Medicine Redefined

Darsh Shah, DO & Altamash Raja, DO
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Medicine Redefined

Dr. Darsh Shah & Dr. Altamash Raja interview practitioners who challenge the norm and promote health during a time when the healthcare system is broken. Learn how experts in the fields of sleep, nutrition, exercise, stress resilience, rehabilitation, lifestyle medicine, and others are using new-age thinking to move the needle forward and redefine medicine as we know it.

  1. 168. Rewiring the Brain: Unlocking the Secrets to Neurodegenerative Disease Prevention | Leonaura Rhodes, MBChB

    5 DAYS AGO

    168. Rewiring the Brain: Unlocking the Secrets to Neurodegenerative Disease Prevention | Leonaura Rhodes, MBChB

    Today, we are honored to welcome Dr. Leonaura Rhodes, a physician, public health expert, neurotherapist, and certified brain health coach. With over three decades of experience, she has dedicated her career to helping individuals optimize brain function, manage stress, and design fulfilling lives. Dr. Rhodes combines her expertise in medicine, coaching, and neuroscience to empower people with actionable strategies for peak health and longevity. In this episode, we explore neurodegenerative diseases, the lifestyle factors that influence brain health, and practical steps to protect cognitive function as we age. Topics include: • Understanding neurodegenerative diseases: causes, progression, and common types like Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and vascular dementia. • The role of genetics vs. lifestyle—can we prevent cognitive decline? • The 11 key factors that influence brain aging and cognitive function. • The power of exercise, sleep, and diet in maintaining long-term brain health. • How stress, inflammation, and gut health contribute to neurodegeneration. • The latest insights on supplements like creatine and their impact on brain performance. • How to build a resilient mind and optimize mental well-being through mindfulness and stress management.

    1h 29m

  2. FEB 3

    167. Hype vs. Reality: The Biggest Health Trends of 2025

    In this episode, we revisit our 2024 health predictions to see what we got right—and what we completely missed. Then, we dive into the biggest winners and losers of 2025, the most overhyped health trends, and the breakthrough technologies that will actually make an impact. Plus, Altamash shares his personal experience with surgery and recovery, revealing the critical lessons he learned about muscle loss, nutrition, and what most people (and even doctors) overlook when it comes to post-surgical healing. Tune in to hear: The 2025 health trends that are here to stay—and the ones that need to go. AI’s growing role in healthcare and how it’s changing the game. The truth about wearables, biohacking, and ultra-optimized living. Why traditional insurance models are on the decline. A deep dive into surgical recovery: what helps, what hurts, and how to bounce back faster Resources mentioned in the show: ESPEN practical guideline: Clinical nutrition in surgery Study on Sleep Regularity & All-Cause Mortality Study on Muscle Atrophy Post-Surgery & Nutritional Strategies JAMA Open Access Paper on Nutrition Competencies for Medical Trainees

    56 min
  3. 166. Bridging Health and Design Through Architecture and Sustainable Agriculture | Denzel Hill

    JAN 20

    166. Bridging Health and Design Through Architecture and Sustainable Agriculture | Denzel Hill

    Denzel Hill is an architectural designer with a unique perspective, aiming to connect the built world with nature to create healthier communities. He is the founder of Under One Sun Creative Consulting, an architectural design and visualization company. His company focuses on providing architectural drawings for custom residential builders and affordable home developers, emphasizing sustainability and communication. Denzel's vision focuses on designing healthy spaces with an emphasis on food security and a high quality of life. He is passionate about incorporating agriculture into the residential landscape, envisioning homes and communities that integrate elements for food production. Denzel is also committed to teaching and mentorship, believing it is key for progress. His journey is also informed by his background as a student-athlete at Columbia University, where he developed resilience, discipline, and perseverance Mentioned in the show: Tower Garden The Biggest Little Farm What The Health Social media: Substack Instagram Linkedin

    1h 26m
  4. 165. Can We Rebuild Trust in Healthcare After the COVID-19 Pandemic? | Heather Hammerstedt, MD, MPH

    JAN 6

    165. Can We Rebuild Trust in Healthcare After the COVID-19 Pandemic? | Heather Hammerstedt, MD, MPH

    Dr. Heather Hammerstedt is an emergency medicine physician, lifestyle medicine coach, and founder of Wholist Health. With over 20 years of experience in acute and chronic care, she has dedicated her career to addressing the root causes of illness through integrative approaches. Dr. Hammerstedt’s unique perspective combines her frontline emergency medicine work with her passion for coaching patients on nutrition, mindfulness, and movement. In this episode, we discuss: Lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic and its ongoing impact on healthcare inefficiencies. The growing distrust between patients and providers and its implications for care. Alarmism in health messaging and the role of social media health experts. Who should lead public health conversations: clinicians, influencers, or multidisciplinary teams? Strategies for clinicians to navigate systemic barriers and moral injury. Simple lifestyle changes—nutrition, sleep, and movement—that can transform health. Resources mentioned in the show: JAMA Network Open: Proposed Nutrition Competencies for Medical Students and Physician Trainees Wholist Health Dr. Matt Ramsey’s Podcast: 43cc

