In this episode of Save Your Thyroid with Jennifer Holkem, Jen is joined by Dr. Jules Aljammal to discuss the impact of thyroid nodules and the innovative non-surgical treatment option of radiofrequency ablation (RFA). They explore the nature of toxic thyroid nodules, the symptoms they cause, and the various treatment options available, including medication, surgery, and radioactive iodine. The episode features 2 patient testimonials highlighting their experiences with RFA treatment, emphasizing its effectiveness and the importance of patient choice in treatment options. Dr. Aljammal also shares exciting news about opening a new practice in Washington state, expanding access to thyroid care.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Thyroid Nodules and RFA

02:05 Understanding Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA)

06:08 Exploring Toxic Thyroid Nodules

11:50 Treatment Options for Toxic Nodules

18:11 Patient Experiences with RFA

30:03 The Future of RFA and Patient Care

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Today's guest is Dr. Shuchie Jaggi, a leading endocrinologist, co-director of the interdisciplinary thyroid program at Lenox Hill Hospital (NY), and a specialist in advanced thyroid imaging and minimally invasive treatments.Here’s what we’ll be covering today:

✅ The role of neck imaging in diagnosing and guiding treatment

✅ How ethanol ablation works and why it’s ideal for thyroid cysts

✅ The science behind radiofrequency ablation (RFA) and its growing use in clinical practice

✅ How these two techniques compare—when to choose one over the other

✅ The future of thyroid care and what’s on the horizon for nonsurgical interventions

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Today, we’re joined by epigenetic expert Susan Robbins, a Precision Health coach and award-winning leader in genetic optimization. With a no-nonsense approach, Susan blends cutting-edge science with real-life experience to help you unlock your full potential. She’s battled autoimmune issues, Lyme Disease, and the stress of law enforcement, making her insights both personal and powerful.

In today’s episode, we explore how DNA testing can illuminate the mysteries of both general and thyroid health and empower you to take control of your well-being!

Connect with Susan Robbins, Epigenetic Human Performance Coach:👉Website: https://healthyawakening.co 👉Podcast: https://everydayepigenetics.co 👉Instagram: susanrobbins_epigeneticcoachChapters00:00 Introduction to Thyroid Health and DNA Testing03:02 Understanding Epigenetics and Genetic Expression05:58 The Warrior Gene and Stress Management09:01 The Role of DNA in Personalized Health11:52 Dopamine, Stress, and Nutrition15:03 Impact of Genetic Variants on Weight Management18:10 Detoxification and Hormonal Balance31:53 Genetic Influences on Detoxification34:55 The Role of Supplements in Health39:57 Managing Stress and Environmental Toxins44:56 Hormonal Balance and Detoxification51:02 Understanding Thyroid Function and Genetics54:20 Understanding Thyroid Conversion and Expression57:08 The Role of Lifestyle in Thyroid Health01:00:01 Genetic Factors and Inflammation01:02:52 The Impact of Diet on Health01:05:56 Exploring SNPs and Their Effects01:09:55 Personalized Health Coaching and ResourcesDisclaimer: None of the statements made in this or any other video by "Its me Jen again" should be considered medical advice. Support the channel: PAYPAL👉https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/itsmejenagain VENMO👉https://account.venmo.com/u/itsme_jenagainAffiliate links:TOUPS AND CO👉https://toupsandco.com/jenRIVERSIDE👉https://www.riverside.fm/?via=itsmejenagain VAN MAN👉https://vanman.shop/?ref=itsmejenagainBON CHARGE👉https://us.boncharge.com/?rfsn=7843863.50b9fa&shpxid=4137e8a5-8199-46cb-b71c-0f86d29924ff Resources:👉Save Your Thyroid: https://www.saveyourthyroid.org/ 👉Follow me on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3ZbeDCU 👉Substack: https://itsmejenagain.substack.com/ 👉IG: https://www.instagram.com/itsme_jenagain/ 👉FB: https://www.facebook.com/itsmejenagain 👉LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-holkem-169b99205/

