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  • Burnout: When Work Follows You Home with ICU Nurse Mercedes Balingit

    Burnout: When Work Follows You Home with ICU Nurse Mercedes Balingit
    Oct 22 2026
    How do you leave work at work when you’re still worried about your patients? For nurses and anyone in an emotionally demanding job, clocking out doesn’t always mean switching off. And when you’re exhausted, even making plans on your days off can feel like another demand. In this episode of The Resilience Factor podcast, Dr. Pamela Mehta talks with ICU nurse Mercedes Balingit about nurse burnout and what has helped her after difficult shifts. Mercedes shares how she leans on coworkers, makes room for rest without forcing herself to be social, and protects sleep between night shifts. Drawing on her own experience, she also explores when leaving an unsupportive job can be part of building a nursing career you want to stay in. IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00 Meet ICU Nurse Mercedes Balingit 01:05 How Do You Leave Work at Work? 03:24 Why Do You Feel Emotionally Drained After Work? 04:16 How Do You Rest Without Feeling Guilty? 05:46 Why Start Therapy When Life Looks Good on Paper? 07:11 How Do Nurses Cope With Difficult Patient Experiences? 09:03 How ICU Nursing Changes Your Perspective on Life 10:52 Finding a Life Outside Nursing 11:43 Nursing School During COVID 12:27 Is Working Night Shift Isolating? 13:52 How Do You Wind Down After a Night Shift? 15:22 What Helps With Nurse Burnout? 16:54 How Do You Choose a Nursing Specialty? 19:33 What Do Medical Dramas Get Wrong About Nursing? 21:07 When Is It Time to Leave a Nursing Job? 23:48 Why Do ICU Nurses Use Dark Humor? 25:41 What Do ICU Patients Teach You About Resilience? GUEST RESOURCES: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mercedesbalingitt/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mercedesbalingitt THE RESILIENCE FACTOR WITH DR. PAMELA MEHTA: YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiQ_AOy_Pd4mEXrsUN3hC6dEtSpmtQuDF&si=szS_5tqUV85kV1R9 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-resilience-factor/id1822815775 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3D3mys5DJka3zrsdKEPVs3?si=c56539bea0174bbd HOST RESOURCES: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.pamelamehta TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.pamelamehta Become a Patient: https://www.resilienceorthopedics.com Earn FREE CE Credits: https://learnatpinnacle.com This episode is brought to you by ⁠The Pinnacle Podcast Network⁠! ABOUT DR. PAMELA MEHTA: Pamela Mehta, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, practice owner, chief medical officer of the Good Feet Store, and founder of the education platform Learn at Pinnacle. Dr. Mehta specializes in minimally invasive surgery, orthobiologics, and sports medicine. She helps people of all stages of life learn how to live a healthier life, longer. Disclaimer: Pamela Mehta, MD, is a doctor, but she is not your doctor. This content is for general education and is not a substitute for individualized medical care. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    29 min
  • Prostate Cancer: Why You Shouldn’t Wait for Symptoms with Dr. Karine Tawagi

    Prostate Cancer: Why You Shouldn’t Wait for Symptoms with Dr. Karine Tawagi
    Oct 15 2026
    About 1 in 8 men in the U.S. will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime. Yet early prostate cancer often causes no symptoms. So when should you start the screening conversation, and how do your age, family history, and personal risk change the answer? In this episode of The Resilience Factor podcast, Dr. Pamela Mehta talks with Dr. Karine Tawagi, a board-certified hematologist and medical oncologist specializing in genitourinary cancers. Dr. Tawagi explains when to discuss PSA screening, why a diagnosis doesn’t always mean immediate treatment, and how newer therapies are changing care. She also shares what to ask about hormone therapy, side effects, and protecting quality of life. IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00 Why Prostate Cancer Can Be Silent 01:18 When Should You Start Prostate Cancer Screening? 03:58 Should You Stop Prostate Cancer Screening at a Certain Age? 05:07 Can You Lower Your Prostate Cancer Risk? 07:30 Does Every Prostate Cancer Diagnosis Need Treatment? 