Best Dr Michael Koren Podcasts (2025)

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🎙How Healthy Lifestyles Increase Lifespan Ep. 317 22:30

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Send us a text Dr. Michael Greger joins Dr. Michael Koren to discuss his life's work spreading nutritional knowledge. The physician talks about how a change in diet and lifestyle helped add 31 years to his grandmother's prognosis and how this changed the direction of what he would do with his life. He gets into how a healthy diet is more about addi…

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🕗Building Community By Sharing Knowledge Ep. 316 6:00

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Send us a text Dr. Michael Koren joins Kevin Geddings to discuss how clinical research sites like ENCORE Research Group and medical information companies like MedEvidence can build and give back to communities by sharing what they know. Dr. Koren explains that medical experts can help people understand complex topics such as obesity and the skin co…

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🎙What's On the Horizon for Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)? Ep. 315 38:39

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Send us a text Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is the most common inherited kidney disease. Those with PKD have a 50% chance of passing it on to their children and have progressively worse kidney function as they age. World-known PKD researcher Dr. Fouad Chebib joins Dr. Michael Koren to discuss the symptoms, risks, genetic cause, and treatment opt…

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🕗 The Link Between Poverty and Obesity in the U.S. Ep. 314 10:06

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Send us a text Over the past 100 years, the poorest Americans have shifted from being underweight to becoming the group most likely to be overweight. Dr. Michael Koren joins Kevin Geddings to explore some of the social determinants of health underlying this trend. They touch on the complex biological, economic, and environmental factors contributin…

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🎙A Dose of Canadian Healthcare Ep.313 29:18

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Send us a text Dr. Michael Koren sits down with Dr. Allan Rosenfeld, a Canadian physician specializing in occupational medicine. The two doctors explore some of the realities of Canadian healthcare by moving through Dr. Rosenfeld's career in family practice, occupational medicine, and his personal use of the healthcare system. Dr. Rosenfeld offers …

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🕗 Science, Sales, Scams and Scienceploitation Ep. 312 6:09

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Send us a text Dr. Michael Koren joins Kevin Geddings to introduce the concept of "scienceploitation." He explains that many marketing tactics in the health and supplement industry are disguised as scientific claims. For example, phrases like "supports immune health" often sound convincing but are meaningless without specific, evidence-based backin…

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🎙Breaking Into the Clinical Research Job Field Ep. 311 21:01

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Send us a text Dr. Michael Koren hosts Brian Achille, the Chief Operating Officer of the Certified Clinical Research Professionals Society (CCRPS). Brian draws a distinction between doing clinical research casually and doing it professionally. The distinction highlights how professional training and attitudes prove to be a benefit to research and t…

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🕗Kidney Disease and the Links to Heart Health Ep. 310 4:53

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Send us a text Cardiologist Michael Koren joins Kevin Geddings to discuss how kidney disease can offect other body systems, including the heart. The doctor explains that people with kidney dysfunction have significantly higher risks for cardiovascular problems including heart attacks, heart failure, and strokes. Dr. Koren differentiates between typ…

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🎙Real Stories From Research Participants Ep.309 45:59

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Send us a text Surveys show that 97-99% of participants who participate in one clinical research study would sign up for another. We wind out why in this episode, recorded in front of a live audience. Dr. Michael Koren and Nalini Jones, CCRC are joined by three clinical research patients to review the good, the bad, and the ugly in the history of c…

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🎙Waking Up to the Dangers of Insomnia Ep. 308 34:04

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Send us a text Dr. Mitchell Rothstein joins Dr. Michael Koren to wake us up to the dangers of insomnia. Insomnia is a common sleep disorder affecting approximately 30% of adults and is characterized by poor sleep on at least three nights a week for three months or more. Dr. Rothstein reviews what insomnia is, what is happening in the brain, and wha…

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🕗Understanding Biomarkers in Modern Medicine Ep. 307 8:06

