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Collecting and analyzing cognitive and psychological patient data has never been easier

 
Dr. Raeanne Moore, a Doctor of Psychiatry and Professor at UC San Diego and the Co-Founder of NeuroUX, a health-tech that is changing the way medical professionals collect cognitive and psychological data in studies and in clinical work joins eHealth Radio and the Health News and Psychology Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Raeanne Moore discuss the following:
Can you please tell our listeners about NeuroUX and what your company is doing to change the trajectory of healthcare?
How does NeuroUX facilitate remote research, and what benefits does this bring to studying human cognition and behavior?
Can you elaborate on how the gamified design of NeuroUX increases participant adherence and maintains research quality?
Security is a major concern in data collection. How does NeuroUX ensure the safety and privacy of cognitive and psychological data collected through the platform?
Finally, we understand that NeuroUX's tools are being used in studies and in clinical practices. What insights from the cognitive assessments provided by NeuroUX can individuals apply so that they can enhance their mental clarity and cognitive function in their everyday lives?
Dr. Raeanne Moore is a co-founder of NeuroUX with expertise in the use of digital health technologies to measure brain function. Trained as a Clinical Neuropsychologist, she is also a Professor of Psychiatry at UC San Diego, where she directs the Mental Health Technology (MHTech) Center and co-directs the Cognitive Dynamics Lab. With more than 160 peer-reviewed publications in high-impact multi-disciplinary journals, Dr. Moore is recognized as an authority in her field. At NeuroUX, she helps investigators leverage advanced digital phenotyping methods and ML/AI to deliver personalized, data-driven insights into brain health and help better quantify treatment response.
Website: https://www.getneuroux.com
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Breast Implant Illness: Treatment and Restoration with Dr. Scott Spiro

 
Dr. Scott Spiro, a board-certified plastic surgeon with nearly 30 years of expertise in advanced cosmetic and reconstructive surgeries with a private practice based in West Orange, New Jersey joins eHealth Radio and the Plastic Surgery Information Channel.
Dr. Spiro is here to discuss managing complex cases, including those related to breast implant illness. Dr. Spiro brings a wealth of knowledge and a unique approach to treating this condition, emphasizing the importance of thorough and individualized care for each patient. His innovative techniques, such as the total capsulectomy and non-implant auto augmentation, have set him apart in the field, providing patients with options that aim for both health improvement and aesthetic restoration. 
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Scott Spiro discuss the following:
How common is breast implant illness?
What are the first signs of breast implant illness?
What are potential symptoms of breast implant illness?
What are the treatments for breast implant illness?
Can you discuss in further detail the bacteria that are being cultured?
A lot is being said in social media about "en bloc removal" for these patients. Can you explain the different types of implant scar removal procedures?
What can one expect after total capsulectomy and removal of the implants?
You mention this non-implant auto-augmentation with dermo glandular flaps. This is a surgery and creative technique you have become known for. Can you elaborate on it?
You mention fat transfer or fat grafting. Is fat grafting or fat transfer a treatment options for patients who have undergone implant removal?
What type of surgeon should be doing this operation?
Dr. Scott Spiro is a board-certified plastic surgeon with decades of experience, specializing in both cosmetic and reconstructive procedures. Known for his innovative techniques in breast enhancement, body contouring, and facial aesthetics, including deep plane facelifts and neck lifts, Dr. Spiro has garnered multiple “Top Doctor” awards.
Dr. Spiro's innovations have garnered national recognition for his specific type of deep plane facelift known and dual plane deep plane or bilaminar face and neck lift, his thorough treatment for Breast Implant Illness including en bloc capsulectomy with reconstruction, and his dermo-glandular flap non-implant auto-augmentation breast lifts. His is uniquely qualified to obtain these outstanding results in part to his extensive background as an artist, which deeply influences his surgical approach. He is sought after by patients from around the world including 17 countries and 24 states and was the only non-professional artist to receive a prestigious commission to paint a mural for Miami Art Week in 2018.
A Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, Dr. Spiro practices in West Orange, New Jersey. Dr Spiro recently received the Faculty Teacher of the Year award from the Rutgers University Plastic Surgery Department and RWJ Barnabas Health as voted unanimously by the plastic surgery residents. Dr. Spiro is a "Surgeon by Trade, Artist at Heart."
Website: https://drspiro.com  Podcast Topic: https://drspiro.com/breast/total-capsulectomy-explant-en-bloc
Social Media Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spiroplasticsurgery Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@SpiroPlasticSurgery 
LOCATION & CONTACT DETAILS Spiro Plastic Surgery | Dr. Scott Spiro 101 Old Short Hills Road, Suite 510 West Orange, NJ 07052 (973) 736-5907
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The Importance of Strong Executive Functioning for Adults and Children

