Voices in Health and Wellness

Dr Andrew Greenland

 Voices in Health and Wellness is a podcast spotlighting the founders, practitioners, and innovators redefining what care looks like today. Hosted by Andrew Greenland, each episode features honest conversations with leaders building purpose-driven wellness brands — from sauna studios and supplements to holistic clinics and digital health. Designed for entrepreneurs, clinic owners, and health professionals, this series cuts through the noise to explore what’s working, what’s changing, and what’s next in the world of wellness. 

  1. Why Rehab Medicine Gets Overlooked - And Who Pays the Price with Dr Tanya Harris

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    Why Rehab Medicine Gets Overlooked - And Who Pays the Price with Dr Tanya Harris

    Send us Fan Mail Surviving a stroke or traumatic brain injury is only the beginning. The real question is what happens next when someone needs to walk, think, speak, swallow, dress, toilet, work, and live safely again. We sit down with Dr Tanya Harris, a Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) physician and medical director of a 40-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital, to pull back the curtain on how recovery is built day by day and why rehab medicine is still widely misunderstood. We unpack what physiatry actually covers, from musculoskeletal physical medicine to high-acuity rehabilitation after catastrophic illness and injury. Dr Harris explains the PM&R mindset of “adding life to years”, why early referral matters for neuroplasticity after stroke and brain injury, and what a truly multidisciplinary rehab team does differently: coordinated nursing, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, neuropsychology and more, all aligned to the patient’s goals and the family’s reality at home. Then we get into the hard part: healthcare access. Dr Harris shares what it looks like to spend hours on prior authorisations, peer-to-peers and appeals, why insurance denials have increased, and how short-term cost decisions can push patients away from intensive inpatient rehabilitation towards lower-intensity settings. We also explore what a fairer system could look like, including the case for universal coverage and lessons drawn from New Zealand’s approach. If you care about stroke recovery, brain injury rehabilitation, inpatient rehab, and the future of healthcare, subscribe, share this conversation, and leave a review. What part of the rehab journey do you think the public most misunderstands? Guest Biography Dr. Tanya Harris is a physician specializing in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, with a subspecialty focus in brain injury medicine. She serves as Medical Director of a 40-bed rehabilitation hospital at Good Samaritan, where she leads multidisciplinary care for patients recovering from complex injuries and illnesses including stroke, traumatic brain injury, amputation, and spinal cord injury. Passionate about restoring function, independence, and quality of life, Dr. Harris is also a committed advocate for greater awareness of PM&R and for better access to intensive rehabilitation services. Contact Details Website: https://multicare.orgLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanya-harris-md-79a7ab66/About Dr Andrew Greenland Dr Andrew Greenland is a UK-based medical doctor and founder of Greenland Medical, specialising in Integrative and Functional Medicine. With dual training in conventional and root-cause approaches, he helps individuals optimise health, performance, and longevity — with a focus on cognitive resilience and healthy ageing. Voices in Health and Wellness features meaningful conversations at the intersection of medicine, lifestyle, and human potential — with clinicians, scientists, and thinkers shaping the future of care. 💌 Join the mailing list for new episodes and exclusive reflections: https://subscribe.voicesinhealthandwellness.com

    42 min
  2. Root Cause, Not Relief: What Dentistry Misses About Function and Health With Dr Curtis Westersund

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    Root Cause, Not Relief: What Dentistry Misses About Function and Health With Dr Curtis Westersund

