Voyage Clinics Podcast

In this episode of the Voyage Clinics Podcast, Dr. John Sanders sits down with Neer Patel, a former engineer turned benefits innovator, whose wife, like Dr. Sanders, a Direct Primary Care physician. Together, they explore how their families have become advocates for a more transparent and values-driven healthcare system. Neer shares his journey from corporate America into healthcare entrepreneursh...

Dr. John Sanders explores the evolving world of genetic screening — from traditional genome sequencing for inherited risks like BRCA, Lynch syndrome, and clotting disorders, to newer technologies like liquid biopsies and pharmacogenomics. He explains how genetics can guide prevention, but also how complex the interpretation is, especially when epigenetics — the environmental “on/off switches” for...

In this in-depth discussion, Dr. John and neuroscientist Dr. Kyle Bills explore the concept of neuroplasticity—the brain’s remarkable ability to rewire and change through intention, experience, and biological modulation. They connect spiritual and scientific perspectives, noting that practices like repentance, reframing thoughts, and setting clear intentions align with measurable neurological mech...

In this podcast episode, Dr. John from Voyage Clinics, a Utah county direct primary care, provides an overview of the growing direct primary care (DPC) movement and its potential to reshape healthcare in the U.S.  John begins by highlighting the challenges American families and businesses face navigating a complex, expensive, and often inefficient healthcare system. After defining direct primary c...

In this episode, Dr. John sits down with Darrell Moon, a nationally recognized advocate for direct primary care (DPC), to explore the transformative potential of relationship-driven healthcare. Darrell shares his professional journey, from starting as a student helping run a small hospital in Utah to leading multiple hospitals and eventually focusing on healthcare reform. He emphasizes the importa...

In this episode, Dr. Sanders visits again with Dr. Bartholomew, covering several timely pediatric health topics, including measles, RSV, COVID-19, and Tylenol. After highlighting the importance of vaccination for measles and identifying populations that are most vulnerable to RSV, the discussion pivots to COVID-19, where the doctors review evolving data and policy decisions around vaccines.  Their...

Join Dr. Sanders with Zak Hazlett, a licensed marriage and family therapist and experienced river guide in their discussion of health and healing through nature. John and Zak begin the conversation discussing metaphorical “baggage” and the importance of unpacking it alongside others. The speakers stress that real growth and friendship come through vulnerability—sharing our struggles rather than hi...

A Practical Guide to HRT for Women and Men Dr. John is joined by nurse practitioner Marilyn to unpack the complexities of hormone use in both women and men, starting with the history of hormone therapy, the legacy of the Women’s Health Initiative, and the persistence of outdated black box warnings. They stress the importance of shared decision-making, noting that while risks like clotting, liver i...

This podcast explores the complex and evolving world of compounding pharmacies, with a focus on how they provide customized solutions that go beyond what is commercially available. The conversation begins with the growing interest in peptides like BPC-157 and the lack of clear FDA guidance on their regulation. Practitioners and patients are left navigating uncertain territory where products may be...

This podcast episode features Dr. John Sanders in conversation with Dr. Jeremy Gardner, a neurodevelopmental optometrist at Achieve Family Vision. Dr. Gardner explains that vision is far more than just achieving 20/20 eyesight—it's a crucial driver of attention, learning, and development from infancy through adulthood. He highlights how vision therapy, or what he calls “brain therapy through the e...

Dr. Sanders brings on Shaunna and good friend, Chrizelle Ransom, to discuss the challenges of navigating medical information in the age of social media and algorithms. The discussion covers how attention-driven platforms reward controversy and “rage bait,” leading to viral misinformation that hooks people emotionally rather than logically. Dr. John and guests share personal experiences, such as ho...

This podcast episode explores the financial and practical considerations of bariatric (weight loss) surgery, emphasizing the need for transparent pricing in the U.S. healthcare system. Dr. Rasmussen discusses the disparity between what surgeons earn and what surgical facilities charge, pointing out that many components—such as disposable equipment and facility overhead—contribute to the high costs...

