Burnout continues to impact physicians and advanced practice providers across every specialty.

In a recent episode of The Doc Lounge Podcast, we sat down with Kurtis Lee Thomas, founder of the Just Breathe Foundation, to discuss simple, effective daily practices clinicians can use to manage stress and protect their mental wellbeing.

This conversation focuses on practical tools physicians and APPs can realistically use during a busy day, including:
• How breathwork helps regulate the nervous system
• Why stress is stored in the body and how breathing can release it
• Easy breathing techniques that can be done between patients, after call, or during high-pressure moments
• Small daily habits that can help reduce burnout without adding more to an already full schedule

Caring for others starts with caring for yourself. This episode offers approachable strategies that support focus, resilience, and long-term sustainability in healthcare careers.

Learn more at the Just Breathe Foundation: https://www.justbreathe.org/about-us

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n this episode of The Doc Lounge Podcast, host Stacey Doyle sits down with Dr. Tracy Gapin, board-certified urologist, founder, and CEO of the Gapin Institute for Precision Medicine, to explore how men can unlock true longevity, performance, and purpose.

After decades in traditional medicine, Dr. Gapin hit burnout and transformed both his health and his career. Now a leading expert in men’s health optimization, he helps high-performing entrepreneurs, executives, and athletes achieve lasting energy, focus, and vitality through precision medicine, advanced diagnostics, hormone optimization, and epigenetics.

In this conversation, you’ll learn:

How Dr. Gapin transitioned from surgery to men’s health innovation

What “healthspan equals wealthspan” really means — and how it impacts success

The critical diagnostic markers every man should know (ApoB, free T, VO₂ max, and more)

The role of wearable tech in tracking stress, sleep, and recovery

How epigenetics can “reprogram” your body for performance and longevity

Why prioritizing sleep might be the single most powerful health habit

Dr. Gapin also shares practical, science-backed steps you can take today to elevate your health, energy, and productivity — no matter your age or career stage.

Learn more:

GapinInstitute.com — Precision health optimization for men

PeakLaunchMD.com — Helping physicians build modern precision medicine practices

Timestamps:
00:00 – Intro: Meet Dr. Tracy Gapin
02:00 – From Urologist to Health Optimization Leader
05:00 – Healthspan = Wealthspan
07:30 – Advanced Diagnostics Every Man Should Know
11:00 – Wearable Tech & Data-Driven Performance
15:00 – The Power of Epigenetics
18:40 – Building a Career Around Precision Medicine
20:00 – Sleep: The Most Underrated Health Habit
21:30 – Final Takeaways

In this episode of The Doc Lounge Podcast, Stacey Doyle dives into a fascinating and often overlooked aspect of longevity and performance: hearing health.

Our guest, Dr. Ben Thompson, is an audiologist and founder of Treble Health, where he’s helped more than 5,000 patients improve their hearing and overcome tinnitus through an evidence-based yet biohacker-friendly approach. His work bridges sound therapy, cognitive retraining, and the latest in hearing technology to not only improve hearing—but also enhance focus, reduce stress, and support long-term brain health.

Topics Covered:

The powerful connection between hearing loss, tinnitus, and cognitive decline

How hearing health plays a vital role in dementia prevention

Modern breakthroughs in AI-powered hearing aids and sound therapy

Dr. Thompson’s unique “brain retraining” approach for tinnitus relief

Simple habits to protect your hearing and preserve cognitive performance

The rise of teleaudiology and how Treble Health is expanding nationwide

Whether you’re a healthcare professional, a longevity enthusiast, or simply curious about optimizing your brain and body, this episode offers actionable insight into one of the most underestimated pillars of health.

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In this episode of The Doc Lounge Podcast, host Stacey Doyle sits down with Dr. Michael R. Scoma, a board-certified infectious disease specialist whose practice spans NYU Langone Health, Lenox Hill Hospital, and boutique private offices in Long Island and Manhattan’s Upper East Side.

Dr. Scoma opens up about his journey from following in his father’s footsteps to leading a modern infectious disease practice that blends academic rigor with deeply personalized patient care. He discusses complex conditions like Lyme disease, chronic viral infections, and long COVID, and explains why many of these “invisible illnesses” remain misunderstood and under-researched.

Throughout the conversation, Dr. Scoma offers rare insight into:
✅ How chronic tick-borne and post-viral syndromes mirror one another
✅ Why telemedicine has become essential for reaching home-bound patients worldwide
✅ The challenges and rewards of maintaining independence in private practice
✅ The future of infectious disease care — from AI-driven models to gene-based treatments
✅ His upcoming research collaboration with Mount Sinai’s CORE Lab on long COVID

If you’ve ever wondered what’s really happening behind the headlines on chronic infections and long COVID, this episode delivers a compelling mix of science, empathy, and innovation.

Watch, learn, and subscribe for more conversations with thought-leaders shaping the future of healthcare.

Guest: Dr. Michael R. Scoma
www.drmichaelscoma.com

In this episode of The Doc Lounge Podcast, Stacey sits down with Justin Montgomery, founder of ProCourse Start and a former ER nurse practitioner who built an eight-figure continuing education business from his clinical expertise.

Justin knows the reality many physicians and APPs face: long hours, rising burnout, and the limits of trading time for money. He shares how he turned his hard-earned medical knowledge into scalable CE courses—creating income, impact, and freedom outside of traditional practice.

