Radio / The Specialists with Dr. Tom Miller

Dr. Tom Miller, Chief Medical Officer and Internal Medicine at University of Utah Hospital, talks about your health and answers your general medical questions. He'll also have specialists and other guests to discuss your more specific health concerns and the state of health care in the US.

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What is Gout and Am I At Risk?

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What is Gout and Am I At Risk?

What is Gout and Am I At Risk?

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You may have heard about gout in history class, but it is still around today. If anyone in your family has suffered from the condition, you may be at risk. Tom Miller,…
How to Relieve Allergy Symptoms

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How to Relieve Allergy Symptoms

How to Relieve Allergy Symptoms

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Itchy eyes. Runny nose. Difficulty breathing. Allergies can make you miserable. Dr. Tom Miller discusses everything you need to know about allergies. Learn how to…
Does Gargling Salt Water Help a Sore Throat?

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Does Gargling Salt Water Help a Sore Throat?

Does Gargling Salt Water Help a Sore Throat?

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One of the more common home remedies for a sore throat is gargling salt water. Is this actually true? Dr. Tom Miller discusses whether or not this folk remedy is useful…
Listener Question: What to do if I Can't Go…

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Listener Question: What to do if I Can't Go…

Listener Question: What to do if I Can't Go to Sleep?

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Getting a good night’s sleep is one of the most beneficial things you can do for your health. But sometimes it can feel impossible to fall asleep at night. Dr. Tom…
New Shingles Vaccine: Who's it For and What…

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New Shingles Vaccine: Who's it For and What…

New Shingles Vaccine: Who's it For and What it Does

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Shingles is the reactivation of chickenpox—a virus most people get during childhood—and older people are at a higher risk of getting the infection. Should…
What's Causing My Dizziness?

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What's Causing My Dizziness?

What's Causing My Dizziness?

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Dizziness is one of the most common complaints primary care physicians treat. There are many different types of dizziness, each with its causes and treatments. Dr. Tom…
Could You Have Fatty Liver Disease?

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Could You Have Fatty Liver Disease?

Could You Have Fatty Liver Disease?

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In recent years, fatty liver disease has become the most common chronic liver disease, affecting as many as 80 million Americans—many who don’t even know…
Why You Should Care About Your Cholesterol

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Why You Should Care About Your Cholesterol

Why You Should Care About Your Cholesterol

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Most of us know having high cholesterol is generally a bad thing. But what exactly is cholesterol? It’s not only a major signpost for your overall health, but it…
Listener Question: Is it Possible to Have…

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Listener Question: Is it Possible to Have…

Listener Question: Is it Possible to Have Different Symptoms From the Same Bug?

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This week’s listener question is about colds and flus and whether or not two people can have different symptoms with the same disease. You had a headache and…
Weak Bones Can Lead to Serious Back Problems

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Weak Bones Can Lead to Serious Back Problems

Weak Bones Can Lead to Serious Back Problems

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As we age, our bones become weaker, meaning we’re more likely to suffer breaks, sprains and fractures. For some people, a vertebral fracture in the spine, also…
Treating Shoulder Pain Without Surgery

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Treating Shoulder Pain Without Surgery

Treating Shoulder Pain Without Surgery

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Shoulders can be injured in many ways, including trauma, torn tendon, or simply overuse. Fortunately, an injured shoulder doesn't always require surgery. Tom…
Modern Casts for a Broken Bone

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Modern Casts for a Broken Bone

Modern Casts for a Broken Bone

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Broke a bone and need a cast? Well, forget those big, heavy casts that your friends could write on. Dr. Tom Miller speaks with Dr. Bruce Thomas, an orthopedic surgeon,…
Listener Question: Should I Worry if I Still Have…

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Listener Question: Should I Worry if I Still Have…

Listener Question: Should I Worry if I Still Have a Cough After a Cold?

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You got over a cold but still have a nagging cough. Is it something to worry about? Dr. Tom Miller answers this listener question and explains why viral infections can…
EMGs Aren’t as Painful as You’d Think

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EMGs Aren’t as Painful as You’d Think

EMGs Aren’t as Painful as You’d Think

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After suffering from a muscular injury such as carpal tunnel or a pinched nerve, your doctor might call for an electromyogram (EMG). The test uses needles and small…
Recovering From a Shoulder Surgery

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Recovering From a Shoulder Surgery

Recovering From a Shoulder Surgery

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For a major operation like shoulder surgery, it’s not just the operation but what you do after that can make a big difference in the outcome. So, what can you…
Treating Joint Pain from Osteoarthritis

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Treating Joint Pain from Osteoarthritis

Treating Joint Pain from Osteoarthritis

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Osteoarthritis—the wearing out of joints, like a hip or knee—can be a debilitating and painful condition affecting certain people. Fortunately, there are…

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