Ep 7 Isabella Trinca & Angela Khera on Biofeedback & Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy
Talking Gut with Dr Jim Kantidakis
Release Date: 09/02/2018
Ep 32 Dr Chris Gillespie on world of Colorectal Health
Talking Gut with Dr Jim Kantidakis
In today's episode, we'll be diving into the world of colorectal health, breaking down both functional conditions like pelvic floor disorders and chronic constipation, and biological conditions such as colorectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, and more. Dr Chris Gillespie shares his personal journey into the field of colorectal surgery, and we take a behind the scenes look at what patients can expect when referred to a colorectal surgeon, such asDr Chris Gillespie, from diagnosis and non-surgical treatments to surgical approaches. Dr Chris Gillespie walks us through the step by step...
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Ep 31 Prof Doug Drossman and Johannah Ruddy on "Gut Feelings"
Talking Gut with Dr Jim Kantidakis
In this episode of The Talking Gut Podcast, we’re joined by Professor Doug Drossman and Johannah Ruddy to discuss their two powerful books, Gut Feelings. We explore the history of mind-body medicine, the importance of the doctor–patient relationship, and the emotional and clinical complexity of disorders of gut-brain interaction (DGBI). A must-listen for both patients and healthcare providers seeking deeper understanding, empathy, and change in the way we approach chronic gut disorders. Whether you're curious, concerned, or just keen to learn more, this episode offers valuable...
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Ep 30 Prof Doug Drossman on understanding neuromodulators
Talking Gut with Dr Jim Kantidakis
Welcome back to another episode of Talking Gut! Today, we’re joined once again by the legendary Professor Doug Drossman, a pioneer in the field of disorders of gut-brain interaction (DGBI), such as IBS. You may remember Dr. Drossman from Episode 13, where we explored the biopsychosocial model of care, and Episode 18, where we discussed communication strategies to strengthen the provider–patient relationship. In this episode, we shift focus to neuromodulators medications that can play a key role in managing symptoms of DGBI. Dr. Drossman helps us unpack what these medications are, how...
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I'm Back - New Season !
Talking Gut with Dr Jim Kantidakis
After a brief break, Talking Gut is back and better than ever. Hosted by Clinical Psychologist Dr. Jim Kantidakis, this podcast dives deep into the fascinating world of gut health, the gut-brain connection, and everything in between. Expect insightful conversations with leading experts, real stories, and evidence-based discussions on topics like IBS, hypnotherapy, mental health, the gut microbiome, and the latest science shaping our understanding of the gut. Whether you're a health professional, someone living with gut issues, or just curious about how your gut affects your overall wellbeing,...
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Ep 29 Prof Marc Benninga on Paediatric Abdominal Pain, Constipation and Incontinence
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Paediatric gastroenterologist Professor Marc Benninga. Prof Benninga or Marc as he prefers to be called, studied medicine at the University of Amsterdam, the Netherlands. After receiving his Medical degree he worked as a research fellow at the department of paediatric gastroenterology and nutrition at the Academic Medical Centre in Amsterdam. He performed extensive research on constipation and faecal incontinence in childhood. Subsequently he was trained in paediatrics at the Wilhelmina Children’s Hospital in Utrecht, The Netherlands. After his paediatric training he performed research at...
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Ep 28 Jackie Berryman & Renuka Clarke on Stoma Therapy
Talking Gut with Dr Jim Kantidakis
Welcome to another Episode of Talking Gut. Todays talk is about Entero-stomal Therapy. My two guests today are both Stomal therapy nurses at the Epworth Hospital in Richmond Melbourne. Jackie Berryman is one of two Stomal Therapy Nurses at Epworth Richmond. Jackie came to nursing later in life after many years within the corporate world. She utilized her Arts Degree to enter a Masters of Nursing Science which is a 2 year entry to practice course. In 2011, at the age of 48, Jackie did her graduate nursing at Peter MacCallum and then went on to complete the Graduate Certificate of...
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Ep 27 Prof Lin Chang on Stress and the Gut
Talking Gut with Dr Jim Kantidakis
Welcome to another Episode of Talking Gut, and today I have the honour of presenting someone a person I deeply respect, Prof Lin Chang. I met prof Chang many years ago while she was visiting Melbourne to present at ANGMA, The Australasian Neurogastroenterolgy and Motility Association conference, and again during DDW conference in Chicago and San Diego. Please allow me to introduce Prof Chang Lin Chang, MD is a Professor of Medicine and Vice-Chief of the Vatche and Tamar Manoukian Division of Digestive Diseases, Department of Medicine at the David Geffen School of Medicine at...
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Ep 26 Dr Helen Burton Murray on Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)
Talking Gut with Dr Jim Kantidakis
Welcome to Season 4, of The Talking Gut Podcast show. Wow, It’s been a long time and a lot has happened in the world since my last post, but I am excited to say I am back!, Back with new and truly fascinating episodes about the gut. Todays topic is Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder or ARFID. Its an episode that has been in the making for some time, and Id like to thank todays guest Dr Helen Burton Murray for her time and patience in bringing this to you. Just alittle background before we dive in… Dr. Burton Murray is a psychologist and the Director of the GI Behavioral Health...
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Ep 25 Assoc Prof Tiffany Taft on Stigma in Coeliac Disease
Talking Gut with Dr Jim Kantidakis
Welcome to another episode of Talking Gut Todays episode is slightly different, It specifically created for Coeliac Australia as part of their 2020 Gluten Free Expo which unfortunately did not going head as an in person. Hopefully this year it will back to somewhat normal The team at Coeliac Australia do a fantastic job in supporting their members and individuals diagnosed with Coeliac disease and I was excited help out by providing them with a useful episode on stigma in Coeliac disease. And who else best to talk about Stigma and coeliac disease than Associate Prof Tiffany Taft. Those that...
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Ep 24 Dr Zina Valaydon on Hepatology and the Liver
Talking Gut with Dr Jim Kantidakis
Thank you for tuning into another episode of Talking Gut! In today’s episode I sat down and talked to Dr Zina Valaydon on Hepatology and the Liver. Dr Zina Valaydon is a consultant gastroenterologist and hepatologist. She is the head of the Hepatology service at the Western Hospital in Melbourne Australia. Zina graduated from The University of Melbourne with a double degree in Medicine and Surgery and Biomedical Science. She completed her physician training at the Royal Melbourne Hospital. She undertook specialist training in Gastroenterology and Hepatology at St. Vincent’s Hospital...
info_outlineIn this episode I sat down and spoke with Isabella Trinca and Angela Khera, Pelvic Floor Physiotherapists, about Biofeedback therapy and how Physiotherapy is used to treat constipation and other Pelvic floor dysfunctions, from constipation to pelvic floor dyssynergia.
We also discussed what to expect from seeing a pelvic floor physio, how to sit on the toilet and how physiotherapy may be helpful with individuals diagnosed with IBD and a whole lot more.