FMP Essentials: Functional Medicine Practitioner Show (Dr. Yousef Elyaman)

FMP Essentials Show: The Functional Medicine Key to Beating Coronary Artery Disease

Host: Dr. Yousef Elyaman, Functional Medicine Primary Care Physician
Guest: Dr. Sanjay Bhojraj, Cardiologist & Functional Medicine Expert

What You’ll Get in This Must-Listen Episode

Get ready to rethink everything you know about heart health! In this episode, Dr. Yousef Elyaman sits down with Dr. Sanjay Bhojraj to uncover a game-changing approach to coronary artery disease (CAD). They’re tackling root causes, from inflammation to metabolic dysfunction, and showing how functional medicine can transform lives.

Key Questions Answered:

• What’s causing coronary artery disease beyond cholesterol?
• How can advanced testing stop heart attacks before they happen?
• What simple lifestyle changes can save lives?

Why You Can’t Miss This Episode

With 1 in 4 deaths in the U.S. due to heart disease, this is the revolution the medical field has been waiting for. Dr. Bhojraj and Dr. Elyaman deliver a practical, hopeful roadmap for preventing and managing CAD.

What You’ll Learn

• From Stents to Solutions: Dr. Bhojraj’s transition from performing stents to addressing root causes.
• The Power of Advanced Testing: Why biomarkers like ApoB, homocysteine, and high-sensitivity CRP are critical tools for practitioners.
• Lifestyle Medicine That Works: How sleep, strength training, and personalized diets are saving lives.
• Bonus: Discover the biggest mistake practitioners make in treating CAD—and how to fix it.

Shareable Quotes

• “The future of heart health isn’t a pill—it’s a root-cause revolution.”
• “Healing the heart means healing the whole body.”
• “ApoB is the unsung hero of advanced lipid testing. Don’t skip it.”

Disclaimers

1. Educational Purpose Only:
   This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or qualified healthcare provider regarding a medical condition or treatment.

2. No Doctor-Patient Relationship:
   Listening to this podcast does not establish a doctor-patient relationship between you and the host, guest, or any of their affiliated entities.

3. Supplement Use Disclaimer:
   Any supplements or products mentioned in this episode are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting new supplements or treatments.

4. Professional Responsibility:
   Practitioners should use their professional judgment and consult appropriate resources or specialists before implementing any strategies discussed in this episode.

5. Liability Disclaimer:
   The host, guest, and affiliated organizations assume no liability for any harm or damage resulting from the use or misuse of the information shared in this episode.

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• Instagram & Facebook: @DrSanjayMD
• Website: Well12 Health Program

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• Instagram: @drelyaman

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FMP Essentials Show – Where Functional Medicine Meets Mastery

A Must-Listen for Anyone Who Cares About Heart Health and Functional Medicine

Host: Dr. Yousef Elyaman, Functional Medicine Primary Care Physician

Guest: Dr. Ellie Campbell, Family Physician & Cardiovascular Expert

Episode Description

High blood pressure is more than just a number—it’s a warning sign that something deeper is happening in your body.

In this episode of the FMP Essentials Show, Dr. Yousef Elyaman speaks with Dr. Ellie Campbell, an expert in cardiovascular and functional medicine, to reveal the hidden causes of hypertension that most people—and even many doctors—overlook.

Could your oral health, nitric oxide levels, or even your gut bacteria be affecting your blood pressure? The answer might surprise you.

This conversation goes beyond medication-based solutions and dives into the real root causes of hypertension, including chronic inflammation, oral-systemic health, and overlooked lifestyle factors.

If you care about heart health, longevity, and natural approaches to wellness, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

• Why hypertension is more than just high numbers—and what it actually means for your health
• The surprising connection between oral health and heart disease
• How dental infections and gum disease may be increasing your blood pressure
• The biggest mistakes people make when measuring blood pressure at home and at the doctor’s office
• Why nitric oxide is the key to blood pressure regulation and how to optimize it naturally
• The connection between high blood pressure, sleep apnea, and poor gut health
• Natural strategies to lower blood pressure without relying only on medication
• How to know if you might have “hidden” or masked hypertension

Who Should Listen to This Episode?

• Anyone concerned about high blood pressure or heart disease
• Those looking for natural, functional medicine approaches to managing hypertension
• People who want to go beyond prescription drugs and find root-cause solutions
• Functional medicine practitioners and health-conscious individuals who want to stay ahead of the latest research
• Anyone who wants to understand how oral health, inflammation, and metabolic health impact blood pressure

Key Takeaways from This Episode

"Hypertension isn’t just about salt and stress—it’s an inflammatory and metabolic problem."

"Your mouth health is your heart health—don’t ignore it."

"Most people are measuring their blood pressure wrong, leading to unnecessary diagnoses and missed cases."

"Nitric oxide is the unsung hero of cardiovascular health. If you’re not optimizing it, your blood vessels are suffering."

"The goal isn’t just to lower blood pressure—it’s to fix the root causes behind it."

Important Notes and Disclaimers

• This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult your doctor before making changes to your health routine.
• Listening to this episode does not establish a doctor-patient relationship with the host, guest, or affiliated organizations.
• Views expressed by guests do not necessarily reflect the views of FMP Essentials.

Resources & How to Connect

Follow Dr. Ellie Campbell

Website: Campbell Family Medicine

Instagram & Facebook: @ellie.cfm

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Instagram: @fmpessentialshq

Follow Dr. Yousef Elyaman

Instagram: @drelyaman

Music Credits: "Heroes Approaching - Extended" by tunes2go

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🎙️ FMP Essentials Show: "AI in Functional Medicine: Friend or Foe?"

