290: Resiliency Radio with Dr. Jill Reclaiming Medicine: The Power of Aligned Leadership with brothers Dr. Erik Lundquist and Dr. Davin Lundquist

Welcome to Resiliency Radio with Dr. Jill Carnahan, where today's powerful episode explores what it truly means to reclaim medicine through aligned leadership, personal transformation, and a return to root-cause, patient-centered care. Dr. Jill is joined by the inspiring Lundquist brothers - Dr. Erik Lundquist and Dr. Davin Lundquist—two nationally respected leaders in integrative, functional, and holistic medicine.

In this episode, we dive deep into the emotional and professional challenges facing today's healthcare professionals, including burnout, chronic stress, and system-driven limitations that leave both clinicians and patients overwhelmed. Together, the Lundquist brothers break down what real leadership looks like in medicine—revealing the difference between simply managing and truly inspiring transformation in others.

You'll learn how personal growth begins with small, courageous steps; how functional and holistic medicine empowers individuals to reclaim their health; and how hope, mindset, and aligned leadership can reshape the future of healthcare.

Whether you're a clinician seeking renewed purpose or a patient longing for a more compassionate, whole-person medical approach, this conversation offers deep wisdom, practical insight, and a renewed sense of possibility.

🔑 KEY DISCUSSIONS: ① Stress and Burnout: ⇨ The episode addresses the prevalent issue of stress and burnout among healthcare professionals and patients. The hosts discuss strategies for leaders to manage these challenges and provide tips for maintaining balance.

② Leadership in Medicine: ⇨ A significant portion of the conversation focuses on the difference between being a leader and a manager. Leaders are seen as those who inspire and guide others, particularly in the healthcare setting.

③ Personal Transformation: ⇨ The hosts share personal experiences about the journey of transformation, emphasizing that the first step is often the hardest. They discuss the importance of self-evaluation and taking incremental steps towards change.

④ Functional and Holistic Medicine: ⇨ The conversation touches on the benefits of functional and holistic medicine, encouraging listeners to take control of their health by understanding and addressing the root causes of their issues.

⑤ Hope and Inspiration: ⇨ The episode concludes with a message of hope, encouraging listeners to view their circumstances positively and take control of their lives. The hosts share inspirational quotes and personal anecdotes to uplift those feeling overwhelmed.

🔑 KEY TAKEAWAYS: ⇨ First Steps Matter: Change begins with the first step, which can be daunting but is essential for transformation. ⇨ Leadership Inspires: Effective leaders inspire and motivate, rather than just manage. ⇨ Holistic Approach: Embracing a holistic approach to medicine can empower individuals to take charge of their health. ⇨ Hope is Key: Maintaining a hopeful outlook can transform how one perceives and handles life's challenges.

🔑 CONCLUSION: This episode provides valuable insights into the intersection of medicine, leadership, and personal growth. It encourages healthcare professionals and listeners from all walks of life to embrace change, inspire others, and maintain hope in the face of adversity.

👨‍⚕️ Dr. Erik Lundquist is the founder and medical director of the Temecula Center for Integrative Medicine, specializing in holistic and integrative care for endocrine disorders, chronic fatigue, migraines, cardiometabolic issues, and chronic pain. A Navy veteran and former chief resident at Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton, he earned his M.D. from St. Louis University and holds multiple board certifications in Family, Integrative, and Holistic Medicine.

With over two decades of experience—including service in Iraq and Italy—Dr. Lundquist is dedicated to empowering patients and educating clinicians on root-cause, integrative approaches to chronic disease. He is married with three children.

👨‍⚕️ Dr. Davin Lundquist earned his M.D. from the Keck School of Medicine of USC and has served in major leadership roles at CommonSpirit Health, including Chief Medical and Administrative Officer and Chief Medical Information Officer for Dignity Health. He later became Chief Medical Officer at Augmedix, driving innovation in tech-enabled patient care.

With 25+ years in family medicine, Dr. Lundquist transitioned to functional and holistic medicine after seeing the limits of conventional, symptom-focused approaches. His journey led him to develop the Quantum Advantage Method™—a science-based, root-cause framework that uses advanced diagnostics, quantum principles, and targeted lifestyle strategies to help high-performing individuals optimize their health and reverse dysfunction.