# cleveland clinic (audio feeds) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover cleveland clinic. Page: Feed: --- ## Anal Fistulas and Perianal Abscesses: Symptoms, Causes and Current Treatment Options _2026-08-18 · Butts & Guts: A Cleveland Clinic Digestive Health Podcast_ In this episode of Butts & Guts, Dr. Ebram Salama, colorectal surgeon at Cleveland Clinic Florida, discusses perianal abscesses and anal fistulas, two common causes of anal pain, swelling, drainage and recurrent infection. Learn when these conditions need medical attention, what treatment options are available and what recovery may look like after fistula surgery. [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/2246824/episodes/19603816-anal-fistulas-and-perianal-abscesses-symptoms-causes-and-current-treatment-options.mp3) ## Expanding Coronary Revascularization With TECAB _2026-08-13 · Cardiac Consult: A Cleveland Clinic Podcast for Healthcare Professionals_ Donna Kimmaliardjuk, MD, and Gianluca Torregrossa, MD, discuss the expanding role of robotic coronary artery bypass grafting, including total endoscopic coronary artery bypass (TECAB). They explore how a tailored surgical approach can improve long-term patient outcomes. Looking to refer a patient? Please reach out to our Physician Referral team Mon. - Fri., 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (ET) at 855.751.2469. [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/2237537/episodes/19636039-expanding-coronary-revascularization-with-tecab.mp3) ## Stenting, Surgery and Hybrid Strategies for Coronary Disease _2026-08-06 · Cardiac Consult: A Cleveland Clinic Podcast for Healthcare Professionals_ Faisal Bakaeen, MD, and Grant Reed, MD, discuss recent advances in the treatment of coronary artery disease, including drug-coated balloons, intravascular imaging, calcium modification and evolving PCI strategies. They also examine innovations in coronary artery bypass grafting, multi-arterial revascularization, minimally invasive and robotic techniques and the growing role of heart team… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/2237537/episodes/19591194-stenting-surgery-and-hybrid-strategies-for-coronary-disease.mp3) ## Patient Perspectives: Diagnosed with Stage 4 Colorectal Cancer at 26—Now Cancer-Free After a Liver Transplant _2026-08-04 · Butts & Guts: A Cleveland Clinic Digestive Health Podcast_ At just 26 years old, David Lyon never imagined that his symptoms would lead to a diagnosis of stage 4 colorectal cancer. After learning his cancer had spread to his liver, David underwent treatment, surgery and ultimately a liver transplant. David joins Dr. Scott Steele and transplant surgeon Dr. Alejandro Pita on this episode of Butts & Guts to share his remarkable journey, the importance of not… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/2246824/episodes/19575205-patient-perspectives-diagnosed-with-stage-4-colorectal-cancer-at-26-now-cancer-free-after-a-liver-transplant.mp3) ## Individualizing Aspirin Therapy in Preventive Cardiology _2026-07-30 · Cardiac Consult: A Cleveland Clinic Podcast for Healthcare Professionals_ Luke J. Laffin, MD, and Vikas Sunder, MD, discuss the evolving role of aspirin in primary prevention, emphasizing individualized assessment of each patient's cardiovascular and bleeding risk. They explore how coronary artery calcium scores, lipoprotein(a) levels and comorbid conditions factor into aspirin recommendations in contemporary preventive cardiology practice. Looking to refer a patient?… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/2237537/episodes/19537629-individualizing-aspirin-therapy-in-preventive-cardiology.mp3) ## Robotic Lung Transplantation _2026-07-23 · Cardiac Consult: A Cleveland Clinic Podcast for Healthcare Professionals_ Kenneth McCurry, MD, and Gregory Jones, MD, discuss the development of robotic lung transplantation, including candidate selection, operative considerations and early clinical experience with this minimally invasive approach. The conversation explores protocol development and future applications of robotic technology in lung transplantation. Looking to refer a patient? Please reach out to our… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/2237537/episodes/19519412-robotic-lung-transplantation.mp3) ## What Is a Hernia? Signs, Causes and Treatment Options _2026-07-21 · Butts & Guts: A Cleveland Clinic Digestive Health Podcast_ On this episode of Butts & Guts, Dr. David Krpata, a Cleveland Clinic general surgeon and hernia specialist, explains what a hernia is, the most common hernia symptoms and how they are diagnosed and treated. Learn when a