Financial Freedom Podcast with Dr. Christopher H. Loo, MD-PhD

🧬 Precision Genomics for Physicians with Dr. Sharon Hausman-Cohen, MD | IntellxxDNA

🧬 If you’ve been searching for precision genomics for physicians that actually improves decision-making at the bedside, this conversation with Dr. Sharon Hausman-Cohen, MD shows you how to turn DNA into real-world clinical action. In this episode, we unpack how IntellxxDNA functions as a physician-led clinical decision support tool to help clinicians move beyond generic lab panels and into truly precision medicine. 🧬 If you’re a concierge doctor, integrative or functional clinician, or a physician entrepreneur wondering how to use genomics in your day-to-day practice, this episode is built around your questions. We explore how genomic testing for doctors can reveal root causes of complex chronic disease, support dementia and Alzheimer’s prevention, and unlock advanced brain optimization genomics and mitochondrial health strategies your patients are already searching for but can’t get from basic consumer DNA tests. Dr. Hausman-Cohen explains how she built IntellxxDNA for clinicians who want the depth of integrative and functional medicine without needing to become geneticists. You’ll hear how physicians are using genomics for concierge medicine to differentiate their practices, increase perceived value, and create new revenue streams, all while improving outcomes. For those considering concierge medicine practice growth, she walks through how genomics can become a high-impact, high-retention service that patients are willing to invest in for long-term health. 💼 Throughout the episode, we tackle questions clinicians actually type into search, such as: * How do I use genomics in clinical practice? * Is advanced DNA testing worth it for my patients? * What does a genomic report look like and how hard is it to interpret? * How can genomics help with early cognitive decline and heart disease risk? Dr. Sharon Hausman-Cohen, MD shares case-based insights on using DNA pathways to guide targeted interventions for cognitive decline, cardiovascular risk, inflammation, detoxification, hormones, and more. Instead of single yes/no gene results, you’ll see how multi-pathway analysis informs practical care plans that align with your existing training and philosophy. 🧠 If you’ve been wondering how to bring precision genomics for physicians into your own clinic—whether you’re in primary care, concierge, integrative, or functional medicine—this conversation gives you a roadmap, language, and confidence to take the next step. Timestamps / Chapters (22:21 Video) * 0:00 – Introduction: Why Precision Genomics for Physicians Matters * 0:50 – Meet Dr. Sharon Hausman-Cohen, MD & the Origin of IntellxxDNA * 2:10 – What Is IntellxxDNA and How Does It Work for Clinicians? * 4:00 – Beyond 23andMe: Clinical-Grade Genomics vs Consumer DNA Tests * 6:00 – Using Genomics for Dementia and Alzheimer’s Prevention * 8:15 – Brain Optimization Genomics, Mitochondria, and Cognitive Performance * 10:30 – Practical Workflow: Bringing Genomics into Everyday Clinical Practice * 13:00 – Genomics for Concierge and Integrative / Functional Medicine Practices * 15:10 – Business Case: Concierge Medicine Practice Growth with Genomics * 17:00 – Training, Support, and Overcoming the Learning Curve * 19:00 – Real-World Patient Outcomes and Case Examples * 21:10 – Final Takeaways for Clinicians Considering Precision Genomics Hashtags * #PrecisionGenomicsForPhysicians * #IntellxxDNA * #PrecisionMedicine * #GenomicMedicine * #ConciergeMedicine * #IntegrativeMedicine * #FunctionalMedicine * #PhysicianEntrepreneur * #ClinicalDecisionSupport * #DementiaPrevention * #BrainHealth * #MedicalPodcast To check out the YouTube (video podcast), visit: https://www.youtube.com/@drchrisloomdphd [https://www.youtube.com/@drchrisloomdphd] Disclaimer: Not advice. Educational purposes only. Not an endorsement for or against. Results not vetted. Views of the guests do not represent those of the host or show.   Thank you to all of our sponsors and advertisers that help support the show! Financial Freedom for Physicians, Copyright 2025

👉 Silicon Valley Entrepreneurship With Lin Wu — From Immigrant Beginnings to Building a Fortune 500 Tech Company

