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We're diving into a soulful, truth-filled conversation with the radiant Claudia—an artist, mother, cycle-breaker, and one of the most intentional women I know. This episode is rich with wisdom, warmth, and the kind of real talk that stays with you long after you listen.Claudia's journey is one of deep transformation:Growing up in a home where love felt conditional Choosing to break generational cycles and raise her daughters with authenticity and presenceHow creative expression through painting mirrors her inner healingWhy being present, not perfect, is the greatest gift we can give our childrenWe also talk about the beauty of giving yourself permission to be a work in progress, to create for the joy of it, and to love yourself along the way. This episode is an invitation to get curious, stay open, and remember—you have always been enough.Claudia is an artist, writer, philanthropist, and inner-abundance coach for moms. Born in Peru, she began her career as a teenage actress in the hit telenovela Carmín, later becoming one of the youngest TV producers in her country. After moving to the U.S., she worked in media and entertainment while raising three children as a single mother.Her personal healing journey led her to life coaching in 2008, and since then, she's dedicated herself to empowering women and children to reconnect with their self-worth, purpose, and inner power. Claudia is the author of several books and journals—including Brighter Days, I Am: My Gratitude Journal, and I Don't Shrink to Fit—and recently launched a children's book series addressing topics like grief, divorce, and secrets.She's a passionate advocate for education and immigrant families. Her work has been recognized by the UNLV Boyd School of Law and the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation. Claudia is also the host of the award-winning podcast Don't Shrink to Fit. Connect on Instagramclaudia_noriega_bernstein

Rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and Crohn’s disease are autoimmune diseases that share a lot of commonalities. This episode covers when and how they were first recognized and described. Research: Aceves-Avila, Francisco Javier et al. “The Antiquity of Rheumatoid Arthritis: A Reappraisal.” The Journal of Rheumatology 2001; 28:4. Arnaud, Laurent et al. “The History of Lupus Throughout the Ages.” Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. Volume 87, Issue 6, December 2022. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0190962220307726 Barber, Megan R W et al. “Global epidemiology of systemic lupus erythematosus.” Nature reviews. Rheumatology vol. 17,9 (2021): 515-532. doi:10.1038/s41584-021-00668-1 Bornstein, Joseph E. and Randolph M. Steinhagen. “History of Crohn’s Disease.” From Crohn’s Disease: Basic Principles. Springer. 2015. Crohn & Colitis Foundation. “IBD before the Foundation.” https://www.crohnscolitisfoundation.org/about/our-beginning Entezami, Pouya et al. “Historical perspective on the etiology of rheumatoid arthritis.” Hand clinics vol. 27,1 (2011): 1-10. doi:10.1016/j.hcl.2010.09. Geller, Stephen A. and Fernando P F de Camposc. “Crohn disease.” Autopsy Case Rep [Internet]. 2015; 5(2):5-8. http://dx.doi.org/10.4322/acr.2015.001 Hyndman, I.J. (2017), Rheumatoid arthritis: past, present and future approaches to treating the disease. Int J Rheum Dis, 20: 417-419. https://doi.org/10.1111/1756-185X.12823 Kirsner, J B. “Historical origins of current IBD concepts.” World journal of gastroenterology vol. 7,2 (2001): 175-84. doi:10.3748/wjg.v7.i2.175 Laberge, Monique, and Philip E. Koth. "Rheumatoid Arthritis." The Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine, edited by Jacqueline L. Longe, 6th ed., vol. 7, Gale, 2020, pp. 4474-4480. Gale In Context: Science, link.gale.com/apps/doc/CX7986601640/GPS?u=mlin_n_melpub&sid=bookmark-GPS&xid=8b8ee977. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025. Laurent Arnaud - I6 The history of lupus throughout the ages: Lupus Science & Medicine 2020;7:. https://doi.org/10.1136/lupus-2020-eurolupus.6 org. “The History of Lupus.” https://www.lupus.org/resources/the-history-of-lupus Mandal, Dr. Ananya. “Rheumatoid Arthritis History.” News Medical. 7/7/2023. https://www.news-medical.net/health/Rheumatoid-Arthritis-History.aspx Medical News Today. “The History of Rheumatoid Arthritis.” 5/2/2023. https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/rheumatoid-arthritis-history Michniacki, Thomas. “Crohn’s Disease: An Evolutionary History.” University of Michigan Library. 2006-05 http://hdl.handle.net/2027.42/96969 Potter, Brian. “The History of the Disease Called Lupus.” Journal of the History of Medicine and Allied Sciences , JANUARY 1993, Vol. 48, No. 1 (JANUARY 1993). Via JSTOR. http://www.jstor.com/stable/24622869 Sathiavageesan, Subrahmanian, and Suganya Rathnam. “The LE Cell-A Forgotten Entity.” Indian journal of nephrology vol. 31,1 (2021): 71-72. doi:10.4103/ijn.IJN_249_19 Scofield, R Hal, and James Oates. “The place of William Osler in the description of systemic lupus erythematosus.” The American journal of the medical sciences vol. 338,5 (2009): 409-12. doi:10.1097/MAJ.0b013e3181acbd71 "Systemic Lupus Erythematosus." National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases Pamphlets, National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, 2001, p. 1. Gale Academic OneFile, link.gale.com/apps/doc/A79512544/GPS?u=mlin_n_melpub&sid=bookmark-GPS&xid=534bac78. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025. Thomas, Donald E. et al. “The first use of “lupus” as a disease.” Lupus. 2025, Vol. 34(1) 3–9. Tish Davidson, and Rebecca J. Frey. "Crohn's Disease." The Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine, edited by Jacqueline L. Longe, 6th ed., vol. 2, Gale, 2020, pp. 1423-1427. Gale In Context: Science, link.gale.com/apps/doc/CX7986600509/GPS?u=mlin_n_melpub&sid=bookmark-GPS&xid=2687d598. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025. Van Hootegem, Phillippe. “Is Crohn’s A Rightly Used Eponym?” J Crohns Colitis. 2020 Jul 9;14(6):867-871. doi: 10.1093/ecco-jcc/jjz183. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gastroenterologist Shamita B. Shah discusses her article, "How doctors can help IBD patients manage symptoms between visits." Addressing the rising prevalence of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) in the U.S., Shamita highlights the challenges patients face managing unpredictable symptoms like pain and diarrhea, even while on therapy, often leading to undertreatment and complications. She outlines three key ways physicians can empower patients for better self-management between appointments: First, engaging patients to track symptoms using tools like wearable devices or digital platforms incorporating patient-reported outcomes (PROs), citing studies showing these methods can predict flares and significantly reduce emergency room visits (by 48 percent) and hospitalizations (by 78 percent). Second, educating patients on the diet-disease connection, recommending approaches like the Mediterranean diet and the use of food diaries (potentially via apps) to identify individual triggers. Third, providing patients with a comprehensive health maintenance checklist, such as the one from the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation, to ensure accountability for crucial screenings (cancer, mental health) and vaccinations, especially important for those on immunosuppressive therapies. Actionable takeaways focus on physicians proactively equipping patients with these tracking tools, dietary guidance, and checklists to foster better disease control and quality of life. Our presenting sponsor is Microsoft Dragon Copilot. Microsoft Dragon Copilot, your AI assistant for clinical workflow, is transforming how clinicians work. Now you can streamline and customize documentation, surface information right at the point of care, and automate tasks with just a click. Part of Microsoft Cloud for Healthcare, Dragon Copilot offers an extensible AI workspace and a single, integrated platform to help unlock new levels of efficiency. Plus, it's backed by a proven track record and decades of clinical expertise—and it's built on a foundation of trust. It's time to ease your administrative burdens and stay focused on what matters most with Dragon Copilot, your AI assistant for clinical workflow. VISIT SPONSOR → https://aka.ms/kevinmd SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST → https://www.kevinmd.com/podcast RECOMMENDED BY KEVINMD → https://www.kevinmd.com/recommended

Avec Émile Demers, pharmacien en gastro-entérologie, Geneviève Lahaie-Reilly et Omar El Bissany, nutritionnistes en gastro-entérologie pédiatrique, nous allons:rappeler les bases sur les maladies inflammatoires de l'intestin (MII), soit la maladie de Crohn et la colite ulcéreuse;expliquer les aspects nutritionnels à considérer dans les MII et aborder certains mythes et réalités sur la nutrition;résumer les principaux médicaments couramment utilisés en maladie de Crohn et en colite ulcéreuse.Références:Gordon H. et al. ECCO Guidelines on Therapeutics in Crohn's Disease: Medical Treatment, Journal of Crohn's and Colitis, Volume 18, Issue 10, October 2024.Mack et al. Canadian Association of Gastroenterology Clinical Practice Guideline for the Medical Management of Pediatric Luminal Crohn's Disease. Journal of the Canadian Association of Gastroenterology, 2019 M. Ruemmele, G. Veres, K.L. Kolho, A. Griffiths, et al. Consensus guidelines of ECCO/ESPGHAN on the medical management of pediatric Crohn's disease, Journal of Crohn's and Colitis, Volume 8, Issue 10, October 2014Canisius Fantodji, Marie-Claude Rousseau, Belinda Nicolau, Sreenath Madathil, Andrea Benedetti, Prévost Jantchou. (2024). « Early life exposures and risk of inflammatory bowel disease: A nested case-control study in Quebec, Canada », Digestive and Liver Disease. Crohn's and Colitis Foundation. Standardized Assessment Tools for Pediatric IBD patients. Pediatric Crohn's Disease Activity Index (PCDAI) et Pediatric Ulcerative Colitis Activity Index (PUCAI). Novembre 2017 Critch J, et al. NASPGHAN IBD Committee. Use of enteral nutrition for the control of intestinal inflammation in pediatric Crohn disease. J Pediatr Gastroenterol Nutr. 2012 Feb;54(2):298-305. Dépliant HSJ: Immunisation et maladie inflammatoire de l'intestin Captation et montage: Philippe Lacroix, spécialiste en audiovisuelIdée originale, réalisation et animation: Émilie Roy-St-PierreConseillères en communication: Katrine Louis-Seize et Pascale ChatagnierLogo: Équipe des communications et du graphisme du CHU Sainte-JustineMusique: Samuel Ross  Collègues, ami(e)s et famille, merci pour votre précieux soutien. © mgparkilo 2025Merci pour l'écoute! Allez mettre une réaction sur vos épisodes préférés, partagez la bonne nouvelle sur Facebook/Instagram et abonnez-vous pour ne rien manquer

04/27/25The Healthy Matters PodcastS04_E14 - Gut Check: Understanding Crohn's DiseaseWith Special Guest:  Dr. Jason Eckmann, MDWe've all had a stomach bug at some point in our lives, and it's probably safe to say that every one of us would rather skip the next one.  But for millions worldwide with a Crohn's Disease diagnosis (AKA Crohn Disease), that stomach issue is much like the condition they live with every day of their lives.  Crohn's is a chronic condition, and whether you're newly diagnosed, supporting someone who is, or just curious about what this condition is all about, in this episode, we'll break it down in a helpful way that's easy to understand.A diagnosis of this condition can be scary, and it's certainly one that comes with its own set of physical and emotional challenges.  Thankfully, on this show we'll be joined by Dr. Jason Eckmann, MD, a Gastroenterologist at Hennepin Healthcare, and someone who's helped countless patients navigate this condition and continue on with their lives.  From symptoms, to diagnosis, to treatments and what the future might hold for those with Crohn's, there's a lot to talk about - and we've got just the expert to walk us through it.  We hope you'll join us.Here's a link to the Chron's & Colitis Foundation mentioned in the show.We're open to your comments or ideas for future shows!Email - healthymatters@hcmed.orgCall - 612-873-TALK (8255)Get a preview of upcoming shows on social media and find out more about our show at www.healthymatters.org.

