In this episode of Save Your Thyroid, host Jennifer Holkem interviews Natalie Suarez, who shares her personal journey with thyroid nodules and her experience with nanosecond pulse field ablation (nsPFA). The conversation covers Natalie's initial diagnosis, the challenges of navigating medical opinions and biopsies, and her decision to pursue nsPFA as a non-surgical treatment option. Natalie details her procedure day experience, recovery, and the positive outcomes she has experienced since the treatment. The episode emphasizes the importance of patient advocacy, research, and the potential for non-surgical alternatives to thyroid surgery.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Journey

04:03 Navigating Biopsy Experiences

09:28 Exploring Non-Surgical Options

15:10 The Role of Molecular Testing

22:41 The Decision to Undergo NSPFA

31:15 Follow-Up Results and Shrinkage

36:35 Key Takeaways for Patients

46:29 Introduction to the Podcast and Resources

Watch my interview with Dr. Ralph Tufano on nsPFA

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ihkp3tmLqXI

Connect with Dr. Ralph P. Tufano:

https://firstphysiciansgroup.com/doctors/tufano-ralph-p-md/

Watch my interview with Dr. Richard Harding on nsPFA:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1eG6x0W9CW0

Connect with Dr. Richard Harding:

https://www.azendosurg.com/

Learn more about nsPFA:

www.pulsebiosciences.com/patients

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In this enlightening conversation, Dr. Merry Sebelik, a pioneer in the field of thyroid care, discusses the transformative impact of Radio Frequency Ablation (RFA) on thyroid treatment. She shares her journey as a surgeon and educator, emphasizing the importance of ultrasound in thyroid surgery and the global health implications of RFA. The discussion covers the advantages of RFA over traditional surgery, the challenges of implementing this technology in various healthcare settings, and the critical role of insurance coverage in patient access. Dr. Sebelik also explores the future of RFA in treating low-risk thyroid cancers and the importance of balancing technological advancements with compassionate patient care.

Contact Dr. Merry Sebelik:

👉https://med.emory.edu/directory/profile/?u=MSEBELI

👉https://providers.emoryhealthcare.org/provider/merry-e-sebelik/778260?unified=sebelik&sort=availability_density_best%2Cnetworks%2Crelevance&tt=fe00cf63-d4be-4ecd-a416-4861e4284c66&ut=e7d9873f-3170-46d8-af9d-1500ab168303×tamp=2020-07-21T16%3A58%3A31.529Z

Dr. Geraldine Luna - offering RFA in Manila, Philippines:

geluna.ent.md@gmail.com

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In this episode, Dr. James Suliburk and Dr. Ray Grogan discuss the advancements in thyroid care, particularly focusing on radiofrequency ablation (RFA) for treating thyroid nodules and papillary thyroid cancer. They explore the evolution of RFA in the US, the safety concerns surrounding the procedure, and the importance of patient-centered care and shared decision-making. The conversation also delves into the criteria for RFA candidacy, the role of molecular testing in thyroid care, and the challenges of conducting randomized controlled trials in this field. The episode concludes with insights into the future of non-surgical thyroid care and the importance of finding experienced clinical teams for optimal patient outcomes.

Contact Dr. Grogan and Dr. Suliburk at Baylor Medicine

https://www.bcm.edu/healthcare/specialties/endocrinology/endocrine-surgery

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