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Dr. Eric Bloom is transforming physical therapy by bridging the critical gap between rehabilitation and wellness at his Arizona-based practice. After witnessing diminishing care quality throughout his 16-year career, he founded Bloom Performance and Rehab to create something revolutionary—a practice that maintains clinical excellence while building a sustainable business model.

"Medicine and wellness exist on the same spectrum," Dr. Bloom explains, highlighting the core philosophy driving his innovative approach. "If somebody's sick or injured, they're more medical-driven. Once they've passed that process, their medical care doesn't stop—it becomes wellness." This refreshing perspective challenges the reactive nature of traditional healthcare, where patients receive attention only when problems arise rather than receiving support to maintain their health.

The practice incorporates cutting-edge modalities like red light therapy, pulsed electromagnetic field therapy, and exercise with oxygen training—technologies with scientific foundations dating back decades but underutilized in clinical settings. What sets Dr. Bloom's approach apart is his commitment to data-driven care, establishing comprehensive baseline measurements before implementing these wellness modalities. "We don't know where you're going to go if we don't know where you're starting from," he notes, emphasizing the importance of measurable outcomes.

Perhaps most exciting is how Dr. Bloom has expanded beyond individual patient care into corporate wellness partnerships. By bringing preventative care directly to workforces—including healthcare institutions themselves—he's addressing a critical irony: providers often neglect their own wellbeing while caring for others. These partnerships demonstrate that wellness initiatives improve employee retention, reduce time off, and create healthier workplaces.

Dr. Bloom's vision extends to education as well. As clinical faculty at Tufts University, he's bridging what he sees as problematic gaps between academia, research, and clinical practice. By teaching students how to apply academic knowledge in real-world settings, he's preparing a new generation of providers who understand integrated, evidence-based approaches.

Ready to experience a healthcare approach that doesn't just fix problems but helps prevent them? Discover how physical therapy can be reimagined as part of your complete wellness journey by exploring what's possible when rehabilitation meets prevention.

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Guest: Dr. Eric Bloom, PT, DPT, OCS, Cert. SMT
Business: Bloom Performance and Rehab
📍 Location: Arizona, USA
📞 Phone: 480-357-6500
🌐 Website: https://www.bloomperformance.com
📧 Email: [email protected]
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-bloom-5aa35947/

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What happens when an Amazon operations expert applies tech industry principles to dental practices? Daniel Jimenez, founder and COO of Stride Dental Group, reveals how his engineering background has enabled him to transform dental operations through automation, data analysis, and robust protocols.

Daniel's journey from defense contractor to Amazon project manager to dental innovator offers a masterclass in cross-industry learning. "I come from a world where change happens at a million miles a minute," he explains, contrasting this with dentistry's traditional resistance to new processes. Yet this resistance creates opportunity—implementing basic technological solutions immediately positions Stride Dental ahead of competitors still relying on manual systems.

The conversation explores fascinating operational innovations, including AI-powered phone systems, automated insurance processing that eliminates manual check handling, and standardized protocols that maintain accountability while preserving each practice's unique character. "My focus is to free up my staff to be present with patients," Daniel explains, highlighting how technology supports rather than replaces the human experience.

Perhaps most impressive is Stride's data-driven approach to performance. By tracking metrics like production figures, referral sources, and treatment acceptance rates, they've achieved remarkable improvements—including raising one practice's periodontal diagnosis rate from 2% to 59% through proper protocols and patient education rather than aggressive sales tactics.

As Stride expands from four locations toward a goal of 10-15 practices, Daniel's blend of operational rigor and patient-centered philosophy offers valuable insights for healthcare leaders across specialties. Whether you're running a medical practice, managing a healthcare startup, or simply interested in how technology is transforming traditional industries, this conversation demonstrates how bringing fresh perspectives from outside healthcare can drive meaningful innovation from the inside.

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Daniel Jimenez
COO & Co-Founder, Stride Dental Group
📧 Email: [email protected]
🌐 Website: https://stridedentalgroup.com 
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/djimenez21/

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Brooke Buck's journey from solo practitioner to founder of an award-winning mental health practice offers a fascinating window into the challenges and triumphs of today's behavioral healthcare landscape.

