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On The Med List, we’ve had the privilege of interviewing incredible guests from across the medical field — but today, we’re turning the mic around. In this light-hearted episode, you’ll get to know the voices behind the show: our hosts Kevin and Donna, and our producer, Tim.
We’re pulling back the curtain to share our stories, passions, and what drives us both personally and professionally. You’ll also hear the heart behind why we started The Med List — and our hope for how this podcast will impact healthcare professionals and patients alike.
This episode was recorded on 1/13/25 with guests Cheryl A. Sadowski, B.Sc.(Pharm), Pharm.D., BCGP, FCSHP, CHE, And Roni Kraut, an Assistant Professor in the Department of Family Medicine in the Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry.
Women experience profound shifts across every stage of life—from the perinatal period to perimenopause—that deeply affect mental health. Hormones, stress, shifting priorities, and the demands of modern life all play a role. In this episode of The MedList Podcast, we’re joined by Erin Tanner, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC, PMH-C, a dual board-certified Family and Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and one of the nation’s leading experts in women’s mental health.
With nearly 30 years of clinical experience, Erin specializes in integrated care that blends traditional medicine with holistic well-being. She shares insights on managing depression, anxiety, trauma, and burnout, and offers practical strategies to help women find balance and purpose through life’s transitions.
Listen in for a compassionate, expert-level conversation that empowers women—and those who support Women experience profound shifts across every stage of life—from the perinatal period to perimenopause—that deeply affect mental health. Hormones, stress, shifting priorities, and the demands of modern life all play a role. In this episode of The MedList Podcast, we’re joined by Erin Tanner, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC, PMH-C, a dual board-certified Family and Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and one of the nation’s leading experts in women’s mental health.
With nearly 30 years of clinical experience, Erin specializes in integrated care that blends traditional medicine with holistic well-being. She shares insights on managing depression, anxiety, trauma, and burnout, and offers practical strategies to help women find balance and purpose through life’s transitions.
Listen in for a compassionate, expert-level conversation that empowers women—and those who support them - with tools for resilience, healing, and hope.
Family caregiving can be one of the most meaningful—and most overwhelming—roles a person will ever take on. In this episode, we’re joined by Barry J. Jacobs, PsyD, a nationally recognized clinical psychologist, family therapist, and longtime caregiver advocate. For the past 11 years, Barry has been the trusted family caregiving columnist for AARP.org, where he has guided millions with his compassionate expertise. He is also the author and coauthor of several influential caregiving books, including his newest release, The AARP Caregiver Answer Book (Guilford, 2025).
Listen in as Barry shares both professional insights and personal experiences from his own journey caring for parents with Alzheimer’s and dementia. You’ll learn about the emotional realities caregivers face, strategies to maintain resilience, and resources that offer real help and hope.
We also highlight Barry’s work with the Well Spouse Association, Health Management Associates, and his dedication to supporting caregivers nationwide. Whether you are caring for a loved one now, or want to better understand the challenges caregivers face, this episode provides compassionate, expert-level answers.
Between 2019 and 2025, a groundbreaking multi-year analysis uncovered just how much value is hidden in the medications that often go to waste—and how reclaiming them transforms lives. In this episode, we explore the ripple effect of medication recovery programs like RemediChain. From patients who gain access to costly treatments at no charge, to insurers who save when patients can stick to their regimens, to families relieved from the crushing financial weight of diseases like cancer—the impact is far-reaching. We also take a closer look at what kinds of drugs are most frequently wasted, revealing unique insights into cancer treatment trends and the hidden costs of our healthcare system.
In this episode, we sit down with Kellie Hamilton, BSN, RN, HN—surgical intensive care nurse and holistic nutrition coach—to explore how clinical expertise and plant-based nutrition can work together to improve health. Kellie shares how she helps busy individuals lower their BMI, improve lab values, and prevent or manage chronic disease through sustainable lifestyle changes. She also dives into practical strategies you can use in and out of the kitchen to make lasting improvements in your own health.
