Gross Anatomy

In this episode, we explore the medical accuracy and portrayal of mentorship in the TV show Scrubs, comparing the original series with the recent revival. We also get into beepers, hospital culture, and the evolution of doctor pep talks.

Dr. Leo Gordon answers our questions about his "Fire at the Grove!" presentation. The fire in 1942 at Boston’s Coconaut Grove brought the most patients to a hospital in a single night and remains the deadliest nightclub fire in history. We discuss how this fire transformed burn care, fire safety codes and much more!

Dr. Cohen answers questions about weight loss drugs and cancer risk warnings. Then, we discuss the Stop the Bleed program, and detail an important lesson learned from Doctor Jack Shephard on Lost.

Producer of The Good Doctor and CEO of Refundly, Lindsay Goffman joins us! We talk to Lindsay about cold calling her way into a receptionist job and how that led to work in reality and scripted TV.We also discuss Dumbstruck, the ventriloquism documentary she made with her husband. Then, we pick her brain about creating an app that streamlines the refund process!

We discuss Catherine O’Hara ’s cause of death (pulmonary embolism) and how her organs were mirrored in a rare condition called situs inversus. And, Adam Somner, the AD that Paul Thomas Anderson has thanked all award season, recently died of anaplastic thyroid cancer — so Dr. Cohen answers questions about this rare malignancy. Plus, parasites and Claire Foy, the Robert Duvall movie we need to see, and Dr. Cohen’s latest airplane movie reviews.

We have a urogynecologist on the show! Dr. Rebecca Lane joins us to discuss health issues women should be talking to their doctor about. We dissect many topics including: urinary incontinence, perimenopause, pelvic organ prolapse, botox in the bladder, Kegel exercises and the benefits of drinking aloe vera. 

Season 2 of The Pitt is here! Dr. Cohen answers some pressing medical questions about the new season — and we give our thoughts on the grossiest scenes, ongoing storylines and latest characters.

In this episode: Getting a Florida medical license, becoming a Yogi, New Year's wellness trends…and the conclusion of Stranger Things.

We talk about the movies, TV and pop culture news that made our best of 2025 list! Plus, we discuss nominations in the new Golden Globe podcast category, and how AI was all the rage and is now being used to create deep fakes of doctors…including Dr. Cohen!And, we end with happy-happy news: Dick Van Dyke turned 100 and shared his secret to longevity. 

We watched Doc, the TV show that begs the question...what happens when a doctor loses eight years of memories? Are they still considered a doctor? Luckily, there are real life answers. Doc is based on the true story of an Italian doctor that suffered from partial retrograde amnesia. We discuss all of this and more!

Royal Pains creator Andrew Lenchewski and actor Mark Feuerstein join the show! We discuss how a TV show about a concierge doctor went from network pitch to a successful eight-year run. And, so much more…including Mark’s role on Sex and the City, his new movie Guns and Moses and utlizing Dr. Cohen as a script consultant.

In our spooky Halloween episode, we debate which medical news story could be turned into the best scary movie. We’ve got stories of twisted intestines, doctors left in remote destinations and so much more!

We watched Fit for TV (The Biggest Loser docuseries) and discussed some of the buzzy issues the series brings up...including caffeine pills, skin tightening, body dysmorphia, Rabdomolisis and making your health a priority.Plus, Dr. Cohen details some of the behind-the-scenes direction he received while featured on the series Take My Tumor — and the reality of what you see on reality TV. 

The Pitt wins best drama at the Emmys, Noah Wyle finally takes home a prize after seven nominations, and Nurse Dana gets a statue too! We discuss all this and other highlights from Emmy night. PLUS, have you seen AKA Charlie Sheen? We have and we have some thoughts on Charlie's 'wild thing' lifestyle and road to recovery.

We are excited to have neurologist Dr. Lisa Cook on the show! We pick her brain about neurological diseases, including explaining things like frontotemporal dementia which Bruce Willis has, normal pressure hydrocephalus which Billy Joel recently cancelled his tour to seek treatment for, and why it’s so rare that Michael J. Fox was diagnosed with Parkinson’s at 29 years-old.

