The Get Healthy 360 Podcast

In this podcast episode, we delve into the multifaceted role of a pain physician with Dr. Miles R. Day, M.D. We explore the diverse range of conditions pain physicians treat, from acute injuries to chronic pain syndromes. We discuss the specialized training required to become a pain physician, including the necessary medical school curriculum, residency programs, and fellowship opportunities. Addi...

Backpain is one of the most common ailments worldwide, and the majority if people will suffer from it at one point. In this episode of the Get Healthy 360 podcast, Kris Ferguson, MD welcomes Nomeen Azeem, MD to talk about the various back pain treatments available today. Don't miss this episode of the Get Healthy 360 Podcast! Dr. Azeem completed his undergraduate education at James Madison Uni...

Dr. Ahmed Raslan, a board-certified neurosurgeon, discusses treatment options for people suffering from epilepsy. There are a number of different treatment options available for people with epilepsy, with the most common being medication. In some cases, surgery may be an option where surgery can be used to remove the part of the brain that is causing the seizures. Dr. Raslan also discusses the ris...

What is Spinal Cord Stimulation and how does it work? What are the risks and how are those risks mitigated by medical professionals? Dr. Deer is at the forefront of spinal cord stimulation research and in this episode he discusses the various aspects of Spinal Cord Stimulators that patients and doctors need to be aware of. Dr. Deer may be reached through https://centerforpainrelief.com/doctor-timo...

Menopause will affect 50% of the population, yet it doesn't receive the attention it deserves. Dr. Susan Baumgaertel, MD, sits down with Kris Ferguson, MD to talk about all things Menopause. How will menopause change your day to day life? How will it affect your relationships? What types of screenings will you need and when will you need them? What should you eat? Dr. Baumgaertel, MD has been...

Dr. Marcia Perretto, MD, is a doctor, a physical therapist, as well as an Ehlers-Danlos patient herself. Dr. Perretto explores the treatment options for Ehlers-Danlos patients as well as her own experiences living with the condition. Ehlers-Danlos can be challenging to diagnose and even more challenging to treat. Dr. Perretto may be reached through: Twitter  https://twitter.com/DrPerrettoDPT - Ins...

What happens when a doctor needs surgery? What is the best way to navigate the medical system to find the right doctor to treat your condition? Michael Fishman, MD, discusses his personal journey to find relief from chronic leg and neck pain. Dr. Fishman is an interventional pain management specialist who cares deeply about the accurate diagnosis, treatment, and surveillance of patients living wit...

How do you know if your children are eating a healthy diet? How worried should you be about "forever chemicals"? Can vitamins substitute for a healthy meal? Kris Ferguson, MD, sits down with pediatrician Sonal Chandrate, MD, to talk about how to raise kids with healthy lifestyles. Dr. Chandrate is determined to provide children information about healthy lifestyles in a way that they can...

Elaine Stageberg has built a real estate empire of over 1,000 single family homes.  Elaine and her husband founded  Black Swan Real Estate , which helps high net worth individuals invest their money in fully managed single family rentals.  ( https://blackswanteam.com ) In this episode, we discuss how Elaine and her husband Nick discovered real estate, began to invest in real estate for themselves,...

Powerlifting champion and pain specialist Dr. Keith Javery joins the Get Healthy 360 podcast to discuss his training regimen.  Dr. Javery offers tips on correct technique, on why strength and flexibility are more important than endurance as we get older, and how he trains to be the best he can be. Dr. Javery practices at the Javery Pain Institute and may be reached through https://www.javeryp...

In this episode Dr. Kris Ferguson and Dr. Kathy Travnicek interview ultramarathoner Devon Yanko.  Devon overcame a troubled childhood to become a world class distance runner, having won numerous events including three ultra distance road national championships and competed on six Team USA ultra teams including the 2009 Gold Medal winning team in Belgium for the 100k.  Devon has ran forty...

Famous entrepreneur, real estate investor, author, and YouTube personality Daniel Kwak , of Kwak Brothers fame, joins Kris Ferguson and Gabriel Stvore on the Get Healthy Podcast.  Daniel discusses adversity he faced in his childhood, the decisions that set him up for success, the role his faith plays in his day to day life, and how he makes it all work. Daniel emigrated to the United States a...