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In this episode, Senior Living Advisor and educator Laurie Cashman shares her journey from leading an assisted living community to teaching gerontology and psychology in the classroom. With over 25 years of experience in senior care, education, and advocacy, Laurie offers practical insights on navigating senior living decisions, supporting loved ones with dementia, and finding compassionate ways to approach life’s later chapters.
Dr. John Hsu, an anesthesiologist and entrepreneur, will share with us his groundbreaking work on reducing the harm of opioids and pain treatment. Learn more about innovative measures to reduce opioid addiction before it can become an addiction.
Hearing is an important part of your healthcare visits and how patients learn about their health conditions and instructions for best outcomes. What happens when there is difficulty in hearing?
Dr. Dung Trinh is a nationally recognized leader in brain health and preventive medicine, but his work stretches far beyond the clinic. As founder of TongueOut and a champion for global medical missions, Dr. Trinh shares how he's combining science, service, and entrepreneurship to bring healing to underserved communities around the world. From treating Alzheimer’s locally to disaster zones abroad, this conversation is a reminder that healthcare is most powerful when it’s human, hopeful, and holistic.
In this episode, we’re joined by Eric Arzubi, MD — psychiatrist, mental health advocate, and CEO of Frontier Psychiatry. Dr. Arzubi shares how his team is transforming mental health care through strategic collaboration, cutting-edge telepsychiatry, and a deep commitment to serving rural communities. From provider training to innovative care models, discover how Frontier Psychiatry is removing barriers and expanding access where it’s needed most. Learn more at frontier.care
Join us for a conversation with Jeff Harrell, PharmD — CEO of Cascadia Pharmacy Group and President of the NCPA — as we explore how community pharmacies are reshaping healthcare delivery. With over 40 locations across the Pacific Northwest, Jeff shares how independent pharmacies are expanding services, bridging rural care gaps, and driving innovation through collaboration. From sustainable reimbursement to creative partnerships, this episode unpacks the future of pharmacy at the frontlines of patient care.
In this episode, we sit down with Cynthia Austin, NBC-HWC, whose journey from debilitating chronic pain to healing and hope is nothing short of powerful. Once walking with a cane and unable to work for over 15 years, Cynthia found lasting relief by learning how the brain and nervous system create pain. Now a nationally board-certified health and wellness coach and founder of My Pain Coach, LLC, she helps others do what she once thought was impossible—change their experience with pain. If you're looking for real hope and practical insight, this conversation is for you.
Learn about the amazing work of non-profit pharmacies serving those uninsured and allowing for positive public health outcomes.
Dr. Jason Giles shares his journey with addiction and outlines effective treatment approaches for this issue. He will discuss the steps he has taken in his practice to help others in their recovery and emphasize the importance of deprescribing.
Additionally, we will engage in a conversation about what patients, caregivers, families, and support systems should be aware of, and how they can provide support to those struggling with addiction and substance use disorders.
Join us for an uplifting conversation and awareness of women’s health. Learn about gynecological cancers and their relation to breast cancer. Become empowered with knowledge.
We all have women in our lives- this conversation could save a life!
Music to heal! Join us as we speak with Olivia Barnaclo, MT-BC, LPMT Music Therapist and learn about how this therapy can help.
Join us on this episode to discuss a significant issue: medication waste. We are joined by our partner and guest, Dr. Michell Zulu, the Chief Pharmacy Officer at RemediChain. We will discuss everything from how pharmaceutical waste happens to what their team is doing to make a difference. Most importantly, we will cover how you can both help & benefit from their work.
Telehealth stands at a critical inflection point between technological capability and human necessity. Our guest, Dr. Eve Cunningham, a Chief Medical Officer at the forefront of remote patient monitoring, breaks down the current landscape of virtual care in America, discusses innovative approaches to the healthcare staffing crisis, reveals how smart technology is improving care while reducing costs, and shares her vision for a future where comprehensive healthcare happens wherever patients are.
Join us for a conversation with care management expert Sarah Bourque RN, MSN, CMC, on how healthcare consumers can benefit from care management and how providers can leverage their particular expertise.