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07.11.2026

Intimate Health in Dialogue – Dermatology Meets Urology

Intimate Health in Dialogue – Dermatology Meets UrologyIn this episode of the MEDIZINICUM podcast, Dr. Maike A. Machnick-Meyer, M.D., speaks with dermatologist Prof. Ingrid Moll, M.D., and urologist Dr. Dorothee Mahler, M.D., about conditions affecting the genital area …

Urology

29.10.2026

Stroke: What Connects the Brain and the Heart

World Stroke Day on October 29: Focus on the Brain and Heart 🧠🫀What happens after a stroke—and what role does the heart play?To mark today’s World Stroke Day, the MEDIZINICUM podcast features Prof. Dr. med. Günter Seidel, a neurologist, Dr. med. …

Urology Cardiology Pulmonology

27.10.2026

Post-COVID: Treatment and Individual Support

Post-COVID: What Treatment Options Are Available? In this episode of the MEDIZINICUM podcast, Sogol Vakili, a nutritionist, speaks with Dr. Maike A. Machnick-Meyer, a pulmonologist, about therapeutic approaches, the importance of interdisciplinary care, and managing one’s own limits in everyday life. In …

Pneumology

15.10.2026

Injuries to the Foot and Ankle: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Rehabilitation

You’ve twisted your ankle—now what? In our new episode of the MEDIZINICUM podcast, Dr. Maike A. Machnick-Meyer and Dr. José G. Valencia, specialists in orthopedics and trauma surgery, discuss injuries to the foot and ankle: from first aid …

Orthopaedics

05.10.2026

Longevity: What Keeps Our Hearts Healthy for a Long Time

How can we stay fit, active, and healthy for as long as possible? 🫀In this episode of the MEDIZINICUM podcast, Dr. Maike A. Machnick-Meyer and our cardiologist and sports cardiologist, Dr. Matias Grez, discuss longevity, heart health, and the importance of exercise. In this episode …

Cardiology

12.09.2026

Cardiac CT: Advanced Diagnostics for the Heart and Coronary Arteries

How healthy are our coronary arteries—and can dangerous changes be detected before symptoms appear? In this episode of the MEDIZINICUM podcast, Dr. Maike A. Machnick-Meyer, M.D., speaks with radiologist Dr. Ali Reza Askarifar about cardiac CT. She …

Cardiology Radiology

28.08.2026

Understanding Kidney Cysts: Diagnosis, Monitoring, and Treatment

Kidney cysts are often discovered quite by chance during an ultrasound exam—but what does this finding actually mean? And when should a cyst be examined more closely or monitored? In the new episode of the MEDIZINICUM podcast, Dr. Maike A. …

Urology

22.08.2026

Men's Health: Tumors in the Genital Area—Harmless or Requiring Treatment?

Harmless or a warning sign? Changes in the male genital area can have many causes—and not every change is dangerous. Nevertheless, there are certain signs that should be evaluated by a doctor. In the new episode of the MEDIZINICUM podcast, Ms. …

Urology

24.07.2026

Hot Topic Istanbul #2🎙️: Specific Immunotherapy, Epithelial Barrier Theory

Reporting directly from the EAACI Congress, Dr. Maike A. Machnick-Meyer, M.D., discusses the latest developments in allergology. The focus is on specific immunotherapy, new approaches to prevention, and the fascinating role of the epithelial barrier in allergic and chronic diseases. What insights …

Allergology Pulmonology

14.07.2026

Hot Topic Istanbul #1🎙️: Allergic Rhinitis

Sneezing fits, itchy eyes, a stuffy nose—for many people, these symptoms are a regular part of allergy season. But which treatment really helps? And what do the latest scientific findings recommend? In the new episode of AllergoLive, Dr. Maike A. …

Allergology Ophthalmology

04.07.2026

Men's Health—A Focus on Balanitis

Men's Health – that's the topic of our new episode of the MEDIZINICUM podcast. Together with Dr. Maike A. Machnick-Meyer, Dr. Dorothee Mahler, and Professor Ingrid Moll, we explore balanitis from urological and dermatological perspectives …

Urology

28.06.2026

When the Sun Becomes a Danger—Understanding Photosensitization and Sun Allergies

☀️ Sun, Medications, and Skin Reactions—When Is It More Than Just a Regular Sunburn? In our new episode of the MEDIZINICUM podcast, Dr. Maike A. Machnick-Meyer and Professor Ingrid Moll discuss photosensitization and sun allergies. We explain …