The Mark Moses Show is joined by Youth Honored Hero Logan Xavier & his mother Jennifer to talk about how Logan will be giving a speech tomorrow at the 2025 Central Florida Take Steps event in Kissimmee. Logan & Jennifer breakdown Logan's journey living with Crohn's Disease, his love for sports and what cool basketball shoes Logan will be wearing tomorrow to the event.  For more information and how you can donate to the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation, click on the link below... Donate Here Mark broadcasts from the The Law Offices of Anidjar & Levine Studios. #spacecoast #melbourneflorida #florida #brevardcounty #orlando #crohns 

Send us a textIn this episode of the Gut Feelings podcast, Ashley and Danielle talk with Dr. Bincy Abraham, an expert in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Dr Abraham shares her experience and insight into the complexities of managing IBD. Bincy P. Abraham is the Distinguished Professor and Director of the Fondren Inflammatory Bowel Disease Program at the Underwood Digestive Diseases Center of Houston Methodist Hospital. She is also the Program Director for the Gastroenterology Fellowship at Houston Methodist Hospital. She earned her medical degree from University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, TX, where she continued with residency training in internal medicine and fellowship in gastroenterology. During fellowship, she received specialized training in inflammatory bowel disease and earned her degree in Masters of Clinical Investigation. She also completed a National Visiting Fellow Inflammatory Bowel Disease Rotation program through the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation in Cedars Sinai Hospital in Los Angeles. She has chaired the Southern Regional chapter of the CCFA Medical Advisory Committee, served as president of the Texas Gulf Coast Gastroenterology Society, is involved in national committees for and is a Fellow of the American College of Gastroenterology, American Gastroenterology Association, American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, and Crohn's and Colitis Foundation. She is trained in and passionate about intestinal ultrasound in IBD patient care. Dr. Abraham discusses the importance of nutrition and emphasizes the need for patient empowerment. She also addresses common patient concerns regarding treatments and nutritional deficiencies. A big takeaway for us is: We don't have to suffer as IBD patients. There are options now that weren't available even 10 years ago that can significantly improve patient's quality of life and decrease the risk of complications with IBD. We discuss:how nutrition plays a crucial role in managing IBDhow dietary restrictions can be challenging and can lead to nutritional deficienciessome treatment options available now, including combining therapies that can improve outcomeshow active inflammation poses significant health riskspatient empowerment is essential in IBD managementwhat Dr Abraham tells patients that may be hesitant to try IBD medicationregular nutritional assessments are vital for IBD patientsmental health is an important aspect of IBD careWant to work with The Crohn's and Colitis Dietitians but have questions?Book a call - HEREMusic from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/the-lakes/bluebirdLicense code: FTTITUEPIFFollow us on instagram @crohns_and_colitis_dietitiansFollow us on youtube @thecrohnscolitisdietitiansWe love helping provide quality content on IBD nutrition and making it more accessible to all through our podcast, instagram and youtube channel. Creating the resources we provide comes at a significant cost to us. We dream of a day where we can provide even more free education, guidance and support to those with IBD like us. We need your support to do this. You can help us by liking episodes, sharing them on your social media, subscribing to you tube and telling others about us (your doctors, friends, family, forums/reddit etc). Can you do this for us? In return, I promise to continually level up what we do here.

Podcast 273 - Local Event Raising $800k - Mark Schwartz - Crohn's & Colitis Foundation Torch Gala The Crohn's & Colitis Foundation's 34th annual Torch Gala, hosted by Dunwoody's Mark Schwartz, aims to raise $800K for groundbreaking research. With Mark and his daughter personally affected, this event is more than just a fundraiser. Join him on February 8th at the Intercontinental Hotel in Buckhead in supporting a cause that touches many lives. https://torchgala.org/

