Best Orthostatic Podcasts (2025)

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Why Are So Many People Misdiagnosed With TMJ Disorders? With Professor Renton (Ep 173) 1:17:41

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In this episode, Dr. Linda Bluestein is joined by Professor Tara Renton, a globally recognized expert in orofacial pain, to explore the nuanced world of facial pain, temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction, and migraine disorders. Together, they unpack why so many patients suffer from persistent facial, jaw, or head pain despite “normal” scans an…

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#194: Severe Hypertriglyceridemia: 5 Pearls Segment 38:04

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How quickly can triglycerides rise? At what threshold are patients at risk of pancreatitis or cardiovascular adverse outcomes? What do you have to rule out? How do you counsel on lifestyle changes? Which medications do you start with why and when? 🔹 Transcript and Shownotes (03:19) | Lipoprotein Lipase and Why Triglycerides Fluctuate Fast (05:27) |…

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Episode 188 - Prehospital OB Updates 2025 29:44

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Recently, some paramedics, obstetricians, and EMS medical directors were locked in a room and produced some fantastic collaborative prehospital guidelines for managing post-partum hemorrhage, eclampsia, and pre-eclampsia. Have a listen, take a look at the guidelines (links below), and we'll all take better care of our pregnant/post-partum patients.…

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The Truth About Ballet Bodies with ABTs Skylar Brandt 1:15:37

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In this raw and uncompromising conversation, Dr. Linda Bluestein and co-host Jennifer Milner sit down with Skylar Brandt, principal dancer with American Ballet Theatre, for a gripping look at what it truly takes to perform at the highest level. Skylar pulls back the curtain on the physical and psychological demands of elite ballet—the toll it takes…

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From Nitrous to Nerves: MTHFR, CRPS & Cervical Collars Unpacked | Office Hours (EP 171) 41:35

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In this solo episode, Dr. Linda Bluestein brings on her producers to help unpack the hidden complications that can follow seemingly routine medical procedures. From the lingering effects of breast surgery to the controversial use of nitrous oxide, Dr. Bluestein explores how standard treatments can backfire, especially for patients with EDS, MCAS, o…

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#193 Venous Congestion & VEXUS Interview with Dr. Ross Prager 34:44

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Why is venous congestion not the same as volume overload? How can looking at IVC as well as doppler on the hepatic vein, portal vein, and/or intrarenal vein help? Can venous congestion explain someone's delirium? Or be at play in septic shock? What are the limitations of the VEXUS score? 🔹 Sponsor: Oakstone CME Use the code "CORE30" for 30% off: ht…

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When Surgery Isn’t Simple: What hEDS Patients Should Know Before Going Under | Office Hours (Ep 170) 40:15

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In this solo episode, Dr. Linda Bluestein brings on her producers to ask your most pressing questions about what it’s really like to live with and treat Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes (EDS) and Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS). From the pitfalls of internet misinformation to the hidden ways MCAS impacts medication tolerance, Dr. Bluestein shares her u…

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S7 E3: Anti-Ds side effects; knee OA exercise; PSA trends & PCUK interview with Dr Bunmi Olajide & Kevin Howell 37:26

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Welcome back to the Hot Topics podcast from NB Medical with Dr Neal Tucker. In this episode, we look at three new pieces of research and have a special interview in conjunction with Prostate Cancer UK. First, do antidepressants have physiological side effects? How do they compare to each other, and how does this influence what we prescribe to whom?…

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Could Psychiatric Symptoms Be Hiding a Physical Illness? with Dr. Janet Settle (Ep 169) 1:12:17

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In this eye-opening conversation, Dr. Linda Bluestein sits down with psychiatrist Dr. Janet Settle to unpack the medical mystery that is mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS) and why it may be hiding in plain sight as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, or even psychosis. Together, they explore how immune system dysregulation can masquerade as psych…

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#192 Debate on First-Line Medications for Diabetes 36:50

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SGLT-2i vs. GLP-1? vs Metformin? How do you balance the cost and coverage of first-line options like metformin, SGLT-2, and GLP-1s? How do you choose between SGLT-2 and GLP-1s for comorbidities like CAD or CKD? And how do you weigh their side effects and practical use? 🔹 Sponsor: Use the code "CORE30" for 30% off: https://www.coreimpodcast.com/MKSA…

