Healthcare Corner: Recent Episodes
Healthcare Corner
Healthcare Corner with Gavin Wiswell, Sean Chapman and Dr. Franklin Moses. An educational and informative show that addresses the challenging topics in healthcare and decisions we must make when we age.
Do you ever struggle getting an appointment with the right care provider in a timely manner? Join the conversation today to learn how to be proactive in receiving the care you deserve. We talk about three major topics that are important in order to be proactive with regard to your health. What does advocacy look like in healthcare? What does the selection in provider services look like? We discuss how to understand the resources available to you and what they cover.
Join the conversation today as we introduce the topic of regenerative medicine and the advances in this field. Regenerative medicine is enhancing the body’s potential to heal. What if the field of medicine could capture the natural ability to heal chronic conditions? The scope of this specialty is well defined by its name, as its purpose is to help the body regenerate cells. At what point should people introduce the practice of regenerative medicine to their healthcare? Listen today as we help you understand the foundation of regenerative medicine and how stem cells affect your body and help it heal.
Today joining us on the Healthcare Corner are Franklin Moses and Sean Chapman, representatives of Virtare Health. We dive into the steps of hospital discharge and its challenges. Hospital discharge does have failures, and usually it is the patients who suffer. Have you had a friend or a loved one readmitted to the hospital experiencing the same condition? Hospitals are the best but are one of the most expensive care providers in our health system. Virtare Health specializes in a whole-person care approach for post-acute concerns. Listen today to discover how Virtare Health can help you personally or facilitate improvement in your patient journey regarding transition for both mental and physical care.
Franklin Moses, CEO Virtare HealthFranklin Moses started his career in the healthcare industry at a very early age working in the back office of a medical practice. During this time he learned the ins and outs of the operations of the practice, which helped him gain a full understanding of what it took to operate a successful medical practice. There was not one part of the practice that he was not involved with. From finance, operational management, marketing, HR, and business development. After his time understanding the business side of medicine he took the next step of practicing medicine. Franklin obtained his MBBS degree from Kasturba Medical College, and upon graduating returned to the United States to find the healthcare industry significantly changed from the time that he entered medical school. Because of this change the decision was made to go into the practice of the business side of healthcare instead of the practice and delivery of it.
His unique perspective of being a trained physician, as well as having vast experience in the practice of medicine allowed him to have a unique perspective on how to approach the needs of a modern medical practice as well as providing solutions for the healthcare industry. Through this knowledge the decision was made to start a company that will uniquely provide complete solutions to the modern provider that will support their business, and be a true partner in their business goals. It is Franklin’s endeavor to provide solutions that allow the provider to do what they do best…. the practice of medicine.
Sean Chapman, President Virtare HealthExtensive experience in contract negotiation and executive level communication. High priority on long term relationships and timely delivery of goods and services. Co-founded a national real estate training company in 2006 that trained over 30,000 professionals during a 9 year period. Grew company to $5 million in sales within 16 months. Developed virtual training program and multi-level training and education platform to service national clientele. Negotiated $300,000,000 in contracts over a 5 year period. After exiting he invested in and Co-Founded Alert Ease in 2019, a RPM software solution that was merged into Virtare Health in 2022. Sean is married to Allison McEwen and together they have 6 children. Sean enjoys traveling with his family, sports, especially basketball, the ocean, annual hiking and camping adventures, architecture/design and research.
Today we focus on the academics and data behind COVID-19 and joining us is Dr. Ryan Cole, CEO and Medical Director of Cole Diagnostics, a Anatomic and Clinical Pathology Laboratory. With being 2 plus years into the COVID-19 pandemic, researchers have discovered so much about the virus. Dr. Cole shares his expertise on the importance of UV light, Vitamin D and air circulation to fight against COVID-19. Additionally, we speak about the COVID-19 vaccine and its effectiveness and side effects it has on society.
Dr. Ryan ColeDr. Ryan Cole, CEO and Medical Director of Cole Diagnostics, serves clinicians throughout Idaho and the nation with expert pathology diagnoses and patient centered care. Dr. Cole completed his residency in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology at the Mayo Clinic, where he was chief fellow during his surgical pathology fellowship, followed by a year as chief fellow at the Ackerman Academy of Dermatopathology in New York City,
under the direction of world renowned dermatopathologist, the late A. Bernard Ackerman. Cole Diagnostics is a full service Anatomic and Clinical pathology laboratory with an extensive menu of testing capabilities, including molecular testing, microbiology, clinical laboratory blood testing, and cytology, in addition to outpatient surgical biopsies. He has helped perform and diagnose over 150,000 Covid tests during the pandemic and has diagnosed 500,000 patients in his career. He has spoken in the Senate and multiple state legislatures, as well as at numerous international conferences, sharing the science and truth about the pandemic. When not focused on science, he enjoys working on his 21 acre organic farm, tending his lambs, cattle, ducks, and chickens, sculpting his 250 tree fruit orchard, saw-milling local urban timber
and building one of a kind pieces of furniture, guitars, wood boats and other functional wood art. He is the proud father of 6 daughters he calls his “blonde-tourage."
Dr. Cole's Personal Site
Global COVID Summit
Today we dive into a new topic of advanced physical therapy for the younger generation. Joining us is Brian Wilson, founder and owner of Catalyst Physical Therapy & Wellness. What is movement literacy? How does it affect our youth, and what are the benefits for them? We find out why it is important to invest in physical therapy at a young age to prevent injury as we age. Additionally, Brian shares his insight on the negative effects of sports specialization at a young age.
Emotional health is a topic that is spoken of often in today’s world. Dr. Mansi Shah and Gavin elaborate on the topic of negative emotions and how they are normal feelings to have, as well as how they can be beneficial in your life. How do you detect when negative emotions are affecting your life and what can you do about it? There are eight types of emotions of which you should have an awareness to help navigate through life. Listen today to find out what these eight types of emotions are.
**Today we are focusing on the care of our older audience. A Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly, also known as “PACE,” incorporates individualized care for a person. Joining us today today are Alan Tornel and Laura Gonzalez from the non-profit organization San Diego PACE to help us understand how to advocate and understand the PACE program. Listen to how our elderly community can be better served by learning to manage their biggest challenges and the services that are offered to them.
Alan Tornel’s Biography: Marketing SupervisorAlan Tornel is the Marketing Supervisor and North County representative for the San Diego PACE organization. San Diego PACE is a non-profit that helps seniors coordinate their care to provide an individualized approach to overall health. While part of the program, Alan has had the opportunity to participate in business development efforts and has been able to bring new partnerships to his organization. He has dedicated his 7-year career to helping underserved communities in his native San Diego. As a recipient of a scholarship at the University of California San Diego, Alan learned the importance of social programs and the impact they have in underrepresented communities. Ever since, he has been helping seniors get the care they deserve through the development of innovative partnerships, new strategies, and key outreach efforts.
Laura González’s Biography: Marketing Coordinator**Laura González is the Marketing Coordinator for San Diego PACE, a position focusing on the North County part of San Diego, California. She received her B.S. in Psychology from the University of California San Diego with a specialization in Clinical Psychology. Growing up within the melting pot of the two bordering cities of Tijuana and San Diego, Laura developed a strong sense of devotion for the non-profit sector and as an informal advocate for mental health in her community has focused on low-income older adults in San Diego County. In further pursuing this goal to help our most vulnerable population, Laura has worked for the non-profit organization of the San Ysidro Health PACE program as a Case Manager and Marketing Coordinator for over three years. Her focus has been to provide quality resources and coordinated health care services to our seniors by creation of process implementation and marketing efforts.
Contact San Diego PACE
Linkedin.com/in/laurestela
Linkedin.com/in/alan-tornel-6691B1162
Website: Sdpace.org
Facebook: Facebook.com/SanDiegoPACE
For tours, questions, or general information, please contact:
Alan Tornel, Marketing Supervisor(619) 218-5955- Alan.Tornel@syhealth.orgOrLaura Gonzalez, Marketing Coordinator(619) 392-0659- Laura.Gonzalez@syhealth.org
Do you suffer from brain fog, headaches, sleep disturbances, exhaustion, constipation, fatigue, and a new case of body odor that rivals the experience of high school hormones? If you’re feeling a bit “off,” it could be a toxic overload. Toxin overload is a condition in which the body has too many toxins, possibly from food, water, personal care products and anything our body absorbs. Today we learn that we can control what we put into our bodies. Is there a way to remove most of the toxins in our body? What is the best way to see where your body is and where it should be? Tune in today to find out how to decrease the toxins in your body.
