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) 634-5105Sick Patients & Cholesterol w/ Dr. Joesph Rogers
The Value in Taking Care of Yourself w/ Dr. Chuma Egwim
Dr. Galati starts the program with his story telling about how being healthy is a full-time job. He also has Hepatologist Dr. Chuma Egwim on to talk about the value in taking care of yourself by maintaining your regular health checkups. Dr. Galati also spends a few minutes with a primer on hepatitis.
Your Glutes & Heart Disease w/ Dr. Randeep Suneja
Dr. Galati starts the program about an article on the one muscle in your body that can add to your longevity. He talks about three independent muscles that make up your glutes. Dr. Galati also replays a previous interview with Dr. Randeep Suneja where he explains the symptoms of heart disease and the denial of a heart attack. Happy Easter Sunday!
Liver Disease: Autoimmune Hepatitis, & PBC w/ Amy McGorry
Dr. Galati starts the program with a story about a conversation he had with this finance guy after buying a new car this past week. He has Amy McGorry join to share her story of liver disease. She tells us about the journey of having autoimmune hepatitis and primary biliary cholangitis (PBC). Dr. Galati also spends a few minutes on the misunderstanding the role of alcohol has on liver transplant.
What’s In Dr. Galati’s Pantry, Frezzer, & Refrigerator?
Dr. Galati starts the program talking about his physical therapy this past week. He shares the inventory of what is in his pantry, freezer, and refrigerator. Dr. Galati also has more to say on the colon cancer topic of last week.
Colon Cancer Awareness Month & DNR w/ Celeste Galati
Dr. Galati talks about March being Colon Cancer Awareness Month and what you need to know about it. He also has his sister Celeste Galati join the show to explain DNR (Do-Not-Resuscitate) and the spiritual side of Hospice. Dr. Galati also tells the story of a patient who had chronic liver disease and the importance of addressing any chronic disease you may have.
Understanding The Mediterranean Diet
Dr. Galati devotes this hour of Your Health First to the Mediterranean diet. He explains the foods it’s rich with, how it's not advertised or defended in grocery stores, the middle eastern influence, and recipes you can make with it.
Second Opinions on Health Issues
Dr. Galati starts talking about the big win for Team USA in the Hockey game this morning. He also shares his thoughts on second opinions in regard to health issues. Dr. Galati talks about the Nancy Guthrie situation and disuses whether older parents should be living by themselves. He also has a few articles of intertest on weight loss drugs and garlic supplements.
American Heart Month w/ Guests Dr. Joe Rogers & P.A. Natalie Oliver
Tonight, On Your Health First, Dr. Galati tells us how February is American Hearth Month. He has good friend of the show Dr. Joe Rogers join to discuss cardiovascular health and symptoms associated with it. Dr. Galati also has Physician Assistant Natalie Oliver join the show to talk about fatty liver disease.
Your Gut & Healthy Ideas w/ P.A. Stephanie Johnson
Tonight, On Your Health First, Dr. Galati spends a couple minutes talking about your gut. He has Physician Assistant Stephanie Johnson join the show to talk about education and her role as a PA. They also talk about sleep, hydration, and healthy breakfast ideas.