The Baker Health Podcast
Welcome to The Baker Health Podcast, your weekly dose of insight into the world of healthcare and beyond.
Each week, Dr. Zeyad Baker will be sitting down with professionals who offer unique perspectives on healthcare and wellness. Bringing you conversations that will leave you both inspired and informed.
Whether you're a healthcare professional, a Member, or simply curious about the latest trends in healthcare, this podcast is for you.
Episodes
28 episodes
What Makes a Good Pediatrician? | Dr. Alok Patel x Baker Health
What actually separates a good pediatrician from a bad one?Dr. Alok Patel joins Baker Health for an honest conversation about modern pediatrics, identity, parent expectations, misinformation, burnout, and what real care looks like in 2025.<...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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40:32
CDC Autism Flip-Flop? Vaccines, Kids & Trust in Medicine — Dr. "Gator" Warsh
Dr. Joel “Gator” Warsh - pediatrician, integrative medicine doctor, and author of Between a Shot and a Hard Place - joins Baker Health for an open, non-dogmatic conversation on vaccines, autism, and the future of pediatrics.Pediatrician...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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53:33
The Truth About Vaccines: Dr. Paul Offit - The Baker Health Podcast
Dr. Paul A. Offit - pediatrician, vaccine expert, and Director of the Vaccine Education Center at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia joins Baker Health to discuss modern medicine, public health, and the evolving landscape of pediatric care...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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52:45
Grace Farms CEO Adam Thatcher | The Tea That’s Changing the World: Grace Farms
In this Baker Health Podcast episode, Adam, Co-Founder and CEO of Grace Farms Tea & Coffee shares how an 80-acre cultural center in Connecticut is using ethically sourced tea and coffee to inspire change. From supporting women led farms to ...
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Season 2
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Episode 17
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40:42
Briak Kokulak - Real Talk with Dr. E
On this episode, we’re joined by Brian Kokulak. Widely regarded as New Jersey’s premier expert in athletic recovery and the go-to name when careers are on the line.As the founder of Edge Pro Physical Therapy, Brian has built a reputatio...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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22:31
Matthew Holt | The Baker Health Podcast
Join us in this insightful conversation with Matthew Holt, the leading voice in healthcare journalism and analysis; Founder of The Health Care Blog. With decades of experience analyzing the business, technology, and policy sides of healthcare, ...
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1:01:18
Bestselling Author and Healthcare Visionary Dr. Robert Pearl, MD | The Baker Health Podcast
In this episode of the Baker Health Podcast, Dr. Z sits down with Dr. Robert Pearl, MD renowned plastic surgeon, Yale Medical School graduate, professor at Stanford Business and Medical Schools, and the most accomplished physician leader in the...
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Season 2
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Episode 16
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1:04:24
Jared Dashevsky | The Baker Health Podcast
Join us in this enlightening conversation with Dr. Jared Dashevsky, a pioneering figure in healthcare systems engineering. Dr. Jared shares his unique journey from an engineering background to the front lines of medical practice, shedding light...
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Season 2
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Episode 15
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37:56
Navigating Parenthood with Jayne Freeman | Baker Health Podcast
On this episode, we sit down with Jane Freeman, a perinatal expert with over 20 years of experience in pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care. Jane shares her personal journey from becoming a mother to transitioning into childbirth educatio...
