Thyroid Cancer Is Not Going to Kill You (Papillary), with Dr. Amanda Laird from Rutgers Cancer Institute of NJ

Thyroid Cancer Is Not Going to Kill You (Papillary), with Dr. Amanda Laird from Rutgers Cancer Institute of NJ

Author: Philip James interviews top thyroid experts about surgery, nutrition, endoc May 30, 2021 Duration: 24:44

Dr. Amanda Laird, MD is an endocrine surgeon and Chief of Endocrine Surgery at the Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey in New Brunswick, New Jersey. She is currently licensed to practice medicine in New Jersey and New York. She is affiliated with Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey and Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Hospital.

In this interview, Dr. Laird reflects on a decade of treating papillary thyroid cancer patients and reports none have died.  In this interview we also explore these questions:

  1. Prognosis and what will happen in the long run and quality of life.
  2. Surgery complications.
  3. Levothyroxine side-effects, including weight gain. 
  4. Life after surgery and RAI.
  5. What causes thyroid cancer.
  6. What time of day to take thyroid replacement medication.
  7. What blood tests should be ordered and is fasting necessary prior to thyroid lab work.

NOTES

Amanda Laird, MD

American Thyroid Association 

 


Navigating thyroid health often feels like piecing together a complex puzzle where medical advice, personal experience, and daily well-being intersect. Doctor Thyroid is a space dedicated to that intricate journey, hosted by Philip James. This podcast moves beyond basic explanations to explore the nuanced realities of thyroid conditions, from surgery and radiology to the pivotal roles of nutrition and functional medicine. Philip facilitates conversations with a carefully selected roster of endocrinologists, surgeons, and other top clinical experts, ensuring the dialogue is both authoritative and deeply practical. You’ll also hear from individuals who have personally navigated setbacks and discovered paths to improved health, offering a grounded, relatable perspective. The aim is to provide listeners with a comprehensive toolkit of information-not just the clinical facts, but the applied strategies for enhancing day-to-day life. Whether you’re seeking to understand a new diagnosis, evaluate treatment options, or simply find community in shared experiences, this series offers a thoughtful resource. Tune in for a candid exploration of thyroid care that respects the intelligence of the patient and the expertise of the professionals guiding them.
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