Laugh, cry, and shout with us as we talk all things endometriosis! We hope our podcast will support and empower you. Our podcast has 2 types of episodes: (1) Chats between Amy and Brittany, 2 best friends that pride ourselves on sharing accurate, well-researched information in a fun, digestible way. Hang out with us while we delve into embarrassing âdid-that-really-just-happen?!â endo stories and talk vulnerably about our personal growth. Some of our favorite episodes are the later ones â we really love how our knowledge, and also we, have grown over time! (2) Amy leads amazing interviews with renowned excision surgeons, subject experts, and endo advocates worldwide! Remember, the info presented here is educational info only and NOT medical advice.
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171. Believe Patients! A Conversation with Dr. Adam Duke
Wednesday, May 13, 2026 ⢠Duration 58:12
Amy speaks with Dr. Adam Duke about:
âwhat endometriosis care would look like of he could rewrite the guidelines for care
âwhat it was like to open his own excision practice in a more rural part of the United States
âthe importance of endometriosis advocacy in improving patient care
đ¤WHO IS Dr. Adam Duke?đ¤
Dr. Adam Duke is an endometriosis excision surgeon who is nationally recognized for his excellent endometriosis care. He considers himself as much of an endometriosis advocate and ally as an endometriosis surgeon.
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Website: www.insixteenyears.com
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The information on my platforms is educational information only and not medical advice. Always check with your qualified medical professional before making any changes to your treatment plan. Keep in mind that while I strive to share evidenced-based information, this doesnât always mean that my information is accurate or complete. Read my full disclaimer here: https://insixteenyears.com/disclaimer/
170. Itâs All In Your Body with Health Psychologist Dr. Sula Windgassen
Wednesday, May 6, 2026 ⢠Duration 51:38
Amy speaks with Dr Sula Windgassen about her new book called âItâs All in Your Body: A Practical Roadmap to Healing Through Mind Body Connectionâ. We talk about:
âan overview of the mind-body connection and why it can be hard to embrace after years of medical gaslighting and being told âitâs all in our headâ
âhow stress affects the bladder
âthe difference between safety behaviors and necessary behaviors
đ¤WHO IS Dr Sula Windgassen?đ¤
Dr Sula Windgassen PhD MSc is a health psychologist who has dedicated her career to understanding the powerful intersection between physical and mental health. Dr Sula is the director of Mind Body Blossom, a clinical health psychology practice delivering therapy for people experiencing burnout, trauma and chronic health issues. Sheâs an internationally recognised researcher with over 30 published academic papers, and she has amazingly informative content both on her instagram and her newsletter. Sheâs now published a new book called âItâs All in Your Body: A Practical Roadmap to Healing Through Mind Body Connectionâ.
 âď¸CONNECT WITH Dr Sulaâď¸
Instagram @The_health_psychologist
âď¸CONNECT WITH AMYâď¸
Instagram @in16yearsofendo
Website: www.insixteenyears.com
Like my show? Please rate it or leave a review!
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The information on my platforms is educational information only and not medical advice. Always check with your qualified medical professional before making any changes to your treatment plan. Keep in mind that while I strive to share evidenced-based information, this doesnât always mean that my information is accurate or complete. Read my full disclaimer here: https://insixteenyears.com/disclaimer/
Amy speaks with Jade Walker about SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth)
âhow SIBO is an umbrella term for multiple bacterial overgrowths
âwhat causes it and why itâs a common co-condition with endometriosis
âdifferent ways of treating and managing it.
đ¤WHO IS JADE WALKER?đ¤
Jade Walker is a degree-qualified naturopath and educator known for her work in complex endometriosis, gut health, and hormone conditions. With eight years of clinical experience, and a personal journey with endo, Jade has a passion for uncovering overlooked drivers of chronic symptoms, particularly the intersection between the microbiome, inflammation, and hormonal dysfunction.
She is the founder of the course The Endo Care Collective and online clinic EndoBiome, where she leads a team of practitioners delivering evidence-informed, microbiome-focused care for people navigating persistent and often misunderstood health issues.
 âď¸CONNECT WITH JADE âď¸
Instagram @byjadewalker
Websites: www.jadewalker.com.au and www.theendobiome.com
âď¸CONNECT WITH AMYâď¸
Instagram @in16yearsofendo
Website: www.insixteenyears.com
Like my show? Please rate it or leave a review!
Support me by buying me a coffee: https://ko-fi.com/insixteenyears
â ď¸DISCLAIMERâ ď¸
The information on my platforms is educational information only and not medical advice. Always check with your qualified medical professional before making any changes to your treatment plan. Keep in mind that while I strive to share evidenced-based information, this doesnât always mean that my information is accurate or complete. Read my full disclaimer here: https://insixteenyears.com/disclaimer/
168. From Harm to Hope with Social Worker Casey Berna LCSW
Wednesday, April 15, 2026 ⢠Duration 46:39
Amy speaks with Casey Berna about her new book âEndometriosis: From Harm to Hopeâ. We talk about topics discussed in her book, such as:
âmedical narcissism and how to navigate difficult experiences with our healthcare professionals
âwhat the medical industry complex is and how it harms patients
âthe importance of identifying our needs, how to do so, and putting ourselves first.
