Charles Landefeld
MD, author of Screening for Thyroid Cancer: US Preventive Services Task Force Recommendation Statement. General internist and geriatrician, chair of the Department of Medicine at the University of Alabama at Birmingham.
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May 9, 2017 • 17min
Screening for Thyroid Cancer
Charles Landefeld, MD, a general internist and geriatrician, discusses essential insights on thyroid cancer screening. He explains why routine screenings for asymptomatic adults are not recommended despite rising diagnosis rates. Landefeld highlights diagnostic strategies versus routine assessments and reviews treatment options, including the risks of surgery. He also shares lessons from South Korea's experience in screening practices, emphasizing the need for clear communication and ongoing research in this complex field.
