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Mayo Clinic Talks is a weekly podcast show for healthcare professionals in primary care and all specialties. Podcasting offers succinct, relevant, accessible, and practical medical information which is useful for the primary care professional. The episodes in this course reflect commonly seen health problems in a primary care practice and other topics of interest. Mayo Clinic professionals from numerous medical specialties join as podcast guests covering an extremely wide variety of pertinent medical topics. Each podcast is succinct, kept to 20-30 minutes, allowing the busy healthcare professional to obtain useful information efficiently. Listen to the episode on the specific episode page or by using your favorite podcast app.
Guest: Andrea Hayden MS, RSCC | The Human Optimization Project: Exercise Simplified | Essential Components of the Ideal Workout PlanMarch 6, 2025 Host: Christopher L. Camp, M.D. The amount of “exercise” information, recommendations, plans, and opinions out there is greater than it’s ever been. Although our increasing knowledge is generally helpful, it’s easy to get lost in the rapidly evolving sea of information. This is particularly true because much of the information we hear is contradictory, and many people claim to have the perfect (and only) answer for us. Our goal for today is to help you cut through all of this noise and focus on what you really need to know to establish a successful workout routine for yourself. The three big questions we will tackle in this episode are: 2) How do I make sense of all the exercise recommendations out there? 3) What do I need to do to create an ideal exercise routine for my needs? To help us answer these questions, my guest today is the Head Sports Performance Coach for the Minnesota Lynx WNBA Basketball Team, Andrea Hayden MS, RSCC. Learn more about The Human Optimization Project: Mayo Clinic Talks: Human Optimization | Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development |
Guest: Christopher L. Camp, M.D. | The Human Optimization Project: The Challenging but Achievable Quest for Accomplishing More While Also Improving WellnessMarch 4, 2025 Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. Being a healthcare clinician is an extremely rewarding occupation, but it can be stressful. Every year, we’re asked to do more and more, the patients seem to get more challenging, and we get less time to spend with each one. A significant number of clinicians report emotional and psychological distress, and burnout remains a major problem in healthcare providers. This increased stress and pressure is not just unique to physicians, and these struggles are common for all of us, regardless of career or position. How do we remain in an optimally functioning state? Does our physical health affect our cognitive function? Given the obstacles we face, how do we continue to achieve joy and happiness in our work and our life while continue to meet the ever-growing demands of the world? These are questions my guest is hoping to answer in a project he’s about to undertake on “Human Optimization”. My guest for this podcast is Christopher L. Camp, M.D., an orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist at the Mayo Clinic. We’re going to discuss his project and why he decided to tackle this important topic. Learn more about The Human Optimization Project: Mayo Clinic Talks: Human Optimization Project | Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development |
Guest: Carrie L. Langstraat, M.D. | The Evaluation and Management of Adnexal MassesFebruary 25, 2025 Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. It’s estimated that up to 10% of women in the U.S. will develop an adnexal mass at some point in their life. Whereas most adnexal masses are gynecologic in origin, they may also represent disease of the urinary or GI system. Although adnexal masses may produce symptoms, when present, they tend to be subtle and non-specific. What questions should we be asking our patients with an adnexal mass to help determine its cause? What components of the physical exam may be useful in the evaluation and what tests should we order to further characterize adnexal masses? These are questions I’ll be asking our guest for this podcast as we discuss “The Evaluation and Management of Adnexal Masses”. My guest is Carrie L. Langstraat, M.D., from the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Mayo Clinic. |
| Heart Health Edition: Pharmacologic Options to Maintain a Healthy HeartFebruary 20, 2025 Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. Like an automobile engine, our heart runs longer and better when it’s well cared for. In our last podcast, we reviewed the various lifestyle changes our patients can make which benefit the heart and keep it healthy. We’re going to continue that discussion in this podcast and concentrate on the pharmacologic options we have available. Which statin should we use? How do we manage the statin intolerant patient? Does Co-Q10 give benefit? These are questions I’ll be asking my guest, Thomas C. Gerber, M.D., Ph.D., a preventive cardiologist from the Department of Cardiovascular Diseases at the Mayo Clinic as discuss “Pharmacologic Options to Maintain a Healthy Heart.” |
| Heart Health Edition: Primary Prevention - How to Keep Your Heart HealthyFebruary 18, 2024 Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. The heart is an amazing organ. At rest, the average heart beats approximately 4500 times per hour, slightly over 100,000 times per day. It’s quite a reliable organ and unlike our kidneys, lungs and eyes, we only have one heart. We expect a lot from it, if it stops working for even a minute, everything else in our body shuts down. Like an automobile engine, it runs longer and better if it’s well cared for. What can we recommend to our patients and what can we do for ourselves to keep the heart healthy? My guest for today’s podcast is Thomas C. Gerber, M.D., Ph.D., a preventive cardiologist from the Department of Cardiovascular Diseases at the Mayo Clinic and we’re going to discuss preventive strategies to maintain a healthy heart. |
Guest: Jeffrey B. Geske, M.D. | Heart Health Edition: Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)February 13, 2025 Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy affects 1 in 500 adults or about 600,000 individuals in the U.S. and represents the most common inherited cardiomyopathy. It often goes undetected, and it’s estimated that about 85% of those with the condition remain undiagnosed. HCM can produce a variety of symptoms, the most serious being sudden death. The topic for this podcast is Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy. What are the clues that might make us suspect a patient has HCM and how should we confirm the diagnosis? Are we able to prevent sudden death in patients with the condition and finally, what is the most effective treatment? I’ll asking these questions of my guest, Jeffrey B. Geske, M.D., from the Department of Cardiovascular Diseases at Mayo Clinic. |
