The Preventive Medicine Podcast

This is a re-cast of an episode originally aired in June of 2020. This was an incredible episode that deserves to be heard by all new listeners! In this episode we discuss the role of resistance training for both patients and as a prescription by providers, the evidence behind various practices in prevention, the harms of over-screening, and much more!. Whether in the hospital inpatient floors or his clients in the gym, Dr. Baraki brings evidence-based information and suggestions to help those he works with. Dr. Baraki is board certified in Internal Medicine, an assistant professor of medicine, and well known for his role with Barbell Medicine.  Dr. Baraki's Social Media: Instagram Twitter Link Show Notes Question 1:  What is Barbell Medicine, why did you decide to get involved and what are it's goals? Question 2: Why did you decide to go into Internal Medicine given your athletic history and interest in exercise? Question 3: What do you think other physicians that do not lift weights can learn from Barbell medicine, should they attend your seminars? Question 4: Does the population of those attending your Barbell Medicine seminars trend more towards physicians or healthcare professionals? Question 5: There are many silly ideas surrounding preventive medicine and other aspects regarding medicine, can you speak to the use of evidence when it comes to recommendations in preventive health? Question 6: What does preventive medicine mean to you? Question 7: Why is the allure of more screening with regards to preventive care problematic? Question 8: How do you balance limiting the allure of physicians to use screenings widely as a way to "check-off" preventive care and patients that desire screening based on false notions of prevention? Question 9: How do you communicate to patients who come in wanting to get unneeded screening such as a whole-body scan to determine all potential problems? Question 10: Why is it important that patients are educated and develop a level of self-efficacy? Question 11: Do you think helping patients develop a positive self-narrative is beneficial in the scope of preventive medicine? Question 12: Do you think we do a poor job of letting our patients know that they should be striving to develop a more robust exercise program based on the current guidelines? Question 13: How do we bridge the gap between personal trainers and physicians in bringing exercise programs and nutritional counseling to patients? Question 14: In 2 minutes what do you tell someone who asks you "how do I get healthy?" Join our Mailing List HERE: Mailchimp

It's 2023. It's time we separate our weight from our health. Everywhere we look, health and weight has been synonymous leading to body dysmorphia, poor relationships with food, and many other issues. Well, there's many more benefits to eating well and physical activity!  In this podcast, I go over some of the highlights from the podcast for the last year, some of my life events from 2022, podcast goals for this year, and then dive into dividing out health from fitness and nutrition. Ragav's Social Media: Instagram Twitter Link Show Notes Top Episodes Links:  Dealing with Burnout, and ICU Physician Tells All - Jeremy Topin, MD: https://thepreventivemedicinepodcast.com/episode-58/ The Dogma of Diets and Nutritional History - Alan Flanagan, MsC: https://thepreventivemedicinepodcast.com/episode-57/ Are We Really in Control of Our Diet? - Stephen Guyenet, PhD: https://thepreventivemedicinepodcast.com/episode-56/ Article Suggestions:  The Beginner Prescription by Barbell Medicine  Health Priorities by Barbell Medicine Join our Mailing List HERE: Mailchimp

If you listen to this podcast, you likely pay some sort of membership fee either for coaching, the gym, or another health related item. You get access to the facility, time with the coach, and whatever else is included in the fee. What if medicine was practiced the same way? Enter concierge medicine. Dr. Ari Levy is a serial entrepreneur and physician who founded SHIFT which is a concierge medicine practice focused on integrating all aspects of health under one roof. In this episode we discuss what SHIFT is, what concierge medicine is, how Dr. Levy's vision seems to be the gold standard when it comes to being mindful of prevention, and lastly the pitfalls of concierge medicine.  Go check out: https://shiftlife.com/ for more information on SHIFT and to see if you would like to make the SHIFT!  Episode Outline What does preventive medicine mean to you? What is SHIFT and what inspired you to start this practice? What differentiates it from what people usually think of as their doctor? Do you think physicians should get involved with advising patients on lifestyle modification or should we just focus on the medicine? What results have you seen with the “life” package through SHIFT? Do people take advantage of their resources? How does the model of concierge medicine work? Does this mean members don't need insurance at all? What does it take to have these kinds of services available for those of lower socioeconomic standing? How do you keep it all evidence based when you hire for different positions? If you were waiting for your coffee at Starbucks and someone who recognizes you asks “how do I get healthy,” what do you tell them in the 2 minutes you have? Join our Mailing List HERE: Mailchimp

The holidays is a time for getting together with family, relaxation, and celebration until it's not. There are many instances of holidays being ruined by preventive injuries and many unfortunate mortalities. In this episode, I take you through common holiday causes of morbidity and mortality for things to keep in mind during this festive time. Ragav's Social Media Instagram Twitter Link Show Notes: Toy related injuries - https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fspublic/ToyRelatedDeathsandInjuries2021.pdf Transportation related Injuries - https://injuryfacts.nsc.org/home-and-community/safety-topics/deaths-by-transportation-mode/ Red Cross Fire Safety - https://www.redcross.org/content/dam/redcross/atg/PDF_s/Preparedness___Disaster_Recovery/Disaster_Preparedness/Home_Fire/FireHolidayFactSheet.pdf Join our Mailing List HERE: Mailchimp

We know smoking is bad for us, we've been hearing it for decades at this point. Unfortunately it wasn't always this way. The use of cigarettes and smoking in general has changed dramatically within the last several decades and many still struggle with the addiction or with its chronic effects. In this episode, Dr. Baldassarri dives into smoking, cigarettes, addiction, and much more.  Dr. Baldassarri completed his residency in Internal Medicine from the Yale School of Medicine before completing a fellowship in pulmonary and critical care medicine also from Yale. He is also board certified in addiction/preventive medicine and currently serves as an assistant professor of medicine at the Yale School of Medicine. He has appeared on other podcasts and is well-published on topics relating to smoking, addiction, and sleep. Show Outline How did you get interested in smoking cessation and addiction medicine with your pulmonary/crit care background? What does preventive medicine mean to you? How has the use of cigarettes changed in the last several years? Has the gap been filled by other devices such as vapes or by marijuana? What interventions have helped bring the use of cigarettes down? How do you approach the conversation? For those who have quit but have a significant smoking history, what can be done to reduce their risk of chronic lung disease? Marijuana has gained a lot of popularity as an alternative medicine, what are the risks associated with marijuana use either through vape or smoking it? If you're at a coffee shop and someone asks you “how do I get healthy?” what do you tell them in the 2 minutes you're waiting for your coffee? Join our Mailing List HERE: Mailchimp

There is a lot more to health to health than what happens in an examination room. The decisions that are made at the municipal, state, and national levels make incredible impacts that often times can either make or break the health of a population at large. In fact, preventive medicine at the highest level has more to do with politics and policy than the supplement being touted on your feed as a miracle.  In this episode, I talk with Dr. Abdul El-Sayed who has had many roles throughout his career; so many that he has a wikipedia page! Dr. El-Sayed trained as a physician with a gap to complete his PhD at Oxford in Public Health after which he became an assistant professor at Columbia University within the Department of Epidemiology. He then went on to become the youngest Health Director and Executive Director of the Detroit Health Department at just 30 years old before running for governor of Michigan in 2018. Unfortunately, he did not win that race but has continued writing and speaking about the relationship between politics and health through his two published books, podcast, and newsletter. He is a political commentator on television and continued to be active in improving the landscape for public health. Dr. El-Sayed's Links: Abdul's Website The America Dissected Podcast The Incision Newsletter Abdul's Books Instagram Twitter Show Outline You have held a lot of roles and do many things, why do you do what you do? What does preventive medicine mean to you? What responsibilities does a top official of a health department have compared to a practicing physician? How much of an impact on the day to day lives of people does this role have? Why did you decide to run for governor of Michigan and how much impact can someone in this role have in the health of their constituents? What does the landscape for healthcare reform look like on the political level? Do politicians realize the issues that regular people face? If someone asks you how to get healthy while you are waiting for your coffee at starbucks, what do you tell them in 2 minutes? Join our Mailing List HERE: Mailchimp

Hospitals do a lot for their patients, but what about others in the community? The Boston Medical Center has made it it's mission to provide healthcare to everyone despite ability to pay; furthermore, the Health Equity Accelerator to transform the landscape of health equity within the Boston community. Led by Dr. Elena Mendez-Escobar and Dr. Thea James, the Health Equity Accelerator focuses its resources on maternal and child health, infectious diseases, behavioral health, chronic conditions, oncology, and end-stage renal disease through reaching those who otherwise would not receive as equitable care. In this episode, learn more about what the program is, what hospitals can do to help their communities, and a lot more about health equity!  The Health Equity Accelerator Links: Click here Click here Show Notes What are your roles within BMC? What do you do on a day to day basis? What does preventive medicine mean to you? How did the health equity accelerator come about? What does it do? Do you believe that hospitals have an obligation to their communities in reaching “hard to reach” patients? Given some of the deep origins of health inequities, how can hospitals and hospital initiatives make quantitative change within the community such that the stats actually change? Where does the money come for programs such as the health equity accelerator given the capitalistic and profit-driven nature of many hospitals? How can the health equity accelerator be replicated in other cities? What are the barriers to more widespread adoption? For those from a lower socioeconomic status - if someone were to ask you “How do I get healthy” while you were waiting for your coffee, what do you tell them in 2 minutes? Join our Mailing List HERE: Mailchimp

Climate change has been happening for some time and, while we may not actively notice it, has been harming the health of millions across the globe for some time now. Dr. Kristie Ebi is a professor of Global Health and Environmental & Occupational Health Sciences at the University of Washington and a globally renowned expert in the effect of heat on our health.  In this episode we dive into how climate change impacts our health, why the heat is so dangerous, who and where the majority of the effects take effect. We also talk about how to prepare from the individual level all the way to the global level. This episode is like none other that we have on the podcast! Episode Outline Can you briefly describe what you do and areas you are actively researching? What does prevention mean to you? Can you explain what kind of climate change we are seeing and what we expect to see within the next 50 years? Why is excess heat so dangerous to our health? Who is going to suffer the effects of climate change the most and what kinds of health issues/outcomes will they be facing? What can we do to prepare and prevent excess morbidity and mortality related to climate change on a personal level? How do communities and countries prepare for and prevent the excess morbidity and mortality related to climate change? What does the forecast look like for health outcomes? How bad is it going to get? There are those who are very apocalyptic about our future and those who have unrivaled optimism. What's your take? If you're waiting for your coffee at Starbucks and someone asks you “how do I prepare for climate change?” What do you tell them in 2 minutes? Join our Mailing List HERE: Mailchimp

