Medicine Redefined: Recent Episodes
Darshan Shah, DO & Altamash Raja, DO, CSCS
Dr. Darsh Shah, DO & Dr. Altamash Raja, DO, CSCS interview practitioners who challenge the norm and promote health during a time when the healthcare system feels broken. Find out how experts in the fields of sleep, nutrition, exercise, stress resilience, rehabilitation, integrative/functional/lifestyle medicine and so much more are using "unconventional" approaches to move the needle forward and redefine medicine as we know it.
Dr. Darsh Shah and Dr. Altamash Raja sit down with Dr. Nisha Chellam to explore her journey from traditional internal medicine to functional medicine. Together, they discuss the “revolving door” of chronic disease, why she stopped attending supplement-driven conferences, and how she blends evidence-based care with lifestyle change. Dr. Chellam shares how she helps patients uncover the true root causes of illness and reclaim ownership of their health.
SOURCES:
00:10:00 — Discovering Functional Medicine
Institute for Functional Medicine: What Is Functional Medicine?
00:18:00 — Root Cause Medicine Explained
Cleveland Clinic: Functional Medicine Approach
00:34:00 — Functional vs. Lifestyle Medicine
American College of Lifestyle Medicine: What Is Lifestyle Medicine?
00:58:00 — Functional Labs and Data-Driven Care
PubMed: The Value of Advanced Biomarkers in Functional Medicine
01:06:00 — Metabolic Health and Insulin Resistance
American Heart Association: Understanding Insulin Resistance
01:15:00 — Redefining What “Good Medicine” MeansBMJ: Rethinking Medicine — The Movement to Redefine Care
Contact Dr. Chellam:
Linkedin | Nisha Chellam
Instagram, YouTube, X | @holisticicon
Find Us Here:
Instagram, Threads, X, TikTok | @medredefined
Thank you for listening! Let us know what you think!
Darsh and Altamash talk to Dr. Leah Houston, an emergency medicine physician turned healthcare entrepreneur, for insights on the broken physician credentialing system and how technology could restore autonomy to doctors.
TIMESTAMPS:
00:01:00 – Evercred (decentralized physician credentialing platform) evercred.com
00:04:00 – Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) oig.hhs.gov
00:05:00 – Relative Value Unit (RVU) definition en.wikipediaorg
00:12:00 – The Joint Commission (healthcare accreditation body) 00:14:00 – National Provider Identifier (NPI) en.wikipedia.org
00:19:00 – Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC) imlcc.com
00:28:00 – Decentralized Identity (DID) in healthcare healthdatamanagement.com
00:29:00 – Direct Primary Care (DPC) payment model https://www.healthinsurance.org/glossary/direct-primary-care/
00:39:00 – Blockchain (distributed ledger technology) explained techtarget.com
Thank you for listening!
Darsh and Altamash are back, trading thoughts on what’s been capturing their attention lately - from the tech tools boosting daily efficiency to the appeal of living more “pro-analog.” They dive into the hype and science behind ketones, unpack how GLP-1s are reshaping the way we think about food and cravings, and share insights on what it really means to find preventive, proactive healthcare today. It’s a thoughtful but approachable conversation, blending current events, health trends, and practical takeaways.
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Introduction to Medicine Redefined
00:33 Current Events and Political Landscape
02:10 Random Show Concept and Personal Updates
02:44 Writing and Creative Outlets
06:48 Tech Tools and Apps for Efficiency
10:32 Medical Innovations: Vagus Nerve and Hydrodissection
19:48 Breathwork and Meditation Techniques
23:49 Exploring Exogenous Ketones
28:31 Understanding Brain Health and Mood Disorders
29:31 Exploring Ketone Supplements
30:52 Nootropics and Cognitive Enhancers
32:48 The Future of Social Connection
40:44 The Concept of Misogi and Mental Fortitude
42:34 GLP-1 and Obesity Treatment
49:36 Navigating Healthcare and Finding the Right Provider
SOURCES
05:12 | How and Why To Try Alternate Nostril Breathing (Cleveland Clinic)
08:47 | Buteyko vs Soma Breathing: Origins, Benefits and Differences (Buteyko Clinic International)
14:33 | OU Researchers Explore Vagus Nerve Stimulation for Multiple Conditions (University of Oklahoma)
19:55 | Exogenous Ketones: Do They Work, and Are They Safe? (Medical News Today)
24:18 | Ozempic Quiets Food Noise in the Brain — But How? (Scientific American)
27:42 | “Food Noise”: Do Weight Loss Drugs Stop It? (Health.com)
33:11 | How to Find a Medicine 3.0 Doctor like Dr. Peter Attia (Vitality / AWI Longevity Clinic)
37:40 | Embracing an Analog Lifestyle: Opt Out of Overwhelm (The Tiny Life)
41:05 | “The ‘Boring Phone’ – Gen Z Ditch Smartphones for Dumbphones” (The Guardian)
45:22 | Alfred – Productivity App for macOS (Official Site)
47:36 | OpenAI Whisper (Speech Recognition AI)
Darsh and Altamash dive into Netflix’s Fit for TV and the wild story behind The Biggest Loser. From shocking weight loss tactics to the billion-dollar business of reality TV, tune in as they break down the science of obesity, GLP-1s, and the dark side of weight-loss entertainment.
Sources:
00:01 | Fit for TV (Netflix doc)
01:30 | The Biggest Loser (NBC show)
02:50 | Jillian Michaels (trainer)
03:45 | Bob Harper (trainer)
04:15 | GLP-1 drugs (Ozempic/Wegovy)
05:20 | Calories In/Out model
14:20 | Dr. Robert Huizenga
15:20 | Motivational interviewing
15:30 | Metabolic ward studies
25:20 | NYT: After The Biggest Loser
25:25 | Kevin Hall (NIH)
26:00 | Hall et al. 2016 (Obesity)
27:10 | Yo-yo dieting
27:30 | Leptin hormone
30:50 | Alan Aragon (nutritionist)
32:00 | Set point theory
32:45 | Stephan Guyenet (author)
33:20 | Sarcopenia
35:00 | Temptation challenges
35:10 | Big Brother (reality show)
35:15 | Survivor (reality show)
38:50 | Dr. Mike Varshavski
39:05 | Dr. Mike Israetel
39:10 | Aesthetic Revolution (concept/book)
Thanks for listening!
Dr. Darsh Shah and Dr. Altamash Raja continue their conversation with Dr. Shawn Arent on hormone physiology and performance. They dive into female physiology and menstrual cycle myths, the overlooked role of thyroid and reverse T3, catecholamines and autonomic balance, and the future of performance enhancement with GLP-1s and muscle-preserving drugs. A practical, evidence-based look at optimizing health and performance!
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Introduction to Medicine Redefined
00:37 Deep Dive into Hormone Physiology
00:54 Female Physiology and Menstrual Cycle
01:03 Thyroid Hormone Optimization
01:12 Catecholamines and Autonomic Balance
01:23 GLP-1 Agonists and Muscle Preservation
01:58 Guest Introduction: Dr. Shawn Arent
02:21 Discussion on Female Physiology
02:29 Menstrual Cycle and Training
07:28 Hormonal Influence on Injury
07:50 Autoregulation in Training
19:03 Thyroid Hormone and Metabolism
33:55 Catecholamines and Training Response
40:55 Sympathetic vs. Parasympathetic Dominance
45:30 Tracking Trends for Better Interventions
45:53 Wearables and Recovery in Rugby
46:55 Debunking Post-Workout Downregulation
50:52 Contextualizing Fitness Advice
57:06 Balancing Training Methods
01:04:30 The Role of IGF-1 in Recovery
01:07:02 GLP-1 Agonists and Muscle Preservation
01:15:22 Myostatin Inhibitors: The Future of Muscle Growth?
01:21:25 Final Thoughts on Health and Performance
The Impact of Menstrual Cycle Phase on Athletes’ Performance: A Narrative Review MDPI
Current evidence shows no influence of women’s menstrual cycle phase on acute strength performance or adaptations to resistance exercise training Frontiers
The Effects of Menstrual Cycle Phase on Exercise Performance in Eumenorrheic Women: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Springer
Influence of Menstrual Cycle Phases on Maximal Strength, Power and High-Intensity Interval Performance – A Systematic Review with Meta-Analysis MDPI
Evidence-Based Training Guidelines for Elite Women Football and Team Sports Human Kinetics
Hormones, Hypertrophy, and Hype: An Evidence-Guided Primer on Endogenous Endocrine Influences on Exercise-Induced Muscle Hypertrophy ESSR
Menstrual Cycle Effects on Sports Performance and Adaptations to Training: A Historical Perspective PubMed
Effect of Estrogen on Musculoskeletal Performance and Injury Risk Frontiers
Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries in Female Athletes: A Narrative Review of Prevention, Risk Factors, and Management Bone Jt Open
The Influence of Age on the Effectiveness of Neuromuscular Training to Reduce ACL Injury in Female Athletes: A Meta-Analysis PMC
Catecholamine and Cardiovascular Responses to Exercise: An Update Springer
Effects of Different Training Interventions on Heart Rate Variability in People with Overweight and Obesity: A Systematic Review Frontiers
Blood-Based Biomarkers for Monitoring Workload and Recovery in Athletes Sports Med Open
Changes in Lean Body Mass with the Use of Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonists for Weight Loss and Strategies to Mitigate LBM Loss Wiley
ADA Newsroom: GLP-1 Agonists and Lean Body Mass ADA News
Effects of Subjective and Objective Autoregulation Methods in Resistance Training: A Systematic Review PeerJ
Biomarkers in Sports and Exercise: Tracking Health, Performance, and Recovery in Athletes Springer
Exercise, Training, and the HPT/HPA/HPG Axes in Athletes CSMR
Circulating Testosterone as the Hormonal Basis of Sex Differences in Athletic Performance PMC
Optimizing Health and Athletic Performance for Women Springer
Thank you for listening!
We are back with a powerhouse guest, Dr. Shawn Arent, for part 1 of a series on hormone optimization. From cortisol misconceptions to insulin fearmongering, they cut through the noise with science-backed insight into performance, recovery, and stress physiology. You’ll rethink everything you’ve seen on social media about hormones.
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Introduction to Medicine Redefined
00:36 Welcoming Dr. Sean Arent
02:11 The Importance of Cortisol
02:49 Understanding Cortisol's Role in Performance
04:59 Chronic Cortisol and Overtraining
13:51 Monitoring Stress and Performance
22:30 The Role of Nutrition in Cortisol Management
33:31 Insulin: The Anabolic Hormone
39:27 Exercise and Insulin Sensitivity
40:43 Impact of Stress and Sleep on Glucose Levels
43:02 Continuous Glucose Monitors: Pros and Cons
47:42 Athlete Nutrition and Performance
55:52 Hormonal Responses to Training
01:07:18 Sex Hormones and Athletic Performance
01:17:37 Conclusion and Future Topics
SOURCES
00:00:22 | Cortisol deficiency (Addison’s disease) is life-threatening
00:04:42 | Cortisol peaks in early morning (chronobiology)
00:05:25 | Acute sleep deprivation significantly increases cortisol
00:05:42 | One week of 5h/night sleep restriction lowers testosterone by \~10–15%
00:22:11 | Cortisol stimulates gluconeogenesis (maintains blood glucose upon waking)
00:27:38 | No single reliable biomarker for overtraining syndrome
00:27:38 | Overtrained athletes show blunted HR, blood lactate and cortisol responses
00:29:00 | Prolactin rises in response to stress/exercise
00:30:00 | Dietary fat guidelines: 20–35% of calories from fat
00:33:30 | Insulin is an anabolic hormone promoting nutrient storage
00:33:30 | Low-fat (∼20% fat) diets reduce testosterone 10–15% vs high-fat diets
00:39:26 | Regular exercise improves insulin sensitivity
00:39:26 | ~38% (~98M) of U.S. adults have prediabetes
00:40:29 | Shorter sleep duration impairs insulin sensitivity
00:01:02:57 | Exercise above the lactate threshold elicits maximal GH release
01:04:42 | Resting lactate \~1–2 mmol/L; intense exercise >20 mmol/L
01:08:53 | Higher testosterone levels correlate with greater lean mass in men
01:11:51 | Winners in competition show post-event testosterone spikes
01:12:29 | Female athlete amenorrhea leads to low bone density and stress fractures
01:12:29 | Amenorrheic female athletes have lower IGF-1 (growth factor)
01:08:53 | Testosterone even within normal range affects strength/mass
In this episode of Medicine Redefined, Darsh and Altamash dive deep into the question on every future and current physician’s mind: is medicine still worth it? What starts as a reflection on the financial and emotional toll of the profession quickly evolves into a powerful conversation about agency, reinvention, and longevity in medicine. With honesty and humor, they unpack their own journeys from burnout to building lives and careers on their own terms, sharing hard-earned insights and tactical frameworks for thriving in a changing healthcare landscape.
If you’ve ever felt disillusioned about your path in medicine or wondered how to break free from the constraints of the job, this episode will challenge and inspire you to rethink what’s possible.
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Introduction to Medicine Redefined
00:54 Is Medicine Still Worth It?
02:24 Challenges in Modern Medicine
05:20 Financial Realities of Medical Education
10:46 Diversifying Medical Careers
17:40 The Importance of Diverse Experiences
22:20 Generational Shifts in Medical Practice
22:55 The Importance of Professional Diversification
23:21 Shared Decision Making with Patients
23:48 Challenging the Culture of Self-Destruction
24:15 Advice for Aspiring Neurosurgeons
24:32 Balancing Interests and Professional Growth
25:54 The Business of Medicine
27:59 Frameworks for Medical Students
29:33 Reframing Medical Careers
33:49 Setting Prices in Direct Pay Practice
41:18 Final Thoughts and Parting Words
SOURCES
| [00:06:45] | One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R.1, 119th Congress) – A 2025 budget reconciliation bill passed by the House and signed into law, containing sweeping tax and spending changes (health, taxes, etc.)
| [00:06:51] | Medicaid coverage cuts – CBO estimated the reconciliation bill would reduce Medicaid enrollment by on the order of 10–12 million people
| [00:06:53] | Fiscal impact of the bill – Analyses (e.g. by the CRFB) show the bill adds roughly $3.4 trillion to the deficit (≈$4.1 trillion including interest)
| [00:07:30] | Student loan policy changes – H.R.1 eliminates Grad PLUS loans (effective July 1, 2026) and caps borrowing for medical/law students at $50,000/year ($200,000 total)
| [00:07:45] | AAMC medical school cost data – The AAMC reports median 4‑year cost of attendance for public med schools ~$286K (2025 cohort, i.e. ~$71–73K/year including living)
| [00:08:04] | AAMC medical school debt – AAMC data show the median debt at graduation for MD grads is about $205,000
| [00:09:39] | Primary care physician trend – Reports indicate many U.S. med students are “turning away from primary care in favor of more lucrative specialties”, leading to projected shortages.
| [00:09:39] | Primary care shortage (projected)
| [00:09:39] | Overall physician shortage – AAMC projects an all‑specialty physician shortage up to ~86,000 doctors by 2036
| [00:09:49] | Healthcare spending share (physicians) – U.S. health expenditure data: hospitals ~31% and physicians/clinics ~20% of total spending in 2023 (so physician pay is a fraction of total cost)
| [00:10:00] | Private equity in healthcare – Deal activity surged in 2024
| [00:10:05] | PE healthcare deals (2024) – A recent analysis counted ~1,069 private‑equity healthcare deals in the U.S. in 2024.
| [00:17:15] | Peter Attia – Physician who left surgical residency
[00:21:09] | Emphasizing diversity of thought and experience in healthcare teams can broaden insight and drive innovation
[00:21:34] | The notion of a physician “martyr complex”
[00:32:20] | Nearly 39% of U.S. doctors now have side “gigs”
[00:33:23] | A 2023 randomized trial (knee bursitis) found local corticosteroid injections relieved pain significantly more than extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT)
[00:34:16] | Concierge medicine and Direct Primary Care (DPC) are growing trends
[00:39:58] | Patients paying concierge/DPC fees gain perks (shorter wait times, direct doctor access)
In this episode of Medicine Redefined, Dr. Darsh and Dr. Altamash sit down with Dr. Vince Marchese, sports medicine physician and founder of Apex Medicine, to explore how transparency and direct pay models are transforming healthcare.
We break down why traditional insurance creates confusion and barriers, how clear pricing empowers patients, and what happens when physicians reclaim time to focus on care - not paperwork.
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Introduction to Medicine Redefined00:35 Meet Dr. Vince Marchese01:13 Journey to Sports Medicine01:37 Breaking Away from Insurance02:06 Life as a Direct Pay Practitioner09:33 Understanding Insurance Complexities10:27 The History of Insurance11:56 Navigating the Insurance Maze15:37 The Case for Direct Pay17:31 Empowering Patients with Knowledge41:39 The Insurance Dilemma42:00 State Mandates and Penalties42:58 Self-Insurance and Cost-Saving Strategies44:40 Catastrophic Insurance and HSAs52:04 The Benefits of Direct Pay Models55:02 Building a Patient-Centric Practice01:04:31 Scaling and Future of Direct Pay Medicine01:11:44 Support Systems and Taking the Leap01:16:03 Closing Thoughts and Resources
SOURCES
Healthcare Spending & Insurance Costs
[00:16:01]“51 cents of every healthcare dollar goes to insurance” – In fact, CMS and KFF data show [1, 2] private insurers cover ~30% of U.S. health spending, and federal/state programs ~51%. Administrative overhead is only about 7.4% of spending [1].
[00:10:00] Average premium costs – Kaiser Family Foundation reports that in 2024 the average annual employer health insurance premium is ~$8,951 for single coverage and ~$25,572 for family coverage [4], illustrating why monthly premiums can seem “crazy high.”
Policy & Regulations
[00:31:54] Balance billing protections (No Surprises Act) – Effective Jan 1, 2022, federal law bans surprise/“balance” bills for most emergency and certain other out-of-network services [5, 6]. For example, CFPB explains that patients generally will no longer face balance bills for emergency care [5, 6] under the No Surprises Act.
Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
[00:43:30] Triple tax advantage of HSAs – HSAs are truly tax-advantaged. According to IRS rules and financial guides, HSA contributions are tax-deductible, earnings grow tax-free, and qualified withdrawals are tax-free [7, 8]. Bank of America and IRS publications both highlight this “triple-tax” benefit.
[00:44:17] HSA contribution limits – For 2024, IRS rules allow $4,150 annual HSA contributions for self-only HDHP coverage and $8,300 for family coverage [7] (The podcast guest’s “~$4,000” estimate for solo coverage aligns with the $4,150 limit for 2024 [7]).
Price Transparency & Cash Payments
[00:21:30] MRI cash prices – Pricing guides show that uninsured (cash) MRI costs vary widely. For example, a 2025 SingleCare review finds a national average MRI cost of ~$1,325 (range ~$400–$12,000) without insurance [9]. A cash-pay platform (MDsave) reports a $1,335 average for an MRI, with their cash price as low as ~$805 [10]. These sources confirm that self-pay MRI prices can be far below billed/insurance prices.
[00:21:30] Cash vs. negotiated prices – Studies show many hospitals set their cash (self-pay) rates lower than insurer-negotiated rates. For example, one analysis found 60% of insurer-negotiated hospital rates exceed the hospital’s cash price for the same service [11], and a JAMA-published study reports that cash prices are often below the commercial prices insurers pay [12]. In short, paying cash (or high-deductible plans) can sometimes cost less than the “discounted” insurance rate.
