Diabetes often develops silently, and by the time symptoms appear, it may have already been there for years.

In this episode of Baptist HealthTalk, host Johanna Gomez sits down with Dr. Pascual DeSantis, Chief of Endocrinology, and Dr. Paolo Carvalho, Geriatric and Family Medicine Physician at Baptist Health, to break down what diabetes really is and why so many people miss the early warning signs.

The experts explain the differences between type 1, type 2, and pre-diabetes, common symptoms people brush off, and how lifestyle, genetics, and age all play a role. They also discuss what’s happening inside the body, why follow-up care matters, and how uncontrolled blood sugar can affect the heart, kidneys, nerves, and vision. Watch now to learn what signs to look for—and when it’s time to talk to your doctor.

Host:
Johanna Gomez
Award-Winning Host & Journalist

Guests:
Pascual De Santis, M.D.
Chief of Endocrinology
Baptist Health

Paulo Carvalho, M.D.
Geriatric Medicine & Family Medicine Physician
Baptist Health Concierge Medicine

If you’re confused by weight loss medications like Ozempic or Wegovy, diet trends, or bariatric surgery options, you’re not alone.

In this episode of Baptist HealthTalk, Dr. Anthony Gonzalez, chief of surgery for Baptist Hospital of Miami and Medical Director of Bariatric Surgery at Baptist Health, sits down with Dr. Timothy Nowack, a general and bariatric surgeon, to separate fact from fiction and explain what actually works for long-term weight loss. They break down how GLP-1 weight loss medications work, who they’re for, what kind of results are realistic, and why obesity is a chronic disease—not a personal failure.

The conversation also explores when diet and lifestyle changes may be enough, when medications can help, and when weight loss surgery becomes an important option.

If you’re trying to make safe, informed decisions about your health without the hype, this episode provides clear, expert guidance. Watch now to learn which weight loss path may be right for you.

Host:
Anthony Gonzalez, M.D.
Chief of Surgery, Baptist Hospital of Miami
Medical Director of Bariatric Surgery, Baptist Health

Guest:
Timothy Nowack, M.D.
General Surgeon
Baptist Health

Cervical cancer is one of the most preventable cancers, and when caught early, it’s often highly curable. In fact, reports say Australia is on track to eliminate cervical cancer by 2035. However, many women still have unanswered questions about symptoms, screening and what a diagnosis really means.

In this Baptist HealthTalk episode, host Johanna Gomez sits down with Dr. Ryan Kahn, a gynecologic oncologist with Baptist Health Cancer Care, to answer the most searched questions women have about cervical cancer.

They cover why early stages are often symptom-free, the warning signs to watch for, how survival rates change by stage and what treatment can look like (surgery, chemo, radiation and newer targeted therapies).

Dr. Kahn also clears up common misconceptions about HPV, the HPV vaccine and how often you actually need a Pap/HPV test.

Listen now for clear, practical guidance to help you protect your health.

If you’re due for screening, or noticing changes, this episode helps you know what to do next.

Host:
Johanna Gomez
Award-Winning Host & Journalist

Guest:
Ryan Kahn, M.D.
Gynecologic Oncologist
Baptist Health Cancer Care