The Resilience Factor – Where Strength Meets Longevity is hosted by board-certified orthopedic surgeon Dr. Pamela Mehta, founder of Resilience Orthopedics. This empowering show explores how to build a body that’s strong, mobile, and built to last. From injury prevention and surgical insights to conversations with elite athletes and medical experts, Dr. Mehta brings you bold, science-backed strategies to optimize your strength, mobility, and resilience at every stage of life. Whether you're bouncing back or leveling up—this podcast is your prescription for living stronger, longer.
Any and all guest statements and opinions are a reflection of their own experience and do not reflect the views or opinions of Pamela Mehta MD, The Resilience Factor Podcast, or Pinnacle Podcast Network.
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Youth Sports Are Pushing Kids Too Hard with Dr. Jeremy Alland
Season 1 · Episode 67
Thursday, October 8, 2026 • Duration 52:10
Is your child building a lifelong love of sports, or learning that rest means falling behind? Competitive youth sports can turn opportunity into pressure, leaving young athletes vulnerable to overuse injuries, burnout, and losing the joy of the game.
In this episode of The Resilience Factor podcast, Dr. Pamela Mehta talks with board certified sports medicine physician and Chicago Bulls and White Sox team doctor Dr. Jeremy Alland about growth plate injuries, pitch counts, early sports specialization, sleep, recovery, and the warning signs parents should not ignore. He shares practical guidelines for training hours, time off, multiple teams, and knowing when to push through a hard season or step away, so families can protect both performance and long term health.
IN THIS EPISODE:
00:00 How Much Youth Sports Is Too Much?
01:20 Why Are Young Athletes Playing Through Pain?
02:43 Why Are Growth Plates Vulnerable to Overuse?
07:35 What Are Pitch Counts in Youth Baseball?
11:54 How Does Social Media Add Pressure to Youth Sports?
13:05 Are Late Bloomers Being Shut Out of Youth Sports?
14:03 Do Travel Baseball Teams Follow Pitch Count Rules?
17:50 Should Kids Play on Two Teams in the Same Sport?
18:42 When Should Kids Specialize in One Sport?
20:44 How Much Time Off Do Young Athletes Need?
22:08 How Many Training Hours Are Too Many for Kids?
22:55 What Counts as Rest for Young Athletes?
25:10 Why Does Sleep Matter for Young Athletes?
30:03 How Can Parents Help Kids Keep Enjoying Sports?
32:31 Should I Let My Child Quit a Sport?
37:38 Why Are Teen Athletes Getting PRP Injections?
40:28 What Do Sports Clinics Mean by Stem Cell Injections?
41:53 Can Injections Regrow Cartilage or Tendons?
46:17 How Can Parents Plan a Healthier Youth Sports Schedule?
51:00 Where Can You Find Dr. Jeremy Alland?
GUEST RESOURCES:
Website: https://jeremyallandmd.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremyallandmd/?hl=en
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jeremyallandmd
THE RESILIENCE FACTOR WITH DR. PAMELA MEHTA:
YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiQ_AOy_Pd4mEXrsUN3hC6dEtSpmtQuDF&si=szS_5tqUV85kV1R9
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-resilience-factor/id1822815775
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3D3mys5DJka3zrsdKEPVs3?si=c56539bea0174bbd
HOST RESOURCES:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.pamelamehta
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.pamelamehta
Become a Patient: https://www.resilienceorthopedics.com
Earn FREE CE Credits: https://learnatpinnacle.com
This episode is brought to you by The Pinnacle Podcast Network!
ABOUT DR. PAMELA MEHTA:
Pamela Mehta, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, practice owner, chief medical officer of the Good Feet Store, and founder of the education platform Learn at Pinnacle. Dr. Mehta specializes in minimally invasive surgery, orthobiologics, and sports medicine. She helps people of all stages of life learn how to live a healthier life, longer.
Disclaimer: Pamela Mehta, MD, is a doctor, but she is not your doctor. This content is for general education and is not a substitute for individualized medical care.
