20-Minute Health Talk

News Break: Northwell Health announces the 2024 Constellation Forum

Listen to this Northwell Newsroom article about the 7th annual Northwell Health Constellation Forum, taking place on October 17, 2024. This leading innovation summit brings together healthcare visionaries, investors and disruptors for a day of discussion and collaboration. Registrants can join virtually or in person in New York City starting at 9 a.m. EST. 

Register here.

Speakers include industry leaders from United Therapeutics, IBM, the American College of Physicians, the FDA, and more.

• Andrea Califano, PhD, president, CZ Biohub New York, Chan Zuckerberg Initiative
• Douglas Kelly, MD, deputy center director for science, chief scientist, Center for Devices & Radiological Health (CDRH), Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
• Arvind Krishna, chairman and CEO, IBM
• Geoff Ling, MD, PhD, CEO, Ling and Associates, LLC, and former founding director of the Biological Technologies Office at the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA)
• Darilyn V. Moyer, MD, executive vice president and CEO, American College of Physicians
• Shola Oyewole, senior vice president, Innovative Technology, United Therapeutics
• Murthy Simhambhatla, PhD, president and CEO, SetPoint Medical
• Craig Venter, PhD, founder, J. Craig Venter Institute

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Ovarian cancer: New ways women can protect themselves

Ovarian cancer, often referred to as the "silent killer," has been misunderstood for years. In this episode of 20-Minute Health Talk, Jill Whyte, MD, a leading gynecologic oncologist at Northwell Health, demystifies the subtle symptoms that frequently go unnoticed and emphasizes the critical role of early diagnosis — particularly for those at the highest risk of ovarian cancer. She also explores the latest advances in treatment, from targeted therapies like PARP inhibitors, to minimally invasive surgeries and new preventive strategies. Prophylactic fallopian tube removal has been the standard of care for those at the highest risk but is now being used in certain situations for women at average risk.

During Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month in September, Dr. Whyte implores women everywhere to educate themselves and their family and friends to help reduce the impact of this deadly disease.

Read more about ovarian cancer, including how to detect and treat it.

Chapters:

• 01:15 - Ovarian cancer prevalence, trends
• 01:54 - Ovarian cancer symptoms
• 04:20 - PARP inhibitors and other ovarian cancer treatments
• 06:00 - Ovarian cancer risk factors
• 06:38 - Surgery types
• 08:38 - Strategies to prevent ovarian cancer
• 10:30 - The role of the fallopian tubes
• 14:50 - Catching ovarian cancer early
• 15:17 - Genetic testing
• 16:12 - Northwell's Cancer Institute
• 17:15 - Patient navigators

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Bringing IBD care up to speed with a new Center

Surgery is supposed to lead to relief. For as many as 40% of inflammatory bowel disease patients, though, it leads to post-operative complications, which often lead to more surgery. It’s one of several problems facing IBD care, a field in which not enough specialists are available to accurately diagnose and treat it, medicinally or surgically. Gastroenterologist Feza Remzi, MD, recognizing this, helped form a Center for Advanced Inflammatory Bowel Disease Care at Northwell, which he’s led since April 2024. On this episode, Dr. Remzi discusses the disease and explains the work his Center is doing to improve care for patients across the country.

Read more about IBD and the work of the Center.

Chapters:

• 00:02 - Intro
• 3:35 - Dr. Remzi's journey
• 4:21 - What is IBD?
• 5:10 - Ulcerative colitis
• 6:48 - Crohn's disease
• 7:14 - Diagnosing IBD
• 7:40 - Medication
• 9:56 - Surgery
• 10:39 - J pouch surgery
• 12:22 - Strictureplasty
• 13:04 - What keeps people from surgeries they need?
• 14:50 - The idea for the IBD Center
• 15:48 - What is the IBD Center?
• 19:44 - IBD research at the Feinstein Institutes
• 20:41 - The Center's tissue bank
• 21:37 - Treating patients today
• 22:43 - Outro

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World Trade Center health program: Caring for 9/11 first responders

Only 20 people survived the collapse of the Twin Towers and were pulled from the rubble on September 11, 2001. Two of them were saved by Scott Strauss and Eddie Reyes. The now-retired NYPD police officers joined 20-Minute Health Talk on the 20 anniversary of 9/11 in 2021 to share their stories and discuss the long-term health hazards they live with as a result of exposure to toxic fumes. Today, 23 years to the day, we revisit this somber, but important conversation, which also involved Jacqueline Moline, MD, MSc, who directs the Northwell Health World Trade Center (WTC) health program in Queens. She is also senior vice president of Northwell’s Occupational Medicine, Epidemiology and Prevention department. She explains who qualifies, how it benefits 9/11 first responders and lessons learned from her experience leading the WTC health program. 

