Medicine Redefined

Louisa Nicola joins the show to discuss the world of neuroathletics - where brain health and physiology intersect with performance. Louisa Nicola is a Sydney University trained neuroscientist and neurophysiologist. She is the founder of Neuro Athletics, where she serves as a performance advisor to professional athletes, teams, health tech companies, and more. She currently lives in NYC and focuses on bringing a unique and fresh voice to the most complex machine in the world - the human brain - through her podcast, The Neuro Experience. Neuro Athletics Newsletter Instagram Twitter

In this episode, Darsh and Altamash dive deep into Curcumin and Ayurvedic Medicine with their guest Shivani Gupta.  Dr. Gupta is the CEO of Fusionary Formulas. She is also a researcher, author, and advocate for Ayurvedic medicine. She obtained her bachelor's of business administration from Babson College. Subsequently, she completed her master's and Ph.D. in Ayurvedic sciences. She is an expert in blending the science of Ayurvedic Wisdom into Modern Life. In this episode we discuss the following: Shivani's introduction to Ayurvedic medicine  Her inspiration for advanced education in Tumeric and the genesis of her company  Curcumin, Ashwagandha, and other mainstream herbal supplements  The future of supplements and the integration of Ayurvedic medicine into Western Medicine.  Follow Shivani Instagram @dr.shivanigupta Shivani's Website Fusionary Formulas

Dr. Yvonne Burkart, a board-certified toxicologist and chemical safety expert, discusses the hidden dangers of hormone-disrupting chemicals in everyday products. She emphasizes the importance of awareness about environmental toxins and their effects on health, particularly in women. Yvonne shares practical strategies for reducing exposure, from navigating cosmetic safety to choosing cleaner alternatives for home use. The conversation also delves into the relationship between toxins and obesity, promoting science-based wellness while advocating for informed consumer choices.

Dr. Altamash and Dr. Darsh share their thoughts on navigating the crazy world of social media - what to follow and how to trust anyone in a world full of misinformation. Layne Norton 9 Influencer Bullsh*t Tenets

Wes Pfiffner is the Director of Business Development at Joovv, a company that gets red light therapy to the masses. In this episode, we delve into the mechanism of red light therapy, its benefits, applications, research, and future. Science of Red Light Therapy

Dr. Nicole Harkin, board-certified cardiologist and lipidologist who founded Whole Heart Cardiology, discusses lipid testing, ApoB and Lp(a) importance. She covers coronary calcium scoring, statin strategies and emerging therapies. Nutrition, plant-forward diets, sleep, exercise and stress management are highlighted as core lifestyle pillars for heart prevention.

Jon Appino from Contract Diagnostics joins the show to discuss the basics of physician contracts.  In this episode, we introduce the topic of physician contracts. Jon's background and the genesis of Contract Diagnostics  When is it too early to look for a job? How to structure contracts in the distant future  Communication with potential employers All things compensation and compensation structures Three essentials for first-time attendings when reviewing their first contract

Drs. Raja and Shah discuss the link between sugar and hyperactivity in children. Since many will still have some Halloween candy leftover AND as we are heading into Thanksgiving and the holidays, we thought it would be an interesting topic to delve into. Effects of Diets High in Sucrose or Aspartame on The Behavior and Cognitive Performance of Children Meta-analysis: The Effect of Sugar on Behavior or Cognition in Children Effects of sugar injection expectancies on mother-child interactions

Drs. Jeffrey and Michelle Shukhman, DOs, join the show to talk about all things obesity. Currently, in the US, obesity rates are as high as 40%. It is a global pandemic with massive consequences. Unfortunately, there isn't adequate education given to providers. Luckily. the Shukhmans created Obesity Made Simple, a course for providers that earns them CME. In this episode we discuss: - What is obesity and what causes it? - The science of obesity - Lifestyle and pharmacological approaches Instagram A Chemical Hunger - Obesity Mystery

Dr. Raj Dedhia, MD, MSCR, is the Director of the Sleep Surgery Division at the University of Pennsylvania. He is a leading researcher and surgeon in the field of sleep apnea - studying better ways to predict response to obstructive sleep apnea surgery as well as the effects of current therapies on patient health. Dr. Dedhia obtained his medical degree from Northwestern University and trained in Otorhinolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. He completed Sleep Medicine fellowship at the University of Washington. Snore Lab App Sleep Cycle App CPAP vs. Oxygen in Obstructive Sleep Apnea - Research Paper Inspire Sleep Apnea Surgery Inspire Sleep Apnea Surgery Penn Sleep Surgery Instagram