Dr. Joshua Schacter, a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who performed over 15,000 surgeries, chose to walk away from the traditional medical model.

We talked about why he made that decision and what he’s doing now to help patients heal without relying on surgery, bone medications, or steroid injections. Dr. Schacter’s story is personal, powerful, and eye-opening — especially for women dealing with joint pain and osteoporosis.

What I love about his approach is that it aligns so closely with what I teach: bone loss is not just a number on a scan. It’s a metabolic, inflammatory, and hormonal issue that requires a whole-body, root-cause solution.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why surgery and bone medications are often used too soon—and the risks they carry
• How bioidentical hormone therapy (BHRT) can help protect your joints, muscles, and bones
• The surprising connection between gut health, inflammation, and bone loss
• How to shift from symptom management to true healing
• The role of strength training in maintaining bone density and aging strong
  
  

What We Talked About:

• Dr. Schacter’s personal story and shift to functional orthopedics
• Why bisphosphonates like Fosamax may not prevent fractures
• The long-term dangers of steroid injections
• The gut-bone connection and how to address it
• BHRT as a powerful tool for postmenopausal bone health
• The power of muscle and movement for aging with confidence
  
  

 
Let’s Stay Connected:

Debi Robinson

Website: https://www.debirobinson.com

Instagram: @debirobinsonwellness

Dr. Joshua Schacter

Website: https://pinnaclesportsmedicine.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pinnacleintegrativeorthopedics/