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Long Covid, MD#49: The Impact of Cranio-Cervical Instability, w Dr Katie BrownSend us a textBuy Me A CoffeeSummaryIn this conversation, Dr Zeest Khan speaks with Dr. Katie Brown, who shares her journey as a family doctor and a patient with ME/CFS. She discusses the complexities of diagnosing and treating long COVID, particularly focusing on the role of cranio-cervical instability (CCI) and its impact on patients' health. Dr. Brown emphasizes the importance of understanding the symptoms, the challenges in accessing proper care, and the need for collaboration among healthcare providers to improve patient outcomes. She also offers insights into treatment options...2025-05-1033 min
Long Covid, MD#48: Money, Disability and Asking For Help Without Shame, with Kira StoopsSend us a textBuy Me A CoffeeIn this episode of Long COVID MD, Dr. Zeest Khan discusses the financial challenges faced by individuals with long COVID and chronic illnesses. She interviews Kira Stoops, a writer and advocate, who shares her personal journey with chronic illness, the importance of asking for help, and the value of building community. They explore the realities of managing finances while living with a disability, the stigma around seeking assistance, and the tools that can aid in adapting to new life circumstances. Kira emphasizes the importance of self-compassion...2025-05-0319 min
Long Covid, MD#47: Is Health a Moral Obligation? With Ethicist Alyssa Burgart, MDSend us a textBuy Me a CoffeeIs being healthy a personal virtue, or a civic duty? And how should you be treated if you're not healthy?In this episode of Long Covid, MD, Dr. Zeest Khan is joined by Dr. Alyssa Burgart, pediatric anesthesiologist and bioethicist, for a timely conversation on healthism—the idea that health is a moral responsibility—and how it's shaping everything from doctor-patient relationships to public health policy.Together, they explore:What healthism is and why it matters now more than everHow figu...2025-04-2637 min
Long Covid, MDBONUS: Dr Zeest Khan on "Taking Healthcare By Storm"Send us a textBuy Me a CoffeeOn this special bonus episode, we share Dr Zeest Khan's guest appearance on the podcast "Taking Healthcare By Storm" hosted by Dr Jean Storm, medical director of Quality Insights.Dr. Khan shares her journey with long COVID, highlighting the importance of peer support, symptom validation, creative treatment approaches, and trusted information sources. She emphasizes the need for curiosity and compassion in healthcare providers managing long COVID patients. Learn more about Dr. Khan by listening to her podcast or by visiting her website or S...2025-04-1936 min
Long Covid, MD#45: Federal Funding Cuts, Ramadan with Long COVID, and What’s Making Me Happy- March 2025 Long COVID RundownSend us a textDr Khan's month in review. What happened in March for the podcast? What will federal cuts to CDC, NIH, FDA and RECOVER mean for long COVID patients? How can we participate in and celebrate holidays like Ramadan, given our physical limitations? Plus a new monthly segment that's more light-hearted called "What's Making Me Happy".What's your rundown and what's making you happy?LinksMichael Lewis' Essay on Heather StoneThe ResidenceSupport the showSubscribe for...2025-04-0833 min
Quality Insights PodcastTaking Healthcare by Storm: Industry Insights with Dr. Zeest KhanIn this captivating episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, delve into the world of expert insights as Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm engages in a thought-provoking and informative discussion with Zeest Khan, MD, podcaster and former cardiac anesthesiologist.Dr. Khan shares her journey with long COVID, highlighting the importance of peer support, symptom validation, creative treatment approaches, and trusted information sources. She emphasizes the need for curiosity and compassion in healthcare providers managing long COVID patients. Learn more about Dr. Khan by listening to her podcast or by visiting her website or Substack.2025-04-0436 min
Long Covid, MD#44: What Makes a Medical Visit Worthwhile?Send us a textJoin the next LivestreamBuy Me A CoffeeIn this episode of Long Covid MD, Dr. Zeest Khan shares audio from her recent Substack Live event. How can you tell if a medical appointment or treatment is helpful or if it's doing more harm than good? Dr Khan shares insights from her personal journey with Long COVID and answers questions from the group. Together, they discuss the complexities of navigating the healthcare system. Dr Khan emphasizes the importance of intentionality in medical appointments, the need for patient empowerment, and...2025-03-2959 min
Long Covid, MD#43: Sensory Integration Therapy for Long COVIDSend us a textSummaryIn this conversation, Dr Zeest Khan and occupational therapist Amy Mooney discuss sensory processing disorders, which seem to be triggered by a COVID infection. They discuss the implications for individuals with long COVID, and the importance of tailored occupational therapy approaches. They also explore how chronic illness affects sensory integration, the challenges faced by patients, and the need for medical recognition of sensory processing issues. Amy emphasizes the importance of listening to one's body and adapting therapy to individual needs, particularly for those with fatigue-related conditions.2025-03-2238 min
