Happy Times in Healthcare http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/ The podcast that helps you make sure your healthcare experiences are the best they can be. We educate, we inform, we help you become a happy and confident healthcare consumer. For more information please visit http://www.RuthannRusso.com en-us Copyright 2008 Ruthann Russo Ruthann Russo PhD, JD, MPH, RHIT The podcast that helps you make sure your healthcare experiences are the best they can be. We educate, we inform, we help you become a happy and confident healthcare consumer. Podcast no Ruthann Russo contactus@ruthannrusso.com Fri, 19 Sep 2008 08:03:42 -0500 http://www.sixapart.com/movabletype/ http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Basics of a Raw Diet Ruthann Russo, author of The Raw Food Diet Myth, talks with Rick Barber of KOA Radio about the basics of a raw food diet.  A full recording of the show is available here: http://www.koaradio.com/cc-common/podcast/single_podcast.html?podcast=overnight.xml
]]> http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/091908HappyTimes.mp3 http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/091908HappyTimes.mp3 Fri, 19 Sep 2008 08:03:42 -0500 School Lunches in America Ruthann Russo, author of The Raw Food Diet Myth, talks with Rick Barber of KOA Radio about the nutritional value of school lunches in America.  A full recording of the show is available here: http://www.koaradio.com/cc-common/podcast/single_podcast.html?podcast=overnight.xml]]> http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/091208HappyTimes.mp3 http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/091208HappyTimes.mp3 Fri, 12 Sep 2008 08:02:16 -0500 The Healthcare Crisis Dr. Ruthann Russo joins Ron Ross of the AM 1230 WJBC morning show to discuss the healthcare crisis in America and how the complexity of the healthcare system and consumer’s knowledge of the system contribute to the issues.

]]> http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/073108HappyTimes.mp3 http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/073108HappyTimes.mp3 Thu, 31 Jul 2008 16:25:55 -0500 Raw & Living Foods Ruthann Russo joins Dr. Michael Brickey of the Ageless Lifestyles Institute on Ageless Lifestyles Radio to discuss the raw food movement and how an all raw diet consisting of fresh, natural, organic ingredients can have a positive impact on your health.

The entire show is available from Dr Brickey’s website at http://agelesslifestyles.com/2008/07/raw-food-pros-and-cons/

For more information about the raw and living foods lifestyle and Russo’s new book, The Raw Food Diet Myth, please visit http://www.rawfoodmyth.com

]]> http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/072308HappyTimes.mp3 http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/072308HappyTimes.mp3 Wed, 23 Jul 2008 11:05:00 -0500 Get What You Want from Doctors, Hospitals, and Insurance (Excerpt) http://www.RuthannRusso.com - Dr. Ruthann Russo joins Dr. Michael Brickey of the Ageless Lifestyles Institute on Ageless Lifestyles Radio, the program takes a holistic approach in addressing anti-aging psychology, alternative medicine, medicine, fitness, nutrition, health, and wellness. The emphasis is on innovative thinking and practices that have solid data and results.

Entire show available from http://agelesslifestyles.com/2008/06/get-what-you-want-from-doctors-hospitals-and-insurance/

]]> http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/070908HappyTimes.mp3 http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/070908HappyTimes.mp3 Wed, 09 Jul 2008 11:44:59 -0500 KDKA Interview Part 3

http://www.RuthannRusso.com - Dr. Ruthann Russo joins John Steigerwald on KDKA News Radio 1020 to discuss how to take control of your healthcare in 7 steps.

]]> http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/070108HappyTimes.mp3 http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/070108HappyTimes.mp3 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 11:03:52 -0500 KDKA Interview Part 2 http://www.RuthannRusso.com - Dr. Ruthann Russo joins John Steigerwald on KDKA News Radio 1020 to discuss the dealing with insurance companies, what to do when a claim is denied, the benefits of high deductibles, plus how medical records impact your healthcare and why you should have a copy.

]]> http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/061308HappyTimes.mp3 http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/061308HappyTimes.mp3 Fri, 13 Jun 2008 10:28:14 -0500 KDKA Interview Part 1 http://www.RuthannRusso.com - Dr. Ruthann Russo joins John Steigerwald on KDKA News Radio 1020 to discuss the state of the US Healthcare system.
]]> http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/061008HappyTimes.mp3 http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/061008HappyTimes.mp3 Tue, 10 Jun 2008 11:22:49 -0500 The Healthcare Paradox http://www.RuthannRusso.com - Dr. Ruthann Russo discusses the healthcare paradox in the United States and also the individual consumer healthcare paradox.

