COH Videos

Pediatric cardiologist Dr. David Steflik and athletic trainers Mike Rice and Wyatt McCrackin discuss the dangers of sports specialization and why parents should think twice before choosing just one activity for their child.

McLeod Health general surgeon Dr. John Richey explains the process for diagnosing and treating pancreatic cancer, a disease that will affect more than 64,000 Americans in 2023.

McLeod Health Orthopedic Spine Surgeon Dr. Eric Nabors explains a common condition called spinal stenosis, which is the narrowing of the spinal canal that can cause significant back pain.

McLeod Sports Medicine Physician Dr. Nathan Gasque explains the symptoms of a concussion, as well as what athletes can do for a safe return to play.

McLeod Neurosurgeon Dr. Tripp Hines explains Deep Brain Stimulation, an effective treatment for various types of tremors, including Parkinson’s disease.

McLeod Neurologist Dr. Christopher Zust explains the causes of Parkinson’s and lifestyle choices that may help reduce the risk for this disease.

McLeod Orthopedic Specialist Dr. Adam Mandel explains a special procedure for bunions.

McLeod Orthopedic Sports Medicine Physician Dr. Brandon McDonald discusses common injuries related to sports and athletics seen at McLeod Health.

McLeod Health High Risk Genetic Nurse Practitioner Christel Hayes explains genetic testing: what it is, how it works, and who should have it.

McLeod Pulmonologist Dr. Vinod Jona explains the latest medical technology being used for the early and accurate diagnosis of lung cancer.

McLeod Interventional Cardiologist Dr. Joseph Marmora explains the causes, symptoms, and treatments for Chronic Stable Coronary Artery Disease.

Dr. John Richey, a general surgeon with Pee Dee Surgical Group, explains how his team uses the Whipple Procedure to remove cancers and other abnormalities within the pancreas.

McLeod Interventional Cardiologist Dr. Joseph Marmora explains the facts about myocardial infarction, better known as an acute heart attack which is caused by a blockage of a coronary artery.

McLeod Vascular Surgeon Christopher Cunningham, MD, describes the quick recovery possible with TCAR, an innovative way to clear carotid artery blockages.

Internal Medicine Specialist Dr. Beatrice Buhuro explains the different types of colon cancer screenings, how frequently you should have one, and who is at risk.

McLeod pediatric cardiologist Dr. David Steflik discusses a very common pediatric heart condition called a Ventricular Septal Defect, explaining treatment options and outcomes.

McLeod Orthopaedics surgeon Dr. Christopher Walsh explains the ABCs of knee replacement surgery, including the latest technology that is producing excellent patient outcomes.

McLeod Cardiologist William Jackson, MD, explains pericarditis — when the lining around the heart becomes infected.

McLeod Interventional Cardiologist Dr. Ravi Parikh explains how a procedure called “intravascular lithotripsy” breaks up plaque in the arteries and helps increase blood flow to the heart.

McLeod Health Cardiac Electrophysiologist Dr. Cyrus Kocherla explains the laser technique used to remove pacemaker or defibrillator wires from inside the heart.

McLeod Pediatric Cardiologist Dr. David Steflik explains various causes for “blue babies syndrome” and shares treatment options.

McLeod OB/GYN Dr. Eric Coughlin describes robotic-assisted surgeries leaving women with less pain and faster healing.

McLeod Neurologist Dr. Christopher Zust explains the signs, symptoms and treatments for a little-known autoimmune disease called Myasthenia Gravis, or MG.

McLeod Health General Surgeon Dr. Matthew Jones explains what gallstones are, who gets them, and how they are treated.

McLeod Health Anesthetist Myra Alton discusses how a patient can mentally and physically prepare for an ideal experience with surgery.

McLeod Health Nurse Practitioner Lisa Woodberry explains the signs and symptoms of Type 1 Diabetes and how new treatment methods are benefitting patients.

McLeod Doctor of Nursing Practitioner Amy Klimek discusses the thyroid and related disorders: hyper- and hypothyroidism.