Allergology

17.06.2026

EAACI Anniversary Congress in Istanbul – Current Insights from Medical Research

Now on the MEDIZINICUM podcast: Reporting directly from Istanbul, Dr. Maike A. Machnick-Meyer, M.D., covers the EAACI Anniversary Congress and shares exciting insights into the latest developments and findings in medical research. MEDIZINICUM podcast

Allergology Pulmonology

14.06.2026

Intestinal Barrier Dysfunction: The Underestimated Cause of Many Health Problems

Bloating, abdominal pain, diarrhea, or fatigue after eating—but no detectable allergy or intolerance? Then the intestinal barrier could play a crucial role. In our new AllergoLife podcast episode, Dr. Maike A. Machnick-Meyer and Dr. Viola Andresen discuss …

Allergology Urology

31.05.2026

Small stitches, big impact

Small Stings, Big Impact 🐝 ⚠️Especially in the summer, bee and wasp stings are a part of everyday life for many people. But when is a reaction still normal—and when is it actually caused by a true allergy? In our new Allergolive podcast episode, Dr. …

Allergology

19.05.2026

Urticaria: When the Skin Sounds the Alarm

Urticaria—also known as hives—can occur suddenly and significantly impair quality of life. Itchy welts, redness, or swelling are daily struggles for many people affected by this condition. But what causes it? What role do histamine, diet, stress, and …

Allergology Pulmonology

14.05.2026

Living with Asthma—Modern Medicine and New Perspectives

Asthma affects people of all ages and can significantly impact daily life—from coughing and shortness of breath to limitations when exercising, sleeping, or during physical exertion. In our new episode of ALLERGOLIVE, we discuss how asthma …

Allergology Pulmonology

06.05.2026

Sleep Apnea – When Sleep Makes You Sick

Poor sleep is more than just fatigue. Sleep apnea often goes unnoticed for a long time—yet it can have significant effects on health, the cardiovascular system, and quality of life. In our new podcast episode, Dr. Maike A. Machnick-Meyer discusses the causes, typical symptoms …

Cardiology

15.04.2026

Dementia: Diagnosis, Progression, and Preventive Approaches

Dementia affects millions of people—and yet it’s often not discussed until it’s too late. What actually happens in the brain? How can you recognize the early signs? And what impact do lifestyle factors such as diet, exercise, and mental activity have? In our new podcast episode, we speak with …

Other Topics

06.04.2026

Rosacea – When the Skin and Eyes Are Affected

Facial redness, sensitive skin, a sudden burning sensation, or even eye discomfort—many people don’t initially realize that all these symptoms might be related. Rosacea is a chronic inflammatory condition that affects not only the skin but also …

Ophthalmology

21.03.2026

Understanding Stroke: Recognizing Warning Signs and Taking the Right Action

A stroke can happen to anyone—often suddenly and without warning. That makes it all the more important to recognize the early signs and act quickly in an emergency. In our new podcast episode, we speak with Prof. Dr. med. Günter Seidel, …

Urology Cardiology

16.03.2026

Body and Mind: Why the Two Go Hand in Hand

Sometimes an illness begins in the body and affects the mind. And sometimes it’s exactly the other way around. In our new podcast episode, we discuss a topic that’s becoming increasingly important in medicine: the interplay between physical …

Psychiatry

02.03.2026

Understanding Drug Allergies: How to Reliably Recognize Delayed and Immediate Reactions

A rash after taking antibiotics? Itching after taking pain relievers? Or even an acute allergic reaction just a few minutes after taking a medication? Drug reactions are among the most common allergy-related issues encountered in everyday clinical practice, yet they are often misdiagnosed or inadequately investigated. In our latest podcast episode, we speak with …

Allergology Pulmonology

28.02.2026

Contact Dermatitis – When the Skin Reacts to Touch

Red, itchy skin after contact with certain substances? It could be contact dermatitis. Contact dermatitis is one of the most common skin conditions seen in dermatology practices. Typical symptoms include: ▪️ Redness ▪️ Itching or burning ▪️ Small blisters ▪️ Scaling or weeping areas Important to know: Not …

Allergology

22.02.2026

Celiac Disease – When Gluten Triggers an Autoimmune Response

Celiac Disease—When Gluten Triggers an Autoimmune Reaction Celiac disease is much more than just an intolerance. It is a chronic autoimmune disease in which gluten causes an inflammatory reaction in the small intestine. If left untreated, this can lead to structural damage to the mucous membrane, malabsorption, and …

Other Topics

26.01.2026

High Cholesterol—How to Treat It?

