Office Visits with Dr. V

Join us for an engaging and inspiring conversation with Dr. Ira Schreiber as she discusses the power of lifestyle medicine to restore health and vitality, and create a ripple of positive effects for her patients, family, and her community. Dr. Ira explores the concept of fulfillment - one dimension of happiness which is composed of positive emotions that come and go with a broader sense of purpose and well-being. She also shares how her book, “On the Path to Health, Wellbeing, and Fulfillment”, serves to empower people with the knowledge needed to reach their health goals by introducing them to positive psychology, digital detoxing, counting your blessings, and positive health practices. 

[00:01 - 08:26] Opening Segment

• Introducing Dr. Iris Schrijver

[08:27 - 17:03] Unlocking the Power of Fulfillment: How Happiness and Health are Connected 

• Fulfillment is one dimension of happiness and is a broader, more grounded sense of purpose and wellbeing

[17:04 - 24:08] Taking Small Steps to Thrive in a Busy Culture

• Difference between resilience and thriving

[24:09 - 30:23] Digital Detox and Positive Psychology

• Digital detox: turning off the phone from time to time, or a day each week

[30:24 - 31:06] When You Take Care of Patients, Who Takes Care of You?

• Dr. V takes care of the healthcare provider that takes care of everybody else
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[31:07 - 37:00000] Closing Segment

• Our happiness is in part the way we interpret our world and perceive our lives

Quotes:

“We should measure success as how happy we are.” - Dr. Iris Schrijver

“Any move away from standard American diet and lifestyle is important to your thriving.” - Dr. Iris Schrijver

“To do well, you have to be well.” - Dr. Iris Schrijver

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Connect with Dr. Iris Schrijver, MD

Website: www.LifestyleforHealthandWellness.com

Book: https://www.amazon.com/Path-Health-Wellbeing-Fulfilment-Your-ebook/dp/B0B7X269S5 

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Topics around reproductive health and menstruation are still taboo in some cultures, which leaves women in the dark when it comes to their health. In today’s episode, Mikaela Ingram sheds some light on these issues and how her non-profit organization called Divine Drops helps women across the globe fight the stigma and have a more holistic approach when it comes to health. 

After years of symptomatic periods and countless countries traveling for both volunteer and her travel nursing job, Mikaela declared that she had enough of watching AND experiencing this suffering that society calls "a period". She quit her nursing job, moved into a camper, and spent the next year gathering a team and crafting a plan that would address this problem at its core, for all menstruators. 

[00:01 - 10:20] Opening Segment

• Introducing Mikaela to the show

[10:21 - 20:37] Breaking the Stigma with Divine Drops

• Mikaela shares how she started Divine Drops by traveling and seeing how others struggle when it comes to menstruation

[20:38 - 28:35] African Women’s Experiences with Reproductive Health

• Period poverty: lack of access to menstrual products and reproductive education

[28:36 - 29:19] When You Take Care of Patients, Who Takes Care of You?

• Dr. V takes care of the healthcare provider that takes care of everybody else
  • Go to  https://officevisitswithdrv.com and click on the coaching tab to schedule a free discovery interview

[29:20 - 41:22] Closing Segment

• What’s next for Mikaela and Divine Drops?

Quotes:

“Overall, it’s about healing. We have to look at it from a holistic lifestyle viewpoint: mind, body, and spirit.” - Mikaela Ingram

“Healing can come from so many different things” - Mikaela Ingram

“It just works out. If it doesn’t, I will learn something.” - Mikaela Ingram

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Connect with Mikaela Ingram, RN

Website: www.divinedrops.org

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divinedrops_

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/divinedropss

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ufpmJGHnKOE

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikaela-ingram-389462164

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Health and wellness don’t only come from pills or any pharmaceutical drugs. Good health is the holistic approach that encompasses the emotional, physical, and mental aspects of a person. Dr. Laurena White demonstrates these with her knowledge of various forms of medicine and healing.

