COVID-19 Update: Testing & Vaccines

During this episode, Dr. G is joined by her co-host Dr. Broome- Webster as they have a robust panel discussion on COVID-19 featuring Dr. Brendan Larder- Virologist, Dr. Lynda Williams- Epidemiologist, Dr. Lauren Linton-Genomicist, Dr. Marquita St. Hilaire. They take an indepth look at the role and suitability of testing modalities as well as vaccines and the role these two areas of interests play in the pandemic response.  Follow us  at https://www.facebook.com/cornerstonemedcc/ or instagram @cornerstonemed_246

During this episode , Dr.Arianne Harvey provides a detailed look at Dengue Fever, an illness endemic to Barbados caused by Dengue Virus. She discusses from symptoms to serotypes, diagnosis to management and certainly a special piece on prevention. Follow us  at https://www.facebook.com/cornerstonemedcc/ or instagram @cornerstonemed_246

During this episode , Dr. Elliot Douglin discusses some historically used bushes or herbal teas that have been used and proven to have medicinal benefit. He also discusses some that are unique to the Caribbean. One thing that must be emphasized is that although are known to be good they should all be used with caution and most importantly under the consultation of your doctor to avoid any drug to drug interaction and certainly to avoid any adverse response on physiological parameters like blood pressure, blood glucose levels and kidney function. SAFETY IS KEY.  Follow us  at https://www.facebook.com/cornerstonemedcc/ or instagram @cornerstonemed_246

During this episode , Dr. Elliot Douglin discusses common dietary fads such as the Atkins, Ketogenic, Vegan, Mediterranean and also low calorie recommended to reverse diabetes. He also disccusses the benefits of wholegrain foods, nuts, vegetables, grapeseed oil and lycopene. Tune in next week as we speak more about nutrition to close out the month of January. Follow us  at https://www.facebook.com/cornerstonemedcc/ or instagram @cornerstonemed_246

During this episode, Dr. G is joined by her co-host Dr. Broome- Webster as they have a robust panel discussion on COVID-19 featuring Dr. Brendan Larder- Virologist, Dr. Lynda Williams- Epidemiologist, Dr. Adrian Waterman- Anesthesiologist,Dr. Dawn Alleyne- Pulmonary & Critical Care Specialist and Dr. Maisha Emmanuel- Psychiatrist. They discuss viral transmission, symptoms, testing, treatment method taking a closer look at critical care interventions and preventative strategies like vaccination as well as other non-pharmaceutical interventions like mask wearing, hand washing etc.   Follow us  at https://www.facebook.com/cornerstonemedcc/ or instagram @cornerstonemed_246

During this first episode of the long-anticipated Season 2, Dr. Elliot Douglin discusses the basic tenets of proper nutrition. He dissects macro and micronutrients and then finishes of speaking about the important undisputed role that vitamins and minerals play in keeping the body healthy. Next week, he will return to further discuss Dietary Fads. Follow us  at https://www.facebook.com/cornerstonemedcc/ or instagram @cornerstonemed_246

During this final episode of Season 1 Dr Jonathan Noël - Urological Surgeon discusses pathologies associated with the prostate inclusive of prostatitis, benign prostatic hyperplasia as well as prostate cancer. He also highlights the benefits of robotic surgical intervention. Follow us  at https://www.facebook.com/cornerstonemedcc/ or instagram @cornerstonemed_246

During this episode Dr Alex Doyle - General Surgeon discusses breath pathology, highlighting the differences in benign and malignant breast disease based on age and sex. Follow us  at https://www.facebook.com/cornerstonemedcc/ or instagram @cornerstonemed_246

During this episode Dr Lesley Reece - Palliative Care Specialist breathes life back into Palliative Care, demystifying this highly misunderstood and infrequently discussed area of medicine.  She defines this field and then clarifies some of commonly misconceptions surrounding this life enriching field. Follow us  at https://www.facebook.com/cornerstonemedcc/ or instagram @cornerstonemed_246

During this episode Drs. Alain Reid & Corinthia Dupuis- Consultant Pathologists explores the vast but underrepresented world of Pathology, explaining the process of Autopsy and the importance of Histology and Surgical Pathology. Follow us  at https://www.facebook.com/cornerstonemedcc/ or instagram @cornerstonemed_246.