Best Dr C Michael Gibson Podcasts (2025)

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Test with Confidence: A Conversation with Gary Falcetano, PA-C of Thermo Fisher Scientific on AGS Testing 32:33

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5d ago32:33

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In this conversation, we pull back the curtain on alpha-gal syndrome diagnostic testing at Thermo Fisher Scientific with Gary Falcetano, PA-C. Gary shares insights into how the alpha-gal syndrome test works and answers some of our most frequently asked questions. How do you talk to your provider about being tested? Is the test covered by insurance?…

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The Whole Picture: A Conversation with Dr. Zachary Spiritos, Neurogasteroenterologist and Co-founder of EverBetter Medicine 37:09

30d ago37:09

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Before being diagnosed with alpha-gal syndrome, many of us often felt dismissed, bouncing from doctor to doctor and frequently hearing "it's all in your head" from specialists. Dr. Spiritos offers a refreshing alternative: he truly listens to his patients and recognizes connections across different body systems. Tune in to this episode to hear Dr. …

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Be Heard: A Conversation with Dr. Aleksandra Brown, Board-Certified Dermatologist on Skincare and Beyond 40:29

2M ago40:29

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Dr. Aleksandra Brown, DO, FAOCD, FAAD is a board-certified dermatologist at River Ridge Dermatology in Blacksburg, VA. Dr. Brown has become an active educator on social media, where she shares expert skincare tips, educational videos, and dermatology insights. In this episode, we dive into some of the most commonly asked questions regarding alpha-g…

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Be the Change: A Conversation with TAG Teen Contributor, Peyton Owen, on Becoming a Fierce AGS Advocate 42:54

3M ago42:54

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At age 16, Peyton Owen decided to take her alpha-gal diagnosis and use it as a force for good. Our very own TAG Teen Contributor is sharing some exciting updates full of new projects for the alpha-gal community! Last year Peyton jumped into the advocacy space by getting involved with the FARE Teen Advisory Group, which led to an amazing collaborati…

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Epi is Awesome: A Conversation with Dr. Michael Pistiner, MD, MMSc on Allergic Reactions and How Epinephrine Gets Control 49:02

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Dr. Mike Pistiner is not just an allergist and immunologist, he’s also an allergy dad and fierce patient advocate. In this episode, Dr. Mike breaks down what allergies are, typical signs and symptoms and how they're treated. Have you been curious about when is the right time to use epinephrine? Then this episode is for YOU! Tune in today! Michael P…

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Super Powered: A Conversation with Erin Sherry, Author of Alpha-gal Gal Takes on the World 22:42

6M ago22:42

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In her new children’s book, “Alpha-gal Gal Takes on the World,” Erin Sherry turns the challenges of AGS into strengths. Instead of focusing on all the things AGS takes away, her main character Alpha-gal Gal gains superhero powers to keep herself safe and educate others. Throughout the book, Erin’s superhero shares facts on alpha-gal in a non-fearfu…

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Open Arms: A Conversation with Eleanor Garrow-Holding, President and CEO of FAACT 48:32

7M ago48:32

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Meet Eleanor, a mom on a mission. When her son was diagnosed with severe food allergies in 2004, Eleanor was launched into a whirlwind of support and advocacy for the food allergy community, eventually leading her to found and lead the Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Connection Team (FAACT). Alongside the FAACT leadership team, she provides the educat…

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Let’s be Brave Together: A Conversation with Robyn Lao, the Food Allergy Mom Behind the ADDE Act 33:02

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Robyn Lao knows first hand how challenging it can be to eat at restaurants when living with food allergies. Since her nine-year-old daughter Addie was diagnosed with several life-threatening food allergies as an infant, the family has generally avoided eating out. So when the family recently ventured out to a local restaurant for a meal, they were …

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A Trusted Messenger: A Conversation with Sherrina Gibson about Bridging Research and Community 41:49

8M ago41:49

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Driven by her own daughter’s diagnosis of 33 food allergies, Sherrina Gibson is passionate about food allergy inclusion. Founder and CEO of Carter Consulting, Sherrina brings a community-first, evidence-based approach to everything she does whether she's helping clinics tell their story through data or advancing food allergy awareness at the system…

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Micro Joys to Big Wins and Everything in Between 21:09

