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In this eye-opening episode of "Office Visits with Dr. V", Dr. Benita Varnado tackles two of the most common yet misunderstood issues in women's health: weight gain and hot flashes. As an experienced OBGYN, Dr. V brings clarity and depth to these topics, offering insights that go beyond the usual discussions.
In this episode, you'll explore:
-The real reasons behind weight gain and hot flashes in women.
-Effective strategies to manage these symptoms.
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Shedding light on widespread myths and providing scientific explanations.
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Practical tips for everyday health management.
This episode is a treasure trove of information for anyone looking to understand these common health concerns in a new light. Whether you're experiencing these symptoms or know someone who is, Dr. V's guidance is indispensable.
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00:00 - Dr. V examines societal attitudes towards menstrual suffering and its normalization.
01:58 - Discussion about the positive aspects of menopause and its implications for women.
03:01 - Addressing common misconceptions about the effects of perimenopause.
05:02 - Dr. V discusses the lack of education regarding women's bodies and anatomy, aiming to correct common misconceptions.
10:06 - The decline in ovarian function and its impact on women's health during perimenopause.
15:37 - Discussion on sexual health and desire during perimenopause and menopause, and how it can be managed effectively.
18:00 - Emphasizing the importance of lifestyle changes in managing menopausal symptoms and preventing cardiovascular issues.
20:46 - Closing remarks
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In this eye-opening episode of "Office Visits with Dr. V", Dr. Benita Varnado tackles two of the most common yet misunderstood issues in women's health: weight gain and hot flashes. As an experienced OBGYN, Dr. V brings clarity and depth to these topics, offering insights that go beyond the usual discussions.
In this episode, you'll explore:
-The real reasons behind weight gain and hot flashes in women.
-Effective strategies to manage these symptoms.
-
Shedding light on widespread myths and providing scientific explanations.
-
Practical tips for everyday health management.
This episode is a treasure trove of information for anyone looking to understand these common health concerns in a new light. Whether you're experiencing these symptoms or know someone who is, Dr. V's guidance is indispensable.
đ Subscribe for more insightful discussions and tips on women's health:
00:00 - Opening statement
00:50 - Why i started this podcast
02:08 - New season
02:58 - I'm a lifestyle gynecologist
03:56 - Common questions I frequently hear
05:22 - Understanding this new direction
07:08 - I'm here to help
07:48 - Weight gain, hot flashes, & hormone replacement therapy
08:52 - Beware of sugar
09:23 - How dairy impacts hot flashes
10:57 - What's in store for season 3
12:20 - Other medical conditions
13:12 - Recap & closing remarks
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In this enlightening episode, Dr. V and guest expert Laurie Powers delve into the often-overlooked connection between diet and menopause symptoms, particularly hot flashes. They explore how certain foods can exacerbate these uncomfortable episodes and offer practical advice on dietary changes that can help alleviate them. Additionally, the discussion highlights the crucial role of sleep, including the impact of sleep apnea on menopause. This video is a must-watch for anyone seeking natural ways to navigate menopause with ease and comfort.
[00:00 - 00:30] Opening Segment
Laurie Powers shares a snippet of her Menopause journey.
[01:47 - 13:44] Laurie shares her Menopause story and how she got into Culinary Medicine
How covid caused Laurie to open her own practice
Laurie's method on treating Menopause patients
The marriage of Sleep & Diet to treat Menopause symptoms
[13:44 - 17:39] Managing Menopause, Painful Periods, and Mood Issues with Diet & Sleep
There are certain foods that Laurie ads to her diet such as certain healthy fats
One of the biggest issues with animal products is that they're filled with hormones.
[17:39 â 24:15] Processed Foods
You shouldn't be eating foods that have labels and you don't know what is in it
Focusing on fiber and eat as many fruits and veggies as you want
[31:04 â 50:59] Closing Segment
Laurie shares the importance of sleep for treating menopause symptoms
Most doctors do not know to test for sleep apnea
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurie-powers-pa-c-482722240/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/sleepanddietrestoration
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Sleep-Diet-Restoration-112587744801555
Website: https://www.sleepanddiet.com/
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Why do we need connections and relationships as part of leading a healthy lifestyle? In this episode of Office Visits with Dr. V. We are joined by June Dare. June Dare is an American actress originally from Lexington, NC. Growing up, she found creative outlets through theatre, music, and art, performing in local theatre productions, and choirs, and singing alongside her sisters. June went on to major in theatre at UNC Wilmington (Seahawks!), where she graduated magna cum laude. After college, June decided to pursue acting professionally and has since appeared in various film, television, and commercial works. She has also served as a co-director for local theatre productions and camps and as a drama instructor for various non-profit organizations. Outside of acting, June is a co-founder of The Welcome Table.
June Dare talks about the importance of having a community to support you on the journey and how to maintain motivation and resilience when faced with rejection. She talks about the need for connections and relationships as part of leading a healthy lifestyle, and how having people in similar circumstances offers valuable insight.
Tune in to this episode of Office Visits with Dr. V, as June Dare shares that God always has something to provide for those who follow his path!
[00:00 - 01:30] Opening Segment
- Dr. V welcomes, June Dare!
- June is an American actress and the co-founder of The Welcome Table
[01:31 - 21:38] Navigating A Risky Career Change With Support From Your Community
- Started a project called, âThe Welcome Tableâ
- Taking risks on a career thatâs not guaranteed to make money and facing rejection
- Community is extremely important for encouragement and guidance
- Surrounding yourself with people who are in the same boat, have been in that boat, and have not yet gotten to that boat is key
[21:39 - 37:59] Pursuing What Serves You And Improving Mental And Physical Health
- Having people who can tell you the truth and speak to you with love and investment
- The importance of having enthusiasm and love around you
- Maintaining an active lifestyle despite being in a transitional period
- Desperation puts people in positions of being taken advantage of and not valuing themselves
[38:00 â 48:50] Closing Segment
- June Dare shares that people regret the things they wanted to do, but never did. So, take the risk even if it doesnât work out the way you want to be!
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Tweetable Quotes
âCommunity is extremely important and I'm sure there are some actors that feel very isolated where they are especially nowadays where so much is virtual. So, even if you're a part of a virtual community, you're still physically isolated sometimes. If I were by myself trying to do this with no guidance, with no peers, with no outside encouragement, just me going at it, I don't know how long I could last. My community has been imperative.â - June Dare
âI'm on the right path in the sense that I am determined to not leave this until I know for sure. And if that means that I have to jump completely in and like put myself completely in it so that I cannot turn around one day and be like, âOh God, I wish I would have and then come to the conclusion that it's not right for me, then it is what it is.â But I don't want to stop until I can, with certainty or with not contentment, feel okay about saying, âThis isn't it for me, I gave it my absolute best shot and it's just not what I feel led to do anymore.ââ - June Dare
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Instagram: @ActorJuneDare
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Why is it important to take care of yourself and others? In this episode of Office Visits with Dr. V. She talks about the recent suicide of a friend of her husbandâs. This heart-wrenching discussion highlights the prevalence of depression and suicidal thoughts, especially among women, and reminds us to be mindful of our loved ones and check in with them even when there are no outward signs of distress.
Dr. V encourages listeners to reach out for help if they are feeling lonely, isolated, or hopeless, no matter how content they may appear on social media or in other aspects of life.
Tune in to this episode of Office Visits with Dr. V, as she reminds listeners of the 911 hotline in case of an emergency!
[00:00 - 00:25] Opening Segment
- Dr. V talks about how âLife is short and we should have our purposeâ
- We canât know who is struggling with mental health from social media
[00:26 - 06:07] Loneliness Is Life-Threatening
- Social media only shows the best of people
- Depression can lead to hopelessness and irrational thoughts of suicide
- Loneliness is life-threatening
- It is not unusual for people to commit suicide without any warning signs
- Checking in on people who came across your mind and heart is important, as you could be needed in a special capacity for someone at that time
[06:08 - 12:32] Check In On Your Loved Ones
- People may look happy on social media, but this isnât always true
- Check-in with people who are going through stressful times
- Mental health does not discriminate by age or other factors
- Make it a practice to check in with family and friends
[12:33 â 16:41] Closing Segment
- Dr. V reminds listeners to check in with their loved ones and the 911 hotline in case of emergencies!
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Tweetable Quotes
âLife is short. You have a purpose here in life and you need to get busy achieving that purpose because we don't know when we won't be here anymore.â - Dr. V
âMake it a practice to check in on your family and friends and loved ones. I'm just asking you to do this one time. One time. I don't want you to have family and friends who are in distress, but I believe you'll be surprised at the responses that you get.â - Dr. V
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Why do we need financial planning? In this episode of Office Visits with Dr. V. Dr. V welcomes Kate Galliher, RN. Kate shares her story of overcoming debt and developing a healthier lifestyle. Through her experiences as an RN, board-certified yoga and dance instructor, wellness coordinator, and lifestyle member of WW (Weight Watchers), Kat discusses how she was able to successfully manage work, family life, and her health journey while paying off over $100, 000 in debt.
Kate emphasizes the importance of stress management in lifestyle medicine, how Weight Watchers helped her to get to her goal weight and encourages others to take control of their finances and well-being for a healthier and happier life.
Tune in to this episode of Office Visits with Dr. V. Kate encourages listeners to plan financially while making decisions based on a rational perspective so they can avoid getting into debt while still being able to enjoy life!
[00:00 - 03:03] Opening Segment
- Dr. V welcomes, Kate Galliher, RN!
- Kate is a registered nurse, board-certified yoga and dance instructor, wellness coordinator, and lifestyle member of Weight Watchers
- She reflects on her story of overcoming debt and developing a healthier lifestyle
[03:04 - 29:33] Overcoming Overwhelming Debt
- She realized how much better they would have been doing if they had been living within their means
- Working extra and getting overtime to generate more income
- Cancelling streaming services and had a huge garage sale
- Using a budget app from the Ramsey network
[29:34 - 48:32] Breaking Free From The System And Gain Financial Freedom
- How she sold her house and bought a house with land on it for less
- Making purchases based on emotions is not a good plan
- Itâs important to think about the future and not just live in the present when it comes to finances
- Social media can be a form of consumerism manipulation
[48:32 â 58:52] Closing Segment
- Kate shares that itâs important to have a plan and structure in place for financial stability!
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Tweetable Quotes
âFor so many things that really require discipline, it's hard for people because it's uncomfortable. And it's not convenient and it's easy to get stuck in places because it's scary to get out of your comfort zone.â - Kate Galliher, RN
âYour energy flows, where attention goes. So, if your attention is on abundance, on health, on whatever you're trying to attract into your life more. That's what you're going to draw to you. So, focusing on the outcome as if you already have it.â - Kate Galliher, RN
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Instagram: @go2ground412
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What are actions to take to live a fulfilled life and prevent regret? In this memorial episode of Office Visits with Dr. V, Dr. V shares her journey out of burnout and how she discovered the concept of âLiving on C-â, This is when someone takes care of another person but neglects their own life in the process.
Dr. V discusses the five signs that might indicate someone is living an unfulfilled life, such as no more Christmas morning experiences, no known purpose, and no bucket list.
Tune in to this episode of Office Visits with Dr. V, Dr. V inspires listeners to how to take action to live a fulfilled life and prevent regret!
[00:00 - 00:28] Opening Segment
- Dr. V talks about, âLiving Life On C-â
- What are the five signs that you are not living a fulfilled life?
[00:29 - 11:50] Living Life On C-
- Christmas morning experiences no longer exists
- Anticipation of gifts and the magic of Santa
- Living without purpose, meaning, and joy can shorten life expectancy
- Finding your purpose and gifts to contribute to humanity
[11:51 - 20:15] Create A Bucket List To Avoid Regrets
- Creating a vision for your life
- Writing a bucket list of things, you want to do before you die
- Get a bucket list and donât live with regret
- Do the thing you are scared to do, as it is likely your true calling
[20:16 â 28:16] Closing Segment
- Dr. V shares her message of living a fulfilled life and preventing regret!
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Tweetable Quotes
âWhen you are living without purpose, without meaning, that weighs on you. And it chips away at you⌠There is value in joy and happiness and having meaning in your life.â - Dr. V
âIf you do what you love, you never work a day in your life. There are people who get up every day and are excited about going to work.â - Dr. V
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Why is it important to set boundaries and balance in your life? In this memorial episode of Office Visits with Dr. V, Dr. V interviews Dr. Zoe Stallings, a board-certified family medicine physician and owner of the MUST (Mobile Urgent Specialized Treatment) clinic in North Carolina. She discusses her journey from Jamaica to Chicago to North Carolina, and how she found the courage to start a mobile clinic in the midst of a pandemic.
Dr. Zoe Stallings talks about boundary setting and balance in her life. She shares her tips on building a supportive network and seeking out opportunities even when theyâre not immediately visible.
Tune in to this episode of Office Visits with Dr. V, Dr. Zoe shares what she learned about balancing your life and pursuing your dreams!
[00:00 - 00:25] Opening Segment
- Dr. V welcomes a special guest, Dr. Zoe Stallings!
- Dr. Zoe is a board-certified family medicine physician and owner and operator of the MUST clinic
[00:26 - 24:22] Setting Boundaries And Finding Balance
- She had an idea to start a mobile practice for people who never come in, like barbers, security guards, bouncers, and servers
- You need to do market research and find a business advisor if talent is not in the business
- Boundaries are important to be respected by people you care about
- Find your boundaries give people an idea that itâs not about them, but what you need
[24:23 - 54:19] Finding Balance Through Discernment
- When boundaries are violated by superiors in the workplace, one may feel unrest and not want to speak up for fear of jeopardizing their job
- Over-scheduling can lead to difficulty in relationships
- Incorporating family into activities is a way to spend quality time
- Itâs important to see the steps someone takes in their journey
[54:20 â 56:07] Closing Segment
- Dr. Zoe advises listeners that itâs okay to be vulnerable and put ourselves out there and network!
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Tweetable Quotes
âBy finding your boundaries it gives people an idea that it's not really even about them, it's about you and what you need.â - Dr. Zoe Stallings, MD
âMy idea of balance is when you are able to give something to the different aspects of who you are because if you give it all that work, you don't have much at home. And the fact is, when we do our surveys about anxiety and depression, we usually ask them a question: How difficult has this made things for you at home or at work or with relationships?â - Dr. Zoe Stallings, MD
Find out more about Dr. Zoe Stallings, MD:
LinkedIn: Dr. Zoe Stallings, MD
Instagram: @mustclinic
Facebook: Mobile Urgent Specialized Treatment Clinic PLLC
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In this episode of Office Visits with Dr. V, Dr. V dives into the One Income Lifestyle, a financial strategy that many individuals and couples are utilizing to achieve financial security. Dr. V shares her experiences on how this lifestyle has helped her and countless others achieve a healthy and fulfilled life without the chronic pains associated with working two jobs.
Dr. V shares her story of attending college, working hard, and balancing family life in order to set up a future for herself.
Tune in to this episode of Office Visits with Dr. V, who provides her insight into making informed decisions when it comes to parenting and achieving financial security without sacrificing joy in life!
[00:00 - 01:51] Opening Segment
- Dr. Vâs topic for discussion is, âOne Income Lifestyleâ!
- A one-income lifestyle for women of childbearing age
- Financial health and how most people can live on one income
[01:52 - 10:47] The Benefits Of A One-Income Lifestyle Household
- Dr. Vâs purpose is to help people get healthier and happier
- Sharing knowledge with younger generations
- Her segment, âAuntie Wisdomâ
- When creating a family, set it up so one person can sustain the household without you contributing
[10:48 - 16:23] How Women Create Their Own Choices And Options
- The connection between mother and child starts from a positive pregnancy test
- Women often have to go back to work after having a baby due to their lifestyle supported by two incomes
- Creating a business that can run without her so the mother can stay at home with her kids
- Having options and choices is important for women, as well as men who want to provide for their families
[16:24 â 24:00] Closing Segment
- Dr. V empowers listeners to make informed decisions when it comes to parenting and achieving financial security!
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Tweetable Quotes
âWhen you get ready to start a family, when you get married, when you commit yourself to a partner, and I'm just speaking as the woman that's bearing children, we're talking in a traditional sense. When you are creating your life, you need to set your life up such that one person, not you. But your partner can sustain the household without you contributing.â - Dr. V
âMost women don't want to go back to work. And if you have to go back to work, that makes you sad. It just does. If you got options, it's better. It's always better to have a choice. For me, as a doctor's standpoint, the longer that you can breastfeed, we are winning, your baby's winning because your baby's getting the proper nourishment.â - Dr. V
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What actionable steps can help you better take care of yourself? In this episode of Office Visits with Dr. V, Dr. V discusses with Nanyamka Joseph. Nanyamka is a functional nutrition coach helping driven, working women become the healthiest version of themselves. She shares her story of how she changed her diet to regulate issues with her body and ultimately conceive naturally. She explains how she created a system of color-coded plates at home, which has taught her children to be clean and responsible while saving money on paper plates.
