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Welcome to the new Rare Kidney Disease Show part of the RKD Scientific Network sponsored by Travere Therapeutics. The Rare Kidney Disease Show is your primary source for cutting-edge insights, expert perspectives, and pivotal updates in nephrology. Led by our panel of experts, explore the advances in glomerular nephropathies through compelling conversations, challenging case studies, and discussions tackling hot topics. Join us as we strive to provide you with the ultimate resource to suppor ...
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Dialysis Patient Citizens (DPC) Education Center Podcasts provide individuals with the latest news on kidney disease while focusing on what patients can do to ensure their optimal health. You can also follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin, Twitter and Youtube.
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The Journey Continues

National Kidney Foundation of Illinois

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The Journey Continues is a podcast committed to promoting kidney health and organ donation through powerful stories. Host Monica Fox is a kidney transplant recipient and Director of Outreach and Government Relations for the National Kidney Foundation of Illinois. This series will feature the journeys of kidney patients, living donors, transplant recipients, donor families and industry experts who continue to educate the community through their own experiences and stories.
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GN in Ten

International Society of Glomerular Disease

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A bite-size podcast brought to you by the International Society of Glomerular Disease. Nephrologists and glomerular disease experts Dr. Kenar Jhaveri (Northwell Health/Hofstra University) and Dr. Koyal Jain (UNC Chapel Hill) take a lighthearted look at the latest research, discuss clinical practice, and interview leaders in glomerular medicine — all in a short enough time to listen on your coffee break.
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PeerView (PVI) is a leading provider of high-quality, innovative continuing education (CME/CE/CPE and MOC) for clinicians and their interprofessional teams. Combining evidence-based medicine and instructional expertise, PeerView activities improve the knowledge, skills, and strategies that support clinical performance and patient outcomes. PeerView makes its educational programming and expert-led presentations and symposia available through its network of popular podcast channels to support ...
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PeerView (PVI) is a leading provider of high-quality, innovative continuing education (CME/CE/CPE and MOC) for clinicians and their interprofessional teams. Combining evidence-based medicine and instructional expertise, PeerView activities improve the knowledge, skills, and strategies that support clinical performance and patient outcomes. PeerView makes its educational programming and expert-led presentations and symposia available through its network of popular podcast channels to support ...
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Kidney Journeys

The Road Back To Life

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Welcome to kidney support stories with Ashley and Don, a program brought to you by patients for patients with kidney disease and their families. Hosted by "The Road Back to Life®", a mentoring group for kidney patients.
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RSN’s KidneyTalk™ is an informative, inspirational, and entertaining online, half-hour radio talk show that launched in June of 2006 with host RSN Founder & President Lori Hartwell. With Lori Hartwell’s, a renal disease survivor since 1958, KidneyTalk™ provides the audience with practical advice on how to live a full and productive life despite CKD. The show features healthcare professionals and people living successfully with kidney disease who share personal experiences in inspirational, t ...
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Weekly updates on new data, current advances, and best practices in patient care for a variety of medical specialties including NASH, diabetes, muscular dystrophy, and more from Clinical Care Options. Gain practical strategies and earn CME/CE credit for selected episodes.
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Kidney Stoner

Brian Rosario

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If you or someone you know has kidney disease, then this is the podcast for you. Join me as I navigate the many unspoken issues survivors face everyday. From one Kidney Stoner to the next, let's rage a war against kidney disease. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kidneystoner/support
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Kidney360