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Today's episode is a bit different, and I think you'll love it. We’re diving into epigenetics—how your lifestyle influences your genetic expression. This topic is key to understanding root causes and optimizing lifestyle interventions, particularly for thyroid patients.Today, I'll introduce you to my new friend, Susan Robbins. Susan is an expert in epigenetic human performance coaching and host of the podcast “Everyday Epigenetics: Raw, Real, Relatable.” She’s a Level 2 Certified Apeiron Zoh DNA coach and a Precision Health Alliance (ph360/Shae) coach. Since 2015, Susan has been helping people optimize their health and was even named 2023 PHA Coach of the Year. She previously worked with TruDiagnostics to interpret epigenetic age test results for clients globally.In this episode, I share my recent health journey, focusing on my latest experience with perimenopause and low T3 levels (active thyroid hormone). We discuss epigenetics and how lifestyle choices impact genetic expression, as well as the value of DNA testing and personalized health strategies. Susan and I talk about finding our health flow, the impact of workout timing and stress on well-being, and the limitations of DNA in diagnosing thyroid issues. We explore T4 to T3 conversion and our experiences with T3 only thyroid medication, emphasizing the need for personalized health solutions and being proactive in our wellness journey.Why I'm working with Susan: Susan’s approach blends cutting-edge science and compassionate coaching, drawing on her personal past experiences with autoimmune issues, Lyme Disease, and the stress of a career in law enforcement. She helps people find the optimal path to health by understanding their unique genetic makeup. After the episode, be sure to check out her podcast, where she explores how lifestyle affects genetic expression and quality of life.

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Connect with Susan Robbins, Epigenetic Human Performance Coach:👉Website: https://healthyawakening.co 👉Podcast: https://everydayepigenetics.co 👉Instagram: susanrobbins_epigeneticcoachDisclaimer: None of the statements made in this or any other video by "Its me Jen again" should be considered medical advice. Giving back: 👉If you value this content, please consider donating to my efforts to spread this message: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/itsmejenagain 👉Donate to the Save Your Thyroid community via our fiscal sponsor, ThyCa: https://civi.thyca.org/donate/ *Please designate your donation is for SYT!Support the podcast through affiliate purchases:👉Riverside.fmhttps://www.riverside.fm/?via=itsmejenagain 👉Van Man Tallow products: https://vanman.shop/?ref=itsmejenagain👉Carnivore Crisps: https://carnivorecrisps.com/?ref=itsmejenagain Use code ITSMEJENAGAIN for 10% off at checkout👉Bon Charge: https://us.boncharge.com/?rfsn=7843863.50b9fa&shpxid=4137e8a5-8199-46cb-b71c-0f86d29924ff Resources:👉Find a thyroid thermal ablation physician: https://www.saveyourthyroid.org/ 👉Save Your Thyroid: https://www.saveyourthyroid.org/ 👉Follow me on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3ZbeDCU 👉Substack: https://itsmejenagain.substack.com/ 👉IG: https://www.instagram.com/itsme_jenagain/ 👉FB: https://www.facebook.com/itsmejenagain 👉LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-holkem-169b99205/

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Denielle shares her experience with treating a thyroid nodule using microwave ablation (MWA). After experiencing severe hair and weight loss, she was diagnosed with hyperthyroidism and a thyroid nodule about eight years ago. Weighing 70 kg, she dropped to 45 kg due to the condition. Denielle chose a non-surgical option primarily for aesthetic reasons, as she had previously developed keloids from surgery, and also due to a friend's experience with lifelong medication after a thyroidectomy.She learned about non-surgical treatments through the Save Your Thyroid FB community and decided on microwave ablation, which was the only applicable procedure for her case. The procedure took about 20 minutes, with minimal pain, and she experienced only slight discomfort afterward, quickly resuming her normal activities. Six months post-procedure, the nodule had reduced by 81%, from 6 cm to about 1.6 cm, and she is now euthyroid, no longer needing thyroid medication.Denielle expresses gratitude for the availability of microwave ablation in the Philippines and for the support and information she received from both her doctors and the Facebook group, which helped her explore non-surgical options. She is thankful that the procedure allowed her to avoid surgery and the need for lifelong medication.Episode sponsor:👉Learn more about ECO Microwave here: https://www.ecomedicaltech.com/Disclaimer: None of the statements made in this or any other video by "Its me Jen again" should be considered medical advice. Giving back: 👉If you value this content, please consider donating to my efforts to spread this message: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/itsmejenagain 👉Donate to the Save Your Thyroid community via our fiscal sponsor, ThyCa: https://civi.thyca.org/donate/ *Please designate your donation is for SYT!Support the podcast through affiliate purchases:👉Riverside.fmhttps://www.riverside.fm/?via=itsmejenagain 👉Van Man Tallow products: https://vanman.shop/?ref=itsmejenagain👉Carnivore Crisps: https://carnivorecrisps.com/?ref=itsmejenagain Use code ITSMEJENAGAIN for 10% off at checkout👉Bon Charge: https://us.boncharge.com/?rfsn=7843863.50b9fa&shpxid=4137e8a5-8199-46cb-b71c-0f86d29924ff Resources:👉Find a thyroid thermal ablation physician: https://www.saveyourthyroid.org/ 👉Save Your Thyroid: https://www.saveyourthyroid.org/ 👉Follow me on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3ZbeDCU 👉Substack: https://itsmejenagain.substack.com/ 👉IG: https://www.instagram.com/itsme_jenagain/ 👉FB: https://www.facebook.com/itsmejenagain 👉LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-holkem-169b99205/

