The Psychedelic Renaissance in Psychiatry: Ketamine, Breathwork & Patient Care

Dr. Vipul Kella on Physician Entrepreneurship, Health Tech VC, AI & Wearables

In this episode of The Patient Physician, emergency physician and healthcare investor Dr. Vipul Kella discusses physician entrepreneurship, health tech venture capital, AI in healthcare, wearable devices, and the future of digital health. Dr. Kella shares his journey from practicing ER medicine to becoming a healthcare executive and general partner at Physicians Capital Fund, where he invests in early-stage healthcare startups. The conversation explores why many doctors are leaving clinical medicine, how physicians can transition into startups and venture capital, and where the biggest opportunities exist in healthcare innovation today. We also discuss: * physician burnout and loss of autonomy * health tech investing and startup evaluation * AI workflow tools vs AI hype * remote patient monitoring and wearable technology * software as a medical device * healthcare operations and back-office innovation * behavior change and patient adoption * improving healthcare access in underserved communities Whether you're a physician, founder, healthcare operator, or investor, this episode offers practical insights into the future of healthcare innovation and digital health. MEET OUR GUEST: Vipul Kella, MD MBA, is a board-certified emergency medicine physician and healthcare executive with over 20 years of clinical and administrative experience, primarily in the Washington, D.C. metro area. He holds an MBA from Johns Hopkins University with concentrations in healthcare administration, finance, and entrepreneurship, as well as an MD from the University of Toledo and a BS in molecular biology from the University of Michigan.  Ten years into his career, Dr. Kella pivoted into a hybrid physician role wearing multiple hats: clinical medicine, general partner of Physicians Capital Fund, [https://phycapfund.com/] and medical and scientific advisory. Currently, he practices as an emergency medicine physician at Adventist Health Care. He has over a decade of experience in hospital executive roles. Learn more about Physicians Capital Fund: https://phycapfund.com/ TIME STAMPS: 00:00 Welcome and Dr. Vipul Kella Intro 02:14 Detroit Roots and ER Calling 06:22 Why Pivot Beyond Clinical 09:55 Physician Entrepreneurship Mindset 16:02 Venture Capital for Doctors 18:07 Inside Physicians Capital Fund 20:37 Deal Flow and Fund Strategy 25:51 Software as Medical Device 28:07 Remote Monitoring Future 32:16 Access and Underserved Care 33:44 Wearables Meet Reality 34:05 Clinical Data Liability 35:19 Wearable Data Overload 36:30 Behavior Change Matters 38:01 Mass Adoption And Access 40:19 Why Doctors Are Leaving 45:03 Reclaiming Autonomy 47:32 Innovation Mindset Shift 49:40 VC Pitfalls For Physicians 54:57 AI Hype Vs Workflow Wins 58:14 Who Gets The Savings 59:55 Speeding Up Innovation 01:02:04 Meaning Of Patient Physician 01:04:47 Final Thanks And Outro Please email questions or show ideas to info@physiciansrs.com. Connect with Us on Social: * FACEBOOK [https://www.linkedin.com/company/physicians-resource-services/?viewAsMember=true] * LINKEDIN [https://www.linkedin.com/company/physicians-resource-services/?viewAsMember=true] * YOUTUBE [https://www.youtube.com/@physiciansresourceservices] * INSTAGRAM @physiciansRS [https://www.instagram.com/physiciansrs/]   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Psychedelic Renaissance in Psychiatry: Ketamine, Breathwork & Patient Care

What if the future of mental health care lies in revisiting ancient tools—through a modern clinical lens? In this episode of The Patient Physician, psychiatrists Dr. Zachary Herrmann and Dr. Sarah Slabaugh share their personal and professional journey to the forefront of psychedelic therapy. As a married couple and collaborators, they offer a unique perspective on mental health care, blending clinical expertise with lived experience to explore new frontiers in psychiatry. They explain how approaches like ketamine-assisted psychotherapy and breathwork are reshaping treatment for trauma and beyond. Healing isn’t just clinical—it’s deeply human. And the future of psychiatry may depend on embracing both. MEET OUR GUESTS: Dr. Zachary Herrmann & Dr. Sarah Slabaugh are a married team of board-certified psychiatrists who have worked together for over a decade. Their practice, HS Psychiatry, offers specialized psychiatric consultation and interventions for adolescents and adults. They apply Osteopathic and Holotropic principles to their work and specialize in psychedelic treatments such as ketamine-assisted psychotherapy and psychedelic integration therapy. The duo's values are grounded in patient-centered care, transparency, patience, and acceptance. Their hope for clients is that they find a space of inner exploration to discover their own deep wisdom. Learn more: https://www.hspsychiatry.com/ Connect: info@HSPsychiatry.com TIME STAMPS: 00:00 Welcome and Setup 02:03 Meet the Psychiatrists 04:50 Origins in Psychedelics 09:23 Training and Definitions 14:11 FDA Timeline and Setbacks 21:39 Business and Treatment Models 25:47 Inside Assisted Therapy 32:12 Adolescent Research and Safety 35:27 Insurance and Access Barriers 37:05 Who Is a Good Fit Patient-Wise 38:28 PTSD Treatment Limits 39:46 Veterans Seeking Psychedelics 41:26 Mindset And Safety Planning 43:33 Therapeutic Alliance Matters 44:52 Wellness Versus Diagnosis 47:01 Grof Breathwork Explained 51:43 Retreat Effects And Cell Phone Breaks 54:35 Physician/Clinician Self-Care 01:01:04 Advice For Struggling Doctors 01:07:55 Meaning Of Patient Physician 01:11:12 Closing And Documentary Suggestion [https://www.netflix.com/title/82047468] Please email questions or show ideas to info@physiciansrs.com. Connect with Us on Social: * FACEBOOK [https://www.linkedin.com/company/physicians-resource-services/?viewAsMember=true] * LINKEDIN [https://www.linkedin.com/company/physicians-resource-services/?viewAsMember=true] * YOUTUBE [https://www.youtube.com/@physiciansresourceservices] * INSTAGRAM @physiciansRS [https://www.instagram.com/physiciansrs/]   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Disrupting Physician Staffing and Transforming Locum Tenens

