Podcasts about preventive medicine

Dr. Kathleen Martin Ginis is a Distinguished University Scholar and a Professor in the Department of Medicine (Division of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation) and in the School of Health and Exercise Sciences at The University of British Columbia. She holds the Reichwald Family Chair in Preventive Medicine and is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada, the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences, the Canadian Society for Psychomotor Learning and Sport Psychology, and as is an International Fellow of the National Academy of Kinesiology. The focus of Dr. Martin Ginis's research is placed on understanding and changing physical activity behaviour, particularly among people living with spinal cord injury. She is deeply committed to knowledge translation; specifically, the development and implementation of evidence-based best-practices to improve health and well-being among people with disabilities. By example, Dr. Martin Ginis spearheaded the formulation and knowledge translation of scientific exercise guidelines for adults with spinal cord injury. These guidelines have been translated into nearly 20 languages and are used worldwide in clinical and community settings. Part 2 Eighty percent admittedly is an arbitrary number, but it's one that most exercise scientists use as a sort of the minimum threshold for deeming someone adherent to the protocol. There were no differences in pain reduction between those with neuropathic versus musculoskeletal pain, but the small ends, small sample sizes for those two groups, make it difficult to really confirm that there is no difference in exercise outcomes for those two groups. She thinks we need to look at that further with bigger samples for each type of pain. Given the pragmatic nature of the trial that we let people exercise on their own in the community, she thinks this speaks to the feasibility of using exercise as a pain self-management strategy, but with the caveat that it's likely not going to be effective for everyone. Fifty percent of people with spinal cord injury report no leisure time physical activity whatsoever. In other words, no activity that could potentially improve cardiorespiratory fitness or muscle strength. And that's not the fault of people with spinal cord injury. Factors that influence physical activity don't just rest within the person, but they rest within society.

Advancing longevity research is about honoring the value of life—and translating that respect into evidence-based prevention. If healthcare is judged by life expectancy + quality of life, longevity medicine may be one of the most meaningful metrics we can pursue: extending health span through early detection, validated biomarkers, and interventions that scale.This unforgettable Expert Panel from the 4th annual Medical Innovation Olympics (#MIO2025) convened all-star global leaders in Longevity and Preventive Medicine who separated hype from reality and outlined what it will take to bring longevity into mainstream care - rigorously, ethically, and accessibly.Topics include: breakthroughs (including epigenetic approaches pointing toward functional restoration of eyesight), biomarkers/endpoints as the “keystone” for faster trials, the TAME (Targeting Aging with Metformin) concept, and the role of standards, education, trust, and shared responsibility—keeping dignity central.Panelists:Dr. David Barzilai (Harvard Medical School; Geneva College of Longevity Science, GCLS) • Dr. Dominik Thor (President, GCLS) • Dr. Mishkat Shehata (Emirates Lifestyle & Longevity Medicine Society) • Keith Comito (Lifespan Research Institute) • Dr. Uma Senthilkumar (Three Five Revive)

Southern Remedy Healthy and Fit is hosted by Josie Bidwell, Professor of Preventive Medicine and Nurse Practitioner at UMMC. If you have a question for Josie, you can email fit@mpbonline.org. It this episode, Josie talks about how science disproves several January based health myths. If you enjoy listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB. https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Better Life, Dr. Pinkston sits down with Dr. Marschall Runge, Dean of the University of Michigan Medical School and CEO of Michigan Medicine. Together, they explore the systemic challenges facing the American healthcare system and discuss the optimistic future outlined in Dr. Runge’s new book, The Great Healthcare Disruption. The conversation dives deep into the "corporatization" of medicine, where insurance companies and administrative costs often take precedence over the doctor-patient relationship. Dr. Runge highlights a startling statistic: while the U.S. spends the most on healthcare globally, it ranks roughly 60th in "healthy average life expectancy." They discuss potential solutions, including shifting focus toward prevention, learning from international models like Singapore and Denmark, and restoring the fundamental trust between physicians and their patients. Key Topics Covered: The Efficiency Gap: Comparing the 16% administrative costs of private insurance to the 2% cost of Medicare. The Preventive Approach: How lifestyle factors, nutrition, and social policy impact long-term health outcomes. AI in Healthcare: The double-edged sword of AI being used by insurance companies to drive high denial rates. The Primary Care Shortage: Why the U.S. has fewer primary care doctors per capita than almost any other developed nation and how "medical homes" can bridge the gap. Restoring Trust: Moving away from "Reddit-based" medical advice and back to evidence-based care provided by trusted professionals. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Southern Remedy Healthy and Fit is hosted by Josie Bidwell, Professor of Preventive Medicine and Nurse Practitioner at UMMC. If you have a question for Josie, you can email fit@mpbonline.org. It this episode, Josie guides you through a year-end review of your health. If you enjoy listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB. https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