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Send us a text Dr. Michael Koren joins Kevin Geddings to explain biomarkers, which he describes as biological indicators that may mark the presence of disease. Researchers are increasingly looking at biomarkers for their potential in early detection of disease before symptoms appear. Dr. Koren brings it home with a personal story of how current res…

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🎙Building a Community Through Clinical Trials Ep. 306 18:46

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Send us a text Steve Satek joins Dr. Michael Koren to share his journey from bench researcher to founding his own community clinical trial site. The entrepreneur describes how he pioneered embedding clinical research directly in Chicago neighborhoods to form a strong integration with the community. He talks about the importance of building trust th…

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🕗 Even Harvard Docs Find the Healthcare System Difficult to Navigate Ep. 305 5:59

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Send us a text Dr. Koren joins Kevin Geddings to reflect on his conversations with Harvard Medical School classmates at his class reunion. He recounts stories of these Harvard medical doctors struggling to navigate the healthcare system despite their medical training and how clinical trials provide a valuable resource for helping patients navigate …

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🎙 The Whole-Person Approach to Diabetes Care Ep. 304 4:15

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Send us a text Dr. Michael Koren interviews Lavern Dowell, an advanced registered nurse practitioner who specializes in diabetes care. They discuss her approach to treating the whole person and how mental health can impact everything from diet and exercise to the ability to go see a physician. They also emphasize the need to increase diversity in m…

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🎙 Modern Medicine is Transforming Hidradenitis Suppurativa Treatment Ep. 303 34:36

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Send us a text Dermatologist Dr. Michael Bernhardt joins Dr. Eric Schramm to discuss hidradenitis suppurativa (HS), a debilitating skin condition that affects skin creases such as the armpits and groin. HS is an inflammatory condition that can be misdiagnosed for years. New medications target the underlying inflammation. Treatments are currently in…

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🕗 Making a Difference Through Clinical Trials Ep. 302 9:14

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Send us a text Dr. Michael Koren joins Kevin Geddings to discuss the motivations of clinical trial veterans who repeatedly participate in medical research studies. Dr. Koren shares that these participants consistently cite the desire to "Make a Difference" as their primary motivation, pushing science and medicine forward for generations to come. Be…

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🎙 The Liver: Common Causes of Complications, Cirrhosis, and Cancer Ep. 301 23:32

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Send us a text Dr. Nikhil Kapila joins Dr. Michael Koren on this live MedEvidence! presentation. Dr. Kapila, a liver disease specialist, explains why we can't live without our liver. The doctors review what the liver does, what can cause damage to the liver, and what can go wrong when the liver suffers damage. They also discuss the importance of ea…

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🕗 Knowledge is Power, hsCRP and Heart Disease Risk Ep. 300 7:26

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Send us a text Dr. Michael Koren joins Kevin Geddings to discuss how Knowledge is Power - especially when it comes to medicine. The doctor explains how diagnostic tests like high sensitivity C-reactive protein (HSCRP) empower physicians and patients by giving insight into heart attack and stroke risk. Dr. Koren also tells us that even simple things…

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🕗 Ever wondered why there's so much advertising around AFib? Ep. 299 6:31

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Send us a text Dr. Michael Koren joins Kevin Geddings to discuss why atrial fibrillation (AFib) receives so much attention in advertising compared to other services hospitals provide. The cardiologist explains the financial incentives for hospitals and device manufacturers behind these marketing campaigns, contrasting them with clinical research, w…

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🎙Inside the Inflammatory Cascade: Understanding Psoriasis Ep. 298 35:44

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Send us a text Dr. Michael Bernhardt, a dermatologist and clinical researcher, joins Dr. Erich Schramm to discuss the revolutionary advancements in psoriasis treatment over the past two decades. The doctors discuss how psoriasis is an inflammatory disease more than an autoimmune disease. They discuss what inflammation is, the inflammation pathway i…

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🎙Migraines: Navigating The War Zone Ep. 297 57:03