 
Dr. Anna Levy Warren, CEO and Founder of Organizational Tutors, a leading network of executive functioning tutors who offer specialized and individualized coaching across the country to students of all ages with diverse learning profiles joins eHealth Radio and the Health News Channel.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Anna Levy Warren discuss the following:
Can you start us off with a real, practical example of why you need strong executive functioning to navigate daily life?
What is executive functioning for those who may not fully understand the term?
Could you share some practical tips or tools that parents can implement to support executive functioning in children?
For parents who are listening in who may feel frustrated or overwhelmed by their child's struggles with executive functioning, what advice or encouragement can you offer to them to navigate these challenges? How can they maintain a positive and supportive environment at home?
Using the impending chaos we all feel around the holidays, what would be your 5 expert tips on supporting kids with executive functioning struggles to access the joy of the season?
Tip: Your calendar is key. Develop a positive relationship with your calendar.  Take time to color code by activity and make sure that the colors fit the feeling that you want from that moment or experience.  Each week go over your calendar, making it a point to see how the entire week ahead lays out.  Develop a positive relationship with your calendar and embrace the benefits this organization can bring to your life and well-being.
Anna Levy-Warren is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Organizational Tutors. With over 20 years of experience in the field of psychology including a PhD in Clinical Psychology, Anna is a leader in the field addressing executive functioning challenges in students of all ages. With an expert understanding of diverse learning profiles and first-hand experience as a parent, Anna brings to Organizational Tutors a unique combination of clinical experience and a passion for empowering learners to develop skills to excel in all aspects of their lives.
In 2005, Anna established a network of experts with advanced degrees in cognition and education to help students and adults with executive functioning difficulties and other complex learning profiles. The student-centered aspects of this network came to be known as Organizational Tutors in 2014.
As the head of the Organizational Tutors network, Anna serves as matchmaker to connect individuals with the right tutors and actively supervises and manages the network. This integrative and innovative network of hundreds of tutors provides individual coaching, consultations and creative programming to students across the country. Additionally, as the Chief Executive Officer of Organizational Tutors, Anna oversees and leads on all areas of the business’s operations and strategy.
Anna is also the Co-Founder of Dwellness, which provides in-home and innovative in-person therapy and teletherapy to individuals, couples, and families. In addition, Anna offers executive functioning and leadership training for adults to executives, entrepreneurs, educational and business teams, and other professionals through a sister company, STEEL Advising.
As a licensed clinical psychologist, Anna has operated a New York City-based private practice since 2018. Through her practice Anna works with parents, couples and families, focusing on high-conflict situations and family systems struggling with dysregulation, learning disabilities and ADHD.
Anna regularly speaks to parents and teachers at schools and education-based organizations throughout the country, addressing a wide variety of topics including strengthening executive functioning skills at home and in the classroom, raising an organized child, supporting children with ADHD and executive functioning challenges, and managing stress and anxiety. Anna is published and licensed in the field of psychology and a member of the American Psychological Association.
Anna received her undergraduate degree from Princeton University and her PhD in Clinical Psychology from the City University of New York. Anna also attended Bank Street School for Children and the Dalton School. A native New Yorker and parent of three children, Anna currently lives in Brooklyn, NY.
Website: https://www.organizationaltutors.com 
Social Media Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/organizationaltutorsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/OTcoachingservicesLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/organizational-tutors
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Transforming Lives with Himplant: Dr. Kambiz Tajkarimi Shares His Insights