]]> http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/051908HappyTimes.mp3 http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/051908HappyTimes.mp3 Mon, 19 May 2008 15:13:25 -0500 10 things you should know about your medical record Dr. Ruthann Russo discusses 10 things you should know about your medical record as a critical part of your healthcare and planning.

For a free sample chapter of 7 Steps to Your Best Possible Healthcare or to purchase a copy of the book please visit http://www.7stepshealth.com. ]]> http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/042208HappyTimes.mp3 http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/042208HappyTimes.mp3 Tue, 22 Apr 2008 10:43:48 -0500 Audio Press Release: Spa Gift Certificate Awarded in Ongoing Contest Happy Times in Healthcare (www.happytimesinhealthcare.com) has awarded a $100 spa gift certificate as part of its ongoing contest.]]> http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/032008HappyTimes.mp3 http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/032008HappyTimes.mp3 Thu, 20 Mar 2008 07:08:38 -0500 Ed on Selecting a Primary Care Practitioner In an excerpt from her upcoming release of The Stories Behind the Steps, Dr. Russo is joined by Ed who discusses how he mapped out a strategy to research, interview and select a new doctor to serve as his primary care practitioner.
For a free sample chapter of 7 Steps to Your Best Possible Healthcare or to purchase a copy of the book please visit http://www.7stepshealth.com.]]> http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/030408HappyTimes.mp3 http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/030408HappyTimes.mp3 Tue, 04 Mar 2008 11:24:08 -0500 A Health Advocate Helps With Billing Dr Russo is joined by Natasha and Dave who discuss how they were able to work with their insurance company to avoid a potentially disastrous personal financial situation after receiving the diagnosis of a rare heart defect for their unborn child.
]]> http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/022608HappyTimes.mp3 http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/022608HappyTimes.mp3 Tue, 26 Feb 2008 16:10:27 -0500 Take Control of Your Specialists Dr Russo  is joined by Jay and Christine who share their story of coordinating multiple specialists after Jay was hospitalized with a diabetic foot ulcer and how as a patient they learned the important lesson that they need to take a greater role in managing your own health and providing a continuity of care between specialists.


For a free sample chapter of 7 Steps to Your Best Possible Healthcare or to purchase a copy of the book please visit http://www.7stepshealth.com.]]> http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/021908HappyTimes.mp3 http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/021908HappyTimes.mp3 Tue, 19 Feb 2008 14:55:06 -0500 Jay and Christine on Selecting a Specialist In an excerpt from her upcoming release of The Stories Behind the Steps, Dr Russo is joined by Jay and Christine who discuss the successes and challenges they have faced with the healthcare system. As a long time sufferer from Type I diabetes Jay shares his story of finding a specialist when faced with diabetic retinothopy. For a free sample chapter of 7 Steps to Your Best Possible Healthcare or to purchase a copy of the book please visit http://www.7stepshealth.com. ]]> http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/021208HappyTimes.mp3 http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/021208HappyTimes.mp3 Tue, 12 Feb 2008 13:09:02 -0500 Audio Press Release: Happy Times in Healthcare Announces 1st Monthly Contest Winner Happy Times in Healthcare (www.happytimesinhealthcare.com) has awarded a $100 spa gift certificate as part of it's ongoing contest.]]> http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/020608HappyTimes.mp3 http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/020608HappyTimes.mp3 Thu, 07 Feb 2008 07:00:02 -0500 Stories Behind the Steps Excerpt, Vera Healthcare Quality In an excerpt from her upcoming release of The Stories Behind the Steps, Dr Russo is joined by Vera who shares her story of when she first learned of her breast cancer diagnosis and discusses the frustrations Vera has with the healthcare system for not detecting her cancer earlier and how the system can be improved.For a free sample chapter of 7 Steps to Your Best Possible Healthcare or to purchase a copy of the book please visit http://www.7stepshealth.com.]]> http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/020508HappyTimes.mp3 http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/020508HappyTimes.mp3 Tue, 05 Feb 2008 11:15:28 -0500 Health Talk Interview with Dr. Ronald Hoffman (Part 2) Dr Ronald Hoffman of Health Talk and Ruthann Russo author of 7 Steps to Your Best Possible Healthcare discuss medical records and some of the issues a consumer should be aware of with the shift by many hospitals from paper based to electronic medical records. For a free sample chapter of 7 Steps to Your Best Possible Healthcare or to purchase a copy of the book please visit http://www.7stepshealth.com. ]]> http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/013008HappyTimes.mp3 http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/013008HappyTimes.mp3 Thu, 31 Jan 2008 11:05:18 -0500 Health Talk Interview with Dr. Ronald Hoffman (Part 1) Dr Ronald Hoffman of Health Talk and Ruthann Russo author of 7 Steps to Your Best Possible Healthcare discuss actions a healthcare consumer to get better and also how to discuss alternative treatments with a physician. For a free sample chapter of 7 Steps to Your Best Possible Healthcare or to purchase a copy of the book please visit http://www.7stepshealth.com. ]]> http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/012808HappyTimes.mp3 http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/012808HappyTimes.mp3 Mon, 28 Jan 2008 16:20:38 -0500 Stories Behind the Steps Excerpt, Vera & MaryAnn

