Health and Home with the Hippocratic Hosts

On our Season 5 finale, we’re talking about parenting styles. What are the most common types, and how can you determine what your main style is? Are those social media posts on parenting based on science, or just passing fads? And how can parents navigate this pressure to conform to the right parenting style … after all, is there a right one? Keep listening to find out! As always, thanks so much to all of you for your incredible support; we'll be back this summer with Season 6! Support the show ************************************* Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X and Pinterest! And we'd love it (and you, forever) if you subscribe to our show and review us in Apple Podcasts ... it helps other people like you find the show! Thanks for listening and chat again soon!

On this episode, we’re getting an intro lesson on traveling with credit card points. Do you see friends taking amazing trips on points and wonder how on earth they’re doing it? Think the only way to do it is by racking up debt? Or are you interested but have no idea where to start? Our guest today is a points travel expert who wants us all to get excited about a new way to look at traveling the world. Devon Gimbel, MD, is a double-board-certified physician and founder and owner of Point Me To First Class, a business that helps employed professionals, entrepreneurs, and business owners earn tons of credit card points to travel the world in luxury. She believes that your expenses are your greatest asset - if you know how to leverage them. She is on a mission to change the face of first class travel and help thousands of women travel more, travel better, and travel often using credit card points. She lives in the Chicago area with her husband and two children. Of course, we are not financial professionals and this is not financial advice; this episode and any related content is for informational purposes only in order to share some exciting possibilities! Support the show ************************************* Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X and Pinterest! And we'd love it (and you, forever) if you subscribe to our show and review us in Apple Podcasts ... it helps other people like you find the show! Thanks for listening and chat again soon!

On this episode, we have the latest in our Mothers in Politics series! We’re talking with Dr. Akilah Weber, a physician, mom, and California state assemblymember. She shares how she pivoted from full-time clinical practice to running for office. How did her unique family story impact her career choices, and what perspective does she have for other parents or doctors considering politics? Listen now to hear her advice! Dr. Akilah Weber, MD began her political career as a City Councilmember in La Mesa, California and, since 2021, she has represented California’s 79th district in the state assembly. Dr. Weber completed her residency in Obstetrics & Gynecology at Chicago Cook County Hospital and her fellowship in Pediatric & Adolescent Gynecology at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital. She lives in La Mesa, California with her two boys. Support the show ************************************* Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X and Pinterest! And we'd love it (and you, forever) if you subscribe to our show and review us in Apple Podcasts ... it helps other people like you find the show! Thanks for listening and chat again soon!

On this episode, we’re bringing you our very first Hippocratic Hosts holiday gift guide! Ready to make your loved ones’ day when they tear off that wrapping paper? Want to know what life-changing, creative, or just plain fun items these doctor-moms have loved getting or receiving? Every one of these gift ideas is something we have personally enjoyed ourselves, so keep listening and get your holiday shopping checked off your list! Support the show ************************************* Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X and Pinterest! And we'd love it (and you, forever) if you subscribe to our show and review us in Apple Podcasts ... it helps other people like you find the show! Thanks for listening and chat again soon!

On this episode, we’re talking about personality tests. What exactly do they measure, how are they being used by individuals and in the workplace, and are they really backed up by science? We’ll dig into some of the most common tests, and you’ll find out our personality types! Plus, our latest hack will have you seeing green ... in more than one way! Support the show ************************************* Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X and Pinterest! And we'd love it (and you, forever) if you subscribe to our show and review us in Apple Podcasts ... it helps other people like you find the show! Thanks for listening and chat again soon!

On this episode, we have Part 2 of our two-parter exploring lifestyle medicine. How does health equity play into being able to put these principles into practice? How can we overcome barriers to resources? And does any of this really make a difference to our health? We’re back with Dr. Mahima Gulati to talk about all that and more. And if you missed it, catch Part 1 in Episode 59! Mahima Gulati, MD is triple-board-certified in Endocrinology, Internal Medicine, and Lifestyle Medicine. She is an Associate Professor of Medical Sciences at Quinnipiac University and a locum tenens physician at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield, MA. She currently sits on the Board of Directors of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, where she also serves as Chair of the Endocrinology Member Interest Group and previously served as a subcommittee co-chair of the ACLM’s Women’s Health Member Interest Group. She has been an invited speaker at numerous regional, national, and international conferences, and has published several journal articles and textbook chapters on both endocrinology and lifestyle therapeutic approaches. She lives in Connecticut with her family. Support the show ************************************* Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X and Pinterest! And we'd love it (and you, forever) if you subscribe to our show and review us in Apple Podcasts ... it helps other people like you find the show! Thanks for listening and chat again soon!