 
Dr. Kambiz Tajkarimi, a board-certified urologist and prosthetic surgeon who has played a critical role in the development and placement of Himplant, an FDA-cleared penile prosthetic that increases the size and girth of the penis joins eHealth Radio and the Health News and Men's Health Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Kambiz Tajkarimi discuss the following:
Can you start by telling us a bit about your background as a doctor, and how you became a provider for the Penuma and its successor Himplant procedure?
Can you walk us through the typical procedure for a Himplant implant? What can patients expect during surgery and recovery?
What are some of the most common questions patients have before undergoing the Penuma or now the Himplant procedure?
Can you share some success stories or feedback from patients who have undergone the Penuma and more recently the Himplant procedure?
How do you see the Himplant procedure fitting into the broader conversation about elective plastic surgery and body positivity?
Dr. Kambiz Tajkarimi received his Bachelor of Science in Biology (Magna Cum Laude) from Saint Louis University, MO, and his Doctor of Medicine (MD) with Highest Clinical Distinction from Ponce School of Medicine Ponce, Puerto Rico. He completed both his training in General Surgery and his Urology Residency at George Washington University, Washington, D.C. Dr. Tajkarimi is a board certified urologist and a member in good standing of the American Urological Association (AUA), the Society of Urologic Oncology (SUO), the Sexual Medicine Society of North America (SMSNA), the International Society for Sexual Medicine (ISSM), the Society of Urodynamics, Female Pelvic Medicine & Urogenital Reconstruction (SUFU), the American Society of Clinical Urologists, the Endourological Society, and the Society of Urologic Prosthetic Surgeons (SUPS).
Dr. Tajkarimi is also an avid inventor and medical device developer. His FDA-approved products have helped thousands of men around the globe with spinal cord injuries become fathers and have helped prostate cancer patients improve, restore, and preserve their urinary and sexual function. He is actively collaborating on cutting-edge clinical research with numerous urological centers of excellence. He provides world-class and modern urological care, robotic procedures, oncology, urogynecology, sexual medicine, and penile implant procedures in Greater Washington, D.C., and Northern Virginia.
In addition, he offers a variety of innovative treatment options for both men and women. These include shockwave therapy, Emsella, Emsculpt, BodyTite, Morpheus 8, advanced liposuction, skin tightening, bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, and much more. Dr. Tajkarimi provides his patients with the most compassionate, state-of-the-art, and cost-effective care in the greater Washington, D.C., region. Dr. Tajkarimi speaks fluent Spanish and Persian, and he is happily accepting new patients. His renowned skill treating patients with the Himplant™ implant and penile prosthesis has made his clinic the fastest-growing destination for penis enlargement and erectile dysfunction in the world.
Website: https://penuma.com/providers/dr-kambiz-tajkarimi
Social Media Links: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/realpenumaFacebook: CLICK HEREVimeo: https://vimeo.com/realpenuma 
People also listened to this: Breast Implants and Removal: Insights with Dr. Stephanie Teotia

Breast Implants and Removal: Insights with Dr. Stephanie Teotia

 
Dr. Stephanie Teotia, a distinguished board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon from Flower Mound, TX who serving the wider Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex again joins eHealth Radio and the Plastic Surgery Information Channel.
Dr. Teotia will be sharing her expert knowledge on breast implants and breast implant removal. In our conversation, she will discuss types of implants, choosing the right size, what to expect when replacing or removing implants, and recovery.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Stephanie Teotia discuss the following:
What types of breast implants are available, and how do they differ?
How does one choose the best implant size for them?
When should you replace your breast implants?
What happens to your breasts after implant removal?
What does breast augmentation recovery involve?
Dr. Stephanie Teotia is a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon located in the Dallas area. She specializes in a number of plastic surgery procedures, including facelifts, neck lifts, eyelid surgeries, brow lifts, breast enhancements, and tummy tucks.
Renowned for her surgical expertise and exceptional outcomes, Dr. Teotia is also celebrated for fostering a professional and welcoming environment with her all-female team. Whether patients are interested in cosmetic surgery or non-surgical treatments, Dr. Teotia finds fulfillment in providing her patients with the highest level of care, personalized results, and an unforgettable experience.
Website: https://drstephanieteotia.com
Social Media Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SBeidlerMDDallasPlasticSurgeryInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniebeidlerteotiaTwitter: https://twitter.com/StephanieTeotiaYoutube: CLICK HERE
CONTACT INFORMATION: Dr. Stephanie Teotia 2301 Olympia Dr, Suite 100, Flower Mound, TX 75028 Phone: (214) 823-9652
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Nobody Should Grow Old Alone

