The Genesis Healthcare Center Podcast

Get to know Melissa Trinidad, PA-C, the newest provider at Genesis Healthcare! In this welcoming conversation with Joseph K. Reid, II, PA-C, Melissa Trinidad, PA-C shares her journey from exercise physiology and health coaching to raising a family and pursuing her longtime calling to medicine.

Hear how those experiences shaped her passion for healthy aging, patient education, and understanding the root causes of health concerns. Together, they explore how the Genesis membership model creates more time to listen, build relationships, and help patients work toward their individual health goals.

Learn more or book an appointment at thegenesisdifference.com.

In the final episode of our three-part series on fasting, Joe Reid sits down with his son, Holden Reid, to explore fasting from a spiritual perspective.

They discuss why fasting has been practiced throughout Scripture, how physical hunger can become a reminder to pray, and why denying ourselves can expose the things that may have more control over us than we realize.

From food and screens to comfort, abundance, and distraction, Joe and Holden challenge us to ask a deeper question: What is keeping us from living fully for the purpose God has given us?

This conversation brings the series full circle—connecting physical, psychological, and spiritual health and examining how fasting can help us slow down, refocus, practice self-denial, and recognize our dependence on God.

Learn more about Genesis Healthcare and begin your journey toward optimal health at thegenesisdifference.com.

In Part 1 of a three-part series on fasting, Joseph K. Reid, II, PA-C and J.C. Justice III, PA-C explore the physical and metabolic reasons for fasting.

They break down what actually happens inside the body as a fast progresses, including insulin response, ketosis, fat metabolism, autophagy, hydration and electrolytes, and why giving the body time away from constant food intake can support metabolic health and recovery. They also discuss practical ways to begin fasting without jumping straight into an extended fast, the role of continuous glucose monitors, and why small, sustainable changes often matter more than chasing a quick fix.
This is the physical side of fasting. In the other episodes in this series, we’ll explore the mental and spiritual reasons for fasting as part of a bigger conversation about whole-person health.

Ready to experience a different approach to healthcare? Visit thegenesisdifference.com to learn more about Genesis Healthcare.

What if your business could give employees better access to healthcare while also creating a benefit that helps attract and retain great people?

In this episode of the Genesis Healthcare Podcast, JC, PA-C, sits down with Christy Torbett, Genesis Group Plans Specialist, to break down how Genesis group memberships work for businesses of every size from companies with just a few employees to organizations with 100 or more.

They discuss how employees gain direct access to their Genesis provider, 24/7 communication for urgent needs, same-day care, preventative care, labs, referrals, prescriptions, and more, all without the typical copays and long waits associated with traditional healthcare.

JC and Christy also explain how some businesses pair a Genesis membership with a high-deductible or catastrophic insurance plan, giving employees access to everyday care through Genesis while potentially reducing overall healthcare costs for the employer.

Whether you’re looking for a healthcare benefit for two employees or an entire workforce, Genesis Group Plans can be customized around the needs of your business.

Learn more or request a custom quote at thegenesisdifference.com.

In this episode of the Genesis Healthcare Podcast, Joseph K. Reid II, PA-C, and Meg Ellis, PA-C, look back on nearly two decades of working together and the evolution of Genesis Healthcare Center.

From the early days of a small practice to the transition away from the traditional healthcare model, Joe and Meg share why Genesis was built differently. They discuss the pressures of conventional medicine, the importance of truly knowing and listening to patients, and how the membership model has created the time and freedom to focus on what matters most: helping people pursue optimal health.

This is the story behind Genesis, the philosophy that shaped it, and why they believe healthcare can be better.

Ready to experience healthcare differently? Visit thegenesisdifference.com to learn more about becoming a Genesis member.

Join Joe Reid, PA-C, and Heather Bishop, PA-C, for a candid conversation about one of the most common topics in healthcare: weight loss.

In this episode, they discuss why the number on the scale doesn't tell the whole story, how accountability can change everything, and why sustainable habits matter more than quick fixes. From protein-first nutrition and intermittent fasting to hydration, mineral balance, and the proper use of GLP-1 medications, Joe and Heather share the practical strategies they use every day to help patients achieve lasting results.

If you've ever felt frustrated by dieting, confused about weight loss medications, or wondered why you can't seem to keep the weight off, this episode offers a different perspective: pursue optimal health first, and let weight loss become the side effect.

