Butts & Guts: A Cleveland Clinic Digestive Health Podcast

Butts & Guts: A Cleveland Clinic Digestive Health Podcast

A Cleveland Clinic podcast exploring your digestive and surgical health from end to end. You’ll learn how to have the best digestive health possible from your gall bladder to your liver and more from our host, Colorectal Surgeon and President of the Main Campus Submarket Scott Steele, MD.

Episodes

September 23, 2025 15 mins

What is chronic acid reflux, or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and what causes it? Join Cleveland Clinic Florida gastroenterologist Jeffrey Steiner, MD, as he discusses, causes, symptoms, treatment options, prevention and the risks of leaving chronic acid reflux untreated.

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Food Fear in patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) can lead to poor nutrition, restrictive eating, worsened gut health, stress and anxiety. Madison Simons, PsyD, a gastrointestinal (GI) psychologist for the Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition at Cleveland Clinic, joins the Butts & Guts podcast to explore food fear, why it happens to IBD patients and ways it can be managed.

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Daphne Spyropoulos, PhD, a gastrointestinal (GI) psychologist in the Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition at Cleveland Clinic, joins this episode of the Butts and Guts podcast to discuss the psychological impacts of having GI disorders, particularly those unique to women. Listen to learn why women are at a higher risk of mental health issues when it comes their digestive conditions.

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August 26, 2025 15 mins

Dr. Ajaratu (AJ) Keshinro, colorectal surgeon at Cleveland Clinic, joins this episode of Butts & Guts to share updates in immunotherapy as a treatment for colorectal cancer. She discusses how these treatments reactivate the immune system against cancer cells and what sets them apart from other cancer treatments. Join us to get the scoop on the latest research and what it means for the future of immunotherapy.

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August 12, 2025 16 mins

Dr. Shreya Gupta, a colorectal surgeon for Cleveland Clinic’s Digestive Disease Institute, joins the Butts and Guts podcast to discuss hemorrhoids. Explore the symptoms, diagnosis and current treatment options for this condition and learn how diet and lifestyle modifications can greatly reduce the likelihood of having hemorrhoids.

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July 29, 2025 18 mins

On this episode of Butts & Guts, Mayank Roy, gastrointestinal surgeon, surgical director of the Pancreas Center, and program director of Education & Robotic Surgery at the Digestive Disease Institute (DDI) at Cleveland Clinic Florida, explores pancreatic neuroendocrine tumor (pancreatic NETs). Listen in to learn how pancreatic NETs differ from other types of pancreatic cancer.

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Dr. Benjamin Cohen is the co-section head and clinical director for Inflammatory Bowel Disease in the Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition at Cleveland Clinic. He joins this episode of the Butts and Guts podcast to share updates in advanced therapies to treat inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Learn how these treatments are improving outcomes for IBD patients.

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On this episode of Butts & Guts, Cleveland Clinic colorectal surgeon, Haniee Chung, MD, discusses current treatment options for recurrent colorectal cancer. Dr. Chung also explores the factors that influence the likelihood of colorectal cancer returning.

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June 17, 2025 19 mins

On this episode of Butts and Guts, Dr. Steele sits down with Kendra Weekley, RD, registered dietitian at Cleveland Clinic, to explore the latest research surrounding optimal nutrition for gut health. They also discuss the influence our gut microbiome has on brain function, mood regulation, immune system strength and more!

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Jessica Woodford, PhD, is a clinical psychologist in the Department of Colorectal Surgery at Cleveland Clinic. She joins this episode of the Butts and Guts podcast to discuss the emotional impacts of living with a stoma. Listen to learn more about the importance of mental health care for stoma patients, as well as the programs Cleveland Clinic offers to provide emotional support. 

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May 20, 2025 18 mins

Due to the rising rates of obesity and diabetes, about 30% of the population now has nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, now known as MASLD (Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease). Dr. Sobia Laique, gastroenterologist and transplant hepatologist at Cleveland Clinic, joins Butts and Guts to discuss this disease along with exciting new advances in treatment and management of the condition.

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May 6, 2025 20 mins

Dr. Jacob Kurowski, a pediatric gastroenterologist for Cleveland Clinic Children’s, joins the Butts & Guts podcast to discuss juvenile polyposis syndrome (JPS), a genetic disorder causing polyps in the digestive tract. Explore the symptoms, diagnosis and current treatment options for JPS and learn why ongoing monitoring (from childhood through adulthood) is crucial to keeping this condition under control.

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April 22, 2025 21 mins

Is metabolic and bariatric surgery right for you? On this episode of Butts & Guts, Cleveland Clinic general surgeon, Dr. Rickesha Wilson, discusses current surgical options for health and weight improvement. Listen in to learn what to expect before, during and after these weightless procedures.

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April 8, 2025 14 mins

Join Cleveland Clinic colorectal surgeon Dr. Olga Lavryk, MD, as she discusses J-Pouch and redo J-Pouch surgery. This reconstructive procedure allows normal bowel movements for patients who have had their whole colon removed due to serious disease. Join this episode of Butts & Guts to learn about the benefits, side effects and risks associated with J-Pouch and redo J-Pouch surgery.

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March 18, 2025 16 mins

On this episode of Butts and Guts, Cleveland Clinic gastroenterologist Dr. Christine Lee breaks down everything you need to know about preparing for a colonoscopy. This important screening doesn't have to be intimidating. Dr. Lee walks you through the entire process with clear explanations and will put your mind at ease. Whether you're scheduled for your first colonoscopy or looking for ways to make your next one easier, ...

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March 11, 2025 16 mins

Dr. Gloria Gonzalez, a renowned pediatric general surgeon and leader of the surgical oncology practice at Cleveland Clinic Children's, joins Butts & Guts to discuss pediatric hepatoblastoma, a rare liver cancer impacting around 500 children each year. Discover the origins of this disease, explore the latest treatment options, and hear about groundbreaking innovations that give hope and healthier futures to kids facing this...

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February 25, 2025 17 mins

Pelvic floor physical therapy is a comprehensive approach to addressing issues related to the pelvic floor, including incontinence, sexual dysfunction, pelvic pain, constipation, and more. Erika Lydon, PT, DPT, a pelvic floor physical therapist at the Rehab & Sports Therapy Neurological Institute at Cleveland Clinic joins this episode of Butts & Guts to share more about how physical therapy can help those looking to build o...

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February 11, 2025 16 mins

Should everyone live a gluten-free lifestyle?  Tune in to this episode of Butts & Guts as Cleveland Clinic gastroenterologist Dr. Claire Jansson-Knodell dives into the world of celiac disease. Discover the key differences between celiac disease and non-celiac gluten sensitivity, understand the body's autoimmune response to gluten, and get the scoop on the latest research and potential new treatments.

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January 28, 2025 18 mins

Join Cleveland Clinic Florida general surgeon Dr. Eric Owings, MD, as he discusses hernia symptoms, severity, and diagnosis. Plus, learn about larger and more complex hernias of the abdominal wall and cutting-edge advancements in treatment.

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On this episode of Butts & Guts, Dr. Steele is joined by Senthilkumar Sankararaman, MD, a pediatric gastroenterologist and Co-Director of Intestinal Rehab and Pediatric Nutritional Support at Cleveland Clinic Children's. Dr. Sankararaman tackles the pressing questions and challenges parents face in raising healthy kids. From common nutritional issues to vital nutrients and strategies for managing picky eaters, this episode...

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