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RFA For Life - STARMED Thyroid Radiofrequency Ablation Patient Education Hub - Learn the signs of thyroid nodules & how Radio Frequency Ablation (RFA) can help.

STARmed Thyroid Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) is a minimally invasive procedure that treats your thyroid symptoms without invasive surgery, freeing you from a surgical scar and lifelong medication. For over 15 years, STARmed Thyroid RFA has been dedicated to providing a non-surgical solution that target-treats only the nodule while preserving the healthy thyroid tissue. This page is created to cultivate a community where anyone enduring thyroid issues can connect, support, and share stories. Our passion is to provide the best treatment options to you so that we can be happier and healthier together. Important Safety Information / Disclaimer
Patients should talk to their doctor to decide if STARmed Thyroid radiofrequency ablation is right for them. Patients and doctors should review all available information on non-surgical and surgical options and associated risks in order to make an informed decision. Individual results may vary, testimonials are not claimed to represent typical results. All testimonials are from real patients, and may not reflect the typical patient’s experience, and are not intended to represent or guarantee that anyone will achieve the same or similar results. The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. All content, including text, graphics, images and information, contained on or available through this web site is for general information purposes only. Product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of TaeWoong Medical USA or their respective owners. Indication
The VIVA Combo RF Ablation System and star RF Electrode are intended for use in percutaneous and intraoperative coagulation and ablation of tissue. Contraindications
There is a risk that error may result due to the radiofrequency current on patients who have pacemakers and other active implants. Do not use the radiofrequency lesion generator and electrode on these patients. Complications
The following types of complications may result due to the use of the radiofrequency lesion generator and electrode.
• Tumor recurrence
• Burn due to the over-heating of the surgical equipment
• Dangerous situation due to the unskilled equipment
control
• Cross-infection or complications due to the re-use of the
inappropriate electrode
• Ascites/diarrhea
• Bleeding of the coagulated part
• Ventricular fibrillation
• Weakness of liver functions
• Symptoms after RFA treatment includes (abdominal) pain,
fever, nausea, headache, right shoulder joint pain and chest
discomfort might occur

In 2009, STARMED developed the VIVA RF Generator, helping lay the groundwork for the expansion of radiofrequency ablatio...
10/09/2026

In 2009, STARMED developed the VIVA RF Generator, helping lay the groundwork for the expansion of radiofrequency ablation technology around the world. 🌎

Those early advancements helped pave the way for the minimally invasive RFA options patients have access to today.

👉 Follow us for the next chapter in the History of RFA

Attention to all patients in South Florida area: you now have access to a minimally invasive option for your thyroid nod...
10/08/2026

Attention to all patients in South Florida area: you now have access to a minimally invasive option for your thyroid nodules! Dr. Mudit Jain is now offering thyroid RFA at Diabetes & Thyroid Care Center of Excellence in Plantation, FL.

We’re excited to see thyroid RFA becoming more accessible to patients across the nation.

Drop a 🩷 to congratulate Dr. Jain and his team.

Find an RFA provider near you → https://rfaforlife.com/find-thyroid-rfa-physician/

Not all ablation technologies work the same way. While Nanosecond Field Pulse Ablation (nsPFA) uses electrical pulses to...
10/07/2026

Not all ablation technologies work the same way. While Nanosecond Field Pulse Ablation (nsPFA) uses electrical pulses to target tissue, RFA uses thermal energy and has an established track record of long-term results.

So, when it comes to treatment technology, what matters most to you: emerging innovation or proven long-term results?

Learn the difference. Know your options. 💙

10/01/2026

How is radiofrequency ablation on the thyroid actually performed?

Dr. Suh at walks us through the procedure from basic set up, to performing the RFA. You'll be surprised to see how easy this process is! The whole ablation process only takes 10-15 minutes and sometimes shorter for smaller nodules.

Watch to learn more about this innovative treatment option 🩵

Disclaimer: Individual results may vary. Not every patient is a candidate for this procedure. Consult a healthcare professional to determine whether this procedure is appropriate for you. The physician was not compensated for this video production.

09/29/2026

Imagine treating a thyroid nodule without surgery.

Dr. Suh from explains how Thyroid RFA uses targeted thermal energy to shrink the nodule while protecting the rest of your thyroid. Best of all, it's an outpatient procedure, so most patients return home the same day and quickly resume their everyday activities.

Watch to learn more about this innovative treatment option. ✨

Disclaimer: For patient education purposes only. Consult a healthcare professional to determine whether this procedure is appropriate for you.

Did you know? 🤔Unlike surgery, thyroid RFA preserves healthy thyroid tissue. As a result, most patients don't need lifel...
09/24/2026

Did you know? 🤔

Unlike surgery, thyroid RFA preserves healthy thyroid tissue. As a result, most patients don't need lifelong thyroid hormone medication after treatment, making RFA an appealing option for many people with benign thyroid nodules.

→ Follow for more thyroid RFA education and real patient outcomes.

📍Chattanooga, Tennessee - a new area offering thyroid RFA!Congratulations to Dr. Armstrong and his team at on bringing ...
09/23/2026

📍Chattanooga, Tennessee - a new area offering thyroid RFA!

Congratulations to Dr. Armstrong and his team at on bringing Thyroid RFA to their community! With another provider offering RFA, more patients can learn about this minimally invasive treatment option and have informed conversations with their doctor about their thyroid nodule care.

We’re excited to celebrate this milestone and help patients gain greater access to Thyroid RFA💙

Find an RFA provider near you → link in bio!

09/23/2026

"There has to be another way".

That's what Myia thought after medication failed to shrink her benign thyroid nodule. Wanting to preserve her thyroid and avoid surgery, she turned to thyroid RFA with Dr. Goldfarb.

The result? A 53% reduction in nodule size just 3 months after treatment.

Stories like Miya's are why more patients are exploring minimally invasive alternatives for treating benign thyroid nodules. 💙

09/18/2026

"Is Radiofrequency Ablation dangerous?"

According to Dr. Goldfarb, the answer is reassuring: "not at all". While every medical procedure carries some risk, serious complications with thyroid RFA are extremely rare.

Most patients return home shortly after treatment, resume their normal activities, and experience significant nodule reduction, often seeing their nodules shrink by 50% or more.

Know someone exploring treatment options for thyroid nodules? Share this Reel and learn more here: 👉 https://rfaforlife.com/starmed-thyroid-rfa/

09/16/2026

What can you expect before thyroid RFA treatment?✨

Dr. Goldfarb, Professor of Surgery, Director of Center for Endocrine Tumors and Disorders at Saint John's Health Center, walks through the patient experience leading up to treatment.

She answers some of patients most frequently asked questions, including procedure length, and what treatment day is really like.

Share with a friend that might be curious about RFA & learn more here → https://rfaforlife.com/starmed-thyroid-rfa/

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