Justin Bantuelle (COO) and Michael Roberts (CMO) of Health Connective discuss the company's role in supporting medtech firms by developing custom web applications for surgical planning, post-operative reviews, and other solutions. Justin and Michael share their personal journeys into medtech, highlighting the rewarding experience of contributing to life-saving technologies. The conversation touches on common challenges in medtech like security and user experience, emphasizing the importance of empathy, active listening, and adaptability in solving complex problems.    Guest links: https://www.healthconnectivetech.com/ Charity supported: Save the Children Interested in being a guest on the show or have feedback to share? Email us at theleadingdifference@velentium.com.  PRODUCTION CREDITS Host: Lindsey Dinneen Editing: Marketing Wise Producer: Velentium   EPISODE TRANSCRIPT Episode 047 - Justin Bantuelle & Michael Roberts [00:00:00] Lindsey Dinneen: Hi, I'm Lindsey and I'm talking with MedTech industry leaders on how they change lives for a better world. [00:00:09] Diane Bouis: The inventions and technologies are fascinating and so are the people who work with them. [00:00:15] Frank Jaskulke: There was a period of time where I realized, fundamentally, my job was to go hang out with really smart people that are saving lives and then do work that would help them save more lives. [00:00:28] Diane Bouis: I got into the business to save lives and it is incredibly motivating to work with people who are in that same business, saving or improving lives. [00:00:38] Duane Mancini: What better industry than where I get to wake up every day and just save people's lives. [00:00:42] Lindsey Dinneen: These are extraordinary people doing extraordinary work, and this is The Leading Difference.  Welcome back to another episode of The Leading Difference podcast. I'm your host, Lindsey, and I'm so excited to introduce you to my guests today. Justin Bantuelle and Michael Roberts. Justin is the Chief Operations Officer and Michael is the Chief Marketing Officer for Health Connective. Both have been working with the company for more than 10 years. Health Connective supports web application development for medtech companies, including online interfaces for pre surgical planning and post operative review, streamlined systems for customer orders, and training portals. They understand that every company's needs are unique, and your solution should be too. Well, welcome, Justin and Michael. I am so excited to have you guys today. Thanks for joining me. [00:01:35] Justin Bantuelle: Yeah. Thank you for having us. [00:01:36] Michael Roberts: Very excited to be here. Thank you. [00:01:38] Lindsey Dinneen: Awesome. Awesome. Well, I would love if you wouldn't mind starting off by just sharing a little bit about your background, maybe what led you to medtech and your heart for it. So I'll start with you, Justin. [00:01:51] Justin Bantuelle: Sure. It was, I kind of fell into it, I guess, initially, which I think on the tech side, probably a lot of people end up doing that. I had a computer science background. I got my bachelor's degree and I started at the company we're at now, Health Connective, out of college. And I've been there for 16, 17 years or something, but we were healthcare focused. And so they needed web development skills. I was a programmer, and that's how I started, but I've learned a tremendous amount since then. So I think coming from that technical angle, this is like where I fell into it. And I've moved up to the company. I manage a lot of people. I manage a lot of client interactions, help build systems that support medical devices, robots, things like that. So I've gathered a tremendous amount of information about this field as a result of that. And I've stuck with it cause it has been very rewarding. It's something that matters so much to so many people. You see the real Impact that it makes when you help get these products to market. And you see all the research studies that show how much this is transforming these different fields of care. And then just, I think we all have personal experiences with these healthcare systems and the challenges people face, the uncertainties about it. Just talking to like my parents or to friends who know less about the sector and just that I have any kind of insight into it helps assuage fears. And yeah, it just, it matters. And that's very rewarding. [00:03:18] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah, absolutely. Thank you. [00:03:20] Michael Roberts: Yeah. I did not set out necessarily to be in medtech as well. Like Justin, long story short, when I got into marketing, I was working more in the hospitality industry, hotels, restaurants, all that kind of stuff. Decided I didn't want to do that anymore and thought, "Where can I get as far away from the hospitality industry as possible?" And so, the funny thing there was some non compete things that I had to deal with from my previous employer. And so I was literally looking for a place that had no overlap with the previous company that I'd worked with as a marketer. And so I found the company, found Health Connective, and jumped into it and try to bring in the same skill sets. I'll just do some of the SEO and I'll do some digital advertising and some of that kind of stuff. And some of that worked and some of it was just so drastically different, right? Like this is such a different experience for people. So my first thing that I worked on here at the company was working with orthopedic physicians, helping them out with their marketing. And it was very similar in small business marketing in a lot of ways, but again, drastically different in so many ways. And then one of the first things that I ended up working on within the first few years was working with Olympus on a campaign that they were doing about raising awareness around gastroenterology around going to get your colon checked and all of that fun kind of stuff.  I have a family member that has a Crohn's disease. And so this was something that very quickly became like, "Oh, this is a part of what we're all experiencing." I was able to go and ask people questions at Olympus. We went to Digestive Disease Week, which I had no idea was a thing, went there and I got to meet with the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation, just purely as a dad. Being there and just going like, "Can you just tell me how to help my daughter, how to help understand it?" So that was kind of the thing that really clicked, "This is where I need to be. This is what I need to be doing." Because so many of us are experiencing something like this somewhere in our family, whether it's us as patients, family members, whomever. So that was kind of the big click moment for me. [00:05:20] Lindsey Dinneen: Awesome. Wow. Yeah, that's powerful. Thank you for sharing that. So could you tell us a little bit about the company and maybe also a little bit about your goals as it continues to grow.? [00:05:33] Michael Roberts: Yeah, so, you know, we, as a company, we're out there to help MedTech companies with a couple of different kinds of things. So we end up helping the product and sort of R&D side of things. And that may be with robotic devices, if there's different types of data coming off of the device that they want to be able to show back to the different physicians, the different people that are involved with the procedure, that's the type of work that we do. And I'm super glossing that over and saying that very quickly, but there's a lot of different people that we share this information with that comes off the robot, everybody from physicians to engineers, to field service teams, all those different kinds of folks. And the goal there is just, "Hey, you're obtaining an immense amount of data out of every single procedure. What can you do with that data? How can we help you better utilize that information and improve outcomes and do all those kinds of things?" so that kind of product development and like I said, R&D side of things that's kind of where we fit. And then on the marketing side I, I kind of refer to it as like the, "Wouldn't it be cool if?" kind of group. It's like, "Wouldn't it be cool if this process that we had didn't suck? That would be awesome. How could we get somebody to help us with that?" So anything from ordering online kinds of processes where, because it's not as simple as just setting up an e commerce solution and just letting it run, you have to have different pricing for every sector and you have to have different contracts with everybody and all of those kinds of things. We can marry a lot of that messy data and make it a seamless experience for people so it doesn't suck. And so that's what we're hoping for. And then also like, "Wouldn't it be cool if these things could be that much better?" So a lot of efficiencies, a lot of things where again, these systems don't natively talk to one another. How can I get my CRM and all of these other unique data sources that I have to actually cooperate with one another. So, that's the kind of stuff that we set out to do. Again, I'm saying it super simply as opposed to how Justin would be able to define it. But, but those are the things that we're setting out to do for people is improve that customer experience and then get better data coming back from their procedures, that sort of thing. [00:07:41] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. Well, I would love to dive a little bit more into what does it look like when somebody starts working with you? How do you go from, you know, taking them through lead all the way to your day to day? What does that look like? [00:07:57] Michael Roberts: Yeah, I'll start the conversation. And then Justin, 'cause Justin takes over at a certain point and I just go, "Hey, let me know if you need anything." But a lot of it is, these kinds of things are very trust driven, right? So we have a lot of messaging out there. We have a podcast, we have advertising that we're doing, we're going to be at a few different trade shows through the rest of 2024, figuring out which ones to be at for next year, but a lot of it does come down to relationships. So somebody has introduced us. We've started having those kinds of conversations because any of these kinds of things that you're talking about there, there's kind of big, messy problems that aren't easy to fix. They aren't something that you just sign off on quickly that's a 5, 000 a month subscription and off you go. It's a bigger, more thought out process. So a lot of it is that sort of process of, "Hey, let's get to know one another. And then really digging into what problem are you trying to solve?" Everything that we do is a custom solution. So it's not, you don't have to use XYZ systems in order for us to work with you. We can be very flexible on that, but then, so we really get into that kind of problem definition stage, and then Justin, I'll let you kind of take it from there once we get into the problem itself. [00:09:05] Justin Bantuelle: Sure. Yeah. I mean, the initial touch point with it is really just listening and reassuring that, "I've heard your problem before something similar to it. Okay, you have these different technologies. These are the things that are unique about what you're trying to do in this space. And here's how I can craft a solution for you." So it's a lot of listening, helping them along the process of requirements gathering, usually this part of it, this front end data visualization after the fact for a lot of medical device, I find that's not their core competency. Their core competency is the device itself. They've built the device. The device works very well. It achieves something and it solves a problem in the medical space, but then there's all this stuff you have to do after the fact. And so it's like, "Great, this work, the procedure is amazing. And now there's all these things that we need to take action with," and that's where we kind of step in and provide that end of it. And we augment their teams that they already have. They have several very technical people. They've got brilliant engineers, they probably got brilliant developers involved in a lot of the software written around the device itself. And that's where we understand what their needs are, solutions are, their implementations where there's gaps. And then we help shape that for them and make sure it matches what they need. Yeah, like Michael said, never any one size fits all. It's always very customized. And that's where we shine is helping just lead them through that. They don't need to micromanage it. They're not just hiring a handful of developers and needing to tell them what to do. It's like, we take it kind of from, "You articulated the problem. We'll fully craft and implement a solution for you and then work alongside you for assessing how that works, how much it's solving your problems, what emergent needs are there, what maybe needs iteration." So we also view this as long term engagements typically, and we find that's what works well for our customers as well. Usually you're not just building something and then just abandoning it. Hopefully this goes for years and years as a successful product that you continue to iterate on, improve in the field, and then you necessarily need these other systems to work alongside it. So, I find that a lot of people have a bit of a fear that. We'll build something for you and then kick it over the wall, and then now your team has to manage it. Good luck. And I don't like operating that way. I enjoy continuing to see the success of something I build. I like standing by what we have built. And so that's kind of our outlook on it, I guess, and how we try to assist people a little bit on the side, I guess, maybe, but hopefully that made sense. [00:11:37] Lindsey Dinneen: Yes. No, that's incredible. Thank you so much. So, you know, I know you said that one of the strengths that your company brings is having this flexibility, being able to, like you said, be very customized with your approach to different companies and really help them because no problem is exactly the same. But I am curious, have you come across some themes that are a little bit common, especially in the medtech industry, that perhaps folks who are in the process of developing something could be aware of. What are some of the things that you commonly see that your company could help or they should be thinking through. [00:12:15] Justin Bantuelle: I think that security is a big one that tends to get overlooked until the project is finished. And then you're going through some final regulatory steps and the security team comes in and assesses it and goes, "You didn't think about any of this." And now you're re architecting like half of what you built. I think that's probably the biggest pain point I see. There's like a major gap in looking at that. And it's important everywhere, but a lot of fields aren't as highly regulated, so they get away with not sweating it as much until it bites them. Whereas you can't really do that here. You're not launching if you didn't put these considerations in place. And that's something that I think it's more unique to a handful of sectors where, and medtech is one of them, where you're really hurting yourself if that's not at the forefront of your mind. And so somebody who's not used to those considerations is probably not going to build you the right thing up front. And you're maybe not knowing how to articulate for this part of what's being built as a client that "No, you really need to think about this. We're going to be doing this as part of the process afterwards." Usually it's a completely separate team and it's all part of the documentation, filing it, getting it all in right at the end. And that's a terrible time to find out that you should've thought about something. So that's the biggest one that comes to mind up front. [00:13:37] Michael Roberts: Yeah, I can jump in as well. I think one of the big things that we don't see a lot of medtech companies do that, that we ended up helping, right? If they had this right, they probably wouldn't need our help as much with it. But one of the things is that I think that, because this is such a complicated industry, everybody kind of gets used to sort of a cruddy experience. You know, it's like, "Well, man, this system is really slow, but you know, it's okay. It's just an internal tool." Or, you know, "Just the physicians are using this one so it's not as bad. We can make it too complex, too messy to whatever." And everybody just seems to say like, "Ah, well, that's good enough." And I think that, one of the things I've been surprised by that people aren't considering more, is just how much we are all acclimating to an Amazon experience, to all of these kinds of things where we just expect it to work. And then as more and more of these AI systems catch on and we get used to being able to just talk to the systems and they just do what we want them to do, I think that that frustration is going to get more and more apparent even on systems that have nothing to do with AI, even if they never touch it. We're just getting used to faster and faster systems that intuitively work. And there are so, so many in medtech that don't across the board. And it's not just the stuff that we work with, but I think that there's a lot of pain points in that area. [00:15:00] Justin Bantuelle: That's a really good point as well. Yeah. Yeah. I think most people are familiar at this point with Amazon being able to measure exactly how much money they lose per a 10th of a second longer the page loads, right. And you're right, Michael, that this platform isn't the, like what we're building, these visualizations, these like post procedural dashboards, things like that. Those aren't the product. Those are supplementing it. Those are where you're getting augmented value after the product has done a very good job performing a procedure. And, so yeah, it's much more-- pretty much every system that physicians use in hospitals, like when you're on a computer in there, if you're a physician, if you're working the desk, whatever you're doing in there, those systems are often ancient, very slow, bad interfaces. And so I think Michael's right that a lot of companies sort of overlook that because they sort of assume this is the norm in this space. It's like, "No, we can do a lot better than that." And that's sort of baseline for us. And that's easy for me to forget that a lot of people are trying to cut corners on that front or not prioritizing that aspect of it. And you do see fall off in usage as a result of it. And yeah it's not something to be neglected. [00:16:19] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. So just in general user experience and being able to help companies navigate that. And you know, actually, that goes back to what you were saying earlier, Michael, the idea of "wouldn't it be cool if," you know, so "wouldn't it be cool if this worked really well"... [00:16:37] Michael Roberts: Right. [00:16:38] Justin Bantuelle: Right. [00:16:38] Lindsey Dinneen: ...instead of settling for, like you said, a cruddy experience. Maybe there's something else we could do. And I love that sort of "what if" idea, because it just opens you up to all these possibilities. [00:16:50] Michael Roberts: Absolutely. [00:16:50] Justin Bantuelle: There's some things that are sort of corollaries to that, where a lot of groups don't consider. A lot of developers, I find as part of the user experience, so much of that is there's accessibility considerations and how severe a look it is if you're borderline non compliant with ADA, when you're in the medical field, like that's embarrassing, right? And potentially outright illegal. [00:17:16] Lindsey Dinneen: Right. [00:17:17] Justin Bantuelle: And these things often also can get overlooked if you don't have somebody who's used to doing this in the space with the interfaces that they're building. [00:17:25] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. That makes a lot of sense. Yeah. So I'm curious as you've worked with all these different companies and you've had very cool experiences, are there any moments that stand out to you as really confirming to you? Yes, I'm in the right place in the right industry at the right time. [00:17:45] Michael Roberts: This is a big question. You know, it's interesting. We've been involved in a variety of different types of projects. And as we've talked about stuff going into COVID, you know, when we were prepping for that there was work that we were doing with physicians directly, the stuff that I was, that I started off doing at the company, we still do work with physicians directly. And then we do work with some of the companies that were involved at various stages of vaccine creation process and all that kind of stuff. And so as we were sitting home during COVID and everything's going down and everything's happening all around the world, it's like, "Well, hey, we're at least helping some of these groups navigate this process." We're at least helping out some of these institutions continue running, or helping them get their messaging out or helping them in one way or another. We actually had a podcast previous to the one that we have now, and it was called The Paradigm Shift of Healthcare. And we named it that before COVID hit. We had no idea that was coming. It was just like, hey, consumers are more of a part of the healthcare process. People are making decisions more on their own and then everything changed about healthcare. And so, definitely made for some interesting conversations about, "Yeah, we had no idea that this is what was coming." But I do think that going through that process, seeing the provider side of it, what they were dealing with, we dealt with a lot of orthopedic surgeons who had to close their practice during the worst of it, right, when everybody had no clue what was happening. So there was that process. It was a lot of getting communication out on their websites, getting information out that way as they were trying to figure out any kind of remote appointments that they might be able to do. Figuring out that for short term, helping them just get some of that information on their sites and everything. And then, yeah, like with working with the companies as they were going through all this mess and trying to figure out how to allocate resources and all that. So that was probably one of the big times I think of like, "Okay, again, we're in the right space, beyond just this is how it's impacting my family, but it's impacting all of our families right now." [00:19:43] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. Thank you for sharing. Yeah. How about you, Justin? [00:19:47] Justin Bantuelle: Yeah, I think I touched on this a little bit in the intro, but something that really stands out to me is working on supporting this robot. I didn't work on the robot itself, but obviously we're working on these systems that are ancillary and critical to the overall business operation of it. And it wasn't at market yet when we were coming in and assisting, and so seeing that process where it went through to market and seeing all of the studies that are continually coming out as they're performing this to submit to the FDA, and the actual tangible data showing the massive improvement in patient outcome and realizing that like, "Yeah, we're working on things that really are transformative for care." I had no idea how bad the space was in terms of outcomes before this robot was coming in and how much it was going to make things better for patients. Seeing the actual, tangible impact that it was going to have and that it has have since coming to market was really remarkable and something that it was like really proud to be involved in some capacity. And it just made me that much more excited about continuing to support these groups as they're doing this. [00:20:55] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. [00:20:56] Justin Bantuelle: It matters. And seeing the numbers on it really drive it home for me. [00:21:00] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. Yeah, absolutely. Both of you have said at various points, things like "it matters," like "matters" has been like a big theme so far. And I think there is so much to that. But I am curious to dial a little bit more into it because, obviously, work in general matters. There's ways that you can make an impact in any field, but what drives you when it's a particularly difficult problem, or frankly, or a difficult client where it's a little bit challenging to maybe see eye to eye. So what continues to motivate and drive you to this work that you know matters so much? [00:21:41] Justin Bantuelle: I think, for me, it's wild to see that some of this is actually life and death. I never worked on something where like, and even some of what I'd done within medical device was just quality of life, which matters a lot too. But then some of this is about like diagnostics where a delayed outcome, a delayed assessment of the diagnostic and a misdiagnosis due to challenges with diagnostics, these things could be the difference if somebody survives or not, or like how quickly it gets them into treatment. So that's a weightiness that I never dealt with before prior to this. And so that was different than any jobs I had before where, I mean, I cared about things in like retail, but it's still, hopefully nobody's dying as a result of anything if they don't get the right thing. So there was a weightiness to that, that I guess carries a commensurate responsibility on the same side, is there anything to talk about what keeps me going with it. For me, I don't find myself necessarily pushing through. I don't find client engagement to be that challenging. I find that everybody does care, but miscommunication can happen, but I try not to center myself in any of that. And I find that giving others the benefit of the doubt as well on that usually leads to a pretty comfortable resolution. I'm there to help solve their problem. I'm not there to win an argument or be right on the direction we take, and I've definitely recommended pathways before from a technical standpoint and they just disagree or overrule and I don't think that's necessarily the best pathway, but I defer to their judgment on what they want in this field. And we're still working towards an end goal. If I ever feel like what we're doing is not helpful, then I don't want to take their money and build something that's they're going to be unhappy with. So, yeah, that, that part of it, I don't really necessarily personally experienced or feel that much, but it does help me just for from a personal motivation standpoint to see the outcomes on this. I don't think you always necessarily get to see that information. Some of our prior retail jobs, I don't know how happy somebody is with something once they go home with it, like unless they're coming in to return it, right? But here, it's not so much about the customer satisfaction the same way. There's very measurable. Improvements to treatment, diagnostic outcome. These things are very measurable, so you can see the results of it. And it's nice to see that you're achieving something with this, that you can [00:24:16] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. [00:24:17] Justin Bantuelle: estimate and keep with you as opposed to just hoping that it it's impacting somebody positively. [00:24:22] Lindsey Dinneen: Oh, yeah. Excellent. Do you have anything to add to that, Michael? [00:24:26] Michael Roberts: Yeah, I'll just quickly touch on-- so I actually came from a ministry background, from a faith background. And so part of, I guess my heritage in that field is this idea of service and this idea of trying to better people's lives in some way. And the concept of, when I started working with the physicians directly and still kind of applies with medtech companies same way is like, in my mind, I frame it as helping the people who help people. You know, really helping equip them so that they don't have to worry about that. They can go do their job. They can focus on the serving that they're doing. I don't enjoy being the frontline person. So, when I was working for churches and stuff like that, I did some stuff where, you know, I did a mission trip and we built a house in Mexico and you see that like, "Man, this makes such an impact." But it's exhausting and it's hot and it's really tough to do. And, "Wow, what if I could help equip people that are going to be in those kinds of areas?" I could never work in a hospital. I could never be that person. I don't have that mental fortitude. I don't have that emotional fortitude to do that every day. But if we can help make that process easier, I can deal with a lot of stuff in the meantime to help that part, you know, and let them do their job well. So that's the framework that I kind of bring to it. [00:25:45] Lindsey Dinneen: Oh, I love that. Yeah. Thank you both. Well, pivoting the conversation just for fun, imagine that you were to be offered a million dollars to teach a masterclass on anything you want-- could be in your industry, doesn't have to be. What would you choose to teach and why? [00:26:03] Justin Bantuelle: Yeah, okay. It's kind of similar to what or it's related to what we just talked about those frustrations of the customer. I'd really want probably to teach something along the lines of empathy and listening, like active listening. I feel like so many of the problems that I see in the workspaces and personal exchanges boils down to a form of miscommunication and boils down largely to making bad assumptions about what the other person is thinking or feeling. And I find that you can alleviate a lot of that. And I think it's just being able to really put yourself in their shoes, understand their motivations, understand what their pain points are, what they're trying to achieve. I've seen people butt heads just so many times and often felt it was unnecessary. They're not, neither of them's wrong about anything, but I think they kind of lose sight of the common goal that they share. And I've often helped my own employees who maybe feel like they're getting antagonized and help them reframe like what's going on and why it's not about them. It's not a personal attack kind of thing. I've seen Issues with clients where two different departments are having an issue. And I have less control over helping ameliorate that, but maybe sometimes helping to talk through it and just bring an outside perspective on it. Just with friends, family that struggle, often I find that advice to try to take a step back and reframe what's going on and think about that. I think there's a lot of techniques that, and it makes your life better, right? You're not getting the outcome you want if you're in conflict with somebody else and that's something that I think is one of the most unnecessary friction points often in a work environment or in a personal environment that I really try to put at the forefront of my mind when I see something kind of going wrong or when I'm experiencing something where I feel like I'm not getting my point across or somebody is not really understanding. And there's probably something going on their side where I'm not communicating well myself and taking that step back and understanding what's happening. Just, I feel it makes a big difference in the outcomes for everybody. [00:28:25] Lindsey Dinneen: I, and I really appreciate that perspective. It goes back to something you said earlier too. It's kind of, you know, you're on your client's team. It is you all against the problem. It's not you against each other. And it should never be. So trying to always remember that, or even in a work situation where it's maybe colleague to colleague, again, you're on the same team. So how do we go us against the problem rather than us against each other? So I really appreciate that perspective. [00:28:54] Justin Bantuelle: Yeah, I think, yeah, I find that it's not that frequent that somebody's actually acting in bad faith. It's not that it doesn't happen, but I think it happens a lot less than we may be assumed. I do think that how much of our communications now are via text instead of verbally where you can hear tone a little bit more, I think it becomes a little easier to misread something and that can help contribute to the miscommunication that can then boil over into something. So yeah, it's a challenge probably we all face. I certainly like for all that I care about this and I'm talking about it, it's a challenge I face as well, but I think that awareness kind of helps to check yourself and reevaluate and maybe change how you're communicating that. [00:29:42] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. Amen to that. Michael, what would you teach? [00:29:46] Michael Roberts: I should have gone first. That was, that's like sets the bar so high. I think that the thing that I would try to teach is focusing on learning different types of skillsets that you've had before. I think that the next 10 years, we're just going to consistently see that need for everybody to keep reshaping how we interact with our work world with just the world in general. There's just so much that's changing and happening right now. And so I see this some for just basic literacy of the world that we're going to need this. But also, you know, I had to transition from one job to another. I started out in ministry and it was not for me and I needed to do something else. And it was hard. It was a good long while before I found the right fit and skilled up enough in that area for it to work. And so bought myself a book on HTML, code your first site in 30 days kind of thing. And did that and figured out how to put together a very crude website. It was just not great, but it worked. And but that kind of stuff, you know, what's possible today for people to keep on learning, to be able to shift from career path to career path. And then knowing how much you actually do bring with you because you very much feel out of your depth in so many ways. And I felt out of my depth at Health Connected for a good long while. But finding these experiences, these things that I'm bringing to the table, helped shape me and helped me deserve to be here in a way. And I think that everybody has that. It's just unpacking all that stuff, you know, and so getting the skills we need and then being able to figure out how like to actually like match up with where we're trying to go. [00:31:22] Lindsey Dinneen: Absolutely. Well, and you know, that's such a good point too, because sometimes I think it can feel, especially when you do transition jobs or even broader industries and you do feel a little bit out of your element. And I think the thing that you can also remember is, though, it is a strength to draw from all of these different sources of information and experiences that you've had over the years and maybe actually it is a really positive thing for you because you can go, " I don't know if MedTech has ever considered X, Y, and Z, but we did this in hospitality and let's just try it, you know?" And so I love that idea of bringing all the things together and allowing it to help shape you. [00:32:04] Michael Roberts: Yeah. Watching customer experiences be bad in healthcare just kills me. It just, 'cause you'd automatically lose in hospitality. You're automatically out if you don't have your customer experiences solid. That's the benchmark you have to start there. So [00:32:19] Lindsey Dinneen: Excellent. Yeah. Well, how do you wish to be remembered after you leave this world? [00:32:25] Justin Bantuelle: I, I think more than anything, I would just want to be thought of as somebody who was kind. It really matters a lot to me. I care about how people feel. I care about helping people. I'd like people to think that I always did right by them and helped where I could. So, that's at the forefront a lot of what I try to make decisions on in my personal life. So hopefully I live up to that. [00:32:56] Lindsey Dinneen: I love that. [00:32:57] Michael Roberts: I would add something similar to that, I guess, would be willing to invest in the people that I cared about, that I was willing to disrupt my day, ' cause I can get so focused on a thing. When I was a kid, I wanted to be an artist of some sort, and that you think about the artists that have kind of stood through time and it's like, "Oh, well that's the pinnacle of what it means to be a person is you're remembered through time for some major achievement." And it's like, well, yes, there are a handful of people that do that, but I think being able to be remembered that you valued other people as being more valuable, as being more worthy than whatever project you had at the moment, 'cause so many projects come and go. It's something that we all need to do, is something we all need to work on, but yeah, investing in those relationships [00:33:45] Lindsey Dinneen: Absolutely. And I think that's a good reminder. Both of your points are very good reminders, especially for entrepreneurs who, I'm sure that most of them feel that everything kind of weighs on them. And so it is easy to get deep into project mode and maybe forget sometimes that they are human. So being kind and investing and willing to disrupt your day. But yeah that's really powerful. Thank you both. And then final question. What is one thing that makes you smile every time you see or think about it? [00:34:16] Justin Bantuelle: Sure. I think for me it's, I like animals a lot. I have my pets that I'm very fond of. I spent a lot of time looking at animal photos and videos online as I'm sure everybody does. I'm particularly fond of ones where it's two completely different species of animal that seem to be best friends. That is what really helped shape a positive day for me in the morning, if I come across some of those and that is just the cutest thing in the world. [00:34:40] Lindsey Dinneen: Absolutely. How about you, Michael? [00:34:44] Michael Roberts: For me, it's just being out, out somewhere where I'm just surrounded by nature and just getting that moment. And it's not, it doesn't make me smile in the same way, I guess, Justin, but it does kind of bring that peace every time I'm there of, no matter what else is going on, it's like, "Okay." Grounded, in a way and it's like, "Okay I'm here. I'm ready. And I can go face the day." [00:35:04] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. Yeah. Excellent. Well, thank you so much, both of you, for sharing your stories, your insights, your experiences, and even some advice. I really appreciate you taking the time today. This has been such a great conversation. And we are so honored to be making a donation on your behalf as a thank you for your time today to Save the Children, which works to end the cycle of poverty by ensuring communities have the resources to provide children with a healthy, educational, and safe environment. So thank you so much for choosing that charity to support, and I just wish you both the most continued success as you work to change lives for a better world. [00:35:46] Justin Bantuelle: Thank you so much. [00:35:48] Lindsey Dinneen: All right. And thank you also to our listeners for tuning in. And if you're feeling as inspired as I am at the moment, I'd love it if you'd share this episode with a colleague or two and we'll catch you next time. [00:36:01] Ben Trombold: The Leading Difference is brought to you by Velentium. Velentium is a full-service CDMO with 100% in-house capability to design, develop, and manufacture medical devices from class two wearables to class three active implantable medical devices. Velentium specializes in active implantables, leads, programmers, and accessories across a wide range of indications, such as neuromodulation, deep brain stimulation, cardiac management, and diabetes management. 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Send us a textOn this episode, Ashley and Danielle speak with Dr. Kerri Glassner. This was an enlightening and encouraging conversation about how far we have come in understanding pregnancy in IBD and the advancements in IBD over the years. Dr. Glassner is a gastroenterologist with a focus in inflammatory bowel disease. Dr. Glassner currently practices at Kaiser Permanente in Colorado. She completed her residency and gastroenterology fellowship at Houston Methodist Hospital. She was also selected by the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation for a visiting IBD fellowship at Mayo Clinic in 2019. Dr. Glassner is certified in the use of intestinal ultrasound through IBUS. She is passionate about women's health in IBD and is a co-editor of the book Women's health in IBD: The spectrum of care from birth to adulthood. Outside of medicine she enjoys spending time with her husband and son, trying out new coffee shops, traveling and exercising. In this episode we discuss with Dr. Glassner:Dr. Glassner's personal journey with IBD and her professional insights into the intersection of women's health and IBD, particularly during pregnancy. The importance of being in remission before conception and the safety of biologics during pregnancy.The use of intestinal ultrasound as a non-invasive tool for monitoring IBDThe aspects of managing pregnancy in patients with IBD. The considerations for C-sections, the timing of colonoscopies, the implications of CMV, nutritional assessments, and the importance of a multidisciplinary care team. The PIANO study is highlighted for its insights into pregnancy outcomes for IBD patients, and the discussion also covers vaccination considerations for newborns and the genetic risks of IBD.An optimistic outlook on new treatments and the importance of maintaining hope for future advancements in IBD care.Want to work with The Crohn's and Colitis Dietitians but have questions?Book a call - HEREMusic from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/the-lakes/bluebirdLicense code: FTTITUEPIFAD2VEOFollow us on instagram @crohns_and_colitis_dietitiansFollow us on youtube @thecrohnscolitisdietitiansWe love helping provide quality IBD & IBD nutrition and making it more accessible to all through our podcast, instagram and youtube channel. Creating the resources we provide comes at a significant cost to us. We dream of a day where we can provide even more free education, guidance and support to those with IBD like us. We need your support to do this. You can help us by liking episodes, sharing them on your social media, subscribing to you tube and telling others about us (your doctors, friends, family, forums/reddit etc). Can you do this for us? In return, I promise to continually level up what we do here.