Pain physician Dr. Michael CT Wansbrough joins the GH360 podcast.  In this Episode Dr. Wansbrough and Dr. Ferguson discuss treatment options for chronic pain, differences in how pain medicine is practiced in the US and Canada, and some differences between private and public health care systems.  The US  has a higher incidence of chronic pain than Canada, and chronic pain in the US t...

Deep Brain Stimulation, also knows as Neuromodulation, is a revolutionary treatment method for Parkinson's.  Neurosurgeon Dr. Ahmed Raslan explains how neuromodulation works, and how it has impacted the lives of those suffering from Parkinson's.  Parkinson's is a degenerative disease that affects over ten million people worldwide, including well known celebrities such as Muhammad Al...

Dr. Ferguson sits down with two time Ted-X speaker Rene Rodriguez to speak about leadership.  What makes an effective leader?  How do leaders connect with those they wish to lead?  How does a leader affect change?  A true expert in his field, Rene has trained more than 100,000 people in applying behavioral psychology and neuroscience methodologies to solve some of the toughest...

Kris Ferguson MD welcomes Hemant Kalia MD to the Get Healthy Podcast.  Dr. Kalia specializes in interventional spine and cancer pain management with special expertise in advanced neuromodulation procedures.  Listen in as two pain specialists discuss cancer treatment and where pain specialists fit into a comprehensive cancer treatment plan.  What is the difference between physical me...

Renowned expert Dr. Al joins the Get Healthy 360 Podcast to discuss the latest treatments related to sacroiliac joint dysfunction, and associated discomfort such as lower back pain.  Dr. Al discusses the treatment plans and treatment options, ranging from physical therapy to injections and bone grafts.   Dr. Alaa Abd-Elsayed joined the faculty of the Anesthesiology Department a...

How do doctors build muscle when they hit the gym?  Listen in as neurosurgeon Steven Falowski, MD, shares his bodybuilding secrets.  He works full time, is a busy family man, yet he is able to find time to hit the gym five times a week.  Dr. Falowski explains his diet, his exercise regimen, and shares the workout secrets he has gathered over the years.  If you are serious about...

Two pain specialists discuss the latest research in spinal cord stimulation, and how it can be used to treat chronic pain.  Kris Ferguson, MD welcomes Dr. Warren M. Grill, professor of Biomedical Engineering at Duke.  Some patient testimonials from spinal cord stimulator implants are nothing short of miraculous.  For those suffering from chronic pain, listening to this episode is a...

Renowned pain specialist and opioid expert, Andrea Trescot, MD, shares her insights on the opioid epidemic, her frustrations with existing government guidelines, as well as personal stories of how pain relief can significantly improve quality of life.  Listen in as two doctors discuss opioids, pain relief, and how these two worlds impact the quality of care patients receive. Andrea Trescot, M...

Few things frustrate parents more than the question of " What should I feed my kids??? ".  Listen to a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist offer up tips on how she feeds her own children.  Many food related topics are discussed in this episode, such as food coloring, cow milk vs oat milk, plant based diets, supplements, sugar, and healthy eating habits.  If you have picky eaters...

Sudhir Aggarwal shares the lessons he has learned from his long career in finance and management.  Through being a CEO at various companies, Sudhir has developed key insights into management, partnerships, investing, and helping struggling companies turn around.  Sudhir is an accomplished CEO, financier, and private investor.  He has served as CEO of a number of middle market c...

This is the third and final episode of our three part special on headaches with renowned headache specialist Alexander Feoktistov MD, PhD.  This episode focuses on tension headaches.  What are tension headaches and how do they differ from migraines?  Why should younger and older patients receive different types of muscle relaxants?  Are tension headaches more common than m...

This is the second episode of our three part special on headaches with renowned headache specialist Alexander Feoktistov MD, PhD.  In this episode, Dr. Feoktistov focuses on migraines.  Symptoms, treatment protocols, frequent causes, and latest research.  For those suffering from migraines, this episode of the Get Healthy 360 Podcast cannot be missed! Alexander Feoktistov, MD,...

This is the first episode of our three part special on headaches with renowned headache specialist Alexander Feoktistov MD, PhD.  Dr. Feoktistov discusses common causes of headaches, process of correct diagnosis, and types of headaches people are likely to encounter.  And how do sodium and liver function affect headaches?  If you ever had a persistent headache your family docto...