EPISODE · Sep 17, 2025 · 21 MIN
Why I Practice Medicine Differently
from Dr. Brendan McCarthy · host Dr. Brendan McCarthy
In this episode, I open up about my personal journey into medicine, how my son’s health crisis during medical school shaped the doctor I am today, and why I believe in practicing medicine with time, care, and accountability. As a licensed naturopathic medical doctor and primary care provider, I share how I balance conventional treatments with holistic approaches, and why I think medicine needs both science and humanity. You’ll hear: The personal story that drove me to become the kind of doctor I am today Why I spend extra time with patients and focus on building trust The strengths and challenges of both conventional and alternative medicine How patients can learn who to trust in today’s confusing healthcare world Dr. Brendan McCarthy is the founder and Chief Medical Officer of Protea Medical Center in Arizona. With over two decades of experience, he’s helped thousands of patients navigate hormonal imbalances using bioidentical HRT, nutrition, and root-cause medicine. He’s also taught and mentored other physicians on integrative approaches to hormone therapy, weight loss, fertility, and more. If you’re ready to take your health seriously, this podcast is a great place to start. 👇 Tap Subscribe to learn more about what’s actually happening in your body, and what to do about it. 📘 Read Dr. McCarthy’s Book: Jump Off the Mood Swing – A Sane Woman’s Guide to Her Crazy Hormones https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 📲 Follow Dr. McCarthy: Instagram: @drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: @drbrendanmccarthy Website: www.protealife.com 💬 Got a question or topic for a future episode? Let us know in the comments!
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In this episode, I open up about my personal journey into medicine, how my son’s health crisis during medical school shaped the doctor I am today, and why I believe in practicing medicine with time, care, and accountability. As a licensed naturopathic medical doctor and primary care provider, I share how I balance conventional treatments with holistic approaches, and why I think medicine needs both science and humanity. You’ll hear: The personal story that drove me to become the kind of doctor I am today Why I spend extra time with patients and focus on building trust The strengths and challenges of both conventional and alternative medicine How patients can learn who to trust in today’s confusing healthcare world Dr. Brendan McCarthy is the founder and Chief Medical Officer of Protea Medical Center in Arizona. With over two decades of experience, he’s helped thousands of patients navigate hormonal imbalances using bioidentical HRT, nutrition, and root-cause medicine. He’s also taught and mentored other physicians on integrative approaches to hormone therapy, weight loss, fertility, and more. If you’re ready to take your health seriously, this podcast is a great place to start. 👇 Tap Subscribe to learn more about what’s actually happening in your body, and what to do about it. 📘 Read Dr. McCarthy’s Book: Jump Off the Mood Swing – A Sane Woman’s Guide to Her Crazy Hormones https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 📲 Follow Dr. McCarthy: Instagram: @drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: @drbrendanmccarthy Website: www.protealife.com 💬 Got a question or topic for a future episode? Let us know in the comments!
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