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PodcastDX PodcastDXThis week we discuss strategies autistic adults can use as employees. Temple Grandin PhD is our distinguished guest this week. Her website gives a great explanation of her theory on how best to prepare autistic children for a more independent life and active social integration through employment. She emphasizes that in earlier generations, (Temple grew up in the 1950s) activities such as newspaper delivery provided young people with formative work experiences. She suggests that, in the absence of such opportunities today, parents can help children build similar skills through neighborhood jobs like dog walking or by encouraging vol...

2025-10-0751 min

PodcastDX Understanding POTS with Dr. Diana DriscollThis Week on PodcastDX: Understanding POTS with Dr. Diana Driscoll This week we are honored to welcome none other than Dr. Diana Driscoll, a world-renowned authority on the autonomic nervous system. An optometrist and Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry (FAAO), Dr. Driscoll is internationally recognized for her groundbreaking research on Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) and other conditions once thought to be “invisible.” Dr. Driscoll has dedicated her career to improving the lives of those affected by autonomic disorders. Her journey began as a patient herself, battling POTS. Frustrated by the lack of answers...

2025-09-0940 min

PodcastDX Understanding POTS with Dr. Diana DriscollThis Week on PodcastDX: Understanding POTS with Dr. Diana Driscoll This week we are honored to welcome none other than Dr. Diana Driscoll, a world-renowned authority on the autonomic nervous system. An optometrist and Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry (FAAO), Dr. Driscoll is internationally recognized for her groundbreaking research on Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) and other conditions once thought to be "invisible." Dr. Driscoll has dedicated her career to improving the lives of those affected by autonomic disorders. Her journey began as a patient herself, battling POTS. Frustrated by the lac...

2025-09-0940 min

PodcastDX Health & Human Services The Public Health Agencies are created to deliver on the Government's commitment to help protect the health and safety of all people and communities in whatever country they live in. For example: Canada's activities focus on: promoting health, well-being and equity protecting against threats to public health preventing and reducing diseases and injury Health Canada is responsible for helping Canadians maintain and improve their health. It ensures that high-quality health services are accessible, and works to reduce health risks. The UK supports ministers in leading the nation's health and social care t...

2025-06-2416 min

PodcastDX Stress and the Immune System re-run This week we have re-posting a brief insight to the fact that stress can play havoc on the immune system and we hope to have a new guest soon to discuss this weighty problem. If you are a member of the health care community and would like to be a guest on our show to discuss how stress affects the immune system, please drop us a line at PodcastDX@yahoo.com. Remember chronic stress = excessive cortisol and too much cortisol = a host of medical ailments. Poor sleep Cortisol levels are supposed to drop at nigh...

2025-06-0306 min

PodcastDX Navigating the VAThis week's episode is very special for all of the veterans out there... We welcome back three previous guests to discuss receiving healthcare at the Veteran Health Administration (VHA) a component of the Department of Veteran Affairs (VA). Our main guest (from left to right above) is Mark Frerichs, a Navy veteran who was held captive by the Taliban while working as a government contractor in Afghanistan. His battle didn't end with his eventual release and he was home trying to get the health care services he deserved. Supporting him are: Kristal Kent, an Ar...

2025-05-271h 17

PodcastDX Longevity & Regenerative MedicineOn today's show, we are speaking with Dr. Deepti Agarwal. Dr. Agarwal graduated from the University of Pennsylvania, then earned her MD from Stony Brook School of Medicine at the State University of New York (SUNY). She completed her residency in Anesthesiology at Northwestern Memorial Hospital Feinberg School of Medicine. Her Fellowship in Pain Management is from Weill Cornell Medical College/New York Presbyterian Hospital. She also completed an Integrative Medicine Fellowship at Northwestern/UCSF Osher Center for Integrative Medicine. Our topic for today is a BOGO! Yep, not one but two episodes in one! Longevity Medicine & Re...

2023-02-2146 min

PodcastDX Longevity & Regenerative MedicineOn today’s show, we are speaking with Dr. Deepti Agarwal. Dr. Agarwal graduated from the University of Pennsylvania, then earned her MD from Stony Brook School of Medicine at the State University of New York (SUNY). She completed her residency in Anesthesiology at Northwestern Memorial Hospital Feinberg School of Medicine. Her Fellowship in Pain Management is from Weill Cornell Medical College/New York Presbyterian Hospital. She also completed an Integrative Medicine Fellowship at Northwestern/UCSF Osher Center for Integrative Medicine. Our topic for today is a BOGO! Yep, not one but two episodes in one! Longevity Medi...

2023-02-2146 min

Inspiring Women with Laurie McGraw EP. 107 Thank you for your service. Laurie McGraw is speaking with Inspiring Women Lita Tomas and Jean Marie McNamara, a mother/daughter duo who have just published their memoir: Lita & Jean: Memoirs of Two Generations of Military Women. Hear Lita and Jean talk about: Lita: Breaking new ground: a divorced woman in the 1970s was not allowed to join the military nut Lita found a way to provide stability for her young daughters. Many firsts including becoming a mechanic and being in one of the first gender integrated units. Jean: Service was always a calling: joining the Army National Guard...