Join us for the 5th Annual JOWMA Conference: Transforming Healthcare Through Innovation & Research on January 5, 2025, from 8am to 5pm in NYC! Spend the day immersed in expert-led scientific sessions, hands-on surgical simulations, specialty roundtables, and a networking lunch tailored for healthcare professionals and students. PLUS, we're offering a full premed program with panels, roundtables, and networking dedicated to aspiring medical students.

Kevin Harlen interviews Laura Wingate, chief education, support, and advocacy officer with the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation about a recent survey which shows that more than 40 percent of patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) have made significant financial trade-offs to afford their healthcare. The survey, published in Inflammatory Bowel Diseases, included responses from more than 2,200 IBD patients and caregivers, who highlighted persistent challenges. Among respondents, 30 percent reported giving up vacations or major household purchases, 22 percent increased their credit card debt, and 21 percent cut back on essential items such as food, clothing, or basic household items. Join Kevin and Laura as they explore what can done to ensure that IBD patients can access the medications they need without undue financial hardship. Produced by Andrew Sousa and Hayden Margolis for Steadfast Collaborative, LLC Mixed and mastered by Hayden Margolis Gastro Broadcast, Episode 69, presented by TissueCypher from Castle Biosciences

The cutest couple in all the land Jared Hillman (Monster Jam Revved Up Recaps) and Natalie Lander (The Middle) square off this week in a trivia throwdown where we tackle Hello Kitty, super slow animals, HBO shows, fast food, theater cities and a Double Duty theme round! Jared is playing for the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation while Natalie is playing for SHARE, Inc. Play along with us and be sure to subscribe, rate and review wherever you listen to pods and follow us @youshouldknowbetterpod!

Episode Resources:WOCN Society Pediatrics Community and Ostomy Community for members onlyJWOCN® evidence-based articles on pediatric carePediatric Ostomy Support Group (POGS) by the United Ostomy Associations of America (UOAA)Youth Rally, Pull-thru Network, Crohn's & Colitis Foundation, Girls with Guts, Shadow Buddies Foundation About the Speaker:Michelle Rice, MSN, RN, CWOCN, has been a WOC nurse since 1999 and currently practices at Duke University Hospital. Michelle's primary population is pediatrics and focuses on wound care and ostomy care.

In this episode of Sick Health with Kevin Ban, MD, we make learning how to improve gut health a topic that's easy to digest. With special guest Gastroenterologist Alan Moss, MD, we'll dive deep into the hidden world of your digestive system microbiome, how it develops, and how it impacts your health throughout your life. If you're like most of the population suffering from Chron's, IBS, Colitis, Obesity, low energy, bloating, indigestion, and irritability, you've likely run the gauntlet of being misdiagnosed, heavily medicated, or operated on. The good news is that there's more within your control than you might think.Spending 45 minutes with us can help you break the vicious cycle of confusion, frustration, and little relief. Thanks to Dr. Moss, you'll wrap this session with an understanding of:How to optimize total wellnessWhat an optimal gut health diet looks likeWhat supplements are in, or outSymptom mindfulness (and what they ask of you)Controlling your environmentMake sure to stick around as we debunk common gut health myths around pre/probiotics, the role of exercise, and how eating diverse foods affect microbiome composition. As Dr. Moss points out, “A healthy host is a healthy microbiome.” By the time this episode wraps up, you'll know exactly what to do to boost your gut health from the inside, out - but also from the outside, in.Alan Moss is a physician-scientist, with over 15 years experience in clinical research. He is a board-certified gastroenterologist, and held academic positions at Harvard Medical School and Boston University School of Medicine. He has designed and led clinical trials in microbial therapy and Inflammatory Bowel Disease, and delivered lectures on these topics at national research meetings in the U.S. and Europe. He is currently the Chief Scientific Officer at the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation, and a Professor of Medicine at Boston University School of Medicine.Follow us on YouTube and leave your comments at:https://www.youtube.com/@SickHealthwithKevinBanMDConnect with Kevin on:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558197731269Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sickhealth?igsh=MXQ5Y3Q1ZjE0bnZmdQ%3D%3DThreads:  https://www.threads.net/@sickhealthLinkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/company/sick-health-with-kevin-ban-md/Tik Tok: https://shorturl.at/oORXYContact email:  team@sickhealhtshow.comExecutive Producers: Kevin Ban, MD & Alex WallaceProduction Director, Editor and Producer:  Bat-Sheva GuezGraphic designer: Leah VanWhyYouTube SEO: Lighthouse-Digitalmarketing.comSocial media: Rebekah PajakInterns: Nicole Berritto & Niccolo BanThis show's content represents the personal opinions of Kevin Ban, MD. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and does not create a physician patient relationship with Kevin Ban, MD. Always seek the advice of your physician or other health care qualified provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition or your general health.