10:18 What Are the Side Effects of Prostate Cancer Hormone Therapy? 12:56 What’s New in Prostate Cancer Treatment? 17:47 Immunotherapy vs. Chemotherapy: How Do They Differ? 21:29 What Side Effects Can Immunotherapy Cause? 22:58 How Do Biomarkers Guide Cancer Treatment? 24:14 Can Supplements and Natural Therapies Affect Cancer Treatment? 26:33 Should You Change Your Diet During Cancer Treatment? 28:44 Can Biomarkers Help Avoid Cancer Overtreatment? 30:32 Can an Old Biopsy Reveal New Cancer Treatment Options? 31:22 Where to Find Dr. Karine Tawagi and Two Onc Docs GUEST RESOURCES: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.tawagi.karine/?hl=en X: https://x.com/DrKarineTawagi THE RESILIENCE FACTOR WITH DR. PAMELA MEHTA: YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiQ_AOy_Pd4mEXrsUN3hC6dEtSpmtQuDF&si=szS_5tqUV85kV1R9 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-resilience-factor/id1822815775 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3D3mys5DJka3zrsdKEPVs3?si=c56539bea0174bbd HOST RESOURCES: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.pamelamehta TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.pamelamehta Become a Patient: https://www.resilienceorthopedics.com Earn FREE CE Credits: https://learnatpinnacle.com This episode is brought to you by ⁠The Pinnacle Podcast Network⁠! ABOUT DR. PAMELA MEHTA: Pamela Mehta, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, practice owner, chief medical officer of the Good Feet Store, and founder of the education platform Learn at Pinnacle. Dr. Mehta specializes in minimally invasive surgery, orthobiologics, and sports medicine. She helps people of all stages of life learn how to live a healthier life, longer. Disclaimer: Pamela Mehta, MD, is a doctor, but she is not your doctor. This content is for general education and is not a substitute for individualized medical care. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    33 min
  • Youth Sports Are Pushing Kids Too Hard with Dr. Jeremy Alland

    Youth Sports Are Pushing Kids Too Hard with Dr. Jeremy Alland
    Oct 8 2026
    Is your child building a lifelong love of sports, or learning that rest means falling behind? Competitive youth sports can turn opportunity into pressure, leaving young athletes vulnerable to overuse injuries, burnout, and losing the joy of the game. In this episode of The Resilience Factor podcast, Dr. Pamela Mehta talks with board certified sports medicine physician and Chicago Bulls and White Sox team doctor Dr. Jeremy Alland about growth plate injuries, pitch counts, early sports specialization, sleep, recovery, and the warning signs parents should not ignore. He shares practical guidelines for training hours, time off, multiple teams, and knowing when to push through a hard season or step away, so families can protect both performance and long term health. IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00 How Much Youth Sports Is Too Much? 01:20 Why Are Young Athletes Playing Through Pain? 02:43 Why Are Growth Plates Vulnerable to Overuse? 07:35 What Are Pitch Counts in Youth Baseball? 11:54 How Does Social Media Add Pressure to Youth Sports? 13:05 Are Late Bloomers Being Shut Out of Youth Sports? 14:03 Do Travel Baseball Teams Follow Pitch Count Rules? 17:50 Should Kids Play on Two Teams in the Same Sport? 18:42 When Should Kids Specialize in One Sport? 20:44 How Much Time Off Do Young Athletes Need? 22:08 How Many Training Hours Are Too Many for Kids? 22:55 What Counts as Rest for Young Athletes? 25:10 Why Does Sleep Matter for Young Athletes? 30:03 How Can Parents Help Kids Keep Enjoying Sports? 32:31 Should I Let My Child Quit a Sport? 37:38 Why Are Teen Athletes Getting PRP Injections? 40:28 What Do Sports Clinics Mean by Stem Cell Injections? 41:53 Can Injections Regrow Cartilage or Tendons? 46:17 How Can Parents Plan a Healthier Youth Sports Schedule? 51:00 Where Can You Find Dr. Jeremy Alland? GUEST RESOURCES: Website: https://jeremyallandmd.