Dr. David Steflik explains the cause and treatment for bicuspid aortic valve, the most common heart problem among newborns and young children.

McLeod Cardiothoracic Surgeon Dr. Srinivas Kolla explains how robotic-assisted surgery plays an integral role in treating lung cancer at McLeod Health.

McLeod Family Nurse Practitioner Lisa Woodberry compares and contrasts different types of pediatric diabetes.

McLeod Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon Dr. Dustin Eck describes reconstructing a woman’s breast after cancer surgery.

McLeod General Surgeon Dr. Amy P. Murrell discusses the treatment options available to a cancer patient.

McLeod Radiologist Dr. Shawn Conwell cautions not to forget regular mammograms.

McLeod Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Dioval Remonde, breaks down the ways that radiation techniques can be effective in treating breast cancer.

McLeod Oncology and Hematology Physician, Dr. Kerolos Rizk, provides a general view of what can cause breast cancer, and discusses the need for potentially life-saving screenings.

McLeod Doctor of Nursing Practitioner Amy Klimek discusses the thyroid and related disorders: hyper- and hypothyroidism.

McLeod Health Anesthetist Myra Alton discusses how McLeod can help parents ease their child into preparing for a surgical procedure.

McLeod Neurologist Dr. Nicole Hogan explains the causes of — and treatments for — epilepsy, as well as how the condition affects patients’ quality of life.

McLeod Health General Surgeon Dr. Matthew Jones discusses the benefits of two types of minimally-invasive surgery.

McLeod Health Orthopedic Sports Medicine Physician Dr. Brandon McDonald introduces an exciting new option for patients.

McLeod Pediatric Gastroenterologist Dr. Chad Thornhill on dealing with food allergies in children.

FNP Lisa Woodberry explains the differences between Pre-Type 2 Diabetes and Type 2 Diabetes.

McLeod Orthopedic Specialist Dr. Adam Mandel explains the treatment of an Achilles tendon injury and ankle sprains.

McLeod Vascular Specialist Dr. Joshua Sibille points out PAD’s warning signs.

McLeod Pulmonologist Dr. Abhijit Mahalingashetty warns of the dangers of COPD.

McLeod Primary Care Physician Dr. Tom Rives warns that uncontrolled high blood pressure can lead to serious, life-threatening illness.

McLeod Primary Care Physician Dr. Tom Rives explains the core concepts of what it is to be diabetic, as well as the different types of diabetes.

McLeod Cardiologist Dr. Brian Blaker explains the importance of cardiac rehab after a heart treatment.

McLeod Cardiothoracic Surgeon Dr. Srinivas Kolla describes a special program to fund lung cancer early.

McLeod Vascular Specialist Dr. Joshua Sibille explains an amazing procedure to prevent strokes.

McLeod Neurologist Timothy Hagen, DO lays out the major risks that can lead to a stroke.

McLeod Vascular Specialist Carmen Piccolo, MD, explains the cause of stroke, a potentially debilitating disease.

McLeod Neurologist Dr. Timothy Hagen says stroke patients need to be taken immediately to a “stroke-ready” emergency department.

McLeod Interventional Neuroradiologist Dr. Basil Shah explains the special procedure to remove blood blockages from the brain.

McLeod Electrophysiologist Dr. Kishore Subnani explains the range of treatments for Afib.

McLeod Electrophysiologist Dr. Prabal Guha explains the use of Ablation to treat Afib.

McLeod Orthopedic Specialist Dr. Ardalan Sayan shares some tips on recovering from a knee or hip joint replacement.

McLeod Orthopedic Specialist Dr. Ardalan Sayan explains the difference between joint reconstruction and a joint replacement.

McLeod Emergency Physician Dr. Amid Hamidi helps correct some of those COVID myths that are flying around.

McLeod Vascular Surgeon Dr. Leia Edenfield explains dealing with a life-threatening abdominal aortic aneurysm.

