The Dr. Raj Podcast Ars Longa Media

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We all know quality sleep is essential for overall health, affecting both our physical and mental functioning. To put it simply, without enough sleep, the brain cannot function properly, with sleep deficiency linked to many chronic health conditions, such as diabetes, stroke, heart disease, dementia and Alzheimer’s.
Unfortunately, most adults — especially women from midlife on — experience difficulty sleeping at some point in their lives, and for many, sleep quality can get worse with age.
Learn from leading experts about the benefits of good sleep hygiene, the practices that make for a good night’s sleep, and practical advice and solutions you can use right now to master better sleep hygiene.
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Today's Episode
Dr. Raj talks with Dr. Azin Rezaei about her holistic approach to dentistry. 

Today’s Guest
Dr. Azin Rezaei is the founder of Flint Ridge Dental Group. She is a highly experienced and dedicated dentist with extensive knowledge spanning over 24 years across all aspects of dentistry. Her unique expertise extends to understanding the intricate relationship between posture, airway, breathing, obstructive sleep apnea, and oral health. Dr. Rezaei practice is firmly rooted in the concept of "total body wellness," recognizing the profound connection between oral health and overall well-being. She believes that oral health issues can lead to a cascade of health problems, including heart disease, COPD, high blood pressure, sleep disturbances, stroke, and diabetes, among others. Furthermore, Dr. Rezaei is a trailblazer in the field of holistic dentistry, excelling in the diagnosis and treatment of diverse oral diseases, including malocclusion, TMD (temporomandibular disorder), and improving the overall quality of identifying and treating the root of the problem. Her specialization in minimally invasive procedures and safe mercury removal, along with her commitment to restoring teeth with biocompatible materials, reflects her dedication to providing patients with non-invasive and holistic solutions.

Flint Ridge Dental Group Website

About Dr. Raj
Dr Raj is a quadruple board certified physician and associate professor at the University of Southern California. He was a co-host on the TNT series Chasing the Cure with Ann Curry, a regular on the TV Show The Doctors for the past 7 seasons and has a weekly medical segment on ABC news Los Angeles.


Want more Dr. Raj?
Check out the Beyond the Pearls lecture series! The Ultimate High Yield Bundle: The complete review of high-yield clinical medicine topics necessary for graduate medical education board exams including NBME, USMLE Steps 1/2/3, ITE and ABIM Boards.
You can also listen to the Beyond the Pearls podcast.

Check out our other shows:
Physiology by Physeo
Step 1 Success Stories
The InsideTheBoards Study Smarter Podcast
The InsideTheBoards Podcast

Produced by Ars Longa Media
To learn more about us and this podcast, visit arslonga.media. You can leave feedback or suggestions at arslonga.media/contact or by emailing info@arslonga.media.
Produced by: Christopher Breitigan and Erin McCue.
Executive Producer: Patrick C. Beeman, MD

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Today's Episode
In this “Reverse Podcast” episode, Dr. Travis McVay interviews Dr. Raj about his journey in media, his mentors, and teaching methods. Together, they also delve into their experiences as physician podcasters, sharing insights and lessons learned along the way.

Today’s Guest
Dr. Travis McVay is an anesthesiologist from Dallas, TX. He grew up writing Thank You Notes for every gift no matter the size. This habit inspired him to start his very own podcast called Thank You Notes where he and his guests talk about medicine, fitness, music, and share thanks for the good things in life. 

Thank You Notes links:
Podcast
Instagram
Facebook

About Dr. Raj
Dr Raj is a quadruple board certified physician and associate professor at the University of Southern California. He was a co-host on the TNT series Chasing the Cure with Ann Curry, a regular on the TV Show The Doctors for the past 7 seasons and has a weekly medical segment on ABC news Los Angeles.

Want more Dr. Raj?
Check out the Beyond the Pearls lecture series! The Ultimate High Yield Bundle: The complete review of high-yield clinical medicine topics necessary for graduate medical education board exams including NBME, USMLE Steps 1/2/3, ITE and ABIM Boards.
You can also listen to the Beyond the Pearls podcast.

