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The Curbsiders Internal Medicine Podcast

#452 NAFLD/MASLD with Dr. Elliot Tapper

Sep 9, 2024
Dr. Elliot Tapper, an expert in Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) and Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASLD), shares valuable insights on managing these conditions. He discusses the significance of lifestyle modifications and the latest treatment options, including new FDA-approved medications and GLP-1 agonists. The conversation highlights the importance of accurate liver diagnostics, using innovative tools like imaging and fibrotic scoring, and stresses the need for multidisciplinary approaches in patient care.
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  • Dr. Elliot Tapper emphasizes the importance of reclassifying metabolic dysfunction associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) for better patient education and awareness.
  • The podcast highlights lifestyle modifications, particularly weight loss, as crucial in managing MASLD, even minimal changes can positively impact liver health.

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Exciting Beginnings for 2024

As the new year unfolds, listeners are encouraged to explore additional content available through a Patreon subscription, which includes access to bonus episodes and an ad-free experience. The podcast hosts also introduce a light-hearted discussion around finding humorous liver-related puns, highlighting the more engaging aspects of discussing medical topics. Additionally, they set the stage for a focused episode on metabolic dysfunction associated steatotic liver disease, formerly known as fatty liver disease. This topic reflects a growing concern about liver health due to various factors including lifestyle and diet.

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