Podcasts about Mayo Clinic

Ready to not only live longer, but to live BETTER?  In this episode, I'm joined by longevity expert Dr. Shah, where we dive into his journey in functional medicine and how he's dedicated his career to educating patients on optimizing their healthspan.  Dr. Shah breaks down the four key pillars of longevity that he uses in his practice to help his patients combat disease and illness to live better, more fulfilling lives.  You'll also learn simple, impactful lifestyle hacks—like eliminating ultra-processed foods, prioritizing self-care strategies, weaving in daily movement, and understanding how to balance stress and recovery.  From understanding crucial biomarkers to track in midlife, to demystifying peptides at a cellular level– Dr. Shah is here to offer science-backed tips that will truly move the needle in helping you feel your best for years to come. Tune in here!  Darshan Shah, MD Dr. Darshan Shah is a health and wellness specialist, board-certified surgeon, published author, and founder of Next Health, the world's first and largest Health Optimization and Longevity clinic. As a Longevity Medicine specialist, he's worked with thousands of patients to help optimize their well-being and extend their healthspan. Dr. Shah earned his medical degree at the age of 21, becoming one of the youngest doctors in the US. He continued his training at the Mayo Clinic, opened medical/surgical centers throughout California, started four other companies in the Health and Wellness space, and has published a book. Dr. Shah's passion is educating people on the topics of adding healthspan to your lifespan. IN THIS EPISODE Dr. Shah's journey to becoming a longevity expert  The importance of finding time in a busy schedule for self-care All about Dr. Shah's functional medicine company, Next Health  Simple ways to add movement to your day  Defining longevity and how to optimize your life span  The 4 key pillars of longevity Key biomarkers of health to track in your 40s and beyond  How your gut microbiome impacts your overall health  What are peptides, and how can they benefit you?  Dr. Shah's top lifestyle tips to truly move the needle for your health  QUOTES “The elimination of ultra-processed food will move the needle more than anything else you could potentially put into your body.” “Now people have access to their data, but step two is having personal responsibility to understand what that data means, why it's important, and following it yourself.”  “There's a balance that our biology needs to live under. It needs to have some stress, and it needs to have time to relax. It needs to have heavy exercise, but it also needs to have just light movement… You have to find where that balance lies in your own system and it's always going to be changing. And you're not going to know this until you check some of these biomarkers.”  RESOURCES MENTIONED

Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. Guest: Stan Henkin, M.D. Peripheral arterial disease is a manifestation of atherosclerosis and becomes more common with advancing age.  In its early stages, it can be quite difficult to diagnose. Although claudication is the most classic symptom, many remain asymptomatic, especially if they have limited ability to ambulate. Although risk factor modification is important in disease management, overall treatment options have been somewhat disappointing. How can we diagnose PAD early and are there advantages in recognizing the disease in an early stage? What are the best ways to establish a diagnosis and what treatment options do we have available?  Our topic for this podcast is “Peripheral Arterial Disease” and these are questions I'll asking my guest, Stan Henkin, M.D., a vascular medicine specialist from the Department of Cardiovascular Medicine at the Mayo Clinic. Mayo Clinic Talks: Vascular Medicine Series | Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development Connect with us and learn more here: https://ce.mayo.edu/online-education/content/mayo-clinic-podcasts 

Published September 11, 2025 In this episode of “Answers From the Lab,” host Bobbi Pritt, M.D., chair of the Division of Clinical Microbiology at Mayo Clinic, and William Morice II, M.D., Ph.D., CEO and president of Mayo Clinic Laboratories, discuss troublesome organisms making headlines. Together, they explore:Vibrio vulnificus (01:09): How people get this “flesh-eating” bacteria, how it affects patients, and a recent case that brought it into the spotlight.Staying safe (03:44): Discover when to seek medical attention and how knowledge can protect you as Vibrio vulnificus bacterium becomes more prevalent. New World screwworm (06:50): How this parasitic infection damages human tissue, how it was previously eradicated, and why it's making the news again. ABCs of protection (12:16): A simple reminder to avoid exposure, use bug spray, and wear protective clothing to shield against hazardous organisms.Laboratory as first line of defense (13:34): Laboratorians have a critical role in identification and monitoring broader trends when these types of cases arise. ResourcesA-Zs for prevention and exposure risks

Alzheimer's disease and related dementias now affect more than 55 million people worldwide — and that number is growing fast. But is cognitive decline inevitable? Not anymore.In this episode, Jay Croft speaks with Angela Lunde, a 24-year Mayo Clinic veteran and co-author of the newly revised Mayo Clinic on Alzheimer's Disease and Other Dementias. Angela shares powerful insights on how lifestyle choices, early detection, and caregiver support are reshaping the landscape of brain health.You'll learn:How lifestyle factors like exercise and social connection impact brain functionThe latest in dementia risk reduction, including the POINTER study's findingsWhat new treatments are showing promise — and what still isn't possibleThe emotional reality for caregivers, and how they can build resilienceHow fitness and wellness pros can guide clients over 50 toward better brain healthThis conversation is both deeply informative and inspiring for anyone concerned about aging, dementia, and long-term wellbeing.

Join us for an in-depth conversation with Dr. Aahd Kubbara, a practicing pulmonologist, intensivist, and Assistant Professor of Medicine at the University of Minnesota Medical Center. Dr. Kubbara specializes in pulmonary, allergy, critical care, and sleep medicine, with advanced expertise in interstitial lung disease, asthma, and targeted biological therapies. In this episode, we explore the complexities of lung health and the latest strategies for preventing and managing chronic respiratory conditions: ·       How inflammatory lung diseases can cause long-term scarring. ·       The consequences of untreated or poorly managed asthma over time. ·       What pulmonary fibrosis is and the most effective approaches to treatment. ·       The risks of normalizing chronic respiratory symptoms. ·       Seasonal asthma triggers and how to reduce their impact. With years of experience at the Mayo Clinic and University of Nevada, as well as community pulmonary care practice, Dr. Kubbara offers insights into cutting-edge therapies, personalized medicine, and preventive strategies to maintain lung health. Learn more about Dr. Kubbara and his work in pulmonary medicine here! Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/38oMlMr  Keep up with Dr. Aahd Kubbara socials here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aahd_kubbara/?hl=en  X : https://x.com/aahdkubbara 

Send us a textImagine visiting your gastroenterologist and feeling comfortable enough to discuss every aspect of how IBD affects your life—including your sexual health and practices. For many patients, particularly those in the LGBTQI+ community, this remains an elusive dream rather than reality.Dr. Victor Chedid, gastroenterologist and director of Mayo Clinic's Pride Clinic, joins Bowel Moments to tackle this crucial gap in IBD care. With disarming honesty and clinical expertise, he reveals why addressing sexuality isn't just about inclusivity—it's about providing complete medical care. When 95% of providers believe discussing sexual health is important but only 27% actually do it, patients suffer in silence with questions that directly impact their quality of life.The conversation dives deep into practical approaches for both patients and providers. Dr. Chedid shares his framework for discussing sexual practices with patients, from the straightforward question "What do you do for sex?" to navigating complex conversations around surgical interventions like J-pouch formation. For transgender patients, he unpacks recent research on gender-affirming hormones and IBD, emphasizing that life-saving gender-affirming care should never be withheld due to IBD concerns.Perhaps most compelling is Dr. Chedid's perspective on cultural humility and intersectionality. Each patient's experience is shaped by multiple overlapping identities—their sexuality, gender, race, nationality, and more. Rather than making assumptions, he advocates for providers to "leave their biases at the door" and approach each person's unique situation with curiosity and respect."People living with IBD are the experts of their own bodies," Dr. Chedid reminds us in his powerful closing thoughts. "When they say something feels off, it's not a guess—it's lived experience." This principle forms the foundation of truly inclusive care—care that sees patients as whole people deserving of dignity, understanding, and comprehensive treatment.Ready to advocate for more inclusive IBD care? Share this episode with your healthcare team and join the conversation about creating safe spaces for everyone in our community.Links: AGA's Pride Month Provider Spotlight on Dr. ChedidDr. Chedid talking about forming the IBD Pride Clinic"Your Top 6 Questions Answered by Dr. Victor Chedid" -A Program Dedicated to IBD Patients from the LGBTQIA+ Community- Crohn's & Colitis Foundation- USALet's get social!!Follow us on Instagram!Follow us on Facebook!Follow us on Twitter!

Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. Guest: Ana I. Casanegra, M.D., M.S. For many decades, we really only had one option for providing chronic anticoagulation, warfarin. We learned how to manage the many drug and food interactions, frequently changing the warfarin dose as we tried to keep our patients in therapeutic range. Now we have a variety of choices with the direct-acting oral anticoagulants, or DOAC's. How do the newer agents compare to warfarin in effectiveness? Are they really safer than warfarin? Do they ever require any monitoring? What's the latest on reversing the anticoagulant effect? I'll be discussing these topics and more with my guest, Ana I. Casanegra, M.D., M.S., a vascular medicine specialist at the Mayo Clinic. The topic for this podcast is “How to Choose Your Anticoagulant”. Mayo Clinic Talks: Vascular Medicine Series | Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development Connect with us and learn more here: https://ce.mayo.edu/online-education/content/mayo-clinic-podcasts 

Recent Updates in AF Guidelines   Guest: Christopher DeSimone, M.D., Ph.D. Guest: Abhishek Deshmukh, M.B.B.S. Host: Anthony H. Kashou, M.D.   There have been several recent publications from major societies (ACC/HRS/EHRA/ESC) regarding atrial fibrillation management updates.  These include updates to treatment interventions in patients with AFib such as catheter ablation, medical therapy, heart failure, and timing of intervention.   Topics Discussed: What are the new recommendations on catheter ablation? What is new regarding the relationship between atrial fibrillation and heart failure? Are there new guidelines on Intervention and timing in atrial fibrillation management? Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices. LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services Cardiovascular Education App: The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today! No CME credit offered for this episode.   Podcast episode transcript found here.

Claim your complimentary gift of my exclusive mini weight care guide today!Link: Weight Care Guide — Dr. Francavilla Show (thedrfrancavillashow.com)Ever wonder why the same weight loss plan can work wonders for one person but barely move the needle for another?Or why some people respond really well to medications like Wegovy, while others struggle with side effects or see minimal results? That's exactly what precision obesity medicine aims to answer—and today, we're diving into it with one of the world's leading experts.We're joined by Dr. Andres Acosta, a true pioneer in obesity medicine and the creator of the obesity phenotypes concept. He's board-certified in internal medicine, gastroenterology, hepatology, obesity medicine, and nutrition. At the Mayo Clinic, he co-directs the Nutrition and Obesity Research Program and leads the Precision Medicine for Obesity program, focusing on matching the right treatment to the right patient with fewer side effects.Dr. Acosta's research is supported by the National Institutes of Health, with more than 145 peer-reviewed papers in top journals. His work has been featured in The New York Times, TIME, CNN, and NPR, and he's earned “40 Under 40” recognition and co-founded Genomic Sciences—just a glimpse of his many accomplishments.If you've ever felt frustrated by trial-and-error weight loss or wondered if there's a more scientific way to find what actually works for you, you're going to want to hear what Dr. Acosta shares in this episode.Connect with Dr. Acosta:Mayo Clinic: mayu.eduPhenomix Sciences: WebsiteConnect with me:Instagram: doctorfrancavillaFacebook: Help Your Patients Lose Weight with Dr. FrancavillaWebsite: Dr. Francavilla ShowYoutube: The Doctor Francavilla ShowGLP Strong: glpstrong.com

Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of Passage to Profit Show have this discussion with leadership and scaling coach Kenny Lange, Jen Rafferty from Empowered Educator and Whitney Dueñas Richardson from Global Sprouts.      In this episode, leadership and scaling coach Kenny Lange, reveals why so many founders unknowingly sacrifice their soul, their people, and their purpose in the pursuit of growth—and how to avoid it. If you've ever felt like success requires becoming someone you're not, this conversation will challenge and inspire you to lead differently. Read more at: https://kennylange.com/     Jen Rafferty is the founder of Empowered Educator, a research-based professional development program dedicated to supporting teacher and school leader well-being. Empowered Educator focuses on the social and emotional well-being of adults in schools, leveraging concepts of mindset, emotional intelligence, and cognitive neuroscience. Read more at: https://empowerededucator.com/     Whitney Dueñas Richardson is the founder of Global Sprouts, a children's education brand with a focus on cultural learning, creativity, and language exposure. A multicultural mom with CHamoru and Dutch roots, Whitney built her business while navigating postpartum recovery, the loss of her home to Hurricane Helene, and the challenges of starting over from scratch. Read more at: https://www.globalsprouts.com/     Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, a startup, an inventor, an innovator, a small business or just starting your entrepreneurial journey, tune into Passage to Profit Show for compelling discussions, real-life examples, and expert advice on entrepreneurship, intellectual property, trademarks and more. Visit https://passagetoprofitshow.com/ for the latest updates and episodes. Chapters (00:00:00) - Starting a Business(00:00:30) - Passage to Profit(00:01:38) - What Was I Thinking?(00:07:05) - Tim Ferriss: Sacrificial Souls(00:11:34) - What's Your Most Challenging Leadership Situation?(00:16:01) - Hiring Processes: Design the Head and Fit It(00:17:34) - What Is The Secret to Scaling a Company?(00:19:15) - Is there a lot of simplification that's required in order to(00:21:12) - The Investment Value of Gold(00:22:14) - The Cruise Hotline(00:23:12) - Lead to Scale: How to Avoid Burnout(00:25:58) - The Enneagram: How to Lead With Self-awareness(00:31:49) - Intellectual Property News(00:34:11) - Kenny Lang on Netflix's Copyright Lawsuit(00:39:24) - Medguard CareWatch(00:42:07) - What's Happening in the Studio?(00:44:18) - Mayo Clinic's AI System to Identify Surgery Site Infections(00:46:19) - Empowered Educator(00:47:36) - How to Talk to Yourself About Burnout(00:52:34) - Burnout and the Regulation of the Nervous System(00:55:30) - How to Recover From Burnout Through Emotional Intelligence(00:58:48) - Teachers and the Future of AI(01:02:44) - The Right Way to Teach AI(01:04:06) - Whitney Duanes Richardson on Global Sprouts(01:07:21) - Have You Got What it Takes to Teach Culture?(01:11:11) - Passage to Profit(01:12:23) - Passage to Profit: A Mother's Phone(01:13:39) - Secret to Success: The Entrepreneurial Mind(01:14:55) - Richard Gearhart on Self-Care(01:16:46) - P2P

We discuss the observation that resolution of retinal fluid at one month in eyes with nAMD treated with aflibercept 8mg may herald longer duration treatment intervals at week 96 with Michael Stewart,, MD, Knights Templar Professor of Ophthalmology, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, Florida.

Working on cruise ships as an entertainer can get weird, and I'm not talking about hecklers. Just getting to the ship in another country is a journey in itself. Here's a quick story about a cruise ship fiasco that could have turned out very badly! https://www.TheWorkLady.com  Jan McInnis is a top change management keynote speaker and comedian. She uses short funny stories to emphasize her tips on how businesses can use humor to handle change. Jan is a top conference keynote speaker, comedian, Master of Ceremonies, and comedy writer. She has written for Jay Leno's The Tonight Show monologues as well as many other people, places, and groups—radio, TV, syndicated cartoon strips, guests on The Jerry Springer Show (her parents are proud). For over 25 years, she's traveled the country as a keynote speaker and comedian, sharing her unique and practical tips on how to use humor in business (yes, it's a business skill!). She's been featured in The Huffington Post, The Wall Street Journal, and The Washington Post for her clean humor, and she's the author of two books: Finding the Funny Fast – How to Create Quick Humor to Connect with Clients, Coworkers, and Crowds, and Convention Comedian: Stories and Wisdom From Two Decades of Chicken Dinners and Comedy Clubs. She also has a popular podcast titled Comedian Stories: Tales From the Road in Under 5 Minutes. In her former life, she was a marketing executive in Washington, D.C. for national non-profits, and she received the Greater Washington Society of Association Executives “Excellence in Education” Award. Jan's been featured at thousands of events from the Federal Reserve Banks to the Mayo Clinic.   https://www.TheWorkLady.com https://youtu.be/BtjxzDn-QLE https://www.linkedin.com/in/janmcinnis https://twitter.com/janmcinnis https://www.pinterest.com/janmcinnis/pins/ https://www.youtube.com/c/JanMcInnisComedian https://www.facebook.com/ComedianJanMcInnis https://www.instagram.com/jan.mcinnis/   Jan has shared her humor keynotes from Fortune 500 companies to international associations. Groups such as . .. Healthcare. . . Mayo Clinic, Health Information Management Associations, Healthcare Financial Management Associations, Hospitals, Abbott Pharmaceuticals, Sanofi Aventis Pharmaceuticals, Kaiser-Permanente, Davita Dialysis Centers, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Home Healthcare Associations, Assisted Living Associations, Healthcare Associations, National Council for Prescription Drug Companies, Organization of Nurse Leaders, Medical Group Management Associations, Healthcare Risk Associations, Healthcare Quality Associations   Financial. . . Federal Reserve Banks, BDO Accounting, Transamerica Insurance & Investment Group, Merrill Lynch, treasury management associations, bankers associations, credit unions, Money Transmitter Regulators Association, Finance Officers Associations, automated clearing house associations, American Institute of CPAs, financial planning companies, Securities, Insurance, Licensing Association   Government . . . purchasing officers associations, city clerks, International Institute of Municipal Clerks, National League of Cities, International Worker's Compensation Fund, correctional associations, LA County Management Association, Social Security Administration, Southern California Public Power Authority, public utilities, U.S. Air Force, public personnel associations, public procurement associations, risk management associations, Rehabilitation associations, rural housing associations, community action associations   Women's Events. . . American Heart Associations, Go Red For Women luncheons, Speaking of Women's Health, International Association of Administrative Professionals, administrative professionals events, Toyota Women's Conference, Women in Insurance and Financial Services, Soroptimists, Women in Film & Video, ladies night out events, Henry Ford Health Centers Women's Event, spirit of women events, breast cancer awareness,   Education . . . School Business Officials associations, school superintendent associations, school boards associations, state education associations, community college associations, school administrators associations, school plant managers associations, Head Start associations, Texas adult protective services, school nutrition associations, Association of Elementary and Middle School Principals, principal associations, library associations   Emergency, safety, and Disaster . . . International Association of Emergency Managers, Disney Emergency Managers, state emergency management associations, insurance groups, COPIC, Salt Lake County Public Works and Municipal Services Disaster Recovery Conference, Pennsylvania Governor's Occupational Safety and Health conference, Mid Atlantic Safety conference and Chesapeake Regional Safety Council, Risk associations.  

Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. Guests: Christopher Francois, M.D. The risk of thoracic aortic dissection increases as the diameter of the aorta widens. A diameter greater than 5 cm is associated with an increased risk of dissection in the general population. Patients with Marfan Syndrome have defective connective tissue and dissection commonly occurs with diameters less than 5 cm. Other health conditions associated with aortic dilation and potential dissection include Ehlers Danlos and those with bicuspid aortic valves.  It therefore becomes extremely important to accurately assess the aorta. Fortunately, we now have a variety of imaging tools available and several of these tools are relatively new. My guest for today's podcast is Dr. Christopher Francois, from the Department of Diagnostic Radiology at the Mayo Clinic and he'll bring us up to date regarding the most recent imaging techniques as we continue our series on vascular medicine. We'll discuss who's at risk for an aortic aneurysm, when some of the more traditional imaging is indicated and when we should consider some of the newer imaging tools. Mayo Clinic Talks: Vascular Medicine Series | Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development Connect with us and learn more here: https://ce.mayo.edu/online-education/content/mayo-clinic-podcasts 

Ronald Gruner shares how his research—spanning two and a half years—revealed deep divisions within America during the COVID pandemic. From conspiracy theories to the emotional toll on families, his work sheds light on how personal freedoms, death rates, and the economy were all shaped by differing public health policies. Gruner also explains how doctors, nurses, and communities across the country were deeply impacted by what they witnessed.Betsy contributes a deeply personal perspective, recalling the painful goodbye to her brother over a phone video call. She notes the grief that followed when people did not attend his funeral or visit her mother afterward.Betsy also shares the story of a funeral director whose work during the pandemic left lasting impressions.The conversation explores long COVID, which continues to puzzle physicians searching for effective treatments.Gruner emphasizes the importance of seeking information from reputable medical institutions such as Mayo Clinic, Johns Hopkins, and Massachusetts General Hospital.Betsy found COVID WARS to be both informative and compelling, especially the state-by-state demographics that shed light on pandemic outcomes. She highly recommends this book for anyone seeking to understand the profound impact of COVID on American society.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/chatting-with-betsy--4211847/support.If you are looking for further information or to talk Betsy- Contact:  Betsy Wurtzel -   sloanbetsy31@gmail.com

In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Brittni Scruggs, our vitreoretinal surgeon colleague here at the Mayo Clinic. Dr. Scruggs shares her interest and expertise in managing verbal harassment in the workplace. Tune in to hear about how prevalent these circumstances occur and a toolkit to aid in your management.  The toolkit is as follows:   https://webeye.ophth.uiowa.edu/eyeforum/tutorials/sexual-harassment-toolkit/Patient-Initiated-Harassment-toolkit.pdf  The EyeRounds tutorial we wrote here:   https://eyerounds.org/tutorials/sexual-harassment-toolkit/index.htm#gsc.tab=0  The workshop is published here:   https://www.mededportal.org/doi/10.15766/mep_2374-8265.11096  Subscribe to the podcast:  https://MayoClinicOphthalmology.podbean.com  Follow and reach out to us on X and IG: @mayocliniceye 

Host: Peter Buch, MD, FACG, AGAF, FACP Guest: Iris Wang, M.D. From symptom trackers to multidisciplinary app-based platforms, evidence-based digital therapeutics are expanding access to brain-gut behavioral care for patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Dr. Peter Buch sits down with Dr. Iris Wang to discuss the spectrum of available tools and explore strategies for aligning them with individual patient needs. Dr. Wang is an Associate Professor of Medicine and the Associate Program Director of the Gastroenterology Fellowship at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota.

Guest: Francis Farraye, MD Host: Peter Buch, MD, FACG, AGAF, FACP A 2025 update to the American College of Gastroenterology (ACG)'s guideline on preventive care in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) includes key changes impacting vaccine recommendations, dermatologic screening, and care coordination. Dr. Peter Buch sits down with Dr. Francis Farraye, lead author of this guideline, to highlight what clinicians need to know. Dr. Farraye is a Professor of Medicine and the Director of the Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida

This episode features Dr. Christopher Garcia, Chief Digital Innovation Officer at Mayo Clinic Laboratories, discussing how AI and big data are reshaping diagnostics. He shares insights on democratizing expertise, balancing innovation with patient safety, and creating trusted AI tools to advance healthcare.This episode is sponsored by Mayo Clinic Laboratories.

Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. Guests: Thais D. Coutinho, M.D., and Kristen A. Sell-Dottin, M.D. Genetic factors predispose selected individuals to hereditary aortic aneurysms leading to aortic dilation and potential dissection.  They can be seen in a variety of known genetic syndromes, and they differ from aortic aneurysms associated with aging and chronic, uncontrolled hypertension. Early recognition is critical in the management of these patients in preventing serious, often life-threatening aortic dissection. How common are hereditary aortic aneurysms? When and how should we screen patients for this condition? Is a genetic consultation recommended? When should we involve a vascular surgeon when at risk patients are identified? These are some of the questions I'll be asking my guests, Thais D. Coutinho, M.D., a cardiologist and cardiac surgeon, Kristen A. Sell-Dottin, M.D., both from the Mayo Clinic. We'll be discussing “Hereditary Aortic Aneurysms and Dissection” as part of our podcast series on “Peripheral Vascular Disease”. Mayo Clinic Talks: Vascular Medicine Series | Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development Connect with us and learn more here: https://ce.mayo.edu/online-education/content/mayo-clinic-podcasts 

In this episode Scott treks thru the history of how an order of Franciscans sisters, and an F5 tornado, helped bring about the world famous Mayo Clinic.To help Catholic History Trek, please consider donating via PayPal (Kevin Schmiesing@CatholicHistoryTrek)Thank you for your support!

Cherisse Marcou, Ph.D., and Kristen Rasmussen, M.S., CGC, explain how Mayo Clinic Laboratories' WESPR whole exome sequencing reflex test provides cost-effective diagnosis of complex genetic conditions. Using samples and data from previous targeted gene panels, WESPR's wider net can identify undetected genetic variants.(00:32) Would each of you share a little bit about yourselves and your background? (01:42)Could you provide us with an overview of the whole exome reflexing panel? (02:53) Is this different from our whole exome sequencing panel and our whole exome reanalysis panel? (04:00) Tell us more about who benefits from this test. (06:17) What is the clinical utility of this testing? (08:07)Would you help providers understand how to go about ordering? (11:23)Could you tell us more about the types of variants identified by this test? (13:39)Based on those performance characteristics, how does our test match up to other exome tests available in the market? (14:30)Are there any other unique features you would like to highlight? (15:57)What is the turnaround time for the reflex panel? (16:14)Can the results from the WESPR test be reanalyzed in the future as new genetic knowledge emerges? (16:56)How are variants reported, especially variants of uncertain significance? And does the report include recommendations? (19:31)Would you summarize the benefits of the WESPR at Mayo Clinic Laboratories?

