Medicine in Layman's Terms

Erin Layman Rhoads, PA-C
  • 5.0 (2)
  • Medicine
  • Weekly

"Medicine in Layman's Terms" is an educational podcast that discusses common medical terms, diagnoses and more. Often, we may recognize the terms- hypertension, diabetes, thyroid dysfunction, etc. But have you ever stopped and wondered how people develop high blood pressure? How do we treat diabetes? Or, what even is a thyroid? Whether you are a patient looking to expand your medical knowledge, a student wanting to brush up on frequent terms or a provider exploring different ways to explain diagnoses to your patients, I invite you to join me each week as we break down basic medicine into layman's terms. 

Episodes

  1. 08/31/2023

    Oh, Sugar, Sugar: Breaking down type 2 diabetes mellitus

    Diabetes mellitus is a major cause of blindness, heart attacks, strokes, and kidney failure. In the United States, one in 10 people have diabetes mellitus, with 90-95 % of them having type 2 diabetes.  Join me in discussing how our body normally responds to sugar, where things go wrong, and the risk factors, symptoms, complications and treatment options for type 2 diabetes mellitus. This episode's show notes:   Season 1, Episode 4 Show Notes We also have an animated version of this episode for our fellow visual learners as well!  Season 1, Episode 4 YouTube Short  Check out our website for show notes, articles referenced, resources and more. https://www.rhoadtopa.com/podcast Thank you for joining me! Please like and subscribe.

    Oh, Sugar, Sugar: Breaking down type 2 diabetes mellitus

  2. 06/21/2023

    An Achy, Breaky Heart: Breaking down a heart attack

    Per the American Heart Association, someone in the United States has a heart attack approximately every 40 seconds. Furthermore, cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the US. Join me in breaking down the medicine behind heart attacks as well as some preventative measures, treatment options, warning signs, and more. This episode's show notes: Season 1, Episode 3 Show Notes We also have an animated version of this episode for our fellow visual learners as well! Season 1, Episode 3 YouTube Short Check out our website for show notes, articles referenced, resources and more. https://www.rhoadtopa.com/podcast Thank you for joining me! Please like and subscribe.

    An Achy, Breaky Heart: Breaking down a heart attack

  3. 02/08/2023

    The Mole the Merrier: Breaking down skin cancer

    Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, accounting for approximately one third of all cancers in the U.S.  Join me in breaking down the medicine behind skin cancer including the various types, preventative measures, and treatment options. This episode's show notes: Season 1, Episode 2 Show Notes Check out our website for show notes, articles referenced, resources and more. https://www.rhoadtopa.com/podcast Thank you for joining me! Please like and subscribe.

    The Mole the Merrier: Breaking down skin cancer

  4. 01/30/2023

    Under Pressure: Breaking down hypertension

    High blood pressure, otherwise known as hypertension, is one of the most common diseases in the United States and is a leading cause of heart disease and stroke.  Join me in breaking down the medicine behind high blood pressure as well as some preventative measures, treatment options, and more. Show notes: Season 1, Episode 1 Check out our website for show notes, articles referenced, resources and more. https://www.rhoadtopa.com/podcast Thank you for joining me! Please like and subscribe.

    Under Pressure: Breaking down hypertension
  • 4 Episodes

Ratings & Reviews

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About

"Medicine in Layman's Terms" is an educational podcast that discusses common medical terms, diagnoses and more. Often, we may recognize the terms- hypertension, diabetes, thyroid dysfunction, etc. But have you ever stopped and wondered how people develop high blood pressure? How do we treat diabetes? Or, what even is a thyroid? Whether you are a patient looking to expand your medical knowledge, a student wanting to brush up on frequent terms or a provider exploring different ways to explain diagnoses to your patients, I invite you to join me each week as we break down basic medicine into layman's terms. 

Information

  • Creator
    Erin Layman Rhoads, PA-C
  • Years Active
    2023
  • Episodes
    4
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Medicine in Layman's Terms
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    Medicine in Layman's Terms