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  • Episode 27 - Crushed by Costs: Medical Debt, Student Loans, and the Power of HSAs & Loan Forgiveness

    Dr. Byron Jasper, CEO of Byja Clinic, and George Becnel, Patient Zero, take a deep, honest look at medical debt and student loans that are crushing millions of Americans — but there are ways out. In this episode, we break down the true cost of healthcare debt, how student loans are shaping the future of medicine, and why Direct Primary Care (DPC) is a game-changer for both patients and providers. Plus, we dive into two powerful tools to fight back: Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs). If you’re tired of feeling trapped by debt, this episode is your blueprint for financial freedom. Follow Byja Clinic: - Instagram: @byjaclinic - Facebook: @byjaclinic - LinkedIn: Byja Clinic - Website: www.byja.org Follow Dr. Jasper: - Instagram: @drbjasper Follow George: - Instagram: @becnelmedia - X: @George_becnel - LinkedIn: George Becnel, II Produced by Becnel Media

    1 hr 11 min
  • Episode 26 -Breaking the Silence: Mental Health, Masculinity, and the Crisis Among Black Men
    Dr. Byron Jasper, CEO of Byja Clinic, and George Becnel, Patient Zero, take a deep, honest look at the mental health crisis affecting men—especially Black men. We explore the societal pressures, stigma, and systemic barriers contributing to depression, anxiety, suicide, and trauma like PTSD. More importantly, we highlight solutions, including the role that Direct Primary Care (DPC) can play in providing culturally competent, consistent, and accessible mental healthcare. As always, we encourage you to listen, subscribe, share and interact with us on the platforms below.
    Follow Byja Clinic:
    - Instagram: @byjaclinic
    - Facebook: @byjaclinic
    - LinkedIn: Byja Clinic
    - Website: www.byja.org
    Follow Dr. Jasper:
    - Instagram: @drbjasper
    Follow George:
    - Instagram: @becnelmedia
    - X: @George_becnel
    - LinkedIn: George Becnel, II
    Produced by Becnel Media
    46 min
  • Episode 25 - Tariffs & Treatment: What Rising Healthcare Costs Mean for You
    Dr. Byron Jasper, CEO of Byja Clinic, and George Becnel, Patient Zero, discuss tariffs and how they affect healthcare costs. They discuss the potential cost increase of healthcare services and everyday care products. They also discuss how the DPC model can help minimize rising costs. As always, we encourage you to listen, subscribe, share and interact with us on the platforms below.
    Follow Byja Clinic:
    - Instagram: @byjaclinic
    - Facebook: @byjaclinic
    - LinkedIn: Byja Clinic
    - Website: www.byja.org
    Follow Dr. Jasper:
    - Instagram: @drbjasper
    Follow George:
    - Instagram: @becnelmedia
    - X: @George_becnel
    - LinkedIn: George Becnel, II
    Produced by Becnel Media
    56 min
  • Episode 24 - HIV Awareness and Direct Primary Care Solutions
    Dr. Byron Jasper, CEO of Byja Clinic, and George Becnel, Patient Zero, discuss HIV in America. They discuss the statistics of new and existing cases. They also discuss the stigmas and misconceptions associated with the virus. As always, we encourage you to listen, subscribe, share and interact with us on the platforms below.
    Follow Byja Clinic:
    - Instagram: @byjaclinic
    - Facebook: @byjaclinic
    - LinkedIn: Byja Clinic
    - Website: www.byja.org
    Follow Dr. Jasper:
    - Instagram: @drbjasper
    Follow George:
    - Instagram: @becnelmedia
    - X: @George_becnel
    - LinkedIn: George Becnel, II
    Produced by Becnel Media
    59 min
  • Episode 23 - To Vaccinate or Not To Vaccinate, That is The Question
    Dr. Byron Jasper, CEO of Byja Clinic, and George Becnel, Patient Zero, discuss the recent trends in the health care world. They discuss the new measles outbreak with the decline of vaccinations. They also discuss Compounded GLP-1 Meds aka weight management drugs. As always, we encourage you to listen, subscribe, share and interact with us on the platforms below.
    Follow Byja Clinic:
    - Instagram: @byjaclinic
    - Facebook: @byjaclinic
    - LinkedIn: Byja Clinic
    - Website: www.byja.org
    Follow Dr. Jasper:
    - Instagram: @drbjasper
    Follow George:
    - Instagram: @becnelmedia
    - X: @George_becnel
    - LinkedIn: George Becnel, II
    Produced by Becnel Media
    1 hr 12 min
  • Episode 22 - America’s Healthcare Report Card: Pass or Fail?
    Dr. Byron Jasper, CEO of Byja Clinic, and George Becnel, Patient Zero, discuss the recent Commonwealth Fund report, part of the "Mirror, Mirror" series, comparing healthcare systems in 10 wealthy nations. They discuss the rankings based on five domains: access to care, care process, administrative efficiency, equity, and outcomes. They also discuss challenges in the health care system to cause the rankings. As always, we encourage you to listen, subscribe, share and interact with us on the platforms below.
    Follow Byja Clinic:
    - Instagram: @byjaclinic
    - Facebook: @byjaclinic
    - LinkedIn: Byja Clinic
    - Website: www.byja.org
    Follow Dr. Jasper:
    - Instagram: @drbjasper
    Follow George:
    - Instagram: @becnelmedia
    - X: @George_becnel
    - LinkedIn: George Becnel, II
    Produced by Becnel Media
    51 min
  • Episode 21 - Medicaid, Direct Primary Care, and A Possible New Bill For Medicaid Access
    Dr. Byron Jasper, CEO of Byja Clinic, and George Becnel, Patient Zero, discuss the Medicaid Primary Care Improvement Act. They discuss the current state of medicaid and how direct primary care can play a bigger role. They also discuss how direct primary care can alleviate physician shortages and other provider challenges. As always, we encourage you to listen, subscribe, share and interact with us on the platforms below.
    Follow Byja Clinic:
    - Instagram: @byjaclinic
    - Facebook: @byjaclinic
    - LinkedIn: Byja Clinic
    - Website: www.byja.org
    Follow Dr. Jasper:
    - Instagram: @drbjasper
    Follow George:
    - Instagram: @becnelmedia
    - X: @George_becnel
    - LinkedIn: George Becnel, II
    Produced by Becnel Media
    1 hr 27 min
  • Episode 20 - Why Routine Eye Exams Matter: From Common to Complex Eye Diseases

