MedEvidence! Truth Behind the Data
Welcome to the MedEvidence! podcast, hosted by Dr. Michael Koren. MedEvidence, where we help you navigate the real truth behind medical research with both a clinical and research perspective. In this podcast, we will discuss with physicians with extensive experience in patient care and research. How do you know that something works? In medicine, we conduct clinical trials to see if things work! Now, let's get to the Truth Behind the Data. Contact us at www.MedEvidence.com
Episodes
Dr. Heather Luing joins Dr. Michael Koren to talk about depression. They discuss what it can feel like, why December is associated with a spike in depression cases, and what's going on inside the body and brain that makes this disorder so challenging. The duo of doctors also explore new and emerging medications in the depression field, including several that target completely new pathways in the brain and may pro...
Dr. Michael Koren joins Kevin Geddings to answer the question: What does it mean to be medically ready for the holidays. The doctor discusses how the holidays are fun, but changes in schedules can throw off precise medical routines. The doctor explains that people need to plan around limited pharmacy hours, dietary challenges, and risks of excessive alcohol consumption. As long as you are prepared, you're medical...
There's not a lot that we both need to do and get paid to do. Dr. Michael Koren joins Kevin Geddings to discuss one of the most beneficial parts of clinical research: getting paid to do what you should be doing anyway. As an example, the doctor talks about Lp(a), a really, really, really, really bad cholesterol that increases the chances of having a heart attack and stroke. Dr. Koren explains that most people hav...
Dr. Zeke Emanuel joins Dr. Michael Koren to discuss his new book Eat Your Ice Cream: Six Simple Rules for a Long and Healthy Life. Dr. Emanuel explains how frustrated he is at trendy, influencer-style health advice and how it accentuates intense, short-term "miracle fixes," which are almost always for sale and rarely have medical benefits. He explains his philosophy, and the philosophy of Benjamin Franklin: ...
Dr. Michael Koren joins Kevin Geddings to review some possibly outdated information on modern statin bottles. Kevin reveals that he dutifully takes his statin at night and avoids grapefruit, but cardiologist Michael Koren, MD, gives updated advice. The doctor states that rosuvastatin, a newer statin, is long-acting, and that taking it at night may not be as necessary as in earlier statin types. The doctor then states...
Retired Rear Admiral Gene Kendall joins cardiologist Dr. Michael Koren to discuss his exciting career, starting as one of the first Black students at Duke University. The former admiral discusses the excitement, disappointment, and life lessons going from a "big fish in a small pond" to an elite school and how the military was a way for him to regain self-respect. The duo then moves to talking about healthca...
Dr. Sara Collins joins Dr. Michael Koren to talk about her journey as a research cardiologist. They discuss Dr. Collins's path through preparatory school, college, med school, and the post-school experience as a cardiologist. They also discuss her role starting a clinical research site in Washington, D.C., and her efforts to leverage the research apparatus to provide equitable care to otherwise disadvantaged and ...
Dr. Michael Koren joins Kevin Geddings to share an anecdote; an acquaintance seemed to put trust in Mel Gibson on a podcast over the American healthcare system. The doctor analyzes why there has been an erosion of trust in this system, why institutions like the medical community and clinical research should be trusted, and how participating in clinical trials can increase your trust in the system as a whole. Dr. Koren...
Dermatologist and clinical researcher Dr. Michael Bernhardt joins Dr. Erich Schramm to unpack the rapidly evolving science of atopic dermatitis. The two doctors discuss the symptoms, science, and treatments for atopic dermatitis, including how much clinical research has changed the landscape and improved outcomes. The two get into how the immune system drives the disease, and how new therapeutic drugs target those sys...
Dr. Michael Koren joins Kevin Geddings to give thanks this week. The doctor gives gratitude to Kevin, his team, clinical research staff, MedEvidence staff, and most of all, patients. Dr. Koren expresses his heartfelt thanks to everyone who pushes science and research forward!
Be a part of advancing science by participating in clinical research.
Have a question for Dr. Koren? Email him at askDrKoren@MedEvidence...
Cardiologist Dr. Michael Koren is joined by a 35-year-old patient "Tucker" to walk through his cardiovascular numbers and explain what it all means. The doctor explores a lipid profile and an advanced lipid profile from top to bottom, explaining everything from how LDL is calculated to what hs-CRP measures. Along the way, they discuss how diet, exercise, supplements, and medications can affect these numbers,...
Dr. Michael Koren joins Kevin Geddings to discuss some of the pitfalls of traditional healthcare in America and how clinical research can bridge those gaps. The doctor and clinical researcher talks about a family member recieving care in a world-class medical facility, and that even in this setting there is confusion about who is coordinating the patient's care. He contrasts this experience with clinical research...
Dr. Evan Loh joins Dr. Michael Koren to discuss Dr. Loh's journey through the medical profession. Dr. Loh moved from doing lab work in medical school to patient care in the academic sphere and into the pharmaceutical world of research. Dr. Loh and Dr. Koren discuss the core differences between bedside physican work and research, including in time spent with patients, physician incentives, and the treatment that r...
Dr. Koren joins Kevin Geddings to report live from the American Heart Association meeting in New Orleans with fresh results on LDL lowering, prevention, and the future of gene editing for cholesterol. They discuss the excitement of big meetings like the AHA and how results can even surprise the investigators that were working on a study.
Note: Dr. Koren refers to CRISPR Therapeutics, a company developing gene-based cho...
Pediatrician and environmental scientist Dr. Deborah Hendrickson joins Dr. Michael Koren to discuss how the environment affects our health. Dr. Hendrickson uses the example of poor air quality from sources such as wildfires and pollution to explain how this impacts children's breathing, from lung development to allergies and asthma. She also notes that the climate is changing due to human causes, which should ins...
Dr. Michael Koren joins Kevin Geddings to discuss the current state of COVID vaccines and research. The cardiologist weighs the real risks and benefits of COVID vaccines, focusing on who may need protection the most and who might be able to skip this year's booster. Dr. Koren also talks about the new prescription mandate for COVID vaccines, and how joining a clinical trial may help some people clear that burden m...
Urologist Dr. Yaw Nyame joins Dr. Michael Koren to discuss bladder and prostate cancers. Dr. Nyame talks about his journey through college - including the choice between rock stardom and medical school - and how he got to the Fred Hutch Cancer Center in Seattle. Dr. Nyame explains symptoms, the history, and treatments for prostate and bladder cancer. He tells us "if you have blood in the urine, you definitely wan...
Cardiologist Dr. Koren joins Kevin Geddings to talk about the importance of understanding what we know about patients. The cardiologist recounts a recently recorded podcast where he - with full consent - reviewed the cardiovascular infomation of a patient to give a broader understanding of what all of the numbers mean and how they can give doctors and patients insight into what's going on. Dr. Koren then makes an...
Dr. Jill Grimes joins Dr. Erich Schramm to discuss young adult health, covering topics from teens and college students to those just starting life on their own. They discuss her book, The Ultimate College Student Health Handbook, and the evidence-based advice Dr. Grimes shares to help students navigate the healthcare system confidently.
From practical tips like keeping a photo of your insurance card on your p...
Dr. Michael Koren joins Kevin Geddings to discuss advances in brain imaging technology. The doctor opens with a fun story about a breakup in college, then moves to discuss how brain imaging for Alzheimer’s may move from noisy tunnels to a dentist-chair-like apparatus for easier scanning in a smaller space. The duo brings it together with the benefits of clinical research and how those who participate may get access to...
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