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UF Health MedEd Cast
Earn CME credits while learning about trending clinical topics and research advances from UF Health Shands Hospital experts.
Episodes
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Butterfly Program: Through Loss, Toward Hope
Worried about what happens after a pregnancy loss? Mehmet R Genc, MD, Ph.D., Medical director for Butterfly Program, Professor, Department of Obstetrics and…
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When Can I Play Again? - The Science of Return to Sport
When can I play again after tearing my ACL? Joshua Reside, MD, Orthopaedic Surgeon at UF Health Shands Hospital, explains what "return to play" really means…
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Aortic Dissection: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment Choices, and Prevention
Worried about sudden chest or back pain, known aneurysm, or a family history of aortic disease? Eric Jeng, MD, MBA, FACS, FACS, FACC, FCCP, Director of the UF…
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Open vs Endovascular Aortic Repair: Choosing the Best Option
This episode features a discussion with Martin Back, MD, Professor of Surgery and Chief of the Division of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy at the…
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How Are Progressive ILD and PH‑ILD Treated?
What treatment options exist for progressive interstitial lung disease and pulmonary hypertension‑ILD? Jared Freitas, MD, Assistant Professor Division of…
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When Should You Refer for Lung Transplant?
"Should I refer now or wait until it's the last resort?" Moustafa Younis, MD, MSCR, Assistant Professor of Medicine, Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and…
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Dr. Ryan Roach -- Balancing Health and Performance with UF Gator Basketball
This episode explores the tension between getting players back on the court and protecting their long-term health—and why that balance matters. Dr. Ryan Roach…
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UF Health Comprehensive Spine Center
In this episode, Dr. Hoh describes the UF Health Comprehensive Spine Center– a multidisciplinary team of spine physicians and surgeons providing a…
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Advances in Overactive Bladder Management: From Pelvic Therapy to Pacemakers
This episode explains how clinicians distinguish overactive bladder from other lower urinary tract disorders and why an accurate history matters for diagnosis…
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BLOCK-SAH & other investigator-initiated research by the Guardians of the Neuroaxis – Leading Neurocritical Care Research in Partnership
In this episode, Drs. Busl and Maciel will describe their programmatic approach to building a neurocritical care research program that is multifaceted and…
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Focused Ultrasound
In this episode, Dr. Hilliard discusses the etiology of essential tremor, the fundamental principles behind focused ultrasound technology and the risks and…
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It Goes Beyond the Game: Dr. Farmer's Role within the UF Athletic Association
Discussion of being a team physician, Handling pressure, NFL Combine experience. Learn more about Kevin W. Farmer, MD
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It Goes Beyond the Game: Dr. Zaremski’s Trip to Turkey for the U16 National Girls' Soccer Team
This podcast episode will cover Dr. Zaremski’s recent trip to Turkey as a team physician for the U16 Girls National Soccer Team. It will also touch on his…
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The Role of Short Telomere Syndrome in Lung Transplant Outcomes
Dr. Janssen provides an in-depth look at short telomere syndrome (STS) and its impact on lung transplantation. Learn more about Brandon Janssen, MD
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University of Florida Neuro Research Ranks No. 2 Nationally in NIH Funding
Dr. Hoh and Dr. Jaffee will discuss the UF Department of Neurosurgery and Neurology/Neuroscience 2025 Blue Ridge Rankings for NIH funding. Learn more about…
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What Makes a Center of Excellence in Endometriosis Care?
Join Dr. Nash Moawad and Dr. Amira Quevedo as they delve into the components of a Center of Excellence dedicated to endometriosis care. Learn how…
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Understanding the Link Between Obesity and Endometrial Cancer
In this episode, Dr. Kaitlin Nicholson discusses the various risk factors for endometrial cancer, with a significant focus on obesity. Understanding these…
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Exploring the Complexity of Cancer: How mRNA Vaccines Could Change Everything
Discussion of challenges and opportunities for therapeutic mRNA cancer vaccines. Learn more about Elias Sayour, MD, PhD
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The Role Testosterone Plays in Male Fertility?
