Prime Health Podcast

Dr. Derek Baron

The Prime Health Podcast brings you expert insights, real stories, and practical advice on wellness, fitness, and modern healthcare. Each episode is designed to empower you with the knowledge and tools to take charge of your health and live your best life.

  1. Treating Root Causes, Not Symptoms: A Physician’s Shift Toward True Healing - Talk with Dr. Vidal

    4D AGO

    Treating Root Causes, Not Symptoms: A Physician’s Shift Toward True Healing - Talk with Dr. Vidal

    In this episode of the Prime Health Podcast, Dr. Derek Baron interviews Dr. Vidal Sheen, a board-certified physician in internal medicine and phlebology, and the founder of Sheen Vein Aesthetics and Functional Medicine. Dr. Sheen discusses his transition from a traditional medical model to an approach rooted in functional and regenerative care, an evolution heavily influenced by his undergraduate background in bioengineering. They explore how modern medicine often acts as a band-aid for chronic diseases and why activating the body’s natural healing cascades leads to true restoration. Key Takeaways: An Engineering Mindset: Dr. Sheen approaches the human body as a complex system, aiming to identify and fix the underlying chemical or structural changes that cause disease—like asking why a 40-year-old suddenly developed high blood pressure—rather than just medicating the symptoms.Redefining Heart Disease: Discover why insulin resistance and vascular inflammation are the true culprits behind atherosclerotic disease and heart attacks, creating the environment where LDL cholesterol fractures and ruptures.Regenerative Aesthetics: True anti-aging involves giving the body the nutritional cofactors it needs to rebuild lost volume and collagen, utilizing autologous materials like fat transfers instead of temporary, artificial fixes like Botox and fillers. Connect with our Guest 🌐 Website: https://www.sheenveinandcosmetics.com/ 🔗 LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vidal-sheen-m-d-rvt-rpvi-9a03b123/ 🔗 LinkedIn Page: 🔗 Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/SheenVein 🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sheen_vein/ 🔗 TikTok: 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Sheenvein 🎙️ To be a guest or suggest an episode, email: info@primehealthpodcast.com Connect with us: 🌐 Website: https://primehealthpodcast.com/ 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derektbaron/ 🔗 LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/grro-solutions 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PrimeHealthPodcast 🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/primehealthpodcast/ 🔗 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@primehealthpodcast 🔗 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/primehealthpodcast

    59 min
  2. Inside Integrative Medicine: Gut Health, Weight Loss, and the Real... - Talk with Dr. Mary Pardee

    5D AGO

    Inside Integrative Medicine: Gut Health, Weight Loss, and the Real... - Talk with Dr. Mary Pardee

    In this episode of the Prime Health Podcast, Dr. Derek Baron interviews Dr. Mary Pardee, a naturopathic medical doctor, longevity specialist, and founder of Modrn Med. They discuss her transition from researching exercise physiology for the U.S. government to solving her own lifelong GI issues, ultimately shaping her evidence-based approach to naturopathic medicine. Key Takeaways: Evidence-Based Naturopathy: Dispelling myths, Dr. Mary Pardee explains that true integrative medicine is science-based and can include prescribing pharmaceuticals—such as weight loss medications—when they are the best tool for the patient.The Truth About Bloating: While minor abdominal distension after a meal is normal physiology, severe bloating that worsens throughout the day may indicate conditions like SIBO, which can be identified using a lactulose breath test.Gluten Misconceptions: Unless a patient has celiac disease or a confirmed non-celiac sensitivity, there is little scientific evidence to support the widespread demonization of gluten in the functional medicine space.Connect with our Guest 🌐 Website: https://www.modrnmed.com/ 🔗 LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-pardee/ 🔗 LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/modrnmed/ 🔗 Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/modrnmed/ 🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.marypardee 🔗 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.marypardee 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.marypardee7668 🔗 Other Links: https://www.onecommune.com/marypardee 🎙️ To be a guest or suggest an episode, email: info@primehealthpodcast.com Connect with us: 🌐 Website: https://primehealthpodcast.com/ 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derektbaron/ 🔗 LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/grro-solutions 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PrimeHealthPodcast 🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/primehealthpodcast/ 🔗 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@primehealthpodcast 🔗 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/primehealthpodcast