Dr. White is a disruptor. She leads a team that facilitates the health, wellness, and healing of complex women’s health challenges without the use of unnecessary pharmaceutical drugs (including synthetic hormones) and fruitlessly invasive surgical interventions. By becoming the fertile spot in a barren land, she leads a revolutionary charge within the women’s health industry by providing women with equitable access to not only the transformative, but also the restorative care they need, want, desire, and deserve.

[00:01 - 09:36] Opening Segment

• Introducing Dr. White to the show

[09:37 - 23:21] Becoming the Healer

• Dr. White shares her early experiences with migraine

[23:22 - 41:07] Going Back to the U.S.

• Dr. White shares what made her go back to the U.S.

[41:08 - 46:09] The Eudaimonia Center

• Dr. White shares the services that they provide
  • Homegrown holistic approach

[46:10 - 46:53] When You Take Care of Patients, Who Takes Care of You?

• Dr. V takes care of the healthcare provider that takes care of everybody else
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[46:54 - 54:49] Closing Segment

• Dr. White’s final words

Quotes:

“You're not necessarily seeing their home environment. And without seeing someone's home environment…then it's gonna be challenging.” - Dr. Laurena White

“It's not conventional medicine or traditional medicine. It's not one against the other. It's the synergy of the two together.” - Dr. Laurena White

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Connect with Dr. Laurena White, MD

Website: www.laurenawhite.com 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurena-white-ab447b195/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theeudaimoniacenter/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theeudaimoniacenter/ 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/eu_daimonism?lang=en 

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Burnout is becoming increasingly common among physicians of all levels of training and practice. But as healers, oftentimes, they are the last people to address the issue and seek help. Here to share her burnout experience and how breaking the box can beat burnout is Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque, MD.

Dr. Sapna is a board-certified Internal Medicine physician. She was born and raised in Kansas and attended medical school at the University of Kansas [KU] School of Medicine. She completed her Internal Medicine residency at KU-Wichita as well. After experiencing burnout herself, and watching other physician colleagues burn out, it became a passion of hers to look into different aspects of burnout. While the system does need to change, as it is broken, she started her podcast, The Worthy Physician, as a way to reach physicians and possibly shed light on what is not an isolated situation.

[00:01 - 03:35] Opening Segment

• Dr. V welcomes Dr. Sapna

[03:36 - 18:10] I Define Who I Am

• Dr. Sapna talks about her background
  • From an engineering student, she shifted to medicine and became fascinated with the engineering of the human body

[18:11 - 30:05] Realities of Physician Burnout

• Her first run with burnout was within her first three years when she was adjusting to the work structure in rural Kansas and when a family member had a health issue

[30:06 - 36:29] The Road to Recovery

• Dr. Sapna addressed that she needed a change
  • She cut back on her hours, doing outpatient only, having enough sleep, and working out 

[36:29 - 37:35] When You Take Care of Patients, Who Takes Care of You?

• Dr. V takes care of the healthcare provider that takes care of everybody else
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[37:36 - 41:03] Closing Segment

• Dr. Sapna’s final words: Push the pause button and make sure you are taking care of yourself. Get comfortable saying no.

Tweetable Quotes

“When people try to define physicians or try to define me as a person, no, I'm going to define who I am. I'm not going to be labeled by these stereotypes that society has. That's just me.” - Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque, MD

“There's no reason put somebody else in the corner just because that was done to you, which, unfortunately, seems to be the culture in medicine. And again, that's why I say rules are meant to be broken because they're not always right.” - Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque, MD

“Self-care is not selfish. It's the way to replenish your cup.” - Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque, MD

“It is okay to not try to fit into a box that somebody else has set for you. Create that box for yourself or, sweetheart, break out of the box.” - Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque, MD

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Connect with Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque, MD

Website: https://www.theworthyphysician.com/

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Symptoms of burnout can manifest differently for different people. Knowing what it looks like for you will allow you to get the help you need and overcome it.

