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  • Why Physical Therapy Is Key for Pain Relief and Full Body Recovery | Dr. Jen Fraboni

    Why Physical Therapy Is Key for Pain Relief and Full Body Recovery | Dr. Jen Fraboni
    Apr 9 2026
    In this episode of The Resilience Factor, Dr. Pamela Mehta sits down with Dr. Jen Fraboni (widely known as Doc Jen Fit), a Doctor of Physical Therapy who is dismantling the "passive fix" mentality in modern healthcare. As an orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Mehta explores the vital bridge between surgery and physical therapy, highlighting why even the most perfect procedure fails without the right movement foundation. This conversation is for anyone who has ever felt "broken" by an MRI result or stuck in a cycle of chronic pain, offering a refreshing look at how our life stress, breath, and movement choices dictate our physical reality. What You’ll Learn: The surprising "biopsychosocial" factors that influence chronic low back pain beyond what an MRI shows. Why the "passive treatment" trap of massage and ultrasound often prevents true joint mobility and long-term recovery. The essential role of prehab in ensuring successful surgical outcomes for complex conditions like frozen shoulder. How hormonal shifts during perimenopause and pregnancy impact pelvic floor health and ligament laxity. The "non-sexy" daily habit that serves as the foundation for core stability and nervous system regulation. Guest Resources: Guest App: Jen Health App (Access free videos on knee, back, and hip pain) Podcast: The Optimal Body Podcast with Doc Jen and Dr. Dom Instagram: @docjenfit YouTube: Doc Jen Fit Website: https://jen.health/ Host Resources: Instagram: @dr.pamelamehta Youtube Channel: Pamela Mehta MD Become a Patient: Resilience Orthopedics Earn FREE CE Credit: Learn at Pinnacle App This episode is brought to you by The Pinnacle Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • Mental Resilience and the Pressure to Belong | Roundtable

    Mental Resilience and the Pressure to Belong | Roundtable
    Apr 2 2026
    Dr. Pamela Mehta hosts her very first round table discussion, bringing together guests Kikau, Dana, and Jess to bridge the gap between the high-stakes world of theater and the gritty reality of mental resilience. Drawing from fifteen years as an orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Mehta explores why physical healing often takes a backseat to the psychological battles of belonging and isolation. This conversation moves past medical jargon to look at the human "why" behind the masks we wear, especially for young people navigating a world that demands they be "found" while they're still busy getting lost. What You’ll Learn: The hidden parallel between physical recovery and mental resilience that determines why some patients thrive while others struggle. The high-stakes "survival tactic" behind adolescent social anxiety and why a "white lie" is often a desperate bid for human connection. How the digital landscape and social media have fundamentally rewired the "tribe" mentality and the "Herculean task" of in-person interaction. The strategic "secret sauce" of inclusive theater that builds community and allows different skill levels to rise to a singular, professional occasion. Creative ways for parents to use artistic performances as a low-pressure entry point for discussing heavy topics like depression and accountability. Guest Socials: Jess Decker: https://www.instagram.com/licensedtolisten/ CMT San Jose: https://www.instagram.com/cmtsj/ Theater Company: CMT San Jose Resources: Instagram: @dr.pamelamehta Youtube Channel: Pamela Mehta MD Become a Patient: Resilience Orthopedics Earn FREE CE Credit: Learn at Pinnacle App This episode is brought to you by The Pinnacle Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • What You Need To Know About Stem Cells And Healing | Dr. Mari Mitrani

