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Save Your Thyroid with Jennifer Holkem

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March 9, 2023

RFA for Thyroid CANCER Recurrences: Dr. Ahmad and Dr. Aljammal

Please subscribe to this podcast and support my advocacy: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/itsmejenagain/subscribe This video was originally published on YouTube on 10/25/22. Today, I'm joined by Dr. Shahzad Ahmad and Dr. Jules Aljammal of Thyroid Clinic Utah to discuss a new use for thyroid RFA: Treating metastatic lymph nodes in thyroid cancer recurrences! This is an exciting option now available to patients who no longer want to undergo repeat surgeries when thyroid cancer recurs. Wat...
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March 9, 2023

Thyroid RFA in NEW ORLEANS: Dr. Emad Kandil

This video was originally published on YouTube on 10/18/22. In today's video, you'll meet a highly ranked endocrine surgeon with a passion for thyroid RFA. We'll talk with Dr. Emad Kandil about his experience with thyroid radiofrequency ablation. Dr. Kandil is the Chief of General, Endocrine and Oncological Surgery at Tulane University Medical School in New Orleans, Lousianna. Since completing his training at Johns Hopkins, he has has lectured worldwide on topics related to thyroid surgery a...
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March 9, 2023

Thyroid Microwave Ablation in TURKEY: Dr. Bulent Cekic

Please subscribe to this podcast and support my advocacy: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/itsmejenagain/subscribe This video was originally published on YouTube on 10/11/22. Today, you'll meet a physician who is both saving thyroids and training doctors in Antalya, Turkey. As an Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Bulent Cekic treats parts of the body. He has a high volume of experience treating thyroid nodules with both RFA and Microwave Ablation. Dr. Bulent's website (coming soon!) www.dr...
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March 9, 2023

Thyroid RFA in ATLANTA: Dr. Steve Bomeli

Please subscribe to this podcast and support my advocacy: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/itsmejenagain/subscribe This video was originally published on YouTube on 9/20/22. Earlier this year, Dr. Steve Bomeli and I met at an RFA physician training at Johns Hopkins in Baltimore, Maryland. He is now offering this procedure at his practice in Atlanta, Georgia and his patients are seeing great results in their shrinking thyroid nodules. Dr. Bomeli practices at Advanced Ear, Nose and Throa...
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March 9, 2023

RFA for thyroid cancer: Em's experience

Please subscribe to this podcast and support my advocacy: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/itsmejenagain/subscribe This video was originally published on YouTube on 9/18/22. Em is a patient who underwent RFA treatment for papillary thyroid cancer. This interview was recorded to be presented as part of a session at the 2022 ThyCa Virtual Conference. Em's provider: Dr. Yucel Korkusuz https://www.arzt-auskunft.de/arzt/nuklearmedizin/fulda/dr-yuecel-korkusuz-6639737 Disclaimer: None of the ...
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March 9, 2023

Thyroid RFA in AUSTIN: Dr. Bridget Brady

Please subscribe to this podcast and support my advocacy: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/itsmejenagain/subscribe This video was originally published on YouTube on 9/13/22. On my recent trip to Texas, I had the opportunity to catch up with Dr. Bridget Brady, a provider of Thyroid Radiofrequency Ablation in Austin. Watch the full interview with Dr. John Sabra: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QQV9KuWfjBo Watch me perform RFA on chicken here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HC0Gsurja2Y 👉 F...
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March 9, 2023

Thyroid RFA in AUSTIN: Dr. John Sabra

Please subscribe to this podcast and support my advocacy: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/itsmejenagain/subscribe This video was originally published on YouTube on 9/12/22. On my recent trip to Texas, I had the opportunity to catch up with Dr. John Sabra, a provider of Thyroid Radiofrequency Ablation in Austin. Watch the full interview with Dr. Bridget Brady here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2aimu4pnOoM Watch me perform RFA on chicken here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HC0Gsurja2...
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March 9, 2023

Thyroid RFA in DALLAS: Dr. Jonathan Leffert

Please subscribe to this podcast and support my advocacy: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/itsmejenagain/subscribe This video was originally published on YouTube on 9/6/22. On my recent trip to Texas, I had the opportunity to catch up with Dr. Jonathan Leffert, a new provider of Thyroid Radiofrequency Ablation in Dallas, TX. Watch the rest of my chicken RFA here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HC0Gsurja2Y Dr. Leffert's website: https://www.ntendocenter.com/ Disclaimer: None of the statem...
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March 9, 2023

