The Common Sense MD

Jan 28 2025 206 ep. 18 mins 6
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Welcome to the Common Sense MD podcast, hosted by Dr. Tom Rogers. On this podcast, Dr. Rogers discusses his latest thoughts on advances in healthcare, and gives you his best advice for getting healthy and staying healthy in today's world. New episodes every Monday!

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The Brookhaven Effect w/ Dr. Nathan Wells and Jake Hubbard

Jan 28 2025 15 mins  
In this episode of The Common Sense MD, Dr. Rogers hosts Dr. Nathan Wells and Jake Hubbard from Brookhaven Farms to discuss "The Brookhaven Effect" - a term describing the health benefits of consuming clean, nutrient-dense foods from their farm. The discussion explores the importance of eating unprocessed foods, the benefits of a carnivore-based diet, and the new partners

Intro To Affordable Pharmaceuticals w/ Vinay Patel, PharmD

Jan 21 2025 31 mins  
In this episode of The Common Sense MD, Dr. Rogers speaks with Vinay Patel, PharmD, about the challenges of making pharmaceuticals affordable. They explore staggering price disparities, such as a narcolepsy patient facing a $750 bill at CVS versus $35 via GoodRx at Food City, and discuss why such differences occur. Vinay introduces MakoRx, his company using a cost-plus model to pro

Improving Damaged Skin w/ Kelli Rogers, LME

Jan 14 2025 11 mins  
In this episode of The Common Sense MD, Dr. Rogers is joined by his daughter and Performance Medicine's lead esthetician, Kelli Rogers. With her years of experience, Kelli shares expert tips for rejuvenating sun-damaged skin. Discover effective treatments like the combined use of 5FU and calcipetriene, and learn about innovative methods such as the CO2 CoolPeel and chemical peels.

How To Treat Respiratory Illnesses

Jan 06 2025 12 mins  
In this episode of The Common Sense MD, Dr. Rogers shares timely and vital insights on how to effectively treat respiratory illnesses. With a surge in Covid, flu, and other respiratory ailments, Dr. Rogers emphasizes the importance of early intervention to prevent complications like pneumonia. Drawing from his 38 years of medical experience and personal encounters with illness, he

Regenerative Farming Practices

Dec 31 2024 31 mins  
In this episode of The Common Sense MD, Dr. Rogers explores the world of regenerative farming with special guests Jake Hubbard and Dr. Nathan Wales from Brookhaven Farms. Discover the health benefits of their grass-fed and organic products, including beef, raw milk, and traditionally cured bacon, packaged in an innovative grocery bag designed for convenience and nutrition. In this

The No Processed Food Challenge w/ Lucas Schmidt

Dec 24 2024 23 mins  
In this episode of The Common Sense MD, Dr. Rogers talks with Nutrition Coach Lucas Schmidt about the upcoming "No Processed Food Challenge" launching in January. Dr. Rogers and Lucas dive into the adverse effects of processed and ultra-processed foods on our health, explaining how these foods contribute to weight gain and metabolic diseases. Lucas provides practical tips on identi

Worry About This Not That

Dec 17 2024 11 mins  
In this episode of the Common Sense MD, Dr. Rogers addresses the ever-ubiquitous issue of health anxiety. Drawing from his personal experiences as a family doctor and insights from renowned longevity expert Dr. Peter Attia, Dr. Rogers delves into the delicate balance between necessary health vigilance and overindulgence in medical tests and concerns. Discover the impacts of chronic

Health Risks Of Processed Foods

Dec 10 2024 16 mins  
In this episode of The Common Sense MD, Dr. Rogers dives into the detrimental impact of processed foods on our health. He discusses the rising epidemic of chronic diseases like obesity, insulin resistance, and metabolic syndrome, attributing much of it to misinformation propagated by the food industry. Dr. Rogers explains the difference between unprocessed, minimally processed, pro

The Female Brain

Dec 03 2024 13 mins  
In this episode of The Common Sense MD, Dr. Rogers takes you on a captivating journey into the intricacies of the female brain, inspired by Dr. Louann Brizendine's groundbreaking book, "The Female Brain." Explore the profound differences in how male and female brains function, and learn about the critical role hormones play in influencing women's behavior, mood, and overall neurolo

Brain Health w/ Randy Pardue, MD

Nov 26 2024 12 mins  
In this episode of The Common Sense MD, Dr. Rogers is joined by Dr. Randy Pardue to explore brain health and the power of neuroplasticity. They discuss how lifestyle changes, including diet and exercise, can prevent cognitive decline and Alzheimer’s disease. Dr. Pardue shares insights from Norman Doidge’s book, "The Brain that Changes Itself," and emphasizes the importance of m