American Society of Nephrology

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Kidney360 is ASN's first open access, online only, general kidney journal that includes content from all disciplines of kidney science. Published content includes both clinical and basic science papers. Kidney360 promises to bring you the same high-quality peer-review you've come to expect from ASN's publications.
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Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast is a must-listen for anyone interested in learning more about kidney disease and the experiences of those who live with it. Hosted by a kidney patient this kidney health podcast features interviews with patients, doctors, and other experts in the field, as well as personal stories and insights from the host herself. Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast is a valuable resource for anyone looking to stay informed about the latest developments in kidney health and ...
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In this self-told immersive "true story" of discovery, an audacious young lady, desperately trying to pursue a career in music, is navigating her challenging world, when she receives news that will change her life forever. Journeys with Grace is filled with endurance, survival, hope and humour, set alongside a backdrop of original music composed by Gigi herself, also known as Grace or Tope
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Hard Facts and science-based approach to nutrition, athletic performance, and obtaining optimal health and results. Technical enough to satisfy the nerd in anyone but delivered in an easy to digest format that everyone can enjoy. Dr Anthony Chaffee is a medical doctor and former professional rugby player who spent years researching optimal nutrition and living it out as a Carnivore. He has seen the benefits both in his personal life and in his patients. He is joined by world renowned experts ...
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CREOGs Over Coffee

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A CREOG study podcast for the busy Ob/GYN resident! 10 minutes of knowledge for your drive into work or while you’re savoring that cup of Joe. Make sure to find us on iTunes, Google Podcasts, or Spotify as well!
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Listeners can expect to learn about: • The disease burden and underlying pathophysiology of IgA nephropathy, including the role of endothelin and angiotensin in disease progression • The current IgAN treatment landscape • The response to sparsentan, a dual endothelin angiotensin receptor antagonist, in patients with IgA nephropathy in the phase 3 PROTECT trial
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Welcome to the official Ninja Nerd Podcast! Brought to you by Zach and Rob, we will be presenting on board exam content and highlighting the most important information you need in order to crush your exams and apply these concepts clinically.
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Welcome to the Diabetes Canada Healthcare Huddle – a podcast that invites health care professionals to listen in on the discussion as we explore a diabetes related topic. Each episode, we will present a case study, then have a conversation with an expert about the clinical challenge. And finally, re-visit the case and see how we can apply our new knowledge and tools.
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Join Brian Jerby M.D. as he leads an ongoing discussion on how the status of the gut connects to every other aspect of health. We'll review the latest research and interview the greatest minds in conventional, functional/integrative, and natural medicine.
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Stem cell science is changing medicine and our understanding of human development. The Stem Cell Channel takes you into the labs where cutting edge-research takes place, introduces you to the scientists leading the way, and breaks down how these amazing discoveries impact everyday life and health.
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Jock Doc Podcast

Greetings From The South

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Improvised comedy with the premise of being a medical education podcast. Typical episodes include a medical topic, short sketches, and a strange guest. Listen as Dr. London Smith (.com) and his producer Cameron discuss medical topics with guests that Cameron finds. Not so boring! Co-Created by: Cameron Clark, Cassie Walker, Dylan Walker. Created by: London Smith.
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Having overcome a near-death experience, I decided to close my life coaching practice (accessible previously on this page) and place my health at the forefront of my journey. My focus has pivoted towards advocating not only for myself but also for others. While life coaching tips will still find their place in my content, my main emphasis is now on patient advocacy through sharing my story. Six months ago, I dove into a career in the AI field, aiming to improve my financial stability in the ...
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The goal of Omnicare’s Clinical Services Podcast Series is to touch on relevant topics that are common to the Post-Acute Care setting. These educational videos are provided for informational and reference purposes only. They do not constitute medical, legal, or regulatory advice and are not a substitute for appropriate training and education and treatment by an appropriate medical provider.
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The UK Sepsis Trust CEO and Founder Dr Ron Daniels speaks sepsis and infection management with an array of guests from the realm of healthcare and beyond. Tackling some of the big questions such as ’What’s the more imminent threat: antimicrobial resistance or climate change’, the podcast is a discussion-based series aiming to educate and provoke further thought.
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Hi, I’m Gail Gibson, Master Performance Coach, International Speaker, Podcast Host & Author. I thrive on enabling leaders to step up, shake it off, and shine. Welcome to my podcast, The Can Do Way. My guests, from across the globe, have Can Do stories of growth, resilience, and success to share. Tune in and be inspired by these individuals who have developed a strong Can Do approach. Each one of their stories is unique. Each one of their stories has a key message. It’s the Can Do Way to conn ...
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Kidney Support Network podcast aims at delivering simplified information about Kidney Health & Kidney diseases, which you can use to improve your kidney health and overall health in general. Here we talk about Kidney Failure - CKD, ESRD, Treatment Options for ESRD/Kidney Failure patients, Hemodialysis, Peritoneal Dialysis, Kidney Transplant and many more. From time to time you will listen to our kidney failure patient guests, who will share their stories, learnings and difficulties & how the ...
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Sick and Seeking is hosted by Leslie Field who, after a diagnosis in her late teens of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), has been on a 22-year journey of healing and self-discovery. In this podcast, Leslie invites you to join her for intimate, honest and heartfelt conversations with others who are also on their own healing journeys as they live with and manage the long-term effects of “dis-ease” in the body. Listen to the stories of courageous people who, in the face of an uncertain medical futu ...
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Mayo Clinic Clear Approach

