Recommended Daily Dose: Recent Episodes
Dr. Clenton Coleman & Dr. Suraj Saggar
This isn't your average health podcast. It's medical expertise mixed in with humor and down-to-earth perspectives from doctors Clenton Coleman and Suraj Saggar. They're two physicians with a unique spin on what's making headlines in healthcare.
Today, we're thrilled to have Board Certified Cardiologist and Director of Echocardiography and Cardiac Rehabilitation at Holy Name Hospital, Dr. David Wild with us. We'll be discussing the best practices for screening for heart disease, the role of doctors on social media, and debunking common heart myths. Stay tuned for an enlightening conversation that will help you take better care of your heart!
@dr.sheilagh.m is a dual certified Dermatologist and Pediatric Dermatologist as well as the co-founder of Stryke Club, a personal care brand made just for boys. We discuss skin care for teens and unbelievable skin care myths.
https://strykeclub.com/
On the latest episode we talk with Shani Bocian, founder and CEO of Allermi. Her company aims to improve the lives of chronic and seasonal allergy sufferers with personalized prescription nasal sprays that provide effective, long-lasting relief.
https://www.allermi.com
allermi #allergy #allergies #rhinitis #flu #rsv
We are back talking to our good friend, Dr. Alison Kole, Board Certified Sleep Medicine specialist and chronic insomniac turned sleep biohacker, who is on a mission to empower her listeners to improve their sleep naturally. We discuss her journey into Sleep Medicine, the importance of sleep in optimizing overall health and her Podcast, "Sleep Is My Waking Passion."
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Meet Dr. Jonathan Baktari, triple Board Certified physician and Founder of e7 Health, a company that leverages technology to offer innovative medical care while providing cost savings for their patients and clients. We talk about the lessons learned from COVID-19 and how to better prepare for the next pandemic. We also discuss why AI and digital health are the future of healthcare. Check out his podcast BaktariMD
https://jonathanbaktarimd.com/
We had the pleasure of talking with Dr. Phil Wagner, CEO & Founder of Sparta Science. Sparta Science is a Movement Health Intelligence company that applies modern data science techniques and health technology to help better understand and improve the overall health & well-being of patients. We dive deep into AI, Biomechanics, Health Tech and Injury Prevention.
https://spartascience.com/
This episode we speak with Dr. Jay Shah, Cardiologist and Chief Medical Officer of Aktiia. We dive deep into the evolving technology around hypertension and how his company and their new device empowers providers and patients to greatly improve the diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment of hypertension.
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We had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Amy Beckley, Women's Health expert and founder and CEO of Proov. Proov is the first and only FDA-cleared rapid test to confirm ovulation at home. We discuss her personal struggles with fertility and why education and empowerment is vital for a healthy pregnancy.
https://proovtest.com/
From HIV to COVID 19. We speak with Ellen Matzer and Valery Hughes, Authors of “Nurses On The Inside: Stories Of The HIV/AIDS Epidemic In NYC” and “Beyond the Mask” about the similarities of the AIDS epidemic in NY and the COVID pandemic.
“Nurses On The Inside: Stories Of The HIV/AIDS Epidemic In NYC” details the stories of two nurses who witnessed the frontline of the early years of the HIV/AIDS epidemic. Their latest book, “Beyond the Mask” is a fictional psychological chronicle of six health care workers in a callous city hospital system.
https://www.facebook.com/Nursesontheinside.AIDS/
Dr. Saggar gives us the rundown on what the Monkey Pox is, the symptoms, how it's spread, and how to treat it.
Dr. Coleman attempts to rename it "2Pox" 🤷🏽♂️
We had the pleasure speaking with Estelle Giraud, a Population Genetics Scientist turned leader in biotech and frontier medicine. She is the Co-Founder and CEO of Trellis Health who's mission is to build smart, comprehensive health records, focusing on pregnant patients and their families. This is an amazing conversation about all things Health Tech, Health Information and Privacy.
http://twitter.com/estellejgiraud
https://www.jointrellishealth.com/
A new way to look at Health and Wellness. We speak with Myladys Traina @wellnesslens who has developed and managed several top Wellness Programs about the best way to approach to health and nutrition. She also gives her insight on the problems with the current state of nutrition, food trends and fad diets.
It's Team "Meat" vs The "Woke Vegan" mob.
