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This Week on Save Your Thyroid: Dr. Jacques Gaudet's Story"The biggest hurdle was time and practice."That's Dr. Jacques ...
04/20/2026

This Week on Save Your Thyroid: Dr. Jacques Gaudet's Story
"The biggest hurdle was time and practice."

That's Dr. Jacques Gaudet — board-certified head and neck surgeon at Southern ENT Associates — talking about what it actually took to bring Radiofrequency Ablation to Louisiana. He was the second doctor in the entire state to offer it. Not because he was chasing a trend. Because he refused to accept that major surgery was the only answer for the person sitting in front of him.

His journey started in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, navigating a fractured healthcare system where even basic ultrasound-guided biopsies were nearly impossible to access. So he taught himself. And from that moment, everything changed.

TOMORROW on Save Your Thyroid, I'm sitting down with Dr. Gaudet to talk about what real patient advocacy looks like from the doctor's side of the table.

Why this episode is a must-listen:
👉 If you've been told surgery is your only option — Dr. Gaudet explains why that's often not true, and what questions to ask before you agree to anything
👉 Why ultrasound expertise is non-negotiable — and how to find a provider who actually has it
👉 You don't have to travel across the country — world-class nonsurgical thyroid care exists in smaller communities, and Dr. Gaudet is proof.

His message to every thyroid patient: "Do your homework. It's going to be okay. We just gotta figure out how we get you there."

Episode drops TOMORROW at saveyourthyroidwithjen.com!
👉 Episode: Revolutionizing Thyroid Care — Dr. Gaudet's Journey with RFA
👉 Podcast: Save Your Thyroid with Jennifer Holkem
👉 Find Dr. Gaudet: southernent.com

04/18/2026

What a difference a year makes when you refuse to settle. 🤯

A year ago, Anne was resigned to the fact that she had to have a total thyroidectomy. Her goiter was massive, her breathing was restricted, and her specialists in London told her surgery was the only way.

Today? She’s sitting here with her thyroid issues resolved—and her gland intact—all because she took a pause and spent a few weeks researching alternatives.

It is incredibly eye-opening to realize that just a few weeks of dedicated research can give you more knowledge about emerging treatments like TAE than the top specialists in your area. Don't let a surgical date dictate your future! 🦋

Listen NOW via saveyourthyroidwithjen.com!

👉 Episode: How Thyroid Artery Embolization (TAE) Saved Anne’s Thyroid from a Total Thyroidectomy
👉 Podcast: Save Your Thyroid with Jennifer Holkem

04/17/2026

We are entering a brand new frontier of patient advocacy. 🛑

It can be a wild experience to realize you have to question the "experts." For her entire life, Anne had always taken her doctors' advice for granted—until she was faced with losing her thyroid to a massive goiter.

By diving into the research, she became the expert on her own options. She went from passively listening to actively dictating her care.

Take advantage of the information out there! When you educate yourself on non-surgical treatments like TAE, you take your power back. You deserve to be in the driver's seat of your own health journey. 🦋

Listen NOW via saveyourthyroidwithjen.com!

👉 Episode: How Thyroid Artery Embolization (TAE) Saved Anne’s Thyroid from a Total Thyroidectomy
👉 Podcast: Save Your Thyroid with Jennifer Holkem

04/16/2026

Major surgery is overwhelming enough. Add raising small kids into the mix? It feels impossible. 🛑

When Anne shared her hesitation about the long thyroidectomy recovery period, I felt that to my core. Raising two daughters while juggling a business and daily life means we rarely have the luxury of just "checking out" for months to heal and wait for our hormone levels to balance after losing a gland.

But the biggest shock of this episode? Because her goiter was so large, surgeons told Anne she would actually need a second surgery just to address the stretched skin on her neck.

As patients, we have to consider how these massive medical interventions actually fit into our real, everyday lives. 🦋

Listen NOW via saveyourthyroidwithjen.com!

👉 Episode: How Thyroid Artery Embolization (TAE) Saved Anne’s Thyroid from a Total Thyroidectomy
👉 Podcast: Save Your Thyroid with Jennifer Holkem

04/15/2026

Even the "top" specialists have blind spots. 🛑

Anne was sitting in front of some of the best thyroid doctors in her area. Their recommendation? Total thyroidectomy. The reality? Their knowledge of emerging, non-surgical options like Thyroid Artery Embolization (TAE) just wasn't very strong.

If your doctor doesn't know about these treatments, it is up to YOU to educate yourself. As Anne points out in this episode, you cannot make a truly informed decision until you have all the possible treatments in front of you.

Never assume surgery is your only path just because it's the only one offered by your specialist. Do the research, get a second opinion, and take control of your health! 🦋

Listen NOW via saveyourthyroidwithjen.com!

👉 Episode: How Thyroid Artery Embolization (TAE) Saved Anne’s Thyroid from a Total Thyroidectomy
👉 Podcast: Save Your Thyroid with Jennifer Holkem

04/14/2026

Stepping outside your healthcare system to save your thyroid takes courage. 🌍✈️

When Anne realized her massive goiter needed to be addressed, the state-run system in the UK was just barely starting to offer Thyroid Artery Embolization (TAE)—and that meant facing incredibly long waiting lists.

Instead of settling for a surgery she didn't want or waiting years for new tech to become accessible, Anne took control. She stepped outside of her government-funded healthcare model and traveled to the US to get the precise care she needed.

