Medically Speaking with Dr. Eve Glazier

What do our kidneys actually do? What are the early warning signs of kidney disease? In this episode, Dr. Eve Glazier welcomes Dr. Anjay Rastogi, Founding Director of the CORE Kidney Program at UCLA Health and kidney expert, to have an open and honest conversation about common kidney diseases. He describes what symptoms to look out for, how kidney function is tested, and offers simple tips on how to keep these vital organs healthy.

Throughout this episode, Dr. Rastogi recounts patient stories that help illustrate advances in current treatments and offer hope for patients who are newly diagnosed with kidney disease. He highlights the lifesaving power of organ donation and transplantation, explaining when and how it becomes the most viable option for a patient. He also shares personal stories of his work outside of clinical care that will offer hope to everyone.

Podcast Credits for UCLA Health Medically Speaking with Dr. Eve Glazier:

• Host: Dr. Eve Glazier
• Executive Producers: Annie Krasnow, Michael Burke
• Producers: Niki Miller, Jessica Alabastro
• Creative Producer: Kanza Shaheen
• Associate Producer: Jennifer Feld
• Technical Directors: Adrian Cardoso, Andrew Stocks
• Editor: Tony Sweet
• Recorded at: Canella Media

Special thanks to our expert guests and the incredible staff across UCLA Health who make this podcast possible. A special thank you to Johnese Spisso, President of UCLA Health and CEO of the UCLA Hospital System, for her visionary leadership and support. We are also grateful to the patients and families whose stories inspire our work every day.

Produced by: UCLA Health Communications & Marketing

Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

Dr. Eve Glazier welcomes Dr. Misty Richards, psychiatrist and maternal mental health expert, to explore the concept of matrescence. What is matrescence and why does it matter? In this intimate conversation, Dr. Richards explains why naming the profound transformation to motherhood is essential to creating a safer and more nurturing environment for mothers everywhere.

She answers the questions that many of us are too afraid to ask. Why does motherhood feel like such an abrupt identity shift? Do cultural standards dictate that mothers leave behind parts of their former selves? How do societal expectations impact a mother's state of mind?

Dr. Richards describes the structural and emotional changes that happen to the maternal brain at different intervals and stresses the importance of a strong support system. Through the sharing of both personal stories and scientific revelations, she dispels the belief that motherhood starts with a single frightening leap and instead illustrates that it is a process—one that continually evolves over time. When armed with the right tools and information, matrescence, an often isolating and overwhelming experience, can become a time of healing, growth, and connection.

Podcast Credits for UCLA Health Medically Speaking with Dr. Eve Glazier:

• Host: Dr. Eve Glazier
• Executive Producers: Annie Krasnow, Michael Burke
• Producers: Niki Miller, Jessica Alabastro
• Creative Producer: Kanza Shaheen
• Associate Producer: Jennifer Feld
• Technical Directors: Adrian Cardoso, Andrew Stocks
• Editor: Tony Sweet
• Recorded at: Canella Media

Special thanks to our expert guests and the incredible staff across UCLA Health who make this podcast possible. A special thank you to Johnese Spisso, President of UCLA Health and CEO of the UCLA Hospital System, for her visionary leadership and support. We are also grateful to the patients and families whose stories inspire our work every day.

Produced by: UCLA Health Communications & Marketing

Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

Think of primary care as your health's home base—the place you go not just when you're sick, but to stay well. In this episode, Dr. Eve Glazier sits down with Dr. Maria Han and Dr. William Carroll to unpack why having a primary care provider matters. They share how regular check-ins catch problems early, make chronic conditions easier to manage, and give you a trusted partner who can coordinate care with specialists. You'll learn how to prepare for appointments, what questions to ask, and what info to bring so visits feel productive, not rushed. We also bust common myths, walk through how to choose the right PCP for you, and offer tips for building a strong, long-term relationship with your provider. If you've ever wondered, "Do I really need a PCP?"—this conversation will make the case, with practical steps you can use today.

Podcast Credits for UCLA Health Medically Speaking with Dr. Eve Glazier:

• Host: Dr. Eve Glazier
• Executive Producers: Annie Krasnow, Michael Burke
• Producers: Niki Miller, Jessica Alabastro
• Creative Producer: Kanza Shaheen
• Associate Producer: Jennifer Feld
• Technical Directors: Adrian Cardoso, Andrew Stocks
• Editor: Tony Sweet
• Recorded at: Canella Media

Special thanks to our expert guests and the incredible staff across UCLA Health who make this podcast possible. A special thank you to Johnese Spisso, President of UCLA Health and CEO of the UCLA Hospital System, for her visionary leadership and support. We are also grateful to the patients and families whose stories inspire our work every day.

Produced by: UCLA Health Communications & Marketing

Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

Social Care is a holistic concept that bridges the gap between medical treatment and people's everyday lives. From food and housing to transportation, healthcare must expand beyond the clinic walls to address more than just a patient's clinical healthcare needs. In this episode, Dr. Eve Glazier has a candid conversation with Jasper Kump, a thought leader and clinical social worker, and Niki Miller, who serves as Chief of Staff for the Faculty Practice Group at UCLA. Jasper and Niki offer unique perspectives on building infrastructure that improves quality and health equity for patients from every community.

