The Get Healthy 360 Podcast

Dr. Hussain Gandhi GP is a General Practitioner in England, and he explains how the English health care system, also known as the NHS, works.   How does the system work, and how much does it cost?  What are the wait times like?  Are people in England happy with it?  Is it really free?   Dr. Gandhi runs the site www.egplearning.co.uk and may be reached through Twitter at @drgandalf52  Thank you for listening!

In this Episode, sleep medicine doctor Daniel Erichsen talks about insomnia and what are some practical ways to treat it.  Even Dr. Ferguson speaks about his sleep challenges. How many hours of sleep do we need per night?  (Hint: It's less than what you might think) Have you heard about sleep hygiene?  What is the best way to deal with jet lag?  Does melatonin work?   And no, you probably don't have to worry about Fatal Familial Insomnia. For more information, please visit Dr. Erichsen's YouTube channel called Insomnia Insight via this link, or email him at daniel.erichsen@bedtyme.co Thank you for listening!

Menopause will affect 50% of the population, yet it doesn't receive the attention it deserves. Dr. Susan Baumgaertel, MD, sits down with Kris Ferguson, MD to talk about all things Menopause. How will menopause change your day to day life? How will it affect your relationships? What types of screenings will you need and when will you need them? What should you eat? Dr. Baumgaertel, MD has been helping her patients navigate menopause for over 25 years. She is the author of The Menopause Menu, From Hot Flashes to Delicious Dishes: A Symptom-Driven, Nourishing Guide to Mastering Menopause (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CFZC3RT6) Additional Resources: https://www.menopausemenu.com/ https://www.facebook.com/MenopauseMenu

Dr. Marcia Perretto, MD, is a doctor, a physical therapist, as well as an Ehlers-Danlos patient herself. Dr. Perretto explores the treatment options for Ehlers-Danlos patients as well as her own experiences living with the condition. Ehlers-Danlos can be challenging to diagnose and even more challenging to treat. Dr. Perretto may be reached through: Twitter https://twitter.com/DrPerrettoDPT- Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_eds_pt/ Below are some additional resources provided by Dr. Perretto. Dr. Perretto’s Lecture for the EDS Society  Polestar Pilates Hour with Dr. Perretto Dr. Perretto shares a lot of education on her Instagram account, follow for daily tips @the_eds_pt Unlocking The Secrets to The Hypermobility Puzzle - Book by Dr. Perretto and Dr. Pereira - this is a road map companion to many of the things you will be learning during your program with us. Exploring Chronic Pain From Hypermobility Disorders With Guest Dr. Marcia Perretto - St. Louis Pain Expert Podcast

What happens when a doctor needs surgery? What is the best way to navigate the medical system to find the right doctor to treat your condition? Michael Fishman, MD, discusses his personal journey to find relief from chronic leg and neck pain. Dr. Fishman is an interventional pain management specialist who cares deeply about the accurate diagnosis, treatment, and surveillance of patients living with chronically painful conditions. Website of Pain Specialist Dr. Michael Fishman. Email me@michaelfishmanmd.com – right patient, right treatment, right time. (drmichaelfishman.com)

How do you know if your children are eating a healthy diet? How worried should you be about "forever chemicals"? Can vitamins substitute for a healthy meal? Kris Ferguson, MD, sits down with pediatrician Sonal Chandrate, MD, to talk about how to raise kids with healthy lifestyles. Dr. Chandrate is determined to provide children information about healthy lifestyles in a way that they can understand. She is the author of the book "Kids, C'mon Let's Get Healthy! A Complete Kid's Guide to a Healthy Lifestyle". (https://www.amazon.com/Kids-Healthy-Complete-Guide-Lifestyle/dp/B0B5GTNG44) Sonal Chandrate, MD, is double board certified in pediatrics and pediatric endocrinology.  She is a healthcare leader with numerous publications.  Dr Chandrate practices in the Aspirus network of central Wisconsin.

Elaine Stageberg has built a real estate empire of over 1,000 single family homes.  Elaine and her husband founded Black Swan Real Estate, which helps high net worth individuals invest their money in fully managed single family rentals.  (https://blackswanteam.com)In this episode, we discuss how Elaine and her husband Nick discovered real estate, began to invest in real estate for themselves, fell in love with it, and are now investing for others.  What processes and teams are needed to scale a multi-milion dollar business?  How do Elaine and Nick manage a family with four young children, alongside a 1000 homes spread across Minnesota and Washington?   And what is it like running a company with your spouse?