Long Covid, MD#42: Long COVID in the Elderly and Long-Term Care, with Dr Jean Storm, DOSend us a textIn this episode, Dr Zeest Khan is joined by Dr Jean Storm, a specialist in long-term care medicine and the medical director of Quality Insights, a healthcare quality improvement organization. Dr Storm worked as a physician in nursing homes during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic and now she's urging us to recognize the impact of long COVID in this population.Dr Khan and Dr Storm discuss the needs of long-term care residents, how long COVID presents and how it is often overlooked. Dr Storm explains ways to advocate for loved...2025-03-1554 min
Long Covid, MD#41: Why Is This So Difficult? February 2025 Long COVID RundownSend us a textWhat do you do when you just want a break from being sick? In this month's episode of The Rundown, Dr Zeest Khan shares her ongoing journey with long COVID, discussing the frustrations and challenges she faces in recovery. She reflects on the medical treatments she has undergone, the importance of reliable information, and the emotional toll of navigating the complexities of this condition. Support the showSubscribe for more at LongCovidMD.substack.com, and follow Dr Khan on X @doctor_zeest 2025-03-0125 min
Long Covid, MD#40: Long COVID in Children, with Dr Melanie Hoppers, MDSend us a textRead a summary of our conversation here, and sign up for my newsletter to receive summaries of each podcast episode and more at LongCovidMD.substack.comDr. Melanie Hoppers is a board-certified physician in both adult and pediatric medicine, and is a consultant at the Bateman-Horne Center. In this conversation, Dr Hoppers shares her extensive experience treating children with post-viral illnesses, particularly ME-CFS and long COVID. She discusses her personal journey as a parent of a child with ME-CFS, and the challenges her family faced in finding appropriate care...2025-02-2248 min
Long Covid, MD#39: January Long COVID Rundown - Improving Executive Function with Speech and Language PathologySend us a textRecord a Voice NoteSummaryIn this episode of Long Covid, MD, Dr. Zeest Khan shares personal updates from January, highlighting recent projects to educate other medical professionals on long COVID. She explains some of the ways long COVID impacts executive function and how she utilizes Speech and Language Pathology to improve cognition. She also reflects on the impact of social media on mental health and the need for community support among those affected by chronic illness. Long COVID Project ECHO presentationTimer Cube ...2025-02-0525 min
Long Covid, MD#38: My Long COVID Guidelines for RecoverySend us a textIn this episode of Long COVID, MD, Dr. Zeest Khan shares highlights from her recent Project ECHO webinar, sponsored by the University of Utah and the Bateman Horne Center. Drawing from her personal journey and clinical expertise, she introduces actionable strategies to manage the complex and often overwhelming nature of Long COVID.Subscribe to Dr. Khan's newsletter at longcovidmd.substack.com.Support the showSubscribe for more at LongCovidMD.substack.com, and follow Dr Khan on X @doctor_zeest 2025-01-2327 min
Long Covid, MD#37: Getting Better Sleep, with Behavioral Psychologist Dr Hylton Molzof, PhDSend us a textIn this conversation, Stanford psychologist and behavioral sleep specialist Dr. Hylton Molzof joins Dr Khan to discuss the complexities of sleep. They focus particularly on insomnia in chronic illness, and the role of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBTI). They discuss the physiological stages of sleep, the impact of chronic illness on sleep patterns, and practical strategies for managing sleep-related anxiety. Dr. Molzof emphasizes the importance of adapting CBTI techniques for individuals with chronic conditions, especially in the context of long COVID. The conversation also covers the significance of sleep evaluation...2025-01-1556 min
Long Covid, MD#36: "Look for the Helpers" - A New Year's Resolution for Long COVIDSend us a textHappy 2025! In this special New Year’s episode of Long COVID MD, Dr. Zeest Khan reflects on an invaluable piece of wisdom from Mr. Rogers: “Look for the helpers.”Navigating Long COVID is anything but straightforward, but this timeless advice serves as a guiding principle. Dr. Khan breaks it down into three actionable steps to help you identify the assistance you need, avoid detractors, and—perhaps the hardest part—learn to receive help with grace.Resources and Links:Subscribe to Long COVID MD on Substack: longcovidmd.substack.c...2025-01-0816 min
The How To Podcast Series - Revolving Guest Co-Hosts, Podcast Tips and A Community for PodcastersQuestion of the Month - December 2024 - Your Favourite Episode from Your Podcast in 2024 - Your ResponsesQuestion of the Month - December 2024 - Your Favourite Episode from Your Podcast in 2024 - Your Responses
Outrage Overload: Finding calm through science and balanced perspectives
If you're angry, frustrated, or scared about the state of politics and media and looking for thoughtful, balanced discussions, this podcast is for you. About 30 minutes every few weeks. It will change your life.