2022-11-1146 min

PodcastDX Stress and the Immune SystemThis week we have a brief insight to the fact that stress can play havoc on the immune system and we hope to have a new guest soon to discuss this weighty problem. If you are a member of the health care community and would like to be a guest on our show to discuss how stress affects the immune system, please drop us a line at PodcastDX@yahoo.com. Remember chronic stress = excessive cortisol and too much cortisol = a host of medical ailments. 1. Poor sleep Cortisol levels are supposed to drop at nigh...

2022-09-1306 min

PodcastDX Four Year RecapThis week marks four years as co-hosts on PodcastDX. For today's show we will be recalling some of our most memorable interviews from these past four years. We have had the honor of speaking with 151 guests and have posted 209 episodes so it wasn't an easy task but with input from everyone on the team, I think we had success! I want to take the time to thank our listeners from around the world. THANK YOU!! There isn't a day that goes by that I am not amazed that we have come so far...

2022-04-0516 min

Bottom Line Nursing BLN Goes on PodCastDXCheckout this episode of PodcastDX, where Nick got the privilege to be a guest on and spend sometime talking with their awesome crew! Take a listen! Checkout PodcastDX: https://www.podcastdx.com/Have a question or comment? Email us at bottomlinenursing@gmail.comFollow us on FacebookFollow us on Instagram @bottomlinenursingVisit our Website Disclaimer: The views expressed are those of the hosts and do not reflect the official policy or position of any specific organization or entity. The mentio...

2022-03-1952 min

PodcastDX Throwback Thursday! Travis Mills Veteran/Quad AmputeeFor our very first Throwback Thursday episode we celebrate the bravery of our men and women that have served in the United States Armed Services! In this episode we will discuss not just continuing life after a horrific injury, but excelling and living life to it's fullest, minus two arms and two legs. On April 10, 2012, United States Army Staff Sergeant Travis Mills of the 82nd Airborne was critically injured on his third tour of duty in Afghanistan by an IED (improvised explosive device) while on patrol, losing portions of both legs and both arms. I...

2021-11-1144 min

Just One Listen Podcast Reviews Podcast Review: PodcastDXA show hosted by three folks who share medical conditions, treatments, issues and their thoughts and opinions on the subject.Show Link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcastdx/id1366667008

2021-08-2013 min

PodcastDX von Hippel-Lindau Chuvash PolycythemiaOur guest this week is Shannon Wyatt. Shannon has an extremely rare condition called von Hippel-Lindau Chuvash Polycythemia (we will abbreviate to VHL). Her only symptom that led to finding VHL was that she was diagnosed with kidney cancer at 34 years old, that didn’t even have any noticeable symptoms, it was just an incidental finding on an MRI, but when they took it out, they found it was malignant. A few years later, it was pulmonary embolisms in both lungs after a routine gallbladder removal that pointed to Chuvash Polycythemia after many previous labs had raised suspicion of it.

2021-03-3043 min

PodcastDX Bleeding Disorders, Hemophilia, von Willebrand Disease, Coagulation Disorders, Blood Clotting Disorders, Clotting Factor Deficiencies Bleeding Disorders, also known as Hemophilia, von Willebrand Disease, Coagulation Disorders, Blood Clotting Disorders, Clotting Factor Deficiencies Bleeding disorders are rare disorders affecting the way the body controls blood clotting. If your blood does not clot normally, you may experience problems with bleeding too much after an injury or surgery. This health topic will focus on bleeding disorders that are caused by problems with clotting factors, including hemophilia and von Willebrand disease. Clotting factors, also called coagulation factors, are proteins in the blood that work with small cells, called platelets, to form blood clo...

2021-03-2309 min

PodcastDX TrisomeTrisomy is an abnormality in which an organism has the wrong number of chromosomes. In humans, a normal baby will have 46 chromosomes in 23 pairs, with each parent contributing 23 chromosomes. When trisomy occurs, the individual is born with three instances of a particular chromosome instead of the usual two, resulting in 47 total chromosomes instead of 46. The results of this extra data can vary, but tend to manifest in the form of birth defects, some of which can be quite severe. The most common cause of trisomy is a problem in the duplication of chromosomes to create egg and...

2021-03-1612 min

PodcastDX Lysosomal Storage DiseaseLauren, is here speaking with us today about Lysosomal Storage Disease. Lauren has four siblings whom she loves dearly, and graduated in 2011. She worked at a community center until COVID put a hold on social gatherings. She considers herself a social person and is grateful for the chance to get her story out into the world. Lysosomal storage diseases are inherited metabolic diseases that are characterized by an abnormal build-up of various toxic materials in the body's cells as a result of enzyme deficiencies. There are nearly 50 of these disorders altogether, and they may affect diff...