8M ago21:09

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Sometimes the biggest strides in our healing journey happen when we start to acknowledge the tiny wins, or micro joys, that show up each day. In this episode, we talk about joy of all sizes. Tune in now, and let us know what’s bringing you joy these days!By Two Alpha Gals

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Could IBS Be AGS? A Conversation with Gastroenterologist, Dr. Sarah McGill, about the GI-Only Onset of Alpha-Gal Syndrome 24:05

9M ago24:05

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Dr. Sarah McGill, gastroenterologist at the University of North Carolina, identified a pattern in her patients testing positive for alpha-gal syndrome when presenting with only GI symptoms, specifically after eating red meat. In this episode, we talk to Dr. McGill about what led her to start testing her GI patients for alpha-gal syndrome, as well a…

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Heal Out Loud: A Conversation with Meghan Bradshaw about Reclaiming Your Power 53:39

10M ago53:39

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Tick-borne disease often feels like it takes everything from you. Meghan Bradshaw is no exception. As a healthy 20-something, Meghan’s health suddenly declined. Her journey led her from misdiagnosis to multiple joint replacements, fusions, and physiological and emotional devastation. Rather than sitting back and accepting her illness, Meghan instea…

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Holding Hope: A Conversation on Healing Through Purpose with Ali, Founder of The Tick Chicks 44:56

10M ago44:56

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Ali knew something was not right, even when she was told repeatedly, “everything is normal.” Although relentless in her pursuit to find answers, it still took more than six years for her lyme diagnosis. Ali walks us through her journey and how it began by shifting her mindset to show up each day. Her “5 Minute Mindset” inspired her work at The Tick…

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Pulling the Pin: Stories of Anaphylaxis and Epinephrine 30:23

11M ago30:23

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Using your auto-injector is NOT like pulling the pin on a grenade! In this episode, we share our experiences with anaphylaxis and how we let fear cloud our understanding of the relief brought by proper treatment, including epinephrine. Anaphylaxis can be scary, but it doesn’t have to be. Preparation is key. We discuss the steps we take and the tool…

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Free to Be Me 2025 Retreat: A Conversation with Founder, Amanda Orlando 36:20

11M ago36:20

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In this episode, we welcome Amanda Orlando back to the podcast to chat about the Free To Be Me Society’s 2025 retreat, happening April 4-6, 2025 in Toronto, Canada. This year’s retreat focuses on repose: a state of rest, sleep, or tranquility. Amanda shares the inspiration behind the event and explains why the emphasis of the retreat this year is o…

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Inflammation and Cardio-Rheumatology with Dr Nehal Mehta 52:03

12M ago52:03

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We would love to hear your thoughts on the episodes! Dr Thomas Nero discusses inflammation and the role of rheumatologic disorders on coronary artery disease with Dr Nehal Mehta, exploring how chronic inflammation serves as a cornerstone for various health issues, particularly in patients with conditions like psoriasis and serves as a model for inv…

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Check Yo Self: A Conversation with Olivia and Steve Abrams, the Father-Daughter Duo Behind TiCK MiTT 49:39

12M ago49:39

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Olivia and Steve Abrams have every reason to hate ticks. After navigating their own battles with Lyme disease, the dynamic duo set out to find a solution to reduce tick exposure. But what started as a personal journey became a mission to help others reduce the risk of tick-borne disease transmission through the development of TiCK MiTT. Tune in now…

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Inflammation and Cardiovascular Disease with Dr Nehal Mehta 7:52

12M ago7:52

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Let us know your thoughts. We would love to hear from you. In this conversation, Dr. Nehal Mehta and Dr. Thomas Nero discuss the critical relationship between systemic inflammation and cardiovascular health, particularly in patients with psoriasis. He emphasizes the importance of understanding how an overactive immune system can lead to increased r…

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Elijah’s Echo: A Conversation with Thomas Silvera, Co-Founder of the Elijah-Alavi Foundation 1:03:40

1y ago1:03:40

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Thomas Silvera and his wife Dina lived through a parent’s worst nightmare when they tragically lost their three-year old son to an allergic reaction at his daycare facility. In this conversation, Thomas shares how they have turned their tragedy into a mission to help save the lives of other food-allergic children across the country through awarenes…

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Grateful for Good Eats 14:56

1y ago14:56

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It’s that time of year again! And because so many of our holiday traditions revolve around food, we thought we would re-release our Thanksgiving episode. We often feel like we miss out on delicious comfort and tradition due to our alpha-gal restrictions. Not this year, because it’s all about safe foods! In this Holiday Mini, The Gals share some of …