Outrage Overload explores the extreme polarization and political bias dominating politics and media today. We dive into the anger and outrage that drive divisions between people, distort the news, and fuel political violence.
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Long COVID Real Talk PodcastS4 E7: How To Survive Holidays/Events (w/ Zeest Khan, MD)S4 E7: How To Survive Holidays/Events (guest: Dr. Zeest Khan) 💫🌟⭐️✨You can find Zeest on her podcast: Long Covid, MDEmail her at: LongCovidMD@gmail.comhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/long-covid-md/id1716072073Website: LongCovidMD.comPlease subscribe, share, and leave a 5 star review if you liked today’s episode to help other people with Long Covid find this podcast! Thank you so much for listening! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟Long Covid Real Talk Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/418306020831350...2024-12-1338 min
The SurgeonMasters PodcastManaging a Crisis! The SurgeonMasters PodcastSend us a textJeff welcomes to the podcast cardiothoracic anesthesiologist, executive coach, and advocate for those affected by Long Covid, Dr. Zeest Khan.In 2020, Dr. Khan contracted Covid and her health deteriorated to such an extent that she was no longer able to work. Eventually, she was diagnosed with Long Covid and on the long road to recovery. As a result of this experience, Dr. Khan has pivoted her career to helping others with complex illnesses safely navigate the healthcare system.As surgeons, we deal with crises all the time. In training...2024-12-1115 min
Long Covid, MD#35: The Autonomic Nervous System in Long COVID, with Dr Alba Azola, MDSend us a textSend me a voicemail: speakpipe.com/longcovidmdIn this conversation, Dr. Khan discusses the impact of the autonomic nervous system in Long COVID, with Dr. Alba Azola, Assistant Professor of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Johns Hopkins University. Dr Azola explains the complexities of autonomic dysfunction, particularly focusing on dysautonomia and POTS, and how these conditions affect patients' daily lives. The discussion highlights the importance of a patient-centered approach in rehabilitation and the need for a multidisciplinary team to address the various symptoms and challenges faced by long COVID patients. In t...2024-12-1157 min
The How To Podcast Series - Revolving Guest Co-Hosts, Podcast Tips and A Community for PodcastersE352 - Dr Zeest Khan - Long Covid MD, Navigating Podcasting and Long Term Illness, Cognitive work isEpisode 352 - Dr Zeest Khan - Long Covid MD, Navigating Podcasting and Long Term Illness, Cognitive work is Good Work
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Explore paths to Long Covid recovery with Dr Zeest Khan, a Stanford-trained physician who is battling the disease herself.
On “Long Covid, MD” she translates complex medical research into actionable steps for meaningful recovery. Dr Khan empowers patients with science-backed insights, demystifies the health care system, and shares her personal journey navigating new limitations.
