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Never miss another webinar! Signup here: https://imahealth.org/weekly-webinars/Learn more: https://www.imahealth.org/tapering-off-ssriMillions of people are prescribed SSRIs, but few are ever told what it takes to stop. In this eye-opening conversation, IMA Co-Founders Dr. Paul Marik and Dr. Joseph Varon sit down with psychiatrist and tapering expert Dr. Josef Witt-Doering to expose the truth about antidepressants, dependency, and how patients can take back control of their mental health.Founder of The Taper Clinic and a leading voice in psychiatric withdrawal care, Dr. Witt-Doering shares the most surprising things he’s learned working with real patients—what happens when people try to quit, why so many suffer in silence, and how mainstream psychiatry has failed to prepare anyone for long-term outcomes.• Donate: https://imahealth.org/donate/• Follow: https://imahealth.org/contact/• Webinar: https://imahealth.org/category/weekly-webinars/• Treatment: https://imahealth.org/treatment-protocols/• Medical Disclaimer: https://imahealth.org/about/terms-and-conditions/About IMA (Formerly FLCCC Alliance)The Independent Medical Alliance™ is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization and coalition of physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals united by a mission to restore trust and transparency in healthcare. The organization’s mission is one driven by Honest Medicine™ that prioritizes patients above profits and emphasizes long-term wellness and disease prevention through empowerment of both physicians and their patients. With a focus on evidence-based medicine, informed consent, and systemic reform, IMA is driving a movement to create a more compassionate and effective healthcare system.For more information about the Independent Medical Alliance, visit www.IMAhealth.org

How can parents navigate vaccine decisions with confidence?Sign up for weekly webinars: https://imahealth.org/weekly-webinars/ This week on the IMA Weekly Show, host Dr. Elizabeth Mumper is joined by Dr. Paul Thomas and DeeDee Hoover, co-authors of Vax Facts, for an important conversation about informed consent, vaccine choice, and why parents’ voices matter in the exam room.• What informed consent should look like in real-world pediatric visits• How parents can prepare for vaccine appointments ahead of time• What to say when they feel pressured, rushed, or dismissed• A practical role-play demonstrating how to stay calm and clear under pressure• Why parents’ voices matter in medical decision-makingMany parents walk into pediatric appointments wanting the same thing: clear information, honest answers, and the freedom to make thoughtful decisions for their children. Too often, they leave feeling rushed, pressured, or afraid to speak up.Drawing on decades of pediatric experience and family advocacy, Dr. Thomas and Hoover discuss how parents can prepare for vaccine conversations, ask better questions, and respond with confidence when they feel pressure in the exam room. The episode also explores the emotional side of these experiences and how they can shape future decisions.This is a conversation for parents, grandparents, and caregivers who want to better understand their options and approach pediatric care with greater clarity, calm, and confidence.Aired Wednesday, April 08, 2026.Also:• Donate: https://imahealth.org/donate/• Follow: https://imahealth.org/contact/• Webinar: https://imahealth.org/category/weekly-webinars/• Treatment: https://imahealth.org/treatment-protocols/• Medical Disclaimer: https://imahealth.org/about/terms-and-conditions/About IMA (Formerly FLCCC Alliance)The Independent Medical Alliance™ is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization and coalition of physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals united by a mission to restore trust and transparency in healthcare. The organization’s mission is one driven by Honest Medicine™ that prioritizes patients above profits and emphasizes long-term wellness and disease prevention through empowerment of both physicians and their patients. With a focus on evidence-based medicine, informed consent, and systemic reform, IMA is driving a movement to create a more compassionate and effective healthcare system.For more information about the Independent Medical Alliance, visit www.IMAhealth.org