This episode dives deep into the social determinants of health, including financial strain and housing needs. Niki and Jasper both highlight unique patient stories to help illustrate just how even small social care interventions can make the world of difference in a patient's health outcome.

Community Resources https://www.uclahealth.org/patient-resources/community-resources

Podcast Credits for UCLA Health Medically Speaking with Dr. Eve Glazier:

• Host: Dr. Eve Glazier
• Executive Producers: Annie Krasnow, Michael Burke
• Producers: Niki Miller, Jessica Alabastro
• Creative Producer: Kanza Shaheen
• Associate Producer: Jennifer Feld
• Technical Directors: Adrian Cardoso, Andrew Stocks
• Editor: Tony Sweet
• Recorded at: Canella Media

Special thanks to our expert guests and the incredible staff across UCLA Health who make this podcast possible. A special thank you to Johnese Spisso, President of UCLA Health and CEO of the UCLA Hospital System, for her visionary leadership and support. We are also grateful to the patients and families whose stories inspire our work every day.

Produced by: UCLA Health Communications & Marketing

Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

Breast cancer screening saves lives—but the guidelines are changing, and many women are left wondering what that means for them. Should you start screening earlier? Do you need more than a mammogram if you're at higher risk?

In this episode, Dr. Eve Glazier sits down with breast surgeon Dr. Carlie Thompson to break down the essentials of breast health. They cover everything from the truth about self-exams and clinical breast exams, to when mammograms and ultrasounds are most effective. You'll also hear how family history and genetics can influence your personal risk, and what steps you can take to stay proactive.

Dr. Thompson shares candid advice for anyone hesitant about screening and explains how today's advanced imaging tools are helping doctors catch cancers earlier and treat them more precisely than ever before. This conversation clears up myths, offers practical guidance, and empowers women to take charge of their breast health with confidence.

RECAST Study: https://www.quantumleaphealth.org/for-investigators/recast-dcis/

Podcast Credits for UCLA Health Medically Speaking with Dr. Eve Glazier:

• Host: Dr. Eve Glazier
• Executive Producers: Annie Krasnow, Michael Burke
• Producers: Niki Miller, Jessica Alabastro
• Creative Producer: Kanza Shaheen
• Associate Producer: Jennifer Feld
• Technical Directors: Adrian Cardoso, Andrew Stocks
• Editor: Tony Sweet
• Recorded at: Canella Media

Special thanks to our expert guests and the incredible staff across UCLA Health who make this podcast possible. A special thank you to Johnese Spisso, President of UCLA Health and CEO of the UCLA Hospital System, for her visionary leadership and support. We are also grateful to the patients and families whose stories inspire our work every day.

Produced by: UCLA Health Communications & Marketing

Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

Sports-related overuse injuries are on the rise among young athletes — sometimes affecting them for years to come. What's behind this trend, and how can we protect our kids during their critical growth years?

In this episode, Dr. Eve Glazier speaks with sports medicine specialist Dr. Marissa Vasquez about early recognition, proper management, and key prevention strategies. From the importance of playing multiple sports to allowing essential rest and recovery time, Dr. Vasquez shares practical tips to keep growing bodies healthy and strong.

She also explains when it's time to see a specialist, how to tell the difference between a minor injury and something more serious, and what we can learn from her work with both professional and recreational athletes of all ages.

Podcast Credits for UCLA Health Medically Speaking with Dr. Eve Glazier:

• Host: Dr. Eve Glazier
• Executive Producers: Annie Krasnow, Michael Burke
• Producers: Niki Miller, Jessica Alabastro
• Creative Producer: Kanza Shaheen
• Associate Producer: Jennifer Feld
• Technical Directors: Adrian Cardoso, Andrew Stocks
• Editor: Tony Sweet
• Recorded at: Canella Media

Special thanks to our expert guests and the incredible staff across UCLA Health who make this podcast possible. A special thank you to Johnese Spisso, President of UCLA Health and CEO of the UCLA Hospital System, for her visionary leadership and support. We are also grateful to the patients and families whose stories inspire our work every day.

Produced by: UCLA Health Communications & Marketing

Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

Menopause may bring big changes — but it doesn't mean the end of intimacy. In this final episode of our menopause series, Dr. Eve Glazier sits down with OB-GYNs Dr. Mya Zapata and Dr. Rajita Patil for a candid and empowering conversation about women's sexual health after 40ish.

We unpack how hormonal shifts, cultural narratives, and aging can affect libido, intimacy, and self-image — and more importantly, what you can do about it. From normalizing what's rarely talked about to offering real strategies for navigating discomfort, desire, and connection, this episode is both informative and reassuring.