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Direct Primary Care: The Alternative to Rushed Visits and Doctor Burnout with Dr. Aleea Gupta
Season 1 · Episode 66
Thursday, October 1, 2026 • Duration 46:45
When patients feel rushed and doctors feel burned out, the problem may be bigger than either person in the exam room. Direct primary care offers an alternative built around longer visits, direct access, transparent pricing, and smaller patient panels. But how does it work, what does it cost, and who is it right for?
In this episode of The Resilience Factor podcast, Dr. Pamela Mehta talks with Aleea Gupta, MD, a board certified family physician and founder of Family First Direct Primary Care. Dr. Gupta explains what a DPC membership covers, how it differs from concierge medicine, and why patients may still need insurance for emergencies, specialists, and hospital care. She also shares how she launched and grew her practice, protected herself from burnout, and reclaimed the doctor patient relationship.
IN THIS EPISODE:
00:00 Why Do Primary Care Appointments Feel So Rushed?
01:15 What Is Causing Doctor Burnout in Primary Care?
02:44 What Is Direct Primary Care?
04:28 How Do Doctors Start a Direct Primary Care Practice?
05:51 How Much Does Direct Primary Care Cost?
09:40 15 Minute vs. 60 Minute Doctor Appointments
10:53 Direct Primary Care vs. Concierge Medicine
11:54 Do You Still Need Health Insurance With DPC?
14:13 Can Direct Primary Care Improve Patient Access?
17:11 Direct Primary Care Challenges and Physician Boundaries
19:48 How Can Patients Use Direct Primary Care?
21:07 How Much Do Lab Tests and MRIs Cost Without Insurance?
24:47 Can You Trust ChatGPT for Medical Advice?
28:04 Should New Doctors Open a DPC Practice?
30:28 How to Market and Grow a DPC Practice
33:01 How to Find a Direct Primary Care Doctor
35:01 Can Independent Practice Reduce Physician Burnout?
GUEST RESOURCES:
Family First Direct Primary Care: https://www.familyfirstdirectprimarycare.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.aleeagupta/
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.aleeagupta
THE RESILIENCE FACTOR WITH DR. PAMELA MEHTA:
YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiQ_AOy_Pd4mEXrsUN3hC6dEtSpmtQuDF&si=szS_5tqUV85kV1R9
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-resilience-factor/id1822815775
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3D3mys5DJka3zrsdKEPVs3?si=c56539bea0174bbd
HOST RESOURCES:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.pamelamehta
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.pamelamehta
Become a Patient: https://www.resilienceorthopedics.com
Earn FREE CE Credits: https://learnatpinnacle.com
This episode is brought to you by The Pinnacle Podcast Network!
ABOUT DR. PAMELA MEHTA:
Pamela Mehta, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, practice owner, chief medical officer of the Good Feet Store, and founder of the education platform Learn at Pinnacle. Dr. Mehta specializes in minimally invasive surgery, orthobiologics, and sports medicine. She helps people of all stages of life learn how to live a healthier life, longer.
Disclaimer: Pamela Mehta, MD, is a doctor, but she is not your doctor. This content is for general education and is not a substitute for individualized medical care.
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How to Catch Breast Cancer Earlier with Breast Radiologist Dr. Sonya Bhole
Season 1 · Episode 65
Thursday, September 24, 2026 • Duration 31:53
Catching breast cancer earlier starts with knowing your personal risk, not just waiting for a mammogram at 40. By 25, every woman should have a breast cancer risk assessment, because family history, breast density, and other risk factors can change when screening should begin and whether a mammogram is enough.
In this episode of The Resilience Factor podcast, Dr. Pamela Mehta talks with board certified breast radiologist Dr. Sonya Bhole about breast cancer screening, mammograms, MRI, ultrasound, and early detection. They explain who may need screening before 40, what dense breasts mean, what a mammogram callback means, and how to make informed decisions without fear.
IN THIS EPISODE:
00:00 Breast Cancer Screening: Why Age 40 Is Not the Whole Story
00:48 Why Breast Cancer Risk Assessment Starts by 25
02:25 How Personal Breast Cancer Risk Is Assessed
03:25 Who Needs Breast Cancer Screening Before 40?