Nanyamka discusses topics such as meal prepping, mindful eating, and having a nighttime routine to reduce stress and get better sleep.
Tune in to this episode of Office Visits with Dr. V, Nanyamka offers her tips on meal prepping, starting a morning routine with prayer, meditation, visualization, reading devotionals, and journaling as well as using lemon or lime juice to prevent apples from browning!
[00:00 - 01:20] Opening Segment
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Dr. V's topic for discussion is, âHow to Simplify Your Lifeâ
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Nanyamka is a functional nutrition coach, educator, and mom
[01:21 - 11:38] Simplifying Your Life
- Changing her diet to regulate her body and was able to get pregnant at 35
- The system of color-coding plates for her family to use, wash, and reuse
- Working together to keep her home clean
- Meal prep is important for her and her family
[11:39 - 20:54] Setting Aside Time For Self-Care
- Making health a priority and setting aside time for it is essential
- Meal prepping can reduce stress, save money, and ensure healthy living
- Start slow and be patient with yourself when you miss your routine
- Make yourself a priority and donât be selfish
[20:55 â 24:02] Closing Segment
- Nanyamka advises listeners to start taking care of themselves today, it will impact your life significantly for the better!
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Tweetable Quotes:
âIt's not what we do every once in a while, that changes our lives. It's what we consistently do over time that begins to lead us to the change that way.â - Nanyamka Joseph
âWe have to make ourselves a priority. And that's not selfish, which is a mindset shift for many moms, for many women. When you talk about taking care of yourself, it's a mindset shift. So, we've got to be the priority and that's okay.â - Nanyamka Joseph
Connect with Nanyamka Joseph on her: Website: Simplified Wellness
Facebook: @nanyamka_joseph
Instagram: @nanyamka_joseph
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How do you find your purpose so that you can lead a happier and healthier life? In this episode of Office Visits with Dr. V, Dr. V discusses the importance of understanding and cultivating your purpose in life. As an OBGYN and lifestyle medicine physician, she shares her story of how she found her own calling and encourages listeners to do the same. She talks about how important it is to listen to your inner thoughts and curate a life that feeds into your purpose.
Dr. V discusses topics such as the importance of taking control of your health, as well as creating a morning practice that includes meditation, reading, journaling, exercise, and visualization.
Tune in to this episode of Office Visits with Dr. V, and take time for yourself to figure out your purpose so that you can lead a happier and healthier life!
[00:00 - 01:20] Opening Segment
- Dr. V's topic for discussion is, âThe importance of understanding and cultivating your purpose in life.â
- The focus should be on finding your purpose, gifts, meaning, joy, and destiny
[01:21 - 11:38] Unlocking Your Purpose, Vision, And Meaning A Happier And Healthier Life
- A lack of fulfillment can lead to disease and mental health issues
- Finding your purpose leads to more passion, balance, and alignment in life
- Part of your dreams and desires is yours, not just societyâs expectations
- Dr. V wants to educate her patients about their bodies
[11:39 - 20:54] Discover Your Purpose In Life
- There is a void in social media for licensed medical professionals to educate people
- Stress, emotional stress, work stress, and hormonal changes dominate visits with her patients
- Finding her calling and vision to create a pipeline of resources to educate people about their health and wellness
- Clarity comes with movement and finding meaning in life which makes us healthier and happier
[20:55 â 24:02] Closing Segment
- Dr. V advises listeners to take time to figure out their purpose so that they can lead a happier and healthier life!
- Go to https://officevisitswithdrv.com and click on the coaching tab to schedule a free discovery interview
Tweetable Quotes:
âYou've got a seed in you. There's a desire. There's something that you're supposed to be doing here on this earth and you need to do it before you die and ignoring it and saying it's not possible is really impacting your health.â - Dr. V
âClarity comes with movement, purpose, vision, fulfillment, meaning in your life makes you healthier and it makes you happier.â - Dr. V
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In this episode of Office Visits with Dr. V, Dr. V welcomes Dr. Judy Brangman, MD, DipABLM. Dr. Judy is a board-certified Internal Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine physician. She obtained her Doctor of Medicine degree from Wake Forest School of Medicine and completed her Internal Medicine residency at East Carolina University/Vidant Hospital. She holds a Certificate in Plant-Based Nutrition from T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies. Dr. Judy has been plant-based for over 8 years. She discusses how she found her purpose and how it led to a healthier and happier life. She talks about the importance of finding your purpose and meaning in life, as well as how you can start curating a life that feeds into your purpose.
Dr. Judy discusses how different cultures have different beliefs about food and why lifestyle medicine should be more integrated into traditional medical practices.
Tune in to this episode of Office Visits with Dr. V, as Dr. Judy engages in an engaging discussion about obesity treatment, dieting tips, cultural differences in food habits, lifestyle medicine integration, and DPC!
[00:00 - 01:57] Opening Segment
- Dr. V welcomes Dr. Judy Brangman, MD!
- Dr. Judy is a board-certified Internal Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine physician
- What is a Lifestyle Medicine?
[01:58 - 13:17] A Multi-Modal Approach To Weight Loss
- Whole food plant-based diet eliminates processed foods, added sugars, and animal products
- Obesity is a complex medical problem that requires a multi-modal approach, not just diet or medication
- Mindset shifts are necessary to target obesity, such as reframing thoughts around food and resisting fat shaming
- Obesity is a sensitive topic and often not addressed in clinic visits
[13:18 - 32:25] Understanding The Role Of Mindset, Medication, And Nutrition
- Medications can help suppress appetite, reduce cravings, and delay the emptying of the stomach
- Eating more fat, protein, and fiber can help you feel full for longer
- Lifestyle medicine should be the way medicine is practiced, including nutrition, exercise, sleep, stress reduction, social connections, and avoiding risky substances
- Direct Primary Care (DPC) takes out the middleman and provides longer visits with more access to doctors
[32:26 â 42:00] Closing Segment
- Dr. Judy shares her knowledge about obesity treatment, dieting tips, cultural differences in food habits, lifestyle medicine integration, and DPC!
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Tweetable Quotes:
âWe know that the diet in America is an unhealthy diet that tends to be heavy and processed foods, added sugars, and animal products. So any way that you can reduce those foods that are inflammatory is going to be beneficial for your health rather than focusing on a label and thinking that, oh, I have to be vegan or I have to be fully plant-based is my approach.â - Dr. Judy
âIt takes a lot of mindset work, changing your mind about what you believe about yourself, your relationship with food, and mindful eating.â - Dr. Judy
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In this episode of Office Visits with Dr. V, Dr. V discusses the future of medicine and the importance of lifestyle choices. She explores the need for greater investment in eliminating harmful chemicals from our food, as well as the role of affordable medications and resources in helping people manage their health.
Dr. V encourages listeners to take responsibility for their own health by taking time off work, starting work later, and seeking out preventive and functional medicine specialists who can help guide us in creating healthier lifestyles.
Tune in to this episode of Office Visits with Dr. V, to learn more about how you listeners can invest in your health today!
[00:00 - 02:42] Opening Segment
- Dr. V discusses the future of medicine and the importance of lifestyle choices!
- Lifestyle medicine is a branch of medicine that focuses on preventing, managing, and reversing disease through lifestyle
[02:43 - 08:07] The Future Of Medicine Is You!
- Black community traditionally relies on healthcare and pills, but there is an emphasis on taking control of healthcare
- The future of healthcare should be the prevention and reversal of disease through lifestyle
- Technology and artificial intelligence can be used when things go wrong, but it is expensive
[08:08 - 13:32] Investigating The Impact Of Genetically Modified Food
- Americans are overweight/obese and need to take responsibility for their health
- Genetically modified foods and hormones in food are causing health issues
- Investment is needed to get these things out of our food sources
[13:33 â 26:58] Closing Segment
- Dr. V reminds listeners that the future of medicine relies on individuals taking control of their health!
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Tweetable Quotes
âYou're going to have to take care of yourself. Because the system, unfortunately, they're creating all of these technologies and medications, but they're more and more expensive.â - Dr. V
âThe future of medicine is you. I think that you're going to have to rely on you, that you're going to have to stay connected with me, seek out preventative medicine physicians, functional medicine, lifestyle medicine, and holistic medicine.â - Dr. V
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In this episode of Office Visits with Dr. V, Dr. V is joined by Lori Gicewicz, Lori shares her experience of getting up early to focus on herself without distractions, and why it is not selfish to take time for yourself even when you have kids. Learn about the trifecta of success: camaraderie, showing up to workouts, and eating better.
Lori Gicewicz delves into the benefits of weight training and how it helped Lori lose 30 pounds three months after joining a gym challenge.
Tune in to this episode of Office Visits with Dr. V, as Lori shares why itâs important to have grace for yourself and progress, not perfection!
[00:00 - 01:47] Opening Segment
- Dr. V welcomes Lori Gicewicz!
- Lori Gicewicz is a fitness enthusiast and a marketing manager
[01:48 - 09:58] Taking Care Of Yourself Is Essential For Mental And Physical Transformation
- Taking care of yourself is not selfish
- Give yourself grace as your body will never be the same but it can still be great
- Getting up early to focus on yourself without distractions
- Not comparing yourself to others on social media
[09:59 - 21:47] Aim For Progress, Not Perfection
- Losing 30 pounds through a gym challenge
- Strict diet and camaraderie helped with the transformation
- Eliminating empty carbs, white bread, alcohol, and increased green vegetables and a plant-based diet
- Weight training helped build muscle mass, strength, balance, and running speed
[21:48 â 32:52] Closing Segment
- Lori Gicewicz shares why itâs important to have grace of yourself and progress, not perfection!
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Tweetable Quotes
âProgress not perfection I am a perfectionist by nature... Weâre human beings. We're going to have bad days and it's okay, it's just going to happen.â - Lori Gicewicz
âIt's not being selfish to take care of yourself. And if you can give yourself a half hour, 20 minutes, whatever it is, to recharge yourself, to do whatever you want to do, you're going to feel rejuvenated and you're going to be able to give more of yourself.â - Lori Gicewicz
âThe trifecta is camaraderie, showing up in my workouts, and eating better.â - Dr. V
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In this episode of Office Visits with Dr. V, Dr. V is joined by Dr. Shayla Nettey, Dr. Shayla Nettey is a board-certified Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine physician. She is the co-founder of Cooking on Purpose Health, a virtual direct-care preventive and obesity medicine practice. She also serves as chief clinical strategist at a healthcare design agency in Boston.
Dr. Shayla talks about her journey of taking a break from education to spend time with family and reflect on what she wanted out of life. She speaks about how she transitioned to a plant-based diet and how it has impacted her and her daughterâs health.
Tune in to this episode of Office Visits with Dr. V, as Dr. Shayla shares about discovering oneâs purpose in medicine, transitioning to a healthy lifestyle practice, and understanding patient perspectives!
[00:00 - 05:29] Opening Segment
- Dr. V welcomes Dr. Shayla!
- Dr. Shayla is a board-certified Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine, physician
- Her journey to medicine began with reading a book about a cardiothoracic surgeon when she was 17
[05:30 - 15:4] Find Your Purpose In Medicine
- How she fell in love with Morehouse School of Medicine
- Her baby having only two chambers of the heart was visible on ultrasound, requiring multiple heart surgeries
- The journey of preparation and mental preparation to figure out the next steps
- It is difficult for doctors to choose something that would increase their babyâs quality of life
[15:45 - 36:53] Celebrating The Journey Through Plant-Based Dieting
- Mental health was very important and had to be intentional about it
- Coping mechanisms were not necessarily healthy
- Learning how to be empathetic and to treat medical professionals as if they know nothing
- Social media only shows the end result of someoneâs work, not the journey
[36:54 â 47:36] Closing Segment
- Dr. Shayla shares about discovering oneâs purpose in medicine and transitioning to a healthy lifestyle practice!
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Tweetable Quotes
âFalling in love with the process, whether it's for your physical health, whether it's for your mental health, whether it's for any type of change you want to make, don't focus so much on the result because you don't really know what the end result's going to be⌠And all of a sudden you'll look up and you'll see you may be further than you thought you would be.â - Dr. Shayla Nettey
âDon't focus so much on the result because you don't really know what the end result's going to be.â - Dr. Shayla Nettey
âI'm not saying that people intentionally put something out that's not real. But we need more people celebrating the journey.â - Dr. V
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How do we support and advocate for women in their pregnancy process? In this episode of Office Visits with Dr. V, Dr. V dives into the sensitive topic of abortion and womenâs rights. She shares her views on why doctors should not take away the choice from their patients but rather partner with them and let them make their own decisions based on the information they have.
Dr. V explores the complex issues of termination of pregnancy, such as viability and medical conditions that can lead to it, and covers topics like genetic disorders, a medication used to terminate a pregnancy, emotional consequences of making these decisions, access to safe medical procedures such as dilation and curettage (D&C), and more.
Tune in to this episode of Office Visits with Dr. V, to hear Dr. Vâs heartfelt perspective on abortion and womenâs rights!
[00:00 - 03:46] Opening Segment
- Dr. V talks about a sensitive topic which is, Abortion and Womenâs rights!
- She counsels patients about the pros and cons of abortion
[03:47 - 13:47] A Reflection Of Abortion And Womenâs Rights
- What is abortion?
- Ectopic pregnancy is a pregnancy that is outside of the uterus and is incompatible with life
- In obstetrics and gynecology, the motherâs life always comes first
- Viability is when the baby can live outside of the mom, which is around 23-24 weeks
[13:48 - 26:31] Exploring Medications Used For Miscarriage And Termination
- Some âterminationsâ are necessary to save the motherâs life
- Legislation in some states allows for terminations up to 6 weeks, 12 weeks, or 20 weeks
- The types of medicine to prevent pregnancy from continuing
- Inevitable abortion is when the woman is bleeding and the cervix has opened
[26:32 â 38:59] Closing Segment
- Dr. V shares her heartfelt perspective on Abortion and Womenâs rights!
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Tweetable Quotes
âWe always choose mom first. If it comes down to the life of the mother versus the life of that unborn child, we always pick mom... So, there are times in medicine where we have to choose, we have to make a choice, and we choose mom every time.â - Dr. V
âI always keep in mind that when someone gets a positive pregnancy test, from the very minute that they see that positive pregnancy test, especially if it's a wanted pregnancy, they have hopes and dreams for this child.â - Dr. V
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In this episode of Office Visits with Dr. V, Dr. V is joined by Brianna Wilkerson, Brianna discusses how society has an influence on our beliefs about our bodies, the importance of accountability when it comes to behavior change and sustaining a healthy lifestyle, and hot to take care of yourself while loving your body.
Tune in to this episode of Office Visits with Dr. V, as Brianna advises listeners to find simple habits to take care of themselves and simplify their life through smaller chunks of time!
[00:00 - 01:33] Opening Segment
- Dr. V welcomes Brianna Wilkerson!
- Briannaâs transition from being an accountant to helping women with food
- She grew up exposed to diets and noticed people affirming her for losing weight
[01:34 - 11:20] Simplifying Habits To Take Care Of Yourself
- She found a book that inspired her, âMy First Placeâ
- Accountability is important when it comes to behavior change and sustaining a healthy lifestyle
- Society has given us beliefs about how our bodies should look, act and form
- Recognize that your body wonât be the same after having kids or after injuries
[11:21 - 22:13] Understanding Your Body And Make Long-Term Changes
- Catch yourself and release thoughts about your body
- Acting on loving your body is important, not just thinking it
- Giving yourself permission to do things that will help you love your body more
- Focus on simple habits that are 10 minutes each to take care of yourself
[22:14 â 38:55] Closing Segment
- Brianna Wilkerson advises listeners that we need to learn how to overcome negative self-talk quicker
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Tweetable Quotes
âWellness is continuous, we should be continuously going up. It should just be like we're continuously going up the mountain.â - Brianna Wilkerson
âYou're enough right now. Who you are, what you're capable of. That doesn't mean you can't change or shouldn't change. It doesn't mean you can't learn or become better. But when you start to know your worth is not in those things, it sets you up for good success in anything.â - Brianna Wilkerson
âWe were never created to do it alone.â - Dr. V
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In this episode of Office Visits with Dr. V, Dr. V is joined by Christie Hollinger, Christie developed a passion for fitness, performing on her high school's dance team and training at her local YMCA. Upon completing a degree in Biological Sciences at North Carolina State University and a degree in Chemistry at Salem College, Christie began her career as a Chemist. However, her outgoing personality was better suited for the Sales world, and she eventually transitioned in 1995. In addition, Christie took her love of fitness to the next level, becoming a group fitness instructor at the YMCA and teaching Pilates at multiple locations in the Triad. After experiencing Pilates' health and well-being benefits, Christie trained to become a Pilates Mat Instructor in 2000.