Referenced Book
[00:21:24] The Price We Pay – Dr. Marty Makary
In this episode of Medicine Redefined, Darsh and Altamash sit down with Dr. Patrick “Rocky” Sullivan, an emergency physician turned ketamine therapy pioneer, to explore how this powerful molecule is quietly transforming mental health care. Drawing from years of ER experience and clinical innovation, Dr. Sullivan breaks down the science, stigma, and promise behind ketamine treatment for depression, PTSD, addiction, and chronic pain.
We unpack the nuances of off-label prescribing, why most depression treatments miss the mark, and how ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP) is helping patients rewire trauma in real time.
If you’ve ever wondered how ketamine really works, who it's for (and who it’s not), or what a responsible treatment plan should look like, this conversation will change your perspective. It's an eye-opening look into the future of mental health care.
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Introduction to Medicine Redefined
00:36 Meet Dr. Patrick Sullivan
01:46 The Evolution of Ketamine Therapy
03:18 Rocky's Journey into Psychiatry
07:57 Understanding Ketamine's Mechanism
08:49 Off-Label Uses and Research
11:12 Ketamine in Emergency and Pain Management
14:14 The Importance of Set and Setting
15:29 From Anesthetic to Antidepressant
17:15 Mainstream Depression Treatments
23:02 Navigating Treatment Options
26:45 Screening and Safety Protocols
37:29 Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy
41:42 Telehealth and Ketamine Delivery
42:16 The Importance of Provider Interaction
43:11 Case Studies: Depression and OCD
43:55 Case Studies: Pain and Trauma
44:24 Case Studies: Alcohol Use Disorder
46:12 The Role of Therapy in Ketamine Treatment
47:54 Ketamine's Mechanism and Benefits
52:09 Maintenance and Dosage Variability
01:05:13 Challenges in Ketamine Research and Regulation
01:16:14 Conclusion and Contact Information
SOURCES
04:13: Ketamine suicidal ideation meta-analysis; Ketamine depression meta-analysis
05:09: What is ketamine?
06:01: History of ketamine
07:36: Off-label prescriptions
07:44: Research referenced on alcoholism and ketamine:
- 1997 study
- 1998 study
- 2001 study
- 2018 study
07:44: 2000 study done on depression and ketamine
07:44: 2006 study repeated
09:30: Ketamine dose-dependent responses
10:13: Ketamine on respiratory drive
10:58: Ketamine for asthma
13:47: Psychedelic therapy
15:21: Treatment-resistant depression
16:18: SSRIs and other antidepressant drugs
17:36: ECT and Ketamine therapy studies:
- Study 1
- Study 2
- Study 3 (70% statistic)
18:48: TMS
18:48: Spravato study
18:48: IV Infusion ketamine study
22:19: Treatment resistance depression prevalance
25:20: Mathew Perry story
28:05: Studies on how Ketamine works in the brain:
- Study 1
- Study 2
29:30: Adjustment disorders
32:21: Studies on BDNF and ketamine:
- Study 1
- Study 2
- Study 3
- Study 4
32:37: Exercise and BDNF
32:39: HIIT and BDNF
35:08: Ketamine assisted psychotherapy research
38:08: Ketamine for PTSD
44:27: EMDR
44:46: How to change your mind:
- Documentary
- Book
01:04:25: Ketamine is top-studied drug in depression
01:05:40: Low-dose naltrexone
01:06:00: FDA approval for naltrexone
01:07:23: American Society of Ketamine Physicians, Psychotherapists & Practitioners
01:14:02: Rocky’s website!
In this episode of Medicine Redefined, Darsh and Altamash take a deep dive into the complex world of medications with Dr. Vinay Patel, pharmacist and founder of MakoRx. Dr. Patel exposes the hidden realities behind Big Pharma, explaining why generic drugs can be so confusing and revealing the true factors driving skyrocketing pharmacy prices. We also explore how cutting-edge AI technology is revolutionizing drug discovery and development.
This conversation will fundamentally change how you understand the medications you rely on every day. Whether you’re a healthcare professional or simply curious, this episode delivers powerful knowledge and a fresh perspective. Tune in!
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Introduction to Medicine Redefined00:36 Meet Vinay Patel: Healthcare Innovator01:04 Understanding PBMs: The Hidden Middlemen02:47 The Evolution of PBMs05:29 Vertical Integration and Its Impact15:52 The Complexities of Drug Pricing26:30 Compounding Pharmacies and GLP-1 Medications34:15 Mark Cuban's Cost Plus Solution37:39 The Dominance of Employer-Based Health Insurance39:46 The Generic vs. Brand Medication Debate40:52 Challenges in Generic Drug Manufacturing45:05 The Role of Pharmacists in Medication Management50:50 Solutions for a Broken Healthcare System53:54 Introduction to Make O Rx58:29 Overcoming Barriers in the Healthcare Market01:01:31 The Future of Pharmaceuticals and AI01:05:54 Key Takeaways for Healthcare Providers01:08:04 Final Thoughts and Contact Information
SOURCES
- 00:19: Price We Pay Book
- 01:35: Pharmacy Benefit Management History
- 03:24: Medical Modernization Act
- 03:53: Affordable Care Act
- 04:13: Vertical Integration
- 04:33: Big Three Control 80% of Prescriptions
- 04:56: 20% of Smaller Companies
- 05:40: Tyson Foods RightWay
- 06:01: Smaller PBMs Gaining Traction
- 07:42: Antitrust enforcement in healthcare
- 08:22: Affordable Care Act and High Deductible Plans
- 09:24: Gag clauses
- 09:58: Trump’s Law to Eliminate Gag Clauses
- 10:39: Elizabeth Warren and Josh Hawley's Bill on PBMs
- 13:25: Clawbacks
- 14:32: Clawback disclosure law
- 14:52: Losing money on drugs
- 15:00: GLP-1 drugs
- 16:27: Info on drug pricing
- 17:05: Insurance companies set drug prices
- 22:01: Article on rebates
- 22:30: Net prices have gone down
- 22:39: List prices have gone up
- 24:21: Deep dive into drug prices in US
- 24:45: US VS Europe drug pricing
- 26:49: US subsidizes the world’s drug prices
- 27:32: History of Ozempic
- 28:31: Current status of Ozempic shortage
- 29:11: Compounding drugs law
- 32:21: Compounding pharmacy creditation
- 34:42: Alliance for pharmacy compounding
- 35:35: Cost plus
- 36:16: NADAC
- 39:27: Number of people on employer health insurance
- 41:35: Bottle of lies
- 56:55: Mako RX
Dr. Vinay Patel’s contacts:
- Email: vinay.patel@makorx.com.
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vinaypharmd/
In this episode, Darsh and Altamash talk about why so many people feel let down by the healthcare system. They break down where trust has gone wrong, how rising costs and confusing policies leave both patients and doctors frustrated, and why it feels like "no one is coming to save you". They also get into AI’s growing role in medicine, the recent Surgeon General pick, and what it means to get on board with AI.
00:00 Introduction (Dr. Darsh hates on LeBron)
00:49 Setting the Stage: Healthcare System Frustrations
01:58 Theme 1: Erosion of Trust in Healthcare
15:12 Theme 2: Financial Burden and Affordability Crisis
23:32 Theme 3: Systemic Pressures and Burnout
31:28 The Future of Medical Education
31:48 AI in Medical Decision Making
33:15 The Rapid Advancement of AI
33:46 AI's Impact on Jobs and Society
37:24 Healthcare System Challenges and Layoffs
39:43 Controversial Surgeon General Nomination
47:22 Functional Health and Longevity Market
55:49 Accountability in Health and Society
Resources mentioned in the show:
- 03:30 Public Trust fell after COVID
- 04:09 UHC Medicare Fraud case
- 04:38 21st Century Cures Act
- 14:24 The Price We Pay book
- 29:30 Simon Sinek ranting about soft skills
- 30:14 People referenced:
- Vanessa Van Edwards
- Vin Giang
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Jefferson Fisher
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33:03 Chat GPT study
- 34:41 Sergey Brin interview
- 35:02 AI Singularity
- 36:16 Morgan Housel podcast
- 39:30 Nobel Prize study
- 47:32 Healthcare huddle
- 47:41 Function health acquiring Ezra
- 47: 57 Function health
- 50:53 Dr. Mike Episode with Prenuvo
- 50:50 Dr. Mike Episode with Eric Topol
- 56:28 David Wiss Episode
- 57:27: Young people can’t pass military test
- 57:47: I, Robot movie
- 59:38: Indistractable book
DEEP DIVE:
- 04:17 Distrust in pharmaceutical companies
- 15:45 Medical debt bankruptcies
- 15:57 Exponential growth of healthcare costs
- 16:12 35% of Americans cannot afford quality healthcare
- 17:10 Law that stops emergency rooms from refusing care:
- 18:04: Healthcare premiums have been increasing over time
- 18:27 Laws and regulations for price transparency:
- Link 1
- Link 2
- Link 3
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Issues with compliance
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18:49 Drug pricing transparency
- 23:46 Healthcare burnout at all time high
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COVID and the impact on burnout
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24:12 Average medical school debt accrued
- 24: 17 Average doctor salary
- 26:10 Generational divide between new and old doctors
- 37:23 Tech Layoffs
- 37: 43 Stand up for science
- 37:52 Schools losing funding
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41:49 Red 3 ban
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- 42:21 Surgeon general completed med school but not residency
- 46:47 RFK don’t listen to me on vaccines Thank you for listening, let us know your thoughts!
We welcome back Dr. Jeremy Boyd for a deep dive into one of the most debated injuries in sports medicine: the ACL tear. Building on our previous conversation around philosophy and mindset in rehab, this one gets tactical—real tactics, real strategies, and real challenges.
Topics Covered in the Episode:
•The 4 main pathways for ACL injury management: reconstruction, repair, non-operative rehab, and cross-bracing for regeneration/recovery
•What makes someone a coper—and how to identify them safely
•ACL rehab with a unique blend of manual therapy, neurocognitive testing, and performance training
•Why rehab isn’t just physical—it’s psychological and personal
•Risks and benefits of surgery vs. non-op management (and shared decision-making)
•ACL self-healing and of course, the use of orthobiologics in ACL healing
•What every patient recovering from an ACL tear should know.
Resources Mentioned in the show:
Cross Bracing Protocol
ACL Self-healing study
KANON trial for non-op ACL healing
PRP for ACL injuries
Dr. Jeremy Boyd, founder of Trifecta Therapeutics, a sports rehabilitation and performance practice with three locations in Southern NJ/Greater Philadelphia, is residency and fellowship trained and board-certified in Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy. As a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists (FAAOMPT), he demonstrates advanced skills in diagnosing and treating complex neuromusculoskeletal conditions, utilizing a comprehensive approach that integrates advanced manual therapy and psychological considerations. Dr. Boyd's expertise is trusted by elite athletes from the NFL, NBA, MLB, and the Olympics, and he has a particular interest and focus on ACL injuries and rehabilitation within his practice.
Topics covered in this episode:
- Why manual therapy remains so polarizing — and what the research actually says
- How to tease out whether patient “failed” rehab or the rehab actually failed the patient
- The critical role of therapeutic alliance in patient outcomes
- The downsides of social media misinformation in rehab and healthcare
- How to properly dose both exercise and rest for high performers
- Practical advice for physicians and clinicians to evaluate the quality of a rehab program
Resources mentioned in the show:
- Adam Meakins — The Sports Physio
- Adriaan Louw — Pain Neuroscience Education
- Change Maker by John Berardi
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Range by David Epstein
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- Mastery by Robert GreeneConnect with Jeremy Boyd
- Trifecta Therapeutics
- Jeremy Boyd — @thedecentdoctor
Dr. David Wiss, a registered dietitian with a PhD in Public Health from UCLA and a minor in Health Psychology. David is the founder of Nutrition in Recovery and the creator of the Wise Mind Nutrition app, which blends nutritional psychology, behavioral change, and trauma-informed care. His work sits at the cutting edge of nutritional psychiatry, functional medicine, and public health—and today’s conversation will leave you thinking deeply about how food shapes not just our bodies, but our minds, behaviors, and even our societal structures.
In this episode, we cover:
- The spectrum between disordered eating and full-blown eating disorders like ARFID
- How ultra-processed foods hijack our brain’s reward system and mimic addiction
- The emerging connection between gut health, inflammation, and mental health
- Why early life trauma shapes long-term food behaviors and emotional regulation
- How Dr. Wiss’s personal recovery journey inspired the Wise Mind Nutrition app and his unique clinical approach
Mentioned in show:
David's Website
Wise Mind Nutrition App
Nutrition in Recovery
ARFID
Nova Institute Think Tank
Food Politics - Dr. Mike Podcast
Recommended Article -Nutritional Criminology
Social Media
In this unscripted deep dive, Altamash and Darsh tackle the overlooked but increasingly relevant topic of microplastics—what they are, how they affect our bodies, and what practical steps we can take to reduce exposure. From water filtration and air quality to household hacks and consumer habits, they explore the intersection of environmental toxins, chronic disease, and health optimization. Plus, the conversation veers into everything from sauna myths and visceral fat to book abandonment and the art of communication. A curious, wide-ranging discussion grounded in evidence and everyday life.
Podcasts mentioned in the show
Toxins on Medicine Redefined
Rhonda Patrick on Modern Wisdom
Peter Attia on Microplastics
Studies
Abdominal fat causing pain?
Dr. Sarah “Sassy” Weinstein—triple board-certified in family medicine, sports medicine, and lifestyle medicine. After finishing her family medicine residency, Dr. Weinstein headed to Colorado for a sports medicine fellowship, then expanded her expertise by becoming board-certified in lifestyle medicine. Now practicing in Princeton, New Jersey, she blends advanced sports medicine techniques with holistic, lifestyle-focused care—all within a direct specialty care model that cuts out needless insurance barriers.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
- How she built a fulfilling practice by leaving draining environments behind and embracing direct specialty care.
- Smart strategies for marketing and community outreach, helping her connect authentically with patients who need her most.
- A blueprint for handling logistics in a cash-based model, from price transparency to collaboration with imaging centers.
- Practical lifestyle medicine tips to address inflammation, enhance recovery, and boost overall wellness.
- Advice for medical trainees and early-career physicians on finding autonomy and renewed passion in the evolving healthcare landscape.
Core Sports Medicine
Dr. Robyn Tiger is a board-certified physician and founder of StressFreeMD, a platform dedicated to helping healthcare professionals navigate burnout and reclaim a sense of calm in their daily lives. After overcoming her own high-pressure struggles as an interventional radiologist, Dr. Tiger dove deeply into lifestyle medicine, mind-body techniques, and cognitive behavioral tools—eventually developing a holistic approach to sustainable stress management. She is the author of Feeling Stressed Is Optional and a sought-after speaker who educates medical trainees, institutions, and practitioners on evidence-based strategies for improving mental well-being. Through her coaching and online programs, Dr. Tiger empowers others to prioritize self-care, rediscover their “why,” and cultivate resilience in the face of modern healthcare’s most pressing challenges.
In this episode:
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Revisiting Dr. Tiger’s JourneyHow her initial struggles with burnout shaped her holistic, mind-body approach to stress relief.
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Labels & IdentitiesWhy identifying solely as a “doctor,” “mom,” or “Type A” may keep you stuck—and how to break free.
-Stress: Good vs. BadUnderstanding healthy stress (eustress) and how to prevent chronic distress from impacting your health.
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Practical Self-Care ToolsBusy-physician strategies to eat well, move mindfully, sleep better, and support mental health.
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Aligning with Your PurposeReconnecting with your deeper “why,” so you can show up better for your patients, colleagues, and loved ones.
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Website
Today, we are honored to welcome Dr. Leonaura Rhodes, a physician, public health expert, neurotherapist, and certified brain health coach. With over three decades of experience, she has dedicated her career to helping individuals optimize brain function, manage stress, and design fulfilling lives. Dr. Rhodes combines her expertise in medicine, coaching, and neuroscience to empower people with actionable strategies for peak health and longevity.
In this episode, we explore neurodegenerative diseases, the lifestyle factors that influence brain health, and practical steps to protect cognitive function as we age.
Topics include:
•Understanding neurodegenerative diseases: causes, progression, and common types like Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and vascular dementia.
•The role of genetics vs. lifestyle—can we prevent cognitive decline?
•The 11 key factors that influence brain aging and cognitive function.
•The power of exercise, sleep, and diet in maintaining long-term brain health.
•How stress, inflammation, and gut health contribute to neurodegeneration.
•The latest insights on supplements like creatine and their impact on brain performance.
•How to build a resilient mind and optimize mental well-being through mindfulness and stress management.
In this episode, we revisit our 2024 health predictions to see what we got right—and what we completely missed. Then, we dive into the biggest winners and losers of 2025, the most overhyped health trends, and the breakthrough technologies that will actually make an impact.
- Plus, Altamash shares his personal experience with surgery and recovery, revealing the critical lessons he learned about muscle loss, nutrition, and what most people (and even doctors) overlook when it comes to post-surgical healing.
Tune in to hear:
* The 2025 health trends that are here to stay—and the ones that need to go.
* AI’s growing role in healthcare and how it’s changing the game.
* The truth about wearables, biohacking, and ultra-optimized living.
* Why traditional insurance models are on the decline.
* A deep dive into surgical recovery: what helps, what hurts, and how to bounce back faster**Resources mentioned in the show:**
* ESPEN practical guideline: Clinical nutrition in surgery
* Study on Sleep Regularity & All-Cause Mortality
* Study on Muscle Atrophy Post-Surgery & Nutritional Strategies
* JAMA Open Access Paper on Nutrition Competencies for Medical Trainees
Denzel Hill is an architectural designer with a unique perspective, aiming to connect the built world with nature to create healthier communities. He is the founder of Under One Sun Creative Consulting, an architectural design and visualization company. His company focuses on providing architectural drawings for custom residential builders and affordable home developers, emphasizing sustainability and communication. Denzel's vision focuses on designing healthy spaces with an emphasis on food security and a high quality of life. He is passionate about incorporating agriculture into the residential landscape, envisioning homes and communities that integrate elements for food production. Denzel is also committed to teaching and mentorship, believing it is key for progress. His journey is also informed by his background as a student-athlete at Columbia University, where he developed resilience, discipline, and perseverance
Mentioned in the show:
Tower Garden
The Biggest Little Farm
What The Health
Social media:
Substack
Dr. Heather Hammerstedt is an emergency medicine physician, lifestyle medicine coach, and founder of Wholist Health. With over 20 years of experience in acute and chronic care, she has dedicated her career to addressing the root causes of illness through integrative approaches. Dr. Hammerstedt’s unique perspective combines her frontline emergency medicine work with her passion for coaching patients on nutrition, mindfulness, and movement.
In this episode, we discuss:
- Lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic and its ongoing impact on healthcare inefficiencies.
- The growing distrust between patients and providers and its implications for care.
- Alarmism in health messaging and the role of social media health experts.
- Who should lead public health conversations: clinicians, influencers, or multidisciplinary teams?
- Strategies for clinicians to navigate systemic barriers and moral injury.
- Simple lifestyle changes—nutrition, sleep, and movement—that can transform health.
