Your Health, Your Wealth

This episode originally aired on 2/24/25.

What makes distinguishing between types of dementia crucial for Alzheimer's research and treatment?

With an alarming rise in Alzheimer's cases, early detection through biomarkers and new treatments like amyloid-removing drugs offer hope. Dr. Paul Schultz emphasizes early intervention to tackle cognitive decline effectively. Lifestyle changes further complement these treatments, offering a c...

A childhood asthma diagnosis set the course for a lifelong commitment to medicine.

Dr. Eddie Patton’s journey from Birmingham to medical leadership began with early health challenges and encouragement from his family. Years in private practice tested his resilience until burnout forced a reexamination of what medicine should look like. The discovery of augmented intelligence brought a turning point, restoring balance and purp...

Dr. Eddie Patton explores the escalating crisis of physician burnout and its ripple effects across medicine and patient care.

With half of all physicians reporting symptoms, Dr. Patton explains why burnout is more than fatigue and what causes its steady rise in recent years. He details how excessive administrative burdens and payer demands chip away at the patient-doctor relationship, driving doctors from the profession, and ultima...

How do you choose between a medical food and a supplement for your health and your wallet?

Dr. Patton and Dr. Eric Kassel dive into the booming supplement industry, revealing important differences and addressing common myths. While supplements offer general wellness support, medical foods are designed for targeted, physician-supervised nutritional management of specific diseases.

Their discussion reminds listeners to seek professio...

In this episode of Your Health, Your Wealth, Dr. Patton examines how thoughts and habits shape the brain’s wiring and, ultimately, overall well-being. Through relatable examples, he highlights how stress and distraction interfere with memory and decision-making, while emphasizing the importance of cultivating habits that foster positivity and optimism.

Dr. Patton also provides practical strategies to strengthen mindset, ...

Bicycle helmets save lives, and Dr. David Sandberg has the experience to prove it. 

As a pediatric neurosurgeon with more than 20 years in major trauma centers, he’s never seen a child suffer a fatal or devastating head injury while wearing one.

In this episode, Dr. Patton sits down with Dr. Sandberg to explore the life-saving importance of helmets, the dangers of head trauma, and what happens when helmets aren’t u...

What is it like to practice medicine on the Texas-Mexico border? Dr. Linda Villarreal started as a pharmacist, became a physician when her community needed more care, and then became the first Hispanic female president of the Texas Medical Association. On this episode, hear

• how Dr. Villarreal’s childhood shaped her path to medicine,

• why advocacy for healthcare access matters along the border,

• and her advice for the ...

In this episode of Your Health, Your Wealth, Dr. Eddie Patton welcomes Dr. David Sandberg, recently retired pediatric neurosurgeon from the UT Department of Neurosciences in Houston. Dr. Sandberg opens up about his journey into pediatric neurosurgery, from early inspirations to impactful patient care experiences, including his mission work in Honduras and navigating the challenges of complex, high-risk cases.

The conversation ...

What happens when you look back on a year of asking hard questions about your health and your financial future? Your Health, Your Wealth set out to share stories about the link between wellness and wealth. 

Over the past year, we’ve talked with experts about:

• Making healthcare and finances easier to understand
• Personal stories from patients, caregivers, and professionals
• How mental health, lifestyle, and financial r...

What would you do if you started to feel weaker as the day went on, or if your eyelids wouldn’t stay open? Myasthenia gravis is a condition that often gets overlooked or misunderstood. 

Today, I’ll cover the following:

• How myasthenia gravis affects the body and who it touches
• Why early diagnosis and the right treatment can make a difference
• Which new therapies are changing the way we care for people with this ...

How do you talk with a teenager when it feels like you’re speaking different languages? 

I started looking into brain development for my own kids—my oldest is seventeen—and what I learned changed how I see every decision they make. 

Today, I’ll share:

• Why adolescent and teen brains work differently than adult brains
• What science tells us about impulse control, emotions, and risk
• How parents an...

How does someone go from researching cancer and gene therapy to making chocolate for people with metabolic challenges?

Dr. Patton hosts Dr. Beata Lerman, Founder and CEO of Sinless Treats Chocolate, who details her transition from scientist to chocolatier. Dr. Lerman recounts her early career in biomedical research, her experience as a cancer survivor, and her decision to eliminate sugar from her diet. She discusses the creation of...

Why do so many of us wait until we are sick to see a doctor, when prevention could change our lives and lower our costs? 

In this episode, Dr. Patton explores:

1. The reasons we miss the mark on preventative care

2. The real impact of skipping screenings and checkups

3. What stands in the way, and how we can help fix it

Learn more about Dr. Eddie Patton HERE.

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Are you ever unsure if you’re on the right medication or getting the best treatment for your diagnosis?

Dr. Patton sees patients every day who have questions like:

1. How do you talk to your doctor about your treatment goals?

2. What do you need to know about new drugs, side effects, and costs?

3. How does shared decision making change the way we choose medical care?

Explore these questions and more, and talk about what it me...

Why do health inequities in breast cancer persist so stubbornly for Black and Brown women?

Laura Crandon's personal battle with misdiagnosed breast cancer inspired her to found Touch 4 Life, a nonprofit dedicated to raising awareness and demanding equity in breast and prostate cancer care.

Despite a background as a healthcare executive, she faced gaps in testing and treatment that are all too common in underserved communities. Her ...

What drives a healthcare system to impose hurdles on both patients and physicians?

The complexities of utilization management and prior authorization, as explained by Dr. David Charles, exemplify a major interference in healthcare delivery. These processes, intended to reduce costs, often result in frustrating and anxiety-inducing delays in care. This burden contributes to patient dissatisfaction and physician burnout.

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How is artificial intelligence reshaping the landscape of healthcare?

Dr. Patton explores AI's role in enhancing diagnosis, treatment, and patient care management. AI-driven technology assists in early disease detection, efficient drug development, and personalized treatment plans. Despite challenges and ethical concerns, AI's potential in healthcare is profound and transformative.

Learn more about Dr. Eddie Patton HERE.

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How is the healthcare industry being reshaped by private equity and evolving regulations?

Hal Katz elucidates the impacts of the corporate practice of medicine laws and the growing influence of private equity on healthcare. The past decades have seen regulatory changes like the Stark Law and HIPAA, and a shift toward physician and hospital alignments. Katz anticipates future advancements through digital health and AI, enhancing acc...

What makes distinguishing between types of dementia crucial for Alzheimer's research and treatment?

With an alarming rise in Alzheimer's cases, early detection through biomarkers and new treatments like amyloid-removing drugs offer hope. Dr. Paul Schultz emphasizes early intervention to tackle cognitive decline effectively. Lifestyle changes further complement these treatments, offering a comprehensive approach to managing the dise...