Mayo Clinic Radio

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. On the Mayo Clinic Radio podcast, Dr. Sarah McCarthy, a psychologist at Mayo Clinic, discusses how families cope with a devastating diagnosis. And Randall Mc Keeman, a child life specialist at Mayo Clinic, explains what child life specialists do to help children and their families cope with illness. Also on the podcast, filmmaker Ken Burns will preview his documentary, "The Mayo Clinic: Faith, Hope, Science." Burns is the executive producer of...

On the Mayo Clinic Radio podcast, Dr. John Sperling, an orthopedic surgeon at Mayo Clinic, covers common shoulder injuries and treatment options including reverse shoulder arthroplasty. Also on the podcast, Dr. Bart Clarke, an endocrinologist at Mayo Clinic, discusses osteoporosis. And Dr. Dawn Davis, a dermatologist at Mayo Clinic, explains why cellulite appears and what can be done about it.

On the Mayo Clinic Radio podcast, Dr. Gregory Poland, director of Mayo Clinic's Vaccine Research Group, discuss vaccines for vector-borne illnesses, including Lyme disease and Zika virus. Dr. Poland also discusses the problem of vaccine hesitancy. Also on the podcast, Dr. Margaret Long, a gynecologist at Mayo Clinic, explains how the HPV test works differently than a Pap smear. And Dr. Purna Kashyap and Dr. Vandana Nehra, both gastroenterologists at Mayo Clinic, share the findings of their...

On the Mayo Clinic Radio podcast, Dr. Shannon Laughlin-Tommaso, division chair of Gynecology at Mayo Clinic, discusses treatment options for uterine fibroids. Also on the podcast, Dr. Michael E. Wilson, a critical care specialist at Mayo Clinic, offers suggestions on how to have conversations about death and dying. And Carmen Rottenberg, J.D., deputy under secretary for food safety at the U.S. Department of Agriculture, explains a recent study on hand-washing that found that 97 percent of...

On the Mayo Clinic Radio podcast, Dr. Elizabeth Cozine, a family medicine physician at Mayo Clinic, shares helpful tips for getting kids ready to head back into the classroom. Depending on the age of your children, an appointment with your health care provider could include immunizations, a sports physical or just a good time to check in on your child’s overall health and well-being. Also on the podcast, Dr. Eric Moore, an otolaryngologist and head and neck surgeon at Mayo Clinic, discusses...

On the Mayo Clinic Radio podcast, Dr. Keith Stewart, Carlson and Nelson Endowed Director of the Mayo Clinic Center for Individualized Medicine, discusses the latest individualized cancer treatments including liquid biopsy, biomarkers, and chimeric antigen receptor T-cell therapy. Dr. Stewart also previews the upcoming Individualizing Medicine 2018 conference. Also on the podcast, Dr. Kathryn Ruddy, director of cancer survivorship at the Mayo Clinic Cancer Center in Rochester, Minnesota,...

On the Mayo Clinic Radio podcast, Dr. Deborah Lightner, an emeritus Mayo Clinic urologist, discusses options for preventing and treating female urinary incontinence. Also on the podcast, Dr. Paul Croarkin, a pediatric psychiatrist, discusses teens and mental health. And Dr. Maria Vassilaki, an epidemiologist at Mayo Clinic, shares the latest research on how the Mediterranean diet affects brain health.

On the Mayo Clinic Radio podcast, Dr. Pritish Tosh, an infectious diseases specialist at Mayo Clinic, discusses shingles and who should get vaccinated. Also on the podcast, Dr. John Volz, an orthodontist at Mayo Clinic, explains treatment for cleft lip and cleft palate. And Dr. Scott Litin, an internal medicine specialist at Mayo Clinic, shares information about the latest edition of the Mayo Clinic Family Health Book. Dr. Litin is the medical editor.

On the next Mayo Clinic Radio program, Dr. Angela Mattke, a pediatrician at Mayo Clinic, covers recommendations for kids and screen time, along with other pediatric health topics. Also on the program, Dr. Simon Kung, a psychiatrist at Mayo Clinic, explains how transcranial magnetic stimulation is used to treat depression. And Dr. Kevin Arce, an oral and maxillofacial surgeon at Mayo Clinic, discusses reconstructive surgery for oral cancer patients.

On the Mayo Clinic Radio podcast, hear how quick thinking by accident victim Kennedy Folkedahl helped save his hand. Dr. David Dennison, an orthopedic surgeon at Mayo Clinic who performed the hand replant, and his patient, Kennedy, join the podcast to share their story. Also on the podcast, Dr. Boyd Viers, a urologist at Mayo Clinic, explains treatment options for urethral stricture. And Dr. Steve Peters, co-chair of the Plummer Project, shares lessons learned during the project's...