Tune in to this episode of Office Visits with Dr. V, as we dive into the world of Pilates with Christie!
[00:00 - 01:39] Opening Segment
- Dr. V welcomes Christie Hollinger!
- Christie has been involved in fitness since her teenage years and became certified as a group fitness instructor in 1995
- She started teaching Pilates when it was little known in North Carolina and became classically trained in Arizona
[01:40 - 14:09] The Benefits Of Pilates
- She worked with hospital patients and developed equipment to help them move
- Pilates is about moving better, feeling better in your body, and improving your posture
- Pilates teaches us proper engagement of core muscles for safe and effective movement
- She works with clients to tailor workouts to their needs and abilities
[14:10 - 19:57] Improving Posture And Overall Health With Pilates
- Pilates exercises are done in a specific order, but the contemporary style may vary
- She uses body weight and is mostly flexion, but can be modified for clients with limitations
- Working with a live teacher is recommended for serious Pilates practitioners, especially with body conditions
[19:58 â 34:59] Closing Segment
- Christie Hollinger invites listeners to try Pilates because Pilates is for everyone, regardless of size, shape, or condition!
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Tweetable Quotes
âWhat made my body feel better and made me able to do those other things that I did better.â - Christie Hollinger
âPilates is for everybody; you just have to find what works for you.â - Christie Hollinger
âI love training. I love people that have dedicated some time, some sweat, and know their craft and I can feel that in a Pilates class.â - Dr. V
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In this episode of Office Visits with Dr. V, Dr. V welcomes Lynn Murphy Michalopoulos, PhD, Dr. Lynn is a Muay Thai instructor, who shares her unique approach to addressing trauma through this ancient form of martial arts. She explores its therapeutic benefits beyond traditional talk therapy and somatic therapies like yoga and mindfulness.
Dr. Lynn delves into trauma and the benefits of Muay Thai in helping women heal from past trauma and the benefits of Muay Thai in helping women heal from past trauma. It provides a sense of control and community, making individuals feel more confident and part of a supportive group.
Tune in to this episode of Office Visits with Dr. V, as Dr. Lynn hopes to inspire listeners to try out Muay Thai as a way to release stress and build community while improving your mental health!
[00:00 - 03:35] Opening Segment
- Dr. V welcomes Lynn Murphy Michalopoulos, PhD!
- Dr. Lynn shares is a trained clinical social worker and PhD in social work
- Muay Thai is a form of martial arts for physical fitness and trauma therapy
[03:36 - 09:12] Muay Thai As A Modality For Healing From Trauma And Building Community
- Muay Thai is a great workout that can also teach self-defense
- Trauma is a threat to oneâs well-being, either to life or sense of self
- The two types of traumas: interpersonal and non-interpersonal
- Muay Thai can help heal trauma through the bottom-up approach
[09:13 - 18:32] Healing Trauma and Building Confidence With Muay Thai
- Incorporating Muay Thai into oneâs life can lead to increased confidence and a sense of community
- The Muay Thai community is supportive and focused on self-improvement
- Setting goals and pushing oneself is important in the community
- The importance of finding something one loves and enjoys for overall well-being
[18:33 â 41:58] Closing Segment
- Dr. Lynn hopes to inspires listeners to try out Muay Thai as a way to release stress and build community while improving your mental health!
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Tweetable Quotes
âWorking with other women who have also experienced trauma and you're in a fun environment, you're doing something satisfying, and you know that you have something in common. I feel like it has a potential to be really powerful.â - Lynn Murphy Michalopoulos, PhD
âMaking yourself vulnerable in a healthy and safe environment, can be life changing.â - Lynn Murphy Michalopoulos, PhD
âItâs relationships, it's community that also contributes to your health⌠Maybe it is not yoga, it's not Pilates, it's not running, but I want to introduce people to other forms of physical activity that could improve their overall wellbeing.â - Dr. V
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In this episode of Office Visits with Dr. V, Dr. V welcomes Mary Ross Fowler, Mary is a registered dietician and expert in plant-based diets for autoimmune diseases. She shares her personal story of being diagnosed with lupus while in college and how changing to a plant-based diet helped her symptoms disappear. The importance of a plant-based diet in reducing inflammation and supporting the immune system is discussed, specifically avoiding processed foods and red meats. The impact of gut bacteria on the immune system is explained, which contributed to inflammation and heart disease.
Mary covers a range of topics, including her journey to plant-based eating, her diagnosis of lupus and its symptoms, and the lab work used to monitor the disease.
Tune in to this episode of Office Visits with Dr. V, as Mary recommends giving up processed foods, reducing meat consumption, and increasing intake of fruits and vegetables!
[00:00 - 04:29] Opening Segment
- Dr. V welcomes Mary Ross Fowler!
- Mary shares her personal story of being diagnosed with lupus in college
- Her mother introduced her to the plant-based diet, âEat To Liveâ by Joel Fuhrman
- How she made significant changes to her diet, eliminating sugar and alcohol, and focusing on plant-based foods
[04:30 - 26:26] The Benefits Of A Plant-Based Diet For Lupus And Autoimmune Disease
- Eliminating eating out and discovered veggie sushi as a plant-based option
- Whole foods and a plant-based diet reduces inflammation in the body and helps regulate the immune system
- The gut bacteria affect the immune system
- The controversy among nutritionist due to conflicting interests and complicated research
[26:27 - 42:04] A Deep Dive Into The Downside Of Overconsumption Of Dairy And Meat Intake
- How different food can affect your overall well being
- Highly processed foods should be avoided to reduce inflammation and autoimmune conditions
- Eating a plant-based diet can improve health and taste buds can adjust over time
- Growing your own fruits and vegetables can enhance flavor and nutrition
[42:05 â 1:00:30] Closing Segment
- Mary advises to eat full balanced meals, this should reduce the need for snacking throughout he day
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Tweetable Quotes
âThe more processed it is, the harder it is for our bodies to recognize it as food.â - Mary Ross Fowler
âIf you're eating a whole foods plant-based diet, you are feeding a certain type of gut bacteria that scientists have found will benefit your immune system.â - Mary Ross Fowler
âThere are things that are ingrained in our minds, our culture, people who love us, like our mother, father, family that have taught us things that are not helping us and are actually hurting us. And we've got to open our eyes and just start to see what the facts are.â - Dr. V
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In this episode of Office Visits with Dr. V, Dr. V welcomes Raychelle Heath, Raychelle is a former educator from South Carolina who left the US to travel and explore different cultures. She now lives in Costa Rica, where she teaches yoga and meditation. She shares her incredible journey, which started with teaching in the Marshall Islands and later in Mexico before becoming a full-time writer and traveler. She discusses how hits journey led her to discover the benefits of yoga and meditation for both the mind and body.
Raychelle emphasizes the importance of infusing personality into work and speaking up when necessary for creative writing and social justice. She discusses her journey into yoga, emphasizing that it is an eight-fold path that includes physical postures, breathwork, meditation, and ethical guidelines.
Tune in to this episode of Office Visits with Dr. V, as Raychelle shares her journey toward self-discovery through yoga and meditation!
[00:00 - 03:35] Opening Segment
- Dr. V welcomes Raychelle Heath!
- Raychelle shares her diverse background and love for travel
- The importance of living with a purpose and how it affects happiness
[03:36 - 20:54] Finding Oneâs Purpose And Empowerment Through Language And Art
- How Yoga and meditation benefit the Body
- Defining oneâs own container of education and purpose
- Language justice empowers non-English speakers to access resources and communicate fully
- Prioritizing communication over English and honors different ways of communicating
[20:55 - 40:11] Empowering Non-English Speakers Through Education And Communication
- She shares that her journey to yoga and meditation started in college, but she didnât fully embrace it until she moved to the Marshall Islands
- She promotes yoga for accessibility and believes that anyone can benefit from the practice regardless of their body type or ability
- Pranayama (breath work) can help with relaxation and stress management
[40:12 - 52:17] Closing Segment
- Raychelle advises listeners to find a welcoming environment and a certified teacher is important in yoga practice.
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Tweetable Quotes
âA lot of people don't do meditation because they think they have to sit until the back hurts. That is a lie. You can stop and take three breaths. Just three. And if you, do it with intention and presence, you have meditated. It's not a competition, it's not a race, it is a practice.â - Raychelle Heath
âWhen you're really getting into the practice of yoga, the posture is a, a vehicle towards that kind of release of the mind and tapping into the higher self.â - Raychelle Heath
âThere are some things about people's bodies that are going to make the practice look different. But doesn't mean they're not a candidate for it because their body is different.â - Dr. V
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In this episode of Office Visits with Dr. V, Dr. V shares her knowledge on how to take better care of our health, enjoy life, and be happy by discussing the six pillars of lifestyle medicine: nutrition, physical activity, sleep, stress management, reducing risky substances, and healthy relationships. She provides an additional âplus oneâ â her own lesson from her garden that teaches us how weeds represent the consequences of an unhealthy lifestyle if left unchecked.
Tune in to this episode of Office Visits with Dr. V, so that you wonât miss out on her tips to stay healthy and enjoy life!
[00:00 - 03:19] Opening Segment
- Dr. V believes in the pillars of lifestyle medicine, namely: nutrition, physical activity, sleep, stress management, reducing risky substances, and healthy relationships
[03:20 - 15:46] Taking Care Of Your Garden: Preventing Problems In The Future With Intentional Lifestyle Choices
- She shares a story about cleaning out her garden
- The garden represents our body and the weeds represent the consequences of our lifestyle
- Eating processed foods, not being active, and having unmanaged stress can cause inflammation in the body
- It is better to prevent health issues than to recover from them
[15:47 - 23:37] Clearing Out The Weeds And Finding Happiness
- Taking care of our bodies by eating healthy, exercising, managing stress, and getting enough sleep is important for the prevention
- Roundup can be used to treat weeds but is not without risks
- 80% of diseases are preventable with lifestyle changes
- Invest time and effort into using lifestyle to treat conditions instead of medications
[23:38 - 30:51] Closing Segment
- Dr. V advises listeners to be intentional about preventing bad habits from forming
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Tweetable Quotes
âIt's better to prevent a stroke than to recover from a stroke. Keeping your garden clean, free of weeds and junk, keeping your body clean, free of junk, and prevents problems in the future.â - Dr. V
âTake care of your garden. Keep the weeds out, it's easier to keep the weeds and pluck up one little weed than to clean out the whole garden. It's easier to prevent the stroke than it is to recover from the stroke.â - Dr. V
âThe garden represents our body. We started with a good foundation. We have everything that we need in our bodies for it to thrive, for it to heal itself, for it to help us move physically, for it to help us stay balanced mentally.â - Dr. V
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In this episode, Dr. V sits down with Dr. Jennifer Griggs to explore how to reclaim our birthright of dignity after it has been violated. She explains what rumination is â the act of replaying past events in an attempt to make sense of them, but ultimately only leads to further damage. She shares methods for reclaiming oneâs dignity, such as learning how to advocate for oneself and natural speaking therapy, as well as gardening metaphors that can be used as a tool for healing.
Dr. Griggs emphasizes the importance of being able to name and feel difficult emotions such as sadness, anger, grief, and shame, and how collapsing the storytelling without judgment and recognizing the need that was being met at the time â can provide some detachment from the emotions involved and allow for an honest appraisal of what happened.
Tune in as Dr. Jennifer Griggs explains why healing is so important and encourages us to take action in order to move forward with our lives!
[00:00 - 03:21] Opening Segment
- Dr. V welcomes back, Dr. Jennifer Griggs to the show!
- Transgressions can lead to feeling victimized and giving away power
- Violations of dignity can lead to a host of hot emotions such as anger, grief, shame, guilt, self-loathing, fear, and betrayal
[03:22 - 15:47] Acknowledge Your Emotions To Reclaim Your Dignity
- Ruminations are when we replay the past or worry about the future and it affects our sleep and mood
- Violations of dignity can affect our social health by crowding out joy, beauty, connection, gratitude, and hope
- Reclaiming dignity requires a decision
- Acknowledging the violations of dignity in order to heal
[15:48 - 19:18] Discover And Understand Our Dignity
- Collapsing the story without judgment can help with detachment and understanding
- Identify your part in the event of violations of dignity
- Suppressing emotions can lead to physical and mental damage
- Reclaiming your dignity is important
[19:19 - 29:41] Closing Segment!
- Dr. Griggs encourages listeners to take care of themselves is essential in order to take care of others
- Dr. V invites us to visit https://officevisitswithdrv.com and click on the coaching tab to schedule a free discovery interview
Tweetable Quotes
âWe can't just go in and rip out the weeds and expect everything's going to be able to grow. We have to really get to the root.â â Dr. Griggs
âThere's something beautiful about doing it in community and doing it with others and seeing we're not really alone, that these are universal emotions and understanding you have to feel it to heal it.â â Dr. Griggs
âThe weeds don't flourish and thrive because they're not getting what they need to grow.â - Dr. V
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In this episode, Dr. V sits down with Dr. Griggs a physician and a professor of medicine and public health. She is also a personal and leadership coach specializing in dignity, forgiveness, and self-forgiveness at work and in life. Dr. Griggs is known for her fierce compassion, humor, and ability to work with metaphors.
Tune in as Dr. Griggs explains more about the concept of dignity is essential yet fragile, and how honoring it can create a healthier workplace environment for all.
[00:00 - 07:46] Opening Segment
- Dr. V introduces Dr. Jennifer Griggs to the show!
- She is an oncologist who works with organizations to honor the dignity of those working for them
[07:47 - 09:59] Understanding, Naming, and Reclaiming Our Dignity
- She explains how dignity is not the same as respect; respect is something that must be earned
- Forgiveness of others and ourselves is necessary to restore dignity when it has been violated
- Dignity is our birthright, and it is essential but fragile
- She defines the elements of dignity
[10:00 - 25:46] Preserve and Reclaiming Our Birthright
- What are violations of dignity?
- Violations of dignity can be felt as a visceral feeling of shame
- Behaviors that result from violations of dignity include:
- Lashing out
- Avoiding conflict
- Running away from responsibility
- Repelling feedback; and
- False intimacy
[25:47 - 29:26] Closing Segment
- Tune in to the next episode as Dr. Griggs continues with her conversation next week!
- Dr. V invites us to visit https://officevisitswithdrv.com and click on the coaching tab to schedule a free discovery interview
Tweetable Quotes
âDignity is as essential as it is and as much as it's our birthright. It's also incredibly vulnerable to harm.â â Dr. Griggs
âCentering dignity in everything we do and being attuned to those situations and people that violate our dignity can help preserve it. And even more important, reclaim it. Learning how to reclaim our dignity when it's been violated.â â Dr. Griggs
âYou don't earn dignity. You're born with but in our society, I mean, we feel like we've got to earn things and we've got to be worthy of them and prove that we deserve things.â - Dr. V
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In this episode, Dr. V sits down with Dr. Christina Bowen MD, ABOIM, Dip ACLM, Dr. Bowen talks about the importance of your well-being in the health care system. She shares her journey from private practice to leading ECU Healthâs initiatives to support providers, such as a nine-month onboarding experience, micro-learnings focused on personal well-being, one-day experiences on leading yourself, orientation sessions, quality academy, and a three-day immersive retreat.
Tune in as Dr. Bowen explains how ECU Health is working to ensure that providers are able to practice to the best of their ability by addressing your well-being!
[00:00 - 04:44] Opening Segment
- Dr. V introduces Dr. Christina Bowen MD, ABOIM, Dip ACLM to the show
- She is a board-certified physician in family medicine, hospice and palliative medicine, integrative medicine, and lifestyle medicine.