On this episode of The Patient Physician, meet Joe White, founder and CEO of SendIt Healthcare, a marketplace connecting health systems directly with physicians to reduce locums agency overhead and improve staffing transparency, efficiency, and quality. Doctors will benefit from this conversation by learning concrete ways to increase work flexibility and take-home pay, understand locums economics, and reduce credentialing and scheduling friction as a locum tenens doc. Joe traces his path from sweeping hospital floors to HCA executive roles and physician staffing leadership, during which he identified major flaws in the traditional staffing model, which sparked the creation of SendIt. Joe explains how the platform works and the mutual benefits to both doctors and healthcare systems. The conversation covers burnout, physician shortages, IMLC licensing benefits, corporatization, and how AI efficiency gains may shift expectations.  MEET OUR GUEST: JOE WHITE, a Las Vegas native, began his career in healthcare sweeping floors at a local HCA hospital. After earning his MHA from the University of Minnesota, Joe returned to HCA, where he spent nearly 10 years in senior executive roles and graduated from HCA's prestigious executive development program. Following his time at HCA, Joe joined a corporate management group focused on staffing hospital-based providers. These combined experiences, both as a hospital executive and a physician staffing leader, gave him firsthand insight into the challenges facing the locums industry. This unique perspective led Joe to launch Sendit, a solution that connects health systems with high-quality, affordable providers. SendIt is an innovative two-sided marketplace connecting physicians with healthcare organizations to efficiently fill locum needs. The platform empowers physicians to set their own rates and choose opportunities that fit their schedules and goals. Direct communication with healthcare organizations happens without hidden fees or unnecessary intermediaries. By reducing friction and increasing transparency, SendIt is reshaping locum work into a fairer, physician-first experience.  LEARN MORE: https://www.senditgigs.com/ CONNECT with Joe and SendIt: LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephwhite90/] , Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/senditgigs] , Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/senditgigs/] TIME STAMPS: 00:00 Welcome and Guest Intro 01:38 From Sweeping Floors 03:57 COVID and Staffing Pain 04:55 Why Launch SendIt Healthcare 06:15 Macro Shifts and Burnout 10:10 Physician Shortage Solutions 12:38 Credentialing Wallet and AI 14:11 IMLC and Pricing Transparency 16:27 Marketplace Autonomy and Scheduling 26:44 Uber vs Locums Experience 29:55 Gig Pay And Risk 34:24 What Agencies Still Do 37:29 Referrals Not Recruiters 38:13 AI And Physician Leverage 42:57 Quality Control And Reviews 49:14 COVID, IMLC, and Ensuring a Fluid Workforce 51:02 1099 Hybrid And LLCs 53:17 Why Marketplaces Lagged 55:55 Five-Year Vision 57:47 Closing And Takeaways Please email questions or show ideas to info@physiciansrs.com. Connect with Us on Social: * FACEBOOK [https://www.linkedin.com/company/physicians-resource-services/?viewAsMember=true] * LINKEDIN [https://www.linkedin.com/company/physicians-resource-services/?viewAsMember=true] * YOUTUBE [https://www.youtube.com/@physiciansresourceservices] * INSTAGRAM @physiciansRS [https://www.instagram.com/physiciansrs/]   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Physician Contract Negotiation Strategies with Ashley Shaw

