The Med List

Family caregiving can be one of the most meaningful—and most overwhelming—roles a person will ever take on. In this episode, we’re joined by Barry J. Jacobs, PsyD, a nationally recognized clinical psychologist, family therapist, and longtime caregiver advocate. For the past 11 years, Barry has been the trusted family caregiving columnist for AARP.org, where he has guided millions with his compassionate expertise. He is also the author and coauthor of several influential caregiving books, including his newest release, The AARP Caregiver Answer Book (Guilford, 2025).

Listen in as Barry shares both professional insights and personal experiences from his own journey caring for parents with Alzheimer’s and dementia. You’ll learn about the emotional realities caregivers face, strategies to maintain resilience, and resources that offer real help and hope.

We also highlight Barry’s work with the Well Spouse Association, Health Management Associates, and his dedication to supporting caregivers nationwide. Whether you are caring for a loved one now, or want to better understand the challenges caregivers face, this episode provides compassionate, expert-level answers.

Between 2019 and 2025, a groundbreaking multi-year analysis uncovered just how much value is hidden in the medications that often go to waste—and how reclaiming them transforms lives. In this episode, we explore the ripple effect of medication recovery programs like RemediChain. From patients who gain access to costly treatments at no charge, to insurers who save when patients can stick to their regimens, to families relieved from the crushing financial weight of diseases like cancer—the impact is far-reaching. We also take a closer look at what kinds of drugs are most frequently wasted, revealing unique insights into cancer treatment trends and the hidden costs of our healthcare system.

In this episode, we sit down with Kellie Hamilton, BSN, RN, HN—surgical intensive care nurse and holistic nutrition coach—to explore how clinical expertise and plant-based nutrition can work together to improve health. Kellie shares how she helps busy individuals lower their BMI, improve lab values, and prevent or manage chronic disease through sustainable lifestyle changes. She also dives into practical strategies you can use in and out of the kitchen to make lasting improvements in your own health.

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In this episode, Senior Living Advisor and educator Laurie Cashman shares her journey from leading an assisted living community to teaching gerontology and psychology in the classroom. With over 25 years of experience in senior care, education, and advocacy, Laurie offers practical insights on navigating senior living decisions, supporting loved ones with dementia, and finding compassionate ways to approach life’s later chapters.

Dr. John Hsu, an anesthesiologist and entrepreneur, will share with us his groundbreaking work on reducing the harm of opioids and pain treatment.  Learn more about innovative measures to reduce opioid addiction before it can become an addiction.

Hearing is an important part of your healthcare visits and how patients learn about their health conditions and instructions for best outcomes. What happens when there is difficulty in hearing? 

Dr. Dung Trinh is a nationally recognized leader in brain health and preventive medicine, but his work stretches far beyond the clinic. As founder of TongueOut and a champion for global medical missions, Dr. Trinh shares how he's combining science, service, and entrepreneurship to bring healing to underserved communities around the world. From treating Alzheimer’s locally to disaster zones abroad, this conversation is a reminder that healthcare is most powerful when it’s human, hopeful, and holistic.

In this episode, we’re joined by Eric Arzubi, MD — psychiatrist, mental health advocate, and CEO of Frontier Psychiatry. Dr. Arzubi shares how his team is transforming mental health care through strategic collaboration, cutting-edge telepsychiatry, and a deep commitment to serving rural communities. From provider training to innovative care models, discover how Frontier Psychiatry is removing barriers and expanding access where it’s needed most. Learn more at frontier.care

Join us for a conversation with Jeff Harrell, PharmD — CEO of Cascadia Pharmacy Group and President of the NCPA — as we explore how community pharmacies are reshaping healthcare delivery. With over 40 locations across the Pacific Northwest, Jeff shares how independent pharmacies are expanding services, bridging rural care gaps, and driving innovation through collaboration. From sustainable reimbursement to creative partnerships, this episode unpacks the future of pharmacy at the frontlines of patient care.

In this episode, we sit down with Cynthia Austin, NBC-HWC, whose journey from debilitating chronic pain to healing and hope is nothing short of powerful. Once walking with a cane and unable to work for over 15 years, Cynthia found lasting relief by learning how the brain and nervous system create pain. Now a nationally board-certified health and wellness coach and founder of My Pain Coach, LLC, she helps others do what she once thought was impossible—change their experience with pain. If you're looking for real hope and practical insight, this conversation is for you.