We speak with Joanne Ozug, Host of The Road to Carnivore podcast. She is a self-proclaimed "Meat evangelist debunking the plant-based health narrative." We discuss the benefits of an all meat diet as well as the potential problems with plant based nutrition.
https://theroadtocarnivore.com
We speak with the incomparable Dr. Laura Purdy who is a board certified family medicine physician and an expert in virtual health. She is co-founder of two telehealth companies including MD Integrations. We discuss the amazing innovations in telehealth and how it has impacted healthcare today.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-purdy-md
https://mdintegrations.com/
We speak with Trauma ICU nurse turned burnout reduction specialist Logan Trudell about how he provides support and resources to healthcare professionals who are currently experiencing compassion fatigue and burnout.
Dr. Suraj answers all the tough questions about the Omicron variant. Is this the worse variant yet? How are the vaccines holding up? Is this the light at the end of the tunnel? And the most important question.... Who has more "Top Doc" Awards?
This is our best episode to date!!
We speak with the incomparable Dr. Mati Hlatshwayo Davis, Director of Health of the City of St Louis and Infectious Diseases Specialist. We discuss her journey into medicine and how she became the Public Health Warrior that she is today.
We also talk about the new Malaria Vaccine, Race and Gender Disparities in Healthcare and the right way to get the word out about COVID vaccination.
https://www.instagram.com/matizim
We have the pleasure speaking with Sabrina Runbeck, former Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant and now International Peak Performance Speaker and Host of the Powerful and Passionate Healthcare Professionals Podcast. She is also an International Bestselling Author of the book, “Asian Women Who BossUp”. We discuss her journey into medicine and the transition into helping health professionals with burnout.
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We include Dr. Basil Kahwash , board-certified allergist/immunologist and assistant professor of medicine at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee in our discussion about whether natural immunity is better than vaccine-mediated immunity. The debate gets heated...
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We discuss getting our covid vaccine boosters, Dave Matthew's Band, who's got more rhythm and much more
We are joined by Dr. Asante Dickson, Radiologist, Keynote Speaker and Medical Educational Coach at Ascension Medical Educators. He is also a longtime advocate for social justice in healthcare and education.
We discuss his journey into medicine and his important work with medical education as Co-Founder and President of Ascension Medical Educators.
https://www.instagram.com/asante_ascenmed
We speak with Dr. Basil Kahwash , board-certified allergist/immunologist and assistant professor of medicine at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee about his unique perspective on COVID as an Immunologist as well as his thoughts on Doctors on social media.
www.instagram.com/bazzleme
We had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Asher C. Goldstein, Board-Certified Pain Management Physician and the Chief of Pain Medicine at Holy Name Medical Center.
We discuss the Opioid Epidemic, new alternatives to pain management and his secret weapon that will change the way we treat pain in the future.
https://www.pain-recovery.com/
We are joined by Dr. Saray Stancic, a board-certified physician with expertise in Internal Medicine, Infectious Diseases and Lifestyle Medicine. We discuss her new book, “What’s Missing From Medicine: Six Lifestyle Changes to Overcome Chronic Illness,” which offers a roadmap for optimizing all aspects of lifestyle to support personal health goals, longevity and improved quality of life. She is also the producer of Code Blue, a feature length documentary that reveals insufficiencies in the current state of medicine. Last but not least, we discuss her first-hand experience as a Multiple Sclerosis patient and how she reversed her illness with lifestyle medicine.
https://drstancic.com/
https://www.instagram.com/drstancic
https://www.codebluedoc.com
This episode we speak with Dr. Peter DeNoble, Board-Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon and CEO of Modern Orthopaedics of NJ. He is the founder and past-president of the New Jersey Doctor-Patient Alliance, a group that advocates for patient access to care in New Jersey.
We get his perspective on Doctors in social media (check out his TikTok hand surgery videos) and his thoughts on Social Activism and Racism in Medicine.
https://modernorthonj.com/
https://www.instagram.com/modernorthonj/
https://www.instagram.com/peterdenoblemd/
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We had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Jonathan M. Dominguez, a Family Physician and owner of Domi Healthcare, whose motto is "Your Health. Your Family. Your Home."
We discuss growing up in Hudson county and what it's like giving back to the community.
Dr. Jonathan Domniguez
www.domihealthcare.com/
https://www.instagram.com/domihealthcare/
We dive into all things gender and race inequality with Claire Obryanhost of DabbleCo, a podcast about health, wellness and beauty.
www.dabble-co.com
What happened with the Johnson & Johnson Vaccine.
@surajsaggar explains it all
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"The Children are Our Future" - Randy Watson aka Joe the Policeman
We had the pleasure of talking to Rhona and Teji Vega, co-founders of Parent Matterz, about their amazing program that EMPOWERS parents through educational tools and resources to prepare their children for the future. We discuss how Parent Matterz helps parents find their child's passion, build their network and boost their self-confidence.
