Podcast
Long Covid, MD
Hosted by Dr. Zeest Khan · EN
The only long COVID podcast from a doctor with long COVID.
Learn the science, treatments, and strategies you need to regain your health, from Stanford-trained physician Dr Zeest Khan.
16episodes
Episodes
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64. Treat Symptoms or The Root Cause?
Dec 300:16:57Tap to summarizeWondering whether to focus on treating Long COVID symptoms or finding the “root cause”? In this episode, Dr. Zeest Khan explains why chasing a cure can lead to false promises and wasted time—and why treating your most pressing symptoms is the fastest, safest way to improve quality of life. Learn how building small wins creates positive momentum, reduces hypervigilance, and empowers you to collaborate effectively with your doctors.Join the Community at longcovidmd.comSupport the showSubscribe for free written summaries of each episode, resources, and more. LongCovidMD.substack.com/subscribeSupport by donating at BuyMeACoffee
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63. Claim Your Long COVID Story. Here is Mine.
Nov 2500:36:21Tap to summarizeThis week we're sharing an episode from the archive, Dr Khan's appearance on the medical podcast "Taking Healthcare By Storm." Dr Zeest Khan tells Dr Jean Storm about her long COVID journey and the lessons she’s learned as both a physician and a patient. They discuss peer support, medical uncertainty, and why claiming your own story can transform the way you navigate chronic illness. A candid, empowering conversation.Subscribe to the newsletter at LongCovidMD.comSupport the showSubscribe for free written summaries of each episode, resources, and more. LongCovidMD.substack.com/subscribeSupport by donating at BuyMeACoffee
Transcribe →62. Holidays, Tech, and Remembering Alice Wong
Nov 2100:17:48Tap to summarizeA quick life update.Learn about Alice Wong: https://x.com/doctor_zeest/status/1991929577841868847?s=20Support the showSubscribe for free written summaries of each episode, resources, and more. LongCovidMD.substack.com/subscribeSupport by donating at BuyMeACoffee
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61. Inside The New Long COVID GLP-1 Study
Nov 1800:39:39Tap to summarizeDr Khan interviews Dr. Julia Moore-Vogel, Scripps Researcher and lead scientist of the new study using tirzepatide to treat Long COVID. The study is called LoCITT-T, and it is actively enrolling participants. They discuss the study's design, eligibility criteria, and the potential benefits of the drug. Julia shares her personal experience with long COVID and how it has influenced her work. The conversation also covers the importance of making clinical trials accessible to those with disabilities and the innovative use of wearable technology in the study.KeywordsLong COVID, tirzepatide, clinical trial, disability, wearable technologyResources:Long COVID Treatment Trial-Tirzepatide (LoCITT-T): https://www.longcovid.scripps.eduFatigue Severity Scale: https://www.med.upenn.edu/cbti/assets/user-content/documents/Fatigue%20Severity%20Scale%20(FSS).pdfFUN-CAP 27: https://batemanhornecenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/FUNCAP27-questionnaire.pdfDSQ-COVID: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/360476212_DePaul_Symptom_Questionnaire-COVIDEric Topol, MD Ground Truths: https://erictopol.substack.com/All of Us Research Hub: https://www.researchallofus.org/ Support the showSubscribe for free written summaries of each episode, resources, and more. LongCovidMD.substack.com/subscribeSupport by donating at BuyMeACoffee
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60. How to Survive the Holidays with Long COVID--with Katherine Marie
Nov 1400:44:19Tap to summarizeSubscribe to the newsletter: longcovidmd.comIn this episode of Long COVID MD, Dr. Zeest Khan is joined by Katherine Marie, an nurse practitioner, long COVID patient, and podcast host. They discuss ways to navigate the holiday season while managing long COVID. They share personal experiences and strategies for maintaining health and energy, such as planning energy like a budget, setting boundaries, and building recovery time into schedules. The conversation highlights the importance of self-compassion and adapting traditions to fit current capabilities.Hear more from Katherine Marie: https://longcovidrealtalk.com/KeywordsLong COVID, holiday season, energy management, self-compassion, setting boundariesSupport the showSubscribe for free written summaries of each episode, resources, and more. LongCovidMD.substack.com/subscribeSupport by donating at BuyMeACoffee
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BONUS: The Aftermath of COVID - Outrage Overload
May 31, 2025Tap to summarizeEnjoy Dr Khan's guest appearance on the Outrage Overload podcast. Hosted by David Beckemyer, Outrage Overload explores how outrage media fuels political polarization and stress. David and Dr Khan discuss how the unprocessed grief of a pandemic has contributed to our current polarized social climate.-----------------------------------------------------------------How a Doctor’s Long COVID Journey Exposed Systemic FailuresMillions are still living with long COVID, yet many patients are dismissed, misunderstood, or left without answers. In this episode, Dr. Zeest Khan shares her personal journey—from treating critical patients as a cardiothoracic anesthesiologist to becoming a long COVID patient herself.This conversation isn’t just about COVID—it's about how we listen, how we heal, and what needs to change.Guest:Dr. Zeest Khan, physician, long COVID advocate, and host of Long COVID MD podcast.Text me your feedback and leave your contact info if you'd like a reply (this is a one-way text). Thanks, DavidSupport the showShow Notes:https://outrageoverload.net/Follow me, David Beckemeyer, on Twitter @mrblog or email outrageoverload@gmail.com. Follow the show on Twitter @OutrageOverload or Instagram @OutrageOverload. We are also on Facebook /OutrageOverload.HOTLINE: 925-552-7885Got a Question, comment or just thoughts you'd like to share? Call the OO hotline and leave a message and you could be featured in an upcoming episodeIf you would like to help the show, you can contribute here. Tell everyone you know about the show. That’s the best way to support it.Rate and Review the show on Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/OutrageOverloadIntro music and outro music by Michael Ramir C.Many thanks to my co-editor and co-director, Austin Chen.Support the showSubscribe for free written summaries of each episode, resources, and more. LongCovidMD.substack.com/subscribe Support by donating at BuyMeACoffee
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