    48 min
  5. 164. Health Hijacked: Insurance Greed, Therapy Culture, and Alarmist Health Experts

    12/26/2024

    164. Health Hijacked: Insurance Greed, Therapy Culture, and Alarmist Health Experts

    Altamash and Darsh are back to discuss current events. Topics covered in the episode include: Current insurance industry issues - Brian Thompson, BCBS Therapy Culture "Health Experts" Resources mentioned in the show: Mark Manson episode Tangle News on CEO Shooting - Must Read

    58 min
  6. 163. Is Medicine Overlooking the Role of Psilocybin and Psychedelics? | Lida Fatemi, DO, MPH

    12/26/2024

    163. Is Medicine Overlooking the Role of Psilocybin and Psychedelics? | Lida Fatemi, DO, MPH

    Dr. Lida Fatemi, DO, MPH is a board-certified internal medicine physician, educator, speaker, certified physician coach, and founder of the Conscious Physician Method. A best-selling author and leader in the integration of psychedelics into medicine, Dr. Fatemi has gained national recognition for her innovative approach to healing trauma, burnout, and mental health challenges. Her work combines evidence-based medicine with holistic practices, focusing on helping healthcare professionals and patients rediscover vitality, joy, and balance. Dr. Fatemi’s personal experiences, including growing up under a terrorist regime in Iran and surviving war, deeply inform her passion for alternative healing methods and her commitment to changing the healthcare landscape. As a trailblazer in the use of psilocybin and other integrative therapies, she has spent over a decade educating others on the potential of these treatments to transform lives and redefine care. In this episode, we explore Dr. Fatemi’s journey into medicine and psychedelics, the science and culture of psilocybin, and its applications in addressing mental health, addiction, and burnout. We’ll also discuss how these therapies can be integrated into mainstream healthcare, overcoming stigma, and the future of psychedelics in medicine. Mentioned in the show: Psilocybin MAPS Social Media: Instagram Conscious Physician Podcast

    1h 12m
  7. 162. Should Nature Be The 7th Pillar of Lifestyle Medicine? | Melissa Sundermann, DO

    12/26/2024

    162. Should Nature Be The 7th Pillar of Lifestyle Medicine? | Melissa Sundermann, DO

    Dr. Melissa Sundermann (aka Doctor Outdoors) is a plant-based physician, double board certified in both Internal Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine and has been practicing medicine for over 20 years. She also has training in Integrative Medicine through the University of Michigan and has completed a Professional Training Program in Mind Body Medicine through the Center for Mind Body Medicine based in Washington, DC. She has been featured in several Lifestyle Medicine articles and podcasts as well as an invited speaker for health/medical events. Dr. Sundermann currently practices concierge medicine at LifeSpan Medicine. She does her best to practice what she preaches and enjoys running, biking, hiking, skiing and spending time outdoors and creating adventures with her husband, 2 college-age children and 2 dogs. She is a 10x Boston Marathon finisher, and 3x Full Ironman Triathlon finisher. Social Media: Instagram LinkedInMentioned in the show:Lifestyle Medicine PillarsNature as the 7th PillarForest BathingSun ExposureWater Exposure

    1h 2m
  8. 161. Navigating Student Loans Amidst The Chaos | Meagan McGuire

    12/26/2024

    161. Navigating Student Loans Amidst The Chaos | Meagan McGuire

    Meagan McGuire is back on the show to break down the current landscape of student loans. Meagan Landress is a student loan consultant for Student Loan Planner. She obtained her finance degree at The Coles College of Business at Kennesaw State University. In March 2017, Meagan started her practice, Financial Coach Meagan, to help people begin their financial planning journey with student loan debt in the mix. In this episode, we discuss: Recent court rulings and injunctions against the SAVE plan What the election results may mean for student loans and borrowers The state of PSLF longterm PSLF buyback program Contingency planning

    1 hr
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Dr. Darsh Shah & Dr. Altamash Raja interview practitioners who challenge the norm and promote health during a time when the healthcare system is broken. Learn how experts in the fields of sleep, nutrition, exercise, stress resilience, rehabilitation, lifestyle medicine, and others are using new-age thinking to move the needle forward and redefine medicine as we know it.

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  • Creator
    Darsh Shah, DO & Altamash Raja, DO
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    183
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    © Darsh Shah, DO & Altamash Raja, DO
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