360° Health Integrating Lifestyle Medicine into Your Workday Show Highlights It’s Your Life With Dr James JC Cooley and Co-Host Dr Michael Mantell- Rational Emotive & Cognitive Behavior Coach have a sit-down conversation with Dr. Richard Safeer -- Author, Speaker, Workplace HealthPioneer, and Thought Leader What is lifestyle medicine? How do I start or begin a lifestyle medicine approach? Why should we be thinking about lifestyle medicine during the workday? Many employers offer wellness programs. What is the difference between workplace wellness and lifestyle medicine? Dr. Richard Safeer Biography Richard Safeer, MD, earned his BS in Nutritional Biochemistry at Cornell University under the tutelage of T. Colin Campbell, author of the China Study, before attending medical school at State University of New York at Buffalo. Dr. Safeer is the Chief Medical Director of Employee Health and Well-being at Johns Hopkins Medicine, where he leads the Healthy at Hopkins employee health and well-being strategy. He also holds faculty appointments in the School of Medicine and Public Health at Johns Hopkins University. Prior to arriving at Hopkins, Dr. Safeer practiced family medicine in Northern Virginia. He was then on faculty at the George Washington University, serving as the Residency Director of Family Medicine in his last year at the institution. He was the Medical Director of an Occupational Health Center in Baltimore and Wellness Director for the Mid-Atlantic region of the parent company, just before starting at CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield in Baltimore, Maryland as the Medical Director of Preventive Medicine. He has been credited by some for bringing ‘wellness’ in to the realm of responsibilities of the managed care industry. He also led CareFirst BCBS to be among the first cohort of health plans to be accredited for Wellness by NCQA. He holds faculty appointments in both the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine as well as the School of Public Health. He continues to see patients one day a week in the Pediatric Cardiology department. Dr. Safeer is a fellow of the American Academy of Family Practice, The American College of Lifestyle Medicine, and the American College of Preventive Medicine. He served on the board of directors for the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. He is on the New England Journal of Medicine Catalyst Insight Council. Dr. Safeer has hiked and camped in the Andes, Alaska, Australia and across the Western United States. He lives in Columbia Maryland with his wife and three children, and their dog Kami. Website RichardSafeer.com A Cure for the Common Company: link https://amzn.to/3bG1q1D One great way to improve your health is to journal. Try, A Cure for the Common Workday Social Media https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardsafeer/ If you’re a leader and you want self-paced training to create a well-being culture on your team, go to creatingawellbeingculture.comSupport the show: http://www.cooleyfoundation.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Dr. Kathleen Martin Ginis is a Distinguished University Scholar and a Professor in the Department of Medicine (Division of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation) and in the School of Health and Exercise Sciences at The University of British Columbia. She holds the Reichwald Family Chair in Preventive Medicine and is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada, the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences, the Canadian Society for Psychomotor Learning and Sport Psychology, and as is an International Fellow of the National Academy of Kinesiology. The focus of Dr. Martin Ginis's research is placed on understanding and changing physical activity behaviour, particularly among people living with spinal cord injury. She is deeply committed to knowledge translation; specifically, the development and implementation of evidence-based best-practices to improve health and well-being among people with disabilities. By example, Dr. Martin Ginis spearheaded the formulation and knowledge translation of scientific exercise guidelines for adults with spinal cord injury. These guidelines have been translated into nearly 20 languages and are used worldwide in clinical and community settings. Part 1 One of her objectives is to present recent data showing the physical and mental health benefits of exercise for adults with spinal cord injury. She wants to introduce exercise guidelines for adults with SCI. Starting with the benefits of exercise from a mental and physical health perspective, probably the best two areas, best two outcomes for which there is evidence are improving insulin sensitivity and cardiovascular disease risk in this population. The fitness guideline stipulates that to improve cardiorespiratory fitness and muscle strength, adults with SCI should do at least 20 minutes of moderate to vigorous intensity, aerobic activity twice per week, and strength training exercises twice per week. The guideline for cardiometabolic health stipulates that a minimum of 30 minutes of moderate to vigorous intensity physical activity is required three times per week. She discussed how exercise improves well-being. She also talked about exercise in chronic pain. She described the Epic SCI trial, a pragmatic, randomized controlled trial, testing the effects of exercising according to the scientific SCI exercise guidelines on SCI chronic pain.

