Best Northwestern Medicine Podcasts (2024)

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S3 Ep127: Going Bare Down There 18:09

1h ago18:09

18:09

Have you ever wondered about the history of pubic hair removal, current trends, risks and benefit? In this episode, you will learn more than you ever wanted to know including: The EVOLUTIONARY reason for pubic hair The BIOLOGIC BENEFIT of pubic hair A brief HISTORY of pubic hair removal trends and techniques Current TRENDS in pubic hair styles WHY …

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Episode 6: Interview with Dan Masden of Northwestern Mutual on Long Term Care 24:33

11h ago24:33

24:33

Join us for an enlightening Episode 6 of the Live for Today, Plan for Tomorrow Podcast, hosted by Gabe Bodner. This episode features Dan Madsen, a Wealth Management Advisor from Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company, as we explore the crucial topic of long-term care. Dan brings his expertise to discuss what long-term care entails, whether it's…

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71. Fellows’ Case Files: University of New Mexico 36:43

4h ago36:43

36:43

Today we’re visiting the University of New Mexico for another interesting entry in our Fellows’ Case Files. Meet Our Guests Neel Vahil is a second-year internal medicine resident at the University of New Mexico. He completed medical school at New York Medical College and is planning on applying to pulmonary critical care fellowship programs. Ishan …

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The Evolution of Digital Pathology with Lee Cooper, PhD 20:11

1h ago20:11

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New advances in digital pathology are revolutionizing the analysis of disease, paving the way for greater accuracy and efficiency when it comes to diagnostics, predicting outcomes and treatment. In this episode, Lee Cooper, PhD, discusses the future of digital and computational pathology and his research on machine learning and pathology, including…

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S3 Ep126: A Deep Dive into RECURRENT UTI-Update! 26:53

4d ago26:53

26:53

The only thing more miserable than a urinary tract infection (UTI) is when it happens again, and again, and again. But, good news, there are ways to prevent post menopause RECURRENT URINARY TRACT INFECTIONS. But sometimes urinary urgency, burning and that “gotta go” feeling is NOT FROM an INFECTION, and need a completely different kind of treatment…

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S3 Ep125: The Musculoskeletal Syndrome of Menopause with Dr. Vonda Wright 54:09

11d ago54:09

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When one thinks of a medical specialty that is knowledgeable about menopause, usually an Ob Gyn, Family Practice doctor, Internist or maybe a urologist comes to mind. In this episode , I am talking to Dr. Vonda Wright, an orthopedic surgeon who has made it her mission to raise awareness about the musculoskeletal changes that occur as a result of me…

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Episode 5: Interview with Heidi Heineke of Robertson Ryan Insurance 23:08

12d ago23:08

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Welcome to Episode 5 of the "Live for Today, Plan for Tomorrow" podcast, hosted by Gabe Bodner of The Bodner Team | Reverse Mortgage Planners. In this episode, we sit down with Heidi Heineke, Insurance Agent and Vice President at Robertson Ryan Insurance. Join us as we dive into the critical role of insurance in safeguarding your real estate invest…

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70. Bronchoscopy Emergencies with Critical Care Time 1:07:27

14d ago1:07:27

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We’re super excited to have a joint episode this week with Dr. Cyrus Askin and Dr. Nick Mark from Critical Care Time! We discuss all the ways that bronchoscopy can be your best friend in the ICU and how to be prepared for the unexpected scary situations that arise in the ICU. This ranges from airway bleeds, difficult intubations, lobar collapse, an…

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Driving Innovations in Biostatistics with Denise Scholtens, PhD 23:33

14d ago23:33

23:33

Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine is home to a team of premier faculty and staff biostatisticians who are a driving force of data analytic innovation and excellence. In this episode, Denise Scholtens, PhD, a leader in biostatistics at Feinberg, discusses the growing importance of the field of biostatistics and how she leverages he…

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S3 Ep124: All Hormones Are Not Created Equal With Dr. James Simon 45:34

18d ago45:34

45:34

Every available type of hormone therapy will effectively eliminate hot flashes and other menopause symptoms. However, all hormone therapy is not the same. Individual formulations impact bone health, breast health, and cardiovascular health differently. In episode 123, Dr. James Simon and I discussed starting hormone therapy after the age of 60. In …

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Cybersecurity Intelligence for Healthcare 29:43

