The Desperate For a Diagnosis Podcast With Laura Nozicka

15/08/2024

There is no greater honor 👏🏼 than when an esteemed podcast guest like neuroscientist and certified headache specialist B. Lee Peterlin, DO, FAHS takes the time to write a review about her experience on my podcast 🎧 The Desperate For a Diagnosis Podcast! Dr. Peterlin, it was a true pleasure having you on the show along with a lot of fun discussion, too! 😉

You can listen to Dr. Peterlin's episode on your favorite podcast app or on YouTube - "Understanding and Managing Migraines with Neurologist and Certified Headache Specialist, Dr. Lee Peterlin, Pennsylvania Headache Center." https://youtu.be/84S3wtMLwRI?si=z6rU8cE1gXmPqUq2

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13/08/2024

🚀 MIGRAINE SUFFERS! Exciting News from the Latest Episode of The Desperate For a Diagnosis Podcast! 🎧

I had an enlightening conversation with the brilliant B. Lee Peterlin, DO, FAHS, a distinguished clinical neuroscientist, founder of the Pennsylvania Headache Center, on my latest podcast episode. 🧠💡

We dived deep into the world of migraines, discussing triggers, genetic factors, and the latest advancements in treatment. Dr. Peterlin shared invaluable insights that are not only informative but also offer hope for those suffering from this often debilitating condition. 🌟

Listen to this episode to empower yourself with knowledge and take control of your migraine management journey. Don't miss out! 🎤🔗

Listen to the full episode wherever you get your podcasts or on YouTube https://youtu.be/84S3wtMLwRI. 📺

08/08/2024

🚫 "Menopause = Old Age"? No way! 🚫 You're NOT a dried-up prune, and you still have so much to offer! 💪
Embrace the freedom and power that come with this stage of life!




The Desperate For a Diagnosis Podcast With Laura Nozicka

29/07/2024

📢 LET'S GET REAL LADIES AND CHAT MENOPAUSE!
Menopause Management: Dr. Z Colette Edwards' Playbook for the Common and the More Surprising Symptoms During This Season of Life

🚀 I am excited to share the latest episode of The Desperate For a Diagnosis Podcast featuring Dr. Z Colette Edwards! 🎙️ Z. Colette Edwards, MD MBA does a dive deep with into the complexities of menopause, a topic that touches many lives but is often misunderstood and overlooked, especially for those less known symptoms!

💡 Dr. Edwards sheds light on the holistic and inclusive approaches she is pioneering at Pausitive Health, a digital health destination aimed at supporting women through all stages of menopause.

🌸 Let's break the silence, spread awareness, and empower each other! You can listen to the full espisode on your favorite podcast app or on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/eJo68dLMel4

In this compelling episode of the Desperate for a Diagnosis Podcast, host Laura Nozicka warmly welcomes back Dr. Z. Collette Edwards. Dr. Edwards, a renowned...

25/06/2024

🎙️ I am thrilled to release a new episode of The Desperate for a Diagnosis Podcast! 🌟 Join me, Laura Nozicka, as I reconnect with two incredible young women, Emma Smith and Olivia Goodreau, who share their inspiring journeys as Gen Z advocates navigating chronic illnesses. From battling long COVID to Lyme disease, their resilience and activism are bringing much-needed attention to issues within our healthcare system.

💪 Highlights of this episode include:

- 🌟 Emma Smith discusses her ongoing battle with long COVID and her passion for health equity.

- 🚀 Olivia Goodreau talks about her inspiring fight against Lyme disease and her innovative apps, TickTracker and Long Haul Tracker and her LivLyme Foundation.

- 🔍 A deep dive into the unique challenges faced by the Gen Z generation in the healthcare system.

- 🛠️ Thoughtful dialogue on the importance of empathy, consistency, and innovative solutions in managing chronic illnesses in young people.

These stories are a powerful reminder of the strength and determination of young advocates. Tune in to hear their voices and learn how we can all work together to make the healthcare system more inclusive and effective for young people with chronic illness.

🎧 🔗 Listen now: wherever you download your podcasts or on YouTube https://youtu.be/IwNs47xCWCQ

In this special episode of thThe Desperate for a Diagnosis Podcast, host Laura Nozicka welcomes back Emma Smith and Olivia Goodreau. These inspiring GenZ you...