Today, Dr. V dives deeper into the definition of burnout and how to spot the signs. She also highlights the issue of provider burnout and why more people should feel comfortable acknowledging it. Burnout should not just be about your productivity or career. It impacts how you live your life.

• Dr. V welcomes listeners

• WHO defined burnout as a syndrome conceptualized as resulting from chronic workplace stress that has not been successfully managed

• However, Dr. V believes that burnout is not isolated to workplace stress

• Exhaustion

• Exhaustion can manifest in the feeling of a lack of motivation, detachment, and helplessness

• With burnout, you start having negative thoughts about your career and feel disconnected from your patients

• Dr. V takes care of the healthcare provider that takes care of everybody else

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• It’s not a dirty little secret, but there's no comprehensive way to assess where somebody is with burnout

• Reach out to Dr. V!

Tweetable Quotes

“There's a feeling inside of an individual that is present well before the road to burnout starts.”  - Dr. V

“​My vision for what I'm doing now is for you to be happy and healthy. And I want to normalize what we're feeling.” - Dr. V

“Life is short. And if the life that you're living today was over tomorrow, would you be happy with how you lived it.” - Dr. V

“Be truthful with yourself. Acknowledge if you are having some of these symptoms.”  Dr. V

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Burnout can affect anyone, including physicians. It’s a real problem and addressing it is the first path to recovery.

In this episode, Dr. V opens up about her own experience with burnout as a medical professional. She takes us through how she let her position consume her and realized that she was not living her best life. She encourages listeners to be honest with themselves, acknowledge their feelings, and seek help.

• Dr. V welcomes listeners

• Initially, Dr. V was focused on becoming a doctor and didn’t think about having a life outside of medicine

• She shares about her time in training and residency and how she realized that her expectations and reality were incongruent

• The pandemic highlighted the struggles medical professionals face every day

• Aside from patient care, they also have to do a lot of administrative work

• Dr. V takes care of the healthcare provider that takes care of everybody else

• Go to  https://officevisitswithdrv.com and click on the coaching tab to schedule a free discovery interview

• It took a long time for Dr. V to admit that something has to change

• Recognize your feelings and get comfortable with relying on others

• What to expect next episode?

“When I am trying to free people, I've got to tell my truth, which in turn helps you tell your truth. And once we tell the truth, that's where freedom is.” - Dr. V

“Some of this stuff is instinctual, right? If you keep ignoring those signals, you are potentially entering a space where you are not safe and it's not best for you.” - Dr. V

“My goal is to help [physicians] figure out what life looks like when it's in line with their values and how that feels to be free from that heavy, heavy burden.” - Dr. V

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Episode 1 - Meet Dr. V

Stop Physician Burnout by Dike Drummond 

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I am a busy doctor, wife and mother. Get to know me and why I love you so much that I wanted to create a podcast. My prayer is that something said on this podcast will get you started on a path to your optimal health and wellness.

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00:36 - This being the first episode of the Office visits with Dr. V podcast, Dr. V starts by outlining what inspired her to start the podcast. The fact that she wasn't sure about what to talk about didn't stop her from following her dream of starting a podcast. So, armed with her husband's advice, she decided to treat this podcast like a job interview and tackle issues she couldn't cover in a typical doctor's appointment.

02:08 - Every person's career journey is unique; Dr. V's journey is no different. Having taken a gap year before joining campus, she decided to work for a non-profit organization called the Public Allies. Dr. V admits that the real-life work experience she got while working with that organization helped her realize what she wanted to do with her life.

03:13 - Dr. V's mother was a pediatric nurse, and that's how she got to learn about the wonderful world of medicine. At one time during her teenage years, she stumbled upon four books about the human body. One of the books was about the reproductive process, which, to her, was like reading and watching porn. She was fascinated by how the human body works and the entire process of how a baby comes into being.

05:15 - There was a time during her undergrad days when Dr. V was faced with a situation which most people will view as somewhat awkward. One of her athlete friends struggled to put on a tampon, and Dr. V had to talk her through how best to put on a tampon. This experience helped her realize that women don't know a lot about their bodies. It was high time someone took the initiative to educate women about how unique their bodies are.

