The Nexus Connection

In this conversation, Brian Garcia and Hamilton Baden, CEO of Youturn Health, discuss the challenges and innovations in the behavioral health space, focusing on Hamilton's personal journey with addiction and the founding of Youturn Health. They explore the gaps in traditional treatment methods, the importance of family support, and the need for community engagement. Hamilton shares insights on...

This conversation delves into the often-overlooked topic of micronutrient deficiency and its foundational role in health. Tom Lewis explores the misconceptions surrounding the impact of micronutrient deficiencies on chronic diseases and the potential for community health initiatives to create significant cost savings. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the need for education and innovative appro...

In this episode of The Nexus Connection podcast, host Brian Garcia speaks with Colton Storla, Vice President of Employee Benefits at North Risk Partners. They discuss the challenges and changes in the health insurance industry, particularly focusing on the concept of Direct Primary Care (DPC) and its potential to transform healthcare for employees and employers alike. Colton shares insights on how...

In this episode of The Nexus Connection podcast, host Brian Garcia speaks with Bill and Ilya Geraci from MAGIC Insurance Solutions. They discuss their unique approach to health insurance, focusing on self-funded plans, transparency, and innovative solutions like Direct Primary Care (DPC). Bill shares his journey in the insurance industry, including his experiences in Russia and the founding of MAG...

Summary: In this episode of The Nexus Connection, host Brian Garcia discusses the Spark Revolving Loan Fund, a transformative initiative by Thrive West Central aimed at supporting small businesses in West Central Indiana. Joined by Kaden Mason, they explore the fund's structure, application process, and success stories, while also highlighting the importance of integrating direct primary care...

In this episode of The Nexus Connection podcast, Brian Garcia talks with Darrell Moon, a visionary in healthcare transformation and author of 'Make Healthcare Work for You.' They discuss the misalignments in the healthcare system, the importance of primary care, and the role of insurance companies. Darrell shares insights on the Nuka model of aspirational healthcare, emphasizing the need f...

In this episode of The Nexus Connection podcast, Brian Garcia hosts Beth Holmes from Hint Connect and Rodney Clark from Nexus Health Connect. They discuss the transformative role of Direct Primary Care (DPC) in the healthcare system, emphasizing the importance of accessibility, affordability, and patient experience. The conversation highlights the collaboration between Hint Connect and Nexus Healt...

In this episode of the Nexus Connection podcast, Brian Garcia hosts Dr. Tom Lewis and Dr. Sam Sater to discuss the pressing issue of chronic disease and the importance of understanding root causes. They explore how data-driven diagnostics can be integrated into innovative care delivery systems, emphasizing the need for a patient-centered approach. The conversation highlights the power of belief in...

In this episode of The Nexus Connection podcast, Brian Garcia speaks with Lisa Marino and Erin Hazelbaker from Victress Health and Wellness, a Sydney OH DPC, about the transformative power of Direct Primary Care (DPC) and functional medicine. They discuss how DPC provides a membership model that allows patients direct access to their healthcare providers, focusing on root causes of health issues r...

In this episode of the Nexus Connection podcast, Brian Garcia and co-host Rodney Clark engage with Don Vaughn and Troy Purdue from Marathon Health to discuss the transformative impact of the Advanced Primary Care model on healthcare delivery. They explore how this model benefits patients, providers, and employers, addressing common misconceptions and unique challenges in the healthcare landscape....

In this episode of the Nexus Connection podcast, Brian Garcia has a conversation with Dr. Sam Sater, an oncologist and physician entrepreneur, about his journey in healthcare, the importance of patient-centered care, and the integration of AI in medicine. Dr. Sater discusses the pain points faced by both patients and providers, the innovations being implemented through his companies Novorex and HA...

In this episode of the Nexus Connection podcast, hosts Brian Garcia and Justin Leigh engage with Dr. Tom Lewis to explore the topic of seed oils, their prevalence in modern diets, and their potential health implications. Including the role in chronic disease, inflammation and overall metabolic health. The conversation delves into the definitions of seed oils, the dangers associated with their cons...

In this episode of the Nexus Connection podcast, Brian Garcia welcomes back John Schmitt, CEO of iXpressGenes, to discuss the groundbreaking advancements in trauma screening through RNA biomarkers. The conversation covers the science behind RNA biomarkers, the impact of prolonged stress on health, and the innovative stoplight method for screening that categorizes patients' health status. John...

In this episode of the Nexus Connection podcast, Brian Garcia and Krista Thomas interview Morgan Honea, CEO of Nine Patch, discussing the integration of healthcare and social services through innovative technology. They explore the importance of social determinants of health, share real-world case studies, and highlight the challenges of data integration across various systems. The conversation em...

Health Guardianship: A New Era in Employee Health In this episode of the Nexus Connection podcast, Brian Garcia speaks with Chris Yessayan and Dr. Firouz Daneshgari from Bowtie Medical about their innovative approach to healthcare through the concept of health guardianship. They discuss the misalignments in the current healthcare system, the importance of direct primary care, and how Bowtie Medica...

Summary In this conversation, Dr. Tom Lewis shares his insights on chronic diseases and the importance of functional medicine. He discusses his personal journey, inspired by the loss of his father to Alzheimer's, and how it led him to focus on creating accessible healthcare solutions. Dr. Lewis emphasizes the need for a paradigm shift in how we assess health, moving from traditional lab tests to a...

In this episode of The Nexus Connection, Krista Thomas hosts a discussion about benefits of Direct Primary Care from a Schools System's perspective. This conversation explores the concept of Direct Primary Care (DPC) and its benefits. The discussion highlights how DPC differs from traditional healthcare models, emphasizing its membership-based approach, unlimited access to services, and the strong...

Summary: In this episode of the Nexus Connection podcast, Brian Garcia talks with Kyle Monroe, president of Trilogy Health Solutions. They discuss the evolution of Trilogy, its focus on self-funded employers, and the innovative healthcare solutions it offers, including bundled services and direct primary care. Kyle shares insights on market expansion, the importance of partnerships, and the compet...

In this episode of the Nexus Connection podcast, Brian Garcia discusses the benefits and challenges of Direct Primary Care (DPC) with guests Alan McCloskey and Casey Jones. They explore how DPC offers a more personalized and accessible healthcare experience compared to traditional insurance models, emphasizing the importance of relationships between patients and providers. The conversation highlig...

In this episode of the Nexus Connection podcast, Brian Garcia speaks with Dr. Mike Webb and Elizabeth Webb, co-founders of CheckMySpot, a telehealth app designed to improve access to dermatology services. They discuss the challenges of long wait times for dermatology appointments, the importance of early detection of skin cancer, and how their app can provide peace of mind to patients by allowing...

Summary: The conversation discusses the benefits of direct primary care (DPC) for small businesses and the implementation of DPC at Thrive West Central. DPC offers accessibility, affordability, and time spent with providers, which can improve employee health outcomes and productivity. Thrive West Central implemented DPC to support employee well-being and saw a 100% participation rate. The conversa...

Summary John Schmitt, co-founder of iXpressGenes, discusses their biotechnology company's simple biochemical blood test to find markers of pre-PTSD. The test aims to prevent post-traumatic stress disorder and trauma-induced disease. The company originated from Dr. Joe Ng's experience witnessing a traumatic event and recognizing the need for immunological research. The test detects dysregul...