04:30 What to Know Before Your First Mammogram
07:06 How Often Should You Get a Mammogram?
08:37 What to Expect at Your First Mammogram
11:02 How AI Is Changing Breast Cancer Detection
14:07 Dense Breasts and Supplemental Breast Screening
16:53 What Does a Mammogram Callback Mean?
18:30 Evidence Based Ways to Lower Breast Cancer Risk
22:38 How to Build a Personalized High Risk Screening Plan
23:29 Mammogram Myths: Radiation, Compression, and Family History
26:16 Barriers to Breast Cancer Screening and Access
27:40 The Future of Early Breast Cancer Detection
GUEST RESOURCES:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youreadoctorright
THE RESILIENCE FACTOR WITH DR. PAMELA MEHTA:
YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiQ_AOy_Pd4mEXrsUN3hC6dEtSpmtQuDF&si=szS_5tqUV85kV1R9
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-resilience-factor/id1822815775
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3D3mys5DJka3zrsdKEPVs3?si=c56539bea0174bbd
HOST RESOURCES:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.pamelamehta
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.pamelamehta
Become a Patient: https://www.resilienceorthopedics.com
Earn FREE CE Credits: https://learnatpinnacle.com
This episode is brought to you by The Pinnacle Podcast Network!
ABOUT DR. PAMELA MEHTA:
Pamela Mehta, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, practice owner, chief medical officer of the Good Feet Store, and founder of the education platform Learn at Pinnacle. Dr. Mehta specializes in minimally invasive surgery, orthobiologics, and sports medicine. She helps people of all stages of life learn how to live a healthier life, longer.
Disclaimer: Pamela Mehta, MD, is a doctor, but she is not your doctor. This content is for general education and is not a substitute for individualized medical care.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dr. Z: The Cost of Becoming Exceptional
Season 1 · Episode 64
Thursday, September 17, 2026 • Duration 45:35
Neurosurgeon Dr. Zayed Almadidy, known online as Dr. Z, joins Dr. Pamela Mehta to talk about the real cost of becoming exceptional.
In a field where there is no room for “good enough,” Dr. Z shares what it takes to stay calm under pressure, avoid mediocrity, and keep improving when the stakes are life changing. But this conversation goes beyond neurosurgery. It’s about ambition, sacrifice, family, health, and the moments no achievement can give back.
If you’ve ever wondered whether becoming exceptional has to mean losing yourself along the way, this episode is for you.
IN THIS EPISODE:
00:00 Can You Be Ambitious Without Losing Yourself?
01:07 Why Neurosurgery Has No Room for Mediocrity
01:40 When Is Spine Surgery Actually Necessary?
03:44 What to Try Before Spine Surgery
06:29 When Perfectionism Becomes Dangerous
08:27 How Surgeons Make High-Stakes Decisions
10:16 How Surgeons Stay Calm Under Pressure
12:35 How to Train Yourself to Handle Discomfort
13:37 Where the Drive to Become Exceptional Comes From
16:44 How Surgeons Recover From Complications
20:38 The Real Cost of Becoming a Neurosurgeon
22:26 Career Advice for Neurosurgery Residents
23:40 What Neurosurgery Residency Is Really Like
26:52 How Dr. Z Built an Audience of 1 Million+
29:17 Can You Be Exceptional and Have Work-Life Balance?
30:46 Specialist vs. Generalist: Which Is Better?
33:25 How High Performers Protect Their Health
36:32 Would a Neurosurgeon Let His Kids Play Football?
37:23 Is Rugby Safer Than Football?
38:01 Does Playing Soccer Increase Dementia Risk?
39:18 How to Reduce Your Risk of Dementia
42:23 What Does Success Look Like After Achieving Your Dream?