Telehealth seems to be here to stay, so what do you need to know to empower your choices in getting the care you need in a timely manner? Join the conversation today about how to prepare for a virtual visit. What is and is not telehealth? Learn the importance of hybrid care. There are challenges on both ends—the practice advancing telehealth and the patient who is trying to adapt to new technology and sharing personal information. Is telehealth right for you? Find out today by joining Gavin and Dr. Mansi Shah as they talk about all things telehealth.
Today we dive deep into pain to discuss whether it is an essential part of life. There is physical pain and emotional pain, and it is different for everyone. Pain can be debilitating, it can be consistent, and it can be localized. People can respond to pain differently. Join the conversation today to learn more about experiencing pain and when to access a doctor to obtain help.
Today we are talking about obesity and how labeling people as obese can be offensive eventhough they may not see themselves as such. Dr. Brittany “B” McCoy joins us today to discuss the challenges of obesity and how it actually has a whole body and mental wellness effect on our bodies. The BMI calculator is not always for everyone. Listen today to find out how you can better your health journey.
Dr. Brittany McCoy
Dr. Brittany “B” McCoy is a mom, pharmacist, wellness coach, entrepreneur, speaker, and an international bestselling, contributing author. Born in North Carolina, she is an alumna of Methodist University where she obtained the B.S. degree in Chemistry with a concentration in Biochemistry and double minored in Spanish and Mathematics. At High Point University she obtained her Doctor of Pharmacy and Master’s degree in Business Administration.
Dr. B. McCoy ditched the traditional ways of embarking on a career to pave her own path. Her goal is to help healthpreneurs like you parlay your current career-focused work into balanced and sustainable wellbeing. You can follow her at https://bio.link/drbmccoy and join her newsletter, The Wellness Lounge.
In this episode we talk about mindful meditation and its benefits. One should start and end each day with meditation. Following this recommendation allows us to achieve discipline, emotional calmness, and a stable state of overall well being. Meditation can help with emotional stress, sleep, chronic stress, and much more. We bring up the topic of modern-day stressors and how they affect our peace and mental well being. Join the conversation today to learn how you can implement meditation in your life and help you deal with those modern-day stressors.
Today we dive in deep to learn how clean eating can benefit your microbiome and healthspan. Have you ever wondered whether it is worth it to purchase organic, wild-caught, or grass-fed products?
Furthermore, should you invest in eating this way? What exactly does organic mean, and why is it considered to be healthy? Listen now to find out if you should make the change or not to clean eating.
Today we have a returning guest, Dr. Joseph Feuerstein, who joins us to dive deeply into gut health, the microbiome. How does the microbiome relate to general and psychological health? Dr. Feuerstein talks about the importance of the microbiome and how our bodies need the bacteria for brain function. Join the conversation today to learn why the microbiome is our body’s friend.
Link to Dr. Feuerstein's first episode: Getting Balanced, Stimulating Your Endocannabinoid System
Dr. Joseph Feuerstein
Dr Feuerstein was born in England and studied medicine at the University of London and Business Management at Cambridge University. He completed a rotating internship in general and trauma surgery at Tel Aviv University Tel Hashomer Teaching Hospital before serving as a combat physician in two elite units of the Israeli Navy, where he is still a reserve officer with the rank of Captain.
In 2002 Dr. Feuerstein moved to the U.S. and completed an internship and residency in Family Medicine at the Columbia University/Stamford Hospital Family Medicine Residency Program, where he served as Chief Resident in his final year. He then spent two years studying with Dr. Andrew Weil as part of his Fellowship in Integrative Medicine at the University of Arizona’s School of Medicine.
For 14 years Dr. Feuerstein served as the director of Integrative Medicine at Stamford Hospital where he ran an insurance-based consultation service using nutrition, hypnosis, acupuncture, botanicals, and stress management to help treat chronic medical problems such as obesity, diabetes, elevated cholesterol, hypertension, coronary heart disease, cancer, rheumatoid arthritis, depression, and anxiety, seeing over 40,000 integrative medicine patients
Dr Feuerstein works as a medical professor and attending physician at Greenwich Hospital and is an Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine at Columbia University in New York City. He received certification in Medical Acupuncture from SUNY Downstate and is also certified in clinical hypnosis, having completed a two-year training under the American Society for Clinical Hypnosis. He also holds a license as a homeopathic physician from the State of Connecticut
At this time Dr. Feuerstein has published over 30 peer-reviewed studies, articles, and poster presentations, has won multiple awards for medical research and education, and is a Castle Connelly, New York, magazine and Connecticut magazine Top Doctor. He is the co-host of the Internet show "Condition Kitchen on Everyday Health'' (Site gets 60 million views monthly).
In addition, Dr. Feuerstein is the author of "Dr Joe’s Man Diet," Page Street / Macmillan 2015 and now the co-author of "The Cannabinoid Cookbook," Mango Publishing, 2022.
Dr. Feuerstein Book: The Cannabinoid Cookbook- Amazon's #6 Best Seller in Herb, Spice & Condiment Cooking
Learn More About Dr. Feuerstein:
Www.drfeuerstein.comhttps://www.facebook.com/DrJoeFeuersteinhttps://twitter.com/drjoefeuerstein
At the Healthcare Corner we want to be proactive in our health and not take a reactive medical approach. Today we tackle three common conditions: blood pressure, blood sugar, and cholesterol. Do you know you can prevent elevated blood pressure, blood sugars, and cholesterol with nutrition? We discuss ways you can try to prevent a medication option for these conditions and take a proactive approach.
Today we talk about all things skin. Do you know that your skin has three main layers that need care? Skin is the largest organ in the body; and it comprises hair, nails, glands, and other specialized nerve endings. We will talk about the structure of our skin, so we can help to understand the protective system of the body.
Today certified functional medicine and nutrition practitioner and women’s health expert Dr. Ndidi Ihim joins us to advocate for women’s health. Do you know that in the United States Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) can affect as many as 5 million women of reproductive age? PCOS is commonly looked over in the medical world because it is a syndrome and not a disease. Join the conversation to see how the practice of functional medicine can benefit those with PCOS and its symptoms.
Dr. Ndidi Ihim
Dr. Ndidi Ihim is a wealth and wellness expert, pharmacist, certified functional medicine and nutrition practitioner, licensed financial broker, podcast host, author, speaker, and investor. As a wealth expert, she helps working professionals and business owners optimize their money to create wealth by buying their multiple 7-figure net worth instead of building it slowly. As a wellness expert and pharmacist, she helps women suffering from chronic illnesses, specifically Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) to reverse it in natural ways without medications or fad diets.Her passion for initiating self-development and being a motivated individual has catapulted her to places she could only have imagined. It is that motivation that gives you the push to go out, do whatever you want, and get whatever you want. Ndidi's mission is to simply inspire individuals to live their dreams and be the people to whom people say, "Because of you, I never gave up." When she's not out saving the world, she loves spending time with her loving husband and three wonderful kids.
Sophia Da Silva joins the healthcare conversation talking about all things yoga. Participating in yoga can be the vehicle to a better quality of life, one without suffering from physical pain and emotional trauma. As we discuss the benefits of this type of exercise, find out why Sophia promotes yoga awareness for mental and physical wellness. Sophia believes that it helps nurture and develop a person's ultimate potential self and accountability.
Sophia Da Silva
Teaching and facilitating since 2009, Sophia Da Silva is passionate about utilizing the practice of yoga and mindfulness to develop character, well-being, and leadership abilities. She combines the wisdom of leadership and yoga into delivering classes, training, and programs that teach yoga as a discipline of self-examination toward embodying authenticity. She is driven by her love to create the spaces for human beings to maximize their potential, embodying well-being and wisdom. She earned her M.A. in Leadership from U.S.D. and her ERYT (Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher) with over 10,000 hours of teaching.
Today join the conversation on lower back pain. Have you had pain in your back? Much like upper back pain, lower back pain is commonly caused by overuse or acute trauma. Back pain is a relatively common problem among Americans. It can be crippling and debilitating. Learn from Gavin and Dr. Castillo about symptom management and root causes and what you can do to help with your back pain.
Join the conversation today as Gavin and Dr. Castillo take a deep dive into why and how we age. Is it possible to stop the aging process? If you have ever wondered about that, you are not alone. After all, seniors experience many physical and emotional changes as they grow older. That is why for some the senior years can be a confusing time of life. Exercise plays a major role in the aging process. What is a good exercise regime for your age and ability? What are your goals? Where are you with regard to these things today? Most of the time we are not where we want to be or think we are. Listen to find out how to stop or reverse your biological age today.