Most of us are very privileged when it comes to healthcare. We expect not only to get better from whatever ails us, but that we have easily accessible care equipped with all the necessary medicines, diagnostic tools, and staff. Unfortunately, many parts of the world have much less in the way of healthcare!  Dr. James Sanders is a global health expert having practiced in setting such as Zambia, The Republic of Georgia, and Southeast Asia among other locations. In this episode, Dr. Sanders shares his insights on what preventive care, or just medical care in general, looks like in various parts of the world and the lessons he applied from his travels to his care as a local physician. This episode is fully of many stories so make sure to listen to the whole thing! Dr. Sander's doesn't have social media! Show Notes Can you tell us a little bit about your career and why you were interested in global health at a time it wasn't really popular? What does preventive medicine mean to you? What is the MPH degree, why did you get it on top of the MD, and how did you utilize it during your career? Given the vast differences in resources, what are the biggest differences in care when it comes to the wealthy and the poor? Many people say that those who are poor have worse health because of personal choices, is this the case? What does healthcare look like in a country like Zambia which did not have a family medicine training program until your arrival? Many of our listeners might not even know what that looks like! In the united states we talk about preventive medicine from a very privileged position largely with nutrition, exercise, yearly checkups, etc. What does preventive medicine look like in a country with lesser resources such as The Republic of Georgia? How do impoverished populations differ in other parts of the world than in the united states? What lessons have you learned during your career as a clinician that are guiding your decisions now on the insurance side of things? If someone asked you how to get healthy while you were waiting for your coffee at starbucks, what would you tell them in 2 minutes? Join our Mailing List HERE: Mailchimp

Science has gone under attack and many silly or harmful ideas have taken hold in society under the guise of "science." The thing is, there's a lot more to science than just claiming something to be scientific. In this episode, you'll hear all about what it means to follow the scientific method, what it means to be scientific, and what to do about those who erroneously claim science.  Dr. Grimes earned his PhD in ultraviolet radiation physics followed by a post doctoral fellowship in medical physics and oncology but now largely operates as a science communicator. He is the author of the book "Good Thinking - why flawed logic puts us all at risk and how critical thinking can save the world." He is also often seen as a panelist and contributor on news stations such as BBC world news, CBS, CNN, and also in written mediums such as the New York Times, Guardian, and Washington Post among others.  Dr. Grimes' Social Media: Instagram Twitter Link Show Outline How did you go from being a cancer researcher to broad science communicator? Tell us a little bit about why you are so passionate about what you do? What does preventive medicine mean to you? Can you talk about the history of the scientific method and why “scientific” people would believe in things like the 4 humors of the body or leeches? How did we go from there to where we are now? What does it mean to follow the scientific method? Why do even prolific scientists like Dr. Linus Pauling who you write about in your book, fall into certain dogmas Misinformation seems to condense into a very vocal minority that has outsized effects on public discourse - can you speak to why this seemingly always ends up being the case? What do we do about misinformation? It seems exhausting to be constantly combatting it and relies on the “good” scientists to work 10x as hard. How can science literacy be increased - for those in applied science (doctors etc.), and the lay person? How do you find good information? How do you sift through the garbage? If someone asks you how to get healthy, what do you tell them in 2 minutes? Join our Mailing List HERE: Mailchimp

The last episode released was on May 22nd, 2022 and a lot has happened since then! Since then I have gotten married, finished my intern year of residency, moved to a different state, and started training within my specialty of choice. In all this the podcast fell by the wayside but it is back!  In this episode, you'll be re-introduced to me, the podcast, hear about the major life events in the way of the podcast, my reflections on intern year, what my specialty - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - is all about, and where the podcast is headed! I'm excited to bring the podcast back and if you want to help it grow make sure to rate and review the show!  Show Outline 1. Major life events and updates since the last episode released on May 22nd, 2022 2. My reflections after completing intern year 3. All about Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 4. Future plans for the podcast! Join our Mailing List HERE: Mailchimp

ICU Physicians go through a lot. Facing constant life-or-death scenarios along with other demands, they are often lead to burnout. Burnout can manifest in many different ways but certainly goes against the principles of preventive medicine in living your best life possible. Hear from Dr. Jeremy Topin about his story of burnout, how views of work-life balance and much more in this episode. Dr. Topin completed his residency in Internal Medicine at the University of Chicago before completing a fellowship in Pulmonary and Critical Care medicine at Feinberg School of Medicine. He writes about various topics on his website jtopinmd.com, has been featured in podcasts and traditional news outlets, and is also an avid triathlete, water polo enthusiast Dr. Topin's Links: Twitter Link Show Outline What lead you to critical care medicine, when did you realize you were burnt out, and what do you do now? What does preventive medicine mean to you? How do you stay out of the ICU and from various critical care scenarios and conditions? What does the feeling of burnout entail, and how can it be prevented? How do we reduce burnout in stressful careers within medicine such as critical care, what about other stressful healthcare careers? Work life balance is an ideal that many aim to achieve but never really do; is it possible, and if so, how does one create this for themselves? What does it look like for you? When did you start writing? What was your experience like in Ukraine as a volunteer? What does preventive medicine look like at this level, is it even possible? If someone asks you “How do I get healthy?” while you're waiting for your coffee at Starbucks, what do you tell them in 2 minutes? Join our Mailing List HERE: Mailchimp

Have advances in food science been a net positive or negative for society? What contribution does the food industry have in influencing our day to day nutritional choices and what does thsi have to do with SES? What can we do about the significant dogma around certain diets and How does the field of law translate into becoming a better nutrition researcher and communicator? This week we are once again looking at the contextual factors behind our diets with lawyer turned PhD candidate Alan Flanagan! Alan was previously a practicing barrister (lawyer) before turning to his passion of nutrition and now holds a masters in nutritional medicine while currently pursuing his PhD. He is the founder of Alinea nutrition which aims to promote science-based nutrition for healthcare professionals. he is also a contributor for sigma nutrition with Danny lennon who has been on this show before. lastly, he is also the host of the Cut Through Nutrition Podcast. Alan's Social Media: Instagram Link Rss Show Outline What made you go from being a barrister (lawyer) to getting a masters and now pursuing a PhD in nutrition? Why do you do what you do? What does preventive medicine mean to you? What has the evolution of nutritional science looked like over the years? How has food science evolved, do you think this has been a net positive or negative? How do we as humans develop our dietary patterns? What influences shape our choices throughout our life cycle? Is there any truth to the notion of the food industry making and keeping us fat with various chemicals designed to make foods “as addictive as cocaine?” Why do people buy into fad diets no matter their educational level? How does the cycle of fad dieting get broken? How can the science of nutrition be better translated to a larger populace given people don't tend to trust guidelines? People dont tend to trust experts, so why go get a PhD yourself? What can be done to improve the nutrition of those with lower SES status who might not even be able to follow dietary guidelines based on food availability? If you're waiting for your coffee at Starbucks and someone asks you, “How do I get healthy,” what do you tell them in 2 minutes? Join our Mailing List HERE: Mailchimp

Are we really in control of our diet? What influences what we either put or keep out of our mouths? Why is fast food so prevalent and why do we as humans gravitate towards it so much? There's so much more to nutrition than calories in vs. calories out as explained by Dr. Stephan Guyenet in this episode. Dr. Guyenet completed his PhD in neuroscience followed by a post doctoral fellowship in the neuroscience of obesity and eating. He is the founder of redpenreviews.org, an editor for Frontiers in Nutrition, and a scientific reviewer for examine.com among other endeavors. Dr. Guyenet is passionate not only about nutrition, but in what sets the background for our diets and how they have evolved over time. In this episode we talk about the concept of an "ideal body weight," the drivers behind our urge to eat, our culture around food, and the obesity epidemic.  Dr. Guyenet's Links: Twitter Link Linkedin Show Outline How did you fall into the world of nutrition science and what gets you up every morning? What does preventive medicine mean to you? Is there an ideal weight? What can the average person do to get past their ‘setpoint” to an “ideal weight?” How should one construct their diet in accordance with impulses/preferences/nutrition? What are the factors that influence our weight the most? Is it all “will-power” as many claim it to be? Why is it so hard to understand that it's more than just will power? What drives our desire to eat? Can you talk about the neuroscience behind hunger? Why do we like ultra-processed foods so much? People tend to blame various specific nutrients such as sugar, fat, processed foods, etc. for the obesity epidemic. What do you think is there to blame for the obesity epidemic? How did the food environment come to be the way it is? How can we design a better food environment for ourselves? What can we do on a systems and community level? How do physicians and healthcare providers fit into helping patients/clients create a better food environment? If someone asks you, “How do I get healthy” while you're waiting for your coffee at Starbucks, what do you tell them in 2 minutes? Join our Mailing List HERE: Mailchimp

What is gut health. What even is the microbiome and how does it play a role in our gut let alone our overall health? What are pre and pro-biotics all about? What should someone do who might be experiencing digestive issues? Who do they see? Does maintaining a healthy gut really prevent many diseases from developing? Hear from gut health expert Gabrielle Fundaro, PhD on all of these topics and more on this episode! Dr. Fundaro received her PhD in Human nutrition, foods, and exercise; is an ISSN sports nutrionist, owner of her own lifestyle coaching company Vitamin PhD Nutrition; and the author of "The Science of Gut Health" which dives deep into what gut health is all about. This episode has a lot of gems within it, make sure to give it a listen! Dr. Fundaro's Links: Instagram Twitter Link Show Outline: What do you do on a day to day basis? Why do you do what you do? What does preventive medicine mean to you? Many people claim the gut is the key to good health - thus working on gut health becoming “preventive” for many other conditions such as depression, diabetes, etc. When did the gut become linked with health? Is it a big deal or not? In the name of prevention, many people consume probiotics/prebiotiscs. What is the difference between pro and pre-biotics? When should these be consumed? Do certain foods “ruin” the gut microbiome? What about medications? What should someone do who is having digestive issues? How do they know if their symptoms are related to their gut? Who is qualified to give advice regarding gut health? Physicians vs. online coaches vs. PhDs, etc. What do you think about the future of gut health research? I've always heard, we are at the “beginning” of discovery but what potential lays ahead? If you are asked “how do I get healthy?” while waiting for your coffee at starbucks, what do you tell them in 2 minutes? Join our Mailing List HERE: Mailchimp

