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In the mid-90s when Chip Hare was a standout for the University of Dayton’s basketball team, he had no idea a much more serious opponent waited for him down the road -- cancer. But, with the technology, compassion and convenience offered at Upper Valley Medical Center, Chip waged the game of his life and won.

Premier Health’s Dr. Mark Krebs discusses the advantages of Stereotaxis.

Dr. Matthew Lawless talks about how weight affects joint pain.

Stacy Hudepohl, CNP, explains the pain interventions and medications that midwives can administer.

Dr. John Terry talks about time and its role in treating a stroke.

Dr. Scott Albright talks more about delayed onset muscle soreness.

 Dr. Marcus Washington explains what human papillomavirus is and how to reduce your risk of getting it.

Because hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is a genetic disorder, you’re at risk if someone in your family has the disease. Dr. Aaron Kaibas explains the symptoms, treatment options, and what to do if a family member has been diagnosed.

Dr. Irina Gendler talks more about what diabetes is.

Dr. Larry Lawhorne discusses how Alzheimer’s disease is diagnosed.

Premier Health’s Dr. Gary Fishbein discusses the chronic nature of peripheral arterial disease (PAD). 

Dr. Paul Weber explains more about tips for correctly carrying a backpack.

Mark Shaker, President and CEO of Miami Valley Hospital, looks at the past, present, and future of Miami Valley Hospital.

Michael A. Herbenick, MD is a former athlete who specializes in sports medicine. He feels that former athletes are the best fit to care for current athletes because those providers understand the challenges the athlete faces. Dr. Herbenick works collaboratively with the patient and his or her family – providing information so the patient can make his or her own informed decision.

Dr. Matthew Lawless talks about weather and knee pain.

Not long after the sudden death of her husband, Christie, a nurse and hospital administrator, learned she had an aggressive form of breast cancer. Learn about her fight, and how she and her young daughter are surviving their new normal.

Dr. Ordway discusses cancer screenings.

Dr. McKenna discusses nutrition during pregnancy for women who are obese.

Dr. John Terry explains stroke.

Dr. Sean Convery talks more about what’s involved in a pre-participation physical.