ENDODIAGNOSIS
ENDO A to Z
Our podcast channel devoted to finding solutions for endometriosis sufferers at all ages and stages of disease. We’ve seen the significant healthcare gaps you face while dealing with painful periods, pelvic pain and infertility. New diagnostic solutions are closing the 8+ year diagnostic gap to months or even a single clinic visit.
So what’s next? Endo A to Z highlights the solutions and options that help you move forward, now that rapid, non-invasive diagnostic testing for endometriosis is becoming accessible throughout North America.
For too long, the story of endometriosis has been one of delay, misinformation, and limited options. A decade to get diagnosed. Infertility as the default. Surgery as the only solution. But what if there was a different way? Join Dr. Mark Noar, gastroenterologist and inventor of ENDOSURE, and Carolyn Plican, fertility educator and women’s health...
In the inaugural episode of ‘Endometriosis A to Z,’ the hosts introduce the podcast’s mission to demystify endometriosis through factual information and the latest research. Highlighting a groundbreaking development, Dr. Mark Noar shares his journey from gastroenterology to creating ‘EndoSure,’ a rapid diagnostic test for endometriosis using the newly discovered GIMA biomarker. Carolyn Plican, a...
Carolyn interviews Dr. Noar on what practices and methods of analysis make a scientific study robust and its results valid, how this relates to endometriosis diagnosis technology, and the future of endometriosis diagnostics. Additional resources: Gastrointestinal Myoelectrical Activity (GIMA) Biomarker for Noninvasive Diagnosis of Endometriosis – PMC
Dr. Noar and Carolyn speak with Dr. Larry Glazerman on the importance of individualized treatment plans and multimodal therapy for effective endometriosis treatment. They also talk about the variability of endo symptoms and the different medications available for their treatment (as well as how these medications work). About Dr. Glazerman: Larry R. Glazerman completed medical...
Carolyn and Mark (Dr. Noar) discuss the genetic and biological factors that cause endometriosis, including the role of a patient’s uterus anatomy and reproductive hormones like progesterone. Other factors covered include the role of inflammatory responses in symptom severity and the composition of a patient’s uterine microbiome. At the end of the episode (c. 26:30),...
After decades of stagnation, Dr David Griffiths is on the show to share improvements in diagnosis and treatment of endometriosis’ associated conditions, including adenomyosis, interstitial cystitis, and fibromyalgia following introduction of Tier 1 testing. Mr Griffiths* is a consultant gynecologist from the UK with more than 25 years of experience and sees patients from London...
It’s time to learn about Pelvic Physiotherapy for Treating Endometriosis. Join us as we explore the impact pelvic physiotherapy can have on managing the symptoms of endometriosis. Guest Expert Dr. Amanda Olson We are honored to welcome Dr. Amanda Olson, a dedicated and passionate physical therapist specializing in pelvic floor disorders. With a Doctorate in...
Why find out more about Integrative Medicine? We discuss the systematic approach to achieving deep and comprehensive healing from endometriosis at any stage. Learn more about Integrative Medicine Programs for professionals and patients: https://integrativewomenshealthinstitute.com/ Practitioner Directory: https://practitionerdirectory.integrativewomenshealthinstitute.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/integrativewomenshealth/ Podcast: https://integrativewomenshealthinstitute.com/podcast/ Guest BIO: Dr. Jessica Drummond, DCN, CNS, PT, NBC-HWC, is the founder and CEO of The Integrative...