From Non-Hodgkin lymphoma cancer survivor to medical student | Georgia Agathonikou | ε13

Cardiologist's take on how to talk to patient, chest pain and more | Dr. Thomas Gosios | ε16

We're back! In this episode, we are very happy to bring on the podcast with us Dr. Thomas Gosios. The very first Cardiologist on "The Madicles"! Please check out his LinkedIn for more information about Dr. Thomas Gosios! LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-go... [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbENQTjZHYURrOGRDN2RJVnlfcXZyTFZRSjctQXxBQ3Jtc0tsSmh0cGpPN2tTSWY4QzRKaEZmZFUzQnRZUjZWcEk4am1qb2ZvdmRZRjJjYWRLTU81dVJ1NVNzRGt0T0tOalRCcWEwVEpIWUxWaEhkT2l3d3huUzRuY1FYOGszWk9yX0szc3Jxb1BKUHMyRldRRUNkbw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fthomas-gossios-9aa316218%2F%3Foriginal_referer%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww%252Egoogle%252Ecom%252F%26originalSubdomain%3Dgr&v=hJFsYlPAhXY] In this episode, we discuss topics ranging from: . Lifestyle factors . Common conditions in everyday practice . Overseen conditions . Ways of monitoring cardiac health . Signs and symptoms that should prompt immediate health care intervention . Why Dr. Gosios decided to pursue Cardiology . What he likes most about his job And much much more! #podcast [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/podcast] #medicine [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/medicine] #cardiology [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/cardiology] Timestamps 0:00 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJFsYlPAhXY&t=0s] - Introduction to The Madicles Podcast. 1:21 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJFsYlPAhXY&t=81s] - Introduction of Dr. Thomas Gosios, specialized cardiologist. 3:11 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJFsYlPAhXY&t=191s] - Importance of trust and communication in patient-doctor relationships. 5:17 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJFsYlPAhXY&t=317s] - Convincing patients about treatment benefits. 13:03 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJFsYlPAhXY&t=783s] - Using relatable examples to explain medical risks and benefits. 15:08 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJFsYlPAhXY&t=908s] - Lifestyle factors influencing heart health: diet, exercise, smoking. 18:01 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJFsYlPAhXY&t=1081s] - Challenges in adopting a healthy lifestyle. 21:00 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJFsYlPAhXY&t=1260s] - Common cardiovascular conditions. 24:04 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJFsYlPAhXY&t=1444s] - Prevention strategies for hypertension. 25:57 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJFsYlPAhXY&t=1557s] - Secondary causes of hypertension. 28:02 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJFsYlPAhXY&t=1682s] - Proper methods for monitoring blood pressure. 33:06 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJFsYlPAhXY&t=1986s] - Fainting without typical triggers. 34:01 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJFsYlPAhXY&t=2041s] - Urgency of seeking medical help for unusual pain, especially with risk factors. 36:34 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJFsYlPAhXY&t=2194s] - General advice on taking unusual pain seriously, considering risk factors. 37:28 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJFsYlPAhXY&t=2248s] - Enjoyment of being a cardiologist: patient interaction, research, and impact. 38:38 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJFsYlPAhXY&t=2318s] - Holistic approach in cardiology. 41:46 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJFsYlPAhXY&t=2506s] - Dr. Gosios's decision process leading to cardiology specialization. 43:13 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJFsYlPAhXY&t=2593s] - Advice on choosing medical specialties based on personal interest and fit. 44:06 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJFsYlPAhXY&t=2646s] - Importance of passion in medical career choices. 46:03 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJFsYlPAhXY&t=2763s] - Dealing with disappointment in patient communication and outcomes. 52:23 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJFsYlPAhXY&t=3143s] - Balancing assertiveness and empathy in patient interactions. 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Infertility - Is it a problem? What can YOU do about it? What can medicine do about it? | ε16