If you have kids, like kids or was once a kid, this is a must listen...
https://parentmatterz.com
On today's Episode we have a LIFE-CHANGING conversation with Jamal Früster, life coach, chiropractor and advocate for healthcare providers. He speaks to us about how he helps doctors and nurses prevent burnout and shift back into living powerfully.
http://jamalfruster.com
https://www.instagram.com/drjamalfruster
This is a must listen for those dealing with #Quarantine15. We talk with Coach Lee Agbohlah, online Fitness Coach And Certified Personal Trainer, about how to stay fit during the pandemic, what’s the difference between “training” and “coaching” and what’s the #1 key (ie secret sauce) to keeping the weight off.
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We discuss our experience getting vaccinated. Dr. Saggar goes into a brief but long history of vaccines and we discuss the safety of the new vaccine as well as the good and bad of getting vaccinated.
We speak with Cameron and Patrick, Pharmacists and Hosts of the wildly popular podcast, Men's Health Unscripted, about WHY Men don’t go to the doctor and HOW to empower Men to improve their health.
We also get the Pharmacists perspective on the COVID19 vaccine, it’s development and how well it works.
https://www.instagram.com/menshealthunscripted
This is a powerful episode. We speak with Dr. Philippe Douyon, author of Neuroplasicity: Your Brain’s Superpower, and founder of The Inle BrainFit Institute, about how complex the brain is and how his program can help you deal with mental and physical struggles and to help you evolve and improve the quality of your life.
www.inlebrainfitinstitute.com
https://www.facebook.com/PhilippeDouyonMD
https://www.instagram.com/philippe.md/
We speak with Karla Salinari, the Latina Health Coach, about how to use food as medicine and to EAT with a PURPOSE.
IG: @thelatinahealthcoach
Website: www.karlasalinari.com/
Facebook: TheLatinaHealthCoach
We speak with Dr. Ambreen Mohamed, Cardiologist and host of Heart 2 Heart, about what it's like being a ground-breaking Woman in Medicine and tackling the social and cultural issues of today.
IG: @drambreenmohamed
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We talk with Dr. Adam Jarrett, Chief Medical Officer and Author of "In the Time of COVID", about what it truly was like on the frontlines at Holy Name Medical Center.
"In the Time of Covid highlights the innovation, creativity and help from unexpected people and places that allowed the hospital to secure PPE and equipment, completely redesign the hospital, handle the growing number of dead, and treat what seemed like unending waves of new Covid-19 patients."
Available now on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Time-Covid-Hospitals-Struggles-Triumphs-ebook/dp/B08NPJGMXD
Our Infectious Disease Expert, Dr. Suraj Saggar, updates us on the new COVID vaccine and dispels some common myths about what it is and if it is safe.
Does the Vaccine contain live virus??
Is Vaccine Safe??
Should I get the Vaccine??
If I get the vaccine, can I still transmit the virus??
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We talk with Dr. Ian Smith, Host of the Emmy Award-winning Television Show, THE DOCTORS AND New York Times Best Selling Author about the current state of health and how we can teach our patients to eat better and live longer.
https://www.thedoctorstv.com/doctors/ian-smith
https://doctoriansmith.com/
The Docs have the pleasure to talk with Stephanie B @thesuperfoodgoddess, a health and wellness coach whose motto is “Eat well and Feel well”. She teaches healthy plant based recipes to improve your physical as well as mental health.
We speak with Adel Wilson, Best-Selling Author, Celebrity Media Coach and Marketing Strategist on how to make it in the industry.
Special Edition: President Donald J Trump has been infected with the Coronavirus. We unpack all the recent news including how he may have gotten it and what is his prognosis.
We speak to Former NY Giant and Superbowl Champion Carl Banks about Athletes and Social Activism, How to Play Football with Social Distancing, His Fashion Career and much more...
This episode we are talking with Tevra Francis publisher of Bergen In Color, a lifestyle magazine and business directory connecting to the Diversity of Bergen County. We discuss all things social activism, COVID19 and most importantly KarensGoneWild.
Dr. Clenton Coleman and Dr. Suraj Saggar chat with Dr. Sheneen Lalani on COVID-19 updates, social justice, house music, and more.
Should doctors be just doctors? In Episode 38 of Recommended Daily Dose, Dr. Clenton Coleman and Dr. Suraj Saggar connect with Dr. Nii Darko on entrepreneurship, race, current events, and of course, COVID-19.
On this special edition podcast Coronavirus episode, our docs sit down to separate fact from fiction on all things related to COVID-19. Dr.Saggar - the expert on all things infectious disease - lets us know what we can do to stay healthy, why we shouldn't panic, and how the virus originated. Tune in for the latest information!
