At age 35, John Johnson believed he was in peak physical condition. As a runner, he trained diligently for the 2023 Cleveland Marathon. However, just a few weeks later, the young father received devastating news: he had been diagnosed with colorectal cancer. John joins Dr. Steele and his colorectal surgeon Dr. David Rosen on this episode of Butts & Guts to share his inspiring story, the warning signs he noticed, and advice he shares with others about his experience ..read more

World-renowned Gastroenterologist in the Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition at Cleveland Clinic and Section Head of the Sanford R. Weiss MD Center for Hereditary Colorectal Neoplasia, Dr. Carol Burke joins Butts & Guts for Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month to share the latest updates in screening methods. From cutting-edge technologies to evolving trends, listen to learn more about how these advances are reshaping early detection and prevention of colorectal cancer ..read more

Dr. Ly Hoang Roberts is an Associate Staff in the Department of Urology at Cleveland Clinic. She joins this episode of the Butts and Guts podcast to discuss everything you need to know about pelvic pain. Listen to learn more about what and where this type of pain can occur, along with how best to treat it ..read more

Dr. Michelle Kim is Chair of Cleveland Clinic’s Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition. She joins this episode of Butts & Guts to discuss neuroendocrine tumors. Listen to learn more about what causes neuroendocrine tumors, how they are diagnosed and treated, and other important information about this disease ..read more

Dr. Arielle Kanters joins the Butts and Guts podcast during National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month to discuss everything you need to know about colorectal cancer surgery. Listen to learn more about this type of cancer, its stages, and the surgical treatment options available at Cleveland Clinic ..read more

What should you do if diet and exercise are not enough to lose weight? Should you jump straight to bariatric surgery or try a GLP-1 medication first? Natalie Larson, APRN, a nurse practitioner within the Bariatric and Metabolic Institute at Cleveland Clinic, shares more about the complexities of obesity, the treatment options available, and how to discover the path that's right for you on this episode of Butts & Guts ..read more

Anthony Lembo, MD, a gastroenterologist and Director of Research for the Digestive Disease Institute at Cleveland Clinic, joins Butts & Guts to highlight the new Neurogastroenterology and Motility Center and explore the interaction between the nervous system and gastrointestinal tract. Listen to learn more about common symptoms of neuro-GI disorders, such as bloating, pain, constipation, and diarrhea, common triggers, and treatment options available.  ..read more

Is the low histamine diet right for everyone? Amanda Igel MS, RD, LD, a registered dietician at Cleveland Clinic, joins Dr. Steele on Butts & Guts to share more about what histamine is, how an intolerance impacts the digestive system, and the importance of working with a registered dietician to develop a personalized nutrition plan ..read more

On this episode of Butts & Guts, Dr. Steele sits down with Dr. Brian Chen from the Cleveland Clinic's Sleep Disorder Center to explore the intriguing link between sleep and digestive health. They discuss the critical role sleep plays in overall wellness and how inadequate rest can negatively impact gut function. Join them as they uncover the latest research and practical insights on how sleep affects our digestive system ..read more

The Patient Perspectives series returns to Butts and Guts, this time highlighting gastric sleeve surgery. Paul, a Cleveland Clinic patient, joins this episode to share his story about traveling to Ohio for heart care and having a sleeve gastrectomy to qualify for a heart transplant. Two important caregivers in Paul’s journey also join this discussion: Karen Schulz, CNS, and Diane Harris, a patient navigator. Listen for a glimpse into the specialized care offered at the Bariatric and Metabolic Institute at Cleveland Clinic ..read more