20d ago29:43

29:43

Charles Aunger, founder and CEO of HEAL Security, speaks with Dr. Christine Stock, Managing Director of Medical Affairs at Health2047. They discuss the pressing need for healthcare systems to identify and address vulnerabilities in their systems and devices. Charles shares his extensive experience in IT leadership and underscores the importance of …

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69. Rapid Fire Journal Club 7 – SMART Meta-Analysis 16:50

21d ago16:50

16:50

Today on Rapid Fire Journal Club we’re reviewing a new article type and discussing a meta-analysis of Single Maintenance and Reliever Therapy (SMART) for asthma. Article and Reference Today we’re taking a deeper diver into SMART treatment for asthma to continue our discussion of inhalers. Reference: Sobieraj DM, Weeda ER, Nguyen E, Coleman CI, Whit…

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S3 Ep123: Hormone Therapy AFTER Age 60 with Dr. James Simon 28:06

25d ago28:06

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While it has been established that the most optimal time to start hormone therapy is within ten years of the menopause transition or before age 60, one of the most common questions that pops up is, “Is it safe to start hormone therapy after age 60?” In this episode I have a conversation with Dr. James Simon to determine WHO is a candidate for a “la…

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Episode 4: Interview with Glenn Bott of Glenn Bott's Great Life Academy 21:52

27d ago21:52

21:52

Welcome to the "Live for Today, Plan for Tomorrow Podcast" hosted by Gabe Bodner, the Producing Branch Manager and Reverse Mortgage Planner at The Bodner Team | Reverse Mortgage Planners. Join us as we navigate the intricate world of real estate, mortgages, and retirement planning with the expertise of industry veterans and special guests. In each …

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68. Fellows’ Case Files: Mount Sinai Morningside 38:48

1M ago38:48

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We’re back with another Case Files episode from Mt. Sinai Morningside. Listen in to hear another great case and some key learning points along the way. Meet Our Guests Dr. Sara Luby is a third-year Internal Medicine resident and rising chief resident at Mt. Sinai Morningside/West and planning on applying to Pulmonary and Critical Care fellowship th…

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Leading Pediatric Obesity Research with Justin Ryder, PhD 22:32

1M ago22:32

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Northwestern Medicine scientists are at the forefront of research investigating the most effective ways of treating obesity in children and teens and improving their access to care. In this episode, Justin Ryder, PhD, a clinical and translational obesity scientist at Feinberg, talks about the use of new GLP-1–based medications for childhood obesity…

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S3 Ep122: Navigating Menopause: Celebrity Style- Here We Go Again! 27:43

1M ago27:43

27:43

In 2009 I was invited to appear on The Oprah Winfrey Show as a menopause expert to counter the other menopause “expert”, actress turned author Suzanne Somers. “Dr” Somers is not the only celebrity to help women navigate menopause. Today, Gwyneth Paltrow, Selma Hayek, Naomi Watts, and others are also doling out advice, and in some cases selling prod…

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Episode Three: Interview with Gabriel Ettenson, a Mind-Body Medicine Specialist, with Sage Space 30:59

1M ago30:59

30:59

Have you wondered how to re-wire your brain? Well, check out Gabe’s latest Podcast as he interviews Gabriel Ettenson… Gabe and Gabriel get into some fascinating discussions around the mind-body connection and how we can create new neuro pathways in our brains to help us deal with chronic pain or depression or anxiety or even addiction. By utilizing…

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S3 Ep121: Dr. Streicher and Dr. Mary Claire Haver Respond to a “New” Model to Manage Menopause 42:20

1M ago42:20

42:20

Don't Mess with These Menopause Experts! When The Lancet, one of the oldest, most respected medical journals, published a series of articles saying that “menopause had been over-medicalized”, that many symptoms were “just in her head” and that overall, women should navigate menopause “without the need for medical treatments” a group of furious meno…

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Episode Two: Interview with Jesse Allen of One Trust Home Loans 33:13

1M ago33:13

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Welcome to "Live for Today, Plan for Tomorrow" the podcast where we delve deep into the ever-evolving world of real estate and home financing. In this highly anticipated second episode, join your host Gabe Bodner as he sits down with Jesse Allen, President of the 55+ Division at OneTrust Home Loans. Get ready to gain exclusive insights as Gabe inte…