This week our doctors speak with cardiologist and plant-based nutrition expert, Dr. Joel Kahn. After committing to a plant-based diet himself, Dr. Kahn was inspired to look at nutritional solutions aimed at improving a person's health and well being. Tune in to learn more about how removing meat from your diet may prevent future health problems.
Dynamic duo doctors Coleman and Saggar meet their match this week as guests on Dr. Samantha Gelman and Dr. Adelynn Vadrar's podcast, The Secret Scope. Listen for the latest on the anti-vax controversy, why mental illness is just as important as any disease, and why people need to chill on this chicken sandwich craze before things take a dark turn with their health.
Tune in to this week's episode to find out how vaping - initially branded as the safe alternative to cigarettes - resulted in an uptick in lung diseases and many other life threatening health risks. Pulmonologist and vaping researcher, Dr. Farrah Kheradmand, MD, joins the docs to give us the latest on the vaping vs. cigarette controversy.
Who knew bringing together music and medicine could make such a difference in a patient's experience? On this week's episode, palliative care specialist and classically trained vocalist, Dr. Sydelle Ross, dives into how she built relationships with her patients through her talents of singing and music, especially when they needed it most.
Jaclyn Alterwein is a breast cancer survivor whose challenges during treatment inspired an advocacy journey. Now, she uses her Cycle Bar platform as a way to raise awareness about the importance of getting mammogram screenings. Tune into this week's episode to hear how Jaclyn navigated her diagnosis and made some tough decisions when it came to treatment. She also dives into the mental health aspect of a cancer diagnosis and how she's using her experience and cycling class as a way to connect with and inspire other women.
Feeling sick and tired all the time is getting old, isn't it? Doesn't it feel like there are some people who are always healthy and motivated, but you continue to feel sluggish and drowsy? It might be time to speak with an Integrative Medicine doctor. On this week's episode, our doctors speak with Holy Name's very own Integrative Medicine Director, Dr. Iris Erguder-Saman. Tune in to learn more about how integrative medicine is more than just a quick fix, but a treatment that can get to the root of your health concerns.
She's a Team USA Fencer, a fourth year medical student, and a 2020 Olympic hopeful? Talk about a triple threat! Kamali Thompson joins our doctors on this week's episode. Tune in to find out what it takes to be a fencing champion, plus pick up some time-management tips from a pro. Because if anyone is going to give that kind of advice, it's the person who is trying to be an Olympian and a doctor at the same time. En-garde, dreamers and achievers!
Many advances have been made in the diagnosis and treatment of multiple sclerosis, but questions still remain - not just for people living with the disease - but for those who encounter it in the medical community. This week, the docs talk to MS expert and author Dr. Mary Ann Picone, who addresses some common MS mysteries - like if it’s safe to get a flu vaccine, get pregnant, or maintain an active lifestyle. Dr. Picone also shares key insights from her her book MS for the Non-Neurologist, including some lesser known signs and symptoms that are often ignored.
The title of this episode says it all. And we don’t just mean literally – because the aftermath of a mosquito bite isn’t always as simple and annoying as the large, itchy bumps you’re left scratching for days. Those bites can also bring some serious and sometimes deadly threats – like malaria, for example. This week, the docs give us the (dark) history on these little winged murderers, plus some bonus info on other infectious diseases that’ll probably keep you up at night.
On this week's episode, the doctors head into NYC to talk with Fox 5 news anchor Dari Alexander. The journalist and author dishes about her book The Quick and Clean Diet and shares tips on how today's busy, always on-the-go families can still carve out time to ditch the fast food option for something healthier.Plus - she reveals the cheat food she can't live without. Hint: It's not something you can chew.
We all do it. We start to feel under the weather, then Google our symptoms and diagnose ourselves with something even more extreme than our true illness! Thanks, internet, for telling me my slight cough means I only have a few days left to live! On this week's episode, the docs do a deep dive into the top medical questions people ask the web and when you should actually panic.
Is life in plastic really fantastic? Find out on this week's episode when one of Miami's top aesthetic and functional medicine physicians - Dr. Jason Shapiro - joins the docs to talk everything med spa - from tattoo removal to scrotox...which is exactly what it sounds like.
This week on the podcast, Miss New Jersey 2019 sits down with the docs to discuss how a little bit of peer pressure led to her crowning glory this year - plus, why her post-pageant plans include scrubs and a scalpel.
Tune in to this week's podcast to hear from fitness expert, celebrity trainer, and gym founder Dave Paladino. Dave talks about his days as night club bouncer and bodyguard for The Sopranos actors...and how he took those experiences and founded Impact Zone - an athlete focused gym in Norwood, NJ. He also shares some key advice - like the best type of workout to do when you don't have a ton of time and why you should never stay in a night club after 2 AM.
