Mayo Clinic Talks

Guest: Scott D. Eggers, M.D. ( @sdze ) Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. ( @ChutkaMD )  The complaint of dizziness is a common symptom our patients experience. It has a variety of causes; fortunately, most of them are benign. Despite the fact we frequently see patients with this medical concern, we still struggle evaluating them. Part of the difficulty is that dizziness means different things to differ...

Central sensitization (CS) describes pathophysiologic changes in the central nervous system, including alterations in neurochemistry, CNS receptors, endogenous opioid system hyperactivity, cytokine and HPA axis dysregulation, and sympathetic hyperactivity. Collectively, these changes result in amplification of pain and sensory signals, leading to widespread pain, fatigue and other sensory sensitiv...

Guest: Jan L. Kasperbauer, M.D. Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. ( @ChutkaMD ) Thyroid nodules are commonly found in patients by primary care providers, either by physical exam or incidentally by a variety of imaging studies. Fortunately, the vast majority of thyroid nodules are benign, however as primary care providers we need to be comfortable in evaluating them to rule out the possibility that they...

This episode is shared from Mayo Clinic Q&A and was recorded in March, 2021 Guest:  Gregory A. Poland, M.D. ( @drgregpoland )  Host: Halena M. Gazelka, M.D. ( @hmgazelkamd )  The COVID-19 virus mutates and replicates when people let down their guard and don't follow safety protocols, such as practicing social distancing and wearing a mask.  "I think most of us expect a major surge because of sprin...

Guest: Jennifer L. Elmer, APRN, CNS, D.N.P.; Brianna M. Skrukrud, APRN, C.N.P. Host: Amit K. Ghosh, M.D. ( @AmitGhosh006 ) Pressure injuries in bedridden patients present significant challenges​, which are compounded in the patient with a COVID-19 diagnosis. In this episode we discuss the problems encountered in preventing, diagnosing, and managing skin alterations in patients with COVID-19. Jenni...

This episode is shared from Mayo Clinic Q&A and was recorded in March 2021.  Guest:  Gregory A. Poland, M.D. ( @drgregpoland )  Host: DeeDee Stiepan ( @deedeestiepan )  Millions of people in the U.S. are being vaccinated for COVID-19 . However, discussion is ongoing as to whether people who are immunocompromised, such as patients undergoing cancer treatment, or people who have autoimmune diseases,...

* WARNING: This episode discusses suicide and suicidal ideation. * Guest: J. Michael Bostwick, M.D.( @DrBostwick ) Host: Amit K. Ghosh, M.D. ( @AmitGhosh006 ) In this episode, professor of psychiatry and international authority on suicide risk and challenges in suicide prevention, J. Michael Bostwick, M.D.  from Mayo Clinic in Rochester joins us. He’ll discuss epidemiological-based research lookin...

This episode is shared from Mayo Clinic Q&A and was recorded in March, 2021.  Guest:  Billie A. Schultz, M.D.  Host: Halena M. Gazelka, M.D. ( @hmgazelkamd )  Fatigue and what's being called "brain fog" are turning out to be some of the most common issues for long-hauler patients recovering from COVID-19 . The National Institutes of Health calls these and other symptoms, which can last for several...

Guest: Ravindra Ganesh, M.B.B.S., M.D. Host: Amit K. Ghosh, M.D. ( @AmitGhosh006 ) It has been estimated that as many as 10-30% of patients who have recovered from COVID-19 have an array of symptoms, ranging from minor to disabling, that persist more than four weeks post-COVID infection. These symptoms have not only been identified in patients who had severe symptoms of COVID-19 requiring intensiv...

Guest: Maria I. Vazquez Roque, M.D. ( @MVazquezRoqueMD )  Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. ( @ChutkaMD )  Clostridium difficile is a toxin-producing bacterium that can result in a severe form of antibiotic-associated diarrhea known as clostridium difficile infection or CDI. Cases can vary from mild diarrhea to severe colitis that at times can be fatal. There’s been a dramatic increase in the number as...

This episode is shared from Mayo Clinic Q&A and was recorded in February, 2021 Guest:  Gregory A. Poland, M.D. ( @drgregpoland )  Host: Halena M. Gazelka, M.D. ( @hmgazelkamd )    People may be curious, confused or critical of what seem to be changing messages related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Gregory Poland , an infectious diseases expert and head of Mayo Clinic's Vaccine Research Group , rem...

Guest: Ravindra Ganesh, M.B.B.S., M.D. and Raymund R. Razonable, M.D.  Host: Amit K. Ghosh, M.D. ( @AmitGhosh006 )  In this episode, Ravindra Ganesh, M.B.B.S., M.D. and Raymund R. Razonable, M.D. join Amit K. Ghosh, M.D. to review the use of monoclonal antibody as a new antiviral agent in the treatment of COVID-19 infection.  Who is most likely to benefit from monoclonal antibody infusions? Drs. G...

Guest: Greg Vanichkachorn, M.D., M.P.H. Host: Amit K. Ghosh, M.D. ( @AmitGhosh006 ) For some patients who have had  COVID-19 , symptoms of the disease may last long after the infection is over. Long-haulers syndrome due to COVID-19 could include profound fatigue, shortness of breath, and long-term neurological complaints, including headache, dizziness, or weakness. Mayo Clinic has launched the COV...

