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Karthik Achari, Founder and Clinician at PepMD, a healthcare company advancing the safe and responsible use of peptide medicine through physician education, credentialing, and personalized patient care joins eHealth Radio and the Health News Channel.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Karthik Achari discuss the following:
Peptide medicine has become one of the fastest-growing areas in healthcare. What is driving this surge in interest, and what should patients understand before exploring peptide therapies?
There's a lot of misinformation surrounding GLP-1 medications and peptides online. How can patients distinguish credible medical guidance from marketing hype?
You've been a strong advocate for physician education and credentialing in peptide medicine. Why is provider training so important, and how does it improve patient outcomes?
As FDA regulations continue to evolve, how do you see the future of peptide medicine changing over the next few years?
For healthcare professionals who want to responsibly incorporate peptide therapies into their practice, what are the first steps they should take?
Karthik Achari is a Clinician and Founder of PepMD, a private standards body developing the credentialing and trust infrastructure for peptide medicine, and the first to bring clinician credentialing, pharmacy recognition, and research site authorization under a single unified standard: The Standard for Peptide Medicine.
A clinician by training, Achari attended Bradley University’s Doctor of Nursing Practice / Family Nurse Practitioner program and built his perspective on healthcare by working with providers across the peptide space and by operating healthcare businesses. This dual experience has given him a comprehensive understanding of how the system functions in practice, where standards exist, where they fall short, and where critical gaps remain.
In 2026, Achari founded PepMD to address the rapid growth of peptide medicine without the infrastructure needed to support it. Modeled in part after established bodies like The Joint Commission and PCAB, PepMD credentials clinicians, recognizes pharmacies, and authorizes research sites under one standard. His work focuses on bringing structure, credibility, and oversight to an evolving sector that has outpaced traditional regulatory frameworks.
Website: pepmd.comLinkedin: linkedin.com/company/pepmd Instagram: instagram.com/pepmd
People also listened to this: Beating Bipolar Disorder with Stella Furlong

 
Stella Furlong, MA, and debut author of “Why Me and other frequently asked questions”, a Memoir and Self-Help Hybrid again joins eHealth Radio and the Health News and Mental Health Channels. She says, "I want to share my memoir and self-help hybrid with you. Bipolar disorder is a chronic mental disability. If I can beat that, you can beat anything in your life."
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Stella Furlong discuss the following:
Can you explain why you chose the title of your book: Why Me and other frequently asked questions?
Tell us about your background. I am sure that would help connect the dots there.
Who is your target audience?
Tell us about your co-author.
Tell us about what led to your transformation later in life.
Feedback on the book has been incredible. People from all walks of life have opened up and confided in me about their problems, their family and friends. I have become an ambassador for mental health. It's not a heavy read. I aim to inspire and entertain. Its funny.
More Ruby Wax OBE, author, actress, comedian and broadcaster who has depression and Sir Stephen Fry, author, actor, director comedian, broadcaster and quiz show host who has bipolar disorder. My role models. It is preventative. I warn you of possible triggers to avoid. Things that can press your buttons. We are vulnerable when we have had an episode. We are weak and need to build up our resilience.
I show you tricks of the mind to put you in a more positive place and combat stigma. Meditation has worked wonders for me. Don’t knock it till you’ve tried it! My sister and I went on a Buddhist retreat in Derbyshire, UK a couple of years ago at the Tara International Kadampa Centre. The tide is turning in a time of global crisis in mental health. I am calling for a more holistic treatment of body, mind and spirit. Family and friends can be supportive. They can also be tactless. We are the black sheep. Sarcasm can wound us deeply. Drink and drugs are up there too, of course.
I was in Pub Watch. Banned from local pubs for unruly behavior. I talk about Food for Mood. The importance of diet. I lost 63 lbs with Slimming World. I look and feel great. The prescription drugs turned me into a fat zombie with the classic shuffling gait. I got kidney damage from being put on an inaccurately monitored dose of lithium.
