Hi everyone.

Is it time for improvements to be made in how lab tests are performed and communicated? And could getting the results of a lab test promptly and accurately be a matter of life or death? You betcha’s the answer to these questions, at least according to my guest expert on this episode. 

That's Nathan Keele. Nate is at the forefront of lab testing. To learn what he has to say about lab testing, and some of the advances we’re seeing-- and are likely to see-- in that space, you'll definitely want to listen to this episode of Health Care on the Horizon.

Among other things, Nate speaks about (1) how COVID has been the catalyst for significant changes taking place in lab testing and molecular diagnostics, (2) the different kinds of lab tests, including PCR tests, that are being performed these days, (3) the recent acceptance of saliva testing, and the many things that substance may have the potential to diagnose, and (4) what changes we're likely to see in the way lab testing is done in the future. In addition, Nate offers some tips you should keep in mind when having lab tests, one of which could be life saving!

Now a little bit more about Nate: Nathan Keele is a healthcare innovator and serial entrepreneur aiming to change healthcare across America. As founder of Keele Medical and co-founder of Vanguard Laboratories, he is leading an impressive team into the innovative space of saliva drug testing. Nate has successfully navigated both companies through the pandemic and into thriving businesses with strategic partnerships with industry leaders. He has been featured in articles and stories in The Top 100 magazine, Fox News, ABC123, TechBuzz News, and more.

Nate’s skills are corporate leadership, public speaking, marketing, recruiting, B2B & B2C sales, and sales management.

To learn more about Nate and his companies, please check out Vanguard Laboratories' LinkedIn page, www.vanguardlaboratories.com and www.keelemed.com

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Hi everyone.

Have you or someone you care about had a stroke? Or maybe you’re at risk of a stroke because of your health... or your family history? Regardless, do you know what you can do to help prevent a stroke.. or minimize the damage caused by one? 

My guest expert, Dr. Pam Duncan, has spent 50 years focusing on strokes. If you want to learn what she has to say about strokes-- and some of the advances we’ve seen and may yet see in preventing, diagnosing, or treating strokes-- you'll surely enjoy this episode of Health Care on the Horizon.

Among other things, Pam speaks about (1) the two most common types of strokes, (2) how many people in the United States alone suffer a stroke each year, (3) what ethnic or racial groups are more prone to strokes, (4) the most significant risk factor for getting a stroke, (5) recent and potential future medical advances which are or will help to prevent strokes or assist those who are recovering from one, and (6) what she plans to do in retirement. SPOILER ALERT: It's all about helping people who have strokes, and those who assist them in doing so.

You'll also get some great tips from Dr. Duncan on what YOU or your loved ones need to do to minimize the chance of having a stroke... or maximize your chance of recovering from one in the best way possible.

Now a little bit more about Pam: Pam Duncan is a professor of neurology at the Wake Forest Baptist Health. She holds a Ph.D. in epidemiology. Dr. Duncan is a clinician, researcher, and advocate for transforming stroke care at the policy, health system, and patient levels. 

She has secured and successfully implemented millions of dollars of funded studies from NINDS, NIA, PCORI, AHA and industry-at-large to measure post-stroke recovery, develop interventions, and evaluate those interventions for stroke recovery and secondary prevention to provide evidence guidelines and policy papers to drive change.  Pam is now transitioning her career from an academic one involving research studies. Her next career, via her new company, Care Directions, will look to scale innovative programs and products, and consult with agencies and health systems, to transform care within their organizations.

Dr. Duncan has received numerous awards, but her most cherished one is the AHA/ASA David Sherman Award she earned in 2020.  The David Sherman award recognizes lifelong contribution to advancing stroke care, research and mentoring the next generation of clinical researchers. Dr. Duncan is the only woman and the first non-physician to receive this award.

To learn more about Dr. Duncan, you can reach her after June 30, 2023 at her e-mail address, which is pduncan105@gmail.com

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Hi everyone.

Do you or someone you know have a sleep problem? Millions and millions of people around the globe do.  My guest expert, Dr. Phil Gehrman, is an expert on treating people with sleep disorders and bringing the latest in sleep science to CEOs and decision makers.