Today Sarah Vandekar, certified personal trainer, shares her experience of living an unhealthy lifestyle. Prior to starting her health journey, Sarah found herself struggling with an eating disorder and mental health challenges. She discusses how you can develop your own personalized health and nutrition plan. Additionally she will offer valuable information on how to stay healthy with good nutrition as you age. A nutritional lifestyle is not just for the young and fit.
My name is Sarah Vandekar, and I am originally from New York but just recently moved to sunny San Diego to get away from the below-freezing weather. When I am not training, you can find me attending concerts, playing drums, skateboarding, or doing anything else fun and adventurous.
Growing up I was around close family members who struggled with eating disorders and soon found myself falling into the same path. Weighing myself every day,, barely eating, NOT going to the gym, and making unhealthy choices led me to get down to 100 pounds by the time I was in my early 20's.
The day that I decided to change my life and start a new healthy lifestyle was the best day ever because not only did it change MY life, it also opened up a door for me to help other people. I became a personal trainer after I saw the change in myself both physically and mentally, and I vowed that I would do that for other people. Fast forward a few years and I am living my dream of helping other people get healthy and seeing their worth. I love my clients and would do anything to help them succeed in their goals.
In person 1-on-1 training
Online training
Online nutrition plans
Today Dr. Joseph Feuerstein, M.D., introduces a new topic to the Healthcare Corner. What is it? It is the endocannabinoid system and is quite complex and new to modern-day medicine. Join the conversation to learn about the purpose of this system, which is to get your body back into balance through a physiological point of view. It affects body needs, stress, sleep, metabolism, fertility, cardiovascular health, and much more. Tune in today to learn how you can improve your endocannabinoid system through food intake and lifestyle.
Dr. Feuerstein was born in England and studied medicine at the University of London and Business Management at Cambridge University. He completed a rotating internship in general and trauma surgery at the Tel Aviv University Tel Hashomer Teaching Hospital before serving as a combat physician in two elite units of the Israeli Navy where he is currently a reserve officer, with the rank of captain.In 2002 Dr. Feuerstein moved to the United States and completed an internship and residency in Family Medicine at the Columbia University/Stamford Hospital Family Medicine residency program, where he served as Chief Resident in his final year. He then spent two years studying with Dr. Andrew Weil as part of his fellowship in Integrative Medicine at the University of Arizona School of Medicine.For 14 years Dr. Feuerstein served as the Director of Integrative Medicine at Stamford Hospital where he ran an insurance-based consultation service. He used nutrition, hypnosis, acupuncture, botanicals, and stress management to help treat chronic medical problems, such as obesity, diabetes, elevated cholesterol, hypertension, coronary heart disease, cancer, rheumatoid arthritis, depression, and anxiety in over 40,000 integrative medicine patients.Dr Feuerstein works as a medical professor and attending physician at Greenwich Hospital and is an Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine at Columbia University in New York City. He received certification in Medical Acupuncture from SUNY Downstate and is also certified in clinical hypnosis from a two-year training under the American Society for Clinical Hypnosis. He also holds a license as a homeopathic physician from the State of Connecticut.In his career Dr, Feuerstein has published more than 30 peer-reviewed articles and poster presentations based upon his research, has won multiple awards for medical research and education, and is a Top Doctor in both the Connecticut and Castle Connelly, New York, magazines. He is the cohost of the Internet show "Condition Kitchen” on Everyday Health, getting 60 million views monthly.Dr. Feuerstein is the author of Dr Joe’s Man Diet, Page Street, Macmillan 2015 and now the co-author of The Cannabinoid Cookbook, Mango Publishing, 2022.
Book Information:
The Cannabinoid Cookbook- Amazon's #6 Best Seller in Herb, Spice & Condiment CookingDid you know that you have an endocannabinoid system (ECS) in many places throughout your body? Everyone does; it’s one of the secrets to better overall health.ECS regulates your sleep cycle, mood, memory, appetite, pain sensations, and much more. Further, your ECS is important in memory formation, the reduction of inflammation, and the control of energy balance. Your endocannabinoid system works to keep your internal environment stable. Medical marijuana and CBD are hot topics these days, and there is so much discussion about THC and CBD effects. Do you know that there are foods that have similar effects without the psycho-active effects of marijuana?Enter the world of Cannabinoid-Rich cooking and learn to energize your endocannabinoid system with food!!The Cannabinoid Cookbook provides a ton of healthy recipes using healing herbs and spices that can kick-start your ECS and help you feel better e
Today joining us is local San Diegan William Peetoom, speaking on how to decrease financial stress. Did you know that there are research and development (R&D) cash incentives for small businesses in the United States? Lack of funding is a common problem in the small business world. Find out today how this information is going to help with our country’s financial crisis as we transition from the pandemic.
William Peetoom
Our guest is a local San Diegan (Imperial Beach) and is a community advocate and small business leader. He is a professional in the areas of business development and marketing with a passion for eldercare/senior healthcare. He is known as a master connector within his circle of influence, bridging the gap in social-economic inequality. His special interest is in educating and empowering innovative, diverse business owners to grow, develop, and scale.
As former President of the Filipino-American Chamber of Commerce, San Diego, William has now elevated his scope to the National U.S. Chamber of Commerce. As founder of Kaizen Group International, his mission is to assist and support small business owners to redirect cash flow back into their companies by harnessing U.S. Federal and State R&D tax incentives, reducing energy utility costs, and fortifying the corporate veil, while developing the corporate EIN credit to access further funding opportunities. His vision is to level the playing field for small business owners to have the upper hand and to compete, as we pivot out of the pandemic.
William’s community involvement includes the support for health and wellness within the Asian Pacific Islander (API), LGBTQ, and aging adult communities. Past experience reflects impact as an individual from San Diego County, as a long-term, elder-care ombudsman with focus on aging and independence services, and as a holder of a license in Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFE). William advocates for senior care policy and reform to prepare for the Silver Tsunami of baby boomers’ to peak in retirement. In an era of proactive and preventive care, his outlook now is to support and develop San Diego as a Blue Zone to accommodate those centurian citizens living beyond 100 years of age.
Aging is something no one can escape. Aging is the Number 1 root cause of every living disease. Why not attack aging as if it were a disease? The process of aging happens long before we actually start noticing its impact. Aging hampers the repair process in cells and with time fails to replace damaged cells with new ones. What if we were able to biologically reverse aging? Find out what Dr. Castillo, Gavin, and Ed have to discuss today!
What is the best way to combat today’s healthcare problems? What illness is attacking your body? Is it the Coronavirus, flu, flurona, RSV, or Rotavirus? Is it possible for all these illnesses to attack at once? What is the best way to combat them? Is getting vaccinated the right choice for me? Is our society going to get through this pandemic? Listen today for information to understand healthcare and scientific research. Additionally, our hosts will give you some tips to protect against the possibility of attacks on the immune system.
Having a healthy lifestyle is continually evolving; it is a journey. There is always room for improvement even if others view your lifestyle as perfection. You must break routines and be 1% better than you were yesterday. Find out the tips and tricks on how to start your journey to a better you from our special guest Sean Lundy from Lundy Fitness. Find your purpose today, and start your healthy lifestyle right away. Sean Lundy
Sean has been a fully certified personal trainer since 2016 and has changed the lives of over 5,000 clients in 1-on-1 personal training, group classes, and online programing. Over the past five years he has customized his training technique to cater to a variety of different clientele, ranging from adolescents to middle-aged men and women. His online coaching programs are guaranteed to produce results so long as you follow the outlined regime regardless of your fitness level. Remember it is all mental; but when you begin to see the results, you will be hooked. Lock in with him over these next 30 days, and you will create healthy habits and experience a community full of support with like-minded, fitness-focused people like yourself.
Contact Sean @
- Seanlundyfitness.com
- Instagram:@slundyfit
Today Dr. Castillo talks about the importance of having a health track. Everyone is different, so you need to find what works for you when it comes to exercise, sleep, and routine. Sometimes even the slightest change in a schedule can affect your health track. Listen to Dr. Castillo’s encouraging words of wisdom to make commitments to become a better you.
Stress is inevitable, but it is how you cope and respond to stress that differentiates between personal growth and falling apart. How does stress affect you professionally and personally? How do you decide to attack stress and learn how to cope? Join us today to learn how stress can harm the body and mind. Expert Steven Miyao joins us and gives some tips and suggestions on how to deal with stress. Steven MiyaoSteven is a trusted advisor to the world's leading entrepreneurs, healthcare, and financial services executives. He has built technology, fintech, and healthcare businesses from the ground up.
Steven is an executive coach, blogger, and CEO of Usawa Health. This innovative, value-based primary care company focuses solely on Black health.