How do we care for patients who once believed changing their gender was the answer, only to find themselves in need of medical care, support, and acknowledgment?This week, IMA Head of Medical and Scientific Affairs and host Dr. Ryan Cole was joined by IMA Senior Fellow in Pediatrics Dr. Katherine Welch, pediatric critical care nurse and founder of The Center for Bioethics and Culture Network Jennifer Lahl, RN, and detransitioner Forrest Smith for an important conversation on the often untold medical, psychological, and legal realities of detransitioning.Together, they examined the gaps in care, recognition, and follow-up that many detransitioners now face, and considered what a more honest, compassionate, and patient-centered response should look like.• Discussion points included:• Why detransitioners are so often overlooked or dismissed• The ongoing medical, psychological, and legal challenges they may face• Where meaningful support, better care, and real progress are beginning to emergeAired Wednesday, April 03, 2026.Also:• Donate: https://imahealth.org/donate/• Follow: https://imahealth.org/contact/• Webinar: https://imahealth.org/category/weekly-webinars/• Treatment: https://imahealth.org/treatment-protocols/• Medical Disclaimer: https://imahealth.org/about/terms-and-conditions/About IMA (Formerly FLCCC Alliance)The Independent Medical Alliance™ is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization and coalition of physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals united by a mission to restore trust and transparency in healthcare. The organization’s mission is one driven by Honest Medicine™ that prioritizes patients above profits and emphasizes long-term wellness and disease prevention through empowerment of both physicians and their patients. With a focus on evidence-based medicine, informed consent, and systemic reform, IMA is driving a movement to create a more compassionate and effective healthcare system.For more information about the Independent Medical Alliance, visit www.IMAhealth.org

How has one of the world’s darkest industries remained hidden in plain sight?What does that silence say about the institutions that failed to stop it?On this episode of Honest Medicine, Dr. Ryan Cole, IMA Head of Medical & Scientific Affairs, spoke with Jan Jekielek, author and Senior Editor with The Epoch Times, about his book, Killed to Order.Together, they examined the evidence surrounding China’s state-directed organ harvesting system and the broader questions it raises about medical ethics, government power, and global silence.In this episode, they discussed:• what Killed to Order reveals about forced organ harvesting in China• how this system operated for years with too little public scrutiny• what these abuses reveal about corruption, censorship, and human rights• why the medical community and the public cannot afford to look awayAired Wednesday, March 25, 2026.Also:• Donate: https://imahealth.org/donate/• Follow: https://imahealth.org/contact/• Webinar: https://imahealth.org/category/weekly-webinars/• Treatment: https://imahealth.org/treatment-protocols/• Medical Disclaimer: https://imahealth.org/about/terms-and-conditions/About IMA (Formerly FLCCC Alliance)The Independent Medical Alliance™ is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization and coalition of physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals united by a mission to restore trust and transparency in healthcare. The organization’s mission is one driven by Honest Medicine™ that prioritizes patients above profits and emphasizes long-term wellness and disease prevention through empowerment of both physicians and their patients. With a focus on evidence-based medicine, informed consent, and systemic reform, IMA is driving a movement to create a more compassionate and effective healthcare system.For more information about the Independent Medical Alliance, visit www.IMAhealth.org