Mayo Clinic Aerospace Medicine

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Mayo Clinic Clear Approach tackles medical topics important to commercial aviators, recreational pilots, or just folks interested in things that fly. Current topics from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), and aviation trends are explored in a serious but sometimes humorous way. Mayo Clinic Clear Approach focuses on a perspective from "the other side of the gurney." Let us navigate the storms of aeromedical certification, medical issues tha ...
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Action Potential

Slice of Healthcare

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Unveiling the Future of Potassium Monitoring. Dive into the nexus of medical innovation and clinical expertise, as we spotlight the game-changers in healthcare and explore the transformative power of continuous potassium data. Join us on a journey of discovery, from the intricacies of hyperkalemia to the voices that shape the future of patient-centric care. Powered by ProtonIntel’s groundbreaking technology, we’re setting new standards and redefining the pulse of modern medicine.
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We talk with employers, benefits advisors, technology innovators, and other experts in wellness, human resources, and healthcare."Healthcare on the Rocks" is a production of Springbuk. Imagine a world where every healthcare decision is backed and guided by data. Springbuk is the health data analytics solution that equips you with the insights and expertise you need to sharpen your benefits strategy, advance employee health, and contain costs. Unlike legacy data warehouses, we simplify data-d ...
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This is a weekly podcast that provides education and encourages dialogue that will enable you to navigate your way through the bureaucracy of our healthcare system. This forum was created for you the patient, the spouse, the caregiver, and millions of Americans that fall victim to kidney disease and failure. We want to capture your stories, share your struggles, and inspire your kidney transplantation efforts. Your host Cindy Barclay is the CEO of Quality Dialysis and an authority on the sub ...
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Butts & Guts: A Cleveland Clinic Digestive Health Podcast

Cleveland Clinic Digestive Disease & Surgery Institute

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A Cleveland Clinic podcast exploring your digestive and surgical health from end to end. You’ll learn how to have the best digestive health possible from your gall bladder to your liver and more from our host, Colorectal Surgeon and President of the Main Campus Submarket Scott Steele, MD.
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FDA Drug Safety Podcasts

U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Center for Drug Evaluation and Research