The book traces the historic abuse of the mentally ill. Patients were treated badly by an authoritarian and sometimes cruel regime. We are still looking for answers to Why Me. In 100 AD a Roman poet, Juvenal spoke of the ideal: a healthy mind in a healthy body. We are still asking the question How? In 2026. The book is both timely and timeless. Timely in a global crisis. Timeless. The questions remain.
I’ve just touched the surface. Buy the book and find out more.
Website: https://www.stellafurlong.com
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Dr. Alan Weiss, PhD, consultant, speaker, and author joins eHealth Radio and the Health News & Psychology Channels. His new book is The Courage of Your Talents: How to Build Your Self-esteem, Trust Your Own Judgment, and Constantly Succeed in Business (and Life).
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Alan Weiss discuss the following:
High self-esteem is the one trait shared by nearly every great success — in business, sports, politics, and entertainment. What convinced you it's esteem, and not talent or luck, that's the real differentiator?
You coined the term "courage of your talents." Tell us what it means and how it relates to self-esteem. You write that we need to entrench high self-esteem so that it's not situational. Describe how this works.
Despite decades of self-help books and psychology, you argue we've actually regressed on self-esteem. What's driving that decline?
You point to social media and "curated" comparison as major culprits. How is a scroll through Instagram undermining someone's self- esteem, before they've even started their day?
Walk us through the "six courage creators." You start with accountability — why is owning your own problems the foundation of courage?
You flatly reject the adage "the customer is always right." Why is that idea so corrosive to a professional's self-worth?
You advise accepting only solicited feedback from people you trust — and ignoring the rest. That runs counter to all the "always be open to feedback" advice. Why?
Two of your daily practices are the morning-and-evening "mantra" and the journal. Can you walk listeners through what you actually do?
If a listener takes just one action after this conversation to build the courage of their talent, what should it be? 
Alan Weiss, PhD, is a consultant, speaker, and author. Through his consulting firm, Summit Consulting Group, Inc., he has worked with more than 500 leading organizations, including Merck, Hewlett-Packard, GE, Mercedes-Benz, The Federal Reserve, and the New York Times Corporation. A sought-after speaker at major conferences, he’s also published more than 60 books, many of which have been on the curricula at top business schools. His new book is The Courage of Your Talents: How to Build Your Self-esteem, Trust Your Own Judgment, and Constantly Succeed in Business (and Life) (Productivity Press, Oct. 12, 2026).
Website: alanweiss.comFacebook: Facebook: facebook.com/MillionDollarConsulting X: @BentleyGTCSpeed Instagram: linkedin.com/in/alanweissphd YouTube: youtube.com/user/alansummitconsulting 
People also listened to this: Reclaim Your Comfort, Renew Your Confidence: Breast Reduction with Dr. M. Zakir Sabry

 
Dr. M. Zakir Sabry, a board-certified plastic surgeon and the founder of Murray Hill Plastic Surgery in New York City joins eHealth Radio and the Health News and Plastic Surgery Information Channels. With more than nine years of intensive surgical training, a craniofacial surgery fellowship, and over 1,000 aesthetic procedures performed, he is known throughout Manhattan for his conservative, patient-first philosophy and his commitment to natural, functional results.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. M. Zakir Sabry discuss the following:
For someone unfamiliar with breast reduction, what does the procedure involve, and who tends to be the ideal candidate?
Beyond the physical symptoms like back and neck pain, what other factors typically bring patients to your office seeking this surgery?
Can you walk us through the recovery process and what patients should realistically expect in the weeks following surgery?
How do you approach the conversation around size and shape — how do you help patients feel confident in the outcome before going into the OR?
What are some common misconceptions patients have about breast reduction before they come in for a consultation?
As a board-certified plastic surgeon and the founder of Murray Hill Plastic Surgery in New York City, Dr. M. Zakir Sabry has built his practice on a philosophy that puts honesty, integrity, and patient wellbeing above everything else. He will only perform procedures he genuinely believes will benefit the patient, and his approach to breast reduction combines deep anatomical expertise with a conservative, less-is-more philosophy to help women find real, lasting relief from the chronic pain, physical limitations, and emotional distress that come with disproportionately large breasts.