Send us a Text Message.This week we spoke to Dr. Alan Moss! Dr. Moss is the Chief Scientific Officer at the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation in the US. Previously he was the Director of the Crohn's & Colitis Program at Boston Medical Center (BMC) and Professor of Medicine at Boston University (BU). He is a clinician-scientist who is a passionate patient advocate. We talked to him about moving from Ireland to the US to pursue training in IBD. We talked to him about why he decided to switch from direct patient care to leading the scientific efforts at the Foundation. We talked to him about what plans he has for the future of research at the Foundation including shepherding in new technology such at AI. We talked to him about how they are ensuring patient data protections and equity in how technology may shape research. We discussed how the research agenda has changed from focusing solely on remission to prevention, remission and on to repair and healing past damage. Finally we discussed the new 5 year strategic plan that the Foundation has undertaken in guiding their research agenda and the process by which healthcare providers, researchers and patients helped to build this new plan. We had such an interesting conversation with Dr. Moss and we're excited to see what he will accomplish in this new role. Please keep in mind that the views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and should not be considered medical or legal advice. Please consult with your healthcare team on any changes to your disease, diet, or treatment. We want you to stay safe and healthy! ;)Links: Overview of Challenges in IBD Information about IBD PlexusInformation about IBD QorusInformation in IBD VenturesLet's get social!!Follow us on Instagram!Follow us on Facebook!Follow us on Twitter!

To help make an impact for patients, it's important to have a comprehensive understanding of how a disease impacts their day-to-day lives. Michael Osso, Chief Executive Officer of the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation knows this well. He and his team created a comprehensive research ecosystem that harnesses data– from reported anecdotes to clinical data, biosamples and more – to help researchers, patients, advocates and care teams get a holistic view of inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) and drive advancements in the space. Sanofi host, Eric Racine and co-host Michael George discuss with him the importance of taking on such a large-scale project – one step at a time – and the dedication to building patient level data to inspire and accelerate research innovations for patients with IBD. 

This week we had such an interesting conversation with Dr. Erica Barnell. Dr. Barnell is the Co-Founder and Chief Medical and Science officer for Geneoscopy, Inc! Geneoscopy is a life-sciences start-up company that leverages eukaryotic biomarkers to non-invasively diagnose, monitor, and treat gastrointestinal disease. The idea for Geneoscopy was conceived during Dr. Barnell's first clinical rotation while earning her MD/Ph.D. at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. Specifically, Erica encountered a woman with Stage IV colorectal cancer (CRC) who had never undergone a colonoscopy, citing the inconvenience and burden of attending a traditional colonoscopy as key barriers. Dr. Barnell developed an easy non-invasive stool test to screen for colon cancer and she is now expanding it to the IBD space. She and her team are working to be able to use this RNA screening tool to allow for better prediction of treatment outcomes, disease monitoring and more. We talked to her about developing her initial test, going through the FDA approval process, and then developing a company while still finishing her MD/PhD. We also talked to her about starting a company with her brother and all of the many life changes she went through during it's initial stage as well. We discussed RNA technology and she gave us a quick lesson on it, and finally we discussed her participation in the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation's IBD Innovate Conference earlier this year and how it helped her premier her product to the IBD space and to explore possible partnerships and funding opportunities. Robin and I are big geeks for research and innovation and this conversation with Erica was so fun. Please keep in mind that the views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and should not be considered medical or legal advice. Please consult with your healthcare team on any changes to your disease, diet, or treatment. We want you to stay safe and healthy! ;)Links: Article about the IBD Innovate Conference- Crohn's & Colitis Foundation- USAEpisode of Oncology Overdrive from Healio with Dr. BarnellFDA Approves ColoSense test- Colorectal Cancer AllianceTune in to the Patient Advocacy Voices Podcast todayJoin Sanofi's Eric Racine to meet the unsung heroes leading patient advocacy organizationsListen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyLet's get social!!Follow us on Instagram!Follow us on Facebook!Follow us on Twitter!

Summary In this conversation, Gregory Austin and Chad Briscoe interview Chuck Piccirillo, CEO of Zealic Health, about his experience in the healthcare industry and the focus on patient-centric solutions. Chuck shares his personal journey with colitis and how it ultimately inspired him to start Zealic Health. The company aims to provide highly patient-centric digital platforms to improve care and treatment in the healthcare industry. The panel tackles the tough questions around the new LDT as a Medical Device final ruling by the FDA. They then discuss the challenges of navigating regulations and the use of AI in healthcare. Chuck also shares the story of how Zealic Health adapted to the war in Ukraine and relocated their employees to Poland.  Takeaways Zealic Health focuses on providing patient-centric digital platforms to improve care and treatment in the healthcare industry. Navigating regulations and ensuring compliance is a challenge in the healthcare industry, especially with the introduction of new technologies like AI. Zealic Health adapted to the war in Ukraine by relocating their employees to Poland, demonstrating their commitment to their team and their mission. The FDA final ruling is clearly to improve safety but the confusion is in the interpretation of that ruling and  Sound Bites “The biggest challenge is the interpretation of these (LDT) rules.” “Typically I'm not in favor of what Congress is doing.” “Trying to understand how we're going to navigate the space … it's just been confusing.” "The FDA is trying to protect us, but they need to navigate these things and engage industry experts." “(regarding AI) Where does marketing end and reality begin?” "AI isn't going to say, 'We don't need the doctor, just use AI.'" “The people who are out of their jobs won't be the ones using AI. The people who are out of their jobs will be the ones who don't.” “The whole promise of AI is taking massive amounts of data and finding those patterns Chapters 01:33 Introduction and Background 04:03 The Crohn's & Colitis Foundation and Chuck's struggle with Colitis 07:49 Patient-Centric Solutions in Healthcare and Zealic Health 13:26 Plan B - Moving offices from Ukraine to Poland 20:02 New News!! - The Controversy of LDTs Becoming Medical Devices 27:20 Implications of healthcare and regulations as it applies to AI 30:07 AI in Diagnosis - Promises and Pitfalls New News Story: House committee tells FDA to suspend lab developed test rule https://www.healthcaredive.com/news/house-committee-fda-suspend-ldt-rule/721362/  How to reach us: Crohn's & Colitis Foundation https://www.crohnscolitisfoundation.org/  Chuck Piccirillo https://www.linkedin.com/in/cpiccirillo/  Zealic Health - http://www.zealichealth.com   Dr. Chad Briscoe https://www.linkedin.com/in/chadbriscoe/  Celerion - https://www.celerion.com/   Gregory Austin https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregoryaustin1/  ECI - https://eci-rx.com /  Image credits: https://www.crohnscolitisfoundation.org/  LDT/FDA, https://x.com/FDADeviceInfo/status/1784965525522493657  Congress, https://worldstrides.com/blog/2013/07/u-s-capitol/  Cost, https://www.freepik.com/photos/increasing-costs  Cancer patient, https://www.freepik.com/free-photo/sick-asian-man-sitting-chair-side-view_33753979.htm  CAD - Computer Aided Detection, https://researchoutreach.org/articles/assessing-performances-computer-aided-diagnosis-breast-cancer/  #BioTalkUnzipped #Podcast #HealthcareInnovation #PatientCare #AIinHealthcare #FDARegulations #Ukraine #LifeSciences #DigitalHealth #AI #pharmaceutical #biotechnology #medicaldevice

AJ is the youngest of three children. The eldest, Gary was born in Belarus and about three years old when the family emigrated to the United States.Tamara didn't have your typical childhood.  She was born in the former Soviet Union. During turbulent times, when Tamara was a young girl, she lost many family members, including her mother at the age of five. Though very young when her mom died, she can recall  many vivid memories of her  and refers to her mom as a "ray of sunshine."  It's this positivity that AJ loves and appreciates and hopes to raise his three children in that same kind of environment with similar philosophies.It's a tough transition, coming to the US, barely speaking english, looking for work and having a family. Sacha, AJ's dad worked non-stop, so Tamara could stay home and be with the children. She eventually worked part-time in the family business in New Jersey, "The Wine Library, which is one of the most highly regarded wine and gourmet foodAj confesses, " the worst thing I could do is disappoint my mom and dad."  Both parents expected a lot from their kids academically though Gary the eldest struggled, Liz their sister did well, but AJ says "it came naturally to me. If I listened in class and did my homework, I got good grades."In hearing AJ share stories of his mom and dad, he so appreciates how they worked to shield him  from a lot of their childhood trauma and  sadness. As the youngest, they felt it was important to offer AJ only the good stories of their past. They were setting aside their stories from long ago, to instill happiness, peace and positivity in their children."  There's nothing but appreciation and respect for all the hard work his parents did for the family. As first generation Americans, the doors are open wide for any and all opportunities.AJ and his brother Gary are both major business entrepreneurs and huge sports fans, in particular-huge Jets and Nick's fans!  You may be familiar with Vayner Media, a legendary media agency, VaynerX where AJ was the former founder and COO and VaynerSports which Gary and AJ started in 2016. AJ is the Cofounder and CO-CEO. VaynerSports is a sports agency that represents athletes and provides brand consulting services.Crohn's Disease has unfortunately played a role in AJ's life for many years and he has been active in the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation trying to raise awareness for many years.  Crohn's  Disease is an inflammatory disease that causes chronic inflammation of the GI tract. VAYNERSPORTS WEBSITE: https://vaynersports.com/You can find AJ on the following social media platforms under AJ VaynerchukFACEBOOK, INSTAGRAM, LINKEDIN, TWITTER and TiktokWine LIbrary Springfield, NJ:https://winelibrary.com/Crohn's & Colitis Foundation:https://www.crohnscolitisfoundation.org/ "Should Have Listened To My Mother" is an ongoing conversation about mothers and the roles they play in our lives. And my guests answer the question, 'are you who you are today because of, or in spite of, your mother'? You'll be amazed at what the responses are."Should Have Listened To My Mother" would not be possible without the generosity, sincerity and insight from my guests. In getting ready to launch my podcast, so many were willing to give their time and share their personal relationships with their mother.Some of my guests include Baritone Singer Christopheren Nomura, Pulitzer Prize Winning Journalist Tim Wacker, Activist Kim Miller, Freighter Sea Captain Terry Viscount, Film Production Manager Peg Robinson, Professor of Writing Montclair State University Dr. Bridget Brown, Tammy Steckler, attorney and family advocate @CUNY Law; NYC First Responder/NYC Firefighter Mark Heingartner, Child and Adult Special Needs Activist, Maryellen Valyo Cole and Roger Evens, Property Manager in New Jersey and so many more talented and insightful women and men.I've worked in the broadcasting industry for over four decades. I've interviewed so many fascinating people including musicians, celebrities, authors, activists, entrepreneurs, politicians and more.A big thank you goes to Ricky Soto, NYC based Graphic Designer, who created my logo for "Should Have Listened To My Mother".Check out my website for more background information: https://www.jackietantillo.com/Or more demos of what's to come at https://soundcloud.com/jackie-tantilloFind audio versions of the podcast here: https://shltmm.simplecast.com/Spotify Link: https://open.spotify.com/show/60j14qCcks4AP3JUrWrc2MLink to website and show notes: https://shltmm.simplecast.com/ Spotify Link: https://open.spotify.com/show/60j14qCcks4AP3JUrWrc2M Apple Podcasts Facebook:Should have listened to my motherJackie TantilloInstagram:Should have listened to my motherJackietantillo7LinkedIn:Jackie TantilloYOUTUBE:Should have listened to my mother

This week on the 4M Podcast, buckle up for a rollercoaster ride through the highs and lows of potty training and beyond! Join us as we navigate the treacherous waters of teaching our toddlers to use the bathroom like pros (fingers crossed!). But wait, there's more! Mel dives into the world of gastrointestinal adventures with a dash of humor and a lot of respect. Tune in as we share our own hilarious mishaps (trust us, we've had a few!) and learn about ulcerative colitis, Chron's disease, and inflammatory bowel disease. It's a podcast episode full of laughter, support, and solidarity for all the superheroes out there balancing parenthood and health challenges. So grab your headphones, hide in the bathroom if you have to (no judgment!), and join us for another episode. You've got this, mama!Spotlight:Crohns & Colitis Foundation https://www.crohnscolitisfoundation.org/The mission of the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation is to cure Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, and to improve the quality of life of children and adults affected by these diseases. Sources:Mel-https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/15587-inflammatory-bowel-disease-overview https://www.crohnscolitisfoundation.org/Miranda-https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/parenting-translator/202205/evidence-based-approach-potty-traininghttps://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/infant-and-toddler-health/in-depth/potty-training/art-20045230https://www.chhs.niu.edu/child-center/resources/articles/toilet-learning-stages.shtml Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I am joined by Kristy Cadwallader! Kristy is the creator and photographer behind Kristy & New England. Her instagram @kristynewengland and website kristynewengland.com feature coastal and New England travel, classic style finds, & the renovation of her Connecticut home, Foxhill House. Kristy's home and design projects have been featured in print in Better Homes & Gardens Magazine, BHG Christmas Ideas, and several other publications and media sites. She has penned articles for Yankee Magazine's newengland.com and has even been in a style round-up on Town & Country. She loves photography, Nantucket summers, and coastal trad interiors. New England is always her muse, almost like a character in her content. Kristy lives in a little town in Connecticut and has been married for 23 years to her husband, Topher and they have two sons. Kristy's InstagramKristy's WebsiteCrohn's & Colitis Foundation

This week we spoke to Rocio Castrillon- better known for her popular Instagram account @VoiceforIBD! She shared her story of being diagnosed with Crohn's disease and how a lack of information caused her to suffer in silence with fistulizing disease. We talked to her about finally getting involved with Team Challenge with the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation in the USA and how that helped her find a large community of other people living with IBD. The opened up other volunteer opportunities and so we talked to her about the many ways that she's gotten involved with the community including advocacy work, leading a Spanish-speaking support group, educational initiatives, and more. We especially discussed her support group that includes people from many parts of the world and what are some commonalities she's observed and the people she helps. Finally we talked about how all of her advocacy work and involvement led her to being nominated for the National Board of Trustees for the Crohn's &  Colitis Foundation here in the US. We  discussed how she's using this seat at the table and this platform to raise even more awareness of the needs of the Hispanic/Latino IBD  community and so much more. We really loved getting to know Rocio more during the conversation and we know you'll appreciate all that she does for our community as well! Links: Crohn's & Colitis Foundation - Hispanic Facebook Support GroupArticle by Rocio in Crohn's & Colitis 360Crohn's Disease Patient Experiences and Preferences wit Disease Monitoring: An International Qualitative Study - Crohn's & Colitis 360Let's get social!!Follow us on Instagram!Follow us on Facebook!Follow us on Twitter!

