The Care Room with Dr. Cindy

Dr. Cindy Ojevwe, MD
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Step into The Care Room—a warm, honest, empowering space where Dr. Cindy Ojevwe, MD, a board certified family physician, shares real conversations about health, healing, and hope. From navigating weight loss at any age to caring for your mental health, managing chronic conditions, and rebuilding life after divorce, this podcast offers no-nonsense medical insight with heart. Whether you’re someone craving clarity in a confusing healthcare world, a teen or a busy parent, Dr. Cindy breaks it all down with compassion and expertise. New episodes drop every Monday. This is care that meets you here

  1. 6D AGO

    Finding Balance and Joy: A Physician Perspective with Dr. Mary Leung

    In Episode 26 of The Care Room with Dr. Cindy, Dr. Mary Leung, hematologist, oncologist, physician wellness coach, and mom, shares her honest and inspiring journey from leaving traditional employment to building a more aligned and intentional career and life. Dr. Leung opens up about the hidden realities of burnout, the pressure of demanding schedules, and how constantly juggling responsibilities can impact mental health, focus, and overall well-being.Through her personal and professional experiences, Dr. Leung shares powerful mindset shifts that help busy professionals reclaim control, including choosing which thoughts deserve attention, embracing gratitude in small everyday moments, protecting rest, and learning the importance of delegation. This conversation is uplifting, relatable, and deeply refreshing, offering meaningful reminders that success and joy can coexist, and that caring for your well-being allows you to show up more fully for the people who rely on you.You can find Dr. Mary Leung here:Instagram:   / drmaryleung  Website: https://www.shiningwithgratitudemd.comLinkedin:   / mary-leung-md-9b52331b4

    29 min

  2. FEB 9

    The Future of Mental Health: Integrative Psychiatry with Dr. Amy O’Donnell

    In this episode Dr. Cindy Ojevwe sits down with Dr. Amy O’Donnell, an integrative psychiatrist, to explore the future of mental health care—and why integrative psychiatry matters now more than ever.Dr. O’Donnell brings a refreshing, whole-person perspective to psychiatry, blending evidence-based medication management with psychotherapy, lifestyle medicine, and holistic tools. In this conversation, she opens up about the realities of misdiagnosis in mental health, why many patients remain on psychiatric medications for years or even decades, and how side effects can evolve over time—especially as people age.A central focus of this episode is deprescribing and the thoughtful, science-backed process of safely reducing psychiatric medications when appropriate. Dr. O’Donnell explains concepts like hyperbolic tapering, why people often feel worse near the end of tapering, and how slowing down can reduce withdrawal symptoms and the risk of relapse. This approach honors how the brain actually adapts and helps patients feel supported rather than rushed.Together, Dr. Cindy and Dr. O’Donnell challenge the idea that “more medication” is always the solution. Instead, they explore how integrative psychiatry offers a more compassionate, personalized, and sustainable model of care—one that prioritizes long-term wellness, empowerment, and hope.This episode is for anyone navigating anxiety or depression, questioning their current treatment plan, supporting a loved one, or curious about a more human approach to mental health care.You can find Dr. Amy O’Donnell here:Website: www.naturesflowpsych.comInstagram: naturesflow.psych

    23 min

  3. FEB 2

    Loving the Men in Our Lives: Let’s Talk Prostate Health with Dr. James Kuan

    In this episode of The Care Room with Dr. Cindy, Dr. Cindy Ojevwe turns the spotlight on the men in our lives with a timely and meaningful conversation titled “Loving the Men in Our Lives: Let’s Talk Prostate Health.”Dr. Cindy is joined by Dr. James Kuan, urologist, coach, and creator of Sex After Retirement, for an open, honest, and refreshingly human discussion about prostate health, urinary symptoms, aging, and how these changes affect not just men—but their relationships, confidence, and quality of life.Together, they unpack the early signs men often ignore, like frequent bathroom trips, urgency, slow stream, and waking up at night to pee. Dr. James explains what’s really happening as the prostate grows, when symptoms should raise concern, and the simple, practical steps men can take before issues become serious. Along the way, they also explore communication, partnership, and how loved ones can support men without shame or pressure.This episode is full of clarity, reassurance, empowering knowledge, and a little laughter—because caring for the men we love starts with awareness, conversation, and action.This conversation is for wives, partners, daughters, friends—and yes, for the men themselves.You can find Dr. James Kuan here:Instagram:   / drjameskuan  Facebook:   / 522892107578784  Website: https://sexafterretirement.com