    38 min
  3. “You’re Not Broken.” A New Way to Think About Menopause, Stress, and... - Talk with Dr. Kay Corpus

    6D AGO

    “You’re Not Broken.” A New Way to Think About Menopause, Stress, and... - Talk with Dr. Kay Corpus

    In this episode of the Prime Health Podcast, Dr. Derek Baron interviews Dr. Kay Corpus, a board-certified family physician, expert in integrative medicine, and founder of Soul of Medicine. Dr. Kay Corpus shares her personal journey from conventional medical burnout to finding her true calling in holistic healing. They discuss how physical symptoms are often a portal to deeper emotional and spiritual imbalances, and why empathy is a crucial component of patient care. Key Takeaways: The Wounded Healer: Dr. Kay Corpus's own struggles with adrenal fatigue and burnout inspired her to build a practice that honors the mind, body, and soul connection.Reframing Menopause: Rather than a decline, menopause is a "cocoon" phase—a necessary and sometimes messy initiation into a woman's authentic wisdom.Pain as a Portal: Physical symptoms are often the body’s way of signaling deeper emotional, spiritual, or relational energy leaks that need addressing. Connect with our Guest 🌐 Website: https://www.kaycorpusmd.com/ | https://linktr.ee/k.corpus🔗 LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaycorpusmd/🔗 LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/soul-of-medicine-institute-with-kay-corpus-md/🔗 Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/kaycorpusmd/🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaycorpusmd/🔗 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kaycorpusmd📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAQ95_KjmT5ZPcm9NifT7Eg 🎙️ To be a guest or suggest an episode, email: info@primehealthpodcast.comConnect with us: 🌐 Website: https://primehealthpodcast.com/🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derektbaron/🔗 LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/grro-solutions📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PrimeHealthPodcast🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/primehealthpodcast/🔗 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@primehealthpodcast

    47 min
  4. PRP vs Stem Cells vs Exosomes: The Real-World Guide from a Spine Neurosurgeon - Talk with Dr. Jeff

    FEB 18

    PRP vs Stem Cells vs Exosomes: The Real-World Guide from a Spine Neurosurgeon - Talk with Dr. Jeff

    In this episode of the Prime Health Podcast, Dr. Derek Baron interviews Dr. Jeff D. Gross, a neurosurgeon known as the "Stem Cell Whisperer" and founder of ReCELLebrate. Dr. Gross shares his journey from a traditional spine surgeon to a pioneer in regenerative medicine, driven by the desire to offer patients effective alternatives to invasive surgery. Key Takeaways: The Shift to Regenerative Care: Dr. Gross transitioned from traditional neurosurgery to regenerative medicine to fill the gap between conservative treatments and invasive surgeries.Understanding Biologics: While PRP provides a baseline of healing, stem cells and specifically their messenger particles (exosomes) offer a potent, anti-inflammatory "biohack" that mimics youthful cellular repair.Exosomes Over Stem Cells: Stem cells from young sources (like amniotic fluid) are powerful, but it's the exosomes they secrete that do the actual work of communicating with and repairing our cells. Connect with our Guest 🌐 Website: https://ifixspines.com/ | https://recellebrate.com/ 🔗 LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-gross-md-5605605/ 🔗 LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/recellebrate/ 🔗 Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/recellebrate 🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/recellebrate/ 🔗 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@recellebrate 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@recellebrate5952 🎙️ To be a guest or suggest an episode, email: info@primehealthpodcast.com Connect with us: 🌐 Website: https://primehealthpodcast.com/ 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derektbaron/ 🔗 LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/grro-solutions 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PrimeHealthPodcast 🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/primehealthpodcast/ 🔗 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@primehealthpodcast 🔗 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/primehealthpodcast

