Send us a text What do you do when you just want a break from being sick? In this month's episode of The Rundown, Dr Zeest Khan shares her ongoing journey with long COVID, discussing the frustrations and challenges she faces in recovery. She reflects on the medical treatments she has undergone, the importance of reliable information, and the emotional toll of navigating the complexities of this condition. Subscribe for more at LongCovidMD.substack.com, and follow Dr Khan on X @docto...
Mar 1, 2025
25 min
Send us a text Read a summary of our conversation here, and sign up for my newsletter to receive summaries of each podcast episode and more at LongCovidMD.substack.com Dr. Melanie Hoppers is a board-certified physician in both adult and pediatric medicine, and is a consultant at the Bateman-Horne Center. In this conversation, Dr Hoppers shares her extensive experience treating children with post-viral illnesses, particularly ME-CFS and long COVID. She discusses her personal journey as a pare...
Feb 22, 2025
48 min
Send us a text Record a Voice Note Summary In this episode of Long Covid, MD, Dr. Zeest Khan shares personal updates from January, highlighting recent projects to educate other medical professionals on long COVID. She explains some of the ways long COVID impacts executive function and how she utilizes Speech and Language Pathology to improve cognition. She also reflects on the impact of social media on mental health and the need for community support among those affected by chronic illness.&...
Feb 5, 2025
25 min
Send us a text In this episode of Long COVID, MD, Dr. Zeest Khan shares highlights from her recent Project ECHO webinar, sponsored by the University of Utah and the Bateman Horne Center. Drawing from her personal journey and clinical expertise, she introduces actionable strategies to manage the complex and often overwhelming nature of Long COVID. Subscribe to Dr. Khan's newsletter at longcovidmd.substack.com. Subscribe for more at LongCovidMD.substack.com, and follow Dr Khan on X @docto...
Jan 22, 2025
27 min
Send us a text In this conversation, Stanford psychologist and behavioral sleep specialist Dr. Hylton Molzof joins Dr Khan to discuss the complexities of sleep. They focus particularly on insomnia in chronic illness, and the role of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBTI). They discuss the physiological stages of sleep, the impact of chronic illness on sleep patterns, and practical strategies for managing sleep-related anxiety. Dr. Molzof emphasizes the importance of adapting CBTI ...
Jan 15, 2025
56 min
Send us a text Happy 2025! In this special New Year’s episode of Long COVID MD, Dr. Zeest Khan reflects on an invaluable piece of wisdom from Mr. Rogers: “Look for the helpers.” Navigating Long COVID is anything but straightforward, but this timeless advice serves as a guiding principle. Dr. Khan breaks it down into three actionable steps to help you identify the assistance you need, avoid detractors, and—perhaps the hardest part—learn to receive help with grace. Resources and Links: Subscri...
Jan 8, 2025
16 min
Send us a text Send me a voicemail: speakpipe.com/longcovidmd In this conversation, Dr. Khan discusses the impact of the autonomic nervous system in Long COVID, with Dr. Alba Azola, Assistant Professor of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Johns Hopkins University. Dr Azola explains the complexities of autonomic dysfunction, particularly focusing on dysautonomia and POTS, and how these conditions affect patients' daily lives. The discussion highlights the importance of a patient-c...
Dec 11, 2024
57 min
Send us a text Leave me a voicemail: speakpipe.com/longcovidmd Lindsey Port, who lives with severe Long COVID, represents District 55 in the Minnesota State Senate. How does she do it and to what extent can state governments impact the lives of people with chronic illness? In our conversation, Senator Port shares why she insists on disability accommodations, why it was important for her to share her Long COVID story, and why she encourages YOU to share yours. Senator Port believes that whil...
Nov 27, 2024
28 min
Send us a text The United States government is in transition, and the new administration may make dramatic changes that will impact people with Long COVID, among others. In this reading of my November essay for the Long Covid MD Substack, I explain why, because I am concerned, I am not panicking. Read, subscribe and share: https://longcovidmd.substack.com/p/why-im-not-panicking?r=478j9x Subscribe for more at LongCovidMD.substack.com, and follow Dr Khan on X @doctor_zeest
Nov 22, 2024
18 min
Send us a text Ask me a question at speakpipe.com/longcovidmd In this conversation, Dr. Zeest Khan and certified clinical mental health counselor Paige Zuckerman discuss the critical role of therapy for those dealing with chronic illness and Long COVID. They explore the stigma surrounding mental health, the importance of understanding grief and fear in the context of medical loss, and the potential for post-traumatic growth. The discussion also covers the renegotiation of relationships and b...
Nov 13, 2024
58 min
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