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Tattoos and Telehealth
Hosted by Nicole Baldwin, APRN & Kelli White, APRN. Not your typical health podcast. Tattoos and Telehealth is where two badass nurse practitioners get real about all things telehealth—no scrubs required. Nicole and Kelli  keep it light, unfiltered, and totally not medical advice. Just two gals with ink, insight, and a lot to say. Pull up a chair, grab your coffee (or wine), and let’s talk telehealth.


Medical disclaimer. Please note that the information shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only, and should not be considered medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health regimen, including starting new therapies, supplements, or treatments.

While we discuss cutting edge research, current & advancements in medicine, individual health needs vary, and professional guidance is essential. By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge that neither Nicole, Kelli nor the podcast team is providing personalized medical recommendations.

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Send us Fan Mail Menopause doesn’t just announce itself with hot flashes; it sneaks into your mirror with paper-thin skin, a tighter, drier face, and that telltale “gobbler” neck. We got curious about why midlife skin changes so fast and built a gentle alternative to harsh actives: a custom-compounded cream with estriol, DHEA, collagen, and hyaluronic acid designed for sensitive, perimenopausal skin. The goal wasn’t hype—it was comfort, bounce, and a barrier that actually behaves. We walk th...
Inside The Pitt

Inside The Pitt

2026-02-1822:37

Send us Fan Mail A single shift can hold a lifetime. We dive into The Pit and why its hour-by-hour format nails the rhythm of real hospital work: the long minutes, the sudden crises, and the way a calm voice can hide a racing heart. From the first punch-throwing scene to the last hallway sprint, we map those moments to our own time in the ICU and OR, where the stakes were just as high and the fluorescent lights just as unforgiving. We get honest about violence against healthcare workers and ...
Send us Fan Mail A panicked shout from the other room, a young roofer on the ground, and a fogged-in helicopter set the stakes before coffee even kicks in. From there, we follow a second crisis that unfolded in silence: a wound vac doing its job on a fresh amputation, then a sudden insurance change that triggered a computer discharge with no warning. We walk through both moments—the immediate trauma response and the slow-burn administrative breakdown—to show how care holds together or slips a...
Send us Fan Mail Ready for a frank, field-tested guide to building a real telehealth business without losing your mind to 50-state rules? We sit down with the ER physician turned CEO of Guardian MD who turned COVID-era travel medicine lessons into a scalable system for compliance, collaboration, and patient outcomes. From multi-state licensing nightmares to the surprising places boards disagree, this conversation unpacks what it actually takes to protect your license and launch services...
Send us Fan Mail The year didn’t start with a neat checklist—it started with truth. We’ve been caring for aging parents, navigating dementia, recovering from surgery, and managing clinics while our minds ran 24/7. That pressure cooker led us back to basics: faith as a real anxiety reset, presence as a daily skill, and boundaries that keep our work from swallowing our lives. Along the way we asked a bigger question: what does real relief look like for women who’ve been told to tough it out? W...
Send us Fan Mail What if your strongest self is one tap away? We sit down with trainer Kate Bustos to unpack how telehealth turned strength training into something simple, portable, and surprisingly personal. Kate shares the story of moving online during 2020, juggling a newborn, and discovering that short, focused sessions with dumbbells and kettlebells can outpace hour-long gym trips—because consistency wins. Across the conversation, we get into why strength isn’t optional, especially for ...
Send us Fan Mail We break down the new hypertension guidelines and explain how unchecked pressure harms the brain, heart and kidneys. We show how to measure blood pressure the right way, when lifestyle is enough, when meds are needed and when to head to the ER. • new American Heart Association thresholds and targets • why hypertension causes stroke and organ damage • genetic stiffness versus lifestyle-driven pressure • headache and other warning signs to treat as emergencies • lifestyle chan...
Send us Fan Mail We connect the dots between chronic inflammation, stem cell degradation, and why targeting immune overdrive can change pain, brain fog, and aging trajectories. We share how low-dose naltrexone and peptide stacking offer simpler, safer paths beyond polypharmacy. • inflammation’s role in degrading stem cells and repair • case study: fibromyalgia and Sjögren’s flares • why LDN supports immune modulation and mood • LDN use cases: neuroinflammation, long COVID, MS • peptide stack...
Send us Fan Mail Kirsten Karchmer shares her revolutionary approach to women's fertility through technology, transforming how we understand reproductive health and making effective solutions accessible to all women regardless of budget or location. • Former competitive athlete diagnosed with MS at 19 whose healing journey led her to become one of the first board-certified reproductive acupuncturists • Created an AI-powered app after treating over 10,000 infertile women that has increased nat...
Send us Fan Mail Struggling with a weight loss plateau despite being on maximum-dose GLP-1 medication? You're not alone. In this candid conversation, board-certified nurse practitioners Kelli White and Nicole Baldwin tackle one of the most common frustrations patients face on their weight management journey. Many patients mistakenly believe that climbing to higher medication doses is the key to continued success. Nicole emphatically debunks this myth, explaining why "more is not better" and ...
Beyond Hot Flashes