Resources mentioned in the show:
- JAMA Network Open: Proposed Nutrition Competencies for Medical Students and Physician Trainees
- Wholist Health
- Dr. Matt Ramsey’s Podcast: 43cc
Altamash and Darsh are back to discuss current events. Topics covered in the episode include:
- Current insurance industry issues - Brian Thompson, BCBS
- Therapy Culture
- "Health Experts"
Resources mentioned in the show:
Mark Manson episode
Tangle News on CEO Shooting - Must Read
Dr. Lida Fatemi, DO, MPH is a board-certified internal medicine physician, educator, speaker, certified physician coach, and founder of the Conscious Physician Method. A best-selling author and leader in the integration of psychedelics into medicine, Dr. Fatemi has gained national recognition for her innovative approach to healing trauma, burnout, and mental health challenges. Her work combines evidence-based medicine with holistic practices, focusing on helping healthcare professionals and patients rediscover vitality, joy, and balance.
Dr. Fatemi’s personal experiences, including growing up under a terrorist regime in Iran and surviving war, deeply inform her passion for alternative healing methods and her commitment to changing the healthcare landscape. As a trailblazer in the use of psilocybin and other integrative therapies, she has spent over a decade educating others on the potential of these treatments to transform lives and redefine care.
In this episode, we explore Dr. Fatemi’s journey into medicine and psychedelics, the science and culture of psilocybin, and its applications in addressing mental health, addiction, and burnout. We’ll also discuss how these therapies can be integrated into mainstream healthcare, overcoming stigma, and the future of psychedelics in medicine.
Mentioned in the show:
Psilocybin
MAPS
Social Media:
Conscious Physician Podcast
Dr. Melissa Sundermann (aka Doctor Outdoors) is a plant-based physician, double board certified in both Internal Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine and has been practicing medicine for over 20 years. She also has training in Integrative Medicine through the University of Michigan and has completed a Professional Training Program in Mind Body Medicine through the Center for Mind Body Medicine based in Washington, DC. She has been featured in several Lifestyle Medicine articles and podcasts as well as an invited speaker for health/medical events. Dr. Sundermann currently practices concierge medicine at LifeSpan Medicine. She does her best to practice what she preaches and enjoys running, biking, hiking, skiing and spending time outdoors and creating adventures with her husband, 2 college-age children and 2 dogs. She is a 10x Boston Marathon finisher, and 3x Full Ironman Triathlon finisher.Social Media:
LinkedInMentioned in the show:Lifestyle Medicine PillarsNature as the 7th PillarForest BathingSun ExposureWater Exposure
Meagan McGuire is back on the show to break down the current landscape of student loans. Meagan Landress is a student loan consultant for Student Loan Planner. She obtained her finance degree at The Coles College of Business at Kennesaw State University. In March 2017, Meagan started her practice, Financial Coach Meagan, to help people begin their financial planning journey with student loan debt in the mix. In this episode, we discuss:
- Recent court rulings and injunctions against the SAVE plan
- What the election results may mean for student loans and borrowers
- The state of PSLF longterm
- PSLF buyback program
- Contingency planning
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In this episode, we provide some life updates over the last 4 months. We'll also dive into the topics of work, success, and personal development through the lens of a couple podcasts we listed to with Alex Hormozi on Chris Williamson's Modern Wisdom podcast.
24 Controversial Truth About Success & Failue
21 Brutally Honest Lessons to Improve Your Life
Lawrence B. Keller is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional and the founder of Physician Financial Services, a company dealing exclusively with the financial needs and concerns of members of the medical profession. Mr. Keller has spent the last 33 years providing insurance and investment products and services to residents, fellows, and attending physicians. These include, but are not limited to, disability income insurance, life insurance, and investments.Mr. Keller represents many well-respected companies in the financial services industry, which allows him the flexibility to provide unbiased advice and help recommend products that best suit each individual's needs and concerns.Recognizing that a physician's time is limited, and in an effort to remain knowledgeable to provide the most value to his clients, Mr. Keller has obtained his CFP® certification as well as earned the Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU), Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC), Registered Health Underwriter (RHU) and Life Underwriter Training Council Fellow (LUTCF) designations.Mr. Keller continues to keep abreast of the marketplace by attending professional conferences, and is an active member of the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors (NAIFA), the Financial Planning Association (FPA) and the Society of Financial Service Professionals (SFSP). In addition, Mr. Keller has qualified for the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors National Quality Award and is also a Qualifying & Life Member of the Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT), an independent, international association of the life insurance industry's most successful underwriters. He is also a qualifying member of the 2023 Top of the Table®.In this show, we discuss: Term life insurance Whole life insurance Umbrella insurance Larry's WebsiteFinancial Waterfall by WCI
Lawrence B. Keller is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional and the founder of Physician Financial Services, a company dealing exclusively with the financial needs and concerns of members of the medical profession. Mr. Keller has spent the last 33 years providing insurance and investment products and services to resident, fellow, and attending physicians. These include, but are not limited to, disability income insurance, life insurance, and investments.Mr. Keller represents many well-respected companies in the financial services industry, which allows him the flexibility to provide unbiased advice and help recommend products that best suit each individuals needs and concerns.Recognizing that a physician's time is limited, and in an effort to remain knowledgeable to provide the most value to his clients, Mr. Keller has obtained his CFP® certification as well as earned the Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU), Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC), Registered Health Underwriter (RHU) and Life Underwriter Training Council Fellow (LUTCF) designations.Mr. Keller continues to keep abreast of the marketplace by attending professional conferences, and is an active member of the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors (NAIFA), the Financial Planning Association (FPA) and the Society of Financial Service Professionals (SFSP). In addition, Mr. Keller has qualified for the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors National Quality Award and is also a Qualifying & Life Member of the Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT), an independent, international association of the life insurance industry's most successful underwriters. He is also a qualifying member of the 2023 Top of the Table®.In this show, we discuss: The importance of having a disability insurance policy The important variables built into the policy Pearl and pitfalls of acquiring a policy Shopping and comparing insurance policies Finding the right agent who is working on your behalfResources mentioned in the show:WCI on disability insuranceJimmy Turner on Medicine Redefined
RJ Kedziora is the co-founder of Estenda Solutions, a leading company specializing in custom software and data analysis for healthcare and medical companies. With a remarkable journey spanning over 30 years, he possesses a deep understanding of designing, developing, and deploying successful software projects. His extensive experience enables him to provide valuable guidance and innovative insights, resulting in cost-effective solutions that improve patient outcomes.
Mr. Kedziora received his M.B.A. from West Chester University and a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Duquesne University where he received the Excellence in Computer Science Award. He has spoken at numerous technical and healthcare conferences on a variety of topics and written or co-authored multiple articles focused on healthcare information technology, several published in peer-reviewed scientific journals.
Social Media:
RJ LinkedIn
Estenda
Estenda LinkedIn
Driving Quality in Digital Health: The Role of Generative AI in Testing (Webinar – Friday, June 14th at 12pm)
Mentioned in the show:The Price We PayInstagram - Dannah_Eve (Safety Tips)
Matt Martin is the CEO of Precision Health Reports, a company focused on longitudinal analysis of cardiometabolic markers. Matt served as a U.S. Army Infantry Officer, gaining leadership skills in the fast-paced environment. His health journey took him down a path of precision medicine, in which he now works with healthcare practitioners, first responders, and individuals to ensure we can all do our part to improve cardiometabolic health.
In this episode, Dr. Darsh and Dr. Altamash share research on the positive benefits of earthing/grounding (putting our barefoot on Earth). They will discuss what it is, how we think it works, what the research shows, and how you can implement the practice in your routine.
Mentioned in the show:
Review Article of Earthing
Health Implications of Reconnecting the Human Body to Earth's Surface
Effect of Earthing on Inflammation
Earthing Influence on Physiologic Processes
Episode 135 - Acupuncture with Alex King, DO
Joseph Carchedi, MD, is a Board Certified Practitioner of the world renown Institute of Functional Medicine and founder of the Lower Gwynedd Functional Medicine Institute.
Dr. Carchedi earned his medical degree at Università degli Studi di Roma la Sapienza-Facoltà di Medicina in Rome and completed his residency at Finch University of Health Sciences/Chicago Medical School in Chicago, IL. He is board certified and has 25 + years of experience in Internal and Emergency Medicine. Additionally, Dr. Carchedi is a medical marijuana certifying physician.
Dr. Carchedi provides an integrative, functional approach to identifying the underlying causes of disease, rather than the traditional method of diagnosing and prescribing. He addresses and treats issues with immunity, disease prevention, and energy problems such as chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, hormonal imbalance, women’s health, cancer issues, and weight management. Dr. Carchedi also addresses and treats issues with anxiety, chronic pain, and depression with non-drug based treatments. His focus is patient-centered utilizing holistic healing by treating the mind, body, and spirit. This approach includes gene analysis (Genomics), sophisticated nutritional strategies, herbal remedies and supplements, IV therapies and the recent state of the art Platelet Rich Plasma injections, and if required, traditional pharmaceuticals. Dr. Carchedi is an avid athlete and cyclist who was also the team medical physician for various professional cycling teams from 1990’s to the present.
Amy Morin is a psychotherapist, mental strength trainer and an international bestselling author. Her books in the 13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do series have sold more than 1 million copies and been translated into more than 40 languages. She's the award-winning host of the Mentally Stronger podcast and she gave one of the most popular TEDx talks of all time. The Guardian dubbed her the "self-help guru of the moment" and Forbes refers to her as "a thought leadership star.
Follow Amy:
Website
TED Talk
Books
Mentioned in the show:
Gottman's 4 Horseman of Conflict
Indian Matchmaking - Netflix
Ravi Hariprasad, MD, MPH, is the founder and CEO of Intuitive Mental Health, a start up focused on partnering with primary care physicians to deliver comprehensive and personalized mental health support. Dr. Hariprasad obtained his medical degree of the University of Pennsylvania and completed his Masters in Public Health as well as his psychiatry residency at Harvard University. Dr. Hariprasad is well versed in both Western medicine as well as holistic and complementary perspectives such as Ayurveda. His early experience as an engineer and an entrepreneur have helped him understand system design, root cause analysis, and solution development and implementation.
Mentioned in the show:
Buddhism
Existentialism
Jean-Paul Sartre
Being and Nothingness
Logotherapy
Viktor Frankl
Man's Search for Meaning
Stocism
Gabor Mate
Bhagavad Gita
Irene Davis, PhD, PT, is a Professor in the School of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Science in the Morsani College of Medicine at the University of South Florida. Prior to this, she was the founding Director of the Spaulding National Running Center in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Davis received her Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from the University of Massachusetts, and in Physical Therapy from the University of Florida. She earned her Masters degree in Biomechanics from the University of Virginia, and her PhD in Biomechanics from Pennsylvania State University. Her research is focused on the relationship between lower extremity structure, mechanics and injury and extends to the development of interventions to alter faulty mechanics through gait retraining. Her interests also include the effect of minimal footwear on mechanics and injury. She has given over 350 lectures both nationally and internationally and authored 160 publications on the topic of lower extremity mechanics during walking and running gait. She has been named one of the 50 Most Influential People in Running. She is the current President of the American College of Sports Medicine.
In this episode, we discuss:
- Buying a minimalist shoe online or in the store
- Transition protocol into minimalist shoes or barefootcore
- Biomechanics of the Nike Vaporfly (4% show)
- Advantages and disadvantages of a carbon foot plate
- The role of athletic footwear
- Why older people should consider minimalist shoes
Mentioned in the show:
Vivobareboot
Xero Shoes
Merrell Shoes
Nike Vaporfly (4%) Shoes
Carbon Fiber Plate - Bone Stress Injuries
Pickleball
LeBron James Feet
EC Synkowski is a nutritionist, CrossFit Level 4 Coach, and the owner of OptimizeMe Nutrition. EC is the creator of the #800gchallenge and #LazyMacros. Her podcast TheConsistencyProject is a medium for education where she elaborates on the nuances of nutrition and translates evidence-based scientific data into practical solutions for everyday success.
EC's academic background
- BS in biochemical engineering
- MS in environmental sciences
- MS in Nutrition & Functional Medicine
Resources Mentioned in the show:
Chronic MSK Pain and Nutrition (PMID: 32086871)
You are what you eat (Netflix)
Blue Zones (Netflix)
Follow EC:
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In this episode, Dr. Darsh and Dr. Altamash take a deep dive into fasted cardio and training. Is it beneficial? Or do we just think we are burning more fat?
Altamash also talks about his experience with training, sleep, stress, and nutrition during the holy month of Ramadan.
For anyone who is, was, or has thought about fasting in any capacity, this is the episode for you!
Studies mentioned in the show:
Breakfast Omission Reduces Subsequent Resistance Exercise Performance (PMID: 30707135)
Viscous placebo and carbohydrate breakfasts decrease appetite and increase resistance exercise performance (PMID: 32174286)
Starving Your Performance? Reduced Preexercise Hunger Increases Resistance Exercise Performance (PMID: 34872065)
The acute effect of fasted exercise on energy intake, energy expenditure, subjective hunger and gastrointestinal hormone release compared to fed exercise in healthy individuals: a systematic review and network meta-analysis (PMID: 3473283)
Does observance of Ramadan affect sleep in athletes and physically active individuals? A systematic review and meta-analysis (PMID: 34693577)
Joe Farese is a natural-for-life pro bodybuilder who has competed for the last 36 years consecutively. He has also worked over the past 36 years as a trainer and health coach for populations ranging from young athletes to seniors. Joe's recent bodybuilding resume includes: 2021 WNBF Pro Mr. Universe winner 2021 and 2022 Pro Masters Mr. America winner 2023 Pro Mr. America lightweight class winner and Grandmasters (50+) Mr America class winnerIn this episode, we discuss: Sleep and distress tolerance in relation to physique transformation The power of social connection Longevity in bodybuilding Injury prevention Drug testing and steroids in bodybuilding The psychology of bodybuilding Body dysmorphia and body image Resources mentioned in the show:Mike Israetel on sleep for muscle growth (Modern Wisdom) Joe on the three kinds of performance intelligence: mind, body, and emotion
Joe Farese is a natural-for-life pro bodybuilder who has competed for the last 36 years consecutively. He has also worked the past 36 years as a trainer and health coach for populations ranging from young athletes to seniors.Joe's recent bodybuilding resume includes:2021 WNBF Pro Mr. Universe winner2021 and 2022 Pro Masters Mr. America winner2023 Pro Mr. America lightweight class winner and Grandmasters (50+) Mr America class winnerIn this episode, we discuss: -Background in bodybuilding and coaching -Competing at a high level -Pros/Cons of “bodybuilding mentality” -Specific training philosophies -Traditional bodybuilding vs “functional” training -Bodybuilding nutrition
Dr. Jimmy Turner is an academic anesthesiologist, entrepreneur, author, and life coach. He obtained his medical degree from Wake University and then completed an Anesthesia residency at the same institution. Subsequently, he completed a Regional Anesthesia and Acute Pain Medicine fellowship. After his training, he stayed on within the Department ofAnesthesia and now holds the title of Associate Professor. Dr. Turner is passionate about teaching doctors how to create the time, financialfreedom, and mindset shifts they need to create a life they love, which he doesthrough books, podcasts, and his coaching program. In this episode, we discuss: Jimmy's origin story Disability insurance The arrival fallacy Shift from physician burnout to entrepreneur burnout the importance of setting boundaries Jimmy’s hell yes policy Revamping medical education to empower physicians, help promote autonomy, and minimize the risk of burnout What makes a self-determined physician Jimmy's FREE BookFind Jimmy Turner:Money Meets MedicineThe Physician PhilosopherPodcastsBooksCoaching
Drs. Altamash and Darsh are both DOs - osteopathic physicians. They break down the recent biases against this branch of medicine and explain the education process as well as similarities and differences to their allopathic (MD) peers.Mentioned in the show:Hasan Minhaj Stand-Up"Somebody who does something other than osteopathy"
Irene Davis, PhD, PT, is a Professor in the School of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Science in the Morsani College of Medicine at the University of South Florida. Prior to this, she was the founding Director of the Spaulding National Running Center in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Davis received her Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from the University of Massachusetts, and in Physical Therapy from the University of Florida. She earned her Masters degree in Biomechanics from the University of Virginia, and her PhD in Biomechanics from Pennsylvania State University. Her research is focused on the relationship between lower extremity structure, mechanics and injury and extends to the development of interventions to alter faulty mechanics through gait retraining. Her interests also include the effect of minimal footwear on mechanics and injury. She has given over 350 lectures both nationally and internationally and authored 160 publications on the topic of lower extremity mechanics during walking and running gait. She has been named one of the 50 Most Influential People in Running. She is the current President of the American College of Sports Medicine.
In this episode, we discuss:
- Dr. Davis’ journey into PT and how she developed a passion into minimalist footwearand training.
- Foot anatomy and the importance of spending time training and addressing the footcore
- Various foot strike patterns and force distribution
- Foot types, and shoe types such as motion control, stability, etc.
- The role of minimalist footwear training and how it applies to clinical medicine
- Early and lifetime exposure to barefoot training
Studies mentioned in the show:
- Injury reduction effectiveness of assigning running shoes based on plantar shape in Marine Corps basic training
- Injury reduction effectiveness of selecting running shoes based on plantar shape
- Injury-reduction effectiveness of prescribing running shoes on the basis of foot arch height: summary of military investigations
- Foot strike patterns and collision forces in habitually barefoot versus shod runners
- Walking in Minimalist Shoes Is Effective for Strengthening Foot Muscles
- The foot core system: a new paradigm for understanding intrinsic foot muscle function
- The effect of a 12-week custom foot orthotic intervention on muscle size and muscle activity
Other resources mentioned in the show:
Born to Run by Chris McDougall
Follow Dr. Davis:
Twitter @IreneSDavis
Ravi Hariprasad, MD, MPH, is the founder and CEO of Intuitive Mental Health, a start up focused on partnering with primary care physicians to deliver comprehensive and personalized mental health support. Dr. Hariprasad obtained his medical degree of the University of Pennsylvania and completed his Masters in Public Health as well as his psychiatry residency at Harvard University. Dr. Hariprasad is well versed in both Western medicine as well as holistic and complementary perspectives such as Ayurveda. His early experience as an engineer and an entrepreneur have helped him understand system design, root cause analysis, and solution development and implementation. Ravi Hariprasad LinkedInMentioned in the show:Intuitive Mental HealthIntuitive PsychiatryEpisode 127 - Ayurvedic Principles (Jyoti Patel, MD)Episode 86 - Ayurveda in Modern Life (Shivani Gupta, PhD)Jean Paul SartreViktor FranklStoicismSelective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs)
Deepak Melwani is a serial entrepreneur and a 3rd year medical student at Midwestern University Chicago of Osteopathic Medicine, with a robust background in computer science. Before starting medical school, Deepak co-founded a retail software service, scaling it to achieve millions in revenue. His passion lies in leveraging business and technology to reach and impact lives globally. Deepak is deeply committed to integrating these interests with the transformative power of healthcare to profoundly influence individual lives. As a founding partner of Med Matrix, he is at the forefront of innovating the educational landscape for health professional students, revolutionizing their daily study routines.
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Mentioned in the Show:The Med Matrix (code 'MEDREDEFINED' for 15$ off 1st month)Episode 76 - Rami WehbiMatchDay Health
Drs. Darsh and Altamash sit down to discuss what they beleive will be the biggest health trends of 2024, a recent paper in the Cell Reports Medicine about maximizing protein consumption for muscle growth, and a paper discussing the role of visceral fat in joint pain.
SIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER!Mentioned in the Show:Episode 4 - Shawn Arent (Nutrient Timing)Episode 130 - Jonathon Baktari (Digital Health)Episode 114 - Jo Bhakdi (AI in Medicine)Episode 104 - Bill Cromwell (Cardiovascular Disease)Episode 8 - Patrick Finan (Pain)The anabolic response to protein ingestion... (Cell Reports Medicine)Visceral adiposity is associated with pain...Williamsburg BathhouseDexaFitYou Are What You Eat (Netflix)
Dr. Alin Gragossian completed a residency program in Emergency Medicine at Drexel University, where she cultivated the skills required to manage critical and time-sensitive diagnoses. Following her residency, Dr. Gragossian pursued a 2-year multidisciplinary fellowship in Critical Care Medicine at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City. Her experiences in these environments equipped her with a unique insight into the intricacies of managing critical cardiac conditions.Remarkably, Dr. Gragossian's personal journey has been deeply intertwined with her professional pursuits. In 2019, she underwent an urgent heart transplant herself after being diagnosed with familial dilated cardiomyopathy, a life-changing experience that gave her a unique understanding of the patient's perspective.Presently, Dr. Gragossian is an Intensivist through Equum Medical. Additionally, she holds the position of Associate Medical Director at Donor Network West, where she guides the organization's donor management initiatives. Furthermore, her contributions extend to the realm of medical technology as a consultant for various medical technology companies, where she leverages her expertise to advance medical innovation in critically ill patients.Most recently, Dr. Gragossian's dedication to advocacy has earned her the esteemed role of Chair of the American Society of Transplantation's Transplant Community Advisory Council. Here, she helps shape the future of transplant medicine and health education for patients and caregivers.Things we discuss in the show: Alin's genesis story Illness to heart transplant Lessons learned from being at death's door Alin's future Follow Dr. Gragossian:LinkedInInstagramBlogPodcast
Isaac Saul is the reporter and founder of Tangle, an independent, ad-free, non-partisan politics newsletter that summarizes the best arguments from the left and right on the news of the day. Isaac is based in Philadelphia, PA, and grew up in the politically divisive Bucks County. Before Tangle, Isaac worked joined the The Pitt News during my sophomore year of college at the University of Pittsburgh and served as the sports editor. He then worked at the Huffington Post as well as along side Ashton Kutcher to build A Plus, one of the world's largest positive news outlets. His work at Tangle has been recognized by The New York Times, Forbes, The Hustle, Substack and many others as one of the most successful politics newsletters on the internet.Mentioned in the show:Tangle NewsNon-Partisan Perspective on the Israel-Hamas War10 Thoughts on What is Happening in IsraelHasan Minhaj Rebuttal to New YorkerSuccession
Rollin Wright, MD, is an Associate Professor of Medicine at Penn State Health – Hershey Medical Center. She holds a medical degree from Albany Medical College and completed her fellowship in Geriatric Medicine at Rhode Island Hospital. In addition to her clinical experience, Dr. Wright has developed curricula in areas such as dementia care, interprofessional education, and post-acute and long-term care.Mentioned in the show:Medicare vs. MedicaidHMO vs. PPO
HSA vs. FSAAtul GawandeThe Price We Pay by Marty Makary
Dr. Altamash and Dr. Darsh break down the biggest lessons they've learned in 2023, both health-wise and personal development. They also discuss their newest health tech purchase - the Morpheus Heart Rate training system. They end their conversation talking about tactics to not gain that stubborn hard to lose weight during the holiday season!Mentioned in the show:Morpheus Heart Rate System / Max Shank - Episode 24 / Kelly Starrett - Episode 37 / You Can't Screw This Up by Adam Bornstein
Asare Christian, MD is a board-certified Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation physicianwho practices musculoskeletal and pain medicine in Wayne PA. He also has anacademic appointment with the University of Pennsylvania PM&R Department. He received his medical degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin and completed residencytraining at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He also received his masters in public health from the Harvard School of Public Health with a concentration inhealth policy and management.
In this episode, we discuss:
- Peptides and their role in general health, as well as MSK medicine
- Understanding disease and health at a cellular level
- Problem solving for health
- Learning to learn
Resources Mentioned in the Show:
A4M
Find Asare:
Aethermedicine
Alex King, DO is a neuromusculoskeletal physician and associate program director of the Osteopathic Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine Program at Rowan University. He received his DO and completed his residency in neuromusculoskeletal medicine at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. King is also licensed in medical acupuncture, receiving his education from the Helms Medical Institute.
Mentioned in the show:
Acupuncture / Ear Seeds / Rope Flow
Dr. Alex King's Socials: Instagram / Recoverology Del Co
Stacey Stegenga wasn’t always a real estate investor, she was a nurse. But not just any nurse, Stacey was a flight nurse, helping transport military patients across the US. When she wasn’t away for flight nursing, she picked up travel nursing, moving around the US for months at a time to provide medical care wherever needed. She finally ended up in Denver to be close to family and grow some roots, but her pay was painfully cut in half . After educating herself intensely, she took the risk and jumped into real estate investing. Stacey was able to build an 8 unit portfolio in just 18 months and became a passive investor in a syndication! She now has experience with out-of-state investing, building a team, raising private capital, and mid-term rentals, all of which have worked out generously in her favor. Stacey’s love for real estate investing stems from supplementing her salary as a full-time nurse. She is passionate about improving healthcare and advocates for legislation to change the harmful work environment that so many healthcare professionals are forced to tolerate.Mentioned in the show:Set For Life by Scott Trench / Bigger Pockets / Syndication / Triple Net Lease / Real Estate Tax BenefitsStacey's Socials:Instagram
John E. Lewis, Ph.D. has a passion for educating others about the value of nutrition, dietary supplementation, exercise, and health, and in particular he studies and applies clinical nutrition for the benefit of mankind. Dr. Lewis is a past full-time, and now voluntary, Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. He is also a Diplomat, Faculty Member, and Advisor of the Medical Wellness Association. He has been the principal investigator of over 30 different studies in his research career, focusing on evaluating the effects of nutrition, dietary supplementation, and exercise on various aspects of human health, and he has over 180 peer-reviewed publications in some of the world’s leading scientific journals. A seminal publication from his Alzheimer’s study in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease not only spurred Dr. Lewis to leave academics and pursue a science-based business career, but it also enabled him to be selected for a widely-acclaimed TEDxMiami talk about how dietary supplementation can improve brain health.John Lewis WebsiteTedX TalkPubMed Research ArticlesDaily Brain Care SupplementDr. Lewis' Social Media:InstagramX/TwitterLinkedIn
Udo Erasmus, Ph.D., introduced the importance of essential fats (EFA's) derived from organic flax seeds to the world. He pioneered methods for producing unrefined oils made with health in mind which are still used today by manufacturers of flax and other oils. Starting in the mid-1980's, Udo popularized the use of flax oil through an exhaustive itinerary of public lectures, which eventually led to TV and radio interviews. His ground-breaking book, Fats that Heal Fats That Kill, became the industry's bible on fats. Later he developed an oil blend which is an improvement on flax oil, offering a better ratio of Omega-3 to Omega-6. Because of Udo's commitment to the field of fats and oils, there are now a variety of high-quality, EFA-rich oils available in health food stores and dispensaries around the world. Udo's contribution to the fields of health and nutrition, along with his pioneering work to establish standards of quality for oil manufacture will continue to benefit humanity for decades to come.
Udo Erasmus WebsiteUdo's ChoiceFats That Heal, Fats That Kill
Resources mentioned in the show:
Omega-3 and Atrial Fibrillation
Omega-3 and Disuse Atrophy
Fatty Acids and ADHD
Udo Erasmus, Ph.D., introduced the importance of essential fats (EFA's) derived from organic flax seeds to the world. He pioneered methods for producing unrefined oils made with health in mind which are still used today by manufacturers of flax and other oils. Starting in the mid-1980's, Udo popularized the use of flax oil through an exhaustive itinerary of public lectures, which eventually led to TV and radio interviews. His ground-breaking book, Fats that Heal Fats That Kill, became the industry's bible on fats. Later he developed an oil blend which is an improvement on flax oil, offering a better ratio of Omega-3 to Omega-6. Because of Udo's commitment to the field of fats and oils, there are now a variety of high-quality, EFA-rich oils available in health food stores and dispensaries around the world. Udo's contribution to the fields of health and nutrition, along with his pioneering work to establish standards of quality for oil manufacture will continue to benefit humanity for decades to come.Udo Erasmus WebsiteUdo's ChoiceFats That Heal, Fats That Kill
Dr. Baktari graduated magna cum laude from Case Western Reserve before continuing on to medical school at Ohio State University) and after graduation (he became a triple board-certified physician with specialties in internal medicine, pulmonary and critical care medicine, completing his residency at Northwestern University and fellowships at UCLA).
In this episode, we start by discussing
- Digital health - what it is and why it’s exciting
- The current role of digital health in medicine as we practice now
- Foundational limitations for incorporating digital health successfully into healthcare
- Where and how we would start to optimize the system using digital health
- What a bright future with a robust and efficient digital health system looks like
Resources mentioned in the show:
Dr. Baktari's website
Baktari MD podcast
Dr. Jonathan Baktari is the CEO of eNational Testing, e7 Health, & US Drug Test Centers. He brings over 20 years of clinical, administrative, and entrepreneurial experience. .
Dr. Baktari graduated magna cum laude from Case Western Reserve before continuing on to medical school at Ohio State University) and after graduation (he became a triple board-certified physician with specialties in internal medicine, pulmonary and critical care medicine, completing his residency at Northwestern University and fellowships at UCLA).
Starting with private practice, he took on leadership roles at major Las Vegas hospitals. (AS the medical director for an ICU…or chief of internal medicine at Desert Springs Hospital, and system medical director for utilization management for six Valley Health Systems.) He also taught medicine at the University of Hawaii and Touro University, and spent time working on the insurance side, serving as medical director of the Culinary Health Fund and as Anthem’s medical director for the State of Nevada.
In this episode, we start by discussing
- Digital health - what it is and why it’s exciting
- Travel Medicine
- Vaccinations
- Lessons from the COVID-19 pandemic
- Science communication and the scientific method
Resources mentioned in the show:
Dr. Baktari's website
Discovery of Helicobater pylori
Drs. Altamash and Darsh discuss a recent paper in Cell examining a new theory for long COVID - low serotonin.Resources mentioned in the show:Serotonin reduction in post-acute sequelae of viral infectionEtiopathogenic theories about long COVIDEpisode 16 with Dr. Will BulsiewiczEpisode 17 with Dr. Will BulsiewiczSerotonin
Dr. Jyoti Patel is a triple board certified physician in integrative pediatrics, internal medicine, and integrative & functional medicine. Dr. Patel was named one of the TOP DOCS in Phoenix Magazine 2009, 2016, 2022, Internist of the Year 2011 by the American College of Physicians Arizona Chapter and she received the Women In White Coats Hero Award in 2019. She spearheaded a community garden in Fountain Hills, AZ and she was awarded the Healthcare Provider of the Year 2017 by the Fountain Hills Chamber of Commerce and Volunteer of the Year Award 2018 by the Town of Fountain Hills. S She is certified in Functional Medicine by IFM, is a Qualified MBSR teacher through UCSD and a Chopra Certified Ayurvedic Lifestyle Practitioner. Dr. Patel has a special interest in Corporate Wellness, Ayurvedic Retreats, Integrative Medicine, Functional Medicine, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, and medical cosmetics.
TikTok
Resources mention in the show:
Jyoti Patel,, MD on Medicine Redefined (Episode 3)
SOMA Breathwork
SHIFT Breathwork Test
The Comfort Crisis - Book
Breath - Book
The Microbiome in Health and Disease from the Perspective of Modern Medicine and Ayurveda
Andrew Huberman Physiologic Sigh
Andrew Weil's 4-7-8 Breathwork
Wim Hof Method
Dr. Alfred Atanda Jr., is a pediatric sports medicine surgeon at Nemours Children's Hospital. He graduated from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine and completed his residency training at the University of Chicago. He then went on to complete his fellowship in in pediatric orthopedics at DuPont Hospital (now known as Nemours Childrens) and sports medicine surgery at Jefferson Health. He is also the Director of Clincial Wellbeing at Nemours Children's Health. Dr. Atanda is a motivational speaker touching on topics such as finding one's purpose/calling, time management, effective communication, daring leadership, continuous improvement, lean thinking, identifying alternative revenue streams, and design thinking. He leverages various digital, social, and multimedia platforms to connect with professionals in a vulnerable way to motivate and inspire them to attain their fullest personal and professional potential.
Alfred Atanda:
Dr. Kathryn Schmitz is a distinguished figure in the field of exercise oncology, renowned for her tireless efforts to improve the lives of cancer survivors through the integration of physical activity into their treatment and recovery. Dr. Schmitz's academic journey led her to earn a Ph.D. in Kinesiology and Exercise Science from the University of Minnesota.
Dr. Schmitz's groundbreaking research has not only solidified the role of exercise in cancer recovery but has also influenced international guidelines on cancer survivorship care. She currently leads the Moving Through Cancer Program at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center and is a professor in the division of Hematology and Oncology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine.
Her research at this tine includes studying technology-based supportive care treatments that include physical activity to improve outcomes among people with advanced cancer.
She is a past president of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and was the moving force behind two ACSM development processes for exercise and cancer guidelines for patients.
Her remarkable contributions have made her a beacon of hope and a trailblazer in redefining cancer care through the transformative power of physical activity. Dr. Kathryn Schmitz's work continues to have a profound impact on the world of health and wellness, offering support and hope to those affected by cancer.
Kathryn Schmitz:
Twitter/X
Resources mentioned in the show:
Moving Through Cancer Initiative
Moving Through Cancer - Book
Research Papers - Kathryn Schmitz
American College of Sports Medicine Exercise and Cancer Guidelines
American Cancer Society
Bishoi Khella does not work in healthcare. But he knows a thing or two about being healthy. Bishoi was 355 pounds at his peak weight, living a busy lifestyle, drinking alcohol, eating out at fast food restaurants. He knew he had to the potential to be fit - he was into fitness and pretty lean back in high school. But much like David Goggins' early days, there was no discipline and the weight kept stacking on. He finally decided he had enough after he went on vacations with his friends and was embarrassed by his lack of energy. Bishoi started a lifestyle and fitness program called 75 Hard which changed his life forever.
Bishoi Khella Website
Bishoi's Instagram
Mentioned in the show:
Andy Frisella
75 Hard
1st Phorm
Health at Every Size
David Goggins
Can't Hurt Me - Book
Never Finished
Darsh and Altamash dissect the new Netflix series "Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones" and lessons we can all extract to pursue a healthy, vibrant life. Resources Mentioned in the Show:Blue zones websiteDr. Will Bulsiewicz discussing Gut Health Dr. Will Bulsiewicz Part II
Jim Eubanks, MD, is a board-certified physiatrist and newly minted attending at the Medical University of South Carolina Dr. Eubanks graduated from Furman University in Greenville, SC, and received his medical degree from Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University, graduating with Distinction in Research. He completed his residency in PM&R at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) where he served as academic chief resident. He subsequently completed a fellowship in spine and musculoskeletal medicine and health policy at UPMC before joining the faculty at MUSC as an Assistant Professor. Dr. Eubanks also has a Master of Science (MS) in sports science and rehabilitation. Dr. Eubanks has presented nationally and internationally on a number of topics related to spine care, and serves on the Editorial Board of PM&R, the official scientific journal of the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (AAPM&R). He serves on AAPM&R's Innovative Payment and Practice Models committee, and is currently involved in leadership roles at the American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM) and the North American Spine Society (NASS). He was selected as a 2023 recipient of NASS's "20 under 40" award.
Mentioned in the show:
Jim on Buddhism
Biopsychosocial model
UPMC Value-Based Fellowship in Spine and MSK
Built to Move by Kelly and Juliette Starrett
Gabapentin
Spinal Manipulation
Social media:
Jim Eubanks Twitter
Jim Eubanks Instagram
Christopher Standaert, MD, is a physiatrist and is board-certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation, and electrodiagnostic medicine. He is an associate professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and is the vice chair of outpatient services. He received his medical degree from Harvard Medical School and completed his residency at the University of Washington, followed by his fellowship at Pioneer Spine and Sports Physicians.Dr. Standaert’s clinical focus is on the non-operative management of spine and neuromusculoskeletal conditions. He takes a very patient-centered approach to care, trying hard to identify the issues behind an individual's pain or injury and helping them understand this. He believes that knowledge is empowering, and he works with a wide range of providers to help his patients regain or optimize their ability to pursue meaningful activities in their lives. Throughout his career, Dr. Standaert has worked extensively on health policy issues at state and national governmental levels as well as for multiple professional medical associations and hospital systems. In this episode, we discuss: Dr. Standaert's background Current reimbursement model in healthcare Fee for Service vs. Value-based care Using data to leverage patient selection and treatment selection with the help of technology Resources mentioned in the show:Michael Porter's Value-Based Deliver Course CurriculumStudy Evaluating Subspecialty Interest In PM&R - Yang et al.
Lauren Link is the Assistant Athletics Director for Sports Nutrition for Purdue University Athletics. She oversees the sports nutrition program and specifically works with football, men's basketball, volleyball, and soccer. She received her BS in Dietetics & Health, Nutrition, and Fitness and her masters in Health and kinesiology (Dec 2019) from Purdue University. She also completed the Coordinated Program in Dietetics at Purdue University. During her time at Purdue, she was a member of the Women's Soccer team with Academic All-Big 10 honors from 2008-2011. In 2017, she also published her first book, The Healthy Former Athlete which is a perfect resource to help athletes bridge to becoming “normal humans.”
In this episode:
Lauren’s pet peeves in the current mainstream nutrition High-performance nutrition and how Lauren caters to the unique needs of elite athletes Macronutrients for high-performance athletes and also weekend warriors Strategies and tactics for monitoring team-based athletes nutritional needs a Nutrition and its role in cognitive performance. Lauren’s favorite supplements for athletes
Resources mentioned in the show: Sports Nutrition Guidebook by Nancy Clark Fueling Young Athletes Jessica Isaacs on IG Jaimee Cooper on IG
Follow Lauren: Instagram Twitter The Healthy Former Athlete
Toufic Jildeh is an assistant professor at Michigan State University, as well as a team physician for Michigan State University athletics and the US Olympic Ski and Snowboard team. He currently serves as a Head Team Physician for Michigan State Football and Basketball. He specializes in sports medicine, joint preservation, cartilage restoration, and joint reconstruction of the shoulder, knee, hip, and elbow. In addition, he also serves as the Chair of Orthopaedic Research in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at Michigan State University.
Academically, Dr. Jildeh has published more than 110 peer-reviewed manuscripts, book chapters, and abstracts. He has presented over 100 papers at conferences nationally and internationally. He has been the recipient of accolades such as the O’Donoghue Sports Injury Award from the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine, Best Clinical Research Award and Best Resident/Fellow publication from the Arthroscopy Association of North America, as well as top research accolades from the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, American Orthopaedic Society, and American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine.
Dr. Jildeh is committed to providing the most up-to-date, world-class care to patients. He is sensitive to the uniqueness and circumstances of each patient he meets, and he prides himself on individualized treatment for his patients. He aims to return patients back to optimal activity levels and will work with patients to meet their own goals.