More resources:

• Never forget the 9/11 responders who risked their lives
• World Trade Center health program improves survival, longevity for 9/11 first responders
• Retired NYPD officers: We dug through the World Trade Center rubble, looking for our brothers
  
• New trial tracks long-term effects of burn pit exposure among veterans
• Burn pits: Understanding the problem, identifying solutions
• 5 ways to improve veterans health care services
  

Inside a psych unit: Therapeutic insights from HBO's "One South" (Part 2)

In Part 2 of our conversation on 20-Minute Health Talk, Sandra Lindsay, RN, continues the discussion with the creators of HBO’s One South: Portrait of a Psych Unit and clinical psychologist Laura Braider, PhD. This episode dives deeper into the therapeutic skills highlighted in the documentary, including radical acceptance, mindfulness, and opposite action. Dr. Braider and filmmakers Alexandra Shiva and Lindsey Megrue explain how these techniques are not only helping patients at One South but can also be applied to everyday life to manage stress, anxiety, and emotional challenges. They also explore the impact on staff and what Dr. Braider's team does to cope. 

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Meet our guests

• Laura Braider, PhD, clinical psychologist and associate vice president of behavioral health at Northwell Health; associate vice president of Northwell's Behavioral Health College Partnership
  Alexandra Shiva is an award-winning filmmaker and co-founder of Gidalya Pictures. She is known for her compelling documentaries highlighting social issues and human stories, including One South (2024), How to Dance in Ohio (2015) and more.
  Lindsey Megrue is a producer with Gidalya Pictures. Also a director, she is known for her work on films like One South (2024), We Are Witnesses (2017), and Finding Your Roots with Henry Louis Gates, Jr. (2012).

Inside a psych unit: Behind the scenes of HBO's "One South" (Part 1)

In this episode of 20-Minute Health Talk, Sandra Lindsay, RN, sits down with the filmmakers of HBO's groundbreaking documentary series One South: Portrait of a Psych Unit.  Also joining them is one of the clinicians featured in the doc, Laura Braider, PhD. Together, they explore the origins of this powerful two-part series, the challenges of working in an in-patient psychiatric unit, and the vital role of Northwell's unique Behavioral Health College Partnership at Zucker Hillside Hospital. You'll hear what it's really like for patients, healthcare providers — and filmmakers — inside this psych unit, and how the documentary is shedding light on mental health care like never before.

 

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Meet our guests

• Laura Braider, PhD, clinical psychologist and associate vice president of behavioral health at Northwell Health; associate vice president of Northwell's Behavioral Health College Partnership
• Alexandra Shiva is an award-winning filmmaker and co-founder of Gidalya Pictures. She is known for her compelling documentaries that highlight social issues and human stories, including One South (2024), How to Dance in Ohio (2015) and more.
• Lindsey Megrue is a producer with Gidalya Pictures. Also a director, she is known for her work on films like One South (2024), We Are Witnesses (2017), and Finding Your Roots with Henry Louis Gates, Jr. (2012).

More on One South

• Media coverage
• Press release: Northwell Health featured in new HBO original two-part documentary. 
• One South: A psychiatric unit and a documentary. Read more.

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My menopause story: Host Sandra Lindsay reveals her experience

In this episode, host Sandra Lindsay, RN, opens up about living with menopause with the goal of demystifying this phase of life and providing others in the same situation with hope and guidance. Sandra emphasizes the importance of finding certified menopause experts, and her OB/GYN, Jane Noah, MD, NCMP, and clinical health coach, Nadia Bey, M. A. /NBC-HWC, both weigh in as well. Dr. Noah helped Lindsay understand her symptoms and guided her through hormone replacement therapy; Nadia offered information about non-medicinal interventions for menopause, like diet, sleep and exercise. All three share their insights and advice on menopause treatment, symptoms and management.

This is Ep. 3 of our series on menopause. Episodes 1 and 2 are available in our feed. 

