Episodes

The Vagina Doctor Podcast with Duncan Turner MD Understanding Urinary Incontinence and Vaginal Health with Vitone TherapyIn this episode, the 'Vagina Doctor' discusses urinary incontinence and vaginal laxity, addressing common concerns such as stress urinary incontinence, urgency incontinence, and overactive bladders. The conversation covers the factors contributing to these conditions like weight gain, pelvic floor weakness, and estrogen deficiency. Traditional treatments like Kegel exercises ...

The Vagina Doctor Podcast with Duncan Turner MD Understanding the OShot: Benefits, Procedure, and Patient Satisfaction In this episode, we explore the OShot, a procedure aimed at boosting sexual satisfaction, sensitivity, and climax ability in patients. Developed about a decade ago, the OShot involves injecting platelet-rich plasma or more potent growth factors into the clitoris and G-spot. Despite initial reservations about its painful-sounding nature, it's a safe and well-tolerated procedure...

Understanding Osteoporosis: Prevention, Testing & New Innovations Duncan Turner MD and Sophie Mengele NP In this episode, we delve into the critical topic of osteoporosis and osteopenia, exploring their severe health impacts, especially for postmenopausal women and those with certain genetic predispositions. We discuss alarming statistics, preventive measures, and the various tests available to evaluate bone health. Notably, we highlight the advancements in bone density testing with the FDA-ap...

Duncan Turner MD: The Vagina Doctor Podcast Debunking Myths About Vaginal Estrogen: Safe and Effective Treatments Explained In this episode, we explore the topic of vaginal estrogen and dispel common myths and fears associated with its use. We discuss the two different methods of hormone replacement: systemic full-body estrogen and progesterone, and localized vaginal estrogen treatment. The focus is on the benefits and safety of using low-dose vaginal estrogen for treating symptoms like vagina...

The Vagina Doctor Podcast with Duncan Turner MD & Sophie Mengele Women's Health Nurse Practitioner Understanding Compounded Medications: Safety, Quality, and Personalized Care at TMA Explore the world of weight management medications, particularly focusing on the role of compounding pharmacies, with Turner Medical Arts (TMA). We delve into the differences between standard and compounded medications, the importance of sourcing from reputable pharmacies, and the personalized care TMA offers to en...

Kicking Off the New Year: Reflections and Future Plans In this Happy New Year episode, the hosts reflect on the challenges and health issues they faced in the past two months, including surgeries and sickness. They discuss exciting developments and future plans for their practice, focusing on gynecology, women's healthcare, and longevity. The episode highlights new podcast segments featuring Sophie, and touches on the benefits of weight loss and regenerative medicine for their patients. They als...

In this episode of 'This Might Sting A Little, Dr. Duncan Turner, Dr. Dennis Hughes, and Dr. Orel Swenson discuss the intricacies of modern medication, the cumulative side effects of treatments, and the growing mistrust in the healthcare system. They explore the practice of treating one condition while potentially causing another, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on public trust, and the challenges healthcare providers face in balancing treatment benefits and risks with patients. The conversa...

Addressing the Gender Gap in Medicine: A Deep Dive In this episode, we discuss the gender gap in medicine with insights from Duncan Turner MD. We explore how women's symptoms are often inadequately addressed compared to men's, the underrecognized biases in medical practice, and the impact of wearables on patient care. The conversation delves into personal experiences with patients, historical studies on heart health, and how better self-awareness and tracking can improve medical outcomes for wo...

Navigating Midlife: Insights from Kayla Johnson/Kayla Johnson Fitness on the Vagina Doctor Podcast Join us on the Vagina Doctor Podcast for an enlightening conversation with Kayla Johnson, a fitness expert and women's wellness advocate. Kayla shares her personal journey of navigating midlife fitness, hormonal changes, and the impact of perimenopause on women's health. She discusses her approach to fitness, including the importance of weight training, the pitfalls of overtraining, and the role o...

The Vagina Doctor Podcast Hosted by Duncan Turner MD & Karen Spaulding In this episode of The Vagina Doctor Podcast, repeat guest Buck Joffrey delves into his new podcast ventures, 'Longevity Roadmap' and 'Longevity Junkie'. He discusses the complex nature of fasting, the evolving views on diet, the debates surrounding protein intake, and the controversial nature of Metformin and Rapamycin in longevity. The conversation also touches on the role of erectile dysfunction as an early indicator of ...

In this episode of 'This Might Sting A Little,' Dr. Duncan Turner, Dr. Dennis Hughes, and Dr. Orel Swenson discuss the challenges posed by the growing trend of people considering themselves healthcare experts based on AI, social media, and limited research. They delve into how AI tools and online influencers create false confidence among patients, making self-diagnosis more common. They also explore the impact of consumer-driven healthcare and emphasize the critical role of experienced physician...

The Vagina Doctor Podcast with Duncan Turner MD & Karen Spaulding In this detailed discussion, the Duncan Turner MD and Karen Spaulding talk about her upcoming hysterectomy and compares different procedures and recovery experiences of friends and family. Key topics include laparoscopic hysterectomy using the da Vinci robot, traditional transabdominal procedures, the advantages of keeping the cervix, and varying incision techniques. The conversation also emphasizes the importance of minimizing i...