The two below AVG cheeseheads look over the schedule to give their thoughts on the upcoming season. Where will the Packers stumble, if it all? Will we sweep the Bears AGAIN in 2024-25? Should the Packers bring back David Bakhtiari? All that and more. As always, ad revenue and the cuss jar go to the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of Wisconsin. Go Pack Go --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/avgcheese/message

This content has been developed for healthcare professionals only. Patients who seek health information should consult with their physician or relevant patient advocacy groups.For the full presentation, downloadable Practice Aids, slides, and complete CME/AAPA information, and to apply for credit, please visit us at PeerView.com/VEX865. CME/AAPA credit will be available until April 24, 2025.Interdisciplinary Approaches to Management of Immune-Mediated Inflammatory Diseases: Addressing Shared Pathophysiology With JAK Inhibitors In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, Crohn's and Colitis Foundation, National Eczema Association, and Spondylitis Association of America. PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.SupportThis activity is supported by an independent educational grant from AbbVie.Disclosure information is available at the beginning of the video presentation.

This content has been developed for healthcare professionals only. Patients who seek health information should consult with their physician or relevant patient advocacy groups.For the full presentation, downloadable Practice Aids, slides, and complete CME/AAPA information, and to apply for credit, please visit us at PeerView.com/VEX865. CME/AAPA credit will be available until April 24, 2025.Interdisciplinary Approaches to Management of Immune-Mediated Inflammatory Diseases: Addressing Shared Pathophysiology With JAK Inhibitors In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, Crohn's and Colitis Foundation, National Eczema Association, and Spondylitis Association of America. PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.SupportThis activity is supported by an independent educational grant from AbbVie.Disclosure information is available at the beginning of the video presentation.

This content has been developed for healthcare professionals only. Patients who seek health information should consult with their physician or relevant patient advocacy groups.For the full presentation, downloadable Practice Aids, slides, and complete CME/AAPA information, and to apply for credit, please visit us at PeerView.com/VEX865. CME/AAPA credit will be available until April 24, 2025.Interdisciplinary Approaches to Management of Immune-Mediated Inflammatory Diseases: Addressing Shared Pathophysiology With JAK Inhibitors In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, Crohn's and Colitis Foundation, National Eczema Association, and Spondylitis Association of America. PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.SupportThis activity is supported by an independent educational grant from AbbVie.Disclosure information is available at the beginning of the video presentation.

This content has been developed for healthcare professionals only. Patients who seek health information should consult with their physician or relevant patient advocacy groups.For the full presentation, downloadable Practice Aids, slides, and complete CME/AAPA information, and to apply for credit, please visit us at PeerView.com/VEX865. CME/AAPA credit will be available until April 24, 2025.Interdisciplinary Approaches to Management of Immune-Mediated Inflammatory Diseases: Addressing Shared Pathophysiology With JAK Inhibitors In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, Crohn's and Colitis Foundation, National Eczema Association, and Spondylitis Association of America. PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.SupportThis activity is supported by an independent educational grant from AbbVie.Disclosure information is available at the beginning of the video presentation.

This content has been developed for healthcare professionals only. Patients who seek health information should consult with their physician or relevant patient advocacy groups.For the full presentation, downloadable Practice Aids, slides, and complete CME/AAPA information, and to apply for credit, please visit us at PeerView.com/VEX865. CME/AAPA credit will be available until April 24, 2025.Interdisciplinary Approaches to Management of Immune-Mediated Inflammatory Diseases: Addressing Shared Pathophysiology With JAK Inhibitors In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, Crohn's and Colitis Foundation, National Eczema Association, and Spondylitis Association of America. PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.SupportThis activity is supported by an independent educational grant from AbbVie.Disclosure information is available at the beginning of the video presentation.

Host Jeremy Odem is BACK with another chart topping episode of Laugh with Me! In this episode: -Pandas are ALL owned by China? -Panda loaning with the US -What American loans out as "ours" -No lids on gas station coffee? -Jeremy's favorite part of working retail -Something NEW is coming to Fridays JOIN TEAM LAUGH WITH ME PODCAST at the TAKE STEPS OMAHA WALK -June 15, 2024 9am - Werner Park, Papillion, Nebraska Take Steps is the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation's largest nationwide fundraising campaign, to raise awareness and funds to accelerate the progress of breakthrough inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) research and to support critical patient programs. FOLLOW US ON OUR SOCIALS X @LaughwithmePod & @JOfromNebraska Instagram @LaughwithmePodcast TikTok @JeremyOdem0 YouTube 'Laugh with Me Podcast'

Your favorite AVG Cheeseheads do a mock draft, and it's perfect. We nailed all of the picks! NO need to jump on and watch Thursday night. YOU WON'T BELIEVE WHO TODD PICKED with the first pick!! He will also shock you with the Packers pick. Caleb Williams is NOT the first pick in this draft. All that craziness and more in Episode 169.All ad revenue and the cuss jar go to Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of Wisconsin. Go Pack Go --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/avgcheese/message

Jeremy Odem is BACK with another NEW episode of Laugh with Me! This week Jeremy welcomes, stand up comedian, George Zilla Da Monster of Comedy. George has been in comedy for over 20 years performing all across the United States. George was nominated in 2023 for his efforts in the comedy group, 3 Comedy Mafia, for Outstanding Comedy Ensemble at the Omaha Entertainment & Arts Awards. You can see George Zilla perform LIVE on May 10 in Kansas City, MO and May 25 in Lincoln, NE. In this episode: -Spiders can fly in the atmosphere? -Why Jeremy hates spiders -Comedy origin story...why does it involve a knife? -The birth of ZILLA -3 Comic Mafia -Zilla Mentality JOIN TEAM LAUGH WITH ME PODCAST at the TAKE STEPS OMAHA WALK -June 15, 2024 9am - Werner Park, Papillion, Nebraska Take Steps is the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation's largest nationwide fundraising campaign, to raise awareness and funds to accelerate the progress of breakthrough inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) research and to support critical patient programs. FOLLOW US ON OUR SOCIALS X @LaughwithmePod & @JOfromNebraska Instagram @LaughwithmePodcast TikTok @JeremyOdem0 YouTube 'Laugh with Me Podcast'

Jeremy Odem is BACK with another solo episode of America's darling, Laugh with Me Podcast! Laugh with Me has found itself climbing the charts as of late. THANK YOU to everyone that has given the show a listen and a follow. In this episode: -People are talking about LWM -Playing basketball with teenagers at age 40 -Jeremy's confidence hit this past weekend -OJ Simpson has died -Moment of silence? Take Steps, the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation's largest, most impactful fundraising event is Saturday, June 15 at 9am at Werner Park in Papillion, Nebraska. The Take Steps walk experience honors the unique journeys of those living with Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis and those closest to them. Resister today to support the IBD community, fund vital research, and advocacy, as well as patient and caregiver education, resources and support. Follow the show on our socials: X @JOfromNebraska & @LaughwithmePod Instagram @LaughwithmePodcast TikTok @JeremyOdem0 YouTube 'Laugh with Me Podcast'

The hashgacha of Hashem is mind-boggling. There are so many things going on behind the scenes that we are completely oblivious to. We don't realize how far-reaching every deed we do goes. We don't realize the ramifications of every action and thought that we have. All we need to know is that we must try our hardest to follow the will of Hashem in every situation He puts us in, and everything will turn out perfectly. I heard a story on Stories to Inspire that was told over by Mr. Don Ghermezian. He was traveling somewhere, and his good friend Jeff was supposed to meet him. In the end, Jeff did not end up making his flight, because his Crohn's Disease was acting up and he had to go to the hospital. The doctor said his intestines had rotted and he needed to have two feet of them cut out and would then have to wear a colostomy bag for the rest of his life. The news was extremely difficult to deal with. It meant Jeff would have to have a bag on him to collect his waste, because he would no longer be able to go to the bathroom normally. When Don heard what was happening, he was heartbroken. He immediately called one of his rabbis, Rabbi Eliyahu Netaneli, to seek counsel. After hearing what happened, the rabbi asked Don to call him back in twenty minutes. When Don called back, the Rabbi said, “Your friend Jeff, he was on a flight a few weeks ago, and that's when his Crohn's started flaring up. On that flight, someone did something to Jeff that got him so upset he wanted to kill the man, but he ended up holding himself back. Please call Jeff and verify that what I said happened.” Don called Jeff and told him what he heard. Jeff was in awe of how Don knew that, as he hadn't told anyone of the episode. Jeff then said he was on an airplane with his wife, and he was in row 9 seat A, and his wife had 9C. There was a man in between them in 9B. He politely asked the man to take the aisle seat so he and his wife could sit together, but the man refused. Then he offered him the window seat, and he refused that too. Jeff got very upset, but his wife calmed him down and he left it. When they finally landed, this man was taking his carry-on out of the overhead compartment, and it landed right on Jeff's wife's head and injured her. Now Jeff was livid. He pushed the man, and again his wife calmed him down and he held himself back. Don heard the story and called back Rabbi Netaneli, saying he was right about what happened. What Rabbi Netaneli said next completely blew Don away. The Rabbi said, “That man on the plane is a gilgul of a man named Reuven who lived 80 years ago, and your friend Jeff is a gilgul of a man named Levi who lived at the same time. They both lived in the same city in Israel. Levi was a shoemaker and Reuven was a tanner. Levi became much more successful than Reuven. They were friends for their entire lives, but towards the end of their lives, in a moment of anger, Reuven cursed Levi. This curse manifested itself in Levi, or Jeff now, getting Crohn's disease. When Jeff held himself back from hurting the man on the plane, the one who cursed him in the previous life, his neshama forgave Jeff for half the curse. He was supposed to have Crohn's for his entire life, but now the Crohn's acted up and they were going to remove the intestine part that had the Crohn's, and it was going to end. But he was going to have to have this colostomy bag.” Rabbi Netaneli then said, “Tell Jeff, we're going to take care of the other half of the curse in a different way. He was going to ask three people in Israel to go to the kever of Reuven and ask him to forgive the rest of the curse, and then Jeff would be totally healed.” Don said to the Rabbi, “There is no cure for Crohn's.” The Rabbi wasn't fazed. He said, Tell Jeff he isn't going to need the surgery.” Don then said Jeff was scheduled to go into surgery the next morning at 6 a.m. with the head of the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation in Canada, Dr. Richard Fedorek, doing the procedure. They weren't about to cancel the surgery at this point. Nonetheless, he called Jeff to tell him of the revelation that he had just learned of. Jeff was hopeful, but he wasn't going to cancel the surgery. The next morning, Dr. Fedorek came in with three others to do the surgery. But before they started, they did an ultrasound and it showed the Crohn's had improved significantly. The doctor said he wanted to wait 24 hours before operating. Jeff was already under anesthesia and when he woke up, he was so happy to hear the news. The next day, they did another ultrasound and this time, the doctor could not believe what he saw. He told Jeff, “The Crohn's is gone.” He had never seen anything like this in his entire career and his only explanation was that it was a medical miracle. Jeff was immediately discharged and celebrated with his friends and family. We can't possibly fully understand anything that goes on in this world because we know so little. Hashem is orchestrating meetings even between people who lived together in previous lifetimes to make their tikkunim . The hashgacha of Hashem is beyond our comprehension. But if we do the best we can, in every situation Hashem puts us in, we will surely accomplish what we need to accomplish.

We're thrilled to feature Erica, a young teen who bravely shares her patient journey on this episode. Erica was diagnosed with Crohn's Disease when she was 7 years old, and she along with her Mom, Nicole, share some real-life insights from the family perspective when a child is living with a chronic digestive health condition. Erica also shares her personal experience at Camp Oasis, a summer sleep-away camp developed by The Crohn's & Colitis Foundation for children diagnosed with IBD. She explains how much Camp Oasis has made a positive impact on her life and why other kids with IBD should attend. To learn more about Camp Oasis, tune in to our previous episode with Becky Johnson Rescola, the Vice President of Education & Community Engagement at the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation, as well as Pediatric Gastroenterologist Dr. Steven Steiner, who is the Medical Director of Camp Oasis in Michigan.