đ¤WHO IS CASEY BERNA?đ¤
Casey is a social worker, endometriosis patient, published author, and highly regarded endometriosis advocate. In addition to providing professional counseling to endometriosis patients, sheâs also worked with expert medical professionals, advocates, and global nonprofits in the endometriosis and infertility fields to improve access to care through documentaries, conferences, protests, and now her new book, Endometriosis: From Harm to Hope.
 âď¸CONNECT WITH CASEYâď¸
Instagram @endosocialworker
Book: Endometriosis: From Harm to Hope by Casey Berna
âď¸CONNECT WITH AMYâď¸
Instagram @in16yearsofendo
Website: www.insixteenyears.com
Like my show? Please rate it or leave a review!
Support me by buying me a coffee: https://ko-fi.com/insixteenyears
â ď¸DISCLAIMERâ ď¸
The information on my platforms is educational information only and not medical advice. Always check with your qualified medical professional before making any changes to your treatment plan. Keep in mind that while I strive to share evidenced-based information, this doesnât always mean that my information is accurate or complete. Read my full disclaimer here: https://insixteenyears.com/disclaimer/
167. Lesser Talked About Aspects of Endometriosis Surgery with Dr. Lora Liu
Monday, April 6, 2026 ⢠Duration 59:27
Amy speaks with Dr. Lora Liu about excision surgery. She explains to us:
âTips for asking your surgeon about their multidisciplinary surgical team.
âHow she decides when to operate on a patient.
âSome of the risks vs benefits of excision, especially bowel surgery.
đ¤WHO IS DR. LORA LIU?đ¤
Dr. Lora Liu is an excision surgeon who became interested in surgery as a teenager watching her father, Dr. CY Liu, operate. Dr Liu is a trainer and proctor in the use of robotic surgery. She firmly believes in multidisciplinary care. She has multidisciplinary surgical team in the OR with her and also has working relationships with multiple specialists like physiatrists, pain management specialists, and pelvic floor physical therapists to help guide patients with post surgery care.
đResourcesđ
Clickable links at www.insixteenyears.com/episode167
đStudy on Low Anterior Resection Syndrome www.endonews.com/low-anterior-resection-syndrome-lars-risk-following-rectosigmoid-endometriosis-surgery
 âď¸CONNECT WITH DR. LORA LIUâď¸
Instagram @drliu_endometriosis_surgeon
âď¸CONNECT WITH AMYâď¸
Instagram @in16yearsofendo
Website: www.insixteenyears.com
Like my show? Please rate it or leave a review!
Support me by buying me a coffee: https://ko-fi.com/insixteenyears
â ď¸DISCLAIMERâ ď¸
The information on my platforms is educational information only and not medical advice. Always check with your qualified medical professional before making any changes to your treatment plan. Keep in mind that while I strive to share evidenced-based information, this doesnât always mean that my information is accurate or complete. Read my full disclaimer here: https://insixteenyears.com/disclaimer/
166. Endo Standard of Care with Judith ChavarrĂa from Nicaragua
Thursday, November 20, 2025 ⢠Duration 23:29
Amy speaks with Judith ChavarrĂa about:
âwhat her personal experience with endometriosis is
âwhatâs helped her physically and emotionally to live better with this disease
âher advice for others living with endo
đ¤WHO IS JUDITH CHAVARRĂA?đ¤
Judith is 38 years old and lives in Matagalpa, Nicaragua. She has been married for 6 years and has a 12-year-old daughter. She is an English teacher and enjoys sharing her knowledge to help others learn the language. In her free time, she loves watching and listening to podcasts, interviews, movies, and series focused on personal growth, as she is always looking for new ways to grow and improve both personally and professionally.
âď¸CONNECT WITH AMYâď¸
Instagram @in16yearsofendo
Website: www.insixteenyears.com
Like my show? Please rate it or leave a review!
Support me by buying me a coffee: https://ko-fi.com/insixteenyearsÂ
â ď¸DISCLAIMERâ ď¸
The information on my platforms is educational information only and not medical advice. Always check with your qualified medical professional before making any changes to your treatment plan. Keep in mind that while I strive to share evidenced-based information, this doesnât always mean that my information is accurate or complete. Read my full disclaimer here: https://insixteenyears.com/disclaimer/
165. Amyâs Book: Finding Peace with a Devastating Disease. Chapter 67
Tuesday, November 4, 2025 ⢠Duration 11:26
Listen to a chapter from Amyâs audiobook:
đChapter 67: âNo Matter What Happens, I Will Be Okayâ
Amyâs book is available as a paperbook, e-book, and audiobook. See where to find it here: https://insixteenyears.com/where-to-find-my-book/
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164. Tips for Traveling Abroad for Excision Surgery
Wednesday, October 22, 2025 ⢠Duration 01:10:46
Amy speaks to Orla OâConnor from Ireland and Jennifer Todd from Canada about traveling abroad for excision surgery. They share about:
âwhat they think is most important to keep in mind when going to another country to medical care
âtheir process for choosing a surgeon
âlogistics such as post op care and flying home after the surgery
đ¤WHO IS ORLA AND JEN?đ¤
Orla OâConnor is a fourth-year BSc Public Health Sciences student who runs a WhatsApp peer-support group that helps patients understand their options and feel less alone. Drawing on public-health training and lived community experience, Orla focuses on evidence-based information, practical checklists, and patient advocacyâespecially for those considering diagnostic evaluation or surgery abroad. She signposts trusted clinical guidelines and Irish health-system pathways, helps members prepare referrals and reimbursement paperwork under the Cross-Border Directive, and promotes informed, shared decision-making with qualified specialists.