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Send us a text Doctor Carolyn Tran joins Neurologist Steven Toenjes to discuss migraines. Migraine is a complex brain disease affecting one in five women and one in ten men, with treatments ranging from traditional medications to cutting-edge therapies targeting specific pathways in the brain. The doctors talk about the causes - or lack thereof, th…

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🕗 Beyond mRNA: Novavax Gets FDA Approval Ep. 296 8:44

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Send us a text The FDA has granted full approval to Novavax's COVID-19 vaccine, providing an alternative to mRNA vaccines that works through a different mechanism using proteins and adjuvants. Despite being four years into the pandemic, COVID-19 remains a significant health concern, causing approximately 1 in 200 deaths in the US in 2025. • Novavax…

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🕗 Oral COVID Vaccines: A New Frontier Ep. 295 10:52

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Send us a text Dr. Michael Koren shares exciting news about the revival of an oral COVID vaccine study previously halted by government spending cuts. The non-mRNA vaccine trial represents an important alternative approach that apparently received priority status even under strict budget reviews. • Oral COVID vaccine study in Jacksonville now active…

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🎙From PSA to Personalized Prostate Care, Part 3 Ep. 294 14:52

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Send us a text Urologist and president of the Duval County Medical Society Dr. Ali Kasraeian joins Dr. Michael Koren to update us on recent advances in Urology. In Part 3 of this series, Dr. Koren and Dr. Kasraeian dive deep into the latest advancements in prostate cancer detection and treatment options. They explore the evolution from basic PSA sc…

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🕗Breaking Medical Barriers in Saudi Arabia Ep. 293 7:19

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Send us a text Dr. Michael Koren shares insights from his recent speaking tour across Saudi Arabia where he delivered 14 lectures in 6 days to sophisticated healthcare providers eager for American medical research. His observations reveal surprising aspects of Saudi healthcare including English as the professional language, universal insurance cove…

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🎙From PSA to Personalized Prostate Care, Part 2 Ep. 292 18:18

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Send us a text Urologist and president of the Duval County Medical Society Dr. Ali Kasraeian joins Dr. Michael Koren to update us on recent advances in Urology. In Part 2 of this series, Dr. Koren and Dr. Kasraeian explore into the controversial history of PSA testing. Dr. Kasraeian explains how this simple blood test revolutionized prostate cancer…

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🎙From PSA to Personalized Prostate Care, Part 1 Ep. 291 16:00

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Send us a text Urologist and president of the Duval County Medical Society Dr. Ali Kasraeian joins Dr. Michael Koren to update us on recent advances in Urology. In Part 1 of this series, Dr. Kasraeian talks about his journey, from growing up in a medical family to becoming a urologist and healthcare advocate with a passion for innovative approaches…

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🎙Why Being in a Clinical Trial May Reduce Your Medical Risk Ep. 290 16:30

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Send us a text Dr. Michael Koren sits down with Dr. Murali Ramaswamy to explore the concept of Research as a Care Option. They compare this with the misconception of research as a treatment option to reveal how clinical trials provide structured environments that often lead to better health outcomes regardless of the specific intervention. They deb…

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🕗How Tariffs May Impact Your Medical Costs Ep. 289 9:01

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Send us a text Dr. Michael Koren joins Kevin Geddings to discuss how tariffs could significantly impact pharmaceutical prices. They talk about how barriers to import may affect both prescription and especially over-the-counter medication prices. They move onto the difficulty of starting new drug manufacturing in the US and how clinical trials may p…

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🎙COPD Causes, Symptoms, and Modern Treatment Approaches Ep. 288 45:21

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Send us a text On this episode, recorded in front of a live audience, Cardiologist Dr. Michael Koren is joined by pulmonologist Dr. Mitchell Rothstein to discuss Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). COPD is obstruction of the lungs, making it hard to breathe and represents a significant health challenge . It affects millions of Americans a…