Measles is back in the headlines, and with it a wave of fear, confusion, and half-answers. This episode looks past the rhetoric to a question that matters deeply to families and clinicians alike: What does the evidence actually say about treating measles once someone is sick, in both children and adults?Sign up for weekly webinars: Weekly Webinars - Independent Medical Alliance Host Dr. Elizabeth Mumper, Senior Fellow, Pediatrics at the Independent Medical Alliance, is joined by two co-authors of a new peer-reviewed systematic review in Antiviral Research titled “Acute Management of Measles: A Systematic Review of Therapeutic Strategies.” Her guests are Dr. Joseph Varon, IMA President, and Matthew Halma, IMA Director of Research.Together, they walk through what decades of published research already tell us about measles treatment and why so few parents and even clinicians have heard about it.They cover:• Why this systematic review was needed and what question it set out to answer• Key findings on Vitamin A, ribavirin, interferon-alpha, IVIG, and supportive nutrients• What measles tends to look like clinically in children and how it can differ in adults• Whether treatment-focused research has been overlooked or crowded out by vaccine-only messaging• How to think clearly about immunity from infection versus immunity from vaccination• Practical, evidence-informed steps families can take if measles is circulating, including when to seek urgent medical care• For parents, pediatricians, and front-line clinicians, this conversation offers a calm, evidence-based look at what can be done during measles illness, not just before it.Aired Wednesday, March 11, 2026.Also:• Donate: https://imahealth.org/donate/• Follow: https://imahealth.org/contact/• Webinar: https://imahealth.org/category/weekly-webinars/• Treatment: https://imahealth.org/treatment-protocols/• Medical Disclaimer: https://imahealth.org/about/terms-and-conditions/About IMA (Formerly FLCCC Alliance)The Independent Medical Alliance™ is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization and coalition of physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals united by a mission to restore trust and transparency in healthcare. The organization’s mission is one driven by Honest Medicine™ that prioritizes patients above profits and emphasizes long-term wellness and disease prevention through empowerment of both physicians and their patients. With a focus on evidence-based medicine, informed consent, and systemic reform, IMA is driving a movement to create a more compassionate and effective healthcare system.For more information about the Independent Medical Alliance, visit www.IMAhealth.org

What does it cost to stand on principle when everything around you says stay quiet?Sign up for weekly webinars: https://imahealth.org/weekly-webinars/In this week’s show, Dr. Ryan Cole led a bold and personal conversation about courage in modern healthcare and what it truly means to stand firm when pressure mounts.He was joined by Dr. Joseph Varon, Professor of Medicine and President and Chief Medical Officer of the Independent Medical Alliance, and Chris Ekrem, MBA, FACHE, former hospital CEO and healthcare executive.Chris introduced Cowboy Ethics, including live each day with courage, finish what you start, ride for the brand, and always do what is right. He also explained what it means to be a “Daniel” in healthcare today and why the system needs more leaders willing to take that stand.Together they explored:• Standing firm when institutions push back• Drawing the line before it is too late• When walking away becomes integrity, not failure• Why some things in medicine must never be for sale• How accountability restores trustThe episode also highlighted IMA’s Ethics & Values Declaration and its commitment to Patients Over Profits, because principle must be lived, not merely declared.Aired Wednesday, March 04, 2026.Also:• Donate: https://imahealth.org/donate/• Follow: https://imahealth.org/contact/• Webinar: https://imahealth.org/category/weekly-webinars/• Treatment: https://imahealth.org/treatment-protocols/• Medical Disclaimer: https://imahealth.org/about/terms-and-conditions/About IMA (Formerly FLCCC Alliance)The Independent Medical Alliance™ is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization and coalition of physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals united by a mission to restore trust and transparency in healthcare. The organization’s mission is one driven by Honest Medicine™ that prioritizes patients above profits and emphasizes long-term wellness and disease prevention through empowerment of both physicians and their patients. With a focus on evidence-based medicine, informed consent, and systemic reform, IMA is driving a movement to create a more compassionate and effective healthcare system.For more information about the Independent Medical Alliance, visit www.IMAhealth.org

In this week’s show, we asked a critical question about heart health:Most people focus on cholesterol and blood pressure.But what if those numbers don’t tell the full story?Sign up for weekly webinars: Weekly Webinars - Independent Medical Alliance On the IMA Weekly Show, Dr. Mollie James, Senior Fellow with the Independent Medical Alliance, was joined by:• Robert Long, CEO and Co-Founder, Genesis Health Sciences; President, Glycocalyx Research Institute• Dr. Hans Vink, Professor of Circulatory Physics, University of AmsterdamThey discussed why traditional markers may miss early risk, what COVID revealed about endothelial injury, and how emerging diagnostics are changing preventive cardiiology.Originally aired Wednesday, February 25, 2026.Also:• Donate: https://imahealth.org/donate/• Follow: https://imahealth.org/contact/• Webinar: https://imahealth.org/category/weekly-webinars/• Treatment: https://imahealth.org/treatment-protocols/• Medical Disclaimer: https://imahealth.org/about/terms-and-conditions/About IMA (Formerly FLCCC Alliance)The Independent Medical Alliance™ is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization and coalition of physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals united by a mission to restore trust and transparency in healthcare. The organization’s mission is one driven by Honest Medicine™ that prioritizes patients above profits and emphasizes long-term wellness and disease prevention through empowerment of both physicians and their patients. With a focus on evidence-based medicine, informed consent, and systemic reform, IMA is driving a movement to create a more compassionate and effective healthcare system.For more information about the Independent Medical Alliance, visit www.IMAhealth.org