- ECU Health has an office of well-being with a Chief Wellbeing Officer to optimize the well-being of healthcare workers and providers
[04:45 - 11:56] Recognizing The Need Of A Wellbeing Officer
- Self-care is important for physicians to stay in the profession longer and enjoy it more
- Seconds of compassion help patients and boost physician wellbeing
- ECU Health offers mindful meditations facilitated by senior leaders
- Christina practices what she preaches with a daily routine of faith, gratitude journaling, and prayer
[11:57 - 24:55] Prioritizing Self-Care And Compassion
- Staying connected to your âA1 prioritiesâ, is key to maintaining a sense of balance and wellbeing
- Intentionality is required to stay connected to what matters most in life
- Soulful relationships are based on authenticity, allowing for the expression of a full range of emotions
- Make an appointment with yourself to give yourself space and think about what you want your life to look like
[24:56 - 31:53] Closing Segment
- Dr. Christina Bowen MD, ABOIM, Dip ACLM shares with the listeners to set realistic goals and give themselves compassion when they donât meet them
- Dr. V invites us to visit https://officevisitswithdrv.com and click on the coaching tab to schedule a free discovery interview
Tweetable Quotes
âGive yourself a little bit of space and think about what would I like this one precious life that I'm living to look like.â â Dr. Bowen
âYou have to start with compassion for yourself.â â Dr. Bowen
âI used to go to work sick and I knew that the body needed rest to recover and I would come to work sick anyway. Nobody told me to go home, nobody's going to take care of yourself. We got a full schedule of patients. And so, in the culture that you're describing, it feels like that there is definitely, emphasis on self-care is important.â - Dr. V
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LinkedIn: Dr. Christina Bowen
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In this episode, Dr. V sits down with Nicol Michelle Eppel, Ph.D. (Dr. Lov), Dr. Lov explores the essential role of love and self-care in physical and mental health. She shares her journey of going back to college at age 40 to gain a deeper understanding of love as an absolute in our ever-changing world and advocating for self-care. She discusses the stigma associated with mental health, the physiological effects of trauma on the body, and how sexual exploitation is seen by modern culture. She touches on the importance of addressing trauma in order to heal, seeking out a trauma-informed specialist for safe processing, and giving oneself grace when dealing with trauma.
Tune in as Nicol Michelle Eppel, Ph.D. (Dr. Lov) speaks to the power of turning tragedy into transcendence through faith, self-love, and understanding oneâs gifts. This is an enlightening episode about healing from trauma, imposter syndrome, perfectionism, and finding hope through connection with others.
[00:00 - 09:30] Opening Segment
- Dr. V introduces Nicol Michelle âDr. Lov â Eppel, Ph.D. to the show
- She is a teaching professor and has a private practice in counseling and holistic healing arts
- Self-care is important for physical and mental health
[09:31 - 18:54] Exploring the Impact of Trauma and Sexual Exploitation on Women's Lives
- Self-love is taking the time and energy to nurture your soul, body, and spirit
- Identifying whether you are an introvert or extrovert to recharge correctly
- Living a vibrant life is being your authentic self and living your fullest life with energy, passion, excitement, and joy
- Trauma is being studied in interdisciplinary means by medical doctors focusing on the physiology of trauma
[18:55 - 23:21] Transforming Trauma to Transcendence
- How trauma results from a series of events that has lasting adverse effects on the individualâs functions
- The physiological process of flight or flight kicks in when we perceive danger and harm
- It is important to seek out a trauma-informed specialist if one starts to have flashbacks or remembrances of trauma
[23:22 - 47:00] Closing Segment
- Nicol Michelle âDr. Lov â Eppel, Ph.D. encourages listeners to give ourselves grace and understand our worth in Godâs eyes
- Dr. V invites us to visit https://officevisitswithdrv.com and click on the coaching tab to schedule a free discovery interview
Tweetable Quotes
âSelf-love is saying, I need help, I need support. Healing comes through, connection, and often if we don't know how to heal ourselves, and many times we don't know how? We need another source, God, a friend, a professional, you know, a family member or whatnot to help us through it.â - Nicol Michelle âDr. Lov â Eppel, PhD
âThere is healing and there is hope for healing. And it does exist.â - Nicol Michelle âDr. Lov â Eppel, PhD
âI'm trying to get people to understand that that's capable and that's what we need to be doing in our lifetime because it's really integral to our health and our wellness. When you're not vibrant and you're dragging, that doesn't feel good.â - Dr. V
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LinkedIn: Nicol Epple
Instagram: @nicolmichelleepple
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In this episode, Dr. V sits down with Brooke Rozmenoski, Brooke is a functional nutritionist, personal trainer, coach, mother, and wife who specializes in womenâs health and is here to discuss the power of lifestyle changes in optimizing health. She explains how energy management (as opposed to stress management) can help women feel more confident and have more sustainable results with their health goals. We discuss nutrition and movement as well as the consequences of not managing stress. With insights on building confidence through baby steps, we speak about the importance of self-care for long-term physical and mental health.
Tune in as Brooke Rozmenoski shares her 10 habits that can help improve fertility and encourages listeners to get curious and take things one step at a time.
[00:00 - 03:19] Opening Segment
- Dr. V introduces Brooke Rozmenoski to the show
- She discusses energy management instead of stress management
- Focus on feeling rather than the goal of weight loss
- Assessing your lifestyle habits like sleep, nutrition intake, and energy management
[03:20 - 11:41] Stress Management And The Power Of Lifestyle Changes
- Build confidence through the journey of reaching goals
- Recognizing personal capacity and setting boundaries
- Strength training 3 times a week to build lean mass and get hormonal benefits
- Nutrition foundations such as eating whole foods and drinking plenty of water
[11:42 - 30:49] The Impact of Stress on Your Health
- Quality protein and fiber intake are essential for blood sugar regulation, daily satiation, and energy
- Fat intake is important for hormonal health
- Muscle mass decreases with age and strength training can help with metabolic activity
- How stress can play a role in infertility
- Understand that you donât have to live stressed, tired, and exhausted
[30:50 - 32:46] Closing Segment
- Brooke Rozmenoski encourages listeners to
- Dr. V invites us to visit https://officevisitswithdrv.com and click on the coaching tab to schedule a free discovery interview
Tweetable Quotes
âYou are much more likely to stay committed to yourself when you're giving yourself achievable focuses versus if you're trying to do everything by tomorrow.â - Brooke Rozmenoski
âExercise should match the external stressors that you have and internal stressors that are going on.â - Brooke Rozmenoski
âKnow that there is a way through and to really ask questions, âWhyâ, and to start to get curious.â - Brooke Rozmenoski
Resources Mentioned:
Website: Brooke Rozmenoski
LinkedIn: Brooke Rozmenoski
Instagram: @brookerozzie
Facebook: Brooke Rozzie Coaching
Podcast: Better After Baby
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In this episode, Dr. V sits down with Lucy Townsley, a Womenâs Health consultant who has been doing this work for 24 years. Join them as they discuss the differences between traditional Western Medicine and Chinese medicine in regard to treating women during menopause. She shares her story on how her journey to becoming a health and wellness practitioner began when she was a champion lady jockey in Ireland and suffered an injury that led her to explore Chinese medicine for healing, which was further strengthened by caring for her sister who had non-Hodgkinâs lymphatic cancer.
Tune in as Lucy Townsley to learn more about how to live a happier and healthier life during menopause! If you want to know more about whatâs next with Office Visits with Dr. V.
[00:00 - 04:08] Opening Segment
- Dr. V introduces Lucy Townsley to the show
- Lucy Townsley is a womenâs health consultant
- She shares that her journey to becoming a health and wellness practitioner began when she was treated with acupuncture for an injury she sustained while racing a horse
[04:09 - 15:57] Unlocking Optimal Health And Wellness
- Chinese medicine practitioners diagnose patients through pulse diagnosis and tongue examination
- Western medicine practitioners rely on lab work to diagnose patients
- Chinese and western medicine are complimentary to each other
- Women transitioning to menopause should focus on lifestyle changes such as exercising and eating clean
- Liver health is important for hormone balance and should be taken care of through a liver cleanse or detox
- Eating a healthy diet with low carbohydrates and colorful foods helps with digestion
[15:58 - 27:46] Uncovering The Secrets To Balancing Hormones Naturally
- Removing sugar from your diet can make a huge difference in symptoms of pre-menopause
- Exercise and acupuncture can help with urinary incontinence
- Getting sunlight in the morning is important for setting your circadian rhythm
- Avoiding alcohol, drugs, and medication can help protect your organs
[27:47 - 37:09] Closing Segment
- Lucy Townsley encourages listeners to practice gratitude can help to reduce cortisol levels and keep other organs functioning optimally
- Dr. V invites us to visit https://officevisitswithdrv.com and click on the coaching tab to schedule a free discovery interview
Tweetable Quotes
âOne of the most important things that women can do to help balance hormones naturally is to almost take control of their liver again. The liver takes on a lot of stuff. We emotionally and physically take on a lot of stuff.â - Lucy Townsley
âRemember what you've achieved in your life and really be aware of what you're grateful for. So, there can be these really very simple things like your health, roof over your head, food on your table, meeting amazing people.â - Lucy Townsley
âThe kidney energy is what gives you energy for the rest of your life. So, if you burnt it out in your twenties, and thirties, and forties, you know, doing too much and not listening to what your body's telling you.â - Lucy Townsley
Resources Mentioned:
Website: Lucy Townsley â Acupuncture Galway
Facebook: Lucy Townsley â Acupuncture Galway
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In this episode, Dr. V sits down with Dr. Michelle Johnson, an accomplished woman with a Ph.D. and the founder of the College of Preparatory and Leadership Academy. Dr. Johnson shares her inspiring story of resilience and self-care as she took back control of her health and wellness. She shares valuable advice on how to transition to a healthier lifestyle emphasizing that it doesnât have to be a drastic change but rather a slow and steady process. Tune in as Dr. Johnson provides tips for finding reputable sources for nutrition and offers her Plant-Based Tribe of supporters as a resource for getting motivated! If you want to know more about whatâs next with Office Visits with Dr. V.
[00:01 - 03:42] Opening Segment
- Dr. V introduces Dr. Michelle Johnson to the show
- Dr. Johnson is the founder of the College Preparatory and Leadership Academy with her husband
- Her story about being overwhelmed by work, ministry, children, and her husband
[03:43 - 26:05] From Detox To Plant-Based Diet
- How she ended the 28-day detox that weaned her off of certain foods and ended with a plant-based diet
- How she quarantined during COVID-19
- She started walking and meditating to cope
- Created a plant-based diet and Facebook group
- She detoxed from sugar and processed food
- How she changed her palate and desires with a 28-day detox
- Her transition to a lifestyle where food is medicine
[26:06 - 34:03] Transforming Lives Through Plant-Based Nutrition
- Resetting metabolism and improving energy, clarity of mind, and regularity of bowel movements
- Discovering gluten sensitivity and improved numbers without taking pills
- Obtaining nutrition certification to help others
- Educating on the harms of the standard American diet
- Introducing her plant-based tribe offers coaching for $12 a week
- Her coaching encourages people to look at reputable sources and find evidence-based research
- Her focus on eating food that Adam and Eve would recognize in the Garden of Eden
[34:04 - 39:23] Closing Segment
- Dr. Johnson encourages people to look at reputable sources and find evidence-based research and invites listeners to join the âPlant-based Tribeâ
- Dr. V invites us to visit https://officevisitswithdrv.com and click on the coaching tab to schedule a free discovery interview
Tweetable Quotes
âDefinitely mind games because it was more in the mind for me than physical than in the body, the gut or anything like that. It was really in the mind. It was a detox of discipline and attention.â - Dr. Johnson
âI knew that if my stubborn self who said, oh, I'll never give up cheese, I'll never do that because I was addicted to cheese, but if I could do it and still doing it, then somebody else could do it as well. If my busy lifestyle, I can do it, somebody else can do it as well. And I begin to fall in love with God's food. It felt like a different form of worship to me where I was just grateful for opening a pomegranate and just seeing the amazing wonders, that God did, and the colors, and the sweetness. And once you detox from sugar, you can taste real sugar that God made. It's amazing.â - Dr. Johnson
âI am a firm believer in education and doing things the right way.â - Dr. V
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Episode 31: What's Coming Up
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Sit down and chat with Dr. V as shares exciting updates about the show and talks about her new focus in the upcoming episodes. Tune in if you want to know more about whatâs next with Office Visits with Dr. V.
[00:00 - 01:51] Opening Segment
- Dr. V introduces the show
[01:52 - 04:03] Only Great Things Ahead
- In the next episodes, she will be shifting the focus to the pillars of health and achieving optimal health
- She will also be discussing the importance of knowing your purpose
[04:04 - 04:49] When You Take Care of Patients, Who Takes Care of You?
- Dr. V takes care of the healthcare provider that takes care of everybody else
- Go to https://officevisitswithdrv.com and click on the coaching tab to schedule a free discovery interview
[04:50 - 05:23] Closing Segment
Tweetable Quotes
âMy intention, my purpose, my vision is to restore physical and mental peace, physical and mental health.â - Dr. V
âWith optimal health, there's peace.â - Dr. V
âWhen you are working on your purpose and you have a clear vision for your life, that makes you happier and it makes you healthier.â - Dr. V
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Episode 30 - The Life-Changing Power of Lifestyle Medicine with Dr. Iris Schrijver
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Join us for an engaging and inspiring conversation with Dr. Ira Schreiber as she discusses the power of lifestyle medicine to restore health and vitality, and create a ripple of positive effects for her patients, family, and her community. Dr. Ira explores the concept of fulfillment - one dimension of happiness which is composed of positive emotions that come and go with a broader sense of purpose and well-being. She also shares how her book, âOn the Path to Health, Wellbeing, and Fulfillmentâ, serves to empower people with the knowledge needed to reach their health goals by introducing them to positive psychology, digital detoxing, counting your blessings, and positive health practices.
[00:01 - 08:26] Opening Segment
- Introducing Dr. Iris Schrijver
- Stepping away from employment to explore new directions
- Empowering people through her book, âOn the Path to Health, Wellbeing, and Fulfillmentâ
[08:27 - 17:03] Unlocking the Power of Fulfillment: How Happiness and Health are Connected
- Fulfillment is one dimension of happiness and is a broader, more grounded sense of purpose and wellbeing
- Success should be measured by how happy we are
- Happiness and health are connected
- Soul searching to determine what is important in life is the first step to finding fulfillment
- Lifestyle medicine has six pillars:
- whole foods plant-based diet, physical activity, restful sleep, social connections, quitting smoking/substances, and managing stress with healthy coping strategies
[17:04 - 24:08] Taking Small Steps to Thrive in a Busy Culture
- Difference between resilience and thriving
- Thriving in a culture not designed for it requires small steps away from the standard American diet and lifestyle
- Taking five minutes of pause to evaluate health can make a difference
- Self-care and asking for help is not a sign of weakness
- Practical steps to well-being include setting a time for dinner with family and getting a pet
[24:09 - 30:23] Digital Detox and Positive Psychology
- Digital detox: turning off the phone from time to time, or a day each week
- Positive psychology: focusing on building what's strong instead of fixing what's wrong
- Positive health: combining the 6 pillars of lifestyle medicine with positive psychology
[30:24 - 31:06] When You Take Care of Patients, Who Takes Care of You?
- Dr. V takes care of the healthcare provider that takes care of everybody else
- Go to https://officevisitswithdrv.com and click on the coaching tab to schedule a free discovery interview
[31:07 - 37:00000] Closing Segment
- Our happiness is in part the way we interpret our world and perceive our lives
- See the link below to connect with Dr. Iris
Quotes:
âWe should measure success as how happy we are.â - Dr. Iris Schrijver
âAny move away from standard American diet and lifestyle is important to your thriving.â - Dr. Iris Schrijver
âTo do well, you have to be well.â - Dr. Iris Schrijver
Connect with Dr. Iris Schrijver, MD
Website: www.LifestyleforHealthandWellness.com
Book: https://www.amazon.com/Path-Health-Wellbeing-Fulfilment-Your-ebook/dp/B0B7X269S5
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Topics around reproductive health and menstruation are still taboo in some cultures, which leaves women in the dark when it comes to their health. In todayâs episode, Mikaela Ingram sheds some light on these issues and how her non-profit organization called Divine Drops helps women across the globe fight the stigma and have a more holistic approach when it comes to health.
After years of symptomatic periods and countless countries traveling for both volunteer and her travel nursing job, Mikaela declared that she had enough of watching AND experiencing this suffering that society calls "a period". She quit her nursing job, moved into a camper, and spent the next year gathering a team and crafting a plan that would address this problem at its core, for all menstruators.