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🕗 John Lennon's Last Concert Highlights Research Ethics Ep 287 6:02

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Send us a text Dr. Michael Koren Join Kevin Geddings to reflect on the evolution of medical research ethics from the troubling practices at Willowbrook Hospital in the 1970s to today's patient-centered approach. He connects this progression to John Lennon and Yoko Ono's final major concert, which raised awareness about conditions at the hospital wh…

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🕗Cholesterol Report from the American College of Cardiology Ep. 286 9:19

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Send us a text Dr. Michael Koren shares insights from his presentation at the American College of Cardiology meeting in Chicago about a groundbreaking oral PCSK9 inhibitor that could lower cholesterol by 80% when combined with a statin. The development represents a significant advancement in treatment options for the 20% of patients who don't respo…

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🎙Artificial Intelligence in Psychiatric Care Ep. 285 22:22

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Send us a text Psychiatrist Dr. Rachna Saralka joins Cardiologist Dr. Michael Koren to explore the emerging field of artificial intelligence in psychology. They discuss the promise and shortfalls of using AI in this field, and the need for hard data and validated results through clinical trials. They get into empathy, the placebo effect, and potent…

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🕗The Final Four of Pharmaceuticals: Basketball Championships Can Teach Us About Drug Development Ep. 284 5:57

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Send us a text On this Monday Morning Minute, Dr. Michael Koren draws parallels between the NCAA Final Four basketball tournament and the clinical research process. He explains that in medicine, researchers start with literally 10,000 potential molecules, which get whittled down to only three or four medications to be tested in big, phase III clini…

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🎙Ghana to Florida; Emergency Room to Home Ep. 283 34:52

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Send us a text Judith Abbey, DNP, shares her journey from medical student in Ghana to healthcare entrepreneur in Florida, where she founded On the Go Drip, a mobile IV therapy service delivering treatments directly to patients' homes. Dr. Michael Koren asks her about her history and business, and the two of them dive into some of the controversy su…

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🕗 Single-Pill Solution Could Reduce Cholesterol by 80% Ep. 282 9:02

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Send us a text Cardiologist Dr. Michael Koren joins Kevin Geddings to discuss progress in the world of cholesterol management. Dr. Koren explains the importance of getting cholesterol - especially LDL cholesterol - under control and the potential benefits to heart attack and stroke risk. They discuss some of the problems with current therapies; the…

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🎙The Internet is a Weird Place Ep. 281 28:11

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Send us a text On This week’s episode, Dr. Michael Koren Interviews local media entrepreneur Randall Thomas, host of PB and Jax. They discuss how “The Internet is a Weird Place.” They examine the algorithms, platforms, and biases that make up our experience on the internet. Mr. Thomas explains how the algorithms determine what gains traction and th…

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🎙When the Teleprompter Gets Blurry: Ken Amaro's Wake-Up Call Ep. 280 50:38

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Send us a text Ken Amaro, a former broadcaster with 42 years of experience and current Jacksonville City Councilman for District 1, joins Eric Ross, RN. Ken shares his decade-long journey with Type 2 diabetes from diagnosis through management and lifestyle adaptations, dropping motivational nuggets and tips he's learned along the way. The two discu…

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🕗 A "Healthy Look" at Clinical Trial Participation Ep. 279 7:14

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Send us a text On this week's Monday Morning Minute, Dr. Michael Koren joins Kevin Geddings to answer the question "can I participate in clinical trials even if I'm not sick?" They discuss how having "healthy participants" is critical for some clinical trials. They look at a current study that examines how the body processes oral statin medications…

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🎙 Community Health Initiatives with Jacksonville's Chief Health Officer Ep. 278 40:29

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Send us a text In this episode, Dr. Michael Koren is joined by Dr. Sunil Joshi, the Chief Health Officer of the city of Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Joshi runs through five health initiatives to lower the premature death rate in the city and county. The doctors discuss health inequalities, the social and economic factors that contribute to negative h…