Resources Mentioned in the Show
Drug Overdose Stats
Follow Dr. Jildeh
https://www.jildeh.com/
Robert Soler is the VP of Biological Research and Technology at BIOS. Prior to his work with BIOS, his most prominent work was with the Kennedy Space Center, where he helped design and build the first LED light for use on the International Space Station (ISS) and collaborated with scientists to use LED light for photo biological purposes in space, including the circadian lighting system designed to synchronize circadian rhythms of astronauts aboard ISS. He holds a Master of Science degree from the Lighting Research Center at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and has begun a PhD in Behavioral Neuroscience at the University of California, San Diego. Robert owns over 70 patents in lighting technology, and continues to research new applications for lighting. Robert was recently featured in LEDs Magazine 40 Under 40, honoring the best and the brightest across LED and SSL. He is also an Advisor for The WELL Building Standard, the leading tool for advancing health and well-being in buildings globally.
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Darsh and Altamash are back to discuss more current events. Topics in this progress note include:
Recent Nature article discussing the harms of flawed research Continuous Blood Pressure Monitoring Technology
Resources Mentioned in the Show Nature paper about flawed research Continuous BP monitoring Northwestern on flawed research BMJ article on retracted studies
Jan Carney, MD, MPH, is the Master of Public Health Program Director, Associate Dean for Public Health and Health Policy and Professor of Medicine at the Larner College of Medicine at the University of Vermont. She earned a BA from Middlebury College, MD from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, and Master of Public Health (MPH) from the Harvard School of Public Health. Dr. Carney is active in public health practice, research, education, and service. She served as Vermont’s Commissioner of Health under three gubernatorial administrations, championing improvements in children’s health insurance, preventing teen smoking, and improving cancer screening. She received the Vermont Public Health Association “Public Health Champion” Award in 2018 and was recently awarded the UVM President’s Distinguished University Citizenship and Service Award for her innovative teaching, creative leadership, and service to the UVM community. Nationally, Dr. Carney is currently a member of the Board of Regents of the American College of Physicians, the largest medical-specialty organization, and second-largest physician group in the United States. She recently served as Vice-Chair of American College of Physicians’ Health and Public Policy Committee, contributing to health policy publications about social determinants of health, insurance coverage, and patient partnership in health care. Dr. Jan Carney Twitter Resources mentioned in the show: Public and Population Health in Medical School Education Medline Plus USPSTF
Jo Bhakdi is the Founder and CEO of Quantgene with the mission to extend the healthy human life span by a decade within a decade. Together with Quantgene’s team of scientists and engineers, he is dedicated to introducing cloud, AI, and precision diagnostics into the standard of care to enhance the quality and accessibility of care for everyone and protect human life. Born to scientist parents, Jo grew up with a backdrop of medical research before earning a Master’s in Economics from Tubingen University, one of Germany’s leading academic institutions. Prior to Quantgene, Jo held executive positions at BDDO and Omnicom with a focus on business model innovation and technology, then founded i2X, an investment platform that provides quantitative analytics for biotechnology and technology portfolios.
Jo Bhakdi is the Founder and CEO of Quantgene with the mission to extend the healthy human life span by a decade within a decade. Together with Quantgene’s team of scientists and engineers, he is dedicated to introducing cloud, AI, and precision diagnostics into the standard of care to enhance the quality and accessibility of care for everyone and protect human life. Born to scientist parents, Jo grew up with a backdrop of medical research before earning a Master’s in Economics from Tubingen University, one of Germany’s leading academic institutions. Prior to Quantgene, Jo held executive positions at BDDO and Omnicom with a focus on business model innovation and technology, then founded i2X, an investment platform that provides quantitative analytics for biotechnology and technology portfolios.
Jo Bhakdi
In this episode, Altamash is interviewed by Darsh, sharing his trials and tribulations as being a sports medicine attending for the last year.
In this episode we discuss:
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Altamash's roles and responsibilities
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Light at the end of the tunnel
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Hardships of being an attending
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The art of medicine
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Started a lifestyle medicine interest group
Jon Appino from Contract Diagnostics returns to the show to discuss the ins and outs of physician contracts. In this episode, we talk about understanding noncompetes, obtaining malpractice insurance and tail coverage, and how to "negotiate" with employers.
Episode 81 with Jon Appino on Medicine Redefined
Contract Diagnostics Website
Contract Diagnostics
Contract Diagnostics - LinkedIn
Never Split the Difference - Book
Jess Daigle, MD, is a a pediatrician who specializes in newborn concierge medicine, placing emphasis on individualized attention, comprehensive support, and nurturing the overall well-being of both the newborn and their family. She received her medical degree from Louisiana State and completed her residency at Morehouse School of Medicine. Having witnessed the transformative power of a tailored approach to healthcare, Dr. Daigle made a conscious decision to depart from traditional medical practices and delve into the world of concierge medicine. Through her work, she aims to redefine the newborn experience, particularly during the critical 4th trimester, and challenge the existing healthcare norms by offering an alternative, empowering path for parents. Her expertise encompasses a wide range of topics, including newborn care, postpartum support, breastfeeding, sleep training, and early childhood development.
Jess Daigle Linktree
Mom & Me MD
Catherine Staffieri, RDN, is the Nutrition Manager at Nutrisense. She has counseled thousands of clients on their glucose scores reviewing over 750,000 hours of glucose data and recorded meals in the process while recommending nutritional adjustments to improve metabolic health. She holds a Masters in Nutrition Education from Columbia University and completed her undergrad work at the University of Pennsylvania.
Nutrisense
Nutrisense Instagram
Dr. Amy West is a board-certified Sports Medicine Physiatrist at the Northwell Health Orthopedic Institute. Dr. West received her MD and Master of Education degrees from Harvard University. She then went on to complete her residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the Harvard-Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital, followed by a Sports Medicine fellowship at Maine Medical Center. Dr. West is an Assistant Professor at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra University and serves at a Team Physician for Hofstra University. Her clinical focus includes non-operative sports medicine as well as work with special populations including the female athlete, adaptive athletes, and transgender musculoskeletal care. She is a former collegiate athlete, currently plays on multiple sports teams and is a CrossFit Level 2 Trainer.
Docs In The Box Podcast
Dr. Mary Alice Mina is a double-board certified dermatologist and dermatologic surgeon and leading expert on skin health and skincare. She received her medical degree from Vanderbilt University where she graduated at the top of her class with Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) honors. She trained at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center for her internship followed by dermatology residency at Harvard Medical School where she was selected as Chief Resident in her final year. She then received sub-speciality training in Mohs micrographic surgery and procedural dermatology at Emory University. She is co-owner of Baucom & Mina Derm Surgery in Atlanta, Georgia where she treats patients with skin cancers and manages the procedural needs of her patient's skincare. With over a decade of clinical experience, she is nationally recognized for her work in treating skin cancers and helping people maintain their skin health, while boosting their self-confidence. She is an invited speaker on podcasts and at national meetings. She is also the host of THE SKIN REAL, a podcast for people looking for real skin care guidance, by true skin experts.
www.atlantadermsurgery.com
Dr. Peter Valenzuela joins the show to discuss the current state of our healthcare system in the US. Peter is a Family Physician who has worked in multiple healthcare settings over the past few decades. He's well known for his comics doc-related, which in his words were “inspired by experiences both as a physician and now as an executive who continues to practice medicine on a part-time basis.” He is routinely invited for national and international presentations on topics related to provider well-being and engagement, clinical leadership development, practice management, and medical innovation. Over his career, he’s been recognized twice by the Medical Group Management Association and American College of Medical Practice Executives (MGMA-ACMPE) with the Harwick Innovation Award for meeting the challenges of the new healthcare system head-on and developing innovative solutions that enhance the effectiveness of healthcare delivery and Physician Executive of the Year for exhibiting leadership deemed outstanding to achieve exceptional medical group performance in the delivery of healthcare.
In this episode we discuss:
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Peter's background and his journey to writing an awesome book
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Passion for comedy and using it as a medium for discussion of real issues
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Differences between patient experience and patient satisfaction
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A brief overview of the US insurance model and contrasting with other countries
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Billing, coding, reimbursements, and electronic medical records
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A path forward to better healthcare delivery
Instagram: @doc_related
Website: https://www.doc-related.com/ Doc-Related - A Physician's Guide to Fixing Our Ailing Health Care System
Woo Girl! Rose
In this progress note, Altamash and Darsh update you on: Brain-Machine Interfaces and integration into medicine AI-powered physician bots Anti-aging Social connection And more!Notable Mentions in the Show:NeuralinkBlueprint (Bryan Johnson)Erika Taught Me with Bryan JohnsonSahil Bloom with Chris Hutchins Sarah Pospos on Medicine Redefined Peter Valenzuela on Medicine Redefined
Rishane Oak is a fitness influencer, amassing nearly 700,000 followers on Instagram and 290,000 on TikTok. He graduated from the University of Michigan in 2020 with a BS in Sound and Electrical Engineering. He now has fully transitioned over to the fitness world, obtaining his ACE-CPT and PN1 certifications. Rishane is focused on bringing bite-sized and entertaining informational fitness videos to the masses, teaching his audience about proper form, the science behind different fitness topics, longevity, and much more.
He can be found @rishfits on all socials.
Notable mentions in the episode:
Eric Cressey
Dan Pope
David Otey
Jeff Cavaliere
Joe Bennett
Bret Contreras
Dr. William Cromwell is a clinical lipidologist in Raleigh, NC, where he serves as the Chief Medical Officer for Precision Health Reports, Adjunct Associate Professor in the Hypertension and Vascular Disease Center at Wake Forest University School of Medicine, and Medical Director or Chief of Divisions of Atherosclerosis and Lipoprotein disorders in several health care systems. He received his medical degree at Louisiana State University School of Medicine, completed his family medicine residency at Trover Clinic in Madisonville, KY., and obtained fellowship in clinical lipidology at Washington University is St. Louis. Over the last 20 years, Dr. Cromwell has been a household name in lipidology, serving as a field leader, renowned researcher, and academic authority.
In this episode, we discuss:
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What is lipidology?
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Good vs. bad choelsterol
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Lp(a), HDL, LDL, Triglycerides, ApoB
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Owning your disease
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Metabolic severity score
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Lifestyle interventions
Resources:
Dr. Latifat Akintade is a gastroenterologist and money coach. She is the founder of MoneyFit MD, where she coaches women physicians to become better educated with personal finance. Dr. Latifat's personal story includes her going from "broke to badass." Now she teaches others to become badass with money, showing them ways to reduce burnout, to invest, and to practice the type of medicine they've always wanted to. Dr. Latifat holds courses on these topics through her website MoneyFitMD. She is also the host of the MoneyFitMD podcast.
Her new book is out on May 2nd:
Buy here --> Amazon
Other resources mentioned in the episode:
The Morgan Housel Podcast
The Psychology of Money - Book
Dr. Omolara Thomas Uwemedimo is a healthcare founder, social entrepreneurship coach, healthcare practice funding consultant and growth strategist for women of color in healthcare. Her career as a pediatrician spans almost 2 decades and includes her work as a public health researcher & professor for over a decade. Her work has been defined by a passion for social justice, serving as an advocate and working as a global physician across sub-Saharan Africa, Asia, and the Caribbean. In 2019, she co-founded Strong Children Wellness, a multi-award winning, healthcare practice network in NYC, providing integrated physical health, mental health and social services for minoritized, low-income children and families. Her healthcare network has been featured in the New York Times, NY1 News and Crain's for their reverse integration model, embedding care within community organizations including nonprofits and foster care agencies.Given her expertise and success as a healthcare founder & owner of multiple healthcare practices, Dr. Omolara went on to found Melanin & Medicine, a premier social entrepreneurship & funding consulting company to help mission-driven practices secure capital, without incurring debt or diluting equity, to grow their own income streams and social impact. To date, Melanin & Medicine has helped hundreds of healthcare professionals through workshops, courses and programs to build social impact businesses and achieve health equity for communities. In addition, they support thousands more through the popular Funding Your Healthcare Vision weekly podcast. Her work has been featured in several media outlets including People.com, NBC News, Medscape, Essence.com, Newsweek, Crain’s, Politico, Reuters, and NPR. In this episode, we discuss:- Dr. O's learnings about global health from her travels- Integrated models for healthcare- Supporting people of color in medicine and work- Building a practice, non-profit, and entrepreneurshipResources mentioned in the show:Melanin & MedicineFunding Your Healthcare Vision PodcastMelanin & Medicine Instagram
Robert Bowers, DO, PhD, joins the show to discuss PRP (platelet-rich plasma), baseball medicine, the role of the team physician, and the future of orthobiologics and sports medicine.
Dr. Bowers is an attending physician at Emory Sports Medicine and the director of the Emory Baseball Medicine Program. As a former Division 1 college athlete himself, he brings a unique understanding of sports-related injuries to his patients. He currently serves as team physician for the Atlanta Braves and the Georgia Tech baseball team. He is also the head team physician for the College Park Skyhawks, the G League affiliate of the Atlanta Hawks, and Woodward Academy. He attended Furman University in South Carolina where he played Division 1 college baseball and majored in health and exercise science. He then attended graduate school at Auburn University where he earned a Master of Education in exercise science and a PhD in exercise physiology. Following graduate school, Dr. Bowers earned his medical degree from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his residency training in physical medicine and rehabilitation at Emory University School of Medicine, where he served as chief resident. Subsequently, he completed a sports medicine fellowship at Emory as well.
In this episode, we discuss:
- Platelet-rich plasma: Definitions, mechanisms of action, indications, contraindications, optimization and specific protocols.
- Alternatives to corticosteroids in MSK medicine
- Role of the Team Physician
- Baseball Medicine
- Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
- Future of orthobiologics and sports medicine
Resources mentioned in the show
Studies
Fitzpatrick - PRP for Tendinopathy
Mishra - PRP for Tennis Elbow
Mautner - PRP Classification System
JAMA Landmark Study - Triamcinolone and knee cartilage loss
Bennell - PRP for cartilage Loss
Podcasts
Dr. Gerry Malanga on Medicine Redefined
100 episodes! Wow!
Thank you all so much for your support throughout the years!
In this episode, Altamash and Darsh take you through their journey in creating the podcast, the lessons they learned from their guests, and how their thoughts have evolved through time.
Medicine Redefined
Christopher Lee Maher is a former Navy SEAL who endured intense physical, mental, and emotional stress as a child. By combining a “seal mindset” with modern stress management strategies, Christopher taught himself to free his body and mind from pain by developing mental and physical tools for eliminating unresolved stress. Christopher studied Traditional Chinese Medical Practices at the Pacific College of Oriental Medicine and at Yo San University before continuing his studies at The Universal Healing Tao System. He is a student of Grand Master Mantak Chia at the Universal Tao Master School in Chiang Mai, Thailand, and is currently pursuing his Master’s and Doctorate degrees in Traditional Chinese Medicine.
True Body Intelligence
Free For Life - Book
Aubrey Marcus Documentary
Wendie Trubow, MD, MBA is a functional medicine gynecologist. She received her M.D. from Tufts University in 2000 and has been practicing functional medicine since 2009. After all these years, she is still passionate about helping women optimize their health and their lives. While her credentials allow Trubow a solid medical backdrop to help women achieve vitality, her own health journey has also inspired and supported her methods of care. Through her struggles with mold and metal toxicity, Celiac disease, and a variety of other health issues, Dr. Trubow has developed a deep sense of compassion for what her patients are facing.Environmental Toxicants, Autoimmunity, and Chronic Diseases SummitDirty Girl - Non-Toxic Living GuidePre-Tox Protocol: How to Prepare Your Body for DetoxFive JourneysToxin Testing Resources (please consult with your physician!):Doctor's DataGreat Plains Lab
Nicole Lamoureux is a CEO who works daily with the National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (NAFC), its 1,400 member organizations, and itspartners like CVS to advance the mission of ensuring the medically underserved have access to affordable, quality health care. She has testified before Congress, is a regular TV commentator – having been featured on MSNBC, CNN, and FoxNews to name a few – and has published numerous articles on the important role of America’s safety net and charitable care providers. Nicole has been named four times by the Nonprofit Times as one of the top 50 MostInfluential and Powerful Nonprofit Executives in the USA. She has received the Center of NonProfit EXCEL Award for Excellence in Executive Non-ProfitLeadership.
In this episode we discuss:
- Healthcare disparities and healthcare equity
- How diverse socioeconomic backgrounds provide for different challenges in healthcare
- Healthcare model in the US
- Transparency by health insurance
- The business of Medicine
- More
Connect with Nicole here!
Website
YouTube
Dayna Smith, MD, is a board-certified OB/GYN physician who received her medical degree from Mount Sinai Medical Center. She then completed her residency at UMDNJ Newark, NJ. After completing her training, she served as an associate professor while at Columbia’s New York Presbyterian Hospital. She now practices in Atlanta, GA. then moved to Atlanta, GA, where I currently practice. She started myObMD.org in 2020. myObMD.org is a site focused on providing you accurate, medically sound information on women’s medical topics from puberty to menopause.InstagramIn this episode we cover:3:00 - Fighting misinformation in women's health10:00 - OB vs. gynecologist17:00 - The menstrual cycle22:00 - Preparing for pregnancy38:00 - Pregnancy terminology43:00 - Pregnancy complications
In this Progress Note we do something a little different. We discuss current events in health!
01:40 - Erythritol
11:00 - Ohio Water
20:00 - Alzheimer's
Let us know what you think about the new format!
Matt Martin is the CEO of Precision Health Reports, a company focused on longitudinal analysis of cardiometabolic markers. Matt served as a U.S. Army Infantry Officer, gaining leadership skills in the fast-paced environment. His health journey took him down a path of precision medicine, in which he now works with healthcare practitioners, first responders, and individuals to ensure we can all do our part to improve cardiometabolic health.
PHR Twitter
PHR Instagram
In this episode we cover:
4:00 - Precision medicine
17:00 - What Precision Health Reports is
32:00 - Matt's personal health journey
45:00 - Matt's current health regimen
Austin Perlmutter, M.D., is a board-certified internal medicine physician, NewYork Times bestselling author, educator, and consultant. He received his medical degree from the University of Miami and completed his internal medicine residency at Oregon Health and Science University in Portland Oregon. His focus is on helping identify and resolve the biological basis for “stuckness” in the body and brain, especially around decision-making. He hosts the Get The STUCK OUT podcast and is a co-producer of the Alzheimer’s, the Science of Prevention Docu-series. His work is often featured online on various sites including MedPage Today, Doximity, KevinMD, and Psychology Today, to name a few.
In this episode we discuss:
- Austin's background and interest in studying the brain
- Subjective and objective markers to evaluate brain health
- The link between cognitive health and mental health.
- Tactics on how to improve or give someone the best chance to optimize brain health
- The science and art of behavior change.
- More
Find Austin:
website
Get the Stuck Out Podcast
Brain Wash (Book)
Dan Pope, PT, CSCS, returns to the show to discuss how to not only survive but thrive during seasons of life when stress can be at an all time high. He is a physical therapist and coach at Champion PT in Massachusetts who works with the average Joe all the way to the elite athlete.
Topics we discuss:
- Building relationships in healthcare
- Optimizing training when injured
- Augmenting the healing process
- How to build resilience after injury
Fitness Pain Free Website
Instagram - @fitnesspainfree
Twitter - @FitnessPainFree
Dr. Jade Wu is a clinical psychologist and Board-certified behavioral sleep medicine specialist and researcher at Duke University School of Medicine. She is a frequent guest on popular TV, radio and podcast shows like NPR and ABC, and her work is featured in publications like New York Times and Huffington Post. Dr. Wu’s mission is to spread the gift of sleep so that people can be their healthiest, organizations can be their most innovative, and societies can sleep their way towards justice and healing.
