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I Did My Own Research

Franziska Haydanek
Social Media
Vaccines
Medical Misinformation
Pediatrics
Docfluencer MDO
Health Communication
Pregnancy
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
Breast Cancer
Birth Interventions
Nutrition Science
Fertility
Women's Health
Pelvic Floor Health
Labor and Delivery
Mammography
MAHA Movement
Nutrition
Education & Medical Communication
Back Pain

I Did My Own Research is a podcast hosted by OB-GYN and medical educator Dr. Fran, digging into what happens when medical misinformation goes viral—and what it takes to fight it.

Each episode features conversations with doctors, healthcare professionals, and scientists who create content online, breaking down the myths they see every day, how they got pulled into content creation, and why having... more

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In this episode, Dr. Fran sits down with Dr. Sara Neill (@SarOBGYN), a complex family planning specialist, to unpack the flood of misinformation swirling around birth control and abortion care.

Dr. Neill walks through what complex family planning ac... more

This week, Dr. Fran sits down with clinical pharmacist Dr. Melissa, PharmD (@Pharmomacist), whose online platform tackles postpartum mental health, vaccine data, over-the-counter medications, and skincare.

Dr. Melissa walks through her path into amb... more

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In this episode of I Did My Own Research, Dr. Fran sits down with Dr. Padget Skogman — Iowa-based pediatrician, mom of three, and medical content creator — for a wide-ranging conversation about modern parenthood, the pressure of too much information,... more

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Dr. Fran sits down with Melinda French Gates — philanthropist and founder of Pivotal, a group of organizations she founded to accelerate the pace of social progress for women and young people in the U.S. and around the world.

Following an announcem... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Padget Skogman
Pediatrician and online medical educator
Pediatrician, online educator
Episode: with @DrPadgetSkogman: What the Research Really Says About Screens & Raising Healthy Kids
Melinda French Gates
Philanthropist focused on women's health; founder of Pivotal Ventures
Pivotal Ventures / Gates Foundation
Episode: with @MelindaFrenchGates: Why Women's Health Deserves Funding
Betsy Grunch
Board certified neurosurgeon known online as Lady Spine Doc
Independent spine surgeon, online educator
Episode: with @LadySpineDoc: what your MRI isn't telling you
Dr. Jessica Monroe
Registered Dietitian; works with the Prenatal RD
Prenatal RD
Episode: with @The.Prenatal.RD: What Actually Helps Fertility? An RD Explains
Dr. Victoria Hasselhoff
Board-certified family medicine physician
FriendlyFamilyDoc
Episode: with @FriendlyFamDoc: Why Doctors in Germany Can’t Create Content Like U.S. Physicians
Dr. Kevin Klatt
Research scientist and registered dietitian focusing on translation, metabolism, and research
KC Klatt online; Associate Editor for the American College of Clinical Nutrition
Episode: with @KevinKlatt: Why MAHA Gets Nutrition Wrong & Big Wellness Keeps Missing the Point
Jen Hamilton
Labor and delivery nurse, social media influencer advocating for informed consent and equitable obstetric care
Birth Vibes
Episode: with @JenHamilton: Labor Interventions, Birth Vibes & Social Media's Impact on Birthing
Mahmoud Ibrahim
ICU physician and medical educator; Docfluencer board member
Docfluencer MDO Medical Board
Episode: with @ICUBoy_MedEd: How Misinformation Can Land You In The ICU.
Dr. Cerissa Key
Board-certified pediatrician, online educator, and content creator
Episode: with @DrCerissaKey: Pinworms, AI & Parenting in the Age of Misinformation

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Dr. Fran
Host of I Did My Own Research (OB-GYN and medical educator)

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 63 ratings
  • Great, unbiased info

    I have really been enjoying this podcast. Dr. Fran’s guests have been great and I love that they get right to the point. I always learn something.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NNA1013
    United States2 months ago
  • The yearbook ast out today

    Dr Fran is bringing the right guest to the table consistently to review and de myth what is out there on the internet! In a world of fakes Dr. Fran is keeping it real and keeping us safe from being mis- informed!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    K-FAY53
    United States2 months ago
  • Give it a listen!!

    I love this podcast! I love the variety of different Doctors and their perspectives of their crafts. I look forward to listening weekly! Thank you for empowering people with evidence based information!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kelzzz Bee
    United States2 months ago
  • Amazing

    This is so informative and I love the title! I hope you talk about pmdd- maybe new research?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Meg Reynolds1983
    United States2 months ago
  • Love it!

    So nice to hear some of our favorite medical content creators share the real insights and realities of making content online and battling misinformation. Been thinking a lot about how we in healthcare are partially to blame for this gap with misinformation, so that’s been a great thing to learn from this podcast! Also love that it’s only 30 min, perfect for my commute!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NVR818
    United States3 months ago

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Insightful, evidence-based and practical for navigating online health claims.
Experts deliver clear, debunking of myths with real-world nuance.
Concise episodes that empower better conversations with patients and online audiences.
Positive, informative discussions that feel grounded in research and clinician experience.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

with @ICUBoy_MedEd: How Misinformation Can Land You In The ICU.
Q: What's one key thing the public should understand about ICU care to prevent misperceptions?
ICU outcomes are heavily dependent on timely, appropriate care and prevention; long-term effects and the realities of critical illness require nuanced discussion beyond simplistic claims about interventions.
with @ICUBoy_MedEd: How Misinformation Can Land You In The ICU.
Q: What advice would you give other clinicians about sharing credentials online?
Display your credentials clearly in bios so patients can verify expertise, because authentic credentials build trust and help audiences distinguish credible sources from questionable ones.
with @ICUBoy_MedEd: How Misinformation Can Land You In The ICU.
Q: How has the online misinformation environment affected your day-to-day ICU work?
Misinformation influences patient expectations and requests, sometimes leading to delayed care or refusals for certain interventions; clinicians must navigate these conversations with empathy and evidence-based explanations.
with @ICUBoy_MedEd: How Misinformation Can Land You In The ICU.
Q: What sparked your move into online medical education despite the impostor syndrome?
Over time, I shifted from hesitation to action as I realized there was a need for credible explanations; my wife encouraged sharing, and posting helped me learn and grow while addressing a real audience seeking clarity.
with @DrEmilyPfender: what a PhD in Health Communication Sees Online
Q: What methods do you use to study these videos and content across platforms?
They use YouTube as a starting point due to richer information and coding potential, selecting search terms like birth control experience and Daisy, then expanding to sampling strategies for TikTok and Instagram and developing a codebook for quantitative analysis of message features and engagement.

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Frequently Asked Questions About I Did My Own Research

What is I Did My Own Research about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A conversational show where a practicing OB-GYN and medical educator brings in doctors, nurses, researchers, and online content creators to unpack medical misinformation and translate evidence into practical guidance. Episodes routinely cover women's health, fertility and pregnancy, vaccines, nutrition, imaging, and the challenges of online medical misinformation, with a strong emphasis on patient advocacy, shared decision-making, and responsible science communication. Noteworthy is the recurring focus on how to create credible health content, verify credentials, and bridge gaps between clinical evidence and online discourse, often featuring high-profile clinicians who actively educate the public and debunk myths.

Listeners can expect conc... more

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Recent guests on I Did My Own Research include:

1. Dr. Padget Skogman
2. Melinda French Gates
3. Betsy Grunch
4. Dr. Jessica Monroe
5. Dr. Victoria Hasselhoff
6. Dr. Kevin Klatt
7. Jen Hamilton
8. Mahmoud Ibrahim

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