GUEST RESOURCES:
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/dr.z_neurosurgery/
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.z_neurosurgery
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrZNeuro/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drzneurosurgery/
THE RESILIENCE FACTOR WITH DR. PAMELA MEHTA:
YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiQ_AOy_Pd4mEXrsUN3hC6dEtSpmtQuDF&si=szS_5tqUV85kV1R9
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-resilience-factor/id1822815775
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3D3mys5DJka3zrsdKEPVs3?si=c56539bea0174bbd
HOST RESOURCES:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.pamelamehta
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.pamelamehta
Become a Patient: https://www.resilienceorthopedics.com
Earn FREE CE Credits: https://learnatpinnacle.com
This episode is brought to you by The Pinnacle Podcast Network!
ABOUT DR. PAMELA MEHTA:
Pamela Mehta, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, practice owner, chief medical officer of the Good Feet Store, and founder of the education platform Learn at Pinnacle. Dr. Mehta specializes in minimally invasive surgery, orthobiologics, and sports medicine. She helps people of all stages of life learn how to live a healthier life, longer.
Disclaimer: Pamela Mehta, MD, is a doctor, but she is not your doctor. This content is for general education and is not a substitute for individualized medical care.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aging Gracefully Without Looking Overdone with Dermatologist Dr. Lilly-Rose Paraskevas
Season 1 · Episode 63
Thursday, September 10, 2026 • Duration 47:45
Anti-aging is about more than smoothing wrinkles or choosing the latest skincare treatment. Volume loss, bone structure, facial movement, and sun damage can all affect how your face looks, which means the wrinkle or feature you notice may not be what is making you look tired or older. With so many products and procedures available, how do you know what could help and what could leave you looking overdone?
In this episode of The Resilience Factor, Dr. Pamela Mehta, talks with Dr. Lilly-Rose Paraskevas, a board-certified dermatologist and founder of Rose Dermatology. They explain how the face changes with age, why natural-looking rejuvenation requires considering the face as a whole, when skincare, Botox, filler, lasers, and microneedling may help, and how to avoid trends and treatments that do not fit your features or goals.
IN THIS EPISODE:
00:00 Anti-Aging Without Looking Overdone
01:46 What Makes a Face Look Older?
03:54 What Is a Simple Anti-Aging Skincare Routine?
06:09 Does Drinking Water Improve Your Skin?
07:10 How Does Pollution Affect Your Skin?
08:43 Meet Dermatologist Dr. Lilly-Rose Paraskevas
13:16 What Are the First Signs of Facial Aging?
15:25 How Do Dermatologists Create Natural-Looking Results?
17:47 When Should You Start Botox?
22:04 How Does Sleep Affect Your Skin?
22:53 Does Sleeping on Your Side Cause Wrinkles?
24:21 How Do You Treat Aging Hands and Chest?
25:27 What Is Full-Face Balancing?
27:58 How Do You Know When Filler Looks Overdone?
29:24 Should You Dissolve Under-Eye Filler?
30:02 Which Lip Filler Trends Should You Avoid?
31:38 Which Anti-Aging Skin Treatments Actually Work?
33:32 Can Microneedling Improve Aging Skin on the Body?
36:02 PRP vs. Exosomes for Skin Rejuvenation
37:25 How Is AI Used in Dermatology?
40:11 Does Estrogen Cream Help Aging Skin?
42:08 How Should You Prepare for a Cosmetic Consultation?
42:36 Can You Age Gracefully With Cosmetic Treatments?
43:34 When Is It Time to Consider a Facelift?
45:02 Where to Find Dr. Lilly-Rose Paraskevas
GUEST RESOURCES:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosedermnyc/
Website: https://www.rosederm.com/
THE RESILIENCE FACTOR WITH DR. PAMELA MEHTA:
YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiQ_AOy_Pd4mEXrsUN3hC6dEtSpmtQuDF&si=szS_5tqUV85kV1R9
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-resilience-factor/id1822815775
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3D3mys5DJka3zrsdKEPVs3?si=c56539bea0174bbd
HOST RESOURCES:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.pamelamehta
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.pamelamehta
Become a Patient: https://www.resilienceorthopedics.com
Earn FREE CE Credits: https://learnatpinnacle.com
This episode is brought to you by The Pinnacle Podcast Network!
