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Lisa Volenec, a patient advocate and General Manager of KMTV, Omaha, NE, shares how incorporating lifestyle modifications—such as diet, exercise, and community engagement—has enhanced her Parkinson disease treatment. She is joined by double-board-certified neurology and lifestyle medicine physician and fellowship-trained movement disorder specialist Rachel Dolhun, MD, DipABLM, principal medical advisor at The Michael J. Fox Foundation, who offers expert insights on integrating these strategies into comprehensive care for patients with movement disorders.

In this episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm speaks with Jorge Otañez, MD, DipABLM, Associate Chief Medical Officer of TrueCare.Dr. Otañez shares his expertise on various health topics, emphasizing the significance of preventative measures and the importance of community health initiatives. He also highlights the role of innovative treatment methods and patient education in improving health outcomes.If you have any topics or guests you'd like to see on future episodes, reach out to us on our website.Publication number QI-091925-GK

What if stress didn't have to control how you feel—and you had simple tools to change it, starting today? If you've been enjoying The Health Feast, I'd be so grateful if you left a quick review on Apple Podcasts. It helps others find the show—and keeps this Feast growing. Dr. Robyn Tiger knows this firsthand. Years ago, she was a practicing radiologist with what looked like a perfect life on paper—two kids, a great career, a supportive husband. But behind the scenes, her body was breaking down. Migraines, digestive issues, numbness, anxiety… she went to specialists, ran every test, and took every medication. Nothing helped. The real diagnosis? Chronic stress. In this powerful conversation, we dive into Robyn's journey of healing and how she now helps others reclaim their health through simple, science-backed tools. Robyn is a double board-certified physician, certified yoga therapist, life coach, and the founder of StressFreeMD. I met her through the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, where she is a leading expert on mind body medicine, and leads breathwork, yoga, and mindfulness sessions. In this episode, we discuss: The hidden ways chronic stress shows up in the body (and why 90% of symptoms seen in primary care have stress as a root cause) Emotional buffering—why we numb stress with food, alcohol, or overwork, and how to break the cycle The yoga class that shifted everything for Robyn—and why it worked Why physician burnout is not a personal failing, but a systemic issue Practical, evidence-based tools you can use to feel better now (and yes, she guides us through one of them in the episode!) Robyn's story is a reminder that feeling better isn't just possible—it's a choice. And sometimes, the first step is simply learning how to breathe again. Live Well and RAK ON, Dr. Rak

Listen in as our expert panel discusses medications for the treatment of Alzheimer dementia.  They'll review the risks and benefits of cholinesterase inhibitors, memantine, and the anti-amyloid monoclonal antibodies.  And you'll hear strategies for managing behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia.   Special guests:Tatyana Gurvich, PharmD, BCGP, APhAssociate Professor of Clinical PharmacyMann USC School of PharmacyUCI Senior Health CenterCandace Pierce, DNP, RN, CNE, COINurse Educator, Nurse Planner, and Healthcare LeaderColibri HealthcareDarlene Moyer, MD, FAAFPAssociate Director, HonorHealth Family Medicine Residency ProgramAssociate Professor of Clinical Practice – SOMME – Arizona State UniversityClinical Associate Professor – University of Arizona College of Medicine - PhoenixYou'll also hear practical advice from panelists on TRC's Editorial Advisory Board:Stephen Carek, MD, CAQSM, DipABLMClinical Associate Professor of Family MedicinePrisma Health/USC-SOMG Family Medicine Residency ProgramUSC School of Medicine GreenvilleCraig D. Williams, PharmD, FNLA, BCPSClinical Professor of Pharmacy PracticeOregon Health and Science UniversityNone of the speakers have anything to disclose. This podcast is an excerpt from one of TRC's monthly live CE webinars, the full webinar originally aired in April 2025.TRC Healthcare offers CE credit for this podcast. Log in to your Pharmacist's Letter, Pharmacy Technician's Letter,or Prescriber Insights account and look for the title of this podcast in the list of available CE courses.Claim CreditThe clinical resources mentioned during the podcast are part of a subscription to Pharmacist's Letter, Pharmacy Technician's Letter, and Prescriber Insights: FAQ - Alzheimer Dementia Pharmacotherapy Chart – Pharmacotherapy of Dementia BehaviorsChart - Drugs with Anticholinergic ActivityChart - Send us a textCheck out our NEW podcasts.Rumor vs TruthYour trusted source for facts... where we dissect the evidence behind risky rumors and reveal clinical truths.Clinical CapsulesTRC editors break down the most impactful clinical developments - giving you clear, actionable takeaways in just minutes.If you're not yet a subscriber, find out more about our product offerings at trchealthcare.com. Follow, rate, and review this show in your favorite podcast app. Find the show on YouTube by searching for ‘TRC Healthcare' or clicking here. You can also reach out to provide feedback or make suggestions by emailing us at ContactUs@trchealthcare.com.

Hey Doc—Let's talk about what it really costs to perform strength.Dr. Tolulope Olabintan is a family medicine physician, a private practice owner, and a woman of deep faith. She's also someone who—like so many of us—was raised to be “the strong one.” The Proverbs 31 woman. The helper. The one who keeps going, no matter what.Because “strong women” don't sit still.They endure. Power through. Serve.But what happens when that identity clashes with your actual humanity?In this conversation, Dr. Tolu shares her story of postpartum hypertension, pregnancy complications, hospital escapes (yes, literal), and learning to stop performing the role of the unshakable woman.We talk about:How she envisioned herself as a virtuous woman in motherhood — and how that image evolvedThe cost of silence when systems take advantage of your sacrificeHow postpartum hypertension, fatigue, and guilt finally led her to rewire everythingWhat it means to teach others how to love and support youDr. Tolu's story is full of grace, growth, and hard-won clarity.And you're going to feel every bit of it.Dr. Tolulope Olabintan, MD, FAAFP, DipABLM is a Board-Certified Family Physician, Board certified with American Board of Lifestyle Medicine, and a Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians. She also completed a Women's Health Fellowship and is a certified HIV specialist by the American Academy of HIV Medicine. She is fondly called by her patients as "Dr. O."Dr. O is also the owner and CEO of Livingspring Family Medical Center, a primary care center located in Mansfield, Texas. She has over 13 years of medical experience. She helps patients live long and well as she believes the quantity of life is just as important as the quality of life. She places emphasis on lifestyle changes that help patients thrive throughout life. Furthermore, Dr. O is a life-enthusiast, a Christian, wife, and mom who enjoys good cuisine and can't get enough of the colors teal and orange.For more information about Dr. O, you can visit her website and connect with her on Facebook, follow on Instagram, connect on Linkedin and subscribe to her What did you think of the episode, doc? Let me know! Remember to subscribe to "Stethoscopes and Strollers" on your favorite podcast platform so you never miss an episode of encouragement and empowerment. Apple Podcast | Spotify | YouTube Connect with me. Website | Instagram | Facebook Join my Email list to get tips on navigating motherhood in the medical field. If you feel you need direct support or someone to talk through the unique challenges of being a physician mom, schedule a free coaching session. Free Coaching Session with Dr. Toya

Listen in as our expert panel discusses medications for management of opioid use disorder. They'll review strategies to optimize buprenorphine use and clarify the role of methadone and naltrexone.Special guest:Tyler J. Varisco, PharmD, PhDUniversity of Houston College of Pharmacy Assistant Professor, Department of Pharmaceutical Health Outcomes and PolicyAssistant Director, The PREMIER CenterYou'll also hear practical advice from panelists on TRC's Editorial Advisory Board:Stephen Carek, MD, CAQSM, DipABLM, Clinical Associate Professor of Family Medicine for the Prisma Health/USC School of Medicine Greenville Family Medicine Residency Program at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine, GreenvilleCraig D. Williams, PharmD, FNLA, BCPS, Clinical Professor of Pharmacy Practice at the Oregon Health and Science UniversityFor the purposes of disclosure, Dr. Varisco reports a financial relationship [cardiology, inflammatory bowel disease] with HEALIX Infusion Therapy (research consultant).The other speakers have nothing to disclose.  All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated.This podcast is an excerpt from one of TRC's monthly live CE webinars, the full webinar originally aired in March 2025.TRC Healthcare offers CE credit for this podcast. Log in to your Pharmacist's Letter, Pharmacy Technician's Letter,or Prescriber Insights account and look for the title of this podcast in the list of available CE courses.Claim CreditThe clinical resources mentioned during the podcast are part of a subscription to Pharmacist's Letter, Pharmacy Technician's Letter, and Prescriber Insights: FAQ: Management of Opioid Use DisorderChart: Treatment of Opioid WithdrawalFAQ: Treatment of Acute Pain in Opioid Use DisorderFAQ: Meds for Opioid OverdoseSend us a textIf you're not yet a subscriber, find out more about our product offerings at trchealthcare.com. Follow, rate, and review this show in your favorite podcast app. Find the show on YouTube by searching for ‘TRC Healthcare' or clicking here. You can also reach out to provide feedback or make suggestions by emailing us at ContactUs@trchealthcare.com.

Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/audiobundle   Save your seat at the Rheumatoid Arthritis and Autoimmunity Symposium - A groundbreaking event hosted by Dr. Micah Yu. Live May 12–18, 2025 | Free & Online. RSVP here: https://yu.myautoimmunemd.com/register?sa=sa02304049090547256a42cc0997f4cfc37b4ac399     Did you know that the pain you're feeling might be more than just inflammation? It could be your body's complex response to stress, trauma, and even the food on your plate. Join me and Dr. Micah Yu, MD, to explore a holistic approach to rheumatoid arthritis, covering personalized diets, stress management, and the truth about restrictive eating. Get ready to see your health and your path to healing in a whole new light!   In this episode you'll learn: ⏰ 03:06 - A medical student's experience with joint pain ⏰ 10:22 - No one anti-inflammatory diet is good for everyone  ⏰ 11:25 - Trauma can be a contributing factor for autoimmune disease ⏰ 12:24 -  The role of stress in triggering the immune system ⏰ 19:22 - Identifying protocols for individual patients ⏰ 26:55 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing ⏰ 28:00 - What to watch out for when eating restrictive diets  Check out Dr. Micah Yu, MD's Bio: Dr. Yu is an integrative rheumatologist who incorporates complementary medicine with traditional rheumatology. He is quadruple board-certified in Rheumatology, Internal Medicine, Integrative Medicine, and Lifestyle Medicine. He obtained his MD from Chicago Medical School and holds a Masters in Healthcare Administration and Biomedical sciences. He completed his internal medicine residency and rheumatology fellowship at Loma Linda University in Southern California. He is a graduate of the Andrew Weil Integrative Medicine Fellowship at the University of Arizona. In addition, he is certified in functional medicine through the Institute of Functional Medicine. He is a member of the International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society(ILADS), International Society for Environmentally Acquired Illness(ISEAI), and American Academy of Environmental Medicine(AAEM). He has a very unique perspective on autoimmune disease and arthritis as he is both a patient with arthritis and physician. Dr. Yu was diagnosed with gout at the age of 17 and later diagnosed with spondyloarthritis as well. He is able to understand his patient's medical problems from a patient perspective. The foundation of his practice is to combine allopathic medicine with complementary medicine. He works with his patients to come up with a treatment plan that not only fights the disease but also is aligned with his patient's goals. Dr. Micah Yu, MD's gift and link: Are you or someone you love struggling with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) or another autoimmune condition? Join Dr. Micah Yu - who lives with RA himself - for his first-of-its-kind symposium with over 30 world-class experts who'll share cutting-edge science and real-life strategies to reduce inflammation, manage symptoms, and live with vitality and purpose—no matter where you are in your journey. The Rheumatoid Arthritis and Autoimmunity Symposium - A groundbreaking event hosted by Dr. Micah Yu (MD, MHA, MS, ABOIM, DipABLM, IFMCP). Live May 12–18, 2025 | Free & Online. RSVP here: https://yu.myautoimmunemd.com/register?sa=sa02304049090547256a42cc0997f4cfc37b4ac399    Connect with Dr. Micah Yu, MD: Website: https://drlifestyle.org/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drlifestyleclinic  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlifestyleclinic/    ***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves.    Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show we explore practices, methods and science that contribute to releasing pain and inflammation naturally.   Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com   Would you like to learn how to release pain by creating more peace and calm?  Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/audiobundle   Connect with Jane:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JaneHoganHealth/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janehoganhealth  

Now, in Part 2, we're taking it a step further—diving into practical ways to make plant-based eating sustainable, enjoyable, and accessible for everyone! Chef Caryn Dugan and Dr. Jim Loomis return to share more insights, debunk myths, and demonstrate how simple, delicious meals can fuel your body and prevent disease. Whether you're just starting your plant-based journey or looking for new inspiration, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways. Tune in now and discover how to bring the power of plants to your plate—one delicious meal at a time.

