The Compounding Center Connections

Join pharmacist, Megan Kilkeary, as she interviews The Compounding Center's expert hormone consultant, Jim Paoletti, about overlapping symptoms that could be related to poor GI health or a Thyroid hormone imbalance. Many men complain of low energy, weight gain, trouble focusing and feeling down. This could be a sign of hormone imbalance, but it could also be a sign of poor gut health. Our GI tract...

Join pharmacist, Megan Kilkeary, as she interviews The Compounding Center's expert hormone consultant, Jim Paoletti, about male testosterone replacement.  Jim explains the difference between low testosterone for a man's age versus naturally low testosterone that occurs with the ageing process.  He touches on the importance of examining the causes of the low testosterone - diet, exercise,...

If you think you have low testosterone consider whether your adrenals are involved first. Stress, especially chronic stress, can affect our adrenal function. If our adrenals are not working correctly we either have too much or too little cortisol which is the master switch for all our hormone activity. Join us for this podcast as our pharmacist Megan Kilkeary interviews hormone specialist Jim Paol...

If you're wondering whether liposuction could help shed those hard to fight love handles or belly fat then listen to this podcast as Dr. David Berman from the Berman Cosmetic Surgery and Skin Care Center in Sterling, VA teaches us all about the latest liposuction procedure called Smart Lipo or Laser Lipo. Dr. Berman explains how this new Laser Lipo procedure uses a laser to help kill off the fat c...

Join pharmacist Jay Gill as he interviews Dr. Megan Lee from the Lee Clinic in Winchester and Leesburg, Virginia. Dr. Lee discusses small intestinal bacterial overgrowth or SIBO. This is a disorder where bacteria from the large intestine have worked their way up into the small bowel. SIBO is more common than we think and is often underdiagnosed.  Up to 1/3 of patients with IBS have SIBO. Symp...

Join pharmacist Jay Gill as he interviews Dr. Melissa Delgado from The Chronic Pelvic Pain Center of Northern Virginia. Dr. Delgado is passionate about providing a holistic approach to treating pelvic pain and helping women find relief. She teaches us that even though 25 million women suffer from this condition, many women come to her very frustrated because it is often misunderstood and misdiagno...

Pharmacist Jay Gill interviews Dr. Bill Tyrrell, a veterinary cardiologist at CVCA Cardiac Care for Pets. Dr. Tyrrell tells us how heart disease presents differently in dogs and cats versus humans. Heart disease in cats and dogs can be due to cardiomyopathy, degenerative valve disease or be congenital. Unfortunately, the symptoms may be non-specific and vague. Dogs and cats might display trouble b...

Pharmacist Jay Gill interviews Jacki Meinhardt, DNP of the Amen Clinic in Reston, Virginia. Jacki is an expert when it comes to CIRS or mold illness. This multi-system, multi-symptom illness is essentially a biotoxin triggered immune dysfunction disorder. Symptoms vary widely from patient to patient but can include, fatigue, aches and pains, brain fog, urinary frequency and diarrhea or constipatio...

Join our pharmacist, Jay Gill as he interviews Dr. Megan Lee from the Lee Clinic. Dr. Lee will explore the connection between migraine headaches in women and how they might be affected by our hormones. Learn how the balance of your Estrogen and Progesterone plays into the prevalence of migraine. You'll also gain tips on the best dietary changes and supplements to consider. If you're wondering abou...

Are you concerned about your child's eyesight? Tune in to this video to learn about the signs and symptoms of childhood myopia. A condition also known as nearsightedness or trouble seeing items in the distance. Over the years this condition has become more prevalent in children and adolescents. Dr. Chan, from Treehouse Eyes in Tysons,  discusses the causes, symptoms and treatment for childhoo...

Dr. William Bush, a veterinary neurologist at the Bush Veterinary Neurology Service, discusses everything related to seizures in dogs with The Compounding Centers' pharmacist, Jay Gill. Learn how to recognize the signs of seizure, what to do and the best treatment plans. Dr. Bush's passion for this subject shows through as he covers the types of canine seizures, the most commonly affected breeds a...

Are you or your doctor confused by all of the conflicting information about testing for hormone levels or the safety of estrogen use?  Listen to our podcast host, Megan Kilkeary, PharmD as she discusses the various types of hormone testing available and the pros and cons of each with consultant Jim Paoletti, RPh.  They also touch on hormone replacement therapy and why balancing estrogen...

