BEYOND SURGERY: The PAST, PRESENT, and FUTURE of treating thyroid nodules
In this episode of Save Your Thyroid, Jennifer Holkem discusses the latest advancements in thyroid care, focusing on thyroid nodules and the innovative non-surgical treatment known as radiofrequency ablation (RFA). Joined by Dr. John Interlandi, they explore the history of thyroid treatment, the impact of nodular thyroid disease, and the benefits of RFA as a safe and effective alternative to surgery. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding thyroid health, the evolution of treatment options, and the need for ongoing monitoring of thyroid conditions. In this conversation, John Interlandi and Jen discuss the intricacies of Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) for thyroid nodules, including its effectiveness, patient experiences, follow-up care, and the implications of insurance coverage. They explore the evolving landscape of thyroid treatment, emphasizing the importance of continuity of care and the potential future of RFA as a non-surgical intervention.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Thyroid Health and RFA
00:30 Understanding Thyroid Nodules and Misconceptions
03:04 Historical Context of Thyroid Treatments
05:49 Advancements in Thyroid Diagnostics
08:25 Radiofrequency Ablation: The New Frontier
11:07 The Procedure: How RFA Works
13:49 Benefits of RFA Over Traditional Surgery
16:41 Patient Experience and Recovery
19:15 Integrating RFA into Thyroid Disease Management
22:50 The Expertise Barrier in Thyroid Surgery
25:34 Disruptive Technology in Healthcare
28:16 Patient Experiences with RFA
33:02 Thyroid Hormone Dependency Post-Surgery
36:50 Chronic Nature of Nodular Thyroid Disease
44:18 Understanding Post-RFA Ultrasound Changes
53:29 Understanding T4 and T3: The Thyroid Connection
54:43 Candidacy for RFA: Who Qualifies?
58:00 Identifying Good Candidates for RFA
59:18 The RFA Procedure: What to Expect
01:01:37 Insurance and Financial Aspects of RFA
01:05:40 Quality of Life and Patient Experience
01:11:17 The Future of RFA in Thyroid Treatment
01:18:59 Introduction to the Podcast and Resources
Watch Dr. Interlandi and Dr. Leal perform thyroid RFA:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jp2kQBCkpsw
👉Dr. Leal and Dr. Interlandi’s practice: New Horizon Diabetes Clinic
👉Website: https://www.newhorizondiabetes.com/
👉Follow New Horizon Diabetes Clinic on social media: https://www.facebook.com/NewHorizonDiabetesClinic
Disclaimer: None of the statements made in this or any other video by "Its me Jen again" should be considered medical advice.
Support the channel:
PAYPAL👉https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/itsmejenagain
VENMO👉https://account.venmo.com/u/itsme_jenagain
Affiliate links:
TOUPS AND CO👉https://toupsandco.com/jen
RIVERSIDE👉https://www.riverside.fm/?via=itsmejenagain
VAN MAN👉https://vanman.shop/?ref=itsmejenagain
BON CHARGE👉https://us.boncharge.com/?rfsn=7843863.50b9fa&shpxid=4137e8a5-8199-46cb-b71c-0f86d29924ff
Resources:
👉Podcast: https://www.saveyourthyroidwithjen.com/
👉Patient site: https://www.saveyourthyroid.org/
👉Private FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/saveyourthyroidnonsurgical
👉Patient Navigation: https://www.saveyourthyroidwithjen.com/p/patient-navigation-services/
Hashtags:
#advocate #saveyourthyroid #thyroidnodule #thyroidsurgery #nonsurgical #thermalablation #thyroidectomy #hemithyroidectomy #patient #advocate #itsmejenagain #thyroidrfa #endocrinology #Nashville #SmyrnaTN #Tennessee #TN #NewHorizonDiabetesClinic#NewHorizonDiabetesClinic
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
