Cedrek McFadden, MD

@cedrekmd.bsky.social

Survivor S48 🌴 @cbssurvivor 🩺 Associate Prof of Surgery, VC of Operations 📺 TV Medical Contributor 🎥 TodayShow/NBC/CBS-WSPA 🏆2023 Sharing Care Award Winner

More information isn't always the answer. Clarity is. Whether I'm talking with a patient or speaking on television, the challenge is the same: figuring out what people need to know, not what sounds smart. Because information only matters if people can use it. A few moments from the Today Show.

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Most people leave a doctor’s appointment understanding the words. Not always the meaning. Tomorrow on the TODAY Show, we’re breaking down some of the medical terms patients hear every day and what they actually mean for your health. 📺 See you tomorrow morning.

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Your body usually gives you signs before something becomes serious. Most people explain them away. Back on @TODAYshow tomorrow morning talking about the symptoms people ignore for too long and the signs that deserve attention. Then later on NBC News Daily: a spring gut check.

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I love doing TV segments where we can talk plainly. Today on @nbcnews.com, we had that type of conversation. Takeaway from today: even when lab results are normal, they don’t always tell the whole story. I always appreciate these kinds of conversations: clear, practical, and actually useful.

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NBC tomorrow! Fatigue isn’t just tiredness. It’s often the first sign your body is whispering for help. I’ll be breaking down what’s normal, what’s not, and what your body might be trying to tell you. Catch me on 3rd Hour of TODAY and on NBC News Daily at 12:45 PM and 2:45 PM EST on NBC News Now.

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Health “buzzwords” spread faster than facts. From social media to the doctor’s office, words like ‘inflammation’ and ‘detox’ sound simple but can mislead. Are they helping us…or just hype? Catch me this Thursday, August 28, 2025, during the 3rd Hour of TODAY (9 a.m. ET) as I break it all down.

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Every patient deserves this conversation. This morning, I had it live on national TV with a physician, talking prescriptions, OTC meds, and supplements. Segment coming soon! Meanwhile, here are some behind-the-scenes moments from my NBC Today Show morning.

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One year ago, I turned in my phone before leaving LA for Fiji to play the game. Six weeks completely offline. One of the best things I ever did, and I didn’t expect to appreciate it this much. So I’ll ask… when’s the last time you totally unplugged? If you haven’t, give it a try. It’s worth it.

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There are moments in life when you realize you’re exactly where you’re meant to be, doing exactly what you’re meant to be doing. Yesterday was one of those days. I’ve heard from many of you, and the message landed. For those who needed to hear it, I’m so glad it did. Every second was worth it.

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I’m excited to be headed back to Studio 1A this week for the 3rd hour of the TODAY Show! With Father’s Day around the corner, we’ll be talking about men’s health and the health tests you need (including some you have probably never heard of) that could save your life. See you Thursday morning!

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Whether you loved me, liked me, were neutral, or firmly in the “not a fan” camp—thanks for watching. Thanks for the love, the roasts, the hate, memes, and everything in between. I learned a lot, laughed a lot (sometimes at myself), and had the experience of a lifetime. #Survivor #Survivor48

Survivor Fact Checker@robsfactchecker.bsky.social · last yr.

Which #Survivor 48 players do fans most want to see play again? Over 4,500 fans voted and these were the results:

The greatest gift Survivor gives you isn’t the title or the prize—it’s the people. We shared chaos and unforgettable moments that built real bonds. Since the game ended, I’ve had meaningful talks with each of them. They get it in a way no one else ever will. That’s the real win. #Survivor48

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We got our letters from home, too. Still on the jury, still in Fiji, still with no contact from the outside world. I used to think those tearful TV moments you see on Survivor were over the top. But after 5+ weeks with no contact, that envelope hit harder than I ever expected. #Survivor48

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