Among other things, Phil talks about (1) the three most common sleep disorders, (2) what percentage of the population has sleep disorders, and what role demographics and lifestyle play in this, (3) how much sleep most people need, and (4) recent and potential future advancements which are or will help to improve our ability to diagnose and treat sleep problems.

You'll also get some great tips from Phil on how you can get a better night's sleep!

Now a little bit more about Phil: Dr. Phil Gehrman is an Associate Professor of Psychology in the Department of Psychiatry of the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, and a clinical psychologist at the Philadelphia VA Medical Center.  He directs the Sleep, Neurobiology and Psychopathology lab at Penn. 

Dr. Gehrman has an active research program exploring the mechanisms and treatment of sleep disorders and their relationship with mental health.  He also is co-director of Optimal Sleep Consulting, which brings the latest sleep science to companies and organizations. The overarching goal of his work is to improve health and wellness through better sleep.

To learn more about Phil, please go to www.optimalsleepconsulting.com You can also find him on LinkedIn or through the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine.

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Hi everybody.

Did you know that an estimated 1 in 36 people in the U.S. has autism?  Those numbers are likely to be similar in other parts of the world. The good news is that there are plenty of services available to help those who have autism... and those who support them. Even better, there are initiatives and medical research underway which may further improve the quality of life for those who have autism.

My guest expert, Chris Banks, discusses these things and much more on this episode of Health Care on the Horizon.

Among other things, Chris speaks about (1) what are some common things to look for with a potentially autistic child, (2) when testing should first begin to test for autism, (3) who should make an autism diagnosis, and (4) why about 4 times as many boys as girls are diagnosed with autism. Spoiler alert: You may be surprised to hear Chris' answer.

You'll also learn about some of the life-enhancing initiatives the Autism Society is moving forward, where to get help if you are caring for someone who has autism, and some exciting medical research on the autism front. Finally, Chris gives some important tips for those with autism-- and those who assist them.

Now a little more about Chris. Christopher Banks is the President and CEO of the Autism Society of America. https://autismsociety.org/

Chris has a comprehensive background of serving the nonprofit community.  He has worked in a wide variety of organizations including medical centers, community hospitals, assisted living communities, secondary and higher education institutions, national parks, human service organizations, and religious communities.  He has a successful record of significantly increasing fundraising support, measurably improving revenue strategies, and dramatically transforming culture, diversity, and inclusion. 

Chris has been providing executive direction and leadership for the Autism Society since the beginning of 2020.  At the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, he pivoted the national organization to be a resource, service, and support enterprise for the affiliates, individuals, and families.  

Chris is establishing long-lasting relationships with external partners, philanthropic organizations, and elected officials to further policy efforts and fundraising activities of the Society. 

Chris has an MBA in Finance from Manhattan College, and his MS (Human Resources Administration) and BA degrees (Human Resources and Philosophy) are from The University of Scranton.

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Hi everybody!

Did you know that an estimated 50 million people around the world have epilepsy? Did you know that there are some very exciting advances being made, not only to help diagnose and treat epilepsy, but potentially to prevent it? I hope you enjoy learning what my guest expert, Laura Lubbers of Cure Epilepsy has to say about that-- and much more-- on this episode of Health Care on the Horizon.

Among other things, Laura speaks about (1) when epilepsy was first reported, and what the common symptoms and effects of this condition are, (2) where in the world you're more likely to find people with epilepsy and why, and (3) new approaches now being used to diagnose the different kinds of epilepsy.

On a very positive note, you'll learn about some of the exciting advances taking place that are designed to improve the quality of life for those who have epilepsy. Beyond that, there's also other hopeful news: Listen as Laura discusses efforts being taken to potentially prevent young children (and maybe others) from experiencing epileptic seizures!

Now a little more about Laura: Dr. Laura Lubbers brings more than 25 years of research experience to her position of Chief Scientific Officer at CURE Epilepsy. In her role, she is responsible for developing the organization’s research strategy, and overseeing and implementing all research programs which seek to cure epilepsy, not just treat the symptoms. Dr. Lubbers also contributes to educational activities to increase awareness of epilepsy.

