The Resilience Factor
Episodes
What They’re Not Telling You About Stem Cells And Healing | Dr. Mari Mitrani
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Mari Mitrani, a physician-scientist who pivoted from a traditional medical path to pioneer a field that didn't e...
Why Your Mindset Is The Secret To Faster Post-Surgical Healing | Kate Ferguson
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What mindfulness looks like in the middle of a high-stress clinic day is often very different from the calm, polished images we see on social media. I...
Inside the Mind of an NHL Emergency Goalie: Resilience, Sobriety, and Second Chances | Max Duggan
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine standing in a locker room knowing you might be called into an NHL game at any second or perhaps never at all. Max Duggan joins Dr. Pamela Meht...
The #1 Mistake Ruining Your Surgery Recovery (And How to Fix It) | Shelby Howard O’Hara
05 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
When the surgical anesthesia wears off, the real work begins, but it isn’t a journey you have to take alone. In this episode, Dr. Pamela Mehta sits ...
Life After Elite Soccer: Injury, Identity & Motherhood | Danielle Slaton
26 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when your lifelong passion is suddenly taken away? In this episode of The Resilience Factor, Dr. Pamela Mehta sits down with Danielle Sla...
Anatomy-First Shoe Design: Bridging Medicine and Fashion | Joan Oloff, DPM
19 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ever been told that high-end fashion is "supposed to hurt"? In this episode, Dr. Pamela Mehta sits down with Dr. Joan Oloff, podiatric surgeon and fou...
Olympic Resilience & Grit | Afsoon Johnston
12 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Perfect for sports parents, young athletes, and anyone navigating a major comeback, this episode is a deep dive into what it really takes to build a r...
Healthcare Reform: COVID & Admin Harm | Dr. Charulata Ramaprasad & Dr. Mary Meyer
05 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Perfect for healthcare leaders and patients, this episode reveals the systemic "Administrative Harm" currently undermining medical care. Emergency p...
Sports Vision, Eye Health & Myopia | Dr. Jennifer Tsai
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Pamela Mehta sits down with optometrist and entrepreneur Dr. Jennifer Tsai to explore how modern eye care goes far beyond glasses...
How to Protect Your Brain and Build Resilience at Any Age | Dr. Rupa Juthani
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Pamela Mehta sits down with neurosurgeon Dr. Rupa Juthani to talk about how our everyday choices shape our brain as we age. From ...
Building Mental Toughness and Physical Strength | Jason Khalipa
15 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Pamela Mehta is joined by Jason Khalipa—2008 CrossFit Games champion, founder of NC Fit, and creator of the AMRAP mentality—who shares how he ...
Thriving, Not Just Surviving: A Journey into Longevity Medicine | Dr. Poonam Desai
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Pamela Mehta is joined by Dr. Poonam Desai, a double board-certified physician and founder of Longevity Place. After a decade sav...
Listening Is Medicine: Advocacy, Bias, and Better Care | Erin Nance, MD
01 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Pamela Mehta sits down with orthopedic hand surgeon and digital creator Dr. Erin Nance to explore how women’s health, sports in...
Understanding Meniscus Tears: Symptoms, Types, and Treatment Options
25 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Pamela Mehta breaks down what a meniscus tear is, why it happens, and what your options are if you’re dealing with knee pain. F...
Posture, Force, Duration: The Ergonomic Formula for Injury Prevention | Amy Brown
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Dr. Pamela Mehta as she sits down with Amy Brown, a certified ergonomist and engineer, to talk about how the way we work affects our bodies over ...
Owning Your Health Journey | Kameelah Phillips, MD
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Dr. Pamela Mehta for a lively and insightful episode with Dr. Kameelah Phillips, a leading voice in women's health, as she shares her journey fro...
Inside Sports Medicine: ACLs, Injury Prevention, and Peak Performance | Karen Sutton, MD
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Dr. Pamela Mehta for an inspiring conversation with Dr. Karen Sutton, one of the most influential figures in sports medicine today. From her work...
Osteoarthritis 101: Understanding the Most Common Form of Arthritis
27 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Pamela Mehta unravels the complexities of osteoarthritis, offering listeners a comprehensive and compassionate guide to understanding this common ...
Pitch Counts, Pain, and Prevention: The Truth About Little League Injuries
20 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Dr. Pamela Mehta as she dives into the challenges faced by young baseball players when it comes to arm pain and overuse. She discusses what paren...
Hormones, Peptides and the Science of Aging Well | Renee Young, ND
13 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Dr. Pamela Mehta, orthopedic surgeon, as she sits down with Dr. Renee Young, a trailblazing naturopathic physician who’s redefining what it mea...