| Heart Health Edition: Cardiac RehabilitationFebruary 11, 2025 Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States as well as globally. It’s estimated that over 700,000 individuals in the U.S. die annually from some form of cardiac conditions, most often coronary heart disease. Cardiac rehabilitation is often recommended to our patients who have a variety of cardiac health problems, and it’s intended to improve this mortality rate. But what exactly is cardiac rehabilitation? Who’s a candidate for it? Who’s qualified to supervise a cardiac rehab program and has it been proven to reduce mortality? I’ll be getting answers to these questions as we discuss “Cardiac Rehabilitation”. My guest for this podcast is Francisco Lopez-Jimenez, M.D., M.S., a preventive cardiologist from the Department of Cardiovascular Diseases at the Mayo Clinic. |
Guest: Sandra J. Taler, M.D | Heart Health Edition: Lowering Blood PressureFebruary 6, 2025 Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. Hypertension is an extremely common health problem, affecting at least half of all adults in the United States. Since it’s typically asymptomatic, a significant number of individuals are unaware that they have the condition. In those who are aware of the diagnosis, the majority have blood pressures that are not adequately controlled. Once we’ve established that a patient has hypertension and needs treatment, how should we start? What are effective lifestyle changes? When is pharmacologic therapy indicated and what are the recommended medications for the initial management of hypertension? We’ll be discussing these topics and more as we review the topic “Lowering Blood Pressure”. My guest for this podcast is nephrologist and hypertension specialist Sandra J. Taler, M.D., from the Mayo Clinic. |
Guest: Sharonne N. Hayes, M.D. | Heart Health Edition: Heart Disease in WomenFebruary 4, 2025 Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. We tend to think of heart disease as a health problem for men, yet it’s the leading cause of death for women in the United States and is responsible for over 1/3 of all deaths in women each year, more than all malignancies combined. Women tend to have more atypical symptoms and often delay seeking help when they have symptoms. As clinicians, we need to realize that we commonly underdiagnose heart disease in women. How do the symptoms of heart disease differ in women compared to men? Do women have different cardiovascular disease risk factors than men? And as health care clinicians, what do we need to do to be more aware of heart disease in our female patients? I’ll be asking these questions of my guest for this podcast as we discuss “Heart Disease in Women”. My guest is Sharonne N. Hayes, M.D., a cardiologist at the Mayo Clinic. |
| Perioperative Medical AssessmentJanuary 28, 2025 Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. Some patients about to have a surgical procedure will have a preoperative assessment completed by the anesthesiologist on the day of the surgery. However, in many cases, patients are having an evaluation at a perioperative clinic, well prior to their procedure. Although this results in an additional visit for the patient, there are advantages to this approach. Benefits include improvements in hospital efficiency, cost savings from shorter hospital stays and more appropriate use of laboratory tests. So, what does a perioperative assessment consist of? Do they assist the surgeon in their postoperative management of the patient, and does it result in better clinical outcomes? This podcast will address the perioperative medical assessment, and these are some of the questions I’ll be asking my guest, Chris R. Stephenson, M.D., M.H.P.E., from the Division of General Internal Medicine at the Mayo Clinic. |
Rosanne M. Boser
Jonathan L. Verhelst, CFP(R) | Life as a Physician Edition: Part 2 "Financial Well-Being"January 23, 2025 Financial solvency and independence are relevant for all individuals, though physicians have unique aspects to financial health due to a long training period, education expenses, and lack of formal financial instruction. On today’s podcast, we discuss the most common conundrums physicians face regarding financial literacy and financial well-being. Life as a Physician Edition: Part 1 "Financial Well-Being"January 21, 2025 Hosts: Sanj Kakar, M.D. and Dawn Marie R. Davis, M.D. Financial solvency and independence are relevant for all individuals, though physicians have unique aspects to financial health due to a long training period, education expenses, and lack of formal financial instruction. On today’s podcast, we discuss the most common conundrums physicians face regarding financial literacy and financial well-being. Be sure to listen to Part 2 of this topic airing this Thursday, January 23, 2025! |
| Life as a Physician Series: Part 2 "Mentorship and Sponsorship"January 16, 2025 Part 2 of Mentorship and Sponsorship. 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 for professional and personal growth and success.
Life as a Physician Series: Part 1 "Mentorship and Sponsorship"January 14, 2025 Hosts: Sanj Kakar, M.D. and Dawn Marie R. Davis, 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 for professional and personal growth and success. Stay tuned as Part 2 of "Mentorship and Sponsorship" releases this Thursday, January 16, 2025! |
Deborah J. Lightner, M.D.
Edward T. Creagan, M.D. | Life as a Physician Series: Part 2 "Retiring Gracefully: Life After Medicine"January 9, 2025 Hosts: Sanj Kakar, M.D. and Dawn Marie R. Davis, M.D. Part 2 of Retiring Gracefully: Life After Medicine 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 will discuss the transition to retirement, life after retirement, and how it impacts one’s personal and professional life.
Life as a Physician Series: Part 1 "Retiring Gracefully: Life After Medicine"January, 7, 2025 Hosts: Sanj Kakar, M.D. and Dawn Marie R. Davis, 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 will discuss the transition to retirement, life after retirement, and how it impacts one’s personal and professional life. |
Guest: Jacob K. Dey, M.D. | Bell's PalsyJanuary 2, 2025 Host: Darryl S. Chutka, 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, treatment is available and recommended. The topic of this podcast is Bell’s Palsy, and my guest is Jacob Dey, M.D., a facial plastic surgeon in the Division of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery in the Department of Otolaryngology/Head & Neck Surgery at the Mayo Clinic. We’ll discuss the pathophysiology of Bell’s Palsy, the typical course of the illness, it’s potential complications and the various treatment options. |