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremyallandmd/?hl=en Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jeremyallandmd THE RESILIENCE FACTOR WITH DR. PAMELA MEHTA: YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiQ_AOy_Pd4mEXrsUN3hC6dEtSpmtQuDF&si=szS_5tqUV85kV1R9 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-resilience-factor/id1822815775 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3D3mys5DJka3zrsdKEPVs3?si=c56539bea0174bbd HOST RESOURCES: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.pamelamehta TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.pamelamehta Become a Patient: https://www.resilienceorthopedics.com Earn FREE CE Credits: https://learnatpinnacle.com This episode is brought to you by ⁠The Pinnacle Podcast Network⁠! ABOUT DR. PAMELA MEHTA: Pamela Mehta, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, practice owner, chief medical officer of the Good Feet Store, and founder of the education platform Learn at Pinnacle. Dr. Mehta specializes in minimally invasive surgery, orthobiologics, and sports medicine. She helps people of all stages of life learn how to live a healthier life, longer. Disclaimer: Pamela Mehta, MD, is a doctor, but she is not your doctor. This content is for general education and is not a substitute for individualized medical care. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    53 min
  • Direct Primary Care: The Alternative to Rushed Visits and Doctor Burnout with Dr. Aleea Gupta

    Direct Primary Care: The Alternative to Rushed Visits and Doctor Burnout with Dr. Aleea Gupta
    Oct 1 2026
    When patients feel rushed and doctors feel burned out, the problem may be bigger than either person in the exam room. Direct primary care offers an alternative built around longer visits, direct access, transparent pricing, and smaller patient panels. But how does it work, what does it cost, and who is it right for? In this episode of The Resilience Factor podcast, Dr. Pamela Mehta talks with Aleea Gupta, MD, a board certified family physician and founder of Family First Direct Primary Care. Dr. Gupta explains what a DPC membership covers, how it differs from concierge medicine, and why patients may still need insurance for emergencies, specialists, and hospital care. She also shares how she launched and grew her practice, protected herself from burnout, and reclaimed the doctor patient relationship. IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00 Why Do Primary Care Appointments Feel So Rushed? 01:15 What Is Causing Doctor Burnout in Primary Care? 02:44 What Is Direct Primary Care? 04:28 How Do Doctors Start a Direct Primary Care Practice? 05:51 How Much Does Direct Primary Care Cost? 09:40 15 Minute vs. 60 Minute Doctor Appointments 10:53 Direct Primary Care vs. Concierge Medicine 11:54 Do You Still Need Health Insurance With DPC? 14:13 Can Direct Primary Care Improve Patient Access? 17:11 Direct Primary Care Challenges and Physician Boundaries 19:48 How Can Patients Use Direct Primary Care? 21:07 How Much Do Lab Tests and MRIs Cost Without Insurance? 24:47 Can You Trust ChatGPT for Medical Advice? 28:04 Should New Doctors Open a DPC Practice? 30:28 How to Market and Grow a DPC Practice 33:01 How to Find a Direct Primary Care Doctor 35:01 Can Independent Practice Reduce Physician Burnout? GUEST RESOURCES: Family First Direct Primary Care: https://www.familyfirstdirectprimarycare.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.aleeagupta/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.aleeagupta THE RESILIENCE FACTOR WITH DR. PAMELA MEHTA: YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiQ_AOy_Pd4mEXrsUN3hC6dEtSpmtQuDF&si=szS_5tqUV85kV1R9 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-resilience-factor/id1822815775 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3D3mys5DJka3zrsdKEPVs3?si=c56539bea0174bbd HOST RESOURCES: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.pamelamehta TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.pamelamehta Become a Patient: https://www.resilienceorthopedics.com Earn FREE CE Credits: https://learnatpinnacle.com This episode is brought to you by ⁠The Pinnacle Podcast Network⁠! ABOUT DR. PAMELA MEHTA: Pamela Mehta, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, practice owner, chief medical officer of the Good Feet Store, and founder of the education platform Learn at Pinnacle. Dr. Mehta specializes in minimally invasive surgery, orthobiologics, and sports medicine. She helps people of all stages of life learn how to live a healthier life, longer. Disclaimer: Pamela Mehta, MD, is a doctor, but she is not your doctor. This content is for general education and is not a substitute for individualized medical care. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    47 min