Listen in as our expert panel discusses which diabetes meds have cardiovascular (CV) benefits.  We'll review the evidence and discuss the pros and cons of SGLT2 inhibitors (dapagliflozin, empagliflozin, etc) and GLP-1 agonists (dulaglutide, semaglutide, etc) in patients with or at risk for CV disease.Special Guests:Lauren G. Pamulapati, PharmD, BCACPAssociate Professor, Ambulatory CareVirginia Commonwealth University School of PharmacyClinical Pharmacist, Hayes Willis Health Center/VCU HealthChristie Schumacher, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP, BCCP, BC-ADM, CDCES, FCCPProfessor, Pharmacy PracticeDirector, PGY2 Ambulatory Care Residency ProgramMidwestern University College of Pharmacy, Downers Grove CampusClinical Pharmacist, Northwestern MedicineTRC Editorial Advisory Board Participant:Stephen Carek, MD, CAQSM, DipABLMClinical Associate Professor of Family MedicinePrisma Health/USC-SOMG Family Medicine Residency ProgramUSC School of Medicine GreenvilleFor the purposes of disclosure, Dr. Schumacher reports a relevant financial relationship [CGM for diabetes management] with Abbott (speakers bureau).The other speakers have nothing to disclose. All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated.This podcast is an excerpt from one of TRC's monthly live CE webinars, the full webinar originally aired in February 2025.TRC Healthcare offers CE credit for this podcast. Log in to your Pharmacist's Letter, Pharmacy Technician's Letter,or Prescriber Insights account and look for the title of this podcast in the list of available CE courses.Claim CreditThe clinical resources mentioned during the podcast are part of a subscription to Pharmacist's Letter, Pharmacy Technician's Letter, and Prescriber Insights: Chart: Diabetes Medications: Cardiovascular and Kidney ImpactChart: Drugs for Type 2 Diabetes Algorithm: Stepwise Treatment of Type 2 DiabetesChart: Comparison of GLP-1 AgonistsToolbox: Improving Heart Failure CareSend us a textIf you're not yet a subscriber, find out more about our product offerings at trchealthcare.com. Follow, rate, and review this show in your favorite podcast app. Find the show on YouTube by searching for ‘TRC Healthcare' or clicking here. You can also reach out to provide feedback or make suggestions by emailing us at ContactUs@trchealthcare.com.

Can food truly be medicine? What if science and cooking came together to make plant-based eating both powerful and practical? In this episode, we explore the science behind plant-based nutrition and how to bring it to life in your kitchen with Chef Caryn Dugan and Dr. Jim Loomis. Chef Caryn Dugan is the founder of the Center for Plant-Based Living, the nation's first plant-based culinary education center. After facing personal health challenges, she turned to a whole food, plant-based diet and never looked back. Caryn is a certified instructor with the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) and has trained under leading experts in plant-based nutrition. Dr. Jim Loomis is an internal medicine physician, lifestyle medicine expert, and Medical Director at PCRM. He has served as the team doctor for the St. Louis Rams and Cardinals, as well as the tour physician for the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra. Dr. Loomis is a strong advocate for food as medicine and has been featured in the documentary The Game Changers. Together, Caryn and Dr. Loomis co-host The Doc and Chef, a YouTube series where science meets cooking. Each episode breaks down a health topic—Dr. Loomis explains the research, and Caryn brings it to life with a practical, delicious recipe. Tune in now and learn how to bring the power of plants to your plate! #ThriveBitesPodcast #plantbasedfamily #wfpbfamily   Chef Caryn Dugan →Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/plant_based_center/ → Website: CPBL-STL.com

Ep. 124 **The Six Pillars of Lifestyle Medicine for Better Mental Health and Wellness: Dr. Zhu** ▶️ WATCH THE INTERVIEW: 

Here's my new idea for an episode. Welcome to it. I want to talk about a major theme running through the last few episodes of Relentless Health Value. And this theme is, heads up, going to continue through a few upcoming shows as well. For a full transcript of this episode, click here. If you enjoy this podcast, be sure to subscribe to the free weekly newsletter to be a member of the Relentless Tribe. We have Matt McQuide coming up, talking about patient engagement, and Christine Hale, MD, MBA, talking about high-cost claimants. And we also have an encore coming up with Kenny Cole, MD, talking about a lot of things; but patient trust is one of them. But before I get to the main theme to ponder here, let me talk about what gets selected to talk about on Relentless Health Value. I will freely admit, how topics for shows get picked, it's not exactly a linear sort of affair. And furthermore, even if it were, I can't always get the stars to align to get a specific cluster of guests to all come on like one after the other. So, for sure, it might be less than obvious at times where my head is at—and sometimes, admittedly, I don't even know. This may sound incredibly scattershot (and it probably is), but in my defense, this whole healthcare thing, in case you didn't know, it's really complicated. Every time I get a chance to chat with an expert, I learn something new. I feel like it's almost impossible to sit in a vacuum and mastermind some kind of grand insight. Very, very fortunately, I don't need to sit in a cave and do all this heavy thinking all by myself. We got ourselves a tribe here of like-minded, really smart folks between the guests and you lot, all of you in the tribe of listeners who are here every week. Yeah, you rock! And I can always count on you to start teasing out the themes and the through lines and the really key actionable points. You email me. You write great posts and comments on LinkedIn and elsewhere. Even if I am a little bit behind the eight ball translating my instinct into an actual trend line, it doesn't slow this bus down. It's you who keeps it moving, which is why I can confidently say it's you all who are to blame for this new idea I came up with the other day after the podcast with Al Lewis (EP464) triggered so much amazing and really deep insight and dot connecting back and forth that hooked together the past six, I'm gonna say, or so shows. Let's just start at the beginning. Let's start with the topics that have been discussed in the past several episodes of the pod. Here I go. Emergency room visits are now costing about 6% of total plan sponsor spend on average. That was the holy crap moment from the episode with Al Lewis (EP464). Emergency room volume is up, and also prices are up. In that show with Al Lewis, I did quote John Lee, MD, who is an emergency room doctor, by the way. I quoted him because he told a story about a patient who came into the ER, winds up getting a big workup in his ER. Dr. Lee says he sees this situation a lot where the patient comes in, they've had something going on for a while, they've tried to make an appointment with their PCP or even urgent care, they could not get in. It's also really hard to coordinate and get all the blood work or the scans and have that all looked at that's needed for the workup to even happen. I've spoken with multiple ER doctors at this point, and they all say pretty much the same thing. They see the same scenario happen often enough, maybe even multiple times a day. Patient comes in with something that may or may not be emergent, and they are now in the ER because they've been worried about it for weeks or months. And the ER is like the only place where they can get to the bottom of what is going on with their body. And then the patient, you know, they spend the whole day in the ER getting what amounts to weeks' worth of outpatient workup accomplished and scans and imaging and labs. And there's no prior authing anything down. It's also incredibly expensive. Moving on from the Al Lewis show, earlier than that I had had on Rushika Fernandopulle, MD (EP460) and then also Scott Conard, MD (EP462). Both are PCPs, both talking about primary care and what makes good primary care and what makes bad primary care and how our current “healthcare marketplace,” as Dr. Conard puts it, incentivizes either no primary care and/or primary care where volume driven throughput is the name of the game—you know, like seeing 25 patients a day. These visits or episodes of care are often pretty transactional. If relationships are formed, it's because the doctor and/or the patient are rising above the system, not the other way around. And none of that is good for primary care doctors, nurses, or other clinicians. It's also not good for patients, and it's not good for plan sponsors or any of the ultimate purchasers here (taxpayers, patients themselves) because while all of this is going on, those patients getting no or not good primary care are somebody's next high-cost claimant. Okay, so those were the shows with Rushika Fernandopulle and Scott Conard. Then this past week was the show with Vivian Ho, PhD (EP466), who discusses the incentives that hospital leadership often has. And these incentives may actually sound great on paper, but IRL, they wind up actually jacking up prices and set up some weird incentives to increase the number of beds and the heads in them. There was also two shows, one of them with Betsy Seals (EP463) and then another one with Wendell Potter (EP384), about Medicare Advantage and what payers are up to. Alright, so let's dig in. What's the big theme? What's the big through line here? Let's take it from the top. Theme 1 is largely this (and Scott Conard actually said this flat out in his show): Primary care—good primary care, I mean—is an investment. Everything else is a cost. And those skyrocketing ER costs are pure evidence of this. Again, listen to that show with Al Lewis earlier (EP464) for a lot of details about this. But total plan costs … 6% are ER visits. Tim Denman from Premise Health wrote, “That is an insane number! Anything over 2% warrants concern.” But yeah, these days we have, on average across the country, 200 plan members out of 1000 every single year dipping into their local ER. That number, by the way, will rise and fall depending on the access and availability of primary care and/or good urgent cares. Here's from a Web site entitled ER Visit Statistics, Facts & Trends: “In the United States, emergency room visits often highlight gaps in healthcare accessibility. Many individuals turn to ERs for conditions that could have been managed through preventative or primary care. … This indicates that inadequate access to healthcare often leads to increased reliance on emergency departments. … “ED visits can entail significant costs, particularly when a considerable portion of these visits is classified as non-urgent. … [Non-urgent] visits—not requiring immediate medical intervention—often lead to unnecessary expenditures that could be better allocated in primary care settings.” And by the way, if you look at the total cost across the country of ER visits, it's billions and billions and billions of dollars. In 2017, ED visits (I don't have a stat right in front of me), but in 2017, ED visits were $76.3 billion in the United States. Alright, so, the Al Lewis show comes out, I see that, and then, like a bolt of lightning, François de Brantes, MBA, enters the chat. François de Brantes was on Relentless Health Value several years ago (EP220). I should have him come back on. But François de Brantes cemented with mortar the connectivity between runaway ER costs and the lack of primary care. He started out talking actually about a new study from the Milbank Memorial Fund. Only like 5% of our spend going to primary care is way lower than any other developed country in the world—all of whom, of course, have far higher life expectancies than us. So, yeah … they might be onto something. François de Brantes wrote (with some light editing), “Setting aside the impotence of policies, the real question we should ask ourselves is whether we're looking at the right numbers. The short answer is no, with all due respect to the researchers that crunched the numbers. That's probably because the lens they're using is incredibly narrow and misses everything else.” And he's talking now about, is that 5% primary care number actually accurate? François de Brantes continues, “Consider, for example, that in commercially insured plans, the total spend on … EDs is 6% or more.” And then he says, “Check out Stacey Richter's podcast on the subject, but 6% is essentially what researchers say is spent on, you know, ‘primary care.' Except … they don't count those costs, the ER costs. They don't count many other costs that are for primary care, meaning for the treatment of routine preventative and sick care, all the things that family practices used to manage but don't anymore. They don't count them because those services are rendered by clinicians other than those in primary care practice.” François concludes (and he wrote a great article) that if you add up all the dollars that are spent on things that amount to primary care but just didn't happen in a primary care office, it's conservatively around 17% of total dollars. So, yeah … it's not like anyone is saving money by not making sure that every plan member or patient across the country has a relationship with an actual primary care team—you know, a doctor or a nurse who they can get on the phone with who knows them. Listen to the show coming up with Matt McQuide. This theme will continue. But any plan not making sure that primary care happens in primary care offices is shelling out for the most expensive primary care money can buy, you know, because it's gonna happen either in the ER or elsewhere. Jeff Charles Goldsmith, PhD, put this really well. He wrote, “As others have said, [this surge in ER dollars is a] direct consequence of [a] worsening primary care shortage.” Then Dr. John Lee turned up. He, I had quoted on the Al Lewis show, but he wrote a great post on LinkedIn; and part of it was this: “Toward a systemic solution, [we gotta do some unsqueezing of the balloon]. Stacey and Al likened our system to a squeezed balloon, with pressure forcing patients into the [emergency room]. The true solution is to ‘unsqueeze' the system by improving access to care outside the [emergency room]. Addressing these upstream issues could prevent patients from ending up in the [emergency room]. … While the necessary changes are staring us in the face, unsqueezing the balloon is far more challenging than it sounds.” And speaking of ER docs weighing in, then we had Mick Connors, MD, who left a banger of a comment with a bunch of suggestions to untangle some of these challenges that are more challenging than they may sound at first glance that Dr. Lee mentions. And as I said, he's a 30-year pediatric emergency physician, so I'm inclined to take his suggestions seriously. You can find them on LinkedIn. But yeah, I can see why some communities are paying 40 bucks a month or something for patients without access to primary care to get it just like they pay fire departments or police departments. Here's a link to Primary Care for All Americans, who are trying to help local communities get their citizens primary care. And Dr. Conard talked about this a little bit in that episode (EP462). I can also see why plan sponsors have every incentive to change the incentives such that primary care teams can be all in on doing what they do. Dr. Fernandopulle (EP460) hits on this. This is truly vital, making sure that the incentives are right, because we can't forget, as Rob Andrews has said repeatedly, organizations do what you pay them to do. And unless a plan sponsor gets into the mix, it is super rare to encounter anybody paying anybody for amazing primary care in an actual primary care setting. At that point, Alex Sommers, MD, ABEM, DipABLM, arrived on the scene; and he wrote (again with light editing—sorry, I can't read), “This one is in my wheelhouse. There is a ton that could be done here. There just has to be strategy in any given market. It's a function of access, resources, and like-minded employers willing to invest in a direct relationship with providers. But not just any providers. Providers who are willing to solve a big X in this case. You certainly don't need a trauma team on standby to remove a splinter or take off a wart. A great advanced primary care relationship is one way, but another thing is just access to care off-hours with the resources to make a difference in a cost-plus model. You can't help everybody at once. But you can help a lot of people if there is a collaborative opportunity.” And then Dr. Alex Sommers continues. He says, “We already have EKG, most procedures and supplies, X-ray, ultrasounds, and MRI in our clinics. All that's missing is a CT scanner. It just takes a feasible critical mass to invest in a given geography for that type of alternative care model to alter the course here. Six percent of plan spend going to the ER. My goodness.” So, then we have Ann Lewandowski, who just gets to the heart of the matter and the rate critical for primary care to become the investment that it could be: trust. Ann Lewandowski says, “I 100% agree with all of this, basically. I think strong primary care that promotes trust before things get so bad people think they need to go to the emergency room is the way to go.” This whole human concept of trust is a gigantic requirement for clinical and probably financial success. We need primary care to be an investment, but for it to be an investment, there's got to be relationships and there has to be trust between patients and their care teams. Now, neither relationships nor trust are super measurable constructs, so it's really easy for some finance pro to do things in the name of efficiency or optimization that undermine the entire spirit of the endeavor without even realizing it. Then we have a lot of primary care that doesn't happen in primary care offices. It happens in care settings like the ER. So, let's tug this theme along to the shows that concern carriers, meaning the shows with Wendell Potter (EP384) on how shareholders influence carrier behavior and with Betsy Seals (EP463) on Medicare Advantage plans and what they're up to. Here's where the primary care/ER through line starts to connect to carriers. Here's a LinkedIn post by the indomitable Steve Schutzer, MD. Dr. Schutzer wrote about the Betsy Seals conversation, and he said, “Stacey, you made a comment during this fabulous episode with Betsy that I really believe should be amplified from North to South, coast to coast—something that unfortunately is not top of mind for many in this industry. And that was ‘focus on the value that accrues to the patient'—period, end of story. That is the north star of the [value-based care] movement, lest we forget. Financial outcome measures are important in the value equation, but the numerator must be about the patient. As always, grateful for your insights and ongoing leadership.” Oh, thank you so much. And same to you. Grateful for yours. Betsy Seals in that podcast, though, she reminded carrier listeners about this “think about the value accruing to the patient” in that episode. And in the Wendell Potter encore that came out right before the show with Betsy, yeah, what Wendell said kind of made me realize why Betsy felt it important to remind carriers to think about the value accruing to patients. Wall Street rewards profit maximization in the short term. It does not reward value accruing to the patient. However—and here's me agreeing with Dr. Steve Schutzer, because I think this is what underlies his comment—if what we're doing gets so far removed from what is of value to the patient, then yeah, we're getting so removed from the human beings we're allegedly serving, that smart people can make smart decisions in theoretical model world. But what's being done lacks a fundamental grounding in actual reality. And that's dangerous for plan members, but it's also pretty treacherous from a business and legal perspective, as I think we're seeing here. Okay, so back to our theme of broken primary care and accelerating ER costs. Are carriers getting in there and putting a stop to it? I mean, as aforementioned about 8 to 10 times, if you have a broken primary care system, you're gonna pay for primary care, alright. It's just gonna be in really expensive care settings. You gotta figure carriers are wise to this and they're the ones that are supposed to be keeping healthcare costs under control for all America. Well, relative to keeping ER costs under control, here's a link to a study Vivian Ho, PhD, sent from Health Affairs showing how much ER prices have gone up. ER prices are way higher than they used to be. So, you'd think that carriers would have a huge incentive to get members primary care and do lots and lots of things to ensure that not only would members have access to primary care, but it'd be amazing primary care with doctors and nurses that were trusted and relationships that would be built. It'd be salad days for value. Except … they're not doing a whole lot at any scale that I could find. We have Iora and ChenMed and a few others aside. These are advanced primary care groups that are deployed by carriers, and these organizations can do great things. But I also think they serve—and this came up in the Dr. Fernandopulle show (EP460)—they serve like 1% of overall patient populations. Dr. Fernandopulle talked about this in the context of why these advanced primary care disruptors may have great impact on individual patients but they have very little overall impact at a national scale. They're just not scaled, and they're not nationwide. But why not? I mean, why aren't carriers all over this stuff? Well, first of all—and again, kind of like back to the Wendell show (EP384) now—if we're thinking short term, as a carrier, like Wall Street encourages, you know, quarter by quarter, and if only the outlier, mission-driven folks (the knights) in any given carrier organization are checking what's going on actually with plans, members, and patients like Betsy advised, keep in mind it's a whole lot cheaper and it's easier to just deny care. And you can do that at scale if you get yourself an AI engine and press Go. Or you can come up with, I don't know, exciting new ways to maximize your risk adjustment and upcoding. There's an article that was written by Sergei Polevikov, ABD, MBA, MS, MA

Episode Summary: In this episode of the Health Science Podcast, brought to you by the National Health Association, Dr. Frank Sabatino sits down with Dr. Meagan L. Grega, a board-certified physician in Family and Lifestyle Medicine and the Co-Founder and Chief Medical Officer of the Kellyn Foundation. Together, they discuss the power of community-driven health initiatives, the importance of making the healthy choice the easy choice, and how the Kellyn Foundation is working to transform neighborhoods with lifestyle medicine programs. Dr. Grega shares insights on the evolution of her career, from her early passion for service to her realization that true healing comes from prevention and community support. She explains how the Kellyn Foundation integrates school-based education, gardening programs, mobile markets, and hands-on cooking classes to create sustainable change in the Lehigh Valley. If you're looking to learn how lifestyle medicine can be a powerful force for improving health outcomes, this episode is a must-listen! About Our Guest: Meagan L. Grega, MD, FACLM, DipABLM, DipABFM Dr. Meagan L. Grega is a leader in Lifestyle Medicine and the Co-Founder and Chief Medical Officer of the Kellyn Foundation (www.kellyn.org), a non-profit dedicated to making the healthy choice the easy choice through community-based health initiatives. The foundation's “Healthy Neighborhood Immersion Strategy” integrates school-based wellness education, hands-on cooking classes, and a mobile market providing access to fresh, nutrient-dense food. Dr. Grega graduated summa cum laude from Bucknell University with a B.S. in Biochemistry/Cell Biology and earned her MD from the University of Pennsylvania Medical School. She served as a medical officer in the United States Navy and currently manages the Llantrisant Retreat and Wellness Center (www.llantrisantretreat.com). She is actively involved in medical education, serving as faculty for St. Luke's University Health Network and Temple University's Lewis Katz School of Medicine, and is the current Conference Chair for the American College of Lifestyle Medicine Annual Meeting. She also serves on the governing boards of both the American Board of Lifestyle Medicine and the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. Key Topics Discussed in This Episode: Dr. Grega's journey from aspiring shaman to board-certified physician How lifestyle medicine addresses the root causes of disease The role of social nudges and choice architecture in shaping healthy behaviors The Kellyn Foundation's programs, including school-based education, gardening initiatives, and the Eat Real Food Mobile Market Challenges in implementing lifestyle medicine in schools and how to overcome them The importance of medically tailored meals and expanding access to nutrition-focused healthcare How future physicians are being trained in lifestyle medicine Resources & Links: Kellyn Foundation: www.kellyn.org Llantrisant Retreat and Wellness Center: www.llantrisantretreat.com Connect with Us: Subscribe and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! Read more at: https://www.healthscience.org/podcast/episode-122-meagan-grega/

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In this episode, listen in as our expert panel digs into identifying and treating acute bronchitis and community-acquired pneumonia. They'll discuss when antibiotics are appropriate, which antibiotics to use, and other management tips.You'll also hear practical advice from panelists on TRC's Editorial Advisory Board:Stephen Carek, MD, CAQSM, DipABLM, Program Director for the Prisma Health/USC School of Medicine Greenville Family Medicine Residency Program and Clinical Associate Professor at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine, GreenvilleAndrea Darby Stewart, MD, Associate Director, Honor Health Family Medicine Residency Program and Clinical Professor of Family, Community & Occupational Medicine at the University of Arizona College of Medicine - PhoenixCraig D. Williams, PharmD, FNLA, BCPS, Clinical Professor of Pharmacy Practice at the Oregon Health and Science UniversityNone of the speakers have anything to disclose.This podcast is an excerpt from one of TRC's monthly live CE webinars, the full webinar originally aired in January 2025.TRC Healthcare offers CE credit for this podcast. Log in to your Pharmacist's Letter, Pharmacy Technician's Letter, or Prescriber Insights account and look for the title of this podcast in the list of available CE courses.Claim CreditThe clinical resources mentioned during the podcast are part of a subscription to Pharmacist's Letter, Pharmacy Technician's Letter, and Prescriber Insights: Chart: Managing Community-Acquired Pneumonia and Aspiration Pneumonia in AdultsFAQ: Antibiotic Therapy: When Are Shorter Courses Better?Chart: Managing Cough and Cold SymptomsSend us a textCheck out our NEW podcasts. Rumor vs TruthYour trusted source for facts... where we dissect the evidence behind risky rumors and reveal clinical truths.Clinical CapsulesTRC editors break down the most impactful clinical developments - giving you clear, actionable takeaways in just minutes.If you're not yet a subscriber, find out more about our product offerings at trchealthcare.com. Follow, rate, and review this show in your favorite podcast app. Find the show on YouTube by searching for ‘TRC Healthcare' or clicking here. You can also reach out to provide feedback or make suggestions by emailing us at ContactUs@trchealthcare.com.

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Today, I'm joined by an extraordinary guest, Dr. Dawn Mussallem, D.O., DipABLM, a globally recognized Integrative Oncologist and Lifestyle Medicine Specialist at Mayo Clinic. Internationally respected for her work in cancer prevention and integrative oncology, Dr. Mussallem is a prolific speaker, author, and dedicated physician, bridging the gap between traditional medicine and cutting-edge wellness strategies. Her  dedication to advancing health and longevity aligns perfectly with IM8, where she serves as a Medical Advisory Board member, helping to shape its evidence-based approach to nutrition and supplementation But beyond her medical expertise, Dr. Mussallem has an awe-inspiring personal journey. A stage 4 cancer survivor and heart transplant recipient, she defied the odds, not only returning to health but embracing endurance sports—running her first marathon just one year after her transplant. Today, she is an eight-time marathoner, proving firsthand the power of movement, mindset, and lifestyle medicine. In today's conversation, we'll explore her groundbreaking work in medicine, her role with IM8, and how endurance sports and lifestyle choices can transform health outcomes. This is an episode packed with insight, inspiration, and science-backed wellness strategies CONNECT Dr. Dawn Mussallem on Instagram  The Mayo Clinic on Instagram Prenetics on Instagram Marni On The Move Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, or YouTube` Marni Salup on Instagram and Playlist on Spotify SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER Sign up for our monthly newsletter, Do What Moves You, for Marni on the Move updates, exclusive offers, invites to events, and exciting news! SUPPORT THE PODCAST Leave us a five star review on Apple or Spotify Subscribe to MarniOnTheMovePodcast, YouTube Channel Tell your friends the episodes you are listening to on your social. Share a screen shot of the episode in your stories, tag us, we will tag you back! Subscribe, like and comment on our YouTube Channel, MarniOnTheMovePodcast    

Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The content of this podcast is provided for informational or educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice or care. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health issue without consulting your doctor. Always seek medical advice before making any lifestyle changes. Amber Orman, MD, DipABLM is a double board-certified radiation oncologist and lifestyle medicine specialist focusing on breast cancer treatment and prevention, providing holistic care that encompasses mind and body. She joined AdventHealth from Moffitt Cancer Center and the University of South Florida Morsani School of Medicine in Tampa, where she served as staff and medical faculty, respectively. She is the first ever Chief Wellness Office (CWO) of AdventHealth Medical Group, working to improve the well-being of her colleagues. She is also the co-founder of the HEAL (Healthy Eating and Active Lifestyle) program at AdventHealth in Orlando, Florida. HEAL is an 8-week lifestyle medicine program designed to educate and inspire cancer patients to make positive changes to decrease cancer recurrence and improve overall healthspan. She collaborates with the American College of Lifestyle Medicine as a member of the Health Systems Council and was a past Chair of the Cancer Member Interest Group. She is the Medical Director of AdventHealth Lifestyle Ventures as well as an Assistant Professor at the University of Central Florida College of Medicine. Her research interests include integrative therapies and their applications to cancer prevention, treatment and survivorship, with a strong emphasis on nutrition.

Movement disorder specialist, lifestyle medicine physician and MJFF Principal Medical Advisor Rachel Dolhun, MD, DipABLM, shares tips on medication management for people at every stage of the disease journey. Like our podcasts? Please consider leaving a rating or review and sharing the series with your community. https://apple.co/3p02Jw0 The Foundation's landmark study, the Parkinson's Progression Marker's Initiative, also known as PPMI, is recruiting volunteers. Join the study that's changing everything at michaeljfox.org/podcast-ppmi.

Movement disorder specialist, lifestyle medicine physician and MJFF Principal Medical Advisor Rachel Dolhun, MD, DipABLM, answers community questions on Parkinson's and exercise with physical therapist and rehab scientist Cristina Colón-Semenza, PhD. Listen to the audio or watch the video. Like our podcasts? Please consider leaving a rating or review and sharing the series with your community. https://apple.co/3p02Jw0 The Foundation's landmark study, the Parkinson's Progression Marker's Initiative, also known as PPMI, is recruiting volunteers. Join the study that's changing everything at michaeljfox.org/podcast-ppmi.

In this episode, we dive deep into a topic that resonates with almost everyone: stress. I'm excited to welcome Dr. Robyn Tiger, a double board-certified physician in Diagnostic Radiology and Lifestyle Medicine, founder of StressFreeMD and author of the book Feeling Stressed is Optional, on the show! As a trauma-informed mind-body expert, Dr. Tiger combines the best of medicine, yoga therapy, meditation, and life coaching to provide a holistic approach to managing stress. We explore the definition and categories of stress, why it's become a growing issue in modern life, and how to recognize if stress is affecting you. Dr. Tiger shares practical tips for handling stress more effectively, along with insights from her own journey of overcoming burnout and thriving. I hope that our discussion helps you break free of modern life's stress.Connect with Dr. Robyn Tiger, MD, dipABLM:FacebookInstagram LinkedInWebsiteConnect with Dr. Jonar, MD: Book Your Free Health Coaching Consult with Dr. Jonar4 Truth Health CoachingInstagramFacebookLinkedin ThreadsDr. Jonar Website HOW CAN I SUPPORT THIS PODCAST?Download, Listen, Subscribe, Rate & Review: Glass Half Healthy on Apple Podcast Glass Half Healthy on SpotifyTell Your Family & Friends! And Share Online!Thanks to my intern Amelia Liu, to Jacob Ferrer for their production help, and to StockSounds for the music. And to YOU! Thank you for listening!Disclaimer:This podcast is intended for educational purposes only and isn't medical advice so please talk to your primary physician for that. In addition, the views and opinions expressed by me are my own and not that of my former, current or future employer. This also applies to my guests. Finally, we do our best to make every effort to relay correct information, but don't guarantee its accuracy. Thank you for listening.

Amber Orman, MD, DipABLM is a double board-certified radiation oncologist and lifestyle medicine specialist focusing on focusing on breast cancer treatment and prevention, providing holistic care that encompasses mind and body. She is the first ever Chief Wellness Office (CWO) of AdventHealth Medical Group, working to improve the well-being of her colleagues. She is also the co-founder of the HEAL (Healthy Eating and Active Lifestyle) program at AdventHealth in Orlando, Florida. HEAL is an 8-week lifestyle medicine program designed to educate and inspire cancer patients to make positive changes to decrease cancer recurrence and improve overall healthspan. She collaborates with the American College of Lifestyle Medicine as a member of the Health Systems Council and also serves as the Chair of the Cancer Member Interest Group. She is the Medical Director of AdventHealth Lifestyle Ventures as well as an Assistant Professor at the University of Central Florida College of Medicine.She is a mother to 3 teenagers and 2 poodles, wife to a witty nephrologist, yogi, and ultrarunner who spends her free time trail running and summiting Colorado's peaks. She is also well versed in the plant-based kitchen.Thanks for tuning in! Check out more episodes of The Well-Being Connector at www.bethejoy.org/podcast.

Curious about what you can do to support breast health? In this episode, Steph interviews Dr. Roxanne Perro MD, FACOG, DIPABLM, a functional medicine provider and breast health advocate, to shed light on the rising breast cancer rates and proactive ways to manage risk. You'll learn the importance of early detection, self-breast exams, and understanding the changes in your body. Dr. Perro emphasizes the role of diet, including the benefits of fiber, cruciferous vegetables, and balanced omega-3 intake, alongside lifestyle shifts like reducing alcohol consumption and avoiding harmful toxins. The discussion also dives into innovative screening methods and their accessibility, plus the significance of hormone balance during life stages like perimenopause and postpartum. Whether you're curious about preventative care, diet's role in breast health, or navigating the fear of a diagnosis, this episode offers expert advice and compassionate support. It's time to take control of your health, one small change at a time. Listen now to feel informed, empowered, and inspired! Topics Covered In This Episode:: Breast cancer prevention tips Importance of early detection Functional medicine approaches Impact of lifestyle on breast cancer Role of estrogen in health Show Notes: Follow @drroxannepero on Instagram Visit Dr. Pero's Alive and Well website Click here to learn more about Dr. Elana Roumell's Doctor Mom Membership, a membership designed for moms who want to be their child's number one health advocate! Click here to learn more about Steph Greunke, RD's Substack Mindset + Metabolism where women can learn how to nourish their bodies, hit their health and body composition goals, and become the most vibrant version of themselves.  Listen to today's episode on our website Dr. Pero graduated from Louisiana State University, received her M.D. from Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center of New Orleans, and subsequently completed her residency at University of Texas at Southwestern/Parkland Memorial Hospital in Dallas. She completed her board certification for the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. She completed 12 years of private practice in the field of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Infertility where she cared for thousands of amazing women and helped so many resilient families through high risk pregnancies.  For the last 3 years, she has stepped out of the hospital and into the holistic space.  She is a Diplomate/Fellow of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, a medical specialty that uses therapeutic lifestyle interventions as a primary modality to treat chronic conditions. She is board certified in Functional Medicine through the Institute of Functional Medicine. She currently has a thriving practice in Dallas, TX at Alive&Well Dallas. This Episode's Sponsors  Enjoy the health benefits of PaleoValley's products such as their supplements, superfood bars and meat sticks.  Receive 15% off your purchase by heading to paleovalley.com/doctormom  Discover for yourself why Needed is trusted by women's health practitioners and mamas alike to support optimal pregnancy outcomes. Try their 4 Part Complete Nutrition plan which includes a Prenatal Multi, Omega-3, Collagen Protein, and Pre/Probiotic. To get started, head to thisisneeded.com, and use code DOCTORMOM20 for 20% off Needed's Complete Plan! Active Skin Repair is a must-have for everyone to keep themselves and their families healthy and clean.  Keep a bottle in the car to spray your face after removing your mask, a bottle in your medicine cabinet to replace your toxic first aid products, and one in your outdoor pack for whatever life throws at you.  Use code DOCTORMOM to receive 20% off your order + free shipping (with $35 minimum purchase). Visit BLDGActive.com to order.   INTRODUCE YOURSELF to Steph and Dr. Elana on Instagram. They can't wait to meet you! @stephgreunke @drelanaroumell Please remember that the views and ideas presented on this podcast are for informational purposes only.  All information presented on this podcast is for informational purposes and not intended to serve as a substitute for the consultation, diagnosis, and/or medical treatment of a healthcare provider. Consult with your healthcare provider before starting any diet, supplement regimen, or to determine the appropriateness of the information shared on this podcast, or if you have any questions regarding your treatment plan.  

Robyn Tiger, MD, DipABLM is a double board-certified physician in Diagnostic Radiology and Lifestyle Medicine and a trauma-informed mind-body expert. As founder of the wellness practice, StressFreeMD, she uniquely combines her training in medicine, yoga therapy, meditation & life coaching to teach others a whole person approach to relieve stress while increasing both lifespan and healthspan. Her innovative coaching, courses, presentations, retreats, podcast and book focus on creating effective behavior changes in the key topics of stress relief, nutrition, exercise, sleep, social connection, and nature while cultivating physical, mental, and emotional well-being and resilience.Dr. Tiger is the author of Feeling Stressed is Optional, a unique multimodal interactive book which combines engaging content, videos and worksheets for the most effective transformative experience. She serves as lead faculty and subject matter expert in stress management for the Foundations of Lifestyle Medicine Board Review Manual, hosts the StressFreeMD Podcast, and is a Western Carolina Medical Society Healthy Healer Partner.She is deeply passionate about successfully guiding others to become the best versions of themselves and live their healthiest, happiest, most fulfilling lives.Some of the topics we discussed were:How meditation can help with stress reliefThe three key ways meditation changes the shape of the brain to reduce stressHow meditation can help to process emotions Techniques for using meditation to process emotionsThe wealth of information available on Dr. Tiger's website for learning more about meditationWhere to find easily accessible free resources for beginners to meditationiRest meditation methodsQuick stress relief tips Dr. Tiger calls “stress-free snacks” How introverts can incorporate social connection more actively into their lifeAnd more!Learn more about me or schedule a FREE coaching call:https://www.joyfulsuccessliving.com/Join the Voices of Women Physicians Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/190596326343825/Connect with Dr. Tiger:Website:www.stressfreemd.net Dr. Tiger's book:Feeling Stressed Is OptionalThe StressFreeMD Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-stressfreemd-podcast/id1578332294

Special guest Jean-Venable “Kelly” R. Goode, PharmD, BCPS, FAPhA, FCCP, Professor and Director of the Community-Based Residency Program at the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Pharmacy, join(s) us to talk about immunizations.Listen in as we discuss the latest COVID-19, influenza, and RSV vaccine recommendations and answer some common questions about giving vaccines.You'll also hear practical advice from TRC Editorial Advisory Board member, Stephen Carek, MD, CAQSM, DipABLM, the Program Director for the Prisma Health/USC School of Medicine Greenville Family Medicine Residency Program and Clinical Associate Professor at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine, Greenville.For the purposes of disclosure, Dr. Goode reports relevant financial relationships [vaccines] with Pfizer, Valneva (honorarium). The other speakers have nothing to disclose.  All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated.TRC Healthcare offers CE credit for this podcast. Log in to your Pharmacist's Letter, Pharmacy Technician's Letter,or Prescriber Insights account and look for the title of this podcast in the list of available CE courses.Claim CreditThe clinical resources mentioned during the podcast are part of a subscription to Pharmacist's Letter and Prescriber Insights: Chart: Flu Vaccines for 2024-25 (United States)Chart: COVID-19 Vaccines 2024-25 (United States)FAQ: Preventing RSVResource Hub: Immunization Resource HubIf you're not yet a subscriber, find out more about our product offerings at trchealthcare.com. Follow, rate, and review this show in your favorite podcast app. Find the show on YouTube by searching for ‘TRC Healthcare' or clicking here. You can also reach out to provide feedback or make suggestions by emailing us at ContactUs@trchealthcare.com.

Robyn Tiger, MD, DipABLM is a double board-certified physician in Diagnostic Radiology and Lifestyle Medicine and a trauma-informed mind-body expert. As founder of the wellness practice, StressFreeMD, she uniquely combines her training in medicine, yoga therapy, meditation & life coaching to teach others a whole person approach to relieve stress while increasing both lifespan and healthspan. Her innovative coaching, courses, presentations, retreats, podcast and book focus on creating effective behavior changes in the key topics of stress relief, nutrition, exercise, sleep, social connection, and nature while cultivating physical, mental, and emotional well-being and resilience.Dr. Tiger is the author of Feeling Stressed is Optional, a unique multimodal interactive book which combines engaging content, videos and worksheets for the most effective transformative experience. She serves as lead faculty and subject matter expert in stress management for the Foundations of Lifestyle Medicine Board Review Manual, hosts the StressFreeMD Podcast, and is a Western Carolina Medical Society Healthy Healer Partner.She is deeply passionate about successfully guiding others to become the best versions of themselves and live their healthiest, happiest, most fulfilling lives.  Some of the topics we discussed were:How to deal with stress from a natural disasterHow Dr. Tiger's stress relief tools helped her and the people around her deal with the stress of having to evacuate during Hurricane HeleneWhy stress relief is so important during natural disastersWhat to do to in days of uncertainty to deal with stress in a natural disaster Ideas that can help with getting good sleep when stressed and why they are helpfulAnd more!Learn more about me or schedule a FREE coaching call:https://www.joyfulsuccessliving.com/ Join the Voices of Women Physicians Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/190596326343825/ Connect with Dr. Tiger: Website:www.stressfreemd.net Dr. Tiger's book:Feeling Stressed Is OptionalThe StressFreeMD Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-stressfreemd-podcast/id1578332294

Robyn Tiger, MD, DipABLM is a double board-certified physician in Diagnostic Radiology and Lifestyle Medicine and a trauma-informed mind-body expert. As founder of the wellness practice, StressFreeMD, she uniquely combines her training in medicine, yoga therapy, meditation & life coaching to teach others a whole person approach to relieve stress while increasing both lifespan and healthspan. Her innovative coaching, courses, presentations, retreats, podcast and book focus on creating effective behavior changes in the key topics of stress relief, nutrition, exercise, sleep, social connection, and nature while cultivating physical, mental, and emotional well-being and resilience.Dr. Tiger is the author of Feeling Stressed is Optional, a unique multimodal interactive book which combines engaging content, videos and worksheets for the most effective transformative experience. She serves as lead faculty and subject matter expert in stress management for the Foundations of Lifestyle Medicine Board Review Manual, hosts the StressFreeMD Podcast, and is a Western Carolina Medical Society Healthy Healer Partner.She is deeply passionate about successfully guiding others to become the best versions of themselves and live their healthiest, happiest, most fulfilling lives.Some of the topics we discussed were:How Dr. Tiger's personal journey with stress led her to the whole person approach she uses todayHow Dr. Tiger optimized her book, Feeling Stressed is Optional, to be a culmination of all the ways and the different topics she's been teaching centralized in one placeThe resources that Feeling Stressed is Optional contains for active learningSome easy stress reduction tools from Dr. Tiger's book that people can actually implement todayTwo key components of breath that we can take over and control to help us feel calmerThe power of thoughts and how they affect the ability to withstand stressOne tool to deal with stress that Dr. Tiger recommendsThe free stress reduction resources on Dr. Tiger's website such as worksheets and short videosAnd more!Learn more about me or schedule a FREE coaching call:https://www.joyfulsuccessliving.com/Join the Voices of Women Physicians Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/190596326343825/Connect with Dr. Tiger:Website: www.stressfreemd.net Dr. Tiger's book: Feeling Stressed Is OptionalThe StressFreeMD Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-stressfreemd-podcast/id1578332294Previous podcast episodes with Dr. Tiger we mentioned during this interview:Ep 19: Healing Chronic Stress with Dr. Robyn TigerApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/voices-of-women-physicians/id1630624425?i=1000585464010Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1BENsOe3kNTZ7Z4WSBEKdS?si=KtVD-HDCQ3e7C8z_ghtFJA 

Special guest Stephen Carek, MD, CAQSM, DipABLM, Program Director for the Prisma Health/USC School of Medicine Greenville Family Medicine Residency Program and Clinical Associate Professor at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine, Greenville, joins us to talk about cultural competency in healthcare.Listen in as we discuss cultural differences and how biases can lead to disparities in healthcare.None of the speakers have anything to disclose. TRC Healthcare offers CE credit for this podcast. Log in to your Pharmacist's Letter or Prescriber Insights account and look for the title of this podcast in the list of available CE courses.Claim CreditThe clinical resources mentioned during the podcast are part of a subscription to Pharmacist's Letter and Prescriber Insights: Toolbox: Overcoming Patient Communication ChallengesIf you're not yet a Pharmacist's Letter or Prescriber Insights subscriber, find out more about our product offerings at trchealthcare.com. Follow or subscribe, rate, and review this show in your favorite podcast app. Find the show on YouTube by searching for ‘TRC Healthcare' or clicking here. You can also reach out to provide feedback or make suggestions by emailing us at ContactUs@trchealthcare.com.

Special guest Stephen Carek, MD, CAQSM, DipABLM, Program Director for the Prisma Health/USC School of Medicine Greenville Family Medicine Residency Program and Clinical Associate Professor at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine, Greenville, joins us to talk about implicit bias in healthcare.Listen in as we discuss the differences between implicit and explicit bias and how biases can lead to disparities in healthcare.None of the speakers have anything to disclose. TRC Healthcare offers CE credit for this podcast. Log in to your Pharmacist's Letter or Prescriber Insights account and look for the title of this podcast in the list of available CE courses.Claim CreditIf you're not yet a Pharmacist's Letter or Prescriber Insights subscriber, find out more about our product offerings at trchealthcare.com. Follow or subscribe, rate, and review this show in your favorite podcast app. Find the show on YouTube by searching for ‘TRC Healthcare' or clicking here. You can also reach out to provide feedback or make suggestions by emailing us at ContactUs@trchealthcare.com.

Special guest Lori A. Wilken, PharmD, FCCP, BCACP, NCTTP, AE-C, Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmacy Practice at the University of Illinois, Chicago, joins us to talkabout Asthma and COPD treatment.Listen in as we discuss answers to your big questions about treatment of asthma and COPD. You'll also hear practical advice from panelists on TRC's Editorial Advisory Board:Stephen Carek, MD, CAQSM, DipABLM, Clinical Assistant Professor of Family Medicine, Prisma Health/USC-SOMG Family Medicine Residency Program at the USC School of Medicine GreenvilleAndrea Darby Stewart, MD, Associate Director, Honor Health Family Medicine Residency Program and Clinical Professor of Family, Community & Occupational Medicine at the University of Arizona College of Medicine - PhoenixCraig D. Williams, PharmD, FNLA, BCPS, Clinical Professor of Pharmacy Practice at the Oregon Health and Science UniversityFor the purposes of disclosure, Dr. Wilken reports relevant financial relationships [pulmonary] with AstraZeneca/Simpson Healthcare, OptumRx. (consultant). The other speakers have nothing to disclose. All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated.TRC Healthcare offers CE credit for this podcast. Log in to your Pharmacist's Letter or Prescriber Insights account and look for the title of this podcast in the list of available CE courses.Claim CreditThe clinical resources mentioned during the podcast are part of a subscription to Pharmacist's Letter and Prescriber Insights: Chart: Biologics and Inhalation Medications for AsthmaChart: Inhaled Medications for COPDIf you're not yet a Pharmacist's Letter or Prescriber Insights subscriber, find out more about our product offerings at trchealthcare.com. Follow or subscribe, rate, and review this show in your favorite podcast app. Find the show on YouTube by searching for ‘TRC Healthcare' or clicking here. You can also reach out to provide feedback or make suggestions by emailing us at ContactUs@trchealthcare.com.

In part two of our chat with Dr. Judy, the Plant-Based MD, we dive into plant-based nutrition and why cheese is so addictive. We also explore the power of mindfulness, meditation, and the mind-body connection in the healing process. Dr. Judy opens up about how meditation helped her overcome chronic fatigue syndrome and shares tips on how you can get started with it too. We talk about the impact of stress on your health, the importance of rest, and how living in alignment with your purpose can make all the difference. Tune in for more valuable advice and find out how you can connect with Dr. Judy! === Dr. Judy Brangman:  Dr. Judy Brangman, MD, DipABLM, is an Internal Medicine Physician, speaker, entrepreneur, and holistic wellness expert. Through her online programs and YouTube channel, she empowers men and women of faith to optimize their health and grow spiritually. Her framework, P3, is the Believer's roadmap for thriving in any season of life. P3= Plants, Prayer, Peace.  https://www.theplantbasedmd.com/  https://www.instagram.com/theplantbasedmd  === If you're looking for transformation & purpose accountability & mentoring, my Flourish with Purpose coaching program might be for you! I help women gain clarity on their gifts and talents, drop their limiting beliefs, build deep rooted confidence, and Flourish in all areas of their lives. Watch this short video to learn more about me and how I can help you live in alignment here: www.amandavsevilla.com/coaching  Connect with me for daily inspiration to live your purpose on on my socials:  Instagram.com/amandavsevilla  Tiktok.com/@amandavsevilla   Youtube.com/@amandavsevilla  The Art of Allowing Newsletter: https://amandavsevilla.substack.com/   My Self-Guided Journal: https://payhip.com/b/Tv3PL  Keywords: plant-based nutrition, cheese addiction, mindfulness, meditation, mind-body connection, chronic fatigue syndrome, stress, rest, alignment, purpose By accessing this Podcast, I acknowledge that the entire contents are the property of Amanda Sevilla, or used by Amanda Sevilla with permission, and are protected under U.S. and international copyright and trademark laws. Except as otherwise provided herein, users of this Podcast may save and use information contained in the Podcast only for personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. No other use, including, without limitation, reproduction, retransmission or editing, of this Podcast may be made without the prior written permission of the host Amanda Sevilla, which may be requested by contacting flourishwithpurposepodcast@gmail.com. This podcast is for educational purposes only. The Flourish with Purpose Podcast host claims no responsibility to any person or entity for any liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly as a result of the use, application, or interpretation of the information presented herein.

In this episode, I chat with Dr. Judy Brangman, also known as the Plant Based MD, about her journey from traditional medicine to a more holistic approach. She talks about how self-awareness and listening to your intuition led her to focus on nutrition, spirituality, and stress management. Dr. Judy shares her P3 method—plants, prayer, and peace—and explains how she helps women heal their lives through this method. We also dive into the importance of therapy and holding onto hope as key steps in the healing process. If you're looking for inspiration to find your purpose and improve your wellness, this episode is for you! === Dr. Judy Brangman:  Dr. Judy Brangman, MD, DipABLM, is an Internal Medicine Physician, speaker, entrepreneur, and holistic wellness expert. Through her online programs and YouTube channel, she empowers men and women of faith to optimize their health and grow spiritually. Her framework, P3, is the Believer's roadmap for thriving in any season of life. P3= Plants, Prayer, Peace.  https://www.theplantbasedmd.com/  https://www.instagram.com/theplantbasedmd  === If you're looking for transformation & purpose accountability & mentoring, my Flourish with Purpose coaching program might be for you! I help women gain clarity on their gifts and talents, drop their limiting beliefs, build deep rooted confidence, and Flourish in all areas of their lives. Watch this short video to learn more about me and how I can help you live in alignment here: www.amandavsevilla.com/coaching  Connect with me for daily inspiration to live your purpose on on my socials:  Instagram.com/amandavsevilla  Tiktok.com/@amandavsevilla   Youtube.com/@amandavsevilla    The Art of Allowing Newsletter: https://amandavsevilla.substack.com/   My Self-Guided Journal: https://payhip.com/b/Tv3PL  Keywords: purpose, self-awareness, intuition, traditional medicine, holistic approach, nutrition, spirituality, stress management, P3 method, coaching, therapy, hope By accessing this Podcast, I acknowledge that the entire contents are the property of Amanda Sevilla, or used by Amanda Sevilla with permission, and are protected under U.S. and international copyright and trademark laws. Except as otherwise provided herein, users of this Podcast may save and use information contained in the Podcast only for personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. No other use, including, without limitation, reproduction, retransmission or editing, of this Podcast may be made without the prior written permission of the host Amanda Sevilla, which may be requested by contacting flourishwithpurposepodcast@gmail.com. This podcast is for educational purposes only. The Flourish with Purpose Podcast host claims no responsibility to any person or entity for any liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly as a result of the use, application, or interpretation of the information presented herein.

Welcome to Episode 75 of the Sustainable Clinical Medicine Podcast! In this episode, we dive into a compelling conversation with Dr. Robyn Tiger, a double board-certified physician, as she shares her remarkable journey from burnout symptoms to establishing a practice focused on the overall well-being of physicians. Dr. Tiger's story begins at an annual event where she felt like an outsider until she discovered lifestyle medicine, which focuses on addressing root causes and implementing key behavioural pillars. We explore her shift from traditional Western medicine to lifestyle medicine, emphasizing the importance of small, achievable changes and her involvement in creating programs to address stress and promote wellness in the medical community. Join us as we uncover the invaluable insights and practices Dr. Tiger offers for managing stress, addressing trauma, and fostering a healthier, more sustainable clinical approach. Here are 3 key takeaways from this episode: 1️. Lifestyle Medicine: Dr. Tiger's experience highlights the profound impact of lifestyle medicine in addressing the root causes of symptoms, illnesses, and diseases. The 6 key pillars of behaviours include stress management, helpful nutrition, adequate exercise, nourishing sleep, social connection, and avoidance of risky substances. 2️. Small, Achievable Changes: Making small, realistic lifestyle changes can lead to significant improvements. Dr. Tiger emphasizes guiding clinicians through an assessment and focusing on one area at a time to create sustainable, long-lasting behaviour changes. 3️. Mental Health and Trauma-Informed Care: Dr. Tiger's journey sheds light on the importance of recognizing early signs of stress, trauma, and mental health issues. She highlights the effectiveness of non-traditional methods such as yoga and meditation, and emphasizes the need to create safe spaces for healing and addressing trauma. Dr. Robyn Tiger Bio: Robyn Tiger, MD, DipABLM is a double board-certified physician in Diagnostic Radiology and Lifestyle Medicine. As founder of the physician wellness practice, StressFreeMD, she uniquely combines her trainings in medicine, yoga therapy, meditation & life coaching to teach other physicians a whole person approach to elevate their overall health & well-being while increasing longevity. Her innovative trauma-informed CME courses, coaching, presentations, retreats and podcast focus on the key topics of stress relief, nutrition, fitness, sleep, social connection, risky substances and nature. Dr. Tiger serves as lead faculty and subject-matter expert in stress management for the Foundations of Lifestyle Medicine Board Review Manual, host of the StressFreeMD Podcast, and Western Carolina Medical Society Healthy Healer Partner. Her strong desire to help physicians grew out of her many years in medical practice, experiencing and witnessing firsthand the need for physician self-care education. She is deeply passionate about successfully guiding physicians to become the best versions of themselves and live their healthiest, longest and most fulfilling lives! -------------- Would you like to view a transcript of this episode? Click here **** Charting Champions is a premiere, lifetime access Physician only program that is helping Physicians get home with today's work done. All the proven tools, support and community you need to create time for your life outside of medicine. Learn more at https://www.chartingcoach.ca **** Enjoying this podcast? Please share it with someone who would benefit. Also, don't forget to hit “follow” so you get all the new episodes as soon as they are released. **** Come hang out with me on Facebook or Instagram. Follow me @chartingcoach to get more practical tools to help you create sustainable clinical medicine in your life. **** Questions? Comments? Want to share how this podcast has helped you? Shoot me an email at admin@reachcareercoaching.ca. I would love to hear from you.

In this episode of the Wellness MD podcast, I sit down with the visionary Dr. Prerana Rudrapatna. Dr. Prerana shares her inspiring journey from a traditional healthcare background to pioneering a transformative approach to wellness.Dr. Prerana opens up about her roots and the pivotal experiences that propelled her towards a career dedicated to healing. She reflects on the moments that shaped her path and the realization that healthcare was more than a profession—it was a calling.Frustrated by the limitations of conventional clinic settings, Dr. Prerana discusses the catalysts for her advocacy for change. She highlights the need for a system that not only treats illness but also fosters proactive health and well-being.With candor, Dr. Prerana addresses how her South Asian heritage and the associated risk factors for cardiometabolic disease reframed her perspective on healthcare. She emphasizes the importance of culturally sensitive care and preventive strategies.Finally, Dr. Prerana discusses her transition to a more holistic health plan, like My Viva, and its profound impact on her life and medical practice. She advocates for a comprehensive approach that integrates physical, mental, and emotional well-being.Follow one of the following links if you would like to get in touch with Dr. Prerana.LinkedIn - Prerana Rudrapatna, MD, DipABLM, BHSc. | LinkedInMy Viva - For Physicians | My Viva Inc. (myvivaplan.com)Video introduction of My Viva Plan - https://youtu.be/_GuLJu8SVDg#LifestyleMedicine #HolisticHealth #MyViva #HealthcareEvolution #PatientEmpowerment #SocialDeterminantsOfHealth #PreventiveMedicine #HealthEducation #OptimalLiving

For a full transcript of this episode, click here. This conversation I am having with Dan Mendelson, my guest today, all started with a post that he had written on LinkedIn considering how pharmacy benefits can or should be optimized within the broader context of value-based care. Total cost of care, value-based medical care, and pharmacy benefits—these worlds have to collide. There is just so much intertwined into all of this, which is why I pretty much immediately invited him to come back on the pod to discuss in greater detail. A few years ago, I heard a doctor say that practicing medicine without considering pharmacy is like getting to the 90 yard line, putting down the ball, and walking off the field. And, yeah … when a patient gets to a certain point in a whole lot of disease progressions, optimal medical therapy includes pharmacy. It's a thing. Adherence is a thing. In fact, I saw a stat the other day that patients not taking their meds costs an estimated $3874 PEPY (per employee per year). Also, half of all hospital admits are caused by nonadherence. Those two stats, by the way, are from a post on LinkedIn by Brian Bellware, who was recapping a video from Eric Bricker, MD. But also, as Barbara Wachsman (EP430) said on the show, half, I think she said, of all ER visits are due to patients not taking their meds right. Olivia Webb (EP337) was on the pod, if you want to go back and listen to that one, talking about how she spends hours every month trying to figure out how to navigate access issues to manage to get her Crohn's disease drug. So, yeah … one underlying reason why a lot of this stuff happens is that pharmacy benefits are purchased and siloed a lot of times. In fact, I have yet to see, really, any mainstream contract wherein a PBM (pharmacy benefit manager) is held accountable in any way for downstream medical costs, which may be incurred because of suboptimal pharmacy benefit design, right? And there are so many examples of bad downstream medical impacts. I really like how Mark Fendrick, MD, put it in episode 308. He said benefits, including pharmacy benefits, are like peanut butter and jelly relative to enabling high-quality care. You gotta have both working in concert, like CMS or a plan sponsor just paid a ton of money to get a patient an organ transplant, and then the patient can't afford their transplant meds, which aren't on formulary and are really expensive, and therefore there's organ rejection. This happens. Or a patient with uncontrolled diabetes with a huge co-pay for insulin. Doctor says, “Hey, you gotta take your insulin.” Patient says, “Can't afford it.” Right? This makes no sense, and it's shockingly common. I'm thinking right now of that young man who died in the Midwest because he could not get his asthma inhaler. It wasn't on formulary. So, here's the game plan. I talk with Dan about the five kind of vital considerations he had brought up in that aforementioned LinkedIn post when considering how pharmacy benefits can or should be optimized within the broader context of value-based care. Dan's advice for the pharma industry is woven in here as much as his advice for EBCs (employee benefit consultants) and employers. I am sure that most of our listeners are going to be very familiar with Dan Mendelson, my guest today, and his work; but the quick background here is that he runs Morgan Health. The mission over there at Morgan Health is to drive innovation in employer-sponsored healthcare, and they do that by investing and working with their portfolio companies in the context of the 300,000 or so employees over at JPMorgan Chase. At the same time, Morgan Health also engages in policy discussions because, as Dan says, no one employer is going to control public policy. As a footnote here, I just will say that I actively seek out opportunities to listen to Dan Mendelson's thoughts. He has spoken a lot and really eloquently and with great insight about setting up the economic models for healthcare, not sick care. Recently, actually, he was on a panel at the Milken conference along with Natalie Davis; Yele Aluko, MD, MBA; and Henry Ting, MD. There are definitely insights to be gleaned. Also mentioned in this episode are Brian Bellware, CIC, CHVP; Eric Bricker, MD; Barbara Wachsman; Olivia Webb; Mark Fendrick, MD; Natalie Davis; Yele Aluko, MD, MBA, FACC, FSCAI; Henry Ting, MD; Ashok Subramanian; Rik Renard; Nina Lathia, RPh, MSc, PhD; Don Berwick, MD; Kenny Cole, MD; Steve Pearson, MD, MSc; Sarah Emond; Alex Sommers, MD, ABEM, DipABLM; and Jodilyn Owen. You can learn more at the Morgan Health Web site and follow Dan on LinkedIn.   Dan Mendelson is the chief executive officer of Morgan Health at JPMorgan Chase & Co. He oversees a business unit at JPMorgan Chase focused on accelerating the delivery of new care models that improve the quality, equity, and affordability of employer-sponsored healthcare. Mendelson was previously founder and CEO of Avalere Health, a healthcare advisory company based in Washington, DC. He also served as operating partner at Welsh Carson, a private equity firm. Before founding Avalere, Mendelson served as associate director for health at the Office of Management and Budget in the Clinton White House. Mendelson currently serves on the boards of Vera Whole Health and Champions Oncology (CSBR). He is also an adjunct professor at the Georgetown University McDonough School of Business. He previously served on the boards of Coventry Healthcare, HMS Holdings, Pharmerica, Partners in Primary Care, Centrexion, and Audacious Inquiry. Mendelson holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Oberlin College and a Master of Public Policy (MPP) from the Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University.   04:50 How do we connect the dots between value-based care and pharmacy benefits? 07:43 Where do things need to go for employers in terms of drug spend integration? 08:42 How do we think about having a value-based component in the decision-making process? 09:44 How do we enable the necessary information to make proper decisions? 10:56 EP206 with Ashok Subramanian. 11:21 “Many payviders just haven't gotten to pharmacy yet; they need to.” 14:14 Why do pharmaceutical companies need to be prepared to contract on the basis of value? 16:46 EP426 with Nina Lathia, RPh, MSc, PhD. 17:36 EP431 with Kenny Cole, MD. 18:07 Why is it important to “let the market work”? 21:04 Why do we have cost sharing, and when does it not make sense to have that as a co-pay? 23:59 Why are evidence requirements good for everyone? 28:45 Why is pooling of risk important? 29:49 How do you pool risk without going to an insurance company? 32:03 What is Dan's advice to hospitals? 33:30 “In a value-based world, buy and bill does not make sense.” 33:36 What is Dan's advice to primary care doctors? 33:54 What is Dan's advice to entrepreneurs and innovators?   You can learn more at the Morgan Health Web site and follow Dan on LinkedIn.   @dnmendelson discusses #pharmacybenefits on our #healthcarepodcast. #healthcare #podcast #digitalhealth #healthcareleadership #healthcaretransformation #healthcareinnovation   Recent past interviews: Click a guest's name for their latest RHV episode! 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In this episode, Po and Dr. Rak welcome Dr. Gebre Nida, MD, FACE, DipABLM, whose remarkable journey from the rugged terrains of rural Ethiopia to the forefront of lifestyle medicine in North Carolina epitomizes resilience and transformative care. Born in a village without electricity, Dr. Nida walked hours to school daily, a testament to his commitment to education and betterment. Now a triple board-certified endocrinologist, he integrates lifestyle medicine into his practice, profoundly impacting patients battling chronic diseases like type 2 diabetes. In this episode, Dr. Nida shares his personal story and professional insights, demonstrating how deep empathy and dedicated care can revolutionize healthcare. Listen as we explore how overcoming extreme obstacles equipped him to change lives through a unique blend of medicine and compassion. Takeaways Perseverance and determination are key to overcoming challenges and achieving success. Education is a powerful tool that can transform lives and open doors to opportunities. Community support and mentorship play a crucial role in helping individuals reach their full potential. Gratitude and a positive mindset can help navigate difficult circumstances and fuel personal growth. Lifestyle medicine is a powerful approach to healthcare that focuses on empowering patients to take control of their health through healthier living. Lowering systemic inflammation is key to healing the body and preventing chronic diseases. Prioritizing self-care, including exercise and a healthy diet, is essential for healthcare professionals to lead by example and effectively promote lifestyle medicine. Addressing chronic diseases requires a holistic approach that includes diet, exercise, stress management, and social connections. Timestamps: 00:00 A Glimpse into a Challenging Childhood 00:56 Meeting Gebre: A Journey of Transformation 06:15 Gebre's Origin Story: From Rural Ethiopia to Medical Excellence 08:18 The Struggles and Triumphs of Pursuing Education 12:25 The Journey to Becoming a Board Certified Physician in the U.S. 37:57 Embracing a New Perspective on Medicine and Health 45:30 Challenging the Status Quo: A Doctor's Transformation 51:20 Revolutionizing Diabetes Management with Lifestyle Medicine 52:03 The Power of 10-Minute Consultations 52:56 Preparing for Patient Encounters: A Personalized Approach 55:13 Empowering Patients in Rural North Carolina 55:49 Overcoming Systemic Resistance to Lifestyle Medicine 01:04:25 Personal Journey: From Burnout to Empowerment 01:11:09 The Impact of Lifestyle Medicine Beyond the Clinic 01:11:47 Balancing Professional Commitment and Self-Care 01:25:26 The Future of Medicine: A Call to Action 01:28:33 Closing Thoughts: Food as the Foundation of Health Online Platforms: Connect with Dr. Nida on LinkedIn Guest Bio: Gebreselassie (Gebre) Nida, MD, is a full-time general endocrinology practitioner in North Carolina. He is board-certified in internal medicine, endocrinology, and lifestyle medicine. He was born and raised in Ethiopia, where he attended undergraduate and medical school. He did his residency in internal medicine and a fellowship in endocrinology, diabetes, and metabolism in Michigan. Dr. Nida always attempts to provide compassionate, comprehensive, patient-centered assistance in patients' healthcare decisions. He practices evidence-based medicine and, as much as he can, engages patients in sometimes serious discussions to clear up myths and misinformation. Dr. Nida is a member of many medical societies, including the American Diabetes Association, American Association of Clinical Endocrinology, North Carolina Medical Society, and American College of Lifestyle Medicine. He is the chair of the Cone Health lifestyle medicine steering committee. Follow @thehealthfeast on IG and YT for more. The Health Feast is available where you get podcasts and thehealthfeast.com. Have a question or comment for Dr. Rak and Po? You can submit them on our website https://www.thehealthfeast.com Disclaimer: The Health Feast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute providing medical advice or professional services. As with any changes affecting your health, we recommend and encourage you to consult your medical doctor or other qualified healthcare professionals before making lifestyle changes. The opinions expressed are our own and do not necessarily reflect the views of our employers.

If you've ever felt like your topic or message may be overwhelming to your audience or the issue you want to address is a really big one and you're not sure how your audience is going to relate to it or know how to take action, you're going to appreciate this conversation. My guest is Dr. Neha Pathak, a physician and lead medical editor at WebMD, who graduated from our Thought Leader Academy last fall. Neha and I talk about: Her roles as a primary care physician, lead medical editor at WebMD, and host of WebMD's podcast How she came to her signature talk topic and thought leadership message The different ways that thought leadership develops The benefits of giving your audience an acronym (framework) The power of storytelling for any topic and any audience and how learning this has influenced Neha's writing Claiming the identity as a thought leader and what that means Her speaking experiences and insights (especially for those of you who may be procrastinators!) About My Guest: Neha Pathak, MD, FACP, DipABLM, is lead medical editor at WebMD and is board certified in both internal medicine and lifestyle medicine. She's on the medical team responsible for ensuring the accuracy of health information on WebMD and reports on topics related to lifestyle and environmental impacts on health. Pathak is a graduate of Harvard University and Weill Medical College of Cornell University. She completed her certificate in climate change and health communication from Yale School of Public Health. She lives in Atlanta with her husband and children. About Us: The Speaking Your Brand podcast is hosted by Carol Cox. At Speaking Your Brand, we help women entrepreneurs and professionals clarify their brand message and story, create their signature talks, and develop their thought leadership platforms. Our mission is to get more women in positions of influence and power because it's through women's stories, voices, and visibility that we challenge the status quo and change existing systems. Check out our coaching programs at https://www.speakingyourbrand.com.  Links:  Show notes at https://www.speakingyourbrand.com/384/  Neha hosts WebMD's podcast “Health Discovered”: https://www.webmd.com/podcasts/default.htm  Neha's article: https://yaleclimateconnections.org/2024/02/im-a-doctor-heres-what-western-medicine-misunderstands-about-nature/  Discover your Speaker Archetype by taking our free quiz at https://www.speakingyourbrand.com/quiz/ Enroll in our Thought Leader Academy: https://www.speakingyourbrand.com/academy/  Connect on LinkedIn: Carol Cox = https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolcox Dr. Neha Pathak (guest) = https://www.linkedin.com/in/neha-pathak-md/ Related Podcast Episodes: Episode 329: From Compelled to Take Action to TEDx Speaker with Dr. Nicole Rochester Episode 338: Escaping the Expert Trap: From Academic Presenter to Sought-After Speaker with Dr. Teri DeLucca

In this episode of 'The Health Feast,' Dr. Rak is joined by Dr. Shilpi Pradhan, an ophthalmologist and an innovator in Lifestyle Medicine and publishing. Dr. Pradhan delves into her transformative journey into lifestyle medicine after a personal health scare, which not only led to significant improvements in her well-being but also the unexpected birth of her third child at age 40 after lifestyle changes corrected underlying hormonal issues. As a result, she has shifted in her medical practice towards embracing and educating patients on the principles of lifestyle medicine. Additionally, Dr. Pradhan offers a glimpse into the world of self-publishing with her project 'How Healers Heal,' a compilation of powerful healing stories from lifestyle medicine practitioners. This episode unveils the profound impact of nutrition, the therapeutic power of personal narratives in healing, and the unique ability of self-publishing to spread these essential messages of health and wellness. Timestamps: [00:00:28] Plant-based nutrition and lifestyle. [00:10:38] Lifestyle medicine origin stories. [00:13:30] Plant-based diet and fertility. [00:16:11] Impact of gluten on health. [00:22:49] Nutrition training in medical school. [00:25:11] Lifestyle medicine and dry eye. [00:30:05] Inspiring children's book publishing. [00:35:27] Mind muscle connection. [00:37:51] Memoir about pregnancy and loss. [00:43:56] Embracing mindset and life philosophy. [00:47:52] Gratitude and personal growth. [00:50:28] Health coaching and wellness programs. Books and Publications Mentioned: How to Beat the Heart Attack Gene How Healers Heal (Book) Goodbye Dry Eye (Book) Tara the Dolphin (Children's Book) Online Platforms: Dr. Shilpi Pradhan's Amazon Author Page Dr. Shilpi Pradhan's YouTube Channel Dr. Shilpi Pradhan's Facebook Page Dr. Shilpi Pradhan's Website Guest Bio Dr. Pradhan is a board-certified Ophthalmologist, dry eye specialist, board-certified Lifestyle Medicine doctor, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and a mom of four. Dr. Pradhan opened her solo private practice called Eye Doctor MD PC in Glen Allen, Virginia in 2015. She has been board-certified in Ophthalmology since 2009. She became a dry eye specialist to help herself and her patients with dry eye disease and she has published a book called “Goodbye, Dry Eye” and also has an online course on the topic. Her health challenges inspired her to learn about nutrition and ultimately become board-certified in Lifestyle Medicine (LM) in 2020. This shift in her health transformed her family and she shares her story in the compilation book “How Healers Heal” which also showcases the stories of 33 LM women physicians and their health struggles and transformations using LM. This book is a fundraiser for the HEAL scholarship through the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. Dr. Pradhan is a life-long learner who loves sharing her knowledge with patients, their families, and students. She is a devoted mother of four and wife to Dr. Kumar Abhishek. Follow @thehealthfeast on IG and YT for more. The Health Feast is available where you get podcasts and thehealthfeast.com. Have a question or comment for Dr. Rak and Po? You can submit them on our website https://www.thehealthfeast.com Disclaimer: The Health Feast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute providing medical advice or professional services. As with any changes affecting your health, we recommend and encourage you to consult your medical doctor or other qualified healthcare professionals before making lifestyle changes. The opinions expressed are our own and do not necessarily reflect the views of our employers.

Special guest Jennifer N. Clements, PharmD, FCCP, FADCES, BCPS, CDCES, BCACP, BC-ADM,  Clinical Professor and Director of Pharmacy Education from the University of South Carolina College of Pharmacy joins us to talk about meds for obesity and weight loss.Listen in as they discuss management of overweight and obesity, including the role of newer injectable medications, oral options, and lifestyle changes.You'll also hear practical advice from panelists on TRC's Editorial Advisory Board:Stephen Carek, MD, CAQSM, DipABLM, Clinical Assistant Professor of Family Medicine, Prisma Health/USC-SOMG Family Medicine Residency Program at the USC School of Medicine GreenvilleAndrea Darby Stewart, MD, Associate Director, Honor Health Family Medicine Residency Program and Clinical Professor of Family, Community & Occupational Medicine at the University of Arizona College of Medicine - PhoenixCraig D. Williams, PharmD, FNLA, BCPS, Clinical Professor of Pharmacy Practice at the Oregon Health and Science UniversityFor the purposes of disclosure, Dr. Clements reports relevant financial relationships [GLP-1 agonists] with Eli Lilly, Novo Nordisk (speakers bureau).TRC Healthcare offers CE credit for this podcast. Log in to your Pharmacist's Letter or Prescriber Insights account and look for the title of this podcast in the list of available CE courses.The clinical resources mentioned during the podcast are part of a subscription to Pharmacist's Letter and Prescriber Insights: Chart: Weight Loss ProductsToolbox: Weight Loss: Helping Your Overweight and Obese PatientsIf you're not yet a Pharmacist's Letter or Prescriber Insights subscriber, find out more about our product offerings at trchealthcare.com. Follow or subscribe, rate, and review this show in your favorite podcast app. You can also reach out to provide feedback or make suggestions by emailing us at ContactUs@trchealthcare.com.

We are so happy to announce that on the last Friday of each month, April Hirschberg, M.D., DipABLM, will be joining Dr. Juna for regular conversations about the science of resilience. We will share what we learn on our journey as mom-M.D.s specializing in lifestyle and mind-body medicine. We will also discuss evidence based, simple tools that can prevent and mitigate common mental and physical health problems. April is an instructor in Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School, and Medical Co-Director of Mind Body Health at Home Base, a Red Sox Foundation and Massachusetts General Hospital Program. Ask April and Juna questions and they'll answer them on episodes published on the last Friday of each month. Just go to MindBodySpace.com/podcast, subscribe, and enter the question on the form. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MINDBODYSPACE Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@fallasleepeasy Find out more about April Here: https://researchers.mgh.harvard.edu/profile/3191593/April-Hirschberg https://aprilhirschberg.com/ https://instituteofcoaching.org/users/april-hirschberg-md-dipablm --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mindbodyspace/support

In this episode, Dr. Shillcutt and Dr. Tiger discuss:  The most common symptoms of stress and which ones NOT to ignore  Ways to combat both chronic and acute stress  Easy breath work that may save your life  How stress is our #1 Killer   Robyn Tiger, MD, DipABLM is a double board-certified physician in Diagnostic Radiology and Lifestyle Medicine. As founder of the physician wellness practice, StressFreeMD, she uniquely combines her trainings in medicine, yoga therapy, meditation & life coaching to teach other physicians a whole person approach to elevate their overall health and happiness. Her innovative CME courses, coaching, presentations, retreats and podcast focus on the key topics of stress relief, nutrition, fitness, sleep and social connection for complete physical, mental, and emotional well-being, resilience and longevity.   Dr. Tiger serves as lead faculty and subject matter expert in stress management for the Foundations of Lifestyle Medicine Board Review Manual, host of the StressFreeMD Podcast and Western Carolina Medical Society Healthy Healer Partner.   When she's not busy supporting her colleagues, Robyn can be found enjoying her own self-care through hiking, paddle boarding, meditating, yoga, playing with her dog, husband and kids in the mountains of Asheville, NC.  Quotes: “If you feel yourself moving farther away from yourself, it is likely from chronic stress and it is time to evaluate what is going on.” - Dr. Robyn Tiger   “Stress is America's number one killer.” - Dr. Robyn Tiger   “Stress is the umbrella that our chronic symptoms call fall under and when we don't feel ourselves, it is time for us to take a step back and evaluate.” - Dr. Robyn Tiger   Episode Links:  Brave Balance Masterclass BE24 Conference Season 12 Sponsor - The Coach Firm The Coach Firm is a women-owned business that certifies life coaches in our signature method that focuses on mindset, coaching tools, and emotional regulation. Follow Brave Enough:   WEBSITE | INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | TWITTER | LINKEDIN Join The Table, Brave Enough's community. The ONLY professional membership group that meets both the professional and personal needs of high-achieving women.

In today's episode, I engage in a compelling conversation with two dear friends and accomplished professionals, Dr. Neha Pathak and Dr. Joyce Varughese, on navigating the pressures of college and societal expectations. They offer insightful advice for the next generation, urging a pursuit of passion over predefined paths. Join us as they candidly discuss the complexities of finding contentment amid the pursuit of success.BioDr. Joyce Varughese is a highly accomplished gynecologic oncology surgeon, specializing in pre-cancers and cancers of the female reproductive tract. Having graduated from Harvard College, Yale University, and Albert Einstein College of Medicine, she is a clinical assistant professor at Rowan University and Temple University's Lewis Katz School of Medicine. Dr. Varughese is recognized for her expertise in robotic surgery, complemented by her dedication to teaching and involvement in international medical initiatives. Currently serving as the Medical Director of Gynecologic Oncology at Capital Health, she is also a devoted wife and mother who enjoys running, hiking, and family time.Neha Pathak MD, FACP, DipABLM is board certified in both internal medicine and lifestyle medicine andworks as Chief Physician Editor for Health and Lifestyle Medicine and host of WebMD's HealthDiscovered podcast. She reports on topics related to lifestyle, climate change, and environmentalimpacts on health for WebMD and Medscape, and is a regular contributor to Yale Climate Connections.She is a member of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine board of directors and Chair of the GlobalSustainability Committee. Dr. Pathak is also a lecturer at the Yale School of Public Health where shefacilitates coursework on climate change and health. She is a founding member of Georgia Clinicians forClimate Action. She has been invited to join the National Academy of Medicine's Communicating aboutClimate Change and Health Project expert panel. Through all of her work, she hopes to educatehealthcare professionals and the public about the health impacts of climate change and environmentalpollution and the health benefits of climate action. She lives in Atlanta with her husband and children.Access free resources and learn more about Sheila and her team at Signet Education at signeteducation.com or on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheilaakbar/.

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Special guest Sarah E. Stumbar, MD, MPH, Assistant Dean for Clinical Education, Office of Medical Education and Associate Professor of Family Medicine, Department of Medical Education from the Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine, Florida International University joins us to talk about oral contraceptives.Listen in as our expert panel discusses safety and efficacy of combined oral contraceptives and progestin-only pills.  They'll also prepare you to help patients navigate norgestrel tablets, the first over the counter daily oral contraceptive.You'll also hear practical advice from panelists on TRC's Editorial Advisory Board:Stephen Carek, MD, CAQSM, DipABLM, Clinical Assistant Professor of Family Medicine, Prisma Health/USC-SOMG Family Medicine Residency Program at the USC School of Medicine GreenvilleCraig D. Williams, PharmD, FNLA, BCPS, Clinical Professor of Pharmacy Practice at the Oregon Health and Science UniversityNone of the speakers have anything to disclose. TRC Healthcare offers CE credit for this podcast. Log in to your Pharmacist's Letter or Prescriber Insights account and look for the title of this podcast in the list of available CE courses.The clinical resources mentioned during the podcast are part of a subscription to Pharmacist's Letter and Prescriber Insights: FAQ: Choosing a ContraceptiveChart: Comparison of Oral Contraceptives and Non-Oral Alternatives (United States)Chart: Comparison of Oral Contraceptives and Non-Oral Alternatives (Canada)If you're not yet a Pharmacist's Letter or Prescriber Insights subscriber, find out more about our product offerings at trchealthcare.com. Follow or subscribe, rate, and review this show in your favorite podcast app. You can also reach out to provide feedback or make suggestions by emailing us at ContactUs@trchealthcare.com.

Who doesn't want to live a better, healthier life? Basically, everyone desires it. However, challenges always stand in the way of achieving good health. In this episode, Dr. Tolulope Olabintan, owner and CEO of Livingspring Family Medical Center, shares her background as a family medicine and lifestyle medicine physician, emphasizing the significance of both quantity and quality of life in patient care. She also mentions the joy she finds in helping patients improve their well-being through weight loss and increased mobility. Additionally, she discusses the challenges people face in adopting healthier habits, including negative mindsets and beliefs that they are destined to follow their family's health history. Dr. Olabintan provides tips for living a healthier life, such as incorporating movement into daily routines, increasing fruit and vegetable intake, and minding one's thoughts to positively influence actions and decisions. Don't miss out on the insights that can transform your well-being. Tune in now for a healthier, happier you!    Episode Highlights: About Dr. Tolulope Olabintan Challenges people face in adopting a healthier lifestyle Tips for living a more healthier life Move Eat more fruits and vegetables Mind your mind Make water your drink of choice Get good sleep Active self care Prioritize taking care of your lives and making it a priority in the new year Connect with Dr. Tolulope Olabintan: Website | www.livingspringmedicals.com Clubhouse | @dr_olabintan Facebook | www.facebook.com/livingspringmedicals Instagram | @dr_olabintanmd Linked In | www.linkedin.com/in/tolulope-olabintan-md-faafp-dipabl Tiktok | @dr_olabintan Youtube| www.youtube.com/@dr.tolulopeolabintanmd62 About Dr. Tolulope Olabintan Dr. Tolulope Olabintan, MD, AAHIVS, FAAFP, DipABLM is a Board-Certified Family Physician, Board certified with American Board of Lifestyle Medicine, and a Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians. She also completed a Women's Health Fellowship and is a certified HIV specialist by the American Academy of HIV Medicine. She is fondly called by her patients as "Dr. O."  Dr. O is also the owner and CEO of Livingspring Family Medical Center, a primary care center located in Mansfield, Texas. She has over 13 years of medical experience. She helps patients live long and well as she believes the quantity of life is just as important as the quality of life. She places emphasis on lifestyle changes that help patients thrive throughout life. Furthermore, Dr. O is a life-enthusiast, a Christian, wife, and mom who enjoys good cuisine and can't get enough of the colors teal and orange.  Resources: FREE! Discover the 5 Reasons Your Weight-Loss Journey Has Gotten Derailed (And How To Get Back On Track!)

In today's episode we talk about the Food is Medicine Movement.  My guests are Drs. Jaclyn Albin and Minako Abe.  Food Is Medicine is the provision of healthy food to prevent, manage or treat chronic disease within our health care system by closing the gap between a medical nutrition prescription and the ability of a patient to fill and consume it on a regular basis. We reference the 2023 paper published in Circulation: Food Is Medicine: A Presidential Advisory From the American Heart Association by Volpp KG et al Jaclyn Albin, M.D., CCMS, DipABLM, is an Associate Professor in the Departments of Internal Medicine and Pediatrics at UT Southwestern Medical Center. She specializes in internal medicine, pediatrics, lifestyle medicine, and culinary medicine.  Minako Abe, MD, BCEM, DipABLM has dual board certifications from the United States in Emergency Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine. She has had 15 years of clinical experience in Emergency Medicine in New York and New Jersey.  Since 2014, she has worked with the Hakushin Koseikai Medical Foundation and as a director of the International Society for Personalized Medicine. She is the vice-president of the Tokyo Cancer Clinic and is actively engaged in research and activities to further the fields of Lifestyle, Cellular Immunotherapy, and Regenerative Medicine. 

Lifestyle medicine is a medical specialty that uses therapeutic lifestyle interventions as a primary modality to treat chronic conditions including, but not limited to, cardiovascular diseases, type 2 diabetes, and obesity. The six pillars of lifestyle medicine are a whole-food plant-predominant dietary pattern, physical activity, stress management and emotional wellness, sleep, avoidance of tobacco and risky substances, and positive social connectedness. Check out the American College of Lifestyle Medicine to learn more. https://lifestylemedicine.org/ In this podcast episode, Sersie and Gigi sit down with Dr. Janel Gordon to talk about her personal journey into lifestyle medicine and how she's incorporated it into her practice. They also unpack the challenges of our current healthcare system, how to navigate eating plant-based at restaurants and cafes, and more! Join the Healthy Christian Woman Bootcamp: https://www.healthyformypurpose.com/healthy-christian-woman-bootcamp About Dr. Gordon: Dr. Janel Gordon, M.D., DipABOM, DipABLM, is a Triple Board Certified Family, Obesity & Lifestyle Medicine Physician Leader, experienced in Corporate Employer-Sponsored Healthcare, HealthTech Startup, and Primary Care, with clinical expertise in obesity and chronic disease prevention, management, and reversal. She is certified in Culinary Coaching by Harvard Medical School and Plant-based Nutrition by the T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies. Recently, Dr. Gordon was selected as a Leading Physician Well-being Fellow with the American Academy of Family Physicians, through which she is receiving additional training in executive leadership, quality improvement, program development, and systemic change. Dr. Gordon has a proven track record of streamlining processes, with a focus on quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness, to improve the well-being of individuals and organizations. She empowers others to execute ideas and unlock their fullest potential. Dr. Gordon enjoys partnering with stakeholders and community members to understand local health drivers better, increase access to care, education, nutritious foods, safe spaces for physical activity, and technology to improve health outcomes and decrease healthcare expenditures. Personally, she enjoys spending time with loved ones, traveling, and discovering delicious and nutritious foods near and far. Follow Dr. Gordon on Instagram: @janelgordonmd; connect with her on LinkedIn and Facebook. Learn more about Sersie & Gigi: https://www.healthyformypurpose.com/about Get recipes! https://danielsplate.com/ Give us a follow on IG: @healthyformypurpose --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/healthyformypurpose/message

GET MY FREE INSTANT POT COOKBOOK: https://www.chefaj.com/instant-pot-download ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ MY LATEST BESTSELLING BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1570674086?tag=onamzchefajsh-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=1570674086&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1GNPDCAG4A86S ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The content of this podcast is provided for informational or educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice or care. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health issue without consulting your doctor. Always seek medical advice before making any lifestyle changes. Rak ("Rock") Jotwani, MD, DipABLM, combines over 15 years of expertise in internal and lifestyle medicine, demonstrating a profound commitment to transforming healthcare through lifestyle changes. As the founder of RAK Your Life, Dr. Rak extends his reach nationally, offering virtual care that emphasizes community and personal transformation through direct membership care. Dr. Rak's own journey with health is not just a narrative; it's the driving force behind his empathetic and evidence-based approach. By walking the talk, he serves as a living testament to the lifestyle he advocates, a story he shares to motivate others towards their health goals. He is the engine behind "RAK ON," a weekly newsletter fostering a cycle of self-discovery and improvement through Roots reflections, Awareness activities, and Kindness opportunities. Each edition is a step towards deeper health consciousness and compassion. Dr. Rak also co-hosts "The Health Feast" podcast alongside his friend Po, where they serve up insightful conversations on a variety of health topics, aiming to nourish minds and inspire proactive health decisions. Deeply invested in health equity, Dr. Rak actively participates in the HEAL Initiative by the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, promoting access to healthy lifestyle choices as a right for all. His credentials include a robust medical training background from the University of Chicago and a residency at UCSF, enriching his practice with a wealth of knowledge and expertise. In his personal life, Dr. Rak is a vegan, an avid weightlifter, and a mindfulness practitioner, further exemplifying the balance of a well-rounded lifestyle. Links: RAK Your Life telehealth services: https://www.rakyourlife.com/ Subscribe to the RAK ON newsletter: https://rakyourlife.substack.com/ Listen to The Health Feast podcast: https://www.thehealthfeast.com/ Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doctorrak/

Your body is an instrument of thought. Top leaders understand how to connect with their body, listen to their body and control their body for optimal leadership and personal success. Today we have top thought leader and doctor in somatics, Dr. Robyn Tiger who is discussing why it is important to get reconnected to our bodies. Her work greatly aligns with CAFFE's NeuroSomatic Creativity®'s belief that we need to better link our mind, body, brain and spirit to have the best chance for a life well lived.Robyn Tiger, MD, DipABLM is a double board-certified physician in Diagnostic Radiology and Lifestyle Medicine. As founder of the wellness practice, StressFreeMD, she uniquely combines her trainings in medicine, yoga therapy, meditation & life coaching to teach others a whole person approach to elevate their overall health and happiness. Her innovative CME courses, coaching, presentations, retreats and podcast focus on the key topics of stress relief, nutrition, fitness, sleep and social connection for complete physical, mental, and emotional well-being, resilience and longevity. She is deeply passionate about successfully guiding others to become the best versions of themselves and live their healthiest most fulfilling lives!To learn more about Robyn, visit:Web: https://www.stressfreemd.net/ Web: https://www.stressfreemd.net/free-self-care-videosLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robyntigermd/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stressfreemd/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robyn.frankel.tigerTwitter: https://twitter.com/robyntigermdTo learn more, visit:https://caffestrategies.com/Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/genein-letford/

Amber Orman, MD, DipABLM is a double board-certified radiation oncologist and lifestyle medicine specialist focusing on breast cancer treatment and prevention. She is the first ever Chief Wellness Office (CWO) of AdventHealth Medical Group, working to improve the well-being of her colleagues. She is also the co-founder of HEAL (Healthy Eating and Active Lifestyle) program at AdventHealth in Orlando, Florida. HEAL is an 8-week lifestyle medicine program designed to educate and inspire cancer patients to make positive changes to decrease cancer recurrence and improve overall healthspan. She collaborates with the American College of Lifestyle Ventures as well as an Assistant Professor at the University of Central Florida College of Medicine. She is a mother to 3 teenagers and 2 poodles, wife to a witty nephrologist, loves her daily yoga, and ultrarunner who spends her free time trail running and summiting Colorado's peaks.MEMORABLE MOMENTS “What can I do to optimize the way I'm nourishing my body? How do I incorporate physical activity into my routine? How should I adjust my bedtime routine to positively impact my daily functions?”“Starting with the food aspect of your routine is daunting, terrifying, difficult - but controllable. We have to eat everyday, so starting here will help you ease into change and set you up for success.” “Confidence has a lot to do with how well you know yourself and how comfortable you are with your purpose.” Connect with Dr. Orman:⭐Connect on Instagram: @plantbased_radoncdocBe A Mindleader Campaign⭐Connect on Instagram: @beamindleader⭐Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beamindleader Connect with Allison:⭐ Connect on Instagram @allisonwalsh⭐ JOIN OUR FREE COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shebelievedshecouldcommunity⭐ Check out book recommendations from the show here⭐ Download your free 90 day planner here⭐ ORDER THE SBSC BOOK⭐ Direct Link to Review SBSC