We're excited to shine a light on the wonderful work The Crohn's & Colitis Foundation is doing with Camp Oasis, a summer sleep-away camp designed for kids living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Joining us on this episode are Becky Johnson Rescola, the Vice President of Education & Community Engagement at the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation, as well as Pediatric Gastroenterologist Dr. Steven Steiner, who is the Medical Director of Camp Oasis in Michigan. We discuss the benefits Camp Oasis has provided attendees based on the findings of a recent study. We also answer some common questions parents have about what they and their children can expect from the Camp Oasis experience.

The two average cheeseheads talk Rashan Gary's contract, the passing of Cherry Starr, and Dale's love for Devin White. We talk Top 5 position needs and more. All ad revenue and the cuss jar go to the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of Wisconsin. Go Pack Go --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/avgcheese/message

Prepare to transform your gut health knowledge as we navigate the sometimes "colorful" details and scientific facts all about bowel movements. That's right, we are talking all about poop with our special guest, renowned Mayo Clinic (in Jacksonville, Florida) gastroenterologist, Dr. Jami Kinnucan. She is an expert in inflammatory bowel disease, among many other extraordinary contributions in the field of gastroenterology and medicine. With valuable insights from our guest, we cover it all in this episode. From discussing how the hues in your loo can reveal the state of your health to the details of the proper pooping position, we're taking a somewhat embarrassing topic to an informed next level. Dr. Kinnucan breaks down the facts on diet's impact on digestion, the role of stress on your pooping habits, and how to keep your "exit strategy" going strong!Ever wondered if your poop's performance is up to par? In this episode, we decode the signals of digestive distress and share some humorous anecdotes that promise to change the way you view your daily deed. We tackle everything from cannabis to constipation, ensuring you're equipped with the know-how to interpret your body's messages. Plus, we float the idea (pun intended) of what it means when your stool defies gravity – it's a conversation too buoyant to miss!Finally, we serve up a fiber-rich feast for thought, dishing out delectable advice for those tricky tummy troubles. Whether you're battling the bloat or seeking solace for your stool, we've got you covered with practical tips for a happier gut. Join our Gut Health Podcast Community as we digest the latest trends, debunk myths, and share a gutful of belly laughs along the way. Don't forget to subscribe and share – your gut will thank you!Episode mentions:Kate and Dr. Riehl's bookMind Your Gut: The Science-based, Whole-body Guide to Living Well with IBSCrohn's and Colitis Foundation gut-friendly recipes (These recipes were reviewed by GI dietitians Kelly Issokson and Therezia Alchoufete. https://www.crohnscolitisfoundation.org/patientandcaregivers/gutfriendlyrecipesLearn more about Kate and Megan:Website: www.katescarlata.com and www.drriehl.comInstagram: @katescarlata @drriehl and @theguthealthpodcastOrder Kate and Megan's book, Mind Your Gut: The Science-Based, Whole-body Guide to Living Well with IBS. The information included in this podcast is not a substitute for professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing treatment.

Neilanjan Nandi, MD, FACP is an Associate Professor of Clinical Medicine at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center at the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Nandi's practice focuses on the management of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD, eg, Crohn's disease, Ulcerative Colitis) and recurrent Clostridium difficile infection via Fecal Microbiota Transplantation (FMT). Dr. Nandi serves on the executive council of the Philadelphia Crohn's & Colitis Foundation (CCF), the medical advisory board of the United Ostomy Associates of America (UOAA), coordinates outreach on the American College of Gastroenterology Patient Care Committee and is a founding board member of the South Asian IBD Alliance (SAIA). He also regularly peer reviews research publications and serves on the social media editorial board for the premier journals 'Inflammatory Bowel Diseases' and 'Crohn's & Colitis 360.' His research has focused on studying conditions co-morbid to IBD quality of care such as characterizing the management and consequences of iron deficiency anemia and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease in IBD patients. He has a particular interest in the diagnosis and management of refractory Clostridioides difficile infection and the application of fecal microbiota transplantation in C difficile. Dr. Nandi has helped conduct a number of clinical trials of stool derived microbiome therapies. He has also authored numerous book chapters on the diagnosis and management of various viral, parasitic, mycobacterial and bacterial infections of the GI tract. Dr. Nandi's fervor for clinical education has been recognized with multiple teaching awards including the 2023 Sidney Cohen Faculty Teacher of the Year for the Gastroenterology & Hepatology division of the University of Pennsylvania. He was honored as the 2019 Physician Hero by the Philadelphia/Delaware Valley Crohn's and Colitis Foundation at their annual Take Steps for Crohn's & Colitis event and wields digital & social media platforms to amplify education, outreach & advocacy in IBD to clinicians and patients. He was also awarded the Philadelphia CCF's Chairman's Citation in 2022. He is the regular host of an academic podcast : ‘GI Insights: IBD Crosstalk' which features high yield, evidence based medicine discussions with guests from different interdisciplinary fields critical to providing comprehensive IBD care. Dr. Nandi's passions include fitness, cooking, virtual reality gaming, reading and dancing. Follow him on social @fitwitmd.

Peter delivers a fact filled, 100 percent factual and correct episode. He talks NFC Championship and AFC Championship, and much, much more. $5.00 in the jar for charity. You are welcome Crohn's and Colitis Foundation! Go Pack Go!!! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/avgcheese/message

Dale, in fact, did not get blackout drunk at the game on Sunday. Your Green Bay Packers did a thing and are in the playoffs! Only $1.25 in the jar for Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of Wisconsin, but why would anyone be unhappy with an elimination game win vs. The Chicago Bears? Come revel in the happiness. #GoPackGo --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/avgcheese/message

Do we care that it's an ugly win vs. a 2-10 team? No. Do we want Joe Barry fired? Also no, at least 2/3 of us. The Meatball misses, but the AVG Cheese trio does not! $4.75 to Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of Wisconsin. #Packers #goPackgo The intro courtesy of the Crispy Brothers. Go subscribe to their Youtube Channel. DO IT!!! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/avgcheese/message

Welcome to our 100th episode! This week we talked to the renowned Dr. David T. Rubin! Dr. Rubin is the Joseph B. Kirsner Professor of Medicine and a Professor of Pathology, Chief of the Section of Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition and the Co-Director of the Digestive Diseases Center at The University of Chicago Medicine. He also currently serves as an associate faculty member at the MacLean Center for Clinical Medical Ethics, an associate investigator at the University of Chicago Comprehensive Cancer Center and is a member of the University of Chicago Committee on Clinical Pharmacology and Pharmacogenomics. He is the chair of the National Scientific Advisory Committee of the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation, where he also serves as a Board of Trustees member. He is the deputy chair of the Executive Committee of the International Organization for the Study of Inflammatory Bowel Disease.  In 2018, Dr. Rubin completed the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health Leadership Development Course for Physicians.Dr. Rubin is a Fellow of the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA), the American College of Gastroenterology (ACG), the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE), the American College of Physicians (ACP), and the Royal College of Physicians (Edinburgh). He is on the Board of Trustees for the ACG. Among numerous awards and honors, Dr. Rubin was chosen by his peers as a member of Best Doctors (recognized for superior clinical ability) and America's Top Physicians (gastroenterology). Additionally, he twice received the ACG's Governor's Award of Excellence in Clinical Research (2003 and 2013), and the UChicago Postgraduate Teaching Award in recognition of significant contributions for fellowship education (2006). In 2012, he received the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation's Rosenthal Award, a national leadership award bestowed upon a volunteer who has contributed in an indisputable way to the quality of life of patients and families. He is an Associate Editor of the journal Gastroenterology and Editor-in-Chief of the ACG On-Line Education Universe. In 2020, Dr. Rubin received the Sherman Prize for Excellence in Crohn's and Colitis.Dr. Rubin is an editor of a best-selling book Curbside Consultation in IBD which is now in its 3rd edition and an author or coauthor of over 500 articles on treatment and management of IBD, cancer in IBD and novel paradigms, as well as the first author of the 2019 ACG Guidelines for ulcerative colitis. His current research is in the area of novel approaches to monitoring of IBD (wearables and point of care intestinal ultrasound), prevention of progressive complications from uncontrolled inflammation, and a variety of collaborative and translational studies related to the causes of IBD and its complications. Episodes from some of Dr. Rubin's UChicago's team: Dr. Alysse Bedell- Gastro PsychologistMichele Rubin, APN- JPouch surgical nurse extraordinaireMarita Kametas- Ostomy Specialist! Dr. David Choi- IBD PharmacistPlease keep in mind that the views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and should not be considered medical or legal advice. Please consult with your healthcare team on any changes to your disease, diet, or treatment.Let's get social!!Follow us on Instagram!Follow us on Facebook!Follow us on Twitter!

As stewards of anorectal primary care, colorectal surgeons must be well-versed in treating patients with anorectal sexually transmitted infections (STIs).  Join Avery, Biddy, Jon and Sam as they share stories, cases and insights on how they manage STI-related anorectal pathology.  CO-HOSTS Avery Walker, MD, FACS, FASCRS El Paso, TX Avery Walker is dually board-certified in General Surgery and Colorectal Surgery. He earned his medical degree at the University of Illinois in Chicago, his General Surgery residency at Madigan Army Medical Center in Tacoma, Washington, and his Fellowship in Colon and Rectal Surgery at The Ochsner Clinic in New Orleans. A former active-duty officer in the United States Army, Dr. Walker served 13 years as a general and colorectal surgeon with his most recent duty station in El Paso, TX at William Beaumont Army Medical Center. While there he was the Chief of Colon and Rectal surgery as well as the Assistant Program Director for the general surgery residency program. He currently practices colon and rectal surgery at The Hospitals of Providence in El Paso, TX. Dr. Avery Walker is married and has two daughters aged 13 and 9.     Biddy Das, MD, FACS Houston, TX (Twitter @BiddyDas) Dr. Bidhan “Biddy” Das has board certifications for both colon and rectal surgery, and general surgery. His passion for medical education and medical process improvement has resulted in book chapters and publications, and national and regional presentations on those subjects. Highlighting his medical expertise on fecal incontinence, he has been featured on patient education videos and national and international television and radio as a featured expert on these colorectal conditions. Dr Das also has a particular interest in surgeons redefining their careers -- he serves as both a software consultant and private equity consultant in Boston, New York City, and Houston.     Jonathan Abelson, MD, MS Arlington, MA (Twitter @jabelsonmd) Dr. Abelson was born and raised in Scarsdale, New York in the suburbs of New York City.  He has 2 older brothers and both of his parents are dentists.  Dr. Abelson went to college at University Pennsylvania, took 2 years off between college and medical school to work in healthcare consulting.  He then went to medical school at University of Virginia, returned to New York for general surgery residency at Weill Cornell on the upper east side of Manhattan.  Dr. Abelson then did colorectal fellowship at Washington University in St. Louis and am now at Lahey clinic in Burlington, Massachusetts for my first job after training.  He is 2 years into practice and has a wife and two sons. His wife works in wellness consulting and they have a dog named Foster who we adopted in St. Louis.     Sam Eisenstein, MD La Jolla, CA  (Twitter @DrE_UCSD) Sam Eisenstein is an Assistant Professor of Colon and rectal surgery and director of Inflammatory Bowel Disease surgery at UC San Diego Health.  He has worked there for the past 8 years after graduating both residency and fellowship at The Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York.  Sam is best known as the founder and organizer of the IBD-NSQIP collaborative, a large multi institutional data collaborative examining outcomes after IBD surgery, but he also is involved in several clinical trials for perianal Crohn's and has extensive experience with stem cell injections for anal fistulae. He is also on the scientific advisory board for the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation for his work on the next big IBD data collaborative, IBD-SIRQC (Surgical Innovation, Research and Quality Collaborative).  Sam has a Wife and 3 kids (6,8, and 3) and spends most of his free time running around after them these days, but also enjoys traveling and getting out into nature with his family.

In honor of Crohn's and Colitis week, here is an episode that I originally recorded with Dr. Nandi in February of 2023.   We discuss fitness and nutrition in the IBD population by breaking down what a patient should eat and do when they are in remission and when they are having a clinical flare. Dr. Nandi is Associate Professor of Clinical Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and host of Reach MD's GI Insight: IBD Cross Talk podcast. He also sits on the editorial board of Crohn's and Colitis 360 and the executive board of Philadelphia Crohn's and Colitis Foundation. 

