Doctor Thyroid

About Doctor Thyroid

This show is for thyroid patients determined to improve their quality of life, with the best information available. You will gain insight from those who have discovered improved well-being regardless of setbacks, and hear from leading healthcare professionals, including endocrinologists, surgeons, functional medicine practitioners, and radiologists.

Publisher

Philip James interviews top thyroid experts about surgery, nutrition, endoc

Category

health & fitness · health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

12 Oct 2016

Latest episode

16 May 2025

Latest episodes

125 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   16 May 2025

   My Honest Review of Dr. Michael Yeh and my Thyroid Surgery Experience at UCLA

   I share my personal journey with thyroid surgery performed by Dr. Michael Yeh at UCLA. I break down what happened before, during, and after my surgery for a small thyroid nodule that was diagnosed as papillary thyroid cancer. Learn about the devastating complications I experienced, including vocal cord damage requiring an implant and nerve damage affecting my shoulder. I discuss important research showing that many thyroid cancers don't require immediate surgery, including a Finnish cadaver study and Dr. Miyauchi's 30-year watch-and-wait approach in Kobe, Japan. After my experience, I've interviewed over 100 thyroid specialists worldwide for my Dr. Thyroid podcast and discovered many alternatives to surgery. This episode also covers UCLA's lack of response to my complications and how medical institutions protect doctors through reputation management. If you've been diagnosed with thyroid cancer or nodules, please research all your options, including active surveillance and ablation, before rushing into surgery. Spanish captions available - subtítulos en español disponibles. WATCH PART 2 https://youtu.be/9OGUIILLlpg Resources and academic research are listed at the footer of the following report: https://docthyroid.com/what-happens-when-thyroid-surgery-turns-out-bad/ Doctor Thyroid Podcast: www.docthyroid.com Contact: philipjames@docthyroid.com YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@DoctorThyroid

2. 

   9 Nov 2024

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

   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

3. 

   8 Nov 2024

   This patient avoided thyroid surgery thanks to Dr Emad Kandil

   In this interview with Dr. Emad Kandil, a leading expert in thyroid ablation, patient Elizabeth shares her journey of receiving conflicting medical advice regarding her thyroid nodule. After consultations with multiple doctors in New York who recommended surgery, Elizabeth sought an alternative in New Orleans with Dr. Kandil, who offered a less invasive option—thyroid ablation. This video explores the benefits of microwave ablation (MWA) as an effective treatment for thyroid nodules, avoiding the complications of surgery and long-term medication dependency. Dr. Kandil provides in-depth insights into the procedure, its success rates, and how it preserves thyroid function, challenging the traditional approach of immediate surgical intervention. For those with suspicious thyroid nodules, this discussion highlights the importance of seeking second opinions and understanding all available treatment options before making a decision. About Baird Medical Baird Medical LLC, established in 2012 and headquartered in Guangzhou, China, is a leading developer and provider of minimally invasive medical devices specializing in microwave ablation (MWA) technology. In the U.S., the company continues to expand its reach, recently receiving FDA clearance to market its microwave ablation devices for thyroid treatment. @BairdMedical www.bairdmed.com NASDAQ: BDMD Baird Medical’s Assistance Center 888-508-6228 or erichuang@bairdmed.com 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 (https://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

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

3,410,724

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

4.2 / 5

64 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 74 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

74

Social presence

0

YouTube

93

Engagement

92

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