Hey Gross Anatomy listeners, hope you enjoy this condensed "REWIND" interview with Dr. Robert Huizenga, who you might recognize as the medical consultant featured in Netflix's - Fit for TV: The Reality of the Biggest Loser. We were fortunate to have Dr. Huizenga as one of our early guests and know first-hand how amazing he is! In this episode, he tells us about his journey from sports medicine, to author, to having Matthew Modine play him in Any Given Sunday, and of course...he gives us a little bit on The Biggest Loser.If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe AND follow Gross Anatomy Podcast on TikTok and Instagram for more entertaining content. Disclaimer: Gross Anatomy is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

A Grey’s Anatomy star reveals she has Hashimoto’s disease, Dr. Cohen explains what this diagnosis means and how it can be treated. We also discuss Brandon Blackstock and types of Melanoma. Plus, why Emma Stone went bald and cried about it, and why tennis star Monica Seles opened up about her health struggles with Myasthenia Graves. DOUBLE PLUS, we end with our thoughts on the New York Times list of 100 Best Movies of the 21st Century…and which movies should have made the cut.

We speak to actor Mariano González-Guerineau about starring in the Disney+ show O11CE and its upcoming reboot! We also talk to him about growing up in Argentina, moving to Los Angeles, and how playing soccer (fútbol) helped ease the transition into a Beverly Hills high school. Plus, Mariano tells us what it was like working with Dr. Cohen and what he learned about being/playing a doctor.

We discuss Michael Madsen’s recent death and our love for the charismatic actor, who starred in some of our favorite films — Reservoir Dogs, Kill Bill, and The Hateful Eight. We also talk about what it’s like for a doctor to have a celebrity as a patient, and how addiction has devastated other Hollywood stars.

This week we talk about Noah Wyle urging Congress to reauthorize the Lorna Breen Act, an ice cream challenge that can only be done along the Appalachian Trail and elective changes to eye color and other cosmetic surgery trends.

Our guest today is a celebrated Peloton instructor and actor, joining us all the way from London, it’s Bradley Rose. We discuss Bradley’s fitness journey, recent biopsy scare, what it’s like to work on a Hallmark holiday set, and becoming a first-time father. Then, we get Bradley to reveal his favorite Peloton playlist!

We discuss surgeons…the bad, the unlicensed and the fictional. Including, a surgeon who performed a splenectomy and removed a patient’s liver —not their spleen! And, a woman who suffered lidocaine toxicity under the care of a "doctor" who wasn't licensed to practice. Then, we take a 'which TV doctor are you?' quiz and discuss our results.

In Dissecting The Pitt Part Two, we examine the last eight episodes of the series. These episodes are full of drama and a little humor, including: A black widow bite, code triage alert, questionable blood bank, solid doctor jokes, and the finale! Plus, Dr. Cohen answers questions about what it’s really like being a surgeon in a bustling hospital.

We deep dive into the first seven episodes of The Pitt, reviewing some of the most memorable scenes from the series. We also discuss the most realistic characters, our favorite moments, and Dr. Cohen gives insight into the medical accuracy of what’s seen on screen.

Trey Holterman, CEO and co-founder of Tennr, the healthcare automation platform, joins the show! Trey tells us what it was like growing up in the Bay Area and why the series Silicon Valley is more of a documentary than a comedy. We also discuss the motivational messages from his mentors, why they decided to base Tennr in New York City and his brief venture as a stand-up comic.

We get into the bankruptcy of 23andMe, what Dr. Cohen was hoping to find out when he submitted his saliva for testing, and what celebrities like Tiffany Haddish and Gwyneth Paltrow were shocked to discover about their ancestry. We also dive into 1923’s Helen Mirren believing she’s related to Harrison Ford, and our feelings watching them share the screen the first time in The Mosquito Coast. Plus, the Oscar nominated movies Dr. Cohen chose to watch on his journey to Tampa for a surgical conference. And, how medical TV shows never come out alone...The Pitt and Pulse are now streaming.

Alan Blumenfeld, celebrated stage and screen actor with a Hollywood career spanning over 40 years, joins us! Alan tells us about his illustrious career, acting in the American Conservatory Theater to guest starring in hit series Heroes and Gilmore Girls. Plus, he answers all of our questions about working on medical shows, ER and Grey’s Anatomy.

We talk about recent celebrity deaths with causes not immediately known, and get into all things autopsy. Then, we discuss cell saver technology, reasons for liver transplants and the invention of the rabies vaccine. Plus, Dr. Cohen, a huge Demi Moore fan, gives his honest review of The Substance!

Andy Buckley, who played David Wallace on The Office, joins us! Andy talks to us about being cast on one of the most popular television shows ever, taking an acting class with Channing Tatum, performing in The Groundlings and what it’s like working a full-time job for Merrill-Lynch while being a recognizable actor. We also talk about Andy’s current role on the Netflix series FUBAR and what it's like to act with Arnold Schwarzenegger.

