Episode 111: Measuring What Matters: Designing Patient Transformation
This episode also addresses the challenge of measuring transformation in functional medicine, where data is not always the best indicator of success.
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A podcast where we explore creative ideas to spark innovation in an unhealthy healthcare system.
I’m your host, Dr. Lara Salyer, a physician and mom of three who suffered burnout, resigned and is re-imagining the way I practice medicine. After training with the Institute for Functional Medicine and Flow Research Collective, I now teach patients and practitioners how to optimize flow to catalyze their own revolution in healing.
Tune in for candid conversations with leading experts in conventional and holistic healthcare, who dare to believe a better future is possible for all of us. We’ll cover topics from organizational efficiency to creative technology to proven methods to think differently about the practice of independent medicine.
Life is made up of tiny, catalytic moments of immense impact. When strung together, the transformation is magical. Join us, and let’s color outside the lines!
I’m your host, Dr. Lara Salyer, a physician and mom of three who suffered burnout, resigned and is re-imagining the way I practice medicine. After training with the Institute for Functional Medicine and Flow Research Collective, I now teach patients and practitioners how to optimize flow to catalyze their own revolution in healing.
Tune in for candid conversations with leading experts in conventional and holistic healthcare, who dare to believe a better future is possible for all of us. We’ll cover topics from organizational efficiency to creative technology to proven methods to think differently about the practice of independent medicine.
Life is made up of tiny, catalytic moments of immense impact. When strung together, the transformation is magical.
Join us, and let’s color outside the lines!
This episode also addresses the challenge of measuring transformation in functional medicine, where data is not always the best indicator of success.
Dr. Salyer and Jill explore themes of personal growth, the enduring bond of friendship, and the courage to pursue one’s passions.
Dr. Mushtaq sheds light on the epidemic of “busy brain syndrome”—a cluster of symptoms including difficulty focusing, anxiety, and insomnia, which she attributes to chronic stress and neuroinflammation.
Explore the critical role of the vagal nerve in children’s health, discussing its impact on conditions such as anxiety, depression, and ADD.
Dr. Lara encourages listeners to confront their fears, seek support, and concentrate on the underlying reasons for their aspirations.
Dr. Gabi Meckler and Erez Druk, CEO adds that their goal is to develop a comprehensive clinician assistant capable of providing instant, intelligent access to patient information, making pre-charting more efficient.
This episode also addresses the challenge of measuring transformation in functional medicine, where data is not always the best indicator of success.
Dr. Salyer and Jill explore themes of personal growth, the enduring bond of friendship, and the courage to pursue one’s passions.
Dr. Mushtaq sheds light on the epidemic of “busy brain syndrome”—a cluster of symptoms including difficulty focusing, anxiety, and insomnia, which she attributes to chronic stress and neuroinflammation.
Explore the critical role of the vagal nerve in children’s health, discussing its impact on conditions such as anxiety, depression, and ADD.
Dr. Lara encourages listeners to confront their fears, seek support, and concentrate on the underlying reasons for their aspirations.
Dr. Gabi Meckler and Erez Druk, CEO adds that their goal is to develop a comprehensive clinician assistant capable of providing instant, intelligent access to patient information, making pre-charting more efficient.
Dr. Lara shares a valuable insight on personal investment—a practical solution for managing your workload more efficiently.
Kristen Ford shares how holistic practices can benefit from smarter, technology-driven solutions.
Dr. Flowers emphasizes that acknowledging the little joys and embracing gratitude can be a catalyst for positive change, enhancing personal well-being and inspiring innovation in healthcare practices.
Huma 1972,
Laura Salyer has been an inspiration on my journey. I was surprised and delighted to find she has a podcast. This woman is a magician. She is gifted at so many levels. But mostly she uses the latest Neuro science and creative art skills to heal and transform you. She gives you just the right info at the right time. I am a long time fan and so happy that i can now listen in. When I’m tired of my clinical duties and can’t absorb any more of the latest medical research, this podcast will make my right brain dance.
Huma 1972,
Laura Salyer has been an inspiration on my journey. I was surprised and delighted to find she has a podcast. This woman is a magician. She is gifted at so many levels. But mostly she uses the latest Neuro science and creative art skills to heal and transform you. She gives you just the right info at the right time. I am a long time fan and so happy that i can now listen in. When I’m tired of my clinical duties and can’t absorb any more of the latest medical research, this podcast will make my right brain dance.
Huma 1972,
Laura Salyer has been an inspiration on my journey. I was surprised and delighted to find she has a podcast. This woman is a magician. She is gifted at so many levels. But mostly she uses the latest Neuro science and creative art skills to heal and transform you. She gives you just the right info at the right time. I am a long time fan and so happy that i can now listen in. When I’m tired of my clinical duties and can’t absorb any more of the latest medical research, this podcast will make my right brain dance.
