Synopsis
Concierge medicine specialists tackle everything from Obamacare to Breaking Bad in this one-of-a-kind podcast. America's Free Market Doctor Tommy McElroy and co-host Tracy McElroy cover free market medicine, politics, news, music, movies, and more.
Episodes
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How to Provide the Best Care for Senior Citizens
11/10/2016 Duration: 17minSPECIALIST IN SENIOR CONCIERGE SERVICES Learn about some of the things you should consider when you are helping your older loved ones and what types of services are available. Candy Cohn is a patient care advocate. She helps seniors find the proper residential living space when they move out of their home. There is no cost to the client for Candy’s services. As a Senior Placement and Home Health Advisor, Candy guides seniors and their families through the maze of senior living and home care options. There are a myriad of choices to research and navigate. I do that for them with attention to detail and budgets. http://YaffaSeniorServices.com
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Laurence Kotlikoff - Independent Candidate for President
27/09/2016 Duration: 28minINDEPENDENT CANDIDATE FOR PRESIDENT Laurence Kotlikoff is running for the office of President of the United States. What does he think about the current candidates and their ideas for fixing our current political and economic problems? What is the true figure for the national debt? Why does he think his ideas are better than those of Donald Trump and Secretary Clinton? Learn all about it in his free book, Write Us In. Laurence J. Kotlikoff is a William Fairfield Warren Professor at Boston University, a Professor of Economics at Boston University, a Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, a Fellow of the Econometric Society, a Research Associate of the National Bureau of Economic Research, President of Economic Security Planning, Inc., a company specializing in financial planning software, and the Director of the Tax Analysis Center. Professor Kotlikoff received his B.A. in Economics from the University of Pennsylvania in 1973 and his Ph.D. in Economics from Harvard University in 1977. https://
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Kristin Jackson - Why Employers Should Do Background Checks
20/09/2016 Duration: 17minWHY EMPLOYERS SHOULD DO BACKGROUND CHECKS Kristin Jackson is a sales and relationship manager with TSI Legal and joins the show to discuss the importance of doing background checks for employers. Learn how an ounce of prevention can be worth much more than a pound of cure. Also we discuss the problem of insurance fraud and how it costs us all when it is committed. We also talk about college sports and SEC football. In 2003, TSI Legal was created to provide innovative and quality based solutions to the Legal and Risk Management Industries. This resolute focus, along with the industry’s most consistent and professional product, has launched our firm into one of the most respected Legal Services firms in the industry. http://www.tsilegal.com/
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Yolanda Harper - Therapy for PTSD and Traumatic Brain Injury
12/09/2016 Duration: 14minTHERAPY FOR PTSD AND TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY Yolanda Harper is a mental health therapist who helps clients overcome prior traumatic exposure with counseling combined with Accelerated Resolution Therapy which is an eye-movement technique that helps treat trauma. We discuss the biological and psychological basis for the way the body and mind respond to trauma. We also discuss PTSD and the work of Dr. Brene Brown and the specialty treatment of military veterans. Yolanda graduated from the University of South Florida with a Master's Degree in Clinical Social Work and is licensed in the State of Florida (SW 11400). Yolanda is a Master Accelerated Resolution Therapist and works in conjunction with the Lone Survivor Foundation, the University of South Florida College of Nursing, and Give an Hour to provide services to Veterans. http://www.harpertherapy.com
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Stephen Marcotte - Blow Through Training Plateaus
07/09/2016 Duration: 18minHOW TO BLOW PAST TRAINING PLATEAUS Exercise and fitness expert Stephen Marcotte is on to talk about how to avoid overtraining and overcome plateaus. What is the most effective way to alternate training modes between strength and cardio. What is periodization in training and how does it help you continually improve your fitness. We also discuss emotional health. What is the best way to unwind and reflect? Sometimes with a book. We discuss Brene Brown and her work with recognition of vulnerability. We also discuss weight loss programs combined with training program at Echelon-Health and Orange Theory Fitness Wesley Chapel at Wiregrass. https://www.facebook.com/orangetheoryfitnesswiregrass/
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Walter E. Williams - Is Liberty Alive in America?
