Dr. Justin Clark
LISTEN: Show some backbone: delving into surgery of the spine
Problems of the spine can manifest themselves in many ways, like back pain, neck pain, and even shooting pain down your arms and legs. Not all back problems require surgery, however, there are some conditions where surgery can make a big difference.
LISTEN: When it comes to pediatric surgery, there are more in-state options than you think
Finding out your child needs surgery can cause stress and anxiety. What if your child is born with an abnormality that requires surgery? What happens when a child gets cancer? How do you know what can be treated in Alaska and what needs to go out-of-state?
LISTEN: There’s more to your vision than meets the eye
2020 is the year of the eye. The eyes are not just a window to your soul, they are a window to your health. Abnormalities spotted in the eye are often the first signs of disease elsewhere in the body. Do you have questions about glaucoma? Cataracts? What about PRK or Lasik?
LISTEN: Nearly 10 percent of Alaskan are living with diabetes. Two specialists discuss the diagnosis and treatment.
The CDC has reported that more than 100 million Americans are now living with diabetes or prediabetes, and these numbers continue to rise. While some people are born with type 1 diabetes, 95% of those affected have adult onset, or type 2 diabetes.
LISTEN: Skin is your body’s largest organ. Find out how to take care of it properly.
Do Alaskan’s have a lower chance of getting skin cancer? Are tanning beds safe? How do you treat dry skin and eczema?
LISTEN: Exploring surgical options for cleft palate, overbite, sleep apnea, and more
Oral Maxillofacial surgery, or OMFS, is a specialty that combines dentistry and facial surgery to provide services from wisdom teeth removal to complex jaw surgery to fix cleft lips and palates, overbites, underbites, and even sleep apnea.
LISTEN: Life for disabled Alaskans 30 years after passing the Americans with Disabilities Act
Next year marks the 30th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, or ADA. The different provisions in the Act affect all of us everyday. This week on Line One we discuss living and working with disability in Alaska.
LISTEN: What does the road to blood transfusion look like? It starts with a donation.
We often do not think about blood until we are in a situation where we desperately need it. 4.5 million Americans need a blood transfusion every year. How is it tested? What are the risks?
LISTEN: Alaska doctors says these devices and procedures change lives for people with foot problems
Orthopedic issues of the feet can be extremely limiting in both kids and adults. The good news is that technology is really pushing the boundaries in surgery and assistance devices.
Acute and chronic pain management
The opioid epidemic continues to make its mark in Alaska, affecting people of all ages, races, and walks of life. Next on Line One, we discuss the opioid epidemic and the many non-opioid pain control options available.
Diagnosis and treatment of strokes
Strokes are the 5th leading cause of death in the United States and the leading cause of disability. Symptoms can be mild or severe and can last from minutes to causing permanent brain damage.
Diagnosis and treatment of abdominal hernias
Over 1 million hernia repairs are done every year, making it one of the most common general surgery procedures. On the next Line One, hernia specialists discuss the diagnosis and treatment of abdominal hernias.
Sleep disorders in adults and children
Sleep disorders are a comment health concern and can affect many aspects of our overall health. Problems range from insomnia and snoring to severe sleep apnea.