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FDA Drug Safety Podcasts, produced by FDA's Center for Drug Evaluation and Research, provide emerging safety information about drugs in conjunction with the release of Drug Safety Communications. For more information, please visit: www.fda.gov/drugsafetypodcasts
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Africa Calling is a twice-monthly podcast taking a more in-depth look at current events in Africa, with sound-rich feature reports covered by our correspondents in the field. African voices, African correspondents.
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Premium Member Resources: https://ninjanerd.org Welcome to the Ninja Nerd Podcast with Zach and Rob! In this episode, we discuss Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). You'll learn about the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for CKD. We'll discuss clinical cases to highlight critical diagnostic and management strategies, ensuring you're well-prepared …
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Luis Velez, MD is a board-certified community nephrologist in San Antonio, TX with expertise in hypertension and glomerular disorders. Jessica Coleman, MD is a board-certified community nephrologist practicing between Savanah, GA and Charleston, SC with expertise in hypertension and glomerular disorders. In this episode, Drs Velez and Coleman discu…
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Listen as Dr. London Smith (.com) and his producer Cameron discuss Autosomal Recessive Polycystic Kidney Disease with special guest Skunky Maltodextress (Victor Olivas). Not so boring! https://www.patreon.com/join/jockdocpodcast Hosts: London Smith, Cameron Clark. Guest: Victor Olivas. Produced by: Dylan Walker Created by: London Smith…
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In this episode of The Can Do Way, Accredited Master Coach, Author, and #PKDWarrior, Gail Gibson shares The Story of Two Arrows – My ADPKD (Autodominant Polycystic Kidney Disease) Journey. Executive leadership coach, Gail, is renowned for inspiring resilience, nurturing wellbeing through nature, and fostering leadership excellence. A game-changer f…
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Benjamin Freedman, Ph.D., delves into the creation and functionality of kidney organoids. He discusses their focus on filtration over hormone functions, and answer intriguing questions about urine characterization and the necessity of organoid structures. Freedman explores the use of scaffolds for implants and ponder the philosophical implications …
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In this week's episode we’ll discuss the safety and efficacy of decitabine in older patients with AML; learn how heme-induced loss of renovascular endothelial protein C receptor promotes chronic kidney disease in sickle mice, and discuss the outcomes of treatment with HLA-mismatched HSCT with TCRab/CD19 lymphocyte depletion or post-HSCT cyclophosph…
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Thomas Weimbs is a professor at the University of California in Santa Barbara (UCSB) where he directs a research laboratory focused on polycystic kidney disease (PKD). He received his doctoral degree from the University of Cologne, Germany, and then conducted postdoctoral research at the University of California in San Francisco. In 1999, he starte…
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Today, Fei and Nick discuss chronic kidney disease and pregnancy. What do we need to know about CKD, and how does it affect pregnancy outcomes? A new exciting announcement: we have started OB/Gyn GOALS, located at obgyngoals.org. This is a free, weekly residency curriculum focused on CREOG learning objectives. Sign up now to receive your weekly les…
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For this episode of the Global Kidney Care Podcast, Jonathan Barratt, MD, MSc, PhD is Professor of Renal Medicine, Department of Cardiovascular Sciences at the University of Leicester and Richard Lafayette, MD, FACP is a Nephrologist and Professor of Medicine at the Division of Nephrology Department of Medicine, Stanford University discuss the chan…
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Polycystic Kidney Disease: What do a Polish King and an American playwright have in common? What are the symptoms of PKD, and how do we treat it? In this episode, we delve into the history, symptoms, and causes of PKD. Tune in to find out more! Check out our website: https://anatomyofillness.com/ PKD Foundation (US): https://pkdcure.org/ PKD Charit…
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In this episode of "Healthcare on the Rocks: Employee Benefits with a Twist," hosts David Pittman and Brittany Hardaway sit down with Will Rumsey, Senior Vice President of Sales at Specialty Care Management (SCM). Will shares his journey in the healthcare industry and explains how SCM focuses on risk mitigation in the renal space. He discusses thei…
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In this episode, we go single pilot and cover one of the most common valvular heart issues -- mitral valve regurgitation. For stable established cases of mild severity, a pilot might not even need Special Issuance Authorization. CACI qualification is possible, and if appropriate testing is obtained ahead of the time of the flight physical, aeromedi…