On the Mayo Clinic Radio podcast, Dr. Nipunie Rajapakse, an infectious disease specialist at Mayo Clinic, explains antibiotic resistance and antibiotic allergies. Also on the podcast, Dr. Robert Jacobson, a pediatrician at Mayo Clinic, discusses whether children should take probiotics. And Dr. J. Taylor Hays, director of the Mayo Clinic Nicotine Dependence Center, has a warning about the dangers of using e-cigarettes.

On the Mayo Clinic Radio podcast, Dr. Edward Creagan, an oncologist and palliative care specialist at Mayo Clinic, discusess the importance of preparing for end-of-life care. Also on the podcast, Dr. Francisco Lopez-Jimenez, division chair of Preventive Cardiology at Mayo Clinic, explains the benefits of standing workstations. And Dr. Thomas Salinas, a prosthodontist at Mayo Clinic, shares why dental health is important for adults.

On the Mayo Clinic Radio podcast, Dr. James Garrity, an ophthalmologist at Mayo Clinic, discusses how diabetes, hypertension and high cholesterol all can be detected during an eye exam. Also on the podcast, Dr. Christopher Camp, an orthopedic surgeon at Mayo Clinic, discusses muscle strains and ligament sprains. And Dr. Paul Stadem, a recent Mayo Clinic School of Medicine graduate, shares what life is like for a medical student.

On the Mayo Clinic Radio podcast, Dr. Robert Trousdale, an orthopedic surgeon at Mayo Clinic, discusses knee and hip replacement surgeries. Also on the podcast, Dr. Lonzetta Neal, an internal medicine specialist at Mayo Clinic, discusses genetic testing for breast cancer risk. And Dr. Phillip Young, a radiologist at Mayo Clinic, explains MRIs, including what they are and what they're used for.

On the Mayo Clinic Radio podcast, Dr. Alexander Shin, an orthopedic surgeon at Mayo Clinic, discusses diagnosis and treatment of brachial plexus injuries. Dr. Shin also covers carpal tunnel syndrome. Also on the podcast, Dr. Naima Covassin, a cardiovascular disease researcher at Mayo Clinic, shares the findings of a recent Mayo Clinic study showing how eating breakfast regularly can help control weight gain. And Dr. Heather Fields, an internal medicine specialist at Mayo Clinic, explains the...

June is recognized as Men's Health Month by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. On the Mayo Clinic Radio podcast, Dr. Landon Trost, a urologist at Mayo Clinic, discusses two common men’s health topics: prostate cancer screening and what can be done about low testosterone. Also on the podcast, Dr. Bobbit Pritt, a parasitologist at Mayo Clinic, covers common tick-borne diseases and how to prevent them. And Dan Gaz, an exercise specialist with the Mayo Clinic Healthy Living...

On the Mayo Clinic Radio podcast, Dr. Clifford Jack Jr., a radiologist at Mayo Clinic, explains the importance of a new Alzheimer's disease framework for improving research. Also on the podcast, Vivien Williams, medical reporter with the Mayo Clinic News Network, discusses "Health + Happiness With Mayo Clinic," the weekly program she co-hosts on NBC. And Dr. Thomas Brott, a neurologist at Mayo Clinic, looks back the advances he's seen in his 40 years of treating stroke.

On the Mayo Clinic Radio podcast, Mary Wilder, director of the Gift of Life Transplant House, and house resident John Roise give an inside look at how staying at Gift of Life helps eases the financial and emotional burdens of a transplant journey. Also on the podcast, Dr. Tobias Kohler, a urologist at Mayo Clinic, explains the latest treatments for erectile dysfunction. And Capt. Lori Cline, an American Airlines pilot, discusses the training and testing required for commercial airline pilots...

On the Mayo Clinic Radio podcast, Dr. Charanjit Rihal, a cardiologist at Mayo Clinic, discusses aortic valve disease and options for valve repair and replacement. Also on the podcast, Dr. Alice Gallo de Moraes, a critical care specialist at Mayo Clinic, explains how Rapid Response Teams help hospitalized patients get critical care when they need it. And Dr. Susan Moeschler, an anesthesiologist and researcher at Mayo Clinic, shares her research on the challenges women face as medical...

May is American Stroke Month. On the Mayo Clinic Radio podcast, Dr. Robert D. Brown Jr., a neurologist at Mayo Clinic, discusses the warning signs of stroke and tips for prevention. Also on the podcast, Dr. Jeannie Sperry, a psychologist at Mayo Clinic, explains how the Mayo Clinic Pain Rehabilitation Center can help those suffering with chronic pain. And Dr. Karen L. Andrews, a physical medicine and rehabilitation specialist at Mayo Clinic, discusses the challenges faced by amputees and how...