
Medicine Redefined
Dr. Darsh Shah & Dr. Altamash Raja interview practitioners who challenge the norm and promote health during a time when the healthcare system is broken. Learn how experts in the fields of sleep, nutrition, exercise, stress resilience, rehabilitation, lifestyle medicine, and others are using new-age thinking to move the needle forward and redefine medicine as we know it.
Latest episodes

Feb 22, 2021 • 26min
Lessons Learned: Alex King, DO
Summary and takeaways from our conversation with Dr. Alex King.

Feb 15, 2021 • 1h 15min
6. Alex King, DO: The Guru of Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine
Dr. Alex King, DO is an OMM specialist and the Director of Osteopathic Medicine at The Shin Center of Integrative Sports Medicine.
Alex's educational background:
Neuroscience and Sculpture at Muhlenberg College
Medical School at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Residency in Neuoromusculoskeletal medicine at PCOM
Medical Acupuncture from the Helms Medical Institute
Alex's Youtube Channel
Instagram @doctor.alex.king
Twitter @DrAlexanderKing

Feb 8, 2021 • 33min
Lessons Learned: EC Synkowski, MS
Altamash and Darsh discuss the key takeaways from their conversation with EC Synkowski.
TEDx Boulder: "An Elegant Diet" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=erdk0na5yMI&list=UL0_lwcBhsY2s&index=97881
EC's 10 Principles of Nutrition: https://optimizemenutrition.com/2019/11/17/end-your-nutrition-confusion-learn-my-10-principles-of-nutrition/
The Consistency Project Leaderboard: https://consistency.optimizemenutrition.com/

Feb 1, 2021 • 1h 3min
5. EC Synkowski, MS: An Elegant Solution to Nutritional Woes, the 800g Challenge, 10 Principles, "AND" More
EC Synkowski is a nutritionist, Crossfit Level 4 Coach, and the owner of OptimizeMe nutrition. EC is the creator of the #800gchallenge and #LazyMacros. Her podcast TheConsistencyProject is a medium for education where she elaborates on the nuances of nutrition and translates evidence-based scientific data into practical solutions for everyday success.
EC's academic background
BS in biochemical engineering
MS in environmental sciences
MS in Nutrition & Functional Medicine
Website and Social
OptimizeMe Nutrition: https://optimizemenutrition.com/
TEDxBoulder: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=erdk0na5yMI&list=UL0_lwcBhsY2s&index=97881
The Consistency Project: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-consistency-project/id1515808276
Instagram @optimizemenutrition
Twitter @optimizemenutr1
The cost of getting lean by PN: https://www.precisionnutrition.com/cost-of-getting-lean-infographic

Jan 25, 2021 • 47min
Lessons Learned: Shawn Arent, PhD, CSCS*D
A summary and takeaways from our conversation with Dr. Shawn Arent, PhD, CSCS*D.
Links/References from the Episode:
PN infographic on nutrition for injury recovery: https://www.precisionnutrition.com/nutrition-for-injury-recovery-infographic
NEJM Article on IF: PMID-31881139
Effects of intermittent versus continuous dieting on weight and body composition: Meta-Analysis: PMID-30206335
FDA 101 on Dietary Supplements: https://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/fda-101-dietary-supplements
Third-party supplement testing: https://labdoor.com/
MedEvolve: www.doctorpodcastnetwork.com/medevolve

Jan 18, 2021 • 1h 57min
4. Shawn Arent, PhD, CSCS*D: Nutrient Timing, Ergogenic Aids & Individualization
Dr. Shawn Arent joins us to discuss all things related to nutrient timing. He elaborates on the well-known "anabolic window," and discusses how the opportunity for nutritional optimization may be much longer. We discuss the various fallacies of nutritional science and how lifestyle impacts successful, sustainable nutritional practices.
Dr. Shawn Arent
Professor and Chair for the Department of Exercise Science at the Arnold School of Public Health at the University of South Carolina.👨🏻🏫
Director of the UofSC Sport Science Lab⚽️🧪📚
Past president, and current fellow of the International Society Of Sports Nutrition🍎🥗
Fellow of the American College of Sports Medicine🏋🏽♂️🚴🏾♀️
WORKOUT coffee: https://workout-coffee.com/
Resolve Contract Review: http://www.doctorpodcastnetwork.com/resolve

Jan 11, 2021 • 32min
Lessons Learned: Jyoti Patel, MD
Our key takeaways from our discussion with Dr. Jyoti Patel. Jyoti Patel, MD 👩🏽⚕️Triple Board Certified in Integrative Pediatrics, Internal Medicine, Integrative & Functional Medicine Website: https://aimsforwellness.com Instagram: @drjyotipatelmd TikTok: @jyotipatelmd
Effect of FMT on symptoms of Psych Disorders. PMID: 32539741
The anxiolytic effect of probiotics. A Meta-Analysis. PMID: 29924822

Jan 4, 2021 • 1h 30min
3. Jyoti Patel, MD: Journey Into Integrative & Functional Medicine
Dr. Jyoti Patel joins us to open up about her personal journey through residency and practice, and how she unexpectedly fell into the fields of integrative and functional medicine. She talks about how her independent functional medicine practice allows her to approach her patients differently than conventional medicine. Last but not least, Dr. Patel shares tips on how to boost your immune system as the world protects itself from COVID-19.
Jyoti Patel, MD
👩🏽⚕️Triple Board Certified in Integrative Pediatrics, Internal Medicine, Integrative & Functional Medicine
Website: https://aimsforwellness.com
Instagram: @drjyotipatelmd
TikTok: @jyotipatelmd

Dec 25, 2020 • 27min
Lessons Learned: David Otey, CSCS
A summary and takeaways from our conversation with David Otey, CSCS.
David Otey, CSCS, Chief Content Officer for PPSC
✍️Men’s Health Advisory Board
📖NSCA, Men’s Health, M&F, T-Nation
Website: www.oteyfitness.com
Instagram: @davidoteyfit

Dec 21, 2020 • 1h 39min
2. David Otey, CSCS: Changing Lifestyle Habits In and Out of the Gym
David Otey is a strength and conditioning coach and Chief Content Officer for the Pain-Free Performance Specialist Certification (PPSC). Dave breaks down how he implements strategies with his clients to change their habits in and out of the gym, He offers amazing insight into fitness, personalization, and the roles of personal trainers and performance coaches in the healthcare system.
David Otey, CSCS, Chief Content Officer for PPSC
✍️Men’s Health Advisory Board
📖NSCA, Men’s Health, M&F, T-Nation
Website: www.oteyfitness.com
Instagram: @davidoteyfit