Best Pkd Podcasts (2025)

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Measuring Progress: Understanding TKV in PKD Management 36:05

3d ago36:05

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Listeners are invited to delve into the intricacies of Total Kidney Volume (TKV) and its role in tracking the progression of PKD. Discover how TKV is measured, what it signifies for disease progression, and its implications for treatment decisions. The episode explores treatments that impact TKV measurements and offers guidance on how patients and …

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🕗Politics Interfere With The Next Generation of Vaccines Beyond mRNA Ep.323 10:14

1d ago10:14

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Send us a text Dr. Michael Koren Joins Kevin Geddings to discuss how the current political situation in Washington, D.C. is interfering with clinical research. They discuss the Vaxart trial, that is looking at the next generation of oral COVID vaccines, and how it has been affected by the Trump administration's inconsistent orders regarding vaccine…

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🎙Looking Into Breast Imaging, Part 1 Ep. 322 45:56

3d ago45:56

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Send us a text Radiologist Sue Jane Grosso-Rivas, MD joins cardiologist and clinical researcher Michael J. Koren, MD to share her inspiring journey from aspiring secretary to Medical Co-Director of Breast Imaging at Summit Health. The doctoral duo discuss how Dr. Grosso-Rivas’s career was shaped by a school counselor who recognized her potential an…

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3 - The Skull 1:02:50

9d ago1:02:50

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Welcome to Chicks with Dick, where Jane and Roz look through the works of Phillip K Dick. Today we read "The Skull". Our theme song is "Rocket Going Up" by Haunted Airports. Our next episode is about "The Little Movement".By Chicks with PKD

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🎙Getting to the Root of Psoriasis Ep. 321 17:19

10d ago17:19

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Send us a text Dermatologist Dr. Kristen Stewart digs deep to get to the root of psoriasis, a skin condition that affects approximately 3% of Americans. She talks about the role of systemic inflammation and how excessive inflammation can impact multiple body systems beyond just the skin. Dr. Stewart reviews her experience treating psoriasis, differ…

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Yes, You Actually Do Need Vaccines 40:02

11d ago40:02

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No one likes being poked with a needle, but it’s way better than getting seriously sick. It can be hard to stay up to date with all your vaccinations, though: There’s a new COVID vaccine every year, the new RSV vaccine in 2023, and... when was the last time you got a tetanus booster? On this episode of Health Matters, Dr. Gregory Poland explains ho…

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🕗Back to School as a Health Reset Ep. 320 9:04

12d ago9:04

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Send us a text The back-to-school season represents an ideal time to reset health priorities and schedules, potentially more impactful than New Year's resolutions. Dr. Michael Koren joins Kevin Geddings to discuss how the changes that come with a new school year also include health changes and the inevitable spread of the flu. They talk about how n…

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🎙The Three Musketeers of Heart Health Ep. 319 21:57

17d ago21:57

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Send us a text Cardiothoracic surgeon Dr. Mustafa "Dr. Kurk" Kurkluoglu joins cardiologist Dr. Michael Koren to discuss three mechanisms that affect heart health: Oxidative stress, dangerous charged particles that can damage cells Inflammation, an immune process that can get out of control Endothelial dysfunction, cells that line blood vessels stop…

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🕗Healthcare Histories Make Moot Modern Medical Mysteries Ep. 318 10:38

19d ago10:38

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Send us a text Cardiologist Dr. Michael Koren joins Kevin Geddings to talk about how we can learn a lot about medicine by knowing our history. The duo discuss how the history of healthcare, including smallpox inoculation in the 1800s, can inform us of the benefits of life-saving medicines like vaccines. They also talk about the history of obesity, …

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2 - The Gun 1:07:57

23d ago1:07:57

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Welcome to Chicks with Dick, where Jane and Roz look through the works of Phillip K Dick. Today we read "The Gun". Our theme song is "Rocket Going Up" by Haunted Airports. Our next episode is about "The Skull".By Chicks with PKD

