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Join us as we delve into the world of medicine and strive to answer your questions with honesty and accuracy. Thank you for tuning in to Prairie Doc Podcast, where science is our guide and trust is our foundation. Let's continue our journey towards better health together.
Episodes
- Public Health
What is public health? Dr. Jill Kruse and Dr. Deb Johnston discuss determinants of health, public health initiatives, rural health care, and more.
- Lumps and Bumps, the Neck, & Outdoor Safety
This episode discusses how to approach lumps and bumps, specific considerations for neck health, and summer outdoor safety measures such as protection against ticks, mosquitoes, poison ivy, and the importance of sunscreen.
- Anesthesia Explained: Safety and Science
CRNA Brian Kvamme and Dr. Andrew Ellsworth discuss the science behind anesthesia, explaining how it works during surgery and detailing available medications and pain management treatments for various medical concerns.
- Addiction: Understanding the Journey to Recovery
Dr. Kelly Evans-Hullinger joins Prairie Doc Radio to discuss addiction and the multidisciplinary treatments that support recovery.
- Vision Matters: Your Eye Health
The episode discusses what eyes reveal about overall health and available treatments for common eye conditions, featuring insights from Dr. Deb Johnston and Ophthalmologist Dr. Ken Knudtson.
- Aging Gracefully: Strategies for a Healthy Future
This episode of Prairie Doc Radio discusses strategies for maintaining health during aging, addressing common concerns associated with growing older, and methods for communicating personal wishes.
- Anatomy Research: Contributions to Medicine
Dr. Ethan Snow, Associate Professor in Biology and Microbiology at South Dakota State University, explains anatomy research and how this research influences the practice of medicine.
- Heart Health with Dr. Kelly Evans-Hullinger
Heart Health: Reducing Risks, Watching for Symptoms, and Treatments
- Diet and Nutrition with Katy VanderWal
Dietician Katy VanderWal answers our questions about healthy eating.
- Ask Anything: Pilot Physicals, Celiac Disease, CPAP while Traveling, Pain Med Reactions & More
Dr. Jill Kruse answers questions about health evaluations of pilots, the importance of annual physicals for everyone, and a variety of listener questions regarding sleep apnea, pain medicine reactions, and more. Send your questions to ask@…
- Ask Anything & Vaccines with Dr. Deb Johnston
Prairie Doc Deb Johnston answers a variety of questions about vaccines, osteoporosis, and more. Send your questions to ask@prairiedoc.org.
- Sleep Apnea with Dr. Andrew Ellsworth
Sleep apnea - causes, symptoms, and treatments - on today's Prairie Doc Radio. And Dr. Andrew Ellsworth answers a variety of listener questions. Send your medical questions to ask@prairiedoc.org.
- Bone Health with Dr. Deb Johnston
Osteoporosis, calcium, DEXA scans and more on today's Prairie Doc Radio. Send your questions to ask@prairiedoc.org.
- Allergies with Dr. Jill Kruse
Seasonal allergies, food allergies, medical allergies and more-Prairie Doc Jill Kruse answers our medical question.
- Ask Anything: Sexually Transmitted Diseases, Aging and Cognitive Decline, ALS, & More
Dr. Kelly Evans-Hullinger answers questions about sexually transmitted diseases, aging and cognitive decline, ALS , and more. Send your questions to ask@prairiedoc.org.
- Exploring Medicine in Ghana with Dr. Greg Heiberger, Ashley McConnell & Joanie Holm
SDSU students travel to Ghana to explore medical practices in another country. Dr. Greg Heiberger is the Interim Dean of the Honors College at South Dakota State University. Ashley McConnell is Coordinator of Student Success at South Dakot…
- Feet, Ankles & More with Dr. Jill Kruse
Dr. Jill Kruse answers questions about feet, ankles, and more.
- Ask Anything-Flu, Respiratory Illness, Accident Prevention, Head Lice, & More
Dr. Andrew Ellsworth answers questions about the flu, respiratory issues, accident prevention, and more. Send your questions to ask@prairiedoc.org.
- Primary Care, Specialists, & Emergency Care with Dr. Deb Johnston
What roles do our primary care, specialists, and emergency physicians play in healthcare?
- Ask Anything-Kidneys, Hearing, Coughing with Dr. Andrew Ellsworth
This week we revisit our conversation about kidney disease, ringing in the ears, and coughs that linger with Dr. Andrew Ellsworth. Send your questions to ask@prairiedoc.org.
- Perimenopause with Dr. Breanne Mueller
This week we revisit our conversation with Dr. Breanne Mueller. What is happening during perimenopause and menopause? How can these symptoms be treated? What concerns should we bring up to our physicians? Dr. Breanne Mueller answers these…
- PTSD, Anxiety, & More with Dr. Deb Johnston
PTSD, anxiety, suicide prevention, and more on this week's show with Prairie Doc Deb Johnston. Send your medical questions to ask@prairiedoc.org.
- Dental Health with Dr. Brock Tidstrom
Dr. Brock Tidstrom answers our questions about dental health and various dental issues. Send your questions to ask@prairiedoc.org.
- Headaches, Addiction, & More with Dr. Deb Johnston
Headaches, alcoholism, grief, and more on this week's show with Prairie Doc Deb Johnston.
- Allergies with Dr. Mark Bubak
This week we revisit our conversation about allergies with Dr. Mark Bubak. Why do some people experience allergies? How can allergies be treated? Do our allergies change over time?
