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Dr. ZENThe Synchronicity of Grief with Rachel AshRachel and Dr. Hazen discuss love, loss, & silver
linings. The sudden death of a loved one is a tragic and devastating event- hear Rachel’s story of courage, healing, and channeling grief into generosity.
Topics Discussed:
Navigating multiple great and sudden losses early in life
The synchronicity & spirituality of life after a great loss
Losing a loved one that is a popular public figure
Experimenting with different spiritual pathways after grief
Rachel’s incredible project called: Documenting Hope.
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Rachel Ash Links:
Find out more about Documenting Hope HERE...2024-09-1948 minDr. ZENWhitney in Paris: Botox & BaguettesJoin me and my former nurse practitioner, Whitney Saia, for a casual rendezvous via Zoom! We chat about the Olympics, Expats, American vs. French due dates, and of course, aesthetic nursing.
Topics Discussed:
French Maternity policies & postpartum care
Insights on experiencing the Olympics and daily life in Paris from an American perspective
Cultural attitudes regarding aesthetic treatments and plastic surgery in France.
Why pharmacies are central to health and wellness in France.
Join us for a lively discussion filled with insights into
wellness, and the evolving landscape of aesthetic medicine.
...2024-09-1242 minDr. ZENThe Menopausal Misunderstanding with Dr. Heidi FlaggThe brilliant & beautiful Dr. Heidi Flagg is on the pod
this week to discuss all things menopause including hormone therapy, perimenopause, and that one scary breast cancer article from that you probably read back in 2002. Anyone with ovaries, periods, and a desire to learn more about post-menopausal health- tune in & let’s get v@ginal!
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Topics Discussed:
Clinical definitions of perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause
The shocking lack of education, research, and
discussion around the post-menstrual period
The WHI menopausal study that negatively affected hormonal t...2024-09-0550 minDr. ZENPolitical & Practical Spirituality with Andie SantoPietro (Pt. 2)WATCH FULL EPISODE ON YOUTUBE HERE
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Our favorite unpretentious philosopher, Andie SantoPietro, is back on the podcast for the final part of a discussion around spirituality. In the third part of this mini-series, we discuss the practical ways to apply spiritual practices to one’s life. Listen with an open heart, a listening mind, and a desire to create a much better world around us.
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Topics discussed in the episode:
How we rely on faith and spirituality in times of distress
Collective co-creation to make collective change
Contextualizing human fear in...2024-08-2927 minDr. ZENThe Science of Spirituality with Andie Santo Pietro (Pt. 1)WATCH FULL EPISODE ON YOUTUBE HERE
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Andie Santo Pietro is back on the podcast to discuss the intrinsic link between spirituality and politics. He is an international best-selling author, and a healing spiritual leader. In this week’s episode, we discuss the state of American politics and how we plan to move towards the light.
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Topics discussed in the episode:
The polarization in American politics
The ongoing demolition & deconstruction of the two-party system.
The necessity for the separation of church & state
How we envision the future of American politics
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Rohrich KnoseAll About Non-Invasive Options with Dr. Alexes HazenIn this episode, Dr. Rohrich is joined by Dr. Alexes Hazen to discuss non-invasive options to optimize your beauty and health.
2024-08-2311 minRohrich KnoseBreast Augmentation and The “Internal Bra” with Dr. Alexes HazenIn this episode, Dr. Rohrich is joined by Dr. Alexes Hazen to discuss current breast augmentation trends and techniques, including the social media craze of the “internal bra”.
2024-08-2121 minDr. ZENMad Migraines with Jim CramerWATCH FULL EPISODE ON YOUTUBE HERE
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This week's episode features a very special guest & dear friend, Jim Cramer, of Mad Money fame. In it, I get the inside scoop on how Jim found relief from his chronic migraines & debilitating tinnitus. Jim's charisma, and fighting spirit make this winding heroic journey enlightening, entertaining, and inspiring. You won't want to miss it!
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Topics Discussed with Jim:
Working with the American Migraine Foundation
Immense progress being made in migraine medicine
Living with chronic & debilitating pain
Helping the migraine community here & now
2024-08-1548 minDr. ZENOn taking the time to linger with Tadeo SoriceWATCH FULL EPISODE ON YOUTUBE HERE
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Welcome to a more casual BTS type of episode to match the languid last days of summer. This week, I shoot the sh*t with my long-time friend and creative counterpart, Tadeo Sorice, or as I like to call him, Stef. We discuss a variety of topics centered around identity & creativity. If you're in need of a hangout session with two old friends, we'd love in invite you to listen and linger along with us.
