Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. Guest: Edward V. Loftus JR, M.D. Inflammatory Bowel Disease is somewhat of an umbrella term for a group of chronic inflammatory conditions of the GI tract. The most common types include ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s Disease. While there are similarities between the two, there are also differences. For many individuals…

Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. Guests: David H. Bruining, M.D., and Nayantara Coelho-Prabhu, M.B.B.S. An early diagnosis of inflammatory bowel disease is important in preventing long-term complications. Prompt treatment can improve quality of life, reduce the likelihood of hospitalizations, and help maintain remissions. However, establishing a diagnosis is often challenging due to the nonspecific and…

Host: Denise M. Dupras, M.D., Ph.D. Guest: Melissa Davis, Ph.D., Director of the Institute of Translational Genomic Medicine at Morehouse School of Medicine In this insightful episode, Dr. Melissa Davis delves into the profound influence of genetic ancestry on health outcomes and disparities. Her pioneering work in disparities genomics sheds light on how biological determinants…

Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. Guests: Jesse D. Bracamonte, D.O., Casey Martinez, Kiyan Heybati If you’re a physician, there are several events during your medical journey that you’ll always remember, receiving your letter of acceptance for medical school, medical school graduation and Match Day. For those of you who aren’t physicians, Match Day is a…

Host: Denise M. Dupras, M.D., Ph.D. Guest: John R. Giudicessi, M.D., Ph.D. Dr. Giudicessi, a leader in cardiovascular genetics and gene therapy research, discusses the latest advancements in understanding and treating genetic arrhythmias and cardiomyopathies. This episode provides a comprehensive look at how genetics is revolutionizing cardiovascular care, empowering physicians to offer more precise, patient-centered…

Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. Guest: John W. Wilson, M.D. Tuberculosis remains a significant health concern. Globally, in 2023, an estimated 10 million individuals developed active tuberculosis and over one million died of the disease. In the U.S., just under 10, 000 individuals in the U.S. were diagnosed with TB, representing an increase over 2022….

Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. Guests: Mary Lang; Caroline M. Gearin; Nick R. Winder, SPT Students in the various fields of medicine deal with a variety of stresses. Perhaps one of the biggest stresses is getting accepted into their respective school to begin their training. Once enrolled, they’re then provided a large amount of information…

Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. Guest: Robert L. Scott, M.D., Ph.D. Pulmonary hypertension is an important medical condition and often underrecognized in primary care. It has a variety of causes, and its most common presenting symptom is dyspnea. As primary care clinicians, we often see patients with symptoms of dyspnea and pulmonary hypertension is not…

Host: Denise M. Dupras, M.D., Ph.D. Guest: Jewel J. Samadder, M.D., Gastroenterologist and Professor, Mayo Clinic In this episode of Mayo Clinic Talks, Dr. Denise Dupras interviews Dr. Jewel Samadder about colon cancer, with a focus on how genetics and family history influence cancer risk and screening strategies. Dr. Samadder emphasizes empowering primary care providers…

Host: Danielle O’Laughlin, PA-C, MS and Jenna Wygant, APRN, CNP, DNP Guest: Nicole Callahan, APRN, CNP, MS In this episode, along with guest Nicole Callahan, APRN, CNP, MS, we explore reproductive health challenges. Starting with the different types of miscarriage—identifying their unique anatomic changes, symptoms, and outcomes. We will cover the basics of both female…