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Dr. Salyer invites a shift in focus from financial accumulation to nurturing well-being and self-expression, personal fulfillment and joy.
Dr. Salyer advocates for practitioners to actively listen to and understand their patients’ perspectives, adapting care strategies to match what the patient finds most pressing or achievable.
Dr. Salyer’s personal experiences and tips provide a unique perspective on using manifestation to shape a rewarding journey in the medical field and provide inspiration and practical guidance for healthcare professionals looking to blend creativity, intuition, and fulfillment into their careers.
Dr. Salyer’s enthusiasm for Freed.ai is palpable as she recommends it as a game-changer for both solo practitioners and larger institutions.
Dr. Salyer shows that complexity isn’t a prerequisite for beginning your functional medicine journey. It’s about taking that first step with your current tools and knowledge and evolving from there.
For anyone looking to blend flow into their daily life, you’ll get tips on energy optimization, time management, and maintaining balance across various responsibilities.
Dr. Lara shares practical resources and advice for practitioners to enhance their discovery call techniques and boost patient conversion rates!
Dr. Michelle delves into how something as simple as the way we walk can significantly influence our spinal health, often exceeding the benefits of traditional treatments.
Josh Zappacosta advocates for clinicians to harness data and technology to scale their services and improve patient outcomes, painting a picture of a more efficient and patient-focused healthcare system.
This episode provides a toolkit for healthcare providers to strengthen their relationship with patients, ensuring that no appointment goes unfilled.
Dr. Kotecha’s mission is to improve the well-being of healthcare professionals through her Mindful Medics training program.
Discover Dr. Cheng Her’s innovative union of medicine and meal prep.
Learn tips and techniques on how to optimize your charting process, improve patient experience, and reclaim your time!
Using “relentless imagination,” Ari Mostov is helping to reimagine the healthcare system to reaffirm patient’s agency and self-advocacy.
This episode provides insights and strategies that can enhance any practice, benefiting both patients and practitioners.
This episode underscores a valuable message: success, both in a professional landscape and in personal realms, hinges on effective task prioritization, time and mindset management.
Dr. Christina leads us through an exercise in which we have an honest conversation with our hearts. Join today’s discussion to learn more about how we can learn to check in on ourselves, starting in the smallest ways and the important difference between information and transformation.
This episode is testament to the adaptability of healthcare providers and many ways that holistic family medicine can be delivered.
Dr. Myrto Ashe shares the pros and cons of structures she tried and how different models impacted the engagement of patients and the effectiveness of care, as well as her own satisfaction.
This is your permission slip to break free from the monotony of traditional exercise and infuse your fitness routine with joy and playfulness.
The more you define your values and measures of success, the closer you’ll get to putting the “me” back in metrics!
While no one can take in every last bit of input from clients, using it constructively is one of the best ways to optimize your business.
In this exciting three-part episode, the co-hosts unravel fascinating anecdotes, inspiring talks, and the value of connecting with like-minded professionals to explore cutting-edge knowledge in nutrition, breathwork, and holistic health.
By implementing these five tips, healthcare professionals can enhance attendance and effectiveness in group visits, thereby fostering better patient outcomes and community engagement.
Dr. Lara shares, “Instead of allowing yourself to get lost in the weeds, possibly overwhelming not only yourself but also your patients, do everything you can do in advance to make the patient visit process flow smoothly. Sometimes less really is more.”
Mike Seyfer, CEO believes when physicians and nurses regain the chance to really connect with each other and with their patients, they will experience a greater sense of accomplishment and satisfaction with their work which reduces burnout long term.
Adding a nutritionist to your practice can be beneficial not only for your patients, but also for you as a physician to get some of your valuable time back.
Science shows there is no one path to health, and in this episode Tracy discusses the need to veer away from perfectionist mindset.
If you are looking to better manage your stress, seek a provider who understands the critical influence of hormones on the body.
“By the year 2040, 75% of Ag output will be controlled by less than 5% of farms. What that also indicates is that there’s a tremendous opportunity for smaller scale farms establishing more of a direct to consumer relationship,” explains Dan Wegmueller.
Using tricks like time tagging, avoiding flow disruptors, and adding more flow enhancers into your day can really help with avoiding burnout and keeping your day running smoothly.
When you make the unconscious conscious, you can then better align your life with what matters to you the most.
If you want to make sure you never dread a discovery call again, consider switching to a membership model that supports your patients’ ongoing health!
Dr. Lara Salyer explains how flow state is quite honestly the opposite brainwave pattern as grief and burnout. It’s the only time your brain produces all five neurochemicals of happiness.
Dr. Lara Salyer’s patient, Rachel Veltman, explains how neuroplasticity programs can be extremely helpful for healing the brain after limbic system impairment.
Barbara Zabawa, JD, MPH explains how to market telemedicine services legally.