In the second episode of "Before it's too late", the topic of choice is infertility following an interview with Dr. Dimitrios Goulis - an OBGYN doctor who specializes in infertility treatment. For more information about Dr. Dimitrios Goulis, please check out his clinic's website and Instagram page by clicking the links below! Website: https://www.drgoulis.gr/en/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthclinicdrgoulis/?hl=en Timestamps 0:00 - Introduction 0:12 - Episode overview 0:37 - Episode structure: Three big questions 0:54 - Definition of infertility 1:13 - WHO definition 2:06 - Question: Is infertility a problem? 2:16 - Infertility statistics 3:23 - Dr. Goulis's perspective on infertility 4:28 - Causes of infertility 5:00 - Lifestyle factors 5:12 - Frequency of sexual intercourse 5:38 - Diet and exercise impact 6:02 - Alcohol effects 6:19 - Stress and anxiety impact 6:59 - Obesity and fertility 7:23 - Smoking and drugs impact 7:32 - Chemical exposure 7:39 - STD impact on fertility 8:01 - Pelvic inflammatory disease 9:00 - Medical treatments for infertility 9:14 - Female fertility treatments 9:37 - Male infertility treatments 9:57 - Assisted reproductive technology (ART) 10:27 - Intrauterine insemination (IUI) 10:48 - In vitro fertilization (IVF) 11:06 - IVF success rates 11:15 - Dr. Goulis's insights on IVF 12:19 - UK IVF study results 12:46 - Pregnancy vs. birth rates 13:54 - Egg/sperm preservation 14:56 - Episode summary Reference - Smith, A. D. A. C., Tilling, K., Nelson, S. M., & Lawlor, D. A. (2015). Live-birth rate associated with repeat in vitro fertilisation treatment cycles. JAMA, 314(24), 2654. https://doi.org/10.1001/JAMA.2015.17296 - Treatment for infertility - NHS. (n.d.). Retrieved April 25, 2024, from https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/infertility/treatment/ - Goulart, A. C. X., Farnezi, H. C. M., Medeiros França, J. P. B., dos Santos, A., Ramos, M. G., & Penna, M. L. F. (2020). HIV, HPV and Chlamydia trachomatis: impacts on male fertility. JBRA Assisted Reproduction, 24(4), 492. https://doi.org/10.5935/1518-0557.20200020 - Excess weight may affect sperm production, reduce fertility in men | News | Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. (n.d.). Retrieved April 25, 2024, from https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/news/hsph-in-the-news/excess-weight-sperm-fertility/ - Jóźków, P., & Mȩdraś, M. (2012). Psychological stress and the function of male gonads. Endokrynologia Polska, 63(1), 44–49. - Mascarenhas, M. N., Flaxman, S. R., Boerma, T., Vanderpoel, S., & Stevens, G. A. (2012). National, Regional, and Global Trends in Infertility Prevalence Since 1990: A Systematic Analysis of 277 Health Surveys. PLOS Medicine, 9(12), e1001356. https://doi.org/10.1371/JOURNAL.PMED.1001356 - vander Borght, M., & Wyns, C. (2018). Fertility and infertility: Definition and epidemiology. Clinical Biochemistry, 62, 2–10. https://doi.org/10.1016/J.CLINBIOCHEM.2018.03.012 We write blogs about our medical experience in Greece here https://www.themadicles.com/news Listen to us on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/5XKugCXs0PSIt2OG1qd4vh Find us on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-madicles-podcast/id1715123746 We make memes sometimes here https://instagram.com/the_madicles_podcast TikTok was Nick's idea https://tiktok.com/@the_madicles_podcast

INFERTILITY from the perspective of an OB-GYN doctor | Dr. Dimitrios Goulis | ε15

As the first doctor we have on the podcast, Dr. Dimitrios Goulis goes into detail about what he does and why it matters to those with problems regarding fertility and overall well-being. He is an OB-GYN / Fertility expert who aims to solve fertility issues between couples. We move on to talk about topics such as: . Who Dr. Dimitrios Goulis is . Why Gynecology and Fertility are important fields in Medicine and why they deserve more attention . The changing landscape of intimacy between couples . How family issues affect your mindset when it comes to having children . How Dr. Gouli is able to handle the difficulties of his field . How some of his cases have changed the way he practices Medicine . Breaking bad news to patients . The joy of practicing Medicine And much much more! #medicine #podcast #obgyn #fertility Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction to The Madicles Podcast1:13 - Introduction of Dr. Demetrios Goulis 3:24 - Importance of infertility for listeners 6:01 - Reversing early menopause case 8:48 - Importance of gynecology 10:03 - Addressing population aging and childbearing 11:00 - Fears and challenges of parenting 12:30 - Experience and motivation in the field 14:23 - Commonality of reduced sexual activity 15:45 - Causes of infertility 19:08 - Underestimation of anxiety and overworking 20:47 - Couple's state during treatment 21:59 - Divorce rates among treated couples 23:03 - Prevention methods for anxiety and overworking 24:42 - Oocyte preservation procedure 34:01 - Magical moments in medical practice 36:06 - Closing and challenge for listeners We write blogs about our medical experience in Greece here https://www.themadicles.com/news Listen to us on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/5XKugCXs0PSIt2OG1qd4vh Find us on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-madicles-podcast/id1715123746 We make memes sometimes here https://instagram.com/the_madicles_podcast TikTok was Nick's idea https://tiktok.com/@the_madicles_podcast

Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma - it can be cured, but can it be PREVENTED? | Before it's too late | ε14