2021-03-0924 min

PodcastDX Muscular DystrophyThis week we are speaking with a Muscular Dystrophy Warrior! Keisha Greaves is a motivational speaker, the founder of Girls Chronically Rock, and the Massachusetts State Ambassador for the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA). Girls Chronically Rock (www. girlschronicallyrock.com) offers inspired fashion celebrating Muscular Dystrophy and other chronic illnesses. Over the past few years, Keisha has been featured in Good Morning America, Today Show, WCVB Chronicle, ABC News, Thrive Global, Politico, Improper Bostonian, Boston Voyager, Herself 360, Liz on Biz, among other outlets on and offline. One of Keisha’s proudest moments is...

2021-03-0229 min

PodcastDX Rare Disease CAMK2 Genetic MutationOur guest today is Karen is a wife and mother to 5 children. Her youngest, who is now 13 was born seemingly healthy. In her first weeks it became clear that she wasn't developing normally. After 10 years of looking for a diagnosis and not finding answers, they decided to do whole exome sequencing. That finally gave them an answer. She has a mutation of her CAMK2 gene. It was so newly discovered that only a handful of people were diagnosed with this. Since it has been discovered, more children are being found to be in the family of CA...

2021-02-2327 min

PodcastDX Effects of Agent Orange Tara Parham, the daughter of a disabled USMCS Veteran, eighty-sixed her 6 figure income career in Government Healthcare and Lean Six Sigma, after falling ill with the first of 3 rare diseases that are associated with her dads exposure to Agent Orange, a dioxin used while he was serving in the Vietnam War. Her goal is to shed light on those who are struggling with the many debilitating conditions from Agent Orange and other Rare Diseases; to advocate for those who are struggling to find Help, their voice, and are unable to advocate for themselves. TRANSCRIPT

2021-02-1653 min

PodcastDX Fibromyalgia & POTsJason is an engineering graduate who reinvented himself as a podcaster and chronic illness/disability advocate after developing fibromyalgia and postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS). He is the host of Discomfort Zone, a podcast featuring immersive stories on chronic illness and disability that showcase our vulnerability, wellness, and resilience. He and his guests find comfort by turning towards discomfort, welcoming it, and laughing at it. Jason is the youngest of three kids and the proud uncle of his nephew and niece. He was born and raised in Toronto, Canada where he currently lives with his M...

2021-02-0931 min

PodcastDX Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva Kim Shields is 38 years old and just finished her masters in social work program. She was diagnosed with FOP at age 15, but it has mildly affected her throughout her life. She is a wheelchair user, but she doesn’t let that slow her down. She is working on a plan to open a nonprofit in the future to help with access issues for those with disabilities, specifically wheelchair access, but will fight to help anyone with a disability get access to housing, employment, and transportation that meets their individual needs to be as independent as possible. ...

2021-02-0233 min

PodcastDX Tick Borne Illness & AutoimmuneBoard Certified in Family Medicine, Dr. Kelley was among the first physicians to become Board Certified in Integrative Medicine. She has studied the causes, effects, and treatments of Lyme Disease extensively, and lectures nationally on this and other topics. Dr. Kelley graduated from The Ohio State University College of Medicine and completed her residency in Family Medicine at St. Joseph Hospital in Chicago. She is a ten-year member of the Institute of Functional Medicine (IFM), a Director on the board of The International Lyme and Associated Disease Society (ILADS), and is a Founding Member of th...

2021-01-2629 min

PodcastDX Household SafetyTalking today amongst ourselves, we will share some important safety tips around the home. (TRANSCRIPT BELOW) Most home safety tips talk about the importance of preventing fires, preparing against extreme weather and protecting the home from potential burglars. If you are a homeowner and have not taken precautions in any of these areas, the time to act is now. Yet even though it's important to prepare for large dangers, most household dangers are more subtle and require smaller fixes. For example, did you know that a carbon monoxide detector is one of t...

2021-01-1930 min

PodcastDX Household SafetyTalking today amongst ourselves, we will share some important safety tips around the home. (TRANSCRIPT BELOW) Most home safety tips talk about the importance of preventing fires, preparing against extreme weather and protecting the home from potential burglars. If you are a homeowner and have not taken precautions in any of these areas, the time to act is now. Yet even though it’s important to prepare for large dangers, most household dangers are more subtle and require smaller fixes. For example, did you know that a carbon monoxide detector is one of t...

2021-01-1930 min

PodcastDX Myostatin Issues- Dylan's StrengthMyostatin-related muscle hypertrophy is a rare condition characterized by reduced body fat and increased muscle size. Affected individuals have up to twice the usual amount of muscle mass in their bodies. They also tend to have increased muscle strength. This condition is not known to cause any medical problems, and affected individuals are intellectually normal. Myostatin-related muscle hypertrophy is caused by mutations in the MSTN gene. It follows an incomplete autosomal dominant pattern of inheritance. In layman's terms: Too LITTLE Myostatin causes too MUCH muscle. Our guest today is discussin...