Check out our other shows:
Physiology by Physeo
Step 1 Success Stories
The InsideTheBoards Study Smarter Podcast
The InsideTheBoards Podcast

Produced by Ars Longa Media
To learn more about us and this podcast, visit arslonga.media. You can leave feedback or suggestions at arslonga.media/contact or by emailing info@arslonga.media.
Produced by: Christopher Breitigan and Erin McCue.
Executive Producer: Patrick C. Beeman, MD

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The information presented in this podcast is intended for educational purposes only and should not be construed as professional or medical advice.
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Today's Episode
Dr. Raj is joined by Todd Keitz of the “Caregiving Insights” podcast to talk with father/daughter duo Alex and John about their joint adventures working together as EMTs in Connecticut. 

Today’s Guest
Alex is about to finish up her Neuroscience degree at Middlebury College with a minor in Theatre. During her time as a student, Alex took off a semester to work as a medical assistant at a local hospital in Vermont to help alleviate the staffing issues with the COVID-19 pandemic. Outside of medicine, Alex performs with an improv comedy troupe and an acapella group on campus and has starred in the occasional short film. We often hear of a child following a parent’s footsteps by going into the family business or going into the same line of work. That being said, it's probably less likely you've heard of a daughter or son becoming an EMT because their dad was an EMT - and following in her dad's footsteps she also became an EMT at the age of 16.

John spent his professional career in advertising and marketing in the US and Europe, but always had an interest in medicine and first aid. It wasn't until his kids were in high school that he felt he could take the time to become an EMT. Fortunately, the Wilton Volunteer Ambulance Corps in Wilton, CT sponsors two EMT classes a year for its residents. John completed the course and became a licensed EMT and NREMT in December of 2016. He went on to volunteer for the next six years including the intense period during the COVID-19 lockdown in the New York area. John also served as Secretary and President of the Wilton Corps of EMTs. Training young EMTs is a central objective to WVAC, and unlike many services, the group accepts EMTs as young as 16 years old. Last year, John and his wife bought a small inn on Cape Cod and had to leave WVAC. He will never forget how much he learned and grew through serving as an EMT including the notable life experience and sharing several shifts on the ambulance with his daughter Alex. 

About Dr. Raj
Dr Raj is a quadruple board certified physician and associate professor at the University of Southern California. He was a co-host on the TNT series Chasing the Cure with Ann Curry, a regular on the TV Show The Doctors for the past 7 seasons and has a weekly medical segment on ABC news Los Angeles.


Want more Dr. Raj?
Check out the Beyond the Pearls lecture series! The Ultimate High Yield Bundle: The complete review of high-yield clinical medicine topics necessary for graduate medical education board exams including NBME, USMLE Steps 1/2/3, ITE and ABIM Boards.
You can also listen to the Beyond the Pearls podcast.

Check out our other shows:
Physiology by Physeo
Step 1 Success Stories
The InsideTheBoards Study Smarter Podcast
The InsideTheBoards Podcast

Produced by Ars Longa Media
To learn more about us and this podcast, visit arslonga.media. You can leave feedback or suggestions at arslonga.media/contact or by emailing info@arslonga.media.
Produced by: Christopher Breitigan and Erin McCue.
Executive Producer: Patrick C. Beeman, MD

Legal Stuff
The information presented in this podcast is intended for educational purposes only and should not be construed as professional or medical advice.

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Today's Episode
Dr. Raj talks with Lionel Vital about his journey from a career in professional football to becoming an accomplished executive and motivational speaker. They discuss the significance of mentorship, the impact of self-esteem, and strategies to avoid burnout. 

Today’s Guest
Lionel Vital is an inspirational influencer. He is a former NFL executive & four-time Super Bowl champion, with 35 years of experience. From the gridiron to the boardroom, Lionel Vital has excelled at every level. As a retired NFL player turned successful executive, Lionel Vital brings a unique perspective to the world of leadership, teamwork, and personal growth. With a wealth of experience in both the high-pressure arena of professional football and the demanding business world, Lionel delivers impactful speeches that inspire, motivate, and drive results. Whether it's motivating your team, cultivating a winning culture, or navigating the challenges of professional growth, Lionel Vital is the dynamic speaker you need. 

Lionel Vital Links: 
Website
Instagram
LinkedIn

About Dr. Raj
Dr Raj is a quadruple board certified physician and associate professor at the University of Southern California. He was a co-host on the TNT series Chasing the Cure with Ann Curry, a regular on the TV Show The Doctors for the past 7 seasons and has a weekly medical segment on ABC news Los Angeles.