His career journey has taught him that being a high performer does not need to be so stressful; stress is a barrier to high-performance goals. Unfortunately, this realization did not come easily to him. The stress in his life forced him to immerse himself in personal growth strategies for his sanity. He embarked upon learning from many leaders and philosophers who have been on the same journey. The drive to succeed led him to become an expert on continuous improvement, focusing on personal development.
As a country we have heard and learned a lot about disease, and there are many opinions as to what works and what does not. Today specialist Dr. Lakhmir (Mink) Chawla joins us to explain the differences in bacterial and viral infections and how to make sense of an overload of information regarding infectious disease, including COVID-19. Using a technology called Seraph 100, created by ExThera Medical, there is help in treating COVID-19.
Dr. Lakhmir (Mink) Chawla
Dr. Lakhmir (Mink) Chawla is the Chairman of the Scientific Advisory Board and a board member for ExThera Medical. Dr. Chawla is also the Silver Creek Pharmaceuticals Chief Medical Officer and a clinical professor of medicine at the UCSD Medical Center and Veterans Affairs Medical Center.
Dr. Chawla was a professor of medicine at the George Washington University Medical Center in Washington, D.C., where he directed research efforts for the Division of Critical Care Medicine.
He previously headed the Division of Intensive Care Medicine at the Washington, D.C., Veterans Affairs Medical Center. With a focus on critical care and nephrology, Dr. Chawla has led and supported several grants and research projects centered onc acute kidney injury, renal disease, extracorporeal therapies, shock, and sepsis.
Healthcare insurance and billing are complex processes. Why can they not just be simple? Do you understand the billing for the services you receive? Do you know that insurance companies are accepting additional codes for new services and technology in healthcare? Obtaining healthcare at home or participating in “telehealth” is the new buzz. Can you use your healthcare insurance to cover services such as these? Listen to this episode to find out the industry perspective of what is best with regard to insurance and billing. Sean Chapman
President, Virtare Health
Sean has extensive experience in contract negotiation and executive-level communication. He puts high priority on long-term relationships and timely delivery of goods and services. Sean co-founded a national real estate training company in 2006 that trained over 30,000 professionals during a 9-year period, growing the company to $5 million in sales within 16 months. He developed a virtual training program and multi-level training and education platform to service national clientele.
Franklin Moses, MBBS
CEO, AIEMM
Franklin Moses started in the healthcare industry very early in his career, working in the back office of a medical practice. During this time he learned the ins and outs of the operations in the practice, which helped him gain a full understanding of what it requires to operate a successful medical practice. He was involved with every aspect of the operation, including finance, operational management, marketing, HR, and business development. After taking the time to understand the business side of medicine, he took the next step to practice medicine. Franklin obtained his MBBS degree from Kasturba Medical College and upon graduating returned to the United States to find the healthcare industry significantly changed from the time that he entered medical school. Because of this change the decision was made to go into the practice on the business side of healthcare instead of the practice and delivery of it.
Dr. Moses has a unique perspective of being a trained physician, as well as having vast experience in the practice of medicine. This background allowed him to have a unique set of skills to approach the needs of a modern medical practice, as well as to provide solutions for the healthcare industry. Through this knowledge the decision was made to start a company that uniquely provides complete solutions to modern providers that will support their businesses and to be a true partner in their business goals. It is Franklin’s endeavor to provide solutions that allow the providers to do what they do best–practice medicine.
Alternative medicine is what we have been focusing our conversation on lately; so, today we brought on Reiki master/teacher and R.N. Kathy Cueva. Reiki is a light touch healing and relaxation technique that eases pain, anxiety, and stress. It improves sleep and puts the body into balance. Find out how to seek Reiki help and become balanced in your life today.
Kathleen Cueva:
Kathy has been a Reiki practitioner in the San Diego area since 2007. She spent 17 years as a nurse in the ICU and Emergency Department.
Her areas of expertise include:
Co-owner, Reiki Wind, L.L.C.
Level III, Healing Touch
Certified, Animal Reiki Practitioner
Master Level Hara Healing Practitioner
President (2011-2015), San Diego Reiki Corps
Certified, Chakra Wisdom Healing
Reiki Master Instructor, Sharp Memorial Hospital
Reiki Practitioner, Sharp Grossmont Hospital
Teacher, Grossmont Adult School, Reiki Super Saturday
Member, Energy Medicine Professional Association
What is functional medicine? Find out today when you join the conversation with expert Monsi Shah, B.Pharm, Pharm.D, Holistic Nutritionist and Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, as well as investment specialist. Dr. Shah believes functional medicine is the future. It provides a more patient-based care program and addresses what is best for the patient’s lifestyle. Currently, our healthcare system is a reactive system, as opposed to a functional medicine system, which is a proactive system. Join us today to learn how your health journey can benefit from functional medicine.
She has spent crucial years of her life exploring different cultures and travelling to new cities doing adventurous activities and connecting with communities on a spiritual level. Her life experiences are extremely diverse and dynamic. She has passion for health, wellness, travel, nature and adding immense value to her clients' lives. All throughout her life she has been passionate about helping others and lifting others through her services and support. Her happiness lies in doing good for mother earth & giving back to the community. After studying extensively in the field of medicine her interest gradually geared towards the power of lifestyle medicine, prevention, anti-aging, epigenomics and actually being able to monetize these concepts and having passive incomes. She believes that financial freedom comes from the type of life we create for ourselves and the choices we make. We are what we eat and practice in our day to day life. We are only one choice away from a completely different life.
She is here to discuss various topics on health ,wellness, spiritual entrepreneurship, passive incomes and Financial freedom with the power of shift in mindset and inner work along with lifestyle medicine.
Up until recently, Western Traditional Medicine was the norm in the USA. But in reality, for the rest of the world there have been alternatives to what we know as medicine. There are other options that have been out there for many years, like naturopathic medicine, functional medicine and many more. Today we are going to have an in-depth conversation of different types of alternative medicines that exist and if they will be beneficial and coexist with your existing medical journey. Tune in today to learn of your options and how to choose an alternative healthcare practitioner.
For the most part we do not know what causes autoimmune disease. We do not know the specific factors that initiate the process which ultimately leads to that disease. We have only been understanding these factors since the mid 1950s. Today we are going to define what it is, what factors cause these diseases, and what we can do about them. Why is it so scary to have an autoimmune disorder? Why does your body attack itself? Tune in today to learn more about today’s not so uncommon disease.
Are you hypoglycemic or hyperglycemic? You need to find your balance when it comes to blood sugar. Today we talk about what is normal and why it is important to keep your blood sugar in equilibrium. If your blood sugar is too low or too high, it can be very dangerous. At the conclusion of the show, we will talk about how to improve balance with your blood sugar and also address life in general.
Today we want to address two major trends in healthcare. With our seniors living longer and with fewer healthcare workers available, we will discuss the technology that exists currently and that is projected in the future to support this gap in physical care.
Our guest will also address call monitoring, a medical alert system for people in immediate need. We will talk about changes in this industry and how important response times are when a problem arises.
Joining us today is our guest Laura Aiello, Director of Strategy at LifeStation. She has extensive knowledge in technology and post care in the healthcare industry.
Laura Aiello, LifeStation, Director of Strategy
Laura Aiello is Director of Strategy at LifeStation, a leading provider of medical alert and senior care services. Laura has been in the life safety industry for more than 10 years with experience in marketing, product management, business development, and account management. Laura is the foremost expert in the industry in providing medical alert systems through Medicaid, Medicare, and other government-funded programs.
She has partnered with the most innovative insurance companies, hospitals, and healthcare providers to improve outcomes for seniors and their loved ones. With a focus on safety from falls, reducing readmissions, and connecting loved ones through modern technology, Laura spends her time customizing solutions for every need on the healthcare spectrum.
Laura is widely recognized as a leading voice in the medical alert industry and has presented at numerous tradeshows and conferences. Laura’s deep knowledge combined with her unique ability to connect with diverse audiences of case managers, clinicians, and executives make her a valuable addition to your conference program.
Areas of Expertise:
• Medical Alert and the Social Determinants of Health
• Filling in the Gaps: Making Connections to Reduce Social Isolation
• Reducing Readmissions through Enhancing the Social Network
In addition to her work with LifeStation, Laura has been a Senior Advisor to the Medical Alert Monitoring Association (MAMA) since its founding, responsible for organizing the annual meeting and tradeshow.
A New Jersey native, Laura holds a bachelor’s of science degree from Monmouth University.