Southern Remedy Healthy and Fit is hosted by Josie Bidwell, Professor of Preventive Medicine and Nurse Practitioner at UMMC. If you have a question for Josie, you can email fit@mpbonline.org. It this episode, nutrition questions and answers. If you enjoy listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB. https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. David Agus, USC Professor of Medicine and CEO of the Ellison Institute for Transformative Medicine, treats presidents, CEOs and cultural icons and has spent decades studying one question: What determines how long and well we live?His answer is hopeful: Only 4% is genetic. The other 96% is under your control.In this episode, he reveals why elephants rarely get cancer, why giraffes never get heart disease, and what inflammation does to nearly every organ in your body. He also shares the simple, proven habits that matter more than DNA, and destroys the myths quietly harming millions.Science-backed. Actionable. Hopeful.

Why Tuberculosis is still the most deadly infectious disease.Attention, DNA detectives! We've got a rat on the loose – but don't worry, not the snitching, double-agent kind. We're talking about the whiskered, hyper-skilled, tiny agents who aren't snitching - they're sniffing out one of the world's deadliest diseases: tuberculosis (TB).Tuberculosis might sound old-timey, but it's still the globe's top infectious killer– growing tougher, more drug-resistant, and hitting hardest where access to care falls short. So for our Season 5 finale, host Dr. Kaylee Byers digs into TB's fascinating backstory, and teams up with microbiologist Dr. Jennifer Guthrie to figure out why this ancient disease still has such a tight grip, and how genomics is helping track its every move. Along the way, Dr. Zolelwa Sifumba shares her story as a multidrug-resistant TB survivor, and how her treatment journey fuels her advocacy today.Buckle up: this investigation has it all : science, politics, global inequities… and a squad of extraordinary rats.Special thanks to APOPO for sending us field recordings and interviews from their HeroRAT training program.Highlights(3:42) The history of TB(8:19) Why TB sits at the top of the global disease podium(15:30) Meet Zolelwa - a multi-drug-resistant TB survivor(30:48) The power of education–Show Notes/Resources:1. Giant Rats Trained to Sniff Out Tuberculosis in Africa- National Geographic2. The Making of a HeroRAT: From Tiny Pup to Life-saving Hero- APOPO3. Tuberculosis: an ancient disease that remains a medical, social, economical and ethical issue- Journal of Preventive Medicine and Hygiene4. History of World TB Day- CDC5. The history of tuberculosis- Respiratory Medicine6. Chapter 12: An introductory guide to tuberculosis care to improve cultural competence for health care workers and public health professionals serving Indigenous Peoples of Canada- Canadian Journal of Respiratory, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine7. Everything is Tuberculosis- John Green

Southern Remedy Healthy and Fit is hosted by Josie Bidwell, Professor of Preventive Medicine and Nurse Practitioner at UMMC. If you have a question for Josie, you can email fit@mpbonline.org. It this episode, Josie is out of the studio, so we answer some listener questions in this episode recorded in advance. If you enjoy listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB. https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Southern Remedy Healthy and Fit is hosted by Josie Bidwell, Professor of Preventive Medicine and Nurse Practitioner at UMMC. If you have a question for Josie, you can email fit@mpbonline.org. It this episode, Josie talks about blue zones; areas across the globe where the local populations tend to lead longer, healthy lives. Josie talks about what habits we can adopt from these populations. If you enjoy listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB. https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Southern Remedy Healthy and Fit is hosted by Josie Bidwell, Professor of Preventive Medicine and Nurse Practitioner at UMMC. If you have a question for Josie, you can email fit@mpbonline.org. It this episode, Josie shares the story behind recent medical headlines. If you enjoy listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB. https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

SHOWNOTES: • American Journal of Preventive Medicine. (2025). The health and economic burden of employee burnout to U.S. employers. American Journal of Preventive Medicine, 68(4). https://www.ajpmonline.org/article/S0749-3797(25)00023-6/abstract • Breathe HR. (2024). The unused holiday & burnout epidemic. https://www.breathehr.com/en-gb/resources/holiday-burnout-report-2024 • Champion Health. (2024). Workplace health report 2024. • Deloitte. (2024, May 17). The projected costs and economic impact of mental health inequities in the United States. Deloitte Insights. https://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/insights/industry/health-care/economic-burden-mental-health-inequities.html • Eagle Hill Consulting. (2024, December 5). Nearing 2025, almost half of workers expect to leave some vacation time unused. HR Dive. https://www.hrdive.com/news/nearing-2025-almost-half-of-workers-unused-vacation-time/734609/ • Effectory. (2024, January 11). The emotional and economic costs of overlooking wellbeing in the workplace. https://www.effectory.com/knowledge/the-emotional-and-economic-costs-of-overlooking-wellbeing-in-the-workplace/ • Gallup. (2025, March 27). The economic cost of poor employee mental health. https://www.gallup.com/workplace/404174/economic-cost-poor-employee-mental-health.aspx • Illinois Department of Labor. (2024). Paid Leave for All Workers Act. https://labor.illinois.gov/laws-rules/paidleave.html • Illinois Department of Labor. (2024). Paid Leave for All Workers Act FAQ. https://labor.illinois.gov/faqs/paidleavefaq.html • Lane Report. (2024, July 24). One-third of U.S. employees' PTO, vacation days go unused. https://www.lanereport.com/175306/2024/07/one-third-of-u-s-employees-pto-vacation-days-go-unused/ • MHFA England. (2024, November 21). Key workplace mental health statistics for 2024. https://mhfaengland.org/mhfa-centre/blog/Key-workplace-mental-health-statistics-for-2024/ • National Alliance on Mental Illness. (2025, February 18). The 2024 NAMI workplace mental health poll. https://www.nami.org/support-education/publications-reports/survey-reports/the-2024-nami-workplace-mental-health-poll/ • Nekoei, A., et al. (2024). The economics of burnout. Centre for Economic Policy Research. https://cepr.org/voxeu/columns/economics-burnout • SHRM. (2024, April 12). Why mental health will be one of the biggest topics of 2024. https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/news/benefits-compensation/mental-health-burnout-top-trend-aflac-report • Sorbet. (2024). PTO Report 2024. • Spill. (2024). 64 workplace burnout statistics you need to know for 2024. https://www.spill.chat/mental-health-statistics/workplace-burnout-statistics • The Washington Post. (2023, December 30). The mystery of the disappearing vacation day. https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2023/02/10/disappearing-vacation-days/

