Sandra Rodriguez, MD, ABOM

Sandra Rodriguez, MD, ABOM Dr. Sandra Rodríguez, MD, ABOM
Board certified
✨ Gastro doctor
✨ expert on digestive & liver health
✨ Obesity Medicine
📍 Miami & Homestead
📲 786-500-4644

11/19/2025

✨ Recent studies suggest that GLP1 receptor agonists may be linked to improved survival rates in people with colon cancer. Researchers propose that these medications may influence inflammation and long-term outcomes in ways we are only beginning to understand.

🧬 Inflammation plays a key role in the development and progression of colon cancer, and exploring how GLP1 agonists interact with these pathways opens the door to new therapeutic perspectives. More research is needed, but the findings are promising.

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11/18/2025

💡 5 Common IBS Myths Debunked There’s a lot of misinformation about Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), and it often leaves patients feeling confused or hopeless.

Understanding IBS is the first step toward control, not frustration 💙

11/11/2025

💉 Semaglutide (Ozempic/Wegovy), known for its use in diabetes and weight management, has just received accelerated FDA approval for treating adults with MASH (Metabolic Dysfunction–Associated Steatohepatitis) and moderate-to-advanced liver fibrosis (F2–F3), but without cirrhosis.

🧬 In the ESSENCE trial, 63% of patients treated with semaglutide achieved resolution of steatohepatitis compared to 34% in the placebo group. Additionally, 36.8% saw a reduction in fibrosis versus 22.4% with placebo.

🏥 This marks a major step forward — paving the way for insurance companies to start covering semaglutide for patients with MASH and liver fibrosis. A big advance in metabolic and liver health care.

11/07/2025

‼️ Obesity is a chronic disease, not a choice, and it deserves the same access to effective treatment as other conditions.

👨‍⚖️ Recently, the Donald Trump administration announced an agreement with major pharma companies Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly to significantly reduce the cost of GLP-1 medications used for obesity and diabetes. 

🔍 This matters because these medications have strong evidence for helping patients with obesity achieve meaningful weight loss and reduce visceral fat, improve metabolic health and lower risk for complications. As a gastroenterologist treating obesity, I believe these treatments should be available broadly, at accessible cost, and covered by public programs like Medicare and Medicaid.

💡 When treatment becomes accessible, we shift from hopelessness to empowerment, helping people reclaim their health.

✅ Access isn’t just fairness, it’s public-health.

11/06/2025

💡 IBS affects 10–15% of people worldwide, that’s 1 in every 7 adults. IBS makes up almost half of all GI clinic visits, and, yet so many people suffer in silence.

🧠 IBS isn’t “just stress.” It’s a real condition a disorder of the gut–brain connection.
The good news?
➡️ It’s common, you’re not alone.
➡️ It’s real, not your imagination.
➡️ It’s treatable, with the right plan, symptoms can improve dramatically.

Compassion + understanding = better care 💙

11/04/2025

🍅 The Mediterranean diet is the most evidence-based approach for fatty liver.
Clinical trials and meta-analyses consistently show its power to reduce liver fat and improve metabolic health, even without weight loss.

🥑 Studies demonstrate that this diet leads to less hepatic steatosis, better insulin sensitivity, lower ALT and AST, and even improved liver histology.
It’s not a fad, it’s science-backed, sustainable, and delicious.

🌿 Think olive oil, fish, vegetables, legumes, nuts, and whole grains. Real food that heals from the inside out.

10/30/2025

💡 Obesity is a chronic, treatable disease. It's not a lack of willpower.
Just like diabetes or hypertension, it’s influenced by genetics, hormones, metabolism, and environment. Recognizing this shifts the focus from blame to treatment.

⚖️ When we treat obesity as a medical condition, we open the door to real solutions: nutrition, medications, and procedures that help restore metabolic health and prevent long-term complications. Compassion and treatment, not judgment, are the keys to better care.

10/28/2025

🍃 Fatty liver disease, or hepatic steatosis, happens when fat (mainly triglycerides) builds up inside liver cells.
This usually occurs due to obesity, insulin resistance, or metabolic stress. The liver loses its ability to balance fat storage and export, leading to fat accumulation inside hepatocytes.

🔥 Over time, this can progress from simple steatosis (reversible fat accumulation) to steatohepatitis (inflammation and liver injury), which can then evolve into fibrosis and cirrhosis.
Fatty liver doesn’t always cause symptoms — but it’s a serious warning sign of metabolic imbalance that needs early attention.

10/23/2025

🏃‍♀️ Losing weight is just the beginning. Keeping it off is where most people struggle. Studies show that the key to maintaining weight loss is regular physical activity, not endless dieting.

💪 Aim for 150–300 minutes per week of moderate-intensity exercise (like brisk walking, cycling, swimming) or 75–150 minutes of vigorous activity (like running or HIIT). And don’t forget: strength training at least twice a week helps preserve muscle — which keeps your metabolism active even at rest!

❤️ To find your right intensity, calculate your maximum heart rate (MHR = 220 – your age). Then keep your HR between 50–70% of MHR for moderate intensity, or 70–85% for vigorous workouts. That’s the science of sustainable results.

10/21/2025

💡 Small changes, big impact! Your gut and metabolism respond fast when you:
• Eat more fiber — it keeps you full, balances blood sugar, and feeds your gut bacteria.
• Limit ultraprocessed foods — they promote inflammation and weight gain.
• Prioritize consistent sleep and movement — they balance hunger hormones and improve gut function.

Your gut health can transform in just a few days of consistency. Start small, stay consistent, and your body will thank you.

10/14/2025

🚽 The position you use on the toilet could be making it harder for you to p**p! When sitting in the traditional way, the pubore**alis muscle stays contracted, creating an angle that blocks stool passage.

🧍‍♀️ When you mimic a squatting position, that angle straightens and the re**al canal opens naturally. Using a toilet stool (like a Squatty Potty), stacking books under your feet, or leaning forward slightly can make a huge difference.

⛔ Avoid leaning back or holding your breath while straining. This puts pressure on your pelvic floor and can lead to hemorrhoids or constipation. The key is finding the most natural position for your body.

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10/09/2025

🚨 Colon cancer is becoming more common, even in young people.

Pay attention to this signs:
🩸 Blood in the stool
♻️ Persistent changes in bowel habits
📝 Pencil-thin stools
🤕 Abdominal pain or bloating that doesn’t go away
🪫 Fatigue and weakness from iron deficiency anemia
📉 Unexplained weight loss

These symptoms don’t always mean cancer, but they should never be ignored if they persist. Early detection saves lives.

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