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Abbass Shafii, MD and Rob Hoyer, MD
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Are you prepared to assume the role of Chief Wellness Officer in your own life? Let us guide you through evidence-based strategies in nutrition, physical activity, sleep hygiene, and stress resilience. Your personalized blueprint for a healthier, longer life awaits!

  1. 1 DAY AGO

    052. Nine Keys to Reclaim Your Energy & Well-Being, with Dr. Deborah Zucker

    🎙️ Episode Summary Explore women’s health, stress, and the mind-body connection with naturopathic doctor Deborah Zucker, author of The Vitality Map. Learn about her nine keys to vitality and how to achieve a balanced, fulfilling life. 00:00 Welcome to 2DocsToc 01:29 Dr. Zucker’s Journey to Naturopathic Medicine 03:42 Pivotal Keys to Vitality 07:11 Nine Keys to Deep Vitality 11:59 Bodhisattva Syndrome and Universal Application 15:13 Mind, Body, and Ancient Wisdom 19:44 Stress and Modern Life 24:11 Identity, Treatment, and Support 27:06 Naturopathic Approach and Resources Key Takeaways: Cultivate self-awareness by understanding your body’s unique language and needs.Practice self-compassion, grounding your self-care in kindness and gentleness rather than rigid to-do lists.Align your energy with what truly nourishes you to avoid burnout and foster well-being.Build resilience by developing skills to self-regulate and calm your nervous system amidst life’s stresses.Seek support and connection, recognizing that true well-being comes from shared journeys and community.Connect with Dr. Zucker and get a discount on her services! The Vitality Map by Deborah ZuckerThe Vitality Journal by Deborah ZuckerSpecial Landing Page for Podcast Listeners: vitalmedicine.com/podcast

    32 min

  2. 07/12/2025

    051. Navigate Menopause: Understanding Symptoms & Solutions, with Ladan Hariri, MD

    Story Preview Experience the often-misunderstood journey through perimenopause and menopause. Dr. Ladan Hariri describes the confusing hormonal shifts, emotional challenges, and physical changes women navigate, offering insights into treatment and lifestyle adjustments. Chapter Summary:00:00 Understanding Menopause and Perimenopause04:28 Impact of Symptoms and Cultural Differences08:59 Hot Flashes, Sleep, and Relationship Challenges14:35 Brain Remodeling and Health Risks20:00 Embracing the Journey of Womanhood23:16 Treatment Options and Emerging Therapies28:30 Diet, Environment, and Hormone Disruptors32:20 Ancient Wisdom and Future Advocacy Featured Quotes: “Menopause is the official time when your period hangs up its hat, officially retires.” — Dr. Hariri“If menopause is your final destination, perimenopause is the really, really, really unpredictable road trip to get there.” — Dr. Hariri“Women actually require 10 hours of uninterrupted sleep, compared to our male counterparts who do just fine with 7 to 8 hours.” — Dr. HaririBehind the Story: The episode explores the complex realities of perimenopause and menopause, highlighting that perimenopause can start much earlier than commonly believed, impacting women from their early 40s. Dr. Hariri discusses cultural differences in managing these life stages and the broader societal factors, such as diet and environmental hormone disruptors, that contribute to early onset. The conversation also touches on the importance of prioritizing sleep and recognizing heart disease symptoms, which often present differently in women.

    38 min

  3. 17/11/2025

    050. Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder, and How to Distinguish it from PMS, with Ladan Hariri, MD

    Story Preview Imagine living only one good week out of every month, feeling misunderstood, and struggling with extreme mood swings that disrupt your entire life. This episode sheds light on PMDD, a condition often mislabeled as PMS, offering validation and practical ways to reclaim those lost weeks. 00:00 Introduction to PMDD02:37 PMS vs. PMDD: Key Differences06:00 Debilitating Symptoms & Misdiagnosis09:38 Understanding PMDD Mechanism & Endometriosis12:55 Treatment & Nutritional Support17:46 Support Systems & Technology’s Role22:53 Future Outlook and Living with PMDD25:52 AI in Medicine: Opportunities & Fears31:42 Final Thoughts & Finding Support “PMS is kind of like the annoying friend or the annoying cousin that comes and visits you once a month… versus PMDD who is perhaps a very, very toxic friend.” “PMS is uncomfortable. PMDD is debilitating.” “Doctor, I only get one good week out of every month. That’s 25% on average, right?” This episode marks a significant milestone for 2DocsToc, reaching its 50th episode with the return of Dr. Hariri. The discussion highlights the historical lack of awareness for women’s health issues like PMDD, comparing it to past dialogues around breast cancer awareness. Rob notes the common dismissal of these symptoms by medical professionals, underscoring the importance of increased understanding and empathy. Get In Touch! rob@2docstocpodcast.com