In this episode of the Voyage Clinics podcast, Dr. John Sanders, a family physician, offers practical first aid guidance tailored for families. He discusses real-life experiences and provides actionable tips on managing common emergencies such as choking, fever, febrile seizures, and allergic reactions. Dr. Sanders underscores the importance of prevention, like cutting food into small pieces for c...

In this podcast episode from Voyage Clinics, Dr. John welcomes breathwork specialist Josh Perry for a deep conversation about emotional health, masculinity, and healing. Josh shares his background in psychology and web development and how his personal healing journey led him to breathwork and somatic practices. Both Dr. John and Josh reflect on how societal norms, particularly those taught to boys...

In this episode of the Voyage Clinic podcast, Dr. John Sanders sits down with Amy Walker—business coach, entrepreneur, and founder of Exit School—to discuss how entrepreneurship can be a powerful vehicle for personal growth, wellness, and community impact. Amy shares her story of building businesses while raising five children, the turning point that led her to focus on creating companies that cou...

Voyage Clinics Podcast host Dr. John Sanders welcomes longtime friend and “pickleball bro” Jason Peery for a conversation about personal growth, coaching, and mental wellness. Jason introduces himself as a husband, father of six, grandfather of two, and someone with a strong passion for coaching, teaching, and supporting youth and families—especially in the mental health space. He shares that whil...

In this episode of the Voyage Clinics Podcast, host Dr. John Sanders interviews therapist Chantel Stratton Lund about her path into the mental health field and the importance of addressing men’s mental health. Chantel shares how her career trajectory shifted from an early interest in finance to therapy after realizing her deeper desire to help people on a personal level. Influenced by early exposu...

In this episode, Dr. Sanders is joined by Holly Hawkins for a reflective and personal conversation about the role of presence in healthcare. Dr. Sanders shares his thoughts on what it means to truly be present with patients—how slowing down, listening carefully, and being emotionally available can lead to deeper healing. He explains how the DPC model allows this kind of relationship-centered care...

Dr. John interviews Paige Moore, a third-year medical student, who shares her inspiring journey through medical education and how she became passionate about direct primary care (DPC). Initially drawn to medicine because of her interest in whole-person care and community health, Paige discovered DPC during her first year of medical school and was struck by its alignment with her values. She reflec...

In this heartfelt episode of the Voyage Clinics Podcast, Dr. John interviews Dani Enkey, a doula and mother of five, about her personal journey and professional work in the birth and postpartum space. Dani shares how her own transformation—from feeling lost in motherhood to reclaiming her identity—led her to support other women navigating similar paths. She describes the internalized belief system...

Dr. John meets with Aimee Hadfield, a board-certified practitioner of group therapy, sociometry, and psychodrama, as she shares her journey into mental health work. Although she initially didn’t believe in therapy, the loss of her brother and her drive to help others led her to co-found Hearten House, an experiential therapy center. Aimee recounts a pivotal moment during a psychodrama training tha...

Dr. John Sanders welcomes back Dr. Diane Spangler in this second episode with the psychologist and researcher. The conversation explores the biological, psychological, and behavioral foundations of anxiety, framing it as a preparatory system distinct from fear and anger. Dr. Spangler explains how anxiety, when moderate, enhances performance, but when excessive, becomes paralyzing. The discussion h...

In this inspiring episode, Dr. John welcomes Amanda and Kolton Rackham, a couple who embarked on a life-changing journey of self-discovery by walking across the United States. The couple met during a personal development seminar, where they connected through their shared interest in growth and emotional awareness. Both came from complex family backgrounds and had already experienced personal trial...

In this heartfelt episode of the Voyage Clinics podcast, Dr. John Sanders interviews Lisa Hall, a compassionate and experienced nurse practitioner, as she shares her life and professional journey. Raised in a small Utah town as the oldest of eight children, Lisa grew up caring for others—a trait that naturally led her into nursing. She trained alongside her mother at BYU, eventually working with h...

Dr. John welcomes Marilyn Sorensen, a seasoned family nurse practitioner with over 43 years of experience. Marilyn shares her journey into medicine, initially debating between music and nursing before ultimately choosing healthcare as a practical and fulfilling career. She reflects on her upbringing in a military family, living in Germany during high school, and how her father's role as the "Berli...