In this episode Dr. Kris Ferguson and Dr. Kathy Travnicek interview ultramarathoner Devon Yanko.  Devon overcame a troubled childhood to become a world class distance runner, having won numerous events including three ultra distance road national championships and competed on six Team USA ultra teams including the 2009 Gold Medal winning team in Belgium for the 100k.  Devon has ran forty sub 3-hour marathons.   An engaging and free flowing conversation that touches on childhood, the way in which abuse manifests itself, the strength one can find in sports, living with Lupus, the importance of family, and many others.  Devon believes that the best route for an athlete is the one that balances their goals with their life and their personality. Devon is USATF Level 1 certified and received her Masters in Coaching and Exercise Science in 2020.  Devon may be reached through https://www.chaski.run/team-collection/devon-yanko Dr. Travnicek MD is triple board-certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation, pain medicine, and brain injury medicine by the American Board of Medical Specialities (ABMS). She specializes in treating spine, brain, nerve and musculoskeletal disorders.  Dr. Travnicek practices medicine at the Pain Institute of Nevada in Las Vegas.  For more information, please visit https://paininstitute.com/

Famous entrepreneur, real estate investor, author, and YouTube personality Daniel Kwak, of Kwak Brothers fame, joins Kris Ferguson and Gabriel Stvore on the Get Healthy Podcast.  Daniel discusses adversity he faced in his childhood, the decisions that set him up for success, the role his faith plays in his day to day life, and how he makes it all work. Daniel emigrated to the United States as a young boy, and grew up under very challenging financial circumstances.  Before he turned 25, Daniel and his brother Sam controlled 75 rental units.  Since then, the Kwak Brothers have been coaching other real estate investors and have started a successful YouTube channel that has grown to over 300,000 subscribers.  The book Daniel co-wrote and mentioned during the podcast is entitled 0 To 75 Units In Just 1 Year: Introducing the FORCE Strategy to Acquiring Rental Properties.  The book Kris co-wrote and mentioned during the podcast is entitled The 5 Minute Guide to Launching Your Podcast. To learn more about investing with the Kwak Brothers, visit the Kwak Brothers homepage at thekwakbrothers.com Thank you for listening!

Deep Brain Stimulation, also knows as Neuromodulation, is a revolutionary treatment method for Parkinson's.  Neurosurgeon Dr. Ahmed Raslan explains how neuromodulation works, and how it has impacted the lives of those suffering from Parkinson's.  Parkinson's is a degenerative disease that affects over ten million people worldwide, including well known celebrities such as Muhammad Ali and Michael J. Fox.   Dr. Raslan is an associate professor of neurological surgery.  He manages patients with a spectrum of neurosurgical disorders, his focused practice is epilepsy surgery, brain mapping for tumors and epilepsy which often involves awake craniotomy, surgery for chronic and cancer pain (Trigeminal neuralgia, spinal pain and many other chronic pain syndromes), and movement disorders. For more info visit: https://www.ohsu.edu/providers/ahmed-m-raslan-md-faans

Dr. Ferguson sits down with two time Ted-X speaker Rene Rodriguez to speak about leadership.  What makes an effective leader?  How do leaders connect with those they wish to lead?  How does a leader affect change?  A true expert in his field, Rene has trained more than 100,000 people in applying behavioral psychology and neuroscience methodologies to solve some of the toughest challenges in leadership, sales and change. Learn more about Rene Rodriguez by visiting his website meetrene.com

