Why do I have Thyroid Nodules?
Back to blog Thyroid nodules are overgrowths of thyroid cells that form a lump within the thyroid gland10. Nodules are common entities in the thyroid and most of the time, they are harmless and do not produce any symptoms. In fact, according to American Thyroid Association (ATA), only 40% of the patients with thyroid nodules…
3 Most Common Indications for Thyroid Ultrasound Examination
With technological advancement, thyroid ultrasound has become a very common and economical examination to find out any issues inside your neck. Ever wondered when and why your doctor might want to order a thyroid ultrasound for you? Most Common Indications (reasons) for a Thyroid Ultrasound Examination A palpable neck mass A cold nodule on a…
Doctor of the Month: Enter into the World of Dr. Auh Whan Park
Back to blog As our knowledge about thyroid symptoms evolves and breakthrough medical technologies are introduced, the future of thyroid treatment is beginning to change. With the introduction of minimally invasive methods such as the STARmed RFA system to treat benign, symptomatic thyroid nodules, it’s clear that the patient experience is continually improving. We’d like…
6 Tips to Improve the Health of Your Thyroid
The American Thyroid Association estimates that nearly 20 million Americans have some underlying thyroid issues and 1 in 8 females will develop a thyroid problem during her lifetime.1 Unfortunately, there is no sure-fire way to prevent thyroid disease, although there are multiple lifestyle choices one can make to lower your risk. We will discuss the…
Techniques and Procedure Aspects of Radiofrequency Ablation of Thyroid Nodule
Thyroid nodules are a common medical problem in the USA. While most thyroid nodules (about 85%) are benign and need follow-up, some require treatment for associated symptoms and cosmetic issues. With technology advancement, many minimally invasive treatments have been introduced to treat thyroid nodules non-surgically under ultrasound guidance: Percutaneous Ethanol Injection (PEI): recommended for cystic…
Doctor of The Month: Meet Dr. Emad Kandil
For decades, surgery has been the standard treatment for thyroid symptoms, despite a benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous) diagnosis. With technology breakthroughs and the recent Food and Drug Administration (FDA) clearance of the minimally invasive STARmed RFA system to treat thyroid nodules, surgery is no longer the only resort for patients with benign, symptomatic thyroid…
The Wonders of Thyroid Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA)!
Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) has been around for a long time. Since 1931, it has been utilized to treat a chronic facial pain condition by a German surgeon, Martin Kirschner. Almost thirty years later, Cosman and Aronow brought the first commercial RFA machine onto the market, revolutionizing treatment for patients from hemorrhoids to heart arrhythmias. Today,…