 
Ivan Wicksteed, the Founder and CEO of Eve, a new virtual companion aimed at older adults who live alone joins eHealth Radio and the Senior Care and Health News Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Ivan Wicksteed discuss the following:
What made you create Eve?
How does Eve work?
What problem(s) is Eve addressing?
Who was Eve created for and what audience is she aimed at?
How is Eve different from Alexa or other services on the market today?
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Ivan Wicksteed is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Eve Communications. Eve is a virtual companion for older adults living alone. Prior to starting Eve Communications, Ivan served as the CMO of Go Henry, the Chief Growth & Revenue Officer at Go Henry, the CMO of Oscar Health and a Founding Partner at FNDR. Wicksteed created Eve after seeing the impact of loneliness on his grandparents which led to their eventual decline in health. He understand the importance of communications at every age.
Website: https://iameve.ai 
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Nitrous Oxide Abatement: How Reducing N2O Emissions Protects Our Health and Planet

 
William E. Flederbach Jr., the President & CEO of ClimeCo who is a respected leader in the global environmental commodities market. ClimeCo is a global sustainability company advancing the low-carbon future with market-based solutions joins eHealth Radio and the Health News Channel.
Also joining us is Eric A. Davidson a Professor at the Appalachian Laboratory of the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science. Dr. Davidson and his team’s research in biogeochemistry includes the exchange of greenhouse gases between the soil and the atmosphere.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guests William E. Flederbach Jr. & Dr. Eric A. Davidson discuss the following:
You recently attended the White House Super pollutants Summit. What’s the goal of the Summit and is such a meeting necessary? Why are super pollutants like N2O so concerning from an overall environmental perspective and from a public health standpoint?
What is Nitrous Oxide (N2O), and where does it come from?
It can be easy for people to feel like there’s nothing they can do in light of such massive challenges. What is ClimeCo doing to address overall climate issues, but especially as related to super pollutants and difficult -to-abate industries?
What do you want people to understand about the health benefits of combatting climate change?
How does environmental justice tie into public health?
William E. Flederbach Jr. is the President & CEO of ClimeCo and is a respected leader in the global environmental commodities market. ClimeCo operates at the forefront of an exciting transformation as global businesses, governments, and environmental advocates recognize that market-based solutions are the most efficient way to address environmental challenges. Through his leadership, ClimeCo is well known for its technical role in developing a diverse portfolio of environmental credits and for providing Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) solutions for clients navigating a path to a more sustainable future. ClimeCo is has been named the Climate Action Reserve's Project Developer of the year in 2015, 2017 and 2018, and is the leading producer of carbon credits in the Reserve at over 35 million tonnes issued, including both voluntary and compliance carbon offsets.
Eric A. Davidson is Professor at the Appalachian Laboratory of the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science in Frostburg, MD. He served as Director from 2015 to 2021. Previously, he was a Senior Scientist and served a term as President and Executive Director at the Woods Hole Research Center, Woods Hole, MA. His research in biogeochemistry includes the exchange of plant nutrients from the land to streams and groundwater and the exchange of greenhouse gases between the soil and the atmosphere. He works in a variety of ecosystems, including forests and agricultural lands in North and South America. Davidson holds a Ph.D. in forestry from North Carolina State University and held post-doctoral positions in soil microbiology and biogeochemistry at the UC-Berkeley and the NASA Ames Research Center.
Websites: https://www.climeco.com | https://www.umces.edu 
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The future of healthtech and how it is transforming the way we handle healthcare

