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Save Your Thyroid with Jennifer Holkem

Jennifer Holkem

Thyroid nodules impact 70 percent of adults in their lifetime. The standard of care is surgical removal of half or all of the gland. But in recent years, nonsurgical treatment options have become available. Hi, my name is Jennifer Holkem and I advocate for fellow patients suffering with this very common condition. I sit down with patients and physicians and discuss life with thyroid nodules, the journey from diagnosis to treatment, and how to save your thyroid through nonsurgical advances in

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24:41

Thyroid Laser ablation: Becki's experience

Save Your Thyroid with Jennifer Holkem ·

2023/03/09

Please subscribe to this podcast and support my advocacy: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/itsmejenagain/subscribeThis video was originally published on YouTube on 8/30/22.Becki underwent percutaneous laser ablation treatment to shrink her largest thyroid nodule. Newly available in the United States, laser ablation shrinks thyroid nodules without surgery. Because of this heat based, NONSURGICAL procedure, Becki was able to save her thyroid and preserve its natural function. Becki's laser

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Thyroid RFA in BROOKLYN NY: Dr. Saka Kazeem

Save Your Thyroid with Jennifer Holkem ·

2023/03/09

Please subscribe to this podcast and support my advocacy: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/itsmejenagain/subscribeThis video was originally published on YouTube on 5/31/22.In addition to being prepared for RFA through many years of experience with ultrasound and fine needle aspirations, Dr. Saka Kazeem also participated in RFA training in both Italy and Brazil. He offers a great deal of experience and dedication in the field of interventional endocrinology. Dr. Kazeem's website:

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26:50

Thyroid laser ablation and other options in...

Save Your Thyroid with Jennifer Holkem ·

2023/03/09

Please subscribe to this podcast and support my advocacy: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/itsmejenagain/subscribeThis video was originally published on YouTube on 5/24/22.After struggling with his own thyroid problem, Dr. Iftikhar Malik grew very passionate about helping patients with their thyroid health. He is one of a select few physicians in the United States offering 3 different minimally invasive procedures for thyroid nodules: laser, RFA, and PEI. Today, we will primarily discuss

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24:24

Laser Ablation in MIAMI: Dr. Alex Manzano

Save Your Thyroid with Jennifer Holkem ·

2023/03/09

This video was originally published on YouTube on 5/17/22.Dr. Alex Manzano, based in Miami, Florida learned about interventional thyroid procedures during his fellowship training. Today, he shares with us his experience helping patients avoid unnecessary surgeries and how insurance coverage is now available for the laser ablation procedure used to shrink thyroid nodules. Dr. Alex Manzano's website: www.mde.care Follow Dr. Manzano on IG: https://www.instagram.com/miamiendocrinologists/ Follow Dr

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The Save Your Thyroid Nonprofit (9): Dr. Keith Forwith

Save Your Thyroid with Jennifer Holkem ·

2023/03/09

This video was originally published on YouTube on 5/10/22.In this interview segment, I mention our intention of incorporating our FB community into a nonprofit organization.Dr. Forwith's LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-forwith-a294a851/Dr. Forwith's practice: https://www.advancedentandallergy.com/providers/our-physicians/keith-d-forwith-ph-d-m-d/Dr. Forwith's website: https://thyroid.doctor/Dr. Forwith's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/entallergydoc1Disclaimer: None of

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Thyroid RFA and Surgery Combo (8): Dr. Keith Forwith

Save Your Thyroid with Jennifer Holkem ·

2023/03/09

This video was originally published on YouTube on 5/10/22.In this interview segment, Dr. Keith Forwith discusses the possibility of using a combination of thyroid RFA and surgery in certain cases.Dr. Forwith's LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-forwith-a294a851/Dr. Forwith's practice: https://www.advancedentandallergy.com/providers/our-physicians/keith-d-forwith-ph-d-m-d/Dr. Forwith's website: https://thyroid.doctor/Dr. Forwith's YouTube channel:

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Scenarios of Thyroid Cancer Treatment (7): Dr. Keith...