In this episode, he walks us through what truly makes someone a candidate for breast reduction, how his unique tumescent sharp-dissection technique minimizes bleeding and speeds recovery, and why his drain-free approach results in significantly less discomfort than patients typically expect.
Dr. Sabry will also tackle the questions he hears most often, including the right candidate for breast reduction, what recovery realistically looks like over time, and how he approaches sizing to achieve balance and proportion rather than a specific cup size. He’ll also share what sets his patient experience apart — from meeting personally with every patient a minimum of twice before surgery, to calling each patient himself the evening of their procedure. Whether you’ve been living with chronic neck and back pain for years or you’ve simply felt that your body has been out of proportion with your frame, this episode offers an honest, expert perspective on what breast reduction can achieve — and how Dr. Sabry guides every patient toward results that feel as good as they look.
Website: murrayhillplasticsurgery.com  Procedure Discussed: murrayhillplasticsurgery.com/breast/breast-reductionInstagram: @murrayhillplasticsurgery 
CONTACT INFORMATION: Dr. M. Zakir Sabry 111 E 31st St, New York, NY 10016Phone: (212) 737-1308
People also listened to this: The Biology of Living Well: 5 Foundations for a Healthier, Longer Life

 
Dr. Mitch Ghen, DO, Ph.D. World-Renowned Pioneer in Root-Cause Functional & Integrative Medicine and Founder of Ghen Medical & VIP HealthRx™ joins eHealth Radio and the Health News Channel. Dr. Ghen is one of the most respected and forward-thinking authorities in root-cause functional, longevity, and integrative medicine.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Mitch Ghen discuss the following:
Why does understanding our individual biochemistry matter when it comes to health and longevity?
With keto, Mediterranean, plant-based, intermittent fasting and countless other approaches, is there actually one “best” diet?
We hear a lot about meditation and mindfulness, but can mindfulness actually affect physical health?
What does “living authentically” have to do with health?
What are some everyday environmental exposures people may be overlooking, and what can they realistically do about them?
Dr. Ghen, if listeners could make just one change starting today, what would you recommend?
TIP: Become curious about your own body. Don't chase every new health trend. Pay attention to how you sleep, what you eat, how you manage stress, how you move and what you're exposed to. Then make one sustainable improvement at a time. Longevity isn't created by one dramatic intervention, it's built through the choices we consistently make every day.
Dr. Mitch Ghen, DO, Ph.D. World-Renowned Pioneer in Root-Cause Functional & Integrative Medicine Founder, Ghen Medical & VIP HealthRx™ by Ghen Medical Chief Medical Officer, Hue Light USA Chief Clinical Medical Advisor, Access Medical Laboratories
With more than 44 years of clinical excellence and a Ph.D. that deepens his scientific foundation, Dr. Mitch Ghen leads DMTH – Dr. Mitch Total Health, a busy, innovative functional medicine practice in Boca Raton, Florida. He stands as one of the most respected and forward-thinking authorities in root-cause functional, longevity, and integrative medicine.
A true visionary who has remained years ahead of conventional approaches, Dr. Ghen has built his entire career on identifying and correcting the underlying drivers of disease—rather than simply masking symptoms—so patients can achieve authentic, lasting vitality, optimized healthspan, and true longevity. Dr. Ghen’s practice blends cutting-edge functional diagnostics, regenerative therapies, and time-tested holistic principles with next-generation innovations such as photobiomodulation, ozone therapy, hyperbaric oxygen, and advanced mitochondrial support protocols. His personalized, whole-person approach addresses the cellular, hormonal, nutritional, metabolic, and environmental roots of illness, empowering patients to reclaim energy, resilience, and well-being at every stage of life.