Beyond Hot Flashes

2025-08-0705:36

Send us Fan Mail When your body becomes a stranger and your reflection no longer feels familiar, you're not alone. The perimenopausal journey transforms everything—from sleep patterns to emotional responses—leaving many women searching for solutions beyond traditional treatments. Enter NAD therapy, the peptide revolution quietly changing how women experience this challenging transition. As we discuss in this illuminating conversation, NAD (Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide) is a naturally oc...
Send us Fan Mail Confused about when to use telehealth versus rushing to the emergency room? You're not alone. This eye-opening discussion cuts through the healthcare maze to explain exactly when to click, call, or drive depending on your medical situation. The healthcare landscape has transformed dramatically, with telehealth emerging as a powerful alternative to traditional care. Kelli and Nicole, board-certified family nurse practitioners, share their expert insights on navigating the thr...
Send us Fan Mail Ever wonder what fuels a bare-knuckle fighting champion? Dave "Redneck" Mundell, BKFC Middleweight Champion and self-described "pound-for-pound best in the world," pulls back the curtain on his remarkable journey and the disciplined lifestyle that propelled him to the top. From his humble beginnings as a high school senior who discovered wrestling, to finding his true calling in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and eventually bare-knuckle fighting, Mundell's path reveals the incredible d...
Send us Fan Mail Remember when "Dr. Google" changed healthcare forever? Those days of patients arriving with self-diagnoses have evolved into something new – now it's "ChatGPT told me I should be doing this." As healthcare providers navigating this rapidly changing landscape, we're seeing both the incredible potential and concerning pitfalls of AI in health decision-making. Artificial intelligence offers unprecedented access to medical information, but comes with a critical caveat: AI is onl...
Send us Fan Mail Curious about peptides versus testosterone? Wondering which might be right for your health goals? This deep-dive comparison could save you from serious complications down the road. Nurse practitioners Kelli White and Nicole Baldwin break down the essential differences between Sermorelin (a peptide) and testosterone replacement therapy, addressing widespread confusion between these distinct hormone treatments. Whether you're an athlete concerned about doping tests or someone ...
Send us Fan Mail Peptides have taken the wellness world by storm, but separating science from hype can be challenging. Nurse practitioners Nicole Baldwin and Kelly White cut through the noise to deliver a straightforward explanation of Sermorelin - a synthetic peptide that works with your body's natural systems to combat age-related decline. "Peptides really are the science behind boosting your body to do what it is naturally built to do," explains Kelly, setting the tone for this informatio...
Send us Fan Mail Our gut microbiome directly influences metabolism, appetite regulation, and inflammation, making it crucial for effective weight management. Imbalances in gut bacteria can lead to bloating, cravings, and weight loss plateaus that persist despite proper diet and exercise habits. • Microbiome diversity correlates with healthier weight by properly extracting nutrients without bacterial competition • Gut bacteria influence appetite hormones like ghrelin (hunger) and leptin (full...
Send us Fan Mail MIC injections offer a holistic approach to support weight loss, boost energy, improve mental clarity, and help with conditions like non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. We break down the science behind these injections and explain how they can complement your health journey beyond just weight management. • MIC stands for Methionine (essential amino acid that helps liver process fat), Inositol (aids in fat metabolism and mood regulation), and Choline (supports liver function a...
Send us Fan Mail Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths but up to 90% of cases could be prevented through proper screening and early intervention. • Colonoscopies are the gold standard for screening, allowing doctors to detect and remove precancerous polyps before they become dangerous • Screening age has been lowered from 50 to 45 years for everyone, even without symptoms or family history • Polyps are initially benign growths but can develop into cancer if left untr...
Breaking Down MTHFR

Breaking Down MTHFR

2025-04-1522:28

Send us Fan Mail The mysterious MTHFR gene has taken social media by storm, but behind the TikTok trends lies a crucial piece of your health puzzle. We dive deep into what this gene actually does—functioning as the gatekeeper for how your body processes folate and breaks down homocysteine, an amino acid that can wreak havoc when levels climb too high. Women with this gene mutation often face unique challenges, as the effects tend to manifest more strongly in female bodies. Those unexplained ...
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