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Electrical System Of the Heart
Hennepin Healthcare
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
Psychosis
Leadless Pacemakers
Electrophysiology
Complete Heart Block
Atrial Fibrillation
Chronic Pain
POTS
Fentanyl
Cholesterol
Incontinence
Strokes
Physical Therapy
Addiction
Opioid Crisis
Hearing Loss
Bone Health

Dr. David Hilden (MD, MPH, FACP) is a practicing Internal Medicine physician and Chair of the Department of Medicine at Hennepin Healthcare (HCMC), Hennepin County’s premier safety net hospital in downtown Minneapolis. Join him and his colleagues for expert knowledge, inspiring stories, and thoughtful insight from the front lines of today’s hospitals and clinics. They also take your questions, too... more

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Latest Episodes

03/15/2026

The Healthy Matters Podcast

S05_E11 - The SKinny on GLP-1s...

With Special Guest: Dr. Maureen Martin, PharmD, MPH

You really can't escape the marketing tactics of GLP-1s these days - because they're everywhere...  But beyond the odd na... more

03/01/2026

The Healthy Matters Podcast

S05_E10 - Stress!  It's Not Just in Your Head...

With Special Guest: Dr. Mitch Radin, PsyD, LP 

Stress isn't just a feeling - it's a full-body event that can put the brain and body in motion, and at the righ... more

2/15/2026

The Healthy Matters Podcast

S05_E09 - Healthcare on Wheels!  We're Talkin' Mobile Health

With Special Guest: Sheyanga Beecher, CNP, MSN, HMP 

There are many barriers to healthcare within our communities, and for a lot of people, access ... more

2/01/2026

The Healthy Matters Podcast

S05_E08 - Where Are We with HIV in 2026?

With Special Guests:  Dr. Amanda Noska, MD 

HIV in 2026 looks much different than it did when it first hit mainstream media in the early 1980s.  At the outset, there w... more

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Recent Guests

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Doctor of Pharmacy
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Mitch Radin
Clinical psychologist
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Dr. Amanda Noska
Infectious disease physician and medical director of the Positive Care Center at Hennepin Healthcare.
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Dr. Behnam Sabayan
Neurologist at Hennepin Healthcare
Hennepin Healthcare
Episode: S05_E07 - Getting Ahead on Brain Health
Patty Takawira
Leader of Aging and Healthy Communities Unit at Minnesota Department of Health
Minnesota Department of Health
Episode: S05_E07 - Getting Ahead on Brain Health
Dr. Caitlin Eccles-Radtke
Infectious disease physician and expert in infection control
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Episode: S05_E05 - Antibiotics - When They're Strong vs. When They're Wrong
Dr. Audrey Jacobsen
Chair of Dermatology at Hennepin Healthcare
Hennepin Healthcare
Episode: S05_E04 - Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow! All About Hair Loss.
Lauren Graber
Addiction medicine specialist, involved in treating substance use disorders
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Episode: S05_E03 - Addiction Recovery in Real Time - LIVE!
Charlie Reznikoff
Addiction medicine specialist, focused on recovery and treatment strategies
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Episode: S05_E03 - Addiction Recovery in Real Time - LIVE!

Host

Dr. David Hilden
A practicing Internal Medicine physician and Chair of the Department of Medicine, providing expert knowledge and insights from the front lines of healthcare.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 72 ratings
  • So easy to listen to

    I look forward to hearing this podcast each week. I always learn something new. It’s actually given me such a positive impression of Hennepin County Medical Center. There are some smart people working there..

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    madisonfun
    United States2 years ago
  • Great, quick, and worthwhile medical podcast!

    Love the podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hayleevz
    United States2 years ago
  • Where are the new episodes? The last one listed on the podcast is Jan 9.

    Thanks

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hgtttf
    United States4 years ago

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S05_E11 - The Skinny on GLP-1s...
Q: Could you tell our listeners why GLP-1 medications are good for type 2 diabetes, and how they work in that context?
They help the body release more insulin, slow gastric emptying, and improve insulin sensitivity, which lowers blood sugar (A1C) and often leads to better overall diabetes control.
S05_E04 - Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow! All About Hair Loss.
Q: What treatment options are available for androgenetic hair loss?
For androgenetic hair loss, options include topical minoxidil and oral finasteride to promote hair growth and block hormones causing hair loss.
S05_E02 - Gut Check: Colon Cancer 101
Q: What is the process of a colonoscopy?
The colonoscopy involves cleansing the colon, followed by the insertion of a scope to visually inspect the colon for abnormalities such as polyps, which are then removed during the procedure if found.
S05_E02 - Gut Check: Colon Cancer 101
Q: What are the risk factors for colon cancer?
Risk factors include genetic predispositions, lifestyle factors such as diet high in red meat, obesity, alcohol, and tobacco use, as well as age, particularly for those with first-degree relatives who had colon cancer or polyps at an early age.
S05_E02 - Gut Check: Colon Cancer 101
Q: Can you just explain what colon cancer is? How does it arise in people?
Colon cancer is an abnormal growth that occurs within the lumen of the intestinal tract, specifically in the colon, which processes waste. It's important to be aware of as it is one of the most common cancers in both men and women.

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