Family Health with Dr. Lex

By Dr. Alexis Hugelmeyer

What's Family Health with Dr. Lex about?

Welcome to Family Health with Dr. Lex! Listen along as Board Certified Family Medicine Doctor Alexis Hugelmeyer interviews her physician colleagues on topics that will help keep you and your family safe and healthy.

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Family Health with Dr. Lex episodes:

11.11.2022
Gender Affirmation Surgery with Plastic Surgeon Dr. Elda Fisher
Every once in a while I come across a physician who is so inspirational and does the most meaningful work in medicine. So, I always jump at the chance to interview them. Dr. Elda Fisher is one...
11.04.2022
Permission to Experience Pleasure with Ob/Gyn Dr. Sadaf Lodhi
Like so many others, I used to cringe when my parents or others would talk about sex. And it wasn't really until I was in my professional life helping others find solutions to difficulties or dissatisfaction in their own sex...
10.28.2022
Redefining Skincare with Dermatologist Dr. Keira Barr
I was so pleasantly surprised by the conversation I had with Dr. Keira Barr. I thought this would be a discussion about which products to use and how to wash and things to avoid and when to seek a...
10.21.2022
Fibromyalgia with Rheumatologist Dr. Martina Ziegenbein
If you have chronic pain or know someone who has, chances are you have heard of Fibromyalgia. But not many people know exactly what it is or where it comes from. In fact, many patients and doctors alike...
10.14.2022
Culinary Medicine with OB/GYN Dr. Basma Faris
FOOD IS MEDICINE! It's about as ancient a remedy as we have. But since pharmacology became a mainstream treatment, it seems that using our diet to help ourselves has fallen by the wayside. Luckily we have...
10.07.2022
Flourishing with Internist Dr. Rebecca Lauderdale
Have you ever felt stuck? Like you should feel grateful for what you have in your life but there's something tugging at you saying "there's more?" Have you felt like you want to improve, change, grow,...
09.30.2022
Time Management with Gastroenterologist Dr. Kirthi Lilley
Time Management is not usually considered a health topic. But like so many episodes on this podcast, we are talking about making lifestyle changes in order to optimize our health, wellness and happiness. Time freedom is an...
09.23.2022
Living with Bipolar Disorder with Family Physician Dr. Alison Baum
You know I love advocating for accessibility and equity in mental healthcare, so I was especially excited to speak with Dr. Alison Baum. She is a Family Physician living with Bipolar Disorder and has been brave enough to share...
09.16.2022
Grow Your Wealthy Mindset with Ophthalmologist Dr. Elisa Chiang
We don't often think of money as a health topic, but being savvy with our finances can not only impact our quality of life, but can be really important in case of a medical emergency. In this episode Dr....
08.26.2022
Prophylactic Mastectomy with ER Physician Dr. Hala Sabry
I am such a fangirl in this episode. Seriously, Dr. Hala Sabry is one of the most prominent names in medicine, and for good reason! Not only has she created a network of over 116K women physicians but...
08.18.2022
Setting Boundaries with Psychiatrist Dr. Maryna Mammoliti
This is a good one that I know lots of people need to hear, myself included. So many of us lack the skills or the confidence to establish boundaries which can make or keep us unhealthy, unhappy and...
05.27.2022
The Self-Care Formula Everyone Needs to Know with Radiologist Dr. Robyn Tiger
We've spoken extensively about the harmful effects of chronic stress, but in this episode Board Certified Radiologist Dr. Robyn Tiger and I discuss how learning complete self-care can reverse symptoms, improve functional capacity, quality of life and longevity. ...
05.21.2022
Alpha Gal Syndrome with Internist/Pediatrician Dr. Laura Diefendorf
Most people have heard of the most common tick-borne illnesses like Lyme & Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever. Many have heard of Ehrlichiosis, Babesiosis & Tularemia. But most doctors aren't even familiar with one of the most recently discovered...
05.11.2022
Healing Your Inner Critic with Ob/GYN Dr. Priyanka Venugopal
You know that little voice in your head saying you can do better or more? That you're not good enough, successful enough? That you aren't worthy of what you have or that you should feel guilty for wanting...
05.06.2022
Navigating Life Transitions with OB/GYN Dr. Radhika Sharma
You've made it! You have the career, the partner, the family you envisioned. But you're heavy, exhausted & you keep hearing that voice in your head & your heart. It's quiet at first, but grows as time passes. ...
04.29.2022
End of Life Planning with Hospitalist Dr. Ciri Press