Whether you or a loved one has Long Covid, tune in to gain clarity and learn...2024-12-0246 min
Long Covid, MD#34: "Don't Sleep on Your Power" Senator Lindsey Port on Long COVID AdvocacySend us a textLeave me a voicemail: speakpipe.com/longcovidmdLindsey Port, who lives with severe Long COVID, represents District 55 in the Minnesota State Senate. How does she do it and to what extent can state governments impact the lives of people with chronic illness? In our conversation, Senator Port shares why she insists on disability accommodations, why it was important for her to share her Long COVID story, and why she encourages YOU to share yours.Senator Port believes that while there are valid reasons for concern as the government undergoes...2024-11-2728 minLong Covid, MD"Why I'm Not Panicking" Substack Long COVID Rundown, November 2024Send us a textThe United States government is in transition, and the new administration may make dramatic changes that will impact people with Long COVID, among others. In this reading of my November essay for the Long Covid MD Substack, I explain why, because I am concerned, I am not panicking. Read, subscribe and share: https://longcovidmd.substack.com/p/why-im-not-panicking?r=478j9xSupport the showSubscribe for more at LongCovidMD.substack.com, and follow Dr Khan on X @doctor_zeest 2024-11-2218 minLong Covid, MD#33: Long COVID, Grief, and Post-Traumatic Growth - A Conversation with Mental Health Counselor Paige ZuckermanSend us a textAsk me a question at speakpipe.com/longcovidmdIn this conversation, Dr. Zeest Khan and certified clinical mental health counselor Paige Zuckerman discuss the critical role of therapy for those dealing with chronic illness and Long COVID. They explore the stigma surrounding mental health, the importance of understanding grief and fear in the context of medical loss, and the potential for post-traumatic growth. The discussion also covers the renegotiation of relationships and boundaries, the significance of finding the right therapist, and the concept of allostatic load in managing chronic illness. Ultimately...2024-11-1358 min
The How To Podcast Series - Revolving Guest Co-Hosts, Podcast Tips and A Community for PodcastersE327 - Podcast Spotlight - Long Covid MD with Dr. Zeest Khan - NaPodPoMo 2024Episode 327 - Podcast Spotlight - Long Covid MD with Dr. Zeest Khan - NaPodPoMo 2024
About Podcast
Explore paths to Long Covid recovery with Dr Zeest Khan, a Stanford-trained physician who is battling the disease herself. On “Long Covid, MD” she translates complex medical research into actionable steps for meaningful recovery.
Dr Khan empowers patients with science-backed insights, demystifies the health care system, and shares her personal journey navigating new limitations. Whether you or a loved one has Long Covid, tune in to gain clarity and learn tools to mai...2024-11-0614 minLong Covid, MD#32: "Science as a Collaborative Team Sport" Reflections on RECOVER-TLCSend us a textRecord a voicemail: https://www.speakpipe.com/LongCovidMD How is the United States using federal funds to find a cure to Long COVID? Today, with the help of prominent guests, I reflect on the recent RECOVER-TLC workshop, which will influence the direction of Long COVID in the United States. The workshop was hosted by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Disease, and included presentations by scientists, clinicians, patients and advocates. It's a really big deal, but don't worry if you missed it. I'm here to catch you up on the...2024-11-0638 minLong Covid, MD#31 October Rundown: Pacing and the Push-Crash CycleSend us a textSend me a voicemail https://www.speakpipe.com/LongCovidMDThis is the audio voiceover for my October Substack article, an overview of my month living with Long COVIDThis month I discuss how I was took on big projects without severely crashing. We discuss the ways I pace, even when it looks like I'm pushing.Join the community on Substack. Longcovidmd.substack.comSupport the showSubscribe for more at LongCovidMD.substack.com, and follow Dr Khan on X @doctor_zeest 2024-10-3019 minLong Covid, MD#30: Using Biometrics to Manage Long COVID, with Visible CEO Harry LeemingSend us a textSummaryIn this conversation, Dr Zeest Khan and Visible founder Harry Leeming discuss the innovative use of biometric tracking in managing long COVID and other chronic illnesses. They explore the significance of heart rate variability (HRV), the role of wearable technology, and the importance of pacing in symptom management. The discussion also highlights the impact of the menstrual cycle on health and the resources available through Visible, a company dedicated to improving health outcomes for those with chronic conditions.MakeVisible.comSupport the...2024-10-2341 minLong COVID Real Talk PodcastSeason 3, Episode 16: When $#!+ Gets Real (guest: MJ)Season 3, Episode 16: When $#!