Hello Sleep: The Science and Art of Overcoming Insomnia Without Medications
Jade Wu Website
Episode 47 - Medicine Redefined
Nikhil Verma, MD, is a board-certified, fellowship-trained interventional spine and musculoskeletal physician. At his independent practice, Essential Sports and Spine Solutions, Dr. Verma provides comprehensive physical medicine, rehabilitation care, and interventional pain care to patients in Columbus and Marion, Ohio. Dr. Verma completed his undergraduate studies in the area at The Ohio State University before pursuing medical school. He completed his internship at Wayne State University – Crittenton Branch in Rochester Hills, Michigan, followed by his residency at Kingsbrook Jewish Rehab Institute in Brooklyn, New York. He then went to a North American Spine Society-recognized program – Alabama Orthopedics Spine and Sports in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Verma is passionate about interventional procedures, treating musculoskeletal injuries, rehabilitation physical therapy, ultrasound procedures, preventative exercise training, and regenerative medicine.Essential Sports and SpineNikhil Verma InstagramTwitterYouTube - Things I Didn't Learn In Med SchoolWait But Why Blog - The Tail End
Literature:
Restricting bedtime mobile use
Blue light wavelength therapy for post-TBI behavioral symptoms
Blue-light-blocking glasses effect on sleep
Viva Rays glasses vs. others (video)
Blue-light-blocking glasses effect on visual performance, eye health, and sleep (Systematic Review)
Podcasts:
Roudy Nassif on Medicine Redefined
All the Hacks with Jordan Schlain
World Memory Champion on Erika Taught Me
Dr. Una, MD, is a household name when it comes to physician entrepreneurs. She is the founder of Ivy League Pediatrics and CEO of EntreMD - a platform that helps physicians achieve the careers they always wanted. She is the host of The EntreMD Podcast, author of The EntreMD MethodThe EntreMD Method, and the creator of The EntreMD Business School.
Dr. Unas Website
Made For More - Book
Louisa Nicola joins the show to discuss the world of neuroathletics - where brain health and physiology intersect with performance. Louisa Nicola is a Sydney University trained neuroscientist and neurophysiologist. She is the founder of Neuro Athletics, where she serves as a performance advisor to professional athletes, teams, health tech companies, and more. She currently lives in NYC and focuses on bringing a unique and fresh voice to the most complex machine in the world - the human brain - through her podcast, The Neuro Experience.
Neuro Athletics
Newsletter
Instagram
Twitter
In this episode, Darsh and Altamash dive deep into Curcumin and Ayurvedic Medicine with their guest Shivani Gupta.
Dr. Gupta is the CEO of Fusionary Formulas. She is also a researcher, author, and advocate for Ayurvedic medicine. She obtained her bachelor's of business administration from Babson College. Subsequently, she completed her master's and Ph.D. in Ayurvedic sciences. She is an expert in blending the science of Ayurvedic Wisdom into Modern Life.
In this episode we discuss the following:
- Shivani's introduction to Ayurvedic medicine
- Her inspiration for advanced education in Tumeric and the genesis of her company
- Curcumin, Ashwagandha, and other mainstream herbal supplements
- The future of supplements and the integration of Ayurvedic medicine into Western Medicine.
Follow Shivani
Instagram @dr.shivanigupta
Shivani's Website
Fusionary Formulas
Dr. Yvonne Burkart, PhD, is a board-certified toxicologist, chemical & ingredient safety expert, and mother of two on a mission to help women regain their mental edge, radiant youth, and a life of passion without toxins. She has gained immense popularity on Instagram through her videos that are evidence-based and educational.
https://thetoxicologymama.com
Sign Up For Yvonne's Newsletter
Yvonne Burkart Instagram
A Chemical Hunger Article - Link to Obesity
Million Marker Lab Test
Environmental Working Group
National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences
Dr. Altamash and Dr. Darsh share their thoughts on navigating the crazy world of social media - what to follow and how to trust anyone in a world full of misinformation.
Layne Norton 9 Influencer Bullsh*t Tenets
Wes Pfiffner is the Director of Business Development at Joovv, a company that gets red light therapy to the masses. In this episode, we delve into the mechanism of red light therapy, its benefits, applications, research, and future.
Science of Red Light Therapy
Dr. Nicole Harkin is board-certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiology, and Lipidology. She earned her medical degree from Boston University and completed residency training at Columbia University followed by a fellowship in Cardiology at New York University, in which she served as a chief fellow. Dr. Harkin is the founder of Whole Heart Cardiology, with the mission of providing patient-centered cardiac care, evidence-based nutritional guidance, and personalized lifestyle plans for her patients in a modern setting.
In this rebroadcast episode, we discuss:
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Her journey and passion for lipidology
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The current state of metabolic ill-health in developed countries Identifying lab markers for risk stratification
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Lipid panels, cholesterol, LDL particle number/size, APO-B, Lp(a), Hs-CRP Coronary Artery Calcium Scoring Statins and PCSK9 inhibitors
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What is preventive cardiology?
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Benefits of eating plants for reducing cardiovascular disease
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The effects of nutrition, exercise, sleep, and supplements on cardiovascular health
Resources mentioned in the show
Diet Debates on the Dr. John Berardi Show: https://drjohnberardishow.com/
Allan Sniderman on The Drive
Studies mentioned in the show
Broken sleep predicts hardened blood vessels (PMID: 32497046)
Statin treatment and muscle symptoms: series of randomized, placebo-controlled n-of-1 trials (PMID: 33627334)
Find Dr. Harkin
Website: https://www.wholeheartcardiology.com/
Instagram: @nicoleharkinmd
Twitter: @nicoleharkinmd
Jon Appino from Contract Diagnostics joins the show to discuss the basics of physician contracts. In this episode, we introduce the topic of physician contracts. Jon's background and the genesis of Contract Diagnostics When is it too early to look for a job? How to structure contracts in the distant future Communication with potential employers All things compensation and compensation structures Three essentials for first-time attendings when reviewing their first contract
Drs. Raja and Shah discuss the link between sugar and hyperactivity in children. Since many will still have some Halloween candy leftover AND as we are heading into Thanksgiving and the holidays, we thought it would be an interesting topic to delve into.
Effects of Diets High in Sucrose or Aspartame on The Behavior and Cognitive Performance of Children
Meta-analysis: The Effect of Sugar on Behavior or Cognition in Children
Effects of sugar injection expectancies on mother-child interactions
Drs. Jeffrey and Michelle Shukhman, DOs, join the show to talk about all things obesity. Currently, in the US, obesity rates are as high as 40%. It is a global pandemic with massive consequences. Unfortunately, there isn't adequate education given to providers. Luckily. the Shukhmans created Obesity Made Simple, a course for providers that earns them CME. In this episode we discuss: - What is obesity and what causes it? - The science of obesity - Lifestyle and pharmacological approaches
Instagram A Chemical Hunger - Obesity Mystery
Dr. Raj Dedhia, MD, MSCR, is the Director of the Sleep Surgery Division at the University of Pennsylvania. He is a leading researcher and surgeon in the field of sleep apnea - studying better ways to predict response to obstructive sleep apnea surgery as well as the effects of current therapies on patient health. Dr. Dedhia obtained his medical degree from Northwestern University and trained in Otorhinolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. He completed Sleep Medicine fellowship at the University of Washington.
Snore Lab App Sleep Cycle App CPAP vs. Oxygen in Obstructive Sleep Apnea - Research Paper Inspire Sleep Apnea Surgery Inspire Sleep Apnea Surgery Penn Sleep Surgery Instagram
Deep Shah, DMD, is a pediatric dentist practicing in the Philadelphia area. He received his dental degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine. He further trained at the Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh, where he acquired extensive experience in the areas of growth and development, pediatric oral pathology, special healthcare needs, dental trauma, pharmacological modalities, and behavior modification/management. Currently, he is practicing at Chester County Dentistry for Children and serves as the Chief Dental Officer for Oak Dental Partners. Additionally, he teaches dental students and residents at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine.
Dr. Rami Wehbi joins the show to discuss how to make "medicine suck less." Rami is a Family Medicine Physician and the Co-Founder of Beyond Medicine. In this show we discuss:
Rami's background and why he left FM residency The sunk cost fallacy Building Beyond Medicine Leveraging social media Social media pitfalls Digital Health and startups
Resources Mentioned in the show: MD Plus Health Tech Nerds Rami's Book Recs
Follow Rami: Beyond Medicine Twitter Podcast
Dr. Aleea Gupta joins the show to detail what life in the life of a Direct Primary Care Doctor looks like. Dr. Gupta obtained her Bachelor of Arts from Duke University and went on to medical school at the University of Florida. Subsequently, she completed a family medicine residency at overlook hospital in New Jersey where she served as the chief resident. She has previously been the assistant professor of clinical medicine for the University of Southern California and she's now working in her own practice in the direct primary care model.
In this episode we discuss:
- What is DPC
- Building a DPC practice
- Daily life for a DPC doctor
- Building systems to streamline care for the patients and improve efficiency for providers
- Need for DPC model
- Empowering future providers to branch out
Follow Dr. Gupta:
Website
In this episode, Meagan Landress, CSLP rejoins the show to discuss current events in the student loan world. We touch on:
- Loan forgiveness a la Biden Administration
- Biden's new student loan repayment plan
- Future of student loan forgiveness
- Loan repayment strategies for the non-PSLF pursuer
- Building wealth with student loans
- The ever-increasing cost of higher education
Meagan Landress is a student loan consultant for Student Loan Planner. She was the first person in Georgia to acquire her CSLP® designation, as a Certified Student Loan Professional®. Her specialized education around student loan debt allows her to guide borrowers through informed repayment decisions, taking into account their full financial situation and financial goals.
Personal Finance/Student Loan Resources:
White Coat Investor
Financial Residency
Ben White Student Loans
Physician on Fire
Federal Student Aid Website
Find Meagan:
Meagan's Website
IG: @financialcoachmeagan
Student Loan Planner Website
Student Loan Planner Podcast
Dr. Serene Shereef is a trauma acute care surgeon, mom to 3 children, and a transformational life coach who helps women physicians struggling with burnout and overwhelm to create their life by design. Her unique framework combines the energy of mindfulness, self-love & self-compassion with the scientific principles of habit building, time design, and individuals' unique systems of productivity, so they can do less, live more, & create their dream life! Follow Dr. Shereef: Email: serenitywellnessMD@gmail.com Website: www.serenitywellnessMD.com. Linktree: https://linktr.ee/dr.serene
Dr. Altamash and Dr. Darsh discuss the new trend of alkaline water and diet. They break down their biases, what the data shows, how they think of it, and how they will put the new information they learned into practice!
Resources Mentioned in the Show
Studies
The Alkaline Diet: Is There Evidence That an Alkaline pH Diet Benefits Health? (PMID: 22013455)
The Effects of High Mineral Alkaline Water Consumed Over Three Consecutive Days on Reaction Time Following Anaerobic Exercise – A Randomized Placebo‐Controlled Crossover Pilot Study (PMID: 34025869)
Podcasts
Talking Water Tracy Duhs on Medicine Redefined
Youtube Video
Video on Alkaline Water
Dr. Michelle Seguin and Dr. Danielle Shelton join the show to discuss how we can re:think Health. Dr. Seguin is a board-certified family medicine physician, educator, gardener, and advocate for a lifestyle-driven approach to health that focuses on supporting the individual, family, and community. Dr. Shelton is also a board-certified family medicine physician and co-founder of CleanYourPlateRx. She created this non-profit with her husband to focus on preventative care in a way that was accessible, engaging, thought-provoking, and innovative.
Follow Dr. Seguin and Dr. Shelton: Clean Your Plate on Instagram Michelle Seguin on Twitter @drmseguin
In this episode, Drs. Altamash and Darsh talk about their approach and thoughts when it comes to balancing workouts when traveling - internationally, for business, or just for fun.
Resources in this episode:
Article - Resistance Training on Quality of Life, Depression, Muscle Strength, and Functional Exercise Capacity
Jungle Gym XT
Resistance Bands
Brian Sutterer, MD, is a sports medicine physician and YouTube personality known for his educational videos on injury analysis. Brian obtained his residency training in PM&R at Indiana University and recently completed his sports medicine fellowship at the Mayo Clinic. He has 600K YouTube subscribers and is the host of a new podcast called In Street Clothes.
In this episode, we focus on Brian's journey and approach to building a successful YouTube brand. His videos are known to physicians, sports fans, and others who are looking to learn a thing or two about injuries. Throughout this episode, you will hear absolute gems - advice, tips, caveats, and much more to help you build your own empire!
Follow Brian:
Brian's YouTube
Brian's Podcast
Brian's Twitter
Dr. Christian is a board-certified physical medicine and rehabilitation physician (physiatrist). Clinically, Dr. Christian enjoys pain medicine and musculoskeletal medicine. He is the previous outpatient medical director of Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Network in Lehigh Valley, PA, and he has an academic appointment with the University of Pennsylvania Department of PM&R. Dr. Christian earned his board certification through the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. He is the owner and medical director of Aether Medicine in the Wayne, Mainline Philadelphia, PA area. Dr. Christian received his medical degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin in 2009, where he was awarded student of the year in PM&R. Dr. Christian earned and completed an internship at Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center in Milwaukee. He received his PM&R training from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in 2013. He is a graduate of the Mongan Commonwealth Fund Fellowship at Harvard Medical School. He also obtained a master's degree in public health at the Harvard School of Public Health with a concentration in health policy and management. Dr. Christian's interest in the use of technology to create value for patients led to the recent completion of course work in Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare at the MIT Sloan School of Management. Dr. Christian has obtained advanced training in chronic pain management, spasticity, ultrasound-guided injections, and medical cannabis titration. He's dedicated to learning innovative skills and techniques that bring value to his patient. He's a lifetime learner and enjoys finding new solutions for his patients. In this episode we discuss: - Dr. Christian's approach to educating about pain - Common triggers of pain - How we are transitioning to the "experience revolution" - What "holistic medicine" truly looks like Aether Medicine
Dr. Sarah Pospos completed her psychiatry residency as a chief resident at UCLA-Kern and has published extensively on burnout and depression at UCLA, UCSD and UCSB. As a perinatal and sports psychiatrist, she is devoted to helping others feel their best again when dealing with burnout, depression, anxiety and other common psychiatric challenges by incorporating exercise, nutrition, sleep, stress management, efficient time management (especially as a full-time psychiatrist and mom of 2 under 2 herself) and other sustainable lifestyle changes.
Dr. Pospos currently serves California patients in her private practice by telehealth, and, for non-California residents, she offers additional free resources at www.lifestyletelepsychiatry.com/subscribe.
Dr. Sarah Pospos completed her psychiatry residency as a chief resident at UCLA-Kern and has published extensively on burnout and depression at UCLA, UCSD and UCSB. As a perinatal and sports psychiatrist, she is devoted to helping others feel their best again when dealing with burnout, depression, anxiety and other common psychiatric challenges by incorporating exercise, nutrition, sleep, stress management, efficient time management (especially as a full-time psychiatrist and mom of 2 under 2 herself) and other sustainable lifestyle changes.
Dr. Pospos currently serves California patients in her private practice by telehealth, and, for non-California residents, she offers additional free resources at www.lifestyletelepsychiatry.com/subscribe.
Welcome to the first episode of The Progress Note, where Altamash and Darsh break down mainstream polarizing topics across social media. In this episode, they tackle the association between meat and cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and overall health.
Study: Red Meat & Heart Disease
Study: Red Meat & Glycemic Control/Inflammatory Markers
Alpha-gal allergy
Dr. Joseph Antoun is the CEO and Chairman of the Board of L-Nutra, a unique Nutri-tech company leading the Food as Medicine movement by applying cutting edge Science to Nutrition research.
Dr. Antoun completed his Health Policy studies at Harvard University, Public Health at Johns Hopkins University, Medicine and Biological Sciences at Saint Joseph University, and his PhD studies in Mediterranean & Middle Eastern Studies at King's College.
Prior to his current role, he served as the Chairman of the Board at the Global Healthspan Policy Institute (GHPI) and as a member of Forbes Business Development Council. He was also the CEO of Health Systems Reform, a consultancy aimed at elevating public health through reforming health systems, strengthening healthcare management and improving healthcare delivery; the Co-Director of the Center for Health Policy at the University of Chicago; an adjunct Professor of Health Policy at the Buck Institute for Research on Aging; and a fellow at the Department of Social Policy at the London School of Economics and Political Science. Dr. Antoun founded and served as the Co-Editor in Chief of the Journal of Health Systems and Reform.
In this episode, we discuss:
- What is Longevity?
- How does fasting work?
- What is the Fasting Mimicking Diet?
- L- Nutra purpose and origin
- Pillars of Longevity
- The protein debate
Studies Cited in this episode:
2019 Paper showing intermittent fasting vs continuous energy restriction for weight loss
Follow Dr. Antoun:
ProLon Fasting Nutrition Program
Linkedln
L-Nutra website
In this episode, Jeff takes us through the wonderful and powerful properties of mushrooms. We go through different types of mushrooms, their individual benefits, and what to look for when buying mushroom supplements.
Jeff Chilton studied Ethno-mycology at the University of Washington in the late sixties and in 1973 began a 10-year career as a large-scale commercial mushroom grower. Jeff is the co-author of The Mushroom Cultivator, published in 1983. In 1989 Jeff established Nammex, the first company to supply medicinal mushroom extracts to the Nutritional Supplement industry. In 1997 he organized the first organic certification workshop for mushroom production in China. Jeff is a founding member of the World Society for Mushroom Biology and Mushroom Products in 1994 and a Member of the International Society for Mushroom Science. Nammex extracts are used by many supplement and food companies and are noted for their high quality based on scientific analysis of the active compounds.
Real Mushrooms Store
NAMMEX
Dr. Seema Desai is a Certified Professional Coach, speaker, and author of the newly-released children's book, "Connected: Discovering Your Inner Guides." She is also Co-President of the Austin chapter of Pratham, a non-profit organization aimed at creating learning equality for underserved children in India and globally. Though no longer seeing patients, Seema is a general dentist who dedicated her years in medicine to serving the geriatric population in Austin and surrounding areas. It was because of her experiences as a doctor married to another doctor, postpartum depression warrior, and mother that she decided to gear her coaching practice towards helping doctors boost their performance, increase their wellbeing, and create more fulfillment and joy. Seema is a passionate practitioner of yoga and mindfulness. She also loves chocolate, reading, and tropical beaches.
Seema's Website
Benjamin Morrell, MD, is a High Performance Mental Health Physician & Coach, as well as an artist, & speaker. He received his BS in Biology from the University of Central Oklahoma and went on to receive his medical degree from the University of Oklahoma in 2019. His early experiences with his own mental health inspired him to pursue psychiatry, however, due to moral & ethical conflicts with the current medical model he opted to create his own practice that combines lifestyle medicine, psychotherapy, & plant medicine. His mission is to empower, educate, & guide people to their highest quality of life.
Facebook Community
Meagan Landress is a student loan consultant for Student Loan Planner. She obtained her finance degree at The Coles College of Business at Kennesaw State University. Meagan started her own practice - Financial Coach Meagan - in March of 2017 to specifically help people who are beginning their financial planning journey with student loan debt in the mix. She was the first person in Georgia to acquire her CSLP® designation, as a Certified Student Loan Professional®. Her specialized education around student loan debt allows her to guide borrowers through informed repayment decisions, taking into account their full financial situation and financial goals.