Thyroid Laser ablation: Becki's experience

Please subscribe to this podcast and support my advocacy: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/itsmejenagain/subscribe This video was originally published on YouTube on 8/30/22. Becki underwent percutaneous laser ablation treatment to shrink her largest thyroid nodule. Newly available in the United States, laser ablation shrinks thyroid nodules without surgery. Because of this heat based, NONSURGICAL procedure, Becki was able to save her thyroid and preserve its natural function. Becki's lase...
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March 9, 2023

Thyroid RFA in BROOKLYN NY: Dr. Saka Kazeem

Please subscribe to this podcast and support my advocacy: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/itsmejenagain/subscribe This video was originally published on YouTube on 5/31/22. In addition to being prepared for RFA through many years of experience with ultrasound and fine needle aspirations, Dr. Saka Kazeem also participated in RFA training in both Italy and Brazil. He offers a great deal of experience and dedication in the field of interventional endocrinology. Dr. Kazeem's website: htt...
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March 9, 2023

Thyroid laser ablation and other options in WISCONSIN: Dr. Iftikhar Malik

Please subscribe to this podcast and support my advocacy: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/itsmejenagain/subscribe This video was originally published on YouTube on 5/24/22. After struggling with his own thyroid problem, Dr. Iftikhar Malik grew very passionate about helping patients with their thyroid health. He is one of a select few physicians in the United States offering 3 different minimally invasive procedures for thyroid nodules: laser, RFA, and PEI. Today, we will primarily dis...
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March 9, 2023

Laser Ablation in MIAMI: Dr. Alex Manzano

This video was originally published on YouTube on 5/17/22. Dr. Alex Manzano, based in Miami, Florida learned about interventional thyroid procedures during his fellowship training. Today, he shares with us his experience helping patients avoid unnecessary surgeries and how insurance coverage is now available for the laser ablation procedure used to shrink thyroid nodules. Dr. Alex Manzano's website: www.mde.care Follow Dr. Manzano on IG: https://www.instagram.com/miamiendocrinologists/ Follow ...
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March 9, 2023

The Save Your Thyroid Nonprofit (9): Dr. Keith Forwith

This video was originally published on YouTube on 5/10/22. In this interview segment, I mention our intention of incorporating our FB community into a nonprofit organization. Dr. Forwith's LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-forwith-a294a851/ Dr. Forwith's practice: https://www.advancedentandallergy.com/providers/our-physicians/keith-d-forwith-ph-d-m-d/ Dr. Forwith's website: https://thyroid.doctor/ Dr. Forwith's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/entallergydoc1 Disclaimer: ...
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March 9, 2023

Thyroid RFA and Surgery Combo (8): Dr. Keith Forwith

This video was originally published on YouTube on 5/10/22. In this interview segment, Dr. Keith Forwith discusses the possibility of using a combination of thyroid RFA and surgery in certain cases. Dr. Forwith's LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-forwith-a294a851/ Dr. Forwith's practice: https://www.advancedentandallergy.com/providers/our-physicians/keith-d-forwith-ph-d-m-d/ Dr. Forwith's website: https://thyroid.doctor/ Dr. Forwith's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/ent...
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March 9, 2023

Scenarios of Thyroid Cancer Treatment (7): Dr. Keith Forwith

This video was originally published on YouTube on 5/10/22. In this interview segment, Dr. Keith Forwith discusses a few possible treatment scenarios of thyroid cancer. Dr. Forwith's LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-forwith-a294a851/ Dr. Forwith's practice: https://www.advancedentandallergy.com/providers/our-physicians/keith-d-forwith-ph-d-m-d/ Dr. Forwith's website: https://thyroid.doctor/ Dr. Forwith's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/entallergydoc1 Disclaimer: None of...
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March 9, 2023

RFA for Thyroid Cancer Recurrences (6): Dr. Keith Forwith

This video was originally published on YouTube on 5/10/22. In this interview segment, Dr. Keith Forwith discusses when RFA is an appropriate treatment for thyroid cancer recurrences. Dr. Forwith's LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-forwith-a294a851/ Dr. Forwith's practice: https://www.advancedentandallergy.com/providers/our-physicians/keith-d-forwith-ph-d-m-d/ Dr. Forwith's website: https://thyroid.doctor/ Dr. Forwith's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/entallergydoc1 Disc...
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March 9, 2023