+ Gets RealGuest star 🌟 my sister, MJ, who is a fellow long hauler, discusses the moment when having Long Covid got real for her. The shout out mentioned during this episode is Dr. Zeest Khan of the Long Covid, MD podcast.Please rate, review, share, and leave a 5 star review if you liked today’s episode to help other people with Long Covid find this podcast! Thank you so much for listening! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟Long Covid Real Talk Facebook group: http...2024-10-1811 minLong Covid, MD#29 Answering Your Questions!Send us a textToday I'm answering questions from listeners and online friends. We discuss:-How to find a Long COVID doctor-Best(?) meds to use during a COVID infection-Pediatric LongCOVID -Dental work and anesthesiaLeave me a voice note here: https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/371091/1/5ftvm7bekf0v0vrjSupport the show here:https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/5EAAQUNVKP3K?ref_=wl_shareSubstack Q&Ahttps://longcovidmd.substack.com/p/q-and-a-with-dr-k-long-covid-surgery?r=478j9xPediatric resourcesA...2024-09-2729 minLong Covid, MD#28: Occupational Therapy for Long COVID, with Amy Mooney MS OTR/LSend us a textOccupational therapist Amy Mooney focuses her practice on people with fatiguing diseases like ME/CFS and Long COVID. She joins me to discuss how occupational therapy can be a valuable addition to your recovery program. Finding ways to engage in our lives, to do the things we want to do, is at the heart of occupational therapy.Amy shares how she has modified her practice to empower people with fatigue, and suggests ways you can engage with an occupational therapist near you.Amy MooneyOT4ME.com...2024-09-1347 minLong Covid, MD#27: Long COVID Life UpdateSend us a textToday I share an update on my health (all good things) and what I do to recover when I push myself too much, overdo it, and have post-exertional malaise.Support the showSubscribe for more at LongCovidMD.substack.com, and follow Dr Khan on X @doctor_zeest 2024-09-0623 minThe How To Podcast Series - Revolving Guest Co-Hosts, Podcast Tips and A Community for PodcastersQuestion of the Month - August 2024 - What is Your Because of a Podcast Story - Your ResponsesQuestion of the Month - August 2024 - What is Your Because of a Podcast Story - Your Responses
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Explore paths to Long Covid recovery with Dr Zeest Khan, a Stanford-trained physician who is battling the disease herself. On “Long Covid, MD” she translates complex medical research into actionable steps for m...2024-09-0427 minLong Covid, MD#26: Long Covid's Impact on Global Health Equity, with Dr Rachel Hall-Clifford, PhDSend us a textDr Rachel Hall-Clifford is a medical anthropologist and a global health expert who has done extensive field work to improve systemic health inequities around the world. When she developed Long Covid after an infection in 2022, those systemic failures became a personal issue. Dr Hall-Clifford wrote a powerful article on her experience with Long Covid and the role wealthy countries play in the global treatment of this disease. In our conversation, she speaks about her personal struggles and the universal need for Long Covid treatment."Long Covid Feels Like a Gun...2024-08-3043 minLong Covid, MD#25: Metformin For Long CovidSend us a textLongCovidMD.substack.comLongCovidMD.comIn this episode of The Medicine Cabinet series, I explain how Metformin, a drug we often associate with diabetes, helps acute covid and may help Long Covid.Metformin is an old, relatively inexpensive medication that has many established off-label uses. I explain its mechanisms of action, who it might be right for, and I discuss the recently published COVID OUT research findings that supported metformin's use in acute infection. It reduces hospitalizations, death, and the development of Long Covid.What does...2024-08-2330 minLong Covid, MD#24: Where in the World is Long Covid?Send us a textLongCovidMD@gmail.comLongCovidMD.comThis podcast, like Long Covid, has a global reach. Whether we see one another or not, we are part of a new community. And this community, while struggling, is pretty amazing. Today I highlight the diverse location of listeners, to remind you that you are not alone in your struggle. Did I give your town a shout-out? Did I miss it? Support the showSubscribe for more at LongCovidMD.substack.com, and follow Dr Khan on X @doctor_zeest 2024-08-1609 minLong Covid, MD#23: "Where is the Finish Line?" Courtney Baker, Endurance Athlete with Long CovidSend us a textLongCovidMD.comLongCovidMD@gmail.comWhat happens when you go from running ultramarathons to having difficulty walking? Endurance runner Courtney Baker knows the answer too well. Courtney is an endurance athlete who has been navigating long COVID for three and a half years. In