    Send us Fan Mail If you’ve ever wondered why TMJ pain, headaches, poor sleep, and stubborn neck tension so often travel together, this conversation makes the case that the jaw is rarely acting alone. We sit down with Dr Curtis Westersund, a dentist with 46 years in practice and 25 years focused on functional, systems-based dentistry, to challenge a familiar clinical reflex: treating pain as the main target. Curtis argues that pain can be a poor metric for health because it’s easy to mute while the underlying biomechanics keep pulling the body further off course. Curtis shares his own turning point, from weekly migraines and heavy ibuprofen use to the day a dental orthotic changed everything and he hasn’t had a migraine since 2002. From there we dig into what he actually sees in practice: worn and cracked teeth, grinding, gum recession, temporalis pain, limited jaw opening, head and neck restriction, and a steady overlap with airway and sleep-related breathing problems. The core idea is adaptive capacity: humans survive and thrive by compensating, but those compensations eventually create new strain. When breathing is harder, posture shifts to protect the next breath, and that can ripple from the bite to the neck and beyond. We also talk shop on how digital diagnostics such as CBCT imaging and T-Scan bite analysis reduce “wild guessing”, why biomechanics is still under-taught in dentistry, and how business incentives, time constraints, and insurance structures shape what care patients can access. Curtis closes with what he’s building next: teaching platforms, global education, and AI-enabled ways to help clinicians learn faster and patients find the right kind of support. Subscribe for more practitioner-level conversations, share this with a colleague who treats complex pain patterns, and leave a review so more clinicians can find the show. What’s the biggest link you see between bite, breathing, and posture? Guest Biography Dr Curtis Westersund is a Calgary-based dentist with more than 46 years of clinical experience, including the last 25 years focused on functional, systems-based dentistry. Through his work at Dentalife, he helps patients with complex TMJ, structural, airway, and bite-related issues using a whole-person, biomechanical approach. Known for his “teeth to toes” philosophy, Dr Westersund combines digital diagnostics, patient education, and interdisciplinary collaboration to address root causes rather than simply manage symptoms. Contact Details  Websites: www.dentalife.com and www.digitaltmj.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/curtis-westersund-5727323/About Dr Andrew Greenland Dr Andrew Greenland is a UK-based medical doctor and founder of Greenland Medical, specialising in Integrative and Functional Medicine. With dual training in conventional and root-cause approaches, he helps individuals optimise health, performance, and longevity — with a focus on cognitive resilience and healthy ageing. Voices in Health and Wellness features meaningful conversations at the intersection of medicine, lifestyle, and human potential — with clinicians, scientists, and thinkers shaping the future of care. 💌 Join the mailing list for new episodes and exclusive reflections: https://subscribe.voicesinhealthandwellness.com

    44 min
  3. Beyond “That’s Normal”: Dr. Troy Hailparn on Redefining Women’s Health

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    Beyond “That’s Normal”: Dr. Troy Hailparn on Redefining Women’s Health

    Send us Fan Mail Most women are told to accept postpartum leakage, bowel changes, reduced sensation, or discomfort as “normal”. We don’t buy that, and neither does Dr Troy Hailparn, a board-certified gynaecologist and pioneer in functional and cosmetic gynaecology. She explains how her work began as a response to patients whose concerns were brushed off, and why a better standard starts with one simple habit: ask about bladder function, bowel function, and sexual function, then examine and name external vulvar anatomy with the same seriousness as internal findings. We talk about procedures that most clinicians never learn in residency, including labioplasty and other vulvar surgeries, and why motivation is often misunderstood as purely aesthetic. Dr Hailparn shares how irritation, pain, hygiene issues, sport discomfort, and trauma history can shape what patients ask for, and why counselling and team-based support matter. We also get practical about pelvic floor myths, when kegels fail, and how “normal after childbirth” can become a dangerous excuse to stop investigating. On the systems side, we dig into informed consent, patient understanding, and the realities of building a cash pay solo clinic that makes time for long consultations. Dr Hailparn also outlines her evidence-led interest in regenerative medicine like PRP and exosomes, plus the bigger goal she wants next: proper training pathways through residency education or fellowship programmes. If women’s health, pelvic floor care, postpartum recovery, menopause counselling, and patient-centred gynaecology matter to you, subscribe, share this conversation with a friend, and leave us a review. What part of women’s care do you think medicine still avoids talking about? Guest Biography Dr. Troy Robbin Hailparn, MD, FACOG, FICS is a board-certified gynecologist with more than 30 years of clinical experience and the founder of the Cosmetic Gynecology Center of San Antonio. A pioneer in cosmetic and functional gynecology, she has spent more than two decades addressing overlooked issues in women’s sexual health, pelvic function, postpartum recovery, and quality of life. Dr. Hailparn authored ACOG’s first labiaplasty training module, teaches other physicians, and is known for her patient-centered, science-based approach to care. Contact Details Website: https://cosmeticgyn.net/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drhailparn/About Dr Andrew Greenland Dr Andrew Greenland is a UK-based medical doctor and founder of Greenland Medical, specialising in Integrative and Functional Medicine. With dual training in conventional and root-cause approaches, he helps individuals optimise health, performance, and longevity — with a focus on cognitive resilience and healthy ageing. Voices in Health and Wellness features meaningful conversations at the intersection of medicine, lifestyle, and human potential — with clinicians, scientists, and thinkers shaping the future of care. 💌 Join the mailing list for new episodes and exclusive reflections: https://subscribe.voicesinhealthandwellness.com

    36 min
  4. Why Better Surgical Outcomes Start Before the First Incision - with Dr Scott Russo

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    Why Better Surgical Outcomes Start Before the First Incision - with Dr Scott Russo