Ten years after founding Cloudbreak Therapy in Alexandria, Virginia, Brooke has built a thriving practice with 14 staff members offering trauma-informed care across multiple states. Her approach balances clinical excellence with business savvy, especially when navigating the complex challenges facing small private practices today.

The emotional weight of trauma work combined with technology's blurring of professional boundaries has made clinician burnout a pressing concern. Brooke's practice addresses this through intentional boundary-setting, regular supervision, and creating a culture that values self-care. "We can't fix anyone," she emphasizes, highlighting how the "imposter syndrome" many therapists experience contributes to burnout.

When COVID struck, Cloudbreak quickly pivoted to telehealth while experiencing an uptick in demand. Today they maintain a hybrid model, recognizing that some clients—particularly children and those requiring higher levels of care—benefit most from in-person sessions, while telehealth remains essential for reaching rural populations.

Perhaps most revealing is Brooke's candid discussion of the financial realities facing insurance-based practices. Some insurers haven't increased reimbursement rates in eight years, effectively creating a 30% pay cut when adjusted for inflation. Despite this challenge, Cloudbreak remains committed to insurance accessibility while advocating for fair compensation through persistent value proposals and formal complaints.

Looking forward, Brooke is launching TheraGrace, a nonprofit aimed at funding therapy for individuals facing financial hardships. This initiative reflects her mission to dismantle barriers to mental healthcare while addressing growing demands for specialized services, particularly in ADHD and autism support.

Ready to explore innovative approaches to sustainable mental healthcare delivery? Listen now to gain actionable insights from a leader who's successfully balancing clinical excellence with business sustainability in today's complex healthcare environment.

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Name: Brooke Buck, MA, LPC, ADHD-CCSP
Role: Psychotherapist and Founder, Cloud Break Therapy + Cloud Break Kids
Website: www.cloudbreaktherapy.com
Email: [email protected]
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brooke-buck
Phone: 703.855.4330
States Licensed: VA, DC, MD, SC 

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What happens when speech therapists decide the standard approach to autism therapy isn't serving children properly? In this eye-opening conversation, Hayley and Jenna share how they created Adaptive Path, a revolutionary early childhood intervention program in Austin that's challenging the status quo.

The founders reveal how the explosion of Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) therapy—often prescribed at an exhausting 40 hours weekly for preschoolers—has created a system where parents must choose between intensive therapy or education for their autistic children. Their solution? A multidisciplinary approach that brings speech therapy, occupational therapy, and early childhood education together under one roof.

"Non-speaking doesn't mean non-learning," Hayley emphasizes, articulating their core philosophy that autistic children shouldn't have to "earn" their education by demonstrating neurotypical behaviors first. Their program maintains developmentally appropriate hours (8:30-2:30) with one-to-one support during typical preschool activities—combining the benefits of therapy with the essential social and educational experiences all children need.

The conversation explores how millennial parents are demanding more thoughtful, holistic approaches for their children, and how insurance-driven healthcare creates unexpected challenges for innovative practitioners. From navigating fire suppression system requirements to managing Gen Z employees, Hayley and Jenna offer a candid look at the entrepreneurial journey of building a mission-driven healthcare business.

Whether you're a parent exploring options for an autistic child, a healthcare professional seeking better models, or simply interested in how determined entrepreneurs can create positive change, this discussion provides valuable insights into the evolving landscape of neurodevelopmental support. Subscribe to hear more conversations with founders reshaping healthcare delivery for the better.

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Guests: 

• Haley Broocks, Co-Founder, Speech-Language Pathologist
• Jenna Kellog, Co-Founder, Clinical Operations Lead
  Organization: Adaptive Path
  Location: Austin, Texas
  Website: https://adaptive-path.com
  Email: [email protected]
   

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What happens when the "healthy one" in the friend group gets cancer? For Katrina Foe, it became the catalyst for a revolutionary approach to cancer care focusing not just on tumors, but on why they appear in the first place.