Topics include:

• Why Genesis focuses on optimal health, not just weight loss
• Accountability and the power of food journaling
• GLP-1s: benefits, misconceptions, and best practices
• Building muscle and protecting long-term health
• Protein-first meals and intermittent fasting
• Hydration, minerals, and food quality
• Creating sustainable lifestyle changes that actually last

Listen now and discover why taking control of your health doesn't have to feel like a prison sentence, it can be the freedom you've been looking for.

Visit thegenesisdifference.com to learn more about Genesis Healthcare Center and begin your journey toward optimal health. 

Fasting is about more than food.

In Part 1 of this three part series, Joseph K. Reid II, PA-C is joined by psychotherapist, keynote speaker, and host of the Phoenix and Flame podcast, Dana Skaggs, to explore the mental side of fasting. Together, they discuss why food cravings are often driven by emotion instead of true hunger, what "food noise" really is, and practical ways to build healthier habits that support lasting change. 

This conversation lays the foundation for understanding how our thoughts, emotions, and daily habits influence the choices we make and why lasting health begins long before the first meal.

In this episode:

• Why fasting begins with a decision, not a meal
• The psychology behind food cravings and emotional eating
• How to quiet "food noise"
• Building habits that support long term success
• Why sustainable change starts with small, consistent steps 

Dana Skaggs is a psychotherapist, keynote speaker, executive coach, and host of the Phoenix and Flame podcast, where she helps high performers overcome burnout, build healthy boundaries, and develop emotional resilience. 

This is Part 1 of our three part series on the mental, physical, and spiritual impact of fasting.

Learn more about Genesis Membership Healthcare at thegenesisdifference.com.

For years, hormone replacement therapy has been surrounded by fear, confusion, and outdated information. But what if much of what we've been told simply isn't true?

In this episode of the Genesis Healthcare Podcast, Joseph K. Reid, II, PA-C and Meg Ellis, PA-C unpack the modern evidence behind hormone replacement therapy (HRT), why perceptions changed after the Women's Health Initiative, and what today's research tells us about women's health.

They discuss:

• Why hormone therapy became so controversial
• What the latest research actually shows
• Common signs of hormone imbalance that are often overlooked
• Why hormones are about far more than hot flashes
• The connection between hormones, weight, mood, sleep, joint pain, and overall health
• How nutrition, exercise, GLP-1 medications, and hormone optimization work together
• Why treating symptoms without addressing the root cause often falls short

Whether you're approaching perimenopause, menopause, or simply wondering if hormones could be affecting how you feel, this conversation offers practical insight into a rapidly evolving area of medicine.

To learn more about Genesis Healthcare or schedule an appointment, visit thegenesisdifference.com.

Health insurance is one of the most confusing and frustrating parts of modern healthcare—but understanding your options can make a significant difference for your family, your business, and your long-term health.

In this episode, Joe Reid sits down with Andrew Darlington, of Veritas Insurance, to unpack the realities of today's health insurance landscape. Together, they discuss employer-sponsored plans, marketplace coverage, health-sharing ministries, Farm Bureau plans, HSAs, direct primary care, and the challenges facing both patients and business owners as healthcare costs continue to rise.

Andrew brings nearly three decades of experience in the insurance industry and offers practical insights into how individuals and employers can make more informed healthcare decisions. The conversation also explores the role of direct primary care in improving access, strengthening patient-provider relationships, and helping families navigate healthcare with greater confidence and clarity.

Whether you're a business owner evaluating employee benefits, a family trying to understand your healthcare options, or someone looking for a better way to manage your health, this episode provides valuable perspective on one of the most important decisions you'll make.

Learn more about Genesis Healthcare at thegenesisdifference.com.

What actually happens to your body during a fast? Why do sugar cravings feel impossible to break? And is fasting really healthy or just another trend?

In this episode of the Genesis Healthcare Podcast, Joe Reid, II, PA-C and Ben Ezell, PA-C break down the practical, physiological, and even spiritual side of fasting. They discuss metabolic health, insulin resistance, inflammation, intermittent fasting, extended fasting, glucose spikes, cravings, nutrition, and why so many people feel exhausted despite constantly eating.

This conversation is not about crash dieting or quick fixes. It’s about understanding how the body works, using food as fuel, and learning practical ways to improve overall health.

Topics include:

• Intermittent fasting vs extended fasting
• Sugar cravings and blood glucose spikes
• GLP-1 medications and weight loss
• Continuous glucose monitors (CGMs)
• Metabolic health and inflammation
• Breaking a fast correctly
• Protein, carbs, hydration, and electrolytes
• Whole foods and lifestyle habits
• The spiritual discipline of fasting

Learn more about Genesis Healthcare at

www.thegenesisdifference.com