In this episode we discuss:
Meagan's background and desire to become a student loan expert Various types of student loans Common federal student loans and differences Loan forgiveness programs (PSLF) Changes to federal loan repayment due to COVID The future of loan forgiveness Strategies to minimize loan burden and repayment More
Resources Mentioned in the show: Federal student aid website
Student Loan Resources: Student Loan 101 via Ben White Student Loan 101 via WCI
Find Megan: Meagan's Website Instagram: @financialcoachmeagan Student Loan Planner Website Student Loan Planner Podcast Instagram: @studentloanplanner
Altamash and Darsh break down the episodes of Nicole Harkin, MD and Alex Hajduczok, MD. All 3 of these episodes deal with the cardiovascular system - understanding cardiovascular disease, risk factors, and tests; lifestyle interventions in cardiovascular disease; wearable technology
Alex Hajduczok, MD, is a first-year cardiology fellow at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia, PA. He completed his internal medicine training at Penn State Hershey Medical Center in Hershey, PA, and went to medical school at the University of Rochester School of Medicine & Dentistry in Rochester, NY. He is interested in a career as an academic cardiologist, specializing in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant. His main research interests include remote monitoring for heart failure, hemodynamics, and cardiogenic shock. He started using WHOOP in 2017 to optimize CrossFit training and has been a Level-1 certified CrossFit trainer since 2016. Alex leads multiple clinical trials with wearables and uses device-measured objective data in his own life to improve performance. Medical Aid to Ukraine ABC World News Alex Hajduczok Twitter Alex Hajduczok Instagram
Resources mentioned in the show:
Stress, recovery and training (Dan Pope on the Fitness Pain Free Show)
Dr. Nicole Harkin is board-certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiology, and Lipidology. She earned her medical degree from Boston University and completed residency training at Columbia University followed by a fellowship in Cardiology at New York University, in which she served as a chief fellow. Dr. Harkin is the founder of Whole Heart Cardiology, with the mission of providing patient-centered cardiac care, evidence-based nutritional guidance, and personalized lifestyle plans for her patients in a modern setting.
In this episode, we discuss:
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What is preventive cardiology?
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Benefits of eating plants for reducing cardiovascular disease
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The effects of nutrition, exercise, sleep, and supplements on cardiovascular health
Resources mentioned in the show
Diet Debates on the Dr. John Berardi Show: https://drjohnberardishow.com/
Studies mentioned in the show
Broken sleep predicts hardened blood vessels (PMID: 32497046)
Find Dr. Harkin
Website: https://www.wholeheartcardiology.com/
Instagram: @nicoleharkinmd
Twitter: @nicoleharkinmd
Dr. Nicole Harkin is board-certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiology, and Lipidology. She earned her medical degree from Boston University and completed residency training at Columbia University followed by a fellowship in Cardiology at New York University, in which she served as a chief fellow. Dr. Harkin is the founder of Whole Heart Cardiology, with the mission of providing patient-centered cardiac care, evidence-based nutritional guidance, and personalized lifestyle plans for her patients in a modern setting.
In this episode, we discuss:
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Her journey and passion for lipidology
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The current state of metabolic ill-health in developed countries Identifying lab markers for risk stratification
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Lipid panels, cholesterol, LDL particle number/size, APO-B, Lp(a), Hs-CRP Coronary Artery Calcium Scoring Statins and PCSK9 inhibitors
Resources mentioned in the show:
Allan Sniderman on The Drive
Studies
Statin treatment and muscle symptoms: series of randomized, placebo-controlled n-of-1 trials (PMID: 33627334)
Find Dr. Harkin: Website: https://www.wholeheartcardiology.com/
Instagram: @nicoleharkinmd Twitter: @nicoleharkinmd
In this episode, Darsh and Altamash discuss the key takeaways from their discussions with recent guests Dr. Rorbyn Tiger, MD, Melissa Mondala, MD, & Adeel Khan, MD
Dr. Adeel Khan is an expert in musculoskeletal medicine, pain medicine, and regenerative medicine. He specializes in Interventional Orthopedics, using orthobiologics with x-ray and/or ultrasound guidance to treat patients. He is one of the few sports physicians in Canada that holds membership with the Spine Intervention Society. He was the first doctor in Canada to perform intraosseous PRP. He has presented at The Orthobiologics Institute - the world's largest regenerative sports medicine conference. He has treated a wide range of patients from celebrities, top professional athletes, and Olympic gold medalists. He has a special interest in using interventional procedures to treat weightlifting injuries, chronic neck and back pain. Dr. Khan also teaches medical students and residents and is an Assistant (Adjunct) Clinical Professor at McMaster University and the University of Toronto.
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Dr. Melissa Mondala is a holistic plant-based physician, nutritional & wellness expert, health coach, mental health advocate, and recipe inventor! She has been featured in popular media, such as Forbes, Local News outlets, and Social Media. She helps clients improve their lifestyle to optimize their health to achieve their goals and develop sustainable habits to live A healthy and balanced life. Dr. Melissa Mondala is a triple specialist in family medicine, lifestyle medicine, and primary care psychiatry. She is one of the first and youngest nationally recognized lifestyle medicine fellows and is a strong community health advocate. She is the co-founder of the Dr. Lifestyle Clinic. She is extremely passionate about the science of human nutrition. She is always up to date with the latest research, theories, and practices. Most importantly, she uses that knowledge to make individualized recommendations for her clients. Website Dr. Lifestyle Clinic Instagram
Robyn Tiger, MD, is on a mission to empower physicians with self-care tools backed by science and research. With physician burnout on the rise, Robyn knows firsthand what it's like to love your job while also coping with stress, anxiety, overwhelm, imbalance, and even illness. She uniquely combined her 15 years in diagnostic radiology with a certification in yoga therapy, meditation, and life coaching in her innovative CME accredited courses, private coaching, and the StressFreeMD podcast that focuses on complete physical, mental, and emotional well-being and resilience. She is deeply passionate about helping her colleagues relieve stress, elevate calm, and live their best lives.
Podcasts mentioned in this show:
Ni-Cheng Liang, MD: Episode 19 on Medicine Redefined
Find Robyn:
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In this episode, Darsh and Altamash tell you their main takeaways from episodes 47-49 with guests Jade Wu, Ph.D., Cherie Chu M.D., and Ragav Sharma, D.O.
The Dr. John Berardi Show
CDC - Circadian Rhythms
CDC - Homeostatic Sleep Drive
Ragav Sharma - What is Preventive Medicine?
Ragav Sharma, DO, CSCS, is currently a resident physician in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation whose mission is to help others live their best lives possible. Ragav completed his undergraduate degree at the University of Illinois – Chicago in Bioengineering before attending medical school at Midwestern University – Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine. Born in San Diego, Ragav suffered problems with his health very early on which served as his impetus for pursuing medicine. Diagnosed with hypothyroidism at an early age, Ragav suffered from severe obesity for nearly all of his childhood. At the insistence of his endocrinologist, he began changing his lifestyle and unknowingly began a lifelong journey of learning, sharing, and self-improvement. Since then, he has been sharing any knowledge he acquires in various formats including public speaking, written articles, YouTube videos, and recently, podcasting. The Preventive Medicine Podcast Preventive Medicine Podcast IG Ragav's Website Ragav's YouTube Ragav's Instagram
Cherie Chu, MD, is a board-certified pediatrician who is a certified diplomat of Lifestyle Medicine. She is a native Californian receiving her BS in Biochemistry/Cell Biology at UCSD and her medical degree at UC Irvine. She completed her pediatric residency at UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland. She currently practices outpatient pediatrics in a large multispecialty medical group located in San Diego. She incorporated her knowledge of Lifestyle Medicine into her daily interaction with her pediatric patients and their families. She is also the founder of the website Wellness Pediatrician.
Wellness Pediatrician is dedicated to empowering parents and physicians to promote healthy lifestyle habits in children. It focuses specifically on 6 specific areas in lifestyle medicine: healthful eating of whole food, plant-predominate diet, physical activity, sleep, stress management, connection with others to form meaningful relationships, and avoidance of risky substances. Dr. Chu believes that teaching children healthy lifestyle habits when they are young will have exponential returns on their long-term health.
Wellness Pediatrician Website
Wellness Pediatrician Facebook Group
Cherie Chu Instagram
Doctor Moms Lounge - Coming Soon!
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Dr. Jade Wu is a clinical psychologist and Board-certified behavioral sleep medicine specialist and researcher at Duke University School of Medicine. Her current research focuses on treating sleep disorders in those with chronic illnesses. She is a frequent guest on popular TV, radio and podcast shows like NPR and ABC, and her work is featured in publications like New York Times and Huffington Post. Dr. Wu’s mission is to spread the gift of sleep so that people can be their healthiest, organizations can be their most innovative, and societies can sleep their way towards justice and healing.
In this episode we discuss:
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The link between anxiety and insomnia
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The differences between insomnia and sleep deprivation
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Are there long-term health complications with lack of sleep?
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Components of sleep hygiene
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The use of wearables to track sleep
Jade Wu Website
Jade Wu Instagram
Jade Wu Twitter
In this episode, Darsh and Altamash recap the prior three episodes with Colin Zhu, Peter Valenzuela, and Louisa Nicola. Be sure to listen to their full episodes for an in-depth conversation!
Louisa Nicola joins the show to discuss the world of neuroathletics - where brain health and physiology intersect with performance. Louisa Nicola is a Sydney University trained neuroscientist and neurophysiologist. She is the founder of Neuro Athletics, where she serves as a performance advisor to professional athletes, teams, health tech companies, and more. She currently lives in NYC and focuses on bringing a unique and fresh voice to the most complex machine in the world - the human brain - through her podcast, The Neuro Experience. Instagram Twitter YouTube SubStack
Dr. Peter Valenzuela joins the show to discuss the current state of our healthcare system in the US. Peter is a Family Physician who has worked in multiple healthcare settings over the past few decades. He's well known for his comics doc-related, which in his words were “inspired by experiences both as a physician and now as an executive who continues to practice medicine on a part-time basis.”
He is routinely invited for national and international presentations on topics related to provider well-being and engagement, clinical leadership development, practice management, and medical innovation. Over his career, he’s been recognized twice by the Medical Group Management Association and American College of Medical Practice Executives (MGMA-ACMPE) with the Harwick Innovation Award for meeting the challenges of the new healthcare system head-on and developing innovative solutions that enhance the effectiveness of healthcare delivery and Physician Executive of the Year for exhibiting leadership deemed outstanding to achieve exceptional medical group performance in the delivery of healthcare. In this episode we discuss:
Peter's background and his journey to writing an awesome book Passion for comedy and using it as a medium for discussion of real issues Differences between patient experience and patient satisfaction A brief overview of the US insurance model and contrasting with other countries Billing, coding, reimbursements, and electronic medical records A path forward to better healthcare delivery
Instagram: @doc_related Website: https://www.doc-related.com/ Doc-Related - A Physician's Guide to Fixing Our Ailing Health Care System Woo Girl! Rose
Dr. Colin Zhu is Board-Certified in family practice/OMT and lifestyle medicine. Passionate about the intersection of medicine, food, and nutrition, Dr. Zhu trained as a chef and a health coach at the Natural Gourmet Institute for Health & Culinary Arts and the Institute for Integrative Nutrition following completion of his medical degree. To share his unique blend of medical knowledge with a wider audience, Dr. Zhu launched TheChefDoc in 2017, an online wellness and lifestyle education platform which has been featured in several publications. Dr. Zhu is an international speaker, the author of "Thrive Medicine: How To Cultivate Your Desires and Elevate Your Life,“ and is the podcast host of Thrive Bites in which he interviews the latest health and wellness experts about incorporating a plant-powered lifestyle, enhancing emotional wellness, and creating a thriving mindset! His latest venture is his signature event for 2021 is a self-educational masterclass series experience called The THR5 Formula™ where he combines inspiration, education, and practical tools on how to THRIVE! Here you will learn the 5 To THR5™ Pillars: Food As Medicine, Functional Fitness, Relationships, Community, & Emotional Resilience!
Dr. Shawn Arent joins us to discuss all things related to nutrient timing. He elaborates on the well-known "anabolic window," and discusses how the opportunity for nutritional optimization may be much longer. We discuss the various fallacies of nutritional science and how lifestyle impacts successful sustainable nutritional practices. -Professor and Chair for the Department of Exercise Science at the Arnold School of Public Health at the University of South Carolina -Director of the UofSC Sport Science Lab -Past president, and current fellow of the International Society Of Sports Nutrition -Fellow of the American College of Sports Medicine WORKOUT coffee
This is a rebroadcast of popular episodes 16 and 17 with none other than gastroenterologist and social media presence Will Bulsiewicz, MD!
Darsh and Altamash break down the lessons they learned from episodes 37, 38, and 39.
Guests:
Kelly Starrett, DPT
Janeeka Benoit, DO
Neil Paulvin, DO
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Spermidine Article
Dr. Paulvin is Board Certified in Family Medicine, Anti Aging and Regenerative Medicine, Osteopathic Manipulation, Functional Medicine, Craniosacral Therapy, and Medical Acupuncture. He has helped top executives, Olympic athletes, top trainers, and celebrities optimize their health. Dr. Paulvin has been featured in the NY Post, Nutritious Life, Fasting MD, and many other publications and podcasts. Dr. Paulvin's practice is based in Manhattan. He also serves clients in multiple states including Florida, California, Illinois, New Jersey, and Connecticut over telemedicine. Dr. Paulvin uses traditional and alternative treatments to help his patients. Patients see Dr. Paulvin for his expertise in Biohacking and Health Optimization. In addition, he specializes in helping his patients with hormone optimization, Peptide Therapy, Nootropics, and natural options for pain relief.
Neil Paulvin
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Dr. Janeeka Benoit, better known as Dr. J on social media, is a Board Certified Internal Medicine Physician and Sports Medicine Specialist. She is the Founder of MedFitDO. She is also a runner, exercise enthusiast, and former ACE Certified personal trainer. Not only does she enjoy caring for athletes, but she also has a passion for preventing chronic disease through exercise so people can live holistically healthier lives, both mentally and physically. As an osteopathic physician, Dr. J is focused on treating the whole body so people can live more fully and have life transformation from the inside out.
Dr. J on Instagram - medfitdo
Our guest today is Dr. Kelly Starrett. He is a coach, physical therapist, two-time New York Times & Wall Street Journal bestselling author, speaker, and co-founder of The Ready State.
The Ready State - The Ready State is the world's most comprehensive collection of guided movement, mechanics, and mobility instructional videos. Renowned physical therapist, strength & conditioning coach, and New York Times bestselling author Dr. Kelly Starrett and his expert staff will guide you through each routine.
Virtual Mobility Coach - TRS Virtual Mobility Coach provides users guided mobilization videos customized for your body and lifestyle, including a personal “pain prescription” to fix your aches and stiffness, guided pre and post-exercise mobilizations tailored for your training and sports schedule, and mobilizations for your “off” days to maintain your range-of-motion and reduce your risk of injury.
Instagram - @thereadystate - https://www.instagram.com/thereadystate/?hl=en
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Twitter - @thereadystate - https://twitter.com/thereadystate?lang=en
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In this episode, Darsh and Altamash highlight the lessons they learned from 3 guests:
- Catharine Arnston, MBA
- Jason Ferruggia
- Tracy Duhs, PhD
Resources mentioned in this episode:
John Ioannidis on The Drive: Bad Science
Johns Berardi Show: Science Police
Tracy Duh Podcast with Molecular Hydrogen
Andrew Huberman post about cold exposure
tapsafe.org
EWG tap water database
Studies mentioned in this episode:
Molecular Hydrogen as a Novel Protective Agent against Pre-Symptomatic Diseases (PMID: 34281264)
Spirulina and Ulcerative Colitis (PMID: 34107141)
Spirulina as adjuvant therapy for antioxidant benefit (PMID: 34235823)
Steps per day and All-Cause Mortality (PMID: 34477847)
Daily Step Count and Postprandial Fat Metabolism (PMID: 33105387)
In this episode, Tracy Duhs joins the show to discuss how we can drink better quality water for our health. Dr. Duhs holds a Ph.D. in bioenergetics and delved into hydration and wellness once her daughter was diagnosed with Hashimoto's thyroid and alopecia universalis. She is the host of the Hydrate podcast and is a sought out speaker. Tracy Duhs Hydrate Podcast Pollack Laboratory
Jason Ferruggia joins the show this week to discuss Fitness, transformation, and accountability. Jason is a highly sought-after, world-renowned strength and conditioning coach. Over the past 25 years, he’s personally trained over 800 athletes from the NCAA, NFL, NHL, MLB, WWE, and UFC. Jay is also an entrepreneur, an author, and a speaker. In this episode, we discuss:
Execution and mastery in the gym and in life Working with the aging athlete Longevity training Sequencing exercises Improving 1% every day by focusing on the basics
Follow Jay: Listen to his podcast Instagram Website
Catharine Arnston discovered her love of algae when she started researching alkaline diets, after her sister's oncologist recommended it. She found that algae was the most nutrient-dense food on the planet and consumed in Asia for years. But why weren't were eating it in the US? That's where she had the idea to create ENERGYbits - spirulina and chlorella tablets.
In this episode you will learn:
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Catharine's journey and a new passion for algae
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The many health benefits of algae
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What the research tells us about algae
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The differences between spirulina and chlorella
ENERGYbits
Altamash and Darsh break down the lessons they learned from Mario and Dr. Amy Shah about blood flow restriction, circadian fasting, combating burnout, and integrating wellness into conventional medicine.
American Journal of Sports medicine for BFR in Athletes
Peter Attia episode on BFR
Humberman lab episode on Fasting
Precision Nutrition Stress Bod Survey
Dr. Amy Shah joins the show to discuss why we are all "so effing tired." Dr. Shah graduated from Cornell University with a major in nutrition sciences. She went on to complete her medical training at Albert Einstein College in NY, followed by residency training at Harvard and a fellowship in Allergy/Immunology at Columbia University. Amy helps busy people transform their health using cutting-edge nutritional and medical science. Her proven techniques to heal inflammation utilize the power of the microbiome to help digestion, obtain natural hormone balance and heal food sensitivities. She is a well-known expert on intermittent fasting for women. In this episode we discuss:
Amy’s journey to burnout and what made her reflect and change her practices Common misnomers that are often used when describing fatigue and exhaustion Finding a balance between being anchored to the research/data and utilizing "unconventional" approaches to help patients Circadian Biology and Fasting
Medicine Redefined episode on Light Therapy with Roudy Nassif
Follow Amy Amy's website IG @fastingmd On Twitter @amyshahmd On Youtube Amy's Book
Dr. Mario Novo returns to the show to discuss the broad applications of Blood Flow Restriction.
In this Part 2 episode, we discuss:
- The earliest application of BFR in limb salvage programs
- Molecular and physiological explanation of how BFR may influence protein and muscle metabolism
- BFR with fractures and for bone remodeling
- BFR with aerobic and resistance training
- BFR to augment performance
- Differences between the BFR systems on the market
Resources discussed in this episode:
Safety of BFR in Hypertension - A Meta-Analysis and Systematic Review
Owens Recovery Science Website
Owens Recovery Science Podcast
10% discount of H+ Cuffs - Use "Mario10"
Follow Mario on IG @liftersclinic
In this episode, Dr. Mario Novo joins the show to discuss the science of Blood Flow Restriction. Mario is a Doctor of Physical Therapy with expertise in human biomechanics, tissue regeneration, pain neuroscience, and sports performance. He is also a clinical researcher, university professor, and nationally recognized expert in the field of strength/conditioning and blood flow restriction rehabilitation (BFR-R).