[00:01 - 10:20] Opening Segment
- Introducing Mikaela to the show
- Having compassion for the human experience
- Finding the balance between life and work
- Mikaelaâs experiences with burnout
[10:21 - 20:37] Breaking the Stigma with Divine Drops
- Mikaela shares how she started Divine Drops by traveling and seeing how others struggle when it comes to menstruation
- Divine Drops is a non-profit organization focused on wellness and reproductive health for teens
- Paired with reusable products that help with overall bodily experience
[20:38 - 28:35] African Womenâs Experiences with Reproductive Health
- Period poverty: lack of access to menstrual products and reproductive education
- Most physicians resort to prescribing birth controls
- Hormones need a holistic approach when it comes to proper health
[28:36 - 29:19] When You Take Care of Patients, Who Takes Care of You?
- Dr. V takes care of the healthcare provider that takes care of everybody else
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[29:20 - 41:22] Closing Segment
- Whatâs next for Mikaela and Divine Drops?
- See the links below to connect with Mikaela
Quotes:
âOverall, itâs about healing. We have to look at it from a holistic lifestyle viewpoint: mind, body, and spirit.â - Mikaela Ingram
âHealing can come from so many different thingsâ - Mikaela Ingram
âIt just works out. If it doesnât, I will learn something.â - Mikaela Ingram
Connect with Mikaela Ingram, RN
Website: www.divinedrops.org
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divinedrops_
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/divinedropss
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ufpmJGHnKOE
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikaela-ingram-389462164
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Health and wellness donât only come from pills or any pharmaceutical drugs. Good health is the holistic approach that encompasses the emotional, physical, and mental aspects of a person. Dr. Laurena White demonstrates these with her knowledge of various forms of medicine and healing.
Dr. White is a disruptor. She leads a team that facilitates the health, wellness, and healing of complex womenâs health challenges without the use of unnecessary pharmaceutical drugs (including synthetic hormones) and fruitlessly invasive surgical interventions. By becoming the fertile spot in a barren land, she leads a revolutionary charge within the womenâs health industry by providing women with equitable access to not only the transformative, but also the restorative care they need, want, desire, and deserve.
[00:01 - 09:36] Opening Segment
- Introducing Dr. White to the show
- Being misaligned means being burnt out
[09:37 - 23:21] Becoming the Healer
- Dr. White shares her early experiences with migraine
- How Dr. Whiteâs grandmother taught her the meaning of healing
- Our connectedness with nature
- Dr. Whiteâs realization on shifting how she does her job
- How the home environment plays a big role in healthcare
[23:22 - 41:07] Going Back to the U.S.
- Dr. White shares what made her go back to the U.S.
- How Dr. White created her business plan
- The rough start of Dr. Whiteâs business and how it started picking up pace
[41:08 - 46:09] The Eudaimonia Center
- Dr. White shares the services that they provide
- Homegrown holistic approach
- Modern and traditional medicine should work in synergy
[46:10 - 46:53] When You Take Care of Patients, Who Takes Care of You?
- Dr. V takes care of the healthcare provider that takes care of everybody else
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[46:54 - 54:49] Closing Segment
- Dr. Whiteâs final words
- Reach out to Dr. White through the links below!
Quotes:
âYou're not necessarily seeing their home environment. And without seeing someone's home environmentâŚthen it's gonna be challenging.â - Dr. Laurena White
âIt's not conventional medicine or traditional medicine. It's not one against the other. It's the synergy of the two together.â - Dr. Laurena White
Connect with Dr. Laurena White, MD
Website: www.laurenawhite.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurena-white-ab447b195/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theeudaimoniacenter/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theeudaimoniacenter/
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Burnout is becoming increasingly common among physicians of all levels of training and practice. But as healers, oftentimes, they are the last people to address the issue and seek help. Here to share her burnout experience and how breaking the box can beat burnout is Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque, MD.
Dr. Sapna is a board-certified Internal Medicine physician. She was born and raised in Kansas and attended medical school at the University of Kansas [KU] School of Medicine. She completed her Internal Medicine residency at KU-Wichita as well. After experiencing burnout herself, and watching other physician colleagues burn out, it became a passion of hers to look into different aspects of burnout. While the system does need to change, as it is broken, she started her podcast, The Worthy Physician, as a way to reach physicians and possibly shed light on what is not an isolated situation.
[00:01 - 03:35] Opening Segment
- Dr. V welcomes Dr. Sapna
- Shout out to Dr. Sapnaâs podcast: The Worthy Physician
[03:36 - 18:10] I Define Who I Am
- Dr. Sapna talks about her background
- From an engineering student, she shifted to medicine and became fascinated with the engineering of the human body
- She discusses her residency experience
- What makes a toxic environment and how to deal with difficult attending physicians
- Medicine culture is deeply rooted in tradition but to Dr. Sapna, rules are meant to be broken and she always tries to do things differently
- She recognizes her grandmotherâs influence on her way of thinking
- After medical school, she decided to go to an underserved area and work for a non-profit
[18:11 - 30:05] Realities of Physician Burnout
- Her first run with burnout was within her first three years when she was adjusting to the work structure in rural Kansas and when a family member had a health issue
- Part of the problem was also when people that were non-physicians were telling her how to do her job
- The wakeup call was her best friendâs untimely passing
- A lot of physicians struggle with debt and sometimes even legal issues
- Physicians usually put others above themselves and they donât ask for help
- Some people who have burnout are not outwardly sad, look for other signs (ex. loss of weight, lack of appetite, etc.)
- Dr. Sapnaâs burnout manifested as irritability and impatience even with small things
[30:06 - 36:29] The Road to Recovery
- Dr. Sapna addressed that she needed a change
- She cut back on her hours, doing outpatient only, having enough sleep, and working out
- Itâs important to sit down, process the situation, and start drawing boundaries between work-life
- After the loss of her colleague, she created her podcast to focus on physician suicide and burnout
[36:29 - 37:35] When You Take Care of Patients, Who Takes Care of You?
- Dr. V takes care of the healthcare provider that takes care of everybody else
- Go to https://officevisitswithdrv.com and click on the coaching tab to schedule a free discovery interview
[37:36 - 41:03] Closing Segment
- Dr. Sapnaâs final words: Push the pause button and make sure you are taking care of yourself. Get comfortable saying no.
- Reach out to Dr. Sapna!
Tweetable Quotes
âWhen people try to define physicians or try to define me as a person, no, I'm going to define who I am. I'm not going to be labeled by these stereotypes that society has. That's just me.â - Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque, MD
âThere's no reason put somebody else in the corner just because that was done to you, which, unfortunately, seems to be the culture in medicine. And again, that's why I say rules are meant to be broken because they're not always right.â - Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque, MD
âSelf-care is not selfish. It's the way to replenish your cup.â - Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque, MD
âIt is okay to not try to fit into a box that somebody else has set for you. Create that box for yourself or, sweetheart, break out of the box.â - Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque, MD
Connect with Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque, MD
Website: https://www.theworthyphysician.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theworthyphysician/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/theworthyphysician Twitter: https://twitter.com/SapnaShahHaque YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKeTspKZmx8Isbq9rYlucMA LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sshahhaque/
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Symptoms of burnout can manifest differently for different people. Knowing what it looks like for you will allow you to get the help you need and overcome it.
Today, Dr. V dives deeper into the definition of burnout and how to spot the signs. She also highlights the issue of provider burnout and why more people should feel comfortable acknowledging it. Burnout should not just be about your productivity or career. It impacts how you live your life.
[00:01 - 03:02] Opening Segment * Dr. V welcomes listeners * She discusses her new focus on lifestyle medicine and how to prevent burnout
[03:03 - 06:21] Defining Burnout * WHO defined burnout as a syndrome conceptualized as resulting from chronic workplace stress that has not been successfully managed + However, Dr. V believes that burnout is not isolated to workplace stress * Symptoms of burnout + Exhaustion + Having a mental distance from your job + Reduced productivity - this is what usually gets the attention of administrators or people who can do something to help * Psychology Today has a more inclusive definition - burnout is a state of emotional, mental, and often physical exhaustion brought on by prolonged or repeated stress
[06:22 - 10:21] How to Recognize the Signs of Burnout * Exhaustion can manifest in the feeling of a lack of motivation, detachment, and helplessness * Physical symptoms include fatigue, headaches, substance abuse, self-medication * You may lose passion for the things you used to enjoy and may be in close proximity to your loved ones but have no energy to engage
[10:22 - 10:21] Provider Burnout is Real * With burnout, you start having negative thoughts about your career and feel disconnected from your patients * The pandemic shed a light on the true struggles of providers with workplace stress * As a healer of other people, you also need to know how to heal and protect yourself
[13:53 - 15:00] When You Take Care of Patients, Who Takes Care of You? * Dr. V takes care of the healthcare provider that takes care of everybody else + Go to https://officevisitswithdrv.com and click on the coaching tab to schedule a free discovery interview
[15:01 - 17:50] What Would Burnout Look for You? * Itâs not a dirty little secret, but there's no comprehensive way to assess where somebody is with burnout * You yourself have to acknowledge the symptoms and that you need a change
[17:49 - 19:15] Closing Segment * Reach out to Dr. V!
Tweetable Quotes
âThere's a feeling inside of an individual that is present well before the road to burnout starts.â - Dr. V
ââMy vision for what I'm doing now is for you to be happy and healthy. And I want to normalize what we're feeling.â - Dr. V
âLife is short. And if the life that you're living today was over tomorrow, would you be happy with how you lived it.â - Dr. V
âBe truthful with yourself. Acknowledge if you are having some of these symptoms.â Dr. V
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Burnout can affect anyone, including physicians. Itâs a real problem and addressing it is the first path to recovery.
In this episode, Dr. V opens up about her own experience with burnout as a medical professional. She takes us through how she let her position consume her and realized that she was not living her best life. She encourages listeners to be honest with themselves, acknowledge their feelings, and seek help.
[00:01 - 03:17] Opening Segment * Dr. V welcomes listeners * Being authentic resonates and Dr. V aims to tell her truth in this podcast
[03:18 - 09:04] A Journey That Started With Burnout * Initially, Dr. V was focused on becoming a doctor and didnât think about having a life outside of medicine
- She shares about her time in training and residency and how she realized that her expectations and reality were incongruent
- When making a transition, itâs important to pause and get clarity on your values and priorities
[09:05 - 15:32] Helping Overwhelmed and Overworked Physicians * The pandemic highlighted the struggles medical professionals face every day
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- Aside from patient care, they also have to do a lot of administrative work
- The mountain of work is not motivating and in fact, more daunting to accomplish
- Working harder will not get you to where you want to be
- The first step is to acknowledge the problem and be willing to find a way out
[15:33 - 16:17] When You Take Care of Patients, Who Takes Care of You? * Dr. V takes care of the healthcare provider that takes care of everybody else + Go to https://officevisitswithdrv.com and click on the coaching tab to schedule a free discovery interview
[16:18 - 16:17] Asking For Help * It took a long time for Dr. V to admit that something has to change * She was losing money due to her inability to address her problem head-on * Progress not perfection + Recognize your feelings and get comfortable with relying on others
[20:35 - 21:34] Closing Segment * What to expect next episode?
Tweetable Quotes
âWhen I am trying to free people, I've got to tell my truth, which in turn helps you tell your truth. And once we tell the truth, that's where freedom is.â - Dr. V
âSome of this stuff is instinctual, right? If you keep ignoring those signals, you are potentially entering a space where you are not safe and it's not best for you.â - Dr. V
âMy goal is to help [physicians] figure out what life looks like when it's in line with their values and how that feels to be free from that heavy, heavy burden.â - Dr. V
Resources Mentioned: Episode 1 - Meet Dr. V
Stop Physician Burnout by Dike Drummond
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Healing Your Whisper Stories By Tapping into Creative Healing with Yolanda Grier Whisper stories are those experiences that we have but never share with anyone. They might be about a time when we were bullied, assaulted or something that happened in the past that we regret and need to let go of. Your whisper story doesnât have to be publicized or written for publication for you to heal. Just getting it out will reduce its power and impact by helping you to see it differently because it doesnât tell the truth about who you really are. Telling your story in a creative is the way to heal and reframe your narrative, release the burden from your shoulders and move on with your life. If the experience remains inside you, you are not going to live up to your potential because of the pain; hence itâs worth investigating what it is and how to get out of it.
Join the conversation with Yolanda Grier, an artist, author, instructor, as she shares her whisper stories, how they impacted her life, and how she overcame them through creative art journaling. Yolanda is a creative healer and the host of The Creative Healing With Yolanda podcast. She creates a space for healing and fun through creativity by combining words, images, and color. Her mission is to teach others how to thrive through creativity, painting, journals, and OOAK makings.
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During this episode, you will learn about;
[00:18] Introduction to the show
[02:24] About our guest today, Yolanda Grier
[04:26] What are whisper stories and Yolanda's mission in that space
[06:24] Yolanda's whisper story at four years old
[15:40] Yolandaâs second whisper story with her cousin at 17 years
[20:26] Changing the narrative around childhood traumatic events
[24:26] How depression showed up for Yolanda and how she dealt with it
[30:42] How Yolanda got out of her trauma and later became a creative healer
[35:26] Getting into a space where youâre able to tell your story to people who deserve it
[37:22] How Yolanda helps people and the ages of the women she works with
[43:48] Seeking professional help to reframe your experience and how Yolanda did it
[47:03] Art journaling and how Yolanda discovered she had been doing it for healing
[50:29] Why Yolanda left her customer service job and how she became an art educator
[55:44] How to tap into Yolanda's creative healing work and work with her
[58:31] Ending the show and call to action
Notable Quotes * People's negative reactions donât tell the truth about your story; they just reaffirm that itâs not meant for them. * Once a story decides it wants to get healed, itâs going to come out * When your whisper story gets out and gets apart from you, its impact reduces * When you get to the other side of your healing, you may have to introduce yourself to yourself * People around you know more about you than you do because you donât spend time with yourself
Letâs Connect! Yolanda Grier Website: https://www.yolandagrier.com/
Creative Healing podcast: https://www.yolandagrier.com/podcast
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/creative_healing_podcast/
Get Yolandaâs books: https://www.yolandagrier.com/shop
Dr. V Website: https://officevisitswithdrv.com/
Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/Office-Visits-with-Dr-V-
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/office_visits_with_dr_v/
There is no one-size-fits-all approach to fitness, workouts, or marathons. Everyone has different goals for themselves and will have different needs when it comes to training and running. It can also be challenging to find the motivation and inspiration to stay consistent, but it's all about finding what works for you and sticking to it. One of the best ways to create consistency is by joining a community or group in your area. Getting involved with other people who are also trying to achieve or make changes in their lives will help you stay motivated.
Join the conversation with Bridget Boss Faison as she shares her journey and experiences in training, workouts, and marathons. Bridget is a two-time half marathon finisher, a guidance counselor, and an educator. She completed a half marathon and a second one just recently. Fitting her training and workouts into her lifestyle has helped her accomplish her goals and change her body and life.
During this episode, you will learn about;
[00:18] Introduction to the episode
[02:06] Why and how Bridget started running
[09:36] Bridget's level of fitness and how she has managed to maintain a healthy weight
[12:08] What are weight bees and how to use them
[13:37] Working with groups and why Bridget couldnât do it by herself
[16:10] How Bridget is able to balance her training, job, and family life
[18:43] Going beyond your excuses to invest in your future health
[20:52] Bridget's seven days workouts and training schedule
[25:52] Bridget's health goals after going past 200 pounds and where she is today
[28:52] How she keeps her momentum going in her training
[31:26] About Bridgetâs experience in the first and second race
[34:22] Why you need the right shoe when running
[36:41] Bridget's advice to anyone who wants to get off the couch
[40:10] Ending the show and call to action
Notable Quotes
- You have to start somewhere to get where you want to be
- To be effective, make your workout and training a lifestyle
- Joining a community or group makes a huge difference
- When running, you have to have the right shoes
- Just get started, stick to it, and find a community to make it easier.
Letâs Connect!
Dr. V
Website: https://officevisitswithdrv.com/
Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/Office-Visits-with-Dr-V-
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/office_visits_with_dr_v/
Thad is a personal trainer and running coach who combines his passion for running (over 30 years!) and his love of writing by hosting the popular website RunnerDude's Blog (RunnerDudesBlog.com), one of the top-ranked running blogs in the country. He's also a contributing writer for Active.com, has written articles for AmateurEndurance.com, and was featured in the July 2010 Runner's World "Ask the Experts" section. Thad owns RunnerDude's Fitness, a personal training studio in Greensboro, North Carolina, that provides fitness and running programs for all ages and ability levels. He has worked with hundreds of runners, from beginners to experienced marathoners. His biggest reward is helping others get hooked on running, fitness, and healthy living.
