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Thyroid Cancer Advances and Environmental Factors

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Discover the extraordinary journey of Dr. Ruth Decker, a leading thyroid and parathyroid surgeon whose unique blend of medical and legal expertise is transforming patient care. Explore how her roots in Sheboygan, education at Northwestern University and the University of Wisconsin, and a law degree from Washington University have shaped her innovative approach to surgery. Dr. Decker shares her secrets to demystifying complex procedures using a simple whiteboard, ensuring patients leave her office not just informed, but empowered to make the best decisions for their health.
Our conversation navigates the cutting-edge advancements in thyroid cancer treatment and diagnosis. Marvel at the power of ultrasound technology and the TI-RADS scoring system in revolutionizing cancer detection and management. Dr. Decker sheds light on the nuanced differences between papillary and anaplastic thyroid cancers, while also addressing the growing incidence of thyroid cancer and the critical need for diligent follow-up care. Her insights reveal both the promise and challenges of evolving treatment strategies in this dynamic field.
As we round out the episode, the discussion turns to the broader endocrine implications of weight and environmental factors. Dr. Decker explains how conditions like parathyroid disease, obesity, and hormonal disruptors are interlinked with rising rates of thyroid disease. Uncover how adipose tissue plays a pivotal role in overall health, influencing thyroid, prostate, and breast conditions. This episode offers a comprehensive understanding of the hormone-cancer connection and emphasizes the importance of education and primary care in tackling these complex health challenges.

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Chapters

1. Thyroid Surgery and Patient Education (00:00:00)

2. Advancements in Thyroid Cancer Treatment (00:10:52)

3. Endocrine Implications of Weight and Environment (00:18:58)

4. Hormones and Cancer Linkages (00:23:20)

35 episodes

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Discover the extraordinary journey of Dr. Ruth Decker, a leading thyroid and parathyroid surgeon whose unique blend of medical and legal expertise is transforming patient care. Explore how her roots in Sheboygan, education at Northwestern University and the University of Wisconsin, and a law degree from Washington University have shaped her innovative approach to surgery. Dr. Decker shares her secrets to demystifying complex procedures using a simple whiteboard, ensuring patients leave her office not just informed, but empowered to make the best decisions for their health.
Our conversation navigates the cutting-edge advancements in thyroid cancer treatment and diagnosis. Marvel at the power of ultrasound technology and the TI-RADS scoring system in revolutionizing cancer detection and management. Dr. Decker sheds light on the nuanced differences between papillary and anaplastic thyroid cancers, while also addressing the growing incidence of thyroid cancer and the critical need for diligent follow-up care. Her insights reveal both the promise and challenges of evolving treatment strategies in this dynamic field.
As we round out the episode, the discussion turns to the broader endocrine implications of weight and environmental factors. Dr. Decker explains how conditions like parathyroid disease, obesity, and hormonal disruptors are interlinked with rising rates of thyroid disease. Uncover how adipose tissue plays a pivotal role in overall health, influencing thyroid, prostate, and breast conditions. This episode offers a comprehensive understanding of the hormone-cancer connection and emphasizes the importance of education and primary care in tackling these complex health challenges.

  continue reading

Chapters

1. Thyroid Surgery and Patient Education (00:00:00)

2. Advancements in Thyroid Cancer Treatment (00:10:52)

3. Endocrine Implications of Weight and Environment (00:18:58)

4. Hormones and Cancer Linkages (00:23:20)

35 episodes

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