    Send us Fan Mail Surgery is rarely a single moment in theatre. The real make-or-break work happens in the quieter weeks beforehand, when patients are anxious, deconditioned, undernourished, or simply unsure what to do next. We sit down with Dr Scott Russo, founder of Recover Health and a long-time spine surgeon, to talk about surgical optimisation and why “getting ready” is not a nice-to-have but a clinical pathway that can change outcomes. We walk through the practical building blocks of prehabilitation: finding a patient’s why, training the mind with breath practice and visualisation, improving sleep and resilience, and making realistic nutrition upgrades that support healing. Scott shares a striking story of an elderly patient repeatedly cancelled for surgery who rebuilds mobility and confidence through a structured plan using pool therapy and simple home training. We also get specific about what to measure, from anxiety and depression screening to frailty tests, walk distance, and nutrition risk. Telehealth threads through the model as a way to expand access, especially for patients far from specialist care, while also raising important questions about older patients and digital barriers. If you lead a practice, manage a service line, or want to understand where surgical pathways leak value, this conversation connects clinical detail with operational reality. If this resonates, follow the show, share it with a colleague, and leave a review so more healthcare leaders can find it. What part of surgical preparation do you think the system ignores most? Guest Biography Dr. Scott Russo is the founder of Recover Health and a former orthopedic and spine surgeon with more than three decades of clinical experience. After performing over 9,000 surgeries and facing his own life-threatening illness, he developed a deep interest in how patients can be better prepared to recover from serious health events. Through Recover Health, Dr. Russo helps patients improve surgical readiness through mindset, nutrition, physical conditioning, and behavioral support, with the goal of reducing complications and improving long-term outcomes. Links Website: www.recoverhealth.netLinked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-s-russo-61110253/ About Dr Andrew Greenland Dr Andrew Greenland is a UK-based medical doctor and founder of Greenland Medical, specialising in Integrative and Functional Medicine. With dual training in conventional and root-cause approaches, he helps individuals optimise health, performance, and longevity — with a focus on cognitive resilience and healthy ageing. Voices in Health and Wellness features meaningful conversations at the intersection of medicine, lifestyle, and human potential — with clinicians, scientists, and thinkers shaping the future of care. 💌 Join the mailing list for new episodes and exclusive reflections: https://subscribe.voicesinhealthandwellness.com

    36 min
  5. The Hidden Complexity of Thoracic Outlet Syndrome with Dr Scott Werden

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    The Hidden Complexity of Thoracic Outlet Syndrome with Dr Scott Werden

    Send us Fan Mail A patient can spend years chasing an explanation for arm pain, numbness, tingling, or a shoulder that simply stops working under load, only to be told nothing shows up on tests. That gap between lived symptoms and clinical certainty is where thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) so often falls apart, especially the neurogenic form involving the brachial plexus. I’m joined by Dr Scott Werden, a diagnostic radiologist at Vanguard Specialty Imaging in San Francisco, who has spent decades building better ways to see and explain what is happening at the crowded junction of neck, chest and shoulder.  We talk through what thoracic outlet syndrome is in clear terms, why arm motion can dynamically compress nerves, and why standard neurological exams can miss the problem entirely. Scott shares what patients usually endure before reaching the right clinician, plus the controversial tools people lean on, from provocative manoeuvres to selective scalene injections. He also challenges the over-reliance on EMG and nerve conduction studies for early neurogenic TOS, and explains how advanced MRI imaging can shift care from guesswork to an anatomical, treatable plan.  Along the way we dig into medical dogma, the history of “disputed” neurogenic TOS, and what a true multidisciplinary model looks like when one clinician quarterbacks input from imaging, physiotherapy, pain management and surgery. If you care about diagnostic accuracy, patient advocacy, sports medicine, or collaborative healthcare, this conversation will sharpen how you think about brachial plexus compression and missed diagnoses. Subscribe, share this with a clinician or athlete who needs it, and leave a review with your biggest takeaway. Guest Biography Dr Scott Werden is a physician and radiologist with Vanguard Specialty Imaging in San Francisco, California. He has spent more than two decades focused on improving the diagnosis and understanding of thoracic outlet syndrome, helping patients and clinicians navigate one of medicine’s most misunderstood conditions. His work centers on advanced imaging, specialist collaboration, and raising awareness to improve outcomes for people living with TOS. Links Website: https://www.tosmri.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottwerden/About Dr Andrew Greenland Dr Andrew Greenland is a UK-based medical doctor and founder of Greenland Medical, specialising in Integrative and Functional Medicine. With dual training in conventional and root-cause approaches, he helps individuals optimise health, performance, and longevity — with a focus on cognitive resilience and healthy ageing. Voices in Health and Wellness features meaningful conversations at the intersection of medicine, lifestyle, and human potential — with clinicians, scientists, and thinkers shaping the future of care. 💌 Join the mailing list for new episodes and exclusive reflections: https://subscribe.voicesinhealthandwellness.com