I know, I know… no one wants to talk about death and dying. But in this episode, Board Certified Hospitalist Dr. Ciri Press and I tackle this tough topic - End of Life Planning & Advance Directives. We are...
04.15.2022
So, You Want to Become a Runner? with Pediatrician & Run Coach Dr. Michelle Quirk
Have you ever tried to become a runner? How many times have you started and stopped and started again only to find that it doesn't stick? The answer for me is countless. ***************In this episode, Pediatrician and Certified...
04.08.2022
Intro to Botox & Fillers with ER Physician Dr. Judith Borger
In this episode, Dr. Judith Borger and I discuss Botox & Fillers including answers to the following questions:- What procedures does Dr. Borger do in her practice?- How did Dr. Borger transition from a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Physician to an...
03.25.2022
How to Get the High Quality Sleep You Dream Of with Sleep Specialist Dr. Funke Afolabi-Brown
In this episode, Dr. Funke Afolabi-Brown and I discuss How to Get the High Quality Sleep You Dream Of, including answers to the following questions:- As a Pediatric Pulmonologist, how did Dr. Brown become interested in Sleep Medicine as a...
03.18.2022
Approaching Weight Issues in Children with Pediatrician Dr. Sheila Carroll
In this episode, Dr. Sheila Carroll and I discuss Approaching Weight Issues in Children including answers to the following questions:- How did Dr. Carroll get into coaching children and their families improve their weight?- How does Dr. Carroll direct the...
03.03.2022
Unexplained Infertility & Recurrent Pregnancy Loss with Maternal-Fetal Medicine Specialist Dr. Alexander Kofinas
In this very special episode, my own doctor Dr. Alexander Kofinas & I discuss Unexplained Infertility & Recurrent Pregnancy Loss including answers to the following questions:- How did Dr. Kofinas identify my condition & save the lives of my...
02.25.2022
Sjogren's, Autoimmune Disease & Approaching Invisible Illness with Allergy / Immunologist Dr. Kara Wada
The incidence of autoimmune conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, celiac disease, psoriasis, thyroid disease and even diabetes has skyrocketed. They can present with a wide constellation of symptoms, both vague and specific, but can be difficult to diagnose. While...
02.19.2022
The Global Effects of Stress with Critical Care Dr. Stephanie Freeman
WELCOME TO SEASON 3! I'm so happy you're here. In this episode, Dr. Stephanie Freeman and I discuss The Global Effects of Stress including answers to the following questions:- How has the stress of the pandemic affected physicians?- How...
12.24.2021
COVID-19 Update for 2022 with Infectious Disease Specialist Dr. Rajeev Fernando
Dr. Fernando is back to give us an update as we enter into 2022.We discussed all things...- Omicron- Vaccine safety for kids- Boosters- Travelling safely- Navigating the holidays- Predictions for 2022For more information from Dr. Fernando check out:www.chiraj.com
11.12.2021
Emotional Regulation & Positive Parenting with Family Physician Dr. Carly Crewe
Each year 1 in 5 women will experience a mental health condition such as depression, anxiety, PTSD and so many others. Women are twice as likely as men to experience any of those conditions, yet are less likely to...
11.08.2021
Grief, Loss & Resilience with Grief Coach AmarAtma Khalsa
Losing a loved one is one of the most painful human experiences. The grief that follows can be deep and prolonged. But there are skills we can learn to help us when grief of any kind finds...
11.04.2021
Thriving Through Grief with Executive Coach Dr. Yvonne Ator
Have you or someone you love experienced grief? We all have. We usually think about grief as it relates to the loss of a loved one. But in today's episode Dr. Yvonne Ator and I...
10.25.2021
Benzodiazepine Withdrawal Syndrome with Cardiologist Dr. Christy Huff
Have you or someone you love been prescribed a benzodiazepine like Xanax, Ativan, Valium, Librium, Restoril or Klonopin?Did you know that they:- are among the most commonly prescribed psychotropic medications in the U.S.?- have significant potential for physical dependence and...
10.22.2021
The Biology of Trauma with Addiction Medicine Physician Dr. Aimie Apigian
If you live in a human body, this show is for you. And if you haven't heard about Trauma Informed Care, you should learn about it now as it will change the way healthcare is delivered to our patients....
10.08.2021
Get Your Sexy Back After Breast Cancer with Sex Therapist Dr. Melanie Modjoros
In this episode, Sex Therapist Dr. Melanie Modjoros & I discuss Getting Your Sexy Back After Breast Cancer including answers to the following questions:***************- What is a sexual medicine counselor and how did Dr. Modjoros become one?- Why are patients,...