Kris Ferguson MD welcomes Hemant Kalia MD to the Get Healthy Podcast.  Dr. Kalia specializes in interventional spine and cancer pain management with special expertise in advanced neuromodulation procedures.  Listen in as two pain specialists discuss cancer treatment and where pain specialists fit into a comprehensive cancer treatment plan.  What is the difference between physical medicine rehab doctors and pain management doctors?  What is pre-habilitation?  How can traditional and alternative approaches to medicine be combined in cancer treatment?  And why are controlled studies in pain management difficult and ethically challenging? Dr. Kalia earned his medical degree from Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Medical College in Indore; India and Master’s degree in Public Health from Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green, KY. His first residency was in Preventive Medicine & Public Health followed by Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at University of Rochester. He subsequently completed an ACGME approved Pain Medicine fellowship at University of Rochester and additional FIPP (Fellow of Interventional Pain Practice) certification from World Institute of Pain. Dr. Kalia is a member of numerous national/international professional societies and sits on various sub-committees. He is part of the Board of Directors at ASPN (American Society of Pain & Neuroscience) and Monroe County Medical Society. He is the Fellowship director of Interventional Spine & Pain fellowship program at Rochester Regional Health and is involved in teaching medical students, residents and fellows from other programs. He also is part of the faculty at national and international hands on cadaveric workshops for interventional spine and pain procedures. Dr. Kalia has presented his work on cancer pain and advanced neuromodulation at multiple national and international conferences including publications in peer-reviewed journals in the field of Pain Medicine. He is the current Editor-in-Chief of Advances in Clinical Medical Research & Health Care Delivery open access Journal.

Renowned expert Dr. Al joins the Get Healthy 360 Podcast to discuss the latest treatments related to sacroiliac joint dysfunction, and associated discomfort such as lower back pain.  Dr. Al discusses the treatment plans and treatment options, ranging from physical therapy to injections and bone grafts.   Dr. Alaa Abd-Elsayed joined the faculty of the Anesthesiology Department at the University of Wisconsin in 2014 to provide Chronic Pain Medicine Services as part of the Interventional Pain Program. He received his medical training at Assiut University Medical School in Egypt, completed a master’s degree in Public Health, research fellowship at Cleveland Clinic, and residency in anesthesiology and pain management fellowship at University of Cincinnati. As part of the Interventional Pain Program, Dr. Abd-Elsayed evaluates patients at the Pain Clinic, and when an interventional pain treatment is appropriate, performs procedures at the Madison Surgery Center. In addition to his work as a pain specialist, Dr. Abd-Elsayed is an active clinical investigator. Current studies include the use of opioids, genetic variations leading to different individual response to opioids, and the use of neuromodulation and peripheral nerve stimulators for the management of neuropathic pain. He also has research interests in fibromyalgia, complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) and headaches, and is leading a study called "CREATE" to help CRPS patients. Over the course of his career, he has received numerous research grants, published more than 200 peer-reviewed manuscripts and authored several editorials and book chapters. He has presented at more than 60 international and national conferences and has earned more than 15 awards at the state and national levels. In addition, he has served as a reviewer for more than 20 journals and as an editor to several journals. "Dr. Al," as he likes to be called, is a member of the American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians (ASIPP) and the American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine (ASRA). He was named among the Leading Physicians of the World and America's Best Physicians in 2016.

Two pain specialists discuss the latest research in spinal cord stimulation, and how it can be used to treat chronic pain.  Kris Ferguson, MD welcomes Dr. Warren M. Grill, professor of Biomedical Engineering at Duke.  Some patient testimonials from spinal cord stimulator implants are nothing short of miraculous.  For those suffering from chronic pain, listening to this episode is a must!  What exactly is neuromodulation?  And do you ever wonder why rubbing a painful area makes it feel better?    Warren M. Grill is Professor of Biomedical Engineering at Duke, where he studies electrical stimulation of the nervous system to restore function to individuals with neurological impairment or injury.  Having won numerous awards and accolades, he is the 2018 winner of the Capers & Marion McDonald Award for Excellence in Teaching and Research, and in 2014 he won the Scholar/Teacher of the Year Award.  Dr. Grill's Current projects include: • understanding the mechanisms of and developing advanced approaches to deep brain stimulation to treat movement disorders, • developing novel approaches to peripheral nerve electrical stimulation for restoration of bladder function,  • understanding the mechanisms of and developing advanced approaches to spinal cord stimulation to treat chronic pain, • understanding and controlling the cellular effects of transcranial magnetic stimulation, and • design of novel electrodes and waveforms for selective stimulation of the nervous system.

