The First Podcast

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) Dr. Jeff Arrington, renowned excision specialist and patient advocate, joins Quick Connect to debunk misinformation and empower patients with expert insights on endometriosis care. He breaks down the complexities of excision surgery, the connection between fibroids […]

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) Dr. Christine Vaccaro, a double board certified urogynecologist, provides crucial insights about the often-overlooked challenges of surgical menopause and comprehensive hormone replacement therapy. She explains why the abrupt hormonal changes after ovary removal create a “rude

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) Intimacy doesn’t have to end when chronic pain begins – it simply requires thoughtful adaptation, clear communication, and a willingness to explore new pathways to pleasure. • Understanding the crucial difference between pain (stop immediately) and

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) Registered dietitian Sarah Rae debunks common myths about soy and endometriosis, explaining why phytoestrogens may actually support—not harm—your health. Research suggests soy could even lower endometriosis risk! In this episode: ✅ Soy as a source of

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) Mallory Oxendine, a licensed professional counselor and certified sex therapist, shares powerful insights about maintaining intimacy while navigating the challenges of endometriosis and chronic illness. She offers compassionate guidance on reframing our expectations of sex, communicating

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) Dr. Abhishek Mangeshkar breaks down why hormonal suppression only manages symptoms, while surgery removes endometriosis. He highlights key differences between these approaches and the serious long-term risks of hormonal treatments, including bone loss, heart disease, GI

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) Dr. Mona Orady breaks down the critical role of adhesion prevention in endometriosis excision surgery—key for protecting fertility and reducing pain. She shares expert techniques, from minimizing tissue trauma to innovative methods like suspending ovaries during

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) Dr. Nick Fogelson, an expert excision specialist with formal neuropelviology training, explains how endometriosis affects nerve pathways and creates specific pain patterns. He shares valuable insights on identifying and treating nerve compression and endometriosis lesions that