The Second Brain: Transforming Gut Healing: Part 1 - European Medical Journal

The Second Brain: Transforming Gut Healing: Part 1

The EMJ Podcast | Episode 239

In this episode of the EMJ Podcast, host Jonathan Sackier welcomes Douglas Drossman, a pioneer in disorders of gutbrain interaction. They explore his journey from gastroenterology to psychiatry, the impact of the Rome Foundation, and how neuromodulators are transforming GI treatment. 

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Speaker bio: 

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Douglas Drossman is Professor Emeritus of Medicine and Psychiatry at the University of North Carolina School of Medicine and President Emeritus of the Rome Foundation. He is a world-renowned leader in functional gastrointestinal disorders, having pioneered research in neuromodulators and cognitive behavioural therapy for gut disorders. Through his work at DrossmanCare, he is dedicated to improving patient-doctor communication and enhancing patient-centred care. 

Timestamps:
  • 00:00 – Introduction
  • 06:01 – From Rock ‘n’ Roll to Medicine: Drossman’s Musical Past
  • 07:48 – The Journey from Gastroenterology to Psychiatry
  • 11:35 – Breaking Barriers in Disorders of Gut–Brain Interaction
  • 14:14 – The Global Impact of the Rome Foundation
  • 17:34 – Neuromodulators: A Game Changer in Treating Painful Gastrointestinal Disorders
  • 22:32 – Why Physician Communication Matters More Than Ever

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