Southern Remedy Healthy and Fit is hosted by Josie Bidwell, Professor of Preventive Medicine and Nurse Practitioner at UMMC. If you have a question for Josie, you can email fit@mpbonline.org. It this episode, Josie talks about the health benefits of gratitude.If you enjoy listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB. https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host: Peter Buch, MD, FACG, AGAF, FACP Guest: Aasma Shaukat, MD, MPH Blood-based colorectal cancer screening is entering a new era with FDA-approved and emerging tests like Shield and Simple Screen. Alongside updated stool-based options such as Cologuard Plus and CRC-PREVENT, clinicians now have a broader landscape of noninvasive tools to consider and discuss with their patients. Joining Dr. Peter Buch to talk about current recommendations and potential future directions for colorectal cancer screening is Dr. Aasma Shaukat. Dr. Shaukat is the Robert M. and Mary H. Glickman Professor of Medicine and a Professor of Population Health at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, as well as the Director of Outcomes Research in the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at NYU Langone Health. She's also a co-author of a recent review on blood tests for colorectal cancer.

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Southern Remedy Healthy and Fit is hosted by Josie Bidwell, Professor of Preventive Medicine and Nurse Practitioner at UMMC. If you have a question for Josie, you can email fit@mpbonline.org. It this episode, Josie is out of the studio, so on this program recorded in advance, we discuss hypertension. If you enjoy listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB. https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Southern Remedy Healthy and Fit is hosted by Josie Bidwell, Professor of Preventive Medicine and Nurse Practitioner at UMMC. If you have a question for Josie, you can email fit@mpbonline.org. It this episode, Josie talks about stroke and stroke prevention with Dr. Shreyas Gangadhara, the Executive Vice Chairman of the Comprehensive Stroke Center at UMMC. If you enjoy listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB. https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Obesity is a serious and costly chronic disease that has been widely recognized as a public health epidemic. Although there are accessible, affordable, and straightforward tools to address it in individuals and broader communities, obesity remains a widespread public health threat that increases one's risk for developing other conditions such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and some forms of cancer. Trust for America's Health recently published its “State of Obesity 2025” report, which notes that Arkansas has the fifth-highest adult obesity rate in the nation. To learn more about the state of obesity in Arkansas and policy options to address it, we're joined on this episode of the Wonks at Work podcast by Dr. Arlo Kahn, ACHI's medical director and a professor in the Department of Family and Preventive Medicine at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences who has dedicated much of the last quarter century to addressing this issue.

Dr. Jeff Graham speaks with Dr. Danny Firth, a Wild Health physician who transitioned from hospital-based medicine to precision and integrative care. They explore what led him to leave reactive "sick care" for a preventive, data-driven approach using genomics, biomarkers, and lifestyle to keep patients healthy before disease develops. Dr. Firth also shares how he balances work, family, and personal wellness while practicing what he teaches.