McLeod Vascular Surgeon Dr. Leia Edenfield describes how to stop a stroke from a blocked carotid artery.

McLeod Interventional Cardiologist Dr. Brian Blaker explains a new process to fix faulty heart valves.

McLeod Cardiologist Dr. Prabal Guha describes use of the Micra™ – the world’s smallest pacemaker.

McLeod Cardiologist Dr. Prabal Guha discusses who might benefit from a pacemaker.

McLeod Vascular Specialist Dr. Joshua Sibille examines simple ways to ensure blood system health.

McLeod OB/GYN Dr. Eric Coughlin describes robotic-assisted surgeries leaving women with less pain and faster healing.

McLeod Cardiothoracic Surgeon Dr. Srinivas Kolla explains the patient advantages of robotic-assisted lung surgery.

McLeod Pediatric Gastroenterologist Dr. Chad Thornhill discusses Celiac Disease in children.

McLeod Pediatric Gastroenterologist Dr. Chad Thornhill on Crohn’s Disease in children.

McLeod Orthopedic Specialist Dr. Adam Mandel explains the treatment of an achilles tendon injury and ankle sprains.

McLeod Sports Medicine Specialist Dr. Art Jordan offers tips on managing minor orthopedic injuries.

McLeod Sports Medicine Specialist Dr. Art Jordan explains how to treat concussions.

McLeod Seacoast Breast Cancer Surgeon Dr. Tasha Martin describes the bilateral breast reduction for breast cancer patients.

McLeod Seacoast Breast Cancer Surgeon Dr. Tasha Martin explains the options for a woman with breast cancer.

McLeod Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon Dr. Dustin Eck describes reconstructing a woman’s breast after cancer surgery.

McLeod Radiologist Dr. Shawn Conwell cautions not to forget regular mammograms.

McLeod Breast Cancer Surgeon Dr. Amy Murrell discusses the treatment options for a woman.

McLeod Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Zachary DiPaolo outlines approaches to fixing a knee’s torn ACL.

McLeod Radiation Oncologist Dr. T. Rhett Spencer explains how first class cancer treatment is close to home.

McLeod Radiation Oncologist Dr. T. Rhett Spencer explains how sophisticated computers guide cancer care.

McLeod Vascular Surgeon Dr. William C. Jackson explains how many specialists work together for heart valve replacement.

McLeod Vascular Surgeon Dr. William C. Jackson describes a new development in heart valve replacement.

McLeod Neurosurgeon Dr. William Naso explains SRS, a more targeted, effective way to treat many brain cancers.

McLeod Electrophysiologist Dr. Prabal Guha explains how the new Watchman procedure can improve Afib

McLeod Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Jeremy McCallum on repairing a shoulder’s rotator cuff.

McLeod Neurosurgeon Dr. William Naso outlines the types of brain tumors — from non-cancerous to metastatic.

McLeod Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Jeremy McCallum explain the benefits of Hip Arthroscopy vs Surgery

McLeod Emergency Physician Dr. Tom Lewis details changes in the new Emergency Department at McLeod Regional Medical Center.

McLeod Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Jeremy McCallum asks, “Do you need a shoulder replacement?”

McLeod Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Chad Thurman discusses how to know when it’s time for a knee or hip replacement.

McLeod Neurologist Dr. Timothy Hagen says stroke patients need to be taken immediately to a “stroke-ready” Emergency Department

McLeod General Surgeon Dr. Joseph Dougherty describes the most common procedures of his specialty

McLeod Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Jeremy McCallum discusses a common sports injury – a torn knee ACL

McLeod General Surgeon Dr. Joseph Dougherty describes the wide ranging role of his specialty

McLeod Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon Dr. Dustin Eck describes surgery to reduce a woman’s breasts.

McLeod OB/GYN Dr. Jenna MacLennan explains the diagnosis and treatment of abnormal uterine bleeding.

McLeod Neurosurgeon Dr. William Naso explains the benefits of the benefits of the expansion of McLeod’s Neurosciences program.