    20 min

  4. JAN 26

    The Silent Struggles of a Woman’s Pelvis with Dr. Nabila Noor

    In this episode of The Care Room with Dr. Cindy, Dr. Cindy Ojevwe sits down with Dr. Nabila Noor, a nationally recognized, double board-certified urogynecologist and OB-GYN with fellowship training in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery from Harvard, to talk about the silent struggles of a woman’s pelvis—and why these issues deserve attention.After years of seeing women silently live with urinary leakage, pelvic organ prolapse, UTIs, and pelvic floor changes, Dr. Noor began asking a deeper question: why are these common—but often untreated—issues still considered “normal”? In this conversation, she shares what led her to become a global pelvic health educator, breaking down myths, stigma, and confusion around women’s pelvic health.Dr. Noor discusses urinary symptoms, intimacy, sexual health, and menopause-related pelvic changes, explaining why silence has kept many women from getting care, and how knowledge, early intervention, and proper treatment can restore confidence and wellbeing. She also emphasizes that while these issues are common, they are not normal, and every woman deserves better care and information.This episode challenges the way we’ve been taught to think about pelvic health. It’s about giving women clarity, confidence, and support—removing shame and fear so care can be empowering, informed, and accessible.You can find Dr. Nabila Noor here:Website: https://www.drnabilanoor.com/YouTube:    / @drnabilanoor  Instagram:   / drnabilanoor  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?...LinkedIn:   / dr-nabila-noor-9b5b2930

    37 min

  5. JAN 19

    Revolutionizing Healthcare: The Direct Primary Care Model with Dr. Nadia Sirdar

    In this episode of The Care Room with Dr. Cindy, Dr. Cindy Ojevwe sits down with Dr. Nadia Sirdar, a board-certified internal medicine physician trained at Yale, Northwestern, and UT Southwestern, to explore a different way of thinking about healthcare—and why it matters now more than ever.After spending nearly a decade caring for the sickest patients in the hospital, often stepping in when prevention had come too late, Dr. Sirdar began asking a deeper question: Is there a better way to care for people before they get this sick? In this conversation, she shares what led her to step away from traditional hospital medicine and build a more sustainable, human-centered approach through Direct Primary Care (DPC).Dr. Sirdar discusses physician burnout, balance, rising healthcare costs, and why prevention, partnership, and access should not feel like luxuries—especially for busy women navigating midlife, careers, and family responsibilities. She explains how community-centered, relationship-based care can lead to better outcomes for patients while also restoring purpose and fulfillment for doctors.This episode challenges the way we’ve been taught to experience healthcare. It’s about rethinking care for both patients and physicians, and what becomes possible when healthcare is proactive, personal, and rooted in community rather than crisis.You can find Dr.Nadia Sirdar here:Instagram:  / drnadiasirdar  Facebook:  / nadiasirdarmd  TikTok:  / dr.nadiasirdar  LinkedIn:   / drnadiasirdar  YouTube:    / @drnadiasirdar

    21 min

  6. JAN 12

    Navigating The Complexities of Fertility with Dr. Erica Bove

    In this episode of The Care Room, Dr. Cindy Ojevwe interviews Dr. Erica Bove, a double board–certified OB-GYN and Reproductive Endocrinologist at the University of Vermont, to explore the emotional, medical, and human complexities of fertility. Dr. Bove shares how her training and clinical experience led her to recognize gaps in traditional fertility care—and how that realization shaped her mission to support women through fertility with clarity, compassion, and confidence.She discusses the importance of evidence-based medicine alongside emotional support, self-compassion, and advocacy. She highlights the unique challenges faced by high-achieving women, including women physicians, and explains how thoughtful guidance, mindset work, and community can profoundly impact the fertility journey. This conversation offers reassurance and perspective for anyone navigating infertility or supporting someone who is.Dr. Bove's work centers on bridging rigorous medical care with deeply human support, helping women feel informed, empowered, and less alone as they navigate the path to parenthood. She is especially passionate about supporting women physicians and healthcare professionals, with a mission to heal and support the healers while helping them build the families they dream of.You can find Dr. Erica Bove here:Website: loveandsciencefertility.com Linked In: www.linkedin.com/in/erica-bove-0701a0173IG: loveandsciencefertility  FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?...Podcast: loveandsciencefertility.com/podcast