Is HRA a good approach to anal cancer screening? Join Alex, Avery, Biddy, Erin, Jon and Sam as they share their own case studies and perspectives regarding anal cancer screening and the use of HRA.   OUR CO-HOSTS Alex Jenny Ky, MD, FACS, FASCRS New York, NY Dr. Ky has been in practice for 22 years and is one of the busiest surgeons in her hospital.  She is a former president of the New York Colon and Rectal Society and currently serves as president-elect of the Chinese American Medical Society.  Married for 29 years, she is the proud mom of 3 children and in her spare time she enjoys playing golf and squash. Avery Walker, MD, FACS, FASCRS El Paso, TX Avery Walker is dually board-certified in General Surgery and Colorectal Surgery. He earned his medical degree at the University of Illinois in Chicago, his General Surgery residency at Madigan Army Medical Center in Tacoma, Washington, and his Fellowship in Colon and Rectal Surgery at The Ochsner Clinic in New Orleans. A former active-duty officer in the United States Army, Dr. Walker served 13 years as a general and colorectal surgeon with his most recent duty station in El Paso, TX at William Beaumont Army Medical Center. While there he was the Chief of Colon and Rectal surgery as well as the Assistant Program Director for the general surgery residency program. He currently practices colon and rectal surgery at The Hospitals of Providence in El Paso, TX. Dr. Avery Walker is married and has two daughters aged 13 and 9.   Biddy Das, MD, FACS Houston, TX (Twitter @BiddyDas) Dr. Bidhan “Biddy” Das has board certifications for both colon and rectal surgery, and general surgery. His passion for medical education and medical process improvement has resulted in book chapters and publications, and national and regional presentations on those subjects. Highlighting his medical expertise on fecal incontinence, he has been featured on patient education videos and national and international television and radio as a featured expert on these colorectal conditions. Dr Das also has a particular interest in surgeons redefining their careers -- he serves as both a software consultant and private equity consultant in Boston, New York City, and Houston.   Erin King-Mullins, MD, FACS, FASCRS Atlanta, GA (Twitter @eking719) Dr. Erin King-Mullins is a double board-certified general and colorectal surgeon. She graduated summa cum laude from Xavier University of Louisiana. After obtaining her medical degree at Emory University in Atlanta, she completed her internship and residency in general surgery at the Orlando Regional Medical Center in Florida. Her fellowship training in colorectal surgery at Georgia Colon & Rectal Surgical Associates concluded with her joining the practice and serving as Faculty/Research Director for the fellowship program until her transition into private practice with Colorectal Wellness Center. She has a husband with whom she shares an amazing, blended family of 4 daughters. The kids keep them pretty busy, but their favorite times are spent on warm sunny beaches.   Jonathan Abelson, MD, MS Arlington, MA (Twitter @jabelsonmd) Dr. Abelson was born and raised in Scarsdale, New York in the suburbs of New York City.  He has 2 older brothers and both of his parents are dentists.  Dr. Abelson went to college at University Pennsylvania, took 2 years off between college and medical school to work in healthcare consulting.  He then went to medical school at University of Virginia, returned to New York for general surgery residency at Weill Cornell on the upper east side of Manhattan.  Dr. Abelson then did colorectal fellowship at Washington University in St. Louis and am now at Lahey clinic in Burlington, Massachusetts for my first job after training.  He is 2 years into practice and has a wife and two sons. His wife works in wellness consulting and they have a dog named Foster who we adopted in St. Louis.   Sam Eisenstein, MD La Jolla, CA  (Twitter @DrE_UCSD) Sam Eisenstein is an Assistant Professor of Colon and rectal surgery and director of Inflammatory Bowel Disease surgery at UC San Diego Health.  He has worked there for the past 8 years after graduating both residency and fellowship at The Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York.  Sam is best known as the founder and organizer of the IBD-NSQIP collaborative, a large multi institutional data collaborative examining outcomes after IBD surgery, but he also is involved in several clinical trials for perianal Crohn's and has extensive experience with stem cell injections for anal fistulae. He is also on the scientific advisory board for the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation for his work on the next big IBD data collaborative, IBD-SIRQC (Surgical Innovation, Research and Quality Collaborative).  Sam has a Wife and 3 kids (6,8, and 3) and spends most of his free time running around after them these days, but also enjoys traveling and getting out into nature with his family.

This week we had the pleasure of talking with Bianca Hernandez! Bianca was diagnosed with Crohn's disease in 2015 and she almost immediately parlayed her diagnosis into advocacy for her community. She worked with her school system to get better access to the private bathroom at her school and rallied and inspired other students affected by IBD to advocate for this in their schools. She was selected to join the National Council of College Leaders program at the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation- USA which allowed her to lead in many other advocacy initiatives including step-therapy reform and Ally's law and to work on ensuring that educational materials developed were properly translated into Spanish. This program also introduced her to life-long friends and other inspiring young people in the IBD Community. We talked about her advocacy work and how her efforts to ask for what she needed lead her to becoming a fierce advocate for the whole IBD community. We discussed the perils of comparing your healthcare decisions and disease with other people's journeys and how to destigmatize medical decisions and to not compare yourself to others. We discussed how IBD impacts the Latinx community and ideas on how to raise awareness about IBD and colon cancer screening within these communities. Bianca was so much fun to talk to and is so inspiring. I know you'll find her passion as infectious as we did. Please keep in mind that the views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and should not be considered medical or legal advice. Please consult with your healthcare team on any changes to your disease, diet, or treatment. We want you to stay safe and healthy! ;) Links: Information on the National Council on College Leaders- Crohn's & Colitis Foundation- USA Crohn's & Colitis Foundation- homepage in SpanishAlly's Law/ Restroom Access Law- Crohn's & Colitis Foundation- USAInformation about Step Therapy- Crohn's & Colitis Foundation -USALet's get social!!Follow us on Instagram!Follow us on Facebook!Follow us on Twitter!

As a colorectal surgeon, does you well-being take a "back seat" a little too often?  Join Alex, Avery, Biddy, Jon and Sam as they share their own stories, struggles and suggestions for achieving a healthy lifestyle outside of surgery.   OUR CO-HOSTS Alex Jenny Ky, MD, FACS, FASCRS New York, NY Dr. Ky has been in practice for 22 years and is one of the busiest surgeons in her hospital.  She is a former president of the New York Colon and Rectal Society and currently serves as president-elect of the Chinese American Medical Society.  Married for 29 years, she is the proud mom of 3 children and in her spare time she enjoys playing golf and squash. Avery Walker, MD, FACS, FASCRS El Paso, TX Avery Walker is dually board-certified in General Surgery and Colorectal Surgery. He earned his medical degree at the University of Illinois in Chicago, his General Surgery residency at Madigan Army Medical Center in Tacoma, Washington, and his Fellowship in Colon and Rectal Surgery at The Ochsner Clinic in New Orleans. A former active-duty officer in the United States Army, Dr. Walker served 13 years as a general and colorectal surgeon with his most recent duty station in El Paso, TX at William Beaumont Army Medical Center. While there he was the Chief of Colon and Rectal surgery as well as the Assistant Program Director for the general surgery residency program. He currently practices colon and rectal surgery at The Hospitals of Providence in El Paso, TX. Dr. Avery Walker is married and has two daughters aged 13 and 9.   Biddy Das, MD, FACS Houston, TX (Twitter @BiddyDas) Dr. Bidhan “Biddy” Das has board certifications for both colon and rectal surgery, and general surgery. His passion for medical education and medical process improvement has resulted in book chapters and publications, and national and regional presentations on those subjects. Highlighting his medical expertise on fecal incontinence, he has been featured on patient education videos and national and international television and radio as a featured expert on these colorectal conditions. Dr Das also has a particular interest in surgeons redefining their careers -- he serves as both a software consultant and private equity consultant in Boston, New York City, and Houston.   Jonathan Abelson, MD, MS Arlington, MA (Twitter @jabelsonmd) Dr. Abelson was born and raised in Scarsdale, New York in the suburbs of New York City.  He has 2 older brothers and both of his parents are dentists.  Dr. Abelson went to college at University Pennsylvania, took 2 years off between college and medical school to work in healthcare consulting.  He then went to medical school at University of Virginia, returned to New York for general surgery residency at Weill Cornell on the upper east side of Manhattan.  Dr. Abelson then did colorectal fellowship at Washington University in St. Louis and am now at Lahey clinic in Burlington, Massachusetts for my first job after training.  He is 2 years into practice and has a wife and two sons. His wife works in wellness consulting and they have a dog named Foster who we adopted in St. Louis.   Sam Eisenstein, MD La Jolla, CA  (Twitter @DrE_UCSD) Sam Eisenstein is an Assistant Professor of Colon and rectal surgery and director of Inflammatory Bowel Disease surgery at UC San Diego Health.  He has worked there for the past 8 years after graduating both residency and fellowship at The Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York.  Sam is best known as the founder and organizer of the IBD-NSQIP collaborative, a large multi institutional data collaborative examining outcomes after IBD surgery, but he also is involved in several clinical trials for perianal Crohn's and has extensive experience with stem cell injections for anal fistulae. He is also on the scientific advisory board for the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation for his work on the next big IBD data collaborative, IBD-SIRQC (Surgical Innovation, Research and Quality Collaborative).  Sam has a Wife and 3 kids (6,8, and 3) and spends most of his free time running around after them these days, but also enjoys traveling and getting out into nature with his family.

See the faces behind the voices in this special video episode as the Gut Check co-hosts share their thoughts, experiences and reflections on the purpose and importance of Gut Check, the official podcast of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons.    OUR CO-HOSTS Alex Jenny Ky, MD, FACS, FASCRS New York, NY Dr. Ky has been in practice for 22 years and is one of the busiest surgeons in her hospital.  She is a former president of the New York Colon and Rectal Society and currently serves as president-elect of the Chinese American Medical Society.  Married for 29 years, she is the proud mom of 3 children and in her spare time she enjoys playing golf and squash. Avery Walker, MD, FACS, FASCRS El Paso, TX Avery Walker is dually board-certified in General Surgery and Colorectal Surgery. He earned his medical degree at the University of Illinois in Chicago, his General Surgery residency at Madigan Army Medical Center in Tacoma, Washington, and his Fellowship in Colon and Rectal Surgery at The Ochsner Clinic in New Orleans. A former active-duty officer in the United States Army, Dr. Walker served 13 years as a general and colorectal surgeon with his most recent duty station in El Paso, TX at William Beaumont Army Medical Center. While there he was the Chief of Colon and Rectal surgery as well as the Assistant Program Director for the general surgery residency program. He currently practices colon and rectal surgery at The Hospitals of Providence in El Paso, TX. Dr. Avery Walker is married and has two daughters aged 13 and 9.   Biddy Das, MD, FACS Houston, TX (Twitter @BiddyDas) Dr. Bidhan “Biddy” Das has board certifications for both colon and rectal surgery, and general surgery. His passion for medical education and medical process improvement has resulted in book chapters and publications, and national and regional presentations on those subjects. Highlighting his medical expertise on fecal incontinence, he has been featured on patient education videos and national and international television and radio as a featured expert on these colorectal conditions. Dr Das also has a particular interest in surgeons redefining their careers -- he serves as both a software consultant and private equity consultant in Boston, New York City, and Houston.   Erin King-Mullins, MD, FACS, FASCRS Atlanta, GA (Twitter @eking719) Dr. Erin King-Mullins is a double board-certified general and colorectal surgeon. She graduated summa cum laude from Xavier University of Louisiana. After obtaining her medical degree at Emory University in Atlanta, she completed her internship and residency in general surgery at the Orlando Regional Medical Center in Florida. Her fellowship training in colorectal surgery at Georgia Colon & Rectal Surgical Associates concluded with her joining the practice and serving as Faculty/Research Director for the fellowship program until her transition into private practice with Colorectal Wellness Center. She has a husband with whom she shares an amazing, blended family of 4 daughters. The kids keep them pretty busy, but their favorite times are spent on warm sunny beaches.   Jonathan Abelson, MD, MS Arlington, MA (Twitter @jabelsonmd) Dr. Abelson was born and raised in Scarsdale, New York in the suburbs of New York City.  He has 2 older brothers and both of his parents are dentists.  Dr. Abelson went to college at University Pennsylvania, took 2 years off between college and medical school to work in healthcare consulting.  He then went to medical school at University of Virginia, returned to New York for general surgery residency at Weill Cornell on the upper east side of Manhattan.  Dr. Abelson then did colorectal fellowship at Washington University in St. Louis and am now at Lahey clinic in Burlington, Massachusetts for my first job after training.  He is 2 years into practice and has a wife and two sons. His wife works in wellness consulting and they have a dog named Foster who we adopted in St. Louis.   Sam Eisenstein, MD La Jolla, CA  (Twitter @DrE_UCSD) Sam Eisenstein is an Assistant Professor of Colon and rectal surgery and director of Inflammatory Bowel Disease surgery at UC San Diego Health.  He has worked there for the past 8 years after graduating both residency and fellowship at The Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York.  Sam is best known as the founder and organizer of the IBD-NSQIP collaborative, a large multi institutional data collaborative examining outcomes after IBD surgery, but he also is involved in several clinical trials for perianal Crohn's and has extensive experience with stem cell injections for anal fistulae. He is also on the scientific advisory board for the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation for his work on the next big IBD data collaborative, IBD-SIRQC (Surgical Innovation, Research and Quality Collaborative).  Sam has a Wife and 3 kids (6,8, and 3) and spends most of his free time running around after them these days, but also enjoys traveling and getting out into nature with his family.