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Episode 187 - EMS Airway Updates 2025 - Part 1 26:23

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There are always airway management questions floating around the Department of Clinical Services here at MCHD. "Why don't we intubate our cardiac arrest patients like we used to?" "MCHD has been hyper-focused on recording video laryngoscopy over the past year. Why?" Join the podcast crew to discuss recent EMS airway literature that helps us answer …

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#24 Ehlers Danlos Syndrome & Orthostatic Intolerance in Chronic Fatigue conditions with Dr Peter Rowe 45:45

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Dr Peter Rowe is a leading voice for adolescents and young people with Ehlers Danlos Syndrome (EDS) and Fatigue-related conditions. An expert in orthostatic intolerance (OI), which is prevalent in nearly 100% of his patients, he believes that these conditions are treatable and he can move patients from bed-bound to regaining a decent quality of lif…

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From Palliative Care to Purpose: The Tilly Rose Story (Ep 168) 1:21:36

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In this emotionally charged episode, Dr. Linda Bluestein talks with Tilly Rose, the founder of That Oxford Girl and the author of Be Patient, about what it’s like to face palliative care as a young adult and come out the other side fighting for change. They explore how Tilly transformed her private pain into public advocacy, why chronic illness is …

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Why Your Gut Problems Are Actually Brain Problems in Disguise

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In this episode of the My POTS Podcast, host Dr. Joseph Schneider reveals the hidden barrier systems throughout your body that protect your brain from toxins, pathogens, and inflammation, and why most people don't realize these barriers are leaking. Your gut, skin, sinuses, and lungs all function as critical defense systems, but when compromised, t…

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The Diagnosis Hiding In Your Pelvis with Dr. Alexis Cutchins (Ep 167) 53:39

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In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Linda Bluestein speaks with Dr. Alexis Cutchins, a cardiologist passionate about uncovering missed and misunderstood diagnoses. One of those? Pelvic Venous Disease, a condition affecting countless patients but rarely identified. They explore how PVD can mimic or exacerbate conditions like dysautonomia, MCAS, and chr…

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#191 Hepatorenal Syndrome Part 2 on Management: 5 Pearls Segment 31:35

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What really works when treating HRS? Vasoconstrictors like terlipressin vs. norepinephrine vs. midodrine: how do we decide which to use? Do you give albumin? When do you give Lasix or another diuretic? When is the better choice transplant, dialysis, or even palliative care? 🔹 Sponsor: Oakstone CME Use the code "CORE25" for 25% off: https://www.core…

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What If Your Spine Surgery Wasn't Necessary? with Dr. Betsy Grunch (Ep 166) 1:11:07

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In this episode of Bendy Bodies, Dr. Linda Bluestein is joined by neurosurgeon and social media educator Dr. Betsy Grunch to tackle complex questions around spine health, chronic pain, and the unique challenges faced by people with hypermobility and connective tissue disorders like Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes (EDS). Together, they explore why “normal” …

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#190: Hepatorenal Syndrome Part 1: 5 Pearls Segment 36:11

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HRS-AKI vs. other causes of AKI in cirrhosis: What do serum or urine sodium clues, albumin challenges, and shifting diagnostic criteria actually reveal about getting the diagnosis right? 🔹 Sponsor: Oakstone CME Use the code "CORE25" for 25% off: https://www.coreimpodcast.com/MKSAP 🔹 Transcript & Show Notes Timestamps: (00:57) | Understanding the Pa…

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Dancing Stronger: Smarter Training for Bendy Bodies with Jennifer Milner (BEN 165) 1:15:32

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In this empowering episode, Dr. Linda Bluestein is joined by OG Bendy Bodies cohost, Jennifer Milner. Jen is a ballet coach, Pilates trainer, and specialist in working with hypermobile bodies. Together they explore why traditional movement cues don’t always work for bendy bodies, how dancers and athletes can train smarter (not harder), and what it …

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Episode 186 - A Paramedic's Guide To The Opiate Epidemic 31:07

