The Get Healthy Tampa Bay Podcast

Kerry Reller
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Bringing all things health and wellness to Tampa Bay, FL from your very own family and obesity medicine physician, Dr. Kerry Reller, MD, MS. We will discuss general medical topics, weight management, and local spots and events focusing on health, wellness, and nutrition in an interview and solo-cast format. Published weekly.

  1. 2D AGO

    Episode #162: Dr. Erica Bove + Dr. Kerry Reller: Allergy & Asthma Med Safety for TTC & Pregnancy Q&A

    Welcome to the Get Healthy Tampa Bay Podcast with Dr. Kerry Reller! This week, I’m sharing a special episode from my appearance on Love & Science Fertility with reproductive endocrinologist Dr. Erica Bove. We break down what’s truly safe (and what’s not) for allergies and asthma while trying to conceive and during pregnancy—covering inhalers, antihistamines like loratadine and cetirizine, nasal steroids (including budesonide), decongestants to avoid, HEPA filters and dust-mite strategies, travel tips, allergy shots (when to continue vs. when not to start), and biologics like Xolair and Dupixent. The key takeaway: well-controlled asthma is safer than poorly controlled asthma in pregnancy—oxygen matters for mom and baby. Tune in for clear, evidence-based reassurance. Erica Bove, MD, is a double board certified OB-GYN and Reproductive Endocrinologist (REI) physician at the University of Vermont, She is also the CEO and founder of Love and Science: Thriving Through Infertility.  She has a keen interest in marrying an evidence-based approach with intuitive knowing in the context of a trusting relationship. She empowers women physicians to build their families with confidence, self compassion and community. Her mission is to heal and support the healers and to create a legacy she is proud of.   0:29 — Why this episode matters: TTC, pregnancy, and allergy/asthma fears 1:59 — Dr. Erica Bove intro + “Go Irish!” 3:10 — Dr. Reller’s path: engineering → family medicine → allergy/asthma 6:20 — The big message: control asthma; don’t stop inhalers 9:10 — Safe meds: loratadine, cetirizine, and nasal steroids (budesonide) 12:05 — Home strategies: HEPA filters, pets, and triggers 14:30 — Dust mites 101: bedding, humidity, and morning symptoms 17:10 — Travel tips: hotels, feather pillows, and what to avoid 19:30 — Allergy shots in pregnancy: continue vs. don’t start 23:45 — IVF/fertility meds + progesterone reactions + biologics (Xolair/Dupixent) Connect with Dr. Bove Website: loveandsciencefertility.com   Linked In: www.linkedin.com/in/erica-bove-0701a0173 IG: https://www.instagram.com/loveandsciencefertility/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553692167183 Podcast: loveandsciencefertility.com/podcast Connect with Dr. Reller Podcast website: https://gethealthytbpodcast.buzzsprou...  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerryrellermd/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ClearwaterFamilyMedicine Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clearwaterfamilymedicine/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kerryrellermd Clearwater Family Medicine and Allergy website: https://sites.google.com/view/clearwa... Podcast: https://gethealthytbpodcast.buzzsprou... Subscribe to the Get Healthy Tampa Bay Podcast on Apple podcasts, Spotify, Amazon music, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Pandora.

    26 min

  2. FEB 11

    E161: Dr. Alex Reyes on Perimenopause Myths, WHI, and Modern Hormone Therapy Options