Last week, we had the chance to talk with Georgia Agathonikou, who survived Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma that was diagnosed when she was 14 years old - https://youtu.be/wDt0JBXIhcs In this episode, we will be talking about whether we can prevent this disease, how it can be diagnosed early and most importantly, what you can actually do to see if you are at risk somehow. Timestamps 0:00 - Introduction to episode on lymphoma awareness. 1:03 - Early signs: Lumps in neck, armpit, groin. 2:32 - Risk factors: Age, family history, viruses, obesity. 4:41 - Practical steps: Self-examination, family palpation. 6:02 - Demonstration: Neck palpation technique. 8:43 - Research emphasis on treatment over prevention. 10:26 - Diagnostic methods: Biopsy, blood tests, imaging. 11:07 - Treatments: Radiochemotherapy, stem cell transplant. 11:32 - Prognosis factors: Age, stage of lymphoma. 11:34 - Conclusion and call for sharing. Reference https://www.cancer.org/cancer/types/non-hodgkin-lymphoma/detection-diagnosis-staging.html https://www.cancer.org/cancer/types/non-hodgkin-lymphoma/causes-risks-prevention.html https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/non-hodgkin-lymphoma/symptoms https://www.cancer.org/cancer/types/non-hodgkin-lymphoma/treating.html https://seer.cancer.gov/archive/csr/1975_2015/results_merged/sect_09_hodgkins.pdf Keith L, Herlihy W, Holmes H, Pin P. Breast implant-associated anaplastic large cell lymphoma. Proc (Bayl Univ Med Cent). 2017 Oct;30(4):441-442. doi: 10.1080/08998280.2017.11930221. PMID: 28966458; PMCID: PMC5595388. "Before it's too late" is our podcast new direction, which focus on disease prevention, health promotion and most importantly - tools and things you could use and do to achieve your ideal state. For the diseases that are not exactly preventable, we aim to provide information about early diagnosis and of course, signs and symptoms specific to the diseases. We write blogs about our medical experience in Greece here https://www.themadicles.com/news Listen to us on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/5XKugCXs0PSIt2OG1qd4vh Find us on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-madicles-podcast/id1715123746 We make memes sometimes here https://instagram.com/the_madicles_podcast TikTok was Nick's idea https://tiktok.com/@the_madicles_podcast

From Non-Hodgkin lymphoma cancer survivor to medical student | Georgia Agathonikou | ε13

We're back! In this episode, we are pleased to have on the podcast with us a fellow Medical student, Georgia Agathonikou. Georgia tells us about her experiences fighting cancer at a young age and how it helped shape her mindset, outlook, and what matters to her. We move on to discuss topics ranging from: . A bit about who Georgia is . Why it is important to care about Non-Hodgkin Lymphomas . Some background information about Non-Hodgkin Lymphomas . How Georgia handled the possibility of death . Perseverance and mindset . A rundown of how the symptoms formed . Studying for exams while being a patient in the ICU . How her mindset changed after recovery . Being labeled as "The girl who had cancer" . Why she decided to choose to be in Medicine . A closing message for those who might be going through something similar And much much more! #medicine #podcast #podcasts #medschoollife For more infomation about Non-Hodgkin lymphoma: https://www.cancer.org/cancer/types/non-hodgkin-lymphoma/detection-diagnosis-staging.html For more on Georgia's past and her fight with cancer, check out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9c9wBnt10pE Non-Hodgkin lymphoma statistics that we mentioned in the introduction: https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/non-hodgkin-lymphoma/survival Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction and Explanation for Absence 0:26 - Georgia's Cancer Survival Journey Introduction 0:33 - Characteristics and Symptoms of Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma 1:01 - Treatment Options and Survival Rates 1:35 - Risk Factors and Associations with NHL 2:12 - Interview Begins: Introduction 3:00 - Georgia's Background and Future Plans 4:06 - Audience and Value of the Podcast 4:59 - Georgia's Experience with Cancer Diagnosis 5:52 - Impact of Cancer Experience on Georgia's Life 7:43 - Coping with Cancer and Maintaining Positivity 8:36 - Reflecting on Near-Death Experience 10:38 - Impact of Cancer Experience on Relationships 18:06 - Returning to Hospitals as a Medical Student 19:20 - Memories and Support from Medical Staff 23:42 - Embracing Cancer Experience and Identity 25:21 - Motivation to Pursue Medicine 26:55 - Career Aspirations in Medicine 30:02 - Considering Specialties: Dermatology and Plastic Surgery 31:39 - Final Message: Importance of Positivity and Support We write blogs about our medical experience in Greece here https://www.themadicles.com/news Listen to us on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/5XKugCXs0PSIt2OG1qd4vh Find us on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-madicles-podcast/id1715123746 We make memes sometimes here https://instagram.com/the_madicles_podcast TikTok was Nick's idea https://tiktok.com/@the_madicles_podcast