  • How to Catch Breast Cancer Earlier with Breast Radiologist Dr. Sonya Bhole

    How to Catch Breast Cancer Earlier with Breast Radiologist Dr. Sonya Bhole
    Sep 24 2026
    Catching breast cancer earlier starts with knowing your personal risk, not just waiting for a mammogram at 40. By 25, every woman should have a breast cancer risk assessment, because family history, breast density, and other risk factors can change when screening should begin and whether a mammogram is enough. In this episode of The Resilience Factor podcast, Dr. Pamela Mehta talks with board certified breast radiologist Dr. Sonya Bhole about breast cancer screening, mammograms, MRI, ultrasound, and early detection. They explain who may need screening before 40, what dense breasts mean, what a mammogram callback means, and how to make informed decisions without fear. IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00 Breast Cancer Screening: Why Age 40 Is Not the Whole Story 00:48 Why Breast Cancer Risk Assessment Starts by 25 02:25 How Personal Breast Cancer Risk Is Assessed 03:25 Who Needs Breast Cancer Screening Before 40? 04:30 What to Know Before Your First Mammogram 07:06 How Often Should You Get a Mammogram? 08:37 What to Expect at Your First Mammogram 11:02 How AI Is Changing Breast Cancer Detection 14:07 Dense Breasts and Supplemental Breast Screening 16:53 What Does a Mammogram Callback Mean? 18:30 Evidence Based Ways to Lower Breast Cancer Risk 22:38 How to Build a Personalized High Risk Screening Plan 23:29 Mammogram Myths: Radiation, Compression, and Family History 26:16 Barriers to Breast Cancer Screening and Access 27:40 The Future of Early Breast Cancer Detection GUEST RESOURCES: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youreadoctorright THE RESILIENCE FACTOR WITH DR. PAMELA MEHTA: YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiQ_AOy_Pd4mEXrsUN3hC6dEtSpmtQuDF&si=szS_5tqUV85kV1R9 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-resilience-factor/id1822815775 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3D3mys5DJka3zrsdKEPVs3?si=c56539bea0174bbd HOST RESOURCES: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.pamelamehta TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.pamelamehta Become a Patient: https://www.resilienceorthopedics.com Earn FREE CE Credits: https://learnatpinnacle.com This episode is brought to you by ⁠The Pinnacle Podcast Network⁠! ABOUT DR. PAMELA MEHTA: Pamela Mehta, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, practice owner, chief medical officer of the Good Feet Store, and founder of the education platform Learn at Pinnacle. Dr. Mehta specializes in minimally invasive surgery, orthobiologics, and sports medicine. She helps people of all stages of life learn how to live a healthier life, longer. Disclaimer: Pamela Mehta, MD, is a doctor, but she is not your doctor. This content is for general education and is not a substitute for individualized medical care. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    30 min
  • Dr. Z: The Cost of Becoming Exceptional

    Dr. Z: The Cost of Becoming Exceptional
    Sep 17 2026
    Neurosurgeon Dr. Zayed Almadidy, known online as Dr. Z, joins Dr. Pamela Mehta to talk about the real cost of becoming exceptional. In a field where there is no room for “good enough,” Dr. Z shares what it takes to stay calm under pressure, avoid mediocrity, and keep improving when the stakes are life changing. But this conversation goes beyond neurosurgery. It’s about ambition, sacrifice, family, health, and the moments no achievement can give back. If you’ve ever wondered whether becoming exceptional has to mean losing yourself along the way, this episode is for you. IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00 Can You Be Ambitious Without Losing Yourself? 01:07 Why Neurosurgery Has No Room for Mediocrity 01:40 When Is Spine Surgery Actually Necessary? 03:44 What to Try Before Spine Surgery 06:29 When Perfectionism Becomes Dangerous 08:27 How Surgeons Make High-Stakes Decisions 10:16 How Surgeons Stay Calm Under Pressure 12:35 How to Train Yourself to Handle Discomfort 13:37 Where the Drive to Become Exceptional Comes From 16:44 How Surgeons Recover From Complications 20:38 The Real Cost of Becoming a Neurosurgeon 22:26 Career Advice for Neurosurgery Residents 23:40 What Neurosurgery Residency Is Really Like 26:52 How Dr. Z Built an Audience of 1 Million+ 29:17 Can You Be Exceptional and Have Work-Life Balance? 