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Topics Discussed with Tadeo:
Changing his legal...2024-08-0817 minDr. ZENLiving outside of the Binary with Eli ObermanWATCH FULL EPISODE ON YOUTUBE HERE
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This week, we are joined by a former patient of mine, Eli Oberman (they/them) who discusses their unusual transitioning journey. From an atypical path to top surgery, to forming a familial allyship with their trans brother, Elijah's perseverance, positivity, and passion shine through in every peculiar moment they find themselves in.
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Topics Discussed:
How Elijah discovered their true gender identity.
Being a musician and singer while transitioning
Resources for family members of trans, non-binary, & other LGBTQ+ folks.
The impact of having...2024-08-0240 minDr. ZENFertility Preservation for Transgender Patients with Dr. Mary Elizabeth FinoWATCH FULL EPSIODE ON YOUTUBE HERE
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Dr. Elizabeth Fino M.D. joins us this week to discuss the various options & technologies that are available for transgender patients when it comes to family planning. As a leader in the LGBTQ+ fertility field, hearing Dr. Fino discuss the progress in technology, care, and fertility preservation was incredibly insightful and inspiring. Listen if you are curious about transgender fertility preservation, if you are a practitioner with trans patients, or if you need some good ol' LGBTQ+ hope right about now.
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Topics Discussed in the...2024-07-2547 minDr. ZENAwakening Your Spirituality with Andy Santo PietroWATCH FULL EPISODE ON YOUTUBE HERE
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In this week's episode, I had the privilege of interviewing a former surgical patient of mine, Andie Santo Pietro. He is an international best-selling author, a traditionally trained social worker, and a self-proclaimed healer and spiritual leader. In this week’s episode, we discuss a myriad of topics such as gender, sexuality, and transitioning; all relating back to the central theme of spirituality. Andie is an untraditional spirit, but his wisdom and wit will keep you enraptured throughout.
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Topics discussed in the episode: ...2024-07-1833 minDr. ZENHow Kevin Moore changed the game in LGBTQ+ HealthcareWATCH FULL EPISODE ON YOUTUBE HERE
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This week we are doing a deep dive into the progress that has been made in LGBTQ+ healthcare since I started my career as a surgeon.
Luckily, my dear friend & colleague, Kevin Moore, has been diligently working to change the system from the inside out! As an expert on this topic, it was a pleasure to hear about the lasting impact that him & many others have made to the lives of the LGBTQ+ community.
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Topics discussed in the episode:
Helping...2024-07-1149 minDr. ZENUncovering the Connective Tissue in Dr. Eduardo Rodriguez's CareerWATCH FULL EPISODE ON YOUTUBE HERE
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Dr. Eduardo Rodriguez is a long-time friend and colleague, but hearing him reflect on the trajectory of his career: including a stint as a dentist, an 8 month trip to Taipei, and the world's first face transplant was incredibly inspiring!
A true archetypal hero's journey, listen for an in-depth overview on how Dr. Rodriguez found his true calling in the medical field.
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Topics discussed in the episode:
Dr. Rodriguez’s magical journey to Johns Hopkins
How he became a pseudo celebrity in...2024-07-0453 minDr. ZENThe Surgeon has become the Patient with Dr. Marsha HarrisWATCH FULL EPISODE ON YOUTUBE HERE
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Not every surgeon lives long enough to become a patient in the operating room, but this week's guest is a rare find!
Welcome the badass, double-board-certified, and incredibly brave, Dr. Marsha Harris to the Dr. ZEN Podcast!
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Topics discussed in the episode:
How Dr. Harris managed her polycystic kidney disease and eventual kidney transplant
Understanding the transplant waitlist process
The new Health Equity in Transplantation Coalition
Operating as a surgeon in a male-dominated field
Trailblazing as a marginalized member of...2024-06-2742 minDr. ZENMystic Medicine & Master Plants with Dr. MayaI had the immense pleasure of interviewing neurologist and herbal expert, Dr. Maya Shetreat for today's episode. In it we discuss, plant medicine, participating in safe psychedelic experiences, and neuroplasticity in the brain.
Dr. Maya is a true expert in her field, and after our chat, I have very high hopes for the future of plant medicine.