Are you interested in learning about a functional approach to diagnosing and managing Hypothyroidism?  Tune in to this podcast hosted by our compounding pharmacist, Megan Kilkeary, PharmD and our presenter, consultant pharmacist Jim Paoletti, RPh to find out more about causes, testing and new therapy options for hypothyroidism.  Learn about the number one test you should ask for to diagn...

Our pharmacist Jay Gill interviews Jennifer Gularson, PA-C about her Functional and Aesthetic Medical Practice in Rockville, MD. Jennifer explains how she collaborates with her patients to develop a treatment program. She starts with the basic foundations of good health, such as sleeping patterns, healthy eating, exercise and stress management. Then she monitors patients hormone levels using the D...

Join TCC's Pharmacist Jay Gill and Wellness Consultant Jim Paoletti to learn more about oral vs topical progesterone. Jim will help you understand the pros and cons of hormone therapy based on your symptoms and health concerns. You'll learn what a bio-identical hormone is, what hormone lab tests are best, and when progesterone should be taken as a pill instead of a cream on the skin. If you're suf...

Join pharmacist Jay Gill and Dr. Eboni Cornish as they unlock the mysteries of Lyme Disease. They discuss the difficulties of getting to a diagnosis when testing is not very accurate. You'll also learn about common symptoms, other co-infections, and up and coming treatment options, such as Disulfiram and Methylene Blue. If you or someone you know suffers from Lyme Disease, this podcast may help yo...

Join our compounding pharmacist, Megan Kilkeary, PharmD and consultant pharmacist, Jim Paoletti, RPh as they discuss Adrenal Dysfunction.  In this podcast they touch on the functions of the adrenal glands, symptoms and causes of adrenal fatigue, diagnosing adrenal dysfunction and treatment.  If you’re suffering from common symptoms of adrenal dysfunction, such as weight gain, decreased l...

Join pharmacist Jay Gill and Dr. Andrew Wong as they discuss the use of low dose Naltrexone (LDN) for chronic inflammatory and autoimmune conditions. You'll learn about dosing, how it works to boost the immune system and block inflammatory messengers in the body. Dr. Wong also discusses the pros and cons of taking LDN in the morning versus at bedtime. If you're suffering from Fibromyalgia, Chronic...

Join TCC's pharmacist, Jay Gill as he talks with Dr. Mary Babcock from Artius Integrative Medicine about regenerative therapy.  Dr. Babcock's goal is to optimize the health and wellness of her patients using a holistic approach in her practice. Learn about Prolotherapy, Prolozone Therapy,  Platelet rich plasma (PRP) treatment and more! These treatment modalities are used for all types of...

Join our pharmacist Megan Kilkeary, PharmD and Courtney Hasseman, CNM as they discuss the benefits of a holistic approach to treating Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). Learn about the causes, medical treatments, lifestyle changes and important supplements. Courtney Hasseman is a Nurse Practitioner that specializes in obstetrics and gynecology who enjoys helping women of all ages maintain menstrual...

Join our pharmacist and owner, Jay Gill as he discusses managing stress and fatigue with Dr. Eva Coleman , an integrative physician at Harmony Medica. Dr. Coleman will share several patient cases that paint a picture of how stress and fatigue show up in real life, and how she uses integrative practices to treat the whole body and not just cover up the symptoms of one diagnosis. Learn about the hor...

Join our pharmacist and owner, Jay Gill as he discusses the latest in treating peanut allergies with Dr. Theodore Kim of Allergy Partners of Northern Virginia. Dr. Kim explains how oral immunotherapy desensitizes patients to peanuts and offers protection from anaphylactic reactions that might occur from accidental exposure. This podcast may help you figure out if oral peanut capsules might help yo...

Join our pharmacist, Jay Gill, as he interviews Dr. Eboni Cornish from The Amen Clinic. This lively discussion will help educate you on the benefits of detoxing to promote a robust immune system. This is especially important right now with Covid and Influenza on the rise. Dr. Cornish also cover various nutritional strategies to keep you healthy.

You'll really enjoy this timely podcast. Dr. Sam Pappas tells us how to help our immune system with lifestyle changes. Join our pharmacist, Jay Gill, as he interviews Dr. Pappas and learn how you can reduce inflammation in your body, improve immune function and lead a healthy life. You'll learn more about the importance of diet, exercise, fasting and even the benefits of saunas!

In this podcast Dr. Eva Coleman covers all things related to your thyroid. This little gland controls so many body processes and even the smallest change in thyroid function can cause symptoms. If you're experiencing fatigues, dry skin, hair loss, mental fogginess, or just not feeling like yourself, then this podcast may be helpful. Dr. Coleman discusses various Thyroid conditions and how to best...