    What You Need To Know About Stem Cells And Healing | Dr. Mari Mitrani
    Mar 26 2026
    In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Mari Mitrani, a physician-scientist who pivoted from a traditional medical path to pioneer a field that didn't even exist twenty years ago. From her early days witnessing "miracles" in a small clinic in Ecuador to navigating high-stakes FDA approvals for COVID-19 therapeutics, Dr. Mitrani discusses why she chose to bypass the "big boys" of pharma to build her own biotech empire. It is a conversation about the grit required to innovate at the cellular level and the profound human impact of reigniting the body’s stalled healing processes. What You’ll Learn: The critical mechanical distinction between autologous stem cells and perinatal-derived therapies for tissue repair. How microscopic lipid vesicles act as the body's internal email system to coordinate complex healing responses. The surprising way exosome therapeutics transitioned from treating chronic lung injury to becoming a front-line defense against the cytokine storm. Why the "blank cell" nature of undifferentiated cells allows them to act as "generals" for the human immune system. The regulatory evolution of regenerative medicine and what patients must look for in a Certificate of Analysis to ensure safety. Find Mari Mitrani Instagram: @DrMariMitrani Resources: Instagram: @dr.pamelamehta Youtube Channel: Pamela Mehta MD Become a Patient: Resilience Orthopedics Earn FREE CE Credit: Learn at Pinnacle App This episode is brought to you by The Pinnacle Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • Why Your Mindset Is The Secret To Faster Post-Surgical Healing | Kate Ferguson

    Why Your Mindset Is The Secret To Faster Post-Surgical Healing | Kate Ferguson
    Mar 19 2026
    What mindfulness looks like in the middle of a high-stress clinic day is often very different from the calm, polished images we see on social media. In this episode, host Dr. Pamela Mehta sits down with mindfulness coach and educator Kate Ferguson to strip away the "clichés" and look at the actual mechanics of resilience. They explore how simple, sensory shifts can help healthcare professionals and busy parents move out of habitual stress responses and back into the present moment. What You’ll Learn: The fastest way out of your mind and into the body during high-pressure medical environments. How to utilize specific micro-practices to achieve internal homeostasis before starting your clinical day. The unique connection between "anchors" and neural pathways that dictates your capacity for sustainable resilience. Practical strategies for using neuroplasticity to shift from reactive parenting to compassionate, embodied presence. How integrating a "body scan" into post-surgical recovery can fundamentally alter a patient's healing trajectory. Find Kate Ferguson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kateferguson_mindfulness/ Resources: Instagram: @dr.pamelamehta Youtube Channel: Pamela Mehta MD Become a Patient: Resilience Orthopedics Earn FREE CE Credit: Learn at Pinnacle App This episode is brought to you by The Pinnacle Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • Inside the Mind of an NHL Emergency Goalie: Resilience, Sobriety, and Second Chances | Max Duggan

    Inside the Mind of an NHL Emergency Goalie: Resilience, Sobriety, and Second Chances | Max Duggan
    Mar 12 2026
    Imagine standing in a locker room knowing you might be called into an NHL game at any second or perhaps never at all. Max Duggan joins Dr. Pamela Mehta to discuss the mental gymnastics of being the emergency backup goalie for the San Jose Sharks and the founder of Amble Clothing. They walk through the grit required to maintain an athlete’s edge while navigating sobriety, the loss of a father, and the pressure of raising kids in a hyper-competitive sports culture. This conversation is for anyone trying to find their footing when the game of life shifts unexpectedly. What You’ll Learn: The specific mental injury unique to goalies and why the locker room culture is shifting for the next generation of NHL players. A breakdown of the unconventional juniors path and the moment a mentor’s honesty shifted a hockey dream toward a business degree. The surprising physical connection between chronic inflammation and a major lifestyle shift that led to a marathon finish without medication. How a 10-year-old’s medical emergency in a Reno ice rink became a lesson in the delicate balance of parenting a youth athlete. The evolution of a coastal activewear brand born from a Toyota road trip and a desire to turn an artistic legacy into a tangible business. Find Max Duggan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/max_duggan/ Resources: Instagram: @dr.pamelamehta Youtube Channel: Pamela Mehta MD Become a Patient: Resilience Orthopedics Earn FREE CE Credit: Learn at Pinnacle App This episode is brought to you by The Pinnacle Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • The #1 Mistake Ruining Your Surgery Recovery (And How to Fix It) | Shelby Howard O’Hara