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Moving the Needle: A Conversation with Changemaker Ali Moresco on Moving from Illness to Advocacy 52:00

1y ago52:00

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Ali Moresco didn’t always feel well enough to be the advocate she is now. But her long fight with Lyme Disease inspired her to influence and change the world around her. As founder of Moresco Public Relations and Communications where she marries patient needs with client goals, and her service to various Lyme advocacy groups where she continues to …

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Rx Champions: A Conversation with Andrew Mize and Corrie Newman of Debbie's Family Pharmacy 1:04:01

1y ago1:04:01

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Pharmacist Andrew Mize and Pharmacy Tech Corrie Newman are making their pharmacy alpha-gal safe. But they aren’t stopping there - they’re on a mission to help other pharmacies do the same. In this episode, we discuss the steps they’re taking to help the AGS community and how they plan to expand that across the country. And you won’t want to miss th…

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Uncovering Heroes: A Conversation with Dr. Bill Rawls on Owning Your Recovery 1:01:08

1y ago1:01:08

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Every good story has a hero and a villain. And a solution. Dr. Bill Rawls is on a mission to get people to become the hero of their own story to reach healing. As a practicing physician, Dr. Rawls noticed that people with chronic illnesses weren’t getting well. So he is using what he learned in his own healing journey to help others own their recov…

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Chasing Joy: A Conversation with Jess Berger, Founder of Bundle x Joy 47:41

1y ago47:41

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As Founder of Bundle x Joy, a purpose-driven pet brand that focuses on allergy-friendly products, Jess Berger is on a mission to create a space where everyone is welcome. Jess recognized a need and bravely stepped out of her comfort zone to follow her passion after years in corporate America. In this episode, Jess shares her story of living her pur…

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Where It All Began: Undiagnosed 28:48

1y ago28:48

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We’re sending you back to the beginning! As we get ready to expand on the work we’ve been doing for the last five years, we invite you to revisit how it all got started. Debbie and Candice went a cumulative 30 years with undiagnosed symptoms that included everything from brain fog to joint pain and GI distress. Hear about the symptoms of alpha-gal …

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Like Mother, Like Daughter: A Conversation with Natalie Nichols on Navigating AGS as a Young Adult 22:37

1+ y ago22:37

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Peyton Owen and Natalie Nichols have several things in common. They’re both young adults. They both love the outdoors. And they’re both living with AGS AND with mothers who also have AGS. In this episode, our teen contributor Peyton chats with Debbie’s daughter Natalie on what it’s like having AGS in the family and how they’re both managing AGS in …

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I Believe You: A Conversation with Mandy Irby on Trauma-Informed Care & Living with Alpha-Gal 1:21:11

1+ y ago1:21:11

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In this conversation, Mandy Irby, Founder and CEO of The Birth Nurse, shares how she shifted the focus of her career as a labor and delivery nurse to a patient-centered, trauma-informed approach. Not only is she fostering healthy relationships and birthing experiences for expectant parents and medical professionals, but she is applying her knowledg…

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Fresh Tracks with Taylor: Dating Moves 59:31

1+ y ago59:31

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Jump right in, mid-conversation, to our latest chat with Taylor on this Fresh Tracks episode. Our pre-recording conversation was so good, we just hit record! In this episode, we touch on everything from eating out to reactions to our main topic: Dating. Taylor dives into a different kind of in-the-wild experience as a young single trying to date wi…

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Hey, Grill, Heyyy! 27:45

1+ y ago27:45

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We are relaunching one of our favorite summertime episodes and share a quick update! A delicious summertime meal on the grill does not require steaks or burgers or any beef or pork at all. In this episode, we discuss the steps we take to grill safely with alpha-gal syndrome. We share our favorite AGS-safe grilled meals, unexpected ways to spruce up…

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Authentic Beats: A Conversation with DJ Eric Rhodes about Mashing up Music and Life 39:32

1+ y ago39:32

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Eric Rhodes isn’t just a high-performing TikTok DJ. He’s also a husband, father, and authentic storyteller. Through music, Eric found inspiration and discovered a passion for igniting joy in others. In this uplifting conversation, we get an inside peek at Eric’s inventive musical mashups and how he flipped the negative narrative to forge his own pa…