Want more Dr. Raj?
Check out the Beyond the Pearls lecture series! The Ultimate High Yield Bundle: The complete review of high-yield clinical medicine topics necessary for graduate medical education board exams including NBME, USMLE Steps 1/2/3, ITE and ABIM Boards.
You can also listen to the Beyond the Pearls podcast.

Check out our other shows:
Physiology by Physeo
Step 1 Success Stories
The InsideTheBoards Study Smarter Podcast
The InsideTheBoards Podcast

Produced by Ars Longa Media
To learn more about us and this podcast, visit arslonga.media. You can leave feedback or suggestions at arslonga.media/contact or by emailing info@arslonga.media.
Produced by: Christopher Breitigan and Erin McCue.
Executive Producer: Patrick C. Beeman, MD

Legal Stuff
The information presented in this podcast is intended for educational purposes only and should not be construed as professional or medical advice.
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Today's Episode
Dr. Raj talks with Dr. Rudy Tanzi about his work in Alzheimer's Disease research, his acronym SHIELD for evading its progression, and how his background as a musician has intersected with this work. 

Today’s Guest
Dr. Tanzi is the Vice-Chair of Neurology, Director of the Genetics and Aging Research Unit, Co-Director of the Henry and Allison McCance Center for Brain Health, and Co-Director of the MassGeneral Institute for Neurodegenerative Disease at Massachusetts General Hospital. He also serves as the Joseph P. and Rose F. Kennedy Professor of Neurology at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Tanzi received his BS (microbiology) and BA (history) at the University of Rochester in 1980 and his PhD (neurobiology) at Harvard Medical School in 1990.

Dr. Tanzi co-discovered the first Alzheimer’s disease (AD) gene, the amyloid precursor protein (APP) gene, and the two other early-onset familial AD genes, presenilin 1 and presenilin 2. As leader of the Cure Alzheimer’s Fund Alzheimer’s Genome Project, Dr. Tanzi identified several other AD genes, including CD33, the first AD gene shown to regulate neuroinflammation. He also discovered the Wilson’s disease gene and other neurological disease genes.

Dr. Tanzi’s team was the first to use human stem cells to create three-dimensional neural-glial; cell culture organoids of AD, dubbed “Alzheimer’s-in-a-Dish”. This model was the first to recapitulate all three key AD pathological hallmarks in vitro, and first to definitively show that amyloid plaques directly cause neurofibrillary tangles - and also made drug screening for AD faster and more cost-effective. Using this system, Dr. Tanzi has developed several novel therapies for AD including gamma secretase modulators targeting amyloid pathology and AMX0035, which was already successful in a clinical trial of ALS and now seeking FDA approval. Dr. Tanzi also discovered that beta-amyloid plays a functional role in the brain as an anti-microbial peptide, supporting a role for infection in AD pathology.

Dr. Tanzi serves as Chair of the Cure Alzheimer’s Fund Research Leadership Group and numerous advisory and editorial boards. He has been named to TIME magazine’s list of TIME100 Most Influential People in the World. Dr. Tanzi is a New York Times bestselling author who has co-authored the books Decoding Darkness, and the bestsellers Super Brain, Super Genes, and The Healing Self with Dr. Deepak Chopra. Dr. Tanzi has hosted several shows on public television, regularly appears on television news programs, and has testified to Congress on both Alzheimer’s disease and brain health.

About Dr. Raj
Dr Raj is a quadruple board certified physician and associate professor at the University of Southern California. He was a co-host on the TNT series Chasing the Cure with Ann Curry, a regular on the TV Show The Doctors for the past 7 seasons and has a weekly medical segment on ABC news Los Angeles.

Want more Dr. Raj?
Check out the Beyond the Pearls lecture series! The Ultimate High Yield Bundle: The complete review of high-yield clinical medicine topics necessary for graduate medical education board exams including NBME, USMLE Steps 1/2/3, ITE and ABIM Boards.
You can also listen to the Beyond the Pearls podcast.

Check out our other shows:
Physiology by Physeo
Step 1 Success Stories
The InsideTheBoards Study Smarter Podcast
The InsideTheBoards Podcast

Produced by Ars Longa Media
To learn more about us and this podcast, visit arslonga.media. You can leave feedback or suggestions at arslonga.media/contact or by emailing info@arslonga.media.
Produced by: Christopher Breitigan and Erin McCue.
Executive Producer: Patrick C. Beeman, MD

Legal Stuff
The information presented in this podcast is intended for educational purposes only and should not be construed as professional or medical advice.
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