The Dr. Joy Kong Podcast

Today, I have a special episode for you! So many of you have been asking me to react to Bryan Johnson’s video from a few weeks ago where he injects himself with 300 million stem cells, and I have decided to give the crowd what they wanted.In this week’s episode, I’ll be reviewing Bryan’s video, his process, the type of stem cells he injects, and everything in between.I’ll also be discussing the difference between adult bone marrow stem cells and umbilical cord stem cells, why stem cells should be used immediately upon being thawed, the therapeutic efficacy of stem cells and how they work, and more.This episode has been very fun for me to record, so I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.Are you ready?Let’s dive in.Key Takeaways:Introduction (00:00)Bone marrow stem cells vs umbilical cord stem cells (01:21)Why is Bryan’s body not fixing itself? (10:12)How stem cell treatments are performed (18:30)Stem cell rejection (26:55)What to expect after treatment (29:15)The importance of rest after treatment (35:52)Additional Resources:✨ Check out Bryan’s video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MsVIT_54rMU✨ Learn more about how to live a long and pain-free life: www.drjoykong.com --Dr. Joy Kong is a regenerative medicine and anti-aging expert. Her podcast is part of her mission to reduce suffering and elevate happiness. Join us every week for the latest holistic health insights that will help you live a long and pain-free life.

Are you overwhelmed with the amount of stem cell therapies available to you? Then this is the episode for you!Stem cells have incredible potential and a host of applications, and understanding their history and the difference between all the available types of cells –from embryonic to mesenchymal and everything in between, is what will help you make the best out of stem cell therapy.This is why, in this week’s episode of the Dr. Joy Kong Podcast, I’ll be sharing with you everything you need to know (and I mean everything) about stem cells so that you can make informed decisions when it comes to your health.Listen in to discover the rich history of stem cell research, from its infancy in the early sixties to where it is now, the different types of stem cells, the ethics surrounding the use of embryonic stem cells, and more.Are you ready?Then tune in now!Key Takeaways:Introduction (00:00)The history of stem cells (01:21)What are we using now? (09:30)What are the best stem cells for you? (16:04)How our stem cells decline (22:31)How the field is evolving (26:29)Are more stem cells better? (33:52)Additional Resources:✨ Learn more about how to live a long and pain-free life: www.drjoykong.com --Dr. Joy Kong is a regenerative medicine and anti-aging expert. Her podcast is part of her mission to reduce suffering and elevate happiness. Join us every week for the latest holistic health insights that will help you live a long and pain-free life.

If you’ve been wondering what it takes to get a certification in stem cell therapy (and where to go), then this is the episode for you!In it, I discuss our first ever certification program that’s taking place this summer (on the 27th and 28th of July in LA) with a dear friend of mine and a fellow holistic practitioner, Dr. Daniel Pompa.But that’s not all we’ll be talking about.He and I will also be discussing my journey and pioneering in the field of stem cell therapy, the legal and practical aspects of stem cell therapy, real-life success stories from my own patients who have experienced amazing improvements after stem cell therapy, and more. Are you ready for this?Let’s dive in. P.S: We’re also offering a coupon code for anyone following Dr. Pompa for $1000 off the stem cell therapy certification training. Simply go to https://courses.aaict.org/stem-cell-certification and enter code “drpompa” at checkout. Key Takeaways:Introduction (00:00)My stem cell story (01:10)Is stem cell therapy legal? (06:29)How stem cells actually work (10:34)Why you need technical training (17:54)Stem cells for cancer? (24:12)The different applications of stem cell therapy (28:23)Our upcoming certification program (30:00)My very first patient story (33:57)Stem cells for nerve damage (38:55)My stem cell cream (46:01)What about stage 4 cancer? (48:38)Additional Resources:✨ Go to https://courses.aaict.org/stem-cell-certification and use code “drpompa” for $1000 off our upcoming stem cell certification training program. ✨ Learn more about how to live a long and pain-free life: www.drjoykong.com --Dr. Joy Kong is a regenerative medicine and anti-aging expert. Her podcast is part of her mission to reduce suffering and elevate happiness. Join us every week for the latest holistic health insights that will help you live a long and pain-free life.