Ancient herbs. Acupuncture. Thousands of years of observation now meeting modern clinical evidence.Traditional Chinese Medicine has been practiced for millennia — but how does it translate into modern patient care? In this episode, Dr. Ryan Cole, IMA Senior Fellow, speaks with Dr. Kristina Carman, IMA Senior Fellow, Nutritional and Holistic Health, and Dr. Adylle Varon, IMA Senior Fellow, Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, about integrating TCM principles into contemporary functional and holistic practice.The discussion explores how thoughtful integration can expand a clinician’s toolkit while remaining patient-centered and evidence-informed.They cover:• What Traditional Chinese Medicine really is — and what it is not• The TCM diagnostic approach and how it differs from conventional models• Targeted herbal support for hormones, thyroid health, stress, and gut health• Practical clinical application examples• Why integrating TCM with functional medicine may enhance patient outcomesThis episode offers practical insight into how ancient wisdom continues to inform modern healthcare.Also:• Donate: https://imahealth.org/donate/• Follow: https://imahealth.org/contact/• Webinar: https://imahealth.org/category/weekly-webinars/• Treatment: https://imahealth.org/treatment-protocols/• Medical Disclaimer: https://imahealth.org/about/terms-and-conditions/About IMA (Formerly FLCCC Alliance)The Independent Medical Alliance™ is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization and coalition of physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals united by a mission to restore trust and transparency in healthcare. The organization’s mission is one driven by Honest Medicine™ that prioritizes patients above profits and emphasizes long-term wellness and disease prevention through empowerment of both physicians and their patients. With a focus on evidence-based medicine, informed consent, and systemic reform, IMA is driving a movement to create a more compassionate and effective healthcare system.For more information about the Independent Medical Alliance, visit www.IMAhealth.org

States across the country have introduced legislation to restore medical choice, protect the doctor–patient relationship, and push back against one size fits all health mandates.In this episode, Dr. Ryan Cole is joined by Leah Wilson, Esq., Executive Director and Co-founder of Stand for Health Freedom, and Leslie Manookian, President and Founder of the Health Freedom Defense Fund, to discuss the Medical Freedom Act Coalition.The discussion covered:• What the Medical Freedom Act Coalition is• Which states introduced legislation during the 2026 session, and the status of each bill• Why state level action is central to the fight for medical freedomAlso:• Donate: https://imahealth.org/donate/• Follow: https://imahealth.org/contact/• Webinar: https://imahealth.org/category/weekly-webinars/• Treatment: https://imahealth.org/treatment-protocols/• Medical Disclaimer: https://imahealth.org/about/terms-and-conditions/About IMA (Formerly FLCCC Alliance)The Independent Medical Alliance™ is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization and coalition of physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals united by a mission to restore trust and transparency in healthcare. The organization’s mission is one driven by Honest Medicine™ that prioritizes patients above profits and emphasizes long-term wellness and disease prevention through empowerment of both physicians and their patients. With a focus on evidence-based medicine, informed consent, and systemic reform, IMA is driving a movement to create a more compassionate and effective healthcare system.For more information about the Independent Medical Alliance, visit www.IMAhealth.org