What you'll hear:

• Sex after 40 — what changes and why
• Solo vs. relational intimacy
• Body image and self-perception
• Cultural myths around aging and sex
• When to seek help (and what kind)
• Tips to improve intimacy and sexual wellness

Podcast Credits for UCLA Health Medically Speaking with Dr. Eve Glazier:

• Host: Dr. Eve Glazier
• Executive Producers: Annie Krasnow, Michael Burke
• Producers: Niki Miller, Jessica Alabastro
• Creative Producer: Kanza Shaheen
• Associate Producer: Jennifer Feld
• Technical Directors: Adrian Cardoso, Andrew Stocks
• Editor: Tony Sweet
• Recorded at: Canella Media

Special thanks to our expert guests and the incredible staff across UCLA Health who make this podcast possible. A special thank you to Johnese Spisso, President of UCLA Health and CEO of the UCLA Hospital System, for her visionary leadership and support. We are also grateful to the patients and families whose stories inspire our work every day.

Produced by: UCLA Health Communications & Marketing

Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

Perimenopause, this natural, transitional phase leading up to menopause, is often overlooked, yet it can bring profound changes to a person's health and daily life. In this episode, Dr. Eve Glazier sits down with obstetrician-gynecologists Dr. Mya Zapata, Dr. Rajita Patil, and Dr. Erica Oberman for a candid and compassionate conversation that helps redefine how we understand and support the body in transition.

Together, they explore the wide range of symptoms, from hot flashes, sleep disruption, and memory changes to depression, ADHD-like symptoms, and bone health. They also unpack myths about "hormonal imbalance," explain why hormone level testing isn't always helpful, and emphasize the importance of personalized, holistic care—including exercise, sleep, and treatment options tailored to the individual.

By challenging outdated narratives and advocating for inclusive, supportive language, this conversation offers both medical insight and real-world guidance for navigating perimenopause and menopause with clarity, confidence, and care.

Podcast Credits for UCLA Health Medically Speaking with Dr. Eve Glazier:

• Host: Dr. Eve Glazier
• Executive Producers: Annie Krasnow, Michael Burke
• Producers: Niki Miller, Jessica Alabastro
• Creative Producer: Kanza Shaheen
• Associate Producer: Jennifer Feld
• Technical Directors: Adrian Cardoso, Andrew Stocks
• Editor: Tony Sweet
• Recorded at: Canella Media

Special thanks to our expert guests and the incredible staff across UCLA Health who make this podcast possible. A special thank you to Johnese Spisso, President of UCLA Health and CEO of the UCLA Hospital System, for her visionary leadership and support. We are also grateful to the patients and families whose stories inspire our work every day.

Produced by: UCLA Health Communications & Marketing

Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

What is menopause—really? How do we define menopause, perimenopause, and what happens during this new beginning? In this episode, Dr. Eve Glazier welcomes obstetrician-gynecologists Dr. Mya Zapata and Dr. Rajita Patil for an honest, positive, and enlightening conversation about the transition into menopause. From understanding what's "normal" to knowing when to see a doctor, Drs. Zapata and Patil break down the hormonal, emotional, and physical changes that can occur. We explore how language shapes our understanding of this life phase: the words we use, the narratives we inherit, and how those stories influence how we feel in our bodies. Whether it's navigating new symptoms, shifts in mental health, or simply learning what's happening and why, this episode invites listeners to see menopause not as a decline, but as a powerful evolution. With expert insight and compassionate guidance, we reframe menopause as a meaningful, manageable, and even liberating chapter of life.

Podcast Credits for UCLA Health Medically Speaking with Dr. Eve Glazier:

• Host: Dr. Eve Glazier
• Executive Producers: Annie Krasnow, Michael Burke
• Producers: Niki Miller, Jessica Alabastro
• Creative Producer: Kanza Shaheen
• Associate Producer: Jennifer Feld
• Technical Directors: Adrian Cardoso, Andrew Stocks
• Editor: Tony Sweet
• Recorded at: Canella Media

Special thanks to our expert guests and the incredible staff across UCLA Health who make this podcast possible. A special thank you to Johnese Spisso, President of UCLA Health and CEO of the UCLA Hospital System, for her visionary leadership and support. We are also grateful to the patients and families whose stories inspire our work every day.

Produced by: UCLA Health Communications & Marketing

Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

Why do so many men put off taking care of their health—and how can that change? In this episode, Dr. Eve Glazier sits down with urologist Dr. Christopher Saigal for a candid, judgment-free conversation about the key issues impacting men's health. From hormone changes and prostate concerns to sexual wellness and healthy aging, Dr. Saigal breaks down the topics many men hesitate to discuss. He debunks persistent myths fueled by "bro science," offers real treatment options, and shares practical advice on when it's time to see a doctor. Whether you're navigating your own health or supporting someone else, this episode shines a light on what men need to know—and why it's time to start talking about it.

Podcast Credits for UCLA Health Medically Speaking with Dr. Eve Glazier:

• Host: Dr. Eve Glazier
• Creative Producer: Kanza Shaheen
• Associate Producer: Jennifer Feld
• Technical Directors: Adrian Cardoso, Andrew Stocks
• Editor: Tony Sweet
• Recorded at: Canella Media

Special thanks to our expert guests and the incredible staff across UCLA Health who make this podcast possible. A special thank you to Johnese Spisso, President of UCLA Health and CEO of the UCLA Hospital System, for her visionary leadership and support. We are also grateful to the patients and families whose stories inspire our work every day.

Produced by: UCLA Health Communications & Marketing

Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.