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Save Your Thyroid with Jennifer Holkem
Save Your Thyroid with Jennifer Holkem
Thyroid nodules impact 70 percent of adults in their lifetime. The standard of care is surgical removal of half or all of the gland. But in recent years, nonsurgical treatment options have become available. Hi, my name is Jennifer Holkem and I advocate for fellow patients suffering with this very common condition. I sit down with patients and physicians and discuss life with thyroid nodules, the journey from diagnosis to treatment, and how to save your thyroid through nonsurgical advances in medicine.
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Save Your Thyroid with Jennifer Holkem

SAVE YOUR THYROID WITH JEN

I’m Jennifer Holkem, a patient advocate with a passion to help patients understand their thyroid nodule diagnosis and explore treatment options—including nonsurgical ways to save your thyroid.

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Save Your Thyroid with Jennifer Holkem

A PASSIONATE ADVOCATE

Jennifer Holkem is a passionate educator and advocate committed to helping patients save their thyroid whenever possible. In 2019, a nonsurgical thryoid procedure (RFA) gave her relief from her debilitating symptoms caused by a very large, benign thyroid nodule. The road to treatment was not easy and she knew there were many other patients who needed to know about this life-changing procedure.

 

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BRIDGING THE GAP

Recognizing the severe lack of patient-oriented resources on these alternatives, Jennifer began creating educational content online. Her work bridges the gap between patients and physicians, featuring global expert interviews, real patient stories, and in-depth explanations of emerging treatments.

After undergoing radiofrequency ablation (RFA) in 2019 for a large benign thyroid nodule, she founded Save Your Thyroid (SYT)—a thriving community dedicated to supporting patients seeking FDA-cleared, nonsurgical, thyroid-preserving treatment options. She also developed the SYT website, including a curated list of known physician providers. 

Jennifer devotes herself full-time to developing thyroid-preserving education and supporting the SYT community and the public at large.

 

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NAVIGATING NODULES

Now, through her lived experience and deep network in the field, Jennifer offers personalized patient navigation services—guiding others through their diagnostic and treatment journey with empathy, insight, and trustworthy information.

 

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WHAT YOU'LL LEARN HERE:

 

  1. What thyroid nodules are – and why they’re so common, yet often misunderstood.

  2. Non-surgical treatment options – like RFA and others that aren’t always mentioned at the first doctor’s visit.

  3. How to prepare for doctor appointments – including which questions to ask and what to look out for.

  4. How to find the right physician – based on geography, specialty, and approach to treatment.

  5. How to make confident, informed decisions – even when your options feel unclear or overwhelming.

  6. Real stories from real patients – and what they learned on their journey.

  7. Insights from doctors – shared through interviews, consults, and podcast episodes.

  8. Ways to protect your thyroid – and preserve quality of life through smarter care choices.

  9. What to expect during and after nonsurgical procedures – with a focus on recovery, risks, and results.

  10. That you’re not alone – and there’s a patient-first community here to support you.

Recent Episodes

July 29, 2025

Astra's Story: How nsPFA Shrinks Thyroid Nodules Without Surgery!

In this conversation, Astra Mathis shares her personal journey with thyroid nodules and her experience with nanosecond pulsed field ablation (nsPFA). The discussion covers the symptoms, diagnosis, and the decision-making process for choosing non-surgical options over traditional thyroidectomy. Astr…

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July 15, 2025

Cutting-Edge Thyroid Treatments: A Surgeon’s Perspective on RFA and n…

In this conversation, Dr. Richard Harding discusses the advancements in thyroid nodule treatment, focusing on two primary techniques: Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) and Nanosecond Pulsed Field Ablation (NSPFA). He explains the mechanisms, benefits, and patient experiences associated with each method…

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July 1, 2025

A Raw Conversation About Trust, Fear, and Thyroid Choices: with Dr. J…

In this episode, we have a reversal of roles. Host, Jennifer Holkem shares her journey as a thyroid patient, emphasizing the importance of patient advocacy and education. Interviewed by guest host, Dr. John Russell, they disc...

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June 17, 2025

Toxic Thyroid Nodules: RFA vs. RAI

What Patients Need to Know with Dr. Ian Orozco Toxic Thyroid Nodules: RFA vs. RAI—What’s the Difference? In this episode, endocrinologist Dr. Ian Orozco joins Jennifer Holkem to break down the two main non-surgical treatment options for toxic thyroid nodules: radioactive iodine (RAI) and radi…

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