ABOUT DR. PAMELA MEHTA:
Pamela Mehta, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, practice owner, chief medical officer of the Good Feet Store, and founder of the education platform Learn at Pinnacle. Dr. Mehta specializes in minimally invasive surgery, orthobiologics, and sports medicine. She helps people of all stages of life learn how to live a healthier life, longer.
Disclaimer: Pamela Mehta, MD, is a doctor, but she is not your doctor. This content is for general education and is not a substitute for individualized medical care.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Injury Recovery: How to Heal and Get Back to Doing What You Love with Dr. Rena Eleazar
Season 1 · Episode 62
Thursday, September 3, 2026 • Duration 40:55
When you're injured, you want to heal as quickly as possible and get back to doing what you love. But what actually helps an injury heal, and what could slow your recovery down?
On The Resilience Factor, orthopedic surgeon Dr. Pamela Mehta talks with board-certified sports physical therapist and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist Dr. Rena Eleazar about what supports injury healing from the first days through the return to activity. They discuss how fueling, sleep, stress, and pain-free movement may affect recovery, why complete rest is not always the answer, and how progressive strength and confidence help prepare the body to get back to doing what you love.
IN THIS EPISODE:
00:00 How Can You Help Your Body Heal After an Injury?
01:29 What Does Injury Recovery Really Require?
03:23 How Do Sleep, Nutrition, and Stress Affect Injury Healing?
05:02 What Should You Eat to Help an Injury Heal?
06:08 Why Does Pain Return After Physical Therapy?
07:49 Does Pain Mean You Are Injured Again?
08:54 How Much Sleep Do Athletes Need for Recovery?
11:35 How Does Sports Rehabilitation Change for Different Athletes?
14:48 What Should You Do in the First 48 Hours After an Injury?
15:35 RICE vs. PEACE & LOVE: What Should You Do After an Injury?
18:33 Should You Rest or Move After an Injury?
20:33 How Do You Rebuild Confidence After an Injury?
23:16 Rena Eleazar's Injury and Physical Therapy Story
28:35 Should Women Change Training During Their Menstrual Cycle?
31:52 Does Weightlifting Make Women Bulky?
33:34 How Should Beginners Start Strength Training?
36:19 How Do Athletes Cope With an Injury?
GUEST RESOURCES:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renaeleazarpt/
THE RESILIENCE FACTOR WITH DR. PAMELA MEHTA:
YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiQ_AOy_Pd4mEXrsUN3hC6dEtSpmtQuDF&si=szS_5tqUV85kV1R9
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-resilience-factor/id1822815775
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3D3mys5DJka3zrsdKEPVs3?si=c56539bea0174bbd
HOST RESOURCES:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.pamelamehta
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.pamelamehta
Become a Patient: https://www.resilienceorthopedics.com
Earn FREE CE Credits: https://learnatpinnacle.com
This episode is brought to you by The Pinnacle Podcast Network!
ABOUT DR. PAMELA MEHTA:
Pamela Mehta, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, practice owner, chief medical officer of the Good Feet Store, and founder of the education platform Learn at Pinnacle. Dr. Mehta specializes in minimally invasive surgery, orthobiologics, and sports medicine. She helps people of all stages of life learn how to live a healthier life, longer.
Disclaimer: Pamela Mehta, MD, is a doctor, but she is not your doctor. This content is for general education and is not a substitute for individualized medical care.
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Orthopedic Q&A: Joint Replacement, PRP, Spine Surgery, and More
Season 1 · Episode 61
Thursday, August 27, 2026 • Duration 29:16
Your MRI shows a tear, arthritis, or a problem with your spine. Does that mean you need surgery, or could physical therapy, injections, or time help you recover? And if surgery is the right choice, what can you do before and after the procedure to improve your recovery?
In this Orthopedic Q&A, board-certified orthopedic surgeon Dr. Pamela Mehta explains how she evaluates treatment options, what helps patients recover after surgery, and where PRP and other regenerative therapies may fit into orthopedic care. Her husband, orthopedic spine surgeon Dr. Jaspaul Gogia, asks the questions as Pam separates meaningful advances from the hype surrounding joint replacement, supplements, stem cell injections, minimally invasive spine surgery, robotics, and AI.