Do you ever feel like your brain can’t keep up with your day-to-day life? You’re not alone. Many people around the US (and the world) spend their lives feeling slow, sluggish, and like their brains are simply not working well enough.But you don’t have to live like that. You can feel better with quality sleep and the right supplements. So if you want to enhance your verbal fluency, your memory, and your thinking speed, if you want to feel on-point and 100% present and highly focused, without anxiety, jitters and compromised sleep, then this is the episode for you.In it, I sit down with Mark Effinger, who has developed some amazing nootropic supplements that can enhance your cognition, help you focus, and even make you more optimistic.Together, he and I will be discussing how quality sleep can improve your mood, how Mark’s personal experience of loss and addiction motivated him to build his company, the role of deep breathing exercises and power naps in improving brain health, and more.Are you ready for this?Then tune in now!Key Takeaways:Introduction (00:00)Meet Mark (00:49)Are your hormone levels good enough? (07:30)How to enhance your mental performance (14:42)Let’s talk about the ADHD brain (21:35)How to become more optimistic (34:56)What you need for ultimate focus (40:48)Gabalicious vs Xamnar spray (44:34)Can you use nootropics for people with dementia? (56:48)Working with rehab centers (01:00:49)How to enhance your brain health (01:05:01) Additional Resources:✨ To buy Nootopia brain-enhancing supplements, go to bioptimizers.com/joykong and use promo code DRJOY for 10% off your first order.✨ Follow BiOptimizers on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bioptimizers/✨ Learn more about how to live a long and pain-free life: www.drjoykong.com --Dr. Joy Kong is a regenerative medicine and anti-aging expert. Her podcast is part of her mission to reduce suffering and elevate happiness. Join us every week for the latest holistic health insights that will help you live a long and pain-free life.

For those who suffer from difficult health issues, stem cell therapy can feel like a miracle worker and maybe even a little bit of magic. You see, the benefits of stem cells go beyond simple skincare and anti-aging; in fact, stem cells can be used to treat more “serious” illnesses, such as heart disease and orthopedic injuries. Combined with other treatments (such as peptides, ozone therapy, and laser therapy), stem cell therapy can be a powerful addition to your healthcare regimen.Wondering how you can use stem cells to better your life?Then tune in to this episode of the Dr. Joy Kong Podcast. In it, I offer you a deep dive into everything you need to know to use stem cells to enhance your health and well-being. I will be discussing the benefits of stem cell therapy, how it can be applied in medicine, and why a holistic approach can help you become healthier. I’ll also be sharing real-life success stories from my own patients.Are you ready for this tell-all episode?Then tune in now!Key Takeaways:Introduction (00:00)Radical longevity (08:33)How to heal faster (13:19)Stem cells for heart disease? (18:14)Healing bones with stem cell therapy (22:05)Why not all stem cells are equal (24:29)Can athletes benefit from stem cell therapy? (37:17)How often you need stem cell therapy (44:59)Can stem cells reverse aging? (52:52)Stem cell studies on Alzheimer’s patients (56:13)My stem cell cream (01:06:01)Additional Resources:✨ Learn more about how to live a long and pain-free life: www.drjoykong.com --Dr. Joy Kong is a regenerative medicine and anti-aging expert. Her podcast is part of her mission to reduce suffering and elevate happiness. Join us every week for the latest holistic health insights that will help you live a long and pain-free life.

