Doctor Thyroid

A SURGEON Warns Against Thyroid Surgery: Preserving QUALITY of LIFE with Dr. Emad Kandil


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Join us as Dr. Emad Kandil, a leading expert in thyroid ablation, sits down with Philip James in the heart of New Orleans. In this candid and insightful conversation, Dr. Kandil shares his journey from aspiring engineer to becoming a renowned thyroid surgeon, influenced by a life-changing event involving his younger brother.

Against the backdrop of the city's iconic Café du Monde and a rigorous CrossFit session, the two explore the complexities of thyroid surgery, discussing why Dr. Kandil often advocates for ablation over traditional thyroidectomies to preserve patients' quality of life.

As the conversation unfolds, viewers examine Dr. Kandil’s commitment to research, patient care, and innovation. They venture from the cafe to the gym and finally to Dr. Kandil's clinic, where modern technology meets compassionate healthcare. For anyone considering thyroid surgery or seeking alternatives, this episode explores non-surgical options and the science behind thyroid ablation.

Discover how one surgeon’s philosophy and approach redefine patient outcomes—one thyroid at a time.

About Dr. Emad Kandil Dr. Emad Kandil is a renowned expert in endocrine and oncological surgery. He is the Chief of General, Endocrine, and Oncological Surgery at Tulane University in New Orleans, Louisiana. He holds the prestigious Elias Hanna Chair in Surgery and is celebrated for his groundbreaking work in minimally invasive thyroid treatments, including thyroid ablation. Dr. Kandil has performed over 1,000 thyroid ablation procedures, establishing himself as a leading figure in using this innovative treatment approach in the United States. www.emadkandil.com

About Philip James Philip James hosts the Doctor Thyroid podcast, a platform that provides patients with information on alternative thyroid treatments. His work focuses specifically on minimally invasive procedures like thyroid ablation. He aims to help patients avoid unnecessary thyroid surgeries, a mission close to him after his own experience with an unneeded surgery. www.docthyroid.com

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