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Episode 104: A Holistic Approach to Joint Pain and Mobility with Dr. Joshua Schacter

February 13th, 2025  |  33 mins 57 secs

anti-inflammatory diet, dietary modifications, dr. joshua schacter, functional medicine, holistic approach, inflammation, joint health, joint pain, lifestyle management, musculoskeletal issues, nutrition optimization, obesity, orthopedic surgery, platelet-rich plasma (prp) therapy, stem cell therapy, wichita falls

Today, Dr. Robert Whitfield chats with Dr. Joshua Schacter, an orthopedic surgeon based in Wichita Falls. They dive into how functional medicine can be woven into orthopedic practices, especially when it comes to joint health and how our lifestyle choices affect our musculoskeletal system. Dr. Schacter is all about taking a holistic approach, looking at the bigger picture by tackling underlying health issues like inflammation and metabolic health to help avoid major surgeries. They talk about making changes to your diet, exploring cutting-edge treatments like PRP and stem cell therapy, and how mindfulness can play a role in managing pain. Tune in to hear about a shift in orthopedic care, including more comprehensive, patient-focused practices.

Episode 99: Navigating the Complex World of Supplements with Dennis Wong, B.Sc. (Pharm.), FAARFM, CCN, ABAAHP, IFMCP

January 9th, 2025  |  30 mins 3 secs

absorption, active forms of nutrients, b vitamins, clinical nutrition, dennis wong, detoxification, functional medicine, glutathione, health supplements, liposomal formulations, patient-centered care, quality of supplements, synthetic vs. natural supplements

Have you ever wondered why some supplements work wonders while others fall flat? In this episode, we dive deep into the supplement market's complexities. Today, Dr. Robert Whitfield speaks with Dennis Wong about the complexities of the supplement market and patient-centered care. With his wife, Cindy Yap-Wong, a fellow pharmacist, Dennis co-founded CinDen Pharmacies, creating a community-focused healthcare hub that combines advanced compounding, functional medicine, and clinical nutrition.

Dennis emphasizes the importance of quality in supplements and the challenges patients face in choosing the right products. The conversation covers the significance of absorption, the role of active forms of nutrients like B vitamins, and the importance of detoxification. Be sure to tune in!