Learn life‑saving mountain safety and wilderness survival tips from Dr. Robert Katzer, UCI Health Emergency Medicine Physician and Wilderness Medicine expert. In this episode of Live Well with UCI Health, we discuss the real dangers hikers face, especially on popular Southern California mountains like Mt. Baldy, San Gorgonio, and other high‑risk winter trails.

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In this episode of Live Well with UCI Health, host Ryan Manno sits down with Dr. Annie Wang, a board‑certified UCI Health general surgeon specializing in minimally invasive gastrointestinal and bariatric surgery. Together, they unpack one of the most talked‑about health topics today: obesity, modern weight‑loss options, and the rise of GLP‑1 medications.

Dr. Wang explains:

• Why obesity is now understood as a chronic disease
• The differences between sleeve gastrectomy (“the banana”) and gastric bypass (“the egg”)
• How bariatric surgery compares to newer medications like GLP‑1s
• The real, measurable benefits of weight‑loss surgery — from improved mobility to better heart health
• What recovery truly looks like
• Fertility changes, long‑term follow‑up, misconceptions, risks, and who qualifies Whether you're considering medication, surgery, lifestyle change, or just curious about how these approaches work, this conversation offers clarity, compassion, and science‑driven guidance.

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Heart disease is the #1 killer of men and women in the U.S.—and every 40 seconds, someone has a heart attack. In this episode of Live Well with UCI Health, Ryan Manno from KOST 103.5 and iHeart Radio sits down with Dr. Ailin Barseghian, a board-certified cardiologist at UCI Health, to uncover the truth about heart health. Learn the warning signs of a heart attack, why symptoms differ for women, how menopause impacts risk, and what you can do to prevent cardiovascular disease. Dr. Barseghian also shares insights on advanced testing, microvascular disease, and practical lifestyle tips to protect your heart.

✅ Topics Covered:

• Heart attack symptoms for men vs. women
• Why estrogen matters for heart health
• Key questions to ask your doctor
• Risk factors and prevention strategies
• Cutting-edge care at UCI Health

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