What would you do if doctors told you there was nothing you could do about your health risk? In this episode of Master the Media, Amy sits down with Dr. Simran Malhotra as she shares her powerful story. She talks about learning she had the BRCA1 gene, which greatly raises the risk of cancer, and how that moment changed her life. While caring for very sick patients, she began searching for ways to protect her own health. That search led her to lifestyle medicine, mindset work, and eventually media opportunities. Dr. Simran explains how sharing her story online opened doors to brand partnerships, media features, and a new kind of career. Most importantly, it helped her earn income, reach millions with trusted health advice, and spend more time with her family.

Dr. Simran Malhotra is a triple board-certified physician in internal medicine, hospice and palliative care, and lifestyle medicine, as well as a certified health and wellness coach. She trained at Johns Hopkins and spent many years caring for seriously ill patients, which shaped her passion for prevention and whole-person health. After learning at age 26 that she carries the BRCA1 genetic mutation, which greatly increases the risk of breast and ovarian cancer, she became deeply interested in lifestyle medicine and the role everyday habits play in long-term health. Today, Dr. Malhotra shares evidence-based guidance on nutrition, mindset, and healthy living, helping people lower disease risk and improve their quality of life.


Connect with Dr. Simran
Website: https://www.coachsimranmd.com/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/drsimran.malhotra/


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Episode highlights:
(0:00) Intro
(2:49) Dr. Simran’s background and medical career
(4:10) Learning about her BRCA1 gene mutation
(9:36) Preventive surgeries during the pandemic
(14:18) Her first paid brand partnership
(26:07) Learning to charge what her work is worth
(29:57) Landing a $3,500 writing partnership
(38:02) Reaching millions through media
(43:55) How this work changed her family life
(50:52) Why media matters for healthcare professionals today
(1:01:20) Where to find Dr. Simran and her resources
(1:02:20) Outro

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