06:18 - When Dr. V got into private practice, she found out that some of her patients were having difficulties dealing with their mental and physical ailments. Although some patients could hardly afford a doctor's appointment, most, if not all of them wanted someone to listen to them. This, in turn, prompted Dr. V to become the doctor who gets to know her patients better before treating them. She describes that the talks she has before getting into a patient's problems help ease the room's tension and enhance that patient-doctor relationship.

09:35 - In this part of the conversation, Dr. V is not happy with how some women know very little about their bodies. Dr. V states that some women would book a doctor's appointment claiming to have an unhealthy vagina while it was just normal cervical mucus. Although Doctor Google can sometimes have misinformed diagnostics, Dr. V believes that it's always beneficial to know about some of the common issues women face.

12:14 - The medicine world is always changing to accommodate new strategies and information to help people live better lives. With the introduction of Lifestyle medicine, Dr. V found out that 80% of chronic ailments can be prevented by the mere shift in how we live. Although some conditions like age are things we cannot control, according to Dr. V, changing how we eat, drink, and exercise can significantly enhance our lives' quality.

15:15 - The pillars of health, as described by Dr. V, are nutrition, exercise, sleep, and connection. Although most people downplay the benefits of a great connection, having a good connection with your family or society can significantly improve the way you live. Dr. V goes on to applaud her husband, who has been of great help in her medicine journey.

17:40 - As a parting shot, Dr. V narrates how she has always been fascinated by the human body and just how great our bodies are. Just like everybody is unique, everyone has a different purpose in life. With that in mind, Dr. V explains that her purpose is to become an instrument that brings peace and purpose to people both for the body and soul. As an active member of her church and taking on the role of minister of health and wellness, she realized that helping people get well and live healthy lifestyles is what she calls her calling.

18:30 - Dr. V's message to you today is that God wants you to live a better life. Although you might sometimes be faced with situations out of your control, the things you can deal with should be dealt with accordingly. Your body has been designed to heal itself, but it can't do it on its own. So, go out there, live your life, and start embracing a healthy lifestyle.

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Postpartum Depression. Anxiety. Mental illness.  The shame and silence around these topics is heart breaking, especially when there is a way out.  Dr. V has an eye opening discussion with her friend and neuropsychiatrist, Dr. Samantha Suffren of Women's Transitional Healthcare in Charlotte, NC.  Dr. Suffren freely shares her encounter with postpartum depression and how to recognize when your unhappiness may be something more serious.  She also educates us on how to use the healthcare system to address our mental health needs. 

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Patients always ask me, “When should my daughter start going to the ob/gyn?” Or “she has _____ and I want her to see you.”  Most often, if your daughter has a gynecologic problem, her first stop should not be the Ob/Gyn.  It should be the pediatrician. This episode addresses the concerns my patients have about their daughters.  Three caring, compassionate pediatric providers answer our questions.  Join Tasha Dial, MD, Kirsten Goolsby, PA and Racquel Tonuzi, MD for an enlightening view into the health issues of our children.

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03:33 - Puberty can be a really confusing time for adolescents, especially girls. With this in mind, it’s extremely important to talk to your kids about puberty from a very young age. This makes them psychologically prepared for the changes that they will experience and makes it easier for them to open up on any issues they might encounter. Unfortunately, many parents don’t know how to talk about these issues with their kids, and that’s why Dr. V. invited three experts for this episode to talk you through the entire process. 

05:19 - Sadly, birth control automatically equals sex for most people. However, that’s far from the truth. From a medical perspective, birth control methods have two main uses, prevent pregnancy and take control of a woman’s menstrual cycle. Some girls experience horrendous menstrual cycles, which, for a teenager, can be overwhelming. So, if your child’s quality of life is being affected by her menses, it’s time you considered using some type of birth control.