    39 min
  5. Functional Medicine Isn’t More Testing: It’s the Right Strategy, Done in.. - Talk with Pete Williams

    FEB 12

    Functional Medicine Isn’t More Testing: It’s the Right Strategy, Done in.. - Talk with Pete Williams

    In this episode of the Prime Health Podcast, Dr. Derek Baron interviews Pete Williams, founder of Functional Medicine Associates. They discuss the concept of "over-functionalization," where practitioners rely too heavily on expensive testing and supplements rather than sound strategy. Key Takeaways: Strategy Over Testing: Pete argues against the "over-functionalization" of medicine, emphasizing that understanding the system is more valuable than running thousands of dollars in unnecessary tests.The Oral-Systemic Link: Poor oral health (e.g., periodontal disease) is a key driver of systemic issues like cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and Alzheimer's due to pathogen translocation.DNA Smile: Pete developed a genomics panel to help clinicians understand a patient's genetic susceptibility to oral and systemic inflammation, including mercury detoxification. Connect with our Guest 🌐 Website: https://www.functional-medicine.associates/🔗 LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fmedassociates/🔗 LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/functional-medicine-associates/🔗 Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/fmedassociates/🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/petewilliams_fma/🔗 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@functional.medicine📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeY6VIRdzl43X0qjXiiMcLg 🎙️ To be a guest or suggest an episode, email: info@primehealthpodcast.com Connect with us: 🌐 Website: https://primehealthpodcast.com/🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derektbaron/🔗 LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/grro-solutions📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PrimeHealthPodcast🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/primehealthpodcast/🔗 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@primehealthpodcast🔗 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/primehealthpodcast

    28 min
  6. Revolutionizing Recovery: The Power of Red Light Therapy - Talk with John Harper

    FEB 9

    Revolutionizing Recovery: The Power of Red Light Therapy - Talk with John Harper

    In this episode of the Prime Health Podcast, Dr. Derek Baron talks with John Graham Harper, Founder and CEO of LumaFlex. They discuss John's transition from a competitive athlete in rugby and boxing to a wellness innovator following a life-changing brain tumor diagnosis. John shares how he discovered the healing power of red light therapy to treat his own chronic injuries and how that led to the creation of LumaFlex, a portable, waterproof, and flexible device designed for consistency and ease of use. Key Takeaways: From Trauma to Innovation: John’s journey began after a tumor diagnosis forced him to stop contact sports, leading him to discover red light therapy which healed his chronic knee pain in two weeks. Cellular Charging: Red light therapy acts like a battery charger for the body, stimulating mitochondria to increase ATP production and reduce inflammation. Portability & Consistency: Unlike bulky panels, LumaFlex is designed to fit in a gym bag and mold to the body, encouraging consistent daily use which is key to results. Beyond Muscles: The therapy helps regulate circadian rhythms for better sleep and is being used to support veterans dealing with PTSD. LumaFlex Academy: John emphasizes the need for education alongside the product, offering free training to users and clinicians to ensure effective treatment protocols. Connect with our Guest 🌐 Website: https://www.lumaflex.com/ 🔗 LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-graham-harper-168234163/ 🔗 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lumaflexbodypro/ 🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lumaflex 🔗 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lumaflexofficial 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lumaflex 🎙️ To be a guest or suggest an episode, email: info@primehealthpodcast.com Connect with us: 🌐 Website: https://primehealthpodcast.com/ 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derektbaron/ 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/grro-solutions 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PrimeHealthPodcast 🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/primehealthpodcast/ 🔗 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@primehealthpodcast 🔗 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/primehealthpodcast

    50 min
  7. How Root Functional Medicine is Helping You Own Your Own Health - Talk with Dr. Emily Cordes

    FEB 3

    How Root Functional Medicine is Helping You Own Your Own Health - Talk with Dr. Emily Cordes