11/06/2024

Thank you for the follow Cindy Morris!! ❤️

30/05/2024

🧐 Have you ever felt overlooked by the healthcare system? Join myself and my Gen Z guest Emma Smith on The Desperate For a Diagnosis Podcast as Emma discusses her experiences with the healthcare system seeing ten physicians in her journey with long COVID and fighting to find the answers. Check out the full episode on YouTube https://youtu.be/Ro-uAaYqZ7U?si=ppIf94gcX8MGqp3S or wherever you get your podcasts.

22/05/2024

‼️ PODCAST GUEST UPDATE! It's so hard to believe that Episode 2 of The Desperate For a Diagnosis Podcast - "Melissa's Medical Mystery: A Personal Journey with Ehlers Danlos, POTS and a Service Dog" dropped a year ago this week!

Melissa Schroeder shared her journey with Ehlers Danlos (EDS) and POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome). She shared her personal experience of struggling to find a diagnosis for her medical condition since childhood, even after seeing numerous doctors and specialists, including psychiatrists and therapists.

UPDATE! Melissa has been on a treatment plan that has been effectively managing her symptoms so well that she is on her way to having a family! I am so thrilled for her and all of the progress she has made through perseverance and support from family and friends.

See the full episode below on YouTube or download Episode 2 wherever you get your podcasts.

The Desperate For a Diagnosis Podcast features Melissa Schroeder discussing her journey with Ehlers Danlos (EDS) and POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia S...

10/05/2024

🎉ANNIVERSARY EPISODE OF The Desperate For a Diagnosis Podcast!

🎧 Today marks one year of the launch of my podcast! In this special episode, I welcome back Matthew Ciciretti, Mark's SuperDad, for a compelling update on Mark's health journey following an idiopathic bone marrow failure diagnosis. In previous episodes, Matt discussed Mark's diagnosis and subsequent discovery that a bone marrow transplant was the only solution. This episode covers Mark's successful match with a donor, the process of the bone marrow transplant, and Mark's recovery with a one-year-to-the-date update!

🙏🏼 A huge thank you to all of my guests, and to those who encouraged me to take the leap and put myself out there. The podcast journey is not without its challenges, but I have enjoyed everything about creating a unique brand for the podcast amplifying stories of the diagnostic journey and for myself as a research moderator and facilitator.

👉🏼 You can view this podcast episode on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jQYtNOr0XyE or wherever you get your podcasts. Don't forget to share, like and review.



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In this episode, host Laura Nozicka welcomes back Matt Ciciretti, Mark's SuperDad, for a compelling update on Mark's health journey following an idiopathic b...

07/05/2024

🎉 Let's Celebrate Milestones!

🎧 Join me on Friday, May 10, 2024 to celebrate 🎊 the one-year anniversary of my launch of The Desperate For a Diagnosis Podcast With Laura Nozicka!

👏🏼 I am thrilled to mark this special occasion by sharing a new podcast episode with an update on Matthew Ciciretti's son's journey with a mysterious genetic disorder. This update coincides with Matt's appearance as my very first guest exactly one year ago on May 10, 2023.

🎙 This new episode continues the story from two previous recordings, where Matt discussed Mark's medical journey and his family's quest for a diagnosis and treatment. Get a preview of this episode and stay tuned for the full story to learn more about Mark's experience with a bone marrow transplant and his incredible progress on May 10th! Don't miss it!!

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12/04/2024

NEW PODCAST EPISODE! Join me and my and my insight colleague Severine Tarayre on this new episode of The Desperate For a Diagnosis Podcast With Laura Nozicka - "Unveiling Resilience: A Triumph Over Triple-Negative Breast Cancer." Severine so graciously shares her courageous battle against triple-negative breast cancer, a very aggressive cancer type. The episode explores her challenging quest for an accurate diagnosis and the intense emotional struggles she endured.

Listen to the full interview on your favorite podcast app or on YouTube via the link https://lnkd.in/gd-JdJD2.

Don't forget to like, share and comment!

04/04/2024

🎧 The Desperate For a Diagnosis Podcast Episode 16 NOW AVAILABLE! "Doc-umentary: Unveiling the Human Side of Physicians in the Healthcare Hustle!"

👨🏼‍⚕️ Join me and my return guest neurosurgeon, educator and author Dr. gary simonds as he gets real about his own "desperate for a diagnosis" moment and the silver linings of walking away from the operating table. Gary addresses burnout in the medical community and the difficulties healthcare professionals face in the industry today.