Southern Remedy Healthy and Fit is hosted by Josie Bidwell, Professor of Preventive Medicine and Nurse Practitioner at UMMC. If you have a question for Josie, you can email fit@mpbonline.org. It this episode, Josie is out of the studio, so she talks about sleep in a pre-recorded show. If you enjoy listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB. https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today on Sauna Talk, we are joined by the dynamic duo of researcher from Emery University, Deanna Kaplan and Roman Palitsky. Deanna Kaplan Deanna Kaplan, PhD is a clinical psychologist with expertise in digital health technologies. She has more than a decade of experience using wearable and smartphone-based technologies to study the dynamics of health processes and clinical change during daily life. Her research is grounded in a whole-person (bio-psycho-social-spiritual) model of health, and much of her work focuses on investigating the dynamics of change of integrative interventions, such as psychedelic-assisted therapies and contemplative practices. Dr. Kaplan is the Director of the Human Experience and Ambulatory Technologies (HEAT) Lab, a multidisciplinary collaboration between the Department of Family and Preventive Medicine and Emory Spiritual Health. More information about the HEAT Lab is here. Dr. Kaplan is the co-creator and Scientific Director of Fabla, an unlicensed Emory-hosted app for multimodal daily diary and ecological momentary assessment (EMA) research. Fabla is an EMA app that can securely collect voice-recorded, video-recorded , and photographic responses from research participants. More information about Fabla is here. Dr. Kaplan holds an adjunct appointment in Emory's Department of Psychology and is appointed faculty for several Emory centers, including the Winship Cancer Institute, Emory Spiritual Health (ESH), the Emory Center for Psychedelics and Spirituality (ECPS), and the Advancement of Diagnostics for a Just Society (ADJUST) Center. She also holds an appointment as an adjunct Assistant Professor at Brown University in affiliation with the Center for Digital Health. Dr. Kaplan received her PhD in Clinical Psychology from the University of Arizona, completed her predoctoral clinical internship at the Alpert Medical School of Brown University, and completed a postdoctoral research fellowship at Brown University, where she received an F32 National Research Service Award (NRSA) from the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Her research is funded by the NIH, the Health Resources Services Administration (HRSA), the Georgia Clinical and Translational Science Alliance, the Tiny Blue Dot Foundation, and the Vail Health Foundation among others. She was named as a 2025 Rising Star by Genomics Press for her work in mental health assessment innovation. Roman Palitsky Roman Palitsky, MDiv, Ph.D. is Director of Research Projects for Emory Spiritual Health and a Research Psychologist for Emory University School of Medicine. His research program investigates the pathways through which culture and health interact by examining the biological, psychological, and social processes that constitute these pathways. His areas of interest include biopsychosocial determinants in cardiovascular health, chronic pain, and grief. In collaboration with Emory Spiritual Health, his research addresses cultural and existential topics in healthcare such as religion, spirituality, and the way people find meaning in suffering, as they relate to health and illness. His work has also focused on the role of religious and existential worldviews in mindfulness-based interventions, as well as implementation and cultural responsiveness of these interventions. Dr. Palitsky's academic training includes a PhD in Clinical Psychology from the University of Arizona with a concentration in Behavioral Medicine/Health Psychology, and a Master of Divinity from Harvard University. He completed clinical internship in the behavioral medicine track at Brown University Warren Alpert Medical School, where he also completed a postdoctoral fellowship. Deanna and Roman were in town attending and speaking at the 2025 SSSR Conference, Society for the Scienific Study of Religion. And as you will hear, we get deep into the spirit of sauna, a spiritual connection we allow ourselves to have, presented to us through the wonderfulness of time on the bench and chilling out in the garden, all misty wet with rain.