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🎙How Healthy Lifestyles Increase Lifespan Ep. 317 22:30

25d ago22:30

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Send us a text Dr. Michael Greger joins Dr. Michael Koren to discuss his life's work spreading nutritional knowledge. Dr. Greger talks about how a change in diet and lifestyle helped add 31 years to his grandmother's prognosis and how this event convinced him to go into medicine. He explains how a healthy diet is more about adding healthy foods tha…

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Thriving with HIV: Everything You've Missed Since the '90s 30:05

25d ago30:05

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More people are living with HIV than ever before. And no, it's not because transmission rates have spiked. It's because people who are HIV positive are living longer, healthier lives—a radical change from decades past. On this episode of Health Matters, we're celebrating how far we've come with Dr. Maryam Mahmood, and learning more about HIV looks …

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🕗Building Community By Sharing Knowledge Ep. 316 6:00

26d ago6:00

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Send us a text Dr. Michael Koren joins Kevin Geddings to discuss how clinical research sites like ENCORE Research Group and medical information companies like MedEvidence can build and give back to communities by sharing what they know. Dr. Koren explains that medical experts can help people understand complex topics such as obesity and the skin co…

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🎙What's On the Horizon for Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)? Ep. 315 38:39

1M ago38:39

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Send us a text Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is the most common inherited kidney disease. Those with PKD have a 50% chance of passing it on to their children and have progressively worse kidney function as they age. World-known PKD researcher Dr. Fouad Chebib joins Dr. Michael Koren to discuss the symptoms, risks, genetic cause, and treatment opt…

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🕗 The Link Between Poverty and Obesity in the U.S. Ep. 314 10:06

1M ago10:06

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Send us a text Over the past 100 years, the poorest Americans have shifted from being underweight to becoming the group most likely to be overweight. Dr. Michael Koren joins Kevin Geddings to explore some of the social determinants of health underlying this trend. They touch on the complex biological, economic, and environmental factors contributin…

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1 - Beyond Lies The Wub 1:07:10

1M ago1:07:10

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Welcome to Chicks with Dick, where Jane and Roz look through the works of Phillip K Dick. Today we read "Beyond Lies The Wub". Our theme song is "Rocket Going Up" by Haunted Airports. Our next episode is about "The Gun"By Chicks with PKD

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Empowerment, Support, and Connection While Navigating PKD – Part 2 28:22

1M ago28:22

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In this episode, we continue our conversation with Lisa Smallwood Belk and Alix Piccirilli, on how PKD has impacted their lives and families. In part two, Lisa and Alix dive into practical, actionable ways people with PKD and their loved ones can make a difference, including: Connecting with the PKD community online Participating in clinical trials…

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🎙A Dose of Canadian Healthcare Ep.313 29:18

1M ago29:18

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Send us a text Dr. Michael Koren sits down with Dr. Allan Rosenfeld, a Canadian physician specializing in occupational medicine. The two doctors explore some of the realities of Canadian healthcare by moving through Dr. Rosenfeld's career in family practice, occupational medicine, and his personal use of the healthcare system. Dr. Rosenfeld offers …

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Gland Central: Understanding the Thyroid 39:00

1M ago39:00

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Roughly 20 million Americans already have some form of a thyroid issue. And it's estimated that over half of them.... are completely unaware of it. On this episode of Health Matters, Dr. Mabel Ryder breaks down the thyroid's important role in the body and how it affects all organs — and what happens when it's not functioning optimally. Sign up to r…

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🕗 Science, Sales, Scams and Scienceploitation Ep. 312 6:09

1M ago6:09

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Send us a text Dr. Michael Koren joins Kevin Geddings to introduce the concept of "scienceploitation." He explains that many marketing tactics in the health and supplement industry are disguised as scientific claims. For example, phrases like "supports immune health" often sound convincing but are meaningless without specific, evidence-based backin…

