A video series and podcast by Ochsner Health. Hosted by Robin Barnes, award winning artist and one of New Orleans’ biggest cultural ambassadors, we invite guest physicians onto the show for long form deep dives into fascinating medical innovations and technology being utilized at Ochsner Health.
Join host Robin Barnes on this episode of Decoded by Ochsner Health as she sits down with Clark Alsfeld, MD, an oncologist at Ochsner MD Anderson Cancer Center. Together, they discuss bone marrow transplants, one of the most complex and powerful treatments in cancer care. Whether you or a loved one has been diagnosed with leukemia, lymphoma or another blood cancer, understanding this treatment is an important step in your care journey. Let's decode it.
To learn more about Dr. Alsfeld visit: https://www.ochsner.org/doctors/clark-alsfeld
For more information on the podcast series and more episodes visit: https://www.ochsner.org/decoded
30 Jun 2026
Menopause and Women's Wellness: Decoded
In the latest episode of Decoded: Menopause and Women’s Wellness, we explore women’s health topics with Ochsner expert, Elizabeth Lapeyre, MD, a board-certified gynecologist, menopause society certified practitioner and integrative medicine specialist. We discuss a wide range of changes and concerns surrounding menopause, including common and unexpected symptoms like brain fog, joint pain and sleep disruptions, providing clear, fact-based answers to frequently asked questions.
To learn more about Dr. Lapeyre visit: www.ochsner.org/doctors/elizabeth-lapeyre
For more information on the podcast series and more episodes visit: https://www.ochsner.org/decoded
9 Apr 2026
Robotic Kidney Transplant: Decoded
In this episode of the Decoded podcast, host Robin Barnes sits down with Ochsner Health transplant surgeons Dennis Sonnier Jr., MD, and Emily Bugeaud, MD, to discuss the transformative impact of robotic kidney transplants. For patients seeking kidney transplant information, understanding your surgical options empowers you to make the best decisions for your health. Our expert surgeons explain how robotic-assisted procedures use smaller incisions, leading to faster recovery times and less pain than traditional open surgery. Let's decode it.
To learn more about Dr. Sonnier visit: https://www.ochsner.org/doctors/dennis-sonnier/
To learn more about Dr. Bugeaud visit: https://www.ochsner.org/doctors/emily-bugeaud/
For more information on the podcast series and more episodes visit: https://www.ochsner.org/decoded
27 Feb 2026
Women's Heart Health: Decoded
Cardiovascular disease remains understudied and underdiagnosed in women. On this episode of the Decoded podcast, host Robin Barnes sits down with non-invasive cardiologist Dominique Williams, MD, to discuss the critical aspects of women's heart health. Let's decode it. To learn more about Dr. Williams visit: https://www.ochsner.org/doctors/dominique-williams-md/ For more information on the podcast series and more episodes visit: https://www.ochsner.org/decoded
2 Dec 2025
Lung Cancer Surgery: Decoded
Welcome to Decoded, a podcast dedicated to exploring the cutting-edge innovations at Ochsner Health. In this episode, host Robin Barnes is joined by Brian Pettiford, MD, MBA, MMM, FACS, surgical oncologist at Ochsner MD Anderson Cancer Center. His work focuses on robotic surgery for lung cancer and benign lung disease. Dr. Pettiford explains the science of thoracic surgery and discusses new technology in lung cancer treatment. Let’s decode it.
To learn more about Dr. Pettiford visit: https://www.ochsner.org/doctors/brian-pettiford/
For more information on the podcast series and more episodes visit: https://www.ochsner.org/decoded
#LungCancer #ThoracicSurgery #RoboticSurgery #OchsnerHealth #CancerTreatment #HealthcareInnovation
13 Oct 2025
Neuro-Oncology: Decoded
Welcome to Decoded, a podcast dedicated to exploring the cutting-edge innovations being utilized at Ochsner Health, hosted by Robin Barnes. This episode features Caroline T. Goldin, MD, the only neuro-oncologist in the region of New Orleans, gives scientific insight into her specialty and has surprising advice for aspiring doctors. Let's decode it.
To learn more about Dr. Goldin visit: https://www.ochsner.org/doctors/caroline-goldin/
For more information on the podcast series and more episodes visit: https://www.ochsner.org/decoded
14 Jul 2025
Eat Fit: Decoded
Forget fads and myths – this conversation is about real-world access to nutritious food. Ochsner Health is rolling out Eat Fit across every corner of its campuses, from grab-and-go coolers to vending machines, and slashing prices to make the healthy option the easy option. In this episode of Decoded, host Kaitlyn Heckel speaks with special guests Dr. Veronica Gillispie-Bell, a board-certified OBGYN and health outcomes expert, and Molly Kimball, a registered dietitian and founder of Ochsner Eat Fit to share more about this initiative, plus the latest on food and mood, hormones, social media and more.To learn more about Eat Fit, please visit: https://www.ochsner.org/eat-fit/
To learn more about Dr. Veronica Gillispie-Bell, please visit: https://www.ochsner.org/doctors/veronica-gillispie
6 Jan 2025
Cancer Immunotherapy: Decoded
Welcome to "Cancer Immunotherapy: Decoded" a podcast dedicated to exploring the cutting-edge innovations in the fight against cancer. Whether you're new to the topic of immunotherapy or looking to expand your understanding of advanced treatments like T-cell therapies, this episode featuring oncologist Daniel Johnson, MD, is a guide to this medical frontier. Let's decode it.
https://www.ochsner.org/doctors/daniel-johnson
#CancerResearch #DonateForACure #PreventCancer #Decoded
2 Dec 2024
Treating Alzheimer's Disease: Decoded
Dr. Richard Isaacson and Dr. Heather Snyder decode the complexities of Alzheimer's disease, empowering listeners with actionable insights to better support loved ones and navigate this challenging condition.
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