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.

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Lara Baatenburg, MD, MSCP 7/14/26 Lara Baatenburg, MD, MSCP 7/14/26

"Is European Food Actually Healthier?" | What We Learned from Our Italian Honeymoon

Everyone has a friend who "didn't gain a pound" in Italy. David decided to actually test it — InBody scan before, InBody scan after two weeks of pizza, pasta, and Aperol spritzes. In this episode, he and Dr. Lara recap their honeymoon through Rome and Sicily, and share what the scale and the science actually said.

Lara Baatenburg, MD, MSCP 7/7/26 Lara Baatenburg, MD, MSCP 7/7/26

Our Wedding Wasn't Perfect—It Was Better Than That

David and Dr. Lara stepped away from the mic to get married. In this episode, they're back with the full story — the rehearsal dinner at Jana's house, the scooter ride through downtown Grand Rapids, and the moment a lost set of keys accidentally produced the best photos of the whole weekend.