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Healthy Matters - with Dr. David Hilden

Hennepin Healthcare
Hennepin Healthcare
Mental Health
Pacemaker
Alcohol
Bipolar Disorder
Pneumonia
Healthcare
Covid-19
Gout
Cholesterol
Electrical System Of the Heart
Diabetes
Medicaid
Psychosis
Dementia
Measles
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
Food Labels
Addiction Medicine
Antibiotics

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

07/19/2026

The Healthy Matters Podcast

S06_E03 - Tick-Talk!  We're Talking Tick-Borne Illnesses

With Special Guest:  Dr. Diana Zychowski, MD, MPH

Ticks are usually really small, but the fear factor around them is HUGE - and for good reason!  Thes... more

07/05/2026

The Healthy Matters Podcast

S06_E02 - Snack Attack!  A Primer on Peanut Allergy

With Special Guest: Dr. John Sweet, MD

Peanuts may be small, but for the millions of Americans that are allergic to them (and their parents) they can be a ... more

06/21/2026

The Healthy Matters Podcast

S06_E01 - High Temps, Higher Stakes - Medications and Substances vs. The Summer Heat

With Special Guest: Brit Culp, ADCT, CPP 

Summer is finally here, and with it, the HEAT - and yes, the PARTIES!  Whether i... more

04/26/2026

The Healthy Matters Podcast

S05_E14 - Hot Takes on Burns

With Special Guest:  Dr. Jon Gayken, MD

We've all been burned at some point in our lives - whether it be by the stove, by the sun or, possibly, even by our lovely Winter weather ... more

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Brit Culp
Licensed alcohol and drug counselor
Hennepin Healthcare
Episode: S06_E01 - High Temps, Higher Stakes - Medications and Substances vs. The Summer Heat
Dr. Jon Gayken
Trauma, burn, and critical care surgeon
Hennepin Healthcare
Episode: S05_E14 - Hot Takes on Burns
Susie Emmert
Director of Advocacy and Public Policy at Hennepin Healthcare
Hennepin Healthcare
Episode: S05_E13 - Too Important to Lose
Jessica Oaxaca
Advocacy and Engagement Manager at Hennepin Healthcare
Hennepin Healthcare
Episode: S05_E13 - Too Important to Lose
Dr. Thomas Masters
Emergency medicine and hyperbaric medicine physician
Hennepin Healthcare
Episode: S05_E12 - Hyperbaric Medicine - What the Heck is That?
Maureen Martin
Doctor of Pharmacy
Hennepin Healthcare
Episode: S05_E11 - The Skinny on GLP-1s...
Mitch Radin
Clinical psychologist
Hennepin Healthcare
Episode: S05_E10 - Stress! It's Not Just in Your Head...
Dr. Amanda Noska
Infectious disease physician and medical director of the Positive Care Center at Hennepin Healthcare.
Hennepin Healthcare
Episode: S05_E08 - Where are we with HIV in 2026?
Dr. Behnam Sabayan
Neurologist at Hennepin Healthcare
Hennepin Healthcare
Episode: S05_E07 - Getting Ahead on Brain Health

Host

Dr. David Hilden
Primary host of the show; internal medicine physician and chair involved in frontline hospital work; provides clinical framing for episodes.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 75 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 States3 years ago
  • Where are the new episodes? The last one listed on the podcast is Jan 9.

    Thanks

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hgtttf
    United States5 years ago

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Professional, accessible medical discussions that translate complex topics into practical guidance.
Some listeners note episodes recap or delay in new releases but praise the quality of content when available.
Strong credibility from hospital-based experts and real-world healthcare context.

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S05_E14 - Hot Takes on Burns
Q: What ongoing support exists for families of burn patients?
Beyond acute care, the Burn Center provides psychological support, social work assistance, and community resources through partnerships like Firefighters for Healing, a dedicated Transitional Healing Center, and a camp to help impacted children and families cope and rebuild.
S05_E14 - Hot Takes on Burns
Q: What is a burn center and what makes yours unique?
A burn center is a cohesive, multidisciplinary team with dedicated resources to manage burns across all severities, including ICU care, wound management, rehabilitation, and long-term follow-up; our center stands out for its integrated clinic, pediatric care, psychological support, and community programs like Camp Red and the Transitional Healing Center.
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.

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