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
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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, ...
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...
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...
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.
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.
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...
In this episode of Butts & Guts, dietitian Julia Zumpano introduces the Cleveland Clinic Diet app, a groundbreaking mobile application designed to support sustainable lifestyle and dietary changes. Developed by the Cleveland Clinic, the app features content from doctors, nutritionists, and behavioral health specialists. Tune in to learn how this app can help you achieve your health goals, and take advantage of the free 7-day tr...
On this episode of Butts and Guts, Dr. Steele is joined by Dr. Emanuela Alvarenga, a colorectal surgeon at Cleveland Clinic Florida Tradition Hospital, to discuss obstructive defecation syndrome (ODS). Discover the different types of constipation, common symptoms, and the latest treatment options available.
At age 35, John Johnson believed he was in peak physical condition. As a runner, he trained diligently for the 2023 Cleveland Marathon. However, just a few weeks later, the young father received devastating news: he had been diagnosed with colorectal cancer. John joins Dr. Steele and his colorectal surgeon Dr. David Rosen on this episode of Butts & Guts to share his inspiring story, the warning signs he noticed, and advice he s...
What should you do if diet and exercise are not enough to lose weight? Should you jump straight to bariatric surgery or try a GLP-1 medication first? Natalie Larson, APRN, a nurse practitioner within the Bariatric and Metabolic Institute at Cleveland Clinic, shares more about the complexities of obesity, the treatment options available, and how to discover the path that's right for you on this episode of Butts & Guts.
Anthony Lembo, MD, a gastroenterologist and Director of Research for the Digestive Disease Institute at Cleveland Clinic, joins Butts & Guts to highlight the new Neurogastroenterology and Motility Center and explore the interaction between the nervous system and gastrointestinal tract. Listen to learn more about common symptoms of neuro-GI disorders, such as bloating, pain, constipation, and diarrhea, common triggers, and treat...
Is the low histamine diet right for everyone? Amanda Igel MS, RD, LD, a registered dietician at Cleveland Clinic, joins Dr. Steele on Butts & Guts to share more about what histamine is, how an intolerance impacts the digestive system, and the importance of working with a registered dietician to develop a personalized nutrition plan.
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