In this episode of The Victory Medical Center Podcast, host Donna Lee sits down with Pharmacist-in-Charge, Aaron Zamanian, PharmD, for an inside look at the impressive compounding pharmacy at Victory Medical Center in Austin, TX 🧪✨

Together, they break down what compounded medications are, how they’re made, and the key differences between sterile and non-sterile compounds 💊🔬. Aaron also dives into the fascinating world of peptides—how they’re created, how they work, and why they’re becoming such a powerful tool in modern medicine 🧠⚡

From GLP-1s and growth hormones to Delta Sleep, Thymosin Alpha-1, Melanotan, MPT, the Wolverine Stack, Larazotide, and more, this episode covers a wide range of innovative therapies available through VMC Pharmacy 🚀

You’ll also learn why peptides aren’t just about extending lifespan—but improving your healthspan, so you can feel better, longer 💃🏻💫

Curious to learn more? Visit victoryrejuvenate.com to explore all the cutting-edge options available—and don’t be surprised if you start saying, “There’s a peptide for that!” 😉

🎙️ Meet Your Hosts

Donna Lee, producer and host of the podcast—is a professional, national touring stand-up comedian—bringing expert insight and humor to health and wellness conversations. Donna has a distinguished and comprehensive background in the medical field, having served in key leadership roles including Practice Manager, Clinic Director, Marketing Director, and Pharmaceutical Sales Representative.

Aaron Zamanian, Pharm D, is a compounding pharmacy executive at Victory Medical Center and VMC Pharmacy, focused on peptide therapeutics. Aaron is known for his expertise in formulation strategy, regulatory compliance and clinical application of peptides in metabolic and longevity medicine.

He has memberships and affiliations with:

American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine
Baylor Medical Center Family Practice Review
Advisory Council for Planned Parenthood
Society of Clinical Allergy
Committee for Physician’s Health and Rehabilitation
Phi Chi Medical and Service Fraternity
At Victory Medical Center, Dr. Franklin is involved with patient care in the areas of administration, family medicine, weight loss, skin care, and more.

Visit www.victoryrejuvinate.com or call them at (512) 462-DOCS (3627).

Like what you heard or want to learn more about Victory Medical Center and VMC Pharmacy? Visit www.victorymed.com
or call (512) 462-DOCS.

Serving the Austin community since 1983, Dr. William “Billy” Franklin founded Victory Medical in 1996 and has built a world-class team across multiple specialties. His expertise includes natural hormone replacement therapy, age management, workers’ compensation, sports medicine, addiction medicine, depression, allergy testing and treatment, and weight loss.

Visit Victory Medical Center and Victory Pharmacy at 4303 Victory Dr. in Austin, Texas.

Remember… be the best you can be—at VMC!

In this episode of the Victory Medical Center Podcast, Donna Lee is joined by Dr. Donovan Simmons, Medical Director for Victory Rejuvenate at Victory Medical Center in Austin, TX. Together, they dive into one of the most talked-about topics in modern wellness: peptides.

What exactly are peptides, and why is everyone suddenly talking about them? Dr. Simmons breaks it all down in a way that’s easy to understand — from how peptides function in the body to how they’re being used to support everything from recovery and energy to overall health optimization.

You’ll also hear why patients are turning to VMC Pharmacy for trusted, high-quality peptide therapies, and how personalized treatment plans can make all the difference. Dr. Simmons shares fascinating insights along with real-life patient examples that highlight just how powerful these therapies can be.

By the end of this episode, you’ll understand why the buzz is growing — and why the team at Victory Medical Center likes to say: “There’s a peptide for that!”

If you’ve been curious about peptides or wondering if they might be right for you, this episode is a must-listen.

🎙️ Meet Your Host & Guest

Donna Lee, producer and host of the podcast—is a professional, national touring stand-up comedian—bringing expert insight and humor to men’s health conversations. Donna has a distinguished and comprehensive background in the medical field, having served in key leadership roles including Practice Manager, Clinic Director, Marketing Director, and Pharmaceutical Sales Representative.

