From Surgery to Science: Dr. James Kinross on Gut Microbiome Research

Microbiome Medics

Dr. Siobhan McCormack interviews James Kinross, a colorectal surgeon and microbiome researcher. James discusses the potential of robotic surgery and its precision, the link between the microbiome and colorectal cancer, and the importance of preserving gut health. They explore probiotics, evidence-based treatments, and the role of Fusobacterium nucleatum in colorectal cancer. James emphasizes the need for microbial conservation for disease prevention and offers practical advice from his book "Dark Matter" on diet and nutrition for a healthier gut microbiome. This conversation highlights the critical impact of microbiome research on the future of healthcare.

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1. From Surgery to Science: Dr. James Kinross on Gut Microbiome Research (00:00:00)

2. Introduction (00:01:00)

3. A Week in the Life (00:02:17)

4. Robotics in Colorectal Cancer (00:03:20)

5. Microbiomes and Colorectal Cancer (00:06:39)

6. Timeline of Colorectal Cancer (00:09:47)

7. Colleague Perspectives on Microbiome (00:20:10)

8. Challenging Clinical Dogma (00:23:22)

9. Patient Empowerment in Microbiome Health (00:26:26)

10. Making Sense of Microbiome Testing (00:36:27)

11. Misleading Microbiome Consumer Tests (00:42:55)

12. Preventing Cancer Through Gut Health (00:47:26)

13. Human Microbiome: A Vital Therapeutic Target (00:52:34)

14. Practical Daily Habits for Gut Health (00:54:58)