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Dr. Shazma Mithani and Dr. Sheila Wijayasinghe have spent years navigating the health care system. Not just as doctors for their patients, but as moms for their kids, and patients themselves. And they know it's not always straightforward. Every two weeks they'll take a real question from a real patient, and provide in-depth answers with a clear path to action, with help from other trusted experts. No jargon. No time wasted. Just real talk about real issues from two doctors who've seen it all ...
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Menstrual pain, heavy periods, absent periods—what’s normal and what’s not? In today’s episode, we tackle the many types of menstrual disorders that impact millions but often get dismissed. From painful periods (dysmenorrhea) and heavy bleeding (menorrhagia) to absent periods (amenorrhea) and emergency situations like ovarian torsion, we break down…
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11. How Cancer Screening Could Save Your Life
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In this episode of The Doc Talk Podcast, Dr. Shazma Mithani, an ER doctor, and Dr. Sheila Wijayasinghe, a family doctor, tackle an important listener question: How can I stay up to date with cancer screening to reduce my risk? Cancer screening is not about finding something wrong—it’s about catching potential issues early, sometimes before symptoms…
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10. Think It’s Not Your Heart? Think Again.
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Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in Canada. In this episode of The Doc Talk Podcast, we dive into what heart disease can look like in women, how it’s too often overlooked, and what you can do to protect yourself and those you love. We kick off with a listener question from Kellie, who asks: “What does the research say about how…
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Episode Summary: In this episode of The Doc Talk Podcast, Drs. Shazma and Sheila tackle the critical and often under-discussed topic of bladder health. From the nuances of urinary tract infections (UTIs) to the dangers of kidney infections and urosepsis, the doctors break it all down. Plus, they shine a spotlight on incontinence, exploring its caus…
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In this quick mini-episode of The Doc Talk Podcast, Drs. Sheila and Shazma break down the basics of measles, why outbreaks are back, and how to stay protected with vaccinations. They highlight the serious risks associated with measles, share who should get the MMR vaccine, and address rare cases where vaccination might not be suitable. If you’re un…
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Today’s episode of The Doc Talk dives into a listener question on bone health and osteoporosis. Definition of Osteoporosis: - Dr. Sheila explains osteoporosis as a condition where bones become weak and brittle, making them prone to fractures. - It’s often called the “silent disease” because there are no symptoms until a fracture happens. Osteoporos…
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In this episode, we’re talking about all things sleep with sleep expert and social media star, Dr. Sujay Kansagra. If you’ve ever struggled to fall asleep, stay asleep, or wake up feeling rested, this episode is for you. And make sure you stay until the end to hear Dr. Kansagra’s prescription for better sleep! We touch upon all your sleep-related q…
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Episode Overview: Welcome back to The DocTalk Podcast! In this episode, we’re tackling a condition that affects millions of Canadians: Diabetes. We discuss what diabetes is, risk factors, prevention strategies, complications, and how to manage it effectively. This episode is inspired by a listener question about reducing the risk of diabetes and it…
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5. Could Medicine Learn a Thing or Two From Professional Sport?
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Key Discussion Points: The Journey from Hockey to Medicine: What inspired Hayley to pursue a new career as a physician after her legendary hockey career? How her experience as a professional athlete shaped her training and approach to medicine. Lessons from Sports to Medicine: The parallels between high-performance sports and practicing medicine. H…
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4. How to Avoid a Trip to the ER (Part 1)
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The emergency room is one of the busiest places in healthcare—and while it’s there for when we need it most, wouldn’t it be great to avoid a trip altogether? In our first episode of 2025, we kick off a two-part series on how to stay out of the ER. This episode focuses on pediatrics, though many of the tips are just as relevant for adults. Dr. Shazm…
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BONUS: Aging Powerfully With Melissa Grelo Crossover Episode!
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On this week’s bonus episode of The Doc Talk, we do a crossover episode with Aging Powerfully with Melissa Grelo! In this rapid-fire episode, we talk about misinformation and the importance of sourcing credible health information from social media. Melissa then hits us with rapid-fire listener questions on as many health topics as she can cover!…
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Colorectal Cancer: Screening, Prevention, and What You Need to Know Welcome back to The Doc Talk Podcast! In this episode, Dr. Shazma Mithani and Dr. Sheila Wijayasinghe take a deep dive into the critical topic of colorectal cancer—the third most commonly diagnosed cancer and the second leading cause of cancer deaths in Canada. Whether you're curio…
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Introduction In this episode of The Doc Talk Podcast, Dr. Shaz Mithani and Dr. Sheila Wijayasinghe delve into a topic that affects millions of women worldwide: perimenopause. This phase of life often brings about various symptoms, from mood swings to cycle changes, and can sometimes leave women feeling like they're in uncharted territory. Today’s d…
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1.5. What’s the Deal With Walking Pneumonia?
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Walking pneumonia is caused by a bacterial infection by Mycoplasma pneumoniae. It’s called walking pneumonia because of the mild to absent symptoms. Even though the symptoms are mild, there are still things that can signal Mycoplasma pneumonia. The symptoms tend to build more slowly and can include cough, but also things like sore throat, runny nos…
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Welcome to episode 1 of The Doc Talk Podcast! This episode is an overview of respiratory season. Key Viruses and the Illnesses They Cause Influenza A (H1N1): Symptoms: Fever, chills, cough, muscle aches, fatigue. Complications: Pneumonia, exacerbation of asthma or heart conditions RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus): Symptoms: Runny nose, cough, whee…
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Welcome to The Doc Talk, a new podcast from Dr. Sheila Wijayasinghe and Dr. Shazma Mithani! Get ready to join them as they answer your healthcare questions, and deep-dive into different medical topics with each episode. They're here to make navigating the healthcare system a bit easier by informing you with what you need to know to get the care you…
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