Dr. Joseph S. Galati, hosts the weekly "Your Health First" broadcast on KTRH-AM.Full Bio
Since 2003, Dr. Joe Galati has been a familiar voice on Texas radio airwaves, producing and hosting Your Health First every Sunday evening, on the programs flagship station 740 KTRH in Houston. Each week, Dr. Galati discusses the latest health and medical trends with his listeners, Dr. Joe Galati, America’s “Physician- Communicator”, can be heard on the radio encouraging his audience to become better consumers of healthcare and equipping them with the information needed to better understand the health issues facing us today. His new book, “Eating Yourself Sick”, draws from his decades of experience caring for patients, as well as the many years he has been sharing his knowledge on the radio.
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(713) 634-5105Amyloidosis w/ Cardiologists Barry Trachtenberg & Mahwash Kassi
American Heart Month w/ Dr. Randeep Suneja
With February being American Heart Month Dr. Galati focuses on heart disease. He plays a conversation he had earlier in the week with Dr. Randeep Suneja at the Cardiology Center of Houston. He talks about risk factors for heart and cardiovascular disease and the symptoms. Dr Suneja also talks about those who should go for a coronary calcium scan, where the future lies with GLP-1 agents, and more.
Telemedicine, A Meeting, & An Article on Super Bowl Sunday
Dr Galati starts the program by sharing a story about telemedicine. He also talks about his meeting with Dr. Grace Su from the University of Michigan on the state of liver disease. Dr. Galati continues on to talk about a Wallstreet Journal article on an increased risk of heart attack on Super Bowl Sunday and the continued notice of “Making America Healthy Again”.
The Role of Exercise in Your Liver w/ Dr. Jon Stine
Dr. Galati is back in the KTRH studios for the show tonight. He starts with a quick chat about diet soda and why you should avoid it. Dr. Galati also has Dr. Stine join the show to talk about his jourey at Penn State and the role of exercise for your liver in great detail.
Cold Temps Affecting Your Health & Alcohol Use Disorder
Dr. Galati is back in studio tonight and starts the program with a Space City Weather update. He expresses the importance of being prepared from a health standpoint. Dr. Galati also talks about an alcohol and cancer risk report. He ends the program explaining Alcohol Use Disorder those who take part in Dry January.
Ultra-Processed Foods & The Cold Plunge w/ Jim Murphy
Dr. Galati is back in studio to wrap up the 2024 year. He starts the show talking about ultra processed foods and the NOVA groups. Dr. Galati also brings on professional golfer Jim Murphy to explain the cold plunge and the health benefits that come with it. He ends the show talking about the GLP-1 drugs. Happy New Year!
A Childhood Christmas Story & Steps in Stores
Dr. Galati starts with a Christmas story from his childhood. He also talks about his trip to target yesterday and the revelation he had. Dr. Galati goes on to share an analogy on the mechanical things we work with compared to our own body. He also talks about an article on bariatric surgery. MERRY CHRISTMAS!
Viome & Celeste on Heathcare Ignorance
Dr. Galati starts the program by talking about the company Viome what the tests they do. He also has his sister and nurse Celeste join to explain healthcare ignorance leading to chronic disease and a strategy to turn it around. Dr. Galati takes a few minutes to talk about an article on aging experts obsessed with health span.
The Cost of Wellness in Detail
Dr. Galati starts the program by recapping his Thanksgiving and what he remembers from years past. He also takes a deep dive into the explanation on the cost of wellness and the dollars that go into it. Dr. Galati also talks about apathy on the part of the community at large.
“Making America Healthy Again” & Dr. Mike Wilson
Dr. Galati is back in studio for the show tonight. He starts with a “Making America Healthy Again” idea after this election and his trip to Trader Joe’s. Cardiologist Dr. Mike Wilson joins the show to share his radio experiences and his take on the “Making America Healthy Again” slogan. He also talks about the quote-on-quote mandate and what he sees in his everyday practice.