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In this episode of Tank Talks, host Matt Cohen sits down with Sameer Dhar, Co-Founder and CEO of NiaHealth, to explore how proactive healthcare is reshaping the future of medicine.Sameer shares his remarkable journey from living in nursing homes for a year while building his first startup (Sensassure) to launching NiaHealth, a Canadian health-tech company empowering people to take ownership of their longevity through AI-driven diagnostics and personalized insights.With over $8 million in funding and a 12,000-person waitlist, NiaHealth is building a clinician-first model that complements Canada's public system, helping users prevent disease decades before it develops. Sameer also discusses why prevention, not treatment, must drive the next wave of healthcare innovation, how AI will augment rather than replace clinicians, and what it takes to build a mission-driven company in a regulated industry.Whether you're a founder, investor, or health enthusiast, this conversation reveals how the next generation of health tech startups can blend AI, clinical integrity, and human empathy to create lasting impact.A Quick Word from our Sponsor, FaskenAt Fasken, our clients don't wait for the future. They build it. As the first and largest dedicated emerging tech practice in Canada, our team is composed of founders, ex in-house counsel, developers and business advisors who have guided clients from startup, to scale-up, to exit. The trust of our clients has enabled us to consistently rank at the top of every major Canadian M&A, Capital Markets and Venture Capital league table. With deep industry knowledge and experience across all areas of emerging and high growth technology including ClimateTech, MedTech, Artificial Intelligence, Fintech, and AgTech we're your partners within the innovation ecosystem as you transform the landscape of what's possible.Tomorrow starts here. Own it with us.For more information, visit fasken.com/emergingtech and follow us on LinkedIn.The Entrepreneurial Spark (05:52)* How the Next 36 program transformed Sameer from a finance student into a founder* The power of founder-focused education in shaping Canada's startup ecosystem* Lessons from learning to “think like a builder” instead of an employeeFrom Customer Discovery to Conviction (10:46)* How customer discovery can turn into “analysis paralysis” if you never act* Why true innovation means taking bold bets, not just collecting insights* The importance of timing when moving from research to executionBuilding NiaHealth (13:26)* The personal mission to keep people healthy long before disease develops* How the pandemic revealed gaps in personal healthcare ownership* The evolution of NiaHealth into a platform offering advanced diagnostics, clinician reviews, and personalized longevity plansIntegrating with the System (17:12)* Why NiaHealth chose a “clinician-first” model rather than going fully digital* How nurse practitioners bridge the gap between data and diagnosis* The importance of integrating with Canada's public system to maintain trustTrust and Transparency (22:51)* Addressing criticism about private healthcare models in Canada* Why NiaHealth avoids affiliate sales to maintain clinical integrity* The company's research-led approach to responsible, evidence-based testingFilling the System's Blind Spots (26:13)* Canada's biggest blind spot: a reactive healthcare model built around disease* How prevention and early diagnostics reduce system strain and save lives* The mission to empower users to act on health risks decades in advanceAI as an Enhancer, Not a Replacement (29:16)* Why Sameer believes AI should support, not replace, clinicians* How AI enhances diagnostic accuracy and clinician productivity* The role of empathy and human connection in patient outcomesScaling Impact (33:11)* NiaHealth's vision to reach 100,000 Canadians by the end of next year* Partnering with insurers and governments to expand preventative care* Why a “built in Canada, for Canada” strategy is key to long-term successAbout Sameer DharSameer Dhar is the Co-Founder and CEO of Nia Health, a serial entrepreneur and health-tech innovator recognized among Canada's Top 20 Under 20 and Edmonton's Top 40 Under 40. He previously founded Sensassure, an elder-care technology startup acquired by global health leader Essity.Connect with Sameer Dhar on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sameerdhar/Visit the NiaHealth website: https://www.niahealth.co/Connect with Matt Cohen on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/matt-cohen1Visit the Ripple Ventures website: https://www.rippleventures.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tanktalks.substack.com

AABP executive Director Dr. Fred Gingrich reviews a paper published in The Bovine Practitioner with two of the authors. Joining today are Dr. Greg Habing, professor in the Department of Preventive Medicine at The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine, and Dr. Emily Nogay, clinical assistant professor at The Ohio State University Large Animal Ambulatory Services.  Salmonella Dublin is a host-adapted and zoonotic pathogen affecting many dairy farms. It can be associated with high morbidity and mortality and is often multi-drug resistant which elevates its importance to dairy farmers and veterinarians. Surveillance and diagnostics are an important aspect of managing diseases in our herds. Nogay reviews available diagnostic tests and the advantages and disadvantages of each one. The ELISA test has a sensitivity of 65%, but is used to screen herds for the disease. The objective of this study was to determine if the four U.S. commercially licensed Salmonella vaccines would result in a positive Salmonella Dublin ELISA test result.  We walk through the results of the paper and discuss some of the findings, including the impact of the vaccines on the serum ELISA results and some potential reasons for the ELISA results after vaccination. Habing discusses future opportunities for research on this disease, including the need for better diagnostic tests, including a PCR test to screen herds.  AABP's peer-reviewed journal, The Bovine Practitioner, publishes original research studies, reviews, case series, and case reports intended to provide clinically relevant research to private practicing veterinarians. It is an open access journal and there are no publication fees for submitting authors. Read more about the journal at this link.  The effect of Salmonella vaccination on Salmonella Dublin blood enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay results. Bov Pract. 2025;59(2), 53-60. https://doi.org/10.21423/bpj20259266