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Chicks With Dick Trailer 0:45

1M ago0:45

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Welcome to Chicks with Dick, where Jane and Roz look through the works of Phillip K Dick. Our first episode will be on "Beyond Lies The Wub". Our theme song is "Rocket Going Up" by Haunted Airports See you soon!By Chicks with PKD

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🎙Breaking Into the Clinical Research Job Field Ep. 311 21:01

2M ago21:01

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Send us a text Dr. Michael Koren hosts Brian Achille, the Chief Operating Officer of the Certified Clinical Research Professionals Society (CCRPS). Brian draws a distinction between doing clinical research casually and doing it professionally. The distinction highlights how professional training and attitudes prove to be a benefit to research and t…

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🕗Kidney Disease and the Links to Heart Health Ep. 310 4:53

2M ago4:53

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Send us a text Cardiologist Michael Koren joins Kevin Geddings to discuss how kidney disease can offect other body systems, including the heart. The doctor explains that people with kidney dysfunction have significantly higher risks for cardiovascular problems including heart attacks, heart failure, and strokes. Dr. Koren differentiates between typ…

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🎙Real Stories From Research Participants Ep.309 45:59

2M ago45:59

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Send us a text Surveys show that 97-99% of participants who participate in one clinical research study would sign up for another. We wind out why in this episode, recorded in front of a live audience. Dr. Michael Koren and Nalini Jones, CCRC are joined by three clinical research patients to review the good, the bad, and the ugly in the history of c…

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🎙Waking Up to the Dangers of Insomnia Ep. 308 34:04

2M ago34:04

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Send us a text Dr. Mitchell Rothstein joins Dr. Michael Koren to wake us up to the dangers of insomnia. Insomnia is a common sleep disorder affecting approximately 30% of adults and is characterized by poor sleep on at least three nights a week for three months or more. Dr. Rothstein reviews what insomnia is, what is happening in the brain, and wha…

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Monitoring & Management of Chronic Complications in PK Deficiency 40:13

2M ago40:13

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On this episode of Just Listen: Voices of PK Deficiency, host Dr. Rachel Grace interviews Dr. Andreas Glenthøj, a hematologist from Copenhagen University Hospital, about his journey into genetic red blood cell disorders and the latest international guidelines for managing PK deficiency. They discuss various complications like iron overload, bone de…

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When Good Food Goes Bad: How to Protect Yourself from Food Poisoning 35:00

2M ago35:00

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Most people know not to eat the potato salad that’s been sitting on the picnic table for 8 hours. But what about leftover takeout, raw cookie dough, or produce and meat recalls? Is your gurgling stomach a herald of doom? On this episode of Health Matters, we talk with Dr. Christine Ragay-Cathers about what happens when food goes bad, common culprit…

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🕗Understanding Biomarkers in Modern Medicine Ep. 307 8:06

2M ago8:06

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Send us a text Dr. Michael Koren joins Kevin Geddings to explain biomarkers, which he describes as biological indicators that may mark the presence of disease. Researchers are increasingly looking at biomarkers for their potential in early detection of disease before symptoms appear. Dr. Koren brings it home with a personal story of how current res…

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🎙Building a Community Through Clinical Trials Ep. 306 18:46

2M ago18:46

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Send us a text Steve Satek joins Dr. Michael Koren to share his journey from bench researcher to founding his own community clinical trial site. The entrepreneur describes how he pioneered embedding clinical research directly in Chicago neighborhoods to form a strong integration with the community. He talks about the importance of building trust th…

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🕗 Even Harvard Docs Find the Healthcare System Difficult to Navigate Ep. 305 5:59

2M ago5:59

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Send us a text Dr. Koren joins Kevin Geddings to reflect on his conversations with Harvard Medical School classmates at his class reunion. He recounts stories of these Harvard medical doctors struggling to navigate the healthcare system despite their medical training and how clinical trials provide a valuable resource for helping patients navigate …

