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The Dose

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Canada
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A weekly look at the health news that matters to you. Dr. Brian Goldman brings you the best science from top experts in plain language. He cuts through the BS and confusion to give you a dose of smart advice that you won’t find anywhere else. New episodes every Thursday.

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Actor Matthew Perry’s death in 2023 sparked public debate around ketamine, and a new docuseries is once again drawing attention to the drug. Dr. Monika Hooper, a psychiatrist who co-founded a licensed ketamine clinic in Saskatoon, says medically supe... more

AI-assisted mammograms are already a thing. They use deep learning to help detect breast cancer and, in some cases, predict your risk of getting it. Given that breast cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer death in Canada, University of Alberta... more

Look out Canada, flu season is here early! As influenza cases rise across the country, experts warn it's still too soon to say how bad this season will be. Alberta infectious diseases specialist Dr. Lynora Saxinger joins the show to talk everything f... more

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Monika Hooper
Adult psychiatrist focused on interventional psychiatry and co-founder of a licensed ketamine clinic
Linden Medical Center
Episode: What can ketamine do for my mental health?
Amber Simpson
Professor and cancer imaging AI researcher at the University of Alberta
University of Alberta
Episode: AI mammograms are improving breast cancer detection
Dr. Lynora Saxinger
Infectious disease specialist at the University of Alberta Hospital
University of Alberta Hospital
Episode: Flu season's early! What should I do about it?
Nishta Saxena
Registered dietitian nutritionist
Vibrant Nutrition (Toronto)
Episode: Why 'fibremaxxing' actually makes sense
Dr. Raymond Kim
Medical geneticist at UHN's Princess Margaret Cancer Center; scientific lead of the Peter Gilgin Center for Early Cancer Detection Research and the Bawani Familial Cancer Clinic
University Health Network; Princess Margaret Cancer Center
Episode: Cancer blood tests: How accurate are they?
Andrew Kim
Associate professor of the Department of Psychology at Toronto Metropolitan University and Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in Addictions and Mental Health Comorbidity
Toronto Metropolitan University
Episode: What are the health risks of sports betting?
Dr. Ramin Nilforooshan
Psychiatry professor and consultant psychiatrist for older adults
University of Surrey / NHS Trust (UK)
Episode: Would you take a drug that could prevent Alzheimer's?
Dr. Gail Beck
Child psychiatrist, author, and school program clinician at the Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre
Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre
Episode: Psychiatric labels — why some people want one!
Tim Caulfield
Professor of Health Law and Policy, University of Alberta
University of Alberta
Episode: The Dose Summer Special 2026: Beyond the Hype

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Dr. Brian Goldman
Host of The Dose; authoritative medical interviewer known for clear, evidence-based discussions.

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.4k ratings
  • S.W. !!

    Excellent ! So much up-to-date accurate information. Unique and valued. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
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    Canada3 months ago
  • Never miss an episode!

    Such a great Canadian podcast with relevant and evidence based content. Love listening to these episodes and love knowing I’m getting quality information from a trusted source.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MLynn9426784
    Canada6 months ago
  • Very informative

    Dr Brian really i don’t know how to explain my deep gratitude for your extraordinary work and dedication in helping us through this challenging time

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mys68
    United Arab Emirates7 months ago
  • Great content: scientific information to help make good health-related decisions in Canada.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Aurorespera
    8 months ago
  • Reliable

    As a MD I find this podcast reliable and objective.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dbikerdoc
    United States8 months ago

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#19
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What can ketamine do for my mental health?
Q: How quickly does it work?
Hooper says most patients do not feel substantially better after one infusion. Many need four or five treatments, with the effect building over time.
What can ketamine do for my mental health?
Q: How effective is ketamine in treating treatment-resistant depression?
Hooper estimates that ketamine produces a significant response in about 70% of her clinic's patients, though response does not necessarily mean remission. She says its effectiveness is higher than that of antidepressants or TMS in her estimate, but lower than ECT in clinical practice.
AI mammograms are improving breast cancer detection
Q: What are some of the challenges or dangers of involving AI in mammography?
Deep-learning systems can rely on image features unrelated to the clinical question, and their performance may suffer when training data does not represent the population where they are used.
AI mammograms are improving breast cancer detection
Q: How does the AI used to analyze mammograms compare to the kind that powers ChatGPT, Claude or Gemini?
Mammography AI uses deep learning to learn patterns directly from medical images for a specific task, unlike large language models.
Would you take a drug that could prevent Alzheimer's?
Q: What are the ethical considerations of testing in people without dementia?
Ethical questions focus on whether it is appropriate to treat or test healthy individuals who carry pathology, how to ensure safety and monitoring, and whether early intervention would meaningfully alter outcomes, with decisions guided by ethics committees and informed choice for participants.

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What is The Dose about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A health-focused show that translates complex medical topics into practical, science-based guidance. Across recent episodes, hosts and expert guests cover vaccines, infectious diseases, public health, nutrition, mental health, and emerging medical technologies, often tying in real-world implications for individuals and communities. The format tends to feature clear explanations, practical tips, and nuanced discussions that avoid sensationalism while highlighting credible evidence. A notable strength is the ability to bring diverse medical and public health perspectives together, including clinicians, researchers, and policy experts, to help listeners make informed health decisions. Potential listeners will find timely, credible content with... more

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2. Amber Simpson
3. Dr. Lynora Saxinger
4. Nishta Saxena
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