 
Amy Beckley, CEO of Proov that offers a suite of diagnostics to provide fertility insights throughout the entire menstrual cycle joins eHealth Radio and the Female Health and Technology Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Amy Beckley discuss the following:
How is your company leveraging health-tech innovations to address the unique health challenges faced by women going through perimenopause and menopause?
What role do you see technology playing in improving the early diagnosis and management of perimenopause symptoms? Are there specific technological advancements that you believe will be game-changers in this area?
What do you think the future of at-home health solutions will entail?
Why are people turning to at-home health solutions? What need does your company address?
What are the biggest challenges you've encountered in developing health-tech products specifically for menopause management, and how has your company addressed these challenges?
Proov offers a suite of diagnostics to provide fertility insights throughout the entire menstrual cycle.
When paired with the free Proov Insight app, Proov's easy, at-home urine tests provide a science-backed fertility coach right in your hand. First, a woman can measure all of the menstrual hormones daily with Proov tests, then snap a photo of each test within the Insight app. Then, a woman can follow the in-app prompts throughout her cycle to understand ovulation status, get daily insights and an Ovulation Insights score. Finally, the app generates a personalized action plan to maximize her wellness or develop a fertility strategy.
Proov was founded by Amy Beckley, Ph.D, the "infertile scientist," after three years of infertility and seven miscarriages. Amy applied her own science expertise to uncover a problem with ovulation quality. With help from her doctor and progesterone support, Amy was able to get pregnant with her daughter.
Proov is a venture capital backed company and the leader in understanding hormone health on the basis of tracking pregnanediol glucuronide (PdG), a metabolite of progesterone.
Website: https://proovtest.com
Social Media Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/proovtest Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/proovtest Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/proovtest 
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Outsmarting Obesity with Dr. Stewart Lonky

 
Dr. Stewart Lonky, a renowned figure in the fight against obesity, with nearly four decades of experience in clinical, academic, and laboratory settings joins eHealth Radio and the Health News and Weight Management Channels. He is the founder and medical director of West Coast Cardiopulmonary, Inc., and maintains a thriving medical practice.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Stewart Lonky discuss the following:
In your book, Outsmarting Obesity, you write extensively about the Healthy At Every Size Movement (HAES). Can you explain what the "Healthy at Every Size" (HAES) movement is, especially for those who might not be familiar with it?
Your book "Outsmarting Obesity" addresses the obesity epidemic. Can you briefly outline the key concerns or challenges contributing to this issue?
Are there studies or evidence suggesting any limitations or challenges with the HAES philosophy in promoting long-term health outcomes?
What are your main critiques of the "Healthy at Every Size" (HAES) movement, especially in the context of managing and addressing obesity?
What adjustments or considerations would you recommend for public health strategies to address both obesity and the principles of body positivity effectively?
Dr. Stewart Lonky, a practicing physician specializing in internal medicine, pulmonary medicine and critical care, with a biochemistry background and a 10 year career at UCSD medical school and now in private practice for 35 years.
Dr. Lonky has a strong background in toxicology and legal medicine and also has an MBA from Pepperdine University and has served as Chief Medical Officer and Regulatory Affairs Director for a medical device company. He has a strong research background, facing problems with patients who are getting more obese, year after year, compromising my ability to care for them as outpatients and as inpatients.
Website: https://drlonky.com
Social Media Links: Instagram: https://instagram.com/stewartlonkymd Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stewartlonkymd X: https://x.com/LonkyMD
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Housing Transitions for Seniors with Nelly Some

 
Nelly Some, an entrepreneur and business leader who has developed systems and cultures for residential care homes that make them stand out from others on the market joins eHealth Radio and the Health News and Senior Care Channels. She's the author of Making a Difference: Investing in Better Lives for Seniors.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Nelly Some discuss the following:
How did you become involved in creating residential care homes?
What would you say to families trying to decide the best place for their senior loved one?
Why is the adjustment to a new kind of living situation particularly hard on seniors?
How can people make it easier for a senior to adjust to their new environment?
How can residential care managers help their staff be more sensitive to the senior residents?
Why can the "traditional" options for senior care be harder on residents and their families?
Why are residential care homes an investment worth considering?
Nelly Some is an entrepreneur and business leader who has developed systems and cultures for residential care homes that make them stand out from others on the market. She has spent more than two decades in healthcare, real estate, and construction, and has owned and managed multiple residential care homes. She's the author of Making a Difference: Investing in Better Lives for Seniors.
Website: https://makingadifferencewithnelly.com
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