Every once in a while I come across a physician who is so inspirational and does the most meaningful work in medicine.  So, I always jump at the chance to interview them.   Dr. Elda Fisher is one of those doctors.  Now, t...

Like so many others, I used to cringe when my parents or others would talk about sex. And it wasn't really until I was in my professional life helping others find solutions to difficulties or dissatisfaction in their own sex lives that I develo...

I was so pleasantly surprised by the conversation I had with Dr. Keira Barr.  I thought this would be a discussion about which products to use and how to wash and things to avoid and when to seek a dermatologist.  Ya know, the standar...

If you have chronic pain or know someone who has, chances are you have heard of Fibromyalgia.  But not many people know exactly what it is or where it comes from.  In fact, many patients and doctors alike have doubted whether or not F...

FOOD IS MEDICINE!   It's about as ancient a remedy as we have.  But since pharmacology became a mainstream treatment, it seems that using our diet to help ourselves has fallen by the wayside.  Luckily we have friends like Dr. Bas...

Have you ever felt stuck?  Like you should feel grateful for what you have in your life but there's something tugging at you saying "there's more?"    Have you felt like you want to improve, change, grow, feel better / happier / ...

Time Management is not usually considered a health topic.   But like so many episodes on this podcast, we are talking about making lifestyle changes in order to optimize our health, wellness and happiness.  Time freedom is an invaluab...

You know I love advocating for accessibility and equity in mental healthcare, so I was especially excited to speak with Dr. Alison Baum.  She is a Family Physician living with Bipolar Disorder and has been brave enough to share her story f...

We don't often think of money as a health topic, but being savvy with our finances can not only impact our quality of life, but can be really important in case of a medical emergency.  In this episode Dr. Elisa Chiang and I had such a grea...

I am such a fangirl in this episode.  Seriously, Dr. Hala Sabry is one of the most prominent names in medicine, and for good reason!  Not only has she created a network of over 116K women physicians but she has used her leadership pos...

This is a good one that I know lots of people need to hear, myself included.   So many of us lack the skills or the confidence to establish boundaries which can make or keep us unhealthy, unhappy and unfulfilled.  Luckily, the friends...

We've spoken extensively about the harmful effects of chronic stress, but in this episode Board Certified  Radiologist Dr. Robyn Tiger and I discuss how learning complete self-care can reverse symptoms, improve functional capacity, quality...

Most people have heard of the most common tick-borne illnesses like Lyme & Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever.  Many have heard of Ehrlichiosis, Babesiosis & Tularemia.  But most doctors aren't even familiar with one of the most rec...

You know that little voice in your head saying you can do better or more?  That you're not good enough, successful enough?  That you aren't worthy of what you have or that you should feel guilty for wanting more? Women ha...

You've made it! You have the career, the partner, the family you envisioned. But you're heavy, exhausted & you keep hearing that voice in your head & your heart. It's quiet at first, but  grows as time passes.  It's saying:&nb...

I know, I know… no one wants to talk about death and dying.  But in this episode, Board Certified Hospitalist Dr. Ciri Press and I tackle this tough topic - End of Life Planning & Advance Directives. We are breaking down your options a...

Have you ever tried to become a runner?  How many times have you started and stopped and started again only to find that it doesn't stick?  The answer for me is countless. ***************In this episode, Pediatric...

In this episode, Dr. Judith Borger and I discuss Botox & Fillers including answers to the following questions:- What procedures does Dr. Borger do in her practice?- How did Dr. Borger transition from a Pediatric Emergency Medici...

In this episode, Dr. Funke Afolabi-Brown and I discuss How to Get the High Quality Sleep You Dream Of, including answers to the following questions:- As a Pediatric Pulmonologist, how did Dr. Brown become interested in Sleep Medicine as...

In this episode, Dr. Sheila Carroll and I discuss Approaching Weight Issues in Children including answers to the following questions:- How did Dr. Carroll get into coaching children and their families improve their weight?- How does...

In this very special episode, my own doctor Dr.  Alexander Kofinas & I discuss Unexplained Infertility & Recurrent Pregnancy Loss including answers to the following questions:- How did Dr. Kofinas identify my condition &...

The incidence of autoimmune conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, celiac disease, psoriasis, thyroid disease and even diabetes has skyrocketed.  They can present with a wide constellation of symptoms, both vague and specific, but can be di...

WELCOME TO SEASON 3!  I'm so happy you're here. In this episode, Dr. Stephanie Freeman and I discuss The Global Effects of Stress including answers to the following questions:- How has the stress of the pandemic affect...

Dr. Fernando is back to give us an update as we enter into 2022.We discussed all things...- Omicron- Vaccine safety for kids- Boosters- Travelling safely- Navigating the holidays- Predictions for 2022For more...

Each year 1 in 5 women will experience a mental health condition such as depression, anxiety, PTSD and so many others.  Women are twice as likely as men to experience any of those conditions, yet are less likely to seek treatment for their...