Modern Thyroid and Wellness

What if the future of weight care is not about losing pounds, but about supporting metabolic health, nourishment, and sustainability? In this episode of Modern Thyroid and Wellness , host McCall McPherson sits down with Ashley Koff , registered dietitian, entrepreneur, and author of the upcoming book Your Best Shot . Together, they unpack the rapidly evolving conversation around GLP-1 hormones, GL...

What if the key to feeling strong, energized, and confident during menopause is not doing more cardio but training smarter? In this episode of Modern Thyroid and Wellness , McCall McPherson sits down with Debra Atkinson , a leading authority on fitness for women over 40 and the founder of the Flipping 50 movement. Together, they explore how women’s bodies change during menopause and why strength t...

What if the reason you still feel exhausted, foggy, and unwell on thyroid medication is because the system treating you is using decades-old rules that no longer serve patients? In this powerful episode of Modern Thyroid and Wellness , McCall McPherson sits down with Elle Russ , bestselling author of The Paleo Thyroid Solution , to unpack why so many people with hypothyroidism and autoimmune thyro...

What if true longevity isn’t about treating disease after it appears, but about tracking the right data early and becoming the CEO of your own health? In this episode of Modern Thyroid and Wellness , McCall McPherson sits down with Dr. Darshan Shah, MD , board-certified surgeon, published author, and co-founder of NEXT|HEALTH , the fastest-growing health optimization and longevity clinic network....

What if the path to healing after deep loss begins with understanding exactly what your body needs to feel steady, supported, and whole again? In this deeply personal first episode back, McCall opens up about the recent loss of her brother and how grief has affected her health, energy, sleep, and daily rhythms. She answers one of the most requested questions from her community by walking listeners...

What if a few simple shifts in how you eat, move, and rest could completely change the way your body handles the holidays? In this solo episode of Modern Thyroid and Wellness, host McCall McPherson shares ten science backed holiday hacks to help you enjoy the festive season without sacrificing your health or energy. From reducing inflammation and stabilizing blood sugar to improving sleep, alcohol...

What if your “normal” thyroid labs are anything but normal—and the symptoms you’re told to ignore are actually warning signs to act now? In this solo episode of Modern Thyroid and Wellness , host McCall McPherson delivers a passionate and research-backed message on the overlooked dangers of subclinical hypothyroidism. Often labeled as “mild” due to its definition—elevated TSH with normal T4—this c...

Could hidden toxins, stress, and gut imbalances be at the root of your thyroid issues—and the reason true healing still feels out of reach? In this powerful episode of Modern Thyroid and Wellness , host McCall sits down with Taylor Dukes, a board-certified nurse practitioner and founder of Taylor Dukes Wellness. Taylor shares her deeply personal and inspiring story—one that began with her own heal...

Could your daily screen time be quietly disrupting your hormones, vision, and emotional balance without you realizing it? In this episode of Modern Thyroid and Wellness , McCall sits down with Dr. Meenal Agarwal , a board-certified optometrist, to explore the powerful connection between eye health, brain function, hormonal balance , and digital wellness . Drawing on her personal story and clinical...

Can your thyroid and hormones really influence how your skin ages—or could your emotional health be part of the glow you’re missing? In this insightful episode of Modern Thyroid and Wellness , host McCall sits down with internationally renowned dermatologist Dr. Sabrina Fabi to explore the powerful intersection of thyroid health, skin aging, and emotional well-being. Drawing from both clinical exp...

Could your thinning hair be more than a cosmetic concern—perhaps a signal of hidden hormone, thyroid, or nutrient imbalances? In this must-listen episode of the Modern Thyroid and Wellness Podcast , host McCall McPherson sits down with functional medicine expert Dr. Breanne Kallonen to unravel the multifaceted causes of female hair loss. Together, they explore the often-overlooked connections betw...

Can thyroid issues increase your cancer risk—or could they hold the key to preventing it altogether? In this episode of the Modern Thyroid and Wellness Podcast , host McCall McPherson welcomes renowned integrative physician Dr. Leigh Erin Connealy , author of The Cancer Revolution . With a deeply personal connection to hormone health, Dr. Connealy shares her own thyroid journey and how it shaped h...

What if perimenopause wasn’t the beginning of decline, but the start of a powerful hormonal reset every woman deserves to understand? In this powerful episode, host McCall McPherson sits down with Dr. Mariza Snyder, functional practitioner, hormone expert, and author of The Perimenopause Revolution to unpack the often-misunderstood phase of perimenopause. Drawing from personal experience and clini...