Joining us today in the conversation is Dr. James Kim, Board Certified in Cardiovascular Disease and Echo Cardiology. Cardiovascular disease is the Number 1 killer in the world. That being said, we assume everyone has been affected personally by this disease at some point in their life. How do you deal with heart health? What can you do to live your best life? What is the best way to avoid this possible fate? Listen today and learn all about heart health.
The conversation today is focused on preventive healthcare and recognition regarding when your body is changing. There are many different types of health screenings; which one is best for you? When do you need to start going for regular checkups and physicals? At what age do you need cancer screenings? These are all questions that will be answered in today’s show; tune in for the shortest hour of the week.
Today we are addressing questions that our listeners have asked! You ask; we answer! As stated in the previous episode, the concepts included in omics (fields of study in biological sciences that end with “omics,” such as genomics, proteomics, and others) and how much these fields can impact health are valuable. With the new science information that is available, medicine has expanded its scope to personalize medicines, diet, and exercise to benefit you as you age. Tune in today for an in-depth conversation to learn how research has developed to help you age better.
Today we are addressing questions that our listeners have asked! You ask; we answer! As stated in the previous episode, the concepts included in omics (fields of study in biological sciences that end with “omics,” such as genomics, proteomics, and others) and how much these fields can impact health are valuable. With the new science information that is available, medicine has expanded its scope to personalize medicines, diet, and exercise to benefit you as you age. Tune in today for an in depth conversation to learn how research has developed to help you age better.
Joining us today is Dr. Garret Desrosiers PT, DPT talking about all things physical therapy. In this episode we will learn the importance of physical therapy and why it is needed. Additionally, Dr. Desrosier will talk about the different types of physical therapy and when it is appropriate to seek help.
Dr. Garrett Desrosiers- ProResults Physical Therapy
My name is Garrett Desrosiers and I am the CEO of ProResults Physical Therapy. I'm originally from Boston, Massachusetts. I graduated in 2013 with my Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology and Biomechanics and then went on to graduate from Husson University in 2015 with my Doctorate in Physical Therapy. My primary specialty is in orthopedic physical therapy with special interests in orthopedic manual physical therapy and chronic pain rehabilitation. I started my career as a travel physical therapist working in a wide variety of different clinical settings including outpatient orthopedics, acute care hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and home health care. I moved to San Diego in 2018 to work as a temporary physical therapist for a local outpatient orthopedic clinic. After my contract ended, I decided it was time to go out and start my practice ProResults Physical Therapy so that I could give patients the necessary and effective treatments they needed to get better faster. I opened up my first clinic in San Marcos in December 2018.
Since initially opening my first office in 2018 I have expanded to four fully staffed physical therapy clinic locations across San Diego County. Over the years, I have assembled a strong team of like-minded Doctors of Physical Therapy who value individualized, results-driven, hands-on patient care. We all share a love for fitness, sports, an active lifestyle, and the belief that exercise is medicine. We also share a common mission to empower individuals to move better, feel better, and live a happier, healthier, and pain-free life. ProResults Physical Therapy is quickly becoming the most recognized and highest rated physical therapy clinics in San Diego County.
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Find out the importance of gut health and how the microbiome contributes. Microbiome is a microbial community composed of the bacteria, viruses, protozoa, and fungi that live in and on the human body. How do you know if you have a healthy microbiome? Is there a test to see the levels of your own microbiome? Can you change your microbiome? Listen today to find out all about the benefits of a healthy microbiome.
Join us today as expert Dr. Markus Ploesser, M.D. and board certified psychiatrist, shares his knowledge on integrative medicine and mental health. Were you aware that a leaky gut can affect your mental health? The American diet has been linked to certain mental health illnesses, such as depression. Dr. Ploesser, specializing in ADHD, discusses that medication is not always the answer for long-term care. ADHD is not a bad thing; people with ADHD just don’t always fit into the school and family behavior models. Individuals with ADHD can be great entrepreneurs, and many are very creative. Listen today to find out more and learn how people who struggle with mental health can identify whether or not they need help.
Markus Ploesser, M.D.Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology Markus Ploesser, M.D., is board certified in General and Forensic Psychiatry through ABPN. In addition, he is board certified in Addiction Medicine through ABPM. He is a fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. Dr. Ploesser is also a diplomate of ABPS in Integrative Medicine. He completed his psychiatry residency training at Columbia University and his fellowship training in Forensic Psychiatry at the University of Washington. He is a graduate of Columbia University School of Law in the L.L.M. program and member of the New York State Bar Association. Dr. Ploesser completed further fellowship training in integrative medicine at the University of Arizona, Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine. He completed subspecialty training in Integrative Psychiatry through the Integrative Psychiatry Institute, L.L.C., in Boulder, Colorado. He is familiar with advanced laboratory testing in mental health, such as OATS, food sensitivity, and toxicity panels, including organic causes of mental affections, such as chronic lyme/babesia infections and thyroid abnormalities. He is knowledgeable in the therapeutic use of psychedelic substances and provides Ketamine therapy for treatment-resistant depression.
Dr. Ploesser has a vast array of clinical interests. However, his areas of expertise include adult ADHD and integrative and anti-aging medicine. He also specializes in forensic psychiatry and evaluations. He is a designated QME to conduct workers’ comp evaluations in California. Dr. Ploesser provides services to patients who reside in California, British Columbia, Washington State, New York, Hawaii, and Colorado.
Dr. Ploesser is interested in Integrative Medicine and prefers to minimize the need for prescription medications. He implements the Walsh Institute's advanced nutrient therapy methods. He believes that what we eat can affect our mental health and that our lifestyle changes make a difference in mental health (zinc-to-copper episode, relative-copper overload, and supplementation regimens).
Do you fall asleep quickly or not at all? Do you know that your sleep cycles can predict your mental health? Falling asleep within five minutes is much too fast; taking an hour is too long. What is the optimal sleep time? What is the best way to fall asleep? Find out today while Dr. Castillo shares his expertise on sleep health.
Today we tackle the hot topic of sports psychology and mental health in sports and in particular the effects on athletes, the increasing need for support, and the rise of awareness. Why is mental wellness such a taboo subject today? We are honored to have three guests joining us today—Dr. Craig Beach, Psychiatrist from Open Mind Health; Dr. Victor Ruterbusch, Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist San Diego and football player and wrestler from Princeton College; and John Soderman, professional baseball player and local newscaster. Join us to learn of the mental struggles that athletes battle with today. Find out how and where to obtain help if you are struggling with your mental well being.
Does vitamin supplementation make you healthier? Join us today as we bring on expert Dr. Sheldon Zablow, author of “Your Vitamins Are Obsolete,” and we discuss what supplements help and which do not. We also dive into the topic vitamers, B12 and folate.
Dr. Sheldon Zablow
Upon completion of a pediatric internship at Emory University, Dr. Zablow finished a residency in psychiatry at Boston University in 1980. Dr. Zablow next finished an advanced fellowship in child and adolescent psychiatry at Children’s Hospital through Harvard UniversityMedical School.After a move to San Diego in 1982, Dr. Zablow started a practice in adult, child and forensic psychiatry and became Board Certified in Adult Psychiatry, then Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. He supervised Fellows in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry as a voluntary Assistant Professor at UCSD Medical School for thirty years, receiving two teaching awards.Dr. Zablow developed a clinical interest in how micronutrients contribute to psychologic and neurologic health in the new field of nutritional psychiatry. He explores the connection between vitamers and genetics to unhealthy chronic inflammation in his book “Your Vitamins Are Obsolete.”
Website: https://sheldonzablowmd.com
Link To His Book, “Your Vitamins are Obsolete”:https://www.amzn.com/dp/194818186X LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheldon-zablow-md-b3a3911b0
Take control of your healthcare future today, and obtain an advance directive. What is an advance directive? It is a document created for a time when you are at a point in your life when you are unable to make your own healthcare decisions, but you have put in place an advance directive which authorizes your having control of how you would like to be treated when you have need of care. Join us today with our guest Matti Perilstein, CEO of Eternally, who is an expert in the field of advance care planning.
Matti Perilstein, CEO and Co-Founder of Eternally
With a drive to improve healthcare and an intuition for bringing ideas to life, Matti tackles systemic problems head-on and confronts them to demand change. Matti started her career as a healthcare management consultant within operations and strategy execution for Fortune 500 companies across payer, provider, life sciences, and public health entities. Her time in healthcare uncovered a gap in end-of-life care resources, which she found to be a devastating, recurring theme and a point of opportunity to help millions of Americans.