✅ Silicon Valley entrepreneurship takes on a whole new meaning in this conversation with Lin Wu, whose extraordinary journey from a broom shop to a Fortune 500 technology executive embodies the true immigrant entrepreneur story, the evolution of Silicon Valley history, and the modern pressures of AI and the future of work. In this episode, we explore the insights, lessons, and pivotal moments that shaped one of the earliest engineers in Silicon Valley—and what his story means for anyone navigating today’s rapidly shifting tech landscape. If you’re researching how Silicon Valley really works, how careers in tech evolve, or whether innovation still lives in the Valley, this episode brings clarity. Listeners searching for how to break into tech, how AI is changing software jobs, or how immigrants succeed in entrepreneurship will hear real-world stories from someone who lived through the transistor revolution, the birth of mainframes, and the rise of venture-backed startups. Lin Wu provides candid insight into how the industry has changed—and what remains timeless. For founders, engineers, and professionals evaluating where to build their career, Lin breaks down the competitive realities of today’s tech ecosystem, from tech career advice to the impact of rise of AI in tech, chip war and semiconductor industry dynamics, and the truth about cost of living in Silicon Valley. His decades of experience at IBM, Fujitsu partnerships, and startup building reveal how today’s challenges mirror—and differ from—the early days of modern computing. This video helps answer key questions people frequently search: * Is Silicon Valley still worth moving to? * How will AI reshape software careers? * Can immigrants still achieve the American Dream? * How should students choose majors for the future economy? * Where is the AI race between the U.S. and China actually heading? Lin Wu’s wisdom offers not just answers—but perspective. You’ll walk away with actionable insights on innovation, mindset, adaptability, and how to thrive as technology undergoes the biggest transition since the birth of the PC. ⭐ Timestamps (15:36 total) 00:00 – Introduction to Lin Wu 01:00 – Immigrant beginnings and early struggles 02:00 – Paying for school and first jobs in America 03:00 – Entering the Ivy League and meeting IBM 04:00 – Mainframe computing and the birth of Silicon Valley 05:00 – Venture capital and the first startup experience 06:00 – The Japanese partnership and technology transfer 07:00 – Growing a company into the Fortune 500 08:00 – Then vs. Now: Evolution of Silicon Valley 09:00 – AI, chips, Nvidia, and the U.S.–China tech race 10:00 – Remote work, Austin & Miami migrations 11:00 – The American Dream then and now 12:00 – How the iPhone changed tech forever 13:00 – Who is winning the LLM race? 14:00 – Career advice for the next generation 15:00 – How to find Lin Wu’s book ⭐ Hashtags #SiliconValley #Entrepreneurship #LinWu #ImmigrantSuccess #AIRevolution #TechCareers #StartupLife #AmericanDream #SiliconValleyHistory #FutureOfWork #AIandTech #SemiconductorIndustry #Nvidia #TSMC #VentureCapital To check out the YouTube (video podcast), visit: https://www.youtube.com/@drchrisloomdphd [https://www.youtube.com/@drchrisloomdphd] Disclaimer: Not advice. Educational purposes only. Not an endorsement for or against. Results not vetted. Views of the guests do not represent those of the host or show.   Click here to join PodMatch (the "AirBNB" of Podcasting): https://www.joinpodmatch.com/drchrisloomdphd [https://www.joinpodmatch.com/drchrisloomdphd] Subscribe to our email list: https://financial-freedom-podcast-with-dr-loo.kit.com/ [https://financial-freedom-podcast-with-dr-loo.kit.com/] Thank you to all of our sponsors and advertisers that help support the show! Financial Freedom for Physicians, Copyright 2025

✅ Sponsored Episode: Franchising for High-Income Professionals with Jon Ostenson | Best Non-Food Franchise Opportunities