Peptides are increasingly part of conversations around healing, recovery, and chronic disease care — yet many patients and clinicians still have questions about what they are, how they work, and when they’re most appropriate.In this episode, Dr. Kristina Carman, IMA Senior Fellow, leads a focused discussion with Dr. (JP) Yusuf Saleeby, IMA Senior Fellow in Functional and Integrative Medicine, and Dr. Daniel Bahnmiller, OBGYN and Medical Director, examining how peptides are being thoughtfully integrated into modern clinical practice.Topics include:• How peptides work as signaling molecules• Clinical areas where peptides may offer meaningful benefit• Patient selection and foundational health considerations• Safety, ethics, and long-term thinking• The evolving role of peptides in evidence-informed careA clear, balanced conversation designed to inform, educate, and bring confidence to an evolving area of medicine.Also:• Donate: https://imahealth.org/donate/• Follow: https://imahealth.org/contact/• Webinar: https://imahealth.org/category/weekly-webinars/• Treatment: https://imahealth.org/treatment-protocols/• Medical Disclaimer: https://imahealth.org/about/terms-and-conditions/About IMA (Formerly FLCCC Alliance)The Independent Medical Alliance™ is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization and coalition of physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals united by a mission to restore trust and transparency in healthcare. The organization’s mission is one driven by Honest Medicine™ that prioritizes patients above profits and emphasizes long-term wellness and disease prevention through empowerment of both physicians and their patients. With a focus on evidence-based medicine, informed consent, and systemic reform, IMA is driving a movement to create a more compassionate and effective healthcare system.For more information about the Independent Medical Alliance, visit www.IMAhealth.org

Quality sleep is not a luxury. It is a foundation of healing, resilience, and long-term health.Never miss another webinar! Sign up here: https://imahealth.org/weekly-webinars In this episode of the IMA Weekly Show, IMA Co-Founder and Chief Medical Officer Dr. Joseph Varon was joined by IMA Senior Fellow and Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine Dr. Adylle Varon for an integrative, clinically grounded discussion on sleep health from both Western and Eastern medicine perspectives.They examined how modern science and ancient healing traditions can work together to address sleep disturbances and promote more restorative sleep.This episode covered:• Clinical causes of sleep disruption• Western medical approaches to sleep health• Eastern medicine insights on balance and rest• Integrative strategies to support restorative sleepAlso:• Donate: https://imahealth.org/donate/• Follow: https://imahealth.org/contact/• Webinar: https://imahealth.org/category/weekly-webinars/• Treatment: https://imahealth.org/treatment-protocols/• Medical Disclaimer: https://imahealth.org/about/terms-and-conditions/About IMA (Formerly FLCCC Alliance)The Independent Medical Alliance™ is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization and coalition of physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals united by a mission to restore trust and transparency in healthcare. The organization’s mission is one driven by Honest Medicine™ that prioritizes patients above profits and emphasizes long-term wellness and disease prevention through empowerment of both physicians and their patients. With a focus on evidence-based medicine, informed consent, and systemic reform, IMA is driving a movement to create a more compassionate and effective healthcare system.For more information about the Independent Medical Alliance, visit www.IMAhealth.org

Never miss another webinar! Sign up here: https://imahealth.org/weekly-webinars Mental health care is undergoing a necessary rethink, led in part by physicians like Dr. Josef Witt-Doerring. In this episode of the IMA Weekly Show, Dr. Ryan Cole is joined by psychiatrist Dr. Josef Witt-Doerring, both IMA Senior Fellows, for an in-depth discussion on the forces shaping modern mental health care and what that means for patients moving forward.They explore pharmaceutical involvement in mental health guidelines, ethical concerns surrounding informed consent, and the effects of screen time and emerging AI-based mental health tools. The conversation also addresses seasonal depression and mental health struggles common during winter months.This episode covered:• Pharmaceutical influence on psychiatric guidelines• Informed consent and patient-centered mental health care• The impact of screen time on mental health• AI-driven mental health tools and ethical considerations• Seasonal depression and mental health challengesAlso:• Donate: https://imahealth.org/donate/• Follow: https://imahealth.org/contact/• Webinar: https://imahealth.org/category/weekly-webinars/• Treatment: https://imahealth.org/treatment-protocols/• Medical Disclaimer: https://imahealth.org/about/terms-and-conditions/About IMA (Formerly FLCCC Alliance)The Independent Medical Alliance™ is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization and coalition of physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals united by a mission to restore trust and transparency in healthcare. The organization’s mission is one driven by Honest Medicine™ that prioritizes patients above profits and emphasizes long-term wellness and disease prevention through empowerment of both physicians and their patients. With a focus on evidence-based medicine, informed consent, and systemic reform, IMA is driving a movement to create a more compassionate and effective healthcare system.For more information about the Independent Medical Alliance, visit www.IMAhealth.org

