Living Real Change Podcast

Living Real Change is a Piedmont Healthcare podcast sharing powerful stories and expert insights to help Georgians live healthier lives. From inspiring patient journeys to community impact and preventative care, each episode offers real conversations and practical advice. Hosted by Dr. Lacy Knight, Chief Health Information Officer at Piedmont, the series empowers listeners with tools for better health.

Stream the latest episodes below!

Breast Cancer Care Reimagined: Personalized Treatment, Genomics, and AI

October 26, 2026 - The future of breast cancer care is here. Join Dr. Shannon Kahn, Medical Director for Piedmont Radiation Oncology, as she discusses the latest innovations transforming how breast cancer is diagnosed and treated. From genomic testing that helps guide treatment decisions to artificial intelligence that supports more precise care, discover how today's advances are helping patients receive treatments tailored specifically to them while improving outcomes and quality of life.

Understanding AFib: Symptoms, Risks, and Treatment Options

September 21, 2026 - Dr. Ashish Bhimani, Chief of Electrophysiology at Piedmont Heart, explains what atrial fibrillation is, the symptoms and risk factors to watch for, and how treatment has evolved. He also discusses ablation, stroke prevention, smartwatches, and lifestyle changes that can help patients better manage AFib.

Back-to-School Health: Helping Kids Thrive

August 24, 2026 - Dana Gilbert, a Piedmont pediatrician, shares tips on school readiness, sleep, nutrition, vaccines, mental health, illness prevention, and healthy habits. She also explains when to seek care and how families can support children through the transition back to school.

A Longer, Healthier Life: The Habits That Make a Difference

July 20, 2026 - Dr. Saju Mathew, board-certified family medicine physician, discusses habits that can help us live longer. He explains how everyday choices support healthier lives. From movement and nutrition to sleep, preventive care and meaningful relationships, Dr. Mathew shares practical ways to support long-term health. He explains why longevity is not just about adding years to your life, but adding life to those years.

Orthopedic Care: Prevention, Innovation, and Better Outcomes

June 22, 2026 - Orthopedic surgeon Dr. John Gray Seiler III, specializing in hand, shoulder, and elbow care, discusses innovation. He explains how collaboration and evidence-based care are improving orthopedic patient outcomes. From reducing surgical complications and expanding access to care to advancing minimally invasive procedures, Dr. Seiler shares Piedmont's care improvements. He explains how these efforts enhance the patient experience at every stage. He also offers practical advice on injury prevention, prehabilitation, and habits that help patients stay active and healthy long term.

Episode archive

May 18, 2026 - Building Health at Every Stage: Prevention, Habits, and Lifelong Wellness (Listen)

April 20, 2026 - The Power of Organ Donation: Patient Care, Donor Impact, and the Transplant Journey (Listen)

March 23, 2026 - Colon Cancer: Prevention, Screening, and Why Early Detection Matters (Listen)

February 23, 2026 - High Blood Pressure Explained: Risks, Measurement and Modern Treatment (Listen)

January 26, 2026 - Wearable Technology in Healthcare: How Smart Devices Are Transforming Prevention and Chronic Care (Listen)

January 14, 2026 - Pancreatic Cancer Insights: Early Detection, Risk Factors, and Emerging Treatments (Listen)

December 22, 2025 - Inside Modern Stroke Care: Speed, Technology, and Saving Lives (Listen)

November 24, 2025 - Understanding Diabetes: Prevention, Warning Signs, and Modern Care (Listen)

October 20, 2025 - Breast Cancer Today: Personalized Care, Survivorship, and Realistic Hope (Listen)

September 22, 2025 - Breaking the Stigma: Suicide Prevention and Mental Health for All (Listen)

August 27, 2025 - Fighting the Heart Failure Pandemic: Advanced Therapies and Hope for the Future (Listen)

July 23, 2025 - More Than a Number: Rethinking Weight, Health, and Lasting Change (Listen)

June 23, 2025 - Early Action, Lifelong Impact: Dr. Walter Curran on Cancer Prevention and Survivorship (Listen)

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