IN THIS EPISODE:
00:04 Orthopedic Q&A With Dr. Pamela Mehta
00:55 Nonsurgical Alternatives to Orthopedic Surgery
02:54 MRI Results and the Decision to Have Surgery
04:01 Outpatient Joint Replacement Surgery and Recovery
06:28 Robotic Joint Replacement Surgery
08:55 How to Prepare for Surgery and Recover Faster
10:12 Physical Therapy After Surgery
11:15 Physical Therapy for Chronic Pain and Injuries
12:10 How Age Affects Fracture Healing
13:28 Hip Fracture Recovery in Older Adults
14:03 PRP and Regenerative Medicine for Joint Pain
15:38 PRP for Arthritis, Tendon Injuries and Meniscus Tears
16:36 PRP vs. Stem Cell Injections
17:50 Peptides and Exosomes for Injury Recovery
19:02 Supplements for Bone and Joint Health
20:04 Daily Greens Powders and Micronutrients
21:02 Advances in Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
22:26 Disc Replacement vs. Spinal Fusion
23:03 Endoscopic Spine Surgery
23:46 Robotic Spine Surgery
25:01 AI in Orthopedic Surgery and Medical Research
THE RESILIENCE FACTOR WITH DR. PAMELA MEHTA:
YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiQ_AOy_Pd4mEXrsUN3hC6dEtSpmtQuDF&si=szS_5tqUV85kV1R9
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-resilience-factor/id1822815775
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3D3mys5DJka3zrsdKEPVs3?si=c56539bea0174bbd
HOST RESOURCES:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.pamelamehta
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.pamelamehta
Become a Patient: https://www.resilienceorthopedics.com
Earn FREE CE Credits: https://learnatpinnacle.com
This episode is brought to you by The Pinnacle Podcast Network!
ABOUT DR. PAMELA MEHTA:
Pamela Mehta, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, practice owner, chief medical officer of the Good Feet Store, and founder of the education platform Learn at Pinnacle. Dr. Mehta specializes in minimally invasive surgery, orthobiologics, and sports medicine. She helps people of all stages of life learn how to live a healthier life, longer.
Disclaimer: Pamela Mehta, MD, is a doctor, but she is not your doctor. This content is for general education and is not a substitute for individualized medical care.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Allergies: Why Your Treatment Isn’t Working & What Actually Helps with Dr. Payel Gupta
Season 1 · Episode 60
Thursday, August 20, 2026 • Duration 39:24
You have tried allergy pills, nasal sprays, and every pharmacy label that seems to match your symptoms, but you still wake up congested and foggy. Is the treatment failing, or could you be using the wrong tool, stopping too soon, or treating something that is not an allergy at all?
Dr. Pamela Mehta sits down with board-certified allergist and immunologist Dr. Payel Gupta to explain how environmental and food allergies are identified and treated. They discuss why allergy routines fail, when testing can mislead patients, how eczema may affect food-allergy risk, and what families should understand about early allergen introduction and immunotherapy.
IN THIS EPISODE:
00:00 Why Isn’t My Allergy Treatment Working?
01:48 Why Do Allergy Treatments Fail?
03:17 How Long Does a Nasal Spray Take to Work?
04:03 What Are the Symptoms of Environmental Allergies?
05:16 Can You Develop Allergies as an Adult?
06:33 Do Allergy Shots and Immunotherapy Work?
08:32 How Long Do Allergy Shots Take?
09:14 Can Eczema Increase Food-Allergy Risk?
11:30 Why Are Food Allergies Increasing?
12:05 When Should Babies Be Introduced to Allergens?
13:35 How Does Oral Immunotherapy Work?
16:40 Can Xolair Help with Food Allergies?
18:14 Is There an Age Limit for Oral Immunotherapy?
20:42 How Do Food Allergies Affect Mental Health?
23:56 What Can Be Mistaken for Allergies?
25:42 Can Food-Allergy Tests Give False Positives?