New Podcast on MEDIZINICUM: High cholesterol is one of the most common lab test results—and at the same time, one of the most misunderstood. Is it really always dangerous? When should it be treated? And what role do diet, lifestyle, and medication play? In our new …

Other Topics

22.01.2026

Health Instead of Self-Optimization

New Podcast Episode on MEDIZINICUM In this episode, Sogol Vakili and Dr. Maike A. Machnick-Meyer, M.D., discuss a topic that’s on many people’s minds, especially in January: Health Instead of Self-Optimization We’ll talk about: • why New Year’s resolutions often fail • why pressure is rarely healthy • what realistic health goals look like …

Other Topics

20.12.2025

Giant cell arteritis

🎙️ MEDIZINICUM PODCAST – Episode 2 is here! Rheumatic diseases can take many different forms—and one condition that’s definitely worth discussing is giant cell arteritis. In this episode of the MEDIZINICUM Podcast, we speak with Dr. …

Ophthalmology

30.11.2025

Prostate carcinoma

🎙️ MEDIZINICUM PODCAST – Episode 1 is here! We’re kicking off our new podcast series with an important medical topic: prostate cancer. Together with Dr. Dorothee Mahler and Dr. Maike A. Machnick-Meyer, we discuss what modern diagnostic methods can achieve today, …

Urology

15.10.2025

Between the skin and the eye: what lies behind eyelid eczema

New Episode on ALLERGOLIVE: When the delicate skin around the eyes suddenly itches, burns, or flakes, there’s often more to it than just irritation. In this episode, Prof. Ingrid Moll, a dermatologist, and Dr. Christian Wolfram, an ophthalmologist, …

Allergology Ophthalmology

11.10.2025

Food Allergies - When Cow's Milk Becomes a Problem

Cow's Milk—Allergy or Intolerance? Both sound similar, but they are actually quite different. In a cow's milk allergy, the immune system reacts to milk protein—even the smallest amounts can trigger symptoms. In milk intolerance, on the other hand, the body lacks the enzyme that breaks down lactose—…

Allergology

28.09.2025

Food allergies - what you should know

A healthy diet means variety, balance, and the right mix of fresh, nutrient-rich foods. However, certain foods carry a particularly high risk of causing allergies. Allergies can develop or change, especially in children, but also in adults. Cross-reactions, too …

Allergology Pulmonology

16.08.2025

Understanding insect venom allergy

Insect Venom Allergy – When a Sting Leads to a Systemic Reaction: A single insect sting can trigger a severe allergic reaction in sensitized individuals—even anaphylaxis. In the latest episode of ALLERGOLIVE, Prof. Moll (Dermatology), Dr. Viola Andresen …

Allergology Pulmonology

31.07.2025

Cross-reaction: What is behind it?

Cross-Allergies – When Pollen and Foods Are SimilarThis episode of ALLERGOLIVE focuses on cross-allergies—a common reaction among people with pollen allergies that often leads to symptoms after eating certain foods. Together with Prof. …

Allergology Pulmonology

23.07.2025

Pollen alert: when skin, gut & airways react

In this episode of Allergolive, we’re tackling a topic that affects many people: pollen allergies. Together with Prof. Dr. Ingrid Moll (dermatologist), Dr. Viola Andresen (gut health expert), Dr. Maike Machnick-Meyer (pulmonologist), and Sogol Vakili (nutritionist), we’ll be discussing …

Allergology Pulmonology

28.06.2025

EAACI 2025 - Three days of allergy insights direct from Glasgow

New episode online! Dr. Maike Machnick-Meyer was there for us live at the 2025 EAACI Congress in Glasgow and brought back exciting insights from the world of allergology and pulmonology. In just a few minutes—concise and straight from the …

Allergology Pulmonology

31.05.2025

Welcome to ALLERGOLIVE

In “ALLERGOLIVE,” we talk about everything related to allergies: causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment approaches. Our interdisciplinary panel of medical specialists and therapists offers you in-depth knowledge and practical tips for everyday life. Tune in and …

Allergology

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