VITALS & VALUES PODCAST
Welcome to Vitals & Values, a podcast that explores the intersection of modern medicine, human connection, and purpose-driven care. Each episode features thought leaders, clinicians, and changemakers who are reshaping healthcare from the inside out. Whether you’re a provider, patient, or simply curious about how values influence outcomes, this podcast offers timely insights and heartfelt conversations that matter.
Why Are We So Anxious Right Now?
Something has shifted. Anxiety and depression aren't just more talked about — they're genuinely more common, and the reasons are more layered than any single headline suggests. Dr. Lara and David examine what's actually driving the rise, and what's still within our control.
Overcoming Lipedema: Seven Surgeries and a New Life
Lipedema is widely misunderstood, frequently missed, and life-altering for the women living with it. In this episode of Vitals & Values, Cara shares the full arc — from years of misdiagnosis to seven surgeries and a body that finally works with her instead of against her. This one is worth listening to twice.
“Profit vs. Patients?” A Real Conversation About Big Pharma
In this episode of Vitals and Values, David Roden and Dr. Lara explore the complicated relationship between patients, healthcare, and the pharmaceutical industry. From the real costs of drug development to the role lifestyle choices play in chronic disease, this conversation challenges common narratives about Big Pharma and calls for a more balanced, honest perspective on modern medicine.