    Welcome back to the Get Healthy Tampa Bay Podcast with Dr. Kerry Reller! This week, I’m joined by Dr. Alex Reyes, a board-certified OBGYN and one of Tampa Bay’s most sought-after menopause providers. In this episode, we unpack why menopause care has historically been misunderstood—from limited medical training to the long-lasting impact of the Women’s Health Initiative (WHI) headlines. Dr. Reyes breaks down what the WHI did (and didn’t) show, why the study population matters, and how today’s body-identical hormone therapy differs from older synthetic formulations. We also cover the recent change that has many women talking: the FDA removal of the estrogen “black box warning” and why that matters for access, fear, and real-world adherence—especially for vaginal estrogen. Dr. Alexandria Reyes is the private practice owner and founder of Magnolia Gynecology in Tampa, Florida, and also the owner of a virtual menopause care practice, serving the entire state of Florida. She has dedicated her practice to midlife and menopause care, offering compassionate virtual care and comprehensive education on all menopause and hormone therapy options. Dr. Reyes empowers all going through the menopause transition —including survivors of hormone-sensitive and gynecologic cancers—to confidently navigate midlife and make informed, personalized choices for their health, longevity, and well-being. Dr. Reyes completed her undergraduate education at Kansas State University, earning honors in Food Science.  She earned her medical degree, with honors, at Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences and completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Kansas School of Medicine – Wichita. Dr. Reyes is Board Certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner. 00:28 – Introduction to Episode #161 and welcome to Dr. Alex Reyes 01:26 – Why menopause care has historically fallen short in medicine 03:55 – The Women’s Health Initiative (WHI): what really happened vs media headlines 06:10 – Breast cancer risk, hormone therapy, and putting risk in proper context 09:42 – Myths about how long women can stay on hormone therapy 12:36 – The estrogen “black box warning” and why its removal matters 15:22 – How fear led to under-treatment and overuse of non-hormonal meds 18:10 – Perimenopause symptoms beyond hot flashes (mental health, joints, sleep) 23:30 – Rebuilding trust in menopause care and why women seek care elsewhere 29:40 – How to know when to seek another opinion for menopause symptoms Connect with Dr. Reyes Facebook and Instagram: @dr.alexandria.reyes Website: http://www.dralexreyes.com/ Connect with Dr. Reller Podcast website: https://gethealthytbpodcast.buzzsprou...  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerryrellermd/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ClearwaterFamilyMedicine Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clearwaterfamilymedicine/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kerryrellermd Clearwater Family Medicine and Allergy website: https://sites.google.com/view/clearwa... Podcast: https://gethealthytbpodcast.buzzsprou... Subscribe to the Get Healthy Tampa Bay Podcast on Apple podcasts, Spotify, Amazon music, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Pandora.

    36 min

  3. FEB 4

    E160: GLP-1s, Diet Culture, and Eating Disorders—Dr. Rebecca Berens on Doing No Harm

    Welcome back to the Get Healthy Tampa Bay Podcast with Dr. Kerry Reller! In Episode #160, I’m joined by Dr. Rebecca Berens, a family medicine physician and private practice owner in the suburbs of Houston, Texas (Vida Family Medicine). Dr. Berens shares how she became a go-to physician for patients recovering from disordered eating—often after harmful, triggering experiences in healthcare—and what “weight-neutral” medicine can look like in everyday primary care. We break down the difference between disordered eating vs. eating disorders, how diet culture sneaks into medical advice, and which patients may be more vulnerable due to genetics, trauma history, food insecurity, ADHD/autism overlap, and more. We also discuss practical red flags clinicians can look for, how to address metabolic conditions without reinforcing shame, and how to approach GLP-1 medications thoughtfully—especially for patients with eating disorder history. This is an episode for anyone who wants a healthier relationship with food without losing sight of real medical care. Dr. Berens is a family physician and founder of Vida Family Medicine where she provides primary care to individuals and families.  Prior to opening her private practice she worked in and led a community health center in Philadelphia, PA and taught medical students and residents in Houston, TX at Baylor College of Medicine. She treats each patient as an individual and tailors prevention and treatment plans to the needs of each patient rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach. She particularly enjoys caring for individuals recovering from disordered eating and who struggle with metabolic conditions such as PCOS and metabolic syndrome. Her office is welcoming to all, and her care is trauma-informed and weight-neutral. 00:29 Meet Dr. Rebecca Berens + Vida Family Medicine 01:14 Her accidental niche: caring for patients in recovery from disordered eating 03:00 Disordered eating vs. eating disorders (DSM criteria) 05:29 How diet culture shows up in primary care + “wellness” marketing online 08:16 Who is most at risk: genetics, trauma, food insecurity, ADHD/autism overlap 10:48 How to discuss metabolic health without triggering shame 14:00 Red flags clinicians should screen for (time rules, rigidity, missing food groups) 17:05 How common is it? Eating disorders vs. disordered eating (and why underreported) 23:33 Metabolic health: behaviors first, meds when appropriate (metformin/GLP-1 nuance) 33:20 Parenting + food beliefs, plus “don’t skip breakfast” and first gentle steps Connect with Dr. Berens Practice Website: www.vidafamilymed.com Personal Website: www.rebeccaberensmd.com Personal IG and TikTok: @ rebeccaberensmd Practice IG:  @vidafamilymedicine   Connect with Dr. Reller Podcast website: https://gethealthytbpodcast.buzzsprou...  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerryrellermd/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ClearwaterFamilyMedicine Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clearwaterfamilymedicine/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kerryrellermd Clearwater Family Medicine and Allergy website: https://sites.google.com/view/clearwa... Podcast: https://gethealthytbpodcast.buzzsprou... Subscribe to the Get Healthy Tampa Bay Podcast on Apple podcasts, Spotify, Amazon music, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Pandora.