26/08/2016 Duration: 19minIS LIBERTY ALIVE IN AMERICA? Professor of Economics, author, and syndicated columnist Walter E. Williams is on the show to discuss liberty, the Constitution, and moral decline. Is the American public more agreeable to tyranny than liberty. Was is the difference between a democracy and a republic and which one did the founding fathers plan for our country? Who does Dr. Williams favor in the upcoming presidential election and what advice does Dr. Williams have for freedom-loving physicians? Find out about the Association of American Physicians and Surgeons and how it compares to the American Medical Association. Also Dr. Tommy discusses the troubles of the Affordable Care Act. Is the “Healthcare Bubble” about to burst as has been written about by Bryan Rotella, or is there a way to avert collapse and restore American healthcare to an innovative and affordable system and avoid single-payer solutions. Dr. Williams is the former chairman and current professor of Economics at George Mason University. He is th
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Dr. Anahita Azharian - Cosmetic Breast Surgery
22/08/2016 Duration: 21minBREAST AUGMENTATION OPTIONS Dr. Anahita Azharian educates us on the different types of breast implants that are available and which ones are best for which situation. Saline implants are the most affordable, but what are the drawbacks. Also, is silicone safe? What is the controversy behind silicone breast implants and what are some of the possible complications. How does a shaped implant fit differently than a round implant? What causes a beast implant to ‘ripple’? Dr. Azharian is a plastic surgeon in serving patients in greater Tampa through her practice Magnolia Plastic Surgery Center. She specializes in plastic surgery of the face and body. http://magnoliapsc.com
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Dr. Jeffrey Wacks - Functional Medicine and Direct Primary Care
16/08/2016 Duration: 25minFUNCTIONAL MEDICINE AND DIRECT PRIMARY CARE AT PATRIOTDIRECT FAMILY MEDICINE Dr. Jeffrey Wacks combines functional medicine with direct primary care to create a true root cause analysis of problems and find solutions to medical issues. Dr. Wacks discovered early on in his career that he needed to practice medicine in way that allowed him to spend more time with patients. At PatriotDirect he seeks do something revolutionary in healthcare by putting patients and doctors at the center. Dr. Wacks completed his residency in Family Medicine at UMass Memorial Medical Center in Worcester, MA. Originally from Sharon, MA he received his undergraduate degree from Tufts University in Biochemistry and his M.D. from Tufts University School of Medicine. He has a passion for helping people achieve wellness through nutrition and believes that food is the most powerful medicine. His unique combination of broad-spectrum, family-centered conventional training and Functional Medicine training puts him in an optimal position to h
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Chris Yates - Concierge Medicine From a Patient Perspective
15/08/2016 Duration: 23minCONCIERGE MEDICINE FROM A PATENT PERSPECTIVE Chris Yates joins the show to talk about how having a personalized approach to medicine has helped him become healthy. Chris and Dr. Tommy discuss the philosophy of membership medicine and how it helps both doctor and patient become focused on the same goal—optimizing patient health. They discuss how a shared family history of health issues steered both of them toward a ‘non-traditional’ medical practice and why they both are happier because of it. Also discussed is the issue of branding your business and marketing yourself. As the owner of Blue Dot Promotional Marketing, Chris is expert in both. http://bluedotpromos.com
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Chris Paradies - Intellectual Property Dos and Don'ts
11/08/2016 Duration: 13minINTELLECTUAL PROPERTY DOS AND DON’TS Chris Paradies is an intellectual law expert who helps entrepreneurs develop and protect their intellectual property through his Tampa law office and an internet-based IP consulting firm. We cover the basics of intellectual law and the steps you should go through to protect your intellectual property. We also discuss the difference between state and federal protections and the #1 way that people unintentionally run afoul of the law regarding intellectual property. Paradies® law combines a boutique law firm experience with fair, flat fee pricing for entrepreneurs and small businesses. IP Masterclass is way to learn about intellectual property through an affordable, convenient service that you can access anywhere. http://www.paradieslaw.com/ https://ipmasterclass.com/