While the function of healthcare is to improve our health, how we pay for healthcare matters. With many Americans experiencing medical debt and many others battling insurance companies to have medications covered, payment is at the backbone of healthcare. Dr. Joshua Liao is the Associate Professor of Medicine and and Associate Chair for Health Systems in the Department of Medicine among other positions he holds at The University of Washington. He is also the founder and director of the Value and Systems Science Lab at UW which aims to bring value into payment and care delivery models. Lastly, he advises policy makers through a number of avenues, including service on the US department of Health and Human Services through his role on PTAC (the physician focused payment model advisory technical committee). In this episode, we discover the depths of payment for medical services, how preventive services and care might be promoted within a value based payment model, and how to make healthcare more equitable and accessible for those in need. This episode covers a lot and answers many questions about payment in healthcare. The opinions, views, and statements made in this podcast are solely those of Dr. Liao and do not reflect those of his employer or any group he's affiliated with. Dr. Liao's Links: Twitter Link Show Outline What gets you up every morning, why do you do what you do? What does preventive medicine mean to you? How do people pay for healthcare and how did it get so complicated? Where do preventive services fall in the reimbursement model? What is the Value and Systems Science Lab and why did you start it? How do we reduce the overuse of health systems? How does reducing the overuse of healthcare impact patient care? Even with preventive services available, they are often not accessible to those who need them most. How can the right services be made available to those who need them? What does incentivizing preventive care in a healthcare system look like? You serve on some committees at a higher level such as the PTAC, what is their take on payment for healthcare? Is this acknowledged as a problem? What is your ideal payment approach for improving the efficiency and value of healthcare delivery Join our Mailing List HERE: Mailchimp

With over 50 episodes filled with incredible guests, there has been a lot of very powerful information shared. In this episode, hear some of my takeaways from talking to nearly 50 experts in their fields of study specifically from episodes 26-51! Listen to the main takeaways from podcasts with personal trainers, PhDs, ER physicians, sports medicine physicians, and many other unique perspectives around preventive medicine. Show Notes Episode 26: Adam Meakins, PT - Musculoskeletal medicine Episode 27: Ragav Sharma, DO, CSCS - 1 year anniversary episode Episode 28: Robert Bowers, DO, PhD - Musculoskeletal medicine, sports medicine Episode 29: Jeffrey Linder, MD - Annual well-visits Episode 30: Jim Eubanks, MD - Musculoskeletal medicine, spinal medicine Episode 31: Karl Nadolsky, DO - Obesity, endocrinology Episode 32: Jeb Dunkelburger, MS - Healthcare and Insurance Episode 33: Leah Lutz - Weight Loss and Women's Training Episode 34: Ragav Sharma, DO, CSCS - What is preventive medicine  Episode 35: Mike Albert, MD - Obesity Medicine Episode 36: Jonathan Alessi & Ragav Sharma, DO, CSCS - Weight Loss Journey's Episode 37: Danny Lennon, MS - Nutrition Deep Dive Episode 38: Mark Lewis, MD - Oncology Episode 39: Chris Winter, MD - Sleeping Disorders Episode 40: Jade Wu, PhD - Sleep psychology and Insomnia Episode 41: Zain Husain, MD - Dermatology and Skin Care Episode 42: Eliud Sierra, DC - Exercise selection in Rehabilitation Episode 43: Ragav Sharma, DO, CSCS - Exercise in Prevention Episode 44: Ragav Sharma, DO, CSCS - New Year Outlook Episode 45: Stephen Trevick, MD - Neurocritical care and psychiatric crises Episode 46: Nicole Piemonte, PhD - Death and Dying in Healthcare Episode 47: Sameena Rehman, MD - Women's Health Episode 48: Jordan Syatt - Goal Setting and Common Sense Episode 49: Gerald Ernat, RD, MS - Supplements Episode 50: Leoson Hoay, MS - Big Data and Public Health Episode 51: Natasha Poulopoulos, PhD - Pediatric Psychology Join our Mailing List HERE: Mailchimp

With over 50 episodes filled with incredible guests, there has been a lot of very powerful information shared. In this episode, hear some of my takeaways from talking to nearly 50 experts in their fields of study. Listen to the main takeaways from podcasts with personal trainers, PhDs, ER physicians, sports medicine physicians, and many other unique perspectives around preventive medicine. This is part 1 covering episodes 1-25, stay tuned for part 2! Join our Mailing List HERE: Mailchimp

What better time to start thinking about prevention than in the pediatric population. Yes, the fountain of youth often keeps pediatric patients physically healthy but what about their mental health? Dr. Natasha Poulopoulos is a pediatric psychologist with both a masters and Ph.D in clinical psychology. She has authored several peer reviewed publications, given multiple seminars and presentations, and loves educating on the topic! She is also an avid advocate for the LGBTQ+ community. In this episode we talk about pediatric mental health, the reality behind the youth mental health crisis, what parents need to look out for and can do to improve the mental health of their children, and much much more! Tune into this fascinating episode and let us know what you think! Natasha's Social Media: Twitter Linkedin Show Outline Tell us a little bit about yourself and why you do what you do? What does preventive medicine mean to you? What are the differences between adult and child psychology? Why are we seeing a rise in youth suicide? What factors are contributing to this and what can we do about it? Has virtual schooling had an impact on the mental development of children? What about masks? What are the warning signs that something might be wrong or a child might be suffering due to mental health struggles? What can we do to prevent children from suffering due deteriorating mental health? Are LGBTQ+ youth specifically susceptible to mental health struggle compared to their peers? Why? What do we do about it? If someone stops you at Starbucks and asks you “How do I get healthy?” What do you tell them in 2 minutes? Join our Mailing List HERE: Mailchimp

How does big data help make large public health decisions? How do we set up the collection, the analysis, and interoperate the data to create infrastructure? Leoson Hoay serves as a Research Analyst and Data Steward at the University of Chicago Urban Labs, working with the Health Lab team to support the creation of data-driven solutions to public health problems. Prior to joining the Urban Labs, he had worked in various fields spanning data engineering, mental health counseling, and environmental remediation with organizations in the US, Singapore, and Australia. Leoson received his MA in Computational Social Science from the University of Chicago, and his undergraduate degree in Psychology from the National University of Singapore. He is currently pursuing an MS in Computer Science at the Georgia Institute of Technology.In this episode we discuss many big questions invovling the use of big data to solve large problems. We dive into two projects Leoson has contributed to and generally discuss what big data means in the context of health decisions. Check it out! Leoson's Social Media: Linkedin Show Notes Tell us a little bit about what lead you to this path and what you do on a day to day basis?What does preventive medicine mean to you?How are large amounts of data able to be used to solve problems? What does the process look like? What are the challenges with this process?You have done research into the homeless population cycling between the streets, hospitals, and jails. Can you tell us about this project?Can you tell us a little bit more about your research with insurance backed psychiatric placement and providers?How do you measure the impact of these projects?What impact does the collection of data make on these projects and what changes were or could be made? How does data lead to infrastructure?Do you think that community social services can help prevent problems from occurring or are they most active at solving acute problems?Healthcare adds on a level of complexity for data collection with HIPPA and insurance companies. Are hospitals and insurance companies willing partners?What are some of the protective measures to safeguard privacy when working with healthcare data?If someone asks you how data contributes to health, what do you tell them? Join our Mailing List HERE: Mailchimp

What does preventive medicine mean to you? This is a question we ask each and every one of our guests. Why? Because prevention can mean many different things to many different people depending on what they value in their life. A cardiologist, public health expert, and personal trainer may all answer this question differently with all of the responses being relevant for their own circumstance.

Are supplements a necessary part of a healthy lifestyle? What supplements should you be taking with health in mind? Are there any to avoid? We answer all of these questions and more on this podcast with Team BioLayne dietitian Gerald Ernat! Gerald holds a master's degree in nutrition and physical performance, is a certified specialist in sports dietetics (CSSD) as well as a registered dietitian making him more than qualified to talk about the use of supplements as part of a healthy diet.  In this episode we talk about what appropriate scenarios for the use of supplements, what supplements are worth taking, how to pick a specific product out of the sea of companies and products, and when to seek help with your nutritional needs. There is a lot of good information in this podcast so make sure to check it out! This is actually the first podcast Gerald has been on so go over to his social media pages and let him know he did a fantastic job! Gerald's Social Media: Instagram Twitter Link Show Outline Tell us a little bit about your background and why you do what you do What does preventive medicine mean to you What is a supplement and in what scenarios would you recommend people to take supplements? What are supplements you'd recommend to most people? Should EVERYONE be taking a particular supplement? Are there any supplements you would recommend NO one take? What are some useless supplements out there? With so many products out there people have difficulty deciding which one is right for them. What should people look for when finding supplements? Supplements aren't all that make up an athletes diet and as stated they are “supplements.” How do you coach an athlete through construction of their diet? How do you build a successful diet for performance? When should someone seek out help for their nutrition? When does a sports nutritionist come into play? Ask about dietitian vs nutritionist If you're at a Starbucks and someone asks you, “How do I get healthy in 2 minutes?” what do you tell them? Join our Mailing List HERE: Mailchimp

