I AM Well, MD
Wellness. Doesn't sound exciting, does it?
And yet, it's foundational to being able to live a truly vibrant, empowered life.
Many of us walk the earth every day feeling like something's not quite right. Everything on the outside is amazing - the job, the house, the car, the 2.5 kids, the dog. But internally, there's something missing...
What could it be?
This podcast is for those of you who are ready to open Pandora's box, explore who you are, learn, heal, and empower yourself. Let's go!
Dr. Tanikella practices General Pediatrics, Integrative Medicine, and is an expert in Mind-Body medicine. She has traveled the world to learn more about the intersection where mind, body, personal beliefs, and motivation meet. She is founder and CEO of Integrative Approaches to Mastering Wellness, where she brings the wisdom of mind body medicine and the power of life coaching together to help her clients break through their glass ceilings.
Want to learn more?
Visit Dr. Tanikella at iamwellmd.com. Join her mailing list to be the first to learn about her newest offerings!
Episodes
48 episodes
Episode 48 - Improving Healthcare Together with Tenay Benes
This episode features Tenay Benes, speaker, author, intelligence officer, and healthcare innovator, who shares her lived experience navigating trauma, military service, psychiatric injury, chronic illness, and ultimately, systemic reform.
Episode 47: Relational Health across the Lifespan with Dr. Debbie Raphael
In this episode of I AM Well MD, we explore relational health across the full lifespan with Psychiatrist, Dr. Debbie Raphael. From early childhood through adulthood and into aging, this conversation unpacks how attachment, autonomy, va...
Episode 46: Environmental Health with Dr. Aly Cohen
We’re joined by Dr. Aly Cohen, a nationally recognized expert in environmental health and integrative rheumatology. Dr. Cohen helps us unpack what “toxins” actually are, how everyday chemical exposures affect the immune and endocrine systems, a...
Episode 45: How to be Bold with Dr. Ranjay Gulati
What does it really mean to be bold not performatively, but existentially?In this powerful episode of The I AM Well MD Podcast, Dr. Santi Tanikella sits down with Dr. Ranjay Gulati, Harvard Business School profess...
Episode 44: The Domino Effect of Co-Regulation with Lisa Danahy
What if the calm you cultivate could ripple out to every person you encounter?In this episode, Dr. Santi Tanikella MD sits down with Lisa Danahy, an educator, yoga therapist, and founder of Create Calm, whose work has transformed classro...
Episode 43: "Hey, wait!" with Jay Moon Fields
What happens when the stories you learned as a child about what it means to be “good,” “kind,” or “easy to love” become the very patterns that keep you stuck in one-sided relationships as an adult? In this deep resonating episode of...
Episode 42: The Importance of Delegation with Emily Morgan
In this insightful episode of The I AM Well, MD Podcast, Dr. Santi Tanikella sits down with Emily Morgan, Delegation & Productivity Expert, Founder & CEO of Delegate Solutions, and author of Let It Go!Emily has ...
Episode 41: Reclaiming Identity despite Adversity with Dr. Jimmy Turner
What happens when success on paper comes at the cost of losing yourself?In Episode 41 of the I AM Well MD Podcast, Dr. Santi Tanikella sits down with Dr. Jimmy Turner, anesthesiologist, author, podcaster, and coach to unpack wha...
Episode 40: Mini-Retirements with Jillian Johnsrud
In this inspiring episode, Jillian Johnsrud shares how the unconventional choice of taking “mini-retirements” has allowed her to design a life of freedom, adventure, and deep purpose. By 40, Jillian had taken over a dozen mini-retirements that ...
Episode 39: Financial Planning to Combat Burnout with Sarah Catherine Gutierrez, CFP, CRPS
In this eye-opening episode, financial planner and author, Sarah Catherine Gutierrez, CFP®, CRPS®, unpacks the hidden role that money stress plays in burnout. Drawing from her work with over 1,000 physicians and 25,000 financial wellness partic...