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Discovering New ALS Therapeutic Avenues with Evangelos Kiskinis, PhD 25:00

1M ago25:00

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An estimated 32,000 Americans are currently living with ALS, or amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, a progressive neurodegenerative disease that attacks motor neurons in the brain and spinal cord. Northwestern investigators have uncovered novel cellular mechanisms involved in two types of genetic ALS that might lead to future targeted therapies. Evangel…

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S3 Ep120: Did Your SSRI Make Your “O” Go? 21:30

2M ago21:30

21:30

Up to 50% percent of women who take an antidepressant have sexual problems. By age 60, roughly 1 in 4 women are taking an antidepressant. This episode is all about the science behind WHY SSRIs and other antidepressants can sabotage your sex life, and what you can do about it. Why so many mid-life women take anti-depressants Why perimenopause hormon…

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Building Blueprints to Help Organizations Address Health Disparities 24:04

2M ago24:04

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This month, Shanta Whitaker, co-founder and managing director of Continuum Health Group, joins Dr. M. Christine Stock, Managing Director of Medical Affairs at Health2047. Shanta shares her journey from bench scientist to public health policy expert, driven by a desire to make a tangible impact on people's lives. She discusses how Continuum Health G…

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Constructing with Care: Building Safer Healthcare Spaces (part 2) with Deb Sheehan, Healthcare Marketing Strategy Leader for DPR Construction, and Jay Farhat, Executive Director of Protective Services ... 18:53

2M ago18:53

18:53

Welcome to Episode 10 of Constructing with Care, a Podcast for healthcare executives to discuss topics affecting capital projects today. Your host for today’s episode is Deb Sheehan, the Healthcare Marketing Strategy Leader for DPR Construction. Deb welcomes Jay Farhat, Executive Director of Protective Services at Baptist Health, to the second part…

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S3 Ep119: Weighing in on Weight Loss Drugs 46:00

2M ago46:00

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Dr. Kathleen Jordon and I sat down to discuss the two most commonly prescribed GLP- 1 Inhibitors: Semaglutide (Ozempic™) and Terzepatide (Mounjaro™) What are GLP1 Inhibitors? How GLP-1 Inhibitors Who is a GOOD CANDIDATE to take a GLP-1 Inhibitor Who is NOT a GOOD CANDIDATE based on medical conditions Other HEALTH BENEFITS from taking a GLP1 Inhibit…

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Pursuing Deeper Understanding of Inflammation with Murali Prakriya, PhD 23:40

2M ago23:40

23:40

Inflammation is a common feature of many diseases and Northwestern Medicine investigators have identified how a calcium channel contributes to inflammation in the brain and lungs. This could aid in finding new types of therapeutics for inflammation-related diseases and conditions. In this episode, Murali Prakriya, PhD, discusses the evolution of th…

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S3 Ep118: How Hormones Impact the Gut and GERD 26:30

2M ago26:30

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It was news to me that estrogen levels can impact on the likelihood of reflux, your gut microbiome, and even the frequency and consistency of your poop. It’s complicated, and I had a hard time interpreting the data, so I invited gastroenterologist Dr. Michael Ruchim to help me out. In this episode: How and why GERD is impacted by menopause If Hormo…

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67. Fellows’ Case Files: Northwestern University 38:59

2M ago38:59

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Listen in today to another stop on our Fellows’ Case Files journey. We’re at Northwestern University for another great case presentation. Tune in, check out our associated infographic, and let us know what you think! Meet Our Guests Jamie Rowell is a first-year clinical fellow in the Northwestern PCCM program. She completed medical school at the Me…

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S2 Ep117: Top Tips for Terrific Skin & Hair with Dr. Ellen Gendler 58:26

2M ago58:26

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In this episode I am talking to a dermatologist that has over 100 thousand followers on Instagram. And with good reason. She is funny, she tells it like it is, she is a rock star in the world of dermatology and is my go-to when it comes to mid-life skin care, fillers, Botox, not to mention how to have more hair on your head and less hair on your fa…

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Partnering with Libraries to Address Teen Mental Health with Ashley Knapp, PhD, and Robert Simmons, MA 21:31

2M ago21:31

21:31

Teens are reporting struggles with their mental health at unprecedented rates, but resources to help these young people deal with anxiety or depression can be difficult to access. In this episode, Ashley Knapp, PhD, assistant professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, and Robert Simmons, MA, director of social services and public safety at Oa…

