Healthier You: A Vanderbilt Health & Wellness Podcast

Health & Wellness

Healthier You: A Vanderbilt Health & Wellness Podcast is designed to help Vanderbilt faculty and staff live their healthiest lives. Join us for a short, 10-minute monthly episode packed with all the latest tips and resources you need on a variety of health and wellness topics.

  1. Stroke Awareness - Spot It Early, Treat It Fast, Prevent It Better

    May 26

    Stroke Awareness - Spot It Early, Treat It Fast, Prevent It Better

    A stroke can happen suddenly and without any warning. A leading cause of disability in the United States, stroke can change lives in a matter of minutes. Understanding the symptoms and acting quickly in an emergency can make a big difference in treatment and recovery. More importantly, the risk of stroke can be greatly reduced through healthy lifestyle choices. Join us as Syra York, DNP, AGNP talks with Carolyn Cronin, MD, PhD, Professor of Neurology and Stroke Medical Director for the Vanderbilt Adult Hospital, and Kiersten Brown Espaillat, DNP, Assistant in Neurology and Stroke Program Manager at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, about how to recognize symptoms, why immediate treatment matters, and the everyday steps we can take to manage our health and reduce the risk of stroke.   Connect With Our Experts                                      Syra York, DNP, AGNP                                   Carolyn Cronin, MD, PhD                          Kiersten Brown Espaillat, DNP   Episode Resources Transcript Vanderbilt Stroke and Cerebrovascular Center Record Your Go for the Gold Participation

    15 min
  2. When You Feel Like a Fraud: Breaking the Power of Self-Doubt

    May 13

    When You Feel Like a Fraud: Breaking the Power of Self-Doubt

    Have you ever worked really hard to achieve something only to feel completely unprepared and unqualified once you get there? Join us as Megan Bergfeld, LCSW, ACM-SW, talks with Adriana Kipper-Smith, PhD, HSP, about the surprisingly common experience known as imposter phenomenon and some effective ways to help remedy the cycle of self-doubt.   Connect with Our Experts                                   Megan Bergfeld, LCSW, ACM-SW                           Adriana Kipper-Smith, PhD, HSP   Episode Resources: Transcript Self-Compassion Practices: Cultivate Inner Peace and Joy Imposter Syndrome Test (CIPS) Anxiety Aid Tools Rising Strong Worksheet Imposter Phenomenon in US Physicians Relative to the US Working Population Record Your Go for the Gold Participation

    15 min
  3. Season 3, Episode 1: How Sleep Shapes Your Health

    May 5

    Season 3, Episode 1: How Sleep Shapes Your Health

    One of the most powerful and often overlooked pillars of wellness is sleep. In our fast-paced world, sleep is often sacrificed in the name of productivity. Join us as DeOnna Clark, MOT, OTR/L, talks with Raghu Upender, MD, MBA, medical director of the Vanderbilt Sleep Disorder Center, about the science of sleep and the impact that it has on our mental and physical health.                                          DeOnna Clark, MOT, OTR/L                              Raghu Upender, MD, MBA Episode Resources: Transcript Vanderbilt Sleep Disorders Center Say Good Night to Insomnia by Gregg D. Jacobs, PhD Record Your Go for the Gold Participation

    16 min
  4. Season 2, Episode 9: Breaking the Habit - Your Path to Nicotine-Free Living

    10/09/2025

    Season 2, Episode 9: Breaking the Habit - Your Path to Nicotine-Free Living

    Quitting a nicotine habit is no easy feat. Join us as Syra York, DNP, AGNP-C, chats with Ashley Cleveland, DNP, to explore the challenges and triumphs of overcoming nicotine addiction, offering practical advice and support for those ready to take the first step towards a healthier life. Discover the health benefits of quitting, learn about effective cessation strategies, and explore the array of resources available to help you succeed. Whether you're considering quitting or supporting a loved one on their journey, this episode provides the encouragement and information you need to make a positive change.   Connect with Our Experts                   Syra York, DNP, AGNP-C                                  Ashley Cleveland, DNP   Episode Resources Transcript Ashley Cleveland, DNP Syra York, DNP, AGNP-C QuitRx Vanderbilt Lung Institute Record Your Go for the Gold Participation

    14 min

  5. 10/02/2025

    Season2, Episode 8B: Lifestyle Coaching

    In Part 2 of Episode 8, DeOnna Clark, MOT, OTR/L continues the discussion with Madeline Morrison, PharmD, BCTXP, who shares her personal journey to a healthier lifestyle. Madeline gives candid insights into her struggles with stress, sleep, and sustainable habits, and explores how lifestyle coaching helped her redefine wellness on her own terms.   Connect with Our Experts                                             DeOnna Clark, MOT, OTR/L                                              Madeline Morrison, PharmD, BCTXP   Episode Resources Transcript (Part B) Record Your Go for the Gold Participation Health Plus

    13 min

  6. 10/02/2025

    Season2, Episode 8A: Lifestyle Coaching

    Have you ever struggled to meet your health goals or to make changes in your own lifestyle? In this Healthier You episode, DeOnna Clark, MOT, OTR/L chats with Madeline Morrison, PharmD, BCTXP, who shares her personal journey to a healthier lifestyle. Madeline gives candid insights into her struggles with stress, sleep, and sustainable habits, and explores how lifestyle coaching helped her redefine wellness on her own terms. Connect with Our Experts                                        DeOnna Clark, MOT, OTR/L                                Madeline Morrison, PharmD, BCTXP Episode Resources Transcript (8A) Record Your Go for the Gold Participation Health Plus

    13 min

  7. 07/23/2025

    Season 2, Episode 7: Body Image: How NOT to Dread Summer

    As the sun shines brighter and the days grow longer, many of us face a familiar internal battle: the dread of summer and its accompanying body image woes. Join us as Megan Bergfeld, LCSW, ACM-SW chats with Lisa Jackson, LCSW about how to not dread the summer months. We'll explore practical tips for embracing your unique self, from mindful social media consumption to self-compassion and body neutrality. Learn how to silence the inner critic and cultivate a mindset that celebrates what your body can do rather than how it looks.   Connect with Our Experts:                                     Megan Bergfeld, LCSW, ACM-SW                                  Lisa Jackson, LCSW   Episode Resources: Transcript The Body Image Workbook, Thomas Cash Ph.D. The Body is not an Apology: The Power of Radical Self-Love, Sonya Renee Taylor More Than a Body: Your Body is an Instrument not an Ornament, Lindsay and Lexie Kite, Ph.D. The Emotional Eating, Chronic Dieting, Binge Eating & Body Image Workbook, Judith Matz, Amy Pershing, Christy Harrison Body Image Article How to Reframe the Way You Think About Your Body Body Image E-Course Record Your Go for the Gold Participation

    15 min

  8. 05/29/2025

    Season 2, Episode 6: Antibiotics: To Take or Not to Take

    As we enter peak season for respiratory illnesses, join us to learn the latest information on COVID and flu. Julie Hurst, MSN, FNP, MPH shares with us everything to know about symptoms for either illness, how to care for yourself if you do get sick, and where to obtain your vaccinations via Occupational Health Clinic. Connect With Our Experts Syra York, DNP, AGNP-C Milner Staub, MD Episode Resources Transcript Syra York, DNP, AGNP-C Milner Staub, MD Occupational Health Clinic Record Your Go for the Gold Participation

    11 min
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