In this episode of 'The Patient Physician,' meet Ashley Shaw, founding attorney at Contract Rx, to explain common misconceptions, negotiation tactics, and the critical terms doctors should watch for in employment contracts. With Ashley's extensive experience, she breaks down how even the smallest details can have significant impacts on a physician's career and financial well-being. The episode highlights the need for legal expertise to ensure that physicians are not disadvantaged by contract terms, emphasizing that everything is negotiable and that understanding one's contract is key to a successful medical career—a must-listen for medical professionals, especially those exiting residency and beginning their careers as physicians.  MEET OUR GUEST: Ashley Shaw is the founding attorney of Contract Rx, a law firm that focuses exclusively on physician contracts. As a physician contract expert, Ashley guides physicians through the contract process to negotiate what really matters in a physician contract. With nearly 20 years of legal experience, Ashley has helped thousands of physicians nationwide negotiate better contract terms and better compensation. Contract Rx empowers physicians by offering affordable flat-rate physician contract review and negotiation services that are tailor-fit for your physician contract. Learn more: mycontractrx.com [https://mycontractrx.com] | info@mycontractrx.com | 314-282-7546 TIME STAMPS: 00:00 Welcome and Excitement for the Guest 01:14 Introducing Ashley Shaw from Contract Rx 01:34 The Role of Attorneys in Physician Contracts 03:36 Negotiation and Misconceptions in Physician Contracts 06:22 Importance of Contract Review and Legal Advice 08:50 Understanding Compensation and Legal Terms 13:12 When to Consult a Contract Attorney 17:32 The Value of Specialized Legal Expertise 29:39 Understanding Compensation and Its Impact 30:08 The Importance of Contract Details 31:37 Empowering Physicians Through Flat Fee Services 32:48 Tailored Packages for Different Career Stages 34:44 The Journey to Specializing in Physician Contracts 36:41 The Bright Spots in Helping Physicians 41:03 Negotiation Coaching and Empowerment 45:22 The Value of Contract Reviews and Revisions 54:04 Rapid Fire Questions and Key Takeaways 57:15 Final Thoughts and Reflections Please email questions or show ideas to info@physiciansrs.com. Connect with Us on Social: * FACEBOOK [https://www.linkedin.com/company/physicians-resource-services/?viewAsMember=true] * LINKEDIN [https://www.linkedin.com/company/physicians-resource-services/?viewAsMember=true] * YOUTUBE [https://www.youtube.com/@physiciansresourceservices] * INSTAGRAM @physiciansRS [https://www.instagram.com/physiciansrs/]   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

You're the Cure: From Conventional to Integrative Healthcare with Dr. Ben Edwards

In this episode of The Patient Physician, meet Dr. Ben Edwards, founder and CEO of Veritas Medical and Veritas Wellness. Dr. Edwards shares his journey from a family legacy of conventional small-town doctors to embracing and championing root cause resolution medicine. Dr. Edwards delves into the limitations of conventional medicine, drawing on personal experiences and profound patient recoveries using integrative approaches. The discussion covers the four pillars of health: nutrition, hydration, movement, and peace, highlighting the transformative potential of understanding and addressing the underlying factors of disease. Dr. Edwards also touches on the role of epigenetics, patient education and empowerment, and the systemic challenges faced by healthcare providers. This insightful conversation underscores the need for a more holistic approach in medical education, healthcare, and patient responsibility in achieving wellness. MEET OUR GUEST: Dr. Ben Edwards has over 20+ years in the medical field. He is the host of "You're The Cure" Podcast [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/youre-the-cure-w-dr-ben-edwards/id1266700954] (top 75 Functional Health Podcasts), where he educates people on getting to the root cause of disease, and teaching them how to NOT NEED a Doctor! Raised in Belton, TX, Dr. Edwards holds degrees from Baylor University and the University of Texas Medical School at Houston. He completed his residency at Waco's McLennan County Medical Education and Research Foundation before moving to West Texas in 2005 with his wife Jamie where Dr. Edwards was the only doctor in the county at the Garza County Health Clinic. After 7 years of practicing conventional medicine, a divine appointment opened his eyes to root cause resolution medicine. He is the founder and CEO of Veritas Medical and Veritas Wellness [https://veritaswellnessmember.com/] headquartered out of Lubbock, TX. TIME STAMPS: 00:00 Welcome and Introduction 00:53 Meet Dr. Ben Edwards 01:46 Dr. Edwards' Journey to Medicine 04:36 Discovering Root Cause Resolution Medicine 08:13 The Limitations of Conventional Medicine 13:19 His Nurse Practitioner's Journey to Healing 18:55 The Turning Point: Integrative Medicine 21:37 Challenging Medical Assumptions 35:29 The Power of Epigenetics 38:03 Epigenetics and Chronic Disease 38:44 Historical Insights on Diet and Disease 40:14 The Role of Modern Diet in Health 41:07 The Influence of Thoughts and Environment 42:15 Challenges in Medical Education and Practice 46:22 Diet and Nutrition 49:54 The Four Pillars of Health 51:59 The Power of Spiritual Identity in Healing 59:56 A New Approach to Medicine 01:07:38 The Birth of Veritas Medical [https://veritaswellnessmember.com/] 01:11:09 Final Thoughts and Reflections Please email questions or show ideas to info@physiciansrs.com. Connect with Us on Social: * FACEBOOK [https://www.linkedin.com/company/physicians-resource-services/?viewAsMember=true] * LINKEDIN [https://www.linkedin.com/company/physicians-resource-services/?viewAsMember=true] * YOUTUBE [https://www.youtube.com/@physiciansresourceservices] * INSTAGRAM @physiciansRS [https://www.instagram.com/physiciansrs/]   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.