Your Health First

Dr. Galati discusses the hidden dangers of over-the-counter cold medicines, the truth about probiotics, and how nutrition supports gut health. Then, Oncologist Dr. Vipal Durkal joins the show to discuss lung cancer, Pope Leo’s diagnosis, key risk factors, warning signs, and the importance of early detection.

Dr. Galati discusses the importance of eating more fiber, planning healthy meals, and understanding the connection between mental and physical health. Then, longtime friend and collaborator David Goldberg joins the show to discuss their upcoming book, Hope in the Harshest Moments, sharing powerful patient stories that highlight the importance of hope, faith, family support, and the human connectio...

Dr. Galati is live and back in the KTRH studios tonight. He starts by highlighting his niece Ariana for having her first cross country meet.  Dr. Galati has Surgical Physician Assistant Cole Oliver in studio with him to talk about hip and knee replacement. They also discuss prehab, weight loss, and the quality of life. They finish with a conversation about some of the new technologies, what you ca...

Dr. Galati is back after being preempted the last two weeks. He talks about another knee replacement he's having tomorrow morning. Dr. Galati also circles back with more on the Mediterranean Diet and has his sister Celeste join the show to talk about DNR. He ends with some thoughts on the Nancy Guithrie story.  

Tonight, Dr. Galati has more news articles he wants to discuss. However, he starts with a story about Mattress Mack calling his son yesterday. Dr. Galati talks about heart disease (dying from it), heart attack, cholesterol, etc. He also takes some time on Breastfeeding Awareness Month. Dr. Galati ends with one more article on eating something regularly leading to longevity.  

Tonight, On Your Health First, Dr. Galati has a number of new articles he wants to weigh in on. The first is a New York Times article titled Missed Vaccines, Skipped Colonoscopies: Preventive Care Plummets. There is another about an 87-year-old lady dealing with a prescribing cascade. Dr. Galati ends with a study on the impact alcohol has on blood pressure and one more article on artifical sweetne...

Dr. Galati starts the program with the news about Lindsey Grahams death after a sudden illness. He also talks about being on call this weekend and reflects on families having to mentally cope with a sick loved one. Dr. James Mike Wilson joins the show to talk more in depth about Lindsey Grahams sudden death. Dr. Galati also spends a few minutes on a Tic Tok video he did on whether or not physician...

Dr. Galati starts the program on how he spent the 4th of July. He’s offering free fibroscans for those who may have symptoms of a fatty liver. Dr. Galati goes on to talk about the benefits of drinking coffee and July 10th being Chronic Disease Awareness Day.  

Dr. Galati starts the program wishing all the dads and Happy Father’s Day and explains the generational heath across families. He talks about an article on the secret to men's longevity and shares seven tips to reduce the chance of cancer. Dr. Galati also has lifelong friend John Geerlings join the show to talk about Father’s Day. He ends the show about another article on Glutathione. 

Dr. Galati plays an extended interview he had with Bariatric Surgeon Dr. Garth Davis earlier this week. They talk about obesity, the new GLP-1 agents, his thoughts on diet/exercise, and bariatric surgery. 

Dr. Galati starts with a story about the mush he had at Starbucks on Friday. He discusses the different things you can eat to get protein. Dr. Mazen Noureddin joins the show to share his perspective on the big problems associated with fatty liver disease. Dr. Galati also explains how if you have your health, you have everything. 

With it being the last day of May, Dr. Galati talks about June being Men’s Health Awareness Month. He explains his high-level sense of what this means. Two members of his practice, Natalie Oliver and Swara Modi, join to talk about food and nutrition. Dr. Galati also talks about the emotions now that he is a grandfather. 

Dr. Galati starts the show with conversations he has with his own patients. He also has research experts Daniella Graham (Clinical Research Coordinator) and Alyssia Ruiz (Nurse Practitioner) join the program. They talk about their backgrounds and research studies. Dr. Galati ends with the continued discussion on cholesterol last week. Happy Mother’s Day! 

Dr. Galati starts the program with a friend who reached out looking for a specialist to help a relative who has multiorgan involvement. He also explains the need for the ten to fifteen percent of sicker patients that need to get in and be checked out. Dr. Galati has Dr. Joseph Rogers join the show to talk about cholesterol. He ends with the emphasis on sleep with May being Sleep Awareness Month.  ...

Dr. Galati starts the program with his story telling about how being healthy is a full-time job. He also has Hepatologist Dr. Chuma Egwim on to talk about the value in taking care of yourself by maintaining your regular health checkups. Dr. Galati also spends a few minutes with a primer on hepatitis. 

 Dr. Galati starts the program about an article on the one muscle in your body that can add to your longevity. He talks about three independent muscles that make up your glutes. Dr. Galati also replays a previous interview with Dr. Randeep Suneja where he explains the symptoms of heart disease and the denial of a heart attack. Happy Easter Sunday!

Dr. Galati starts the program with a story about a conversation he had with this finance guy after buying a new car this past week. He has Amy McGorry join to share her story of liver disease. She tells us about the journey of having autoimmune hepatitis and primary biliary cholangitis (PBC). Dr. Galati also spends a few minutes on the misunderstanding the role of alcohol has on liver transplant. 

Dr. Galati starts the program talking about his physical therapy this past week. He shares the inventory of what is in his pantry, freezer, and refrigerator. Dr. Galati also has more to say on the colon cancer topic of last week.

Dr. Galati talks about March being Colon Cancer Awareness Month and what you need to know about it. He also has his sister Celeste Galati join the show to explain DNR (Do-Not-Resuscitate) and the spiritual side of Hospice. Dr. Galati also tells the story of a patient who had chronic liver disease and the importance of addressing any chronic disease you may have.  

Dr. Galati devotes this hour of Your Health First to the Mediterranean diet. He explains the foods it’s rich with, how it's not advertised or defended in grocery stores, the middle eastern influence, and recipes you can make with it.  

Dr. Galati starts talking about the big win for Team USA in the Hockey game this morning. He also shares his thoughts on second opinions in regard to health issues. Dr. Galati talks about the Nancy Guthrie situation and disuses whether older parents should be living by themselves. He also has a few articles of intertest on weight loss drugs and garlic supplements. 

Tonight, On Your Health First, Dr. Galati tells us how February is American Hearth Month. He has good friend of the show Dr. Joe Rogers join to discuss cardiovascular health and symptoms associated with it. Dr. Galati also has Physician Assistant Natalie Oliver join the show to talk about fatty liver disease.

Tonight, On Your Health First, Dr. Galati spends a couple minutes talking about your gut. He has Physician Assistant Stephanie Johnson join the show to talk about education and her role as a PA. They also talk about sleep, hydration, and healthy breakfast ideas.  

Dr. Galati talks about staying warm during these freezing temps and articles about exercise, strength, and heart disease. He also has Nurse Practitioner Anthony Santos join the show. He shares his take about taking care of yourself even during weather like we’re dealing with right now. Dr. Galati also takes some time talking more about heart disease and stroke. 

Dr. Galati starts the program by talking about his quick recovery from total knee replacement surgery and seeing Herb Alpert and the Tijuana Brass last night. Dr. Kelly Daus joins the show to talk about an emergency she had to deal with while on an airplane. Research Coordinator Callie Pettigrew at the Houston Research Institute also joins to talk about all the opportunities with the studies. Fina...