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Hypospadias Conversations

by John and Bonnie

Were you or your child born with the urological birth defect hypospaidas? It is so common that one in 200 male babies are born with it—yet no one talks about it. Why? Because of the shame and stigma associated with its physical effects. It is time to end that stigma now! Learn how to you can live an emotionally positive life with hypospadias, whether you/your child has had repair surgery or not. Hear from advocates, parents and men about how they're living with hypospadias. Hosted by an adult man and a mom of a son born with the condition. RSSVERIFY

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Episodes

  1. Energy Healing with guest Kiera Talley – part 2

    John continues his discussion with Kiera Talley discussing Energy Healing that can be a benefit to anyone, even those living with hypospadias. Energy Healing utilizes such alternative modalities like Reiki, Crystal Healing and others.

  2. Energy Healing with guest Kiera Talley – part 1

    John sits down with Kiera Talley to discuss Energy Healing that can be a benefit to anyone, even those living with hypospadias. Energy Healing utilizes such alternative modalities like Reiki, Crystal Healing and others.

  3. Third Part of a Three Part Series with Four Leading Psychologists Talking About Hypospadias and Emotions

    This episode of Hypospadias Conversations is the conclusion of the discussion that co-hosts John and Bonnie had with Lillian Hayes, Ph.D., Jackie L. Papadakis, Ph.D., Jennifer Hansen Moore, Ph.D. and Jeffrey S. Garofano, Ph.D.—all four are psychologists from leading children’s hospitals. The...

  4. Second Part of a Three Part Series with Four Leading Psychologists Talking About Hypospadias and Emotions

    This episode of Hypospadias Conversations is a continuation of the discussion that co-hosts John and Bonnie had with Lillian Hayes, Ph.D., Jackie L. Papadakis, Ph.D., Jennifer Hansen Moore, Ph.D. and Jeffrey S. Garofano, Ph.D.—all four are psychologists from leading children’s hospitals. The...

  5. First Part of a Three Part Series with Four Leading Psychologists Talking About Hypospadias and Emotions

    This episode of Hypospadias Conversations brings together pediatric psychologists from leading children’s hospitals to discuss the emotional, developmental, and relationship aspects of living with hypospadias. Co-hosts John and Bonnie speak with four psychologists: Lillian Hayes, Ph.D., Jackie L....

  6. Fourth Part of an Exclusive Roundtable Discussion with 5 Leading Urologists

    In this exclusive episode of Hypospadias Conversations, co-hosts John and Bonnie speak with five leading urologic surgeons: Vinaya Bhatia, MD; Lauren Corona, MD; Pankaj Dangle, MD, MCh, FAAP; Christopher Long, MD and Hadley Wood, MD. In episode four of this four part series, topics include: the...

  7. Third part of an Exclusive Roundtable Discussion with 5 Leading Urologists

    In this exclusive episode of Hypospadias Conversations, co-hosts John and Bonnie speak with five leading urologic surgeons: Vinaya Bhatia, MD; Lauren Corona, MD; Pankaj Dangle, MD, MCh, FAAP; Christopher Long, MD and Hadley Wood, MD. In episode three of this four part series, topics include: the...

  8. Second part of an Exclusive Roundtable Discussion with 5 Leading Urologists

    In this exclusive episode of Hypospadias Conversations, co-hosts John and Bonnie speak with five leading urologic surgeons: Vinaya Bhatia, MD; Lauren Corona, MD; Pankaj Dangle, MD, MCh, FAAP; Christopher Long, MD and Hadley Wood, MD. In episode two of this four part series, topics include: a…

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  9. First part of an Exclusive Roundtable Discussion with 5 Leading Urologists

    In this exclusive episode of Hypospadias Conversations, co-hosts John and Bonnie speak with five leading urologic surgeons: Vinaya Bhatia, MD; Lauren Corona, MD; Pankaj Dangle, MD, MCh, FAAP; Christopher Long, MD and Hadley Wood, MD. In episode one of this four part series, topics include: issues...

  10. Fourth Segment in a Special Multi-part Series with Dr. Hazem Mosa

    Co-hosts Bonnie and John conclude their conversation in part four of the special multi-part series of Hypospadias Conversations featuring Dr. Hazem Mosa, Senior Fellow in Pediatric Urology. In this segment, Dr. Mosa discusses common emotions and concerns of parents upon learning of their child's...

