Be Empowered: The Podcast

This week on Be Empowered, we sit down with Jill Mallory, MD—board-certified Family and Integrative Medicine physician with over 20 years of experience helping patients heal through a whole-person approach.After training in traditional medicine, Dr. Mallory sought something deeper—pursuing fellowship training in Integrative Medicine to better understand the root causes of illness and how lifestyle, nutrition, stress, and environment shape long-term health.Today, she practices a model of care that prioritizes time, personalization, and true partnership with patients—blending conventional medicine with evidence-based holistic therapies to support lasting wellness. In this episode, we explore:• Why traditional healthcare often misses the root cause of illness• The power of integrative medicine and whole-person care• How longer, more intentional visits can transform patient outcomes• What it means to truly partner with patients in their healing journeyDr. Mallory’s work is a powerful reminder that medicine doesn’t have to be rushed or transactional—it can be thoughtful, personalized, and deeply healing.🌐 Learn more: jillmallorymd.com🎧 Streaming now on Spotify, Apple & YouTube📲 Follow @empowermedlife#BeEmpoweredPodcast #IntegrativeMedicine #WholePersonCare #LifestyleMedicine #WomenInMedicine #PatientCenteredCare #HealthcareInnovation #PhysicianWellbeing #HolisticHealth #MedicalLeadership

This week on Be Empowered, we continue our conversation with Priya Rao Kothapalli, MD—cardiologist, creator of Open Heart, and a voice for reimagining medicine beyond traditional boundaries.In Part 2, Dr. Kothapalli shares her personal journey navigating burnout, identity, and the pressure to fit into conventional roles in medicine—and how she ultimately chose a more aligned path. Her story reflects a broader shift happening across healthcare, where physicians are redefining success on their own terms. ()In this episode, we explore:• The role of intuition in both medicine and life decisions• Breaking free from traditional definitions of success in healthcare• Navigating burnout, self-doubt, and career transitions• Building a life and career aligned with purpose and authenticityDr. Kothapalli’s journey is a powerful reminder that physicians don’t have to choose between science and self—they can integrate both to create something entirely new.🌐 Learn more: https://openheartpodcast.com/IG: @dr.kothapalli🎧 Streaming now on Spotify, Apple & YouTube📲 Follow @empowermedlife#BeEmpoweredPodcast #WomenInMedicine #PhysicianEntrepreneur #HealthcareInnovation #PhysicianWellbeing #BurnoutInMedicine #ConsciousLiving #MindBodyMedicine #MedicalCareers

This week on Be Empowered, we sit down with Priya Rao Kothapalli, MD—interventional cardiologist and founder of Open Heart, a platform exploring the intersection of medicine, consciousness, and healing.Through her work, Dr. Kothapalli challenges the traditional boundaries of medicine, inviting deeper conversations about intuition, presence, and the human side of healing. Her perspective bridges high-stakes clinical care with a more expansive view of what it means to truly heal. ()In Part 1, we explore:• Where modern medicine falls short in addressing the human experience• The connection between science, intuition, and healing• What physicians can learn from moments that defy clinical explanation• How to reconnect with purpose in a system that often feels transactionalDr. Kothapalli reminds us that medicine is more than protocols and procedures—it’s a practice of connection, presence, and meaning.🌐 Learn more: https://openheartpodcast.com/IG: @dr.kothapalli🎧 Streaming now on Spotify, Apple & YouTube📲 Follow @empowermedlife#BeEmpoweredPodcast #WomenInMedicine #PhysicianLeadership #HealingInMedicine #MindBodyConnection #HealthcareInnovation #PhysicianWellbeing #ConsciousMedicine #MedicalHumanities