    In this episode of the Prime Health Podcast, Dr. Derek Baron talks with Dr. Emily Cordes, Lead Physician at Root Functional Medicine. They discuss Dr. Emily Cordes' transition from traditional internal medicine to a functional approach that addresses the root causes of chronic disease rather than just managing symptoms. Dr. Emily Cordes explains Root’s unique membership model, which pairs every patient with both a physician and a registered dietitian to provide comprehensive nutritional support and extended care time. Key Takeaways: Root Cause Focus: Dr. Emily Cordes shifted from the "pill for an ill" mentality to investigating upstream drivers of disease like inflammation and lifestyle. The Team Model: Unlike standard practice, Root Functional Medicine pairs every member with both a physician and a registered dietitian to ensure nutrition is central to the treatment plan. Corporate Wellness: Root is democratizing functional medicine by partnering directly with businesses to offer these services to employees, reducing health spend and improving outcomes. Connect with our Guest 🌐 Website: https://rootfunctionalmedicine.com/ 🔗 LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-cordes-do-ifmcp-a4363423b/ 🔗 LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/root-functional-medicine/ 🔗 Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RootFunctionalMedicine/ 🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rootfunctionalmedicine/ 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rootfunctionalmedicine 🎙️ Podcast: https://rootfunctionalmedicine.com/podcast 🎙️ To be a guest or suggest an episode, email: info@primehealthpodcast.com Connect with us: 🌐 Website: https://primehealthpodcast.com/ 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derektbaron/ 🔗 LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/grro-solutions 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PrimeHealthPodcast 🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/primehealthpodcast/ 🔗 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@primehealthpodcast 🔗 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/primehealthpodcast

    41 min
  8. Dr. Derrington Uses The Body's Secret Healing Power To Achieve Amazing Results - Talk with Dr. Steve

    FEB 2

    Dr. Derrington Uses The Body's Secret Healing Power To Achieve Amazing Results - Talk with Dr. Steve

    In this episode of the Prime Health Podcast, Dr. Derek Baron interviews Dr. Steven Derrington, a board-certified specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and the CEO of Derrington Orthopedics. They discuss Dr. Steven Derrington's journey into medicine, his holistic osteopathic approach, and the benefits of non-surgical regenerative treatments like PRP and cell-based therapies for musculoskeletal injuries. Key Takeaways: Holistic Approach: Dr. Steven Derrington emphasizes treating the whole patient, not just symptoms, using his osteopathic training and advanced diagnostics. Regenerative Medicine: Therapies like Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) and bone marrow aspirate concentrate can stimulate healing in tendons, ligaments, and joints without the downtime of surgery. Precision Matters: Success in regenerative treatments relies heavily on precise, image-guided injections using ultrasound or fluoroscopy to ensure the treatment reaches the exact site of injury. Avoiding Surgery: Many conditions, such as rotator cuff tears and knee arthritis, can be effectively treated non-surgically, preserving natural anatomy and function. Patient Empowerment: Educating patients about their condition and options empowers them to make informed decisions about their health and recovery. Connect with our Guest 🌐 Website: https://derringtonortho.com/ 🔗 LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sderringtondo/ 🔗 LinkedIn Page: 🔗 Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/socalstemcelldoc/ 🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/socalstemcelldoc/ 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCawWWOzNE7YYnK_D5cUJlKw 🎙️ To be a guest or suggest an episode, email: info@primehealthpodcast.com Connect with us: 🌐 Website: https://primehealthpodcast.com/ 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derektbaron/ 🔗 LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/grro-solutions 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PrimeHealthPodcast 🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/primehealthpodcast/ 🔗 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@primehealthpodcast 🔗 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/primehealthpodcast

    39 min
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The Prime Health Podcast brings you expert insights, real stories, and practical advice on wellness, fitness, and modern healthcare. Each episode is designed to empower you with the knowledge and tools to take charge of your health and live your best life.

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  • Creator
    Dr. Derek Baron
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    17
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Dr. Derek Baron
  • Show Website
    Prime Health Podcast