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Jonathan has been in the nutrition industry, studying carefully for nearly 15 years, and has competed in bodybuilding competitions within the UK, including BNBF and UKBFF with top placings. He has also undertaken several courses surrounding human health, including Medical Science and a Nutrition and Herbal Science certification. His biggest accolad…
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Across the United States, homelessness has been on the rise. In California, there have been over 181,000 people without a stable place to call home—about 30 percent of the nation’s homeless population. During the COVID-19 pandemic, those numbers continued to rise as earnings dropped and the housing affordability crisis worsened. What interventions …
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Across the United States, homelessness has been on the rise. In California, there have been over 181,000 people without a stable place to call home—about 30 percent of the nation’s homeless population. During the COVID-19 pandemic, those numbers continued to rise as earnings dropped and the housing affordability crisis worsened. What interventions …
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In this week's episode we'll learn about iron, HFE hemochromatosis, and infections. In this large, population-based study, both high and low levels of plasma iron and transferrin saturation were associated with increased risks of infection. Then, we'll discuss how bispecific antibodies improve CAR T-cell response in B-cell malignancies. In-vitro an…
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Diabetes Mellitus: What are the symptoms? What are the causes? And what is the difference between type 1 and type 2? In this episode, we will explore the history of diabetes, how it is tested, and how it is treated. Tune in to find out more. Check out our website: https://anatomyofillness.com/ Support us on Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com…
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CHAPTER 6 - SOMETHING'S GOTTA CHANGE Who can say they’ve been in a girl band, made jingles for radio, been in a garage band, witnessed shootings, worked with Simon Cowell & had the opportunity to play semi pro football. You guessed it! So Buckle in whilst Grace takes us through 12yrs of hard grafting & re-working, to figure out: where she really wa…
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CHAPTER 5 - FIGHT OR FLIGHT It takes a village to raise a child & Grace looks back on this notion first hand. The last year for her & her siblings had shown Grace another way of life & now back to her ‘usual’ ways, it showed how much of an unknowing effect it had on her. She takes us through the aftermath of this, with different family dynamics, ne…
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CHAPTER 2 - HOW DID I GET HERE? After Grace's life changing moment, she takes us back through her journey so far, starting where it all began, her parents. We hear what life was like for them in the 70's & 80's, coming to Britain from Nigeria and how their experiences may have: set the tone for Grace's world. If you like what you hear, why not show…
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CHAPTER 3 - THERE'S NO PLACE LIKE HOME You could use many words to describe Grace's childhood but boring wouldn't be one of them. From a daring dinner money scheme at school, to front row seats watching robberies in the neighbourhood, Grace has experienced more than most, so expect boundary testing, Nigerian discipline & a whole load of hilarious s…
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CHAPTER 4 - TRICKED! They say adults know best & Grace finds out just how far the adults in her life will go for her (& her siblings) ‘betterment’, as she gets the surprise of her life, on a fun filled family holiday (with shocking revelations). If you like what you hear, why not show me some love...you can subscribe, share, leave a review or ratin…
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CHAPTER 7 - THE PURSUIT OF HAPPINESS Grace decides it’s ‘now or never’ & takes her dream to the next level. Cue record deals, synchronicities, managers, studio time with top producers & artists, all whilst putting a stop on her Crohn’s disease…only for something bigger to come along & test her. If you like what you hear, why not show me some love..…
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Today we are joined by gastroenterologist Dr. Gil Melmed. He discusses the high prevalence of pain in patients with IBD, especially among those hospitalized with acute pain. He also highlights the risks associated with opioid use and advocates for a proactive pain management approach while describing a proactive pain bundle implemented at Cedar-Sin…
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This program discusses humanist and scholar Walter Capps’ teaching of ethics and civic values in the classroom and beyond. The panel consists of Katya Armistead, Assistant Vice Chancellor and Dean of Student Life at UCSB and co-directs the Civic Engagement Scholars Program, Tim Kring, a screenwriter whose work focuses on themes of interconnectivity…
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This program discusses humanist and scholar Walter Capps’ teaching of ethics and civic values in the classroom and beyond. The panel consists of Katya Armistead, Assistant Vice Chancellor and Dean of Student Life at UCSB and co-directs the Civic Engagement Scholars Program, Tim Kring, a screenwriter whose work focuses on themes of interconnectivity…