Patient Selection and the Role of Echo Imaging for Tricuspid Structural Heart Procedures   Guest: Jeremy Thaden, M.D. Host: Paul Friedman, M.D.   This podcast will give an overview of the growth of transcatheter structural heart procedures in recent years and the co-evolution of structural heart imaging (echocardiography) for patient selection and guidance.   Topics Discussed: Mayo's experience with transcatheter structural heart procedures How has echo imaging evolved to facilitate guidance of structural heart procedures? What advice can you give for those interested in structural heart imaging?    Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices. LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services Cardiovascular Education App: The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today! No CME credit offered for this episode.   Podcast episode transcript found here.

In this company introduction, we speak with David Elsley, President & CEO of Cardiol Therapeutics (NASDAQ/TSX: CRDL), a clinical-stage life sciences company focused on developing therapies to address inflammation-driven cardiovascular diseases. Cardiol's lead asset, CardiolRx™, is currently in: A Phase 3 trial (Maverick Study) for recurrent pericarditis, enrolling patients at world-leading centers including the Cleveland Clinic, Mayo Clinic, and Mass General. A Phase 2 trial (ARCHER Study) for acute myocarditis, where recently released top-line results showed promising impacts on heart size and function. We also cover: The company's orphan drug designation from the FDA and its implications for market exclusivity. Development of CRD-38, a next-generation therapy designed for heart failure - a market with multi-billion-dollar potential. Cardiol's capital position, with funding secured well into 2026. Key upcoming milestones for investors, including full data presentations, trial updates, and potential pharma partnerships.   Please email me any further questions you have for David. My email address is Fleck@kereport.com.  Click here to learn more about Cardiol Therapeutics.

Working around sketchy entertainers is, thankfully, not usual, but it happens. Here's a quick story about one of the times I had to work with someone who really wasn't that safe for women. https://www.TheWorkLady.com  Jan McInnis is a top change management keynote speaker and comedian. She uses short funny stories to emphasize her tips on how businesses can use humor to handle change. Jan is a top conference keynote speaker, comedian, Master of Ceremonies, and comedy writer. She has written for Jay Leno's The Tonight Show monologues as well as many other people, places, and groups—radio, TV, syndicated cartoon strips, guests on The Jerry Springer Show (her parents are proud). For over 25 years, she's traveled the country as a keynote speaker and comedian, sharing her unique and practical tips on how to use humor in business (yes, it's a business skill!). She's been featured in The Huffington Post, The Wall Street Journal, and The Washington Post for her clean humor, and she's the author of two books: Finding the Funny Fast – How to Create Quick Humor to Connect with Clients, Coworkers, and Crowds, and Convention Comedian: Stories and Wisdom From Two Decades of Chicken Dinners and Comedy Clubs. She also has a popular podcast titled Comedian Stories: Tales From the Road in Under 5 Minutes. In her former life, she was a marketing executive in Washington, D.C. for national non-profits, and she received the Greater Washington Society of Association Executives “Excellence in Education” Award. Jan's been featured at thousands of events from the Federal Reserve Banks to the Mayo Clinic.   https://www.TheWorkLady.com https://youtu.be/BtjxzDn-QLE https://www.linkedin.com/in/janmcinnis https://twitter.com/janmcinnis https://www.pinterest.com/janmcinnis/pins/ https://www.youtube.com/c/JanMcInnisComedian https://www.facebook.com/ComedianJanMcInnis https://www.instagram.com/jan.mcinnis/   Jan has shared her humor keynotes from Fortune 500 companies to international associations. Groups such as . .. Healthcare. . . Mayo Clinic, Health Information Management Associations, Healthcare Financial Management Associations, Hospitals, Abbott Pharmaceuticals, Sanofi Aventis Pharmaceuticals, Kaiser-Permanente, Davita Dialysis Centers, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Home Healthcare Associations, Assisted Living Associations, Healthcare Associations, National Council for Prescription Drug Companies, Organization of Nurse Leaders, Medical Group Management Associations, Healthcare Risk Associations, Healthcare Quality Associations   Financial. . . Federal Reserve Banks, BDO Accounting, Transamerica Insurance & Investment Group, Merrill Lynch, treasury management associations, bankers associations, credit unions, Money Transmitter Regulators Association, Finance Officers Associations, automated clearing house associations, American Institute of CPAs, financial planning companies, Securities, Insurance, Licensing Association   Government . . . purchasing officers associations, city clerks, International Institute of Municipal Clerks, National League of Cities, International Worker's Compensation Fund, correctional associations, LA County Management Association, Social Security Administration, Southern California Public Power Authority, public utilities, U.S. Air Force, public personnel associations, public procurement associations, risk management associations, Rehabilitation associations, rural housing associations, community action associations   Women's Events. . . American Heart Associations, Go Red For Women luncheons, Speaking of Women's Health, International Association of Administrative Professionals, administrative professionals events, Toyota Women's Conference, Women in Insurance and Financial Services, Soroptimists, Women in Film & Video, ladies night out events, Henry Ford Health Centers Women's Event, spirit of women events, breast cancer awareness,   Education . . . School Business Officials associations, school superintendent associations, school boards associations, state education associations, community college associations, school administrators associations, school plant managers associations, Head Start associations, Texas adult protective services, school nutrition associations, Association of Elementary and Middle School Principals, principal associations, library associations   Emergency, safety, and Disaster . . . International Association of Emergency Managers, Disney Emergency Managers, state emergency management associations, insurance groups, COPIC, Salt Lake County Public Works and Municipal Services Disaster Recovery Conference, Pennsylvania Governor's Occupational Safety and Health conference, Mid Atlantic Safety conference and Chesapeake Regional Safety Council, Risk associations.  

Dr. Rajkumar from the Mayo Clinic explains why many have been disappointed by the ODAC decision to recommend not approving Benrep for relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma. Thought provoking. This was taped live while we broadcasted on Twitter Spaces on 7/22/2025.

Was Hulk Hogan's tragic death a case of medical malpractice? And why are surgeons still pushing risky spinal procedures when safer options like chiropractic and regenerative medicine exist? On thisexplosive episode of *The Dr. Bob Martin Show*, Dr. Adam Brockman and Dr. Bob Martin dive deep into the unanswered questions surrounding The Hulkster's untimely passing—from alleged surgical errors to mismanaged medications. Want to avoid becoming another statistic? Discover why chiropractic care should ALWAYS come first (as recommended by the Mayo Clinic), and how regenerative medicine is revolutionizing pain relief—without scalpels or opioids.

Send us a textWhat if the way we quantify pathology is more guesswork than science? In this episode of DigiPath Digest, I take you through the latest research where AI is not just supporting but challenging traditional methods of image analysis in neuropathology, nephrology, hematology, and cytology. From Boston brain banks to Mayo Clinic kidney models, we look at how advanced AI compares to human vision—and where it already outperforms us.Episode Highlights:[00:02:49] Neuropathology image analysis (Boston VA & BU) – Why traditional semiquantitative scoring often fails, and how AI-based density quantification reveals more subtle pathology in CTE.[00:13:16] Chronic kidney changes with AI (Mayo Clinic, Cambridge, Emory, Geneva) – A 20-class AI model trained on 20,500 annotations, showing how multiclass segmentation outperforms human guesswork in renal pathology.[00:21:09] Digital hematology review (University of Pennsylvania) – Current hurdles in AI for blood and bone marrow evaluation: regulatory oversight, data standardization, and resistance to change.[00:25:52] AI in cytology review (Journal of Cytopathology) – From BD FocalPoint to deep learning: two decades of digital cytology, stagnation, and why adoption still lags despite proven benefits.[00:32:09] Neuropathology goes digital – Where digital neuropathology is already routine (Ohio State, Mayo Clinic, Leeds, Granada) and why this specialty is crucial for pushing adoption.[00:34:19] Personal note – Why I believe learning, sharing, and experimenting with AI tools now will shape the way we practice pathology tomorrow.Resources from this EpisodeComparison of quantitative strategies in neuropathologic image analysis – Boston VA / BU Brain Bank study.Multiclass AI model for chronic kidney changes – Mayo Clinic, Cambridge, Emory, Georgia Tech, Geneva collaboration.Review: Digital hematology in the AI era – International Journal of Laboratory Hematology.Review: AI and machine learning in cytology – Journal of the American Society of Cytopathology.Digital Pathology 101 (by me, Dr. Aleksandra Zuraw) – Free PDF & Amazon print edition.Pathology AI Makeover Course – Practical training for AI in pathology workflows.Support the showBecome a Digital Pathology Trailblazer get the "Digital Pathology 101" FREE E-book and join us!