McLeod Gastroenterologist Dr. Deepak Chowdhary points out a simple, regular screening that can prevent colon cancer.

McLeod Neurosurgeon Dr. William Naso explains the work of the Neurosciences Steering Committee.

McLeod Gastroenterologist Dr. Deepak Chowdhary points out a simple, regular screening that can prevent colon cancer.

McLeod Emergency Physician Dr. Joe Kearney explains developments of the McLeod Neurosciences.

McLeod Interventional Neuroradiologist Dr. Basil Shah explain the special procedure to remove blood blockages from the brain.

McLeod Interventional Cardiologist Dr. Ravi Parikh describes the spectrum of problems & treatments for mitral heart valves.

McLeod Interventional Cardiologist Dr. Ravi Parikh describes a new technique to repair leaky heart valves.

Mcleod Interventional Neuroradiologist Dr. Basil Shah describes new technology and procedures to save your brain from stroke.

McLeod Medical Director of Neurology Dr. Tim Hagen explain the evolution from medication to devices to remove brain blood blockages.

McLeod Medical Director of Neurology Dr. Tim Hagen describes how neurology expanded beyond treating only strokes.

McLeod Sr. VP & Chief Innovation Officer Dr. Michael Rose knew shortly after the first COVID-19 case was diagnosed that it was a real problem.

McLeod Vascular Surgeon Eva Rzucidlo, MD, explains the potentially deadly abdominal aortic aneurysms.

McLeod Vascular Surgeon Eva Rzucidlo, MD, explains her procedure for people who can’t have the normal abdominal aortic aneurysm repair.

McLeod Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon Dr. Dustin Eck describes surgery to reduce a woman’s breasts.

McLeod Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon Dr. Dustin Eck describes reconstructing a woman’s breast after cancer surgery.

McLeod OB/GYN Dr. Jenna MacLennan explains the diagnosis and treatment of abnormal uterine bleeding.

McLeod Radiologist Dr. Shawn Conwell offers guidelines on when a woman should begin regular mamograms.

McLeod Vascular Surgeon Christopher Cunningham, MD, describes the quick recovery possible with TCAR, an advanced way to clear carotid artery blockages.

McLeod OB/GYN Dr. Eric Coughlin describes robotic-assisted surgeries leaving women with less pain and faster healing.

McLeod Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Zachary DiPaolo outlines approaches to fixing a knee’s torn ACL.

McLeod Pediatrician Dr. Meghan Jordan offers guidelines for preventing COVD-19 in children.

McLeod Pediatrician Dr. Meghan Jordan explains how the impact of COVID-19 differs on Children.

McLeod Vascular Surgeon Dr. Joshua Sibille says McLeod Vascular Associates offices are open, safe and ready to see you.

McLeod Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Eric Heimberger says McLeod Orthopedic offices are safe, open and ready to see you.

McLeod Cancer Specialist Dr. Danny Huynh has suggestions for women with breast cancer during COVID-19.

McLeod General Surgeon Dr. Craig Selander says our surgeons’ offices are open, safe and waiting to see you.

McLeod Intensive Care Specialist Dr. Marwan Elya offer insights into the challenges facing his team and patients.

McLeod Cardiologist Dr. Alan Blaker says that Heart and Vascular Specialist’s offices are open with COVID safety precautions.

McLeod Emergency Medicine physician Dr. Jeremy Robertson says visitation guidelines are designed to keep you healthy.

McLeod Emergency Medicine physician Dr. Jeremy Robertson outlines the safety procedures in place for patients.

McLeod thanks the community for their support during this pandemic.

McLeod Intensive Care Specialist Dr. Marwan Elya offer insights into the challenges facing his team and patients.

McLeod Physician Associates Medical Director Dr. Richard Alexander explains Televisits.

McLeod Primary Care Physician Dr. Lyndsi Cress answers coronavirus questions from Jr. Reporter Maggie Williamson.

