The Dr. Raj Podcast

This clip comes from Dr. Raj's series with My Care Friends. Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/GhwwcL4DPB8?si=jvcCjqbfgZSJbGBT About Dr. Raj Dr. Raj Dasgupta is an ABIM Quadruple board-certified physician specializing in internal medicine, pulmonology, critical care, and sleep medicine. He is currently the Associate Program Director of Internal Medicine Residency at Huntington Health in Pasade...

Beyond Sports is the ESPN public affairs show. Airing Sunday mornings, from 5-6am, Beyond Sports presents topical guests and stories in an entertaining and comfortable format. Each week your host, Hannah Stanley, brings a new show covering a current issue, news item, upcoming event, or local charity. About Hannah Hannah Stanley is the Public Affairs Manager for ESPN AM 1000. She is co-chair of the...

Today's Episode Rick discusses his journey with RA diagnosis and management, highlighting his experience as a patient advocate. Rick explains how he learned to distinguish RA flares from normal aches and pains by noting that RA symptoms persist continuously while normal pain resolves within 3 days. Rick emphasizes the importance of patient advocacy, developing a collaborative relationship with hea...

This clip comes from Dr. Raj's series with My Care Friends. Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/8dvO2jDzQtU?si=Nv33rGHM0ZmnYk0T About Dr. Raj Dr. Raj Dasgupta is an ABIM Quadruple board-certified physician specializing in internal medicine, pulmonology, critical care, and sleep medicine. He is currently the Associate Program Director of Internal Medicine Residency at Huntington Health in Pasade...

For Scleroderma Awareness month we are releasing a re-mixed version of this episode. This episode was originally recorded on June 30, 2021. Rest in peace Bob Saget. Today's Episode Dr. Raj sits down with comedy legend Bob Saget to talk about scleroderma, a rare disease that took his sister in 1993.    Today’s Guest Bob Saget is a comedian, actor, and director best known for his role as Danny Tanne...

Today's Guest Cher is the owner of Be Balanced LA and a passionate advocate for women's hormone health and holistic wellness. With nearly two decades of experience in the medical industry, Cher's personal health journey led her to discover the life-changing impact of natural hormone balancing. Today, she helps women over 45 overcome fatigue, brain fog, mood swings, and weight gain through personal...

This clip comes from Dr. Raj's series with My Care Friends. Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uhvAXWhynL4 About Dr. Raj Dr. Raj Dasgupta is an ABIM Quadruple board-certified physician specializing in internal medicine, pulmonology, critical care, and sleep medicine. He is currently the Associate Program Director of Internal Medicine Residency at Huntington Health in Pasadena, C...

In this episode, guest host Becca Spahr sits down with Justin Shaffer, founder of Growth Navigator Solutions and a former U.S. Army Special Operations Aviation commander, to explore how leadership lessons forged in high-stakes military environments translate directly into the world of business. Justin shares how discipline, trust, and team cohesion aren’t just “nice to have”—they’re essential for...

Beyond Sports is the ESPN public affairs show. Airing Sunday mornings, from 5-6am, Beyond Sports presents topical guests and stories in an entertaining and comfortable format. Each week your host, Hannah Stanley, brings a new show covering a current issue, news item, upcoming event, or local charity. About Hannah Hannah Stanley is the Public Affairs Manager for ESPN AM 1000. She is co-chair of the...

Today's Episode Dr. Koolaee talks with Mary Serles about aging well and maintaining a "super-ager" lifestyle. Mary shares her approach to staying physically active, mentally sharp, and socially engaged despite health. She emphasizes the importance of consistency and persistence in daily exercise, nutrition, maintaining close social connections. About Dr. Koolaee Dr. Michelle Koolaee did her traini...

This clip comes from Dr. Raj's series with My Care Friends. Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/tpMpk9UHVTw?si=Z0FBuMI3uxRYJ2Q7 About Dr. Raj Dr. Raj Dasgupta is an ABIM Quadruple board-certified physician specializing in internal medicine, pulmonology, critical care, and sleep medicine. He is currently the Associate Program Director of Internal Medicine Residency at Huntington Health in Pasade...

Today’s Guest Eloiza Tecson is a CEO, investor, and operational strategist who builds and scales brands in the health and wellness industries. With a track record of growing organizations, she specializes in the transition from a visionary concept to a high-performing, profitable global operation. Currently, Eloiza serves as Chief Executive Officer of LWI, overseeing Southern California’s largest...