In this episode, Dr. Kevin Campbell, assistant professor of medicine in the Department of Urology at the University of Florida College of Medicine, discusses…
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Avoiding Surgery with Micrognathia: Novel Oral Airway Appliance
The oral airway appliance (OAP) is an innovative alternative to surgery in patients with Pierre Robin Sequence and airway concerns. It allows the child to…
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Advances in “Liquid Biopsy” and Circulating Tumor DNA
In this episode, Dr. Peter Dziegielewski explores the concept of liquid biopsy—an innovative approach to cancer diagnosis. Learn about its applications in…
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Chronic Lung Allograft Dysfunction: Where Are We in 2025?
Dr Valverde will Explore the frontiers of transplant immunology, challenges and, hope in long-term graft survival. Learn more about Adriana Valverde Zuniga, MD
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Advancing Parkinson’s Care: From Understanding to Treatment
Michael Okun, M.D. discusses understanding Parkinson’s causes, advancing care models and inspiring future treatments.
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The Bone-Back Connection: Enhancing Surgical Success Through Bone Health
In this episode, we dive into the importance of bone health for patients undergoing spinal surgery, emphasizing how osteoporosis can impact surgical outcomes…
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UF Health’s Pivotal Role in the Evolution of Radiosurgery
In this episode, Drs. Friedman and Bova help listeners understand the radiosurgery paradigm, discuss the kinds of tumors that can be treated with radiosurgery…
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UF Health Education Intervention Program for Adolescent Pitchers
Preventing Overuse Injuries: What Parents Need to Know This episode dives into the critical issue of overuse injuries in adolescent baseball pitchers. Dr. Ryan…
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New Treatment Options for Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST)
In this episode, Drs. Beaver and Xiang provide an introduction of new treatment options for IST: Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia.
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Results of Endovascular Graft Aortic Repair in Mixed Connective Tissue Disease (Heritable Aortic Disease) Patients: Is it Time to Change the Guidelines: In What Circumstance is Endovascular Repair Indicated
In this interview, Drs. Scali and Spratt discuss how the historical norms are being challenged for connective tissue disease patients (CTD) and endovascular…
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What’s New in the UF Pediatric Intestinal Rehabilitation Program
The panelists review common conditions leading to pediatric intestinal failure. They will also discuss the importance of multidisciplinary care that children…
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Update on Surgical Management of Pediatric Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Untreated obstructive sleep apnea in children can be associated with growth, developmental, and cardiopulmonary complications. Surgical options to treat OSA in…
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Focal Therapy For Prostate Cancer
In this podcast, Tarik Benidir, M.D., a urologic oncologist at UF Health, argues that focal therapy is revolutionizing the treatment of prostate cancer. He…
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Phrenic Nerve Stimulator and Sleep Apnea
In this episode, Drs. Konecny and Syed discuss state of the art treatments of sleep apnea and heart disease at UF Health, including identifying high rates of…
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Updates on Treatment Options for HHT
In this episode, Drs. Ataya and Justice provide an overview of diagnostic criteria, workup evaluations, and medical treatment, including surgical options, for…
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The Utility of 3D Gait Analysis in the Treatment of Pediatric Neuromuscular Conditions
In this interview, Dr. Norrell provides key information about children with neuromuscular disorders, such as cerebral palsy, spina bifida, hereditary spastic…
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Major Reconstruction of the Head and Neck – Defect-Oriented Approach to Free Tissue Transfer
Dr. Austin Lam identifies considerations to employ when assessing reconstructive options for aerodigestive tract defects and other soft tissue defects within…
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Cardiac Amyloidosis
Cardiac amyloidosis used to be a disease with no treatment and poor outcomes. Now we have new treatment options, new ways to make the diagnosis, and much…
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The Effect of Smoking on Outcomes after Total Shoulder Arthroplasty
Jonahtan Wright, MD reviews the effect of smoking on functional outcomes and implant survival of anatomical total shoulder arthroplasty. He and his team sought…