2021-01-1238 min

PodcastDX VaccinesThe first human vaccines against viruses were based using weaker or attenuated viruses to generate immunity. The smallpox vaccine used cowpox, a poxvirus that was similar enough to smallpox to protect against it but usually didn’t cause serious illness. Rabies was the first virus attenuated in a lab to create a vaccine for humans. Vaccines are made using several different processes. They may contain live viruses that have been attenuated (weakened or altered so as not to cause illness); inactivated or killed organisms or viruses; inactivated toxins (for bacterial diseases where toxins generated by th...

2021-01-0519 min

PodcastDX Disability EtiquetteBasic disability etiquette involves treating people with disabilities with respect. For example, speak to the person directly, not to the person accompanying them. Do not make assumptions about what they can or cannot do. The impact of a specific disability can vary widely from person to person, so offer assistance only if it appears to be needed. Acknowledge and respect the individual’s ability to make decisions and judgments on their own behalf. Always use “people first” language. For example, use the term “people with disabilities.” Do not use terms such as “the disabled” or “the handicapped.” Avoid referring to people by their di...

2020-12-2917 min

PodcastDX Cerebral PalsyCerebral palsy is a group of disorders that affect movement and muscle tone or posture. It's caused by damage that occurs to the immature brain as it develops, most often before birth. Our guest today is Zain Bando, a Chicago area, 21-year-old college student and is studying journalism at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign as a junior. He hopes to pursue a career in broadcasting after graduation and currently resides in Downers Grove, IL with his family. TRANSCRIPT: S8E2 Cerebral palsy Lita T 00:08

2020-12-2227 min

PodcastDX Cosmetic MedicineCosmetic Medicine is the practice of non-surgical and minor surgical procedures that are designed to change the appearance of individuals by their effects on superficial tissues, thereby reversing the signs of ageing. Cosmetic Medicine is commonly associated with treatments such as botulinum toxin and dermal filler injections. Other treatments such as laser therapy and sclerotherapy are also extremely popular and are additional therapies that a cosmetic practitioner can offer. Skin Med Spa is a premier medical spa in Downers Grove, Illinois. The practice boasts licensed medical staff who are trained in aesthetics and have decades...

2020-12-1535 min

PodcastDX FibromyalgiaOur guest this week is Arushi Lohiya, from Jaipur, Rajasthan -India. She is a marketing & branding strategist, an amateur poet, animal lover, and a Fibromyalgia warrior. She graduated top of her class from Iowa State University, USA in marketing. At one time she was also a national level sports player and managed to combine both of her passions with a dream job in sports marketing. She was accelerating up the corporate ladder with brands like Coca Cola, ESPN, and Kingfisher Beer, basically living her dream when in 2012 at the age of 22 she was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia. Since then...

2020-12-0823 min

PodcastDX Corneal DystrophySavanna is a health policy and patient advocate from Houston, Texas. She meets with senators and representative at the federal level to advocate for patients to have better access to treatments and for the protection of the ACA, as well as creating awareness & education through social media and consulting with companies about the patient experience. Savanna has several chronic illnesses including Psoriatic Arthritis, Severe Asthma, and a form of Corneal Dystrophy, which is what she is here to talk about today.

2020-12-0122 min

PodcastDX EpilepsyMatt is a preschool teacher turned computer programmer and disability advocate. He developed Epilepsy while in college and is here today to discuss this often misunderstood disease. Epilepsy is a central nervous system (neurological) disorder in which brain activity becomes abnormal, causing seizures or periods of unusual behavior, sensations, and sometimes loss of awareness. Anyone can develop epilepsy. Epilepsy affects both males and females of all races, ethnic backgrounds and ages. Seizure symptoms can vary widely. Some people with epilepsy simply stare blankly for a few seconds during a seizure, while others...

2020-11-2446 min

PodcastDX GastroparesisAmbre is a gastroparesis patient. She was diagnosed in 2016, after suffering with GI symptoms for nearly 2 years. Her disease has progressed to where she is now completely dependent on enteral nutrition. In the last two years she has become a vocal advocate for the gastroparesis community. She has also, in the last year become a vocal advocate for feeding tubes and body positivity. By participating in several photoshoots to help with body positivity and awareness for medical devices, she hopes to encourage others. She writes a blog about her journey with chronic illness. She uses h...

2020-11-1742 min

PodcastDX Lupus Britt Clark is a patient advocate and the founder of Lupus Lyfe, a blog about living with lupus. She is also a lupus patient leader for WEGO Health and actively participates in discussions and panels advocating for chronic illness warriors. She has battled lupus, fibromyalgia, trigeminal neuralgia and recently stage 1 kidney cancer. In her spare time, she loves spending time with her husband and 2 sons and traveling. Blog: Lupus Lyfe www.lupuslyfe.com IG: @lupuslyfe FB: @lupuslyfe

2020-11-1017 min

PodcastDX Crohns During MotherhoodMyisha is the ceo of @gameofcrohnsandchronicillness Facebook group and Instagram. Myisha is a 2019 WEGO Health Awards finalist and WEGO Health top 10 rookie of the year 2020 this year. Myisha have been nominated for 10 WEGO Health awards. Myisha started her Facebook group gameofcrohnsandchronicillness to help others feel less alone. When Myisha was first diagnosed 11 years ago she knew absolutely nothing about her chronic illness or what she would be dealing with for the rest of her life. Myisha is a passionate dedicated advocate she’s received proclamations from states for recognition of her advo...