    The #1 Mistake Ruining Your Surgery Recovery (And How to Fix It) | Shelby Howard O’Hara
    Mar 5 2026
    When the surgical anesthesia wears off, the real work begins, but it isn’t a journey you have to take alone. In this episode, Dr. Pamela Mehta sits down with Shelby Howard O’Hara, the visionary founder of Post Op Therapy, to discuss the often-ignored "middle ground" of healing. With over 25 years of experience, Shelby shares her journey from a massage therapist to a clinical expert who bridges the gap between medical precision and the emotional weight of physical recovery. What You’ll Learn: The unconventional career pivot that turned a "lifeline" suggestion into a revolutionary approach to complex surgical recovery. Why your post-operative outcome is dictated by more than just a successful surgery and the specific role of the "human element" in healing. The subtle yet critical differences between manual lymphatic drainage and the trending social media versions that could be stalling your progress. How a simple "be nice to people" philosophy addresses the reality of post-op depression and the mental hurdles of losing physical autonomy. The specific certifications you must look for to ensure your therapist is actually managing scar tissue rather than just providing a standard massage. Find Shelby Howard O’Hara Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/postoptherapy/ Resources: Instagram: @dr.pamelamehta Youtube Channel: Pamela Mehta MD Become a Patient: Resilience Orthopedics Earn FREE CE Credit: Learn at Pinnacle App This episode is brought to you by The Pinnacle Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • Life After Elite Soccer: Injury, Identity & Motherhood | Danielle Slaton

    Life After Elite Soccer: Injury, Identity & Motherhood | Danielle Slaton
    Feb 26 2026
    What happens when your lifelong passion is suddenly taken away? In this episode of The Resilience Factor, Dr. Pamela Mehta sits down with Danielle Slaton, a US Women's National Team defender and Olympic silver medalist. Danielle opens up about the "identity crisis" of a career ending earlier than expected and how she navigated the shift from the world stage to the broadcasting booth and the front office. What You’ll Learn: The surprising reality of "identity loss" and why your growth mindset after the game is just as important as your athletic training during it. How your brain’s need for structure can actually become a secret weapon for high-performance success in life outside of your primary field. A simple mental shift to help you stay grounded and keep your sense of purpose when your career transition takes a turn you didn't plan for. The one major change in modern youth sports specialization that research suggests might be increasing the risk of orthopedic injuries for young people. Why returning to a "multi-door" approach is still the best way to find new passion and resilience after a major life transition. Find Danielle Slaton Instagram: @daniellevslaton Learn More about Bay FC: bayfc.com Resources: Instagram: @dr.pamelamehta Youtube Channel: Pamela Mehta MD Become a Patient: Resilience Orthopedics Earn FREE CE Credit: Learn at Pinnacle App This episode is brought to you by The Pinnacle Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • Anatomy-First Shoe Design: Bridging Medicine and Fashion | Joan Oloff, DPM

    Anatomy-First Shoe Design: Bridging Medicine and Fashion | Joan Oloff, DPM
    Feb 19 2026
    Ever been told that high-end fashion is "supposed to hurt"? In this episode, Dr. Pamela Mehta sits down with Dr. Joan Oloff, podiatric surgeon and founder of Joan Oloff Shoes, to debunk the myth that luxury footwear must be harmful. After decades of treating foot and ankle injuries, Dr. Oloff decided to fix the problem at its source by merging biomechanics with beauty. From her early days as a music major to disrupting Italian factories run by men who didn't want to hear they were making shoes wrong, Dr. Oloff shares her journey of resilience, innovation, and the power of anatomic design. What You’ll Learn: The surprising connection between systemic health and your foundation, and why your choice of footwear is a long-term investment in mobility. The specific observation that led a surgeon to realize a luxury industry was ignoring the basic needs of the female human body. How standard design flaws in footwear contribute to chronic issues and the structural shift required to truly support your anatomy. The reality of navigating professional hurdles in a specialized field and how to cultivate trust within your community. Practical insights on balancing a demanding medical career with large-scale innovation while staying present for the seasons of family life. The hidden difference between trending medical marketing and the deep knowledge gained through decades of patient care. Find Joan Oloff Website: Joan Oloff Shoes Instagram: @joanoloffshoes Resources: Instagram: @dr.pamelamehta Youtube Channel: Pamela Mehta MD Become a Patient: Resilience Orthopedics Earn FREE CE Credit: Learn at Pinnacle App This episode is brought to you by The Pinnacle Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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