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In this episode, Dr. Sanjay Bhojraj speaks with Dr. Jennifer Pfleghaar about her transition from emergency medicine to integrative medicine, focusing on the importance of lifestyle changes, the challenges of conventional medicine, and the need for personalized care, especially in women's health during perimenopause. They discuss the impact of pharmaceuticals, the role of hormones, and the significance of education in health. Dr. Jen also shares insights from her book, 'The Perimenopause Reset,' which aims to help women navigate this critical phase of life.
Takeaways
Dr. Jen transitioned to integrative medicine after seeing chronic disease in the ER.
Conventional medicine often fails to address root causes of health issues.
90% of ER visits are related to chronic diseases.
Hashimoto's thyroiditis can be reversed with lifestyle changes.
Preventive care is lacking in the current healthcare system.
Hormonal imbalances can significantly affect women's health.
Bioidentical hormones are safer than synthetic alternatives.
Education is crucial for patients to understand their health.
Environmental factors can impact hormonal health.
The Perimenopause Reset book provides a holistic approach to women's health.
Chapters
00:00 Transitioning to Integrative Medicine
03:02 The Role of Nutrition in Emergency Medicine
06:11 Chronic Diseases and Conventional Medicine
08:46 The Disconnect in Patient Care
12:04 The Importance of Prevention
15:00 The Impact of Pharmaceuticals on Health
17:58 Motivational Interviewing in Patient Care
21:13 The Challenges of Hormone Replacement Therapy
23:57 Bioidentical Hormones vs. Synthetic Hormones
33:53 Understanding Hormonal Changes in Women
34:51 The Importance of Hormone Replacement Therapy
37:23 Navigating Hormone Testing and Medical Advice
38:03 The Risks of Self-Medication with Hormones
40:14 The Dangers of Hormone Pellets
43:32 The Need for Proper Medical Oversight
45:34 The Role of Continuous Learning in Medicine
51:01 The Holistic Approach to Perimenopause
54:11 The Impact of Environmental Factors on Hormones
56:41 Finding the Right Practitioner for Hormonal Health
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