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Physical activity is the foundation for a healthy life. It has been shown to help with everything from sleep to heart health and mental health. It also helps with weight loss, mood, and energy levels. There are many different ways to be active, including running, walking, cycling, and swimming. Running is an efficient way to get your daily dose of physical activity in without breaking a sweat or burning too many calories.
Running can strengthen and tone your body, improve your cardiovascular health and endurance, and increase your overall performance during a race or a long-distance run. Learn more about running with Thad McLaurin in this episode.
During this episode, you will learn about;
[01:15] Meet our todayâs guest, Thad McLaurin
[02:11] How he became the Runner Dude and a running coach
[06:41] Did his childhood upbringing have anything to do with his passion?
[10:50] Personal benefits of running
[12:54] Thadâs message to the overweight and obese
[16:36] How to choose the best running footwear
[19:50] Keeping records of your running progress
[23:55] Why everybody should be doing a running exercise
[25:25] How to avoid injury when running
[27:17] Strength training as a way to prevent injury when running
[29:16] Muscular endurance training exercises you can try today
[32:30] The health benefits associated with running
[37:26] Key takeaway lessons from Thad
[38:55] Connect with him and know about running groups you can join
[45:10] Episode wrap up and calls to action
Notable Quotes
- âRunning is the only inclusive activity that anybody can do, regardless of their age, color or race.â
- âShoes are an investment in running.â
- âAnything you do too excessively is poison.â
- âRunning is all about maintaining balance.â
Book Recommendation;
- Full-Body Fitness for Runners by Thad McLaurin: https://www.amazon.com/Full-Body-Fitness-Runners-Thad-McLaurin/dp/0692026959
Letâs Connect!
Thad McLaurin
Website: http://runnerdudesfitness.com/
Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/thad.mclaurin/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/runner-dude-19a07322/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunnerdude/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/RunnerDude_
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiP5W0Q8VF31tde9Ek7GamA
Dr. V
Website: https://officevisitswithdrv.com/
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Dental Health Checklist for an Ideal Smile with Dr. Julie Phillips
It is the first thing people notice about us, and it can make or break a first impression. A healthy smile is a reflection of a healthy life. It is important to keep the teeth and gums clean and healthy to have a great smile.
In order to achieve this, it is important to follow a dental health checklist for an ideal smile. The first step would be brushing twice a day with toothpaste. This helps remove plaque that can lead to tooth decay and gum disease. The second step would be flossing once or twice a day for about 30 seconds or until the thread goes cleanly through the teeth. It is also necessary to brush after eating any type of food as well as drink plenty of water throughout the day. The last step would be visiting your dentist at least twice every year for an oral exam, cleaning, and x-rays if needed. Learn more with Dr.Julie Phillips in this episode.
Dr. Phillips has resided in North Carolina for over 20 years. After completing dental school at SUNY at Buffalo, she moved to North Carolina, where she completed her prosthodontic training and earned her Masterâs Degree at UNC-Chapel Hill School of Dentistry. She has been in private practice, specializing in Prosthodontics since 1999.
Her practice focuses on providing all types of dental restorations, whether you are missing a single tooth or multiple teeth, including implant restorations, crowns and bridges, and partial and complete dentures. When you want to make your mouth healthier or improve the appearance of your smile, Dr. Julie Phillips is ready to help you.
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During this episode, you will learn about;
[00:54] Whatâs in for you in todayâs episode
[01:47] How we met with Julie
[04:00] The small overlooked things that have a really big impact on dental health
[05:54] Common dental medications to combat dry mouth
[09:12] Things you can do to have healthy teeth if you can't avoid sugar
[16:26] Julieâs thoughts on teeth whitening
[18:48] How to prevent staining of your teeth
[19:36] Do you really need fluoride for your teeth?
[21:30] Who are prosthodontists, and howâre they different from a general dentist
[23:57] What inspired Julie to become a prosthodontist
[26:17] How can chronic conditions impact oneâs dental health
[28:50] Why is it important to have healthy gums
[32:49] Dental red flags that you should be looking for
[34:03] Tips to get rid of bad breath
[37:59] How you can connect with Dr. Julie
[39:22] Episode wrap up and calls to action
Notable Quotes
- âWater canât replace saliva in keeping our mouth hydrated.â
- âIt takes nine months for a cavity to form.â
- âAn acidic drink is a big enemy to healthy teeth.â
- Over-use of teeth whiteners can be detrimental to your enamel.â.
- âAnything done to moderation is good.â
- âYour mouth affects your general health.â
- âAnything good is costly.â
- âIf you wonât brush your teeth at home, youâll be forced to pay someone else to do that for you.â
Letâs Connect!
Dr. Julie Phillips
Website: https://juliephillipsdds.com/
Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/DrJuliePhillipsProsthodontics/
Healthgrades: https://www.healthgrades.com/dentist/dr-julie-phillips-3kg9t
Dr. V
Website: https://officevisitswithdrv.com/
Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/Office-Visits-with-Dr-V-
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/office_visits_with_dr_v/
Lifestyle And Dietary Changes That Improve Your Health with Nanyamka Joseph
No matter where youâre today, if you keep working on your diet, you can change your tomorrow. Your body can fix and restore itself. You just need to give it the right building blocks. Weâre all created in such a way that our bodies are meant to naturally heal themselves if we provide what they need to function at their highest level. Changing your lifestyle will not happen overnight but giving yourself grace, working on your mindset, educating yourself on what works for you and providing your body with what it needs to thrive is a big win. The journey will not be perfect, you are going to have both bad and good days, but to get to the ultimate end, you need to be consistent.
Join the conversation with Nanyamka Joseph, a functional nutrition coach who is passionate about helping driven and working women become the healthiest version of themselves. Nanya's journey to health started with a desire to have her first child. After years of trying with no success, her breakthrough was surprisingly simple, and it came when she changed what she was putting in her body. Food!
During the episode, Nanya shares how changing her diet eliminated Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), which she had from a young age. She also shares practical tools that you can use to find what works for you, live a healthier lifestyle and be the best version of yourself with consistency.
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During this episode, you will learn about;
[01:41] Meet our todayâs guest, Naya Joseph
[02:46] How to reach out and connect with Naya
[03:35] How Dr. V and Nanya met
[04:44] Nanyaâs career background information
[06:20] How Nanya journey shifted selling jewelry to nutrition
[08:27] What Nanya changed in her diet that helped her eliminate Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
[10:52] How Nanyaâs experience with PCOS impacts what she does for her client
[13:08] The first step to improving your nutrition
[14:03] Identifying and replacing highly processed foods in your diet
[19:11] Reducing sugar and salt in your diet
[20:59] Practical steps to reduce sugar in your diet
[24:31] Shifting your mindset around what you put in your body
[27:56] Listening to your body cues and getting better at it
[30:39] Tips on how to stay engaged in developing a healthy lifestyle
[33:49] Key takeaway from Nanda
[37:17] Nandaâs socials and what she offers in lifestyle and wellness space
[40:07] Ending the show and call to action
Notable Quotes
- âYou can change your situation and your health by nourishing your body properly.â
- âIf you give your body what it needs to thrive it will.â
- âYour body can fix and heal itself; you just need to provide the right building block.â
- When you carry guilt around what you eat, youâre prone to under eating, which is detrimental to your success.â
- âGive yourself grace change does not happen overnight.â
- âEducate yourself and find out what works for you; what works for another person might not work for you.â
Letâs Connect!
Nanyamka Joseph
Website: https://www.simplified-wellness.com/#gallery
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nanyamka_joseph/
Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/nanyamka.joseph
Dr. V
Website: https://officevisitswithdrv.com/
Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/Office-Visits-with-Dr-V-
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/office_visits_with_dr_v/
Boundaries and Balance-Dr. Zoe Living with a healthy boundary and balance in life can be very challenging, especially when you are surrounded by people who have unhealthy boundaries and practices. It is, therefore, important to know what kind of person you are and what type of boundary you need.
Aspects such as time management, work-life balance, self-care, and happiness can be tricky at times, but living with a healthy boundary and balance in life can help you avoid unnecessary stress. This episode with Dr. Zoe Stallings will give some steps to help create a healthy boundary with your life.
Dr. Zoe is the founder and CEO of the Mobile Urgent Specialized Treatment Clinic PLLC, also known as the MUST CLINIC PLLC. In her completely mobile clinic, she continues to see patients as a Family Medicine Physician providing medical care to patients with compassion. She truly wants to partner with patients to help them improve their lifestyles and their overall health.
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During this episode, you will learn about;
[01:23] Whatâs in for you in todayâs episode
[04:29] Dr. Zoe Stallingsâ backstory and career background
[06:12] How she started Mobile Urgent Specialized Treatment Clinic
[12:57] How Dr. Zoe overcame mental hurdles to start M.U.S.T Clinic
[18:04] Follow these tips and stop procrastinating
[18:51] Where can you find Dr. Zoe, and is she taking new patients?
[22:44] Boundaries and how they affect our health
[27:03] How does it show up in our health when our boundaries are violated
[30:52] Meaning of âbalance and health.â
[35:04] How to maintain a healthy life balance
[37:46] Zoeâs lessons on how to bounce back and triumph after a divorce
[40:57] Family is a key pillar is oneâs success
[46:03] Dr. Zoeâs key takeaway lessons for you!
[50:32] Ending show and calls to action
Notable Quotes * Itâs weird how the pandemic gave an opportunity for businesses to move to the next level. * Talking to people is a great way to figure out what the community will need * Waiting for the right time and environment to start something will never come * You have to identify your boundaries consistently. Once people learn why those boundaries matter to you, they will respect them. * If you enter into a negative space, you will see and draw negativity * Inspiration follows movement
Resources Mentioned 1. Boundaries by Henry and John:https://www.amazon.com/Boundaries-When-Take-Control-Your/dp/0310247454. 2. 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07WF972WK/
Letâs Connect! Dr. Zoe Stallings
Website: https://www.mustclinic.health/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zoestallings/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mustclinic/
Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/Mobile-Urgent-Specialized-Treatment-Clinic-PLLC-105872994518152/
Dr. V
Website: https://officevisitswithdrv.com/
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Consent is all about knowing when to say yes and when to say no. Itâs a practice that can be applied universally, not just in sexual contexts. However, there are many reasons why consent can be difficult, but one of the most common is that itâs not something we are taught at home or school, especially when it comes to intimacy and sexuality. In order to foster a culture of consent, we need to be able to talk openly about these issues. Learning and teaching our children about consent can help us to know what it means and how to apply it in different situations in our life.
Join the conversation with Bobbi Pompey as she shares the concepts around consent and how you can cultivate it as a culture in your everyday life. Bobbi is an independent living skills specialist and an adjunct professor at San Francisco State, where she teaches independent living skills for the blind.
During this episode, you will learn about;
[00:53] Whatâs in for you in todayâs episode
[02:01] Having conversations around sex and handling sex assault
[06:06] Bobbiâs career background
[08:25] The meaning of cis and transgender
[10:27] The role of consent in everyday life
[13:14] The true definition of consent and how it plays in different situations
[15:04] How assumptions around consents can get us into troubles
[21:35] Legal consents and how your right to consent can be violated
[24:10] How Bobbi got into the space and her experience in the field
[27:06] Bobbi experience with tools of consent and how she used them
[30:17] How Bobbi was sexual assaulted and what prevented her from reaching out
[34:00] When Bobbi got help and was finally able to speak it loud
[37:39] Tools that you can use when you feel like your consent has been violated
[40:27] Resources where you can learn more about consent and sexual assault
[44:00] How to reach out and connect with Bobbi
Notable Quotes
- Consent is bigger than sex, intimacy and relationships
- Consent is respecting somebody for their permission or denial
- If you are uncomfortable with your consent, itâs probably being violated
- Always trust your gut
- Whatever you have to do to get out of a situation is what youâve to do.
Resources Mentioned
- The Consent Academy
- The Ethical Slut: Polyamory, Open Relationships, and Other Freedoms in Sex and Love
- Navigating consent classes with Dossie Easton
- Rape, Abuse, Incest National Network (RAINN)
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Grab your pen and paper! In this episode, Dr. V discusses preconception counseling. With over 50% of pregnancies being unplanned, it is more and more important for women/couples to schedule an appointment with their doctor to specifically discuss this topic. Dr. V details exactly what should be discussed during one of these sessions to help you understand why it is so important to optimize your health prior to becoming an âincubator.â
[00:05:00] When to Consider Preconception Counseling
[00:06:30] #1 Thing to Think About Before Having a Baby [00:08:20] Risk Assessment: What Could Become An Issue Before and After You Get Pregnant [00:15:35] Substance Use And Problems Many Can Cause [00:18:00] Nutrition, Weight Management & Exercise [00:23:40] Why You Need A Physical Exam & Blood Work Before Getting Pregnant [00:29:35] Certain Viruses That Put Your Baby at Risk [00:31:50] Genetic Testing [00:33:11] Ways Doctors Can Intervene & Improve Your Pregnancy Outcomes [00:37:40] Behaviors that Can Put Your Baby at Risk [00:38:35] High Blood Pressure & Pregnancy Risks [00:42:55] Medications to Avoid & Conditions to Control
Why Preconception Counseling Is Important?
Quote from Dr. V:
âYou need to live a life that prepares you to be pregnant even before you think about or want to get pregnant. And so, again, I'm really focused on prevention and the things that even we do as teenagers, and in college, when we're not wanting to get pregnant or have per se. It really is important that we start taking care of ourselves from every facet of life. Just so you know, sometimes this conversation can not be had prior to getting pregnant because 50% of pregnancies are unplanned. Can you believe it? 50%? I'm not telling anybody's business, but I wasn't planned. And I think I shared that on my last podcast. I wasn't, I wasn't. And so we don't often have the time to have the conversation that we're going to have today. So if you stay ready, you don't have to get ready.â
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In this episode of the Office Visits with Dr. V, Dr. V gets personal as she has an intimate conversation with her cousin, Carol Crawford who has achieved 12 years of sobriety. She is currently a WHAM Certified Peer Specialist at New Horizon Behavioral Health in Columbus, GA. Through Carolâs story, we learn the struggles of addiction. This conversation is so important, especially due to the increase in substance use brought on by the pandemic and the opioid crisis in America.
[00:02:36] How Dr.Vâs Immediate Family Has Been Personally Affected By Drug Addiction.
[00:09:08] Who Is Carol Tyson Crawford? [00:11:17] Carolâs Addiction Story. [00:20:07] Carol Finds Her Solution To Her Negative Self Worth Thoughts [00:25:13] Carol Is Introduced To A Harder Drug: Cocaine [00:29:39] Thinking Cocaine is Cocaine Carol Tries Crack Cocaine And Is Addicted Instantly [00:31:21] Dr. V Reads A List Of Behaviors That Happen When A Person Is Addicted [00:34:20] Carolâs Begins Treatment for Addiction [00:41:10] How To Tell If A Family Member Is Suffering Through Substance Use
Signs You May Have A Drug Addiction
You feel like you have to use the drug regularly, almost daily. You have urges, you keep thinking about it and you have to take more over time. You spend money on the drug even though you can't afford it. You are not meeting your obligations at work, responsibilities, and/or you are cutting back on social recreational activities. Continuing to use the drug, even though, you know, it is causing problems in your life or causing you physical or psychological harm. Doing things to get the drug that you normally wouldn't do such as stealing. You are doing risky activities when you're under the influence. And you're spending a lot of time either getting the drug, using the drug or recovering from the drug. These are some of the behaviors that occur with drugs. And, some drugs are easier for people to detect than others. Crack cocaine is an addiction that is harder to hide than say an opioid addiction. like crack cocaine that is easily detected by others like opioids where you can still function.
Special thanks to Carol for sharing her very intimate story in the hopes of helping others who may be on the verge of trying drugs like crack cocaine, heroin, or opioids. Or, those who are currently addicted and need a role model to help them see that life can exist after addiction. Carol Recommends Residential or Out-Patient Treatment Center for those looking to get help with substance use disorder.
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In this episode of the Office Visits with Dr. V, we meet Women's Health Nurse Practitioner Auma âKessâ Thongteum. We discuss why women get hot flashes, lifestyle factors that can contribute and ways to reduce the severity of hot flashes in your daily life without medication.