2020-11-0323 min

PodcastDX Halloween During COVIDIn this episode we will discuss Halloween Safety during COVID Fall celebrations like Halloween and Harvest Day are fun times for children, who at one time could dress up in costumes, enjoy parties, and eat yummy treats. These celebrations also provide a chance to give out healthy snacks, get physical activity, and focus on safety. Check out these tips to help make the festivities fun and safe for trick-or-treaters and some ideas to replace typical parties during these uncommonly scary times.

2020-10-2713 min

PodcastDX Barrett's EsophagusOur guest today is once again Lita Tomas, one of our co-hosts. Lita has suffered with GERD for most of her adult life (as you learned in S6E19) This year's upper endoscopy showed damage to the esophagus from the chronic acid backflow. She now has a new diagnosis of Barrett's Esophagus. Barrett's esophagus is a potentially serious complication of GERD, which stands for gastroesophageal reflux disease. In Barrett's esophagus, normal tissue lining the esophagus -- the tube that carries food from the mouth to the stomach -- changes to tissue that resembles the lining of the intestine. A...

2020-10-2014 min

PodcastDX Rotator Cuff RepairOur guest today is Lita again, she has recently had her torn rotator cuff repaired. I would like to refer to the Mayo Clinic to explain this complex group of muscles and ligaments: The rotator cuff is a group of muscles and tendons that surround the shoulder joint, keeping the head of your upper arm bone firmly within the shallow socket of the shoulder. A rotator cuff injury can cause a dull ache in the shoulder, which often worsens with use of the arm away from the body. Rotator cuff injuries are...

2020-10-1320 min

PodcastDX Injectable Neurotoxins for MigrainesTwo Co-Hosts discuss injectable neurotoxins as a medical treatment, especially for migraines. Neurotoxins are injected around pain fibers that are involved in headaches. It enters the nerve endings around where it is injected and blocks the release of chemicals involved in pain transmission. This prevents activation of pain networks in the brain. It prevents migraine headaches before they start

2020-10-0611 min

PodcastDX Volunteering, Good For Your Mental HealthVolunteering can help you make friends, learn new skills, advance your career, and even feel happier and healthier. With busy lives, it can be hard to find time to volunteer. However, the benefits of volunteering can be enormous. Volunteering offers vital help to people in need, worthwhile causes, and the community, but the benefits can be even greater for you, the volunteer. The right match can help you to find friends, connect with the community, learn new skills, and even advance your career. Giving to others can also help protect your mental and physical health. It can...

2020-09-2918 min

PodcastDX HyperacusisHyperacusis is defined as a collapsed tolerance to normal environmental sounds. Ears also lose most of their dynamic range. Dynamic range is the ability of the ear to deal with quick shifts in sound loudness. Suddenly everyday noises sound unbearably or painfully loud. The disorder is often chronic and usually accompanied by tinnitus (ringing in the ears), but can occur in patients who have little or no measurable hearing loss. Hi, My name is Jemma, I’m 16 years old and have a rare disorder called hyperacusis, which causes me to experience pain from normal noise. There...

2020-09-2236 min

PodcastDX Camaraderie in a PandemicEven though we often feel Physicians are 'super-heroes" during times of extreme stress even these heroes need support! Dr. Jackson is here today to talk with us about the care and support that physicians can give one another. The current pandemic is such a stressful time for all of us, have you considered how hard it is on the front line workers? Dr. Kimberly Funches Jackson is a board-certified physician and founder of Physicians Working Together. Dr. J is also the founder of National Physicians Week, a national celebration, (March 25-31) that recognizes the dedication, sacr...

2020-09-1523 min

PodcastDX RabiesRabies is a fatal but preventable viral disease. It can spread to people and pets if they are bitten or scratched by a rabid animal. In the United States, rabies is mostly found in wild animals like bats, raccoons, skunks, and foxes. However, in many other countries dogs still carry rabies, and most rabies deaths in people around the world are caused by dog bites. Animals most likely to transmit rabies in the United States include bats, coyotes, foxes, raccoons and skunks. In developing countries of Africa and Southeast Asia, stray dogs are the most likely to spr...

2020-09-0809 min

PodcastDX Celiac DiseaseMoira Cleary (more-a), a mom of two beautiful, smart, funny teenagers who both live with often debilitating chronic conditions, is a Certified and Accredited Professional Coach as well as a Mindfulness Practitioner, she is sharing her knowledge and experience with Moms struggling, as they parent children with challenging, complex or even extra-ordinary needs. She is on a mission to help mothers find their strength so that they can show up for themselves and their families the way they want to, not just with the left overs. Her focus is simple, you matter as much as your family. She and h...