    36 min

  4. 27/10/2025

    049. Tech in Health Care Series- Canary Speech: AI for Early Disease Detection, with Henry O'Connell

    Imagine a world where your voice holds the key to early disease detection, where a simple conversation can offer objective insights into your health. Join us as Henry O’Connell shares the inspiring journey of Canary Speech, transforming how clinicians understand and treat a spectrum of conditions. Chapter Summary: 00:00 Introducing Henry O’Connell and Canary Speech02:08 The Genesis of Canary Speech06:56 How Canary Speech Technology Works12:05 Impact of Age, Gender, and Multimodal Analysis16:22 Diverse Applications and Real-Time Results20:29 Future Vision and Integration in Healthcare25:50 Addressing Ethical Concerns and Data Security30:08 Clinical Integration and Objective Pain Measurement34:51 The Impact on Clinical Practice and Patient Outcomes39:52 AI’s Frontier: Speech, Multimodal Data, and LLMs43:55 Minimizing Errors and Enhancing Diagnostics47:18 Language Adaptability and Early Detection51:04 Remembering Jeff Adams and Contact InformationFeatured Quotes: “I’d always wanted to apply speech and language to the analysis of human condition and disease.” - Henry O’Connell“We could be returning four or five different scores like a blood profile, the voice profile.” - Henry O’Connell“It’s helping us be the doctors we were trained to be.” - Henry O’Connell Behind the Story: Henry O’Connell recounts the 40-year friendship with co-founder Jeff Adams, a pioneer in speech technology, whose vision to apply speech analysis to human health laid the foundation for Canary Speech. From deciphering Cold War spy messages to building Dragon Naturally Speaking and the Amazon Echo, Adams’ expertise combined with O’Connell’s experience in corporate turnarounds brought their shared dream to life. The company, even named by O’Connell’s daughter, now stands at the forefront of medical innovation, using speech to objectively measure indicators of various diseases. Learn more about Canary Speech and their advancements in AI speech technology at www.canaryspeech.com.Connect With Henry O’Connell:Email: henry@canaryspeech.comCanary Speech Website: https://www.canaryspeech.com/Get In Touch!rob@2docstocpodcast.com

    53 min

  5. 13/10/2025

    048. Tech in Health Care Series - How ChartNote AI is Fighting Physician Burnout, with Dr. Gerardo Guerra Bonilla

    🎙️ Episode Summary Explore the impact of AI on healthcare with Dr. Bonilla, CEO of ChartNote. Discover how AI streamlines medical documentation, fights provider burnout, and enhances patient interaction. This discussion covers current applications and the future of AI in clinical practice. 00:00 AI’s Revolution in Healthcare 03:25 From Palm Pilots to ChartNote 08:03 AI: A Tool for Better Healthcare 11:51 The Future of AI in Medicine: Agents 16:37 AI Breaking Down Healthcare Silos 19:58 ChartNote’s Evolution with LLMs 25:00 Patient Consent and Security 32:54 Reducing Provider Burnout with AI 39:18 AI Adoption and Future Integrations 47:09 Reaching Dr. Bonilla and ChartNote Adopt AI scribes to drastically cut down documentation time.Improve patient engagement by focusing less on typing, more on conversation.Understand AI’s role in reducing provider stress and extending practice years.Evaluate AI agents for automating patient intake and follow-up tasks.Ensure data security through HIPAA, PIPEDA, GDPR compliance, and SOC2 certification.ChartNote: https://chartnote.com/Dr. Bonilla’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerardo-gb/ Get In Touch! rob@2docstocpodcast.com

    49 min

  6. 23/09/2025

    047. Tech in Health Care Series - Virtual Dermatology, with Mike Druhan

    Imagine a world where early cancer detection is within everyone’s reach, potentially saving lives and reducing healthcare costs. Hear how MedX is making this vision a reality with its innovative skin cancer detection technology, and the profound impact it had on a single mother misdiagnosed by multiple doctors. 00:00 Technology and Healthcare Revolution02:56 AI’s Role in Diagnostics06:44 Introducing MedX: Early Skin Cancer Diagnosis09:05 MedX: Process and Efficiency11:11 MedX in Occupational Health13:51 Cost-Effectiveness of Early Detection15:56 MedX Device: Case Study19:14 MedX Technology and Patient Workflow24:29 Market Adoption and Accessibility28:34 Teledermatology Workflow and Future Outlook33:27 AI for Quality Control and Diagnostics Abbass on AI: “I think this is going to change medicine completely and I think that physicians and patients need to acknowledge this and be ready for these changes.”Mike Druhan “Cancer doesn’t wait, why should you?”Mike Druhan “We wanted to be able to get a large number of throughput patients to the dermatologist…But at the end we wanted the decision maker to be the dermatologist.” Mike Druhan shares the journey of MedX from a company with technology “sitting in a box” to a leader in teledermatology, driven by the need for accessible and accurate skin cancer detection. The story highlights the challenges in healthcare adoption, the importance of collaboration with dermatologists, and the potential for AI to enhance quality control in medical imaging. What do you think about AI in healthcare? Drop your thoughts below! 👇Get in Touch! rob@2docstocpodcast.com