12:20 - The pandemic has affected every aspect of our lives, yet we seem to forget a group of people that have also been severely affected, our kids. Sometimes parents rarely recognize that their kids are suffering from mental health issues until it’s too late. Dr. V. believes that responsible parents can never be too busy for their kids. It’s your duty as a parent to monitor your kids and look out for worrying signs such as withdrawal or self-harm. That said, always try and create a conducive environment to have those difficult conversations. And if your child approaches you with troubling topics, the least you can do is lend a listening ear. 

16:42 - We all know that puberty is characterized by several changes such as mood swings. So, how can parents differentiate and deal with puberty mood swings and depression-related mood swings? Dr. V. believes that mothers need to cultivate that unique mother-daughter relationship where girls can comfortably open up to their mothers. This way, you’ll be able to teach your daughters reasonable ways to articulate their frustrations and fears. Nonetheless, sometimes things can get a little tense, and it’s up to you to give your child time to cool off, which allows you to have meaningful conversations. 

20:09 - Even with its proven track record, some people are yet to adopt the HPV vaccine fully. This is because there are still a lot of misconceptions and lies surrounding the vaccine. The good news is that the past couple of years have witnessed a reduced number of cervical cancer cases. If you are the parent of a kid below the age of 15, make it a point to get him or her vaccinated. Vaccines act as preventive measures; thus, it would be best if you protected your kid while you still have control over their decisions. 

26:30 - Even though we all enjoy technological advancements, some aspects of technology, like social media, still need monitoring. Without the appropriate monitoring, your kids can and will consume content that we’d otherwise not tolerate. Even though you’d like to give your kids some privacy, it still makes sense to monitor the type of content they are into. Start by teaching them how to safely use the internet, and if possible, block some apps and websites on their phones. 

33:20 - Over the last two years, especially during lockdowns, the number of obese children has dramatically increased in the U.S. However, the problem has been with us ever since Michelle Obama was First Lady, and it will continue plaguing us unless we do something about it. Dealing with child obesity has to start with the type of foods we make available in our houses.

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Whisper stories are those experiences that we have but never share with anyone. They might be about a time when we were bullied, assaulted or something that happened in the past that we regret and need to let go of. Your whisper story doesn’t have to be publicized or written for publication for you to heal. Just getting it out will reduce its power and impact by helping you to see it differently because it doesn’t tell the truth about who you really are. Telling your story in a creative is the way to heal and reframe your narrative, release the burden from your shoulders and move on with your life. If the experience remains inside you, you are not going to live up to your potential because of the pain; hence it’s worth investigating what it is and how to get out of it. 

Join the conversation with Yolanda Grier, an artist, author, instructor, as she shares her whisper stories, how they impacted her life, and how she overcame them through creative art journaling. Yolanda is a creative healer and the host of The Creative Healing With Yolanda podcast. She creates a space for healing and fun through creativity by combining words, images, and color. Her mission is to teach others how to thrive through creativity, painting, journals, and OOAK makings. 

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During this episode, you will learn about;

[00:18] Introduction to the show 

[02:24] About our guest today, Yolanda Grier

[04:26] What are whisper stories and Yolanda's mission in that space

[06:24] Yolanda's whisper story at four years old   

[15:40] Yolanda’s second whisper story with her cousin at 17 years 

[20:26] Changing the narrative around childhood traumatic events 

[24:26] How depression showed up for Yolanda and how she dealt with it

[30:42] How Yolanda got out of her trauma and later became a creative healer 

[35:26] Getting into a space where you’re able to tell your story to people who deserve it 

[37:22] How Yolanda helps people and the ages of the women she works with

[43:48] Seeking professional help to reframe your experience and how Yolanda did it

[47:03] Art journaling and how Yolanda discovered she had been doing it for healing 

[50:29] Why Yolanda left her customer service job and how she became an art educator 

[55:44] How to tap into Yolanda's creative healing work and work with her

[58:31] Ending the show and call to action

• People's negative reactions don’t tell the truth about your story; they just reaffirm that it’s not meant for them.

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