Doctor Thyroid
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Doctor Thyroid is a meeting place to hear from top thyroid doctors and health professionals on the latest treatment options. These resources provide you with better treatment alternatives as related to endocrinology, surgery, hypothyroidism, thyroid cancer, functional medicine, pathology, and radiation treatment.
Doctor Thyroid
1w ago
In a world where misinformation can spread as rapidly as legitimate data, discerning the truth becomes a critical skill—especially when it comes to our health. Dr. John Whyte, Chief Medical Officer at WebMD, shares his insights on how patients can navigate the sea of health information online to find trustworthy resources and take control of their personal health.
The Power of Information
Dr. Whyte begins by emphasizing the importance of quality information, which he argues is more accessible than ever thanks to digital advancements. “Better information leads to better health,” he says, echoin ..read more
Doctor Thyroid
2w ago
Durante una entrevista detallada en el podcast RFAMD, el anfitrión Philip James conversó con la Dra. Ana Voogd, una distinguida cirujana de cabeza y cuello con más de 30 años de experiencia, sobre la integración gradual de la terapia de ablación tiroidea en el panorama médico de Argentina.
La Dra. Voogd, que dirige el departamento de cirugía de cabeza y cuello en uno de los hospitales más grandes de Argentina, proporcionó perspectivas valiosas sobre el enfoque evolutivo del país hacia el cuidado del tiroides.
Un Paso Hacia Procedimientos Menos Invasivos
La Dra. Voogd explicó la ablación tiroid ..read more
Doctor Thyroid
1M ago
As the medical community swiftly embraces thyroid ablation, a groundbreaking non-surgical treatment for thyroid nodules, concerns arise about the potential risks associated with its rapid adoption. Key among these concerns is the lack of ultrasound expertise among practitioners and the contentious decision to treat nodules that may be too small to warrant intervention. This article delves into the insights of Dr. Jagdish Dhingra, a seasoned thyroid surgeon, who highlights the crucial balance between leveraging medical innovations and ensuring patient safety through skilled application and judi ..read more
Doctor Thyroid
1M ago
In an enlightening episode of the RFAMD podcast, hosted by Philip James, Dr. Emad Kandil from Tulane University casts a new light on the treatment of thyroid conditions, challenging conventional surgical approaches and advocating for the pioneering method of thyroid ablation. This interview not only delves into Dr. Kandil’s personal journey into medicine but also explores the evolving landscape of thyroid treatment, highlighting the potential benefits of ablation over traditional surgery.
Personal Journey to Medicine
The episode begins with a personal anecdote from Dr. Kand ..read more
Doctor Thyroid
1M ago
Pioneering the Future of Thyroid Care: A Conversation with Dr. Julia Noel
Palo Alto, CA — In a recent episode of the RFAMD podcast, host Philip James welcomed a trailblazer in the field of thyroid treatment, Dr. Julia Noel of Stanford University School of Medicine. Known for her pioneering work in thyroid ablation, Dr. Noel shared insights on the evolving landscape of thyroid care, emphasizing innovative ablation technologies that are reshaping patient experiences.
From Mathematics to Medicine
Dr. Noel’s journey into the medical field was not typical. Initially dr ..read more
Doctor Thyroid
2M ago
Thyroid Ablation: A Game-Changer in Preserving Quality of Life
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Thyroid disorders, particularly those requiring surgery, have long been a concern for patients due to the potential lifelong dependence on medication and associated quality of life changes. However, a significant shift is occurring in thyroid treatment with the advent of thyroid ablation, a technique that is rapidly gaining preference among patients and physicians alike.
The Rise of Thyroid Ablation
In a recent podcast interview on RFAMD, Dr. Erivelto Volpi, a renowned head and neck surgeon from São Paulo, Brazil ..read more
Doctor Thyroid
7M ago
September is Thyroid Cancer Awareness Important, surgery isn’t always necessary for treating thyroid cancer. In fact: as many as one in three people have thyroid cancer and do not die from it, rather, with it. In the world of medicine, it’s not uncommon for patients to feel overwhelmed and uncertain when faced with a diagnosis that requires surgery. For Peter Miller, a 64-year-old man from the UK, this was certainly the case when he was diagnosed with thyroid goiter. Three specialists recommended thyroidectomy as the only viable treatment option, but Peter was hesitant to undergo such a ..read more
Doctor Thyroid
7M ago
September is Thyroid Cancer Awareness Important, surgery isn’t always necessary for treating thyroid cancer. In fact: as many as one in three people have thyroid cancer and do not die from it, rather, with it. In this interview, Dr. Giovanni Mauri, an interventional radiologist specializing in ablation for the treatment of various conditions including thyroid cancer, shares his insights with Philip James on the Doctor Thyroid and RFAMD podcasts.
Dr. Mauri highlights one of the recent advancements in the field of ablation – the possibility of treating small thyroid cancers (up t ..read more
Doctor Thyroid
7M ago
September is Thyroid Cancer Awareness Important, surgery isn’t always necessary for treating thyroid cancer. In fact: as many as one in three people have thyroid cancer and do not die from it, rather, with it. We recently had the unique opportunity to converse with esteemed Dr. Erivelto Volpi from Brazil at the Thyroid Ablation Conference held in Italy.
As an authority on thyroid treatments, he took the time to share his insights and valuable experience with us. Just a week before, we had caught up with him at the World Congress on Thyroid Cancer in London, and we were delighted to sit ..read more
Doctor Thyroid
7M ago
September is Thyroid Cancer Awareness Important, surgery isn’t always necessary for treating thyroid cancer. In fact: as many as one in three people have thyroid cancer and do not die from it, rather, with it.
A recent interview from the TNT conference on thyroid ablation in Italy, Philip James of the Doctor Thyroid and RFAMD podcasts had a one-on-one discussion with Dr. Catherine Sinclair, a seasoned head and neck surgeon from Melbourne, Australia. Having served at Mount Sinai in New York for 11 years before relocating back to Melbourne in 2021, Dr. Sinclair offers a unique persp ..read more