hernia may require medical attention, what to expect from hernia surgery and recovery, the role of hernia mesh and the full spectrum of treatment options available for hernia… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/2246824/episodes/19497814-what-is-a-hernia-signs-causes-and-treatment-options.mp3) ## A Multidisciplinary Approach to Limb Preservation _2026-07-16 · Cardiac Consult: A Cleveland Clinic Podcast for Healthcare Professionals_ Courtney Hanak, MD, and Ravi Ambani, MD, discuss limb preservation and amputation prevention in patients with peripheral arterial disease and chronic limb-threatening ischemia. They review diagnostic approaches to assess perfusion and tissue viability, current revascularization strategies for limb salvage, wound care, factors that influence amputation decisions and emerging technologies shaping… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/2237537/episodes/19491843-a-multidisciplinary-approach-to-limb-preservation.mp3) ## 2026 Cholesterol Guidelines and What Clinicians Need to Know _2026-07-09 · Cardiac Consult: A Cleveland Clinic Podcast for Healthcare Professionals_ Ashish Sarraju, MD, and Leslie Cho, MD, discuss key updates in the 2026 ACC/AHA cholesterol guidelines, including earlier LDL screening and integration of the PREVENT risk calculator. They explore clinical implications of Lp(a) testing, risk stratification and expanding therapeutic options to help patients achieve evidence-based lipid goals. Read more about the guidelines:… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/2237537/episodes/19452016-2026-cholesterol-guidelines-and-what-clinicians-need-to-know.mp3) ## Trouble Swallowing? It Could Be Dysphagia _2026-07-07 · Butts & Guts: A Cleveland Clinic Digestive Health Podcast_ Do you have trouble swallowing or feel like food gets stuck when you eat? In this episode of Butts & Guts, Dr. Fady Asslo, gastroenterologist at Cleveland Clinic Florida, explores dysphagia, a common swallowing disorder. He discusses dysphagia symptoms (including choking and coughing while eating), causes, the latest treatment options and when swallowing difficulties may be a sign of a more… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/2246824/episodes/19437214-trouble-swallowing-it-could-be-dysphagia.mp3) ## [AI News Summaries & Audio (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/yLIBYsWEmDBq) _2026-07-07 · **Sponsored**_ Tap an article for an AI summary and an audio briefing. ## Post-Transplant Care and Complications in the First Year _2026-07-02 · Cardiac Consult: A Cleveland Clinic Podcast for Healthcare Professionals_ Michael Zhen-Yu Tong, MD, and Sanjeeb Bhattacharya, MD, discuss the clinical management of heart transplant patients during the first year, including immunosuppression strategies, rejection surveillance and complication recognition. They also highlight evolving technologies, donor expansion and collaborative care approaches that are improving outcomes in advanced heart failure and transplantation.… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/2237537/episodes/19406429-post-transplant-care-and-complications-in-the-first-year.mp3) ## Combined Ablation and Left Atrial Appendage Closure for Atrial Fibrillation _2026-06-25 · Cardiac Consult: A Cleveland Clinic Podcast for Healthcare Professionals_ Oussama Wazni, MD, MBA, and Mohamed Kanj, MD, discuss the clinical rationale and outcomes behind combining atrial fibrillation ablation with left atrial appendage closure, including insights from the OPTION trial. They examine patient selection, procedural considerations and the impact of pulsed field ablation on safety, efficiency and long-term stroke prevention strategies. Looking to refer a… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/2237537/episodes/19356615-combined-ablation-and-left-atrial-appendage-closure-for-atrial-fibrillation.mp3) ## FiberMaxxing: The Truth About Fiber, Your Gut Microbiome and Digestive Health | Julia Zumpano _2026-06-23 · Butts & Guts: A Cleveland Clinic Digestive Health Podcast_ Is fibermaxxing just a social media trend, or is dietary fiber truly the key to better gut health? In this episode of Butts & Guts, Cleveland Clinic Registered Dietitian Julia Zumpano separates fact from hype, covering the gut microbiome, fiber-rich foods, fiber supplements, bloating, constipation, IBS and why most Americans aren't getting nearly enough fiber to support their digestive health. [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/2246824/episodes/19367667-fibermaxxing-the-truth-about-fiber-your-gut-microbiome-and-digestive-health-julia-zumpano.mp3) ## Optimizing PCI Outcomes in