This week on Be Empowered, we continue our conversation with James KellerShabrokh, D.O.—physician, practice owner, and advocate for patient-centered, functional care.In Part 2, Dr. KellerShabrokh shares his approach to building a physician-led practice while maintaining high-quality, personalized care. We dive into strategies for managing chronic pain, restoring patient function, and integrating entrepreneurial leadership with clinical excellence.In this episode, we explore:• How to balance patient care with running a successful medical practice• Strategies for empowering patients to take active roles in their recovery• Lessons in physician entrepreneurship and leadership• Real-world examples of improving mobility and quality of life for complex patientsDr. KellerShabrokh shows that when physicians lead with vision and compassion, they can transform both patient outcomes and the healthcare experience.🌐 Learn more: ⁠azcpm.com⁠ (Comprehensive Pain Management of Arizona)🎧 Streaming now on Spotify, Apple & YouTube📲 Follow @empowermedlife#BeEmpoweredPodcast #Physiatry #PainManagement #PatientCenteredCare #PhysicianEntrepreneur #FunctionalMedicine #HealthcareLeadership #PhysicianWellbeing #MedicalInnovation

This week on Be Empowered, we sit down with James KellerShabrokh, D.O.—board-certified Physiatrist, founder of Comprehensive Pain Management in Scottsdale, AZ, and a leader in restoring patient mobility and quality of life.Dr. KellerShabrokh specializes in helping patients overcome musculoskeletal and neuromuscular pain through personalized, evidence-based approaches. His focus is not just on treating symptoms but on restoring function and empowering patients to regain independence.In Part 1, we explore:• What Physiatry is and why it’s a game-changer for pain management• How individualized care improves outcomes for complex musculoskeletal conditions• The importance of function and mobility in overall health and quality of life• Insights from building and leading a patient-centered practiceDr. KellerShabrokh’s work reminds us that medicine can be both science-driven and deeply human, with patient empowerment at its core.🌐 Learn more: ⁠azcpm.com⁠ (Comprehensive Pain Management in Arizona)🎧 Streaming now on Spotify, Apple & YouTube📲 Follow @empowermedlife#BeEmpoweredPodcast #Physiatry #PainManagement #PatientCenteredCare #PhysicianEntrepreneur #WomenInMedicine #HealthcareLeadership #FunctionalMedicine #PhysicianWellbeing

This week on Be Empowered, we continue our conversation with Dr. Joseph Pazona in Part 2, diving into the future of healthcare, physician leadership, and why medicine must evolve from treating disease to optimizing health.As CEO of Pazona MD, Dr. Pazona has expanded beyond traditional urology to develop comprehensive wellness programs focused on hormone optimization, nutrition, weight management, and lifestyle medicine. He shares his vision for a healthcare system that prioritizes prevention, education, and long-term wellness.We explore:🌱 Why healthcare should focus on prevention—not just treatment💪 The importance of lifestyle medicine, hormone optimization, and wellness🤝 Building a practice culture centered on compassion and service🚀 Advice for physicians looking to innovate and lead meaningful change in healthcare✨ Why medicine's future depends on putting patients firstIf you're passionate about improving healthcare—for both patients and physicians—this conversation is one you won't want to miss.Learn more about Virtucare: https://myvirtucare.com/

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This week on Be Empowered, we sit down with Dr. Joseph Pazona—board-certified urologist, entrepreneur, speaker, and founder of Pazona MD—to discuss how he transformed frustration with the traditional healthcare system into one of the nation's most innovative private medical practices.In Part 1, Dr. Pazona shares his journey from academic and employed medicine to launching Pazona MD during the COVID-19 pandemic. His mission was simple: create a healthcare experience centered around compassion, accessibility, and exceptional patient care.We explore:🏥 Why he left traditional practice to build Pazona MD💡 Lessons learned as a physician entrepreneur❤️ How creating an exceptional patient experience transformed his practice📈 What every physician should know about starting and growing a private practiceWhether you're interested in entrepreneurship or simply passionate about improving healthcare, this episode offers practical insights and inspiration.🎧 Streaming now on Spotify, Apple, and YouTube📲 Follow us @empowermedlifeConnect with Dr. Pazona:🌐 https://pazonamd.com/🎙️ Pazona MD Podcast📱 Follow @pazonamd

