The JAFERD Cast
The JAFERD Cast
Podcast Description
Introducing The JAFERD Cast! A medical-focused podcast with news, analysis, mostly respectable guests, and one sarcastic ER Physician. Join Dr. Mark Pappadakis as he dives into common questions like: What's the big deal about a fever? How do I know if something is broken or sprained? Is my blood pressure really going to kill me?Listen in as he offers a breakdown of current news and events and how they affect patients and providers both, presented to you from just another fricking ER doctor with high amounts of snark and low-levels of expertise - at least according to other experts.
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The podcast covers a variety of key medical topics including blood pressure management, the generational gap in healthcare, vaccine hesitancy, and pediatric care of fevers. For instance, episodes examine practical questions like the implications of high blood pressure, the potential dangers of febrile seizures in children, and address current events in healthcare such as the importance of vaccines and the return of measles.
The JAFERD Cast: Your Go-To Medical Podcast with a Dose of ER Doc Snark.
Join EM Physician Dr. Mark Pappadakis for The JAFERD Cast, where we demystify medicine with news, insightful analysis, and candid discussions.
Tired of confusing medical jargon? Dr. Pappadakis breaks down common health questions like: What’s the real deal with a fever? How do you know if it’s broken or just sprained? Is high blood pressure truly a silent killer?
Get the inside scoop on current events affecting both patients and providers, delivered with high amounts of snark and just enough expertise to keep things interesting. Tune in for medical talk that’s anything but boring!
Episode 12: Demystifying Diet: Are Processed Foods Really Making Us Sick? (with Dr. Karolina Siniakowicz)
Pain in your gut, but nothing is showing up on the tests? You’re not alone. Abdominal pain accounts for millions of ER visits annually, yet a clear diagnosis often remains elusive. In this episode of The Jaferd Cast, Dr. Mark Pappadakis welcomes Dr. Karolina Siniakowicz, a Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist, to uncover the surprising link between your diet and that persistent pain. They discuss the prevalence of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), the differences between food allergies and intolerances, and why modern food processing might be making you sick. The conversation also highlights the importance of professional dietitians and the challenge of changing patient habits.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone who has struggled with unexplained stomach issues and wants to understand the powerful connection between what you eat and how you feel.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- The link between diet and chronic pain, including gastritis and peptic ulcer disease.
- The impact of processed foods and common triggers like dairy and alcohol.
- Why the “restaurant syndrome” can make you feel unwell.
- The difference between a food allergy and an intolerance.
- The importance of personal responsibility in managing your health.
🔗 Connect with Dr. Mark Pappadakis
- YouTube: Dr. Mark Pappadakis
- Instagram:@dr.mpappa
- TikTok:@dr.mpappa
- Threads:@dr.mpappa
- X (formerly Twitter):@Valleus556
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About The JAFERD Cast:
Hosted by Dr. Mark Pappadakis DO, FACEP, The JAFERD Cast brings you no-nonsense medical insights, debunking common myths and providing evidence-based information to help you navigate your health. We cover everything from emergency medicine to trending health topics, always with a critical and candid perspective.
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