Website: ghenmed.com
Social Media Link: Instagram: @dr.mitchellghen TikTok: @viphealthrx YouTube: @viphealthrx 
People also listened to this: Non-Surgical Hair Restoration with Dr. Doriana Cosgrove

 
Dr. Doriana Cosgrove, the Founder of Desert Med Aesthetics in Indian Wells, California, and one of the Coachella Valley’s most trusted practices for advanced aesthetic and wellness treatments again joins eHealth Radio and the Beauty and Health News Channels. 
Known for her warm, patient-first approach and commitment to natural-looking results, she specializes in non-surgical hair restoration for both men and women, helping patients address thinning, shedding, and reduced density through personalized, regenerative treatment plans.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Doriana Cosgrove discuss the following:
With so many hair restoration options available – from PRP to growth factors to topical treatments – how do you help patients figure out which approach is right for them?
Can you walk us through what PRP injections for hair restoration involve and who tends to respond best to them?
You also offer growth factors for hair restoration – can you explain what that involves and how it fits into a patient's overall treatment plan?
How soon do patients typically start seeing results, and what does long-term maintenance look like?
For someone just starting to notice thinning or hair loss, what would you say is the most important first step they should take?
As the founder of Desert Med Aesthetics and one of the Coachella Valley’s most respected aesthetic providers, Dr. Doriana Cosgrove has built her reputation on something that goes beyond clinical expertise – a genuine desire to help patients feel confident and comfortable in their own skin. Nowhere is that more evident than in her approach to non-surgical hair restoration. She combines regenerative therapies, medical-grade scalp protocols, and a deeply personalized treatment philosophy to help men and women reclaim fuller, healthier-looking hair without surgery or downtime.
In this episode, she breaks down the most important things patients should understand before starting treatment and how she builds customized plans that address the real root cause of each patient’s hair loss.
Dr. Cosgrove will also tackle some of the most common misconceptions surrounding non-surgical hair restoration, including what patients can realistically expect during each phase of the process and why consistency is the single most important factor in achieving lasting results. She’ll share how she approaches each patient’s treatment series, drawing on tools like PRP, peptide infusions, low-level laser stimulation, and Juvasonic, to ensure the outcome feels natural, gradual, and uniquely suited to every patient’s scalp health and lifestyle goals.
Website: desertmedaesthetics.com  Procedure Discussed Link: desertmedaesthetics.com/injectables/hair-restoration 
Social Media Link: Instagram: @desertmedaesthetics  
Contact information: Dr. Doriana Cosgrove 45-200 Club Dr A Indian Wells, CA 92210 Phone: (760) 777-8772
People also listened to this: The Moment Before: Hydration, Healthy Habits and Everyday Performance

 
Dr. Jose Barrera, a triple board-certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon and the Founder of the Texas Center for Facial Plastic and Laser Surgery and RejuveMD MedSpa in San Antonio, Texas joins eHealth Radio and the Health News and Plastic Surgery Information Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Jose Barrera discuss the following:
What is the difference between preservation deep plane facelift and SMAS facelift surgery?
Does price matter in facelift surgery?
What is the difference between Preservation Rhinoplasty vs. Structural Rhinoplasty – is there a difference?
Why does my insurance not cover Rhinoplasty surgery?
What is an ultrasonic rhinoplasty?
As a triple board-certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon and one of San Antonio’s most recognized specialists, Dr. Jose Barrera has built his reputation on a genuine passion for transformation. At the Texas Center for Facial Plastic and Laser Surgery, he combines Stanford Fellowship-trained expertise with an artist’s eye and surgical precision to help patients achieve results that are as functional as they are beautiful.
In this episode, he tackles some of the most important and frequently misunderstood questions in facial plastic surgery, including the real difference between a preservation deep plane facelift and a traditional SMAS facelift, what price actually signals when it comes to surgical quality, and why the technique a surgeon chooses matters far more than most patients realize.
