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The Patient Warrior and MeSeason 2 Episode 6 Is your medication making you sick?Taking too much of a medication or taking a medication to counteract the side effects of another medication can make you feel worse than before you went to the doctor. Being in the hospital is never fun. When you understand a bit more about how to help the medical staff help you, you can end up with a hospital stay that is as good as it can be.In this episode we discuss both these topics and dig deeper into subjects we don't often talk about.2024-11-0340 minThe Patient Warrior and MeSeason 2 Episode 5 How do you choose/find the right health insurance?Choosing the right health insurance for your needs is a daunting task. Working with a trusted advisor can not only make the process less stressful but helps ensure you get just what you need--not more, not less. Karla Flores joins us to discuss this deep topic. You can reach her at 480-650-0018 or kflores@360bsa.com. She can help you no matter what State you live in. She's who Jim and I trust for our insurance coverage.2024-10-2438 minThe Patient Warrior and MeSeason 2 Episode 4 Rheumatoid Arthritis cure and a hospital hostageCured? That's a HUGE label. Hear the story of non-traditional medical treatments that made all traces of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) disappear. In four week!You'll also hear how a hospital provided minimal details to a patient and it cost them time and money for a hospital stay and ineffective treatments that were eventually done in the doctor's office.2024-08-2140 minThe Patient Warrior and MeSeason 2 Episode 3 Anatomy of a DiseaseAll journeys in life give us "lessons learned". In this episode Jim and Caryn share wisdom from a nearly year long battle against liver failure: boundaries, receiving help, asking for help. We aren't meant to do this journey alone.2024-08-1739 minThe Patient Warrior and MeSeason 2 Episode 2 Jim's personal journey with liver failureJim shares his personal journey with liver failure in 2022-2023. It's a story of a medical journey, an emotional journey and most importantly, a journey with God to healing.2024-07-0335 minThe Patient Warrior and MeSeason 2 Episode 1 The Journey to a new liver with Mike and JulieMike faced death without a new liver. In this episode we hear from him and his wife about their journey to getting their life and dreams back on track.2024-05-201h 11The Patient Warrior and MeSeason 1 Episode 12 A dear friend shares her dementia journey with her husbandJoin Caryn and our friend Elaine as she shares what she learned in the 23-year journey with her husband's decline into dementia. You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll learn tricks to help you or someone you love as your watch a loved one decline.2023-01-2330 minThe Patient Warrior and MeSeason 1 Episode 11 The system is killing the old and handicapped with guest Scott ScharaScott Schara joins us to tell the story of his beloved daughter Grace who had Downs Syndrome and how the hospital killed her when she got COVID. You won't believe this. His first-hand account is shocking and his courage is meant to open your eyes to what's really happening in hospitals2022-12-1341 minThe Patient Warrior and MeEpisode 10 Johnny and Tracey share their cancer journeyOur dear friends Johnny and Tracey share their real life journey through Tracey's breast cancer battle and reiterate the important of having an advocate on your team--a friend, a family member or both! We share laughs, friendship and meaningful tips we hope you'll share with friends and family in your world to make a healthcare journey lighter to bear.2022-10-2046 minThe Patient Warrior and MeEpisode 9 Cardiologist Dr Dave shares his experiences and insightsDr. Dave is a cardiologist working in a rural hospital on the east coast He shares insights and experiences that will enlighten and empower you to take control of your healthcare decision and keep you informed in this crazy healthcare world.2022-10-151h 00The Patient Warrior and MeEpisode 8 Naturopathic physician Dr Alan Bradford, Gilbert, ArizonaOur guest is Dr. Alan Bradford a naturopathic physician located in Gilbert, Arizona but he also does virtual office visits. Hear his philosophy on patient freedom, the importance of balanced hormones, cutting edge technologies like peptides. You'll enjoy this uplifting conversation while you surely learn something new.www.DrAlanBradford.comwww.DowntownGilbertHealthcare.com2022-10-0543 minThe Patient Warrior and MeEpisode 7 Dr Dan Graham Downtown Gilbert Healthcare & FitnessJoin us for an uplifting look at a healthcare office that is interested in more than just your skeletal function. If you're looking for creative, fun ways to get and stay fit, tactical training for law enforcement and the everyday person, self-defense that ACTUALLY WORKS!--Downtown Gilbert Healthcare and Downtown Gilbert Fitness is your place. Dr Dan and his team of Warrior instructors want to help you achieve your goals for your health and your safety. Plus.....they're fun!2022-10-0155 minThe Patient Warrior and MeEpisode 6 Interview with a former critical care nurse and why she quitWe visit with an Acute Care nurse as she shares her story of working in a hospital during the pandemic. She shares her firsthand observations and experiences inside the machine of modern medicine and the mistreatment of COVID patients. She's in private practice now and many of her patients have obvious vaccine injuries. You won't want to miss this one!Notes: MATH+ protocal Staci talks about https://covid19criticalcare.com/covid-19-protocols/math-plus-protocol/https://goldcare.com/https://react19.org/2022-09-0738 minThe Patient Warrior and MeEpisode 5 Clinical Trials and Emerging TechnologiesHere we discuss the importance of asking your healthcare provider about clinical trials and what new technologies are available that you may be eligible for. Ask early! Ask often!Notes:NCORP NCI Community Oncology Research Program (NCORP) (cancer.gov)Home - ClinicalTrials.gov2022-09-0724 minThe Patient Warrior and MeEpisode 4 A Cautionary Tale: Kurtis and TammyOur dear friend Kurtis shares his heartbreaking story of losing his amazing wife Tammy. You'll be shocked and ticked by what he tells you.2022-08-2054 min
Community GuidelinesThe Patient Warrior with Special Guests, Jim & Caryn KommersIn this episode, we were honored to sit down with our good friends Jim & Caryn Kommers from The Patient Warrior And Me. In 2008, Jim was thrust into the medical world when he took on the role to guide his father through a difficult medical diagnosis. As a result of this experience, Jim saw the dire need for patient advocacy--someone to help patients navigate the overwhelming, and sometimes politically-charged world of medicine. Join us as we share stories of patient victory and heartache.
You can learn more about Jim and Caryn's work on their website at ThePatientWarriorAndMe.com...2022-08-1746 minThe Patient Warrior and MeEpisode 3 Are you kidding me!? Stories from Jim's patients you will not believeNearly every day a situation comes to Jim's attention that is nearly unbelievable. The medical system is so dysfunctional you will not believe some of the circumstances people find themselves or their loved ones in. In this episode, Jim and Caryn share some of those stories with you in an effort to help you avoid them yourself.2022-08-0830 minThe Patient Warrior and MeEpisode 1 How did all this start and Standard of CareIn this first episode, you'll learn how the Patient Warrior and Me came to be. Jim Kommers will share his personal journey and the events that lead to helping patients and their families navigate treatment options, deal with insurance nightmares and and offering hope to those on a scary health journey. We will also explain and discuss Standard of Care and how it effects the treatments you are offered and how they are carried out.2022-08-0835 minThe Patient Warrior and MeEpisode 2 Questions to ask your doctor upon diagnosis and record keeping tipsIn this episode, we review Jim's suggested questions you should ask when you've been diagnosed with something scary. These questions help you focus during an office visit so you leave with meaningful information in the hope that the overwhelm you are sure to feel can be tamed.We also discuss the importance of keeping detailed records and how important it is to have those record with you 100% of the time.2022-08-0830 min