28:02 What Is the Best Over-the-Counter Allergy Medicine?
29:28 Is Benadryl Safe for Everyday Allergies?
30:15 When Should You See an Allergist?
31:00 Dr. Payel Gupta’s Global Health Work
32:57 Why Community Matters in Chronic Illness
GUEST RESOURCES:
Website: https://www.easeallergy.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nycdoctor/
THE RESILIENCE FACTOR WITH DR. PAMELA MEHTA:
YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiQ_AOy_Pd4mEXrsUN3hC6dEtSpmtQuDF&si=szS_5tqUV85kV1R9
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-resilience-factor/id1822815775
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3D3mys5DJka3zrsdKEPVs3?si=c56539bea0174bbd
HOST RESOURCES:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.pamelamehta
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.pamelamehta
Become a Patient: https://www.resilienceorthopedics.com
Earn FREE CE Credits: https://learnatpinnacle.com
This episode is brought to you by The Pinnacle Podcast Network!
ABOUT DR. PAMELA MEHTA:
Pamela Mehta, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, practice owner, chief medical officer of the Good Feet Store, and founder of the education platform Learn at Pinnacle. Dr. Mehta specializes in minimally invasive surgery, orthobiologics, and sports medicine. She helps people of all stages of life learn how to live a healthier life, longer.
Disclaimer: Pamela Mehta, MD, is a doctor, but she is not your doctor. This content is for general education and is not a substitute for individualized medical care.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You Can’t Outperform Poor Sleep: How to Get the Rest You Need with Sleep Doctor Saema Tahir, MD
Season 1 · Episode 59
Thursday, August 13, 2026 • Duration 35:53
You work hard to exercise, eat well, perform at work, and show up for the people who need you. But could sacrificing sleep to fit it all in be making every one of those goals harder to reach?
Dr. Pamela Mehta sits down with Saema Tahir, MD, a quadruple board-certified physician known as The NYC Sleep Doctor, to explain what restorative sleep actually requires. They unpack why enough hours do not always equal healthy sleep, what may be disrupting your recovery, and how to tell whether you need a better routine or an evaluation for an underlying sleep problem.
IN THIS EPISODE:
00:00 Why Is Sleep Important for Your Health?
03:04 Can You Catch Up on Lost Sleep?
03:55 What Is the Difference Between Deep Sleep and REM Sleep?
05:26 How Do You Know If You Have a Sleep Disorder?
07:00 Why Can’t I Fall Asleep Even When I’m Tired?
08:45 Why Do I Keep Waking Up in the Middle of the Night?
10:03 Can Hormonal Changes Affect Sleep?
10:51 Why Do I Wake Up to Pee at Night?
12:30 What Does Restless Legs Syndrome Feel Like?
15:41 When Should You See a Doctor About Poor Sleep?
16:30 Why Am I Still Tired After 8 Hours of Sleep?
18:26 Can You Trust Your Sleep Tracker?
19:00 Can Sleep Trackers Make Insomnia Worse?
21:34 How Does Alcohol Affect Sleep?
23:30 Are Sleeping Pills Safe for Long-Term Use?
24:42 Does Melatonin Help You Sleep?
25:45 Does Magnesium Help You Sleep?
26:25 Why Is Sleep Important for Children?
30:25 How Does Sleep Affect Aging?
32:13 Are Naps Good for You?
33:25 Where to Find Dr. Saema Tahir
GUEST RESOURCES:
Website: https://drsaematahirmd.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenycsleepdoctor/
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thenycsleepdoctor
THE RESILIENCE FACTOR WITH DR. PAMELA MEHTA:
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Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3D3mys5DJka3zrsdKEPVs3?si=c56539bea0174bbd
HOST RESOURCES:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.pamelamehta
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.pamelamehta
Become a Patient: https://www.resilienceorthopedics.com
Earn FREE CE Credits: https://learnatpinnacle.com
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ABOUT DR. PAMELA MEHTA:
Pamela Mehta, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, practice owner, chief medical officer of the Good Feet Store, and founder of the education platform Learn at Pinnacle. Dr. Mehta specializes in minimally invasive surgery, orthobiologics, and sports medicine. She helps people of all stages of life learn how to live a healthier life, longer.
