The Healthspan Podcast

What if heart disease wasn't bad luck, but bad planning? In this episode, Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, MD, FACC, FASE joins Carrie Camp and Hal Kramer of the Thrive at Home community for an honest conversation about what it really takes to prevent heart disease, stay independent as you age, and add healthy, vibrant years to your life. A Mayo Clinic–trained preventive cardiologist, Dr. Hurst shares why h...

A severe blockage in the "widowmaker" artery sounds like an automatic trip to the cath lab but is it always? In this episode, Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, MD, FACC, FASE shares a remarkable real-world case that challenges conventional thinking about stents and heart disease treatment. He explains the difference between stable and unstable coronary artery disease, reviews the research behind stents versu...

In this powerful episode of the HealthspanMD podcast, Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, MD, FACC, FASE sits down with patient Claudio and Healthspan Strategist Claire to explore what happens when someone who seems “healthy” on the surface discovers serious hidden risks beneath. They discuss high blood pressure, insulin resistance, and undetected coronary artery disease and how early detection, the right guid...

In this highlight episode, Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, MD, FACC, FASE sits down with neurologist Jeremy Pruzin, MD to unpack one of the most common and most misunderstood topics in brain health: the difference between dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. They explore how vascular health, protein buildup like amyloid and tau, and lifestyle factors all intersect to influence cognitive decline. The conversat...

In this episode of the HealthspanMD Podcast, Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, MD, FACC, FASE sits down with Dr. Selen Courtney to explore one of the most overlooked pillars of longevity: physical performance. They dive into how strength, stability, and functional movement play a critical role in preventing frailty, extending healthspan, and maintaining independence as we age. From understanding progressive...

In this episode, Robert Todd Hurst, MD, FACC, FASE delivers a powerful and thought-provoking talk on the real drivers of heart disease and why the current healthcare system often misses the mark. Moving beyond traditional medicine, he explores how stress, habits, leadership, and the pace of modern life quietly shape our long-term health. This episode challenges the idea that heart attacks are inev...

In this episode of the HealthspanMD podcast, Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, MD, FACC, FASE sits down with a member to explore what it really takes to reverse chronic health issues through sustainable lifestyle changes. This conversation dives into weight loss, heart health, atrial fibrillation risk reduction, nutrition fundamentals, and how personalized strategies outperform generic advice like “eat less...

In this episode of the HealthspanMD Podcast, Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, MD, FACC, FASE sits down with Dr. Du Mond to explore a critically overlooked driver of cardiovascular disease, brain health decline, and chronic inflammation: the mouth. They dive into the powerful connection between oral pathogens and systemic inflammation, the role of red complex bacteria in heart disease and Alzheimer’s risk, h...

For decades, healthcare has trained us to wait. Wait for symptoms. Wait for abnormal labs. Wait for a crisis. In this powerful conversation, Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, MD, FACC, FASE sits down with membership medicine pioneer Tom Blue to unpack why that model is failing, and what’s replacing it. Together, they explore the rise of proactive, precision-based care, why insurance is misaligned with true p...

Is Cognitive Decline Reversible? Here’s One Family’s Game-Changing Discovery. In this episode of The Healthspan Podcast, Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, MD, FACC, FASE, sits down with Rob Liebreich, CEO of Goodwin Living and creator of the revolutionary brain health program, Stronger Memory. What began as a son trying to help his mom with mild cognitive impairment turned into a validated, science-backed in...

In this episode of The Healthspan Podcast, Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, MD, FACC, FASE, assembles a powerhouse panel to discuss what actually yields results in reversing cardiometabolic disease and why most healthcare models fall short. He’s joined by Healthspan strategist coaches Claire, Christina, and Rielyn, along with guest researcher Amarei Bandy, who reveals never-before-seen data from her thesis...

In this episode of The Healthspan Podcast, Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, MD, FACC, FASE, sits down with Dr. Tammy Penhollow, DO, regenerative medicine specialist, Navy veteran, and founder of Precision Regenerative Medicine. Together, they explore how personalized, precision-guided treatments like PRP and bone marrow therapy are restoring mobility, relieving chronic pain, and helping patients avoid surge...