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Coronary Inflammation, Heart Attack Risk and use of CT angiography With Dr Stefan Neubauer 9:27

1+ y ago9:27

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Let us know your thoughts. We would love to hear from you. Prof. Stefan Neubauer and Dr. Thomas Nero discuss two recent papers on the utility of coronary inflammation imaging on CT coronary angiography and how that translates to increased heart events. Beyond cholesterol, coronary inflammation is being revealed to be a significant risk factor with …

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Coronary Inflammation Imaging with FAI Score on CT angiography with Prof. Stefan Neubauer 45:30

1+ y ago45:30

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We would love to hear your thoughts on the episodes! Prof. Stefan Neubauer and Dr. Thomas Nero discuss two recent papers on the utility of coronary inflammation imaging on CT coronary angiography with Fat Attenuation Index (FAI)FAI score. The ORFAN study demonstrated a 20 fold increased risk in CV event rates with low vs high FAI score and a 10 fol…

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The Heart of the Matter: A Conversation with Charles Green, the Deputy Commissioner with the VDACS 58:46

1+ y ago58:46

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The summer of 2022 became known as the “mystery summer” for Charles Green. After eating a cheeseburger, Charles experienced chest pain that lasted throughout the night and sent him to the ER. Tests confirmed that he in fact had a heart attack, but it would take another five months for his ongoing symptoms to be identified as alpha-gal syndrome. Tun…

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A Fresh Perspective: A Conversation with Peyton Owen on the Challenges and Wins of Living with AGS as a Teen. 27:31

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Sixteen-year old Peyton Owen has been living with alpha-gal syndrome for years. She has courageously stepped into this new journey, ready to learn without giving up all the things she loves. In this episode, Peyton shares some of her own struggles and successes as a thriving teen, as well as her own tips and tricks for how to reinvent everyday life…

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Open Season: Taylor Ernst, an avid hunter and outdoorsman, shares his AGS story. 1:04:53

1+ y ago1:04:53

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Back by popular demand! This week, we are rereleasing our episode with Taylor Ernst. If you didn’t catch it the first time, you won’t want to miss it now! Taylor, an avid hunter, spent months baffled by life-threatening symptoms before finally being diagnosed with AGS. Check out his story to hear how he's coping with alpha-gal syndrome by viewing l…

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Be Relentless: A Conversation with Seth Togal, the Father Behind the ADINA Act. 55:07

1+ y ago55:07

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Since his daughter Adina experienced a terrifying allergic reaction to the inactive ingredients in medication, Seth Togal has been on a mission to change labeling laws through the ADINA Act. Once passed, the ADINA Act will require drug labels to identify major food allergens or gluten-containing grain. Tune in now to hear Seth’s story of unwavering…

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Long Gain: A Conversation with Ashley Fillmore, Founder of Metabolic Fix, on Women’s Health, Nutrition and Sustainable Fitness. 54:59

1+ y ago54:59

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With a deep commitment to helping women better their lives, Ashley strives to inspire others to embrace a life of health, happiness, and self-love they deserve. In this episode, Ashley shares her own story of resilience and how that led to her passion for helping women achieve sustainable transformation- both inside and out. You won’t want to miss …

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Tick Bytes: Baby Steps and Big Leaps 20:57

1+ y ago20:57

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Progress can sometimes be difficult to see. In this Tick Byte episode, Candice and Debbie pause to look back at how far they have come in the last five years. Through mitigating risk with some grace and a little humor, the Gals give an inside peak into how their journey has evolved. Tune in to hear them chat about the practice it took to get to whe…

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Suit Up: A Conversation with Dee Nash, Garden Coach and Author, on Managing Alpha-Gal Syndrome and Holding onto Hope. 33:23

1+ y ago33:23

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Dee Nash contracted alpha-gal syndrome in her very favorite place: her garden. But she didn't let that stop her from doing what she loves most. In this episode, Dee shares the steps she took to overcome her fear and build the courage to get back into the garden and reclaim her life. Tune in now to hear Dee's story and how she's choosing to live a l…

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The Best Route to Well: A Conversation with Dr. Jaban Moore, DC & Functional Medicine Practitioner 46:59

1+ y ago46:59

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Sometimes, it’s hard to believe that healing is possible. But Dr. Jaban Moore refuses to accept that. After facing his own health battles, Dr. Jaban dedicated his career to restoring health through a comprehensive and multi-therapeutic approach. Tune in now to hear how Dr. Jaban turned his own struggles into a commitment to help others. Dr. Jaban M…

