The Compounding Center Connections

If you're struggling with weight loss this is a must see podcast! Dr. Ben Gonzalez joins pharmacist Jay Gill to discuss not just weight loss but metabolic repair to maintain a healthy weight. Dr. Gonzalez says we're thinking about weight loss all wrong. We need to manage our metabolism and the markers of metabolism. Insulin resistance is the number one cause of all (non-infectious) chronic...

In this episode of TCC Connections Pharmacist Jay Gill interviews Nathan S. Bryan, PhD. Dr. Bryan is the leading expert on the biochemistry behind Nitric Oxide (NO) and our bodies need for it. When NO levels drop, our blood vessels do not allow normal levels of blood to flow. This can lead to erectile dysfunction, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, insulin resistance, memory loss, and other pro...

Pharmacist Jay Gill hosts Dr. Jonah Yakel in this segment of TCC Connections. This podcast is chockful of information about brain health, neuroinflammation, cognitive decline, brain injury, mold toxins, Alzheimer's, dementia, and so much more. Learn about causes, symptoms, cognitive function testing, and potential treatment options. Tackling inflammation, hormone imbalance, insulin resistance,...

The Compounding Center's pharmacists Jay Gill and Cheri Garvin discuss the changes prescribers and patients might see with their compounded medications because of the new standards going into effect November 1, 2023. The United States Pharmacopeia (USP) is the organization that sets standards for compounded medications, dietary supplements, and some foods. They have new guidelines going into e...

Pharmacist Jay Gill interviews Dr. Kofinas, a placenta and fertility specialist in NY. Dr. Kofinas explains how the placenta is a vital but often ignored organ. It defines the baby's existence and health. When the mother is suffering from a chronic inflammatory condition or auto-immune disease it negatively impacts fertility. Conditions like endometriosis, fibroids, and PCOS need to be treated...

The Compounding Center's pharmacists Jay Gill and Cheri Garvin discuss the changes prescribers and patients might see with their compounded medications because of the new standards going into effect November 1, 2023. The United States Pharmacopeia (USP) is the organization that sets standards for compounded medications, dietary supplements, and some foods. They have new guidelines going into e...

In this episode pharmacist Jay Gill interviews Dr. Norman Marcus, the Director of the Norman Marcus Pain Institute in New York. Dr. Marcus educates us about Ehlers Danlos Syndrome (EDS), a group of inherited connective tissue disorders. It involves every tissue of the body, but it tends to present in the skin, joints and blood vessels. With EDS, collagen is weakened or loose which leads to unusual...

Sebastian Denison, clinical pharmacist with the Professional Compounding Center of America, presents the science behind low dose naltrexone. This webinar is a deep dive into the mechanism of action and dosing protocols for the various diseases and illnesses for which it's prescribed. Sebastian's command of this subject is evident as he describes very complicated parts of our immune system...

Pharmacist Jay Gill interviews Dr. Joseph Jemsek from the Jemsek Specialty Clinic in Washington DC. Dr. Jemsek treats patients affected by Lyme or other tic born illnesses. In this podcast he talks about his experiences using Methylene Blue for his patients suffering from Lyme Borreliosis Complex. The podcast will educate you on the history of Methylene Blue and current scientific literature suppo...

Mast Cell Activation Syndrome or MCAS is a debilitating condition where a patient continues to experience allergic reactions, such as hives, swelling, low blood pressure, difficulty breathing, bloating, and severe diarrhea. Dr. Weinstock talks about the symptoms of MCAS and how it can mirror and overlap with Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) and Ehlers-Danlos syndromes (EDS). In MCA...

In this episode of Compounding Center Connections, compounding pharmacist Jay Gill discusses chronic inflammatory response syndrome (CIRS) with Dr. Scott McMahon from Whole World Health Care. CIRS can cause symptoms like chronic fatigue, headaches, stomach aches, muscle pain, neuropathic pain, shortness of breath, and cognitive issues in patients who have been exposed to chronic mold or bacteria f...

In this episode of Compounding Center Connections, pharmacist Jay Gill talks to pediatric optometrist Dr. Douroudian about myopia control using low-dose atropine eyedrops. Childhood myopia, or nearsightedness is becoming more common in children. The good news is, it's treatable. In this podcast, you'll learn about the importance of early diagnosis and monitoring the progression of myopia,...

Have you ever wondered if there's an easier way to get those tight compression socks on? Well tune into this episode of Senior Spotlight. Chris Poland from The Compounding Center, and Krista Simmerman from Sigvaris discuss everything you need to know about compression socks. Learn about being fitted properly, how to put on your socks, and how to care for them. Krista talks about donning aids t...