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Dr. Josh Umbehr - Atlas MD and the Growth of Membership Medicine
06/08/2016 Duration: 24minEXPLORING ATLAS.MD AND THE GROWTH OF MEMBERSHIP MEDICINE Dr. Josh of AtlasMD and Dr. Tommy discuss how Atlas.MD EMR is the most affordable and remarkable EMR for membership medicine practices. Did you know that Atlas.MD converts 9 software solutions into 1 web-based membership medicine electronic medical record that include billing, charting, scheduling, communication including text and video, and more? Also we discuss why membership medicine, direct care and concierge medicine, is providing patients involved in the ‘Buyer’s Journey’ the last step in their journey toward better health. Find out about ways doctors and patients can learn about membership medicine through conferences and interest groups. Dr. Josh Umbehr is the founder of AtlasMD a leading direct care practice located in Wichita, KS. In addition to a medical practice with multiple locations and an EMR, AtlasMD offers a free curriculum for doctors looking to start a direct care practice. Find out more at http://Atlas.md Get a 60 day free trial
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McKensie Dopps - Group Benefits and Self-Insured Strategist
02/08/2016 Duration: 26minHOW COMPANIES SAVE MONEY BY SELF-INSURING McKensie Dopps isn’t your typical insurance broker. Working in a field dominated by older men, she has carved out a niche by helping companies find the most affordable health plans for their employees. Self-insured companies do not have to comply with the dictates of the Affordable Care Act, so they can create custom plans that save money on such things as prescription drugs, hospital benefits, and primary care. Mid to large employers can realize significant savings by utilizing a self-insured insurance plan instead of a fully insured plan. Learn how a fully insured plan is similar to renting an apartment while utilizing a self-insured plan is like building and owning a home. What is a third-party administrator? Learn about employee ‘premium’ holidays that can occur when the insurance plan saves the company money. McKensie is a group benefits and self-insured strategist with Thomas McGee. She comes from a family full of healthcare professionals and she is specialize
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Mark O'Donnell - How To Do Business Networking
29/07/2016 Duration: 20minHOW TO DO BUSINESS NETWORKING Mark O’ Donnell, President of RGA Network, comes on the show to give some tips on how to make the most of your networking opportunities. What is an ‘elevator speech’ and how do you develop a good one? What should you do with business cards as soon as you get them? What is the best way to follow-up with someone you’ve met how do you ‘break-up’ with a networking associate? How specific should you be when asking for referrals? RGA, Revenue Generation Activities, was founded in 2010 with the intention of providing an affordable and effective networking venue for local business professionals and entrepreneurs. Get to know RGA by attending meetings where you can meet and get to know business professionals who are committed to created opportunities for all. Membership is easy and affordable. Wall Street Networking at Main Street pricing! http://RGAnetwork.net
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Matt Sweetwood - beBee USA CEO - SOCIAL NETWORKING, PHOTOGRAPHY, & BEING A DAD
28/07/2016 Duration: 25minSOCIAL NETWORKING, PHOTOGRAPHY, & BEING A DAD Matt Sweetwood USA President and CEO of beBee, Inc. joins the show to talk about a new kind of social networking that combines elements of LinkedIn with elements of Facebook with other completely new features to create a professional networking platform that allows you to create a personal brand. Learn how the algorithms that work on Facebook and LinkedIn limit your contact with followers where beBee does not which allows you to reach more people to connect with. We also discuss The Man-Up Project. Matt created The Man-Up Project to help men navigate their lives in a way that is healthier, happier and more fulfilling. The Man-Up Project modules include Parenting and Fatherhood, Divorce, Dating, and Big Life. Matt created the Project because he felt single fathers have traditionally had very little support in our society. We discuss the problem of bias and identity politics in society. Also discussed is photography as a hobby and form of therapy. Matt is a Panas
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Marleen Geyen - Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection and Environmental Health
