In this heartfelt episode, Dr. Brendan McCarthy dives deep into why women are turning away from conventional medicine and seeking care in alternative spaces.
He explores the growing Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) and Make America Medical Again (MAMA) movements, sharing his perspective as a naturopathic medical doctor trained in both conventional and integrative medicine.
Dr. McCarthy discusses empathy in healthcare, accountability to patients, and the importance of bridging the gap between modern medicine and natural approaches. This episode is an honest look at what real medicine should feel like—human, compassionate, and deeply connected.
🔹 Topics Covered:
Why women are leaving conventional medicine
The rise of MAHA and MAMA movements
How empathy and validation heal where prescriptions can’t
Building accountability and integrity in patient care
Bridging the divide between natural and conventional medicine
Citations: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1R7oRXvuVDl5pW-pGXtfXXs0Ue3L11whZ/view?usp=sharing
Dr. Brendan McCarthy is the founder and Chief Medical Officer of Protea Medical Center in Arizona. With over two decades of experience, he’s helped thousands of patients navigate hormonal imbalances using bioidentical HRT, nutrition, and root-cause medicine. He’s also taught and mentored other physicians on integrative approaches to hormone therapy, weight loss, fertility, and more. If you’re ready to take your health seriously, this podcast is a great place to start.
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