45 | From Clarifying Roles of Lipids to Navigating Faith in Evidence-Based Professions with Dr. Josh Wageman

Dr. Josh Wageman holds a Doctorate in Physical Therapy, a Master’s in Physician Assistant Studies from Yale, and a PhD focused on lipid disturbances in Alzheimer’s Disease. Josh recently authored and published, The Home Security System and the Lipid Neighborhood: Un-Complicating Cholesterol and Cardiovascular Disease. He’s a Clinical Lipid Specialist, educator, author, and former collegiate athlete. And through it all, he’s remained deeply rooted in his faith.In this conversation, we explore what it really looks like to carry faith into academia, medicine, research, and leadership.How do we stay grounded in spiritual truth while navigating the pressures of evidence-based professions? What gets in the way? And how can we influence others—not just with knowledge, but with wisdom, humility, and purpose?Whether you're in healthcare, higher education, or simply wrestling with how to integrate faith into your work, this episode will encourage you to think deeper, stand firmer, and live more boldly.Faith and Science Integration: Discover how Josh Wageman bridges the gap between faith and science, showing they can coexist and enhance each other in professional settings.Overcoming Adversity: Hear Josh's inspiring story of overcoming a severe illness that reshaped his life and career, emphasizing resilience and faith.Insights on Lipid Research: Gain insights into Josh's groundbreaking research on lipid disturbances and their implications for Alzheimer's disease and cardiovascular health.Youth Engagement: Learn about Josh's approach to engaging with youth, fostering curiosity, and encouraging independent thinking in a world dominated by social media.Maintaining Integrity: Explore the importance of integrity and relationship-building in academia and medicine, and how these values can influence and inspire others.Josh Wageman’s journey reminds us that walking with God doesn’t mean stepping away from science—it means stepping into it with eyes wide open.As a researcher, educator, and clinician, he’s shown us how faith can shape the way we think, teach, serve, and lead.In a culture that often pushes faith to the margins, may we be the ones who bring it back to the center—with compassion, excellence, and courage.Let this conversation remind you: your faith is not a liability in your profession—it’s your foundation.Connect with Josh: X: @joshjwageman Insta: @wagejosh LinkedIn: Josh WagemanWelcome to Medicine, Motherhood, and Missions – the podcast where we dive into impactful and inspiring conversations with amazing professionals who’ve turned their challenges into stepping stones for success. Connect with Johanna LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannamoses/⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/medicine_motherhood_missions/⁠www.johannamoses.com