If you haven't heard of Jordan Syatt, you probably aren't a heavy social media user. Jordan has over 1 million followers across all of his platforms and for good reason! He has had consistently great advice on nutrition, exercise, and on building a sustainable lifestyle. His formal education includes a bachelors of science in health and behavior science with a focus on strength and conditioning but his experience includes helping thousands if not more. Jordan is also well known for being Gary Vaynerchuck's personal trainer for many years.  On this episode, we discuss a multitude of topics but focus on lessons learned from Jordan's experience with the thousands of people he's helped. We talk about appropriate goal setting, debunking anti-common sense fitness advice, and how to keep fitness simple. Jordan's Social Media: Instagram Twitter Link Show Outline Can you tell u a little bit about yourself and your journey, why do you do what you do? What does preventive medicine mean to you? The burning question everyone wants to know the answer to and number one goal a coach hears - can you lose weight and build muscle at the same time? Many individuals set general goals for their fitness such as “get healthy.” What does good goal setting practice look like when it comes to health? One of the biggest issues I see with persons getting into fitness is overcomplicating things right out of the gate. “What vegetables do I eat,” “do timing my meals matter?” How do you help people keep things simple and effective? Does this improve compliance? Under the rug of fitness there are many maladaptive behaviors such as eating disorders, poor body image, etc. How can people break out of those? How do you break the cycle of binge eating or yo-yo dieting? There are numerous strategies for weight loss. How do you determine what works for someone? I think you have an excellent balance between maintaining general advice and nuance in your content. How do you find that balance? In your eyes, what is the role of physicians when it comes to health and fitness? If someone approaches you at Starbucks and asks you, “how do I get healthy in 2 minutes?” What do you tell them? Join our Mailing List HERE: Mailchimp

An often overlooked component of preventive medicine is that of women's health. If you google common questions females might have about their bodies you'll get a multitude of answers, some evidence-based, and some not so much. On this episode, we had Dr. Sameena Rahman, also known as Gynogirl on social media, to talk about how preventive medicine relates to the various topics around women's health.  We talk prevention around menarche, the reproductive years, menopause, and beyond. We discuss how prevention can take the form of anything from simple education regarding normal processes, to screening for cervical cancer, and how other lifestyle factors influence reproductive health. This episode is the first we've had on women's health and likely not the last. Let us know what you think! Dr. Rehman's Social Media: Instagram Twitter Link Show Outline Tell us a little bit about what you do, and why you decided to become an obstetrician/gynecologist? What made you go into private practice focusing on gyn? What does preventive medicine as a whole mean to you? Outside of pap-smears, what are other ways preventive medicine relates to female sexual health? When it comes to female sexual health, what are things that females need to watch out for and how can they be active participants in their own sexual health? How does nutrition/exercise/stress relief/etc impact female sexual health? Are they independent or linked? (I.e. CVD and lifestyle factors) Menopause presents a list of changes and challenges for women, outside of the “normal symptoms” what do women need to keep an eye out for? Many symptoms of menopause are disregarded by physicians and patients are given non-useful suggestions such as yoga resulting in reliance on pseudoscientific supplements. What actually works for menopause symptoms? Do you think that our system of medicine currently does a good job of addressing the reproductive health of females and preventing downstream issues? What can we improve? If someone asks you how to get healthy in 2 minutes, what would you tell them? Join our Mailing List HERE: Mailchimp

What does death and dying have to do with prevention? We're supposed to prevent that from ever happening right? Well, unfortunately none of us can avoid death at some point; yet, our healthcare system hardly addresses the needs and medical care of those nearing the end of their life. Luckily, there are people who focus a large part of their career to just that. Dr. Nicole Piemonte is an assistant professor and assistant dean at the Creighton University School of Medicine having earned her PhD in Medical Humanities. On top of that, Dr. Piemonte is the author of two excellent books - "Afflicted: How Vulnerability can Heal Medical Education and Practice" as well as "Death and Dying." In this episode, we discuss all things death and the role of preventive medicine around the end of life. We talk about how many people now die in circumstances against their wishes, how the hospital became a place of death, how the medical system isn't designed to care for dying patients, and what we can do about it. This podcast covers many important topics that might not seem relevant at the time but that quickly become all encompassing in unfortunate circumstances. Give this episode a listen and let me know what you think! Nicole's Social Media: Instagram Twitter Link Show Outline: Tell us a little bit about yourself, what do you do on a daily basis and what gets you out of bed in the morning? What does preventive medicine mean to you? What do the words “goals of care mean” and do they mean different things for physicians vs. patients? What is an advanced directive? Physicians are not taught very much about end of life care, why does it matter and how can focusing on it actually improve quality of life? Can this also reflect prevention? As healthcare providers, how do we help families understand what is going on with their loved one when they are acutely dying or are near death? What does it mean to have “excellent care” for a dying patient? what is hospice You write a lot about introducing the humanities within medicine, which is sorely needed, but how can this practically be implemented when there are already so many demands on healthcare providers Do you think that introducing vulnerability and reflection for medical/healthcare trainees can reduce the risk for inadequate care due to indifference? If you're recognized in a coffee shop and someone asks you how to be healthy, what do you tell them in 2 minutes? Join our Mailing List HERE: Mailchimp

Prevention can be practiced in almost any scenario - all the way from primary prevention to quaternary prevention in end-of-life situations. Furthermore, there are various social aspects that also play a role in prevention such as improving outcomes due to improved communication with patients and families or not isolating psychiatric patients and preventing a future crises. In this episode I speak with Dr. Stephen Trevick a triple-board certified physician in neurology, psychiatry, and neurocritical care about how a preventive approach can have a large impact even in an ICU setting. We talk about keeping people out of the neuro-ICU, talking to patients and families regarding critical situations, end-of-life discussions, and even dive into the prevention of psychiatric crises. This episode has a lot of concepts that might not sound related to preventive medicine at first but still play a critical role in improving the quality of life of patients and families. Hopefully you enjoy this episode! Dr. Trevick has no social media! Show Outline: You have a broad range of interests and are triple board certified, how do you use your knowledge on a day to day basis? Given the many hats that you wear, what does preventive medicine mean to you? Boring questions first: How do you keep yourself out of the neurocritical care unit. what risk reducing practices reduce the risk for neurological catastrophes? (Can decide whether or not you want to talk about this one since it's mostly pretty straightforward) We've talked about more common outpatient type mental illness topics on the podcast before but never about acute psychiatric needs. What is the difference between “poor mental health” and “psychiatric crisis?” How do psychiatric crises develop and how do we reduce the risk for them? Is it all about medication? Communication and support? Some psychiatric illnesses leave patient's isolated by the medical system, how can we as physicians communicate with these patients when they have seemingly become “closed off?” In medicine we often do a poor job of communicating medical events and prognosis to both patients and family, can improving this communication improve a patient's quality of life? Whether from a psychiatric or neurological diagnosis, patient's families may experience significant grief. What is the physician's role in that grief response? If someone recognizes you in the hospital starbucks line and asks you “how do I get healthy?” What do you tell them in 2 minutes? Join our Mailing List HERE: Mailchimp

It's a brand new year! The podcast has been silent for a little over a month but it's time to change that with the first episode of 2022. In this episode I start off by talking about podcast updates including the proposed podcast schedule for this year, improvement in it's quality, and other goals for this year. The meat of the episode however lies in using the new year as a marker for change and the concept of new-year's resolutions. I discuss getting started on your fitness goals, how to make your likelihood of success greater, and the various challenges that people might face in making lifestyle changes. I also discuss my current view of the healthcare system coming off an ICU month in my residency. I talk about changes I see coming in healthcare and my experiences in the past month.  And lastly, I discuss some personal updates including completing my Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification and starting to officially coach other individuals. Ragav's Social Media: Instagram Twitter Link Show Outline Podcast Updates Frequency of uploads Content Quality Social Media Posts Goals for this year New year new me? The best time to start was yesterday, the next best time is now Get help from others around you as needed Get support to keep you motivated and to keep yourself accountable Gym newbies for gym veterans Accept the new people and don't shame them for not knowing how to use a machine etc. Teach them how to use a machine or exercise if they are struggling. Challenges that will be faced this year Outlook on the healthcare system Burnout Staffing shortages Less and less likely to have active dialogue with patients due to exhaustion Personal Updates I completed my CSCS! Finished ICU block, starting to move towards PMR Join our Mailing List HERE: Mailchimp

Exercise is an obvious component of living a healthy lifestyle. Yet, despite how important and well-known the importance of exercise is, it is still very often misunderstood and its effects marginalized. In this episode, Ragav dives into exercise from multiple perspectives including a definition, the guidelines in the face of the sedentary lifestyle epidemic, types of exercise, and how exercise can be made more accessible. This episode also discusses the relatively novel concept of exercise as an independent beneficial activity rather than it being attached to weight-loss as it traditionally is. Let us know what you think of this shorter format episode! Ragav's Social Media: Instagram Twitter Show Links: Classification of Exercise Intensity: https://www.acsm.org/docs/default-source/files-for-resource-library/exercise-intensity-infographic.pdf?sfvrsn=f467c793_2 Examples of Various Exercise Intensities: https://www.cdc.gov/nccdphp/dnpa/physical/pdf/pa_intensity_table_2_1.pdf Show Outline: What is exercise and what are the different forms Exercise guidelines and the current sedentary lifestyle epidemic Exercise as a tool for health beyond weight loss The two main forms of exercises and examples On making exercise accessible and reducing friction to regular exercise Join our Mailing List HERE: Mailchimp

Yes, another chiropractor that doesn't crack! Dr. Sierra focuses on helping individuals rehab their injuries and chronic pain so that they can get back to doing what they want to do. By breaking down complex topics into memes and teachable content, Dr. Sierra has built a strong reputation as an evidence-based clinician and educator.  In this episode, we break down Dr. Sierra's approach to injury and how he helps individuals navigate rehabilitation. We talk self-management, the role of exercise, how to approach an acute injury, and more! Make sure to follow him on Instagram for the memes! Eliud's Social Media: Instagram Twitter Link Show Notes Why did you decide to become a chiropractor and what does your practice consist of now? What does preventive medicine mean to you What is the concept of self-management and why is it so important in the context of both injury and general wellness? How do you select the appropriate exercises for persons and how can people select them for themselves? Take us through how you would rehab someone through an injury after they have passed the acute phase? How do you appropriately modify activities? Are there certain exercises that might be better than others for building resiliency to injury? What are some of the common barriers to exercise and how do we remove them? If someone recognizes you in a coffee shop and asks you how to get healthy, what do you tell them in 2 minutes? Join our Mailing List HERE: Mailchimp