In an excerpt from her upcoming release of The Stories Behind the Steps, Dr. Russo is joined by sisters Vera and MaryAnn who discuss how the concept of a Medical Mentor helped Vera overcome her battle with breast cancer. For a free sample chapter of 7 Steps to Your Best Possible Healthcare or to purchase a copy of the book please visit http://www.7stepshealth.com.

]]> http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/012208HappyTimes.mp3 http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/012208HappyTimes.mp3 Tue, 22 Jan 2008 17:16:07 -0500 Audio Press Release: 6 Days at Disney from Happy Times in Healthcare!

Bethlehem, PA (Press Release) January 21, 2008— Happy Times in Healthcare (http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com) in association with 7 Steps to Your Best Possible Healthcare, announced today the 6 Days at Disney contest to celebrate the launch of its newly re-designed website. Contestants can register online at happytimesinhealthcare.com to be eligible for a Grand Prize drawing of a 6-day trip to Walt Disney World for 4 including airfare, lodging and park passes. Other prizes include a 1-year membership to Gold’s Gym, a Canon digital camera, and gift certificates to Amazon.com. Between now and May 1st daily, weekly, and monthly prizes will also be awarded including, t-shirts, copies of 7 Steps to Your Best Possible Healthcare book and day spa gift certificates.

]]> http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/012108HappyTimes.mp3 http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/012108HappyTimes.mp3 Mon, 21 Jan 2008 05:09:00 -0500 Stories Behind the Steps Excerpt 2, Dr Diener In an excerpt from her upcoming release of The Stories Behind the Steps, Dr. Russo is joined by Dr. Ian Diener to discuss medical records and how they have evolved into a crucial aspect of your personal health planning. For a free sample chapter of 7 Steps to Your Best Possible Healthcare or to purchase a copy of the book please visit http://www.7stepshealth.com. ]]> http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/011508HappyTimes.mp3 http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/011508HappyTimes.mp3 Tue, 15 Jan 2008 17:09:16 -0500 Stories Behind the Steps Excerpt - Dr Diener Part 1

In an excerpt from her upcoming release of The Stories Behind the Steps, Dr. Russo is joined by Dr. Ian Diener to discuss some of the issues to keep in mind while selecting a new primary care physician. For a free sample chapter of 7 Steps to Your Best Possible Healthcare or to purchase a copy of the book please visit http://www.7stepshealth.com.

]]> http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/010808HappyTimes.mp3 http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/010808HappyTimes.mp3 Tue, 08 Jan 2008 16:41:00 -0500 Take Charge of Your Life Interview - Part 2 of 2 Eleanor Bobrow of the highly acclaimed public radio show Take Back Your Life talks with Dr. Ruthann Russo about how to navigate the healthcare system when a loved one is ill. For a free sample chapter of Dr. Russo's new book please visit http://www.7StepsHealth.com for more information on Take Back Your Life please visit www.wdiy.org]]> http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/010208HappyTimes.mp3 http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/010208HappyTimes.mp3 interview radio wdiy Wed, 02 Jan 2008 09:59:00 -0500 Take Charge of Your Life Interview - Part 1 of 2

Eleanor Bobrow of the highly acclaimed public radio show Take Back Your Life talks with Dr. Ruthann Russo about how to navigate the healthcare system when a loved one is ill. For a free sample chapter of Dr. Russo's new book please visit http://www.7StepsHealth.com for more information on Take Back Your Life please visit www.wdiy.org

]]> http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/122807HappyTimes.mp3 http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/122807HappyTimes.mp3 interview radio wdiy Fri, 28 Dec 2007 09:42:00 -0500 Obtaining Your Medical Record

Dr Russo and attorney Joseph Russo discuss how to get a copy of your medical record and why it is important for your overall health planning, they also share a recent experience that highlights some of the differences that you may encounter between various doctor offices. For a free sample chapter of Dr. Russo's new book please visit http://www.7StepsHealth.com

]]> http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/122607HappyTimes.mp3 http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/122607HappyTimes.mp3 medical records roi Wed, 26 Dec 2007 11:01:00 -0500 The Pharmaceutical Industry and Prescription Drugs

Dr Russo and attorney Joseph Russo discuss the pharmaceutical industry and prescription drugs and some things you should be aware of when talking with your doctor.

