Today, Dr. Priya Jaisinghani joins us to cut through the headlines. We move beyond the "cheating" narrative and explore the biology of obesity as a chronic disease. We discuss the phenomenon of "Food Noise"—the constant mental static about eating—and why silencing it is a matter of brain chemistry, not willpower.
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In Part 1, we established that psychiatry often treats a metabolic crisis as a simple chemical imbalance. Today, Dr. Matt Bernstein returns to give us the solution. This episode is a masterclass on the ketogenic diet—not for weight loss, but as a critical medical intervention for serious mental illness. We explain why a "starving brain" (insulin resistance) leads to psychiatric symptoms and how ketones serve as a clean-burning alternative fuel that bypasses broken glucose pathways.
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Join Dr. Altamash Raja and Dr. Darsh Shah on Medicine Redefined as they introduce Dr. Darren Candow, a leading researcher on creatine supplementation. The episode dives into the benefits of creatine, not just for muscle performance, but also for brain health, bone density, and cardiovascular health. Addressing myths and misconceptions, the conversation highlights creatine's potential role in cognitive function, aging, cancer prevention, and post-concussion recovery.
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Join hosts Darsh and Altamash as they sit down with Dr. Allison Grimaldi to dive deep into the complexities of hip pain and the latest research in the field. In this episode, Dr. Grimaldi sheds light on the challenges of diagnosing and treating hip issues, the anatomy of the hip joint, and the critical role of gluteal tendinopathy.
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We are back with a powerhouse guest, Dr. Shawn Arent, for part 1 of a series on hormone optimization. From cortisol misconceptions to insulin fearmongering, they cut through the noise with science-backed insight into performance, recovery, and stress physiology. You’ll rethink everything you’ve seen on social media about hormones.
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We welcome back Dr. Jeremy Boyd for a deep dive into one of the most debated injuries in sports medicine: the ACL tear. Building on our previous conversation around philosophy and mindset in rehab, this one gets tactical—real tactics, real strategies, and real challenges.
Dr. Jeremy Boyd, founder of Trifecta Therapeutics, a sports rehabilitation and performance practice with three locations in Southern NJ/Greater Philadelphia, is residency and fellowship trained and board-certified in Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy. As a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists (FAAOMPT), he demonstrates advanced skills in diagnosing and treating complex neuromusculoskeletal conditions, utilizing a comprehensive approach that integrates advanced manual therapy and psychological considerations. Dr. Boyd's expertise is trusted by elite athletes from the NFL, NBA, MLB, and the Olympics, and he has a particular interest and focus on ACL injuries and rehabilitation within his practice.
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Dr. David Wiss, a registered dietitian with a PhD in Public Health from UCLA and a minor in Health Psychology. David is the founder of Nutrition in Recovery and the creator of the Wise Mind Nutrition app, which blends nutritional psychology, behavioral change, and trauma-informed care. His work sits at the cutting edge of nutritional psychiatry, functional medicine, and public health—and today’s conversation will leave you thinking deeply about how food shapes not just our bodies, but our minds, behaviors, and even our societal structures.
Altamash and Darsh are back to discuss current events. Topics covered in the episode include:
Irene Davis, PhD, PT, is a Professor in the School of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Science in the Morsani College of Medicine at the University of South Florida. Prior to this, she was the founding Director of the Spaulding National Running Center in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Harvard Medical School.
EC Synkowski is a nutritionist, CrossFit Level 4 Coach, and the owner of OptimizeMe Nutrition. EC is the creator of the #800gchallenge and #LazyMacros. Her podcast TheConsistencyProject is a medium for education where she elaborates on the nuances of nutrition and translates evidence-based scientific data into practical solutions for everyday success.
Irene Davis, PhD, PT, is a Professor in the School of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Science in the Morsani College of Medicine at the University of South Florida. Prior to this, she was the founding Director of the Spaulding National Running Center in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Davis received her Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from the University of Massachusetts, and in Physical Therapy from the University of Florida.
Asare Christian, MD is a board-certified Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation physician who practices musculoskeletal and pain medicine in Wayne PA. He also has an academic appointment with the University of Pennsylvania PM&R Department. He received his medical degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin and completed residency training at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He also received his masters in public health from the Harvard School of Public Health with a concentration in health policy and management.
Dr. Kathryn Schmitz is a distinguished figure in the field of exercise oncology, renowned for her tireless efforts to improve the lives of cancer survivors through the integration of physical activity into their treatment and recovery. Dr. Schmitz's academic journey led her to earn a Ph.D. in Kinesiology and Exercise Science from the University of Minnesota.
Robert Bowers, DO, PhD, joins the show to discuss PRP (platelet-rich plasma), baseball medicine, the role of the team physician, and the future of orthobiologics and sports medicine.