Dr. Lara Salyer shares her 7 mantras to lower cortisol and guide you towards success!
Paul DeChant shares how it’s easy to blame yourself for a lack of resilience, but the truth is that the majority of what drives burnout are factors built into the current healthcare system.
Dr. Lara Salyer shares that you should get very clear on what your values are and use them to anchor you, so that you do not get off track.
The best thing you can do, shares Dr. Lara Salyer, is choose one patient type and one or two related functional tests that will be your specialty, and only target those pre qualified individuals.
Steven Sica believes that instead of healthcare facilities having to hire more staff, bringing on a virtual scribe can be a less expensive and more practical option that reduces stress and frees up valuable time.
Uli Iserloh, PhD believes that when you learn how to take advantage of AI tools, you can better educate your clients, automate marketing tasks, and get more accomplished in less time than ever before.
Danielle Hayden explains when you get more knowledgeable about your finances, then you can approach money from a different perspective and feel more secure investing in your business.
Dr. Aruna Tummala explains the root causes of mental illness are often coming from other areas in the body, so an integrative approach is much more conducive to recovery than simply prescribing antidepressants.
Megan Mitts, ART MAAT, teaches how through art therapy, people can learn coping mechanisms that empower them to take control over their own mental health.
Melissa Bliss FNP-C believes in putting free resources up on social media because this results in physicians not only educating their patients, but also positively impacting the health of people all over the world.
What people really want is authenticity and as long as you are being true to your core values, you are doing good enough.
Mehdi Maghsoodnia shares a streamlined process that will free up time for physicians, keep things from falling through the cracks, and improve the overall care experience for patients.
Dr. Lara Salyer teaches the four steps for hiring the perfect virtual assistant.
Dr. Julie Durnan shares how medical VAs can help provide the support you need to keep your clinic running smoothly.
Dr. Regan Tilley shares how to recognize inner knowings and reconnect with your spirituality. When you do you will not only be able to heal, but also have an easier time determining your purpose.
If you are interested in designing a membership program for your patients, it can be a really great way to enhance value and to make sure your patients are actually in alignment with your clinic’s goals.
Dr. Lara Salyer shares how you’ll be surprised how much better you and your team will feel when you’re exchanging frequent feedback, establishing a feeling of safety, and utilizing your embodied energy.
April Stroink explains how you can reach your financial goals and re-align your money story with your values by taking the time to re-organize your spending.
Heather Cracauer explains how getting to the actual root cause of the illnesses in the body, chronic conditions can be eliminated and there can be a reduction in the amount of medication a patient needs to take.
Dr. Kathy Stepien shares how we are constantly growing and changing, so periodically it can be very beneficial to take time for re-aligning your life with your current goals and values.
Keshia Bradford shares how to incorporate fun into healthcare training spaces and how opening up to being a little silly can actually increase learning, reduce stress, and improve overall engagement.
Jenna Rainey explains how doing a repetitive, basic action like coloring or drawing, can put your body into a natural flow state and give your mind a much needed breather from the stress of everyday life.
Dr. Krista Coombs shares how the EASY method can really be used for anything in life as a mindset shift to focus on the fundamentals and build along the way.
Dr. Catherine Woodhouse explains how to get beyond that fear and become comfortable with being your true self, so that you can reclaim your identity and be a better physician for it.
Learn more about your options for hormone testing so that you can take an extra level of prevention.
Learn more about daily rituals you can add to your routine to help reduce stress and heal your gut-brain connection.
Learn each step of Dr. Lara Salyer’s weekly planning method!
Learn more about the bias of tech and how tech can help you to run your practice more effectively.
Learn more about how joy impacts hormones, the roles hormones play in overall health, and how to begin increasing joy in your own life.
Learn more about the impact of menopause on the body, why boundaries are so important for overall health, and how nutrition plays a role in managing hormones.
Learn how codependent thinking can cause your nervous system to get stuck in a pattern of tension that can lead to burnout, gastrointestinal problems, and more.
Learn more about how nutrition plays a role in metabolic function, cardiovascular health, digestive health, and virtually every aspect of our bodies.
Learn about the importance of nutrition, hormones, gut health, and how having an integrative team approach can make a huge difference in your health outcomes.
Learn how to use empathy as a treatment model for mental illnesses and how it can make all the difference in patient outcomes.
Learn simple art therapy practices for reconnecting to the magic within yourself in spite of the patriarchy working hard to keep that connection severed.
Learn more about how to see trauma and adversity as an opportunity for growth.
Learn more about menopause, the immense role of hormones in women’s health, and how functional medicine can help meet the needs of women that often fall through the cracks in traditional Western healthcare.
Learn the benefits of creative writing, and how to go with the flow.
Learn more about the healing power of creativity, how to process difficult emotions through art, and why practitioners need to think outside the box regarding patient care!