We talk about the role of caregivers in entertainment, and discuss the reality of social services involvement in hospitals. Then, why we think the biggest Oscar snub of the 97th Academy Awards is…Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story. Our favorite doc of 2024 failed to secure a nomination, but we believe it's essential viewing. The film details how Reeves gave visibility to people living with disabilities and how he was able to move the research field forward. We get into all of this and more!

We discuss our resolutions for the year, the hot new job for men looking for a career change, and the end of life regrets people have according to a hospice nurse. Plus, Dr. Cohen reviews The Pitt — the hyped new medical series featuring Noah Wyle.

Our guest today is Sarah Aviram, a TEDx speaker, workshop facilitator, and international keynote speaker on the topic of motivation in the new era of work. She’s also the author of Remotivation, the book designed to help you create your own version of success. We discuss how Sarah and Dr. Cohen recently met and why he was excited to read her book. We also asked Sarah what advice she has for people in the medical field, who can’t work from home, but are striving for a better life/work balance. And, Sarah explains how you get chosen for Tedx and what it’s like to deliver that talk. To learn more, check out The Remotivation Manager Guide, a free resource to help you re-motivate your team members in 2025. https://sarahaviram.com/manager-guide

Since the end of the year is here, we wanted to give you a best of 2024 show. Listen in as we discuss critics picks for the best movies with a medical slant, including A Different Man and The Substance. And, we dissect what we think is the perfect movie length. Plus, we get into TV and share the best doctor shows, like St. Denis Medical and Take My Tumor (featuring Dr. Cohen). Then, we talk about upcoming entertainment we’re most excited about…The Pitt starring Noah Wyle is our must watch in the New Year!

This week we get into all things plant-based with our guest, vegan chef Mario Fabbri! We discuss his cooking show Trying Vegan with Mario, his favorite holiday recipes, vegan celebrities and the life-changing power of a dehydrator. We also dive into why Mario decided not to take over his father’s Italian sausage factory and turned to a vegan lifestyle instead. Listen now!

In this episode we cover a lot, including: John Stamos wearing a bald cap, allergy testing and celebrities with unusual food allergies, the hit TV show House turning 20 and why the screenwriters always used lupus as a possible diagnosis (even though it was never lupus). Then, it's new medical TV review time! We share our thoughts on the pilot episode of NBC's Brilliant Minds starring Zachary Quinto.

On this episode of Gross Anatomy, we discuss celebrities opening up about their medical diagnoses, a surgeon's perspective on delivering cancer diagnoses and much more. Be sure to tune in. If you are enjoying listening to Gross Anatomy, please leave us a rating and review.

In Ali's final episode with Gross Anatomy the team talks health trends! All things beef, from Colostrum, to beef tallow, to the E Coli outbreak via the Quarter Pounder, and are the McDonald's fries vegan?

This week the Gross Anatomy team dives into all things Halloween! The top halloween injuries to watch out for, the real story of Frankenstein, our top Halloween movies, and how we feel about injecting yourself with salmon DNA...

Today Gross Anatomy chats with Laura Jakobsen of Riot Energy. We talk about the power of plants and how energy drinks should leave you feeling. Laura shares some of her top tips for entrepreneurs.

Ali and Dr. Cohen chat about Daisy Ridley's diagnosis of Graves Disease & what it is, along with thyroid health in general. AI perfume, and why pumpkin seed protein is trending.

This week the Gross Anatomy team chats with Melissa Nguyen, tennis pro hired by MGM Studios to help prepare Zendaya for her leading role in Luca Guadagnino’s movie Challengers.

This week Ali & Dr. Cohen chat about the bacteria in The Seine River in Paris and why some Olympic athletes are drinking coke after swimming in the water

This week the Gross Anatomy team chats about the Olympics – including the the very real physical danger for gymnasts & past and current presidents who fell ill during an election cycle.

This week we chat about celebrity illnesses from Bob Marley to Celine Dion, and speculation about President Biden's health.

Dr. Cohen & Ali chat about the new 30-30-30 trend, Rucking, & 75 Soft and then Dr. Cohen spills the beans on his first mushroom experience!

Liv Bowser shares her journey of founding Liberate Studios, a platform and community focused on building mental fitness and a healthy lifestyle.

This week we talk trends such as Nestlé’s new Ozempic Diet, wild yam cream for hormone health, toe spacers for your foot health, & the benefits of laying on a bed of carbon & silver.

From autoimmune disease to becoming a healer, Letizia shares the benefits of the sound bath and surprisingly it all started with her dog!

We Chat about Caffeine in the Body (The Panera Scandal) and the New Workout trend Quadrobics

This week we discuss how we feel about sugar and how to get the best sleep with green noise. We also go over how Dr. Cohen is feeling since our discussion with Lukas of Wonderbelly