Could the future of natural desiccated thyroid medications—and patient access to them—hang in the balance of FDA regulation? In this episode of the Modern Thyroid and Wellness Podcast , host McCall McPherson sits down with Jeff Moshal , CEO of Genus Lifesciences Inc. , for an in-depth discussion about the critical state of natural desiccated thyroid (NDT) medications , including their flagship pro...

Could a simple neck self-check be the key to catching thyroid cancer early—and protecting your health? In honor of Thyroid Cancer Awareness Month, host McCall McPherson welcomes Dr. Rashmi Roy, one of the nation’s highest-volume thyroid surgeons, for an insightful conversation on thyroid cancer risk, diagnosis, and treatment. Dr. Roy practices at the Hospital for Endocrine Surgery in Tampa and bri...

Have you ever wished you could ask a thyroid expert all your burning questions—from Hashimoto’s to hormone therapy to fertility—and get clear, actionable answers? In this special AMA (Ask Me Anything) episode of the Modern Thyroid and Wellness podcast, McCall McPherson, PA-C , answers listener-submitted questions covering a wide range of thyroid-related topics—from Hashimoto’s and hormone replacem...

Are GLP-1 medications like semaglutide the breakthrough answer to weight loss—or just another overhyped trend? In this special in-person episode of the Modern Thyroid and Wellness podcast, host McCall McPherson sits down with Melissa Afflerbach , Program Director at Modern Weight Loss , for an open, compassionate, and science-backed conversation about GLP-1 medications like semaglutide . From debu...

What if you could turn back the clock on aging—not with surgery, but with your own stem cells? In this fascinating episode, the host shares her firsthand experience undergoing the “Stem Cell Lift,” a revolutionary non-surgical facial rejuvenation procedure created by Dr. Nathan Newman. Known for his pioneering work in regenerative aesthetics, Dr. Newman breaks down the science of using a patient's...

Could hidden mold in your environment be the missing link behind unexplained symptoms, autoimmunity, or chronic illness? In this revealing episode of Modern Thyroid Wellness , host McCall McPherson is joined by renowned integrative physician Dr. Jill Carnahan to explore the often-overlooked world of mold illness and its impact on chronic health conditions. Dr. Carnahan shares her personal battle w...

What if healing Hashimoto’s wasn’t just about fixing your thyroid labs, but about uncovering hidden triggers and creating a care plan as unique as you are? In this powerful episode of Modern Thyroid Wellness , host McCall McPherson welcomes Inna Topiler , a clinical nutritionist specializing in autoimmune thyroid conditions, for a deep and compassionate conversation on Hashimoto’s disease and holi...

🎧 Episode Overview: In this solo episode of Modern Thyroid Wellness , McCall McPherson , thyroid expert and founder of Modern Thyroid Clinic, explores the critical connection between thyroid health and fertility . Even mild or subclinical thyroid dysfunction can have profound effects on conception, pregnancy outcomes, and postpartum recovery —yet it's often overlooked in conventional care. McCall...

🎧 Episode Overview: In this episode of Modern Thyroid Wellness , McCall McPherson unpacks one of the most common frustrations in thyroid care: why levothyroxine-based medications (like Synthroid) often leave patients feeling unwell, even when their labs look “normal.” Drawing from her own experience as a thyroid patient and her extensive clinical work, McCall explains the flawed assumption that e...

In this episode of Modern Thyroid Wellness , host McCall McPherson sits down with Sumit Rai , founder of Cancer Check Labs , to discuss a groundbreaking approach to early cancer detection . Motivated by his sister’s battle with cancer, Sumit shares how their advanced blood test identifies circulating tumor cells (CTCs) —making it possible to detect solid tumors at stage 0 , long before traditional...

In this energizing episode, McCall McPherson is joined by Dr. Catharine Arnston , founder of Energy Bits , to uncover the powerful, science-backed health benefits of microalgae. What began as a personal mission—helping her sister navigate cancer treatment—turned into a 16-year journey into the world of spirulina and chlorella . Dr. Arnston explains how these superfoods support detoxification, boos...

In this special solo AMA episode, McCall McPherson answers your most pressing questions about thyroid health, hormone balance, weight loss, and more. Drawing on her clinical expertise and personal experience, McCall dives deep into topics like thyroid medication , lab testing and reverse T3 , Hashimoto’s and autoimmune thyroid conditions , fertility , nutrient deficiencies , and hormone replacemen...