10.01.2021
The Biology of Stress with Preventive Medicine Physician Dr. Jordana Rothschild
In this episode, Board Certified Public Health & Preventive Medicine Physician Dr. Jordana Rothschild & I discuss The Biology of Stress including answers to the following questions:***************- Is stress harmful?- What is the physiologic mechanism of stress?- How does stress...
09.03.2021
Patient Self-Advocacy with Family Physician Dr. Catherine Harmon-Toomer
In this episode, Family Physician Dr. Catherine Harmon-Toomer & I discuss Patient Self-Advocacy including answers to the following questions:***************- How did Dr. Toomer's own health scare lead her to a career as a patient advocate coach?- Why does Dr. Toomer...
08.27.2021
Uncompromising Intimacy with Intimacy Expert Dr. Alexandra Stockwell
In this episode, Intimacy Expert Dr. Alexandra Stockwell & I discuss Uncompromising Intimacy including answers to the following questions:- Why is it taboo to talk about sex and intimacy?- Do we have to choose between a stable, supportive friendship type...
08.20.2021
Superwoman Complex with Family Physician Dr. Nicole Swiner
In this episode, Board Certified Family Physician Dr. Nicole Swiner & I discuss The Superwoman Complex including answers to the following questions:- How did Doc Swiner realize she was burned out?- How does the stress of trying to do it...
07.23.2021
Menopause with Gynecologist Dr. Hajira Yasmin
In this episode, Board Certified Ob/GYN Dr. Hajira Yasmin & I discuss Menopause & Treatment Options / Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) including answers to the following questions:- What is menopause?- How are women with symptoms of menopause evaluated?- Should women...
07.16.2021
Intuitive Eating with Lifestyle Medicine Physician Dr. Lynn Stiff
In this episode, dietician-turned-Board Certified Family & Lifestyle Medicine Physician Dr. Lynn Stiff & I discuss Intuitive & Mindful Eating including answers to the following questions:- Why did Dr. Stiff go to medical school after becoming a dietitian?- How does...
07.09.2021
Recovering from Burnout & Perfectionism with Internist Dr. Kara Pepper
In this episode, Board Certified Internist Dr. Kara Pepper and I discuss Recovering from Burnout & Perfectionism including answers to the following questions: - How do women begin to assess who we are , what we like and what...
07.02.2021
Preparing for Common Family Emergencies with ER Physician Dr. Anne-Caroline Norman
In this episode, Board Certified Emergency Medicine Physician Dr. Anne-Caroline Norman and I discuss Preparing for Common Family Emergencies including answers to the following questions: - Is COVID improving and will we be able to travel again soon?- What are...
06.25.2021
Mindfulness & Meditation in Medicine with Pulmonologist Dr. Ni-Cheng Liang
In this episode, Board Certified Pulmonologist and Mindfulness teacher Dr. Ni-Cheng Liang and I discuss Mindfulness and Meditation in Medicine including answers to the following questions: - What is Integrative Medicine? - How does it differ from Complementary...
06.04.2021
Healthy Sleep for Infants and Children with Pediatrician / Sleep Expert Dr. Nilong Vyas
In this episode, Board Certified Pediatrician & Sleep Expert Dr. Nilong Vyas and I discuss Healthy Sleep for Infants and Children including answers to the following questions: - How can expectant families prepare to welcome baby home? - Whats is...
05.21.2021
Whole Heart Health with Cardiologist Dr. Nicole Harkin
In this episode, Board Certified Cardiologist Dr. Nicole Harkin and I discuss Whole Heart Health including answers to the following questions:- How do you identify and reduce cardiovascular risk if you have a strong family history? - How much does...
05.15.2021
EFT Tapping with Mind-Body Medicine Specialist Dr. Kim D'Eramo
In this episode, Dr. Kim D'Eramo and I explore EFT - Emotional Freedom Technique - to Reverse Pain, Illness and Fatigue. Dr. D'Eramo explains how EFT works, how to do it yourself and gives us additional resources to further...
05.08.2021
COVID-19 Update with Infectious Disease Specialist Dr. Rajeev Fernando
In this episode, Infectious Disease Specialist Dr. Rajeev Fernando and I discuss COVID-19 including answers to the following questions:- How did the pandemic start and how did it get so bad?- How did Dr. Fernando get involved in public education...
04.30.2021
Introducing the Family Health with Dr. Lex Podcast hosted by Dr. Nii Darko
In this episode, Board Certified Trauma Surgeon Dr. Nii Darko interviews ME. Together we discuss:- Why I decided to start a podcast,- What is Osteopathic Medicine and Osteopathic Manipulation,- What is the difference between and M.D. and a D.O....