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Trailer - Journeys with Grace (extended visual trailer available on Spotify) Here is a taster of what's in store. Soooo what are you waiting for? Strap up, cos it's gonna be a rollercoaster. Written, voiced and produced by myself Grace Gigi Ogun, with Script Editor Dani Moseley. The amazing sound design and mix was by Marc Farey for Thousand Mile M…
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CHAPTER 1 - LIFE’S A ROLLERCOASTER Dealing with Crohn's disease in an ordinary 9-5 world is tough enough, so dealing with it as a football playing, music producing creative, working all the hours and travelling across continents, can make things even harder. Most would quit the dream but Grace's dreams are too big to allow Crohn's to win. However, …
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This week on Butts & Guts, we welcome back Dr. Mike Leonis of Cleveland Clinic Children's to discuss the latest updates in the diagnosis and treatment of acute liver failure (ALF). Listen to learn everything you need to know about ALF in children, including the symptoms, diagnosis, and how treatment of this life-threatening condition continues to e…
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Content Warning. This podcast episode contains discussions of a sensitive nature, including deceased organ donation, that may be triggering for some individuals. In this episode, Host Dee Moore and Dr Emma Coyne, Renal Clinical Psychologist delve into the crucial role of Psychologists in preparing kidney patients for transplantation. Dr. Emma share…
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Lucy is one of the most famous fossils of all time. The discovery of this species had a major impact on the science of human origins and evolution. Why? What was that impact? The symposium speakers—each a prominent scientist in their field—will address this question and specifically discuss the discovery’s impact through time, starting with the fir…
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The discovery of Lucy in 1974 gave insight into early hominin body form but lacked hand bones. Subsequent findings revealed Australopithecus afarensis hand morphology. New discoveries and research since then, including associated hand skeletons and archaeological evidence, have enhanced our understanding of hominin hand evolution and tool use. Thes…
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The discovery of Lucy in 1974 gave insight into early hominin body form but lacked hand bones. Subsequent findings revealed Australopithecus afarensis hand morphology. New discoveries and research since then, including associated hand skeletons and archaeological evidence, have enhanced our understanding of hominin hand evolution and tool use. Thes…
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Lucy is one of the most famous fossils of all time. The discovery of this species had a major impact on the science of human origins and evolution. Why? What was that impact? The symposium speakers—each a prominent scientist in their field—will address this question and specifically discuss the discovery’s impact through time, starting with the fir…
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The discovery of Lucy in 1974 gave insight into early hominin body form but lacked hand bones. Subsequent findings revealed Australopithecus afarensis hand morphology. New discoveries and research since then, including associated hand skeletons and archaeological evidence, have enhanced our understanding of hominin hand evolution and tool use. Thes…
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Lucy is one of the most famous fossils of all time. The discovery of this species had a major impact on the science of human origins and evolution. Why? What was that impact? The symposium speakers—each a prominent scientist in their field—will address this question and specifically discuss the discovery’s impact through time, starting with the fir…
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Lucy is one of the most famous fossils of all time. The discovery of this species had a major impact on the science of human origins and evolution. Why? What was that impact? The symposium speakers—each a prominent scientist in their field—will address this question and specifically discuss the discovery’s impact through time, starting with the fir…
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The discovery of Lucy in 1974 gave insight into early hominin body form but lacked hand bones. Subsequent findings revealed Australopithecus afarensis hand morphology. New discoveries and research since then, including associated hand skeletons and archaeological evidence, have enhanced our understanding of hominin hand evolution and tool use. Thes…
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What is a craft? For Plato, paradigmatic craft-practitioners include the doctor, carpenter and navigator; an updated, more generous conception should include the dancer, coder, waitress, painter, chef, professional athlete, and firefighter. Rachel Barney, professor of philosophy at the University of Toronto, discusses how each of these skilled prac…
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What is a craft? For Plato, paradigmatic craft-practitioners include the doctor, carpenter and navigator; an updated, more generous conception should include the dancer, coder, waitress, painter, chef, professional athlete, and firefighter. Rachel Barney, professor of philosophy at the University of Toronto, discusses how each of these skilled prac…
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