    38 min
  6. The Business of Neurorehab: From Aspiring Doctor to Practice Leader with Tiffany Miller-Bolerjack

    APR 3

    The Business of Neurorehab: From Aspiring Doctor to Practice Leader with Tiffany Miller-Bolerjack

    Send us Fan Mail Neuropsych testing looks clinical from the outside, but from the inside it is a high-stakes mix of patient anxiety, complex logistics, and constant financial pressure. We sit down with Tiffany Miller-Bolerjak, Office Manager and Administrator at Dallas Neuro Rehab Centre and the CEO behind a credentialing and consulting firm, to show what it really takes to run a specialist neurorehabilitation and neuropsychology clinic day to day.  We talk about the patient journey across the lifespan, from children being assessed for ADHD, autism, learning issues, anxiety, and behaviour challenges to older adults worried that memory testing will take away their independence. Tiffany explains how neuropsychological assessment batteries vary by age, education, and background, why some appointments must start with the clinician to reduce fear, and how the final report turns into practical treatment plan recommendations around sleep, movement, hydration, diet, and cognitive strategies.  Then we go behind the scenes into healthcare operations: six-week psychometrist training, costly materials, scoring platforms, and the shift to subscription-based assessment tools that require continual retraining. We also dig into accessibility and affordability, including the reality of patients delaying care for financial reasons and how insurance deductibles create dramatic seasonal demand swings that can distort clinic growth strategy and staffing.  Finally, Tiffany shares leadership lessons that apply to any medical practice: listening to office managers, building flexibility into policies, reducing no-shows through better communication, and creating a workplace culture that keeps good people. If you found this useful, subscribe, share it with a practice owner or clinic manager, and leave a review to help more healthcare teams find the show. Guest Biography Tiffany E. Miller-Bolerjack, MHSA is the Office Manager and Administrator at Dallas NeuroRehab Center, where she oversees the operational and administrative systems behind a specialist neurorehabilitation practice serving children, adults, and geriatric patients. She also serves as CEO and Managing Member of Dragon Slayers Credentialing and Consulting, supporting healthcare organisations with credentialing, policy development, and operational improvement. With a background spanning in-home care, case management, psychiatric practice management, and healthcare administration, Tiffany brings a practical, systems-level perspective on staffing, patient experience, referral growth, and the realities of running complex specialist clinics. Links Website: www.dallasneurorehabcenter.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiffany-emmalee-miller/About Dr Andrew Greenland Dr Andrew Greenland is a UK-based medical doctor and founder of Greenland Medical, specialising in Integrative and Functional Medicine. With dual training in conventional and root-cause approaches, he helps individuals optimise health, performance, and longevity — with a focus on cognitive resilience and healthy ageing. Voices in Health and Wellness features meaningful conversations at the intersection of medicine, lifestyle, and human potential — with clinicians, scientists, and thinkers shaping the future of care. 💌 Join the mailing list for new episodes and exclusive reflections: https://subscribe.voicesinhealthandwellness.com

    43 min
  7. When “Everything Looks Normal” but Patients Still Feel Unwell with Dr Jeff Matz