McLeod Health Chief Operating Officer Donna Isgett offers a message of Encouragement & Hope in these times of Coronavirus.

McLeod Pediatrician Dr. Benjamin Elder offers tips on talking to children about coronavirus.

McLeod Gastroenterologist Dr. Deepak Chowdhary points out a simple, regular screening that can prevent colon cancer.

McLeod OB/GYN Dr. Jenna MacLennan recounts the advances in GVYN surgery in recent years.

McLeod Gastroenterologist Dr. Deepak Chowdhary lists the signs of possible colon cancer.

McLeod Electrophysiologist Dr. Prabal Guha describes the testing and evaluation needed to determine if you need a pacemaker.

McLeod Cardiologist Dr. Alan Blaker Jr. explains why “hands-only” CPR is now the accepted standard.

McLeod General Surgeon Dr. Nicholas White explains the patient benefits with Robotic-Assisted Hernia Surgery.

McLeod OB/GYN Dr. Eric Coughlin outlines the treatment options for women with two major types of incontinence.

McLeod OB/GYN Dr. Jenna MacLennan offers a list of recommendations for a healthy pregnancy.

McLeod Cardiologist Dr. Brian Blaker describes how he closes a hole in the heart that doesn’t heal itself.

McLeod Orthopedic Specialist Dr. Thomas DiStefano explains the treatment of wrist injuries.

McLeod Vascular Surgeon Dr. William Jackson explains spotting and fixing an abdominal aortic aneurysm before it bursts.

McLeod Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Thomas DiStefano explains the symptoms and treatment for rotator cuff injury.

McLeod Cardiologist Dr. Brian Blaker describves how he performs a valve replacement through the artery not the chest.

McLeod Gynecologist Dr. Michael Davidson illustrates the benefits of robotic-assisted surgery for endometriosis.

McLeod Vascular Surgeon Dr. William Jackson describes a new technique to repair an Aortic Aneurysm close to an important organ.

McLeod Radiologist Shawn Conwell explains the benefits of 3-D mammography in spotting breast cancer.

McLeod Vascular Specialist Dr. Joshua Sibille explains the dangers and diagnosis of clogged carotid arteries in your neck.

McLeod Vascular Specialist Dr. Joshua Sibille explains the dangers and treatments for Deep Vein Thrombosis or DVTs.

McLeod Kidney Specialist Adnan Alsaka, MD, describes what to look for to find out if you have kidney disease.

McLeod Cardiothoracic Surgeon Robert Messier, Jr, MD describes heart valve repair using 3 small incisions rather than cutting the entire chest.

McLeod Neurologist Dr. Timothy Hagen lays out the major risks that can lead to a stroke.

McLeod Cardiologist Alan Blaker Jr., MD, describes the many ways that heart problems can be treated non-surgically.

McLeod Family Physician Garrett Barton, MD, explains the important role of the primary care physician.

Director of the McLeod Sleep Clinic Marwan Elya, MD describes the tests and treatments available.

McLeod Neurologist Timothy Hagen, DO, says stroke patients need to be taken immediately to a “stroke ready” Emergency Department.

Myomectomy — McLeod OB/GYN Gary Emerson, MD, explains how that word means hope for women with fibroids that want children.

McLeod Cardiologist Evans Holland, MD, explains developments in heart drugs and new guidelines for low-dose aspirin.

McLeod Neurologist Olinda Spencer, MD, discusses epilepsy and its causes.

McLeod Neurologist Olinda Spencer, MD says nerve damage or neuropathy has many causes.

McLeod Family Physician Garrett Barton, MD, explains the painful problem of shingles.

McLeod Gastroenterologist Verral Oza, MD, discusses probiotics and the vegetarian health benefits on your gut.

McLeod Orthopedic Specialist Ross Taylor, MD, describes a common source of ankle pain — the peroneal tendons.

McLeod Orthopedic Specialist Christopher Walsh, MD, describes the pain from hip arthritis and its solution.