• Ep. 1: Menopause: Symptoms, stigma and the truth about hormone replacement therapy (HRT)
• Ep. 2: The menopause movement: Breaking the silence

Episode resources

• The Women’s Health Initiative Randomized Trials and Clinical Practice
  A Review - JAMA study
• What is menopause?
• Women have been shamed and stigmatized over menopause for years
• 5 Ways to Manage Your Menopause
• It’s not just you ... sex after menopause may not always be so easy
• Vaginal Bleeding After Menopause: Yes, It Happens
• Veozah, Explained: How It Treats Hot Flashes
• How To Stay Healthy After Medical Menopause
• Living Your Best Life Post-Menopause
• Can Periods Restart After Menopause?
• Can You Get Pregnant After Menopause?

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The menopause movement: Breaking the silence

In this episode, three inspiring women share their menopause journeys: Shani McGraham-Shirley, a popular fitness instructor and motivational speaker; Emmy Award-winning journalist Tamsen Fadal; and certified nutrition coach Stephanie Shaw. This episode, Part 2 of our three-part series on menopause, highlights the growing movement of women speaking up about the stigma surrounding this natural yet often misunderstood phase of life. Through sharing their personal stories, Shani, Tamsen and Stephanie provide invaluable insights and inspire women everywhere to join this movement, seek proper care, and reclaim their health and well-being.

 

Episodes 1 and 3 are available in our feed. 

• Ep. 1: Menopause: Symptoms, stigma and the truth about hormone replacement therapy (HRT)
• Ep. 3: My menopause story: Host Sandra Lindsay reveals her experience

Meet our guests

• Shani McGraham-Shirley, CEO, Yahsuh Fitness Ltd., a renowned fitness instructor and motivational speaker, shares her eye-opening realization that many women, unaware they're entering perimenopause, feel as if they're losing their minds. Shani’s passionate advocacy reveals the gap in medical care and the unnecessary suffering women endure due to a lack of proper diagnosis.
• Tamsen Fadal is an Emmy Award-winning journalist, author, women's health advocate and certified integrative health coach. Tamsen’s journey from confusion and fear to empowerment and education highlights the urgent need for awareness and support.
• Stephanie Shaw, a certified nutrition coach, host of the Hello, Hot Flash podcast and menopause educator recounts her nearly two-year battle for a diagnosis, involving 18 doctors across four states. Her story of resilience and discovery of holistic health solutions serves as a beacon of hope for women navigating similar challenges.

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Menopause: Symptoms, stigma and the truth about hormone replacement therapy (HRT)

Despite being a condition that impacts more than half the world’s population, menopause remains understudied, over-stigmatized and clouded by myths and misconceptions. To help clear up the confusion, host Sandra Lindsay, RN, speaks with leading menopause experts and advocates about the emerging science and improved solutions for this difficult time of life. In Ep. 1 of this three-part series, Sandra welcomes Vanessa Soviero, MD, an OB/GYN and certified menopause practitioner, to discuss the wide range of physical and emotional changes that occur during menopause. Dr. Soviero delves into familiar symptoms and ones that are less common, explaining how to manage menopause effectively, while stressing the importance of making informed health decisions and embracing this new stage of life with confidence. She also has advice on what to look for in an OB/GYN and explores all that Northwell's Katz Institute for Women’s Health initiative is doing to ensure all women get the care they need. 

This is Ep. 1 of our series on menopause. Listen to episodes 2 and 3 in our feed now. 

• Ep. 2: The menopause movement: Breaking the silence
• Ep. 3: My menopause story: Host Sandra Lindsay reveals her experience

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The fight for age-friendly health care in America

As we live longer, some even into their 100s, those 65 and older have become the fastest-growing population in the U.S. While an incredible victory for public health, it also presents a unique set of challenges, to which Maria Carney, MD, says the country's health system must quickly adapt. On this episode, she and her co-author Michael Dowling join host Sandra Lindsay, RN, to discuss their new book, The Aging Revolution: The History of Geriatric Health Care and What Really Matters to Older Adults. Along with their fellow co-author, Charles Kenney, they share the remarkable history of geriatric medicine in the U.S. and highlight those who devoted their careers to easing suffering and improving the lives of aging adults. 

 

Meet the experts:

• Michael Dowling is president and CEO of Northwell Health and author of After the Roof Caved In, released in 2022, and Leading Through a Pandemic, released in 2020. 
• Dr. Carney is chief of geriatric and palliative medicine, and medical director of post-acute services at Northwell Health; she also served as Nassau County health commissioner.

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