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This week on Be Empowered, we continue our conversation with Dr. Christie Mulholland in Part 2, diving deeper into physician coaching, mindset transformation, and the tools physicians can use to navigate challenges both inside and outside of medicine.As founder of the Reclaim Physician Coaching,  ⁠⁠⁠www.reclaimphysiciancoaching.com⁠⁠⁠ Dr. Mulholland has trained and mentored physicians who are looking to improve their leadership, relationships, confidence, and overall well-being. She shares practical strategies for overcoming limiting beliefs, managing stress, and creating meaningful change.We explore:🚀 How physician coaching is transforming healthcare culture💭 Common mindset traps that hold physicians back❤️ The importance of self-compassion and resilience🌟 Leadership, growth, and creating a sustainable career in medicine🤝 How coaching can help physicians navigate transitions and uncertaintyThis episode is packed with actionable insights for physicians at every stage of their careers.🎧 Streaming now on Spotify, Apple, and YouTube📲 Follow us @empowermedlife🔗 Learn more at Reclaim Physician Coaching,  ⁠⁠⁠www.reclaimphysiciancoaching.com⁠⁠⁠ 🎵 Intro Music: Lift Off – Wolf Samuels🎵 Outro Music: Summer – Twin Signals#BeEmpoweredPodcast #DrChristieMulholland #PhysicianCoachingInstitute #PhysicianCoach #WomenInMedicine #BurnoutRecovery #MindsetMatters #MedicalLeadership #CareerDevelopment #PhysicianWellness #BeEmpowered

This week on Be Empowered, we sit down with Dr. Christie Mulholland—board-certified physician, certified physician coach, speaker, and founder of the Reclaim Physician Coaching,  ⁠www.reclaimphysiciancoaching.com⁠ —to discuss how physicians can create careers and lives that feel aligned, fulfilling, and sustainable.

In Part 1, Dr. Mulholland shares her own journey through medicine, the challenges many physicians face with burnout and perfectionism, and how coaching became a powerful tool for helping doctors reconnect with their purpose and well-being.

We explore:🩺 Why so many physicians struggle despite outward success🧠 The impact of perfectionism, self-criticism, and burnout✨ How coaching differs from mentoring, therapy, and consulting💡 What it means to create a career that aligns with your values

Whether you're thriving, struggling, or simply wondering what's next, this conversation offers valuable insights into building a more intentional life in medicine.

🎧 Streaming now on Spotify, Apple, and YouTube📲 Follow us @empowermedlife🔗 Learn more at Reclaim Physician Coaching,  ⁠⁠www.reclaimphysiciancoaching.com⁠⁠ 

🎵 Intro Music: Lift Off – Wolf Samuels🎵 Outro Music: Summer – Twin Signals

This week on Be Empowered, we continue our conversation with Ryan Williamson, MD—board-certified neurologist, U.S. Navy veteran, founder of Transcend Health Group, and author of The Incredible Brain.

In Part 2, Dr. Williamson goes deeper into what it actually takes to build a resilient, high-performing brain in today’s fast-paced world. From the impact of chronic stress to the habits that protect long-term cognitive health, this episode focuses on practical ways to optimize how we live and work.

In this episode, we explore:
• Why chronic stress is one of the biggest threats to brain health
• The connection between burnout, inflammation, and cognitive decline
• Daily habits that strengthen focus, resilience, and mental clarity
• How physicians and professionals can protect their brains while performing at a high level

Dr. Williamson reminds us that brain health isn’t something we think about later in life—it’s something we build every day through the choices we make.

🌐 Learn more: transcendhealthgroup.com; Instagram: @transcendhealthgroup
📖 Learn about the book: The Incredible Brain (https://transcendhealthgroup.com/book/)

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