30:46 Specialist vs. Generalist: Which Is Better? 33:25 How High Performers Protect Their Health 36:32 Would a Neurosurgeon Let His Kids Play Football? 37:23 Is Rugby Safer Than Football? 38:01 Does Playing Soccer Increase Dementia Risk? 39:18 How to Reduce Your Risk of Dementia 42:23 What Does Success Look Like After Achieving Your Dream? GUEST RESOURCES: Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/dr.z_neurosurgery/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.z_neurosurgery Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrZNeuro/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drzneurosurgery/ THE RESILIENCE FACTOR WITH DR. PAMELA MEHTA: YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiQ_AOy_Pd4mEXrsUN3hC6dEtSpmtQuDF&si=szS_5tqUV85kV1R9 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-resilience-factor/id1822815775 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3D3mys5DJka3zrsdKEPVs3?si=c56539bea0174bbd HOST RESOURCES: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.pamelamehta TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.pamelamehta Become a Patient: https://www.resilienceorthopedics.com Earn FREE CE Credits: https://learnatpinnacle.com This episode is brought to you by ⁠The Pinnacle Podcast Network⁠! ABOUT DR. PAMELA MEHTA: Pamela Mehta, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, practice owner, chief medical officer of the Good Feet Store, and founder of the education platform Learn at Pinnacle. Dr. Mehta specializes in minimally invasive surgery, orthobiologics, and sports medicine. She helps people of all stages of life learn how to live a healthier life, longer. Disclaimer: Pamela Mehta, MD, is a doctor, but she is not your doctor. This content is for general education and is not a substitute for individualized medical care. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    46 min
  • Aging Gracefully Without Looking Overdone with Dermatologist Dr. Lilly-Rose Paraskevas

    Aging Gracefully Without Looking Overdone with Dermatologist Dr. Lilly-Rose Paraskevas
    Sep 10 2026
    Anti-aging is about more than smoothing wrinkles or choosing the latest skincare treatment. Volume loss, bone structure, facial movement, and sun damage can all affect how your face looks, which means the wrinkle or feature you notice may not be what is making you look tired or older. With so many products and procedures available, how do you know what could help and what could leave you looking overdone? In this episode of The Resilience Factor, Dr. Pamela Mehta, talks with Dr. Lilly-Rose Paraskevas, a board-certified dermatologist and founder of Rose Dermatology. They explain how the face changes with age, why natural-looking rejuvenation requires considering the face as a whole, when skincare, Botox, filler, lasers, and microneedling may help, and how to avoid trends and treatments that do not fit your features or goals. IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00 Anti-Aging Without Looking Overdone 01:46 What Makes a Face Look Older? 03:54 What Is a Simple Anti-Aging Skincare Routine? 06:09 Does Drinking Water Improve Your Skin? 07:10 How Does Pollution Affect Your Skin? 08:43 Meet Dermatologist Dr. Lilly-Rose Paraskevas 13:16 What Are the First Signs of Facial Aging? 15:25 How Do Dermatologists Create Natural-Looking Results? 17:47 When Should You Start Botox? 22:04 How Does Sleep Affect Your Skin? 22:53 Does Sleeping on Your Side Cause Wrinkles? 24:21 How Do You Treat Aging Hands and Chest? 25:27 What Is Full-Face Balancing? 27:58 How Do You Know When Filler Looks Overdone? 29:24 Should You Dissolve Under-Eye Filler? 30:02 Which Lip Filler Trends Should You Avoid? 31:38 Which Anti-Aging Skin Treatments Actually Work? 33:32 Can Microneedling Improve Aging Skin on the Body? 36:02 PRP vs. Exosomes for Skin Rejuvenation 37:25 How Is AI Used in Dermatology? 40:11 Does Estrogen Cream Help Aging Skin? 42:08 How Should You Prepare for a Cosmetic Consultation? 42:36 Can You Age Gracefully With Cosmetic Treatments? 43:34 When Is It Time to Consider a Facelift? 