🎙 🎦 You can find this full episode of The Desperate For a Diagnosis Podcast wherever you listen to your podcasts or on YouTube at https://lnkd.in/gBV_NFXG.

09/03/2024

Workouts always make me feel better. Who knew I was building a brain?

29/02/2024

You might like pina coladas and getting caught in the rain, but how healthy are those coconuts for you? Raise your health IQ with a fun and inspiring plant-based podcast from nutrition experts at The Physicians Committee. Barnard, MD

‎Show The Exam Room by the Physicians Committee, Ep Coconuts: Healthy or Not? | Dr. Neal Barnard Live Q&A 🥥 - Feb 29, 2024

09/01/2024

This is a fascinating study on plant versus anaimal product diets. It will make you think twice about the meat you eat based on how it’s processed. Would love your thoughts if you watch it.

Identical twins change their diets and lifestyles for eight weeks in a unique scientific experiment designed to explore how certain foods impact the body.

20/12/2023

🎧The last The Desperate For a Diagnosis Podcast episode for the year!

-Join me for a "lady boss" conversation with the two passionate and compassionate authors of "Navigating Your Healthcare Journey: Lessons Learned to Get the Care You Need and Deserve." Charlene Rothkopf, MA and Z. Colette Edwards, MD MBA offer unique perspectives on the healthcare system from both sides of the bedside through real stories told through the voices of actual patients.

-Drawing upon their personal experiences and expertise, Charlene and Dr. Edwards discuss their collaborative book, highlighting patient advocacy, the pitfalls of medical communications, and the importance of integrated healthcare models. Charlene shares her experience with the healthcare system and patient communications while being treated for a brain tumor and residual issues along the way. Dr. Edwards sheds light on what might be happening behind the scenes as well as the realities of practicing medicine today.

-This multi-topic conversation will appeal to people who have had a challenging healthcare experience as well as healthcare professionals who are overworked and burdened by heavy patients schedules and technology.

-Join me for the full episode wherever you get your podcasts or on YouTube https://lnkd.in/gxdjeAB6. And don't forget to like, share and review!

08/12/2023

Michael Carlon, my friend and host of the Uncorking a Story Podcast interviewed me to learn more about the "why?" behind becoming a podcaster and host of The Desperate For a Diagnosis Podcast With Laura Nozicka. Learn more about what inspired me to start my podcast during this spirited conversation between me and Mike. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uqXJHNacY7I

You can listen to Mike's podcast wherever you get your podcasts or on ⁠YouTube⁠. https://www.youtube.com/

04/12/2023

04/12/2023

🎧🎤Episode 13 of The Desperate For a Diagnosis Podcast with Laura Nozicka now available. Join me and author Amanda Chay as she talks about her latest book "The Girlfriend's Guide to Lupus." Amanda shares her journey as well as tips on how to cope with symptoms and how to establish a collaborative relationship with physicians.

Check out the episode wherever you get your podcasts or view on YouTube. https://youtu.be/Tn1GrnUSnFQ

Don't forget to share, like and review the podcast!

In this insightful episode, host Laura Nozicka talks with author Amanda Chay for a deep dive into her personal experiences and challenges with chronic illnes...

20/11/2023

🎤 Join me in a new episode of the The Desperate For a Diagnosis Podcast With Laura with guest Audrey Gale, author of "The Human Trial," a recently released fictional medical thriller based on her father's quest to find alternative treatments for his leukemia diagnosis. We discuss quantum physics and energy medicine as well as her perspectives on healthcare today.

🎧You can listen to the episode wherever you get your podcasts or view on YouTube. https://youtu.be/FgBhNBYLCFI



👉 Don't for get to like, share and review and thanks for listening!

13/09/2023

🎧 Join me with Matthew Ciciretti and Ryan Peña, National Marketing Manager with NMDP/Be The Match in this heartfelt The Desperate For a Diagnosis Podcast episode of "An Urgent Plea!: 10-year-old Mark's Dire Search for a Bone Marrow Donor."

This is the Part 2 Episode and update to Episode 1 discussing Matt’s son’s undiagnosed bone marrow disorder. After many months of pushing for answers, Matt has joyous news to share! 🎉 🎉🎉

Ryan joins our conversation with helping dispel the many misconceptions about what it means to be a bone marrow donor. It's actually pretty easy to donate and there are so many ways to support the Be The Match organization plus save millions of lives!