This clip comes from Dr. Raj's series with My Care Friends. Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ULrG2LLI9Ww About Dr. Raj Dr. Raj Dasgupta is an ABIM Quadruple board-certified physician specializing in internal medicine, pulmonology, critical care, and sleep medicine. He is currently the Associate Program Director of Internal Medicine Residency at Huntington Health in Pasadena, C...

In this episode, guest host Becca Spahr sits down with social health entrepreneur and coach Jessie Lewis, founder of Friend On Call, to explore the science and strategy behind meaningful human connection. With a background in biology and a deep understanding of behavioral patterns, Jessie brings a refreshing, practical lens to something many adults struggle with: friendship. Together, they unpack...

In this episode, Dr. Koolaee is joined by Dr. Jonathan Gelber to discuss orthopedic biologics, including platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections, infrared laser therapy, and exosomes. Today's Guest Dr. Jonathan Gelber is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine and arthroscopic surgery, discussing non-surgical options for joint pain management. About Dr. Koolaee Dr. Michelle Koolaee did...

Beyond Sports is the ESPN public affairs show. Airing Sunday mornings, from 5-6am, Beyond Sports presents topical guests and stories in an entertaining and comfortable format. Each week your host, Hannah Stanley, brings a new show covering a current issue, news item, upcoming event, or local charity. About Hannah Hannah Stanley is the Public Affairs Manager for ESPN AM 1000. She is co-chair of the...

Today’s Guest Josh and his wife, Sandra are organic farmers in Mendocino County, California. This is a world-renowned cannabis growing region. They breed cannabis seeds and flowers for California's top dispensaries on their permitted 10,000 square feet farm and homestead where they raise a family. They're growing cannabis in the full sun and all the seeds in accordance with the rhythms of nature....

Today's Episode In this episode, Becca sits down with Caitlin Gardner, founder of Blooming Communications, to talk about how to maintain calm confidence when the stakes feel high. Becca and Caitlin also explore how high-stakes communication isn’t limited to the boardroom. The same principles apply to personal relationships, difficult conversations, and moments when two people see the stakes very d...

Today's Episode Tom shares his experience traveling to Hawaii with his wife Nancy, who has Alzheimer's disease, and their caregivers. They faced challenges including managing Nancy's stress, medication schedule, and mobility needs, but still had enjoyable moments. Tom provides advice for caregivers considering travel, such as contacting TSA Cares in advance and pacing activities appropriately. Abo...

Beyond Sports is the ESPN public affairs show. Airing Sunday mornings, from 5-6am, Beyond Sports presents topical guests and stories in an entertaining and comfortable format. Each week your host, Hannah Stanley, brings a new show covering a current issue, news item, upcoming event, or local charity. About Hannah Hannah Stanley is the Public Affairs Manager for ESPN AM 1000. She is co-chair of the...

Today’s Guest Mary McGowan is the president and CEO of the Foundation for Sarpedosis Research, the leading international organization dedicated to improving the lives of those with sarpedosis. Ms. Gowan leads groundbreaking efforts to improve clinical trial access, advance shared decision making, and accelerate drug development through efforts like the Ignore No More campaign, the Coalition to Adv...

Today’s Guest Tracy is a U.S. Air Force veteran and the author of "Warrior Mom, A Mother's Journey into Healing Her Son with Autism." She's also a certified integrative health coach and founder and president of Autism Health, a nonprofit dedicated to educating and empowering families impacted by autism. Her advocacy began in 2008 when her son Noah was diagnosed with autism, and doctors told her it...

Today's Guest Andy Robinson is a powerhouse of transformation, resilience, and high-performance mindset. A U.S. Marine Veteran, finance professional, and elite mindset coach, Andy has dedicated his life to helping real estate professionals, sales leaders, and entrepreneurs shatter limitations and achieve exponential growth in their careers. Today, Andy is the Founder of LFG Mindset Consulting, whe...

Beyond Sports is the ESPN public affairs show. Airing Sunday mornings, from 5-6am, Beyond Sports presents topical guests and stories in an entertaining and comfortable format. Each week your host, Hannah Stanley, brings a new show covering a current issue, news item, upcoming event, or local charity. About Hannah Hannah Stanley is the Public Affairs Manager for ESPN AM 1000. She is co-chair of the...

Today's guest is Vanessa, a 23 year old student who was hospitalized and then diagnosed with lupus. Today's Host Dr. Michelle Koolaee did her training for internal medicine residency at St. Luke's Roosevelt Hospital and went on to do her fellowship at University of Pennsylvania for rheumatology, where she was named Fellow of the Year. She then became an assistant professor at the University of Sou...