Dr. Barrera will also break down the distinction between preservation and structural rhinoplasty, explain what ultrasonic rhinoplasty actually involves and why it represents a meaningful advancement in nasal surgery, and address the question so many patients ask: why doesn’t insurance cover rhinoplasty? Whether you are just beginning to explore your options or trying to understand what separates a truly great facial plastic surgeon from the rest, this episode delivers the kind of honest, expert insight that only comes from a surgeon who has spent decades mastering the art and science of facial transformation.
Website: drjosebarrera.comProcedure Discussed: drjosebarrera.com/cosmetic Instagram: @drjosebarrera
CONTACT INFORMATION: Dr. Jose Barrera 14603 Huebner Road, Building 1, Suite 101 San Antonio, TX 78230 Phone: (210) 468-5426
People also listened to this: The Moment Before: Hydration, Healthy Habits and Everyday Performance

 
Brothers Brandon Burrell, Founder and CEO, and Julius Burrell, Co-Founder of AForce Hydration joins eHealth Radio and the Health News Channel. The company brings together hydration products, a daily preparation ritual and AForce OS, a technology platform designed to help people prepare for the moments that matter.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guests Brandon Burrell & Julius Burrell discuss the following:
What inspired you and your brother to start AForce?
What is one simple way people can make hydration part of their everyday routine?
Your ritual is “Pause. Hydrate. Lock In. Perform.” What does that mean, and can you give us an everyday example?
What is AForce OS, and how is it designed to help people prepare for a workout, a busy workday or another important moment?
What is one simple habit listeners can start tonight to take better care of themselves and be more prepared for tomorrow?
TIP: “Tonight, pick one moment you want to be ready for tomorrow: a workout, a presentation, a work shift or time with your family. Make preparation easier by putting your water bottle where you’ll see it, planning a meal and protecting time for sleep. Before that moment, pause, take a breath and choose one thing you want to do well. Afterward, ask yourself what helped and what you would change. You do not have to overhaul your life overnight. Start with one small habit you can repeat. Preparation begins before the pressure arrives.”
Brandon Burrell, Founder and CEO, AForce Hydration, Inc.
Brandon Burrell is an entrepreneur whose background spans finance, global hospitality, workforce operations and consumer businesses. Before founding AForce, he built Global Crew Services and launched Alkaline Fresh, bringing together his experience in international business and his interest in everyday wellness.
The idea for AForce took shape during early morning walks on Fort Lauderdale Beach, where Brandon began thinking about the role hydration could play in how people prepare for their day. He shared that vision with his brother Julius, and together they began building the company.
As Founder and CEO, Brandon leads AForce’s vision, strategy and business development. His goal is to make preparation a practical daily habit for people across different walks of life, from athletes and entrepreneurs to parents and professionals.
Julius Burrell, Co-Founder, AForce Hydration, Inc.
Julius Burrell is an entrepreneur and former collegiate baseball player at Jacksonville State University, with experience in fitness, international business and operations. His entrepreneurial background includes founding Amp Fitness and Echelon Security Group, where he developed his approach to leadership, discipline and building businesses.
At AForce, Julius helps translate the company’s vision into practical systems, products and everyday experiences. His work includes the development of AForce OS, a platform designed to help people prepare for important moments, take useful action and reflect on what worked afterward.
Drawing on his experience in sports and business, Julius believes preparation should be relevant to everyday life. Alongside his brother Brandon, he is building AForce around a simple ritual: Pause. Hydrate. Lock In. Perform.
Website: https://www.joinaforce.com
People also listened to this: Creating a New Path Forward in the Opioid Crisis

 
Dr. Lynn R. Webster, M.D., one of the world’s leading authorities on pain management, addiction medicine, and the complex interplay between public policy, misinformation, and human suffering joins eHealth Radio and the Pain Management, Addiction Prevention and Health News Channels. Dr. Webster is co-author of the new book Deconstructing Toxic Narratives: Data, Disparities, and a New Path Forward in the Opioid Crisis.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Lynn R. Webster discuss the following:
What inspired you to write Deconstruction Toxic Narratives, and what toxic narrative about the opioid crisis frustrated you the most?
You challenge several widely accepted stories about the opioid epidemic.  What's one major narrative that the data actually contradicts, and what does the evidence really show?