Understanding Bloating: Causes, Diagnoses, and Treatments with Dr. Dennis Hughes In this episode, Dr. Dennis Hughes and Nurse Practitioner Sophie Mengele & Karen Spaulding discuss the various causes, diagnostic methods, and treatments for bloating. The conversation includes insights into symptoms and potential underlying conditions such as celiac disease, SIBO, and pancreatic exocrine insufficiency. Dr. Hughes also explains diagnostic approaches, including the importance of ruling out severe con...

The Vagina Doctor Podcast with Duncan Turner MD & Karen Spaulding In this episode, we delve into the increasing trend of couples attending medical consultations together. The discussion highlights various reasons behind this shift, such as extended consultation times, support from partners, and the validation it provides. The conversation also touches on the differences in how male and female patients respond to medical advice and the benefits and challenges of having partners present during ap...

In this episode of the Vagina Doctor Podcast, we introduce Sophie Mengele FNP-C, RN, MSN , the newest nurse practitioner joining Turner Medical Arts. Sophie discusses her extensive educational background, having earned her master's at Johns Hopkins and completing her post-master's at the University of Cincinnati. Sophie shares her journey from Germany to Santa Barbara and her professional experiences in neighborhood clinics focusing on women's health. She talks in-depth about gynecological care,...

The Vagina Doctor Podcast with Duncan Turner MD & Karen Spaulding Understanding the Symptoms and Feelings Associated with CystoceleThis episode discusses the sensations and symptoms experienced by individuals with cystocele. Patients may feel a sense of pressure, heaviness, or a general feeling that something is awry. In more severe cases, there can be a noticeable bulging through the vaginal opening, leading patients to describe a sensation of 'everything falling out.' Links To All Platforms:...

In this episode of 'This Might Sting a Little,' Dr. Orel Swenson, Dr. Dennis Hughes, and Dr. Duncan Turner dive into the realities of the emergency department (ER) from both patient and physician perspectives. They discuss why ER visits often take so long, the communication challenges between primary care doctors and ER staff, and the unique pressures ER doctors face. They also explore the emergency severity index (ESI) system that determines patient prioritization and the role of ERs as a socie...

Understanding Perimenopause: Symptoms, Challenges, and Treatments In this consult-style episode, Dr. Turner delves into the complexities of perimenopause, highlighting its growing awareness due to social media and the symptoms women experience, such as sleep disturbances, weight gain, mood swings, and depression. The discussion includes the importance of listening to patients, the variability of hormone levels, and the trial-and-error approach to treatment. Dr. Turner also addresses the misinfo...

The Vagina Doctor Podcast with Duncan Turner MD & Karen Spaulding Understanding Rectocele: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments In this episode, we delve into the topic of rectocele, a type of pelvic floor disorder. We explain what rectocele is, common causes such as childbirth and menopause, and how it affects patients. The video covers symptoms, diagnostic methods, and treatment options including surgery and the use of pessaries. Additionally, we discuss related conditions like uterine prolapse ...

The Vagina Doctor Podcast With Duncan Turner MD & Karen Spaulding Revolutionizing Women's Health: V02 Max and The Future of FemTech | Vagina Doctor Podcast feat. Eric Sanchez In this episode of the Vagina Doctor Podcast, hosts interview Eric Sanchez, founder and CEO of X2L Bio, a software and biotechnology company focusing on wearable technology for health and fitness. Eric shares his journey from working with a Dutch sports tech company and Duke University to launching his own company aimed ...

The Vagina Doctor Podcast with Duncan Turner MD & Karen Spaulding. CWM: Urinary symptoms can be helped and often times fixed. When is it time though to go to the next step? Surgery. Episode Resources Links To All Platforms: https://www.thevaginadoctorpodcast.com/ Subscribe On YouTube:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@TheVaginaDoctor⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us On Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

In Episode 2 of This Might Sting a Little, Duncan Turner, Orel Swenson and Dennis Hughes break down what we know and don't know about GLP-1. In this episode, we dive deep into GLP-1 agonists, commonly known as semaglutide, a popular weight-loss and diabetes medication. We discuss its natural production, effects on the body, and its impact on insulin production, stomach emptying, and brain receptors. The conversation covers the challenges of processed food, addiction-like behaviors, and the broa...

The Vagina Doctor Podcast with Duncan Turner MD & Karen Spaulding. On this short consult with me episode we go over 4 weeks on micro- dosing GLP-1 Semaglutide. If you have been curious about these drugs for treatment of inflammation this is a great episode to listen to! Enjoy! Episode Resources Links To All Platforms: https://www.thevaginadoctorpodcast.com/ Subscribe On YouTube:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@TheVaginaDoctor⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

The Vagina Doctor Podcast With Duncan Turner MD & Karen Spaulding In this episode Dr. Orel Swenson Breaks down the ins and outs of stem cell and exosome therapy. If you have ever been curious about these treatments and their benefits and warnings, this is a great episode to take in. Episode Resources Links To All Platforms: https://www.thevaginadoctorpodcast.com/ Subscribe On YouTube:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@TheVaginaDoctor⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...