Medical Edge Radio http://radio.mayoclinic.org Interviews with Mayo Clinic Specialists, and Your Questions Wed, 19 Jun 2013 20:26:04 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.4.1 Allergies and Asthma http://radio.mayoclinic.org/2013/06/15/allergies-and-asthma/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=allergies-and-asthma http://radio.mayoclinic.org/2013/06/15/allergies-and-asthma/#comments Sun, 16 Jun 2013 00:22:01 +0000 tracymccray http://radio.mayoclinic.org/?p=4645 Continue reading →]]> On Saturday, June 22, Gerald Volcheck, M.D. will join us to discuss Allergies and Asthma.  How should you best manage seasonal allergies and how important is it to know what you are allergic to?  Plus the latest on asthma; is it becoming more common and what is the best way to treat it?  Also, this week’s Myth or Matter of Fact: A peanut allergy is the most common food allergy.

(Note: Listen to the program LIVE Saturdays at 9am CT on I Heart Radio via KROC AM. The show is taped for rebroadcast by some affiliates.)

]]> http://radio.mayoclinic.org/2013/06/15/allergies-and-asthma/feed/ 0 The Genetics of Breast Cancer http://radio.mayoclinic.org/2013/06/10/the-genetics-of-breast-cancer/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-genetics-of-breast-cancer http://radio.mayoclinic.org/2013/06/10/the-genetics-of-breast-cancer/#comments Mon, 10 Jun 2013 14:32:28 +0000 tracymccray http://radio.mayoclinic.org/?p=4631 Continue reading →]]> On Saturday, June 15, Sandhya Pruthi, M.D. from the Mayo Breast Clinic discusses “The Genetics of Breast Cancer.”  Although many women are still afraid of breast cancer, much has changed in the battle of this dreaded disease.  We will discuss a new genetic blood test that empowers physicians and patients to choose preventative therapies that may reduce breast cancer risk.  We will be joined by surgeon Valerie Lemaine, M.D. to learn more about prophylactic or preventative mastectomy.  Also, this week’s Myth or Matter of Fact: 5-10% of all breast cancers are hereditary.

(Note: Listen to the program LIVE Saturdays at 9am CT on I Heart Radio via KROC AM. The show is taped for rebroadcast by some affiliates.)

My Medical Choice by Angelina Jolie ~ New York Times

Mastectomy Debate: Much needed information or fueling hysteria? ~ Star Tribune

]]> http://radio.mayoclinic.org/2013/06/10/the-genetics-of-breast-cancer/feed/ 0 The Science of Swallowing http://radio.mayoclinic.org/2013/06/02/the-science-of-swallowing/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-science-of-swallowing http://radio.mayoclinic.org/2013/06/02/the-science-of-swallowing/#comments Mon, 03 Jun 2013 02:49:21 +0000 tracymccray http://radio.mayoclinic.org/?p=4601 Continue reading →]]> On Saturday, June 8, Mayo Clinic thoracic surgeon Stephen Cassivi, M.D., discusses “The Science of Swallowing.”  It seems pretty simple and is something we take for granted, however it’s actually not all that simple.  We’ll discuss problems with swallowing and the reasons behind them.  Also, this we’ll address this week’s Myth or Matter of Fact; the average person swallows 600 times per day.

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]]> http://radio.mayoclinic.org/2013/06/02/the-science-of-swallowing/feed/ 0 Living to 100 http://radio.mayoclinic.org/2013/05/27/living-to-100/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=living-to-100 http://radio.mayoclinic.org/2013/05/27/living-to-100/#comments Tue, 28 May 2013 00:24:04 +0000 tracymccray http://radio.mayoclinic.org/?p=4556 Continue reading →]]> On Saturday, June 1, Mayo Clinic geriatrician Paul Takahashi, M.D., discusses “Living to be 100.”  As baby boomers grow older and health issues increase, is it possible to age gracefully? We’ll discuss some high-tech ways to monitor your health so you can stay in your home longer, and we’ll answer the question for this week’s Myth or Matter of Fact, “The older you get, the less you sleep.” Join us!  (Note: Listen to the program LIVE Saturdays at 9am CT on I Heart Radio via KROC AM. The show is taped for rebroadcast by some affiliates.)

Click here for the full show mp3: Medical edge Radio Full Show 6-1-2013

112 Birthdays!

12 Surprising Signs You’ll Live To 100 can be found here.

]]> http://radio.mayoclinic.org/2013/05/27/living-to-100/feed/ 0 Obesity Surgery http://radio.mayoclinic.org/2013/05/20/obesity-surgery/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=obesity-surgery http://radio.mayoclinic.org/2013/05/20/obesity-surgery/#comments Mon, 20 May 2013 15:17:05 +0000 tracymccray http://radio.mayoclinic.org/?p=4534 Continue reading →]]> For Memorial Day Weekend we will feature a previously recorded program with Michael Sarr, M.D. about the surgery for obesity.  Gaining weight, losing weight, dieting and working out can turn into a never ending cycle of frustration for many Americans.  Weight-loss surgery is becoming more popular in the U.S., even among teenagers.  We’ll discuss the process with Dr. Sarr.

Plus, Vivian Williams has medical news from this week.