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Today’s guest is Dr. Dipan Desai, an otolaryngologist at ENT Associates in Clearwater, Florida. He completed residency training at Parkland Memorial Hospital and the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, and later pursued fellowship training in Head and Neck Endocrine Surgery at Johns Hopkins Hospital, gaining expertise in radiofrequency ablation (RFA) and scarless thyroid/parathyroid surgery.

Today, in addition to treating the full spectrum of ENT disorders, is now one of the first physicians in Florida to offer these innovative procedures. His patient care philosophy is deeply rooted in compassion, respect, and open communication. He believes that personalized and collaborative medicine is the key to creating lasting improvements in his patients’ health and well-being. With this understanding, he aims to work together with patients to find the treatment that is best suited to their individual needs.👉Dr Dipan’s practice: ENT Associates in Clearwater, Florida👉Address: 3190 McMullen Booth Rd, Suite 100, Clearwater, FL 33761👉Phone number: 727-441-3588👉Website: https://entflorida.com/advanced-thyroid-parathyroid-treatments/👉Follow on FB: https://www.facebook.com/entflorida👉Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/tampabay_endocrinesurgery/👉Research: Radiofrequency Ablation of Benign Thyroid Nodules: A Prospective, Multi-Institutional North American Experiencehttps://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0039606023007250#Chapters:00:00 Introduction and Background05:01 Fellowship Training in RFA at Johns Hopkins14:33 Bringing RFA to Community Practice in Florida19:06 Patient Education and Collaboration24:54 Introduction and Mentors27:17 Results of the Paper: Success Rates and Outcomes29:22 Factors Influencing Successful Outcomes31:14 Patient Experience and Treatment of Large Nodules35:29 Selective Use of RFA for Cancerous Nodules and Metastases38:47 Treating Small Toxic Thyroid Nodules42:30 Treatment Area and Margins in RFA46:15 Consultations with Dr. Dipan DesaiDisclaimer: None of the statements made in this or any other video by "Its me Jen again" should be considered medical advice. Resources:👉Find a thyroid thermal ablation physician: https://www.saveyourthyroid.org/ 👉Save Your Thyroid: https://www.saveyourthyroid.org/ 👉Follow me on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3ZbeDCU 👉Substack: https://itsmejenagain.substack.com/ 👉IG: https://www.instagram.com/itsme_jenagain/ 👉FB: https://www.facebook.com/itsmejenagain 👉LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-holkem-169b99205/Giving back: 👉If you value this content, please consider donating to my efforts to spread this message: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/itsmejenagain 👉Donate to the Save Your Thyroid community via our fiscal sponsor, ThyCa: https://civi.thyca.org/donate/ *Please designate your donation is for SYT!Support the podcast through affiliate purchases:👉Riverside.fmhttps://www.riverside.fm/?via=itsmejenagain 👉Van Man Tallow products: https://vanman.shop/?ref=itsmejenagain👉Carnivore Crisps: https://carnivorecrisps.com/?ref=itsmejenagain Use code ITSMEJENAGAIN for 10% off at checkout👉Bon Charge: https://us.boncharge.com/?rfsn=7843863.50b9fa&shpxid=4137e8a5-8199-46cb-b71c-0f86d29924ff 👉Dr. Boz MDUse code JENAGAIN for 15% OFF at checkouthttps://bozmd.com/?rfsn=7858112.768b24aHashtags:#advocate #saveyourthyroid #thyroidnodule #thyroidsurgery #nonsurgical #thermalablation #thyroidectomy #hemithyroidectomy #patient #advocate #itsmejenagain #thyroidrfa #Florida #ClearwaterFL #TampaBay #endocringsurgery

