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May 12, 2025 • 5 mins
Dr. Shailee Shah, a neurologist at Northwestern Medicine, discusses multiple sclerosis (MS), a condition affecting nearly 1 million people in the U.S. Dr. Shah explains what MS is, its most common symptoms, and why eye problems are a significant indicator. She also advises when to see a doctor if MS is suspected, outlines the diagnostic process, and describes the treatment options available at Northwestern Medicine to manage the di...
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April 28, 2025 • 5 mins
Dr. Stepan explains chronic sinusitis, affecting over 28 million Americans annually. She covers symptoms like facial pain and nasal congestion, causes, risk factors, and treatment options, both surgical and nonsurgical. Dr. Stepan also advises on when to seek medical attention.
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April 28, 2025 • 5 mins
In recognition of Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Month, Dr. Stepan discusses the rising incidence of head and neck cancers. She explains the development of these cancers, their symptoms, and risk factors. Dr. Stepan also addresses prevention strategies and highlights the importance of early detection. She shares key takeaways for listeners and discusses the common types of head and neck cancers seen in her practice.
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March 8, 2025 • 5 mins
Dr. Ioannis Papagiannis, an endocrinologist at Northwestern Medicine, explains the role of the thyroid and discusses the two main types of thyroid disease: hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism. He outlines the symptoms of each condition and how they are diagnosed, as well as when it’s important to seek medical advice. Dr. Papagiannis also highlights the risk factors associated with thyroid disease.
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March 3, 2025 • 4 mins
Dr. Ioannis Papagiannis, an endocrinologist at Northwestern Medicine, discusses diabetes, which affects over 38 million people in the U.S. He explains the impact of diabetes on the body and the key differences between type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Dr. Papagiannis also highlights symptoms that suggest it's time to see a doctor and emphasizes lifestyle changes that can help prevent or delay type 2 diabetes.
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February 15, 2025 • 5 mins
Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the U.S., but understanding your risk can be life-saving. Dr. Priya Freaney from Northwestern Medicine sits down with Dani D to break down the first steps in assessing heart disease risk, what to do if you’re at high risk, and the latest treatment options available. Don’t miss this important conversation on taking charge of your heart health!
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February 10, 2025 • 5 mins
February is American Heart Month, and raising awareness about women's cardiovascular health is more important than ever. Dr. Priya Freaney, Cardiologist at Northwestern Medicine, joins Dani D to discuss how heart disease affects women differently than men, the unique symptoms they may experience, and key risk factors to watch for. Tune in to learn essential tips on maintaining a healthy heart and preventing heart disease.
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January 20, 2025 • 5 mins
Robin Rock chats with Dr. Pardieck, neurologist at Northwestern Medicine, to explain migraines. Learn the key differences between migraines and headaches, common triggers, and at-home remedies to ease migraine pain. Dr. Pardieck also discusses when it’s time to seek professional help and explores advanced treatment options, including the use of botulinum toxin. Don’t miss this enlightening conversation packed with practical advice ...
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January 6, 2025 • 5 mins
Robin Rock sits down with Dr. Pardieck, a neurologist at Northwestern Medicine, to uncover the mysteries of headaches. Discover what happens in your brain during a headache, the differences between tension, cluster, and migraine headaches, and what might be causing chronic headaches. Dr. Pardieck also shares insights on identifying headache triggers and offers practical advice on when to seek medical help. Tune in for expert tips a...
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December 4, 2024 • 4 mins
Dr. Irene Blanco, Professor of Medicine-Rheumatology and Director of Lupus Clinical Services at Northwestern Medicine, returns with Robin Rock to discuss Health Disparities in Autoimmune Disorders, Dr. Blanco's role of Co-Director for the Clinical Research Ethics and Equity Consultative Service, the latest research on addressing health disparities and adverse social determinants of health in rheumatology, diversification of the med...
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December 4, 2024 • 5 mins
Dr. Irene Blanco, Professor of Medicine-Rheumatology and Director of Lupus Clinical Services at Northwestern Medicine, joins Robin Rock to talk about Lupus, a general overview of the disease, symptoms, receiving a diagnosis, causes of Lupus, risk factors, how Lupus is treated and, most importantly, how to manage the disease.
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October 9, 2024 • 5 mins
Dr. George Chiampas, Assistant Professor in the Divisions of Emergency Medicine and Orthopaedic Surgery at Northwestern Medicine, is back with Robin Rock for a special Chicago Marathon interview. As the Chief Medical & Safety Officer of the Chicago Marathon since 2007, Dr. Chiampas talks about Northwestern Medicine's role and his part in the marathon, what the medical team looks like for about 50,000 runners, how runners can a...
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September 16, 2024 • 5 mins
Dr. Whitney Liddy, Otolaryngologist at Northwestern Medicine and Assistant Professor, Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery at Northwestern University, is back with Robin Rock to talk about sore throat, causes, common and lesser known symptoms, signs a sore throat may be tonsilitis and when someone should seek medical attention.
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September 2, 2024 • 5 mins
Dr. Whitney Liddy, Otolaryngologist at Northwestern Medicine and Assistant Professor, Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery at Northwestern University, joins Robin Rock to discuss thyroid nodules, prevelance, causes, symptoms that indicate thyroid nodules may be cancerous and what listeners should do if concerned about their thyroid nodules or possible thyroid cancer.
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August 19, 2024 • 5 mins
Dr. George Chiampas, Assistant Professor in the Divisions of Emergency Medicine and Orthopaedic Surgery at Northwestern Medicine, joins Robin Rock for a special U.S. Olympics interview. As the Chief Medical Officer for U.S. Soccer, Dr. Chiampas talks about the responsibilities of his role, how the team at Northwestern Medicine worked together in preparation for the 2024 Olympics and how this experience influences his work back in C...
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August 19, 2024 • 5 mins
Dr. Tatum Scarpato, Family Medicine Physician at Northwestern Medicine, is back with Mick Lee to talk about the importance of a Primary Care Provider, what they do, the different types of PCPs, things you should consider when choosing a PCP, advice on finding the right PCP and how to prepare for your first visit.
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August 5, 2024 • 5 mins
Dr. Tatum Scarpato, Family Medicine Physician at Northwestern Medicine, sits down with Mick Lee to discuss back to school physicals, the importance of annual physicals for growing children, following scheduled vaccinations and some can't miss advice for parents/guardians to keep kids healthy this school year.
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May 20, 2024 • 4 mins
Dr. Igor Koralnik, Chief of Neuro-infectious Disease and Global Neurology in the Department of Neurology at Northwestern Medicine, is back with Robin Rock to discuss infections that affect the brain (neuroinfectious diseases) including common neuroinfectious diseases; how they are contracted; what they do to the central nervous system; the importance of early intervention; common symptoms, diagnosis and treatment; and one key takea...
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May 6, 2024 • 5 mins
Dr. Igor Koralnik, Chief of Neuro-infectious Disease and Global Neurology in the Department of Neurology at Northwestern Medicine, joins Robin Rock to discuss Long COVID, a recent study at Northwestern Medicine's Neuro COVID-19 Clinic, who can have Long COVID, treatment options and advice for listeners experiencing Long COVID.
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April 22, 2024 • 5 mins
Dr. Sara Greenhill, Interventional Pulmonologist at Northwestern Medicine, is back with Robin Rock to discuss lung cancer, he different types of lung cancer, risk factors, when it is time to see a doctor, treatment and one key takeaway for the listeners.
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