Category Archives: Dr E

In today’s healthcare landscape, every decision—from staffing to software—is weighed against one question: What’s the return on investment (ROI)? As documentation demands grow and provider burnout climbs, the conversation around medical scribe ROI has become more urgent than ever. This is not just a question for hospital executives or large systems. Independent practices, urgent careContinue reading “Understanding the True Medical Scribe ROI in Modern Healthcare”

As a nurse practitioner and the host of Medical Disruptors, I’ve had countless conversations with innovators and changemakers who are challenging the system from the inside out. But this episode with Dr. Mike Smith felt different. Dr. Mike isn’t just a disruptor—he’s someone who’s lived through multiple layers of the healthcare machine. He started asContinue reading “Thinking for Yourself in the Age of Health Misinformation”

In today’s complex and fast-paced healthcare landscape, clinical expertise alone isn’t enough to thrive—especially in primary care. Nurse practitioners are expected to do more than diagnose and treat. They’re called to guide teams, manage resources, influence policy, and lead with clarity. That’s why developing strong leadership skills is not just an added bonus—it’s an essentialContinue reading “10 Leadership Skills That Set Nurse Practitioners Apart”

What happens when a doctor stops following the rules and starts listening to her patients? For Dr. Jessica Peatross (“Dr. Jess”), medical advocacy meant walking away from a stable job in western medicine, surrendering her medical license, and stepping into the fight of her life—not just for herself, but for the patients who had beenContinue reading “Medical Advocacy or Medical Rebellion? What Happens When You Leave the System to Heal”

For commercial drivers, staying certified and on the road starts with one crucial requirement: passing the DOT physical exam. This exam isn’t just a regulatory formality—it’s a vital part of ensuring safety on the road, both for drivers and the public. EG Healthcare has become a trusted resource for commercial drivers throughout the region. WithContinue reading “DOT Physical Exam at EG Healthcare: 5 Ways to Prepare”

I’ve lost count of how many patients come into my office, eyes down, frustrated, exhausted, and dismissed. They’re gaining weight no matter what they do. Their acne won’t go away. Their periods have disappeared—or they’re stuck in a cycle of hormonal chaos. And what are they handed? Birth control. Metformin. Maybe spironolactone. And absolutely zeroContinue reading “Reversing PCOS Without Meds: You Don’t Have to Live Like This”

As a new nurse practitioner, you may be taken aback by the sudden juggling act of patient care, charting, collaboration, and self-care—all packed into tightly scheduled days. This is where time management becomes your greatest asset. Learning how to manage your time effectively isn’t just about productivity—it’s about reducing stress, avoiding burnout, and delivering high-qualityContinue reading “Beat the Burnout: 10 Time Management Tactics for New Nurse Practitioners”

When Your Child Can’t Say What’s Wrong: Pediatric Functional Medicine & The Mold-Autism Connection As a primary care provider and a nurse practitioner, I’ve sat with hundreds of parents who know in their gut something isn’t right. Their child is struggling—behaviorally, developmentally, emotionally—but every specialist, every lab, every scan says the same thing: “Everything looksContinue reading “Pediatric Functional Medicine Is Rewriting the Story of ADHD, Autism, and Anxiety”

In today’s fast-paced healthcare environment, one phrase keeps showing up in both headlines and hospital hallways: provider burnout. It’s a growing crisis that’s affecting physicians, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare professionals across the board. Long hours, increased administrative tasks, and a never-ending demand for documentation are pushing even the most passionate providers to the brink.Continue reading “Provider Burnout Starts With PAPERWORK: Why Documentation May Be the Real Problem”

We don’t have a healthcare system. We have a sick care system. That’s the hard truth I’ve learned again and again as a provider—and it was front and center in my recent conversation with Dr. Tania Elliott on the Medical Disruptors podcast. Dr. Elliott is a board-certified internist and allergist who’s spent her career pushingContinue reading “Patient-Centered Care Means Looking at the Whole Picture—Not Just the Symptoms”

As a nurse practitioner student on the brink of entering the workforce, you’ve likely heard the phrase “interdisciplinary teams” thrown around in clinicals and class discussions. But what does it really look like in practice? And how do you, as a new NP, build strong, respectful relationships with physicians and other team members from dayContinue reading “4 Tips to Build Strong Interdisciplinary Teams as a Nurse Practitioner”

We’ve been told a dangerous lie. That Alzheimer’s is genetic.That memory loss is just part of aging.That once cognitive decline begins, it’s game over. But the truth is, Alzheimer’s is not just about age—it’s about your environment, your metabolism, your inflammation, and your toxic load. And yes, there’s something you can do about it. InContinue reading “7 Tips to AVOID Cognitive Decline”

It starts with a sniffle. Then a sneeze. Maybe your eyes start watering, or your throat feels scratchy. If this happens every spring—or fall, or even summer—you’re not alone. Seasonal allergies affect millions of people every year, turning beautiful weather into a battle against nature. But while these allergies are common, they’re often misunderstood, mismanaged,Continue reading “Are Seasonal Allergies Wearing You Down? They Don’t Have To.”

Dr. E on the News: Why Nutrition is the Missing Piece in Mental Health, Sleep, and Chronic Inflammation You may have caught me on the news recently talking about something that doesn’t get nearly enough airtime: nutrition as medicine. The segment was short, but the implications are huge. We’re dealing with more than just busyContinue reading “Why Nutrition Should Be Your First Prescription (Not Your Last Resort)”