[00:02:38] Kess Discusses Why Women Get Hot Flashes
[00:05:00] Who is Auma âKessâ Thogterums?
[00:07:54] What Can You Do To Get Rid Of Or Reduce The Severity of Hot Flashes [00:09:30] Lifestyle Changes That Can Reduce Hot Flashes [00:13:45] Medications Given To Those Experiencing Hot Flashes [00:14:35] Women Who Should Not Consider Hormone Replacement Therapy [00:17:34] Herbs and Non Prescriptive Medications [00:19:59] Letâs Talk About Soy & Breast Cancer [00:22:00] Hot Flashes Donât Always Start at 51 [00:23:45] Follicle Stimulating Hormone Diagnosis of Menopause, Yay or Nay?
What Can We Do To Get Rid of Hot Flashes OR Make Them Less Extreme
The average age a woman goes through menopause is 51. Many women experience what they consider temperature changes such as getting warm and others as extreme as hot flashes and these can happen at a variety of ages, such as their â30s and evenâ70s. Before these fluctuations in temperature are labeled as hormonal related due to menopause there are some factors to rule out. One place to begin investigating is how well your thyroid is functioning, then, we look to lifestyle changes and stressors. And, before prescribing medicine we need to determine if there are alternatives such as some lifestyle changes you can implement. Even if you have an estrogen imbalance, there are still things you can do to reduce hot flashes before you even get to prescriptions. Some examples of lifestyle changes is reducing caffeine intake, reduce the amount you smoke cigarettes, drink alcohol, and eat spicy and sugary foods.
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In this episode of the Office Visits with Dr. V, we meet Dr. Melissa Davies. She is new to Eagle OB GYN and she is going to be taking care of many of Dr. Vâs patients as she phases out of her traditional OB GYN practice to pursue her Health and Wellness Enterprise. Dr. Davies, a caring Ob/Gyn and robotic surgeon, discusses many aspects of gyn surgery from a patient's perspective.
[00:00:55] Dr. V Details Meeting Dr. Melissa Davies [00:03:19] Dr. Davies Tells Us About Herself & Seeing Her First Live Birth [00:05:18] What Does It Meant To be A Doctor Of Osteopathic Medicine [00:10:28] What Does Dr. Davies Love About Obstetrics And Gynecology? [00:16:30] The Difference Between Robotic Surgery and Laparoscopic Surgery [00:20:00] Dr. Davies Two Favorite Common Surgeries That OB GYNâs Do [00:20:59] Dr. Vâs Favorite OB GYN Surgery [00:24:03] Risks Of Hystorectomy Surgery [00:27:37] The Importance of Having an OB GYN Who Provides You With Alternatives To Surgery [00:30:06] The Optimal Surgical Candidate Critera [00:34:32] Dr. Davies Recommendations On Finding Credible Information On OB GYN Surgeries
Dr. Melissa Davies
Dr. Davies is a native of Fayetteville, North Carolina. She went to Campbell University for her undergraduate degree, then spent three years out of medical school, during that time she worked in a medical office there, before going back to medical school at Campbell again, and then she did her residency training, and just finished up this year at ECU Vidant. She saw her first live birth in Tanzania, East Africa and that solidified all of her hopes and aspirations, during medical school she was drawn to obstetrics and gynecology more than anything else. She loves that it allows her to empower women and educate women on their bodies and overall health. She is a mom of two kids, her oldest is eight and his name is Jonathan and her youngest is four and a half her name is Hannah Grace. She prides herself on being a mom, she always wanted to be. Sheâs been married for 13 years and she just celebrated her 13th wedding anniversary.
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In this episode of the Office Visits with Dr. V, we meet Physician Dr. Kimberly R Shelton, she specializes in internal medicine and functional medicine. She is Dr. Vâs personal physician. Dr. Shelton explains why Covid is such a serious virus, misinformation about the virus, reasons to consider the vaccine, and alternative treatments she prescribed her patients early on as well as other alternatives being used and their efficacy.
[00:02:14] Who is Kimberly Shelton? [00:03:43] What is Functional Medicine & Why is Dr. Shelton Passionate About It? [00:06:51] Dr. Sheltonâs Patient Supplement Regimen Before The Vaccine. [00:08:20] Dr. Shelton Explains Types of Coronavirus And Covidâs Relation To Sars [00:09:38] Immune System & Diet and Exercise [00:13:52] Keeping the Virus in the Upper Respiratory System [00:17:27] Covid Long Hauler Symptoms [00:18:33] Dr. Shelton on the Vaccine [00:21:50] Alternative Medication Being Used Like Plaquenil or Hydroxychloroquine & Ivermectin & More [00:24:17] What Is Monoclonal Antibody Infusion? [00:28:03] Take Cold and Allergy Symptoms Seriously. [00:32:41] Letâs Look At The Studies [00:35:40] Doctors Looking At The Science
Functional Medicine & Why Dr. Shelton Decided to Practice:
Functional medicine is a way of thinking, a way of approach that looks not at just a patientâs prior diagnosis of disease but their condition based on a set of symptoms. Functional medicine looks beyond that to the cause and looks at trends in their personal history and tries to put the whole story together. So looking at the patient from a more holistic perspective and looking at the systems and mechanisms behind the progression of certain symptoms rather than just the end game, which is the symptom of the condition itself. Dr. Shelton early on in her career, found there to be an overuse of prescriptions, procedures, and surgeries as the answer to treatment without trying to view the patient holistically looking at their health and wellness over time and the lack of education for patients around their ability to heal naturally (not in all cases, of course).
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It has been said, "If you do what you love, you will never work a day in your life." But for so many of us, we are in the Matrix and have failed to realize that we are not pursing our purpose. This is a follow up episode from Dr. V's Covid Epiphany and the Great Resignation. We speak to Jerome Myers, the Preeminent Authority on Dream Realization and Chief Inspiration Officer of Dream Catchers, to discuss the psychology behind why we stay and some of the effects on her health by staying stuck. Learn about how to "Take the Red Pill", Learned Helplessness and the levels you need to address to live a life of meaning and purpose. Note: If you haven't seen the movie, The Matrix, you will need to watch it for homework.
[00:02:38] Jerome Tells His Story [00:10:21] Jerome is Flipping Houses and It Opens a Door [00:13:14] Jeromeâs Dream Comes True [00:15:47] The Majority of Us Decided Who We Were Going to Be Around 6 Years Old [00:18:51] The Matrix as A Metaphor [00:22:15] Jerome Explains The Six Levels [00:27:08] 70% of Doctors Visits Are Due To Stress [00:38:12] Learned Helplessness Explained [00:46:05] How to Get in Touch with Jerome [00:46:37] Jerome Describes A Bit About His Journey Taking the Red Pill [00:50:18] Jerome Briefly Explains An Overview of His Book And Why It is Important
Learned Helplessness:
Jerome explains learned helplessness as an addiction to a paycheck. People with learned helplessness are waiting for somebody to send them money every week or every other week or once a month, whatever the pay cycle is, instead of convincing themselves that they can go out there and offer the world something that they will compensate them for. More importantly, people do not see their value. And so, first, they must get clear on what their gift is, what they are really good at. What do people seek them out for? And that thing, if packaged the proper way and put in front of the right person will command some income, but what are you good at? So, the starting point is getting quiet and actually thinking about what are people seeking you for?
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The global pandemic caused by Covid changed the course of my life. The hustle and grind of a thriving Ob/Gyn practice was no longer appealing after I realized what was most important to me. Millions of other Americans have made the same choice to leave their jobs, which is being called The Great Resignation. Living out my priorities has boosted my health and happiness, which has started me on a path to doing and achieving things I never thought possible. Be inspired by following your heart's desire.
[00:01:55] Dr. V is Retiring from Private Practice [00:03:49] How the Pandemic Changed Dr. Vâs Perspective [00:06:44] Why Dr. V Decided Not to Just Do Obstetrics [00:08:03] The Great Resignation [00:11:17] Is Starting Her Health & Wellness Enterprise Courageous [00:15:33] Dr. V Noticed a Void in Medicine And Explains Lifestyle Medicine [00:17:29] 52 Saturdays with Dr. V Plus Craig [00:20:10] How Dr. Vâs Daughter and Husband Feel About Her Change [00:25:16] Dr. V Discusses How God is Leading Her in This Journey.
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Postpartum Depression. Anxiety. Mental illness. The shame and silence around these topics is heart breaking, especially when there is a way out. Dr. V has an eye opening discussion with her friend and neuropsychiatrist, Dr. Samantha Suffren of Women's Transitional Healthcare in Charlotte, NC. Dr. Suffren freely shares her encounter with postpartum depression and how to recognize when your unhappiness may be something more serious. She also educates us on how to use the healthcare system to address our mental health needs.Â
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Patients always ask me, âWhen should my daughter start going to the ob/gyn?â Or âshe has _____ and I want her to see you.â Most often, if your daughter has a gynecologic problem, her first stop should not be the Ob/Gyn. It should be the pediatrician. This episode addresses the concerns my patients have about their daughters. Three caring, compassionate pediatric providers answer our questions. Join Tasha Dial, MD, Kirsten Goolsby, PA and Racquel Tonuzi, MD for an enlightening view into the health issues of our children.
03:33 - Puberty can be a really confusing time for adolescents, especially girls. With this in mind, itâs extremely important to talk to your kids about puberty from a very young age. This makes them psychologically prepared for the changes that they will experience and makes it easier for them to open up on any issues they might encounter. Unfortunately, many parents donât know how to talk about these issues with their kids, and thatâs why Dr. V. invited three experts for this episode to talk you through the entire process.
05:19 - Sadly, birth control automatically equals sex for most people. However, thatâs far from the truth. From a medical perspective, birth control methods have two main uses, prevent pregnancy and take control of a womanâs menstrual cycle. Some girls experience horrendous menstrual cycles, which, for a teenager, can be overwhelming. So, if your childâs quality of life is being affected by her menses, itâs time you considered using some type of birth control.
12:20 - The pandemic has affected every aspect of our lives, yet we seem to forget a group of people that have also been severely affected, our kids. Sometimes parents rarely recognize that their kids are suffering from mental health issues until itâs too late. Dr. V. believes that responsible parents can never be too busy for their kids. Itâs your duty as a parent to monitor your kids and look out for worrying signs such as withdrawal or self-harm. That said, always try and create a conducive environment to have those difficult conversations. And if your child approaches you with troubling topics, the least you can do is lend a listening ear.
16:42 - We all know that puberty is characterized by several changes such as mood swings. So, how can parents differentiate and deal with puberty mood swings and depression-related mood swings? Dr. V. believes that mothers need to cultivate that unique mother-daughter relationship where girls can comfortably open up to their mothers. This way, youâll be able to teach your daughters reasonable ways to articulate their frustrations and fears. Nonetheless, sometimes things can get a little tense, and itâs up to you to give your child time to cool off, which allows you to have meaningful conversations.
20:09 - Even with its proven track record, some people are yet to adopt the HPV vaccine fully. This is because there are still a lot of misconceptions and lies surrounding the vaccine. The good news is that the past couple of years have witnessed a reduced number of cervical cancer cases. If you are the parent of a kid below the age of 15, make it a point to get him or her vaccinated. Vaccines act as preventive measures; thus, it would be best if you protected your kid while you still have control over their decisions.
26:30 - Even though we all enjoy technological advancements, some aspects of technology, like social media, still need monitoring. Without the appropriate monitoring, your kids can and will consume content that weâd otherwise not tolerate. Even though youâd like to give your kids some privacy, it still makes sense to monitor the type of content they are into. Start by teaching them how to safely use the internet, and if possible, block some apps and websites on their phones.
33:20 - Over the last two years, especially during lockdowns, the number of obese children has dramatically increased in the U.S. However, the problem has been with us ever since Michelle Obama was First Lady, and it will continue plaguing us unless we do something about it. Dealing with child obesity has to start with the type of foods we make available in our houses.
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Menopause. Perimenopause. Do you have to be sweaty, moody, forgetful with a spare tire around your waist? Not necessarily. The average age of menopause is 51, some start before and some start after. Learn how you can make this time a new phase of life and not a hardship.
00:30 - For the most part, both men and women view menopause as a death sentence. The misconceptions, rumors, and negative beliefs associated with menopause make it an unbearable concept once a woman hits 45. Well, itâs not a death sentence, neither is it a disease, and Dr. V. is here to tell you why itâs perfectly normal to have pre and post-menopausal symptoms.
01:30 - Medically, menopause is described as a one-year period when a woman fails to experience her regular menstrual flow. The ovaries are one of the places where estrogen is made, and by the time a woman hits menopause, estrogen levels will have gradually dropped by a whopping 95%. Consequently, the uterine wall, which develops as a result of estrogen stimulation, does not grow as much as it used to. Thus, a womanâs periods become lighter and lighter until they eventually stop. Once you start experiencing lighter to no menses, it would be best if you kept track of your periods because any post-menopausal bleeding can be a sign of something serious.
06:10 - Perimenopause is the time before and after menopause where a woman starts to experience symptoms marking the end of her reproductive years. Unfortunately, just because your periods have stopped doesnât necessarily mean that your menstrual symptoms will also stop. Symptoms like hot flashes and night sweats can go on for years, which might force you to seek professional help. You might also experience symptoms such as vaginal dryness, mood swings, memory loss, low sex drive, joint pain, or low metabolism.
10:44 - Menopause is inevitable, and whether we like it or not, every woman must pass through this stage. As a woman, it helps to be physically and mentally prepared for menopause. The symptoms will be there, and itâs up to you to start changing certain aspects of your life. To do this, start by exercising, having regular sleep patterns, reduce stress, and maintain your weight. Not everything has to be fixed using a pill; somethings can be fixed by just eating healthy.
12:07 - By eating healthy, Dr. V. talks about avoiding processed and deep-fried foods and instead adopting a plant-based diet. In particular, Dr. V. advises women to start consuming soy because soy has been proven to stimulate estrogen receptors the same way the ovary does. Back then, it was believed that soy consumption caused cancer. However, a recent soy study quashed all the misconceptions with findings pointing to several benefits, such as a 45% reduction in symptoms of hot flashes. If youâre experiencing severe bouts of hot flashes, you might want to consider incorporating soy into your diet.
20:36 - When it comes to treating menopausal symptoms, most people prefer using pills as a quicker and easier option. Dr. V. is not against taking pills in severe cases, but she believes that people should consider other options before taking medication. She particularly believes that if everybody, including men, were to exercise regularly, we could potentially see a drop in the number of people booking medical appointments. Dr. V. further explains why exercising is essential for women whoâve reached menopause since the reduction in the bodyâs metabolism rate can lead to a sudden weight gain.
25:55 - Next to puberty, menopause is the other increasingly stressful time in a womanâs life, so itâs normal to be a little anxious. However, seeking quick fixes is something that should be avoided at all costs. Back in the day, women experiencing menopausal symptoms used to take estrogen and progesterone, similar to vitamin pills. Recent studies have pointed out that when taken together, estrogen and progesterone increased a personâs chances of suffering a stroke or heart attack. By itself, estrogen is not as bad as when combined with progesterone.
38:24 - As earlier mentioned, menopausal symptoms can also include mood swings, which can significantly affect your social life. Your doctor might recommend antidepressants, which, interestingly, also help reduce hot flashes. So, if youâve been experiencing hot flashes and can not take hormone replacements, you need to consider antidepressants.
Dr. Vâs message to you today is that menopause is not the end of everything. Your sex drive might take a hit, and you may experience sudden mood swings, but that doesnât mean you should stop living a normal life. Menopause is just a transition that all women must go through.
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Yeast or BV? Which one could it be? FYI-BV is Bacterial Vaginosis. In these 2 episodes, you'll learn how to know when Houston has a problem with your vaginal discharge.
00:30 â In part two of our Itchy and Fishy topic of discussion, we discuss the Itchy part-- a yeast infection. As mentioned in part 1, BV is very common among women, but yeast comes in a close second as far as vaginal infections are concerned. In fact, yeast is so common that there are actually over-the-counter medications in almost every pharmacy.
01:47 â Normally, yeast is characterized by a thick white vaginal discharge that comes out daily with the likelihood of the infection becoming worse. The second symptom is actually the topic of today's discussion-- severe itching. Yeast patients often find themselves scratching the areas around the vulva because with a yeast infection comes a burning sensation that can be quite uncomfortable. If not treated early enough, the scratching can weaken the vulva leading to severe ulcers.