2020-09-0119 min

PodcastDX EndometriosisThis week we are discussing endometriosis. Endometriosis is an often painful disorder in which tissue similar to the tissue that normally lines the inside of your uterus — the endometrium — grows outside your uterus. Endometriosis most commonly involves your ovaries, fallopian tubes and the tissue lining your pelvis. Rarely, endometrial tissue may spread beyond pelvic organs. Returning to our show to discuss endo is our guest Asiya Rafiq. She joined us last week to talk about adaptive clothing.

2020-08-2312 min

PodcastDX Adaptive Modest ClothingOur guest this week is Asiya Rafiq. She has an educational background in Psychology, and is a Certified Applied Behavioral Analyst from Dubai. She is also a Certified Volunteer in Special Olympics with the United Arab Emirates. From a business standpoint she is an advertising professional, a Modest Fashion Designer (Specialist Adaptive Wear), and a Fashion Virtual Reality Filmmaker. She just completed her film on parental separation which addressed an important issue of how 'parental separation' can affect a child's mental health. Her films cover real stories with social causes, giving voice to the voiceless.

2020-08-1117 min

PodcastDX Navigating and Balancing Life & Work as a PhysicianHave you ever felt overwhelmed at trying to balance family and life? Dr. Tameka Blake is here with us to discuss the importance of achieving a balance and gives us an idea of how a physician might attain balance between running a business and being a doctor. Dr. Blake is originally from Brooklyn, NY. In 2001, she attended Cornell University graduating cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Chemistry. She later graduated from Weill Cornell Medical College in New York in 2006. She is a medical director and board-certified emergency physician practicing in metro Atlanta fo...

2020-08-0427 min

PodcastDX The Importance of Chronicles in Health CareChronicling, or journaling is an important part of the health care field! For patients or the professional medical team looking after patients, a great deal can be gained by simply writing down your experiences, symptoms, thoughts or ideas! We don't often get a viewpoint form the medical team members and were very happy to include "The Women in White Coats"

2020-07-2827 min

PodcastDX Discrimination in Health CareThis week we are talking with Doctor Kat Ogle on discrimination in healthcare. From medical students to doctors and naturally the patients in between, how common is racism in the medical community and what can be done to end it? Dr. Ogle doesn't hold back on this important topic! Dr. Kat Ogle| Washington DC Emergency Medicine Physician Author Dr. Ogle is a board-certified Emergency Medicine physician, currently practicing at The George Washington University Hospital, Washington VA Medical Center and United Medical Center in Washington, DC. She is a first-generation colleg...

2020-07-211h 16

PodcastDX Upper Endoscopy and Esophageal UlcersAn upper endoscopy is a procedure used to visually examine your upper digestive system with a tiny camera on the end of a long, flexible tube. A specialist in diseases of the digestive system (gastroenterologist) uses an endoscopy to diagnose and, sometimes, treat conditions that affect the esophagus, stomach and beginning of the small intestine (duodenum). Finding esophageal ulcers wasn't what our guest and co-host Lita expected to find!

2020-07-1426 min

PodcastDX Mental Health ProfessionalsFINDING THE RIGHT Mental Health Professional isn't difficult—and it shouldn't be. There still exists a stigma of sorts, that taking care of your mental health is taboo and people may be reluctant to even ask about care. When you put your life in someone else's hands, you need to feel confident that this is an individual with enough smarts, qualifications, and skills to give you the care you deserve. Michael has been helping change individual lives for over 20 years as a counselor, a coach and a mentor. His passion is in helping veterans, first resp...

2020-07-0741 min

PodcastDX Sickle Cell (part 4 of 4) with LwimbaI am Lwimba Kasongo and I have been living with sickle cell for over 30 years! I call myself a warrior because i have come this far despite the challenges that come with living with Sickle cell . The pain, the stigma, the in an out of hospital , the medicines all make it a hard journey. Living with Sickle cell is a daily battle field but to come this far is victory for me, because no matter how much I fall, still I rise up. I am a fighter, a warrior and with the right medication and do's and don'ts of mana...

2020-07-0134 min

PodcastDX Sickle Cell (3 of 4 with Yemi)Oluyemi ‘Yemi’ Moses was born in Durham, NC, USA to parents who immigrated from Nigeria. She was the middle child in a family with seven children; four of those children were born with sickle cell disease, and Yemi was one of them. Throughout her life she has stood firm on the belief that sickle cell would not diminish her life, and her life experiences attest to that. She graduated from North Carolina Central University in 1998 with a B.S. degree in Human Sciences and moved to Brooklyn, NY, where she furthered her education and became a certified Speci...

2020-06-2322 min

PodcastDX Sickle Cell DiseaseOur guest today is Sophia Anna, also known as "The Sick Sexy" and continues in our series on Sickle Cell. Born in 1993 and originally from England with a background of Greek and South American heritage, Sophia Anna is an online writer, content creator, model and works in healthcare. She is extremely passionate about invisible illness and launched her youtube channel: The Sick Sexy as an honest, raw platform about de-stigmatizing invisible illness and how to embrace it.