  11. Following up with Jim Lake Discussing Reversal Surgery

    Co-hosts Bonnie and John sit down for part 2 of our ongoing discussion with Advocate Jim Lake to go into further depth about surgical reversal options that may be available for those who have had Hypospadias repair surgeries in the past.

  12. Follow up with Mom Ashley After Her Son’s Most Recent Repair Surgery

    Co-hosts Bonnie and John sit down for part 2 of our ongoing discussion with Ashley, to discuss her son’s 16th Hypospadias repair surgery, months prior, to find out how he’s doing now.

  13. Third Segment in a Special Multi-part Series with Dr. Hazem Mosa

    Co-hosts Bonne and John continue their conversation in part three of the special multi-part series of Hypospadias Conversations featuring Dr. Hazem Mosa, Senior Fellow in Pediatric Urology. In this segment, Dr. Mosa discusses the roles of mothers and fathers in supporting their child with...

  14. Second Segment in a Special Multi-part Series with Dr. Hazem Mosa

    Part 2 of the special multi-part series of Hypospadias Conversations featuring Dr. Hazem Mosa, Senior Fellow in Pediatric Urology. In this segment, Dr. Mosa discusses National health care systems of different countries, what constitutes a complication in hypospadias surgery, what does success…

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  15. First Segment in a Special Multi-part Series with Dr. Hazem Mosa

    In the first segment of this special multi-part series, hosts John and Bonnie speak with Dr. Hazem Mosa to discuss the complex process of informed consent for families deciding on hypospadias repair surgery, “the elephant in the room”, co-morbidities with hypospadias and resources for parents.…

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  16. A Mom’s Experience with Her Son’s Hypospadias Journey

    Co-hosts Bonnie and John sit down with Ashley, a mother whose adult son was born with penoscrotal hypospadias with chordee. Ashley shares their journey through his 16 surgeries, the emotional impact for their family, and how they’ve coped and remained resilient throughout it all.

  17. Discussing Hypospadias and Self-Esteem with Tom, A Man With Hypospadias

    Co-hosts Bonnie and John discuss self-esteem and growing up with hypospadias with Tom, a man from the UK who was born with hypospadias and other co-morbidities. Tom discusses his journey from not talking about his hypospadias to becoming comfortable with his body enough to become an outspoken...

  18. Discussion with Advocate and former HEA Executive Director, Jim Lake

    In this episode, hosts Bonnie and John talk with Jim Lake who discusses being born with penoscrotal hypospadias, the numerous surgeries he’s had over his lifetime, and how he’s overcome the shame and secrecy he experienced.

  19. Discussion with Author, Educator and Advocate, Arlene Baratz, M.D.

    Bonnie interviews Arlene Baratz M.D., a retired physician and mother of a family affected by complete androgen insensitivity syndrome (CAIS). She is a long-time educator, advocate and author in the field of intersex/variations of sex development.

  20. Discussion with Author and Renowned Historian Alice Dreger, Ph.D.

    Bonnie and John welcome renowned historian Alice Dreger, Ph.D. to Hypospadias Conversations to discuss the ethical considerations behind hypospadias repair surgery. Alice Dreger is a bioethicist, writer, historian, journalist and former professor of clinical medical humanities and bioethics at…

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  21. Parenting a Child with Hypospadias

    Hosts Bonnie and John discuss some of the issues related to parenting a child with hypospadias, with special guest, Diane (John’s mom).

  22. Introduction to Hypospadias Issues

    General issues that may be faced by those who are born with the congenital urological birth defect Hypospadias are discussed by the hosts.

  23. Hypospadias Conversations Trailer

    Get a sneak peek at the Hypospadias Conversations podcast. Hear soundbites from hosts John and Bonnie along with hypospadias community advocates Alice Dreger, PhD, Arlene Baratz MD and Jim Lake, former executive director of the Hypospadias & Epispadias Association..

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Were you or your child born with the urological birth defect hypospaidas? It is so common that one in 200 male babies are born with it—yet no one talks about it. Why? Because of the shame and stigma associated with its physical effects. It is time to end that stigma now! Learn how to you can live an emotionally positive life with hypospadias, whether you/your child has had repair surgery or not. Hear from advocates, parents and men about how they're living with hypospadias. Hosted by an adult man and a mom of a son born with the condition.

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Were you or your child born with the urological birth defect hypospaidas? It is so common that one in 200 male babies are born with it—yet no one talks about it. Why? Because of the shame and stigma associated with its physical effects. It is time to end that stigma now! Learn how to you can live...

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