You’ll learn:

How physicians and APPs can monetize their clinical expertise without more shifts or call

Why social media followers don’t equal revenue—and the smarter path to growth

Three CE business models—and which ones scale fastest to seven and eight figures

How to build trust and authority that attracts learners and drives sales

The most common mistakes clinicians make when launching a CE business—and how to avoid them

If you’ve ever wondered how to leverage your medical knowledge into a new revenue stream while still making a difference, this conversation will open your eyes to what’s possible.

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Struggling to grow your medical practice, wellness clinic, or med spa? In this episode of The Doc Lounge Podcast, host Stacey Doyle sits down with Sean Garner — entrepreneur, marketing strategist, and CEO of Sean Garner Consulting — to break down marketing that actually works for healthcare providers.

Sean shares proven strategies to:

• Build a sales funnel that converts prospects into loyal patients for life

• Craft patient-focused messaging that connects beyond clinical terms

• Leverage SEO and Google reviews to dominate local search results

• Prepare for the future of AI search and answer engine optimization

•Launch or expand your private practice or functional medicine clinic with confidence

• Increase repeat visits through retention strategies, memberships, and CRM tools

Whether you’re a physician, NP, PA, or healthcare entrepreneur, this conversation will help you cut through marketing noise, avoid costly mistakes, and position yourself as the go-to provider in your community.

Free Resource: Get Sean’s Review Script for providers here → https://www.seangarner.co/doclounge

In this episode of The Doc Lounge Podcast, host Stacey Doyle talks with Dirk Soenksen, Co-Founder and CEO of Ceresti Health, about how his company is transforming dementia care through an innovative, tech-enabled platform that empowers family caregivers—at no cost to the patient or caregiver.

Dirk reveals why dementia is the second most expensive condition in Medicare, how traditional care models fall short, and how Ceresti’s caregiver-centric approach is reducing avoidable hospitalizations by over 50%. Learn about the CMS GUIDE Model (Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience) and how it supports value-based care with scalable, remote-first solutions.

This episode is essential listening for physicians, healthcare administrators, and families impacted by dementia—offering real-world strategies and hope for managing care at home with dignity, confidence, and support.

Topics Covered:

Why dementia is a hidden crisis in Medicare claims data

Ceresti Health’s no-cost, no-risk model for families

How caregiver activation improves outcomes

CMS GUIDE Model and new reimbursement pathways

50%+ reduction in preventable hospitalizations

How to access the program and self-refer

Learn more: ceresti.com

If you found this episode helpful, like, comment, and subscribe for more conversations on healthcare innovation.

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In this powerful episode, host Stacey Doyle welcomes Dr. Jason Giles, a board-certified addiction medicine specialist, bestselling author of Outsmart Your Addiction, and founder of Addiction Doctors, a leading telemedicine platform. With over 20 years of experience—and his own journey through addiction and recovery—Dr. Giles offers rare insight into the world of substance use disorders, physician burnout, and the evolving future of telemedicine-based detox care.

Tune in as Dr. Giles shares:

His transition from anesthesiologist to addiction expert

Personal lessons from overcoming fentanyl addiction

How telehealth is transforming access to treatment

Why the smartest, most sensitive people often fall into addiction—and how to help them out

Steps for physicians and healthcare providers struggling with substance use

Strategies to improve patient retention and comfort in detox programs

A must-listen for healthcare providers, hospital leaders, and anyone touched by addiction, this episode challenges stigma, empowers change, and shines light on the human side of medicine.

In this episode of The Doc Lounge Podcast: Provider’s Perspective, host Stacey Doyle sits down with Dr. Emma Jones, a hospice and palliative care physician, former pediatric oncologist, mentor, and author of The Phoenix Blueprint. Drawing from her deeply personal experience with physician burnout, Dr. Jones opens up about how the pressures of modern medicine nearly consumed her—and how she rose from the ashes with purpose, presence, and practical healing.

We explore the emotional toll of palliative care, the myth of the self-sacrificing doctor, and the importance of setting boundaries, finding rest, and reconnecting with your “why.” Dr. Jones shares insights from yoga philosophy, the power of mindfulness, and how physicians can become lighthouses in their own communities by showing up with compassion—without losing themselves in the process.

Whether you’re a physician on the brink of burnout or simply seeking to practice medicine with more balance and intention, this episode offers an honest, uplifting roadmap to reclaiming joy and resilience in healthcare.

In this Ask the Expert episode of The Doc Lounge Podcast, host Stacey Doyle sits down with Attorney Kevin S. Little, founder of Little Health Law, to explore the most pressing legal issues physicians and healthcare providers face today. With over 15 years of experience exclusively in healthcare provider law, Kevin shares expert insights on topics including medical board investigations, professional license defense, compliance strategies, employment contract negotiations, and third-party payer disputes.

Kevin explains how his firm helps providers proactively avoid legal pitfalls, especially when navigating complex areas like med spas, pain management clinics, and scope of practice laws. He offers practical advice on defending against medical board actions, understanding non-compete agreements, and staying ahead of regulatory changes that can impact a medical practice.

Physicians will gain clarity on when to seek legal counsel, the importance of billing compliance, and how to approach contract disputes with healthcare systems or insurers. Whether you're a seasoned provider or just starting your practice, this episode is packed with must-know legal tips to protect your career and ensure long-term success in today’s evolving healthcare landscape.