Data supporting RFA to treat Thyroid Cancer (5): Dr. Keith Forwith

This video was originally published on YouTube on 5/10/22. In this interview segment, Dr. Keith Forwith discusses the data that we currently have on the efficacy of RFA treatment for thyroid cancer. Dr. Forwith's LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-forwith-a294a851/ Dr. Forwith's practice: https://www.advancedentandallergy.com/providers/our-physicians/keith-d-forwith-ph-d-m-d/ Dr. Forwith's website: https://thyroid.doctor/ Dr. Forwith's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/ent...
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March 9, 2023

Is RFA Appropriate for Thyroid Cancer (4): Dr. Keith Forwith

This video was originally published on YouTube on 5/10/22. In this interview segment, Dr. Keith Forwith discusses the importance of biopsies and genetic testing in determining appropriate treatment for thyroid cancer. Dr. Forwith's LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-forwith-a294a851/ Dr. Forwith's practice: https://www.advancedentandallergy.com/providers/our-physicians/keith-d-forwith-ph-d-m-d/ Dr. Forwith's website: https://thyroid.doctor/ Dr. Forwith's YouTube channel: https://...
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March 9, 2023

Biopsy and Genetic Testing in Thyroid Cancer (3): Dr. Keith Forwith

This video was originally published on YouTube on 5/10/22. In this interview segment, Dr. Keith Forwith discusses some of the parameters for when RFA is an appropriate treatment for thyroid cancer. Dr. Forwith's LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-forwith-a294a851/ Dr. Forwith's practice: https://www.advancedentandallergy.com/providers/our-physicians/keith-d-forwith-ph-d-m-d/ Dr. Forwith's website: https://thyroid.doctor/ Dr. Forwith's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/ent...
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March 9, 2023

Early Intervention in Thyroid Cancer (2): Dr. Keith Forwith

This video was originally published on YouTube on 5/10/22. In this interview segment, Dr. Keith Forwith discusses the importance of early intervention in thyroid cancer, how effective RFA is on small cancers, biopsy criteria, and contraindications for RFA treatment of thyroid cancer. Dr. Forwith's LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-forwith-a294a851/ Dr. Forwith's practice: https://www.advancedentandallergy.com/providers/our-physicians/keith-d-forwith-ph-d-m-d/ Dr. Forwith's webs...
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March 9, 2023

RFA for Thyroid Cancer (1): Dr. Keith Forwith

This video was originally published on YouTube on 5/10/22. Is thyroid RFA an appropriate treatment option for thyroid cancer? Its a topic that patients frequently ask about in our Facebook group. And unfortunately, answering patients' questions about this isn't totally straightforward or absolute. But today, Dr. Keith Forwith is going to help us better understand the nuances of thyroid cancer and choosing the appropriate treatment option. Dr. Forwith's LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com...
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March 9, 2023

Thyroid RFA in AUSTIN TX: Dr. Bridget Brady and Dr. John Sabra

This video was originally published on YouTube on 5/3/22. Surgeons who offer a nonsurgical treatment option for thyroid nodules? Its not crazy, even though it may sound as such! While initially slowed down by the pandemic, Dr. Brady and Dr. Sabra have recently seen a record number of patients seeking RFA treatment of thyroid nodules at their practice in Austin, Texas. Austin Thyroid and Parathyroid Surgeons: https://www.austinthyroidsurgeons.com/ Follow them on IG: https://www.instagram.com/au...
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March 9, 2023

Thyroid Laser ablation in NAPLES ITALY: Dr. Stefano Spiezia

This video was originally published on YouTube on 3/15/22. Laser ablation for thyroid nodules is a newly available treatment option in the United States. It is similar to RFA in that it uses a tiny probe to ablate and shrink a thyroid nodule. Today's guest, Dr. Stefano Spiezia, is an expert on this technology and recently traveled to the US from Naples, Italy to conduct physician trainings across the country. Today, we'll learn more about the laser procedure and how it helps patients save t...
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March 9, 2023

Treating Thyroid Cysts Without Surgery: Dr. Agustin Andrade

This video was originally published on YouTube on 3/8/22. In today's video, we're joined by Dr. Agustin Andrade of Miami, Florida, who's been doing PEI (percutaneous ethanol injection) for thyroid cysts with excellent results for over 2 decades. For many years, the standard of care for managing thyroid cysts was surgery. Dr. Andrade wants doctors to know there is an inexpensive and effective alternative treatment option that preserves the thyroid gland. Dr. Andrade is Chief of the Endocrinolog...