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66. Inhalers 101 49:56

3M ago49:56

49:56

We are excited to bring an a dedicated episode all about inhalers. We know there are many type of inhalers, formulations and techniques that are needed for successful use and we cover them all. Take a listen today! Meet our Guests Amber Lanae Martirosov is an Associate Clinical Professor at Wayne State University and is an Ambulatory Care Pharmacy …

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S2 Ep116: Your HEART on Hormones-Update! 53:23

3M ago53:23

53:23

Estrogen is not only good for your brain, your bladder, and your bones, estrogen is also good for your blood vessels. And a lack of estrogen is one of the reasons, that heart disease spikes in women post menopause. Hormone therapy, if started within ten years of the menopause transition, appears to be heart protective. Today I am joined by Dr. Marl…

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Reimagining Medical Imaging Through AI 32:09

3M ago32:09

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This month, Dr. Khan Siddiqui, CEO and co-founder of HOPPR, joins Dr. M. Christine Stock, Managing Director of Medical Affairs at Health2047. They discuss challenges within radiology and the importance of building infrastructure to accelerate AI development and to improve efficiency and diagnostic accuracy in managing and interpreting medical imagi…

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Constructing with Care: Building Safer Healthcare Spaces Part 1 with Deb Sheehan, Healthcare Marketing Strategy Leader for DPR Construction, and Jay Farhat, Executive Director of Protective Services at ... 16:37

3M ago16:37

16:37

Welcome to Episode 9 of Constructing with Care, a Podcast for healthcare executives to discuss topics affecting capital projects today. Your host for today’s episode is Deb Sheehan, the Healthcare Marketing Strategy Leader for DPR Construction. Deb welcomes Jay Farhat, Executive Director of Protective Services at Baptist Health, to the first part o…

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S2 Ep115: Do You Have Good Sex? A Visit with Dr. Ruth 16:38

3M ago16:38

16:38

Gynecologists have the unique position that it is appropriate to ask personal, invasive, and otherwise inappropriate questions. One question that is standard when you go to the gynecologist is “Are you sexually active? “This seems like a reasonable question, but is, completely meaningless. In my opinion doctors can learn a lot from Dr. Ruth’s appro…

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65. Rapid Fire Journal Club 6 – SARCORT Trial 15:30

3M ago15:30

15:30

Today we’re continuing our Rapid Fire Journal Club series. We’ve mainly been discussing landmark trials, but today we’re delving into a new study with interesting findings that are applicable to a common presentation in pulmonary medicine: treatment naive sarcoidosis. We’re discussing the SARCORT trial published in the European Respiratory Journal …

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Engineering Bacteria to Monitor and Treat Disease with Arthur Prindle, PhD 24:49

3M ago24:49

24:49

Thanks to advancements in synthetic biology, scientists are now engineering bacterial communities with the goal of using these cells to monitor and treat diseases. In this episode, Arthur Prindle, PhD, explains how his lab is reprogramming bacteria that may be used in the future to detect disease and deliver therapeutics for many different conditio…

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S2 Ep114: Is Duavee™ the Ideal Hormone Option? A Collaboration on a Complicated Patient with Dr. Risa Kagan 59:41

3M ago59:41

59:41

Menopause experts rarely see patients with no medical issues. We see the patient with multiple medical problems and concerns. In this episode, I bring in menopause expert Dr. Risa Kagan to collaborate on options for a complex patient. My name is Beth, and I am 51 years old. I’ve been flashing for 2 years with no end in sight. I really want to try e…

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Strengthening T-Cell Therapy for Solid Tumor Cancers with Jaehyuk Choi, MD, PhD 19:37

3M ago19:37

19:37

A new study published in the journal Nature details breakthrough T-cell immunotherapy research from Northwestern Medicine. In this episode, Jaehyuk Choi, MD, PhD, senior author of the paper, explains how a gene mutation found in T-cells of patients with lymphoma could hold the key to a potent cancer-fighting immunotherapy for solid tumor cancers, w…

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Episode One: Interview with Dr. Joanna Zeiger from Canna Research Foundation 44:43

3M ago44:43

44:43

Are you curious about Cannabis? You are not alone, I have been very curious about Cannabis as well. That is why I conducted this exclusive interview with Dr. Joanna Zeiger who is the CEO of Canna Research Foundation based in Boulder, CO. Gabe and Dr. Zeiger disuss what are the different types of cannabis (primarily THC and CBD), who can benefit fro…

