House Calls

Dr Connie celebrates the joy of springtime with warmer weather and desert bloom. She also welcomes back Laura Ziff, to discuss re-birth and re-inventing yourself after retiring from professional work. How long do you plan to work? What does the "next chapter" look like for you? Tune in for ideas on how to transform the next phase of your life.

We have been so focused on preventing and treating COVID-19 these past three years, that we often forget that more Americans still die from heart disease. Dr. Connie invites in studio her former Mayo Clinic colleague, board-certified preventive cardiologist and founder of HealthspanMD, Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, to discuss how lifestyle habits that are good for your heart can also extend your lifespan. You don't want to miss this important episode that could be a life changer!

To quote Sonnet 43 by Elizabeth Barrett Browning: How do I love thee? Let me count the ways... February is the month of love as we celebrate Valentine's Day and our commitments to family and friends. One of the many ways to show love is through the gift of jewelry, also known as rings and bling. Listen to this special episode with in-studio guest and jeweler that Dr. Connie refers to as "Lord of the Rings," Hugo Rodriguez, owner of Platella Jewelers in Scottsdale, AZ.

House Calls celebrates its 8th season with the New Year's theme of embracing change in our lives. What are your New Year's resolutions? Many resolutions and goals involve making improvements to our outlook, habits, and routines, and learning how to embrace them. Dr Connie welcomes back Dr. Julie Anné who is the most frequent guest on the show, now returning for her 7th time. Make your resolution to tune in and get your year off to a great start!

The holidays are a wonderful time of year for giving and receiving. Sometimes the best gifts in life aren't just things, and we come to find that experiences and relationships can be more fulfilling. Dr. Connie welcomes two special guests: Her son, Andrew, and granddaughter, Addison, who is the youngest guest to ever join her in-studio. O come, all ye, listen to this special Christmas episode, and find out if Addie gets her two front teeth!

As we enter this special time of year highlighted by the holidays, Dr. Connie brings to mind some of the unique challenges of the season. The pandemic took a toll on American lives, and many of the effects are more apparent this time of year. In the aftermath of COVID-19's impact on American society, alcohol and addiction-related deaths soared in our country. Dr. Jerry Law, Executive Director of the Meadows in Wickenburg, AZ, joins the show to discuss how to cope with the stressors of the holidays and focus on gratitude. Dr. Law has numerous years of experience evaluating and treating alcohol and substance abuse. Tune in to this timely show that might even save your life or the life of a loved one.

We know that children are our future. So, what does it take to raise a good kid? Dr. Connie believes the two most important things we can give our children are: 1) Roots and 2) Wings. In this episode, she discusses the challenges of raising children to be responsible, mature, good, and loving adults with President and CEO of the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Scottsdale, Ivan Gilreath.

In tough times of social, political, and economic unrest, how do you experience happiness? It's very difficult and requires conscious effort. Dr Connie dispenses her prescription for what makes people happy and how you can apply these lessons to your life. Special in-studio guest is retired executive, world traveler and close friend, Laura Ziff. Pick up your prescription for happiness; it comes with unlimited refills.

How did you spend your summer vacation? If you traveled away from home this summer, you were among the 208 million Americans who got away. Dr. Connie interviews veteran travel agent, Haleh Malek, of Travel Destinations Inc., to share her experiences, advice, and suggestions for memorable travel. Tune in and prepare to plan your next adventure abroad.

Celebrating her 246th birthday this month, America has seen her fair share of turbulent times. Despite the challenges our country has faced, there are many who are most grateful to be Americans. Joined in studio by her son and daughter-in-law, Dr. Connie shares her family's story of immigrating to the United States, and how the US military brought them to America.