Whenever it comes to prevention we always think about organs like the heart, the lungs, and maybe bone. We think of diseases like obesity, diabetes, and heart disease. But we don't typically think of the skin and prevention in the same sentence. Well, Dr. Zain Husain is a board certified dermatologist specializing in both Moh's surgery and cosmetic dermatology who own's his own practice and loves talking about keeping our skin healthy. His love for educating shows through his social media presence and assistance in training future dermatologists. In this episode, we discuss prevention as it relates to the skin diving into topics like skin cancer, what various rashes to worry about, the effect of lifestyle on skin, and skin care! Yes, we talk about skin care and try to clarify the evidence-based products and concepts from those popularized by marketing and "skinfluencers." This is a unique episode and we hope you enjoy it! Dr. Husain's Social Media: Instagram Link Show Outline Can you tell us a little bit about yourself, NJ derm center, and what brought you to the field of dermatology? What does preventive medicine mean to you? Skin cancer is probably the largest apparent preventable disease for dermatologists, what can people do to decrease their risk for skin cancers? Rashes are very common and multifactorial - how does someone know whether or not they should get it checked out or whether it will self-resolve? How do diet and exercise affect the skin? Beyond skin cancer, people care about preventing skin aging usually through skin care. People either seem to really care or don't bother at all. Is skin care necessary? There are so many skin care products out there with questionable evidence, how do you know which skin care products work? There aren't many RCTs out there for skin care products! Do you think the cosmetic aspect of dermatology can have a significant effect in helping people live a more fulfilling and happier life? If someone recognizes you at a Starbucks while you're waiting for your coffee, what do you tell them in 2 minutes if they ask you "How do I keep my skin healthy?" Join our Mailing List HERE: Mailchimp

There's more to sleep than sleeping disorders! Dr. Jade Wu is a clinical psychologist specializing in sleeping psychology, and unlike Dr. Winter, takes a non-pharmacologic or interventional approach to sleep. Given her Phd in clinical psychology, Dr. Wu uses behavioral therapies to help individuals improve their sleep. Aside from her clinical work, Dr. Wu is also a very well-regarded presenter, speaker, and consultant for companies as well as making appearances on many well-known TV shows, podcasts, and other media outlets. She is also an active researcher in the field of sleeping disorders in chronic illnesses while being a reviewer for sleep related journals. In this episode, we talk about the basics of sleep, why people develop poor habits around sleep, how sleep affects and may be affected by chronic illnesses, and the power of behavioral therapies in helping others sleep. Near the end of the podcast we break down how to construct a sleeping routine and what might be done to mitigate the influence of various lifestyles on sleep. Check it out! Dr. Wu's Social Media: Instagram Twitter Link Show Outline What drove you to getting a PhD in clinical psychology and how did you get interested in sleep science? What is sleep psychology? What does preventive medicine mean to you? Briefly what are the stages of sleep? How does poor sleep quality or quantity affect the risk of chronic disease? Does it provide a minimal risk that can be mitigated through other means or a large risk that cannot be mitigated? How does sleep change in those already battling chronic disease including mental illness? You discuss that you provide non-medication solutions to help people improve their sleep, what does this include? What does good sleep hygiene look like? How do you create a sustainable sleep schedule? What can someone do to mitigate their risk of insufficient sleep that might not be able to get enough sleep due to other stressors in their life - financial stressors, familial stressors, safety stressors, etc? Not getting enough seems to have become a cultural symbol of working hard despite it's ill effects and is often celebrated. How do we reverse this trend? If someone asks you how to get healthy while you're waiting for a coffee at Starbucks, what do you tell them in 2 minutes? Join our Mailing List HERE: Mailchimp

Sleep is something we all do for about a third of our lives but rarely think to work on. We just sleep, that's all there is to it, right? Dr. Chris Winters is board certified in both neurology and sleep medicine with a mission of helping everyone with their sleep. He has authored two books on the topic, is a well renowned speaker, consultant for major companies, and has worked with numerous professional sports organizations in improving the sleep of their players. Beyond that he owns his own practice where he helps people from all walks of life overcome their sleep difficulties.  In this episode, we discuss the connection between sleep and preventive medicine before diving into the various issues people may have with their sleep. We talk about sleeping disorders, the risks of insufficient sleep, the relationships between various diseases and sleep, as well as medical approaches to improving people's sleep. This episode is packed with information so you're not going to want to fall asleep during this one! Dr. Winters' Social Media: Instagram Twitter Link Show Outline: How did you get interested in sleep medicine and what do you do on a day to day basis as a sleep specialist and neurologist? What does preventive medicine mean to you? What are the most common sleeping disorders and how do they develop? Ex. diabetes comes from insulin resistance and hormonal dysregulation How does someone know whether or not they might have a sleeping disorder vs. another medical problem such as thyroid disease? One of the common sentiments people have is to work hard (sleep less) when younger and can rest later. Can you make up a sleep debt or is the damage done? Can you combat sleep debt in other ways if you have a demanding job or are in certain societal contexts? What is the relationship between sleep and neural diseases such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, dementia, etc. What are the dangers of children not getting enough sleep and what can parents do with a school system that isn't always designed with their schedules in mind? What pharmaceutical or interventional approaches are there to improving sleep? How does sleep affect body composition and performance? If someone asks you how to get healthier while you're at a Starbucks waiting for your coffee, what do you tell them in 2 minutes? Join our Mailing List HERE: Mailchimp

Not only is he an oncologist, but a survivor of cancer himself. Dr. Lewis completed his training in hematology and oncology at the Mayo Clinic before becoming a cancer specialist focusing on gastrointestinal tumors. However, not only did Dr. Lewis learn about cancer from the physician standpoint, but from the patient standpoint himself as he was diagnosed and treated for a rare cancer himself while in training. Given his unique perspectives, Dr. Lewis is able to provide incredibly valuable insight into what we can and can't do about our cancer risk. In this episode, we discuss the basics of cancer, what we can do to reduce our risk of cancer, what is under our control, and what we should leave up to the powers that be. We also talk about what is and isn't evidence based when it comes to "alternative" treatments, various products, supplements, diets, and exercise as they relate to cancer prevention and treatment. Let us know what you think of this episode! Dr. Lewis' Social Media: Twitter Link Show Outline How did you get into the field of oncology and what do you do on a daily basis?What does preventive medicine mean to you?What is cancer, what are the risk factors for that we can control? What can't we control?Why don't we screen more robustly for cancer, why do we screen for some things (colon cancer, breast cancer) but not for others (lung cancer, uterine cancer, etc)?You not only treat cancers but have also been a patient. What is MEN1 and when should people know whether or not they need to be tested for these rarer cancers?How big of an impact does diet have on cancer risk? Exercise?With cancer comes a lot of psuedoscientific supplements and protocols, are there any that actually provide some benefit?Many people claim that many materials we use such as plastics are carcinogenic and we just don't know about it yet. Is there any truth to these or is it just fear mongering?If you're waiting for your coffee at Starbucks and someone asks you how to avoid cancer, what do you tell them in 2 minutes? Join our Mailing List HERE: Mailchimp

I don't listen to many podcasts anymore but one that remains in the rotation consistently is Sigma Nutrition Radio founded and hosted by Danny Lennon. Danny holds a master's degree (MSc.) in Nutritional Sciences from University College Cork and has quickly become a heavyweight in the world of nutrition. In addition to his role at Sigma Nutrition, Danny is a member of the advisory board of the Sports Nutrition Association, on the scientific board of Legion Athletics, and an international lecturer. He's the real deal. In a world of nutritional partisanship, Danny aims to explore the nuances of nutrition through an unbiased perspective reporting the research as is. He has interviewed world experts in nutrition, consistently reads the literature himself, and keeps the bigger picture in mind making him one of the most respected authorities in the world of Nutrition. In our conversation, we discuss what really matters in nutrition, how to simplify nutrition for the average person, and address common pieces of misinformation and pseudoscience. This is a do-not-miss episode, I hope you enjoy it! Danny's Social Media: Instagram Twitter Link Episode Outline Tell us a little bit about yourself and why you do what you do? What does preventive medicine mean to you! Where did the idea for sigma nutrition come from and what accomplishment through Sigma are you most proud of? Out of the context of weight loss, are all calories the same? Is a calorie a calorie regardless of the source? What is the importance of diet vs. exercise when it comes to health and longevity? Do they have unique benefits or do they always go hand-in-hand? There are so many specific nutrient-based questions that people encounter in their daily lives (i.e. how much salt should I be eating, should I be supplementing with vitamin d, etc) - how do they know what matters and what doesn't? Is there any credibility to food intolerance tests? Why do some people seem to find benefit in avoiding certain foods? What is the basis for creating a sustainable diet and how would you coach someone through in approaching their diet? If you're at a coffee shop and someone asks you how to get healthy, what do you tell them in 2 minutes while you're waiting? Join our Mailing List HERE: Mailchimp

Obesity is a topic we have discussed several times on the podcast including a recent deep dive into the subject. However, we have nearly always approached it with the birds-eye view merely talking about it or others with it. In this episode, Jon and I dive into our own stories and experiences with obesity having both lost nearly 90 pounds at one point. Jon and I discuss our motivations for weight loss, our journey, how we navigated various obstacles along the way, our current weight status, and our current and future views on obesity. We hope this episode is relatable to those dealing with obesity serving as both an informative and inspirational roll to those currently in a similar situation.  Jon's Social Media: Instagram Twitter Ragav's Social Media: Instagram Twitter Link Show Outline Weight loss in the context of preventive medicine. How much does it help? Does everyone need to lose weight? Why is weight loss so hard? How much weight did we lose and over how much time? What methods did we use and what successes and failures did we find? What physical barriers did we face in weight loss? What mental barriers in weight loss? Was the weight loss sustained? What do we currently weigh? What advice do we have for people out there who are currently trying to lose weight? Join our Mailing List HERE: Mailchimp