    34 min

  7. JAN 5

    Diabetes: The Wakeup Call With Dr. Brittney Anderson

    In this conversation, Dr. Cindy Ojevwe sits down with Dr. Brittney Anderson to talk about diabetes in a way that feels real, human, and easy to understand. Dr. Anderson breaks down what diabetes actually is, why blood sugar control matters, and what patients can expect after a diagnosis—without fear, shame, or overwhelming medical jargon.Dr. Anderson is a board-certified family medicine physician serving individuals and families in Alabama and surrounding communities, with a special focus on rural health. Through her daily clinical work, she sees firsthand how often diabetes is misunderstood, minimized, or feared. Her approach centers on education, prevention, and empowering patients with practical, respectful guidance they can actually use.In this episode, Dr. Anderson explains concepts like A1C, lifestyle changes, nutrition, portion sizes, and treatment options—including when medications such as GLP-1s may be appropriate—using relatable examples and clear language. The goal isn’t perfection, but understanding what’s happening in the body and how small, informed steps can make a meaningful difference.This is an essential conversation for anyone who has ever been told to “watch your sugar,” received a new diagnosis, or wants to better understand diabetes for themselves or someone they love.Dr. Anderson also shares how her wellness planner helps patients track daily habits, appointments, and progress—because managing diabetes is about consistency, not perfection.You can find Dr. Brittney Anderson here:Podcast: Headed to Healthy PodcastInstagram: Anderson Family Care / Dr. B AndersonFacebook: Brittney AndersonWellness planner: https://healthierplanner.com

    29 min

  8. 12/29/2025

    Skin Care Pearls with dermatologist Dr. Dina Strachan

    In this conversation, Dr. Dina Strachan shares practical, evidence-based skincare guidance designed to cut through confusion, trends, and fear-based messaging. She and Dr. Cindy discuss what actually matters when it comes to skin health, including daily sunscreen use, UV exposure, skincare for skin of color, moisturizers that truly work, hair loss, red light therapy, and how to confidently evaluate skin changes using the ABCDEs of melanoma.Dr. Strachan is an internationally recognized, board-certified dermatologist, Harvard- and Yale-educated physician, NYU faculty member, best-selling author, and the founder of Aglow Dermatology in New York City. She is widely trusted for her expertise across all skin types and has been featured in outlets including The New York Times, Essence, and Netflix’s The Black Beauty Effect.Known for her clear, grounded approach, Dr. Strachan brings science and compassion together to help patients and audiences feel informed rather than overwhelmed. Her work emphasizes accessible education, prevention, and empowering individuals to make confident decisions about their skin health at every stage of life.This episode is full of “skincare pearls” you’ll want to revisit and share—especially if you’ve ever felt unsure about SPF, overwhelmed in the skincare aisle, or uncertain about a changing mole. Clear guidance. Real answers. No fear-mongering.

    22 min
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Step into The Care Room—a warm, honest, empowering space where Dr. Cindy Ojevwe, MD, a board certified family physician, shares real conversations about health, healing, and hope. From navigating weight loss at any age to caring for your mental health, managing chronic conditions, and rebuilding life after divorce, this podcast offers no-nonsense medical insight with heart. Whether you’re someone craving clarity in a confusing healthcare world, a teen or a busy parent, Dr. Cindy breaks it all down with compassion and expertise. New episodes drop every Monday. This is care that meets you here

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  • Creator
    Dr. Cindy Ojevwe, MD
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    35
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Dr. Cindy Ojevwe, MD
  • Show Website
    The Care Room with Dr. Cindy