Save Your Thyroid with Jennifer Holkem ·

2023/03/09

This video was originally published on YouTube on 5/10/22.In this interview segment, Dr. Keith Forwith discusses a few possible treatment scenarios of thyroid cancer.Dr. Forwith's LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-forwith-a294a851/Dr. Forwith's practice: https://www.advancedentandallergy.com/providers/our-physicians/keith-d-forwith-ph-d-m-d/Dr. Forwith's website: https://thyroid.doctor/Dr. Forwith's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/entallergydoc1Disclaimer: None of the

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RFA for Thyroid Cancer Recurrences (6): Dr. Keith...

Save Your Thyroid with Jennifer Holkem ·

2023/03/09

This video was originally published on YouTube on 5/10/22.In this interview segment, Dr. Keith Forwith discusses when RFA is an appropriate treatment for thyroid cancer recurrences.Dr. Forwith's LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-forwith-a294a851/Dr. Forwith's practice: https://www.advancedentandallergy.com/providers/our-physicians/keith-d-forwith-ph-d-m-d/Dr. Forwith's website: https://thyroid.doctor/Dr. Forwith's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/entallergydoc1Disclaimer:

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Data supporting RFA to treat Thyroid Cancer (5): Dr....

Save Your Thyroid with Jennifer Holkem ·

2023/03/09

This video was originally published on YouTube on 5/10/22.In this interview segment, Dr. Keith Forwith discusses the data that we currently have on the efficacy of RFA treatment for thyroid cancer.Dr. Forwith's LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-forwith-a294a851/Dr. Forwith's practice: https://www.advancedentandallergy.com/providers/our-physicians/keith-d-forwith-ph-d-m-d/Dr. Forwith's website: https://thyroid.doctor/Dr. Forwith's YouTube channel:

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Is RFA Appropriate for Thyroid Cancer (4): Dr. Keith...

Save Your Thyroid with Jennifer Holkem ·

2023/03/09

This video was originally published on YouTube on 5/10/22.In this interview segment, Dr. Keith Forwith discusses the importance of biopsies and genetic testing in determining appropriate treatment for thyroid cancer.Dr. Forwith's LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-forwith-a294a851/Dr. Forwith's practice: https://www.advancedentandallergy.com/providers/our-physicians/keith-d-forwith-ph-d-m-d/Dr. Forwith's website: https://thyroid.doctor/Dr. Forwith's YouTube channel:

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Biopsy and Genetic Testing in Thyroid Cancer (3): Dr....

Save Your Thyroid with Jennifer Holkem ·

2023/03/09

This video was originally published on YouTube on 5/10/22.In this interview segment, Dr. Keith Forwith discusses some of the parameters for when RFA is an appropriate treatment for thyroid cancer.Dr. Forwith's LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-forwith-a294a851/Dr. Forwith's practice: https://www.advancedentandallergy.com/providers/our-physicians/keith-d-forwith-ph-d-m-d/Dr. Forwith's website: https://thyroid.doctor/Dr. Forwith's YouTube channel:

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13:51

Early Intervention in Thyroid Cancer (2): Dr. Keith...

Save Your Thyroid with Jennifer Holkem ·

2023/03/09

This video was originally published on YouTube on 5/10/22.In this interview segment, Dr. Keith Forwith discusses the importance of early intervention in thyroid cancer, how effective RFA is on small cancers, biopsy criteria, and contraindications for RFA treatment of thyroid cancer.Dr. Forwith's LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-forwith-a294a851/Dr. Forwith's practice: https://www.advancedentandallergy.com/providers/our-physicians/keith-d-forwith-ph-d-m-d/Dr. Forwith's website:

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RFA for Thyroid Cancer (1): Dr. Keith Forwith

Save Your Thyroid with Jennifer Holkem ·

2023/03/09

This video was originally published on YouTube on 5/10/22.Is thyroid RFA an appropriate treatment option for thyroid cancer? Its a topic that patients frequently ask about in our Facebook group. And unfortunately, answering patients' questions about this isn't totally straightforward or absolute. But today, Dr. Keith Forwith is going to help us better understand the nuances of thyroid cancer and choosing the appropriate treatment option. Dr. Forwith's LinkedIn page:

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23:59

Thyroid RFA in AUSTIN TX: Dr. Bridget Brady and Dr....

