Episodes
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Is the low histamine diet right for everyone? Amanda Igel MS, RD, LD, a registered dietician at Cleveland Clinic, joins Dr. Steele on Butts & Guts to share more about what histamine is, how an intolerance impacts the digestive system, and the importance of working with a registered dietician to develop a personalized nutrition plan.
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On this episode of Butts & Guts, Dr. Steele sits down with Dr. Brian Chen from the Cleveland Clinic's Sleep Disorder Center to explore the intriguing link between sleep and digestive health. They discuss the critical role sleep plays in overall wellness and how inadequate rest can negatively impact gut function. Join them as they uncover the latest research and practical insights on how sleep affects our digestive system.
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On this episode of Butts & Guts, Dr. Steele is joined by Dr. Jessica Caldwell, Director of the Women’s Alzheimer's Movement Prevention and Research Center at Cleveland Clinic, to explore the intriguing connection between gut health and brain health. Discover how the gut-brain axis influences Alzheimer’s disease, the impact of lifestyle and diet on cognitive function, and what current research reveals about managing and preventing neurodegenerative conditions. Tune in to learn how caring for your gut may be the key to safeguarding your brain.
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Abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and constipation are only a few of the side effects patients undergoing cancer treatment may experience. Dr. Renato Samala, a physician within the Department of Palliative and Supportive Care at the Cleveland Clinic, joins this episode of Butts & Guts to share more about why these side effects occur, the impact on the digestive system, and how palliative care goes beyond symptom control to address the physical, emotional and psychological effects of cancer treatment.
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Bret Lashner, MD, a gastroenterologist in the Center for Inflammatory Bowel Disease at Cleveland Clinic, joins Butts & Guts this week to discuss fecal transplants. This cutting-edge procedure is used to combat severe gut infections, repair the gut microbiome, and restore the quality of life for patients battling a range of conditions. Listen to learn more about how the procedure has evolved and advancements on the horizon.
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This week on Butts & Guts, we welcome back Dr. Mike Leonis of Cleveland Clinic Children's to discuss the latest updates in the diagnosis and treatment of acute liver failure (ALF). Listen to learn everything you need to know about ALF in children, including the symptoms, diagnosis, and how treatment of this life-threatening condition continues to evolve.
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Dr. Choon H David Kwon, Director of Minimally Invasive Liver Surgery at Cleveland Clinic, joins the Butts & Guts podcast to discuss histotripsy, a non-invasive liver tumor treatment recently approved by the FDA. Listen to learn more about how this technology works, who is a candidate, and the future of non-invasive liver tumor treatment.
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Dr. Lynn Woo, Center Director for Pediatric Urology, and pediatric surgeon Dr. Anthony DeRoss, join Butts & Guts this week to discuss the new Pediatric Colorectal & Pelvic Center at Cleveland Clinic, which offers multidisciplinary care for children with colorectal and pelvic disorders. Listen to learn more about how the center provides various treatments for chronic conditions and aims to streamline care for patients and their families.
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According to the Administration for Community Living, the population of Americans aged 85 and older is projected to more than double from 6.6 million in 2019 to 14.4 million in 2040. On this episode of Butts & Guts, Dr. Mark Horattas, Chairman of the Department of Surgery at Cleveland Clinic Akron General, and Kelly Bahr, RN, Geriatric Surgery Coordinator in the Department of General Surgery at Cleveland Clinic Akron General, join Dr. Steele to discuss how surgical care evolves as we age. Listen to hear more about how older individuals and their families can address potential risk factors before surgery and how care teams can advocate for this vulnerable patient population from pre-op to recovery.
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Madison Simons, PsyD, is a gastrointestinal (GI) psychologist in the Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition at Cleveland Clinic. She joins this episode of the Butts & Guts podcast to discuss the psychological effects that patients with GI disorders often experience. Listen to learn more about the gut-brain connection and treatment options available to those with motility disorders.
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On this episode of Butts & Guts, Dr. Lauren Kopicky, a breast surgeon at Cleveland Clinic shares more about the goldilocks mastectomy surgery, an alternative breast reconstruction option for cancer patients who do not desire a traditional approach. Listen to learn more about this surgery, who may be a candidate, and the importance of exploring all options with your doctor.
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Patients who undergo surgery for rectal cancer are often faced with a "new normal." Colorectal Surgeon Dr. Marylise Boutros of Cleveland Clinic Florida joins Butts & Guts to discuss Low Anterior Resection Syndrome (LARS), a group of symptoms patients may experience after treatment. Listen to learn more about how to recognize triggers and take control of symptoms.
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On this episode of Butts & Guts, Colorectal Surgeon Dr. Anna Spivak and Urogynecologist Dr. Shannon Wallace discuss the complexities of multicompartment pelvic organ prolapse. Listen to learn more about how their multidisciplinary team works to restore the quality of life of patients experiencing prolapse.
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The use of weight loss medications like Ozempic and Mounjaro has become a hot topic. Dr. W. Scott Butsch, Director of Obesity Medicine in the Bariatric and Metabolic Institute at Cleveland Clinic joins the podcast to break down how these medications work and the overall impact of how we care for and talk about the disease of obesity.
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On this episode of the Butts & Guts podcast, Dr. Amit Bhatt, a gastroenterologist and Co-Director of the Endoluminal Surgery Center at Cleveland Clinic shares more about endoscopic submucosal dissection. Listen to learn more about this cutting-edge procedure used to remove tumors from the gastrointestinal (GI) tract.
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World-renowned Gastroenterologist in the Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition at Cleveland Clinic and Section Head of the Sanford R. Weiss MD Center for Hereditary Colorectal Neoplasia, Dr. Carol Burke joins Butts & Guts for Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month to share the latest updates in screening methods. From cutting-edge technologies to evolving trends, listen to learn more about how these advances are reshaping early detection and prevention of colorectal cancer.
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On this episode of the Butts & Guts podcast, Anne Banas, MSN, SPRN-CNP, Diane Cowles, RN, and Christine Arnica, MSSA, LISW join Dr. Steele to highlight the work being done at the Cleveland Clinic Pediatric Center for Airway, Voice and Swallowing Disorders. Listen to learn more about the multidisciplinary care they provide to children with aerodigestive challenges.
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Dr. Shirley Paski joins the Butts & Guts podcast this week to discuss short bowel syndrome. Listen to learn more about this condition and how best to manage this unique diagnosis.
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Dietician Julia Zumpano joins the Butts & Guts podcast once again, this time to discuss snacking. Listen to learn more about what foods the reasons for why people snack, how snacking effects our weight, and the benefits of having a healthy relationship with snacking. Listen to learn more.
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