The Genesis Healthcare Center Podcast

Can Fasting Reset Your Body? | Cutting Through the Noise

What actually happens to your body during a fast? Why do sugar cravings feel impossible to break? And is fasting really healthy or just another trend? In this episode of the Genesis Healthcare Podcast, Joe Reid, II, PA-C and Ben Ezell, PA-C break down the practical, physiological, and even spiritual side of fasting. They discuss metabolic health, insulin resistance, inflammation, intermittent fasting, extended fasting, glucose spikes, cravings, nutrition, and why so many people feel exhausted despite constantly eating. This conversation is not about crash dieting or quick fixes. It’s about understanding how the body works, using food as fuel, and learning practical ways to improve overall health. Topics include: * Intermittent fasting vs extended fasting * Sugar cravings and blood glucose spikes * GLP-1 medications and weight loss * Continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) * Metabolic health and inflammation * Breaking a fast correctly * Protein, carbs, hydration, and electrolytes * Whole foods and lifestyle habits * The spiritual discipline of fasting Learn more about Genesis Healthcare at www.thegenesisdifference.com

Healthcare, Monopoly & Reform in Tennessee | Dan Pohlgeers for TN Senate

In this episode of the Genesis Podcast, Joe K. Reid, II, PA-C sits down with healthcare consultant, advocate, and Tennessee State Senate candidate Dan Pohlgeers for a conversation about the current and future state of healthcare in Upper East Tennessee. With more than 30 years of experience in healthcare, Dan shares his perspective on hospital monopolies, declining access to care, insurance barriers, rural healthcare challenges, and why he believes competition is essential to improving outcomes for both patients and providers. The conversation also explores: • The impact of the COPA merger in East TN • Why healthcare costs continue to rise • Insurance prior authorizations and down-coding • Rural hospital access and capacity concerns • Independent practices and membership healthcare • Why Dan decided to run for Tennessee State Senate Whether you’re a patient, provider, business owner, or simply someone who cares about the future of healthcare in Tennessee, this episode offers an important look at the issues shaping our region. Experience the Genesis Difference.

Care > Coverage: Rethinking Heart Care

What happens when a top cardiologist walks away from the insurance system? In this episode, Joe K. Reid II sits down with Daniel O'Roark, DO, FACC, founder of Trinity Heart and Vascular Group, to unpack why more physicians are leaving traditional healthcare models—and what that means for patients. They break down the real issues driving frustration in modern medicine: rushed visits, bureaucratic overload, and a system built around billing instead of care. Dr. O’Roark shares his journey into direct pay cardiology, where longer visits, better access, and true patient relationships are not the exception—they’re the standard. This conversation goes deeper than just systems. You’ll hear how the current model impacts outcomes, why access—not insurance—is the real problem, and how a return to relationship-based care is changing everything from heart disease management to preventative health. They also tackle bigger questions: * Why healthcare costs keep rising while care declines * The truth about preventative care and metabolic health * What patients actually gain when providers have time * And why “coverage” doesn’t always mean “care” If you’ve ever felt rushed, overlooked, or stuck navigating the healthcare system, this episode will challenge the way you think about your options. This isn’t how healthcare has to work. 👉 Learn more or book your first appointment at thegenesisdifference.com

TMJ: The Hidden Cause of Headaches, Fatigue, and Chronic Pain”

In this episode of the Genesis Podcast, providers Ben Ezell, PA-C and Joe Reid, II, PA-C sit down with Dr. Bo Westmoreland of Westmoreland Dental Group to unpack one of the most misunderstood conditions in healthcare: TMJ. While most people associate TMJ with jaw pain or clicking, the reality is far more complex. From chronic headaches and facial pain to fatigue, sleep disruption, ear pressure, and even vertigo—TMJ may be at the root of symptoms many patients have struggled with for years. Dr. Westmoreland brings over two decades of focused experience in craniofacial pain to break down the anatomy, the misconceptions, and the real-world outcomes he’s seeing in practice. If you’ve been told “everything looks normal” but still don’t feel right—this conversation may connect some dots. Experience the Genesis Difference and book your first appointment today at: thegenesisdifference.com

Prostate Cancer, PSA, and the Truth Most Men Never Hear

This is one of the most honest conversations we’ve had on the Genesis Podcast. When David Birchfield was diagnosed with prostate cancer, the expectation was clear: act fast, follow the standard path, and trust the system. But with a family history that told a different story—and a deep commitment to understanding his own health—he chose a different route. In this episode, David and Joseph K. Reid, II, PA-C walk through a 17+ year patient-provider relationship that led to one critical mindset shift: you have to take ownership of your health. From watching his father battle aggressive prostate cancer… to tracking his own PSA for over a decade… to ultimately choosing a less conventional treatment path, this is a conversation about: — What most men don’t understand about prostate cancer — Why “standard of care” isn’t always the best care — The role of MRIs, genomics, and active surveillance — The real tradeoffs between treatment and quality of life — And what it actually looks like to be in control of your own health decisions This isn’t just about prostate cancer. It’s about how you approach your health—before, during, and after a diagnosis. If you’re a man (or love one), this is a conversation worth hearing. Ready to take control of your health? Visit thegenesisdifference.com to schedule your first appointment.