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Joining us today is David Spencer, CEO of Cabrillo Hospice. We discuss the importance of hospice and why building relationships is important even toward the end of life. Hospice is meant for a special relationship at a very intimate point of life. Support is important to be able to feel good and to make the best of the current situation. In a post-acute environment, hospice is important because if individuals are prepared, they have the opportunity to choose the type of setting and relationships that exist toward the end of life. Learn more today on hospice options and the importance of planning the post-acute setting.
David E. Spencer
David E. Spencer is the founder and CEO of Cabrillo Hospice and President of the The Cabrillo Foundation, a non profit that supports the broader mission of Cabrillo Hospice. David began his medical career as medic, having served in the US Air Force and US Navy. Following high school David enlisted in the military and was forward deployed on active duty during the terrorists attacks of 9/11. He often sites 9/11 as a pivotal point in his military career, as the military to shifted from relative peace time oriented missions to war fighting. He is a recipient of several military decorations, including the Navy and Marine Corp Achievement Medal.
Following his military career, David moved to Southern California and worked as an Emergency Room Technician at Balboa Naval Hospital and as a Patient Care Assistant at Tri City Medical Center. It was during this time that David began participating in medical relief missions in West Africa. It was these years and work that David cites as bringing the greatest clarity in his life and faith. Cabrillo’s mantra of Created to Serve is a direct result of David's time on the medical mission field.
David was born into incredibly difficult circumstances and as a young child, experienced a variety of living conditions, including homelessness. He was adopted around age 5 and believes much of his success is derived from the difficult experiences of his early childhood.
David professional hospice career as an Account Executive at Silverado Senior Living and has worked various organizations in a leadership capacity including as an Executive Director, Regional Director, Vice President of Operations and finally as CEO of Cabrillo.
Today, Cabrillo Hospice stands as one of San Diego County largest privately held hospices, proving out that we are indeed not a product of our circumstances.
Office Contact:
Cabrillo Hospice
32332 Camino Capistrano
Suite 201
San Jaun Capistrano, CA 92675
(858) 345- 3267
Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cabrillohospice or@cabrillohospice
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Joining us for a second time on the Healthcare Corner is Dr. Gil Ungab, sharing his knowledge of the hot topic of healthcare inequality. Why does it exist? If you are in a minority group in the U.S., how are you affected? When it comes to drug trials, the industry needs to make an effort to include all ethnicities. How does COVID-19 come into play with inequalities for all communities? Come join us today to learn more about how we can work together to represent all individuals.
Dr. Gil UngabDr. Gilanthony Ungab, M.D., is a cardiology specialist in National City, California, and has over 27 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from the University of California, San Diego, School of Medicine, in 1994. He is a private practice cardiac electrophysiologist and former Medical Director of Cardiac Electrophysiology at Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center in San Diego, California. He served as a member on research and development committees at Boston Scientific, St. Jude, and Biotronik.
Joining us in the conversation today is Ryan Test, Senior Living Specialist. Choosing a senior living facility for you or your loved one can be difficult. A facility that allows residents to engage in social and mentally stimulating activities helps slow the progression of aging. Quality care for loved ones is evident as management embraces the philosophy of people taking care of people. When choosing the type of facility, consider the needs of your loved one. Visit several places, and follow your instincts. Tune in today to learn some tips when choosing a senior living facility.
Today joining us is Dan McNamara, program coordinator with the Sharp Grossmont Hospital Senior Resource Center. We are discussing the resources that are available and taking those resources and putting them into action. We will learn more about the scholastic study of aging, which is the sociological aspects and the biosocial aspects of aging. Come learn today about different aspects of aging and senior life and what entails in that.
Dan McNamara
Dan McNamara is a program coordinator with the Sharp Grossmont Hospital Senior Resource Center.
Dan is no stranger to senior life, having worked in both the assisted living and hospice industries. While working as a barber in Kent, Ohio, he realized that some of his best haircuts and conversations happened with the older, wiser crowd. Realizing the treasure in seniors, he went on to get a degree in gerontology and nonprofit management. Dan still loves to have those barbershop conversations but now has the chance to offer more than just new hairstyles.
Dan believes that all people should be treated equal, especially seniors. He remains dedicated to serving others, taking the culmination of his education and industry experience to provide the best resources possible at the Senior Resource Center at Sharp Grossmont Hospital.
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Today joining us is Dr. Crisamar Anunciado, board certified by the Association of Diabetes Care and Education. She shares her expertise in her field, as well as gives tips on how to naturally boost the immune system and reduce chronic inflammation. Dr. Anunciado addresses some chronic inflammation and common root causes and discusses symptoms management, as well. We will focus on the two main types of inflammation: acute versus chronic. Lastly, we touch base on how chronic inflammation affected those exposed to Covid-19.
Dr. Crisamar Anunciado, Ph.D., FNP-BC, BC-ADMDr. Crisamar Anuciado currently works as a nurse practitioner at Sharp Chula Vista. She holds a Ph.D. in Nursing, Master’s of Science as a Family Nurse Practitioner, and is board certified in Advanced Diabetes Management by the Association of Diabetes Care and Education. Dr. Anuciado is a faculty lecturer at the University of San Diego and Senior Medical Science Liaison for AstraZeneca. She is CEO and Founder of Critical Essentials, an information blog about health, education, and more.
Psychological resilience is important for you and your loved ones. On the Healthcare Corner we encourage our listeners to be proactive. How are some people more resilient than others and why? What is open-mindedness versus closed-mindedness? How do we understand how to track and trend people who struggle with resilience and addiction? Find out today how to find help holistically with Open Mind Health to help address mind, body, and spirit.
Our Special Guests:
Craig Beach, M.D., M.Sc., D.A.B.P.N.
CEO & Chief Medical Officer of Open Mind Health
Dr. Craig Beach is a board-certified general and forensic psychiatrist, forensic expert, health systems consultant, educator, and healthcare administrator. His depth of experience is enriched by his having trained and worked in Canada, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
Clinically, Dr. Beach has fifteen years’ experience providing psychotherapy, medication management, diagnostic assessments, holistic mental health care, and innovative treatment strategies to people of all ages who are experiencing difficulties ranging from depression and anxiety to trauma and psychosis to relationship and personality challenges and substance use. Dr. Beach is highly experienced in mental health systems/evidence-based models of care, complexity (e.g., severe and persistent mental illness, complex PTSD), and safety/risk (e.g., suicide/self-harm, threats/violence).
As a forensic expert, he specializes in risk assessment and risk management, including in civil and criminal forensic mental health evaluations. Dr. Beach offers educational seminars and workshops locally, nationally, and internationally and he has multiple peer-reviewed publications in his field. Dr. Beach is available for in-person consultations and treatment, but much of his practice currently is done virtually via secure telehealth, which has become particularly essential since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Stephanie Bio:
Stephanie Robinson, Open Mind Health,
Chief of Quality and Client Experience, MACP RSW
Psychotherapist and Life/Executive Coach
Stephanie is Open Mind Health's Chief of Quality and Client Experience and a Psychotherapist and life/executive coach with 20 years of experience treating individuals, families, and groups with mental health challenges such as trauma, addiction, helplessness, frustration, loss, guilt and compassion fatigue, and relationship issues.
She provides executive coaching/mentoring, life coaching, team implementation/team building and clinical supervision for individuals, leaders and teams having 10 years of experience in business administration and leadership (public and private sectors).
She has a passion for working with diverse populations and a particular interest in neuro-diversity. Her style is kind and validating while being skilled at getting to the root cause of issues and creatively building empowering plans toward continuous improvement. She is frequently described as a mentor who holds your hand while she kicks your ass!
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- Mental Reality with Dr. Beach Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/...d150111215
Is joint pain something you or your loved ones live with every day? Listen to today's episode about when to seek help for your care. When is the right time to see an orthopedic surgeon? Is surgery the best option? Are there alternatives to joint replacement surgery? Joining us today is Dr. Stephen Derringinton, As a doctor of osteopathic medicine, he understands the connection between structure and function and devises holistic treatment plans to help the body heal itself. Tune in now to learn how you may be able to prevent joint surgery with Dr. Derrington’s techniques.
Dr. Stephen DerringtonDr. Stephen Derrington is the owner and CEO of Derrington Orthopedics- Interventional Sports and Spine. Dr. Derrington uses Interventional Orthobiologics to treat spine and peripheral joint conditions throughout the body. As a doctor of osteopathic medicine, he understands the connection between structure and function and devises holistic treatment plans to help the body heal itself.
Dr. Derrington continued his regenerative medical training with Regenexx and the Interventional Orthobiologic Foundation and continues to educate fellow physicians as an expert instructor for the Interventional Orthobiologic Foundation.