🌟 Host: Dr. Yousef Elyaman, Functional Medicine Primary Care Physician

🌟 Guest: ChatGPT (Artificial Intelligence Assistant)

💥 What You’ll Get in This Must-Listen Episode 💥

AI is rapidly changing healthcare—how should Functional Medicine Practitioners adapt? Dr. Yousef Elyaman sits down with AI itself—ChatGPT—to explore the future of AI in functional medicine, its benefits, risks, and ethical concerns.

🔑 Key Questions We’re Answering:

• What are the biggest opportunities for AI in Functional Medicine over the next 5-10 years?
• Can AI ever replace functional medicine practitioners?
• How do we ensure AI remains unbiased and ethical in healthcare?
• What are practical ways practitioners can integrate AI into their practice right now?
• How can AI help with protocols, patient education, and administrative efficiency?

🔥 Why You Can’t Miss This Episode:
AI is revolutionizing medicine, but should we be excited or afraid? Dr. Elyaman breaks it down in this first-of-its-kind conversation where AI answers your burning questions about AI!

💡 What Listeners Will Learn

✔️ The biggest AI opportunities for functional medicine over the next decade.
✔️ How AI can assist but not replace human practitioners.
✔️ Why AI bias is a real issue—and how to avoid it.
✔️ How custom GPTs can streamline your practice’s phone triage, prescription refills, and nutrition planning.
✔️ The best AI tools to start integrating today.

🎁 Bonus: Learn how to create a department-specific AI assistant (GPT) to support your staff!

🗣️ Shareable Quotes

“AI won’t replace functional medicine practitioners—but those who use AI will replace those who don’t.” – Dr. Elyaman

“Think of AI as your ultimate assistant—it handles the busywork so you can focus on patient care.”

“It’s not about AI vs. doctors—it’s about AI + doctors making healthcare more precise, efficient, and patient-centered.”

⚠️ Disclaimers

📌 Educational Purpose Only – This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.
📌 No Doctor-Patient Relationship – Listening does not establish a doctor-patient relationship.
📌 AI Limitations – AI is a tool, not a substitute for clinical judgment.

📣 Follow Us & The Guest

📸 Follow FMP Essentials:

• Instagram: @fmpessentialshq
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📸 Follow Dr. Yousef Elyaman:

• Instagram: @drelyaman

📸 Follow ChatGPT (Guest):

• Website: OpenAI - ChatGPT
• Twitter/X: @OpenAI

🎶 Music Credits:

• ‘Heroes Approaching - Extended’ by tunes2go

🔥 Call to Action

✅ Enjoyed the Episode? Don’t just listen—take action!
👉 Share this Episode – Help spread the message about AI & Functional Medicine!
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🎙️ FMP Essentials Show – Where Functional Medicine Meets Mastery.

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 Host: Dr. Yousef Elyaman, Functional Medicine Physician
Guest: Jodi Franklin, Functional Medicine Certified Health Coach 

Episode Description
In this episode of the FMP Essentials Show, Dr. Yousef Elyaman sits down with Functional Medicine Certified Health Coach Jodi Franklin to explore the powerful role of health coaching in transforming patient outcomes. Jodi shares her personal journey overcoming chronic autoimmune disease and how her experience inspired a career helping others through functional medicine health coaching.

This conversation highlights the growing need for health coaches in integrative and functional medicine practices, especially when working with patients with chronic diseases like Parkinson’s Disease. Whether you’re a healthcare professional, a functional medicine practitioner, or someone interested in pursuing a career as a health coach, this episode offers essential insights you won’t want to miss.

Key Questions Answered
• What is the role of a functional medicine health coach in modern healthcare?
• How do lifestyle factors like nutrition, sleep, and gut health contribute to Parkinson’s Disease?
• How do health coaches collaborate with functional medicine physicians and other healthcare providers to improve outcomes?
• What are the top environmental and nutritional triggers seen in neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson’s?
• How can someone start a career in functional medicine health coaching, and what training is required?

Why This Episode Matters
Research suggests that over 80% of chronic diseases are influenced by lifestyle and environmental factors. Traditional medical models often leave patients without the personalized support they need to make lasting changes. Functional medicine health coaches fill this critical gap, providing accountability, education, and personalized guidance to help patients achieve better outcomes.

This episode specifically addresses how functional medicine health coaching can improve the lives of patients with Parkinson’s Disease, a condition where environmental toxins, gut health, and metabolic imbalances all play significant roles.

What You’ll Learn
• The essential role of health coaches in functional and integrative medicine
• The link between gut health, constipation, and neurodegenerative diseases
• How chronic inflammation, toxic exposures, and nutrient deficiencies contribute to Parkinson’s Disease
• Why collaboration between health coaches, physicians, and other licensed providers leads to better patient outcomes
• Bonus: How toxic personal care products, cooking surfaces, and household chemicals silently impact brain health and chronic disease risk

Disclaimers
This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice and does not establish a doctor-patient relationship. Any supplement, lifestyle, or dietary recommendations are for informational purposes only and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Practitioners and listeners should apply their own professional judgment when considering the information discussed. Neither the host, guest, nor affiliated organizations assume liability for the application of information shared in this episode.

Guest Information
Website: www.jodifranklin.com
Instagram: @jodifranklinafmc

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Call to Action
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Music Credit
‘Heroes Approaching - Extended’ by tunes2go