Navigating private healthcare or traveling abroad can be daunting, but when it comes to preserving your gland, you have the right to look beyond your own borders. Don't let a waiting list dictate your health! 🦋

Listen NOW via saveyourthyroidwithjen.com!

👉 Episode: How Thyroid Artery Embolization (TAE) Saved Anne’s Thyroid from a Total Thyroidectomy
👉 Podcast: Save Your Thyroid with Jennifer Holkem

04/13/2026

Did your thyroid nodules grow during pregnancy? You aren't alone. 🤰🦋

Hormone changes during pregnancy can actually cause your thyroid or existing nodules to grow. Anne and I both experienced this firsthand!

While a growing goiter during pregnancy is usually benign and not an immediate risk to you or the baby, it is so important to keep an eye on it. As we both learned, that growth is very real, and eventually, it might need to be addressed if it starts causing physical pressure.

If you noticed a shift in your thyroid after having kids, this episode is a must-listen.

Listen NOW via saveyourthyroidwithjen.com!

👉 Episode: How Thyroid Artery Embolization (TAE) Saved Anne’s Thyroid from a Total Thyroidectomy
👉 Podcast: Save Your Thyroid with Jennifer Holkem

04/12/2026

Let’s talk about the biggest fear patients have when considering TAE. 🛑

Non-target embolization. The fear that the particles used to block blood flow could travel to the brain and cause a stroke is terrifying. Anne and I got very real about this on the podcast, and if you are scared of this risk, your feelings are 100% valid!

BUT... here is what you also need to know: medical technology is advancing rapidly. While this used to be a higher risk, new catheters and refined techniques have changed the game. In fact, Dr. Juan Camacho recently published data on 100 TAE patients with ZERO neurovascular complications.

Yes, there is a risk, but it is becoming incredibly minimal. You deserve to have the hard conversations with your doctors so you can make the best choice for your thyroid! 🦋

Listen NOW via saveyourthyroidwithjen.com!

👉 Episode: How Thyroid Artery Embolization (TAE) Saved Anne’s Thyroid from a Total Thyroidectomy
👉 Podcast: Save Your Thyroid with Jennifer Holkem

04/11/2026

"A year ago, I was decided on a thyroidectomy... now I'm sitting here having resolved my thyroid issues without major surgery." ✨

What a difference a year—and a lot of research—makes! Anne’s story is a powerful reminder that questioning the "standard" medical advice can literally save your thyroid.

We are taught to just accept what our doctors tell us because they are the experts. But there is so much knowledge out there now. You have the power to educate yourself, explore alternatives like Thyroid Artery Embolization, and completely change your own outcome. 🦋

Listen NOW via saveyourthyroidwithjen.com!

👉 Episode: How Thyroid Artery Embolization (TAE) Saved Anne’s Thyroid from a Total Thyroidectomy
👉 Podcast: Save Your Thyroid with Jennifer Holkem

04/10/2026

What if saving your thyroid came down to a complete coincidence? 🤯

Anne had seen multiple thyroid specialists over the years. Not a single one mentioned an alternative to surgery. When her goiter started compressing her airway in late 2024, she did what she thought she had to do: she booked a total thyroidectomy.

It was a complete coincidence that she discovered Thyroid Artery Embolization (TAE) before going under the knife. That coincidence saved her gland and changed the entire trajectory of her life.

Don't leave your thyroid health up to chance. Educate yourself on the alternatives your doctors might not be telling you about! 🦋

Listen NOW via saveyourthyroidwithjen.com!

👉 Episode: How Thyroid Artery Embolization (TAE) Saved Anne’s Thyroid from a Total Thyroidectomy
👉 Podcast: Save Your Thyroid with Jennifer Holkem

04/10/2026

How long does it actually take to see results from Thyroid Artery Embolization (TAE)? ⏳

Unlike surgery where the gland is instantly removed, TAE is a process. For Anne, shrinking her massive goiter was a gradual journey. Her breathing and pressure improved slowly over time. By month 3, the lump was visibly smaller, and by months 4 and 5, her neck started to flatten completely.

Healing takes patience, but preserving your thyroid is worth the wait. 🦋

Listen NOW via saveyourthyroidwithjen.com!

👉 Episode: How Thyroid Artery Embolization (TAE) Saved Anne’s Thyroid from a Total Thyroidectomy
👉 Podcast: Save Your Thyroid with Jennifer Holkem

04/08/2026

Just because your doctor hasn't heard of a treatment, doesn't mean it’s not an option for you. 🛑

When Anne's goiter became massive, she was told surgery was her only path. She was even consulting with some of the top thyroid doctors in London—and they still weren't aware of Thyroid Artery Embolization (TAE).

Her story is a massive reminder: You cannot rely on a single doctor (or even a team of top doctors) to know every single emerging technology. If you are told your thyroid is "too big" to save, it is time to start educating yourself and looking for the specialists who do perform these procedures.

Knowledge is the only way you can make a truly informed decision. Don't settle for the scalpel without exploring every path first. 🦋

Listen to the full story via saveyourthyroidwithjen.com!

👉 Episode: How Thyroid Artery Embolization (TAE) Saved Anne’s Thyroid from a Total Thyroidectomy
👉 Podcast: Save Your Thyroid with Jennifer Holkem

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