Dr. Derrington has published papers and textbook chapters on interventional orthobiologic treatments, spine procedures, tendon disorders, and ultrasound-guided injection techniques.
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Many individuals are convinced of the value of natural, alternative medicine. They feel they can accomplish something in the first appointment. For many there is a willingness to spend money on this type of care. In our culture it is common that people who know that something is wrong with their bodies want an immediate solution. Those suffering with back pain, for example, might be concerned a traditional doctor would recommend to them to apply warm compresses at home or refer them to a physical therapist, or to have other procedures performed. On the other hand, others would prefer to consult with a traditional physician. Both types of care can be beneficial. Another consideration when choosing medical care is copays. People are seemingly reluctant to invest in copays for all types of medicine, and this concern affects choices. There is room for both alternative and traditional medicine in your healthcare routine. Listen today to learn what your options are for both traditional medicine and different types of alternative medicine.
Have you thought about your end-of-life decisions? Advance directives are an important part of healthcare. An advance directive helps loved ones and medical personnel make important decisions during a crisis. Are you able to do that to spare your loved ones the grief of deciding for you? Join us to learn more about advance directive options and the impact they can have in a difficult situation.
Healthcare—it is expensive to go to the doctor, and you have to pay either out of pocket or have a copay. Medical treatments are not economically friendly in the healthcare system. Wellness has been put in place to help you stay healthy, and it is a proactive solution to help cut out bad habits or behaviors. Should wellness programs come from your doctor? Where can you find a wellness program to help prolong your life? Listen today to find out why both are equally important and the cost of each system.
If you are really living you should hurt a little bit with aches and pains, but what if it is more than that? Unfortunately, we all know someone or maybe you may be suffering from chronic pain. Today, Dr. Tania Faruque, Medical Director of Palomar Spine and Pain, joins us in the conversation on pain management. We will talk about what exactly pain management is, who needs pain management, and how to recognize when you may need management.
Dr. Tania Faruque, M.D.
Medical Director Palomar Spine and PainTania Faruque, MD, is the Medical Director of Palomar Spine & Pain. She is a double board certified interventional pain management specialist and anesthesiologist. Dr. Faruque has extensive training and experience using a multidisciplinary approach in the treatment of chronic pain. Her journey into pain medicine started with residency training at the world-renowned Cleveland Clinic, where she worked with patients in the Chronic Pain Rehabilitation Program. The highly recognized multidisciplinary Chronic Pain Rehabilitation Program treats the most complex chronic pain patients using a biopsychosocial framework. Dr. Faruque learned how to treat patients effectively to help recover their function and avoid invasive treatments. Dr. Faruque broke barriers by becoming the first female and only pain management fellow at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. Being one of the few female pain physicians in San Diego county, she is a powerful advocate for women’s health. Dr. Faruque holds the distinction of being appointed physician leader of a comprehensive pain program. The program treated chronic pain patients with interventional management, physical therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and biofeedback/relaxation training. Other innovative treatments used were assertiveness training, expressive writing, mindfulness, and relapse prevention. Dr. Faruque believes her most important role is being a patient’s advocate. Through assessment and careful diagnoses, she provides the physical, emotional, and social interventions needed to achieve optimum total health. Dr. Faruque combines a multimodal treatment plan using evidence-based treatments, rehabilitative approaches, and interventional pain procedures including spinal injections, joint injections, neuromodulation therapies, and regenerative medicine procedures. Dr. Faruque grew up in the Midwest. She completed her training in Los Angeles and decided to settle down in Southern California after meeting her husband. Her hobbies include cross country road trips, treasure hunting, playing violin, fiction writing, and sports like tennis and boxing. Dr. Faruque’s philosophy is “I tailor my approach to each patient individually and we can come up with a plan together on how best to treat the mind and body.”
This is not the first time at the Healthcare Corner we have discussed sleep. Did you know sleep is the number one determinant of health! We are committed to optimizing our health, and we hope to help you do the same. Do you ever feel sleepy, seem irritable, experience inability to maintain weight, lack libido, or lose hair? Come learn how these problems are most likely related to sleep deficiencies. Tune in to find out how you can improve your sleep quality.
Transportation is a hot topic on the Healthcare Corner. We are privileged to have our co-host Ed Najera, a transport specialist, take us into a deeper understanding of the need for medical transportation and the costs associated with it. Does insurance cover transportation? Yes, to some degree insurance covers medical transportation; but healthcare providers do not get more money for transport. Usually the funding is already included in the payment they receive for caring for a Medicare member. Have you ever asked yourself in a medical situation, “Do I need medical transportation?” Join the conversation today to learn how to prepare and then utilize medical transportation.
Join us for a conversation about home care and the importance of extra support you or your loved one may need. Today we have brought in home care specialist Cassia Yi, APRN, MSN, CCRN, CNS, and owner of Senior Helpers, as well as Randy Bartosh, head of research for PBHS, offering Life Profile, an assessment for hospital-to-home transition. Learn how to improve you or your loved one’s quality of life, reduce hospitalization risk, and support successful aging at home.
Cassia Yi, APRN, CNS, MSN, CCRN, CNS
Caregiver Mentor/Owner Senior Helpers
Cassia received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 2005 from Hawaii Pacific University. She moved to San Diego in 2007 to work as an ICU nurse at UC San Diego Health. In 2013 she received her Master of Science in Nursing at Point Loma Nazarene University, becoming a board-certified Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) soon after.
Her CNS credentials highlight an expertise in nursing mentorship, research, education, and consultation. Some of Cassia’s proudest accomplishments at UC San Diego Health include: Founding or chairing the Palliative Care Committee, serving on the Advanced Care Planning Committee and Pain Management Committee, being a Bio-Medical Ethics consultant, and receiving the 2019 Advanced Practice Nurse of the Year award.
Cassia and Jesse have two beautiful children whom they enjoy raising in the San Diego sun!
Randy Bartosh
Head of Research PBHS
Randy is the head of research for PBHS (Performance Based Healthcare Solutions), which he founded in 1999. Over the course of the last twenty years, Randy has led applied research collaboratives with 280 care organizations involving over 75,000 patients. The research has been focused on categorizing and quantifying the outcomes patients want and need to achieve in order to be successful. He is also a board member of the RIGHTCARE foundation, which is using advanced methodology for community-based paramedicine programs with fire departments and senior ministry efforts around the country.
We most likely have self-medicated at some point in our life, but at what point do we know when to seek help from a medical professional? How do we know the medication we are taking is actually safe? Self-medication refers to the attempt to deal with pain (physical or emotional), depression, or intense emotion with drugs and other substances without the direction of a doctor. Why is it so important to know if self-medicating is safe or not? Listen today and find out now!
Today we tune in with the Healthcare Corner on medical transportation. Ed is a general manager of an ambulance company and shares his expertise in medical transportation. Transportation and healthcare go hand in hand, offering hospital transfers, transporting people from skilled nursing facilities to the doctor’s office, taking individuals from home to the hospital, and more. How can you set up medical transportation needed for yourself or a loved one? It may be more difficult than you think. Listen today to learn the ins and outs of the medical transportation industry.
Allergies and infections both affect our immune systems. If you have allergies, does that mean you have a weak immune system? Can allergies lead to a flu or a cold? Listen today and learn to manage and even help prevent the hay fever that comes around every year or how to lessen the reaction to an environmental allergy.
Purpose is something with which Dr. Castillo used to struggle. When people start aging, they start to realize that the end is near; and they wonder why they are here. Are you living your life’s purpose? Your purpose is easy to define. It may not be easy to accomplish it, however. Learn how to find your purpose and positively influence the people and environment around each of us.
Commitment is one of the values that underpin strong and mutually beneficial relationships. People who value commitments are highly skilled in managing relationships, especially in the areas of increasing interpersonal effectiveness, practicing conflict management, building bonds and trust, and utilizing teamwork and collaboration. By the end of this episode, we will all have a clear understanding of why we should make commitments and how that process enriche s our lives!
Here on the Healthcare Corner up until now we have focused on proactive prevention and treatment of disease, but there comes a time when most chronic conditions reach a point when the quality of life really starts to decline. At that time in everyone's life, the best way to help is to minimize pain and suffering, maximize quality, and forgo trying to prolong life. What we are talking about today is a benefit most of us have available, but few use to their advantage. Even those who eventually decide to accept the service usually get involved with hospice too late to really make a big difference in the quality of life that should be a part of the end of every life. Joining us today is Justine, a registered nurse, who has been a hospice nurse for many years.