Dr. Donovan Simmons serves as the Medical Director for Victory Rejuvenate Austin, TX. With an extensive background in emergent and intensive medicine, Dr. Simmons brings a wealth of clinical safety, oversight, and pathophysiological expertise to the Austin practice. Visit www.victoryrejuvinate.com or call them at (512) 462-DOCS (3627).

Like what you heard or want to learn more about Victory Medical Center and VMC Pharmacy? Visit www.victorymed.com
or call (512) 462-DOCS.

Serving the Austin community since 1983, Dr. William “Billy” Franklin founded Victory Medical in 1996 and has built a world-class team across multiple specialties. His expertise includes natural hormone replacement therapy, age management, workers’ compensation, sports medicine, addiction medicine, depression, allergy testing and treatment, and weight loss.

Visit Victory Medical Center and Victory Pharmacy at 4303 Victory Dr. in Austin, Texas.

Remember… be the best you can be—at VMC!

“There’s a peptide for that!”—and this episode proves it. 💥

In this episode of The Victory Medical Center Podcast, Donna Lee sits down with Founder and Medical Director, Dr. William “Billy” Franklin, to explore the ever-evolving (and seriously fascinating) world of peptides.

What exactly are peptides? How do they work? How are they used—and why are so many people seeing real results? Dr. Franklin breaks it all down in a way that actually makes sense.

You’ll also hear about two powerful nasal spray peptides—Selank and Semax—designed to support cognitive function, especially as we age. If you’ve ever felt like your brain isn’t firing quite like it used to, this part is a must-listen.

And Dr. Franklin doesn’t just talk the talk—he lives it. Once sidelined by pain and forced to give up working out in his 60s, he shares how the right peptide therapy helped him get back in the gym—and even compete against guys half his age. 💪

The conversation also dives into a variety of peptides available at Victory Rejuvenate, including the buzz around GLP-1s—what they are, why they got off to a rocky start, and why they’ve become so popular today.

If you’ve been curious about peptides, this episode will open your eyes to what’s possible. Turns out… the slogan might actually be true—there really is a peptide for that!

🎙️ Meet Your Hosts

Donna Lee, producer and host of the podcast—is a professional, national touring stand-up comedian—bringing expert insight and humor to health and wellness conversations. Donna has a distinguished and comprehensive background in the medical field, having served in key leadership roles including Practice Manager, Clinic Director, Marketing Director, and Pharmaceutical Sales Representative.

Dr. William Franklin is the Founder and Medical Director of Victory Medical in South Austin, Texas. A healthcare provider since 1983, he started Victory Medical in 1996 and has since built a world-class team of providers and staff in various specialties. He has special training in natural hormone replacement therapy, age management, workers’ compensation management, sports medicine, addiction medicine, depression, allergy testing and treatment, and weight loss and weight control.

Dr. Franklin earned his Doctor of Medicine degree at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) in Galveston. He also has experience as an associate clinical professor at UT Austin Nursing School and as an associate teaching faculty member at UTMB.

He has memberships and affiliations with:

American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine
Baylor Medical Center Family Practice Review
Advisory Council for Planned Parenthood
Society of Clinical Allergy
Committee for Physician’s Health and Rehabilitation
Phi Chi Medical and Service Fraternity
At Victory Medical Center, Dr. Franklin is involved with patient care in the areas of administration, family medicine, weight loss, skin care, and more.

Visit www.victoryrejuvinate.com or call them at (512) 462-DOCS (3627).

Like what you heard or want to learn more about Victory Medical Center and VMC Pharmacy? Visit www.victorymed.com
or call (512) 462-DOCS.

Serving the Austin community since 1983, Dr. William “Billy” Franklin founded Victory Medical in 1996 and has built a world-class team across multiple specialties. His expertise includes natural hormone replacement therapy, age management, workers’ compensation, sports medicine, addiction medicine, depression, allergy testing and treatment, and weight loss.

Visit Victory Medical Center and Victory Pharmacy at 4303 Victory Dr. in Austin, Texas.

Remember… be the best you can be—at VMC!