, recovery, and advancements in joint replacement surgery over the last several years.

Dr. Wyche T. Coleman the III, an ophthalmologist and cataract surgeon, discusses the importance of eye health, Lasik eye surgery, cataract surgery, and a rare disease that is a higher risk for those who wear contacts.

Dr. Robert Goodman discusses symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and management of gout, which is a painful form of arthritis.

Summer is coming to an end, and getting back on track with wellness is important before the holidays hit. Irina Haas-Ghattas and Catherine Rogers with Shed It! Weight Loss and Wellness discuss weight loss options through weight loss injections (semaglutide and tirzepatide) and oral form of weight loss medications.

Dr. Christopher Shelby with WK Eye Institute talks about cataract surgery, secondary cataracts, and prevention strategies for macular degeneration.

Board Certified Rheumatologist–Dr. Robert Goodman–discusses the signs, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options for psoriatic arthritis.

Dr. Milan Mody practices spinal and orthopedic surgery with The Orthopaedic Clinic in Shreveport. He answers the question: is it my hip or my back? He also addresses non-surgical and surgical treatment options for leg, hip, back, and buttocks pain.

Dr. James Barnes is a bariatric surgeon with Highland Clinic and he talks about weight loss injections (like semaglutide and tirzepatide) and bariatric surgery (gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy) for effective treatments for weight loss. He also talks about who is a good candidate for each option.

Dr. Antonio Pizarro with Willis Knighton Pierremont specializes in urogynecology and general gynecology. He talks about strategies to get the most out of your health care appointment, as well as, women's health—specifically pelvic floor disorders.​

Irina Haas Ghattas (Owner and CEO of Shed It!) and Catherine Rogers, PA-C, introduce us to their "model patient," Becky. Becky has been working with Shed It! Weight Loss and Wellness for 5 months and shares her lifechanging weight loss journey.

Dr. Robert Martin is a cardiologist with Willis Knighton Pierremont Cardiology, and he discusses coronary artery disease (CAD) prevention, risk factors, cholesterol levels, and treatment options.

Dr. Sarah Glorioso is a dermatologist with Ark-La-Tex Dermatology, and she talks about the most common skin cancers—basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and malignant melanoma—treatment options for skin cancer, and ways to prevent your risk this summer.

Dr. Wyche Coleman III discusses cataracts, cataract surgery, lasik eye surgery, correcting refractive error, and living independently without contacts/glasses.

Board certified rheumatologist – Dr. Robert Goodman talks about risk factors, diagnosis, and treatment options for polymyalgia rheumatica.

Dr. Vik Chatrath is an orthopedic surgeon and he talks about advancements with orthopedic surgery with a focus on joint replacement—specifically shoulder, hip, and knee replacements.

Dr. Jim Barnes—bariatric surgeon with Highland Clinic discusses medical weight loss (semaglutide ​injections) and surgical weight loss (gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy).

Dr. Berken, OB-GYN with Willis Knighton Bossier Women's Health Associates, discusses surgical intervention for fallopian tubes and ovaries.

Best prevention tactics, diagnosis, and treatment options for urologic cancers—prostate, bladder, kidney, testicular.

Dr. Hefner discusses signs, symptoms, treatment options, and surgical procedures for SI joint dysfunction and cervical (neck) spine issues.

Dr. James Barnes of Highland Clinic Bariatric Surgery 5/20/2024

Dr. Goodman talks about living with lupus.

Irina Haas-Ghattas, CEO and co-owner of Shed It! Weight Loss, and Catherine Rogers, Physician Assistant at Shed It! Weight Loss, talk about the ways weight loss injections—or the new pill form of semaglutide—can help you reach your health and wellness goals.

Dr. Henry is recognized nationally and internationally as an expert in urology, with specialized expertise in the treatment of erectile dysfunction, penile prosthesis and male urinary leakage.

Dr. Miles Sugar is a vascular surgeon with Willis Knighton Vascular Surgery. He shares common symptoms, risk factors, prevention steps, and treatment options related to peripheral arterial disease.

April is head and neck cancer awareness month. Dr. G. E. Ghali with Willis Knighton Oral and Maxillofacial surgery shares common symptoms, risk factors, prevention steps, and treatment options related to head and neck cancers.

Irina Haas-Ghattas & Catherine Rogers of Shed It! Weight Loss & Wellness drop 2 big announcements in this episode of Healthline 3 that could potentially help you or your family.

Dr. James Barnes of Highland Clinic Bariatric Surgery

Dr. Wyche T. Coleman III & Dr.Christopher L. Shelby of WK Eye Institute 12/15/2023

Dr. Wyche T. Coleman III & Dr.Christopher L. Shelby of WK Eye Institute 10/20/2023

Wyche T. Coleman III & Dr.Christopher L. Shelby of WK Eye Institute 4/19/2024

Healthline 3: John D. Reeves, MD, FAANS of WK Spectrum Neurosurgery-The Brain & Spine Specialist

Jonathan Davis, MD of WK Pierremont Cardiology 10/05/2023

Jaya McSharma, MD of Shed It! Weight Loss Center 10/10/2023

Dr. James Barnes of Highland Clinic Bariatric Surgery 10/16/2023

Dr. Robert E. Goodman of the Arthritis and Rheumatology Clinic 10/19/2023

Dr. Prakash Peddi With Willis Knighton 10/25/2023

Karen Berken, MD of Women's Health Associates WK Bossier 11/08/2023

Dr. Ahmed Virani with Willis-Knighton Health System 11/15/2023

Dr. Robert E. Goodman of the Arthritis and Rheumatology Clinic 11/16/2023

Dr.Christopher L. Shelby of WK Eye Institute 11/17/2023

Dr. James Barnes of Highland Clinic Bariatric Surgery 11/20/2023