Learn how to help your hot flashes, moodiness, night sweats, weight gain, etc. Dr. Pam Smith brings a wealth of information about Women's Hormones to the Leesburg, VA community. ZRT Labs and The Compounding Center are thrilled to host such a world renowned expert on hormones and hormone therapy. Tune in to hear her presentation about Estrogens, Progesterone, Testosterone, DHEA, and Pregnenolon...

Join us as we delve into the world of pet behavior and the solutions available to pet owners. Our guest, Dr. Leslie Sinn, a board-certified veterinary behaviorist, shares her expertise on the most common behavioral issues in pets and the process of diagnosing and treating them. From fear-based behaviors to aggression, Dr. Sinn offers advice and encouragement to pet owners struggling with these iss...

The video introduces a podcast episode of Compounding Center Connections, where host Jay Gill interviews Dr. Alex Capano from Eco Fiber about the benefits of hemp oil. They discuss the difference between hemp seed oil and hemp extract, the benefits of hemp oil for pain, sleep, and mood, and the quality standards at Ananda Professionals. They also touch upon the future developments in the cannabis...

TCC's pharmacist, Jay Gill, interviews Dr. Sheri Salartash from Dynamic Dental Wellness in Ashburn, VA. In this podcast Dr. Salartash educates us about sleep apnea. Did you know that 80% of patients with sleep apnea are never diagnosed!  Some signs the dentist may see when sleep apnea exists are cracked teeth, unusual wear on the teeth, recession around the gums, and jaw pain. These symptoms...

Jay Gill, pharmacist at The Compounding Center interviews Dr. Kevin Chan, the Senior Clinical Director of Treehouse Eyes in Tyson's Corner, VA.  Dr. Gill and Dr. Chan discuss childhood myopia and its treatment. Childhood myopia is a condition where the eye shape elongates and causes nearsightedness or blurry vision when looking in the distance. Symptoms include: squinting, rubbing the eyes, b...

It's hard enough being a teenager, then throw acne in the mix! Join The Compounding Center's pharmacists Megan Kilkeary and Cheri Garvin as they discuss common causes of acne and alternative treatment considerations. Hormones, stress, genetics, diet, vitamins, and prescription medication all play a role. It can be quite confusing to know what to do. If you're concerned about taking strong oral ant...

There are so many women suffering from chronic pelvic pain, which is pelvic pain lasting more than 6 months. It can be present with overlapping conditions, such as vulvodynia, interstitial cystitis, endometriosis, and various bladder and GI conditions.   Dr. Delgado and pharmacist Jay Gill discuss how ozone can help with chronic pelvic pain. Ozone has been used in the medical community f...

Join TCC's pharmacist, Jay Gill as he discusses Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) with clinical nutritionist, Araceli Benavides. Araceli does an excellent job explaining what SIBO is, the root causes, symptoms, and potential treatment options. SIBO happens when bacteria begin to overgrow in the small intestine, as opposed to the good bacteria growing in our large intestine. This small i...

Join our pharmacist, Jay Gill and Dr. Ian Harrison from Harrison Equine in Berryville, VA. as they discuss Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis or EPM. EPM is a debilitating disorder in horses that occurs when they ingest parasites in their water or feed that has been contaminated with infected feces of opossums, skunks and even cats. The parasites travel from the stomach to the brain and spinal cor...

Join our pharmacist, Megan Kilkeary, as she discusses Intermittent Fasting with Holistic Nurse Practitioner Rachel Bonner. Rachel tells us how the IF45, Intermittent Fasting Transformation can help with weight loss, hormone balance and better control of blood sugar. You'll learn about different types of fasting and the best way to get started. Rachel and Megan also discuss how fasting can decrease...

Dr. Sheri Salartash, DDS with Dynamic Dental Wellness in Ashburn, VA joins The Compounding Center's pharmacist, Jay Gill to discuss holistic dentistry. Dr. Salartash talks about the benefits of using laser and ozone in her practice and the concerns with fluoride toothpaste or supplements and mercury fillings. Dr. Salartash explains how fluoride displaces iodine which is necessary for a fully funct...

Join compounding pharmacist, Jay Gill as he talks about childhood myopia with Stephanie Bray-Voorhes who serves as the Patient Services Administrator for Treehouse Eyes in Tysons, Virginia. Stephanie graciously shares her own personal story about growing up with blurry vision and her passion for helping children manage their own myopia. You'll learn what myopia is and how to recognize potential ne...