In this episode we discuss:
- BFR origins
- Definition of BFR and other occlusion training methods
- Systemic and local mechanisms of action
Follow Mario on IG @liftersclinic
In this episode, Darsh and Altamash break down the lessons they learned from Dr. Dave Tilley and Charlie Piermarini.
Studies Referenced:
- Efficacy and Safety of CBD for Job Burnout in Healthcare Workers (PMID: 34387679)
- CBD and Pain: Mechanism vs Mind (PMID: 34251840)
- Adverse Effects of CBD (PMID: 32268347)
- CBD for Pain: Mechanisms and Pharmacology (PMID: 33238607)
Washington Post Article on Simone Biles
Time Magazine Article on Simone Biles
Senate Hearing for Larry Nassar Investigation (September 2021)
Medical Marijuana Education for Providers
Charlie Piermarini's RestorativeCBD
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Charlie Piermarini is a PA-C who works in Pain Management. He has seen countless patients suffering and started to see the real benefits of CBD. He decided to become an expert on the topic, and eventually created his company RestorativeCBD, which not only sells CBD but also provides education to health care providers and patients. In this episode, we discuss:
The history of cannabis CBD vs. THC The endocannabinoid system Methods of taking cannabis Benefits and side effects How you can become more educated on cannabis
Oncotarget paper discussing CB2 activation promotes colon cancer progression (PMID: 27634891)
Restorative CBD Website Instagram Cannabis Education
Dr. Dave Tilley joins the show to discuss his expertise in the world of gymnastics. Dr. Tilley is an internationally recognized sports physical therapist who has worked with 1000s of gymnasts over the past decade. He is also an avid researcher and pays special attention to areas such as workloads/overtraining, Achilles tendon injuries, back pain, and culture change. Along with his coaching and clinical work as a medical provider, he founded SHIFT in 2013 and continues to act as the CEO.
In this episode, you will hear us discuss:
- The culture of sport (gymnastics in particular)
- Common injuries in gymnastics
- Communication with other providers in the setting of rehabilitation
- Patient stories about difficult rehab
- Gymnastic work to incorporate into your routine
Dave's recently published paper in Sports Health discussing factors associated with Achilles ruptures in women's collegiate gymnastics (PMID: 34338076)
You can follow Dave Tilley here:
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Dr. Dave Tilley joins the show to discuss his expertise in the world of gymnastics. Dr. Tilley is an internationally recognized sports physical therapist who has worked with 1000s of gymnasts over the past decade. He is also an avid researcher and pays special attention to areas such as workloads/overtraining, achilles tendon injuries, back pain, and culture change. Along with his coaching and clinical work as a medical provider, he founded SHIFT in 2013 and continues to act as the CEO.
In this episode you will hear us discuss:
- The culture of sport (gymnastics in particular)
- Simone Biles at the Tokyo Olympics
- Mental health in sport
- Tactfully treating/coaching gymnasts during hypersensitive time
You can follow Dave Tilley here:
Website
Youtube
Podcast
In this episode, Darsh and Altamash recap their discussion with Dr. Micah Yu and the athletic ninja Max Shank.
Max Shank website
Micah Yu website
Max Shank is again this week's guest as our conversation with him had too many nuggets for one episode.
In Part II of our conversation we talk about:
- The psychology of his famous 5-minute flow program
- Importance of proper breathing mechanics and the downstream effect it has on movement quality
- Max’s initial assessment process
- Max's social media fast
- Delaying gratification to fast track success
Follow Max via instagram, youtube, and on his website
Max Shank is a coach, owner, author, teacher, and creator. He has done a lot and has the experience to show and talk for it. Based out in Souther California, Max has his own gym where he is teaching clients how to become primal with better movement patterns and better mobility. He joins us in this 2 part series to discuss why movement matters. This is a philosophical episode. Get ready!
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Dr. Micah Yu, MD is an integrative rheumatologist in Newport Beach, CA, currently board certified in internal medicine and lifestyle medicine. He is also working on becoming board certified in integrative medicine and certified in functional medicine. We discuss his field of integrative rheumatology and his approach to treating patients. Surprisingly, medications aren't always the answer, but sometimes understanding potential triggers and removing them from your life. Check out his Instagram @myautoimmunemd and website Sponsor
In this episode, Darsh and Altamash discuss the valuable lessons they learned from their recent guests.
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Roudy Nassif, co-founder of Viva Rays joins us to discuss how to harness the power of light. Light, an element associated with the cosmos and light itself, impacts our life and health in an enormous way. Roudy has first-hand seen the benefits of light as he learned all about it to treat his depression and regulate his circadian rhythm. Now, he develops blue-light blocking technology to empower individuals to interact with light in a positive way. In this episode, we discuss what light is, the history of light, and how we can interact with light. Viva Rays - Use code 'DARSH15' for 15% off Advice Media - Sponsor
In this episode, Dr. Ni-Cheng Liang, MD, joins us to discuss mindfulness and she incorporated it into her life after she was unexpectedly diagnosed with cancer. Dr. Liang is an integrative pulmonologist in San Diego who routinely uses mindfulness as a treatment for her patients. We discuss: - Mindfulness vs. meditation - The proven scientific benefits of mindfulness - How can practitioners use mindfulness for themselves and their patients - The best resources to learn, understand, and practice being in the present moment.
The Mindful Healers Podcast
Lazy: A Manifesto
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Ryan Inman, MBA, CFP joins us on the show to discuss the basics of personal finance, our relationship with money, and how taking care of our financial health will translate to a better, and healthier life.
Being married to a pediatric pulmonologist Ryan has firsthand experience with the challenges physicians face. He now works exclusively with physicians educating them to successfully achieve their financial goals "without the long hours or sleepless nights."
Listen to the podcast and pick up the book at Financial Residency
Work with Ryan at Physician Wealth Services
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In this episode, Altamash and Darsh revisit their conversations with the last two guests of the show, Beth Frates MD, and Will Bulsiewicz MD, MSCI. Studies/articles mentioned in the show:
Stress and cardiovascular disease (PMID 22473079) Archaebiotics: proposed therapeutic use of archaea to prevent trimethylaminuria and cardiovascular disease (PMID 24247281) Sustainable food: the investment case
Websites/Resources mentioned in the show:
The American Gut Project American College of Lifestyle Medicine
Sponsor: Locum Tenens
Dr. Will Bulsiewicz, aka Dr. B, is a leader and author in the field of gastroenterology and gut health. His hit book, Fiber Fueled, is a New York Times bestseller that focuses on optimizing the microbiome and restoring health through a plant-based gut health program. He has amassed over 300k followers on social media - @theguthealthmd
In this episode, Dr. B delves into the science of being fiber fueled and how incorporating more plants into our diets can effectively change our gut health.
Website
ZOE
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Dr. Will Bulsiewicz, aka Dr. B, is a leader and author in the field of gastroenterology and gut health. His hit book, Fiber Fueled, is a New York Times bestseller that focuses on optimizing the microbiome and restoring health through a plant-based gut health program. He has amassed over 300k followers on social media - @theguthealthmd
In this episode, Dr. B takes us through the importance of a healthy gut and how optimizing it can better express overall health. He also touches on what the microbiome is and how we can fully support it, the dangers of "leaky gut," and how dairy-free and gluten-free aren't all that they are cracked up to be.
Website
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Milk and Health - New England Journal of Medicine
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Beth Frates, MD is a trained physiatrist turned lifestyle medicine pioneer. As a faculty member at Harvard Medical School, she has developed and taught courses of lifestyle medicine. She has even authored a book listed in the top 100 medical books of all time by BookAuthority. She has a private practice, Wellness Synergy. Beth Frates, MD Twitter Sponsor
In this episode, Darsh and Altamash are back to share the takeaways from their recent discussion with Dr. Aerni and Dr. Malanga.
Resources mentioned in the show:
Sex differences and considerations for female specific nutritional strategies: a narrative review (PMID: 33794937)
Being Active during Pregnancy from Exercise is Medicine (courtesy of the American College of Sports Medicine)
Gerard Malanga, MD is triple board-certified in sports medicine, pain medicine, and physical medicine and rehabilitation. He completed his undergraduate degree in Biology at Villanova and medical training at New Jersey Medical school. He went on to complete a PM&R residency at Rutgers University followed by a sports medicine fellowship at the Mayo Clinic. Dr. Malanga has authored several textbooks and countless articles. He is considered a thought leader in the field of sports medicine, musculoskeletal medicine, and orthobiologics, serving as the past president of the Interventional Orthopedics Foundation.
In this show we discuss:
- Terminology and why "regenerative medicine" may be misleading
- When orthobiologics may be appropriate in the treatment paradigm
- The different types of treatments (prolotherapy, PRP, "stem cells")
- What evidence-based medicine actually means
- DataBiologics and the future of this field
Jeremy Magalon, Ph.D. highlighting that not all PRP is created equal:
Characterization and comparison of 5 platelet-rich plasma preparations in a single-donor model (PMID 24725317)
Technical and biological review of authorized medical devices for platelet-rich plasma preparation in the field of regenerative medicine (PMID 33155867)
Dr. Malanga's practices: New Jersey Regenerative Institute (https://www.njregenerativeinstitute.com/) and New Jersey Sports Medicine
Dr. Malanga's podcast: Malanga Talks (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/malanga-talks/id1540893635)
Larry Keller for disability and life insurance
We are back with Dr. Aerni for a powerful part 2! Make sure to check out Part 1 for more inspiration! What we discuss: - Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (REDS), previously known as Female Athlete Triad - Strength training for women and training during various phases of the menstrual cycle - Barriers to exercise, social disparities, and solutions to make it a staple in our routine - Exercise during pregnancy - Dr. Aerni's latest courses and masterclass for young female physicians Exercise Prescriptions for Medical Conditions via Exercise is Medicine and ACSM The Effects of Menstrual Cycle Phase on Exercise Performance (PMID: 32661839) Effect of oral contraceptives on body composition, aerobic and anaerobic capacities of female athletes (PMID: 33336549) Dr. Aerni's New Masterclass: "Crush Your Imposter Syndrome" Website: Madam Athlete Podcast on Apple Instagram: @themadamathlete
In this episode, Dr. Giselle Aerni joins Altamash and Darsh to share her experience in the male-dominant field of sports medicine.
We discuss:
- Dr. Aerni's background and time winning national championships
- The indefensible treatment of female athletes by the NCAA
- Challenges faced by women in medicine
- Male advocates for women colleagues
- The role of financial security providing freedom
- Paving the way to a brighter future for female physicians
Dr. Aerni's New Masterclass: "Crush Your Imposter Syndrome"
Website: Madam Athlete
Podcast on Apple
Instagram: @themadamathlete
In this episode, Altamash and Darsh discuss the lessons they learned from recent guest Diwesh Poudyal.
They specifically talk about:
- Establishing a rapport with client/patient to improve outcomes
- Efficiently building a warm-up
- Adapting to stress with specific exercises
- Training modifications with limited equipment
- Harmful effects of training myths
Diwesh Poudyal, strength and conditioning coach at Champion Physical Therapy and Performance in Massachusetts joins us to discuss exercise programming, assessing functional needs and wants, the roles of warm-up and cool-down, how to build aerobic capacity, and last but not least - figuring out fitness during COVID!
Instagram - @diweshpoudyal @championptp
Darsh and Altamash discuss their key takeaways from their talk with Dan Pope.
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Dan Pope, PT, CSCS, joined us to discuss the topic of pain-free fitness. He is a physical therapist and coach at Champion PT in Massachusetts who works with the average Joe all the way to the elite athlete. Some topics we discuss are building relationships in healthcare, optimizing training when injured, augmenting the healing process, and how to build resilience after injury!
Fitness Pain Free Website
Ask Mike Reinold Show
Instagram - @fitnesspainfree
Twitter - @FitnessPainFree
Darsh and Altamash break down their episode with Jenifer Tharani and discuss the lessons they learned.
Chronic MSK Pain and Nutrition article
Sponsor - MR Insurance
Jenifer Tharani has completed a master’s in human nutrition from Texas State University and training in dietetics from Emory University Hospital. She is a member of College of Dietitians of Ontario and registered with the Commission of Dietetic Registration. Jenifer believes that eating healthy does not have to be boring, time-consuming, or expensive. Jenifer’s mantra is “Give a Man a Fish, and You Feed Him for a Day. Teach a Man to Fish, and You Feed Him for a Lifetime” and so she gives you a nutrition toolbox to help manage your health condition or live a healthy and good quality life, whatever your goal may be.
Jenifer Tharani, MSInstagram: @chronicpain.nutritionist
Clubhouse: @autoimmune.rd
Free Facebook Community: Nourish to Flourish Anti-inflammatory Nutrition & Lifestyle Community
Sponsor - MR Insurance
In this episode, Altamash and Darsh discuss the key takeaways from their conversation with Dr. Patrick Finan regarding pain and sleep.
Patrick Finan, PhD, is an Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Science at Johns Hopkins University. We delve into the interplay between pain and sleep, but first by breaking down pain and sleep on their own.
Sleep Duration as a Risk Factor for Cardiovascular Disease (PMID: 21286279)
Sleep Duration and Heart Attacks (PMID: 31488267)
Clonidine disrupts REM sleep (PMID: 26678391)
Dr. Patrick Finan research publications
Sponsor: Larry Keller Disability Insurance
In this episode, Darsh and Altamash break down the important lessons they learned from their conversation with Dr. H!
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Dr. Heather Hammerstedt is not only a board-certified emergency medicine physician over the last 10 years, but she’s also a health curator, founding her company called Wholist Health, which focuses on a team-based approach to help your lifestyle. Dr. H is also the host of the Curate Your Health podcast.
https://www.wholisthealth.com/ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/curate-your-health-with-dr-heather-hammerstedt/id1478410990 doctorpodcastnetwork.com/resolve
Dr. Alex King, DO is an OMM specialist and the Director of Osteopathic Medicine at The Shin Center of Integrative Sports Medicine.
Alex's educational background:
- Neuroscience and Sculpture at Muhlenberg College
- Medical School at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
- Residency in Neuoromusculoskeletal medicine at PCOM
- Medical Acupuncture from the Helms Medical Institute
Alex's Youtube Channel
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Altamash and Darsh discuss the key takeaways from their conversation with EC Synkowski.
TEDx Boulder: "An Elegant Diet" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=erdk0na5yMI&list=UL0_lwcBhsY2s&index=97881
EC's 10 Principles of Nutrition: https://optimizemenutrition.com/2019/11/17/end-your-nutrition-confusion-learn-my-10-principles-of-nutrition/
The Consistency Project Leaderboard: https://consistency.optimizemenutrition.com/
EC Synkowski is a nutritionist, Crossfit Level 4 Coach, and the owner of OptimizeMe nutrition. EC is the creator of the #800gchallenge and #LazyMacros. Her podcast TheConsistencyProject is a medium for education where she elaborates on the nuances of nutrition and translates evidence-based scientific data into practical solutions for everyday success.
EC's academic background
- BS in biochemical engineering
- MS in environmental sciences
- MS in Nutrition & Functional Medicine
Website and Social
OptimizeMe Nutrition: https://optimizemenutrition.com/
TEDxBoulder: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=erdk0na5yMI&list=UL0_lwcBhsY2s&index=97881
The Consistency Project: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-consistency-project/id1515808276
Instagram @optimizemenutrition
Twitter @optimizemenutr1
The cost of getting lean by PN: https://www.precisionnutrition.com/cost-of-getting-lean-infographic
A summary and takeaways from our conversation with Dr. Shawn Arent, PhD, CSCS*D. Links/References from the Episode:
PN infographic on nutrition for injury recovery: https://www.precisionnutrition.com/nutrition-for-injury-recovery-infographic NEJM Article on IF: PMID-31881139 Effects of intermittent versus continuous dieting on weight and body composition: Meta-Analysis: PMID-30206335 FDA 101 on Dietary Supplements: https://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/fda-101-dietary-supplements Third-party supplement testing: https://labdoor.com/ MedEvolve: www.doctorpodcastnetwork.com/medevolve
Dr. Shawn Arent joins us to discuss all things related to nutrient timing. He elaborates on the well-known "anabolic window," and discusses how the opportunity for nutritional optimization may be much longer. We discuss the various fallacies of nutritional science and how lifestyle impacts successful, sustainable nutritional practices. Dr. Shawn Arent
Professor and Chair for the Department of Exercise Science at the Arnold School of Public Health at the University of South Carolina.👨🏻🏫 Director of the UofSC Sport Science Lab⚽️🧪📚 Past president, and current fellow of the International Society Of Sports Nutrition🍎🥗 Fellow of the American College of Sports Medicine🏋🏽♂️🚴🏾♀️
WORKOUT coffee: https://workout-coffee.com/ Resolve Contract Review: http://www.doctorpodcastnetwork.com/resolve
Our key takeaways from our discussion with Dr. Jyoti Patel. Jyoti Patel, MD 👩🏽⚕️Triple Board Certified in Integrative Pediatrics, Internal Medicine, Integrative & Functional Medicine Website: https://aimsforwellness.com Instagram: @drjyotipatelmd TikTok: @jyotipatelmd
Effect of FMT on symptoms of Psych Disorders. PMID: 32539741
The anxiolytic effect of probiotics. A Meta-Analysis. PMID: 29924822
Dr. Jyoti Patel joins us to open up about her personal journey through residency and practice, and how she unexpectedly fell into the fields of integrative and functional medicine. She talks about how her independent functional medicine practice allows her to approach her patients differently than conventional medicine. Last but not least, Dr. Patel shares tips on how to boost your immune system as the world protects itself from COVID-19.
Jyoti Patel, MD
👩🏽⚕️Triple Board Certified in Integrative Pediatrics, Internal Medicine, Integrative & Functional Medicine
Website: https://aimsforwellness.com
Instagram: @drjyotipatelmd
TikTok: @jyotipatelmd
A summary and takeaways from our conversation with David Otey, CSCS.
David Otey, CSCS, Chief Content Officer for PPSC
✍️Men’s Health Advisory Board
📖NSCA, Men’s Health, M&F, T-Nation
Website: www.oteyfitness.com
Instagram: @davidoteyfit
David Otey is a strength and conditioning coach and Chief Content Officer for the Pain-Free Performance Specialist Certification (PPSC). Dave breaks down how he implements strategies with his clients to change their habits in and out of the gym, He offers amazing insight into fitness, personalization, and the roles of personal trainers and performance coaches in the healthcare system.
David Otey, CSCS, Chief Content Officer for PPSC
✍️Men’s Health Advisory Board
📖NSCA, Men’s Health, M&F, T-Nation
Website: www.oteyfitness.com
Instagram: @davidoteyfit
Dr. Simone Maybin shares her journey to her current practice as a Physiatrist, an Interventional Pain specialist, and a certified health coach. As a professional athlete, Simone has the experience and knowledge to deal with most of the MSK-related ailments that plague our society today. But her unique approach to patient care stemmed from her diverse background, and her health coaching is how she is redefining medicine. Contact Dr. Maybin at: Simonemaybin@gmail.com @simonemaybin (Instagram) @SIMONEmaybin (Twitter) Healthy 365 podcast: https://apple.co/2LfxXht