Complex Coronary Disease _2026-06-18 · Cardiac Consult: A Cleveland Clinic Podcast for Healthcare Professionals_ Grant Reed, MD, and Laura Young, MD, discuss contemporary decision making in percutaneous coronary intervention, including patient selection, ischemia assessment and the role of medical therapy. They explore advances in imaging, plaque modification and hybrid revascularization strategies for complex coronary artery disease. Looking to refer a patient? Please reach out to our Physician Referral… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/2237537/episodes/19337171-optimizing-pci-outcomes-in-complex-coronary-disease.mp3) ## Sclerotherapy for Cosmetic and Symptomatic Spider Veins _2026-06-11 · Cardiac Consult: A Cleveland Clinic Podcast for Healthcare Professionals_ Gayan De Silva, MD, and Kathleen Boyle, DO, discuss clinical evaluation and treatment of patients with spider veins, including differentiation from underlying venous and arterial disease and appropriate patient selection. Learn about technique considerations for foam and liquid sclerotherapy, expected outcomes, and long-term management. Looking to refer a patient? Please reach out to our Physician… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/2237537/episodes/19311891-sclerotherapy-for-cosmetic-and-symptomatic-spider-veins.mp3) ## From Medications to Meaningful Care in IBD _2026-06-09 · Butts & Guts: A Cleveland Clinic Digestive Health Podcast_ Explore how Shubha Bhat, PharmD, an clinical pharmacist at Cleveland Clinic, helps inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) patients navigate a complex and evolving landscape of treatments, from traditional medications to advanced biologics and specialty therapies. Learn how pharmacists play a critical role by improving access, guiding treatment decisions and helping patients achieve better outcomes. [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/2246824/episodes/19289952-from-medications-to-meaningful-care-in-ibd.mp3) ## Pancreatic Exocrine Insufficiency _2026-05-26 · Butts & Guts: A Cleveland Clinic Digestive Health Podcast_ Dr. Robert Naples, general surgeon for the Digestive Disease Institute at Cleveland Clinic, joins the Butts & Guts podcast to break down exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI). He discusses who is most at risk, current treatment options, the importance of early detection and why it can be so difficult to diagnose this often misunderstood condition. [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/2246824/episodes/19217879-pancreatic-exocrine-insufficiency.mp3) ## Advancements in Intestinal Transplants _2026-05-12 · Butts & Guts: A Cleveland Clinic Digestive Health Podcast_ Intestinal transplants are saving lives, and the field has never been more advanced. Masato Fujiki, MD, Surgical and Program Director of the Intestinal Transplant Program at Cleveland Clinic, breaks down why rejection rates have dropped dramatically, and how transplant oncology is opening doors for cancer patients. [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/2246824/episodes/19135357-advancements-in-intestinal-transplants.mp3) ## Chronic Pelvic Pain and the Effects on Digestive Health _2026-05-05 · Butts & Guts: A Cleveland Clinic Digestive Health Podcast_ Chronic pelvic pain affects millions of people, but its deep connection to digestive health is often overlooked. Dr. Ashley Gubbels, Director of the Center for Endometriosis and Chronic Pelvic Pain at Cleveland Clinic, joins the Butts & Guts podcast to explore how conditions like irritable bowel syndrome, endometriosis, and gut microbiome imbalances can interact with and amplify pelvic pain.… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/2246824/episodes/19103050-chronic-pelvic-pain-and-the-effects-on-digestive-health.mp3) ## [Every Channel. One Login. (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/KkrRN3oQMRiA) _2026-05-05 · **Sponsored**_ 17,000+ live channels, movies and sports on any device. Free trial, no IP lock. ## GLP-1 Medications: Separating Science from Social Media _2026-04-21 · Butts & Guts: A Cleveland Clinic Digestive Health Podcast_ In this episode of Butts & Guts, Kristin Louden, an Obesity Medicine nurse practitioner at Cleveland Clinic, cuts through the noise surrounding GLP-1 weight loss medications. She clears up common myths from social media, discusses the results patients can realistically expect and shares what other options are available if GLP-1 medicines aren’t a good fit. [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/2246824/episodes/19020916-glp-1-medications-separating-science-from-social-media.mp3)