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A video series and podcast by Ochsner Health. Hosted by Robin Barnes, award winning artist and one of New Orleans’ biggest cultural ambassadors, we invite guest physicians onto the show for long form deep dives into fascinating medical innovations and technology being utilized at Ochsner Health.
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Jun 30, 2026
Jun 30, 2026
38 min
In the latest episode of Decoded: Menopause and Women’s Wellness, we explore women’s health topics with Ochsner expert, Elizabeth Lapeyre, MD, a board-certified gynecologist, menopause society certified practitioner and integrative medicine specialist. We discuss a wide range of changes and concerns surrounding menopause, including common and unexpected symptoms like brain fog, joint pain and sleep disruptions, providing clear, fact-based answers to frequently asked questions.
To learn more about Dr. Lapeyre visit: www.ochsner.org/doctors/elizabeth-lapeyre
For more information on the podcast series and more episodes visit: https://www.ochsner.org/decoded
Apr 9, 2026
Apr 9, 2026
47 min
In this episode of the Decoded podcast, host Robin Barnes sits down with Ochsner Health transplant surgeons Dennis Sonnier Jr., MD, and Emily Bugeaud, MD, to discuss the transformative impact of robotic kidney transplants. For patients seeking kidney transplant information, understanding your surgical options empowers you to make the best decisions for your health. Our expert surgeons explain how robotic-assisted procedures use smaller incisions, leading to faster recovery times and less pain than traditional open surgery. Let's decode it.
To learn more about Dr. Sonnier visit: https://www.ochsner.org/doctors/dennis-sonnier/
To learn more about Dr. Bugeaud visit: https://www.ochsner.org/doctors/emily-bugeaud/
For more information on the podcast series and more episodes visit: https://www.ochsner.org/decoded
Feb 27, 2026
Feb 27, 2026
35 min
Cardiovascular disease remains understudied and underdiagnosed in women. On this episode of the Decoded podcast, host Robin Barnes sits down with non-invasive cardiologist Dominique Williams, MD, to discuss the critical aspects of women's heart health. Let's decode it. To learn more about Dr. Williams visit: https://www.ochsner.org/doctors/dominique-williams-md/ For more information on the podcast series and more episodes visit: https://www.ochsner.org/decoded
Dec 2, 2025
Dec 2, 2025
49 min
Welcome to Decoded, a podcast dedicated to exploring the cutting-edge innovations at Ochsner Health. In this episode, host Robin Barnes is joined by Brian Pettiford, MD, MBA, MMM, FACS, surgical oncologist at Ochsner MD Anderson Cancer Center. His work focuses on robotic surgery for lung cancer and benign lung disease. Dr. Pettiford explains the science of thoracic surgery and discusses new technology in lung cancer treatment. Let’s decode it.
To learn more about Dr. Pettiford visit: https://www.ochsner.org/doctors/brian-pettiford/
For more information on the podcast series and more episodes visit: https://www.ochsner.org/decoded
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Oct 13, 2025
Oct 13, 2025
27 min
Welcome to Decoded, a podcast dedicated to exploring the cutting-edge innovations being utilized at Ochsner Health, hosted by Robin Barnes. This episode features Caroline T. Goldin, MD, the only neuro-oncologist in the region of New Orleans, gives scientific insight into her specialty and has surprising advice for aspiring doctors. Let's decode it.
To learn more about Dr. Goldin visit: https://www.ochsner.org/doctors/caroline-goldin/
For more information on the podcast series and more episodes visit: https://www.ochsner.org/decoded