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Kathy shares her experience with thyroid cryoablation, a non-surgical procedure that can be used to treat benign and cancerous thyroid nodules, as well as other tumors throughout the body. Kathy is a passionate advocate for preserving the thyroid gland, and is an active member of the Save Your Thyroid patient advocacy community. She is also working locally in the UK to spread the word about thyroid-preserving treatment options. She emphasizes the need for patients to do their own research and advocate for themselves. Kathy's doctor, Professor Saim Yilmaz: https://www.thyroid-goiter.com/Watch my interview with Prof. Yilmaz: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eH854JIyaNIWatch Kathy's previous interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_l5Jo9kyAfYDisclaimer: None of the statements made in this or any other video by "Its me Jen again" should be considered medical advice. Giving back: 👉If you value this content, please consider donating to my efforts to spread this message: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/itsmejenagain 👉Donate to the Save Your Thyroid community via our fiscal sponsor, ThyCa: https://civi.thyca.org/donate/ *Please designate your donation is for SYT!Support the podcast through affiliate purchases:👉Riverside.fmhttps://www.riverside.fm/?via=itsmejenagain 👉Van Man Tallow products: https://vanman.shop/?ref=itsmejenagain👉Carnivore Crisps: https://carnivorecrisps.com/?ref=itsmejenagain Use code ITSMEJENAGAIN for 10% off at checkout👉Bon Charge: https://us.boncharge.com/?rfsn=7843863.50b9fa&shpxid=4137e8a5-8199-46cb-b71c-0f86d29924ff 👉Dr. Boz MDUse code JENAGAIN for 15% OFF at checkouthttps://bozmd.com/?rfsn=7858112.768b24aResources:👉Find a thyroid thermal ablation physician: https://www.saveyourthyroid.org/ 👉Save Your Thyroid: https://www.saveyourthyroid.org/ 👉Follow me on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3ZbeDCU 👉Substack: https://itsmejenagain.substack.com/ 👉IG: https://www.instagram.com/itsme_jenagain/ 👉FB: https://www.facebook.com/itsmejenagain 👉LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-holkem-169b99205/

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Harrold had multiple thyroid nodules, and they were causing him issues with his voice. He sought out thyroid RFA from Dr. Luisa Leal and Dr. John Interlandi of New Horizon Diabetes and Endocrinology Clinic in Nashville, Tennessee. This video documents Harrold's thyroid-saving treatment that allowed him to avoid surgery. What will be the final outcome? Watch the video to find out!Originally from Columbia, Dr. Leal opened the doors to her practice in 2016, offering the local Spanish-speaking population access to a bilingual specialist in state-of-the-art diabetes care. Dr. John Interlandi, a formerly retired endocrinologist with an extensive medical background in the Nashville area, came out of retirement to join Dr. Leal in her pursuit of providing thyroid RFA in 2021. 👉Dr. Leal and Dr. Interlandi’s practice: New Horizon Diabetes Clinic👉Website: https://www.newhorizondiabetes.com/ 👉Follow New Horizon Diabetes Clinic on social media: https://www.facebook.com/NewHorizonDiabetesClinic Disclaimer: None of the statements made in this or any other video by "Its me Jen again" should be considered medical advice. Resources:👉Find a thyroid thermal ablation physician: https://www.saveyourthyroid.org/ 👉Save Your Thyroid: https://www.saveyourthyroid.org/ 👉Follow me on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3ZbeDCU 👉Substack: https://itsmejenagain.substack.com/ 👉IG: https://www.instagram.com/itsme_jenagain/ 👉FB: https://www.facebook.com/itsmejenagain 👉LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-holkem-169b99205/Giving back: 👉If you value this content, please consider donating to my efforts to spread this message: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/itsmejenagain 👉Donate to the Save Your Thyroid community via our fiscal sponsor, ThyCa: https://civi.thyca.org/donate/ *Please designate your donation is for SYT!Support the podcast through affiliate purchases:👉Riverside.fmhttps://www.riverside.fm/?via=itsmejenagain 👉Van Man Tallow products: https://vanman.shop/?ref=itsmejenagain👉Carnivore Crisps: https://carnivorecrisps.com/?ref=itsmejenagain Use code ITSMEJENAGAIN for 10% off at checkout👉Bon Charge: https://us.boncharge.com/?rfsn=7843863.50b9fa&shpxid=4137e8a5-8199-46cb-b71c-0f86d29924ff 👉Dr. Boz MDUse code JENAGAIN for 15% OFF at checkouthttps://bozmd.com/?rfsn=7858112.768b24aHashtags:#advocate #nonprofit #saveyourthyroid #thyroidnodule #thyroidsurgery #nonsurgical #thermalablation #thyroidectomy #hemithyroidectomy #patient #advocate #itsmejenagain #thyroidrfa #endocrinology #Nashville #SmyrnaTN #Tennessee #TN #NewHorizonDiabetesClinic

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