Never miss another webinar! Sign up here: https://imahealth.org/weekly-webinars Recent updates to the U.S. childhood immunization schedule have left many parents with questions. Knowing what’s changed and how it may affect your family can make healthcare decisions feel a little less overwhelming. This episode continues the conversation with a focus on the newest updates parents are navigating now.In this episode, pediatrician Dr. Elizabeth Mumper is joined by Dr. Kirk Milhoan, IMA Senior Fellow and Chairman of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), for a clear and thoughtful discussion on recent changes to the U.S. childhood vaccine schedule. They walk through how recommendations are made and share practical guidance for talking with healthcare providers.This episode covered:-Recent updates to the childhood immunization schedule-How ACIP develops vaccine recommendations-Practical guidance for parents navigating pediatric care-Questions parents may want to ask their doctor-How to stay informed as guidance continues to changeAlso:• Donate: https://imahealth.org/donate/• Follow: https://imahealth.org/contact/• Webinar: https://imahealth.org/category/weekly-webinars/• Treatment: https://imahealth.org/treatment-protocols/• Medical Disclaimer: https://imahealth.org/about/terms-and-conditions/About IMA (Formerly FLCCC Alliance)The Independent Medical Alliance™ is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization and coalition of physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals united by a mission to restore trust and transparency in healthcare. The organization’s mission is one driven by Honest Medicine™ that prioritizes patients above profits and emphasizes long-term wellness and disease prevention through empowerment of both physicians and their patients. With a focus on evidence-based medicine, informed consent, and systemic reform, IMA is driving a movement to create a more compassionate and effective healthcare system.For more information about the Independent Medical Alliance, visit www.IMAhealth.org

Never miss another webinar! Sign up here: https://imahealth.org/weekly-webinars The start of a new year often comes with pressure to overhaul your health overnight. But lasting change doesn’t come from extremes, it comes from small, sustainable habits that build over time.In this episode, Dr. Joseph Varon hosts Dr. Michael Turner and Dr. Kristina Carman for a focused conversation on creating lasting health changes. Topics include sleep, nutrition, exercise, mindset, body feedback, and lab testing before supplementation, centered on building momentum you can maintain all year long.This episode covered:• Practical strategies for sustainable health goals• Sleep, nutrition, and exercise as core pillars• Smarter supplementation guided by lab work• Mindset, digital detox, and long-term momentumAlso:• Donate: https://imahealth.org/donate/• Follow: https://imahealth.org/contact/• Webinar: https://imahealth.org/category/weekly-webinars/• Treatment: https://imahealth.org/treatment-protocols/• Medical Disclaimer: https://imahealth.org/about/terms-and-conditions/About IMA (Formerly FLCCC Alliance)The Independent Medical Alliance™ is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization and coalition of physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals united by a mission to restore trust and transparency in healthcare. The organization’s mission is one driven by Honest Medicine™ that prioritizes patients above profits and emphasizes long-term wellness and disease prevention through empowerment of both physicians and their patients. With a focus on evidence-based medicine, informed consent, and systemic reform, IMA is driving a movement to create a more compassionate and effective healthcare system.For more information about the Independent Medical Alliance, visit www.IMAhealth.org