Here is Dr. Sarr discussing this surgery.

 

 

]]> http://radio.mayoclinic.org/2013/05/20/obesity-surgery/feed/ 2 Stroke Awareness and Prevention http://radio.mayoclinic.org/2013/05/12/stroke-awareness-and-prevention/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=stroke-awareness-and-prevention http://radio.mayoclinic.org/2013/05/12/stroke-awareness-and-prevention/#comments Sun, 12 May 2013 21:17:16 +0000 tracymccray http://radio.mayoclinic.org/?p=4519 Continue reading →]]> Dr. Robert Brown Jr.  join us to talk about Stroke Prevention.   Did you know strokes are the fourth leading cause of death in the US?  Strokes claim the lives of 150,000 individuals every year and leave a 250,000 handicapped every year.  We also discussed what causes a stroke, warning signs for stroke and “telestroke?”

Miss the show? Click here for the podcast! Medical edge Radio Full Show 5-18-2013 -mp3 44min

Dr. Brown offers more Stroke Awareness information.

 

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]]> http://radio.mayoclinic.org/2013/05/12/stroke-awareness-and-prevention/feed/ 0 Shared Decision Making http://radio.mayoclinic.org/2013/05/06/shared-decision-making/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=shared-decision-making http://radio.mayoclinic.org/2013/05/06/shared-decision-making/#comments Mon, 06 May 2013 20:01:27 +0000 tracymccray http://radio.mayoclinic.org/?p=4496 Continue reading →]]> Dr. Victor Montori joined us on Medical Edge Radio to discuss a different way to approach the topic of health care; Shared Decision Making.  Are patients participating in medical decisions affecting their care?  What does it take to participate in those decisions?  Is this the end of “whatever you say, doc?”

During the program, Dr. Montori reminded us there are three key points to remember when you incorporate Shared Decision Making into a conversation with your healthcare team:

  1. What are the options for my health situation?
  2. What are the pros and cons for those options?
  3. How likely are you to experience those different possible outcomes?

Miss the show? Click for the mp3: Medical edge Radio Full Show 5-11-13

Dr. Montori explains Shared Decision Making.  Also, the “Less is more” future of healthcare.

 

Be Sun Smart: Mole Gets a Mole

 

 

]]> http://radio.mayoclinic.org/2013/05/06/shared-decision-making/feed/ 2 Brain Tumor Awareness Month http://radio.mayoclinic.org/2013/04/29/brain-tumor-awareness-month/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=brain-tumor-awareness-month http://radio.mayoclinic.org/2013/04/29/brain-tumor-awareness-month/#comments Mon, 29 Apr 2013 14:14:29 +0000 tracymccray http://radio.mayoclinic.org/?p=4473 Continue reading →]]> May is Brain Tumor Awareness Month.

Our guest was brain surgeon Dr. Michael Link and neurologist Dr. Alyx Porter.  Brain tumors can strike anyone at any age and can be malignant or benign.  We discussed symptoms, diagnoses, treatments, and prognosis.  Also, what does the future hold and what role might proton beam therapy play in treatment?

Mother and author Jen O’Hara joined us to talk about her daughter Shannon who-although she lost her battle with brain cancer- was Determined To Matter.

Miss this show? Click here for the full audio: Medical edge Radio Full Show 5-4-13

Dr. Alyx Porter on targeting glioblastoma brain tumors.


Dr. Robert Jenkins on how genetics play a role in one type of tumor.


]]> http://radio.mayoclinic.org/2013/04/29/brain-tumor-awareness-month/feed/ 2 Wrist Issues http://radio.mayoclinic.org/2013/04/22/golf-and-the-wrist/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=golf-and-the-wrist http://radio.mayoclinic.org/2013/04/22/golf-and-the-wrist/#comments Mon, 22 Apr 2013 17:33:23 +0000 tracymccray http://radio.mayoclinic.org/?p=4445 Continue reading →]]> Golfers know that wrist pain can wreak havoc with your game.  Dr. Sanj Kakar joined us to discuss problems like thumb arthritis, wrist fractures, cysts and tumors that affect everyone, not just golfers!  Also, an update on the YIPS with Dr. John Caviness.

Click here for  Medical edge Radio Full Show 4-27-13 44min mp3

Check out these tips for a healthier swing.

The article Dr. Gerald Fletcher discussed can be found here.

]]> http://radio.mayoclinic.org/2013/04/22/golf-and-the-wrist/feed/ 4 Sinuses http://radio.mayoclinic.org/2013/04/15/sinuses/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sinuses http://radio.mayoclinic.org/2013/04/15/sinuses/#comments Mon, 15 Apr 2013 13:52:32 +0000 tracymccray http://radio.mayoclinic.org/?p=4415 Continue reading →]]> Dr. Erin O’Brien joined us to discuss the sinuses.  Sinus issues can cause major problems for patients young and old.  We discussed sinus surgery, sinus headaches, post nasal drip and allergy vs. sinus issues.  Also, we’ll find out just what a Neti Pot is!!

Miss the show? Medical edge Radio Full Show 4-20-13 44min mp3

How to determine if it’s Allergies vs Sinus Infection with Dr. Guarderas.

 

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