]]> http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/121907HappyTimes.mp3 http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/121907HappyTimes.mp3 generic prescription Wed, 19 Dec 2007 11:15:00 -0500 Patient-Physician Communication Knowing the limited time you have with your physician, being clear on what you want to address and how you want make a decision is key in ensuring you have the best possible encounter with your physician. Dr Russo provides 10 steps you can take to improve communication with your physician. For a free sample chapter of Dr. Russo's new book please visit http://www.7StepsHealth.com]]> http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/121207HappyTimes.mp3 http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/121207HappyTimes.mp3 Wed, 12 Dec 2007 12:15:00 -0500 WOWO 1190 AM Interview WOWO 1190 AM’s Charly Butcher talks with Dr. Ruthann Russo about her new book 7 Steps to Your Best Possible Healthcare on Ft. Wayne's Morning News. For more information please visit http://www.RuthannRusso.com ]]> http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/120707HappyTimes.mp3 http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/120707HappyTimes.mp3 Fri, 07 Dec 2007 10:15:00 -0500 Pain in the Pocketbook Dr Russo and attorney Joseph Russo discuss this week's cover story for BusinessWeek Magazine, Fresh Pain for the Uninsured. For a complimentary eBook from Dr. Russo please visit http://www.HappyTimesInHealthcare.com]]> http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/120507HappyTimes.mp3 http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/120507HappyTimes.mp3 Wed, 05 Dec 2007 14:15:00 -0500 Informed Consent

Dr Russo discusses the theory of informed consent in the healthcare setting, why it is important to your overall healthcare and shares an informed consent from a recent physician visit.
]]> http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/112807HappyTimes.mp3 http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/112807HappyTimes.mp3 Wed, 28 Nov 2007 12:15:00 -0500 Who Monitors Your Rights in the Hospital? Although most of your interactions in the hospital are with physicians, nurses, and other clinicians, the hospital's management team, led by the CEO, works to uphold your rights. If you ever feel your patient rights have been violated in a hospital, you shouldn't hesitate to bring this complaint to the attention of a hospital manager. For a complimentary eBook from Dr. Russo please visit http://www.HappyTimesInHealthcare.com ]]> http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/112007HappyTimes.mp3 http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/112007HappyTimes.mp3 Tue, 20 Nov 2007 14:15:00 -0500 Who Monitors Your Rights in the Hospital?

Although most of your interactions in the hospital are with physicians, nurses, and other clinicians, the hospital's management team, led by the CEO, works to uphold your rights. If you ever feel your patient rights have been violated in a hospital, you shouldn't hesitate to bring this complaint to the attention of a hospital manager.

For a complimentary eBook from Dr. Russo please visit http://www.HappyTimesInHealthcare.com

]]> http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/112007HappyTimes.mp3 http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/112007HappyTimes.mp3 Tue, 20 Nov 2007 14:15:00 -0500 Your Rights as a Patient

While American healthcare is a right only for certain classes of individuals, once you become a patient, regardless of your ability to pay, you do have some guaranteed rights. And, yes, your rights come along with additional responsibilities as well.  

 For a complimentary eBook from Dr. Russo please visit http://www.HappyTimesInHealthcare.com

 

]]> http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/111407HappyTimes.mp3 http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/111407HappyTimes.mp3 Wed, 14 Nov 2007 10:50:00 -0500 Is Healthcare a Right or a Privilege?

We all inherently believe that healthcare is or should be a right. However in the US, the answer to the question, is healthcare a right or a privilege is not so straightforward.  

 For a complimentary eBook from Dr. Russo please visit http://www.HappyTimesInHealthcare.com

 

]]> http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/110707HappyTimes.mp3 http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/110707HappyTimes.mp3 Wed, 07 Nov 2007 13:50:00 -0500 FAQ's About the Release of Your Medical Record Information

Dr Russo answers some of the most frequently asked questions regarding dealing with the release of medical record information. Such who is authorized to sign for medical record? How much does it cost to get a copy of my medical record? How long does the doctor keep copies of my records? Can my medical record be released without my authorization?  

 For a complimentary eBook from Dr. Russo please visit http://www.HappyTimesInHealthcare.com

 

]]> http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/103107HappyTimes.mp3 http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com/podcast/103107HappyTimes.mp3 Wed, 31 Oct 2007 13:50:00 -0500