    37 min

  7. 18/08/2025

    046. Are Your Glutes Asleep? How to Walk/Run with More Stability and Less Fatigue, with Samuel Stow

    Ever wonder why you get tired so easily or struggle with back pain? 🤔 Sam Stow shares his journey from aerospace engineer to movement specialist, revealing how simple changes in posture and muscle engagement can transform your physical well-being and athletic performance. Discover the secret to enjoying movement at any age! 🌟Chapter Summary:00:00 Introduction to Functional Movement01:00 Sam’s Journey: From Engineering to Movement Training02:30 Understanding Posture and Movement05:41 The Evolution of Gait Training08:00 Practical Tips for Improving Posture11:07 Addressing Posture in Daily Life14:43 The Role of Standing Desks and Movement Variety17:00 Demonstrating Effective Posture Techniques19:46 Breathing and Posture Connection22:19 Understanding Structural Integrity25:47 Running Safely and Effectively27:45 Barefoot vs. Shoes: Finding the Right Fit28:11 Biomechanics Over Posture30:25 Understanding Balance in Running32:33 Empowering Movement Awareness35:37 Reconnecting with Natural Movement38:05 Practical Steps for Everyday Movement39:50 Connecting with Sam: Resources and Final ThoughtsFeatured Quotes:“The human body is a structure that works optimally in a certain way.” - Sam Stow 🧠“We only run the way we run because we don’t know any better.” - Sam Stow🏃‍♀️“If people find movement painful, then they’re not going to want to do it.” - Sam Stow 😩Behind the Story:Sam Stow’s interest in movement began with his own need to get back in shape. This personal journey led him to explore the biomechanics of running and posture, eventually developing a method to improve movement efficiency and reduce injury risk. Inspired by his father’s injury and the natural movement of children, Sam’s approach emphasizes body awareness and gluteal engagement for a more active and enjoyable life.Additional Resources:Glute Activation Workshop: http://poprunning.com/book 🍑Sam’s Instagram: @sam.poprunning 📸Website: http://poprunning.com 🌐 Contact Us! rob@2docstocpodcast.com

    40 min

  8. 02/06/2025

    045. How to Have Healthy, Radiant Skin, with Dr. Ebru Karpuzoglu

    🎙️ Episode Summary In this episode of 2DocsToc, Dr. Ebru Karpuzoglu, Ph.D., an immunologist and skincare expert, discusses the four pillars of skin health: moisture, fatty acids, microbiome, and immunity. She shares insights on diet, hydration, and dispels common skincare myths. Dr. Ebru transformed her own skin challenges into a mission to help others. She founded AveSeena- “Ave” means salutations in Latin. “Seena” means wellness of the heart/soul in Persian philosophy. Thus, AveSeena means salutations to wellness from the soul. 00:00 Introduction01:17 Dr. Ebru’s Journey into Skincare03:43 The Four Pillars of Skin Health04:39 Critique of Major Skincare Brands06:30 Common Skincare Mistakes09:43 Building a Skincare Routine12:01 Sun Protection and Skin Health15:05 Nutrition and Hydration for Healthy Skin19:00 Founding AveSeena Cosmetics24:11 Impact of Toxins on Skin27:09 Navigating the Skincare Noise31:06 Empowering Women in STEM34:11 The Meaning Behind AveSeena35:35 Connecting with AveSeena Prioritize the four key skin barriers: moisture, fatty acids, microbiome, and immunity.Avoid following skincare trends on TikTok due to potential harm from over-exfoliation or product layering.Maintain a simple morning and evening skincare routine, focusing on gentle cleansing, antioxidants, and UV protection.Incorporate adequate hydration and a balanced diet rich in proteins, fatty acids, vitamins, and probiotics for optimal skin health.Seek professional skin examinations for early detection of melanoma, especially with a family history or genetic predispositions.https://www.aveseena.com/Get in Touch!rob@2docstocpodcast.com

    41 min
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Are you prepared to assume the role of Chief Wellness Officer in your own life? Let us guide you through evidence-based strategies in nutrition, physical activity, sleep hygiene, and stress resilience. Your personalized blueprint for a healthier, longer life awaits!

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  • Creator
    Abbass Shafii, MD and Rob Hoyer, MD
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    52
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Abbass Shafii, MD and Rob Hoyer, MD
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