    39 min

  4. JAN 28

    E159: Dr. Erica Bove on Infertility, Nervous System Healing & Better IVF Decisions

    Welcome back to the Get Healthy Tampa Bay Podcast with Dr. Kerry Reller! In Episode #159, Dr. Reller sits down with Dr. Erica Bove—double board-certified OB-GYN and reproductive endocrinologist/infertility physician—to talk about the medical and emotional complexity of infertility. They explore why high-achieving women (especially physicians) often struggle more, how stress and hypervigilance can impact the journey, and how coaching, community, and nervous system tools can help patients feel more grounded and confident through treatment decisions. Erica Bove, MD, is a double board certified OB-GYN and Reproductive Endocrinologist (REI) physician at the University of Vermont, She is also the CEO and founder of Love and Science: Thriving Through Infertility.  She has a keen interest in marrying an evidence-based approach with intuitive knowing in the context of a trusting relationship. She empowers women physicians to build their families with confidence, self compassion and community. Her mission is to heal and support the healers and to create a legacy she is proud of.   In her free time, she enjoys running, yoga, kayaking, skiing, reading, writing, and spending time with her inner circle. 0:28 – Intro: Meet Dr. Erica Bove + Notre Dame connection 1:48 – Why infertility medicine + what patients struggle with most 3:21 – Why coaching fills the gap clinical visits can’t 3:56 – Why physicians (and high achievers) find her work 5:45 – The “block” in visits: anxiety, shutdown, and decision paralysis 8:40 – Deferred childbearing + why physicians may have worse outcomes 10:02 – Common patterns: hypervigilance, triggers, and comparison spirals 13:32 – Tools: breathwork, processing grief, boundaries, and confidence 17:08 – Patient stories: releasing attachment, surprising outcomes 21:54 – What she wants you to hear: you’re not alone + gentle steps today Connect with Dr. Bove Website: loveandsciencefertility.com   Linked In: www.linkedin.com/in/erica-bove-0701a0173 IG: https://www.instagram.com/loveandsciencefertility/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553692167183 Podcast: loveandsciencefertility.com/podcast Connect with Dr. Reller Podcast website: https://gethealthytbpodcast.buzzsprou...  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerryrellermd/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ClearwaterFamilyMedicine Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clearwaterfamilymedicine/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kerryrellermd Clearwater Family Medicine and Allergy website: https://sites.google.com/view/clearwa... Podcast: https://gethealthytbpodcast.buzzsprou... Subscribe to the Get Healthy Tampa Bay Podcast on Apple podcasts, Spotify, Amazon music, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Pandora.

    29 min

  5. JAN 20

    E158: Pediatric & Adolescent Gynecology Explained with Dr. Camille Imbo

    Welcome to the Get Healthy Tampa Bay Podcast with Dr. Kerry Reller! This week, I am joined by Dr. Camille Imbo, a pediatric and adolescent gynecologist and founder of SPARC Gynecology. In this episode, we explore what pediatric gynecology is, why it matters, and when children and teens should see a specialist. Dr. Imbo shares insights on common concerns like painful or irregular periods, PCOS in adolescents, early puberty, and medical trauma—along with how early, compassionate care can prevent years of missed diagnoses and unnecessary suffering. 00:00 – Welcome & introduction 00:52 – What is pediatric & adolescent gynecology? 02:32 – Why kids and teens fall between pediatrics and OB-GYN 03:56 – Surgical issues in young patients (cysts, torsion, anatomy differences) 05:01 – When should a child first see a gynecologist? 07:06 – What happens when symptoms are dismissed as “normal” 08:24 – Trauma-informed care & creating a safe first visit 12:03 – Early puberty and why it’s happening more often 13:18 – Most common conditions Dr. Imbo treats 16:24 – PCOS in teens: what it is and how diagnosis differs Connect with Dr. Reller Podcast website: https://gethealthytbpodcast.buzzsprou...  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerryrellermd/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ClearwaterFamilyMedicine Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clearwaterfamilymedicine/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kerryrellermd Clearwater Family Medicine and Allergy website: https://sites.google.com/view/clearwa... Podcast: https://gethealthytbpodcast.buzzsprou... Subscribe to the Get Healthy Tampa Bay Podcast on Apple podcasts, Spotify, Amazon music, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Pandora.