Disclaimer: This is a sponsored episode. Not advice. Educational purposes only. Not an endorsement for or against. Results not vetted. Views of the guests do not represent those of the host or show.   ✅ Franchising is one of the most powerful paths to predictable business ownership for doctors, dentists, attorneys, and high-income professionals looking to diversify their income and reduce dependence on W-2 income streams. In this episode, franchise expert Jon Ostenson breaks down how today’s market makes non-food franchising, service-based franchises, and semi-absentee franchises uniquely attractive — especially for investors seeking scalable, operator-supported businesses. If you’ve been searching for how to build alternative income, how franchising compares with real estate, what franchise ROI looks like, or what types of franchises fit busy professionals, this conversation answers those exact questions. Jon explains how different franchise models solve the common frustrations professionals face: lack of time, lack of proven business systems, and the desire for passive or semi-passive income. His “executive model” approach shows how a strong operator + franchisor support can help you run a franchise without replacing your full-time career. This episode gives clarity on what franchise categories are performing well, what to avoid, what makes certain brands strong investments, and how to conduct proper franchise due diligence. Jon also shares insights from helping hundreds of investors nationwide — showing you how the right franchise can deliver strong returns, tax advantages, and long-term asset value without the risks of startups or the delays of business acquisition. ⏱️ Timestamps — 15:36 Total Runtime 00:00 – Welcome + Introduction 00:28 – Why franchising is exploding 01:45 – Why high-income professionals are entering franchising 03:02 – What to look for in a franchise 04:14 – Franchise ROI vs real estate 06:18 – Best industries in non-food franchising 07:15 – Who is buying franchises today? 08:30 – Real examples of top-performing franchises 10:00 – Franchising vs startups vs acquisition 12:05 – Owner-operator vs semi-absentee vs passive models 13:50 – Pitfalls to avoid + how Jon helps clients 14:50 – How to connect with Jon Ostenson To connect with Jon, visit: https://www.franbridgeconsulting.com/ [https://www.franbridgeconsulting.com/] 🔥 Hashtags #Franchising #NonFoodFranchising #FranchiseConsulting #PassiveIncome #AlternativeInvestments #BusinessOwnership #Entrepreneurship #HighIncomeProfessionals #SemiAbsenteeFranchise #JonOstenson #ServiceBasedFranchises To check out the YouTube (video podcast), visit: https://www.youtube.com/@drchrisloomdphd [https://www.youtube.com/@drchrisloomdphd] Click here to join PodMatch (the "AirBNB" of Podcasting): https://www.joinpodmatch.com/drchrisloomdphd [https://www.joinpodmatch.com/drchrisloomdphd] We couldn’t do it without the support of our listeners. To help support the show: CashApp- https://cash.app/$drchrisloomdphd [https://cash.app/$drchrisloomdphd] Venmo- https://account.venmo.com/u/Chris-Loo-4 [https://account.venmo.com/u/Chris-Loo-4] Spotify- https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/christopher-loo/support [https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/christopher-loo/support] Buy Me a Coffee- https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chrisJx [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chrisJx] Click here to schedule a 1-on-1 private coaching call: https://www.drchrisloomdphd.com/book-online [https://www.drchrisloomdphd.com/book-online] Click here to check out our bookstore, e-courses, and workshops: https://www.drchrisloomdphd.com/shop [https://www.drchrisloomdphd.com/shop] Click here to purchase my books on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2PaQn4p [https://amzn.to/2PaQn4p] For audiobooks, visit: https://www.audible.com/author/Christopher-H-Loo-MD-PhD/B07WFKBG1F [https://www.audible.com/author/Christopher-H-Loo-MD-PhD/B07WFKBG1F] Follow our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/chL1357 [https://www.youtube.com/chL1357] Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/drchrisloomdphd [https://www.twitter.com/drchrisloomdphd] Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thereal_drchrisloo [https://www.instagram.com/thereal_drchrisloo] Follow the podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3NkM6US7cjsiAYTBjWGdx6?si=1da9d0a17be14d18 [https://open.spotify.com/show/3NkM6US7cjsiAYTBjWGdx6?si=1da9d0a17be14d18] Subscribe to our email list: https://financial-freedom-podcast-with-dr-loo.kit.com/ [https://financial-freedom-podcast-with-dr-loo.kit.com/] Thank you to all of our sponsors and advertisers that help support the show! Financial Freedom for Physicians, Copyright 2025

✅ How to Scale Companies with Kurt Uhlir | Startup Leadership, IPOs & Servant Leadership

✅ If you're looking to scale companies and hit growth targets without burning out or losing control, this episode with Kurt Uhlir is packed with powerful frameworks and real-world experience. In just 23 minutes, you'll hear how Kurt Uhlir, CMO at Easy Home Search and an expert in growing companies past $250M, answers the very questions you’re searching for: * How do I build systems that scale beyond $10M in revenue? * What’s holding my startup back from scaling up? * Is taking venture capital really worth it—or will it destroy my business? * How do I lead teams without being a micromanager or burning out? Kurt has been behind over 60 funding rounds and multiple IPOs. He’s not just giving theory—he's been in the trenches, scaling SaaS, tech, and real estate platforms. He shares how he transitioned from founder to scaler, and why most founders should do the same if they want long-term success. 💡 If you're navigating leadership in a growing company, looking for a roadmap beyond $5M ARR, or trying to figure out your next move before raising capital, Kurt’s insights offer a clear, honest look at what scaling really takes. 🧠 This episode will help you: * Understand the difference between growth and scaling startups * Avoid the venture capital mistakes that kill long-term strategy * Apply servant leadership to lead more effectively at home and work * Set the right expectations with teams, boards, and investors * Lead with humility and clarity as you navigate from operator to scaler Whether you're a founder, operator, marketing exec, or VC-backed startup leader — this is the clarity you’ve been searching for. ⏱ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Intro: Who is Kurt Uhlir? 01:30 – “You're not a founder, you're a scaler”: discovering your lane 03:15 – The painful lessons of scaling the wrong way 04:40 – CMO at Easy Home Search: What Kurt does today 06:00 – The truth about venture capital & losing control 08:00 – Traits of companies that scale vs. stall 10:00 – Founders vs. scalers: Different skills, different paths 13:10 – Execution traps in the $10M–$250M stage 15:20 – The mindset shift for effective leadership 17:45 – Personal life vs. business: servant leadership at home 20:30 – One daily practice to become a better leader 22:30 – How to connect with Kurt 🏷 Hashtags #ScaleCompanies #StartupLeadership #KurtUhlir #ServantLeadership #VentureCapital #CMOTips #StartupScaling #IPOInsights #BusinessGrowth