So you’ve heard about all the benefits of stem cell therapy and you know where to go to get started. But, what comes after?What should you expect after your first treatment? And how soon will you start noticing benefits? If you’ve been asking yourself these questions, then you’ve come to the right place, because that is exactly what I’m doing today.In this week’s episode of The Dr. Joy Kong Podcast, I’ll be going over everything you should expect after your stem cell treatment. I’ll be discussing the long-term benefits of stem cell therapy, how it helps with pain relief, why it promotes healing, how long its effect lasts, and more.Are you ready?Tune in now!Key Takeaways:Introduction (00:00)Health is complex (01:03)How stem cell therapy improves health (05:25)Stem cells for dementia? (10:40)How long before you notice the benefits? (15:59)The long-term benefits (19:59)Additional Resources:✨ Learn more about how to live a long and pain-free life: www.drjoykong.com --Dr. Joy Kong is a regenerative medicine and anti-aging expert. Her podcast is part of her mission to reduce suffering and elevate happiness. Join us every week for the latest holistic health insights that will help you live a long and pain-free life.

Most people who have experienced chronic injuries know how horrible they can be. They’re difficult to deal with, they make your day-to-day life harder, and they affect your mental health more than you might think.So, if you could find a way to heal a chronic injury, would you go for it?If your answer is a resounding yes (and I know it is), then this is the episode for you. In it, I sit down with my guest, the brilliant Edward Lord, to discuss how he was able to heal a foot injury through stem cell therapy.Sit down and listen in as he and I discuss the impact of chronic injuries on mental health, how stem cell therapy gave him hope and healing, and more.Edward’s story is not just about physical healing; it’s about overcoming psychological barriers and regaining a love for life. Are you ready for a life-changing conversation?Then tune in now.Key Takeaways:Introduction (00:00)Edward’s injury (00:48)Stem cells for long-term injuries (04:55)Why stories are powerful (09:23)Are we actually prolonging health? (13:24)The importance of education (20:46)How stem cells fix inflammation (30:43)What doctors know about stem cells (38:42) Additional Resources:✨ Follow Edward on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longevitylord/✨ Learn more about how to live a long and pain-free life: www.drjoykong.com --Dr. Joy Kong is a regenerative medicine and anti-aging expert. Her podcast is part of her mission to reduce suffering and elevate happiness. Join us every week for the latest holistic health insights that will help you live a long and pain-free life.

In this episode, Dr. Joy Kong sits down with hormone and integrative medicine specialist Dr. Sara Amirmehrabi of Chara Health to uncover what most doctors overlook: that many modern women’s struggles with mood, memory, weight gain, and intimacy may be rooted in hormone imbalances—not just lifestyle or aging.As part of the Chara Health team, Dr. Sara Amir brings her functional, root-cause approach to hormone replacement therapy, helping patients reclaim energy, joy, and clarity. She and Dr. Joy dive deep into the latest science on perimenopause, estrogen receptors in the brain, and why a tailored HRT protocol can be life-changing for women at any age.Whether you’re in your 30s and feeling off or postmenopausal and afraid to try hormones again, this episode offers science-backed hope. You'll also learn how regenerative medicine like stem cells and peptides can enhance and amplify the effects of hormone therapy—creating a true foundation for anti-aging and vitality.If you’ve ever been told “everything looks normal” but you know something’s not right, this conversation is for you.Additional Resources:Visit My Clinic: Chara Health🌐 https://chara-health.com​📍 9568 Topanga Canyon Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 91311📲 Call (818) 356-8232 or email info@chara-health.com to make an appointment or go to https://www.joykongmd.com and fill out a contact form.Visit My Website: https://www.joykongmd.comGet My Famous Skin Cream CharaOmni: https://www.charaomni.com/ https://www.instagram.com/charaomni/Follow on all social media and Google:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_joy_kong/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stemcelldrjoy/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joy-kong-md-4b8627123Linktree: https://linktr.ee/dr_joy_kongFind Us: https://g.page/r/Cbu0hyTzHokCEAE ____________________ ABOUT DR. JOY KONG: ____________________ Joy Kong, M.D. is a UCLA-trained, triple board-certified physician (American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology, American Board of Addiction Medicine, American Board of Anti-Aging & Regenerative Medicine). Of her many accomplishments, the following are highlights: Founder/CEO of Chara Health USA (formerly known as Uplyft Longevity Center) in Los Angeles, California, where she specializes in stem cell therapy, ketamine therapy, as well as a wide range of therapeutic modalities to enhance overall health and combat diseases in a holistic approach, esp. by enhancing the body’s innate regenerative potentials. Founder/President of American Academy of Integrative Cell Therapy (https://www.AAICT.org), where she provides training to physicians on the science, clinical evidence and safe protocols in Stem Cell Therapy. Published author in scientific journals in regenerative medicine research and developer of unique regenerative medicine products and protocols. Founder/CEO of Chara Biologics, a company dedicated to providing cutting-edge regenerative medicine products in the US and to the global market. Dr. Kong was recognized for her contribution to the field of regenerative medicine and awarded the “Top Doctor of the Year in Stem Cell Therapy” and “Empowered Woman of the Year” in 2019, as well as “Stem Cell Doctor of the Decade” in 2021 by the prestigious IAOTP (International Association of Top Professionals). Dr. Kong’s memoir Tiger of Beijing has garnered tremendous interest, and was named “2020 Book of the Year” from IAOTP and showcased at Time Square. Our content is for informational purposes only and should not be treated as medical or health advice. Please consult with your doctor /healthcare provider if you have any questions about your medical condition.______________________#drjoykong #stemcelltherapy #antiaging

