The Preventus Podcast

The Preventus Podcast
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Husband and Wife Doctors, Dr. Brett Haake and Dr. Felice Haake seek to prevent disease by educating the public about root causes of disease. They do this by translating the process of how diseases start into layman’s terms. Their desire is to stimulate conversation so the listener can apply preventative medicine strategies thereby making themselves more functional and increasing their chances at a longer and healthier life.  They also want to educate the consumer so they can make informed choices about their healthcare delivery.

  1. The Gut: More Than Just a "Hole" in the Middle

    Apr 15

    The Gut: More Than Just a "Hole" in the Middle

    In this episode of Preventus, Dr. Brett Hockey and Dr. Felice Hockey dive deep into the "abyss" of functional medicine: Gut Health. Moving beyond the trendy buzzwords, they break down the complex relationship between the microbiome, metabolic health, and systemic inflammation. From the mechanics of "leaky gut" to the clinical application of the 5R Framework, the doctors discuss how high-level testing (like TMAO and functional stool analysis) can reveal why you might be experiencing fatigue, bloating, or even brain fog despite "normal" lab results. Whether you're curious about the power of Microbiota Accessible Carbohydrates (MACs) or the impact of stress on your intestinal lining, this episode provides a clinical yet accessible roadmap to healing your gut.

  2. Mar 31

    Preventing the "Number One Killer": Moving Beyond the Cholesterol Myth

    The "Why" Behind This Episode The Boarded Anesthesiologist: Dr. Brett discusses his journey to becoming one of the few anesthesiologists boarded in lipidology after seeing the stark difference in how heart disease patients react to surgery.The Epidemiology: Understanding the staggering statistics of CHD and why it's on the rise despite modern medicine.Key Technical Deep Dives The Anatomy of Plaque: A step-by-step look at the vascular intima, endothelial cells, and how ApoB particles "rust" (oxidize) to create foam cells.The Four ApoB Particles: Why you need to know about VLDL, IDL, LDL, and the highly genetic LP(little a).The Insulin Connection: How insulin resistance at the fat-cell level drives "small, dense" LDL particles that are more likely to cause damage.The Nitric Oxide Factor: Why your blood vessels need nitric oxide to stay dilated and how insulin resistance shuts that process down.The Prevention Toolkit Advanced Testing: Why the Haakes prefer the Cardio IQ (Quest) and Cardio Zoomer (Vibrant) over standard lipid panels.The "Metabolic Spectrum": Moving away from waiting for an A1C of 5.7 to diagnose a problem.Modifiable Factors: The "Big Four" of longevity: Diet (low insulin-recruiting), Exercise (muscle as an organ of longevity), Sleep, and Stress management.Environmental Toxins: The role of heavy metals and mold in vascular inflammation.

    59 min

  3. Feb 18

    Beyond the Hype: Using Peptides as a Tool, Not a Crutch

    Dr. Brett and Dr. Felice discuss the rapidly expanding field of peptide therapy. They move beyond the headlines of Ozempic and Mounjaro to explore how peptides interact with cellular receptors to optimize mitochondrial function, gut health, and muscle mass. The central theme: Peptides are only as effective as the lifestyle foundation they are built upon. Key TakeawaysWhat is a Peptide? A sequence of 30-50 amino acids that acts as a "key" to unlock biochemical cascades in the body.The GLP-1 Paradigm: Discussion on Semaglutide and Tirzepatide. Why "microdosing" and maintaining protein intake are essential to prevent muscle loss.The Powerhouse (Mitochondria): Deep dive into MOTS-c and SS-31, peptides that actually enter the cell to "clean" the electron transport chain and boost energy currency (ATP).Body Recomposition: How Dr. Haake utilized a "stack" (Tesamorelin and BAM-15) to lose 13 lbs of fat while gaining muscle.The Wolverine Pack: How BPC-157 and TB-500 aid in systemic healing, from torn tendons to "leaky gut" and inflammation.