our conversation, she shares her experience before and after the pandemic, her ultimate diagnosis with long COVID, and the challenges she faces in managing her symptoms. She emphasizes the importance of finding a supportive community of people who understand what she's going through. Courtney also...2024-08-0951 minLong Covid, MD#22: Long Covid and Personal IdentitySend us a textLongCovidMD.comHow has your personal identity been challenged by your Long Covid symptoms? I've spent a lot of time exploring this question and today I'm sharing what answers have come up for me.Our identity is connected to the titles we hold, and those titles are attached to values and judgements.I believe we don't have to lose ourselves when we have chronic illness, even if our world looks drastically different. How are you navigating challenges to your identity? Email me at longcovidmd@gmail.c...2024-08-0219 minLong Covid, MD#21: Spotting Long Covid PseudoscienceSend us a textOr Email at LongCovidMD@gmail.comIn this conversation, Dr Zeest Khan discusses the characteristics of pseudoscience accounts on social media that claim to provide reliable information about Long Covid. She provides a checklist to help identify these unreliable sources, including triggering fear and anxiety, using all or none statements, selling products related to their claims, speaking outside their area of expertise, and using dense and complicated language. Zeest emphasizes the importance of verifying credentials and understanding the capacity in which the person is speaking. Sources:Dr A...2024-07-1920 minLong Covid, MD#20: How Do You Love Yourself Through Your Limitations?Send us a textI want to be back to my baseline immediately, and I'm getting impatient. But the impatience itself is draining me. How do you show yourself grace? How do you love yourself through your limitations? Send me your advice. Tell me what keeps you going. Email me at LongCovidMD@gmail.comSupport the showSubscribe for more at LongCovidMD.substack.com, and follow Dr Khan on X @doctor_zeest 2024-07-1208 minLong Covid, MD#19: Low-Dose Naltrexone (LDN) for Long CovidSend us a textCheck out the new website LongCovidMD.comEmail me at LongCovidMD@gmail.comOn this installment of The Medicine Cabinet series, I tackle the use of Low-Dose Naltrexone (LDN) to treat Long Covid symptoms. Naltrexone is a fascinating drug that works one way at high doses and another way at low doses. In low doses, it can be a potent anti-inflammatory, and it may help reverse autoimmune conditions. There's a lot more to it. I explain how LDN works, who should consider it, and obstacles to access. I also s...2024-07-0525 min
Long Covid, MD#18: "A Vision of the Future That's About Progress [and] Coming Together" - Ezra Spier, Long Covid MoonshotSend us a textHow do we find community when we're energy-limited? Long Covid Moonshot member Ezra Spier helps me answer this question. Ezra is an Oakland, California-based patient researcher, person with Long Covid, and creator of the website Long Covid Studies . He is a member of Long Covid Moonshot and the Patient-Led Research Collaborative. Outside of Long Covid advocacy, Ezra is an independent operations and technology consultant who helps organizations thrive through periods of growth. We talk about advocacy, leveraging our strengths, and birds!Links:Longcovidstudies.netLongcovidmoonshot.comTh...2024-06-2855 minLong Covid, MD#17 "Not All Storms Come To Disrupt Your Life" - KatherineMarieSend us a textMany people have Long Covid. Hear their voices. Podcast listener and nurse practitioner KatherineMarie shares her story.Would you like to share your story? Email me at LongCovidMD@gmail.comListen to KatherineMarie's podcast "Long Covid Real Talk"https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real-talk-about-long-covid/id1740051506Support the showSubscribe for more at LongCovidMD.substack.com, and follow Dr Khan on X @doctor_zeest 2024-05-2431 minLong Covid, MD#16 "There's No Way This Is The Same Person" Physical Therapist Prof. Todd Davenport, PhDSend us a textIn all the years I practiced medicine, I didn't know much about fatigue-related conditions. While I was in the dark, researchers like Todd Davenport, Department Chair of Physical Therapy at the University of the Pacific, shed light on how fatigue affects patients with disease and even those who are healthy. In our interview, Todd shares how he and other physical therapists approach fatigue, how he saw Long Covid coming, and how to find a physical therapist who is right for you.Follow me on X @doctor_zeestFind Todd...2024-05-2044 minLong Covid, MD#16 "It's Like a Completely Different Body" Physical Therapy Professor Todd Davenport, PhDIn all the years I practiced medicine, I didn't know much about fatigue-related conditions. While I was in the dark, researchers like Todd Davenport, Department Chair