Jennifer Todd is a mom, wife and Registered Nurse navigating life post endometriosis excision, hysterectomy, oophrectomy and bowel resection for stage 4 deep infiltrating endometriosis and severe adenomysosis. She has had two surgeries, one in Canada with an excision specialist and one in Mexico with an excision specialist and General surgeon. Traveling for surgery was intimidating but well worth it. Jennifer strongly believes patients are their own best advocates and hopes to encourage patients to trust themselves and push for the help they deserve.
 âď¸CONNECT WITH ORLAâď¸
Instagram Orla @orlacorkendowarriorÂ
âď¸CONNECT WITH AMYâď¸
Instagram @in16yearsofendo
Website: www.insixteenyears.com
Like my show? Please rate it or leave a review!
Support me by buying me a coffee: https://ko-fi.com/insixteenyearsÂ
â ď¸DISCLAIMERâ ď¸
The information on my platforms is educational information only and not medical advice. Always check with your qualified medical professional before making any changes to your treatment plan. Keep in mind that while I strive to share evidenced-based information, this doesnât always mean that my information is accurate or complete. Read my full disclaimer here: https://insixteenyears.com/disclaimer/
163. The Complexity of Chronic Pelvic Pain with Dr. Jorge Carrillo
Tuesday, October 7, 2025 ⢠Duration 01:06:49
Amy speaks with Dr. Jorge Carrillo about the complexity of chronic pelvic pain. We talk about:
âhis strategy for evaluating menstrual, bladder, bowel, musculoskeletal, and neuropathic symptoms in his patients
âthe biopsychosocial model of pain and why itâs important
âthe need for integrative pain care for endometriosis
đ¤WHO IS DR. JORGE CARRILLO?đ¤
Dr. Carrillo earned his degree as a Medical Doctor and Surgeon from the Pontificia Universidad Javeriana in BogotĂĄ, Colombia. He then completed his residency in Gynecology and Obstetrics, followed by a Fellowship in Minimally Invasive Surgery with a focus on Chronic Pelvic Pain.
He is a Professor in the Fellowship Program for Minimally Invasive Surgery at the Orlando VA and serves as the director for the residents rotating at the same institution. Dr. Carrillo is a member of the Board of Directors of the International Pelvic Pain Society (IPPS) and was the President-Elect of the Society for the 2024â2025 term. His passion lies in helping patients who suffer from chronic pelvic pain and in educating healthcare professionals about these conditions. His research and publications focus on raising awareness and educating both patients and colleagues about these issues.
 âď¸CONNECT WITH DR. CARRILLOâď¸
Instagram @pelvic_paineducatormd
đwww.pelvicpaineducation.com
âď¸CONNECT WITH AMYâď¸
Instagram @in16yearsofendo
Website: www.insixteenyears.com
Like my show? Please rate it or leave a review!
Support me by buying me a coffee: https://ko-fi.com/insixteenyearsÂ
â ď¸DISCLAIMERâ ď¸
The information on my platforms is educational information only and not medical advice. Always check with your qualified medical professional before making any changes to your treatment plan. Keep in mind that while I strive to share evidenced-based information, this doesnât always mean that my information is accurate or complete. Read my full disclaimer here: https://insixteenyears.com/disclaimer/
162. Self-forgiveness and Learning to Let Go
Tuesday, September 23, 2025 ⢠Duration 01:07:33
Amy and Brittany talk about self-forgiveness:
âwhat it is
âthe benefits it provides
âsome examples of situations related to chronic illness that weâve found difficult to let go of and forgive ourselves
âď¸CONNECT WITH AMYâď¸
Instagram @in16yearsofendo
Website: www.insixteenyears.com
Like my show? Please rate it or leave a review!
Support me by buying me a coffee: https://ko-fi.com/insixteenyears
â ď¸DISCLAIMERâ ď¸
The information on my platforms is educational information only and not medical advice. Always check with your qualified medical professional before making any changes to your treatment plan. Keep in mind that while I strive to share evidenced-based information, this doesnât always mean that my information is accurate or complete. Read my full disclaimer here: https://insixteenyears.com/disclaimer/
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