Published August 28, 2025 In this episode of “Answers From the Lab,” host Bobbi Pritt, M.D., chair of the Division of Clinical Microbiology at Mayo Clinic, and Matthew Binnicker, Ph.D., a microbiologist and virologist and chief scientific officer of Mayo Clinic Laboratories, discuss recent developments in viral infections. Together, they explore:Shope papilloma virus in rabbits (01:05): Unusual growths raise concern, though the virus poses minimal risk to humans and has actually benefitted research for other papilloma viruses. Chikungunya virus (07:07): What it is, how it spreads, who is at risk, and best practices for testing. Back-to-school viral trends (12:19): Common viruses that circulate during the school season, tips for keeping kids safe, and guidance for physicians on when to test. The laboratorian's role (18:27): How laboratory professionals contribute to managing viral infections within hospital systems and the broader community.ResourcesForbes article: Is the ‘zombie rabbits' virus a threat to humans?Mosquito-borne disease testing overviewMosquito-borne testing algorithms and interpretationsSearch our test catalog for more on testing for viral infections

In this episode of Marketing B2B Technology, Mike sits down with Collin Crowell, VP of Growth for Kameleoon North America, an experimentation platform. Collin discusses the evolution of Kameleoon as a global player in the MarTech industry, emphasises the importance of data-driven decision-making, and explains how Kameleoon enables teams to easily build and test digital experiences. Collin highlights the challenges B2B companies face in adopting experimentation and the need for curiosity and a willingness to explore new approaches. He also offers advice for aspiring marketers, stressing the importance of understanding their audience and leveraging AI tools to enhance productivity.   About Kameleoon Kameleoon is an agentic experimentation platform built for modern product and marketing teams. With Prompt-Based Experimentation, any team can turn ideas into live tests in minutes. Once ideas prove their impact, Kameleoon delivers accurate results and gives teams the control to roll them out safely. Trusted by brands like Lululemon, Toyota, Mayo Clinic, and Canada Goose, Kameleoon makes experimentation simple, fast, and scalable across the organization.   About Collin Crowell Collin Crowell is VP of Growth for Kameleoon North America, where he leads sales, marketing, and partnerships. He helps experimentation teams design and run tests their way, secure executive buy-in, and get the most out of their tech stack. Based near Whistler, Canada, he spends his free time skiing and mountain biking. Time Stamps 00:00:43 - Colin's Background and Journey to Kameleoon 00:03:05 - Overview of Kameleoon and Its Experimentation Platform 00:06:11 - Multivariate Testing and Its Complexity 00:10:28 - Challenges in B2B Experimentation 00:15:05 - The Importance of Incremental Gains 00:18:02 - Growing Kameleoon: Balancing Brand and Leads 00:21:06 - The Importance of Being Present in Target Channels 00:23:09 - Innovative Campaigns: Hot Ones and Qualtrics 00:26:00 - Best Marketing Advice Received 00:27:29 - Advice for New Marketers: Embrace AI Quotes “"If you can make that process as easy as possible for all of those teams, then the company becomes more data driven.” Collin Crowell, VP of Growth for Kameleoon North America.   "We all need to just work together to build better digital experiences. If you can make that what was really technically hard and difficult easy, then you're enabling those marketers to build out those digital experiences." Collin Crowell, VP of Growth for Kameleoon North America.   "If the company or the team is not interested in being data-driven or has some executive that refuses to acknowledge that there could be a different way of working, then we probably aren't going to play well in that space." Collin Crowell, VP of Growth for Kameleoon North America. Follow Collin: Collin Crowell on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/collincrowell/ Kameleoon's website: https://www.kameleoon.com/ Kameleoon on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kameleoon/   Follow Mike: Mike Maynard on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemaynard/ Napier website: https://www.napierb2b.com/ Napier LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/napier-partnership-limited/   If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe to our podcast for more discussions about the latest in Marketing B2B Tech and connect with us on social media to stay updated on upcoming episodes. We'd also appreciate it if you could leave us a review on your favourite podcast platform. Want more? Check out Napier's other podcast - The Marketing Automation Moment: https://podcasts.apple.com/ua/podcast/the-marketing-automation-moment-podcast/id1659211547

Dr. Alex Meves, distinguished dermatologist at the Mayo Clinic and a spokesperson for SkylineDx, discusses the challenges in diagnosing and treating melanoma and how a new molecular test called Merlin can help improve risk stratification and treatment decisions for patients with early-stage melanoma. Diagnosis and treatment have traditionally used tumor thickness as a primary risk factor. This molecular test measures the expression of genes in the tumor biopsy and can help determine the extent of surgery needed and whether additional therapies may be beneficial. Alex explains, "My department, when I started to work here at Mayo, wanted me to do some translational research, and I had just come back from a postdoc in Germany, at the Max Planck Institute, and I was tasked to get some research going. And so I focused on melanoma because I thought at the time there wasn't a lot of molecular research going on in melanoma that could be translated to patients. And so we started to develop biomarkers, sort of molecular tests that we could apply to tissue, and then help patients with." "Yes, so the problem that our research is focused on is what to do once you're diagnosed with a melanoma. What you want to do is to match the right therapy to the right patient. That's the goal. There are lots of melanomas that might not be very aggressive, and you don't have to do a lot of treatment. And then there's some melanoma that's very aggressive, and you want to do lots of treatment, but it's not always obvious which melanoma is low risk and which melanoma is high risk. And so this idea of risk stratification at diagnosis becomes very important to match therapy to patients." #skincancer #melanoma #SkylineDx #PersonalizedMedicine #PrecisionDiagnostics skylinedx.com Listen to the podcast here

Dr. Alex Meves, distinguished dermatologist at the Mayo Clinic and a spokesperson for SkylineDx, discusses the challenges in diagnosing and treating melanoma and how a new molecular test called Merlin can help improve risk stratification and treatment decisions for patients with early-stage melanoma. Diagnosis and treatment have traditionally used tumor thickness as a primary risk factor. This molecular test measures the expression of genes in the tumor biopsy and can help determine the extent of surgery needed and whether additional therapies may be beneficial. Alex explains, "My department, when I started to work here at Mayo, wanted me to do some translational research, and I had just come back from a postdoc in Germany, at the Max Planck Institute, and I was tasked to get some research going. And so I focused on melanoma because I thought at the time there wasn't a lot of molecular research going on in melanoma that could be translated to patients. And so we started to develop biomarkers, sort of molecular tests that we could apply to tissue, and then help patients with." "Yes, so the problem that our research is focused on is what to do once you're diagnosed with a melanoma. What you want to do is to match the right therapy to the right patient. That's the goal. There are lots of melanomas that might not be very aggressive, and you don't have to do a lot of treatment. And then there's some melanoma that's very aggressive, and you want to do lots of treatment, but it's not always obvious which melanoma is low risk and which melanoma is high risk. And so this idea of risk stratification at diagnosis becomes very important to match therapy to patients." #skincancer #melanoma #SkylineDx #PersonalizedMedicine #PrecisionDiagnostics skylinedx.com Download the transcript here

What you'll discover… How to build trust with customers before you've even built a product Lessons on raising $150M and convincing top-tier VCs like Sequoia and General Catalyst The emotional story that sparked Cobot's mission inside a hospital hallway Why humanoid robots might not be the future and what should replace them Why swappable batteries, high-mounted sensors, and swerve drives make all the difference The founder's journey: anxiety, ambition, and the power of embracing the Odyssey Where to find it… (02:35) Why Brad left a high-flying career to start something from scratch (06:10) Timing the AI and robotics wave (08:45) From Scale AI to Cobot: building the product he truly believed in (11:45) Identifying Real-world problems to be solved by your new start-up (19:45) Why top investors believed in him before a prototype even existed (27:00) Selling the vision before building the robot (32:45) MVP success, user feedback, and building trust with early adopters (40:00) What “everyday work” means for Brad and how Cobot improves lives (44:00) The next 10 years of robotics and physical AI (52:00) Brad's proudest moment and how it ties back to a promise to his father More about the episode Before founding Cobot, Brad Porter held senior roles at Amazon, Scale AI, and even helped pioneer voice applications at Tellme and Netscape. But it was a walk with his father through the halls of Mayo Clinic that planted the seed for something radically new. In this heartfelt and insightful episode, Brad shares how a personal loss became a professional mission to build collaborative robots that enhance human work instead of replacing it. With over $150M raised in just three years and clients like the Mayo Clinic, Maersk, and the US Department of Defense, Brad has done what few in hard tech manage to do: build, fund, and deploy a real solution in record time. You'll hear how digital twin technology and fast iteration allowed Cobot to deliver results before having a fully built prototype, and why design decisions like swappable batteries and swerve drives matter more than buzzwords. If you're a founder, investor, or just fascinated by where robotics is headed, this episode delivers hard-won insights and inspiration in equal measure. Connect with us: Peng-Sang Cau LinkedIn Website Brad Porter LinkedIn

Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. Guest: Jacob K. Dey, M.D. Bell's Palsy is the most common cause of 7th cranial nerve dysfunction and clinically, it has a relatively abrupt onset resulting in unilateral facial paralysis. Fortunately, the majority of patients recover completely without treatment. Unfortunately, in some cases, the facial paralysis is persistent, and surgical intervention may be indicated to help restore facial symmetry. When do patients reach maximum improvement in their facial asymmetry? What is facial synkinesis? What are the various surgical options and how is it determined which one is best for the patient? The topic for this podcast is “Correcting Facial Paralysis Associated with Bell's Palsy” and these are some of the questions I'll be asking my guest, facial plastic surgeon, Jacob K. Dey, M.D., from the Division of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery at the Mayo Clinic. Connect with us and learn more here: https://ce.mayo.edu/online-education/content/mayo-clinic-podcasts

Originally broadcast Wednesday, August 27 Dr. Victor Montori, a Mayo Clinic endocrinologist, internationally recognized researcher, and author of “Why We Revolt,” joins hosts Mark Masselli and Margaret Flinter to talk about what it really means to fix a health care system that he believes has lost its way. Montori leads The Patient Revolution, a global movement aiming to make health care more elegant with “no waste or haste, focused on the biology and biography of each person, responsive to each... Read More Read More The post Mayo Clinic Doctor Leads The Patient Revolution: Insights & Tools to Improve Health Care appeared first on Healthy Communities Online.

What is ECG Age Vs. Chronological age, and How to Use it in Your CV Prevention Practice   Guest: Francisco Lopez-Jimenez, M.D., M.S. Host: Stephen L. Kopecky, M.D.   After listening to this episode of the CV Prevention segment of Mayo Clinic's podcast “Interviews with the Experts,” listeners will better understand why it is important to differentiate between biological and chronological age. This is something that may help identify increased risk for age-related conditions and factors that may adversely affecting a person's health. Listeners will become familiar with different ways to measure aging rate or biological age, especially with ECG age. Finally, factors that appear to affect biological age, such as social determinants of health, lack of exercise, excess weight, and stress are discussed.    Topics Discussed: What is ECG Age? How did your team come up with the idea? Why is important to differentiate between biological age and chronological age?    Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices. LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services Cardiovascular Education App: The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today! No CME credit offered for this episode. Podcast episode transcript found here.  

Are you getting what you pay for with your Medicare plan? This eye-opening conversation between healthcare insiders Nathan Kaufman and Rich Helppie pulls back the curtain on what they provocatively call "Medicare Disadvantage" plans.When something sounds too good to be true, it usually is. Medicare Advantage plans tempt seniors with zero premiums, dental coverage, vision benefits, and even gym memberships. But these apparent perks mask a troubling reality: significantly restricted healthcare options when serious illness strikes. Our experts explain how insurance companies profit from delaying and denying care while creating increasingly narrow provider networks that limit access to specialists and top medical centers.The most alarming revelation? The trap many seniors find themselves in when they discover these limitations. Once enrolled in Medicare Advantage, leaving becomes nearly impossible if you develop a serious condition, as new supplemental plans can exclude pre-existing conditions. Meanwhile, those with Traditional Medicare maintain freedom to choose providers nationwide, including prestigious research hospitals like Mayo Clinic or MD Anderson, without administrative barriers or insurance company gatekeepers.For anyone approaching Medicare eligibility or reconsidering their current coverage, this episode provides crucial guidance. Our experts recommend a clear path: Medicare Parts A, B, and D, plus a comprehensive Medigap policy. While this combination involves upfront premiums, it offers something priceless: control over your healthcare decisions precisely when you need it most.Subscribe to Healthcare Bridge on your favorite podcast platforms or find us at the Common Bridge on Substack to continue exploring the vital connections shaping our healthcare landscape. Your health decisions matter—make them with complete information.Support the showEngage the conversation on Substack at The Common Bridge!

On this episode of The Medical Alley Podcast, Dr. Cornelius Thiels (Associate Chair of Innovation) and Dr. Kyle Ettinger (Director of Innovation) from the Mayo Clinic Department of Surgery preview the upcoming Beahrs Surgical Innovation Summit.Gain behind-the-scenes insight into the department's pioneering work, including how they're leveraging AI, robotics, data-driven decision-making, and immersive simulation to transform surgical care.Send us a message! Follow Medical Alley on social media on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram.

The American Academy of Pediatrics released new vaccine recommendations that directly oppose guidance from the HHS – insisting on COVID-19 vaccinations in babies as young as 6 months. Pathologist Dr. Ryan Cole & Dr. Kelly Victory reveal how the AAP has been captured by Big Pharma interests. The organization's top donors, listed on their own website, are Merck, Moderna, Pfizer, and Sanofi: the 4 pharma companies that “make virtually every vaccine on the CDC recommended childhood vaccine schedule.” HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. issued a stern warning in response: “AAP should also be candid with doctors and hospitals that recommendations that diverge from the CDC's official list are not shielded from liability under the 1986 Vaccine Injury Act.” Dr. Ryan Cole is a board-certified pathologist trained at Mayo Clinic with subspecialty in dermatopathology from Columbia University. He holds a PhD in virology and immunology and directed a medical laboratory in Idaho for 20 years. He testifies globally on Covid policy and medical freedom. Follow at https://x.com/drcole12 Dr. Kelly Victory is Chief of Emergency & Disaster Medicine at The Wellness Company. A trauma and emergency specialist with over 30 years of experience, she served as Chief Medical Officer for Fortune 500 companies and is an alumna of Harvard's National Preparedness Leadership Initiative. More at https://x.com/DrKellyVictory 「 SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS 」 Find out more about the brands that make this show possible and get special discounts on Dr. Drew's favorite products at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://drdrew.com/sponsors⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠• FATTY15 – The future of essential fatty acids is here! Strengthen your cells against age-related breakdown with Fatty15. Get 15% off a 90-day Starter Kit Subscription at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://drdrew.com/fatty15⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ • PALEOVALLEY - "Paleovalley has a wide variety of extraordinary products that are both healthful and delicious,” says Dr. Drew. "I am a huge fan of this brand and know you'll love it too!” Get 15% off your first order at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://drdrew.com/paleovalley⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ • VSHREDMD – Formulated by Dr. Drew: The Science of Cellular Health + World-Class Training Programs, Premium Content, and 1-1 Training with Certified V Shred Coaches! More at https://drdrew.com/vshredmd • THE WELLNESS COMPANY - Counteract harmful spike proteins with TWC's Signature Series Spike Support Formula containing nattokinase and selenium. Learn more about TWC's supplements at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twc.health/drew⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 「 MEDICAL NOTE 」 Portions of this program may examine countervailing views on important medical issues. Always consult your physician before making any decisions about your health. 「 ABOUT THE SHOW 」 Ask Dr. Drew is produced by Kaleb Nation (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://kalebnation.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) and Susan Pinsky (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/firstladyoflov⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠e⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠). This show is for entertainment and/or informational purposes only, and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Effects of Abuse and Neglect on Him: A Police Lieutenant's Fight to Protect Kids. When retired Police Lieutenant Clint Thompson looks back on his career, two stories of child abuse stand out more than any others. They are cases that not only shaped his professional journey but also left a permanent imprint on his personal life. He is the guest on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast, available for free on their website, on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and most podcast platforms. “These kids didn't just survive abuse, they carried those scars forever,” Thompson says. “And I carried their stories with me.” The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast promoted across their Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn , Medium and other social media platforms. As a UHAPD Police Department officer, a United Nations Police Mission (UNMIK) Police Advisor, and serving during Operation Iraqi Freedom, Thompson saw humanity at its worst. He was there when the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building was bombed in Oklahoma City in 1995, witnessing the devastation of terrorism firsthand. Yet, it was the quieter, hidden tragedies of children brutalized behind closed doors that cut the deepest. Look for supporting stories about this and much more from Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast in platforms like Medium , Blogspot and Linkedin . The Cases That Changed Him Thompson recalls one case involving a family of four children who endured unimaginable cruelty. A baby was neglected to the point of starvation. Other children suffered physical and sexual abuse. The Effects of Abuse and Neglect on Him: A Police Lieutenant's Fight to Protect Kids. “What struck me was not only what happened to them, but how they responded, how much resilience kids can have even after being broken down,” Thompson reflects. Available for free on their website and streaming on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other podcast platforms. In another case, he watched as a child, removed from a dangerous home, arrived at the hospital filthy, lice-ridden, and wearing clothes so destroyed they had to be incinerated. “Handing that child a teddy bear and clean clothes wasn't just about comfort,” he explains. “It was the first step in telling them, ‘You matter. You're safe now.'” The Reality of Abuse and Neglect According to the Mayo Clinic, child abuse can take many forms: Physical abuse – deliberate injury or risk of harm. Sexual abuse – from contact to non-contact exploitation. Emotional abuse – isolating, belittling, or destroying self-esteem. Medical abuse – falsifying illness to subject a child to harm. Neglect – failing to provide food, shelter, medical care, or love. The Cleveland Clinic calls these “Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs),” which can cause lifelong damage to mental and physical health. In 2021 alone, an estimated 600,000 U.S. children were victims of abuse, and 1,820 children died from abuse and neglect. The Effects of Abuse and Neglect on Him: A Police Lieutenant's Fight to Protect Kids. The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast episode is available for free on their website , Apple Podcasts , Spotify and most major podcast platforms. “These numbers aren't statistics to me,” Thompson says. “They're faces. They're names. They're the kids I met.” From Police Work to Advocacy Out of these painful experiences grew 401-Kids Inc., the nonprofit Thompson co-founded and now leads as CEO. The organization's mission is simple yet powerful: fight child abuse through prevention, education, and compassion. “Police officers are often the first to meet these kids in crisis,” Thompson explains. “It's our responsibility not just to enforce the law, but to bring them hope in the moment they need it most.” The Effects of Abuse and Neglect on Him: A Police Lieutenant's Fight to Protect Kids. The full podcast episode is streaming now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and across Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. 401-Kids equips children with clean clothes, socks, slippers, and teddy bears when they are taken from abusive homes. For a child who has known only trauma, these small gestures become a turning point in healing. The organization also works with law enforcement, hospitals, and advocacy centers to provide education and training on identifying abuse and sex trafficking. Their vision includes creating safe, faith-based homes where rescued children can recover in an environment of love and stability. Using Media to Help Kids Thompson and his team use every platform possible like the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, News outlets, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and their website, to spread awareness and build support. They dive deep into stories of resilience, the realities of police work, and the ongoing fight to protect the most vulnerable. The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast promoted across their Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn , Medium and other social media platforms. “Our goal is to make sure no child ever feels forgotten,” Thompson says. “If that means talking about it on social media or podcasts, then we'll do it. We'll tell these stories until change happens.” The Effects of Abuse and Neglect on Him: A Police Lieutenant's Fight to Protect Kids. A Lifelong Commitment The effects of abuse and neglect on him are undeniable. They shaped his view of policing, of service, and of humanity itself. But rather than break him, they pushed him toward a greater mission, one that outlives his time in uniform. “Helping kids is not just what I do,” Thompson says. “It's who I am now. And it's what 401-Kids is all about, help.” You can listen to his interview for Free on The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast Website, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and updates on their Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Get the latest news articles, without all the bias and spin, from the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast on Medium , which is free. Find a wide variety of great podcasts online at The Podcast Zone Facebook Page , look for the one with the bright green logo. Be sure to check out our website . Be sure to follow us on MeWe , X , Instagram , Facebook, Pinterest, Linkedin and other social media platforms for the latest episodes and news. You can help contribute money to make the Gunrunner Movie . The film that Hollywood won't touch. It is about a now Retired Police Officer that was shot 6 times while investigating Gunrunning. He died 3 times during Medical treatment and was resuscitated. You can join the fight by giving a monetary “gift” to help ensure the making of his film at agunrunnerfilm.com . Background song Hurricane is used with permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer. You can contact John J. “Jay” Wiley by email at Jay@letradio.com , or learn more about him on their website . The Effects of Abuse and Neglect on Him: A Police Lieutenant's Fight to Protect Kids. Attributions 401 Kids Mayo Clinic Cleveland Clinic FBI - Oklahoma City Bombing  