On this episode, we have Part 1 of a two-parter exploring lifestyle medicine. What exactly is this up-and-coming field? What are its 6 main pillars? And how can it change all of our lives for the better? We’re talking to an expert today who shares all that and more. And don't miss Part 2 in Episode 60! Mahima Gulati, MD is triple-board-certified in Endocrinology, Internal Medicine, and Lifestyle Medicine. She is an Associate Professor of Medical Sciences at Quinnipiac University and a locum tenens physician at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield, MA. She currently sits on the Board of Directors of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, where she also serves as Chair of the Endocrinology Member Interest Group and previously served as a subcommittee co-chair of the ACLM’s Women’s Health Member Interest Group. She has been an invited speaker at numerous regional, national, and international conferences, and has published several journal articles and textbook chapters on both endocrinology and lifestyle therapeutic approaches. She lives in Connecticut with her family. Support the show ************************************* Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X and Pinterest! And we'd love it (and you, forever) if you subscribe to our show and review us in Apple Podcasts ... it helps other people like you find the show! Thanks for listening and chat again soon!

On this episode, we’re getting an inside look at that perennial Internet favorite, WebMD. What’s it like being a Chief Physician Editor? How is an article crafted, from the first idea to publication? What are the best ways to fight disinformation? And what does that have to do with planetary health? Our guest today shares all that and more. Neha Pathak, MD, FACP, DipABLM is the Chief Physician Editor of Health and Lifestyle Medicine at WebMD and the host of WebMD’s Health Discovered podcast. Beyond her role at WebMD, Dr. Pathak is a lecturer at the Yale School of Public Health, Department of Environmental Health Sciences, where she facilitates a course in the Climate Change and Health Certificate Program. She serves on the board of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, where she is chair of the Global Sustainability Committee and sits on the Medical Society Consortium for Climate and Health steering committee. She is also a founding member of the Georgia Clinicians for Climate Action and sits on the board of Georgia Interfaith Power and Light. Additionally, Dr. Pathak is the Associate Program Director of the Atlanta VA Medical Center's Quality Scholars Program and an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Medicine at Emory University School of Medicine. She is dual board-certified in internal medicine and lifestyle medicine with a focus on prescribing whole food, plant based diet, exercise, sleep and stress-management strategies to maintain health and well-being. She graduated with a BA in psychology/biology from Harvard University, received her MD with honors in community service from Cornell University's Weill Medical College, and completed her primary care internal medicine residency at New York Hospital, Weill Cornell Medical College. She obtained her certificate in climate change and health communication from Yale School of Public Health. She lives in Atlanta with her husband and three children. Support the show ************************************* Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X and Pinterest! And we'd love it (and you, forever) if you subscribe to our show and review us in Apple Podcasts ... it helps other people like you find the show! Thanks for listening and chat again soon!

On this episode, we’re talking about a biggie: bullying and cyberbullying. What do these look like in the 21st century? How does bullying really affect children? What can parents do about it? And what does bullying look like for adults? Keep listening to work through this tough topic together. Support the show ************************************* Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X and Pinterest! And we'd love it (and you, forever) if you subscribe to our show and review us in Apple Podcasts ... it helps other people like you find the show! Thanks for listening and chat again soon!

Welcome to season 5! Today we're taking you through one of the biggest game-changers around: artificial intelligence and health. What exactly is AI, how is it currently used in healthcare, what does the future hold, and what does all of this have to do with making sure everyone has a fair shot at health? Plus, our hack of the week is sure to make your life a little easier! Support the show ************************************* Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X and Pinterest! And we'd love it (and you, forever) if you subscribe to our show and review us in Apple Podcasts ... it helps other people like you find the show! Thanks for listening and chat again soon!

On this episode, our season 4 finale, we’re talking about professional coaching and entrepreneurship. What do these entail? How is a coach different from a therapist or a mentor? And how can you figure out if coaching is just what you need? We’re talking to an expert today who tells us all that and more. Omolara Thomas Uwemedimo, MD, MPH is a serial entrepreneur, business development coach, and funding strategist for women of color in healthcare. She has been a pediatrician for over 15 years and a researcher and professor for over a decade, while growing two companies to over six figures in revenue in less than 18 months. She then went on to found Melanin & Medicine, a premier business development and funding coaching company, which helps women of color in medicine secure capital without incurring debt or diluting equity in order to build and grow their own healthcare businesses committed to social impact. Her work has been featured in several media outlets including People.com, NBC News, Medscape, Reuters, and NPR. Dr. Uwemedimo lives in Long Island, NY with her husband and two daughters. Thank you as always for listening and supporting the show! We'll see you back here in August with Season 5! Support the show ************************************* Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X and Pinterest! And we'd love it (and you, forever) if you subscribe to our show and review us in Apple Podcasts ... it helps other people like you find the show! Thanks for listening and chat again soon!

On this episode, we’re talking travel. After years of pandemic lockdowns and border closures, the world’s appetite for travel is bigger than ever. Are you itching to fit more travel into your life? Wondering how to make traveling with kids easier? And determined to see the world around you while also protecting our planet? Keep listening for tips on all that and more! Support the show ************************************* Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X and Pinterest! And we'd love it (and you, forever) if you subscribe to our show and review us in Apple Podcasts ... it helps other people like you find the show! Thanks for listening and chat again soon!