Never miss another webinar! Sign up here: https://imahealth.org/weekly-webinars In this episode of the IMA Weekly Show, Dr. Elizabeth Mumper was joined by Dr. Kirk Milhoan, Chairman of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), for a focused discussion on recent changes to U.S. childhood vaccine policy.They reviewed updates from the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, including the removal of the CDC’s Hepatitis B recommendation for babies under two months in the United States, and addressed key questions surrounding the childhood immunization schedule.This episode covered:- Recent ACIP updates- Changes to U.S. vaccine recommendations- How vaccine guidance is developed- Informed, patient-centered considerations• Donate: https://imahealth.org/donate/• Follow: https://imahealth.org/contact/• Webinar: https://imahealth.org/category/weekly-webinars/• Treatment: https://imahealth.org/treatment-protocols/• Medical Disclaimer: https://imahealth.org/about/terms-and-conditions/About IMA (Formerly FLCCC Alliance)The Independent Medical Alliance™ is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization and coalition of physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals united by a mission to restore trust and transparency in healthcare. The organization’s mission is one driven by Honest Medicine™ that prioritizes patients above profits and emphasizes long-term wellness and disease prevention through empowerment of both physicians and their patients. With a focus on evidence-based medicine, informed consent, and systemic reform, IMA is driving a movement to create a more compassionate and effective healthcare system.For more information about the Independent Medical Alliance, visit www.IMAhealth.org

Never miss another webinar! Sign up here: https://imahealth.org/weekly-webinars In this episode of the IMA Weekly Show, IMA Senior Fellow Dr. JP Saleeby hosted IMA Senior Fellow Dr. Mollie James for a focused discussion on peptide therapy. Together, they explained what peptides are, how they work, and where they may fit into modern integrative care. The conversation also addressed common questions about benefits, risks, and safe use.This episode covered:A clear explanation of peptide biologyClinical insights into peptides for healing, inflammation, MCAS, and autoimmunitySafety considerations, including for individuals with cancerPeptides that may require added caution based on individual needs• Donate: https://imahealth.org/donate/• Follow: https://imahealth.org/contact/• Webinar: https://imahealth.org/category/weekly-webinars/• Treatment: https://imahealth.org/treatment-protocols/• Medical Disclaimer: https://imahealth.org/about/terms-and-conditions/About IMA (Formerly FLCCC Alliance)The Independent Medical Alliance™ is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization and coalition of physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals united by a mission to restore trust and transparency in healthcare. The organization’s mission is one driven by Honest Medicine™ that prioritizes patients above profits and emphasizes long-term wellness and disease prevention through empowerment of both physicians and their patients. With a focus on evidence-based medicine, informed consent, and systemic reform, IMA is driving a movement to create a more compassionate and effective healthcare system.For more information about the Independent Medical Alliance, visit www.IMAhealth.org

Dr. Joseph Varon on The Lars Larson Show (12-08-2025)

Never miss another webinar! Sign up here: https://imahealth.org/weekly-webinars Cancer is a metabolic disease, and understanding metabolism opens new paths to hope, clarity, and patient empowerment. In this week’s episode, Dr. Paul Marik sat down with international bestselling author and stage IV cancer survivor Jane McLelland to explore how cancer rewires metabolic pathways and what patients can do to influence those processes. Jane shared her personal story, the metabolic framework behind her recovery, and the science that inspired How to Starve Cancer.Their conversation covered the powerful role of nutrition, mitochondrial function, metabolic pathways, and repurposed therapies in shaping patient outcomes. Together, they offered a clear, practical look at why certain cancers rely on specific fuel sources and what steps patients can take to feel more informed, supported, and empowered on their journey.• Donate: https://imahealth.org/donate/• Follow: https://imahealth.org/contact/• Webinar: https://imahealth.org/category/weekly-webinars/• Treatment: https://imahealth.org/treatment-protocols/• Medical Disclaimer: https://imahealth.org/about/terms-and-conditions/About IMA (Formerly FLCCC Alliance)The Independent Medical Alliance™ is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization and coalition of physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals united by a mission to restore trust and transparency in healthcare. The organization’s mission is one driven by Honest Medicine™ that prioritizes patients above profits and emphasizes long-term wellness and disease prevention through empowerment of both physicians and their patients. With a focus on evidence-based medicine, informed consent, and systemic reform, IMA is driving a movement to create a more compassionate and effective healthcare system.For more information about the Independent Medical Alliance, visit www.IMAhealth.org

