The NPRD

Lauren Adler Dear, MS, RDN, is an expert in eating disorders and gastroenterology practicing in the greater Boston area. In this episode we cover gastroparesis and POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome) and their relationship to those with eating disorders. We also hear about EDGItraining.com.This is an incredible up and coming resource for eating disorder registered dietitians looking to learn more about the co-occurence gastrointestinal diseases.

My daughter, Eve, age 10, joins us again, this time in the studio with Jordan Rich. We discuss an experience Eve had around being labeled because of her body size and shape. Robyn, Jordan and Eve talk about how to handle these tough situations.

Dr. Daniel Brenner, Founder and medical Director at Cambridge Biotherapies, takes us further into ketamine assisted psychotherapy (KAP) and how this works adjunctively for patients struggling with eating disorders and concomitant depression, anxiety, and trauma. Dan has been at the forefront of this treatment, and others such as MDMA and psilocybin – both soon to be available in Massachusetts –  as they continue to change the course of treatment for so many.

We welcome Amy Boyers, PhD, and Fiona Larosa Waters, BS, of Galen Hope and delve into their philosophy on what has been termed ‘treatment resistant’. We discuss better ways to serve patients –  and clinicians –  leaning away from use of this language and instead recognizing the need to pivot care and reframe treatment inclusive of symptoms and wellness.

The National Alliance for Eating Disorders (formerly The Alliance for Eating Disorders Awareness), led by Johanna Kandel, joins us to speak to Not One More Weekend, this weekend, February 24, 25, 26, 2023, around their pillars of help, support and recovery. Listen in to hear all about this weekend’s upcoming events understanding support is available and accessible regardless of where you are nationally or across the world.

Our 30th podcast is a very special one! We are joined by Dr. Diana Lemly of MassGeneral Hospital who’s practice focuses on eating disorders. She is triple boarded in internal medicine, adult and pediatric care. She has created a new clinic at MGH, providing specialized medical care for adolescents and adults with eating disorders, and she enjoys collaborating with therapists, dietitians and other physicians throughout the region. She also works with Equip Health, providing evidence-based, virtual eating disorder care.

Join Adrien Paczosa, RD, LD, CDERD-S, as she traverses us through her journey from running a large private practice employing dietitians to becoming Chief Clinical Officer of Nourish. Nourish is a telehealth company of dietitians, taking insurances, treating folks from across the nation within a weight inclusive lens. This episode is a must listen for nutrition and telehealth entrepreneurs.

Join Kathy Kates, FNP, Melissa Hines PT, DPT, also both women entrepreneurs, as we discuss their three amazing businesses including The Institute for Pelvic Health, Wellest Integrative Health, and WomanNPPlease. We also begin to delve into the intersection of the pelvic floor and eating disorders and our collaboration together as clinicians for our patients.

TheNPRD includes work life balance. My daughter Eve, age 10, joins me today and shares wisdom she has learned living with an NPRD Mom. Today’s podcast pertains to clinicians and patients. Get a glimpse of how we impart walking the walk and talking the talk in our home.

Amy Gardner, MS, CEDRD, RYT

Amy Gardner, MS, CEDRD, RYT, is a certified eating disorder registered dietitian and yoga teacher.