On this episode, we’re talking to physiatrist expert Dr. Alba Azola about long COVID (or PASC). How common is it, what are the symptoms, and how can we treat it? She tells us all this and more to help you protect yourself and your loved ones. Dr. Alba Azola, MD is a rehabilitation physician and the co-director of the Johns Hopkins Post-Acute COVID-19 Team (PACT), in collaboration with the division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, MD. PACT is a multidisciplinary clinic that offers comprehensive outpatient care and rehabilitation services for patients with post-COVID conditions, and it was established in April of 2020. Dr. Azola's expertise includes neurorehabilitation, management of autonomic dysfunction, rehabilitation for swallowing disorders, and post-COVID rehabilitation, and she’s one of a small group of physicians in the U.S. who are at the forefront of post-COVID research and treatment. Support the show ************************************* Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X and Pinterest! And we'd love it (and you, forever) if you subscribe to our show and review us in Apple Podcasts ... it helps other people like you find the show! Thanks for listening and chat again soon!

On this episode. we're here to take some of the stress out of parenting infants and toddlers. Whether it's how much time you spend with your baby, or the speed of your child's development, or the dreaded potty training, we're sharing what we worried about so that you don't have to. Listen up for reassurance and lots of tips for raising our little ones! Support the show ************************************* Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X and Pinterest! And we'd love it (and you, forever) if you subscribe to our show and review us in Apple Podcasts ... it helps other people like you find the show! Thanks for listening and chat again soon!

On this episode, we’re talking about burnout. Has the pandemic left you feeling like your work or life responsibilities are harder to manage than ever? Wondering what burnout really means? And need to know if you have it and where to turn for help? Keep listening so you can take better care of a very important person: You. Support the show ************************************* Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X and Pinterest! And we'd love it (and you, forever) if you subscribe to our show and review us in Apple Podcasts ... it helps other people like you find the show! Thanks for listening and chat again soon!

On this episode, viruses are the reason for the season. Why is RSV making headlines? What should parents do if their kids are sick with a respiratory virus? And how can we protect our little ones from RSV, flu, and COVID this winter? Join us for all this and more! Support the show ************************************* Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X and Pinterest! And we'd love it (and you, forever) if you subscribe to our show and review us in Apple Podcasts ... it helps other people like you find the show! Thanks for listening and chat again soon!

In this episode, we’re talking about groceries and inflation. Are skyrocketing food prices giving you chest pain? Are you having trouble affording a healthy diet when your dollar buys so much less? Are you looking for ways to cut down your grocery bill so you can still bring home a vegetable or two? Keep listening for tips to keep more green in your wallet AND on your plate! Support the show ************************************* Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X and Pinterest! And we'd love it (and you, forever) if you subscribe to our show and review us in Apple Podcasts ... it helps other people like you find the show! Thanks for listening and chat again soon!

On this episode, we’re talking about COVID vaccines for kids under 5. What vaccines are available, why should our little ones get vaccinated, and what does all this have to do with the flu? Plus, our hack of the week may have you imagining yourself on a magical carpet ride ... keep listening to hear all that and more! Support the show ************************************* Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X and Pinterest! And we'd love it (and you, forever) if you subscribe to our show and review us in Apple Podcasts ... it helps other people like you find the show! Thanks for listening and chat again soon!

In this episode, we’re continuing our series on Mothers in Politics. We’re talking with Judge Juli Mathew, the first Indian-American woman elected to the bench in the United States. She’ll tell us how she got there, how her experiences were affected by being a woman and an immigrant, and why you should consider a career leap too. Juli Mathew is the first Indian-American woman elected to the bench in the United States and the first Asian-American woman elected to the bench in Fort Bend County, Texas. Born in India and raised in Philadelphia, she received her bachelor’s degree from Penn State University and her Juris Doctorate from Widener University, now called Delaware Law School. Judge Mathew has practiced in both Pennsylvania and Texas for the last 15 years in the areas of creditor rights, mass tort, oil and gas, probate, and criminal law. She was also the Associate Municipal Judge of the City of Arcola before becoming the presiding Judge of County Court 3 in Fort Bend County, Texas. Judge Mathew’s court is a general jurisdiction court and she handles civil, criminal, probate and juvenile matter. She believes in empowering women and ensuring that the judiciary reflects the diversity of its community. She lives in Sugar Land, TX with her husband and three daughters. Support the show ************************************* Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X and Pinterest! And we'd love it (and you, forever) if you subscribe to our show and review us in Apple Podcasts ... it helps other people like you find the show! Thanks for listening and chat again soon!

Welcome to Season 4! In our season premiere, we’re talking about all the parental back-to-school fears we didn’t need to have. Can you relate to being worried that your child didn’t get the best teacher? Won’t make any friends? Isn’t on enough basketball teams to make the NBA? Keep listening to let us reassure you! Support the show ************************************* Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X and Pinterest! And we'd love it (and you, forever) if you subscribe to our show and review us in Apple Podcasts ... it helps other people like you find the show! Thanks for listening and chat again soon!