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Maya Shetreat, MD, is a neurologist, herbalist, urban farmer, and author of The Dirt Cure: Healthy Food, Healthy Gut, Happy Child (Simon and Schuster, 2016), which has been translated into 10 languages. She has been featured in the New York T...2024-06-2050 minDr. ZENCHATTING PEPTIDES with Dr. Jamie Gabel of AdvitamOn this week's episode of Dr. ZEN, we discuss the myriad of uses for peptides inside the wonderful world on Advitam with Dr, Jamie Gabel, PA-C, MS.
We cover Jamie's trajectory towards lifestyle medicine, the Ozempic craze, and how we are both maintaining our morals as practitioners in this ever-changing world.
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Jamie Gabel, PA-C, MS, is a highly skilled physician assistant at Advitam in Midtown Manhattan, New York. With a focus on metabolic medicine, Jamie offers innovative therapies that help patients overcome the effects of aging and improve their overall well-being.
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Dem Bois PodcastCreating Space to Promote Change Through Music with Father VenusSend us a textHow do we learn gender roles? They are taught to us by society, our families, our teachers, our peers, our bosses, etc. They tell us who we are supposed to be and how we should behave. But we get to decide who we are and who we will become. In this episode of Dem Bois Podcast, my guest Father Venus shares how his gender journey sparked his artistic journey and how he incorporates the two.We talk:Father Venus’ love for being an Aries - 8:40His career change be...2024-01-311h 08
Plastic Surgery DecodedManagement of Fat Part 2: Repurposing Your Fat with Dr Alexes Hazen - Episode 85In previous episode 84, or Part 1, we discussed how to reduce unwanted fat. In this episode, Part 2, we discuss the novel uses for some of that excess fat. You might be surprised, because we usually think of FAT as something to get rid of! Well, fat can be like Liquid Gold when it’s moved from one place in the body to another, improving contour and sometimes transforming the overlying skin quality, too. This may be called fat transfer, or fat grafting, or fat injections. But, is it better than filler?We delve into the engaging subject of rep...2024-01-3039 min
Beyond The HeartGuest: Alexes Hazen Topic: Skincare for AllAlexes Hazen MD, FACS is an Associate Professor of Surgery at NYU Grossman School of Medicine. Alexes is a regular host of the Sirius Radio Doctor Radio’s “Plastic Surgery show” and has been since its inception in 2008. Most recently has been a part of the Face Transplant Team at NYU. She runs her own practice in New York, Alexes Hazen Plastic Surgery, where she has a holistic approach to plastic surgery, anti-aging and wellness. Dr. Nieca and Alexes discuss her the future of cosmetic procedures and her new skincare line.2023-09-2554 min
Busy BodyPain and Recovery with NY's top Top Surgeon, Dr. Alexis HazenOn this episode I'm joined by NY's top Top Surgeon, Dr. Alexes Hazen. Dr. Hazen and I have collaborated several times on workshop/events for Top Surgery recipients combining my Fascia Release™ recovery work with her expertise and information through the OUT Foundation. You can find pre-recorded versions of a past workshop with Dr. Hazen and I and add'l Top Surgery resources HERE.Be sure to check out Dr. Hazen's office and offerings here for all your plastic surgery and skin care needs. Follow her on instagram here. Follow Busy Body Podcast on...2023-05-2750 min
EmbodiedRefused: When You're Too Fat For Top SurgeryLast October Anita got an e-mail that piqued her curiosity: a story pitch about how anti-fat bias affects people seeking gender-affirming surgery. She hands the mic over to audio journalist H Conley, who follows a 26-year-old Black nonbinary food writer as they overcome repeated barriers to getting top surgery due to body size.Meet the guests:- Chala June, an associate editor at "Bon Appétit" magazine, shares their experience of being told to lose weight before getting top surgery- Dr. Alexes Hazen, a New York City-based aesthetic and reconstructive surgeon who p...2023-01-2741 minBeyond The HeartAlexes Hazen Topic: Navigating The World of Plastic SurgeryAlexes Hazen MD, FACS is an Associate Professor of Surgery at NYU Grossman School of Medicine. Alexes is a regular host of the Sirius Radio Doctor Radio’s “Plastic Surgery show” and has been since its inception in 2008. Most recently has been a part of the Face Transplant Team at NYU. She runs her own practice in New York, Alexes Hazen Plastic Surgery, where she has a holistic approach to plastic surgery, anti-aging and wellness. Dr. Nieca and Alexes discuss her passion and goal to help patients transform both body and soul through the latest technology and innovation.2022-12-0549 min