    APR 2

    When “Everything Looks Normal” but Patients Still Feel Unwell with Dr Jeff Matz

    Send us Fan Mail Your blood tests can look perfect while your body feels anything but. We sit down with Dr Jeff Matz, functional medicine practitioner and founder of Via Nova Health, to unpack why that happens and what to do when fatigue, weight gain, low mood, low libido, or brain fog keep showing up despite being told “everything is normal”. Jeff shares how his work evolved from pain management into root cause care built on education, realistic behaviour change, and a plan you can actually stick to.  We get specific about the patterns he sees most often in women aged roughly 35 to 55 navigating hormonal transitions and early signs of metabolic dysfunction. Jeff explains why the old calories in calories out story often falls short, how people end up on piles of supplements and conflicting diets, and how he simplifies treatment so it becomes manageable. We also dig into functional medicine testing: when it’s worth going deeper, when it’s a waste of money, and the simple question he asks before ordering any lab.  Finally, we talk tools and trade-offs, including HRT, peptides, lifestyle interventions, and supplementation, with an emphasis on informed consent and long-term thinking. If you’re looking for a clearer, calmer approach to hormone health, weight loss resistance, and sustainable wellness, this conversation will give you a strong starting point. Subscribe, share with a friend and leave a review with the one symptom you most want answered. Guest Biography Dr. Jeff Matz, DC, MS is a functional medicine practitioner and founder of Via Nova Health, serving patients across the Carolinas and southeastern United States. With more than 15 years of clinical experience, he helps people uncover the root causes behind persistent symptoms that are often dismissed as “normal.” His work focuses on hormonal imbalances, autoimmune issues, GI dysfunction, metabolic health, and proactive aging through lifestyle medicine, targeted supplementation, and advanced therapies including peptides, IV therapy, and ozone. Links Website: https://via-nova-health.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffrey-matz-35964b2b/About Dr Andrew Greenland Dr Andrew Greenland is a UK-based medical doctor and founder of Greenland Medical, specialising in Integrative and Functional Medicine. With dual training in conventional and root-cause approaches, he helps individuals optimise health, performance, and longevity — with a focus on cognitive resilience and healthy ageing. Voices in Health and Wellness features meaningful conversations at the intersection of medicine, lifestyle, and human potential — with clinicians, scientists, and thinkers shaping the future of care. 💌 Join the mailing list for new episodes and exclusive reflections: https://subscribe.voicesinhealthandwellness.com

    35 min
  8. Rebuilding A Medical Career Abroad with Dr Yasmin Areida

    MAR 15

    Rebuilding A Medical Career Abroad with Dr Yasmin Areida

    Send us Fan Mail A career can be built twice, but it rarely happens without a cost. We talk with Dr Yasmin Areida, who starts out as a plastic surgeon in Egypt, retrains across continents, and rebuilds her clinical life in the US after discovering her credentials are not recognised. That professional reset collides with something even more personal: a rheumatoid arthritis diagnosis that forces her to rethink what “getting better” actually looks like when you live with autoimmune disease.  We walk through the functional medicine and clinical nutrition principles she uses with patients, starting with a gut health first foundation and then expanding into movement, sleep, stress management, and targeted nutrition support. Yasmin explains why “food is medicine” is true but incomplete without time, consistency, and realistic expectations, especially when symptoms have built up over years. You will also hear how she uses deep breathing techniques to support high stress states and how she frames progress for people who feel stuck.  If you are curious about the practical side of functional nutrition, we break down her patient journey from comprehensive intake forms and food journals to 45 to 60 minute consults that build a health timeline. We also discuss advanced diagnostics in a clear, grounded way, including stool analysis, hormone testing such as DUTCH style testing, and assessments related to mould or Lyme, plus how scope of practice rules shape referrals and team based care. Finally, we compare the US and Egypt in terms of access, perceptions of functional medicine, and the real business constraints behind delivering high touch healthcare.  If this conversation helps you, subscribe, share it with a colleague, and leave a review so more practitioners and patients can find the show. What part of Yasmin’s journey or approach do you want to hear more about next? Guest biography Dr Yasmin Areida, MD, MS, CNS, LDN is a functional medicine and clinical nutrition practitioner based in Malvern, Pennsylvania. Originally trained and licensed as a physician in Egypt, she rebuilt her career in the United States after relocating, combining her medical background with advanced training in functional medicine, nutrition, and patient-centered wellness care. Her work focuses especially on GI health, autoimmune conditions, and hormone imbalances, informed in part by her own experience with rheumatoid arthritis. Dr Areida also has a background in aesthetics and education, bringing a broad, integrative perspective to modern healthcare. Links Website: https://www.dryasobeautyclinic.com/aboutLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-yasmin-arieda-md-ms-cns-ldn-14500792/About Dr Andrew Greenland Dr Andrew Greenland is a UK-based medical doctor and founder of Greenland Medical, specialising in Integrative and Functional Medicine. With dual training in conventional and root-cause approaches, he helps individuals optimise health, performance, and longevity — with a focus on cognitive resilience and healthy ageing. Voices in Health and Wellness features meaningful conversations at the intersection of medicine, lifestyle, and human potential — with clinicians, scientists, and thinkers shaping the future of care. 💌 Join the mailing list for new episodes and exclusive reflections: https://subscribe.voicesinhealthandwellness.com

    35 min

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 Voices in Health and Wellness is a podcast spotlighting the founders, practitioners, and innovators redefining what care looks like today. Hosted by Andrew Greenland, each episode features honest conversations with leaders building purpose-driven wellness brands — from sauna studios and supplements to holistic clinics and digital health. Designed for entrepreneurs, clinic owners, and health professionals, this series cuts through the noise to explore what’s working, what’s changing, and what’s next in the world of wellness.