45:02 Where to Find Dr. Lilly-Rose Paraskevas GUEST RESOURCES: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosedermnyc/ Website: https://www.rosederm.com/ THE RESILIENCE FACTOR WITH DR. PAMELA MEHTA: YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiQ_AOy_Pd4mEXrsUN3hC6dEtSpmtQuDF&si=szS_5tqUV85kV1R9 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-resilience-factor/id1822815775 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3D3mys5DJka3zrsdKEPVs3?si=c56539bea0174bbd HOST RESOURCES: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.pamelamehta TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.pamelamehta Become a Patient: https://www.resilienceorthopedics.com Earn FREE CE Credits: https://learnatpinnacle.com This episode is brought to you by ⁠The Pinnacle Podcast Network⁠! ABOUT DR. PAMELA MEHTA: Pamela Mehta, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, practice owner, chief medical officer of the Good Feet Store, and founder of the education platform Learn at Pinnacle. Dr. Mehta specializes in minimally invasive surgery, orthobiologics, and sports medicine. She helps people of all stages of life learn how to live a healthier life, longer. Disclaimer: Pamela Mehta, MD, is a doctor, but she is not your doctor. This content is for general education and is not a substitute for individualized medical care. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    47 min
  • Injury Recovery: How to Heal and Get Back to Doing What You Love with Dr. Rena Eleazar

    Injury Recovery: How to Heal and Get Back to Doing What You Love with Dr. Rena Eleazar
    Sep 3 2026
    When you're injured, you want to heal as quickly as possible and get back to doing what you love. But what actually helps an injury heal, and what could slow your recovery down? On The Resilience Factor, orthopedic surgeon Dr. Pamela Mehta talks with board-certified sports physical therapist and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist Dr. Rena Eleazar about what supports injury healing from the first days through the return to activity. They discuss how fueling, sleep, stress, and pain-free movement may affect recovery, why complete rest is not always the answer, and how progressive strength and confidence help prepare the body to get back to doing what you love. IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00 How Can You Help Your Body Heal After an Injury? 01:29 What Does Injury Recovery Really Require? 03:23 How Do Sleep, Nutrition, and Stress Affect Injury Healing? 05:02 What Should You Eat to Help an Injury Heal? 06:08 Why Does Pain Return After Physical Therapy? 07:49 Does Pain Mean You Are Injured Again? 08:54 How Much Sleep Do Athletes Need for Recovery? 11:35 How Does Sports Rehabilitation Change for Different Athletes? 14:48 What Should You Do in the First 48 Hours After an Injury? 15:35 RICE vs. PEACE & LOVE: What Should You Do After an Injury? 18:33 Should You Rest or Move After an Injury? 20:33 How Do You Rebuild Confidence After an Injury? 23:16 Rena Eleazar's Injury and Physical Therapy Story 28:35 Should Women Change Training During Their Menstrual Cycle? 31:52 Does Weightlifting Make Women Bulky? 33:34 How Should Beginners Start Strength Training? 36:19 How Do Athletes Cope With an Injury? GUEST RESOURCES: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renaeleazarpt/ THE RESILIENCE FACTOR WITH DR. PAMELA MEHTA: YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiQ_AOy_Pd4mEXrsUN3hC6dEtSpmtQuDF&si=szS_5tqUV85kV1R9 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-resilience-factor/id1822815775 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3D3mys5DJka3zrsdKEPVs3?si=c56539bea0174bbd HOST RESOURCES: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.pamelamehta TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.pamelamehta Become a Patient: https://www.resilienceorthopedics.com Earn FREE CE Credits: https://learnatpinnacle.com This episode is brought to you by ⁠The Pinnacle Podcast Network⁠! ABOUT DR. PAMELA MEHTA: Pamela Mehta, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, practice owner, chief medical officer of the Good Feet Store, and founder of the education platform Learn at Pinnacle. Dr. Mehta specializes in minimally invasive surgery, orthobiologics, and sports medicine. She helps people of all stages of life learn how to live a healthier life, longer. Disclaimer: Pamela Mehta, MD, is a doctor, but she is not your doctor. This content is for general education and is not a substitute for individualized medical care. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    40 min