In this conversation, Astra Mathis shares her personal journey with thyroid nodules and her experience with nanosecond pulsed field ablation (nsPFA). The discussion covers the symptoms, diagnosis, and the decision-making process for choosing non-surgical options over traditional thyroidectomy. Astra details the procedure itself, her recovery, and the significant reduction in her nodule size, emphasizing the benefits of nsPFA. The conversation concludes with Astra offering advice to others considering similar treatments and reflecting on her overall experience.
Chapters
00:00 Astra's Thyroid Journey Begins
03:52 Symptoms and Diagnosis
06:34 Exploring Treatment Options
09:24 Choosing Non-Surgical Procedures
11:58 The NSPFA Procedure Explained
14:32 Patient Experience During NSPFA
16:52 Post-Procedure Reflections
18:41 Navigating Recovery After RFA Procedures
21:31 Understanding Nodule Reduction and Patient Experiences
24:56 Follow-Up Appointments and Long-Term Monitoring
27:11 Recommendations for Potential Patients
29:05 The Interconnectedness of Thyroid and Hormonal Health
31:02 Surprises and Insights from the Procedure
34:45 Final Thoughts and Future Considerations
35:24 Navigating Thyroid Health and Community Support
Watch my interview with Dr. Ralph Tufano on nsPFA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ihkp3tmLqXI
Connect with Dr. Ralph P. Tufano:
https://firstphysiciansgroup.com/doctors/tufano-ralph-p-md/
Learn more about nsPFA:
www.pulsebiosciences.com/patients
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