McLeod Neurologist Timothy Hagen, DO, says a stroke is like a heart attack of the brain.

McLeod Vascular Specialist Carmen Piccolo, MD, explains the causes of stroke, a potentially debilitating disease.

McLeod Vascular Surgeon Eva Rzucidlo, MD, explains repairing the potentially deadly abdominal aortic aneurysm.

McLeod Orthopedic Specialist David Lukowski, MD, describes treatments for rotator cuff and carpal tunnel injuries.

McLeod Orthopedic Specialist Eric Heimberger, MD, explains treatments for a faulty knee joint.

McLeod OB/GYN Candice Greenan, MD, answers two questions: Are fibroids cancerous and when can a woman quit tests for cervical cancer?

McLeod OB/GYN Eric Coughlin, MD, explains how endometriosis — a growth outisde the uterus — is diagnosed and treated.

McLeod Orthopedic Specialist Thomas DiStefano, MD, describes the recovery from knee joint replacement.

McLeod Orthopedic Specialist Thomas DiStefano, MD, explains the process of a knee joint replacement.

McLeod Orthopedic Specialist Ross Taylor, MD, presents an overview of common foot & ankle problems.

McLeod Family Physician Garrett Barton, MD, explains the painful problem of shingles

McLeod Cardiologist Alan Blaker, MD, explains the unique benefits to our patients when the entire heart and vascular team collaborate.

McLeod Electrophysiologist Rajesh Malik, MD, describes the repair of a hole in the heart that didn’t close the way it should after birth.

McLeod Vascular Surgeon Eva Rzucidlo, MD, explains her procedure for people who cannot have the normal abdominal aortic aneurysm repair.

McLeod Vascular Specialist Joshua Sibille, MD, treatment of the life-threatening abdominal aortic aneurysm.

McLeod Cardiologist Vaishali Swami, MD, explains atherosclerosis and how it leads to a possible stroke, heart attack or peripheral arterial disease.

McLeod Family Physician Garrett Barton, MD explains the difference between a cold and the flu.

McLeod OB/GYN Joycelyn Schindler, MD, explains the benefits of robotic-assisted surgery for Endometriosis.

McLeod Radiologist Shawn Conwell discusses the challenge of spotting breast cancer is women with dense breasts.

McLeod Radiologist Shawn Conwell explains the benefits of 3-D mammography in spotting breast cancer.

McLeod Senior Vice President Michael Rose, MD, discusses the patient benefits of robotically assisted surgery.

McLeod Cardiologist Fred Krainin, MD, describes TAVR — a minimally invasive procedure to replace heart valves.

McLeod Cardiologist Fred Krainin, MD, explains the ability for same-day cardiac caths with a new technique.

A quick CT Scan can tell people with moderate heart disease risk just how bad the situation is. McLeod Cardiologist Alan Blaker explains.

McLeod Thoracic Surgeon Wayne Holley, MD, describes a cancer screening program to spot lung cancer early among smokers.

McLeod OB/GYN Michael Davidson, MD, illustrates the benefits of robotic-assisted surgery for endometriosis.

McLeod Cardiothoracic Surgeon S. Cary Huber, MD, describes a new technique to treat individuals with atrial fibrillation.

McLeod Cancer Specialist Michael Pavy, MD, explains the genetic basis of some breast cancers.

McLeod Radiation Oncologist Virginia Clyburn-Ipock, MD explains the many roles that radiation therapy plays in cancer treatment.

McLeod Seacoast Surgeon Amanda Turbeville, M.D., outlines the various risk factors for Breast Cancer in women.

McLeod Breast Cancer Surgeon Amy Murrell says breast reduction can be part of a woman’s treatment.

McLeod Cancer Specialist Michael Pavy, MD, explains the genetic basis of some breast cancers.

McLeod Cardiologist Vaishali Swami, MD, explains atherosclerosis and how it leads to a possible stroke, heart attack or peripheral arterial disease.