Katrina's story begins with her breast cancer diagnosis at 24 years old, despite already living what most would consider an exceptionally healthy lifestyle. She had moved states to raise her own animals, made everything from scratch, and avoided toxins—yet cancer still found her. This mystery launched her into the world of functional medicine and terrain theory, where she discovered a "perfect storm" of factors had overwhelmed her immune system: insulin resistance, estrogen dominance, thyroid issues, genetic methylation problems, mold exposure, parasites, and emotional stress from a toxic relationship.

Through our conversation, Katrina illuminates how the metabolic approach to cancer differs fundamentally from conventional care. "Their focus is make the tumor go away," she explains, "whereas with functional care we're looking at why the tumor is there." This perspective shift leads to comprehensive testing and personalized protocols addressing multiple root causes simultaneously. Most fascinating is how Katrina has solved the accessibility problem that plagues functional medicine—the high cost and limited practitioner availability. By creating a technology-powered group program, she provides personalized care at scale, where clients enter their lab results and receive customized protocols while benefiting from community support.

The revolution Katrina represents extends beyond cancer care. It reflects a broader cultural shift where patients increasingly question conventional approaches, seek deeper understanding of their conditions, and desire active participation in their healing. If you're curious about alternative approaches to chronic disease or how practitioners can scale personalized care, this episode offers valuable insights from someone who's both lived the journey and created innovative solutions to help others.

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Guest: Katrina Foe, BCHN, MRWP
Title: Board Certified Holistic Nutritionist, Certified Terrain Expert
Business: CancerFreedom.com
Book: NutritionalPilates.com 

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• Instagram: @katrinafoe
• Facebook: facebook.com/nutritional.pilates

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What happens when a fertility professional with both nursing expertise and bioethics training decides to build a family-focused business in an increasingly profit-driven industry? Mary Fusillo takes us behind the scenes of The Donor Solution, her boutique egg donor agency that has helped create over 1,100 families while maintaining ethical standards in a field increasingly dominated by private equity.

Mary's journey began in 1999 when egg donation was still finding its footing. Instead of the casual "ask someone down the hall" approach common at the time, she pioneered comprehensive 26-page donor profiles that captured everything from medical history to favorite childhood memories. This revolutionary approach ultimately led her to establish The Donor Solution in 2007 as a values-driven alternative in the fertility landscape.

The most fascinating aspect of Mary's work involves managing client expectations. She compassionately helps prospective parents understand that while DNA matters, they're getting a baby to love, not a guaranteed carbon copy of the donor. Using a brilliant Broadway understudy analogy, she illustrates how initial disappointment over genetic connections eventually fades as parents bond with their children. This nurturing approach stands in stark contrast to the "you can have it all" marketing prevalent in the industry.

The fertility field is experiencing dramatic transformation as private equity firms acquire clinics and agencies nationwide. Mary candidly discusses how this has led to inflated costs, questionable add-on services, and diminished quality of care. Yet despite having fewer marketing resources than corporatized competitors, The Donor Solution is experiencing record growth – proof that ethical practice resonates with families navigating reproductive choices.

Looking for guidance through the complex world of fertility options? Mary's compassionate, no-pressure approach might be exactly what you need. Her commitment to transparency and fair pricing offers a refreshing alternative to the often overwhelming fertility journey.

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Guest: Mary M. Fusillo, RN, BSN, MS
Title: CEO & Founder, The Donor Solution | Host of Eggsplanation Podcast
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (713) 827-0301
Website: www.familysolutionsinternational.com
Podcast: Eggsplanation (launching May 2025)
LinkedIn: Mary Fusillo LinkedIn (if confirmed)
Office Address: 717 Texas Ave., Suite 1200, Houston, TX 77002 

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What happens when a decorated special forces veteran faces certain death from complete autoimmune failure? For Nico Seedsman, founder of Odin Stem Cells, it became the catalyst for a revolutionary approach to regenerative medicine.