From Curve Balls to Chords | Mike Drew
06 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Pamela Mehta is joined by Mike Drew, a Northern California singer-songwriter who transformed his athletic journey into a musical passion. Hear how...
Rotator Cuff Tears: Treatment and Recovery
30 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Pamela Mehta, orthopedic surgeon and shoulder expert, breaks down everything you need to know about rotator cuff tears — one of the most common ...
Processed Foods, Screen Time, and Childhood Obesity: What Parents Need to Know | Renee Paro, MD
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Pamela Mehta sits down with Dr. Renee Paro, a board-certified pediatric cardiologist, to explore the critical intersection of nutrition, lifestyle...
When to Consider Knee Replacement Surgery
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Pamela Mehta, orthopedic surgeon, breaks down knee replacement, helping you understand joint pain, weigh treatment options, and make informed deci...
Raising Resilient Kids: Mental Health, Youth Sports, and Parenting in the Digital Age | Jessica Decker, LPCC
09 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Pamela Mehta, orthopedic surgeon and mom of three, sits down with licensed counselor Jessica Decker to tackle the complex world of raising resilie...
Health Insurance: What It Really Means for Patients and Physicians
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Pamela Mehta, orthopedic surgeon, discusses the differences between in-network and out-of-network healthcare. Your healthcare network could be the...
When Your Shoulder Pain Could Be Serious
25 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Pamela Mehta, orthopedic surgeon, unpacks the mysteries of shoulder pain, revealing when a simple ache might signal something more serious. Learn ...
Shoulder Dislocations Decoded: What Every Active Person Needs to Know
18 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Pamela Mehta, board-certified orthopedic surgeon, dives into how this complex joint can be both incredibly versatile and surprisingly vulnerable. ...
Life as a Dual-Doctor Couple: Managing Orthopedics, Parenthood, and Medical Careers | Jaspaul Gogia, MD
11 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join orthopedic surgeons Dr. Pamela Mehta and Dr. Jaspaul Gogia as they share their personal and professional journey, from college sweethearts to med...
Is It Tennis Elbow? What You Need to Know to Heal and Prevent It
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Pamela Mehta, orthopedic surgeon, breaks down the real story behind tennis elbow - from why it happens to everyday people to the warning signs you...
The Musculoskeletal Syndrome of Menopause | Vonda Wright, MD
28 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Vonda Wright, orthopedic surgeon and longevity expert, joins Dr. Mehta to unveil the hidden challenges women face during menopause, transforming o...
Why You Probably Still Need an X-Ray — Even If You Didn’t Break Anything
21 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Pamela Mehta, board-certified orthopedic surgeon, explains why X-rays are essential for diagnosing joint pain and orthopedic issues, even when you...
Pelvic Floor Dysfunction: Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions for Women | Rena Malik, MD
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Rena Malik, a top urologist, joins Dr. Pamela Mehta to unpack everything you never learned about your pelvic floor. From leaking and low libido to...
Evolution of Prevention of Head Injuries in Athletes | Amber S. Gordon, MD
07 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Amber Gordon, a renowned neurosurgeon with years of experience on the front lines of brain injury treatment, joins orthopedic surgeon Dr. Pamela M...
Hormones, Joints, and Pain: Navigating The Musculoskeletal Impact of Menopause
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Board-certified orthopedic surgeon Dr. Pamela Mehta breaks down how menopause can wreak havoc on your joints—revealing the science behind the aches,...
Taking Back Medicine: Who Should Be In the Exam Room? | Elisabeth Potter, MD
24 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Pamela Mehta is joined by Dr. Elizabeth Potter, a reconstructive plastic surgeon and patient advocate, who shares the struggles of physicians figh...
Joint Preservation: Why Cutting Isn’t Always the Solution | Julia Iafrate, DO
17 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Julia Iafrate, sports medicine specialist and former elite athlete, joins Dr. Pamela Mehta to share cutting-edge, non-surgical strategies for join...
Regenerative Medicine: PRP, Stem Cells, and the Future of Healing
10 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Pamela Mehta gives an in-depth discussion about cutting-edge regenerative medicine techniques, focusing on platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and stem cel...
ACL Tears: Prevention, Treatment & My 15-Year Journey Without One
03 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Pamela Mehta, board-certified orthopedic surgeon, dives into ACL tears. Drawing from both professional expertise and personal experience, she expl...
Introducing The Resilience Factor: Where Strength Meets Longevity (Season 1!)
25 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to The Resilience Factor: Where Strength Meets Longevity. We are excited to share Season 1 of the podcast launching July 3rd! Please rate, re...