Science Behind the Headlines

The conversation continues as  Elizabeth Bruenderman, M.D. , takes a deeper dive into the science of weight loss and addresses some of the most common misconceptions patients face. She explains what body mass index (BMI) really means, why weight loss can differ between men and women and how body composition—including muscle versus fat—provides a more complete picture of health than the number on t...

Men’s sexual health is about more than intimacy—it can be an important indicator of overall well-being. In this episode, we sit down with Jessica Schardein, M.D., MS , to discuss the connection between sexual health, biological health and mental health and why these three pillars play a critical role in a man’s quality of life. Dr. Schardein explains why it’s important to normalize conversations a...

Science Behind The Headlines | Episode 16: Aditya Verma, M.D. | Eye Care In this episode, we sit down with Aditya Verma, M.D. , to explore how vision is affected by age and why routine eye care is essential for maintaining long-term eye health. Dr. Verma discusses the vision milestones parents should know for their children, the changes many adults begin to notice as they get older and the conditi...

Expert Insights: How UofL Health Guides Patients Through Weight Loss Options We sat down with Elizabeth Bruenderman, M.D. , to discuss the Advanced Bariatric Surgery and Weight Loss Clinic at UofL Health and how the program is designed to be a one-stop shop for patients exploring weight loss options. From medical weight loss treatments such as GLP-1 medications to surgical and endoscopic procedure...

Gaurav Rajashekar, M.D. – Living Kidney Donor Program "Dialysis keeps you alive, but transplantation gives you life." In this episode, Gaurav Rajashekar, M.D.,   sheds light on the life-changing impact of kidney donation, breaking down the differences between deceased and living donors and what each means for patients in need. With more than 100,000 people on the national transplant list and nearl...

Guneet Sarai, M.D. – Neurofibromatosis   Neurofibromatosis is a complex, lifelong condition that often begins in childhood—but care shouldn’t stop there. In this episode, we explore how Guneet Sarai, M.D. is working to close a critical gap in care for patients living with Neurofibromatosis.  From early diagnosis and pediatric treatment to the often-overlooked transition into adult care, Dr. Sarai...

Josh Abecassis, M.D. – Brain Bypass and Revascularization Program Patients once had to leave the state for this surgery — now they’re traveling to Kentucky for care from the UofL Health Brain Bypass team. In this episode, we sit down with Josh Abecassis, M.D., to discuss the Brain Bypass and Revascularization Program at UofL Health, a highly specialized treatment option for patients with complex b...

Mrinali Shetty, M.D. – Matters of the Heart Pt. 2 “You cannot pour from an empty cup.”   In this episode, we sit down with Mrinali Shetty, M.D., to talk about women’s heart health — and why prioritizing your own well-being is not selfish, it’s essential.   Women often spend their lives caring for others, but too frequently put their own health last. Dr. Shetty shares why that must change, especial...

Yuvraj Chowdhury, M.D. – Matters of the Heart Pt. 1 “You have two kidneys and two lungs — but only one heart.” In this episode, we sit down with Yuvraj Chowdhury, M.D., a high-risk interventional cardiologist with UofL Health, to explore what it truly means to care for the heart before, during and after advanced cardiac procedures.

UofL Health – UofL Hospital – Burn Center UofL Health – UofL Hospital is home to Kentucky’s first and only verified Burn Center, treating more than 300 patients each year from across the tri-state area. As the center prepares for recertification, Matthew C. Bozeman, M.D., shares how burn severity impacts hospital stays and why patient healing depends on a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach...

UofL Health – Louisville Center for Voice Care We are a unique specialty in the world of medicine.” Join Elizabeth Burckardt, M.D., a laryngologist with UofL Health – Louisville Center for Voice Care, as she discusses her team’s multidisciplinary approach to all things voice disorders, ranging from concerns for professional voice users – lawyers, educators, performers to smoking-related issues, up...

Weight Management “You can’t exercise your way out of a bad diet.” Bridget Hittepole, M.D., FACP,  primary care physician with a focus on health obesity and weight management joins us to talk about all things weight management including the importance of having a healthy weight,  the health risks tied to weight, surgery and GLP-1 options, the Walk with a Doc program and why a good quality diet and...

Holiday Depression “Mental health is not a taboo subject.” Dr. Stephen Taylor, chief medical officer at UofL Health – Peace Hospital, talks about the impacts on mental health brought on by the change in season and holidays, signs to look for if someone is struggling, why depression is a silent illness and how to break through the barriers of isolation. For more information on Dr. Stephen Taylor, v...

Lung Cancer Kentucky and West Virginia rank highest in the United States for tobacco use and lung cancer deaths. Victor Van Berkel, M.D., Ph. D., division chief of thoracic surgery with UofL Health, speaks on the alarming statistics surrounding lung cancer as well as the importance of lung cancer screenings and early detection, his personal tie to lung cancer, and how robotic-assisted surgery has...

Breast Cancer "I wouldn’t recommend a clinical trial that I wouldn’t do myself.” Brian Dong, M.D., a breast oncologist for UofL Health – Brown Cancer Center and assistant professor of Medicine with the Division of Medical Hematology and Oncology talks about all things breast cancer. He shares more about his efforts to spearhead clinical trials at Brown Cancer Center, the importance of trusting you...

Spinal Cord “My goal is to never tell my patients never,” says Christa Nnoromele, M.D., with UofL Physicians – Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, a part of UofL Health – Brain & Spine Institute with services at UofL Health – Frazier Rehabilitation Institute. 350,000 people are living with spinal cord injuries, and Dr. Nnoromele leads an enlightening conversation about the different types...

CAR T-Cell Learn about medical breakthroughs in cancer research and treatment. Join Robert Emmons, M.D., FACP, hematologist and oncologist with UofL Health – Brown Cancer Center, professor of Medicine, BCT Division of University of Louisville and leader of Dunbar CAR-T Manufacturing at UofL, as he discusses blood cancers including leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma and the groundbreaking treatment opt...

UofL Health – Sports Medicine Join Jennifer Daily, M.D., CASQM, FAAFP, medical director for UofL Health – Sports Medicine as she talks about the unique specialty of sports medicine and how her team provides coverage to professional, college, high school and community athletes and patients.  Whether it be swimming, diving, baseball, rowing, volleyball, basketball, soccer, or football, the UofL Heal...