How will climate change affect your health? Our docs have the answers - from spikes in new infectious diseases and the challenges the health industry will face trying to treat them. Plus, why warmer temps will also impact our food and water security. Everything you need to know is streaming on the podcast now.
This week, our real-life docs weigh in on TV doctors from your favorite medical dramas and comedies. From Doogie Howser, MD to Derek Shepherd, they're rating some of broadcast's biggest physician stars and how accurately they portrayed their specialties. Plus, we want to hear from you: let us know your favorite "fake doctors" for future episodes on this topic.
On this week's podcast, the doctors delve into the world of dentistry as they speak with Dr. Tarun Agarwal, recognized as one of the top dentists in the country. If you struggle with snoring and sleepiness, Dr. Agarwal explains why you may want to call your dentist first. Plus - learn unique insights on building a brand or a starting a business with guidance from this industry leader, who turned challenges into opportunities as he navigated an extremely competitive field.
This week the doctors are joined by NFL Super Bowl XXV champions OJ Anderson and Stephen Baker of the NY Giants. The doctors and former players discuss the life of an NFL player and life after football. The players also weigh in on player safety and the future of football.
Holy Name’s Chief Medical Officer joins the doctors on this week’s podcast! Dr. Adam Jarrett gives us the low down on how to cultivate a positive doctor-patient relationship and the future of medicine. The avid runner also shares his tips on how to stay motivated and reach your fitness goals, which will come in handy after you hear about one of his other favorite things to do: baking.
Vacation season is here! In the news there have been numerous reports of deaths of vacationers at resorts. This week the doctors discuss everything you need to know for staying healthy and safe while traveling overseas.
Summer is here and although we can’t wait to lounge in the sun, sipping on mojitos and wearing our speedos, it is important we protect our bodies during warmer temperatures. On this week’s podcast, the doctors share their tips on how to stay safe outdoors and how to keep your body in optimal health during your summer vacation!
How would you spend your last summer before going to Med School? Maybe by competing on the CBS reality show Survivor? Contestant and Rutgers University medical student, Julia Carter tells the doctors exactly how adventurous her summer had been as she battled to survive on the islands of Fiji.
Listen in on this week’s podcast where the doctor’s are joined by Holy Name’s very own registered nurse and NBC’s The Voicecontestant, Felicia Temple. Felicia tells the doctor’s her story on how she juggles being a nurse, becoming an aspiring singer, and overcoming her battle with cancer.
The doctors are joined by Marco Borges, founder of 22 Day of Nutrition and author of The Greenprint. Marco discusses with the doctors the benefits of a plant-based diet. Marco breaks down the commonly used term "clean eating", explains how most Americans are fiber deficient, how a plant based diet can improve the health of our planet, and much more.
Are you consuming a lot of sugar and processed foods? This week the doctors discuss nutrition and it's effect on our mental health.
This week Dr. Clenton Coleman and Dr. Suraj Saggar are joined by orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Jason Baynes. The doctors weigh in on everything sports from children participating in teams sports to how to prevent and treat sports injuries. Also, work related injuries are important to pay attention to and the doctors tell you why.
This week Dr. Clenton Coleman and Dr. Suraj Saggar are joined by pulmonologist Dr. Paul Han. The doctors discuss what affects getting a good nights sleep and how to improve your overall sleep health.
Does caffeine stunt your growth? Does cracking your knuckles cause arthritis? Does eating chocolate cause acne? This week the doctors weigh in on popular health myths we've all heard before. Listen in and see what health myths are true or not.
Dr. Coleman and Dr. Saggar discuss the medicinal use of marijuana. Additionally, the doctors weigh in on news stories surrounding the claims of a third patient cured of HIV.
This week the doctors discuss how South East Asians have an increased risk of cardiovascular disease. The doctors also weigh in on the impact of video games on your child's overall health.
The doctors discuss at length rising pharmaceutical drug prices and what consumers should know. The doctors also weigh in on a new study connecting push ups and cardiovascular health.
Dr. Coleman and Dr. Saggar discuss recent foodborne illness outbreaks and what the public should know. The doctors also weigh in on a recent study surrounding aspirin and it's benefits for patients.
Dr. Saggar discusses the importance of vaccines and the flu shot. There's a new study linking fried chicken consumption to premature death and Dr. Coleman gives his take on this.
Dr. Clenton Coleman and Dr. Saggar discuss Black History month and healthcare in the African-American community. On the heels of the Super Bowl they discuss football and it's health risks.