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We're lucky to have a special guest on this podcast episode to discuss a topic that, unfortunately, all of us in emergency care encounter all too frequently: the opiate epidemic. Peter Canning is a paramedic who has lived through the epidemic while working on the ambulance in the New England epicenter. This discussion navigates Peter's progression …

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Brain Injury Recovery With Neurofeedback, GyroStim & Active Oxygen Therapy

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At 26, Darnell's life was transformed after a skid steer accident left him unconscious and struggling with relentless symptoms. For nearly a year, he faced narcolepsy-like episodes, falling asleep without warning, unable to drive, and watching his livelihood in the heavy equipment rental business slip away. Traditional medicine diagnosed narcolepsy…

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S7 E2: "Not Phone-Calling" song; AIR for kids; SCAN for cancer; GP number trends 28:02

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Welcome to the Hot Topics podcast from NB Medical with Dr Neal Tucker! In this episode, we talk about some real research rather than stuff made up by over-tanned heads of state. Three papers. First, can researchers fill the gap on whether anti-inflammatory reliever therapy is best for mild asthma? Second, how effective are SCAN pathways for suspect…

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Are You Being Gaslit About Hormones and Health? | Office Hours (Ep 164) 48:11

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In this raw and reflective Office Hours episode, Dr. Linda Bluestein responds to listener feedback and dives deep into the cultural and clinical gaslighting faced by people, especially women, navigating complex health conditions. From the dismissal of perimenopause to the rise of so-called “TikTok diseases,” Dr. Bluestein explores the dangerous dis…

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#189 Bisphosphonates and Fracture Prevention Trial: Beyond Journal Club with NEJM Group 30:50

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Who’s really at risk for fractures, and how should we be treating them? Most fragility fractures occur in patients without osteoporosis. Should we rethink who gets treated? And could just one or two IV infusions (spread years apart) of zoledronate prevent fractures for years? Have the concerns about bisphosphonates been overblown? Find out all the …

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#23 Improving quality of life - managing P.E.M. and moving towards stability with O.T. Amy Mooney 1:03:54

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Amy Mooney’s aim is to improve the quality of life for her patients. She is an occupational therapist specialising in the treatment of conditions that cause post-exertional malaise (PEM) and their comorbidities – working with patients with ME/CFS, Long Covid, Ehlers Danlos, fibromyalgia, dysautonomia, POTS, and MCAS. Operating from a place of huge …

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Why POTS Misdiagnosis as Functional Neurological Disorder is Destroying Lives

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In this episode of the My POTS Podcast, Two veteran functional neurologists expose the dangerous trend of POTS misdiagnosis as functional neurological disorder (FND) that's leaving patients without proper treatment. Medical research on Frontiers, confirms that many patients with autonomic disorders are frequently misdiagnosed with FND, making it di…

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Hidden Causes of Abdominal Pain in EDS with Dr. Pradeep Chopra (Ep 163) 1:10:36

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Abdominal pain in EDS can be a puzzle with countless hidden pieces. In this episode, Dr. Linda Bluestein welcomes back Dr. Pradeep Chopra for part two of their exploration into gastrointestinal problems. Together, they uncover overlooked causes of abdominal pain, from drooping intestines and tethered spinal cords to mast cell activation and nerve e…

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Hypermobility Problems with Anesthesiologist Dr. Linda Bluestein | Glaucomfleckens Bonus Episode 1:07:47

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In honor of Pain Awareness Month, I wanted to share an episode of one of my favorite healthcare podcasts, “Knock Knock Hi with the Glaucomfleckens.” In this interview from last July, Will and Kristin Flanary (AKA Dr. and Lady Glaucomflecken) kindly invited me on to talk about my journey from ballet to anesthesiology to integrative pain care, and ho…

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#188 Orthostatic Hypotension Part 2: Gray Matters Segment 35:35

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Medications for orthostatic hypotension! When to initiate treatment, how to use them safely, and what to do when new issues arise during treatment. How do those change if someone has autonomic failure? What do you do when your patient has hypertension AND also has orthostatic hypotension? 🔹 Sponsor: Oakstone CME’ Use the code "CORE25" for 25% off: …