For the longest time, stem cell therapy has been a fairly misunderstood side of holistic medicine. However, things have changed for the better in the last decade, and today, more and more people know about stem cells and their benefits.If you’ve been listening to this podcast for a while, then you know stem cell therapy has amazing anti-aging benefits. You know they can help you stay healthy as you get older, and you know they can make you more vibrant. But there are many things you don’t know, and those are the ones I share with you in this week’s episode of The Dr. Joy Kong Podcast.Listen in as I discuss the gaps in traditional medical education regarding nutrition and integrative health, how stem cell therapy has evolved in the last few years, and why functional medicine is the best answer to the ailments that come with aging.I’ll also be talking about why birth tissue-derived stem cells are more effective and safer than autologous ones, what the future holds for regenerative medicine, the latest advancements in stem cell technology, and more.Want to know how stem cell therapy can transform your health?Then tune in now!Key Takeaways:Introduction (00:00)It all started eight years ago (01:15)Conventional medicine vs functional medicine (03:35)Why I love anti-aging medicine (08:25)Can stem cells repair life? (10:10)The best treatment for the best result (15:00)Why doctors are burning out (20:08)The evolution of stem cell therapy (23:09)Additional Resources:✨ Learn more about how to live a long and pain-free life: www.drjoykong.com --Dr. Joy Kong is a regenerative medicine and anti-aging expert. Her podcast is part of her mission to reduce suffering and elevate happiness. Join us every week for the latest holistic health insights that will help you live a long and pain-free life.

Time and time again, I’ve discussed stem cell therapy and how beneficial it can be, not only as an anti-aging procedure, but also as a health-enhancing one.However, many have been asking me to talk more about it and go into more detail, and well, today, I’ll be answering ALL your questions about stem cell therapy.In this episode, I’m interviewed by the brilliant Brad Kearns. Together, he and I will be discussing how stem cell therapy works, how I’m incorporating functional and anti-aging medicine into my treatments, why I love ketamine therapy, my skincare line, and more.Are you ready to learn how you can age backwards?Tune in now. Key Takeaways:Introduction (00:00)Exploring stem cell therapy (00:50)How does anti-aging work? (09:56)How the industry is growing (20:57)Who can offer stem cell therapy? (27:15)Let’s talk skincare! (31:57)Ketamine therapy (37:09)Additional Resources:✨ Follow Brad on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bradkearns1/--✨ Learn more about how to live a long and pain-free life: www.drjoykong.com --Dr. Joy Kong is a regenerative medicine and anti-aging expert. Her podcast is part of her mission to reduce suffering and elevate happiness. Join us every week for the latest holistic health insights that will help you live a long and pain-free life.