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Dr. Flynn encourages the community to be proactive. Knowing what is normal for your body, paying attention to changes, understanding your personal and family history, and having routine conversations with your doctor can help you make informed decisions about your care.  breastcare.mwhc.com

Originally aired on Town Talk. The Women’s Neurology Clinic at Mary Washington Neurology provides specialized neurological care with attention to conditions that can affect women throughout different stages of life. Dr. Bobbie Decker works with patients experiencing neurological conditions, including epilepsy. Epilepsy can affect people differently, making individualized evaluation and treatment an important part of care. The clinic offers patients an opportunity to discuss symptoms, treatment options and ongoing management with a neurology specialist. Neuro.mwhc.com for info. Learn more about the Women's Neurology Clinic at Mary Washington Healthcare Learn more about Dr. Decker

In this episode of insideMWHC, a NICU mom shares her powerful journey after giving birth to premature twins at 27 weeks and spending 55 days in the Level III Wilson NICU at Mary Washington Hospital. She reflects on fear, faith, and the deep trust she built with the care team who supported not only her babies, but her as a mother. This heartfelt conversation offers hope, honesty, and encouragement for families facing a NICU stay.

Stroke Program Manager Susan Halpin and Neurosurgeon Dr. John Muse outline major advancements in neurological care now available at Mary Washington Healthcare.  They discuss how expanded capabilities are improving outcomes for stroke patients, including updates on the thrombectomy program, which allows specialists to remove large clots quickly and dramatically reduce long-term disability. Halpin and Dr. Muse also highlight the health system’s new neurointerventional suite, designed to deliver faster, more precise treatment during stroke emergencies, along with the expanded neuroscience facilities that support advanced imaging, round-the-clock readiness, and coordinated care from diagnosis through recovery. They say these investments mean more patients can be treated locally—without the delays of transfer—bringing big-city stroke care directly to the Fredericksburg region. More information is available at stroke.mwhc.com.

Resources Mary mentions in the podcast: 988 – Mental Health Emergency number – can call or textRASCB emergency services – https://rappahannockareacsb.org/contact-us/Alan Wolfelt book: Understanding Your Grief by Dr. Alan Wolfelt - https://www.amazon.com/Understanding-Your-Grief-Essential-Touchstones/dp/1617223077/https://www.upworthy.com/fourth-grade-teacher-beautifully-explains-what-grief-is-to-her-students-using-a-vasehttps://www.mhafred.org/helpline/https://www.dougy.org/assets/uploads/What_to_say_instead.pdf

Dr. Whittaker also spotlights cutting-edge advancements in surgical techniques and technology that are transforming care and improving recovery times. For information visit breastcare.mwhc.com.

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Resources from Mary Beaven mentioned during the podcast. https://www.dovelewis.org/pet-owners/pet-loss-support https://www.dougy.org/news-media/podcasts/these-relationships-matter-grieving-the-death-of-a-pet https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/71-until-we-say-goodbye-caring-for-our-pet-during-their/id1551842408?i=1000565054856 Book: The Pet Loss Companion: Healing Advice from Family Therapists Who Lead Pet Loss Groups by Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Saxton-Lopez https://sweetgoodbyeforpets.com/blogs/pet-loss-support/pet-loss-podcasts-recommended-listening-if-youre-struggling-with-grief

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Parenting is demanding even in the best of times. When you’re carrying the weight of loss and heartache, those daily tasks—feeding breakfast, helping with homework, tucking in at night—can feel overwhelming. How do you hold space for your own grief while also showing up fully for your family? How do you find moments of connection, joy, and resilience amid sorrow? To help us navigate these questions, we’re joined by our very own Community Bereavement Liaison,  Mary Beaven. With years of experience supporting people through loss, Mary has seen the strength that grieving families possess—and the strategies that can make a real difference in their day-to-day lives.

Pawan Barot, DO, is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon with a special interest in joint repair and replacement. He recently visited Town Talk to discuss advances in orthopedic surgery, when you should go see a doctor, recent Mary Washington Hospital awards for outpatient joint replacement, recovery after surgery and myths.

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Motherhood is full of joy—but it can also bring unexpected emotional challenges. In this powerful first episode of our InsideMWHC maternal mental health series, three moms get real about postpartum struggles, breaking the silence around what too often goes unspoken. Tune in as they share their personal stories, confront the stigma, and offer honest advice and hope to anyone feeling overwhelmed. You are not alone—let’s start the conversation. Visit StrongAsaMother.mwhc.com for all resources.