Southern Remedy Healthy and Fit is hosted by Josie Bidwell, Professor of Preventive Medicine and Nurse Practitioner at UMMC. If you have a question for Josie, you can email fit@mpbonline.org. It this episode, Josie talks about breast cancer awareness with Barbara Herring, a Nurse Practitioner in the UMMC Department of Surgery. If you enjoy listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB. https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Diet has become one of the most polarizing topics in modern health. Whether it's carnivore, keto, or veganism, conversations around food can quickly become divisive. But beyond the noise and online debates — how do you actually determine the best way to eat for your health, longevity, and heart? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Joel Kahn, an integrative cardiologist often referred to as “America's Healthy Heart Doc.” After decades practicing conventional cardiology, Dr. Kahn shifted his focus toward preventative medicine — emphasizing nutrition, early testing, and lifestyle strategies to help patients avoid heart disease altogether. Dr. Kahn shares his evidence-based approach to heart disease prevention, including how he helps patients identify and treat risk factors ten years before a potential heart attack. We dive into the science behind different diets, what research actually shows about plant-based nutrition, and why personalization — not dogma — is key when it comes to both food and medication. We also explore the connection between hormones and cardiovascular health, the role of post-menopausal hormone therapy in prevention, and what tests you should consider before ever starting statins. If you care about protecting your heart—and cutting through the confusion around diet and prevention—this is an episode you don't want to miss. Episode Highlights: Dr. Kahn's transition from traditional cardiology to preventive and integrative care His lifelong passion for nutrition and functional wellness The simple rule everyone should follow for a heart-healthy diet Research-backed benefits of plant-forward eating Why statin therapy should be personalized, not automatic The most important tests to request before taking statins How hormone therapy after menopause impacts heart health The vital link between hormonal balance and cardiovascular function Dr. Kahn's top testing recommendations for early heart disease detection Connect with Dr. Joel Kahn Dr. Joel Kahn's Website | DrJoelKahn.com Dr. Joel Kahn's Clinic | Kahn Longevity Center ​​Dr. Joel Kahn on Instagram | @DrJKahn Dr. Joel Kahn's Podcast | Heart Doc VIP with Dr. Joel Kahn Dr. Joel Kahn's Books | View Dr. Joel Kahn's Library Dr. Joel Kahn on The Joe Rogan Experience | Listen To The Full Episode Dr. Kahn's Joe Rogan Experience Podcast Reference Guide | View The Reference Guide Episode Resources: Dr. Shawn Tassone's Practice | Tassone Advanced Gynecology Dr. Shawn Tassone's Book | The Hormone Balance Bible Dr. Shawn Tassone's Integrative Hormonal Mapping System | Hormonal Archetype Quiz Medical Disclaimer This podcast and website represent the opinions of Dr. Shawn Tassone and his guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice and is for informational purposes only. Because each person is so unique, please consult your health care professional for any medical questions.  

Southern Remedy Healthy and Fit is hosted by Josie Bidwell, Professor of Preventive Medicine and Nurse Practitioner at UMMC. If you have a question for Josie, you can email fit@mpbonline.org. It this episode, we talk about healthy eating. If you enjoy listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB. https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Southern Remedy Healthy and Fit is hosted by Josie Bidwell, Professor of Preventive Medicine and Nurse Practitioner at UMMC. If you have a question for Josie, you can email fit@mpbonline.org. It this episode, Josie talks about the newly released guidelines for treating hypertension. If you enjoy listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB. https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast. Social Media Medical Myths:Detox/CleanseWaterNatural vs CleanFood for Thought: Water Sauté Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Southern Remedy Healthy and Fit is hosted by Josie Bidwell, Professor of Preventive Medicine and Nurse Practitioner at UMMC. If you have a question for Josie, you can email fit@mpbonline.org. It this episode, Josie talks about the newly released guidelines for treating hypertension. If you enjoy listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB. https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Southern Remedy Healthy and Fit is hosted by Josie Bidwell, Professor of Preventive Medicine and Nurse Practitioner at UMMC. If you have a question for Josie, you can email fit@mpbonline.org. It this episode, Josie answers questions about influenza. If you enjoy listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB. https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Aimie Apigian, author of “The Biology of Trauma: How the Body Holds Fear, Pain, and Overwhelm, and How to Heal It.”

Dr. Aimie Apigian, author of “The Biology of Trauma: How the Body Holds Fear, Pain, and Overwhelm, and How to Heal It,” details how unaddressed trauma is often the hidden cause of many preventable illnesses and is linked to eight of the ten leading causes of death. The conversation delves into the physiological responses to trauma, the mechanisms by which trauma can manifest in chronic physical ailments, and the importance of incorporating a holistic approach that includes addressing mental, somatic, and biological impacts of trauma. Dr. Apigian also shares insights from her personal journey and professional evolution, emphasizing the need for a combination of medical treatment and trauma work for optimal health.

Southern Remedy Healthy and Fit is hosted by Josie Bidwell, Professor of Preventive Medicine and Nurse Practitioner at UMMC. If you have a question for Josie, you can email fit@mpbonline.org. It this episode, Josie is out of the studio, so we discuss hypertension in this episode recorded in advance. If you enjoy listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB. https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Southern Remedy Healthy and Fit is hosted by Josie Bidwell, Professor of Preventive Medicine and Nurse Practitioner at UMMC. If you have a question for Josie, you can email fit@mpbonline.org. It this episode, Josie talks about healthy aging month and offers tips to older adults on nutrition, exercise and sleep. If you enjoy listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB. https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why vaccines have become so polarizing; Florida to remove all vaccine mandates; A modest proposal for revised Covid vaccine guidelines has the CDC in an uproar; Gastroparesis—what causes it and how to alleviate it; options for treatment of tricuspid regurgitation; New tech enables continuous home testing of levels of stress hormone; The mystery of a dog's sudden death.

