Could a simple neck self-check be the key to catching thyroid cancer early—and protecting your health?
In honor of Thyroid Cancer Awareness Month, host McCall McPherson welcomes Dr. Rashmi Roy, one of the nation’s highest-volume thyroid surgeons, for an insightful conversation on thyroid cancer risk, diagnosis, and treatment. Dr. Roy practices at the Hospital for Endocrine Surgery in Tampa and brings a wealth of experience to this essential discussion.
Together, they explore the importance of early detection through neck self-checks and screening ultrasounds, common myths about thyroid surgery, and how to make informed decisions when faced with a thyroid cancer diagnosis. Dr. Roy also discusses the management of Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, emerging therapies, and how to navigate surgical options safely by working with experienced endocrine surgeons.
This episode offers practical guidance, clear facts, and powerful encouragement for anyone concerned about their thyroid health.
Dr. Rashmi Roy is a fellowship-trained, board-certified endocrine surgeon specializing in thyroid and parathyroid disorders. She operates at the Hospital for Endocrine Surgery in Tampa and is among the most experienced thyroid surgeons in the country, having performed thousands of procedures.