🎙️ Why Jason VanDevere Left a Multimillion-Dollar Business to Pursue Passion-Driven Entrepreneurship

📄 Jason VanDevere turned down his family's multimillion-dollar dealership business to chase a dream that aligned with his passion and purpose. In this inspiring podcast episode, we dive deep into how Jason built a life and business around freedom, entrepreneurial purpose, and a product that now empowers thousands—Goal Crazy. Whether you're a doctor, lawyer, dentist, or professional craving freedom beyond your high-income career, this episode answers your unspoken questions: "Is it possible to walk away from success to find fulfillment?" "How do I start a business without giving up everything I've built?" "What’s the right business model for long-term freedom?" Jason delivers insight on: * Breaking away from a family legacy that no longer aligns with your inner fire * Using the Triple L framework to discover your perfect business idea * Why chasing only “easy money” leads to burnout and why you should pursue purpose-driven businesses instead * Building a company that runs in 30 hours or less per week * How to find mentors and your first customers with no audience or funding His journey shows that the path to financial freedom doesn't have to be paved with stress or regret. You’ll walk away with clarity, proven strategies, and a new belief in your own ability to pivot toward purpose. 📘 Learn more about Jason’s book Dream Driven and his productivity system at: https://amzn.to/4nTxu0O [https://amzn.to/4nTxu0O] 🕰️ Timestamps (20:46 total) 00:00 - Intro to Jason VanDevere & his family’s dealership legacy 01:42 - Why he walked away from millions to follow a dream 04:35 - Early struggles and defining a dream business 06:20 - Explaining the “Triple L” Framework (Longing, Lifting, Light) 09:05 - How to avoid being trapped in a business you hate 10:54 - How Jason balances business and family 12:03 - How to get your first customers without an audience 14:22 - Mentorship: Finding business mentors for free 17:10 - Building a 30-hour workweek business 19:00 - Final insights on fulfillment, freedom, and advice for professionals 20:30 - How to connect with Jason + free business idea course 🔍 Hashtags #JasonVanDevere #GoalCrazy #DreamDriven #Entrepreneurship #LeavingFamilyBusiness #StartupMindset #FinancialFreedom #PurposeDriven #BusinessMentorship #WorkLifeBalance #StartABusiness To check out the YouTube (video podcast), visit: https://www.youtube.com/@drchrisloomdphd [https://www.youtube.com/@drchrisloomdphd] Disclaimer: Not advice. Educational purposes only. Not an endorsement for or against. Results not vetted. Views of the guests do not represent those of the host or show.   Click here to join PodMatch (the "AirBNB" of Podcasting): https://www.joinpodmatch.com/drchrisloomdphd [https://www.joinpodmatch.com/drchrisloomdphd] We couldn’t do it without the support of our listeners. To help support the show: CashApp- https://cash.app/$drchrisloomdphd [https://cash.app/$drchrisloomdphd] Venmo- https://account.venmo.com/u/Chris-Loo-4 [https://account.venmo.com/u/Chris-Loo-4] Spotify- https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/christopher-loo/support [https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/christopher-loo/support] Buy Me a Coffee- https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chrisJx [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chrisJx] Click here to schedule a 1-on-1 private coaching call: https://www.drchrisloomdphd.com/book-online [https://www.drchrisloomdphd.com/book-online] Click here to check out our bookstore, e-courses, and workshops: https://www.drchrisloomdphd.com/shop [https://www.drchrisloomdphd.com/shop] Click here to purchase my books on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2PaQn4p [https://amzn.to/2PaQn4p] For audiobooks, visit: https://www.audible.com/author/Christopher-H-Loo-MD-PhD/B07WFKBG1F [https://www.audible.com/author/Christopher-H-Loo-MD-PhD/B07WFKBG1F] Follow our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/chL1357 [https://www.youtube.com/chL1357] Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/drchrisloomdphd [https://www.twitter.com/drchrisloomdphd] Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thereal_drchrisloo [https://www.instagram.com/thereal_drchrisloo] Follow the podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3NkM6US7cjsiAYTBjWGdx6?si=1da9d0a17be14d18 [https://open.spotify.com/show/3NkM6US7cjsiAYTBjWGdx6?si=1da9d0a17be14d18] Subscribe to our email list: https://financial-freedom-podcast-with-dr-loo.kit.com/ [https://financial-freedom-podcast-with-dr-loo.kit.com/] Thank you to all of our sponsors and advertisers that help support the show! Financial Freedom for Physicians, Copyright 2025