Worried your joint or chronic limb pain needs more than home care? Thomas J. Bramwell, DO, Orthopedic Surgeon at Mile Bluff Medical Center, explains when to seek orthopedic evaluation. He reviews common referral reasons like chronic pain, osteoarthritis, soft-tissue injuries, and acute injuries, how to weigh continued conservative care versus specialist input, what primary care typically handles first, and signs (worsening pain, loss of function) that mean it’s time to get referred. 

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What are you missing by not having a regular primary care provider? James Lierman, FNP, Family Nurse Practitioner at Mile Bluff Medical Center, explains why continuity of care matters. Learn how a known provider who knows your history, problem list, and medications can speed diagnosis and treatment, help with portal messaging, coordinate referrals, and manage preventive care like screenings and immunizations to catch issues earlier. 

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In this episode Lyn Wedyke, CNM walks through what midwifery looks like in a hospital setting and why midwives are a valuable option for low-risk pregnancy and lifelong women’s care. This matters because understanding midwifery care helps expectant parents choose the right prenatal provider and plan for labor, delivery, and postpartum recovery. Guest: Lyn Wedyke, CNM (Certified Nurse Midwife). Topics include midwifery care, prenatal visits, labor pain management options like epidural and nitrous oxide, postpartum recovery, and collaborative OB care for high-risk situations. For appointments call 608-847-5000 or visit milebluff.com, and subscribe to our YouTube channel for more vodcasts. 

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From his path into medicine to the innovations transforming surgical care, Dr. Bruce Lynch brings a thoughtful and practical perspective to today’s surgical landscape. He discusses common conditions, offers guidance for patients preparing for surgery, and underscores how teamwork across the care continuum supports better outcomes. 

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