The Doc Lounge Podcast

Measles Is Back: Dr. Michael Myers on Vaccine Confidence in 2026

Harvard-trained physician Dr. Michael T. Myers Jr. joins host Stacey Doyle to talk vaccine confidence, the recent rise in measles cases, and how physicians can navigate today's conversations with families — plus a first look at his upcoming book, "The Vaccine Bible."

Menopause, HRT & Telehealth: Dr. Cathleen Brown, OB-GYN on Filling the Gap

Menopause care has been a desert for decades — and Dr. Cathleen Brown is done with it. The board-certified OB-GYN, Army veteran, and Medical Director at Winona sits down with Stacey to unpack why a whole generation of physicians got scared off hormone therapy, and how telehealth is finally getting women the care their in-person docs were never trained to deliver. What you'll learn: - Why the Women's Health Initiative panic still shapes how docs prescribe (or don't) - The preventive health wins most physicians weren't taught: bone, heart, brain, GSM - One safe, low-lift Rx change every PCP and OB-GYN can make tomorrow - Where to get free menopause CME when med school gave you an hour Dr. Brown is a 20+ year OB-GYN, former Army physician, and Medical Director at Winona who still works labor & delivery at Abington Jefferson Hospital. Explore physician jobs → pacificcompanies.com Subscribe wherever you listen. #DocLoungePodcast #PacificCompanies #OBGYN #MenopauseCare #HRT #WomensHealth #PhysicianPodcast #Telehealth

Reversing Chronic Disease with Lifestyle Medicine | Dr. Christine Nwoha

Can chronic diseases like diabetes and hypertension actually be reversed—not just managed? In this episode of The Doc Lounge Podcast, host Stacey Doyle sits down with Dr. Christine Nwoha, a board-certified internist and hospitalist who is challenging the traditional “sick care” model by advocating for disease reversal through intentional wellness, lifestyle optimization, and patient empowerment. Drawing from over a decade of clinical experience treating severely ill patients in the hospital, Dr. Nwoha shares firsthand insight into the downstream effects of chronic disease—and why earlier intervention is critical. She explains how many conditions, including high blood pressure and type 2 diabetes, are often driven by lifestyle factors and can be significantly improved—or even reversed—with the right approach. Dr. Nwoha also discusses her personal journey into health coaching, including how her own diagnosis and her father’s health transformation shaped her perspective on medicine. With over 300,000 followers on TikTok, she’s using social media to educate and empower patients with practical strategies around sleep, stress management, nutrition, and sustainable weight loss. In this episode, you’ll learn: * Why healthcare is still focused on disease management instead of prevention * How lifestyle changes can reverse chronic conditions * The most overlooked drivers of poor health, including sleep and stress * Common misconceptions about weight loss and metabolic health * How physicians can evolve toward a more preventative, patient-centered model Whether you're a physician, healthcare leader, or someone looking to take control of your health, this conversation offers a powerful perspective on the future of medicine—and how small, intentional changes can lead to life-changing results.

Reinventing Breast Cancer Screening: Mobile Imaging, AI, and the Future of Preventative Care with Dr. Ryan Polselli

What if breast cancer screening was built entirely around the patient? In this episode of The Doc Lounge Podcast, Stacey Doyle sits down with Dr. Ryan Polselli, breast radiologist, U.S. Navy veteran, and Founder & CEO of Mammolink, to explore how mobile imaging and AI are transforming preventative care. Dr. Polselli shares why access alone is not enough, and how barriers like time, convenience, and delayed results continue to prevent patients from getting screened. He breaks down how Mammolink is addressing these challenges by bringing breast imaging directly to workplaces, delivering same-day results, and leveraging AI to improve detection and patient experience. The conversation also dives into the critical difference between early and late-stage cancer detection, the role employers and insurers play in driving preventative care, and what the future of decentralized, patient-first healthcare could look like. This is a must-listen for physicians, healthcare leaders, and anyone passionate about improving patient outcomes through innovation.

Fixing Cancer Care Inequities: Dr. Eugene Manley on Biomarker Gaps, Health Equity & System Change

Health equity is often discussed in theory—but how do we actually make it measurable? In this episode of The Doc Lounge Podcast, host Stacey Doyle sits down with Dr. Eugene Manley Jr., biomedical scientist and Founder & CEO of the STEMM & Cancer Health Equity (SCHEQ) Foundation, to explore how healthcare systems can move beyond good intentions and implement real, data-driven change. Drawing from more than two decades of experience across engineering, molecular biology, nonprofit leadership, and cancer advocacy, Dr. Manley shares how his personal experiences navigating healthcare disparities shaped his mission to build systems where patient voices are heard and outcomes are equitable. The conversation dives into critical gaps in cancer care—including disparities in biomarker testing, clinical trial access, screening awareness, and the financial barriers many patients face during treatment. Dr. Manley explains why health equity must start with intentional, measurable interventions and why solving one disparity at a time can lead to meaningful systemic change. They also explore how collaboration between payers, pharma, and health systems can improve cancer outcomes, why cultural competency and patient-centered communication matter, and what healthcare leaders can do today to close the gap. This episode offers practical insights for physicians, healthcare executives, researchers, and policymakers working to build a more equitable healthcare system. Topics covered include: • Making health equity measurable in healthcare systems • The biomarker testing gap in cancer care • Barriers to clinical trial access and screening • Cross-sector collaboration between payers, pharma, and health systems • The patient experience and structural barriers to care • Actionable steps healthcare leaders can take today