Sponsored By: → JASPR | For an exclusive offer go to jaspr.co/DRG and get $200 OFF for a limited time. → BiOptimizers | For an exclusive offer go to bioptimizers.com/drg and use code DRG to get 15% OFF Sign up for our newsletter! https://drchristiangonzalez.com/newsletter/ Trauma rewrites your nervous system at the cellular level, creating changes often mistaken for personality traits. When stress becomes inescapable, it triggers mitochondrial shutdown that affects energy production and explains sudden crashes. In this episode, Dr. Aimie Apigian breaks down the four stage pathway of startle, stress, freeze, and shutdown, where the crucial 15 second startle window determines whether responses become adaptive or automatic trauma patterns. She shares her retraining protocol using controlled activation and proper nervous system nutrition to rewire neural pathways faster than traditional methods. Her philosophy shifts from trauma focused excavation to life focused emergence, concentrating on living fully today rather than digging through past wounds. When your system has sufficient safety and resources, healing surfaces naturally through life's synchronicities. Stop trying to fix what's broken and start building what's alive. Be sure to like and subscribe to #HealThySelf Hosted by Doctor Christian Gonzalez N.D.Follow Doctor G on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/doctor.gonzalez/ About Our Guest: Dr. Aimie Apigian is a double board-certified physician in Preventive Medicine & Addiction Medicine and creator of The Biology of Trauma methodology. She's a leading medical expert on cellular-level trauma storage who pivoted from surgery to develop a revolutionary approach to understanding how trauma becomes stored in our biology, not just psychology. • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/draimie/ • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-aimie-apigian • website: https://traumahealingaccelerated.com Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 8:04 - The Foster Care Story That Changed Everything 12:48 - "Mommy, I'm Going to Kill You Tomorrow" 32:47 - Witnessing Her Own Trauma Response in Real Time 36:43 - The Freeze Response: What Happens in Your Body 47:47 - Gazelle vs Lion: Evolution of Trauma Response 58:34 - The Dog Experiment: Why Mindset Work Isn't Enough 1:04:09 - Practical Exercise: Retrain Your Startle Response 1:14:22 - The Biology of Trauma Book Release

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-447 Overview: New data show that quitting smoking—even at age 65 or 75—can still add years to life. In this episode, we review the latest evidence on life expectancy gains and equip you with effective, evidence-based tools to support tobacco cessation and motivate patients at any age. Episode resource links: Le,Thuy TT., Mendez, D. , & Warner, K. (2024). The Benefits of Quitting Smoking at Different Ages. American Journal of Preventive Medicine, 67 (5), 684-688. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.amepre.2024.06.020.    What are the treatments for tobacco dependence? National Institute on Drug Abuse https://nida.nih.gov/publications/research-reports/tobacco-nicotine-e-cigarettes/what-are-treatments-tobacco-dependence Smokefree.gov offers Apps, counseling, texting support, tools and tips for your patient to build your quit plan Selby, P., & Zawertailo, L. (2022). Tobacco Addiction. The New England journal of medicine, 387(4), 345–354. https://doi.org/10.1056/NEJMcp2032393 Guest: Jill M. Terrien PhD, ANP-BC  Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com  

In this conversation, we delve into the science of food sensitivity testing, immune reactivity, and microbiome health with Dr. Aristo Vojdani. Dr. Vojdani is the Chief Scientific Advisor for Cyrex Labs in Arizona, a Clinical Professor in the Department of Preventive Medicine at Loma Linda University, and an Adjunct Professor of functional neurology at NUHS Lincoln College.  Join in to discover: The two immunology workshops that changed Dr. Vojdani's life. How to accurately measure antibodies using advanced scientific methods. The role that early detection plays in mitigating chronic disease.  What “natural killer” cells are, and how scientists are able to identify them. The science of digestive enzymes.  Dr. Vojdani holds a Ph.D. in microbiology and clinical immunology, with advanced postdoctoral training in tumor immunology at UCLA. Over the course of a distinguished 40-year career, his research has explored how environmental triggers contribute to the development of chronic and autoimmune diseases.  A pioneer in diagnostic innovation, Dr. Vojdani holds 15 U.S. patents for laboratory testing methods and has authored more than 120 peer-reviewed scientific publications. He currently serves as CEO and technical director of Immunosciences Lab, Inc. in Los Angeles, and contributes his expertise as an editorial board member for four scientific journals and guest editor for six others. Want to learn more about Dr. Vojdani and his intriguing work? Click here now! Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C Keep up with Aristo Vojdani socials here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/immunsci/   X: https://x.com/draristovojdani