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Episode 38: The Mindset for Longevity with Dr. Gina Clark
What if living longer wasn’t just about adding years to your life but adding life to your years? In this episode of the I AM Well MD Podcast, Dr. Gina Clark joins us for a deeply insightful conversation on aligning your health...
Episode 37: Reclaim your Time, Reclaim your Joy with Dr. Mary Leung
In this inspiring episode, I sit down with Dr. Mary Leung, a board-certified physician and a certified life coach who is passionate about helping stressed and overwhelmed physicians reclaim their joy and time.Dr. Leung shares her ...
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Episode 36: Mind Training with Ravinder Taylor
In this enlightening episode of the I AM Well MD Podcast, we welcome Ravinder Taylor, a distinguished researcher, author, and expert in the field of self-help and mind training. For over 30 years, Ravinder has been a guiding light for individua...
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Episode 35: Conscious Leadership with Dr. Vanessa Calderón
In this transformational episode, Executive Performance Coach, Dr. Vanessa Calderón, dives into the science and soul of conscious leadership. Drawing from her Harvard-level education, neuroscience background, and two decades guiding global exec...
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Episode 34: Creating Meaning and Purpose with Dr. Jordan Grumet
In this thought-provoking episode, we’re joined by Dr. Jordan Grumet, MD, physician, author, and host of the award-winning Earn & Invest Podcast. Together, we dive into the intricat...
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Episode 33: Brave Boundaries - Radical Strategies to Take Back Your Time with Dr. Sasha Shillcutt
In this empowering episode, Dr. Sasha Shillcutt joins us to unpack the transformative power of setting boundaries, especially for women in demanding roles. With wisdom rooted in her own journey and extensive work with thousands of p...
Episode 32: Imposterism & Perfectionism with Dr. Amna Shabbir
In this deeply reflective and empowering episode, Dr. Amna Shabbir joins us to unpack two silent but powerful forces that often affect high-achieving professionals: imposterism and perfectionism. With heartfelt honesty, Dr. Shabbir shares her p...
Episode 31: Living with Intention with Dr. Sharon Stein
In today’s episode of the I AM Well MD podcast, we are thrilled to welcome Dr. Sharon L. Stein, MD, FACS, FASCRS, a renowned colorectal surgeon, educator, and leader in the field of surgery. Dr. Stein brings a wealth of knowledge and a powerful...
Episode 30 - Redefining Financial Wellness: Women, Wealth, and the Power of Transparency with Amanda DeCesar and Amber Schiffert
In this empowering episode of the I AM Well MD podcast, Dr. Santi sits down with Amanda DeCesar and Amber Schiffert, the dynamic co-founders of TARA Wealth, a financial planning firm rooted in transparency, authenticity, and real advic...
Episode 29 - A Holistic Approach to Mental Health with Dr. Kristine Goins
In this episode, Dr. Kristine Goins, Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist, shares how she transformed the ashes from her burnout into the greatest gift ever. We explore how our fear is often rooted in the opinions of others or our own self-p...
Episode 28 - Mom Guilt
In this episode, I'll be delving into the pervasive issue of mom guilt that affects mothers across all walks of life. While guilt feels burdensome, it's actually an emotion that is symbolic of how much you care for your children. We will ...
Episode 27 - Love to the New Mamas out there!
Welcome to Episode 27 of the podcast, "Love to the New Mamas Out There!" In this heartfelt episode, I’m reaching out to all the amazing new and expecting moms, sharing wisdom, encouragement, and some real talk about the journey of moth...
Episode 26 - Love, Power, & Equality
Have you been having some trouble navigating the emotional aftermath of the recent election results? Me too. We can all easily see the writing on the wall: there are definitely going to be some societal challenges coming up ah...
Episode 25 - The Masks We Wear
It’s Halloween! While the kids are gearing up in their costumes, ready to take on magical roles, I’m thinking about the masks we all wear—not just on Halloween, but in our everyday lives. From superheroes to witches, kids transform in an instan...