The Doctor Jiu Jitsu Show

Jiu-jitsu injuries, BJJ rehab, finger injuries, neck pain, leg locks, physical therapy, and longevity are all part of the reality of staying on the mats long term. In this episode of the Doctor Jiu Jitsu Podcast, I sit down with Eugene Tsozik, physical therapist, jiu-jitsu black belt, founder of The Jiu Jitsu Therapist, and co-host of the Chewjitsu Podcast. This conversation is all about what grap...

Jiu jitsu injuries, MMA injuries, ACL tears, elbow injuries, pec tears, and recovery mistakes are more common than you think. As an orthopedic surgeon and BJJ black belt, I see where athletes go wrong. In this episode of the Dr. Jiu Jitsu Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Steven Mora, a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon who has spent over a decade treating combat athletes. We break down the real pa...

Regenerative farming, nutrition, grass-fed beef, combat athlete performance, inflammation, and recovery all start with what you eat. As an orthopedic surgeon and jiu-jitsu athlete, I wanted to understand why food quality matters more than we think. In this episode of the Dr. Jiu Jitsu Podcast, I visit Lily Hill Farm and sit down with Avery Claire Wrigglesworth to break down how regenerative farmin...

In this episode of The Doctor Jiu Jitsu Podcast, I sit down with my friend Mike Piekarski, PT, DPT, BJJ black belt (Dr. Kickass), to talk about why jiu jitsu rehab is different. We cover the biggest mistake grapplers make after an injury, how to modify training without losing your mind, when rehab becomes sport specific (especially after ACL surgery), and how to build longevity through smarter loa...

In this episode of Doctor Jiu Jitsu, we tackle some of the most common concerns in combat sports: real-world injury management, practical orthopedic care, and how to actually use physical therapy to stay on the mats long term. Most combat athletes hear “ACL tear” and assume their season or career is over. It’s not. As an orthopedic sports surgeon for the U.S. Army, jiu-jitsu brown belt, and someon...

In this episode, I sit down with Jonovan Webb, 3rd degree black belt, UFC and CFFC veteran, and owner of Webb Fitness, who also happens to be the coach who started my Jiu Jitsu journey and helped shape me as both an athlete and a person. We dive deep into gym culture, coaching philosophy, and what it really takes to train hard while minimizing injuries in combat sports.  We talk about managing ego...

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. M. Lucius Pomerantz—fellow orthopedic surgeon, black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and lifestyle medicine expert—to dive deep into the fascinating intersection of combat sports, injury, recovery, and longevity. We talk about what pulls high-performing doctors into such a physically intense world, and why so many of us can’t resist the challenge and community of...

In this episode, I catch up with my friend and powerhouse black belt Paige Ivette Clymer. Paige is a multiple-time IBJJF medalist, ADCC Open double gold champ, and one of the most technically sharp athletes I know. We go deep into her ACL injury, how she navigated the emotional and physical recovery, and the mindset it took to come back even stronger. We also break down her epic Who's Number...

In this episode, I sit down with my friend and yoga instructor, Christopher Wilkes—aka The Yoga Doctor—at his studio, The Art of Yoga in Columbus, Georgia. Christopher shares his incredible journey from martial arts and Qigong to becoming a full-time yoga teacher and studio owner. We talk about how yoga isn't just about flexibility and movement—it's a deeply transformative tool for physi...

In this episode, I sit down with my good friend and fellow orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Chris Haraszti—aka Doc Chris. Not only is he a respected orthopedic specialist at Emory University, but he’s also a third-degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, multiple-time world champion, and a former state wrestling champ. We dig into his unique journey from med school and playing in a band to becoming one of...

In this episode, I sit down with my good friend and powerhouse black belt, Professor Faye Lynn Cherrier. Faye’s journey through Jiu Jitsu is nothing short of inspiring—from getting her start in MMA gyms to traveling the world for competitions, all while overcoming serious injuries with grit and grace. We get into her transition from striking to grappling, the importance of cross training, and what...

Hey guys! I’m so excited to kick off this episode with none other than my mentor and friend, Dr. X—a fellow sports surgeon and a true expert in all things ACL. We dive into the world of sports injuries, especially in jiu jitsu, and break down everything you need to know about ACLs, meniscus, MCL injuries, and how to navigate surgery, recovery, and even whether you really need surgery at all. Wheth...

Alex Enriquez is a jiu-jitsu black belt, ADCC Trials champ, and former All-American wrestler with a story every serious athlete should hear. The journey includes starting jiu-jitsu at age 11, switching gyms with maturity and grace, overcoming multiple injuries, and learning how to train smarter, not just harder. This episode dives into what it takes to become a world-class competitor while maintai...

Today I’m taking you on a deep dive into something most of us don’t think enough about: where our food comes from. I sat down with my friend Adam Mason of Heal Farms , right on his pasture in the sunshine, to talk about regenerative farming and why it's not just about being "organic"—it's about restoring health from the soil up. We explore what actually goes on in industrial fa...

The Doctor Jiu Jitsu Show is your monthly dose of real talk on combat sports, military performance, and injury prevention—hosted by Army orthopedic surgeon and BJJ black belt Dr. Megan Jimenez. Tune in the first Friday of every month for expert insights and stories from those who’ve shaped her path on and off the mat. To learn more about Dr. Megan Jimenez, check out her website: doctorjiujitsu.com