25/07/2016 Duration: 15minSPONTANEOUS CORONARY ARTERY DISSECTION AND ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH Marleen Geyen, President and CEO of Geyen Group South, joins the show to share about how a rare condition called SCAD (Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection) caused her to have a heart attack. Learn about the symptoms of heart attack and why you should not ignore suspicious symptoms just because you don’t fit the profile of someone who has heart disease. Geyen Group South is a commercial textile cleaning company. Learn why having your textiles cleaned routinely improve the environmental health of your office. Learn how a properly cleaned carpet cleans impurities from air and cleans the air for employees and customers. How often should you have your carpets cleaned? That answer is it depends on foot traffic and what parts of your office get the most use. http://geyengroupsouth.com/
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Paula Mathews - Five Human Resources Tips for Small Business
19/07/2016 Duration: 20minFIVE HUMAN RESOURCES TIPS FOR SMALL BUSINESSES Paula Mathews talks about the steps that business owners should take when hiring and managing employees. What is a pre-employment process? How do you do a background check. How do you properly document an employee’s conduct to protect yourself from legal action upon termination? Learn how to develop a company culture that allows your business to thrive. Paula Mathews is the president of HR Compliance 101. She brings more than 30 years of experience to HR Compliance 101, including 14 years as a Human Resource Manager for a major corporate division with 260 employees. She has an undergraduate degree in education and is certified to train in forklift safety and other industry programs. http://HRCompliance101.com
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Dr. Jenna Ellis - The Moral Basis For The Constitution
14/07/2016 Duration: 26minTHE MORAL BASIS FOR THE CONSTITUTION Dr. Jenna Ellis joins the show to discuss the Constitution and why it is important for individuals to learn about it in order to preserve their freedom and liberty. Is the Constitution’s duty to ‘preserve and protect the rights granted by God’ taken seriously by DC or is it just a historical document to give legislators and judges some guidance on how to rule over citizens? Dr. Tommy and Dr. Ellis discuss the Convention of the States Project that will use Article Five to help states and citizens reassert their sovereignty. and the founding fathers’ differing opinions on the Bill of Rights. Why are the the 9th and 10th amendments included in the Constitution and are they followed today. What is http://LevinTV.com and are we in a ‘post-constitutional period’ as Mark Levin proposes? Jenna Ellis is an attorney, professor of law, and international speaker. She specializes in and teaches Constitutional Law. She also specializes in criminal defense practice and is a former
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Paula Blanda - SAVE MONEY ON INSURANCE
14/07/2016 Duration: 16minSAVE MONEY ON INSURANCE The Insurance Lady, Paula Blanda joins the show to talk about how things are looking up for insurance customers. Learn what you should look for in your insurance policy and what you can take advantage of during home renovations to save money with your insurance policy. What is Citizens Insurance and how do you benefit from having a yearly review of your policy? Paula is the daughter is of NFL quarterback Paul Blanda and niece of NFL quarterback and kicker George Blanda. Find out about all the famous ‘Blandas’ including those who are serving our country in the US Military. http://www.tampabayinsurance.com/about-us/meet-our-staff/
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Roy Stegman - Podcast Production 101
12/07/2016 Duration: 13minPODCAST PRODUCTION 101 Audio producer Roy Stegman joins the show to share his expertise on selecting the right equipment and software to start your own podcast. Roy is an audio producer and musician who got started in production by recording his own compositions. Learn the difference between recording with a USB mic and a XLR mic. When do you use a mixer and what are recommendations to learn more about podcast production. http://completeaudioproducer.com http://echelon-health.com/Ask-Dr-Tommy/podcasters/
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Dr. Anahita Azharian - BOTOX, FILLERS, AND FACELIFTS
09/07/2016 Duration: 21minBOTOX, FILLERS, AND FACELIFTS Dr. Anahita Azharian joins the program to discuss what options are available to patients seeking cosmetic facial improvements. When would you use Botox vs. a filler. What is the recovery period for a facelift? What is a eye lift, what is a forehand lift? Also Dr. Azharian and Dr. Tommy discuss joint appointments for patients seeking guidance on weight loss and plastic surgery following significant weight loss. http://magnoliapsc.com