Renowned pain specialist and opioid expert, Andrea Trescot, MD, shares her insights on the opioid epidemic, her frustrations with existing government guidelines, as well as personal stories of how pain relief can significantly improve quality of life.  Listen in as two doctors discuss opioids, pain relief, and how these two worlds impact the quality of care patients receive. Andrea Trescot, MD served as a pain clinic director in private practice in Orange Park for 10 years before she moved to academics, first as the pain fellowship director at the University of Florida, and then as director of the pain fellowship program and full professor at the University of Washington in Seattle, Washington. www.physicianpartnersofamerica.com

Few things frustrate parents more than the question of "What should I feed my kids???".  Listen to a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist offer up tips on how she feeds her own children.  Many food related topics are discussed in this episode, such as food coloring, cow milk vs oat milk, plant based diets, supplements, sugar, and healthy eating habits.  If you have picky eaters in your family, don't miss this episode! Kacie Barnes,  MCN, RDN, LD is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist who helps families with young kids make healthy eating approachable and attainable. Kacie shares nutrition tips, hacks, and meal ideas on Instagram and her website, mamaknowsnutrition.com.  She has a Master of Clinical Nutrition from UT Southwestern, and earned her Bachelor's degree at NYU. Kacie lives in Dallas, TX with her husband and two kids.  Find her at: mamaknowsnutrition.com instagram.com/mamaknows_nutrition Kacie is the author of "Simply Satisfying Meals" and numerous guides on feeding children of all ages.

Sudhir Aggarwal shares the lessons he has learned from his long career in finance and management.  Through being a CEO at various companies, Sudhir has developed key insights into management, partnerships, investing, and helping struggling companies turn around.  Sudhir is an accomplished CEO, financier, and private investor.  He has served as CEO of a number of middle market companies, including Cruiser Customizing, an ecommerce business; Ancora, a mailing services company, and National Pen Corporation, a manufacturer and marketer of promotional products. During his tenure as Managing Director of Alvarez & Marsal, a national-wide consulting and turnaround management firm, Sudhir serviced a broad range of clients.  Prior to Alvarez & Marsal, Sudhir was SVP and Manager of the Restructuring Finance Group at Bank of America and a banker at JP Morgan. Sudhir has invested in numerous private companies, taken board roles, and overseen and guided management teams through periods of growth and transition, including Exed LLC, Long Agribusiness, Zuca Inc, Earth Mama Angel Baby, and Skyline Construction.  Most recently, he has been advising CEO’s of growing middle market companies in the Western United States. His education includes an undergraduate degree from Dartmouth and a MBA from Stanford.

This is the third and final episode of our three part special on headaches with renowned headache specialist Alexander Feoktistov MD, PhD.  This episode focuses on tension headaches.  What are tension headaches and how do they differ from migraines?  Why should younger and older patients receive different types of muscle relaxants?  Are tension headaches more common than migraines?  If you've ever had a headache,  listening to this episode of the Get Healthy 360 Podcast is a must! Alexander Feoktistov, MD, is the founder and the president of the Synergy Integrative Headache Center in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Feoktistov is board-certified in Headache Medicine by the United Council of Neurological Subspecialties and is a Diplomate of the American Board of Pain Medicine. He is also board-certified in Internal Medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

This is the second episode of our three part special on headaches with renowned headache specialist Alexander Feoktistov MD, PhD.  In this episode, Dr. Feoktistov focuses on migraines.  Symptoms, treatment protocols, frequent causes, and latest research.  For those suffering from migraines, this episode of the Get Healthy 360 Podcast cannot be missed! Alexander Feoktistov, MD, is the founder and the president of the Synergy Integrative Headache Center in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Feoktistov is board-certified in Headache Medicine by the United Council of Neurological Subspecialties and is a Diplomate of the American Board of Pain Medicine. He is also board-certified in Internal Medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

This is the first episode of our three part special on headaches with renowned headache specialist Alexander Feoktistov MD, PhD.  Dr. Feoktistov discusses common causes of headaches, process of correct diagnosis, and types of headaches people are likely to encounter.  And how do sodium and liver function affect headaches?  If you ever had a persistent headache your family doctor couldn't treat, you need to hear this episode of the Get Healthy 360 Podcast!   Alexander Feoktistov, MD, is the founder and the president of the Synergy Integrative Headache Center in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Feoktistov is board-certified in Headache Medicine by the United Council of Neurological Subspecialties and is a Diplomate of the American Board of Pain Medicine. He is also board-certified in Internal Medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Get Healthy 360 is now Vurbl !  -> https://vurbl.com/station/4QMECAj967n/