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🎙 The Whole-Person Approach to Diabetes Care Ep. 304 4:15

2M ago4:15

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Send us a text Dr. Michael Koren interviews Lavern Dowell, an advanced registered nurse practitioner who specializes in diabetes care. They discuss her approach to treating the whole person and how mental health can impact everything from diet and exercise to the ability to go see a physician. They also emphasize the need to increase diversity in m…

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Empowerment, support, and connection while navigating PKD - Part I 36:02

2M ago36:02

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🎙 Modern Medicine is Transforming Hidradenitis Suppurativa Treatment Ep. 303 34:36

2M ago34:36

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Send us a text Dermatologist Dr. Michael Bernhardt joins Dr. Eric Schramm to discuss hidradenitis suppurativa (HS), a debilitating skin condition that affects skin creases such as the armpits and groin. HS is an inflammatory condition that can be misdiagnosed for years. New medications target the underlying inflammation. Treatments are currently in…

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Vital Outdoor First-Aid Lessons Before the Big Hike: Medical Best Practices That Could Save Your Life 37:04

2M ago37:04

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The sun on your face, the wind in your hair, the earth crunching under your boots… what’s not to love? Well, maybe blisters. Or spider bites. Or a sprained ankle. Actually, a lot of things can go wrong in nature. But with preparation, you can make good decisions and take in all the benefits fresh air has to offer. This episode, we’re joined by Dr. …

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🕗 Making a Difference Through Clinical Trials Ep. 302 9:14

2M ago9:14

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Send us a text Dr. Michael Koren joins Kevin Geddings to discuss the motivations of clinical trial veterans who repeatedly participate in medical research studies. Dr. Koren shares that these participants consistently cite the desire to "Make a Difference" as their primary motivation, pushing science and medicine forward for generations to come. Be…

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🎙 The Liver: Common Causes of Complications, Cirrhosis, and Cancer Ep. 301 23:32

2M ago23:32

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Send us a text Dr. Nikhil Kapila joins Dr. Michael Koren on this live MedEvidence! presentation. Dr. Kapila, a liver disease specialist, explains why we can't live without our liver. The doctors review what the liver does, what can cause damage to the liver, and what can go wrong when the liver suffers damage. They also discuss the importance of ea…

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🕗 Knowledge is Power, hsCRP and Heart Disease Risk Ep. 300 7:26

3M ago7:26

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Send us a text Dr. Michael Koren joins Kevin Geddings to discuss how Knowledge is Power - especially when it comes to medicine. The doctor explains how diagnostic tests like high sensitivity C-reactive protein (HSCRP) empower physicians and patients by giving insight into heart attack and stroke risk. Dr. Koren also tells us that even simple things…

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🕗 Ever wondered why there's so much advertising around AFib? Ep. 299 6:31

3M ago6:31

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Send us a text Dr. Michael Koren joins Kevin Geddings to discuss why atrial fibrillation (AFib) receives so much attention in advertising compared to other services hospitals provide. The cardiologist explains the financial incentives for hospitals and device manufacturers behind these marketing campaigns, contrasting them with clinical research, w…

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🎙Inside the Inflammatory Cascade: Understanding Psoriasis Ep. 298 35:44

3M ago35:44

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Send us a text Dr. Michael Bernhardt, a dermatologist and clinical researcher, joins Dr. Erich Schramm to discuss the revolutionary advancements in psoriasis treatment over the past two decades. The doctors discuss how psoriasis is an inflammatory disease more than an autoimmune disease. They discuss what inflammation is, the inflammation pathway i…

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The Mental Health Conversation Your Primary Team Wishes You Would Have 37:14

3M ago37:14

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You probably know that modern mental health care doesn’t mean lying down on a couch and looking at ink blots. But you might not realize that for many folks, mental health care starts in primary care. Your primary care physician could be your first—and maybe only—stop on your way to mental wellness. On this episode of Health Matters, we talk with Dr…

