The Healthy Brain Toolbox Podcast

Is prevention in healthcare truly possible, or is it structurally sidelined?

In this episode of The Healthy Brain Toolbox, I sit down with Dr. Clint Carter, former ER physician and founder of MyMD Select Tyler, to examine what happens when a doctor steps outside the traditional insurance-based model and rebuilds care around time, access, and relationship.

We explore direct primary care, physician burnout, insurance-driven care, and the link between metabolic health and cognitive decline. From insulin resistance and inflammation to the limits of brief appointments, this conversation challenges how we approach prevention and the future of medicine.

If you’re interested in dementia prevention, lifestyle medicine, healthcare reform, and protecting your cognitive future, this episode is for you.

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Key Takeaways

The soul-crushing reality of traditional healthcare

• Why Dr. Carter almost left medicine to build treehouses
• The magic of direct primary care: no middlemen, no waiting rooms, no nonsense
• How insurance might be costing you more than it’s helping
• Functional medicine, food as medicine, and why “healthy” is a four-letter word
• Why prevention isn’t just about popping pills
• The future of medicine: burnout-proof models and patient-first care

About the Guest

Dr. Clint Carter is a board-certified emergency physician who transitioned from ER medicine to found MyMD Select Tyler, a Direct Primary Care practice focused on time, access, and meaningful patient relationships. He also hosts the MyMD Unscripted podcast, where he challenges the status quo and promotes a more human approach to healthcare.

Additional Resources

• Website: www.mymdselect.com
• Email:  drcarter@mymdselect.com
• LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/clint-carter-472b17263
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/mymdselectETX
• Instagram: www.instagram.com/mymdselect
• Podcast: My MD Unscripted with Clint Carter, MD

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1. Subscribe to The Healthy Brain Toolbox on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube to stay informed, inspired, and equipped with cutting-edge insights in brain health and integrative medicine.
2. Know a colleague, patient, or loved one who could benefit from this episode? Share it with someone navigating their cognitive health journey—or someone building a mission-driven, holistic practice. Let’s amplify awareness and spark transformation together.
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What does it truly take to deliver patient-centered care in today’s complex healthcare system? I’m joined by

Dr. Efrat LaMandre, DNP, FNP-C, a nationally recognized nurse practitioner, educator, and healthcare innovator, as we unpack the challenges, opportunities, and real-world strategies that put patients first.

In this episode, we dive deep into the evolving role of nurse practitioners, the physician shortage, and how inclusivity and compassion can transform care. Dr. E shares her thoughts on medical gaslighting, value-based care, and expanding your clinical toolbox to meet patients where they are. We also tackle the impact of AI, social determinants of health, and the future of functional, individualized healthcare.

If you want to see healthcare through a new lens and discover practical tools to improve patient outcomes, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.

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Key Takeaways:

• Nurse Practitioner Revolution: Filling gaps in care or falling short?
• Medical Gaslighting: Your symptoms matter, and here's how to advocate for your own health.
• Functional & Value-Based Care: Why lifestyle and labs really count.
• AI in Healthcare: Friend, foe, or just a tool?
• LGBTQ+ Inclusivity: Creating safe, affirming care for all.

About the Guest:

Dr. Efrat LaMandre, known as Dr. E, is a nationally recognized nurse practitioner with a PhD and a leading voice in healthcare education. She founded one of the largest NP-led practices in the U.S. and leads EG Prep, a nonprofit organization that trains nurse practitioners nationwide. Through her podcast, The Medical Disruptor, and national media appearances, she challenges conventional medical thinking while promoting patient-centered, evidence-based care.

Website:

• www.drefratlamandre.com

LinkedIn:

• www.linkedin.com/in/efratlamandre

Facebook:

• www.facebook.com/drefratlamandre

TikTok:

• www.tiktok.com/@drefratlamandre

YouTube:

• www.youtube.com/@DrEfratLaMandre

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• www.x.com/DrEfratLamandre

Podcast:

• The Medical Disruptor by Dr. E

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2. Know a colleague, patient, or loved one who could benefit from this episode? Share it with someone navigating their cognitive health journey—or someone building a mission-driven, holistic practice. Let’s amplify awareness and spark transformation together.
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In this episode of the Healthy Brain Toolbox, I sit down with James Hamet, the founder and CEO of Vistim Labs. James is revolutionizing the way we detect and monitor neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. We dive deep into Vistim Labs' innovative EEG-based multimodal brain imaging technology, which offers PET scan-level diagnostic insights without the high costs or radiation risks. Learn about the potential of non-invasive diagnostic tools, the future of brain health, and the power of early detection. Don't miss this eye-opening conversation!

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Key Takeaways

• How Vista Labs is transforming EEG into a scalable brain-imaging platform, without radioactive tracers
• James Hamet’s conviction that neurodegenerative disease is reversible, not inevitable
• Hard-won entrepreneurial lessons, including why founders should never outsource their first sale
• AI’s proper role in medicine: a powerful assistant, not a decision-maker
• Why trust, not technology, is the true currency of healthcare and business

Additional Resources:

Website

• www.jameshamet.com
• www.vistimlabs.com
• www.neurable.com

Email

• james.hamet@gmail.com
• info@vistimlabs.com

LinkedIn

• www.linkedin.com/in/jchamet
• www.linkedin.com/company/vistimlabs

Explore the Toolbox Treasures: Each episode is packed with valuable insights and actionable strategies to help you strengthen brain health and navigate neurological challenges with clarity and confidence.

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1. Subscribe to The Healthy Brain Toolbox on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube to stay informed, inspired, and equipped with cutting-edge insights in brain health and integrative medicine.
2. Know a colleague, patient, or loved one who could benefit from this episode? Share it with someone navigating their cognitive health journey—or someone building a mission-driven, holistic practice. Let’s amplify awareness and spark transformation together.
3. If you found this episode valuable, please consider leaving a review. Your support helps us reach more listeners and continue bringing brain-savvy, soul-centered insights to the world.
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