    28 min

  6. JAN 14

    E157: Dr. Jesna Sublett on Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery, Back Pain & Avoiding Surgery

    Welcome to the Get Healthy Tampa Bay Podcast with Dr. Kerry Reller! This week, I am joined by Dr. Jesna Sublett, a fellowship-trained neurosurgeon specializing in minimally invasive spine surgery. In this episode, we break down the real causes of back and neck pain, why imaging doesn’t always match symptoms, and how most patients can improve without surgery. Dr. Sublett explains what minimally invasive and endoscopic spine surgery really means, when surgery truly helps, and how lifestyle factors like posture, smoking, and weight impact spinal health. Tune in for practical guidance on managing spine pain, avoiding unnecessary procedures, and understanding when expert evaluation is essential. Dr. Jesna Sublett is a highly qualified neurosurgeon with a special interest and advanced subspecialty training in minimally invasive spine surgery. Born and raised in India, she earned her medical degree at the respected University College of Medical Sciences, Delhi University. After medical school, she moved to the United States to join her family and went on to obtain exemplary specialty training during her neurosurgery residency at the Geisinger Health System in Danville, PA, where she capped her tenure as Chief Resident. She was subsequently selected for an elite fellowship in minimally invasive spine surgery at the University of Tennessee-Memphis/Semmes-Murphey Neurologic & Spine Institute. After nearly four years as an employed physician, Dr. Sublett decided to pivot and start her own practice in Deland, Florida. She cares deeply about her patients and is dedicated to helping them find the best possible solution to their issues, whether or not surgery is necessary. When surgery is needed, she prefers to find the least invasive option that is most likely to deliver results. Dr. Jesna Sublett is also a multilingual physician who speaks fluent English, Hindi, and Malayalam. She is actively learning Spanish as well, because - why not? When not at work, Dr. Sublett enjoys spending quality time with her family, including her spouse, two young children, her immediate family, and her in-laws. 00:29 – Introduction to Dr. Jesna Sublett 01:11 – The training path to neurosurgery and spine specialization 03:05 – Why spine care feels fragmented for patients 05:10 – What “minimally invasive spine surgery” really means 08:21 – Common causes of chronic back and neck pain 10:54 – How smoking accelerates spinal degeneration 14:05 – Posture, spine alignment, and daily habits that matter 16:44 – Red flag symptoms that require urgent evaluation 22:16 – Why imaging findings don’t always equal pain 34:51 – Dr. Sublett’s patient-centered hybrid neurosurgery practice Connect with Dr. Jesna Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Jesna-Sublett/61574631532629/# LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jesna-sublett-71abb4183 Connect with Dr. Reller Podcast website: https://gethealthytbpodcast.buzzsprou...  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerryrellermd/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ClearwaterFamilyMedicine Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clearwaterfamilymedicine/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kerryrellermd Clearwater Family Medicine and Allergy website: https://sites.google.com/view/clearwa... Podcast: https://gethealthytbpodcast.buzzsprou... Subscribe to the Get Healthy Tampa Bay Podcast on Apple podcasts, Spotify, Amazon music, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Pandora.

