Can you shrink a thyroid nodule by 82% while keeping your thyroid intact? In today’s episode, I am joined by Emily Saska, a patient who refused to accept a total thyroidectomy as her only option. When Emily discovered an \"angry,\" rapidly growing 3.8cm thyroid nodule, she was steered toward the operating room. Instead, she chose a \"needle off the record\" moment and sought out nsPFA (nanosecond Pulsed Field Ablation).
Join us as Emily walks us through her experience with this cutting-edge, non-thermal technology performed by Dr. Emad Kandil. From a \"nothing burger\" recovery to stunning clinical results, Emily’s story is a powerful testament to the importance of patient advocacy and the life-changing potential of thyroid-saving technology.
In this episode, we explore:
The Surgery Referral: Why Emily questioned the \"standard of care\" and how she found the courage to seek a second opinion.
What is nsPFA? An inside look at nanosecond Pulsed Field Ablation—a non-thermal alternative for those who want to avoid the risks of heat-based treatments.
The \"Birthday Band-Aid\": Emily’s step-by-step account of the procedure day and why her recovery was so incredibly fast.
Proven Results: How Emily achieved a 65% reduction in just six weeks and an 82% reduction by her seven-month follow-up.
Empowering Advice: Why you should never \"blindly trust\" a surgical referral without exploring the latest nonsurgical tools first.
If you’ve been told that surgery is your only path, this episode is for you. Your thyroid is a vital organ—learn how you can save it.
Connect with Our Guest & Expert:
Dr. Emad Kandil’s Practice: https://kandilablationcenter.com/
Previous episodes on nsPFA (nPulse):
Dr. Tufano: https://youtu.be/ihkp3tmLqXI?si=xGrWeS4OavCM59qF
Dr. Harding: https://youtu.be/1eG6x0W9CW0?si=wl1maW_QS5SEwNP_
Dr. Kandil: https://youtu.be/GWa-xs9iO-s?si=vR_ZRcDN0WuBqK1a
Resources:
👉 Podcast: https://www.saveyourthyroidwithjen.com/
👉 Patient site: https://www.saveyourthyroid.org/
👉 Private FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/saveyourthyroidnonsurgical
👉 Patient Navigation: https://www.saveyourthyroidwithjen.com/p/patient-navigation-services/
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⚠️ Disclaimer:
This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. No endorsement is given or implied for any specific product, treatment, or physician mentioned. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding your individual medical needs.
Keywords: Thyroid Nodule, nsPFA, Nanosecond Pulsed Field Ablation, Thyroid Ablation, Dr. Emad Kandil, Thyroidectomy Alternative, Non-Surgical Thyroid Treatment, Save Your Thyroid, Thyroid Nodule Shrinkage, Patient Advocacy.
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