Obesity is at the root of many preventable causes of both morbidity and mortality. Despite addressing obesity in several episodes, we decided it was time to dedicate an entire episode to it featuring Dr. Mike Albert who is board certified in both internal medicine and obesity medicine. He is also the host of the Impossible Healthcare Podcast as well as Co-founder and CMO of the newly founded Accomplish Health! In this episode, we talk about Dr. Albert's path to obesity medicine before taking the deep dive into the why, what, and how's of obesity. We also discuss potential solutions to the obesity epidemic including what innovators and entrepreneurs can contribute! Dr. Albert's Social Media: Twitter Link Show Outline: Question 1: Tell us a little bit about yourself and why you decided to pursue medicine, specifically your field? Question 2: What does preventive medicine mean to you? Question 3: What is your definition of obesity? Question 4: Why does the incidence of obesity continue to rise and why has this never been a problem before for humans? Question 5: How do we identify those at risk for obesity and help them avoid it? Is this even something that can feasibly be done? Question 6: What is the ultimate goal of treating obesity and what have you seen to be the most effective strategies? Question 7: Can you talk about the role of exercise versus diet in the context of the various energy expenditure models?  Question 8: What is semaglutide and have you seen success with it? Question 9: Why is it so hard to maintain weight loss? what can we do as physicians to help people keep weight off? Question 10: At this point, do we have more questions or answers? What does it take to move forward with putting a dent in the obesity epidemic? Question 11: I know that you're into entrepreneurship and innovation within the healthcare space, what can entrepreneurs do to help in the obesity epidemic. What are you seeing in this space? Question 12: If someone asks you how to get healthy while you're waiting for your coffee at starbucks, what do you tell them in 2 minutes Join our Mailing List HERE: Mailchimp

In every episode we ask our guests, "what does preventive medicine mean to you" and get a variety of answers. In fact, we recently had a post on Instagram that included all of the answers in one graphic. Beyond that question, we don't explore the question further and get straight into the topic at hand. In this episode, Ragav goes in depth into the question of what preventive medicine means from various different perspectives to create a comprehensive picture. He discusses his interest in preventive medicine, the different "branches" of preventive care, and what we can do to bring it all together to improve people's lives. Let us know what you think of this episode! The contents of this episode do not reflect that of Ragav's employer and all statements and opinions are his alone. This podcast is not intended for medical advice in any way. Ragav's Social Media: Instagram Twitter Link Show Notes USPSTF Screening Recommendations: https://www.uspreventiveservicestaskforce.org/uspstf/topic_search_results?topic_status=P Episodes mentioned during this podcast: - Dr. Austin Baraki: https://thepreventivemedicinepodcast.com/preventive-medicine-fact-vs-fiction-dr-austin-baraki-md/ - Dr. Mitesh Patel: https://thepreventivemedicinepodcast.com/mental-health-the-mind-body-connection-dr-mitesh-patel-md/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=mental-health-the-mind-body-connection-dr-mitesh-patel-md - Leah Lutz: https://thepreventivemedicinepodcast.com/from-teaching-to-coaching-the-incredible-journey-leah-lutz/ Show Outline: What got Ragav into preventive medicine and his experiences with medicine What preventive medicine means to Ragav The three perspectives on preventive medicine - institutional medicine vs. health and fitness vs. general population Creating the perfect blend of preventive medicine Join our Mailing List HERE: Mailchimp

When it comes to sports science and musculoskeletal care, there are not many people with as much experience as Adam Meakins. Inspired by his curiosity and passion, Adam has continued gaining experience throughout his entire career first as a trainer before becoming a physiotherapist practicing in the UK. Since then, he has become a world-wide authority on musculoskeletal care giving international seminars, being a published author in peer-reviewed journals, and even an author for a textbook. He is also the host of his own podcast - the NAF podcast which I personally listen to! In this episode, we discuss Adam's straightforward and experienced approach to risk reduction in the field of MSK care. We discuss his thoughts on promoting prevention in the field, manual therapy, proper exercise prescriptions, and his own recent back injury. This is a fun episode, hope you enjoy! Adam's Social Media: Instagram Twitter Podcast Topics Discussed: How did you chose on the path of becoming a physiotherapist and where does your passion for MSK care come from? What does preventive medicine mean to you? Physical therapy is often used after an injury, how can it be used for prevention? You are a well known critic of manual therapy despite being trained in it and previously using it, when did you flip the switch? Is manual therapy (including scraping, cupping, adjustments, etc) ever beneficial for preventing or treating sport related injuries? How do you write a proper prescription for exercise for patients and who should be writing it? Is it more important to start exercising or perfect your form first? Where do you draw the balance between the two? What is "natural history" and how do you tell whether something will heal on its own or not? Work in back injury with this If someone asks you how to get healthy at a coffee shop, what do you tell them in 2 minutes? Join our Mailing List HERE: (and get a free template) Mailchimp

Hormones are some of the most confusing aspects of human physiology. Due to their complexity a lot of psuedoscience and misinformation surrounds them giving rise to pervasive false ideas about what hormones are and what they do. Well, luckily medicine has an entire field dedicated to hormones in endocrinology! However, Dr. Karl Nadolsky is not only an endocrinologist but also holds board certification in internal medicine and obesity medicine on top of being a board certified endocrinologist. Furthermore, he is a doctor that definitely lifts and a huge proponent of resistance training and fitness in general as a part of a health lifestyle. In this episode, we discuss Dr. Nadolsky's background in athletics, the field of endocrinology as a whole, obesity, diabetes, and "hormonal dysfunction." There was a lot to go over in this episode including the foundations of obesity and diabetes as well as dispelling many of the common myths out there regarding hormones. We hope you enjoy this episode! Dr. Nadolsky's Social Media: Instagram Twitter Link Show Links: Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals:  https://www.endocrine.org/advancing-research/scientific-statements/edc https://www.endocrine.org/advancing-research/scientific-statements/edc2 Show Outline: Question 1: How did you get into medicine and when did you start Docswholift.com? Question 2: What is endocrinology and what do you do on a day-to-day basis? Question 3: What does preventive medicine mean to you? Question 4: Despite so many Americans being obese, we still don't seem to have a good grasp of obesity. What is obesity? Question 5: How do we prevent obesity and what can we do to combat it from the individual and institutional perspective? Question 6: What is type 2 diabetes, how does it develop, and what are ways that we can prevent it? Question 7: Is type 2 diabetes a reversible disease? How do we go about doing it? Question 8: The thyroid is often blamed for weight related issues, when can the thyroid actually be blamed and how do you know if you need to get it checked out? Question 9: Many people claim that various diets and other interventions improve their hormonal profile. Is there any validity to the effects of diets or other materials on hormones? Question 10: If you're in a coffee shop and someone asks you, "How do I get healthy," what do you tell them in 2 minutes? Join our Mailing List HERE: Mailchimp

There's no guest this episode. Just gratitude! We're turned 1 year old on August 1st, 2021 and could not be more thankful for your support in this endeavor. In this episode, Ragav talks about the podcast from its beginnings until now, significant events and milestones along the way, and it's future path. Ragav also talks about some of the behind the scenes in recording episodes as well as giving an overview of each of the episodes for those that might not have had a chance to go through all of our 30 episodes thus far. We are incredible fortunate to have received the support we have and will continue making high-quality content on preventive medicine! Thank you for listening! Our Social Media: Instagram Twitter Link Join our Mailing List HERE: Mailchimp

Episode Introduction Dr. Eubanks' thoughts and statements on this episode do not reflect those of his employer, The University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Department of Physical Medicine and Rehab. They are solely his opinions. Dr. Eubanks is the first medical resident we have had on the show and for good reason. He has a tremendous amount of experience within the world of musculoskeletal and spine care given his masters degree in exercise science and rehabilitation as well as his doctor of chiropractic. Jim worked closely with a physiatrist during his time as a chiropractor and decided to take the step to become one himself.  Since then, he has become a rising star in the world of back pain and spinal care and was recently given a chair on the clinical practice guideline committee for the North American Spine Society. Beyond his expertise in spinal care and back pain, Dr. Eubanks also loves giving back to the PM&R community by providing mentorship and guidance to medical students and residents through PMR Scholars. This episode goes over EVERYTHING you need to know on back pain in a 1 hour distilled episode. We talk about why the care for back pain is so broken in the United States, what the current thoughts on back pain are, and what we can do moving forward. This episode is a masterclass in back pain so make sure to listen till the end! Jim's Social Media Twitter Show Notes Episode Outline: Question 1: Tell us a little bit about yourself and what you hope to accomplish in the future? Question 2: Given your unique experiences and background, what does preventive medicine mean to you? Question 3: How did you get into spinal care and back pain? Question 4: Why did you decide to go from being a chiropractor to attending medical school and becoming a physiatrist? Question 5: What is the current situation with how we deal with back pain and how did it get to be this way? Question 6: Given that lower back pain is extremely prevalent and often self-resolving, when should the average person know to get it checked out? What should the know? Question 7: How does posture relate with back pain? Are the related? Question 8: How do we move towards better care for spinal and back pain? Question 9: When it comes to patients that actually require surgery for their pain, is there any sort of prehabilitation that can be done to improve outcomes? Question 10: What is the role of a physiatrist when it comes to spinal care? What can a physiatrist offer that's different from a surgeon? Question 11: How do we improve medical education at the medical school and resident levels to improve spinal care? What about from a policy standpoint? Question 12: If you're in a coffee shop and someone asks you how to get healthy, what do you tell them in 2 minutes? Other: Statement by Dr. McGill on his views on spinal flexion can be found here  Join our Mailing List HERE: Mailchimp