In this episode of The Healthspan Podcast, Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, MD, FACC, FASE, sits down with Natasha Mortenson, a HealthspanMD member, for a real-world transformation story that challenges what most people believe about aging, muscle, and hidden risk. Natasha shares how a DEXA scan revealed opportunities she could not see on the surface, and how small, deliberate changes over time led to drama...

In this episode of The Healthspan Podcast, Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, MD, FACC, FASE, is joined by Dr. Ruchir Sehra, MD, MBA, FACC, FHRS, a cardiologist and electrophysiologist, for a candid discussion about what actually moves the needle for healthspan when life is full. They talk about the fundamentals that sound simple but are not easy, the nuances from person to person, and the role of measurable...

In this episode of The Healthspan Podcast, Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, MD, FACC, FASE, explores the powerful intersection between sleep, heart health, and medical innovation.   Joining him is Dr. Ruchir Sehra, a physician, cardiologist, and medical device entrepreneur whose career spans electrophysiology, venture capital, and health technology. Together, they discuss how better sleep can prevent heart...

In this episode of The Healthspan Podcast, Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, MD, FACC, FASE, sits down with electrophysiologist Dr. Varma to break down everything you need to know about AFib, from stroke prevention and rhythm control to lifestyle modification and quality of life strategies. You’ll learn about the four core pillars of AFib management, how modern ablation techniques have evolved, and why under...

In this episode of The Healthspan Podcast, Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, MD, FACC, FASE, sits down with Dr. Shiven Chaudhry, an internal and integrative medicine specialist based in Scottsdale, Arizona. Dr. Chaudhry shares how ancient Ayurvedic medicine and modern Western medicine can coexist to provide a more personalized, effective approach to health and longevity. From energy healing and doshas to evi...

In this episode of The Healthspan Podcast, Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, MD, FACC, FASE, explores the powerful connection between money and longevity and why financial health plays a vital role in living longer and better. Together with wealth management expert Larry Lytle, they discuss how thoughtful financial planning can reduce stress, support proactive health investments, and create a truly fulfillin...

In this episode of the HealthspanMD Podcast, Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, MD, FACC, FASE sits down with Patty and Rick Rife to unpack their powerful journey through proactive, personalized care. After years of strict vegan eating, they were shocked to discover early signs of heart disease, prediabetes, and rising blood pressure. What followed was a complete transformation driven by advanced testing, con...

If you or someone you love has had a heart attack, stent, bypass, or high calcium score, this episode is for you. In this episode, Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, MD, FACC, FASE breaks down the 10 most critical facts about coronary artery disease (CAD), from understanding the real risks, to reversing progression through precision treatment, to the surprising link between muscle mass, insulin resistance, an...

In this episode of the HealthspanMD Podcast, Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, MD, FACC, FASE sits down with Claire Duchesneau, B.S., CPT a passionate coach at HealthspanMD, to explore the life-changing power of health coaching. They share stories from the frontlines of patient transformation, highlight the science and psychology behind sustainable change, and break down why coaching may be essential to you...

In this emotional and deeply inspiring episode of the Healthspan Podcast, Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, MD, FACC, FASE shares the story of a remarkable woman who defied every limitation placed on her. After a spinal cord injury left her in a wheelchair, she was told she wouldn’t live past 50. But instead of giving in to despair, she turned to HealthspanMD in search of better answers, better care, and mos...

On this episode of the HealthSpanMD Podcast, Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, MD, FACC, FASE sits down with Alexis Brown, wife, mother, business owner, autism advocate, and passionate health leader, to explore how personal transformation and proactive wellness can reshape your health destiny. Alexis shares the pivotal moments that shaped her commitment to strength training, mental resilience, clean nutritio...

If you've recently learned that you or someone you love has high lipoprotein(a), also known as LP(a), you're not alone, and you're not powerless. In this episode, you'll learn the 10 most important things to know about LP(a), including what it means, how it affects your heart, the role of genetics, and what you can do right now to protect your health. From current treatments to cutting-edge resear...

In this episode of the HealthSpan Podcast, Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, MD, FACC, FASE sits down with Dr. Dr. Hamed Abbaszadegan, MD, MBA, FACP, FAMIA,to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping the future of healthcare. They discuss everything from AI-powered clinical decision-making and ambient medical notetaking to the promise (and pitfalls) of predictive health modeling and personalized care...