This week we review a recent work addressing the growing mismatch between the numbers of ACHD patients and the numbers of well trained ACHD providers. What are the most important factors influencing trainees' decisions regarding the pursuit of a career in ACHD? How can more young people be influenced to pursue this fascinating and growing field? We speak with Dr. Katia Bravo-Jaimes of The Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, FLA about a recent survey study she conducted on the factors that influenced these important decisions. Dr. Bravo-Jaimes shares her thoughts on solutions to increase the ACHD workforce.https://doi.org/10.1161/jaha.125.041276

Dr. Shauna Overgaard is the Senior Director of AI Strategy & Frameworks at Mayo Clinic, where she focuses on applying AI and data science to healthcare. She also founded Clarity - Applied Intelligence and served as an Assistant Professor of Health Informatics and Information Management. She is active in several organizations like the Coalition for Health AI (CHAI) and the American Medical Informatics Association (AMIA), and is helping shape the future of AI in healthcare. With over 50 citations to her name, Dr. Overgaard has significantly contributed to AI model documentation, clinical decision support systems, and the ethical implementation of AI in healthcare. Our conversation took place in Fall 2024, and we're starting to see how a lot of these predictions played out!00:00 - Intro04:05 - From rural Canada to a Senior Director at Mayo Clinic06:30 - Innovation culture at Mayo09:22 - It takes 17 years for AI to get to the clinic?! 15:58 - Giving patients ownership over their data21:24 - Can paying patients for their data make ML models more equitable?28:55 - Is bias inescapable with AI?32:19 - Can we make AI more transparent without giving away intellectual property?35:15 - Worries about AI replacing healthcare workers36:52 - Silent Trials: beta-testing AI39:25 - So uh, how's Rochester?42:00 - What gives your life meaning?44:52 - Advice for navigating uncertain times and the AI revolutionDr. Overgaard: linkedin.com/in/shaunaovergaard/Host: Nathan KellerTwitter: @NathanKellerX Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/nathankeller1Producer: Saurin Kantesaria & Garima PuriLinkedIn: Saurin KantesariaLinkedin: linkedin.com/in/garimapuri/

Greg and Matias interview Brendon Boot of Skin2Neuron. Brendon is a neurologist at Harvard and Mayo Clinic with prior experience as Medical Director at Biogen overseeing their Phase 1b Alzheimer's trials.In this episode, we discuss:How skin-derived cells can be turned into neurons to repair the brain.Why replacing lost neurons may succeed where drugs have failed in Alzheimer's.What makes autologous (self-derived) cell therapy safer and more effective.How testing in dogs brought stronger proof than traditional mouse models.Why this approach could shift Alzheimer's treatment from slowing decline to restoring memory.Credits:Created by Greg Kubin and Matias SerebrinskyHost: Matias Serebrinsky & Greg KubinProduced by Caitlin Ner & Nico V. Rey Find us at businesstrip.fm and psymed.venturesFollow us on Instagram and Twitter!Theme music by Dorian LoveAdditional Music: Distant Daze by Zack Frank

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In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Christopher Camp, a sports medicine surgeon at the Mayo Clinic to discuss his leadership of the “Mayo Clinic Optimization Project”. Dr. Camp shared insights to evaluating and improving our lives in regard to 10 interconnected domains. Tune in to appreciate how to live intentionally, consistently and better. Subscribe to the podcast:  https://MayoClinicOphthalmology.podbean.com Follow and reach out to us on X and IG: @mayocliniceye

The opioid crisis was declared a public health emergency in 2017 — and it's only grown since. Even followers of Christ aren't immune. On the next Equipped, Dr. Holly Geyer from the Mayo Clinic joins guest host Susie Larson. Dr. Geyer has seen first-hand the heartbreak of addiction and offers both medical insight and hope in Christ. If you or someone you love is struggling, this conversation could be a lifeline. Featured resource:Ending the Crisis: Mayo Clinic’s Guide to Opioid Addiction and Safe Opioid Use by Holly L. Geyer, M.D. August thank you gift:The Quiet Time Kickstart by Rachel Jones Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

Today, I'm joined by Nick Aubin, co-founder and CEO of Commons Clinic. Building "the next Mayo Clinic,” the SoCal-based company's whole-body preventative care programs combine orthopedics, functional diagnostics, and a state-of-the-art surgery center. In this episode, we discuss how vertical integration can improve multispecialty care. We also cover: Leveraging robotics and minimally invasive procedures to reduce hospital stays. Offering physicians equity partnerships instead of traditional employment. How whole-body health assessments can boost prevention. Subscribe to the podcast → insider.fitt.co/podcastSubscribe to our newsletter → insider.fitt.co/subscribeFollow us on LinkedIn → linkedin.com/company/fittinsider Website: commonsclinic.comNick's Email: nick@commonsclinic.com - The Fitt Insider Podcast is brought to you by EGYM. Visit EGYM.com to learn more about its smart workout solutions for fitness and health facilities. Fitt Talent: https://talent.fitt.co/ Consulting: https://consulting.fitt.co/ Investments: https://capital.fitt.co/ Chapters: (00:00) Introduction (01:00) Building the next Mayo Clinic (03:00) Why specialty care over primary care (05:00) Technology as deflationary force (08:00) Operating inside vs outside healthcare (11:00) Patient experience and top physicians (14:00) Multi-specialty expansion strategy (17:00) Whole body health and prevention (20:00) Targeting older demographics (25:00) Payment models and value-based care (29:00) Insurance reimbursement challenges (32:00) Prevention vs intervention philosophy (34:00) Physician equity partnerships (37:00) Long-term growth and market share (39:00) Conclusion

Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. Guest: Gregory A. Poland, M.D. Measles is a viral illness that very recently was considered rare in this country but unfortunately has seen a resurgence in recent times. It's highly contagious and can lead to severe complications including encephalitis and potentially death. There is an effective vaccine and it's typically administered along with mumps and rubella as the MMR. The vaccine was introduced in the 1960's and resulted in a dramatic reduction in the incidence of measles. Despite overwhelming evidence of the vaccine's safety and efficacy, vaccine hesitancy has resulted in measles outbreaks in communities with lower immunization rates. The topic for today's podcast is measles and my guest is Greg A. Poland, M.D., a general internist and vaccine research specialist at the Mayo Clinic. We'll discuss the clinical manifestations of measles, the measles vaccine, vaccine hesitancy and how we as clinicians can most effectively educate our patients about measles. Connect with us and learn more here: https://ce.mayo.edu/online-education/content/mayo-clinic-podcasts Are you a medical professional, ready to ignite your passion and fuel your success? Join us October 23rd-25th in beautiful Pasadena, California or via livestream for GRIT, where innovation meets inspiration. GRIT in Medicine: Growth, Resilience, Inspiration & Tenacity 2025 will empower healthcare professionals with skills and resources to excel through productivity, personal development, and professional community. Leaders in business and healthcare will present evidence-based strategies and practical tips and tools to promote professional and personal well-being, and you'll leave encouraged and energized for excellence. Visit ce.mayo.edu/GRIT2025 by September 1st with the discount code GRIT2025 to save $100 on registration. See you soon for GRIT!

Over 40 million Americans have been diagnosed with bipolar disorder, and many more go undiagnosed. This episode takes a deep dive into what we know (and don't know) about bipolar I and II, why science has lagged behind, and what a groundbreaking new initiative—BD²: Breakthrough Discoveries for Thriving with Bipolar Disorder—is doing to change that. Host Morra Aarons-Mele speaks with Dr. Mark Frye, psychiatrist and professor of psychiatry at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, Dr. Kate Burdick, Distinguished Chair in Psychiatry and the Vice Chair for Research in Psychiatry at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston, MA, and neuroscientist and BD² initiative lead Dr. Cara Altimus about the genetics, biology, and lived experience of bipolar disorder, and what it means to truly thrive with a complex mental illness. We discuss promising research directions, including GLP-1s, cognitive trajectories, and precision psychiatry. Key Quote: " It's not enough to reduce the bad. We're aiming to increase the good—to help people with bipolar disorder live the full lives they want to live." — Dr. Cara Altimus Breakthrough Discoveries for Thriving with Bipolar Disorder (BD²) is a collaborative initiative building the scientific foundation for better treatments and better lives for people with bipolar disorder. Learn more and get involved at https://www.bipolardiscoveries.org/. Listeners who live with bipolar disorder can learn more about BD2' and their ongoing study described in this episode by visiting bipolardiscoveries.org or sending an email to info@bipolardiscoveries.org.    The study is taking place in partnership with 11 medical institutions across 44 locations in the U.S. and Canada. The medical institutions are: Mass General Brigham (Massachusetts) McLean Hospital (Massachusetts) Johns Hopkins University (Maryland) Mayo Clinic (Minnesota and Arizona) University of California Los Angeles (California) University of California San Diego (California) University of Michigan (Michigan) The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (Texas) The Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research (New York) The University of Texas at Austin (Texas) University of Cincinnati/Lindner Center of HOPE (Ohio) Ottawa Hospital Research Institute (Canada)   Listeners can also sign up for the BD2' newsletter, Thrive Updates, at bipolardiscoveries.org and learn more by following on LinkedIn, BlueSky, and X at BD2Discoveries.  Timestamps: 05:31 Understanding Bipolar Disorder: Definitions and Types 14:48 The Role of Genetics in Bipolar Disorder 20:57 Research Funding and Its Impact on Bipolar Disorder 26:51 Stigma Surrounding Bipolar Disorder and Its Effects 32:07 Breaking the Stigma of Mental Illness 36:51 Thriving with Bipolar Disorder 42:12 The Integrated Network: A New Approach to Bipolar Research 47:39 Shifting Perspective From Symptom Reduction to Thriving 53:46 Understanding the Complexities of Bipolar Disorder

In this groundbreaking episode, Dr. Gabrielle Lyon sits down with Dr. Tobias Kohler, a professor of urology at the Mayo Clinic, to discuss a topic most people are afraid to talk about: men's sexual health.Dr. Kohler shares eye-opening insights, backed by over two decades of clinical experience and research, on the powerful link between foundational health habits and male sexual function. They reveal why erectile dysfunction is a critical "check engine light" for heart disease and how building muscle and exercising can improve not just your erections, but your overall longevity.This conversation goes beyond simple fixes, providing actionable, science-based information that every man needs to hear.This episode is brought to you by: Puori - Get 20% off sitewide with code DRLYON → https://puori.com/DRLYON Cozy Earth - Use code DRLYON for up to 40% off - https://cozyearth.comBONCHARGE - Use code DRLYON for 15% off your entire order - https://boncharge.com/DRLYONOneSkin - Get 15% off with the code DRLYON – https://www.oneskin.coChapters0:00 - Link between muscle mass & erections0:52 - Erectile function1:13 - The truth about penis size & penile implants2:32 - The foundational pillars of men's health8:48 - Erectile dysfunction is an early sign of heart disease16:14 - The role of anxiety, alcohol & cannabis on ED24:29 - The "use-it-or-lose-it" organ29:31 - The truth about PDE5 inhibitors (Viagra & Cialis)46:46 - The "C"s of urinary frequency54:43 - The connection between muscle, testosterone & sexual function1:02:07 - Is there a point of no return for penile health?Erections: A “Check Engine Light” for Your HealthOne of the most striking points from the discussion was Dr. Kohler's perspective on erectile dysfunction (ED). He described it not just as a sexual problem, but as one of the earliest "check engine lights" for heart disease. The blood vessels leading to the penis are much smaller than those in the heart. As we age, plaque can build up in these vessels. This process, known as atherosclerosis, affects the smaller vessels first.This means if you're experiencing persistent issues with erections, it's a strong indicator that you may have vascular problems that could soon affect your heart. As Dr. Kohler put it, "If the penis is failing, you should assume you're going to have problems with your heart soon until proven otherwise." The good news is that anything good for your heart—like exercise and a healthy diet—is also good for your penis.The "Use-It-or-Lose-It" OrganThe conversation also tackled the surprising phenomenon of penile shortening. When the penis goes into a "garage" for an extended period—meaning there is a consistent lack of erections—it can lose length. Dr. Kohler shared that a consistent lack of erections for just three months can lead to a loss of 1-2 centimeters in length due to the formation of scar tissue. This is why he calls the penis a "use-it-or-lose-it" organ. The key to maintaining penile health is to exercise the penis through erections, and tools like a vacuum erection device can be used for penile rehabilitation.Muscle Mass, Testosterone, and Sexual FunctionFor many men, this is where the conversation gets personal. Dr. Kohler highlighted the direct correlation between muscle mass and erectile quality. Studies show that men with more muscle mass have better erections and higher testosterone levels. The reverse is also...

Kristen and Jolenta announce the beginning of a new era! This includes: –Jolenta's new show, Hot Mess-terpiece Theatre, available in this very feed! –Kristen's new show, Pillow Talk, available exclusively at https://www.hatch.co/pillow-talk ! –The continuation of Kristen's show, Health Matters from Mayo Clinic, available everywhere you get your favorite shows! –The continuation of Dean & Kristen Look Back - the official By The Book recap show, exclusively at Patreon.com/listentobythebook !  Be sure to keep up with Kristen and Jolenta's ongoing adventures at facebook.com/groups/kristenandjolenta, kristenmeinzer.com, and jolentagreenberg.com. You can also follow us on Instagram @k10meinzer and @jolenta_g Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices