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Episode 005 Summary: In this episode of The Junto, Scott Rattigan interviews Claire Bodtke and Lauren Castle, founders of Mediava. They discuss the importance of creating an exceptional patient experience in cash-pay medicine and the need for practitioners to focus on the business side of their practice. They also highlight the role of technology, such as ReveliaDx, in automating clinical processes and improving patient outcomes. The conversation emphasizes the importance of personal connection and communication in building trust with patients and setting clear expectations. Overall, the episode provides valuable insights and practical tips for practitioners in the functional medicine field. In this conversation, Claire Bodtke emphasizes the importance of understanding the different skill sets between practitioners and business people. She encourages practitioners to focus on their expertise in healing and not feel like failures if they don't immediately grasp business concepts. Claire also highlights the significance of implementation and offers support in building schedules and funnels. She suggests using a free 15-minute consult to get to know potential clients and determine if there is a good fit. Claire emphasizes the need for practitioners to actively listen to client concerns and provide value in their interactions. She emphasizes the importance of tracking leads and following up with potential clients, as it can take multiple touch points for someone to make a purchasing decision. Claire also discusses the importance of understanding the value of health and effectively communicating the benefits of a program or package to potential clients. Finally, she encourages practitioners to recognize their worth and consider raising their prices as they grow. Takeaways: Creating an exceptional patient experience is crucial in cash-pay medicine. Practitioners need to focus on the business side of their practice and create systems and processes to optimize efficiency. Technology, such as ReveliaDx, can automate clinical processes and improve patient outcomes. Personal connection and communication are key in building trust with patients and setting clear expectations. Practitioners should focus on their expertise in healing and not feel like failures if they struggle with business concepts. Implementation is key, and practitioners can seek support in building schedules and funnels. Offering a free 15-minute consult can help determine if there is a good fit with potential clients. Active listening and addressing client concerns are crucial in building trust and making sales. Tracking leads and following up with potential clients is essential, as it can take multiple touch points for someone to make a purchasing decision. Practitioners should effectively communicate the value and benefits of their programs or packages to potential clients. Recognize your worth and consider raising prices as you grow. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Medicava 01:26 How Medicava Started 03:18 Meeting and Collaboration 05:26 Experience and Expertise 09:37 Working with Household Names 14:36 Overcoming Sales Challenges 15:21 Improving the Patient Experience 22:23 Using Videos to Enhance the Experience 24:09 Leveraging Courses and Education 26:19 The Importance of Execution 27:09 The Challenges of Business for Practitioners 28:08 The Implementation Side 29:22 The Valley of Despair 30:49 Sticking with a Strategy 31:37 Setting Boundaries and Expectations 33:34 Practical Takeaways: Discovery Calls 34:24 Setting Boundaries and Expectations (Continued) 35:16 Active Listening in Discovery Calls 37:16 Asking the Right Questions 38:24 Creating a Valuable Patient Experience 39:23 Tracking and Following Up with Leads 41:17 Understanding the Value of Your Program 42:45 Pricing and Communicating Value 45:41 The Value of Health 46:35 Knowing Your Worth 47:45 Raising Prices and Setting Boundaries 48:50 Delivering Value and Making a Difference 49:55 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

Host: Mike Koelzer Guest: Lauren Castle, PharmD, Founder of Functional Medicine Pharmacists Alliance (FMPhA.org) Episode Overview: In this episode, Mike Koelzer hosts Lauren Castle, who shares her inspiring journey of founding the Functional Medicine Pharmacists Alliance. The conversation delves into the challenges and triumphs of creating a new path in the pharmacy field, especially in the emerging area of functional medicine. Key Topics Discussed: Introduction and Background: Lauren Castle introduces herself and explains the mission of the Functional Medicine Pharmacists Alliance. The alliance focuses on advocacy, education, and resources for pharmacists interested in functional medicine. The Genesis of FMPhA: Lauren discusses the lack of resources and support for pharmacists in functional medicine, which led her to create FMPhA. The journey from concept in 2017 to a fully realized professional organization. Challenges and Innovations: Overcoming the skepticism within traditional pharmacy organizations. Embracing technology and social media to build an online community and educational platform. Transition to Online Community: The shift from in-person to online presence, particularly using Facebook as a starting point. The importance of owning their platform to control content and discussions, especially highlighted during the Covid-19 pandemic. Advocacy and Action: The focus on actionable steps for pharmacists to implement functional medicine practices. Challenges in expanding the scope of practice for pharmacists within functional medicine. Future of FMPhA and Personal Reflections: Lauren's vision for the future of FMPhA and its impact on the pharmacy profession. Personal anecdotes and reflections on starting and growing a national organization. Episode Conclusion: Lauren Castle's journey is a testament to innovation and determination in the field of pharmacy. Her experience in founding FMPhA provides valuable insights and inspiration for pharmacists seeking to explore new avenues in their profession.

Lauren Castle, PharmD, MS is the founder of the Functional Medicine Pharmacists Alliance at www.FMPhA.org, and a Market Health and Wellness Director for Walmart in Dayton, OH. She received her Doctor of Pharmacy from Ohio Northern University in 2013 and her Master of Science in Human Nutrition and Functional Medicine from the University of Western States in 2018.

In today's podcast episode, we're honored to talk to Dr. Lauren Castle, a pharmacist holding a Master's in Human Nutrition & Functional Medicine. Lauren is not only a dedicated practitioner but also the visionary founder of FMPhA (Functional Medicine Pharmacists Alliance). Her passion lies in educating pharmacists about functional medicine and advocating for their crucial role in this emerging field. Today, we're going to discover how Lauren's life took a remarkable turn after she left her previous company. We'll explore how she used the difficulties she faced as a springboard to reach her current position. Here are the highlights of my conversation with Lauren: [09:12] - Lauren's beliefs in health and wellness and the conflict with her employer. [13:45] - The ultimatum given to her by her employer: quit her business or quit her job. [22:30] - Reflecting on the journey and the value of entrepreneurship. [31:49] - Reflecting on the past and the importance of family [34:12] - How losing her mother influenced Lauren's life. [39:22] - Her decision to step down from her role in September 2021 and rise up into her current role. [00:45:45] - Lauren discusses the Functional Pharmacy Symposium and FMPha's offerings. [00:55:50] - Alex emphasizes the importance of clinical knowledge and recommends Lauren's classes for pharmacists entering functional medicine. [00:58:23] - Lauren tells us more about what is next for her Links mentioned in the Episode: The Happy Pharm D - https://thehappypharmd.com/ Lauren's Website - https://www.drlaurencastle.com/ Lauren's Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlaurencastle/ FMPha's Website - https://fmpha.org/ Lauren on Instagram - http://Instagram.com/drlaurencastle Lauren on Facebook - http://Facebook.com/drlaurencastle Lauren on TikTok - http://Tiktok.com/@drlaurencastle Con Smania Costa Rica - http://consmaniacr.com We get pharmacists jobs they love! If you are ready to find your dream job and enjoy a balanced work and home life, we want to connect with you.  Click the link below to book a free call with us! https://thehappypharmd.com/HPDPodcast  

Havalee Johnson, pharmacist and Founder of Immigrant PharmAssist, shares how and why she made the move from Jamaica to Canada, how her business helps immigrant pharmacists transition into their careers in Canada, and her business goals. Links Mentioned in Today's Episode YFP Planning: Fee-Only Financial Planning for Pharmacists John Assaraf Dr. Lauren Castle on LinkedIn  Tim Ferris  The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks Purpose is More Than a Side Hustle by Joe Colavito The Redefining Wealth Podcast Havalee Johnson Havalee Johnson on Instagram Havalee Johnson on LinkedIn  Havalee Johnson on Facebook Tim Ulbrich on LinkedIn YFP Disclaimer

This week, Dr. Lauren Castle, founder of Functional Medicine Pharmacists Alliance, discusses how her experiences working with Walmart in influencer marketing and personal branding helped prepare her for growing her business,  why she started FMPhA to integrate pharmacists into functional medicine, and her transition from employee to entrepreneur. Links Mentioned in Today's Episode YFP Planning: Financial Planning for Pharmacists Schedule a free Discovery Call with YFP Planning Functional Medicine Pharmacists Alliance Ohio Pharmacists Association YFP 123: Leveraging Your Expertise to Start a Side Hustle Functional Medicine Pharmacists Alliance Facebook Group Smart Passive Income Podcast with Pat Flynn Functional Medicine Continuing Education The Tim Ferriss Show Purpose is More than a Side Hustle: It's Our Built in GPS by Joe Colavito DrLaurenCastle.com Connect with Dr. Lauren Castle on Facebook Follow Dr. Lauren Castle on Instagram: @drlaurencastle Follow Dr. Lauren Castle on Twitter: @drlaurencastle Follow Dr. Lauren Castle on TikTok: @drlaurencastle Your Financial Pharmacist Disclaimer and Disclosures

Dr. Lauren Castle is the founder of the Functional Medicine Pharmacists Alliance and a virtual consultant pharmacist with Pharm to Table. In today's interview, Dr. Castle shares how pharmacists are weaving functional medicine and pharmacogenomics into their patient care when prescribing pharmaceuticals. Tune-in to learn how this impacts your work in practice! Click here to […] The post #329: Mapping Medication Management with Dr. Lauren Castle appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Dr. Lauren Castle is the founder of the Functional Medicine Pharmacists Alliance and a virtual consultant pharmacist with Pharm to Table. In today's interview, Dr. Castle shares how pharmacists are weaving functional medicine and pharmacogenomics into their patient care when prescribing pharmaceuticals. Tune-in to learn how this impacts your work in practice! Click here to […] The post #329: Mapping Medication Management with Dr. Lauren Castle appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Dr. Lauren Castle is the founder of the Functional Medicine Pharmacists Alliance and a virtual consultant pharmacist with Pharm to Table. In today's interview, Dr. Castle shares how pharmacists are weaving functional medicine and pharmacogenomics into their patient care when prescribing pharmaceuticals. Tune-in to learn how this impacts your work in practice! Click here to […] The post #329: Mapping Medication Management with Dr. Lauren Castle appeared first on Functional Nutrition Alliance.

Lauren Castle is a pharmacist trained in nutrition and functional medicine, and she founded the Functional Medicine Pharmacists Alliance. Listen to find out about A4M and FMPhA's latest partnership. Topics she covers include: -What sparked your interest to become a pharmacist? -What steps did you take to develop and found the Functional Medicine Pharmacists Alliance? Can you please expand on what your organization does? -We know that you are passionate about pharmacists in functional medicine. Can you tell us a little bit about your role in this? -FMPhA has recently become an association partner with A4M  can you tell us about how this partnership will benefit both organizations and their members? -If you could be remembered for one thing, what would it be?

This week we are proud to share with you our Women's History Month panel led by Brittnay and our special guest panelists, Amber Austin, Lindsey Parke, Lauren Castle, Amanda Lockett, Christina Berlin, and Gled Ramirez. We had a great time learning from their background stories, their journey, and their success in my My Local Social. Listen in and get inspired by their stories!

Hi everyone, I'm super excited to be back with Season 5 of the Holistic Pharmacy Podcast! And I have some announcements and updates to share with you about what I've been up to during the break between seasons. I've partnered with the Pharmacy Podcast Network to expand my reach and to collaborate with like-minded professionals! And I will be changing the format of the podcast to include subject matter expert insights, journal clubs to dissect the latest literature together, and a regular FM segment in addition to bringing you inspiring stories that have always been at the heart of this show. Joining me today and all season long are my co-hosts Dr. Lauren Castle and Dr. Jenna Carmichael. I interviewed Dr. Castle earlier in season 2, and Dr. Carmichael's interview will be featured in the very next episode, so stay tuned for that! We came together to share our perspectives on the various terms we commonly reference when in the realm of caring for our clients' health. The slew of them can get quite confusing and overwhelming - holistic, natural, naturopathic, integrative, functional, complementary, alternative, not to mention conventional and allopathic! Join us as we break it down and set the stage for the rest of the season. About myself + my co-hosts: - Dr. Marina Buksov is a Functional Pharmacist, Health Coach, Clinical Herbalist, and lifelong learner of the Healing Arts. She is the creator of Build Your Holistic Herbal Practice course mentoring other healthcare professionals in clinical herbal as well as business skills. She is also a functional medicine pharmacist as part of PharmToTable telehealth platform. -Dr. Lauren Castle is the founder & CEO of the Functional Medicine Pharmacists Alliance (FMPhA). She is also a part time pharmacist with Walmart in Dayton, OH and a consultant pharmacist with the Pharm to Table Team. - Dr. Jenna Carmichael of Wobbly Arrow Wellness is a holistic oncology pharmacist and health coach. She works with women on the cancer journey looking for a different perspective on wellness. She offers genetic testing and combines her allopathic training & experience along with holistic healing methods to help empower her clients to choose the path that works the best for their goals. Related Episodes: S02E13 - Bridging Pharmacy and Functional Medicine with Dr. Lauren Castle - Dr. Marina Buksov For more amazing content, visit us at https://drmarinabuksov.com. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com.

Hi everyone, I'm super excited to be back with Season 5 of the Holistic Pharmacy Podcast! And I have some announcements and updates to share with you about what I've been up to during the break between seasons. I've partnered with the Pharmacy Podcast Network to expand my reach and to collaborate with like-minded professionals! And I will be changing the format of the podcast to include subject matter expert insights, journal clubs to dissect the latest literature together, and a regular FM segment in addition to bringing you inspiring stories that have always been at the heart of this show. Joining me today and all season long are my co-hosts Dr. Lauren Castle and Dr. Jenna Carmichael. I interviewed Dr. Castle earlier in season 2, and Dr. Carmichael's interview will be featured in the very next episode, so stay tuned for that! We came together to share our perspectives on the various terms we commonly reference when in the realm of caring for our clients' health. The slew of them can get quite confusing and overwhelming - holistic, natural, naturopathic, integrative, functional, complementary, alternative, not to mention conventional and allopathic!  Join us as we break it down and set the stage for the rest of the season. Related Episodes S02E13 - Bridging Pharmacy and Functional Medicine with Dr. Lauren Castle - Dr. Marina Buksov Hashtags: #holisticpharmacy, #holisticpharmacist, #herbalmedicine, #herbalism, #functionalmedicine, #integrative, #complementary, #alternative, #natural, #naturalmedicine, #naturopathic, #conventional, #allopathic, #traditional, #journalclub, #scientific, #spiritual, #holistic, #pharmacy, #pharmacist, #ppn, #collaboration, #cohost, #holisticpharmacypodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hi everyone, I'm super excited to be back with Season 5 of the Holistic Pharmacy Podcast! And I have some announcements and updates to share with you about what I've been up to during the break between seasons. I've partnered with the Pharmacy Podcast Network to expand my reach and to collaborate with like-minded professionals! And I will be changing the format of the podcast to include subject matter expert insights, journal clubs to dissect the latest literature together, and a regular FM segment in addition to bringing you inspiring stories that have always been at the heart of this show. Joining me today and all season long are my co-hosts Dr. Lauren Castle and Dr. Jenna Carmichael. I interviewed Dr. Castle earlier in season 2, and Dr. Carmichael's interview will be featured in the very next episode, so stay tuned for that! We came together to share our perspectives on the various terms we commonly reference when in the realm of caring for our clients' health. The slew of them can get quite confusing and overwhelming - holistic, natural, naturopathic, integrative, functional, complementary, alternative, not to mention conventional and allopathic!  Join us as we break it down and set the stage for the rest of the season. Related Episodes S02E13 - Bridging Pharmacy and Functional Medicine with Dr. Lauren Castle - Dr. Marina Buksov Hashtags: #holisticpharmacy, #holisticpharmacist, #herbalmedicine, #herbalism, #functionalmedicine, #integrative, #complementary, #alternative, #natural, #naturalmedicine, #naturopathic, #conventional, #allopathic, #traditional, #journalclub, #scientific, #spiritual, #holistic, #pharmacy, #pharmacist, #ppn, #collaboration, #cohost, #holisticpharmacypodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The one and only Dr. Lauren Castle makes her return to Sparkcast, however, this time as a new Divisional Community Manager! Lauren has been with Walmart over ten years and was one of our OG Walmart Ambassadors. In this episode of Sparkcast, Lauren shares how her ambition for social media drove her to where she is today. Tune in as Lauren takes the driver's seat to interview some of you in future episodes!

I’d love to share just a couple of little public service announcements for today: I’m launching a 6 month LIVE online program to help you build a holistic herbal medicine practice! I’m hosting a once-in-a-lifetime immersive plant medicine experience in Costa Rica this June - see my website for details or email me at marina@rawfork.com Today I had the pleasure to chat with Dr. Christine Reynolds, yet another team member at PharmToTable functional medicine telehealth platform. Christine received her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Ohio Northern University and is a Board-Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist with a functional, whole-person approach to medicine. Pursuant to residency training at Methodist Hospital, she served as a clinical pharmacy specialist at Stanford Health Care and Northwestern Memorial Hospital. Dr. Christine presently practices as a functional medicine pharmacist with PharmToTable and creates a holistic healing experience for anyone looking to improve their health and their life. She believes every person has the power to take control of their health and is passionate about getting to the root cause of disease with preventative and restorative lifestyle and nutrition therapies. Her professional expertise includes digestion and gut health, thyroid function, stress and sex hormone imbalances, and medication-induced nutrient deficiencies. Connect with Dr. Christine via any of the following: Website: https://www.functionalfarma.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/drchristinereynolds/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drchristinereynolds Book a Functional Medicine consult: https://christinereynoldspharmtotablenewpatient.azova.com/ Check out other PharmToTable team members: https://pharmtotable.life/provider/ -Dr. Veronica Riera-Gilley: https://www.drmarinabuksov.com/s04e03-living-well-and-dying-with-grace-w-dr-veronica-riera-gilley/ -Dr. Nicole Grams: https://www.drmarinabuksov.com/s03e12-living-without-limits-w-functional-medicine-life-coach-dr-nicole-grams/ -Dr. Melody Hartzler: https://www.drmarinabuksov.com/s02e22-bringing-functional-pharmacy-to-your-home-with-dr-melody-hartzler/ -Dr. Lauren Castle: https://www.drmarinabuksov.com/s02e13-bridging-pharmacy-and-functional-medicine-with-dr-lauren-castle/ -Dr. Emily Kirkwold https://www.drmarinabuksov.com/s03e02-encompassing-the-whole-woman-with-the-natural-family-planning-pharmacist/ -Dr. Sarah Bachofner https://www.drmarinabuksov.com/s04e04-functional-medicine-as-a-personal-journey-w-dr-sarah-bachofner/ For more amazing content, visit us at https://drmarinabuksov.com. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com.

Dr. Lauren Castle completed her Doctor of Pharmacy from Ohio Northern University in 2013 and her Masters of Science in Human Nutrition and Functional Medicine from the University of Western States in 2018. Dr. Lauren currently works as a Market Health and Wellness Director for Walmart.    She is the founder of the Functional Medicine Pharmacists Alliance (FMPhA), the first association representing pharmacists in functional medicine. FMPhA's vision is to make functional medicine the standard of care through pharmacist-led clinical services.    To learn more about which certification is right for you, check out this blog from Dr. Lauren Castle  https://fmpha.org/which-certification-should-i-do/    Contact Dr. Lauren Castle, PharmD, MS  Email: hello@fmpha.org  Website: www.fmpha.org  FB  https://www.facebook.com/groups/FunctionalMedicinePharmacists  IG https://www.instagram.com/drlaurencastle/  LI https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlaurencastle/ 

From intern to pharmacist to Market Health & Wellness Director, Dr. Lauren Castle is on a mission to transform healthcare by making wellness affordable and accessible, both in stores and for her followers online. As a Walmart Social Champ, Lauren shares her passion for #WalmartWellness via @DrLaurenCastle on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Pinterest, and LinkedIn. Her content has been featured in Walmart World magaine, on the Walmart brand channels, and KatieCouric.com. Listen as Surge and Lauren talk about tips for creating an authentic, impactful social media presence.

Dr. Lauren Castle is a pharmacist with a Masters of Science in Functional Medicine. She works as Market Health and Wellness Director for Walmart and serves as an influencer of the company. She's the founder of the Functional Medicine Pharmacists Alliance, whose mission is to integrate pharmacists into the practice of pharmacy and vice versa. Dr. Castle shares why it is so vital that pharmacists be involved in the world of functional medicine, and how her own transformational journey led to her enlightenment on this topic. Dr. Castle believes that accessibility to functional medicine should be widespread and affordable, leaving no person unable to find what is causing them to be unwell. After that, Lindsey shares some reflections about her Institute of Functional Medicine training, which has proved to be a humbling experience. She states that seeking knowledge, pursuing passions, and continuing education should be something that every person should strive for.

In this episode, our guest shares on topics related to the ever growing field of functional medicine. Topics include: 1. What is FM and FMPhA? 2. The role of the pharmacist in FM: it's a spectrum 3. How to get involved in FMPhA: symposium was in Indy 9/6-7 and we will be planning for 2020, online CE event 2/29 with FxMedCE.com (use code FMPhA for 10% off), grassroots efforts in other FM and pharmacy organizations, new membership website coming soon! Lauren Castle, PharmD, MS is the founder of the Functional Medicine Pharmacists Alliance at www.FMPhA.org, whose mission is to integrate pharmacists into the practice of Functional Medicine, and Functional Medicine into the profession of pharmacy. She completed her Doctor of Pharmacy from Ohio Northern University and her Masters of Science in Functional Medicine and Human Nutrition from the University of Western States. Lauren also works as a Market Health and Wellness Director for Walmart and serves as a social media influencer as @DrLaurenCastle on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.

Bill Montgomery is the newest Arizona Supreme Court justice appointed by Gov. Doug Ducey. The Arizona Supreme Court decides thousands of cases that affect your everyday lives, from education funding to abortion policies. (To hear more about it, listen to The Gaggle podcast's May 15 episode about the Arizona Supreme Court and Ducey's previous appointments.) This week, The Gaggle podcast will break down what you need to know about Montgomery's controversial prosecutorial record, his conservative politics and how he might approach the job of jurist on the state's highest court. Hosts Yvonne Wingett Sanchez and Ronald Hansen talk with Arizona Republic reporters Lauren Castle and Robert Anglen about this new appointment and how it might affect life in Arizona. In the episode you'll hear:  What's at stake for Montgomery with this ethics complaintHow his appointment will shape the future of the state Supreme CourtHow his childhood shaped his political ideology

ASCP BCGP/CPE Webinar Podcast Preview for SenioRx Radio: Functional Medicine: The Impact on the Senior Care Patient – 9/10 @ 1 pm eastern – Live BCGP/CPE and 10/1 home-study Guest and Upcoming Speaker: Lauren Castle, PharmD, MS Register for our upcoming BCGP/CPE webinar with Lauren Castle and Veronica Riera-Gilley on 9/10: http://learning.ascp.com/diweb/catalog/item/id/3445574/q/t=7004&c=305 About Lauren: http://www.fmpha.org/blog/about-the-founder The Functional Medicine Pharmacists Alliance: http://www.fmpha.org/ Lauren on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlaurencastle/ Upcoming meet up for functional medicine pharmacists 9/6 in Indianapolis: http://bit.ly/PharmacyFMPhA19 Be sure to bookmark and review all of our upcoming BCGP and CPE webinars for pharmacists with ASCP at: www.ascp.com/webinars and www.ascp.com/pharmacylaw. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.