Hosts: Sanj Kakar, M.D. and Dawn Marie R. Davis, M.D. Guests: Sophie J. Bakri, M.D., Amy S. Oxentenko, M.D. and Charanjit S. Rihal, M.D. Healthcare takes a village, not only to care for patients, but also to maximize one’s potential as a physician. On today’s podcast, we will discuss the importance of mentorship and sponsorship…

Hosts: Sanj Kakar, M.D. and Dawn Marie R. Davis, M.D. Guests: Sophie J. Bakri, M.D., Amy S. Oxentenko, M.D. and Charanjit S. Rihal, M.D. Healthcare takes a village, not only to care for patients, but also to maximize one’s potential as a physician. On today’s podcast, we will discuss the importance of mentorship and sponsorship…

Hosts: Sanj Kakar, M.D. and Dawn Marie R. Davis, M.D. Guests: Deborah J. Lightner, M.D. and Edward T. Creagan, M.D. A career in medicine is rewarding and challenging. It is imperative physicians are prepared to transition to life beyond medicine as they consider retirement.  In this episode of our series, «Life as a Physician», we…

Hosts: Sanj Kakar, M.D. and Dawn Marie R. Davis, M.D. Guests: Deborah J. Lightner, M.D. and Edward T. Creagan, M.D. A career in medicine is rewarding and challenging. It is imperative physicians are prepared to transition to life beyond medicine as they consider retirement.  In this episode of our series, «Life as a Physician», we…

Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. (@ChutkaMD) Guest: Jacob K. Dey, M.D. Bell’s Palsy typically causes acute unilateral weakness of the facial muscles. Although it can occur at any age, Its most common in middle age and older adults. It tends to occur more often in females, especially during pregnancy. Although most cases resolve with time,…

Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. Guest: Scott D. Eggers, M.D.  Today, we’re airing a popular episode from Season 2 of Mayo Clinic Talks!  Happy Holidays! The complaint of dizziness is a common symptom our patients experience. It has a variety of causes; fortunately, most of them are benign. Despite the fact we frequently see patients…

Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. (@ChutkaMD) Guest: Jana Al Hashash, M.D., M.S. Crohn’s Disease is an inflammatory bowel disease, but on occasion, it can involve much more than the bowel. The disease can affect any part of the digestive tract, from the mouth to the anus. It’s estimated that more than half a million people…

Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. Guest: Aaron M. Potretzke, M.D. Today, we’re airing a popular episode from Season 2 of Mayo Clinic Talks!  Happy Holidays! Microscopic hematuria, and less commonly gross hematuria, are conditions commonly seen by the primary care provider. Malignancy is the most ominous cause of hematuria. Fortunately, other causes are much more…

Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. Guest: Terry D. Schneekloth, M.D. According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, there’s a significant increase in alcohol consumption during holidays. Christmas and New Years are times of celebration and alcohol use is often part of that celebration. Binge drinking is common, and this can result in…

Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. Guest: Mark A. Frye, M.D. For many, the holidays are a time for happiness and connecting with family and friends. It’s often a time of celebration. But for some, it can be a time of increased stress, anxiety and sadness. In some cases, our good health habits such as eating…