Mayo Clinic Talks

Diet's impact on cardiovascular disease and the problems with the standard American diet (SAD) are discussed. Recommendations for improving diet include adding healthy foods like fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and fish. The effects of alcohol on cardiovascular health and the risks and benefits are also explored. The speakers promote a book on living a healthy lifestyle, emphasizing its practicality and relevance for different age groups.

Jad Sfeir, an osteoporosis expert, discusses the importance of early detection of osteoporosis and the available treatment options. Topics include the prevalence of osteoporosis in women, the economic burden of hip fractures, simple screening tests, and the pathophysiology of osteoporosis. The podcast also covers bone density changes with age, interpreting bone mineral density results, risk stratification, and fracture prevention.

Dr. Karen Meagher, assistant professor in the Biomedical Ethics, discusses the ethical considerations in genetic testing. They explore the challenges of communicating genetic probabilities, the implications of genetic information, and the limitations of genetic testing technologies. The episode also touches upon the impact on insurance coverage, discrimination, and healthcare disparities.

Pulmonologist Sumedh S. Hoskote discusses the challenges of diagnosing chronic coughs, exploring potential triggers like smoking, asthma, and GERD. They highlight the importance of comprehensive evaluations and treatment strategies for patients with unexplained chronic coughs.

Endocrinologist and bone specialist, Dr. Daniel L. Hurley, discusses the importance of calcium and vitamin D for bone health. Topics include dietary sources of calcium, the superiority of dietary calcium over supplements, and the need for supplemental calcium and/or vitamin D. The podcast also covers recommended daily intake of calcium, the role of vitamin D in bone health, and the safety and dosage of vitamin D supplements.

Host: Denise M. Dupras, M.D., Ph.D. Guest: Richard Presutti, D.O. With the rapid changing field of genetic testing, a common question we receive from primary care providers is, “where do I start”? Well, it’s all in the family… history, that is. During this episode of Genes & Your Health, learn more about the importance of family history, what it can tell us, and different criteria to look for. This episode features Richard Presutti, D.O., an assistant professor and chair of the Department of Family Medicine for Mayo Clinic in Florida, and a co-director of Genomics in Action for Mayo Clinic’s Center for Individualized Medicine. Connect with the Mayo Clinic’s School of Continuous Professional Development online at https://ce.mayo.edu/ or on Twitter @MayoMedEd. 

Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. [@chutkaMD] Guest: Daniel L. Hurley, M.D. We now have a variety of pharmacologic options for treating osteoporosis which are effective in increasing bone density, but more importantly decreasing the risk of fractures. However, rather than treating osteoporosis, what advice can we give our patients that will help prevent loss of bone mass and hopefully prevent osteoporosis. Do we know what it takes to build strong, healthy bones? Which nutrients are important for bone development? What role does exercise play and what type of exercise should we be recommending? I’ll be asking these questions and more to our guest, Daniel L. Hurley, M.D., an endocrinologist at the Mayo Clinic as we discuss “Bone Basics and Tips for Good Bone Health”. https://www.usdairy.com/about-us/national-dairy-council Connect with the Mayo Clinic’s School of Continuous Professional Development online at https://ce.mayo.edu/ or on Twitter @MayoMedEd. 

Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. [@chutkaMD] Guest: Rekha Mankad, M.D. Mitral valve disorders are extremely common, one of the most common is mitral valve prolapse. The majority of these patients live their life without symptoms, but some go on to develop significant mitral regurgitation or less likely, mitral stenosis. How can we recognize mitral valve disease and what’s recommended to confirm a diagnosis? How should these patients be followed? Do they need a lifetime of cardiac imaging? When is a cardiologist needed to help manage these patients? In this podcast, we’ll discuss these questions and more with cardiologist Rekha Mankad, M.D., a cardiologist from the Mayo Clinic. Connect with the Mayo Clinic’s School of Continuous Professional Development online at https://ce.mayo.edu/ or on Twitter @MayoMedEd. 

Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. [@chutkaMD] Guest: Rekha Mankad, M.D. It’s estimated that between 2% and 3% of the population has some form of valvular heart disease and this increases with age. Most of these patients are initially cared for by primary care providers. Most valvular disease deaths are due to disease of the aortic valve and it’s important to recognize these patients early in order to assess for progression and the need for surgical intervention. What are the presenting symptoms of aortic valve disease? What’s the best way to manage and follow these patients and when should a cardiologist and cardiac surgeon become involved in the care of the patient? In this podcast, we’ll discuss these questions and more with cardiologist Rekha Mankad, M.D., from the Mayo Clinic. Connect with the Mayo Clinic’s School of Continuous Professional Development online at https://ce.mayo.edu/ or on Twitter @MayoMedEd. 

Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. [@chutkaMD] Guest: Siobhan Pittock, M.B., B. Ch Thyroid hormone plays an important role in metabolism of adults. It plays an even more important role in children. Undiagnosed hypothyroidism in children not only impairs metabolism but can result in stunted physical growth and impaired cognitive development. Congenital hypothyroidism is one of the most common causes of intellectual disability. This may present as poor performance or behavior problems in school. It can also be associated with hearing and language development. The topic for this podcast is “Thyroid Hormone and Brain Development in Children” and my guest is Siobhan Pittock, M.B., B. Ch, a pediatric endocrinologist from the Mayo Clinic. We’ll discuss how thyroid hormone affects brain development, the causes of hypothyroidism in a fetus or newborn and whether brain damage from hypothyroidism in childhood is reversible. https://www.usdairy.com/about-us/national-dairy-council Connect with the Mayo Clinic’s School of Continuous Professional Development online at https://ce.mayo.edu/ or on Twitter @MayoMedEd.