After 13 years of military service including over eight years in the SAS, Seedsman's body was breaking down catastrophically – broken bones, worn joints, nervous system failure, multiple active tropical viruses, and complete autoimmune shutdown. When doctors quietly suggested he had months to live, a serendipitous connection to stem cell therapy not only saved his life but completely regenerated his damaged body.

This transformative healing experience revealed a troubling gap: veterans who sacrifice their health in service have limited access to these life-changing therapies. Seedsman's mission evolved from creating a foundation to building Odin Stem Cells, a comprehensive ecosystem making regenerative medicine accessible, effective, and affordable.

The conversation explores how Odin differentiates itself through three core principles: safety with experienced practitioners, efficacy using only the highest quality non-replicated cells, and fair pricing that eliminates the predatory margins common in the industry. We witness how the regulatory landscape is evolving, with state-by-state legalization improving standards, while technological advances like exosomes dramatically enhance treatment outcomes.

What truly sets Odin apart, however, is their measure of success – not profit margins but healing metrics. Has the patient met their primary health goals? Were their top three objectives achieved? This patient-centered approach extends to offering multiple treatment plans at different price points, ensuring financial constraints don't automatically exclude individuals from care.

Seedsman's story represents a powerful intersection of personal trauma, scientific advancement, and ethical business practices. By prioritizing integrity and genuine outcomes over profit, Odin Stem Cells offers a glimpse into how healthcare might evolve when driven by those who have experienced both profound suffering and remarkable healing.

Have you considered how regenerative medicine might transform chronic health conditions that conventional medicine considers permanent? The possibilities may be more accessible than you realize.

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• Name: Nico Seedsman
• Title: CEO & Co-Founder, Odin Stem Cells
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: +1 689-202-4879
• Instagram: @niclonewolf
• LinkedIn: Nicholas Seedsman
• IMDb: Nico Seedsman

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What if psychiatric care was designed around how patients actually live and work? Dr. Jake Behrens, CEO and Medical Director of Envision ADHD, has spent a decade building just that—a telepsychiatry practice specifically crafted for busy professionals with ADHD who need effective treatment without healthcare friction.

Dr. Behrens takes us behind the scenes of his journey from institutional psychiatrist to healthcare innovator. The catalyst? Watching highly capable patients struggle not with their ADHD symptoms but with a healthcare system that forced them to miss work, schedule appointments weeks in advance, and physically collect paper prescriptions during business hours—precisely when they needed to be most productive.

The resulting practice model turns traditional psychiatry on its head. Through transparent pricing, online scheduling, comprehensive digital assessments, and membership-based care, Envision ADHD eliminates the arbitrary barriers that make consistency nearly impossible for those who need it most. "I want their focus to be on their work, on their work-life, home relationships," Dr. Behrens explains, "not on the day-to-day of how they keep up with their prescriptions."

Most revealing is Dr. Behrens' philosophy on what constitutes success. While traditional practices measure achievement through fully-booked calendars, he measures it through patient stability and minimal appointments—a sign that asynchronous care is working effectively. "The better I'm managing my patients, the more stable they are... I'm successful actually when I have a big practice but my schedule is open."

Whether you're a healthcare provider considering practice innovations, a patient frustrated by traditional care models, or a leader interested in how technology can transform service delivery, this episode offers practical insights into creating truly patient-centered care systems that benefit both providers and those they serve.

🧠 Dr. Jake Behrens – Founder & Psychiatrist, Envision ADHD 

Clinic Address:
Envision ADHD
1045 W. Glen Oaks Ln, Suite 205
Mequon, WI 53092, USA

Phone: +1 (262) 404-3878
Fax: +1 (414) 206-1041
Website: www.envisionadhd.com
Email: Contact via website form
Social Media: 

• Facebook: @EnvisionADHD
• LinkedIn: Jake Behrens

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The journey to reimagining healthcare often begins with personal experience. For Tamsin and her family at Avanti Home Care, it was caring for her stepfather through cancer that revealed the glaring gaps in traditional care services – rigid scheduling, standardized approaches, and a fundamental lack of personalization that failed to honor individual needs.