Sports medicine is often a misnomer for what physicians in this field of medicine do. They don't always take care of athletes and don't always work for a sports team but they are the people to go to when it comes to musculoskeletal care. Dr. Bowers is board certified in both Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine as well as a PhD in exercise physiology. In our episode, we discuss his unique path to medicine and his experience dealing with evidence-based musculoskeletal care. Furthermore, we also discuss the gaps in both medical care and in medical education that could help promote prevention for more patients. Dr. Bower's Social Media Instagram Twitter Show Notes Link to study mentioned in episode: https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0096745 Topics Addressed in the Episode: 1. Tell us about yourself and your path to medicine, why did you go the PhD, DO route?2. What does preventive medicine mean to you as a sports medicine physician?3. What is sports medicine as a general field and what is the patient population? Can you practice preventive medicine from this position? 4. There are typically 3 realms within musculoskeletal health - physicians, therapists, and trainers. What is the relationship between the three now and how can it be improved to facilitate prevention?5. When people get injured they are often scared to return to play, how do you prevent this fear and facilitate a safe return to play?6. Orthobiologics are a fast growing treatment modality that can be used both therapeutically and preventatively, what are they and are they beneficial?7. As a physician, what do you think can be done to get more people exercising and what do you do to facilitate this?8. What can be done to improve education of preventive practices such as exercise and nutrition in the medical education system? 9. If someone asks you how to get healthy while you are waiting for your coffee at a coffee shop, what do you tell them in 2 minutes?  Join our Mailing List HERE (and get a free training template!) Mailchimp

Leah Lutz There are some people who just have a lot of experience and wisdom to share from those experiences. Leah Lutz is one of those people. From her incredible journey of losing over 100 pounds to transitioning here career from a teacher to a powerlifting coach, to her experience with cooking, Leah is a treasure trove of information. In this episode, we discuss Leah's journey through weight loss, the struggles and barriers she faced a long the way. We also discuss Leah's invovlement with Barbell Medicine along the way and how she decided to transition her career from being a teacher to a powerlifting coach. From there we discuss the challenges facing women in the weight room along with the barriers encountered by her clients (male and female) with training and how she coaches through them. To finish the episode, we dive into a topic never before discussed on the podcast - cooking! Make sure to stay till the end of the episode for high-yield tips on how to make cooking more accessible and better serve your health goals. Leah's Links: Instagram Link Show Notes (1:00 - 7:15) - Introductions Question 1 : Tell us a little bit about yourself and what you do? Question 2: How was the transition from teaching in school to coaching for you? (7:15 - 21:20) - Experiences with Preventive Medicine Question 2: What does preventive medicine mean to you? Question 3: Can you tell us about your weight loss journey and how it coincided with powerlifting? (21:20 - 45:00) - Barriers for Women and in Resistance Training Question 4: Along your journey with weight loss, what barriers did you see or face with regards to resistance training as a woman? Question 5: How do you find the positive rewards or reinforcements that help you keep going towards a goal? Question 6: Does someone's experience level with training impact your coaching of them through various barriers in training? (45:00 - 57:00) - Cooking for Health Question 6: Is cooking your own food better for you in terms of your health? Is it inherently healthier? Question 7: How do you make cooking at home more convenient for those that want to cook at home but are on a time crunch? Question 8: What are some of your basic food principles? (57:00 - 59:00) - Wrapping it up Question 8: If you're at a coffee shop waiting for your coffee and someone asks you "how do I get healthy," what do you tell them in 2 minutes? Join our Mailing List HERE: Mailchimp

Jeffrey Linder, MD, MPH We are told by everyone to value our health and get ourselves checked out once a year. The annual "well-visit" typically includes getting your blood pressure and other vitals taken, blood drawn about a week before or so, and recommendations to have screenings such as colonoscopies done. These have become a staple and are what most primary care doctors are known for. However, are they really necessary? Dr. Jeffrey Linder is a professor and physician at Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine who has data saying they might not be. In this episode, we dive into the annual "well-visit" with Dr. Linder and discuss whether or not individuals should be going to them. Originally discussed on a JAMA clinical review podcast, we discuss the useful parts, the not so useful parts, and the real utility of the annual check up. Furthermore, we discuss the role of primary care within healthcare as a whole and how the pandemic affected medicine. For details on the research conducted by Dr. Linder, check out the following links below! Episode Links: Link Podcast Linkedin Show Notes (1:00 - 4:30) - Introductions Question 1: Tell us a little bit about yourself, your journey through medicine, and why you do what you do? (4:30 - 15:30) - Prevention and Primary Care Question 2: What does preventive medicine mean to you? Question 3: What are the key items that help prevent bad outcomes down the road? Question 4: Are well-checkups necessary, how did they come to be, and are we going to do away with them in the future? Question 5: What groups of people should be coming in to see their primary care physician? (15:30 - 25:00) - Advances in Primary Care Question 6: Do you think the use for tele-health and health monitoring via apps can be useful for providing healthcare? Question 7: Do you think tele-health and new technology could assist with the primary care physician shortage and reduce overdiagnosis/overtreatment? Question 8: What is a standardized physical exam and what are your thoughts on it? What are the potential harms of the less useful parts of the physical exam? Should students be conducting parts of the physical exam that are not as useful? (25:30 - 33:10) - The Harms in Healthcare Question 9: What are some of the biggest harms to patient health within healthcare and what do we do about it? Question 10: What are some of the harms of over-prescribing antibiotics? (33:10 - 41:40) - A Primary Care Rundown Question 11: Take us through a primary care visit that you might have with a patient, how much time are you focusing on prevention vs. other factors? Question 12: How do you address the social determinants of health within the patient visit? What resources can you provide? Question 13: What are you recommending to patients when it comes to exercise and nutrition? (41:40 - 50:30) - The Pandemic Question 14: How did the COVID-19 pandemic effect your practice and how did tele-health impact care? Question 15: Does tele-health actually make life easier for physicians? Question 16: How do we address the shortage in primary care physicians? (50:30 - 51:45) - Wrapping up Question 11: What do you tell someone who asks you "how do I get healthy" in 2 minutes? The Exercise Guidelines (via health.gov) Join our Mailing List HERE: Mailchimp

Jeb's Media: Linkedin Twitter Link Jeb Dunkelberger, CEO - Sutter Health | Aetna No matter what type of discussion we have regarding healthcare on this podcast, there is always one constant - Insurance. Insurance is the middle man between the provider and the patient and determines much of the transaction. In this episode we dive into the business of healthcare with the youngest CEO of an insurance/healthcare company ever - Jeb Dunkelberger. Not only is he the youngest CEO, but also the author of Rich and Dying, An Insider Calls Bullsh*t on America's Healthcare Economy. Have you ever wondered what preventive medicine means to a healthcare executive? That question and many more you didn't even know you had are answered by Jeb in this episode. Jeb brings unique perspectives to the table as we discuss the incentives of insurance companies, the cost of healthcare in the USA, the relationship between insurance companies and physicians, and so much more! However, the most important question we discuss is the one of making our system better. This is one you don't want to miss! Show Notes (1:00 - 4:00) - Introductions Question 1 : Tell us a little bit about yourself and why you decided to go into medicine (4:00 - 7:30) - Setting the Scene Question 2: Where did you come up with the idea for this book and why did you decide to write it? Question 3: What does preventive medicine mean to you from the insurance or administrator side? (7:20 - 17:20) - Incentives Question 4: How do we align the incentives of insurance companies and the general populace? Question 5: There are many physicians who have recently been talking about how bad insurance companies are. Are physicians and insurance companies aligned? Question 6: What are you thoughts on insurance coverage in instances such as the emergency room where neither the patient, physician, or insurance company may be linked? (17:20 - 24:30) - Footing the Bill Question 7: Why do we spend so much on healthcare and what can we do about it? Question 8: Do you have any thoughts on the skyrocketing amount of administrators within healthcare compared to physicians? (24:30 - 31:00) - Healthcare and Insurance Models Question 9: What are the differences between different healthcare plans and why are there so many of them? Question 10: From the consumer perspective, why do people pay different amounts for insurance and what are they paying for? (32:00 - 44:10) - Trends in Insurance and Healthcare Question 11: Do you think the trend of employer tied insurance should continue? What is value-based reimbursement? Question 12: Value-based reimbursement is an ideal but may not be the most practical based on your book. How do we bridge the gap between what we have with fee-for-service and value based reimbursement? (44:10 - 54:00) Funding Prevention and Medicare for All Question 13: Why aren't preventive measures incentivized more by insurance companies when it comes to reimbursement? Question 14: What are your thoughts on medicare for all? What does the middle ground between the free market and government sponsored healthcare look like? (54:00 - 1:04:15) - The Solution Question 15: How do we fix healthcare, where is the middle ground? Question 16: What are some of the key points you want listeners to take home from this episode? Join our Mailing List HERE: Mailchimp

Claire Zai, MS Females have always had an uphill battle when it comes to sports and exercise opportunities. They have been told for decades to get "smaller" and to primarily do cardio as their form of exercise. This societal pressure was best visualized during the NCAA tournament with the massive discrepancy between the male and female exercise areas. Well, Claire Zai is an incredibly strong female helping other females get stronger themselves. Getting a masters degree in physiology, specifically biomechanics, Claire has worked in the scientific world but now works primarily as a coach with Barbell Medicine helping others reach their strength goals. Claire is a scientist, state-record holding powerlifter, and women's advocate and brings all of that to the table talking with us. In this episode, we talk with Claire about why empowering women is so important, how men and women differ when it comes to training, and also how differing biology affects exercise and recovery. Let us know what you think of the episode! Claire's Social Media: Instagram Twitter Link Show Notes (1:00 - 4:50) - Introductions Question 1: Tell us a little bit about yourself and what you do? (4:50 - 18:00) - Preventive Medicine and Women's Empowerment Question 2: Given your background and perspective, what does preventive medicine mean to you? Question 3: Do you think that your background in coaching will give you a unique perspective in patient care compared to other doctors? Question 4: Can you tell us a little bit about the load women fundraiser and why you decided to start it? Question 5: What does it mean to be chronically under-loaded, why are women under-loaded, and what experiences have you had where someone has told you "you're lifting too much?" (18:00 - 38:00) - Gender differences in training Question 6: What gender differences are there between men and women when it comes to training? Question 7: Are there any changes that females need to make around their training due to the menstrual cycle? Question 8: How do we go about changing the narrative around women strength training and being chronically under-loaded? (38:00 - 54:30) - Rehabbing and Training with Injuries Question 8: You recently suffered a back injury and have been rehabbing it, can you tell us a little bit about that and what you've been doing to rehab it? Question 9: Is there anything you wish people knew about pain and rehab? (54:30 - 56:40 ) - Wrapping it Up Question 10: If someone were to ask you how to get healthy while you were waiting for your coffee, what do you tell them in 2 minutes? Join our Mailing List HERE: Mailchimp

Alyssa Olenick, MS, CISSN, PhD(c) The human metabolism is incredibly complex and the backbone of every activity we do. Whether it's laying on the couch or running an ultra-marathon, our metabolism supports whatever activities we engage in. In this episode, we talk with Alyssa Olenick who is finishing up her PhD in metabolism and exercise about just that! Alyssa is our second repeat guest and the perfect person to talk about this topic given her background! Alyssa not only studies metabolism and exercise but puts her knowledge to the test everyday as an avid runner, lifter, and overall badass. Alyssa has competed in poewrlifting, weightlifting, marathons, and even ultramarathons making her the perfect person to understand the potency of the human metabolism. In this episode we talk about what the metabolism is, what it means in the context of weight loss or weight gain, how people can properly support their metabolism, and the role of exercise in supporting the metabolism. We also dive into gender differences within the context of both exercise and metabolism which brings out some fantastic segments. This episode is full of energy and we hope you all enjoy it! Alyssa's Social Media: Instagram Twitter Link Show Notes (1:00 - 4:30) - Introductions Question 1: Has anything changed in our outlook on preventive medicine since the last time we spoke? (4:30 - 30:10) - The Human Metabolism Question 2: What is the metabolism, how does the metabolism relate to calories, and what do people mean when they say "I have a fast [or slow] metabolism?" Question 3: What determines someone's metabolic rate, what is the metabolic rate, and how does it relate to energy balance? Question 4: Can you increase your metabolism? How do you do it? (30:10 - 1:05:30) - How the Metabolism Differs Between People Question 5: is there a relationship between the metabolism and being obese or being fit? Do obese people just have a slower metabolism than fit people? Question 6: Are there any gender differences between males and females in how the metabolic rate is determined and are there controllable factors such as diet or exercise that should be approached differently due to these differences? Question 7: Why are carbohydrates important for exercise and how do you know how many to eat? (1:05:30 - 1:09:15) - Wrapping it Up Question 8: What do you tell people that ask you "How do you get healthy" if you have 2 minutes to answer while you're waiting for your coffee? Join our Mailing List HERE: Mailchimp

Astrid Naranjo, RD Nutrition is a huge aspect of preventive medicine but there is so much more to nutrition than just the food we eat - the relationship we have with food also matters heavily. Astrid Naranjo is an accredited dietitian in Australia who is extremely passionate about helping people develop a healthy relationship with food. Born in Venezuela, she received her training there before moving all the way across the world to Australia, getting re-certified, and practicing there within the hospital setting. Astrid also has a significant following on social media and owns her own nutrition consulting company where she coaches clients and has had many interviews with industry experts. In this episode, we focus on how to develop a healthy relationship with food as well as what disordered eating and specifically defined eating disorders look like. We also discuss Astrid's motivations behind what she does, her story, and her presence on social media. Astrid's Social Media: Instagram Twitter Link Show Notes (1:00 - 15:00) - Introductions Question 1: Tell us a little bit about yourself and what you do? Question 2: How did you get into social media and how did it become such a big part of what you do? Question 3: Why did you move from Venezuela all the way across the world to Australia? (15:00 - 26:15) - A Healthy Relationship with Food Question 4: How does a person's relationship with food affect their choices and what they eat? Question 5: Is there a difference between a poor relationship with food and eating disorders? (26:15 - 34:40) - Prevention of Disordered Eating Question 6: Do you think that eating disorders or disordered eating is preventable? Question 7: What does preventive medicine mean to someone in dietetics? (34:40 - 48:15) - Building a Healthful Diet Question 8: How do you create a healthful diet that works in preventing both disease and disordered eating? Question 9: Where do you find information to help build a healthful diet? What sources should they use? (48:15 - 53:00) Closing Remarks Question 10: If someone asks you how to get healthy at a coffee shop, what do you tell them in 2 minutes while you are waiting for your coffee? Join our Mailing List HERE: Mailchimp

Tommy Wood, BM BCh (MD)/PhD The brain is one of, if not the, most important organs in the human body as it is responsible for coordinating nearly everything we do. The human brain is what makes us human and allows us to complete complex tasks and much much more. Well, what happens if the brain gets injured? In this episode, Dr. Tommy Wood, BM BCh (MD)/PhD talks to us about the brain, brain injuries, and neurocognitive diseases. Dr. Wood originally completed his medical training from Oxford before beginning his PhD in physiology and neuroscience at the University of Oslo. He now works in the department of pediatrics at the University of Washington researching brain injury making him the perfect person to talk to us about the topic! We talk about what brain injuries are, how they effect us, and what we can do to reduce our risk of these injuries. This episode is packed with information throughout so get ready to take notes! Dr. Wood's Social Media: Instagram Twitter Link Show Notes (1:00 - 7:50) - Introductions Question 1: I told the listeners a little bit about you but is there anything else you want to highlight? Question 2: What does preventive medicine mean to you? (7:50 - 42:00) - Brain Health and Preventive Medicine Question 3: How did you become interested in the brain, brain injury, and make neonatal brain injury your topic of research? Question 4:  What is brain injury and what are the different types? Question 5: Are there any ways to prevent brain injuries, traumatic or the other types you described? Question 6: What are the neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, etc. and how do they differ from traumatic brain injuries? Question 7: How do you prevent the neurodegenerative diseases, can you? What can people do on a daily basis to reduce their risk of neurodegenerative diseases? Question 8: Is there any evidence behind genetic testing such as for the apoE4 gene? Should people go out and get genetically tested? (42:00 - 46:00) - The Future of Brain Injury Question 9: What do you think about emerging technologies such as Neuralink in their ability to restore cognitive function and help patient's with brain injury? (58:30 - 1:01:34) - Wrapping it Up Question 10: If you're waiting in line for your coffee and someone asks you, "how do I get healthy," what do you tell them? Join our Mailing List HERE: Mailchimp

Beth Frates, MD Medicine is a unique field with many different specialties all focused on helping individuals get or stay healthy. While there is a specialty for preventive medicine, there are also additional specialties such as function, integrative, and lifestyle medicine. What's the difference between all of them and what is lifestyle medicine? In this episode, we have Dr. Beth Frates the president-elect of the American College of Lifestyle medicine explain and talk about her approach when it comes to promoting health in her patients and clients. Throughout the episode we discuss the unique approach of lifestyle medicine compared to other specialties, high value tips from Dr. Frates, and much more. The mention of any organizations on this podcast by Dr. Frates are not an endorsement by The Preventive Medicine Podcast. Dr. Frate's Social Media: Instagram Twitter Show Notes (1:00 - 2:00) - Introductions Question 1: Is there anything in particular you want to highlight about yourself to the listeners? (2:00 - 39:00) - Lifestyle Medicine and Preventive Medicine Question 2: How did you find out about lifestyle medicine, why did you decide to go into it, and why do you do what you do? Question 3: What does preventive medicine mean to you? Question 4: What is the American College of Lifestyle Medicine? Question 5: Why should medical trainees or physicians join the American College of Lifestyle medicine if I can discover most of the information on nutrition and exercise online? Question 6: How do you bridge the gap between evidence based medicine and nutrition advice from physicians or members in the American College of Lifestyle Medicine that are not based in evidence? (39:00 - 58:00) - Wellness Coaching Question 7: You offer wellness coaching on your website, what is your approach when helping others improve their lifestyle? Question 8: When you are coaching someone, what are the highest impact things you address right away? (58:00 - 1:00:00) - Wrapping Up Question 9: If you were waiting for your coffee at a coffee shop and someone asks you, "how do I get healthy," what do you tell them in 2 minutes? ? Join our Mailing List HERE: Mailchimp

Ryan Nosak, MS, CSCS We talk about the union of healthcare and personal training in many episodes but have yet to had a coach or trainer on the show. Well, that changes with Ryan Nosak who was formerly a strength and conditioning coach for many D1 collegiate programs until recently deciding to start his own coaching company RyNo Strength! A former overweight child, Ryan is incredibly passionate about helping others better their lives through exercise and nutrition as he did or himself. In this episode we dive into topics relating to his history as a coach and his approach to clients. We talk setting goals, talking to clients, and exercise selection among other topics! Near the end of the podcast we talk about the union between personal training/coaching and healthcare and what Ryan thinks about creating a better team approach to the health of our populace. Ryan's Social Media: Instagram Twitter Link Show Notes (00:00 - 10:00) - Introductions Question 1 : Why did you decide to pursue strength training and coaching/training as a career? Question 2: What does preventive medicine mean to you? (10:00 - 23:10) - Personal Training and Preventive Medicine Question 3: You are a certified strength and conditioning specialist (CSCS), what is the difference between strength training and conditioning? Question 4: If you have to do a lot of muscle does this mean that you don't have to do any conditioning work? Question 5: Do you think there are any differences between people who look at training as a way to burn calories vs. people who look at training to better their lives when it comes to overall health? Question 6: Are there any particular methods or strategies for getting people to start exercising? Question 7: For those that are hesitant to start or continue, how do you get them to keep going or keep them bought into the process? (16:20 - 33:20) - Exercise Selection Question 8: What exercises are you telling people to do if they are on a time crunch, what are the most effective exercises? Question 9: Are trainers and coaches aware of physical activity guidelines set by the evidence or do they set up their own goals for clients? Question 10: When it comes to CoVID-19 what exercises do you recommend to people who may not be able to come into a gym and have to train at home? Question 11: What are your thoughts on trainers that push their clients to exhaustion with the idea that exhaustion is required to achieve a "good workout?" Question 12: Have you noticed a difference in guidance and coaching required between athletes and those who are not athletes? (33:20 - 40:40) - The Intersection of Healthcare and Training Question 13: What do you think about the gap between healthcare providers and personal trainers and how do you think this gap can be bridged? Question 14: Are there any questions you would have for a physician in a primary care role in how they approach patients and in their thought process? (40:40 - 18:20) - Wrapping it Up Question 8: If you're waiting for your coffee at Starbucks and someone asks you "How do I get healthy?" What do you tell them in 2 minutes? Join our Mailing List HERE: Mailchimp