03:18 - According to Dr. V., the best way to go about treating the yeast infection is by seeking help as soon as possible because the longer you wait, the harder it will be to get rid of the yeast. The thing to note about yeast infections is that 25% of the tests done might not show a yeast infection; thus, your doctor might be forced to rely on some other symptoms to come up with a diagnosis.
07:28 â According to Dr. V., yeast infections can be caused by a lot of things. If you find yourself time and time again coming down with a yeast infection, then you need to consult your doctor. One common disease that might lead to a yeast infection is diabetes. If you have a lot of extra sugar in your system, you are more likely to get a yeast infection because yeast thrives on excess sugar.
09:24 - Over the years, Dr. V. has noticed that a lot of women tend to apply lotion or perfume to the regions around the vulva due to several different reasons. However, lotion and perfume have been known to alter the vagina's pH of the vagina, leading to a yeast infection. So, if you ever find yourself scratching after applying these products, that's your cue to stop because you might be causing more harm than good.
10:28 - As you probably already know, herpes can also lead to a burning and itching sensation. With most people associating the itching with a yeast infection, many people tend to self-diagnose and self-treat a potential herpes infection as a yeast infection. Dr. V. blames this sorely on the availability of over the counter medication. Dr. V. advises women not to rush when self-diagnosing a potential yeast infection because yeast and some other STDs have many symptoms in common.
14:03 â We all want to live happy and healthy lives. However, having an itchy vulva is not what comes to mind when we think about happiness. So, if you are unsure about the itchy feeling you've been struggling with, it would be best if you consult your doctor immediately. Dr. V. concludes the episode by again mentioning the demerits of douching. As mentioned in the previous episode, douching can potentially alter your vaginal pH, thereby leading to a yeast infection.
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Yeast or BV? Which one could it be? FYI-BV is Bacterial Vaginosis. In these 2 episodes, you'll learn how to know when Houston has a problem with your vaginal discharge.
00:35 - In episode 1 part 1 of the Itchy and Fishy discussion, Dr. V talks about Bacterial Vaginosis or BV for short, is a bacterial disease that is not necessarily an STD but behaves a lot like a typical STD. As mentioned in the previous episodes, vaginal discharge during ovulation is normal, and it's something that shouldn't worry you one bit. However, with BV, Dr. V explains that the vaginal discharge is usually heavy, white, and produces a fishy odor. The foul smell is the symptom you need to look out for if you suspect that you might have BV.
07:00 - BV normally thrives in an environment where your vaginal pH is higher than normal. So, the way to treat BV is by using antibiotics that return your pH to normal. A word of caution from Dr. V is that you should try as much as possible not to drink alcohol when taking antibiotics because alcohol is known to cause sickness if ingested together with antibiotics. Another thing to keep in mind is that BV recurrence is mainly caused by people not completing their doses. The common trend among patients is that immediately a person feels better, that's the last day they take their medication. If you never want to produce that fishy smell ever again, not finishing your medication should be the last thing on your mind.
10:35 - Back in the day, women used to douche their vaginas in preparation for going to church or special occasions. While this was considered normal, these women increased their chances of getting BV because, according to Dr. V, douching potentially tampers with the normal vaginal pH. Another way of keeping your vaginal pH stable is through using a condom. Tests done on semen have found that semen has the capability to alter a woman's vaginal pH. On matters prevention, Dr. V concludes by highlighting the demerits of running a bubble bath. Sometimes taking a bubble bath might not be good for you because Dr. V believes that the more you bubble bath, the more you run the risk of tampering with your pH.
14:10 - Although BV is not sexually transmitted, the common thing between BV and an STD is that the pH is usually impacted. Dr. V goes on to explain that BV is normally harmless to pregnant women but is known to cause early labor. If you feel like you might have BV during pregnancy, the wisest thing to do is talk to your doctor. Don't self-diagnose or self-treat against BV using over the counter drugs. This is because BV sometimes shares similar symptoms with other STDs, making it impossible to differentiate unless properly tested. If you feel like you might have BV, please make a point of visiting your doctor first.
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Please listen to this episode! Please! Get your joy back, if you have Herpes, and if you don't, learn more about this infection. Merry Christmas!
01:34 - Although herpes can affect everybody just like the other STDs, it should not be treated as a common STD since there is usually a lot of stigmas, shame, and miscommunication surrounding herpes. After contracting the disease, you'll probably start seeing a blister or an ulcer around your genital area, which is usually very painful. The pain is usually because herpes loves making camp in the nerves. In extreme conditions, patients can sometimes get a fever or general body weakness.
04:21 â Like most STDs, the only way to get herpes is through skin to skin contact or sex. And by sex, Dr. V refers to everything that involves sexual organs, so that also includes both anal and oral. The bad thing about herpes is that it can sometimes be asymptomatic, which means a person can have it and not know about it. Dr. V advises people to seek medical help as soon as they notice any symptoms or feel like they might have come into contact with an infected person.
07:30 - In order for your doctor to test for herpes, they will take samples from the blisters. If you don't have blisters on your genital area, your doctor will instead draw blood and test it for herpes.
10:20 â Physical treatment of herpes is usually straightforward, your doctor only has to deal with the blisters, and you'll be fine in no time. However, the emotional part of it is sometimes hard since the fact that herpes will be with you all your life is something most patients struggle to accept. There are three reasons why doctors treat herpes. The first one is to prevent an outbreak. If you have herpes outbreaks they can attack you every once in a while and doctors have a medication for treatment. The second reason is to prevent you from transmitting the infection to other people. The third reason is to protect your unborn child from contracting herpes.
14:47 â As earlier mentioned, once you contract herpes, you'll have it all your life since there is currently no cure. This means that a lot of people tend to stigmatize people with herpes forgetting that contracting herpes is not the end of life. In fact, the CDC states that the anxiety and stigma surrounding genital herpes does not reflect the severity of the disease. Although herpes is incurable it is not as detrimental as some other diseases with life-threatening consequences. Dr. V believes herpes does not define an individual negatively, because many people have been known to live happy and healthy lives just like normal people with herpes.
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Human Papilloma Virus. What is it? Why do I have it? Take a breath, relax, and learn how it can affect you and what you can do about it.
01:17 - While it might be a new term to most men, a lot, if not all women know what HPV is. HPV stands for Human Papillomavirus, a common STI with Dr. V confirming that a staggering 80% of adults will get HPV at some point in their life. Dr. V goes on to address the infidelity issue concerning HPV. Since HPV is known to reactivate itself even after treatment, a partnerâs infidelity should not be judged primarily through an HPV infection.
04:02 - Just like every other STD, the only way to contract HPV is by coming into physical contact with an infected person or through sex. Condoms are usually a recommended prevention measure, but as you might probably know, they are usually not 100% effective.
04:40 - Dr. V stresses that cervical cancer from HPV is preventable. A point to note about cervical cancer is that it takes years before the infection can become cancerous. As earlier mentioned, condoms are not very effective in preventing HPV, so Dr. V emphasizes the need for abstinence and faithfulness. Although those two measures are easier said than done, they are the surest way to protect yourself against HPV.
07:19 - The past few years have witnessed a decrease in the number of patients coming down with HPV. This is because the HPV vaccine launched a couple of years ago is proving to be effective. The vaccine is so effective that the cut off age to get the vaccine has increased to 45 years.
08:21 - Unless advised by a professional doctor, pap smears should be started at 21 years of age. This is because, at 21, most women are usually sexually active. Since the body can naturally deal with foreign materials in your body in a 1-year time frame, many doctors are advising their patients to get pap smears every 3 years. Disclaimer: Every patient is different and should consult with their doctor about any changes in their health care plan.
10:41 - Most cancerous cells can be easily dealt with if detected early enough, and the same is true for cervical cancer. Cervical cancer cells take years before eventually becoming cancerous so Dr. V advises her patients to look out for signs such as pre-cancerous cells which can be easily dealt with if detected early enough. In severe cases, medics might be forced to remove your uterus and the cervix, but youâll still need to get a pap smear every three years to prevent any reactivation of the HPV cells.
12:17 - Although warts are usually highly infectious, Dr. V admits that she rarely meets patients suffering from warts. However, that doesnât mean that warts arenât real. The good news is that warts are easily treatable, and patients have been known to be feeling better in no time.
13:03 - HPV is real, and although a lot of people have it, itâs not a death sentence. Since it might take a couple of years before HPV can cause cancer, it pays to contact your health provider early enough to get the necessary tests done. Dr. Vâs message for you today is that you need to free yourself from anxiety and worry about HPV. You are not alone, there is help.
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Your period should not be disruptive to your life. If you can't eat, sleep or go to work/school because of it, that's a problem. If you have to pack a bag, wear different clothes, or avoid certain activities, your period is too heavy or painful. You might not know what a normal period is because you may not have discussed it with anyone. That's why you have Dr. V.
02:00 - Today's topic is one of the issues that Dr. V believes would require a whole podcast series to cover period or the more technical term menses. While most people seem to have regular menses, the few that don't tend to lead frustrated lives. But how do you define normal periods? According to Dr. V, if you have painful, long, heavy, or irregular menses, then there's a problem. Menses are a part of a woman's life, and if by any chance your menses are disrupting your life, then it's time you seek professional help.
04:10 - During ovulation, the body modifies itself to receive sperms by preparing the uterine walls. If fertilization doesn't take place, then the body is forced to get rid of the uterine wall, and that's what comes out during menstruation.
05:12 - A lot of reasons can lead to abnormal periods. The number one cause, however, is fibroids. Although not cancerous, fibroids are abnormal tumors that tend to grow in a womanâs uterus. The interesting thing about fibroids is that about 70% of women have them, and about 90% of African American women have them too. Fibroids that develop within the uterine cavity may distort the lining of the uterus, which could potentially cause heavy flow and irregular menstruation.
06:50 - Endometriosis is another known cause of irregular menses. What happens during endometriosis is that the endometrium implants itself in different parts of the body, such as the intestines or stomach. When this happens, the woman involved usually faces longer cycles since the body has more tissues to shed. Endometriosis was low-key in the past but has been gaining ground for the past couple of years.
08:08 - Irregular ovulation can sometimes lead to abnormal periods. The most common factor leading to irregular ovulation is obesity. With the number of people suffering from obesity increasing daily, Dr. V is worried that the number of women who might experience irregular ovulation might be on the rise. Dr. V admits that while it might be hard to lose weight, it's doable and well within your control.
11:08 - To understand what's making you have irregular menses, Dr. V normally performs a couple of tests and starts with the physical exam where she examines your belly for any abnormal tissues. The second procedure is usually the internal pelvic exam which gives medics a lot of information about what's happening inside you. In extreme circumstances, Dr. V might recommend surgery so that they can go in and find out what's bugging you.
11:25 - Anemia can also sometimes cause irregular menses. Anemia is a condition in which the body's hemoglobin count is below the normal count based on age and sex. People with heavy menses are more susceptible to anemia since the high amount of blood lost contains iron, and if not replaced, can lead to anemia. If you are anemic, visiting your doctor might be the fix you need to get rid of those irregular periods.
13:10 - According to Dr. V, before you even get a doctorâs appointment, change your lifestyle. What you eat and how you live are a significant determinant on how your menses behaves. Change your diet, avoid processed foods, start exercising, and stop drinking milk, if your problems persist, please seek medical help.
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What is the cervix? What is mucus? This is one of the common things I see in women that I know is normal but they don't. You don't need an antibiotic to fix normal. It's something that every woman has and it has a purpose.
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01:31 - When you visit your doctor, you'll have to part with a specific amount of money unless you're there for your annual wellness check. After several years in the industry, Dr. V noticed that some women actually visit their doctors complaining of entirely normal stuff. Issues like vaginal discharge are familiar to every woman, yet some women will still schedule an appointment to get the discharge looked at.
02:10 - Most women don't understand that vaginal discharge is a crucial element of their menstrual and reproductive cycles. It's not their fault, though, since these topics are usually not taught in schools, so women have to figure it out on their own. If you notice some form of mucus discharge from your vagina, that's just the usual stuff. However, if by chance the mucus is either smelly, itchy, or has a weird color, then it's time to schedule that appointment.
02:50 - The cervix is one of the most important body parts in the female reproductive system. The most common roles played by the cervix are keeping the baby safe during pregnancy, dilating to let the baby out during birth, and most importantly producing mucus. According to Dr. V, the mucus produced not only welcomes the sperms deposited into the vagina but also regulates temperature and ph inside the vagina.
04:13 - Women who would like to use natural birth control techniques can use mucus discharge as a sign of ovulation and therefore abstain from sex. Other than delicate breasts, clear egg-white like discharge is a sign that you're ovulating and couples looking to get pregnant can also take advantage of that. Dr. V being a woman, she goes through the same things as every other woman out there. So, she goes on to describe that at first, the mucus will be clear but after some time turn thicker and yellowish, which is a clear sign that you've ovulated.
05:40 - The only time you won't see any mucus is when you're not on any birth control medications or not ovulating. Women past their menopause are also less likely to produce any mucus since their bodies are not able to make any more babies so their reproductive system kind of shuts down.
09:15 - Dr. V's message to you today is that, as a woman, it's up to you to take the initiative to learn about your body. Doctorâs appointments are pretty expensive, so you need to start learning what's expected by tracking the different cycles in your body.
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I am a busy doctor, wife and mother. Get to know me and why I love you so much that I wanted to create a podcast. My prayer is that something said on this podcast will get you started on a path to your optimal health and wellness.
00:36 - This being the first episode of the Office visits with Dr. V podcast, Dr. V starts by outlining what inspired her to start the podcast. The fact that she wasn't sure about what to talk about didn't stop her from following her dream of starting a podcast. So, armed with her husband's advice, she decided to treat this podcast like a job interview and tackle issues she couldn't cover in a typical doctor's appointment.
02:08 - Every person's career journey is unique; Dr. V's journey is no different. Having taken a gap year before joining campus, she decided to work for a non-profit organization called the Public Allies. Dr. V admits that the real-life work experience she got while working with that organization helped her realize what she wanted to do with her life.
03:13 - Dr. V's mother was a pediatric nurse, and that's how she got to learn about the wonderful world of medicine. At one time during her teenage years, she stumbled upon four books about the human body. One of the books was about the reproductive process, which, to her, was like reading and watching porn. She was fascinated by how the human body works and the entire process of how a baby comes into being.
05:15 - There was a time during her undergrad days when Dr. V was faced with a situation which most people will view as somewhat awkward. One of her athlete friends struggled to put on a tampon, and Dr. V had to talk her through how best to put on a tampon. This experience helped her realize that women don't know a lot about their bodies. It was high time someone took the initiative to educate women about how unique their bodies are.
06:18 - When Dr. V got into private practice, she found out that some of her patients were having difficulties dealing with their mental and physical ailments. Although some patients could hardly afford a doctor's appointment, most, if not all of them wanted someone to listen to them. This, in turn, prompted Dr. V to become the doctor who gets to know her patients better before treating them. She describes that the talks she has before getting into a patient's problems help ease the room's tension and enhance that patient-doctor relationship.
09:35 - In this part of the conversation, Dr. V is not happy with how some women know very little about their bodies. Dr. V states that some women would book a doctor's appointment claiming to have an unhealthy vagina while it was just normal cervical mucus. Although Doctor Google can sometimes have misinformed diagnostics, Dr. V believes that it's always beneficial to know about some of the common issues women face.
12:14 - The medicine world is always changing to accommodate new strategies and information to help people live better lives. With the introduction of Lifestyle medicine, Dr. V found out that 80% of chronic ailments can be prevented by the mere shift in how we live. Although some conditions like age are things we cannot control, according to Dr. V, changing how we eat, drink, and exercise can significantly enhance our lives' quality.
15:15 - The pillars of health, as described by Dr. V, are nutrition, exercise, sleep, and connection. Although most people downplay the benefits of a great connection, having a good connection with your family or society can significantly improve the way you live. Dr. V goes on to applaud her husband, who has been of great help in her medicine journey.
17:40 - As a parting shot, Dr. V narrates how she has always been fascinated by the human body and just how great our bodies are. Just like everybody is unique, everyone has a different purpose in life. With that in mind, Dr. V explains that her purpose is to become an instrument that brings peace and purpose to people both for the body and soul. As an active member of her church and taking on the role of minister of health and wellness, she realized that helping people get well and live healthy lifestyles is what she calls her calling.
18:30 - Dr. V's message to you today is that God wants you to live a better life. Although you might sometimes be faced with situations out of your control, the things you can deal with should be dealt with accordingly. Your body has been designed to heal itself, but it can't do it on its own. So, go out there, live your life, and start embracing a healthy lifestyle.
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