    Dr. Byron Jasper, CEO of Byja Clinic, and George Becnel, PatientZero, discuss the importance of routine eye exams. They discuss the common diseases of the eye. They also discuss how these diseases may cause blindness.

    In addition, they discuss how warning what a good eye exams consists of. As always, we encourage you to listen, subscribe, share and interact with us on the platforms below.

    Follow Byja Clinic:

    - Instagram: @byjaclinic

    - Facebook: @byjaclinic

    - LinkedIn: Byja Clinic

    - Website: www.byja.org

    Follow Dr. Jasper:

    - Instagram: @drbjasper

    Follow George:

    - Instagram: @becnelmedia

    - X: @George_becnel

    - LinkedIn: George Becnel, II

    Produced by Becnel Media

    1 hr 12 min
  • Episode 19 - Dementia and DPC: Caring Smarter with Proper Detection and Management
    Dr. Byron Jasper, CEO of Byja Clinic, and George Becnel, Patient Zero, discuss dementia. They discuss the causes and risks of dementia. They also discuss preventative care. In addition, they discuss how warning signs and misconceptions. As always, we encourage you to listen, subscribe, share and interact with us on the platforms below.
    Follow Byja Clinic:
    - Instagram: @byjaclinic
    - Facebook: @byjaclinic
    - LinkedIn: Byja Clinic
    - Website: www.byja.org
    Follow Dr. Jasper:
    - Instagram: @drbjasper
    Follow George:
    - Instagram: @becnelmedia
    - X: @George_becnel
    - LinkedIn: George Becnel, II
    Produced by Becnel Media
    1 hr 12 min
  • Episode 18 - What the UnitedHealthcare CEO Incident Reveals About Our Broken Healthcare System
    Dr. Byron Jasper, CEO of Byja Clinic, and George Becnel, Patient Zero, discuss the United Health Care's CEO incident in relation to the insurance industry. They discuss who profits most in the health care industry. They also discuss how costs affect the insurance companies, care givers and patients. In addition, they discuss how patients can maximize on their insurance and care. As always, we encourage you to listen, subscribe, share and interact with us on the platforms below.
    Follow Byja Clinic:
    - Instagram: @byjaclinic
    - Facebook: @byjaclinic
    - LinkedIn: Byja Clinic
    - Website: www.byja.org
    Follow Dr. Jasper:
    - Instagram: @drbjasper
    Follow George:
    - Instagram: @becnelmedia
    - X: @George_becnel
    - LinkedIn: George Becnel, II
    Produced by Becnel Media
    59 min

About Byja Radio Show

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We are a radio show that focuses on a variety of health topics and current events through the lens of Direct primary care (DPC) and health equity. Our aim is to engage, educate, and empower our audience to achieve better overall health.