of Physical Therapy at the University of the Pacific, shed light on how fatigue affects patients with disease and even those who are healthy. In our interview, Todd shares how he and other physical therapists approach fatigue, how he saw Long Covid coming, and how to find a physical therapist who is right for you.Follow me on X @doctor_zeestFind Todd on X @sunsopeningbandTodd...2024-05-1744 minLong Covid, MD#15 David Tuller, Holding Research AccountableSend us a textThe incomparable science journalist David Tuller (https://crowdfund.berkeley.edu/project/42302) shares how he dissects and reports on medical research. He made a name for himself contesting the methods used in the PACE trial, a study that claimed to support the use of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and exercise as a treatment for ME/CFS, but has now been debunked. He sees similarities between the approach to ME and now Long Covid. I ask David about the legacy of the PACE trial today, and how we can we trust what we read in...2024-05-101h 17Long Covid, MD#14 The Medicine Cabinet: Paxlovid and MolnupiravirSend us a textWelcome to The Medicine Cabinet, a series of episodes where I pull out a pill bottle and explain why it might be used in Long Covid.Today we're covering the Paxlovid and Molnupiravir, the two antivirals currently FDA approved to treat acute covid infections, and sometimes Long Covid. They are very different drugs, with very different side effect profiles...and they're not for everyone. Learn the basics on the very first episode of the The Medicine Cabinet.What's in your medicine cabinet? What drug or supplement do you want...2024-05-0615 minLong Covid, MD#13: How Reinfection Affects Long CovidSend us a textSeason 2 is here! It's also episode #13 so for something spooky, let's talk about getting reinfected with the virus that changed your life forever. Today I discuss how my recent reinfection felt, how reinfection affected my Long Covid symptoms, and how I responded. I'll share how antivirals work, who they work best for, and who shouldn't take them. We'll also peruse the existing literature on reinfection and Long Covid. How did reinfection affect you? Email me at LongCovidMD@gmail.comLinks:https://www.fda.gov/media/158165/downloadhttps://w...2024-05-0351 minLong Covid, MD#12: Anesthesia & Long CovidSend us a textIn the final episode of Season 1 I discuss my favorite subject, anesthesiology. I explain how anesthesia works, whether it's an injection at the dentist or general anesthesia for major surgery, and discuss how your experience with anesthesia might change now that you have Long Covid. Expect a break in episodes while I prepare Season 2. It's going to be bigger, bolder and even more informative. Follow me on X to stay updated.LinksMy article about Long Covid for the California Society of Anesthesiologistshttps://csahq.org/2022/06/13/experiencing-long-covid-as-a-physician-and-a-patient/...2024-03-2640 minLong Covid, MD#11: How To Build a Relationship With Your DoctorSend us a textWe doctors are an odd bunch, I will admit, but the medical system is even more odd. It's complicated, it's constricting, and the business of medicine infiltrates the patient-physician relationship. Most doctors are as unhappy about this as you are. Today I explain the constraints doctors work within that directly affect your experience as a patient, and how to work within these constraints to make the most out of your doctor visits. Links:Why Doctor Visits Are So Shorthttps://www.kevinmd.com/2014/05/10-minutes-doctor.htmlChanges in Pa...2024-03-0946 minLong Covid, MD#10: How To Stay Informed on Long Covid Without Becoming OverloadedSend us a textSome significant news hit the press this week, with significant backlash. Today I explain the news, the backlash, and how I stay up to date on Long Covid without getting swept up in the response. Emotions are important and require energy, so I share my step-by-step approach to processing heavy events without damaging my recovery. What do you think? Email comments to LongCovidMD@gmail.comLinksDeep Phenotyping of Post-Infectious Myalgic Encephalomyelitishttps://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-024-45107-3David Tuller, Virology B...2024-03-0448 minLong Covid, MD#9: Why America Hasn't Solved Long CovidSend us a textAmerica hasn't found a cure or even a treatment for Long Covid. Today I explain why. It's about money, but it's more complicated than just money.Links:RECOVER https://recovercovid.org/https://www.statnews.com/2023/08/09/long-covid-nih-trials/#:~:text=Among%20the%20trials%20announced%20so,along%20with%20several%20behavioral%20options.AHRQ https://www.ahrq.gov/coronavirus/long-covid.htmlPAHPA https://aspr.hhs.gov/legal/pahpa/Pages/default.aspxSupport the showSubscribe for more at LongCovidMD.substack.com, and follow Dr Khan on X @d...2024-02-1029 min