Dr. ZENBABY BOTOX and the BEST NEW NON-SURGICAL PROCEDURES FOR ANTI-AGING with DR. SHAFERListen as Dr. Hazen and Dr. Shafer ( IG: @shaferclinic ) discuss the benefits of starting Botox early as a preventive measure and learn about all sorts of ways to stave off and slow down the aging process. Dr. David Shafer is a Double Board Certified Plastic Surgeon. In addition to teaching plastic surgery residents from New York University, Columbia University, Cornell and Lenox Hill Hospital, Dr. Shafer remains academically active. In recent years, Dr. Shafer has written peer-reviewed articles and chapters on facelift techniques, BOTOX Cosmetic®, Dysport™ and anesthesia for plastic surgery. Additionally, he has produced DVDs on BOTOX® Cosmetic® injec...2022-08-1726 min
Dr. ZENDR. ZEN and MIND BODY CONNECTIONListen as I chat with Carla Melucci Ardito, a yoga therapist who specializes in the mind body connection. Do you want to learn from your past to lead you to a brighter and happier future? Do you want to connect to your mind and body in a profound way? Join us as we explore our journey to Zen.2022-05-3127 min
Unboxed BeautyDr. Alexes Hazen chats with Deawy DuoDr. Hazen is an Associate Professor at the Hansjorg Wyss Department of Plastic Surgery at NYU Langone Medical Center. From 2002 to 2018 Dr. Hazen was the Director of the NYU Aesthetic Surgery Center, a position she let go of in order to create her own practice. Dr. Hazen has been an educator and practicing surgeon for almost 20 years and has received numerous awards for both her teaching and her work as a plastic surgeon. Listen with Julia and Diana as they hilariously chat with Dr. Hazen about their longtime friendship and how Alexes became Deawy's Medical Director. Special guest appearance...2021-02-2450 min
Unboxed BeautyDr. Alexes Hazen chats with Deawy DuoDr. Hazen is an Associate Professor at the Hansjorg Wyss Department of Plastic Surgery at NYU Langone Medical Center. From 2002 to 2018 Dr. Hazen was the Director of the NYU Aesthetic Surgery Center, a position she let go of in order to create her own practice. Dr. Hazen has been an educator and practicing surgeon for almost 20 years and has received numerous awards for both her teaching and her work as a plastic surgeon. Listen with Julia and Diana as they hilariously chat with Dr. Hazen about their longtime friendship and how Alexes became Deawy's Medical Director. Special guest appearance...2021-02-2450 min
The Doctor Youn ShowWhat to Eat, Apply, and Do to Look Younger with Dr. Alexes HazenNot every plastic surgeon practices holistic plastic surgery. But my guest this week does. Dr. Alexes Hazen is a board-certified plastic surgeon who has made huge changes to her life and how she treats patients. Although she is an Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery at NYULangone Health Center, she encourages her patients to take a more holistic viewpoint in how they take care of themselves. On this episode, we’ll discuss exactly what holistic plastic surgery means to Dr. Hazen. We’ll reveal what she recommends for eating (such as decreasing gluten!), putting on the skin, a...2020-05-2044 min
The Doctor Youn ShowWhat to Eat, Apply, and Do to Look Younger with Dr. Alexes HazenNot every plastic surgeon practices holistic plastic surgery. But my guest this week does. Dr. Alexes Hazen is a board-certified plastic surgeon who has made huge changes to her life and how she treats patients. Although she is an Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery at NYULangone Health Center, she encourages her patients to take a more holistic viewpoint in how they take care of themselves. On this episode, we’ll discuss exactly what holistic plastic surgery means to Dr. Hazen. We’ll reveal what she recommends for eating (such as decreasing gluten!), putting on the skin, a...2019-01-2941 min
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery - PRS Journal ClubFebruary 2018: PRP & Lipofilling; Lateral Thigh Perforator Flap; Postbariatric BrachioplastyIn this episode of the Award-winning PRS Journal Club Podcast, 2018 Resident Ambassadors to the PRS Editorial Board – Francesco Egro, Nicole Phillips, and Ira Savetsky - and special guest Alexes Hazen, MD discuss the following articles from the February 2018 issue:
“The Addition of Platelet-Rich Plasma to Facial Lipofilling: A Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Randomized Trial” by Willemsen, Van Dongen, Spiekman et al.
"The Lateral Thigh Perforator Flap for Autologous Breast Reconstruction: A Prospective Analysis of 138 Flaps” by Tuinder, Beugels, Lataster, et al.
“Postbariatric Brachioplasty with Posteromedial Scar: Physical Model, Technical Refinements, and Clinical Outcomes” by Simone, Carusi, Segreto....2018-01-2446 min