Disclaimer: Pamela Mehta, MD, is a doctor, but she is not your doctor. This content is for general education and is not a substitute for individualized medical care.
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What No One Tells Women About Hormones, Bladder Leaks & Sex After 40 with Dr. Peter Castillo
Season 1 · Episode 58
Thursday, August 6, 2026 • Duration 58:43
Women are often told that bladder leaks, changes in sexual function, stubborn weight gain, brain fog, and disrupted sleep are simply part of getting older. But which changes are common, which deserve a closer look, and what options are women rarely told about?
Dr. Pamela Mehta sits down with Dr. Peter Castillo, a urogynecologist and reconstructive pelvic surgeon, to discuss how women’s bodies change after 40. They unpack perimenopause and hormone testing, pelvic organ prolapse, urinary incontinence, Kegels, sexual health, estrogen and testosterone therapy, GLP-1 medications, and how to advocate for better care when something does not feel right.
IN THIS EPISODE:
00:00 Women’s Health After 40
01:22 What Should Women Expect From a Hormone Specialist?
03:08 Why Do Women Feel Dismissed by Their Doctors?
05:29 Can Hormone Tests Detect Perimenopause?
08:40 What Does a Urogynecologist Treat?
12:15 What Are the Symptoms of Pelvic Organ Prolapse?
14:13 Do Women Need Pelvic Floor Therapy After Childbirth?
17:00 Stress Incontinence vs. Urge Incontinence
18:40 What Are the Treatments for Overactive Bladder?
21:00 How Can Women Protect Their Pelvic Floor Before Pregnancy?
22:05Can Lifting Weights Cause Bladder Leaks or Prolapse?
23:30 Are You Doing Kegels Wrong?
24:50 Why Does Sex Feel Different After Childbirth or Menopause?
27:17 Can PRP Improve Female Sexual Health?
27:50 Why Do Orgasms Change After 40?
28:50 What Is Vaginal Rejuvenation?
30:05What Does Vaginal Estrogen Treat?
31:22 What Does Testosterone Therapy Do for Women?
32:55 What Are the Side Effects of Testosterone in Women?
38:37 Does Hormone Replacement Therapy Increase Cancer Risk?
41:30 Can Hormone Changes Cause Anxiety or Depression?
43:04 Why Is It Harder to Lose Weight After 40?
44:50 How Do GLP-1 Medications Work for Weight Loss?
47:15 What Are Peptides Used for in Women’s Health?
48:05 What Treatments Are Available for Low Libido in Women?
50:03 How Do Doctors Build Trust With Female Patients?
53:58 How Can Women Advocate for Better Health Care?
55:08 What Should a Doctor Do When They Don’t Know the Answer?
55:59 Where to Find Dr. Peter Castillo
GUEST RESOURCES:
Website: https://swanmd.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swanmed/?hl=en
Dr. Peter Castillo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drpetercastillo/
THE RESILIENCE FACTOR WITH DR. PAMELA MEHTA:
YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiQ_AOy_Pd4mEXrsUN3hC6dEtSpmtQuDF&si=szS_5tqUV85kV1R9
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-resilience-factor/id1822815775
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3D3mys5DJka3zrsdKEPVs3?si=c56539bea0174bbd
HOST RESOURCES:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.pamelamehta
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.pamelamehta
Become a Patient: https://www.resilienceorthopedics.com
Earn FREE CE Credits: https://learnatpinnacle.com
This episode is brought to you by The Pinnacle Podcast Network!
ABOUT DR. PAMELA MEHTA:
Pamela Mehta, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, practice owner, chief medical officer of the Good Feet Store, and founder of the education platform Learn at Pinnacle. Dr. Mehta specializes in minimally invasive surgery, orthobiologics, and sports medicine. She helps people of all stages of life learn how to live a healthier life, longer.
Disclaimer: Pamela Mehta, MD, is a doctor, but she is not your doctor. This content is for general education and is not a substitute for individualized medical care.
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