What's Family Health with Dr. Lex about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

Family Health with Dr. Lex episodes:

Gender Affirmation Surgery with Plastic Surgeon Dr. Elda Fisher

Permission to Experience Pleasure with Ob/Gyn Dr. Sadaf Lodhi

Redefining Skincare with Dermatologist Dr. Keira Barr

Fibromyalgia with Rheumatologist Dr. Martina Ziegenbein

Culinary Medicine with OB/GYN Dr. Basma Faris

Flourishing with Internist Dr. Rebecca Lauderdale

Time Management with Gastroenterologist Dr. Kirthi Lilley

Living with Bipolar Disorder with Family Physician Dr. Alison Baum

Grow Your Wealthy Mindset with Ophthalmologist Dr. Elisa Chiang

Prophylactic Mastectomy with ER Physician Dr. Hala Sabry

Setting Boundaries with Psychiatrist Dr. Maryna Mammoliti

The Self-Care Formula Everyone Needs to Know with Radiologist Dr. Robyn Tiger

Alpha Gal Syndrome with Internist/Pediatrician Dr. Laura Diefendorf

Healing Your Inner Critic with Ob/GYN Dr. Priyanka Venugopal

Navigating Life Transitions with OB/GYN Dr. Radhika Sharma

End of Life Planning with Hospitalist Dr. Ciri Press

So, You Want to Become a Runner? with Pediatrician & Run Coach Dr. Michelle Quirk

Intro to Botox & Fillers with ER Physician Dr. Judith Borger

How to Get the High Quality Sleep You Dream Of with Sleep Specialist Dr. Funke Afolabi-Brown

Approaching Weight Issues in Children with Pediatrician Dr. Sheila Carroll

Unexplained Infertility & Recurrent Pregnancy Loss with Maternal-Fetal Medicine Specialist Dr. Alexander Kofinas

Sjogren's, Autoimmune Disease & Approaching Invisible Illness with Allergy / Immunologist Dr. Kara Wada

The Global Effects of Stress with Critical Care Dr. Stephanie Freeman

COVID-19 Update for 2022 with Infectious Disease Specialist Dr. Rajeev Fernando

Emotional Regulation & Positive Parenting with Family Physician Dr. Carly Crewe

Grief, Loss & Resilience with Grief Coach AmarAtma Khalsa

Thriving Through Grief with Executive Coach Dr. Yvonne Ator

Benzodiazepine Withdrawal Syndrome with Cardiologist Dr. Christy Huff

The Biology of Trauma with Addiction Medicine Physician Dr. Aimie Apigian

Get Your Sexy Back After Breast Cancer with Sex Therapist Dr. Melanie Modjoros

The Biology of Stress with Preventive Medicine Physician Dr. Jordana Rothschild

Patient Self-Advocacy with Family Physician Dr. Catherine Harmon-Toomer

Uncompromising Intimacy with Intimacy Expert Dr. Alexandra Stockwell

Superwoman Complex with Family Physician Dr. Nicole Swiner

Menopause with Gynecologist Dr. Hajira Yasmin

Intuitive Eating with Lifestyle Medicine Physician Dr. Lynn Stiff

Recovering from Burnout & Perfectionism with Internist Dr. Kara Pepper

Preparing for Common Family Emergencies with ER Physician Dr. Anne-Caroline Norman

Mindfulness & Meditation in Medicine with Pulmonologist Dr. Ni-Cheng Liang

Healthy Sleep for Infants and Children with Pediatrician / Sleep Expert Dr. Nilong Vyas

Whole Heart Health with Cardiologist Dr. Nicole Harkin

EFT Tapping with Mind-Body Medicine Specialist Dr. Kim D'Eramo

COVID-19 Update with Infectious Disease Specialist Dr. Rajeev Fernando

Introducing the Family Health with Dr. Lex Podcast hosted by Dr. Nii Darko