Vital Visions: The Vedala Brothers Podcast - Season 3
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1. Pulmonology
Originally published November 25, 2024
Vital Visions is BACK for Season 3, with special guest, Brian Whitson,
MD. November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month, so what better way to wrap
up the month than having Norman Regional's newest Pulmonologist join the
pod? The Vedalas ask Dr. Whitson about restrictive and obstructive diseases,
asthma and COPD treatment, smoking, life saving lung cancer screenings,
Norman Regional's revolutionary ION system and more. Dr. Whitson's pulmonary
expertise really shows in the Season 3 opener of Vital Visions!
Episode Links:
Brian Whitson, MD, FCCP
Norman Regional Pulmonary Clinic
BOOK: $125 Heart and Lung Scans at Norman Regional
BLOG - Norman Regional Ramps Up Lung Cancer Screenings for Lung Cancer
Awareness Month
BLOG - Raising Awareness for Lung Cancer and COPD in Oklahoma: Screenings,
Prevention and Key Stats
WATCH: Norman Regional Ion Robotic Bronchoscopy for Lung Cancer Screenings
2. The Cardiology Connection, Part 2
Originally published December 13, 2024
In Vital Visions' second cardiology episode, the Vedalas speak to Norman
Regional’s Archana Gautam, MD. As an interventional cardiologist,
Dr. Gautam’s years of experience and accomplishments are evident
in this episode. Dr. Gautam is a wealth of knowledge and talks to the
brothers about Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) in The Cardiology Connection, Part 2.
Episode Links:
Archana Gautam, MD
Heart Care at Norman Regional
Heart Plaza location page
Norman Heart & Vascular Associates, Heart Plaza
Blog - Patient Living With Less Worry, Medication After WATCHMAN Procedure
3. Robotic Surgery
Originally published June 26, 2025
Robotic Surgery may be a mystery to some, but for John Chace, MD, he knows
the robotic surgery ins and outs like the back of his hand. Board Certified
General Surgeon Dr. Chace of Norman Regional’s Oklahoma Surgical
Associates joins the Vedala Brothers and guest host Christa Bellack, MD
to talk about the intricacies of robotic surgery and how the tool has
advanced minimally invasive surgery. The four discuss the types of surgeries
that can be performed robotically, the de Vinci Surgical System, how robotic
surgery affects insurance reimbursements and the benefits of robotic surgery.
If you’ve ever wanted to know more about robotic surgery, this episode
is full of information to satisfy your interest!
Episode Links:
John B. Chace, MD
Oklahoma Surgical Associates
Robotic Surgery at Oklahoma Surgical Associates
BLOG - Five Reasons to Schedule your Surgery at the Start of the Year
BLOG - How Soon You Can Fly After Surgery
4. Orthopedic Surgery and Joint Replacement
Originally published July 11, 2025
The Vedalas sit down with Lauren Pratt, PA-C, MS, MHS of Norman Regional’s
Ortho Central to learn more about Orthopedic Surgery. The three get into
more conversation, covering topics like physician assistant school vs.
medical school, Lauren’s career path, commonly treated orthopedic
injuries, total joint replacement, and more. This episode speaks to both
students and patients, as they cover it all from being a physician assistant
to orthopedic care.
Episode Links:
Lauren Pratt, PA-C, MS, MHS
Ortho Central
Joint Replacement at Ortho Central
Ortho Central Sports Medicine
Ortho Central Blog
5. Spanning Generations in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Originally published July 29, 2025
In this insightful episode of Vital Visions, the Vedala Brothers sit down
with Norman Regional Care for Women OB/GYN Mady Ohs, MD for an honest,
informative, and wide-ranging conversation about women’s health
at every stage of life that encompasses care for everyone with a uterus.
From navigating the different forms of birth control and supporting expectant
mothers, to helping women navigate the physical and emotional changes
of menopause, Dr. Ohs shares expert knowledge, compassionate advice, and
real-world scenarios from her experience. Whether you're a parent, patient,
or just curious about the incredible journey of women’s health,
this episode offers vital perspectives and practical takeaways you won’t
want to miss!
Episode Links:
A. Mady Ohs, MD
Norman Regional Care for Women Norman
Blog - What You Need to Know About Cervical Cancer Risk: Tips from Norman
Regional OB/GYN
Blog - Can You Still Get Pregnant if You Have Endometriosis?
Blog - What Should You Expect After Having a Hysterectomy?
Blog - The Genetics of PCOS and What It Means for Your Health
