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MedEvidence! Truth Behind the Data
Welcome to the MedEvidence! podcast, hosted by Dr. Michael Koren. MedEvidence, where we help you navigate the real truth behind medical research with both a clinical and research perspective. In this podcast, we will discuss with physicians with extensive experience in patient care and research. How do you know that something works? In medicine, we conduct clinical trials to see if things work! Now, let's get to the Truth Behind the Data. Contact us at www.MedEvidence.com
Episodes
358 episodes
Learning About the Great Unlearning (Alzheimer's)
Dr. Reza Bolouri, a memory expert, joins Dr. Michael Koren to discuss Alzheimer’s, what it is, the risks, how it differs from other forms of dementia. The doctors also explore how treatment of dementia has evolved and progressed over the years ...
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Episode 345
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28:09
Columbus Controversy
Dr. Koren joins Kevin Geddings to discuss the controversy surrounding Christopher Columbus and how perceptions have changed over time. The doctor explains that some view Columbus as a hero while others recognize him as a flawed figure whose act...
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Episode 344
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8:32
What Makes for a Good Doctor? Part 2
Dr. David Joseph rejoins Dr. Michael Koren for part 2 of his journey from reluctant med student to medical consultant, inventor, and artist. In this section, Dr. Joseph talks about the difficulties in navigating our current, disjointed, and oft...
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Episode 343
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25:23
What Makes for a Good Doctor?
Dr. David Joseph joins Dr. Michael Koren in part 1 of this 2-part series to discuss his journey into the medical world - with myriad tangents and diversions along the way. Dr. Joseph explores his journey from scrappy teen entrepreneur and fresh...
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Episode 342
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30:37
Unpacking what Positive Headline Results Mean in a Repatha Study
Dr. Michael Koren joins Kevin Geddings to discuss the positive headline results from a clinical study on the cholesterol medication Repatha. Dr. Koren explains what "headline results" are and how they differ from results presented in a full sci...
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Episode 341
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Finding Commonality Through Medical Communication
Christy Kestner, PhD, joins Erich Schramm, MD to discuss her journey from bench scientist to medical communicator. She talks about the importantce of spreading knowledge far and wide, particularly in the current era of massive misinformation. T...
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Episode 340
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30:43
Fascinating Flu Season Facts
Dr. Michael Koren joins Kevin Geddings in talking about the start of flu season and the benefits of getting a flu shot through the clinical trials process. The doctor explains that modern flu shot trials don't use a placebo, they compare two di...
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Episode 339
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Modern Psychiatry Offers New Hope for Depression
Triple-board certified psychologist Dr. Heather Luing joins Dr. Erich Schramm to talk about depression. Major depressive disorder affects one in five Americans and ranks among the most disabling conditions worldwide. In spite of this, treatment...
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Episode 336
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Seeing the Difference Imaging Can Make in Medicine
Dr. Michael Koren joins Kevin Geddings to discuss the pivotal role imaging has played in diagnosis and understanding of various diseases. Dr. Koren notes that before the science of imaging, the only way to see what was going on inside the body ...
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Episode 335
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A Physician Leader's Journey Through Practice and Pandemic
Dr. Michael Myers joins Dr. Michael Koren for an interview about his physician journey from medical school to private practice, healthcare administration, health consulting, teaching, and writing. Dr. Myers talks about his serendipitous journey...
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Episode 334
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Latest Advances in Alzheimer's Research and Treatment
Dr. Michael Koren joins Kevin Geddings to share insights from his recent meeting with Alzheimer's expert Dr. Reza Bolouri. The doctor highlights advances in understanding the disease's progression, mechanisms, and treatment options. This progre...
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Episode 333
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The New Truth About Triglycerides
Join Cardiologist Dr. Michael Koren as he speaks in front of a live audience to break down the truth about triglycerides. Triglycerides are a type of fat in our blood that acts as an energy source for the body, but high levels can have serious ...
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Episode 332
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Reasonable Precautions Make Safe Patients
Dr. Michael Koren joins Kevin Geddings to discuss the importance of taking reasonable precautions for health and safety. He recounts his experience at a recent Jacksonville Jaguars football game, which was delayed out of an abundance of caution...
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Episode 331
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Evidence and Ethics in Healthcare Research with Dr. Zeke Emanuel Part 2 Ep 330
The conversation between Dr. Michael Koren and Dr. Zeke Emanuel continues in part 2. Bioethicist Zeke Emanuel dives into the unethical Tuskeegee study and landmark Belmont Report in 1979 and how many safeguards to clinical research are currentl...
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Episode 330
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28:07
Progress in Lipoprotein(a) Makes a Big Splash at the European Society of Cardiology Ep. 329
Dr. Michael Koren joins Kevin Geddings to report live from Madrid on new developments being presented at the European Society of Cardiology meeting. This medical gathering, now the world's largest, is a showcase of developments in heart health ...
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Episode 329
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The Protean Manifestations of Obesity Ep. 328
Proteus was a Greek sea god who could change his form, much like obesity is able to in the body. Doctors Michael Koren, Victoria Helow, and Michael Bernhardt come together in front of a live audience for a discussion on the myriad effects obesi...
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Episode 328
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35:19
Evidence and Ethics in Healthcare Research with Dr. Zeke Emanuel Part 1 Ep 327
Dr. Michael Koren is joined by Dr. Ezekiel "Zeke" Emanuel, an oncologist, bioethicist, and former White House advisor. Dr. Emanuel talks about his enduring interest in bioethics and the importance of ethics in areas like clinical research. The ...
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Episode 327
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The Generational Gains in the Clinical Research Experience Ep. 326
Dr. Michael Koren joins Kevin Geddings to wax nostalgic about the past generation and what has changed for the better and for the worse. They note that there have been improvements in areas like food, but that air travel and the healthcare expe...
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Episode 326
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Looking Into Breast Imaging, Part 2 Ep. 325
Radiologist Sue Jane Grosso-Rivas, MD joins cardiologist and clinical researcher Michael J. Koren, MD for Part Two of her Master's Series on breast imaging.Dr. Grosso-Rivas talks about some of the complications that can occur during imag...
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Episode 325
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31:07
Why Does Context Matter with Coronary Calcium, Cholesterol, and Cardiovascular Checks? Ep. 324
Dr. Michael Koren joins Kevin Geddings to explain how having a conversation with a medical professional who is tuned into your personal situation can help you understand the confusing and sometimes counterintuitive world of medical information....
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Politics Interfere With The Next Generation of Vaccines Beyond mRNA Ep.323
Dr. Michael Koren Joins Kevin Geddings to discuss how the current political situation in Washington, D.C. is interfering with clinical research. They discuss the Vaxart trial, that is looking at the next generation of oral COVID vaccines, and h...
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Episode 323
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10:14
Looking Into Breast Imaging, Part 1 Ep. 322
Radiologist Sue Jane Grosso-Rivas, MD joins cardiologist and clinical researcher Michael J. Koren, MD to share her inspiring journey from aspiring secretary to Medical Co-Director of Breast Imaging at Summit Health. The doctoral duo discuss how...
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Episode 322
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45:56
🎙Getting to the Root of Psoriasis Ep. 321
Dermatologist Dr. Kristen Stewart digs deep to get to the root of psoriasis, a skin condition that affects approximately 3% of Americans. She talks about the role of systemic inflammation and how excessive inflammation can impact multiple body ...
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Episode 321
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