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Urologic Management of Spina Bifida in Pediatric Patients
We discuss some of the main urologic goals for our pediatric patients with spina bifida. In addition to different treatment options and management…
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Sialendoscopy: Understanding Its Benefits and Limitations in Treating Salivary Gland Disorders
Thomas Schrepfer, M.D., discusses what sialendoscopy is, how it works as a minimally invasive technique, and the benefits and limitations in treating salivary…
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Perspectives on Aortic Surgery Training Among Vascular Trainees– Barriers and Opportunities for the Future
Salvatore Scali, MD, provides a contemporary perspective on aortic surgery training will be discussed highlighting current case volumes and future projections…
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Extracorporeal CPR
ECPR is a treatment option for patients who otherwise would face near-certain death. It involves the use of a machine that temporarily takes over the function…
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Understanding Gastroparesis: Identifying Symptoms and Finding Relief
Jeffrey Friedman, MD, FACS, FASMBS, discusses gastroparesis, a challenging condition where the stomach’s delayed emptying triggers discomforting symptoms like…
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UF Department of Neurosurgery Ranks No. 2 in NIH Funding
As a result of participation in this activity, participants should be able to: 1. Discuss UF neurosurgery research 2. Discuss importance of research 3. Discuss…
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mRNA Cancer Vaccines
Elias Sayour, M.D., discusses the challenges of creating therapeutic cancer vaccines, advantages for mRNA vaccines and how to adapt mRNA to treat patients with…
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Achieving Excellence in Liver Transplant Programs
Thiago Beduschi, MD, converses UF Health’s leading liver transplant program, highlighting innovations such as MARS, an artificial liver, and NRP. He explains…
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The Gift of Life: The Power of a Living Kidney Donation
Ashraf El-Hinnawi, MD, and Georgios Vrakas, MD, MSc, PhD, FRCS, discuss advancements in kidney transplantation at UF Health, highlighting their success in…
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The Progress of Pancreas Transplantation
Ashraf El-Hinnawi, MD, and Georgios Vrakas, MD, MSc, PhD, FRCS, are directors of UF Health’s pancreas transplant program, focusing on performing 15 to 20…
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The Role of Laser Ablation in the Treatment of Brain Tumors
Dr. Maryam Rahman shares insight on the role of laser ablation in the treatment of brain tumors.
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Gene Therapy of Hemophilia with AAV Vectors
1. Gain updated information on the current status of hemophilia gene therapy. 2. Understand the limitations of the first generation of AAV vectors currently in…
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Pediatric Bronchiolitis: When Doing Less is More
1. Review bronchiolitis pathophysiology and epidemiology. 2. Discuss the 2014 clinical guidelines on bronchiolitis. 3. Describe de-implementation strategies…
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Updates in Head and Neck Cancer
As a result of participation in this activity, participants should be able to: 1. Understand the current HPV-related cancer epidemic: concerning trends, novel…
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Venous Health and Disease for Physicians: An Update
As a result of participation in this activity, participants should be able to: 1. Describe the presentation of chronic venous insufficiency, and identify which…
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Unveiling the Science Behind Sepsis
Dr. Nicole Iovine and Dr. Philip Efrom discuss Sepsis, including medical terminology, pathophysiology, risk factors, and its critical implications within the…
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Evaluation and Management of Uterine Fibroids
As a result of participation in this activity, participants should be able to: 1. Acquire proficiency in the assessment and evaluation of patients who present…
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Magnetoencephalography (MEG): A Window into Brain Function and Dysfunction
As a result of participation in this activity, participants should be able to: 1. understand the basic concepts of MEG technology and its underlying…
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Mobile Stroke Treatment Unit
Anna Khanna MD.and Brian Hoh MD, MBA, FACS, FAHA, FAANS describe treatment options and the importance of timely treatment for acute ischemic stroke. In this…
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Pediatric Brain Tumors
Elias Sayour, MD, PhD highlights the signs and symptoms of pediatric brain tumors. He explains how they are classified and discusses current management…