Six years after launching their family-run business, Avanti has established itself as a standout provider by building what Tamsin calls "the Avanti family" – a care model where both clients and caregivers are treated with equal consideration. Unlike corporate providers offering generic wellness perks, Avanti focuses on meaningful personal connections, one-on-one appraisals, and creating a workplace where staff feel genuinely valued. The results speak for themselves: while many care companies struggle with recruitment and retention, Avanti has pioneered successful international recruitment strategies with a remarkable 100% visa renewal rate.

Behind their operational success lies a deeper philosophy that challenges industry norms. Tamsin passionately advocates for recognizing caregivers as skilled professionals deserving fair compensation beyond minimum wage. Their in-house training center ensures every team member embodies their core values from day one. Yet maintaining this quality-focused approach isn't without challenges – inadequate funding from local authorities creates a constant financial balancing act, with suggested national rate increases of 17% being met with local authority increases of just 5-7%.

Looking ahead, Avanti plans to expand geographically while diversifying beyond local authority contracts. Their journey offers valuable lessons for anyone in healthcare, tech, or operations: that building something truly meaningful requires both unwavering human values and operational resilience. Connect with Avanti to learn more about their innovative approach to compassionate, tech-enabled care that's transforming lives one personalized relationship at a time.

 🎙️ Guest: Tamsin Johnson 

Role: HR Lead & Executive Administrator
Organization: Avanti Homecare
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tamsin-johnson-62200163 

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Website: www.avanti.care
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/avantihomecare
Phone: +44 (0)115 857 1001
Head Office:
The Cottage (Unit 10), Kensington Business Park,
Ilkeston, Derbyshire DE7 5NY, United Kingdom 

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Ever wondered how successful healthcare practices manage to provide exceptional care while navigating insurance constraints, staffing challenges, and changing patient expectations? In this revealing conversation, Kristen Berard, CEO of Midland and Freeland Sports Rehab and the Stretch Centre, shares the inner workings of building community-centered wellness spaces in Michigan.

Kristen's journey from criminal justice graduate to healthcare CEO offers a fascinating perspective on leadership in the wellness industry. Coming from outside the medical field has allowed her to focus on operational excellence while empowering clinicians to practice at the highest level. Her approach to building a multidisciplinary team—combining chiropractic, physical therapy, massage therapy, assisted stretching, and acupuncture under one roof—mimics professional sports teams' comprehensive care models, bringing elite-level treatment to everyday patients.

The conversation delves into post-pandemic shifts in healthcare delivery, with Kristen noting how her clinics adapted their hours while maintaining patient volume. She addresses the generational differences in workforce expectations, offering insights into mentoring young clinicians to balance work-life priorities while building sustainable careers. Perhaps most compelling is her candid discussion of the growing tension between insurance mandates and evidence-based care, and how her practice is strategically shifting to a 50/50 insurance-cash model to better serve patients.

Innovation stands at the center of Kristen's leadership approach. Her development of The Stretch Centre as both a patient retention tool and a licensable business model demonstrates how wellness practices can evolve beyond traditional treatment paradigms. By focusing on metrics that balance quality (reviews, patient satisfaction) with business health (collection percentages, visit averages), she's created a blueprint for sustainable growth in a challenging industry.

Ready to rethink your approach to healthcare delivery or wellness practice management? This episode offers practical insights from someone who's mastered the art of growing excellence while staying deeply connected to both providers and patients. Listen now and discover strategies you can implement in your own wellness journey—whether as a provider, practice owner, or health-conscious consumer.

🎙 Guest: Kristin Berard, CEO
Midland and Freeland Sports Rehab & Stretch Center, LLC 

📍 Location: Midland & Freeland, Michigan, USA
🌐 Website: www.midlandsportsrehab.com
📧 Email: [email protected]
📞 Phone (Clinic): +1 (989) 341-1070
📞 Phone (Stretch Center): +1 (989) 488-6420 

🔗 Connect with Kristin:
🔹 LinkedIn – Kristin Berard
🔹 https://www.facebook.com/Midland.FreelandSportsRehab
🔹 Instagram – @midland.freelandsportsrehab/