Prior to joining CURE Epilepsy, she spent 15 years in a large pharmaceutical company as a drug discovery scientist. Importantly, Dr. Lubbers' sister suffered from intractable epilepsy from an early age and her mother was diagnosed later in life.  The impact of epilepsy on her family has fueled her passion to find better healthcare solutions for people with epilepsy. 

Laura holds a Bachelor of Science in Physiology, as well as a Masters and a PhD from The University of Illinois, Urbana. You can find out more about her, CURE Epilepsy, the "Seizing Life" podcast, donating, volunteering, etc. at https://www.cureepilepsy.org/

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Hi everybody!

Do or you someone you know have cerebral palsy (CP)? It’s a lifelong disabling condition that usually begins at birth and affects millions of people all over the world. The good news is that, according to my guest expert, progress is being made toward improving the lives of those who have CP— and possibly even preventing or limiting the impact of CP in the future. That guest expert is Michael Pearlmutter, Executive Director of Cerebral Palsy Research Alliance Foundation (CPARF).

On this episode, Michael will discuss such things as (1) how many people around the world have CP, (2) how this condition differs in various parts of the world, (3) what causes CP, and (4) how does CP present itself. Most importantly, you'll hear about some of the wonderful advancements that are being made to help prevent CP, mitigate its impact, or help those with CP lead a better quality of life. You'll also get a great tip from Michael on how those who have CP-- and their loved ones or caregivers-- can better manage this condition.

Now a little more about Michael. Michael Pearlmutter is a proven nonprofit leader, relationship builder, and perspective changer. Harnessing scientific research to change lives energizes him, and he is excited to bring his experience, ingenuity, and drive to Cerebral Palsy Alliance Research Foundation, where he can make a difference for the 18 million people with CP worldwide.

Prior to joining CPARF, Michael served as the Executive Director of the Partnership for Clean Competition Research Collaborative. In that role, he developed, directed, and drove the strategy for the largest anti-doping research organization in the world. He established a prosperous fundraising model that included global partnerships, cultivated relationships with scientists, helped build a Scientific Advisory Board with more than 300 years of collective experience, and revolutionized the organization’s grant administration process — all while shaping the organization into a thought leader in its space and strengthening relationships with the US Olympic and Paralympic Committee, the US Anti-Doping Agency, Major League Baseball, the National Football League, the National Hockey League, the PGA TOUR, and others.

Michael also previously served as the Executive Director of the North Carolina Institute of Political Leadership, a multi-partisan nonprofit educational organization. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in quantitative economics from the United States Naval Academy.

Michael served in the US Navy as a submarine officer before earning his Masters in Business Administration from Babson College. He's a proud husband to Kim and devoted father to twins Emme and Holden. You can reach Michael and learn much more about CP, CPARF, and how to take advantage of CPARF's resources-- or provide those to CPARF-- by visiting https://www.cparf.org

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Hi everyone.

As we learned in the first part of this two-part series, metabolic dysfunction, sometimes referred to as metabolic syndrome, is at the root of such things as fatty liver disease, obesity, kidney malfunction, diabetes, renal failure, cognitive disorders like Alzheimer’s disease and brain fog… and so many other conditions that adversely affect our health and well-being.

In Part 2, I'll continue my conversation with our guest expert, Dr. Robert Lustig, on the subject of metabolic syndrome.

On this episode, Dr. Lustig will cover such things as (1) how do we determine how "processed" a food is, especially if we are in the supermarket, (2) what are the two kinds of carbs, and which one is better for you, (3) why might COVID mortality be higher in the more developed countries of the world, and (4) what are some things Dr. Lustig and his colleagues are working on to address the problems linked to processed foods, low fiber intake, and high sugar consumption.

Finally, Dr. Lustig will speak about what changes he sees coming down the pike in tackling the metabolic syndrome crisis. And, hey, that's where the really encouraging news comes in!

Dr. Robert H. Lustig, M.D., M.S.L. is Emeritus Professor of Pediatrics in the Division of Endocrinology and a Member of the Institute for Health Policy Studies at the University of California, San Francisco. Dr. Lustig is a neuroendocrinologist, with expertise in metabolism, obesity, and nutrition. He is one of the leaders of the current “anti-sugar” movement that is changing the food industry. He has dedicated his retirement from clinical medicine to help to fix the food supply any way he can, to reduce human suffering and to salvage the environment.