Never miss another webinar! Sign up here: https://imahealth.org/weekly-webinars Modern men face new health challenges, and new opportunities to thrive.In this week’s episode, IMA Senior Fellow Dr. Kristina Carman hosted fellow IMA Senior Fellows Dr. Ryan Cole and Dr. Brooke Miller for a bold and practical discussion on how men can take control of their health through better testing, balanced hormones, and smarter lifestyle choices.Together, they explored fertility, hormones, nutrition, and metabolic wellness, diving into how comprehensive lab work and individualized care can transform outcomes. The panel also explained how blood biomarkers reveal key insights into male health, why “optimal” levels differ from standard reference ranges, and what men can do today to support long-term vitality.This empowering conversation redefined what men’s health means in the modern era and showed how science, and lifestyle can work together to extend healthspan and performance.• Donate: https://imahealth.org/donate/• Follow: https://imahealth.org/contact/• Webinar: https://imahealth.org/category/weekly-webinars/• Treatment: https://imahealth.org/treatment-protocols/• Medical Disclaimer: https://imahealth.org/about/terms-and-conditions/About IMA (Formerly FLCCC Alliance)The Independent Medical Alliance™ is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization and coalition of physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals united by a mission to restore trust and transparency in healthcare. The organization’s mission is one driven by Honest Medicine™ that prioritizes patients above profits and emphasizes long-term wellness and disease prevention through empowerment of both physicians and their patients. With a focus on evidence-based medicine, informed consent, and systemic reform, IMA is driving a movement to create a more compassionate and effective healthcare system.For more information about the Independent Medical Alliance, visit www.IMAhealth.org

Never miss another webinar! Signup here: https://imahealth.org/weekly-webinars Learn more: ...Independent science is gaining momentum, and it is reshaping the future of medicine.This week, IMA Senior Fellow Dr. Ryan Cole hosted IMA Co-Founders Dr. Joseph Varon and Dr. Paul Marik for a special edition of the IMA Weekly Show celebrating the release of the Journal of Independent Medicine, No. 4.They explored the groundbreaking research featured in the new issue, covering everything from immune health and chronic disease to innovations in metabolic care, oncology, and integrative medicine. The team also discussed how each new edition strengthens the credibility and reach of independent medical research around the world.Together, they discussed:Key findings and emerging trends from the Journal of Independent Medicine, Edition 4Why independent research matters now more than everWhat is ahead for 2026’s special editions on PACVS (COVID vaccine injury) and repurposed drugsHow IMA researchers are contributing to the wider scientific community through peer-reviewed publications and ongoing collaborationsThis inspiring conversation captured the next chapter in independent medicine and showed how collaboration, courage, and curiosity are driving a new era of scientific integrity.• Donate: https://imahealth.org/donate/• Follow: https://imahealth.org/contact/• Webinar: https://imahealth.org/category/weekly-webinars/• Treatment: https://imahealth.org/treatment-protocols/• Medical Disclaimer: https://imahealth.org/about/terms-and-conditions/About IMA (Formerly FLCCC Alliance)The Independent Medical Alliance™ is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization and coalition of physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals united by a mission to restore trust and transparency in healthcare. The organization’s mission is one driven by Honest Medicine™ that prioritizes patients above profits and emphasizes long-term wellness and disease prevention through empowerment of both physicians and their patients. With a focus on evidence-based medicine, informed consent, and systemic reform, IMA is driving a movement to create a more compassionate and effective healthcare system.For more information about the Independent Medical Alliance, visit www.IMAhealth.org