You can hear the full Part 2 episode wherever you get your podcasts or on YouTube @ https://lnkd.in/gxch3i2X

Get a glimpse of Mark in action! Check out this video. https://lnkd.in/guecc-sN

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Click here to learn how you can become member of the ⁠Be The Match
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09/09/2023

Fantastic series Blue Zones!!

Thank you Tami Kramer from Nutmeg Notebook for sharing this with us. A must watch for everyone!

On Netflix - Live to 100:

Secrets of the Blue Zones takes members around the world to investigate the diet and lifestyles of those living the longest lives.

Explore the original blue zones, be immersed in their culture and lifestyles, and see how Blue Zones is applying the research in communities across the United States.

Dan Buettner offers insight on how to benefit from following at least some of their leads, because the only thing better than looking good as you age, is feeling good as you age.

Watch the 4 part series on Netflix.

The people with the longest longevity aren’t counting carbs, micros, striving to hit certain daily targets, taking supplements, eating only organic food, or debating about drinking smoothies vs chewing their greens!

This series is incredible and will give you a new perspective about a healthy lifestyle.

08/09/2023

Truth!

05/09/2023

Given Jimmy Buffett’s prominence in popular culture and sudden death due to a rare form of skin cancer, it’s worth exploring what Merkel cell carcinoma is.

31/08/2023

🎧 NEW EPISODE of the The Desperate For a Diagnosis Podcast With Laura Nozicka!

My guest, Susie Day, has been on a self-care journey for over 15 years since being diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis. As a mentor for women in midlife dealing with autoimmune conditions, she offers practical advice and everyday practices to help balance physical and emotional well-being, reduce pain, and increase energy levels. Susie's certifications in aromatherapy, energy medicine, gut health, skincare formulation, and personal experience make her a valuable resource for those seeking guidance.

Join me for the full episode wherever you get your podcasts or on YouTube @ https://lnkd.in/gYfEuqRr

24/08/2023

🆘🆘🆘Meg needs your HELP!

On this episode of The Desperate For a Diagnosis Podcast With Laura Nozicka, my guest, Meg, expresses her frustration and a lack of acceptance regarding the current state of healthcare. She believes that it is unacceptable for people to be living with high levels of pain in today's society. Meg shares her personal experiences of feeling rushed and unable to fully explain her symptoms to a doctor. She discusses her own journey with chronic pain and diagnoses such as chronic pain syndrome, stenosis in the lumbar spine, and arthritis but she still needs answers!

🎧Take a listen to her story to learn more about her symptoms and post in the comments if you have any ideas for her. You can hear the full episode of "Meg's Mystery Pain Symptoms: How One Social Worker is Dealing With 40 Years of Seeking a Diagnosis" wherever you get your podcasts or on YouTube @ https://lnkd.in/gbYnx-xs

18/08/2023

Truly one of my favorite books. Can’t wait for the series.

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Travel around the world with author Dan Buettner to discover five unique communities where people live extraordinarily long and vibrant lives.SUBSCRIBE: http...

15/08/2023

Learn more about how my podcast guest, neurosurgeon and novelist Dr. Gary R Simonds thinks about patient care today despite the pressures on the medical community.

In the fast-paced world of medicine, uncertainty is an ever-present challenge. From the perspective of a patient, it can be frustrating and…

15/08/2023

🎤🎧NEW PODCAST EPISODE with my first physician guest! I am so excited about this interview with neurosurgeon and novelist, Dr. Gary Simonds, the first of many physicians and health experts on my show The Desperate For a Diagnosis Podcast With Laura Nozicka

Dr. Simonds offers a peak into the world of healthcare from a physician's perspective as well as from a patient's perspective through his own "desperate for a diagnosis" journey.
He vividly describes life as a neurosurgeon through his medical thriller "Death's Pale Flag" launched in June 2023, his novel details the day-to-day world of brain surgeon, Ryan Brenan who is haunted by his work and now, he is haunted by ghosts. Is he losing it? Or, could they be real? And if so, why have they chosen to haunt him?

You can hear the full episode wherever you get your podcasts or on YouTube. https://lnkd.in/g3Qx6kJD
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