Justine Shigley
Justine has been a hospice nurse for seven years. She decided to practice in hospice because she unfortunately lost a loved one tragically and quickly and never had that “goodbye” experience. Allowing patients not to suffer and enabling families to have the extra time and support is very near and dear to her heart.
What are the most common symptoms of diabetes? What types of diabetes are you at risk to have? If diagnosed, what is the best diabetes management? Find out today as Gavin, Ed, and Dr. Castillo dive into symptoms, the different types, and the management of diabetes.
Medical tourism is a process of leaving your home country in order to have treatment in another country. It is appealing for a wide variety of reasons, ranging from the cost of surgery at home to being immigrants who prefer to have surgery in their country of origin.
But what is the catch? Why does medical tourism seem so foreign? Find out and listen to our special guest Dr. Andres Smith, Medical Director of Emergency Services at Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Medical Director of Global Patient Services for Sharp HealthCare, and President of La Cruz Roja (Red Cross) in Tijuana.
We will focus on all things telehealth. What is telehealth? Why is it important for you to know about telehealth? What type of telehealth options can benefit you? Why does your doctor want to use telehealth? What is the cost associated with telehealth, and who covers it?
Our special guest is CEO of Alert Ease, Sean Chapman. He is a friend and business partner with whom we are working on a couple of projects. Sean’s company, Alert Ease, has created a platform for telehealth, remote patient monitoring, and mental well-being that allows physicians and doctor groups to remotely track vitals of their patients.
Join us for our conversation on Atrial Fibrillation (AFib or AF) featuring our special guest Dr. Gil Ungab. AFib is a serious diagnosis. While this condition isn't fatal in itself, it can lead to potentially life-threatening complications. Two of the most common complications of AFib are stroke and heart failure, both of which can be fatal if not managed quickly and effectively.
Dr. Gil UngabDr. Gilanthony Ungab, M.D., is a cardiology specialist in National City, California, and has over 27 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from the University of California, San Diego, School of Medicine, in 1994. He is a private practice Cardiac Electrophysiologist and former Medical Director of Cardiac Electrophysiology at Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center in San Diego, California. He served as a member on research and development committees at Boston Scientific, St. Jude, and Biotronik.
For the first time in our history our country allowed “medicine” to dictate monetary policy by mandating a lockdown and pushing us into a depression or at least exacerbating it.
Why did the lockdown fail? How, if at all, was it successful? When are we in the clear? What does it mean to us, the common person, and our healthcare accessibility and cost? What does that mean for us as individuals and as healthcare consumers? What are the long-term ramifications of this pandemic and its impact on medicine and healthcare? Listen today as we discuss the pros and cons of the pandemic and healthcare spending.
Vitamin D deficiency has been getting a lot of attention lately. So is there any substance to the claim that Vitamin D deficiency is directly responsible for our immune system being susceptible to COVID and any other of the multitudes of infectious agents we come in contact with daily? Join us for the conversation as we discuss all things Vitamin D.
In today’s environment anxiety and depression seem to be very prominent, but could you also have metabolic disorders that mimic these disorders? If so, how can you tell; and what can you do to treat them? In this episode we talk with Dr. Gerry Hurowitz and answer these questions and more.
Dr. Gerry Hurowitz, M.D., Medical Director at M3 Information
Dr. Hurowitz is an Assistant Clinical Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at Columbia University and is also a practicing psychiatrist. Dr. Hurowitz co-authored the chapter Psychopharmacology and Electro-convulsive Therapy in the American Psychiatric Press Textbook in Psychiatry (2nd edition) and is the author of several articles dealing with psychopharmacology and neuropsychiatry. Since 1992 he has been co-director of the Clinical Neuropsychiatry Course for 4th year residents in Columbia University’s psychiatric residency.
How do we age? What is the difference between biological and chronological aging? Join the conversation, and learn how freeing up time and energy gives you the ability to regenerate your body and reverse your age.
In this episode we talk about committing to the best version of yourself. What is dopamine? How does the “happy hormone,” help us fight discouragement and allow us to have a positive emotional surge? Join the conversation and find out why making a daily commitment can lead to successful and positive results.
It’s time to reflect on the year. We are so very grateful for the support from our listeners and our sponsors. In this episode, we will revisit some of the most popular topics.
As we age, our risk for a variety of eye problems increases. Routine screenings can help detect a small problem before it becomes a big one. An annual vision exam can also help identify the presence of other health problems, such as diabetes and high blood pressure.
This week we start off our episode by giving you the latest updates on COVID-19. We also discuss really exciting updates from Medicare about Remote Patient Monitoring and what that means for you.
Stress is a feeling of emotional or physical tension. Emotions can be heavy this holiday season and we are going to talk about how to best cope with stress.
Diets and body types are different in all people. How often should we exercise? Is a keto diet right for everyone of every age? Find answers to these questions and more on this episode.
The healthcare corner celebrates 10 episodes. This show we talk about all things healthcare and here we answer your questions. Thank you to everyone who has supported us thus far and we hope you continue to share your healthcare questions.
Today we will discuss why it is always so busy at your doctor’s office. We will also explain what an EOB, explanation of benefits, is and talk about insurances and coverages.
Our Special Guest:
Wendy Samuels, an employee of AIE Medical Management, is their lead for compliance and coding. Her experience has prepared her to be able to talk about the nuances of Medicare billing and why it matters to not only doctors but to their patients, as well. The money involved comprises a $4 trillion portion of the GDP, so knowing how to bill and what to bill is very important.
Do you know the differences in Medicare? Who qualifies for what? Medicare A or B? How do HMOs profit? Come, join Healthcare Corner as we discuss all things Medicare.
Today Dr. Paul Romero, MD from Coastal Mobile X-Ray joins us and we discuss the importance of X-ray technology and why it is crucial to healthcare and other industries. As we all know, an X-ray will find a broken bone; but listen to find out how it can detect cancer, support surgery preparations, and much more.
In this episode the Healthcare Corner talks about biocidal surfaces and how we can actively use technology to reenter socially essential spaces. Joining us is Ken Trinder, CEO of ĒOS, and Jamie Miller, founder of Alfabet, as we discuss other aspects of infection control and prevention.
Ken Trinder, President and CEO of ĒOS.
A graduate of Franklin and Marshall College and Wake Forest School of Law, Mr. Trinder is a licensed attorney in Virginia and practiced law until 1998 when he purchased Trindco, a small countertop fabrication business in Suffolk, Virginia. Through acquisition and sales growth the company grew to sales of over $6 million by 2005. In 2005 Mr. Trinder sold Trindco and started ĒOS Surfaces, LLC. He believed that if a solid surface could be the same thickness as a slab of natural or engineered stone, then it would not need an edge build up or as much labor to create a finished countertop. The product he developed, ĒOS, was largely recognized as the most innovative product the industry has seen in several years and subsequently received the “Innovation Award” from his peers within the industry. Since the development of the initial product, ĒOS, the company has, under Mr. Trinder’s leadership, developed a “green” countertop, GĒOS, using recycled crushed glass and most recently ĒOScu, the first anti-microbial solid surface to receive EPA registration, thus allowing the company to make public health claims. He lives in Norfolk, Virginia, with his family.Jamie Miller, Founder of Alfabet
Jamie is an architect turned entrepreneur whose core values center around community, design, and health and wellness. He founded Union Cowork in 2012, a California brand that now has 7 locations throughout the state. With over 1,000 members from all over the world, Union is an established company within the new real estate typology of coworking. Jamie has built a number of other companies, including Alfabet Furniture, a business that provides contemporary solutions for office environments of all kinds. The company has now partnered with ĒOS Surfaces to offer self-sanitizing furniture and surfaces for application in a number of building use types. Although he grew up in Canada, Jamie currently lives with his son, Maxwell, and their dog, Lulu, in Southern California.
In today’s show we will cover what is sleep and why it is so important to your health, what are the four stages of sleep, how much sleep do we actually need, and are sleep chronotypes a real thing and how to use that information to our advantage. You’ll also learn what you can do today to improve sleep performance and efficiency.
In this week's episode we will continue our conversation about Alzheimer’s Disease and options for care. We will be focusing more on caregiver solutions:
- Alzheimer’s Disease and what family caregivers need to know
- Differences in Dementia and what that means to you
- Caregivers taking a break and taking care of themselves
- There is hope
In this episode we address the issue of Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias, “ADRD,” and how to approach it. Dr. Guillermo Castillo will explain the various types of various Dementias and options for our seniors and their loved ones.
Senior Living expert, Rajni Kharbanda, Executive Director at Coronado Retirement Village, joins the Healthcare Corner in discussing tips and valuable resources that are available to those searching for Independent Living, Assisted Living, or a Memory Care community.
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