Dr. Lustig graduated from MIT in 1976, and received his M.D. from Cornell University Medical College in 1980. He received his Masters of Studies in Law (MSL) degree at University of California, Hastings College of the Law in 2013. He is the author of the popular books Fat Chance (2012), The Hacking of the American Mind (2017), and Metabolical: The Lure and the Lies of Processed Food, Nutrition, and Modern Medicine (2021).

Dr. Lustig is also the Chief Science Officer of the non-profit Eat REAL, and he is on the Advisory Boards of the UC Davis Innovation Institute for Food and Health, the Center for Humane Technology, Simplex Health, Levels Health, and ReadOut Health. Finally, he is the Chief Medical Officer of BioLumen Technologies, Foogal, Perfact, and Kalin Health.

Please visit www.jeff-ostroff.com to learn more about the various marketing and communications services my business offers, such as:

(1) podcast hosting, creation, consulting, and production

(2) production of audio or video "spotlight" profiles or podcast episodes to promote you, your business, your products/services, etc.

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(4) professional voice overs

(5) meeting and event hosting or facilitation

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(7) seniors marketing consulting. (Hey, I've written a Prentice-Hall book about that.)

Hi everyone.

What if I told you that something called metabolic dysfunction is at the root of such things as fatty liver disease, obesity, kidney malfunction, diabetes, renal failure, cognitive disorders like Alzheimer’s disease and brain fog… and so many other conditions that adversely affect our health and well-being? And, of greater significance,  what if you knew what to do to prevent or reverse metabolic dysfunction?

Well, that’s what we’re going to be speaking about on the next two episodes of Health Care on the Horizon with our guest expert, Dr. Robert Lustig.

On this first episode with Dr. Lustig, he’ll share his knowledge and expertise about such things as: (1) what is metabolic syndrome and what causes it, (2) how many people are affected by metabolic syndrome, and what impact it has on our bodies, (3) how do you know if YOU have metabolic syndrome, and (4) what role the food we eat has on metabolic syndrome—spoiler alert—it’s HUGE.. We’ll also learn about some projects Dr. Lustig is involved with that are designed to help us improve our metabolic health.

Dr. Robert H. Lustig, M.D., M.S.L. is Emeritus Professor of Pediatrics in the Division of Endocrinology and a Member of the Institute for Health Policy Studies at the University of California, San Francisco. Dr. Lustig is a neuroendocrinologist, with expertise in metabolism, obesity, and nutrition. He is one of the leaders of the current “anti-sugar” movement that is changing the food industry. He has dedicated his retirement from clinical medicine to help to fix the food supply any way he can, to reduce human suffering and to salvage the environment.

Dr. Lustig graduated from MIT in 1976, and received his M.D. from Cornell University Medical College in 1980. He received his Masters of Studies in Law (MSL) degree at University of California, Hastings College of the Law in 2013. He is the author of the popular books Fat Chance (2012), The Hacking of the American Mind (2017), and Metabolical: The Lure and the Lies of Processed Food, Nutrition, and Modern Medicine (2021).

Dr. Lustig is also the Chief Science Officer of the non-profit Eat REAL, and he is on the Advisory Boards of the UC Davis Innovation Institute for Food and Health, the Center for Humane Technology, Simplex Health, Levels Health, and ReadOut Health. Finally, he is the Chief Medical Officer of BioLumen Technologies, Foogal, Perfact, and Kalin Health.

Please visit www.jeff-ostroff.com to learn more about the various marketing and communications services my business offers, such as:

(1) podcast hosting, creation, consulting, and production

(2) production of audio or video "spotlight" profiles or podcast episodes to promote you, your business, your products/services, etc.

(3) B2B/B2C market research interviews to help you identify or delve into your customers' or prospects' needs, opinions, attitudes, behaviors, etc.

(4) professional voice overs

(5) meeting and event hosting or facilitation

(6) live webinars about "how to be luckier in your life," or to hear some of our "All Star" Looking Forward guest experts, and

(7) seniors marketing consulting. (Hey, I've written a Prentice-Hall book about that.)