This episode is shared from Answers from the Lab and was originally published February 2, 2021.  Guest: Matthew J. Binnicker, Ph. D. ( @DrMattBinnicker ) Host: William G. Morice, II M.D., Ph. D. ( @moricemdphd ) Matthew Binnicker, Ph. D., vice chair of practice for Mayo Clinic's Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology, joins William Morice II, M.D., Ph. D., president of Mayo Clinic Laborat...

Guest: Ravindra Ganesh, M.B.B.S., M.D. Host: Amit K. Ghosh, M.D. ( @AmitGhosh006 ) The Mayo Clinic COVID Frontline Healthcare Team (CFCT) is an integrated team comprised of doctors and support staff, including nurses, remote monitoring technicians, medical assistants, and desk staff. These teams are responsible for evidence-based management of all newly diagnosed COVID-19 patients. We’re joined by...

This episode is shared from Mayo Clinic Q&A and was recorded in February, 2021 To claim credit visit: https://ce.mayo.edu/covid19podcast   Guest:  David B. Soma, M.D. ( @DrDaveSoma ); Talha Niaz, M.B.B.S. Host: Angela C. Mattke, M.D. ( @DrAngelaMattke ) There are many benefits to sports participation for children and adolescents. However, during the COVID-19 pandemic, activities such as youth spor...

This episode is shared from Mayo Clinic Q&A and was recorded in February, 2021 To claim credit visit: https://ce.mayo.edu/covid19podcast   Guest:  Gregory A. Poland, M.D. ( @DrGregPoland ) Host: Halena M. Gazelka, M.D. ( @hmgazelkamd )    When it comes to the COVID-19 pandemic, Dr. Gregory Poland , an infectious diseases expert and head of Mayo Clinic's Vaccine Research Group , says there's some g...

This episode is shared from Mayo Clinic Q&A and was recorded in January, 2021.  To claim credit visit: https://ce.mayo.edu/covid19podcast   Guest:  Gregory A. Poland, M.D. (@drgregpoland)   Host: Halena M. Gazelka, M.D. ( @hmgazelkamd )  The distribution kinks for COVID-19 vaccines are getting ironed out, says Dr. Gregory Poland , an infectious diseases expert and head of Mayo Clinic's Vaccine Res...

Guest: Patricio Gargollo, M.D. ( @pgargollo ) Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. ( @ChutkaMD ) Enuresis is relatively common in children, estimated to be present in as many as 5 to 10% of 7-year-olds. This represents up to 7 million children in the United States. As you can imagine, it carries significant social implications for the child. Our guest for this podcast is Dr. Patricio Gargollo, a pediatric...

This episode is shared from Answers from the Lab and was originally published January 28, 2021.  Guest: William G. Morice, II M.D., Ph. D. ( @moricemdphd )  Host: Bobbi S. Pritt, M.D. ( @ParasiteGal )  William Morice II, M.D., Ph. D., chair of the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at Mayo Clinic and president of Mayo Clinic Laboratories, joins the "Answers From the Lab" podcast for h...

Guest: Eric J. Cleveland; Danielle M. Teal ( @dteal ) Host: Amit K. Ghosh, M.D. ( @AmitGhosh006 ) Joy has been defined as a human emotion — a state created as we experience positive, poignant, reflective and connective moments. It is transient, never persisting but imparting ripples that impact us long after the moment. Now more than ever there is a need to develop mindful initiatives that brings...

This episode is shared from Mayo Clinic Q&A and was recorded on January 11, 2021.  To claim credit visit: https://ce.mayo.edu/covid19podcast   Guest:  Gregory A. Poland, M.D. (@drgregpoland)   Host: Halena M. Gazelka, M.D. ( @hmgazelkamd )  The U.S. rollout of COVID-19 vaccines is reportedly ramping up with news that nearly all available doses will soon be released to the American public.  "The ne...

Guest: Leslie A. Sim, Ph. D., L.P. ( @DrLeslieSim ) Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. ( @ChutkaMD ) A variety of eating disorders can occur in adults and they are associated with multiple potential health complications, including an increased risk of death. Some studies report that up to 20% of those with Anorexia Nervosa will die as a result of the condition. Would you recognize an eating disorder in...

This episode is shared from Mayo Clinic Q&A and was recorded in January, 2021. Guests: Emily R. Levy, M.D. ( @EmilyLevy797 ); Nipunie S. Rajapakse, M.D., M.P.H. ( @nrajapakseMD ) Host: Angela C. Mattke, M.D. ( @DrAngelaMattke ) Around the world, COVID-19 vaccinations are underway, but only in adults. Pfizer's vaccine has been authorized for ages 16 and up, while Moderna's vaccine is currently auth...

Guest: Corey M. Kunzer, P.T., D.P.T., SCS, ( @KunzerCorey ) and Edward R. Laskowski, M.D. ( @DrEdSportsMed ) Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. ( @ChutkaMD )  Over the past decade more individuals have begun working remotely; the numbers have increased dramatically this past year with the COVID-19 pandemic. While there are some advantages to working remotely, there are also some potential problems assoc...