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64. Fellows’ Case Files: Emory University School of Medicine 40:46

3M ago40:46

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Hi everyone, we’re here with another Fellows’ Case Files. Today, we’re going virtually to Emory University School of Medicine. We’re joined by Associated Editor Luke Hedrick to dive into a critical care case. Listen in and let us know if you have any additional thoughts or questions! Meet Our Guests Luke Hedrick is a first-year pulmonary and critic…

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Episode 71: University of Michigan Medical School Updates 45:45

3M ago45:45

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In this enlightening episode, I sit down with the recently appointed, dynamic Assistant Dean for Admissions at the University of Michigan Medical School, Dr. Deborah Berman. Dr. Berman offers an in-depth look into the significant curricular updates, wellness initiatives, and the evolving admissions landscape at one of the premier medical schools in…

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S2 Ep113: Viagra! … for Women? 14:11

3M ago14:11

14:11

It’s so tempting. His little blue pills are sitting there and seem to solve his problem. Why not take one and see what happens? It did wonders for Samantha on Sex in the City who had earth-shattering orgasms after she took her guy’s Viagra™. Viagra™ is the trade name for sildenafil and is one of a class of drugs known as phosphodiesterase type 5 in…

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S2 Ep112: The Cosmo Report on Sex After 60 with Dr. Rachel Zar 29:17

4M ago29:17

29:17

In the 1960s, under the leadership of Helen Gurley Brown, Cosmo morphed from a “proper ladies' magazine” to a much racier version that was thought of as being a sex manual disguised as a woman’s magazine. The target audience was the young working woman. Women in their 60s were not reading it and were certainly not buying subscriptions for their dau…

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63. Rapid Fire Journal Club 5 – Novel START 16:08

4M ago16:08

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Today on our Rapid Fire Journal Club series, we’re discussing the Novel START study published in the NEJM in 2019. This study evaluated multiple strategies for the management of mild asthma with exacerbations, and it guides our current therapeutic approach. Pulm PEEPs Associate Editor Luke Hedrick walks us through the study. If you take care of ast…

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S2 Ep111: BONE UP with Hormone Therapy with Dr. Kristi DeSapri 53:54

4M ago53:54

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While many women are aware that hormone therapy is good for the bones, it is usually thought of as a side benefit. You know, women take hormone therapy because they are flashing or can’t sleep and then are told, are told, by the way ..estrogen will also help prevent bone loss. In the United States, there are 10 million women with OSTEOPOROSIS and 4…

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Augmented Intelligence: A Bridge to Clinical Automation 35:43

4M ago35:43

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Dr. Andrew Gostine, CEO of Artisight, focused on the transformative potential of augmented intelligence in healthcare, speaks with Dr. Christine Stock, Managing Director of Medical Affairs at Health2047. Dr. Gostine highlights the development of bedside AI and its aim to enhance workflows, reduce nurse turnover, and improve efficiency by offloading…

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S2 Ep110: Home Menopause Tests YEA! or NAY? 17:19

4M ago17:19

17:19

Pregnancy tests, ovulation tests…and now the latest in tests you can do in your bathroom laboratory- Menopause Tests! Clear Blue™, who sell ovulation predictor kits and home pregnancy tests, has come out with an over-the-counter kit to help women who are “confused and wondering if what you’re feeling is the start of the menopause journey, or perhap…

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Episode 70: AAMC Prospective Applicant Resources 53:31

4M ago53:31

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Welcome to this special episode where we delve into the treasure trove of resources available for prospective medical school applicants. Today, we're joined by Tami Levin, MA, the Director of Premed and Applicant Resources at the AAMC, and Laura Fletcher, PhD, a senior research analyst in the Admissions & Selection Research and Development team at …

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S2 Ep109: Don't Retire...Rewire! with Jill Wine-Banks 48:04

4M ago48:04

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Jill Wine-Banks may be known to you as the Watergate Special Prosecutor who famously cross-examined Rose Mary Woods, President Nixon’s secretary, about the 18-minute gap in the Watergate tapes. In addition to multiple other high-profile jobs (scroll down for the list!) decades later, she is now an MSNBC Legal Analyst. In addition, she is the author…

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