The difficulties identifying parathyroid glands during surgery and the importance of minimizing complications

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Lesson 21 • 02 Feb 2025

The difficulties identifying parathyroid glands during surgery and the importance of minimizing complications

with Dr. Michael Singer, Dr. Gopi Shah, Dr. Ashley Agan

Course overview

Gain expert insights into hypothyroidism, Hashimoto’s disease, thyroid hormone management, radiofrequency ablation for thyroid nodules, and innovations in parathyroid surgery. Learn diagnostic strategies, treatment protocols, and surgical advancement

2 hours, 23 lessons

Lessons

Hypothyroidism & Hashimoto's Thyroiditis with Dr. Dana Gibbs

Lesson 1

The common symptoms and diagnostic challenges associated with Hashimoto's disease

Lesson 2

How should thyroid hormone levels, particularly T4, T3, and reverse T3, be monitored to diagnose and manage Hashimoto's disease?

Lesson 3

How do various factors and treatments affect thyroid hormone balance and reverse T3 levels in patients?

Lesson 4

Protocols and tests used to evaluate thyroid function, antibodies, adrenal insufficiency, and sex hormones in patients.

Lesson 5

How to assess and treat patients with hormonal imbalances and adrenal issues using both medical and lifestyle interventions

Lesson 6

Recommendations in managing thyroid treatments and supplements for Hashimoto-s disease and general thyroid health.

Lesson 7

How does brand consistency affect the dosage and effectiveness of thyroid medications and supplements?

Lesson 8

T3 and Levothyroxine dosing and monitoring to minimize side effects

Lesson 9

Lifestyle changes to improve thyroid management and reduce Hashimoto's symptoms

Lesson 10

The pros and cons of thyroid gland removal versus non-surgical management methods for thyroid conditions

Radiofrequency Ablation: Modern Management of Thyroid Nodules with Dr. David Goldenberg

Lesson 11

Introduction to evaluating and managing thyroid nodules

Lesson 12

Steps for local cervical blocks and thyroid radiofrequency ablation using ultrasound

Lesson 13

Patient selection for radiofrequency ablation based on nodule characteristics and other factors

Lesson 14

RFA criteria, contraindications, and its role in treating thyroid conditions

Lesson 15

RFA complications, patient counseling, post-op care, and follow-up for thyroid nodule treatment

Lesson 16

Training, equipment, guidelines, and patient communication for radiofrequency ablation

Finding the Parathyroid Gland with Dr. Michael Singer

Lesson 17

Technology helping surgeons in thyroid and parathyroid surgeries for better patient outcomes

Lesson 18

Differences between hypoparathyroidism and hypocalcemia

Lesson 19

Thyroid and parathyroid diagnostics, including ultrasound, PTH, vitamin D, calcium, and TSH checks

Lesson 20

Risk of hypoparathyroidism in thyroid surgeries and identifying parathyroid glands

Lesson 21

The difficulties identifying parathyroid glands during surgery and the importance of minimizing complications

Lesson 22

Using autofluorescence and ICG for identifying and managing parathyroid glands in surgeries

Lesson 23

Probe-based and camera systems for detecting parathyroid glands in surgeries

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