2020-06-1525 min

PodcastDX Sickle Cell Disease (1 of 4)Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a chronic vascular disease, with a range of acute and chronic complications driven by ongoing vaso-occlusion. The diverse clinical manifestations of SCD can affect organs throughout the body. The self-perpetuating cycle of vaso-occlusion and vaso-occlusive crises (VOCs) may account for the majority of the burden of SCD. MORE ABOUT OUR GUEST My name is Agnes, co-founder and Executive Director for ASCA. Our baby girl Joy had sickle cell disease (SS). She was born at King Edward Memorial Hospital in Perth late 2000s. At the time, my hu...

2020-06-0931 min

PodcastDX Primary Sclerosing CholangitisBile ducts carry the digestive liquid bile from your liver to your small intestine. In primary sclerosing cholangitis, inflammation causes scars within the bile ducts. These scars make the ducts hard and narrow and gradually cause serious liver damage. Our guest today is Jenna Zigler an avid blogger at The Comical Colon

2020-06-0235 min

PodcastDX NarcolepsyNarcolepsy is a chronic sleep disorder characterized by overwhelming daytime drowsiness and sudden attacks of sleep. People with narcolepsy often find it difficult to stay awake for long periods of time, regardless of the circumstances. Narcolepsy can cause serious disruptions in your daily routine. Our guest today is Lindsey who will discuss her life with narcolepsy. Lindsey grew up in Charlotte NC and is currently residing nearby in Belmont, NC with her husband and dog. She was diagnosed in May of 2019 after dealing with symptoms since childhood. She was previously misdiagnosed and had doctors dismiss her sleepiness for being a norma...

2020-05-2630 min

PodcastDX Surgery Prep with Chronic IllnessWhatever type of surgery you’re having and wherever you have it, there are some things you can do to prepare for surgery and ease your recovery. Our guest, Kristal Kent, discusses what has helped her prepare for surgery while living with a chronic illness!

2020-05-1933 min

PodcastDX Trigeminal NeuralgiaIn this episode we will discuss Trigeminal Neuralgia with Pamela from British Columbia, Canada. This painful and rare condition has no cure but Pam gives us tips on dealing with severe facial pain. Transcript: s3e1 trigeminal neuralgia.mp3 Lita [00:00:07] Hello and welcome to another episode of podcastDX. The show that brings you interviews with people just like you whose lives were forever changed by a medical diagnosis. I'm Lita and one of our co-hosts. Ron is not with us today. Jean [00:00:22] And I'm Jean Marie. ...

2019-01-0623 min

PodcastDX Food SafetyOn this week's episode we review basic food safety tips. We break this topic down into bite size portions. Remember not to put food safety on the back burner. Now wash your hands, we saved you a place at the PodcastDX table.

2018-12-1112 min

PodcastDX Planes Trains and WheelchairsIn this episode we will discuss traveling at the holidays with varying levels of need. Travel with disabilities can be challenging but the stress of added crowds can make this time of year even worse! We discuss hints and tips to help navigate from point A to point B a little easier. Due to time constraints we couldn't cover as many segments as we would have liked, but if you check out our resource page on our website you will find many more ideas. This episode is a forum with the PodcastDX co-hosts

2018-12-0422 min

PodcastDX A physician's perspective on medical cannabisTranscripts for this show are below pic: On this episode of PodcastDX we get a physician's perspective on medical cannabis. This is part three of our medical cannabis series. Our guest, Dr. Robert Weil, D.P.M. specializes in orthotics, sports medicine, and podiatric medicine. He also hosts a radio show and co-authored the book #Hey Sports Parents. Episode 15 Medical Cannabis Dr Weil.mp3 Lita [00:00:15] Hello. Welcome to another episode of PodcastDX. The show that brings you interviews with people just like you whose lives were forever changed by...

2018-07-1018 min

PodcastDX Medical Cannabis BudtenderTranscript for this episode is found below the pic: On this episode of PodcastDx we get the dope on medical cannabis from Budtender Alex. A Budtender can help guide customers through the hazy world of medical marijuana. Feel free to ask them any questions you have, alot extra time for your first visit so you can get the "420" on product lines, methods of delivery and strain specifics. This cash only business is not yet covered by insurance. Episode 14 Budtender.wav Ron [00:00:16] Hello and welcome to PodcastDX the...

2018-07-0332 min

PodcastDX Brachial Plexus Injury and Living With a DisabilityTranscript for this episode is found under the pic Ron is a co-host of PodcastDX, he was injured as a child when he was struck by an automobile. He survived the critical injuries but a permanent deficit of his brachial plexus nerve bundle remained. Although he does not have the use of his right arm, he continues to take on challenge after challenge. His latest goal is to compete in the 2020 Paralympics! We certainly support his drive to excel, and hope to see him on the podium for that event accepting his first medal!