  4. Jan 19

    The FDA’s Big Pivot: Estrogen, Breast Cancer, and the Truth About the WHI

    In This Episode, We Discuss:The FDA’s Major Shift: Analyzing Dr. Marty Makary’s recent statements on estrogen and breast cancer risk.The WHI "Genie out of the Bottle": How a flawed media rollout in 2002 led to decades of unnecessary fear and a gap in medical education.Absolute vs. Relative Risk: Why a "26% increase" sounds terrifying but actually represented less than 1 in 1,000 women.The 4 Pillars of BHRT Benefit: How hormones act as a preventative tool for:Osteoporosis: Preventing the "Saturday hip fracture" cycle.Cognitive Health: Why women get Alzheimer’s 2x more than men and how estrogen protects the brain.Cardiovascular Protection: The role of estrogen in keeping arteries healthy.Metabolic Function: Using estrogen to combat insulin resistance and the "menopause belly."The Foundation First: Why hormones work best when paired with the "Big 4": Diet, Exercise, Sleep, and Stress Management.

  5. Through the Looking Glass: Why Every Disease is a Metabolic Disease

    Jan 13

    Through the Looking Glass: Why Every Disease is a Metabolic Disease

    What if cataracts, glaucoma, and macular degeneration aren't just "signs of aging," but symptoms of a deeper metabolic crisis? In this episode of The Preventus Podcast, Dr. Brett Haake and Dr. Felice Haake sit down with renowned ophthalmologist Dr. Val Zudans to dismantle the "sick care" silos of modern medicine. Dr. Zudans reveals why the eye is the ultimate "canary in the coal mine" for mitochondrial dysfunction. From the biohacking benefits of Methylene Blue and Red Light Therapy to the shocking link between skin tags and insulin resistance, this conversation explores a unified theory of health: that nearly all chronic disease stems from our cells' inability to convert food into energy.

  6. 12/22/2025

    The Mitochondrial Stack: Combining Osteopathic Artistry with Longevity Science

    Are you just surviving the "sick care" system, or are you optimizing for performance? Join Dr. Brett and Dr. Felice Haake as they welcome Dr. Graves Fromang to the Ikaria Concierge and Functional Medicine team. Dr. Fromang brings a unique perspective as an ER veteran who is returning to his roots in Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT). In this episode, we pull back the curtain on why conventional medicine is "treating and street-ing" patients and how we are doing things differently. We explore the "Mitochondrial Stack"—a powerful combination of OMT, Medical Grade Red Light Therapy, and Intermittent Hypoxia—to upregulate your cellular energy. Learn the science behind how these therapies clear out cellular "exhaust" and replace it with clean energy. Whether you are dealing with chronic shoulder pain, brain fog, or simply want to sleep like you’re eight years old again, this episode provides a roadmap for turning your health into a high-performance machine.

    32 min

  7. 12/09/2025

    Setting the Record Straight on HRT

    In this episode of the Preventis Podcast, hosts Dr. Brett Haake (anesthesiologist) and Dr. Felice Haake (primary care and functional medicine physician) introduce themselves and their practice, Ikaria Concierge and Functional Medicine. They share the unexpected journey that led them to leave conventional medicine and embrace a functional, preventative, and direct-access concierge approach. They detail Dr. Felice's background in family practice, bariatric medicine (obesity medicine), and her realization of the profound impact lifestyle and functional interventions had on patients' overall health. Dr. Brett discusses his motivation, stemming from a personal sports injury and his experience as a cardiac anesthesiologist seeing the end-stages of vascular disease, leading him to focus on prevention and healthspan. The main focus of the conversation is a recent development in the medical world: the announcement by the FDA director regarding the removal of the black box warning for estrogen and the updated guidance on Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) in women. They discuss the historical context of the Women's Health Initiative (WHI) study and the significant benefits of HRT, including reduced risk of osteoporosis, cardiovascular disease, and dementia. The doctors also outline their practice's core philosophy: addressing the root cause of disease, particularly metabolic dysfunction (insulin resistance), which they link to a majority of non-communicable diseases. They emphasize the value of time and access through the concierge model and introduce their sophisticated diagnostic tools, like the Vibrant Labs Cardio Zoomer, for a nuanced and precise approach to cardiometabolic risk and prevention.

    41 min

  8. 09/13/2024

    Uncovering the Mysteries of Thyroid Hormone, Part 2

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Husband and Wife Doctors, Dr. Brett Haake and Dr. Felice Haake seek to prevent disease by educating the public about root causes of disease. They do this by translating the process of how diseases start into layman’s terms. Their desire is to stimulate conversation so the listener can apply preventative medicine strategies thereby making themselves more functional and increasing their chances at a longer and healthier life.  They also want to educate the consumer so they can make informed choices about their healthcare delivery.

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  • Creator
    The Preventus Podcast
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    19
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