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Your Health First

KTRH (KTRH-AM)
Liver Disease
Fatty Liver Disease
Mediterranean Diet
Diabetes
Houston
Colon Cancer
Heart Disease
Liver Transplant
Clinical Research
Do Not Resuscitate (DNR)
Houston, United States
Liver Specialists Of Texas
Colonoscopy
DNR
Fibroscan
Calcium Score
Breast Cancer
Heart Disease In Women
Preventive Care
Prescribing Cascade

Dr. Joseph S. Galati, hosts the weekly "Your Health First" broadcast on KTRH

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Dr. Galati is back after being preempted the last two weeks. He talks about another knee replacement he's having tomorrow morning. Dr. Galati also circles back with more on the Mediterranean Diet and has his sister Celeste join the show to talk about... more

Tonight, Dr. Galati has more news articles he wants to discuss. However, he starts with a story about Mattress Mack calling his son yesterday. Dr. Galati talks about heart disease (dying from it), heart attack, cholesterol, etc. He also takes some ti... more

Tonight, On Your Health First, Dr. Galati has a number of new articles he wants to weigh in on. The first is a New York Times article titled Missed Vaccines, Skipped Colonoscopies: Preventive Care Plummets. There is another about an 87-year-old lady ... more

Dr. Galati starts the program with the news about Lindsey Grahams death after a sudden illness. He also talks about being on call this weekend and reflects on families having to mentally cope with a sick loved one. Dr. James Mike Wilson joins the sho... more

Dr. Galati starts the program on how he spent the 4th of July. He’s offering free fibroscans for those who may have symptoms of a fatty liver. Dr. Galati goes on to talk about the benefits of drinking coffee and July 10th being Chronic Disease Awaren... more

Dr. Galati starts the program wishing all the dads and Happy Father’s Day and explains the generational heath across families. He talks about an article on the secret to men's longevity and shares seven tips to reduce the chance of cancer. Dr. Galati... more

Dr. Galati plays an extended interview he had with Bariatric Surgeon Dr. Garth Davis earlier this week. They talk about obesity, the new GLP-1 agents, his thoughts on diet/exercise, and bariatric surgery.

Dr. Galati starts with a story about the mush he had at Starbucks on Friday. He discusses the different things you can eat to get protein. Dr. Mazen Noureddin joins the show to share his perspective on the big problems associated with fatty liver dis... more

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Dr. James Michael Wilson
Cardiologist in the Texas Medical Center
Houston Methodist Hospital / Texas Medical Center
Episode: Lindsey Graham’s Death w/ Dr. Mike Wilson
John Geerlings
Friend from high school, father, grandfather
Episode: The Role of Fathers w/ Lifelong Friend John Geerlings
Mazen Noureddin
Liver specialist, hepatologist
Episode: Breakfast Protein & Dr. Mazen Noureddin w/ Fatty Liver Disease
Swara Modi
Physician Assistant, joining the team from Southern California
Dr. Joe Galati's practice
Episode: Food & Nutrition w/ Natalie Oliver & Swara Modi
Daniella Graham
Clinical Research Coordinator, lead research coordinator
Houston Research Institute in the Texas Medical Center
Episode: Research w/ Daniella Graham & Alyssa Ruiz
Alyssa Ruiz
Nurse practitioner, sub-investigator
Houston Research Institute in the Texas Medical Center
Episode: Research w/ Daniella Graham & Alyssa Ruiz
Dr. Chuma Egwim
Hepatologist, Liver Associates of Texas, Houston Methodist Hospital
Liver Associates of Texas / Houston Methodist Hospital
Episode: The Value in Taking Care of Yourself w/ Dr. Chuma Egwim
Dr. Randeep Suneja
Cardiologist
Houston Cardiology / houstoncardiology.com
Episode: Your Glutes & Heart Disease w/ Dr. Randeep Suneja
Amy McGorry
Patient with autoimmune hepatitis and primary biliary cholangitis (PBC)
New York area (patient)
Episode: Liver Disease: Autoimmune Hepatitis, & PBC w/ Amy McGorry

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Dr. Joseph Galati
Houston-based physician and host of the program, focused on liver health and cardiovascular risk, with national reach via radio.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Lindsey Graham’s Death w/ Dr. Mike Wilson
Q: What do you think happened to Lindsey Graham from a cardiovascular perspective?
While we can't know for sure without an autopsy, the discussion centers on sudden cardiac events most often linked to coronary disease, with pulmonary embolism or aorta dissection also possible; the key takeaway is to consider prevention and risk factor management for everyone.
The Role of Fathers w/ Lifelong Friend John Geerlings
Q: John, what's your take on the responsibility you think for keeping your family healthy and for everybody listening tonight?
John emphasizes leading by example, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, and setting firm boundaries when needed, arguing that parental health directly influences children's habits, safety, and long-term wellness.
Clinical Research w/ Callie Pettigrew
Q: What safety steps are involved before a participant can join a trial?
Participants undergo screening with baseline labs, imaging, and safety checks; only after passing these can they potentially receive the study drug, with ongoing safety monitoring.
Clinical Research w/ Callie Pettigrew
Q: Why is placebo used and how does it affect participants?
Placebos are used to determine true drug efficacy; participants may not receive the active drug, but they receive close monitoring and health evaluations, which can be beneficial in itself.
Clinical Research w/ Callie Pettigrew
Q: What is the pathway into clinical research for someone with a science background?
Callie describes transitioning from biology to public health, then moving into research by joining a liver disease project, illustrating how diverse scientific training can lead to a role in clinical research.

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This program centers on practical, evidence-based health guidance with a strong emphasis on cardiovascular and liver health, preventive care, and lifestyle factors that influence long-term wellness. Episodes commonly feature physician hosts presenting medical explanations alongside patient and expert perspectives, with guest experts including hepatologists, cardiologists, researchers, and patients sharing lived experiences. Practical takeaways span interpreting lipid panels, calcium scoring, liver disease screening, nutrition, and how to advocate for one's own care. A notable strength is its blend of medical insight with real-world anecdotes and accessible terminology, making complex topics actionable for a broad audience. The show also occ... more

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1. Dr. James Michael Wilson
2. John Geerlings
3. Mazen Noureddin
4. Swara Modi
5. Daniella Graham
6. Alyssa Ruiz
7. Dr. Chuma Egwim
8. Dr. Randeep Suneja

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