Your book dives into disparities in the opioid crisis.  What are the most important overlooked factors—whether socioeconomic, policy-related, or cultural—that most people miss?
You advocate for a new path forward.  What practical changes in policy or public health approach do you believe would actually reduce harm and save lives right now?
How has your own research or personal experience with addiction, chronic pain, or recovery shaped the way you wrote this book?
Despite the grim statistic, your book offers a message of hope.  What gives you optimism that we can turn the tide on this epidemic?
For listeners who want to help— whether they're policymakers, family, members, or people in recovery—what's one actionable step you recommend they take after hearing this conversation?
Lynn R. Webster, M.D., and Sarah Eichberg PhD, are co-authors of the new book Deconstructing Toxic Narratives: Data, Disparities, and a New Path Forward in the Opioid Crisis (May 28, 2026). Lynn R. Webster, M.D., is one of the world’s leading authorities on pain management, addiction medicine, and the complex interplay between public policy, misinformation, and human suffering. Board-certified in Anesthesiology, Pain Medicine and Addiction Medicine, and past president of the American Academy of Pain Medicine (AAPM), he is the author of The Painful Truth: What Chronic Pain Is Really Like and Why It Matters to Each of Us and co-producer of the video documentary, "The Painful Truth," which has aired on Public Broadcasting stations throughout the United States.
Website: https://lynnwebstermd.com
Social Media Links: Facebook: facebook.com/DrLynnWebster  X: x.com/LynnRWebsterMD  YouTube: youtube.com/@lynnwebsterLinkedin: linkedin.com/in/lynnwebster 
People also listened to this: Dr. Shelby Brantley Answers Your Top Tummy Tuck Questions: Mini vs Full Abdominoplasty, Lipo 360, Scars & Recovery

 
Dr. Shelby Brantley, a board-certified plastic surgeon at Brantley Operative Aesthetics in Jackson, MS, known for combining surgical precision with a personalized approach to care again joins eHealth Radio and the Plastic Surgery Information Channel. He specializes in breast augmentation, breast lift, tummy tuck, and facelift procedures, with a philosophy rooted in achieving harmonious, natural-looking results for every patient.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Shelby Brantley discuss the following:
What are the key differences between a mini tummy tuck, an extended mini tummy tuck, and a full abdominoplasty?
What are your thoughts on combining liposuction with an abdominoplasty, and when does it make sense to perform both procedures together?
How important is achieving a natural-looking belly button and strategically placing the lower abdominal scar in tummy tuck surgery?
Why is blood clot prevention such an important part of the abdominoplasty recovery process, and what measures do you take to minimize that risk?
How do you determine whether a patient is a better candidate for an abdominoplasty versus a Lipo 360 procedure?
Rooted in his community, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Shelby Brantley has built his reputation at Brantley Operative Aesthetics in Jackson, MS by delivering results that are as authentic as they are beautiful. His approach combines the artistic and technical elements of surgery to enhance each patient’s appearance according to their individual goals, and nowhere is that more evident than in his abdominoplasty results. In this episode, he walks us through the most important factors patients should consider before moving forward and how he guides them through the decision-making process to determine what it takes to achieve a natural-looking result.
Dr. Brantley will also address some of the most common misconceptions about tummy tucks today, including the difference between body contouring and weight loss, what patients can realistically expect during recovery, and the three hallmarks he believes define a truly great abdominoplasty result. He’ll also share how he approaches each procedure, including his signature use of simultaneous liposuction,  to ensure results feel proportionate, refined, and uniquely tailored to every patient’s body.
Website: boaplasticsurgery.comProcedure Discussed: boaplasticsurgery.com/surgical/tummy-tuck
Social Media Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shelbykbrantleymdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/shelbykbrantleyjrmdYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrantleyOperativeAesthetics
CONTACT INFORMATION: Dr. Shelby Brantley 1030 N Flowood Drive, Suite A, Jackson, MS Phone: (601) 387-9005
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