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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41:52
The Lonely Entrepreneur’s Guide To Business Success
In this episode of Baker Health Talks, we welcome Michael Dermer, an entrepreneur who revolutionized healthcare by rewarding people for being healthy. Now, he's embarked on a new venture—The Lonely Entrepreneur. We dive into key topics includin...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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1:16:20
From Puberty to Menopause: Understanding Every Stage of Women’s Health
In this episode of Baker Health Talks, we’re thrilled to have Dr. Farris Fahmy from Aster OB/GYN on New York City’s Upper West Side. They delve into the crucial aspects of women’s health, from the onset of puberty through to menopause. They als...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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1:01:52
How Alternative Therapies Are Transforming Self Care
Join us on this episode of Baker Health Talks as we chat with Maria Spear, the owner behind Holistic Beauty Spa in Montclair, NJ. We spoke on how she transitioned from a career in dentistry to launching her own bodywork therapy business. We exp...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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35:40
A Therapist’s Guide to Discussing Divorce and Politics with Your Kids
In this episode of Baker Health Talks, we welcome back our colleague, Dr. Brian Legg, for a deep dive into some of life's most challenging topics. Dr. Legg shares his expert insights on navigating divorce, handling toxic workplace drama, strate...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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51:42
Crafting The Perfect Sleep Routine For Your Needs
This week on Baker Health Talks, we dive into the world of sleep with Dr. Alison Kole. Dr. Kole shares her passion for helping people find their perfect sleep routine and highlights key red flags for potential sleep issues. Tune in and unlock t...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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1:11:46
How Gardening Heals The Mind And Body
In this episode of Baker Health Talks, we welcome Dave Chalek from Sprout NJ. As a passionate horticulturist, Dave shares his insights on healing the earth through gardening. We discuss how to start your own garden at home, the importance of fr...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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45:40
Training Young Dancers As Elite Athletes
In this episode, we chat with Courtney and Ashley Frato, co-owners of The Source Dance Lab in Palisades Park, NJ. They share their story from discovering their passion for dance to falling in love and starting their own studio together. We expl...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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1:06:16
How Psychedelics Are Transforming Mental Health
Discover the profound impacts of psychedelics on mental health and chronic pain relief in our latest episode of Baker Health Talks with Dr. Jeremy Shugar. Learn about his approach to administering ketamine therapy, the importance of the mind-bo...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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1:00:16
How Culture Shapes Childhood Communication
On this episode of Baker Health Talks, join us for a fascinating conversation with Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist Joanne Cazeau. From overcoming her own misdiagnosis as a child to guiding her ”little friends" through speech therapy today...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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1:08:27
How Your Child Can Have The Perfect Smile
Tune into the latest Baker Health Talks with pediatric dentist Dr. Sarah Salama from Dental Arts of Paramus as we dive into the important topic of early dental care. We discuss how to make dental visits enjoyable for kids, effective oral hygien...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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23:43
Myths and Facts About Weight Loss Medications
On this episode of Baker Health Talks, we have on endocrinologist Dr. Rahul Agarwal. He discusses his vast experience with weight loss management, highlighting the evolving landscape of weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Manjaro. We get into to...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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48:51
Psychiatrist Turned Energy Healer
“I meditated for 10 hours every day for 13 years”On this episode of Baker Health Talks, psychiatrist turned energy healer, Donn “Dr. Jay” Wiedershine reveals how meditating every day for 10 hours over 13 years completely transformed his...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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47:34
How Baker Health Is Disrupting Primary Care
“The healthcare system is broken, and this is how we're fixing it.”In our season two premiere, we're joined by none other than the duo behind Baker Health, Dr. Iyad and Dr. Zeyad Baker. They dive into their mission of disrup...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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1:06:50
Baker Health Talks Ep 6: Dr. Z Answers Viewer Questions and Shares Expert Health Tips
Welcome to the latest episode of Baker Health Talks! In Episode 6, the highly esteemed Dr. Z takes the stage to address and answer a myriad of health-related questions submitted by our engaged viewers. Whether you're curious about the lat...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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1:10:44
Baker Health Talk Episode 5: Nurturing Health, Fostering Friendship with Dr. Michael Lamacchia, Chairman of Pediatrics at St. Joseph Children's Hospital
👩⚕️ Welcome back to Baker Health Talk! 🏥 In Episode 5, we are thrilled to have the honor of hosting Dr. Michael Lamacchia, the esteemed Chairman of Pediatrics at St. Joseph Children's Hospital, as our special guest.Join hosts Dr. Z and ...
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1:14:09
Baker Health Talk Ep. 4 - Unmasking Healthcare Misdiagnoses with Iyad Baker
🌐 Welcome back to Baker Health Talk, the show where we unravel the complexities of healthcare with our expert guests. In this eye-opening episode, join our host Dr.Zeyad Baker as he sits down with the insightful Dr. Iyad Baker to delve in...
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