Save Your Thyroid with Jennifer Holkem ·

2023/03/09

This video was originally published on YouTube on 5/3/22.Surgeons who offer a nonsurgical treatment option for thyroid nodules? Its not crazy, even though it may sound as such! While initially slowed down by the pandemic, Dr. Brady and Dr. Sabra have recently seen a record number of patients seeking RFA treatment of thyroid nodules at their practice in Austin, Texas. Austin Thyroid and Parathyroid Surgeons: https://www.austinthyroidsurgeons.com/ Follow them on IG:

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25:24

Thyroid Laser ablation in NAPLES ITALY: Dr. Stefano...

Save Your Thyroid with Jennifer Holkem ·

2023/03/09

This video was originally published on YouTube on 3/15/22.Laser ablation for thyroid nodules is a newly available treatment option in the United States. It is similar to RFA in that it uses a tiny probe to ablate and shrink a thyroid nodule. Today's guest, Dr. Stefano Spiezia, is an expert on this technology and recently traveled to the US from Naples, Italy to conduct physician trainings across the country. Today, we'll learn more about the laser procedure and how it helps patients save their

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29:56

Treating Thyroid Cysts Without Surgery: Dr. Agustin...

Save Your Thyroid with Jennifer Holkem ·

2023/03/09

This video was originally published on YouTube on 3/8/22.In today's video, we're joined by Dr. Agustin Andrade of Miami, Florida, who's been doing PEI (percutaneous ethanol injection) for thyroid cysts with excellent results for over 2 decades. For many years, the standard of care for managing thyroid cysts was surgery. Dr. Andrade wants doctors to know there is an inexpensive and effective alternative treatment option that preserves the thyroid gland. Dr. Andrade is Chief of the Endocrinology

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Thyroid RFA in NORTH CAROLINA: Dr. Kirk Faust

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2023/03/09

This video was originally published on YouTube on 2/22/22.Meet Dr. Kirk Faust of Raleigh, North Carolina. He has been exclusively an endocrine surgeon for nearly 2 decades. He was intrigued to learn about how thyroid RFA could achieve similar goals to endoscopic thyroid surgery, in much simpler and less invasive way.Patient Education Site: http://endocrinesurgerync.com/ Contact Dr. Faust: 919-784-7874Disclaimer: None of the statements made in this or any other video by "Its me Jen again" should be

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Thyroid PEI and RFA in HOLLYWOOD FL: Dr. Allan Golding

Save Your Thyroid with Jennifer Holkem ·

2023/03/09

This video was originally published on YouTube on 3/1/22.From ethanol ablations (PEI) to radiofrequency ablation (RFA), Dr. Allan Golding practices what is called Interventional Endocrinology at his practice in Hollywood, Florida. Rather than using medication or surgery, Dr. Golding can address structural thyroid issues while preserving a patient's thyroid gland. Contact Dr. Allan Golding: https://www.mhs.net/physicians/g/golding-allan 954-265-0000, Ask for Cheryl CoraceDisclaimer: None of the

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Thyroid RFA in WISCONSIN: Dr. Robert Brebrick

Save Your Thyroid with Jennifer Holkem ·

2023/03/09

This video was originally published on YouTube on 2/15/22.Meet Dr. Robert Brebrick, a general surgeon who has taken on a nonsurgical approach to treating thyroid nodules in Wisconsin! In this interview, we'll discuss his perspective on how RFA is another way (and sometimes a better way!) to solve the problem of thyroid nodules.Dr. Robert Brebrick: Wassau, Wisconsin Surgical Associates Wassau715-847-2022 1-888-278-3795https://sawisconsin.com/surgeons-providers/Disclaimer: None of the statements made

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Thyroid RFA in HARLINGEN TX: Dr. Henry Reinhart

Save Your Thyroid with Jennifer Holkem ·

2023/03/09

This video was originally published on YouTube on 2/8/22.Meet Dr. Henry Reinhart, a general surgeon who has taken on a nonsurgical approach to treating thyroid nodules in southern Texas! In this interview, we'll discuss what surgeons can offer and how thyroid RFA is the logical next step in treating thyroid nodules and cancers. Dr. Henry Reinhart: Harlingen, TX https://uthealthrgv.org/providers/henry-reinhart/1-833-UTRGVMD (1-833-887-4863) Disclaimer: None of the statements made in this or any other

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