2018-06-2624 min

PodcastDX Medical CannabisTranscript for the show is found below the pic: In this episode we are first have a forum discussion covering the terms used in medical cannabis. The PodcastDX co-hosts will talk briefly about the terminology to familiarize you with some of the terms. Then we move directly into an interview with a patient who has recently been prescribed medical cannabis. We get some background into how a new patient goes about applying for and finally obtaining the product for use. In Illinois this is not as simple as your doctor sending a prescription over to the...

2018-06-1912 min

PodcastDX Vocal Cord NodulesTranscript for this show are below pic: Episode 11 features Tatum, an up and coming vocal artist and musical theater star from the Chicago suburbs. Tatum has stared in over 2 dozen performances in her life and was at risk of losing it all when she developed nodules on her vocal cords during High School. Listen to this episode to hear how she overcame this obstacle and if we are lucky we will be seeing her on the big screen in a few short years! Episode 11 - Nodes on Vocal Cords (1...

2018-06-1211 min

PodcastDX ToxoplasmosisEpisode transcript is below pic. Rayna Marie is a college student ready to start teaching next fall. She shared her story with us on the parasite that took up residence in her eye! PodcastDX Toxoplasmosis Episode 10.mp3 Ron [00:00:16] Hello and welcome to podcast dx. The show that brings you interviews with people just like you whose lives were dforever changed by a medical diagnosis. Lita [00:00:26] I'm Lita. Ron [00:00:27] And I'm Ron. Jean [00:00:28] And I'm Jean...

2018-06-0508 min

PodcastDX Ehlers Danlos SyndromeTranscript is below pic. Season 1 Episode 8 Ehlers Danlos Syndrome In this episode we interview one of our PodcastDX co-hosts, Jean Marie. As you remember, she also discussed one of her EDS co-morbidity disorders (POTS) in a recent episode. Today we ask Jean to share a little more detail of her Ehlers Danlos Syndrome and how that ties in to her complex medical diagnosis. EDS is more than just being "really flexible" as you will soon learn. TRANSCRIPT Ron: [00:00:30] Hello and welcome to another episode of podcast DMX. The show that brings...

2018-05-2216 min

PodcastDX Sciatica & Arthritis PodcastDXTranscript below pic A prolific dancer for most of her adult life, she stayed in remarkable condition. Mary is an octogenarian from Chicago, Illinois. She is a retiree with many nieces and nephews. Her hobbies include crocheting and baking. She also loves cards, scrabble and crossword puzzles. PodcastDX Sciatica+Arthritis Episode 6.mp3 Jean [00:00:15] Hello again and welcome to podcast dx. This show that brings you interviews with people just like you whose lives were forever changed by a medical diagnosis. Lita [00:00:24] I'm Lita. ...

2018-05-0812 min

PodcastDX Postural Tachycardia SyndromeSee transcript below pic. The dizzying tale of an injured Army Officer that never expected to have her career cut short by a freak accident resulting in Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome. Jean Marie has worked hard to recover from a severe brain and spinal cord injury and is sharing part of her story in this episode. I am sure we will glean more information from her in future episodes as we delve deeper into the mysteries of POTS. Jean: [00:00:15] I. am so excited to talk about today's topic. I already started the application process online. [00:00:19][4.9]

2018-05-0110 min

PodcastDX HPV Human Papiloma VirusSee Transcript below pic. On this episode we talk about HPV, the human papilloma virus with Courtney Miller. Courtney Miller is the owner of Shine Light Health where she is an integrative Nutrition Health Coach, Yoga Instructor, and Oil Wellness Advocate. She enjoys all things wellness and loves sharing her passion for healing naturally. Most days you can find her outside with her dog or traveling in her camper. Learn more about Courtney at http://shinelighthealth.com TRANSCRIPT Jean: [00:00:16] Hello and welcome to PodcastDX. The show that brings you interviews with people just...

2018-04-1724 min

PodcastDX Liver Transplant PodcastDXGina Rapacz is a 48 year old mother of 2 teenage daughters living in the Chicago suburbs. She recently had a liver transplant after hers failed and she lingered on the transplant list in Chicago for over a year. Her transplant was completed at Duke Medical Center in Durham, NC. She is now on her way to a healthier life with a new liver. See Transcript of this show below. Transcript Lita: [00:00:16] Hello and welcome to podcast DX. This show that brings you interviews with people just like you whose lives were forever changed by...

2018-04-0819 min

PodcastDX Kidney Transplant PodcastDXSee Transcription of this recording below pic. The first episode feature two kidney recipients. Rodney Fleming, a retired Fire Captain from downstate Illinois and his sister Danell Fleming Kreher, an RN (Registered Nurse). I first met this family in the winter of 2009/10 through a website called Matching Donors. Transcription PodcastDX Kidney Transplant Episode 1.mp3 Jean Marie [00:00:16] Hello and welcome to podcast DX. This show that brings you interviews with people just like you whose lives were forever changed by a diagnosis. Lita [00:00:26] I'm...

2018-03-3131 min