Learn more about SoMeDocs, why social media marketing is so important for physicians, and what types of side gigs doctors can excel in with their current expertise and talents.
Learn more about the community care model of functional medicine and the incredible success rate these programs have for treating and reversing chronic diseases.
Learn about integrative psychiatry and how it differs from traditional Western practices.
Massage therapy can be used to heal the central nervous system after experiencing grief.
Learn more about the importance of education in functional medicine and the role it plays in creating more successful health outcomes for patients!
How to listen to your heart rather than your fears and how to flip the script when thinking about problems you may be facing in your career.
The importance of living life with gratitude, having hope, and thinking big about the future.
Learn about the benefits of functional medicine, how perseverance can change lives, and the importance of always learning something new.
How to control flow blockers to counteract imposter syndrome!
Learn more about the power of art therapy, unique ways to express yourself, and how art can be healthcare.
Learn more about the power of community, the three catalytic experiences that led Lynn to change her career, and how catalytic functional practitioners differ from regular functional practitioners.
Learn each of the 12 principles of a catalyst culture.
Learn how health coaches can work in conjunction with practitioners and could improve the outcome of your health.
As an experienced professor and healthcare entrepreneur, Professor Yousefi designed a program called Mesh AI to improve the healthcare field by automating scheduling.
Whether or not we want to admit it, we all engage in self-sabotaging behaviors, even if we don’t realize it.
Learn the importance of being compassionate with yourself, separating your personal and work life, and how to recognize and prevent burnout so you can keep doing what you love.
Learn tips for how to realign your work life with your current core values.
Burnout and core values are inextricably linked. When your core values are misaligned and you lose sight of your purpose, you risk burnout.
How to plot and tell your own disruptive story.
Learning your preferred presentation style can help you to tailor a pre-speech ritual that will help shake the nerves.
Finances can be a large boundary to accessing functional medicine. Here’s a way to help your patients!
The 4 buckets of functional medicine marketing that can help functional practitioners reach more clients.
Life is made of teeny catalytic moments of immense impact. When strung together, the transformation is magical.
Learn the benefits of creative writing, and how to go with the flow.
Learn more about the healing power of creativity, how to process difficult emotions through art, and why practitioners need to think outside the box regarding patient care!
Learn more about SoMeDocs, why social media marketing is so important for physicians, and what types of side gigs doctors can excel in with their current expertise and talents.
Learn more about the community care model of functional medicine and the incredible success rate these programs have for treating and reversing chronic diseases.
Learn about integrative psychiatry and how it differs from traditional Western practices.
Massage therapy can be used to heal the central nervous system after experiencing grief.
Learn more about the importance of education in functional medicine and the role it plays in creating more successful health outcomes for patients!
How to listen to your heart rather than your fears and how to flip the script when thinking about problems you may be facing in your career.
The importance of living life with gratitude, having hope, and thinking big about the future.
Learn about the benefits of functional medicine, how perseverance can change lives, and the importance of always learning something new.
How to control flow blockers to counteract imposter syndrome!
Learn more about the power of art therapy, unique ways to express yourself, and how art can be healthcare.
Learn more about the power of community, the three catalytic experiences that led Lynn to change her career, and how catalytic functional practitioners differ from regular functional practitioners.
Learn each of the 12 principles of a catalyst culture.
Learn how health coaches can work in conjunction with practitioners and could improve the outcome of your health.
As an experienced professor and healthcare entrepreneur, Professor Yousefi designed a program called Mesh AI to improve the healthcare field by automating scheduling.
Whether or not we want to admit it, we all engage in self-sabotaging behaviors, even if we don’t realize it.
Learn the importance of being compassionate with yourself, separating your personal and work life, and how to recognize and prevent burnout so you can keep doing what you love.
Learn tips for how to realign your work life with your current core values.
Burnout and core values are inextricably linked. When your core values are misaligned and you lose sight of your purpose, you risk burnout.
How to plot and tell your own disruptive story.
Learning your preferred presentation style can help you to tailor a pre-speech ritual that will help shake the nerves.
Finances can be a large boundary to accessing functional medicine. Here’s a way to help your patients!
The 4 buckets of functional medicine marketing that can help functional practitioners reach more clients.
Life is made of teeny catalytic moments of immense impact. When strung together, the transformation is magical.
Life is stressful (that’s not going to change). These actionable tips will anchor you so that you can think more clearly about how to move forward in the ocean of life.
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“Hurry Sickness” was discovered in 1974 by two cardiologists, Friedman and Rosenman when they noticed that a lot of their patients with Type A behavior had more risk of heart attack and death.
Dr. Kevin Pho interviews Dr. Lara Salyer on The Podcast by KevinMD. Listen to the episode!
Over 56% of doctors are burned out and now more than ever. However, burnout is preventable and reversible, and I’m going to explain why.