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Tick Bytes: 1 Question/ 1 Expert/ 2 Gals, Is IBS Really AGS? 8:34

2y ago8:34

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In our new Tick Byte series, we address one common question from the community. After listening to the expert answer, we dive into a brief discussion from our own personal experiences. In this episode, we share a question that is answered by Gastroenterologist, Dr. Sarah McGill. Have you wondered, if you have IBS, should you get tested for AGS? Tun…

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How to Read and Understand Clinical Trials with Dr C. Michael Gibson 10:33

2y ago10:33

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Let us know your thoughts. We would love to hear from you. Dr Nero and Dr Gibson discuss how to understand the information when looking at clinical trial data. Is it meaningful for a patient? Did the trail population match the patient's risks and medical problems? The also discuss the importance of Shared Decision Making and the use of Absolute Ris…

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Trial Statistics, Trial Design and AI with Dr. C Michael Gibson 34:28

2y ago34:28

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We would love to hear your thoughts on the episodes! Dr Gibson and Dr Nero discuss the oft maligned issue of medical statistics. Their discussion covers the pros and cons of traditional Cox proportional hazards regression models and Kaplan-Meier curves and newer techniques including win ratios. They then dip their toes into AI. A great overview by …

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Improving Cardiac Health, A Fireside Chat with Jeff Scott and Dr Thomas Nero 1:01:10

2y ago1:01:10

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Let us know your thoughts. We would love to hear from you. Jeff Scott, CEO of Section 810 communication, interviews Dr. Nero on ways to improve cardiac health. The cover a wide range of topics, from diet and exercise to medical therapy and advanced testing. Some future research topics are also discussed. Section 810 Communications is a training and…

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Deep Dive into Lp(a) with Dr Steven Nissen Part 2 of 2 48:10

2y ago48:10

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We would love to hear your thoughts on the episodes! This episode is a deep dive into Lipoprotein a with Dr Steven Nissen from the Cleveland Clinic. He and Dr Nero discuss the genetics of Lp(a), its pathophysiology, current treatment strategies and research into lowering Lp(a) levels. This is a fascinating conversation that also discusses the role …

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Lp(a): a basic clinical approach with Dr. Steven Nissen Part 1 of 2 11:00

2y ago11:00

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We would love to hear your thoughts on the episodes! Dr Steven Nissen from the Cleveland Clinic discuses with Dr. Thomas Nero the basic clinical approach to Lp(a) with need for routine testing and a few simple case studies. In the second (longer podcast) they take a deep deep dive into Lp(a) genetic, pathophysiology and the current research trials.…

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Lipoprotein a with Dr. Steven Nissen 11:08

2y ago11:08

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Let us know your thoughts. We would love to hear from you. Dr Steven Nissen and Dr Thomas Nero discuss the importance of Lipoprotein a -aka Lp(a)- and its clinical importance as a special type of LDL cholesterol which dramatically increases your cardiovascular risk. They also covers why it important to get it tested at least once and what you can d…

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DARING: A Conversation with Maeve Willis about Being your Authentic Self 52:53

2y ago52:53

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From competitive Irish dance to soccer, rugby, ice hockey, and even Olympic weightlifting, Maeve Willis infiltrated the world of sport. But she didn’t stop there. Maeve used her extensive athletic experience to build a career in mental performance coaching. Through it all, she was unstoppable, even by traditional expectations of female athletes or …

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Coronary Artery Disease in the Endurance Athlete with Dr Aaron Baggish 41:40

2y ago41:40

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We would love to hear your thoughts on the episodes! Dr Thomas Nero speaks with Dr Aaron Baggish about coronary artery disease in the endurance athlete (and non-athlete as well!) They discuss cardiovascular testing in Masters athletes including ETT, coronary calcium scoring and CT angiography as well as risk factor identification, inflammation, phy…

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Exercise and Coronary Artery Disease With Dr Aaron Baggish 14:16

2y ago14:16

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Let us know your thoughts. We would love to hear from you. Dr Nero discusses coronary artery disease and exercise with Dr. Aaron Baggish. Dr Baggish was the founder of the Cardiovascular Performance Program at the Mass General Hospital and is one of the best known sports cardiologists in the world. They discuss the importance of exercise, coronary …