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🎙Migraines: Navigating The War Zone Ep. 297 57:03

3M ago57:03

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Send us a text Doctor Carolyn Tran joins Neurologist Steven Toenjes to discuss migraines. Migraine is a complex brain disease affecting one in five women and one in ten men, with treatments ranging from traditional medications to cutting-edge therapies targeting specific pathways in the brain. The doctors talk about the causes - or lack thereof, th…

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BONUS EPISODE: Face in the Mirror 33:08

3M ago33:08

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We're excited to share an audio preview of our new book, Face in the Mirror: A Surgeon, a Patient, and the Remarkable Story of the First Face Transplant at Mayo Clinic. You can order your print copy of the book from Mayo Clinic Press, or keep listening to the audiobook on Audible, Libro.fm, Audiobooks.com, or wherever you get your audiobooks. Adver…

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🕗 Beyond mRNA: Novavax Gets FDA Approval Ep. 296 8:44

3M ago8:44

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Send us a text The FDA has granted full approval to Novavax's COVID-19 vaccine, providing an alternative to mRNA vaccines that works through a different mechanism using proteins and adjuvants. Despite being four years into the pandemic, COVID-19 remains a significant health concern, causing approximately 1 in 200 deaths in the US in 2025. • Novavax…

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🕗 Oral COVID Vaccines: A New Frontier Ep. 295 10:52

3M ago10:52

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Send us a text Dr. Michael Koren shares exciting news about the revival of an oral COVID vaccine study previously halted by government spending cuts. The non-mRNA vaccine trial represents an important alternative approach that apparently received priority status even under strict budget reviews. • Oral COVID vaccine study in Jacksonville now active…

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🎙From PSA to Personalized Prostate Care, Part 3 Ep. 294 14:52

3M ago14:52

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Send us a text Urologist and president of the Duval County Medical Society Dr. Ali Kasraeian joins Dr. Michael Koren to update us on recent advances in Urology. In Part 3 of this series, Dr. Koren and Dr. Kasraeian dive deep into the latest advancements in prostate cancer detection and treatment options. They explore the evolution from basic PSA sc…

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A Surgeon, a Patient, and the Remarkable Story of the First Face Transplant at Mayo Clinic 33:45

3M ago33:45

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The first face transplant was performed in 2005. Since then, only about 50 face transplants have been done in the entire world. It’s a complex surgery that requires all the expertise a surgeon can bring to the table. It can also be life-changing for patients. On this episode of Health Matters, we’ve got two amazing guests: Dr. Samir Mardini, a faci…

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PKD and Emotions: Real Talk for Young Warriors 46:30

3M ago46:30

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This episode speaks directly to young people living with PKD, addressing the profound emotional challenges that come with the territory. From dealing with a new diagnosis to navigating feelings of loss and uncertainty, we tackle the mental health aspects of PKD head-on. Join us for honest conversations about grief, resilience, and the mental hurdle…

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🕗Breaking Medical Barriers in Saudi Arabia Ep. 293 7:19

3M ago7:19

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Send us a text Dr. Michael Koren shares insights from his recent speaking tour across Saudi Arabia where he delivered 14 lectures in 6 days to sophisticated healthcare providers eager for American medical research. His observations reveal surprising aspects of Saudi healthcare including English as the professional language, universal insurance cove…

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🎙From PSA to Personalized Prostate Care, Part 2 Ep. 292 18:18

3M ago18:18

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Send us a text Urologist and president of the Duval County Medical Society Dr. Ali Kasraeian joins Dr. Michael Koren to update us on recent advances in Urology. In Part 2 of this series, Dr. Koren and Dr. Kasraeian explore into the controversial history of PSA testing. Dr. Kasraeian explains how this simple blood test revolutionized prostate cancer…

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