    42 min

  7. JAN 7

    E156: Understanding Eczema from the Inside Out with Christa Biegler, RD

    Welcome to the Get Healthy Tampa Bay Podcast with Dr. Kerry Reller. This week, Dr. Reller is joined by registered dietitian Christa Biegler, who specializes in helping children and adults overcome eczema and food sensitivities without unnecessary restriction, over-supplementation, or excessive testing. In this episode, they explore eczema as a whole-body condition rather than just a skin issue. Christa explains how gut dysbiosis, histamine imbalance, nutrient depletion, stress, and environmental burden all contribute to eczema flares. They discuss why a one-size-fits-all approach often fails and how identifying different eczema patterns can lead to more effective, lasting improvement. Tune in to learn how supporting the body’s physiology in the right order can calm inflammation, improve skin health, and reduce relapse. Christa Biegler, RD is an award-winning dietitian and root-cause nutritionist, and the owner of Less Stressed Life Nutrition. She helps people resolve food sensitivities, inflammation, and eczema without unnecessary restriction, endless supplementation, or costly testing. She lives with her unicycling husband & kids in the Midwest. Christa speaks an equal mix of nerd + approachable analogies when educating about gut health, eczema, food sensitivities, micronutrients, energy and sleep. 00:00 – Welcome to the Get Healthy Tampa Bay Podcast 00:46 – Christa Biegler’s background and eczema focus 04:30 – Food sensitivities vs. food allergies explained 06:55 – Stress, inflammation, and eczema flares 10:01 – Why people feel reactive to “everything” 14:02 – What’s happening inside the body with eczema 21:18 – Nutrient depletion, digestion, and enzymes 29:12 – Environmental burden and detox pathways 33:38 – The three eczema subtypes 40:31 – Hand eczema and post-pandemic trends 44:27 – Where to find Christa and learn more Connect with Christa Email: hello@thelessstressedlife.com Website: https://www.lessstressedlife.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anti.inflammatory.nutritionist/ Connect with Dr. Reller Podcast website: https://gethealthytbpodcast.buzzsprou...  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerryrellermd/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ClearwaterFamilyMedicine Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clearwaterfamilymedicine/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kerryrellermd Clearwater Family Medicine and Allergy website: https://sites.google.com/view/clearwa... Podcast: https://gethealthytbpodcast.buzzsprou... Subscribe to the Get Healthy Tampa Bay Podcast on Apple podcasts, Spotify, Amazon music, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Pandora.

    46 min

  8. 12/31/2025

    E155: Dr. Carter West on Nasal Breathing, Mouth Taping & Cranial Facial Release

    Welcome to the Get Healthy Tampa Bay Podcast with Dr. Kerry Reller! This week, Dr. Reller is joined by Dr. Carter West, a fifth-generation chiropractic physician from the Historic West Clinic in Pocatello, Idaho—a family practice that has served its community for over 110 years. In this episode, we explore Dr. Carter’s multi-generational perspective on natural medicine, how chiropractic care evolved alongside Idaho’s railroad history, and why movement and mobility remain foundational to long-term health. We also dive into emerging and more experimental topics discussed with transparency—including nasal breathing, mouth taping for sleep, and Dr. Carter’s training in cranial facial release. Dr. Reller offers important clinical context around who these approaches may or may not be appropriate for, especially for individuals with nasal obstruction, asthma, or possible sleep apnea. Tune in for a curious, balanced conversation that blends tradition, modern performance health, and thoughtful discussion of developing therapies. Dr. Carter West is a fifth-generation chiropractic physician at the historic West Clinic in Pocatello, Idaho—a family practice serving the community for more than 110 years. He is certified in acupuncture, Webster Technique, and Cranial Facial Release, and blends traditional chiropractic expertise with cutting-edge integrative approaches. His clinical interests span neuroscience, functional medicine, ozone therapy, IV therapy, yoga, biohacking, mindfulness meditation, and breathwork, allowing him to bridge the gap between ancient healing arts and modern evidence-based wellness. Dr. Carter West is passionate about helping patients optimize their health, expand resilience, and live more conscious, vibrant lives. 00:29 – Medical disclaimer + setting expectations about emerging/experimental therapies 01:53 – The 110+ year West Clinic legacy and how it began 03:56 – Railroad injuries, whiplash, and why chiropractic boomed in Pocatello 04:11 – Why Dr. Carter chose chiropractic (purpose, performance, patient relationships) 06:22 – Acupuncture + Webster technique: what they are and why they matter 08:36 – Integrative tools: neuroscience, breathwork, ozone, and “biohacking” mindset 09:52 – Why nasal breathing matters (nervous system, sleep, cavities, performance) 13:55 – Mouth taping: why it’s trending + safer ways to start 19:09 – Cranial facial release: what it is, claims, and limits of evidence 27:17 – Idaho vs Florida scope of practice + one daily habit: “movement is medicine” Connect with Dr. Carter Connect with Dr. Reller Podcast website: https://gethealthytbpodcast.buzzsprou...  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerryrellermd/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ClearwaterFamilyMedicine Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clearwaterfamilymedicine/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kerryrellermd Clearwater Family Medicine and Allergy website: https://sites.google.com/view/clearwa... Podcast: https://gethealthytbpodcast.buzzsprou... Subscribe to the Get Healthy Tampa Bay Podcast on Apple podcasts, Spotify, Amazon music, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Pandora.

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Bringing all things health and wellness to Tampa Bay, FL from your very own family and obesity medicine physician, Dr. Kerry Reller, MD, MS. We will discuss general medical topics, weight management, and local spots and events focusing on health, wellness, and nutrition in an interview and solo-cast format. Published weekly.

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