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🕗 Gastric Bypass Results Without the Surgery? Ep. 277 6:56

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Send us a text This week Dr. Koren Joins Kevin Geddings for the Monday Morning Minute to talk about a clinical research procedure to resurface a part of the digestive system that contributes to obesity and diabetes. This program is currently being studied in northeast Florida. Dr. Koren explains how the device works, it's expected results, and how …

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🎙Beyond Cholesterol: Inflammation And Heart Disease Ep. 276 38:12

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Send us a text Dr. Trevor Greene joins Dr. Michael Koren to discuss the effects of inflammation on the cardiovascular system. The two cardiologists talk about biomarkers that have increasing importance: including liporprotein(a) and hsCRP. The doctors finish up with actionable lifestyle changes everyone can implement. Koren's Key Takeaways: Inflamm…

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🕗 Medical Devices: Beyond Pills and Vaccines Ep. 275 6:21

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Send us a text Most pills are taken daily, and many vaccines protect for around a year, but could medical device products last even longer? In this episode of the Monday Morning Minute, Dr. Michael Koren joins Kevin Geddings and explains what medical devices are and how they can make long-term differences for patients. The two discuss device treatm…

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🎙 Journavx (Suzetrigine): The Future of Pain Medication Ep. 274 21:43

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Send us a text Anesthesiologist Dr. Todd Bertoch speaks with Dr. Michael Koren in this exciting episode about the a new pain medication, Journavx (suzetrigine), which was just approved by the FDA in January, 2025. The doctors discuss this breakthrough pain management medication, its safety profile, side effects, and how it compares to NSAIDs, aceta…

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🕗 Alcohol Warning Labels: Helpful or Harmful? Ep. 273 10:20

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Send us a text Kevin Geddings talks with Cardiologist Dr. Michael Koren about the health risks and benefits of alcohol, which continue to be significant topics of discussion in health circles. This episode delves into a late Biden-era proposal for alcohol warning labels amid growing concerns about cancer risks associated with consumption. Dr. Koren…

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🎙The Dual Role of Clinicians as Researchers Ep. 272 26:58

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Send us a text Rheumatologist Dr. Manish Jain joins Cardiologist Dr. Michael Koren as they discuss how performing clinical trials can help physicians become more holistic and knowledgeable, and how the process can result in better care for patients. In this conversation, the principal investigators explore Dr. Manish's journey as a clinician and in…

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🎙 Patents and the Physician Inventor Ep. 271 36:23

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Send us a text Dr. Dan Schlager, who started his career as an ER physician, joins Dr. Michael Koren to talk about his life path as a physician inventor who transformed emergency response through an innovative GPS technology. Dr. Schlager also talks about other inventions like a lightning-proof shirt, and the legal and bureaucratic process of gettin…

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🕗 The Crucible of Evaluation Ep. 270 7:30

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Send us a text Dr. Michael Koren joins Kevin Geddings as they explore the history and significance of clinical trial integrity over the last 50 years. Dr. Koren brings up the story of Dr. David Baltimore, who's test results on viruses were questioned and who's vigilance helped establish the rigorous standards we see today. It highlights the importa…

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🎙 Medical Insurance and Medicare Ep. 269 39:41

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Send us a text On this episode, Medicare and insurance expert Andy Stansfield joins Dr. Michael Koren to review the differences between traditional Medicare and Medicare Advantage. Andy reveals the intricacies of Medicare's components - Parts A, B, C, and D - and explains how the government collaborates with private insurance companies to manage Me…

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🎙 Keystone Habits to Fight Obesity Ep. 268 32:49

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Send us a text In this episode, Obesity, Lifestyle, and Pediatric Specialist Dr. Randolph Nunez joins Cardiologist and Clinical Researcher Dr. Michael Koren as they discuss the approaches to managing obesity, particularly in children and adolescents. Dr. Nunez talks about Keystone Habits like sleep, and how tackling those habits are the key to sust…