- Ask Anything-Kidneys, Hearing, Coughing with Dr. Andrew Ellsworth
Kidney disease, ringing in the ears, coughs that linger - Dr. Andrew Ellsworth answers your medical questions. Send your questions to ask@prairiedoc.org.
- Diabetes with Dr. Kelly Evans-Hullinger
Diabetes: causes, prevention, treatment, and management. Send us your medical questions at ask@prairiedoc.org.
- Digestive Issues with Dr. Jill Kruse
Constipation, diarrhea, hemorrhoids, GERD, food sensitivities and more on this week's show with Prairie Doc Jill Kruse.
- Ask Anything with Dr. Andrew Ellsworth
What are the signs of a stroke? What is tinnitus? How do I protect myself from getting the flu? Prairie Doc Andrew Ellsworth is joined by medical student Kaleb Dobbs to answer these questions and more.
- Vaccines with Dr. Kelly Evans-Hullinger
Why do we have vaccines? How do vaccines work? Send your medical questions to ask@prairiedoc.org.
- Ask Anything with Dr. Deb Johnston
Vitamin K shots for infants, psoriasis, Alzheimer's, plantar fasciitis and more on this week's "Ask Anything" show. Send your medical questions to ask@prairiedoc.org.
- Perimenopause with Dr. Jill Kruse
Perimenopause: symptoms, treatment options, and changes in perceptions in recent years.
- Hands with Dr. Yorell Manon-Matos & Dr. Andrew Ellsworth
Carpal tunnel, trigger finger, arthritis, and other common hand concerns are discussed by Dr. Yorell Manon-Matos and Dr. Andrew Ellsworth.
- Weight Management with Dr. Kelly Evans-Hullinger
What options do we have for weight management? When is weight loss surgery an option? How do the GLP-1 medicines work? How does weight affect our overall health? Send you medical questions to ask@prairiedoc.org.
- Autism with Dr. Debra Johnston
What is autism? How is autism diagnosed? What support is available for someone with autism?
- New Season: Ask Anything with Dr. Jill Kruse
We're back with a new a season of Prairie Doc Radio - medical information based on science, built on trust.
- PDR 2025-09-08 Men's Health - Dr. Andrew Ellsworth
Men's health issues - including prostate concerns, testosterone levels, sexual health and more - are discussed by Prairie Doc Andrew Ellsworth.
- PDR 2025-09-01 Heart Health - Dr. Kelly Evans-Hullinger
Prairie Doc Kelly Evans-Hullinger talks about taking care of our heart health and what to do when we have symptoms that something might not be right. Send your medical questions to ask@prairiedoc.org.
- PDR 2025-08-25 Perimenopause - Dr. Breanne Mueller
What is happening during perimenopause and menopause? How can symptoms be treated? What concerns should we bring up to our physicians? Dr. Breanne Mueller answer these questions and more.
- PDR 2025-08-18 Keep Moving - Dr. Jill Kruse
Dr. Jill Kruse talks about the many health benefits of staying active in every season of life. She provides helpful guidance and encouragement to keep moving.
- PDR 2025-08-11 Hearing Loss - Dr. Andrew Ellsworth
Hearing loss has many causes and treatment options. Prairie Doc Andrew Ellsworth answers questions about hearing loss.
- PDR 2025-08-04 Podiatry - Dr. Ryan Prusa & Dr. Nephi Jones
What health conditions affect our feet? What treatment options are available to help with issues for our feet and ankles? We asked podiatrists Dr. Nephi Jones and Dr. Ryan Prusa these questions and more.
- PDR 2025-07-28 Grief, Hospice, & Palliative Care - Dr. Kelly Evans-Hullinger
Prairie Doc Kelly Evans-Hullinger talks about grief, hospice, and palliative care and the many resources available to help individuals experiencing loss.
- PDR 2025-07-21 Eye Health - Dr. Deb Johnston & Dr. Ken Knudston
Our eye health may be affected by various conditions. Dr. Ken Knudston and Dr. Debra Johnston talk us through detection, prevention, and treatment of eye concerns.
- PDR 2025-07-14 Allergies - Dr. Mark Bubak
Why do some people experience allergies? How can allergies be treated? Do our allergies change over time? Dr. Mark Bubak answers these questions and more.
- PDR 2025-07-07 Hips & Knees - Dr. Jeff Dressander & Dr. Andrew Ellsworth
What are the causes of hip and knee pain? What treatment options are there? Dr. Jeff Dressander (orthopedic surgeon) and Dr. Andrew Ellsworth (family medicine) answer those questions and more.
- PDR 2025-06-30 Dental Care - Dr. Erin Krogman
Dental care is important to our overall health. Dr. Erin Krogman explains how to keep our teeth healthy and discusses a variety of dental concerns.
- PDR 2025-06-23 Anatomical Variations - Dr. Ethan Snow
Dr. Ethan Snow describes the interesting and significant ways research on anatomical variations impact medical care.
- PDR 2025-06-16 Pain Management - Brian Kvamme, CRNA & Dr. Andrew Ellsworth
How to identify different types of pain, treatment options, and information about when you should be seeking help from a professional and what you can do at home. Brian Kvamme, CRNA and Prairie Doc Andrew Ellsworth answer our medical quest…
- PDR 2025-06-09 Teen Mental Health - Dr. Jill Kruse
How can we support teens and their mental health in these formative years? Dr. Jill Kruse talks about anxiety, depression, resources available, and more. Send your medical questions to ask@prairiedoc.org.