Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! From a dull ache to a sharp stab, breasts hurt in a hundred different ways for a hundred different reasons. For many women, those myriad aches and stabs are the results of normal, healthy hormone fluctuations related to their menstrual cycles. In this episode we go over these cause's and how to handle them. Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dy...
Mar 14, 2023•20 min•Ep. 22
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! Are you confused about all the hoopla about whether an alkaline diet is good for you or not? Have you started to think that drinking lots of water and juice to become alkaline is just another diet hype? Then you are not alone. Let's take a look at how it all works and what is best for you, in Episode 21! Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynam...
Mar 14, 2023•16 min•Ep. 21
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! Serotonin is one of the most widely recognized of all neurotransmitters. It is intricately involved in numerous core physical processes such as the regulation of sleep, appetite, and aggression. Serotonin is also a key player in mood, anxiety, fear and a general sense of well-being. Many things can lead to low serotonin and in this episode we will be covering some of those causes. Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While ...
Mar 14, 2023•20 min•Ep. 19
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! What do weight gain, low sex drive, anxiety, depression, an increase in colds and infections, and joint pain all have in common? First, they are common symptoms that are often dismissed as “normal” signs of aging. In order to suppress these symptoms, this system needs to be balanced or optimized. In this episode I go over ways to tackle these symptoms and how to optimize your system. Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. Whi...
Mar 14, 2023•15 min•Ep. 18
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) has gotten a lot of attention in recent years. It promises a “natural” form of hormone therapy. But what exactly is BHRT, and how’s it different from other hormone replacement therapies? Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally ...
Feb 19, 2023•33 min•Ep. 17
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! You can't stop the clock from ticking forward, but science is increasingly showing that we can influence the pace of the physical effects of aging. Maintaining a healthy diet is one research-backed way we're able to boost our longevity. In this episode we dive into those foods and the science behind it all! Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dy...
Feb 19, 2023•34 min•Ep. 16
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! Chances are you’ve heard about detoxes or cleanses to help you reach “optimal” health. Maybe someone you know swears by detox cleanses for feeling or looking great. But do detoxes work? Are cleanses necessary for good health? Find out more inside Episode 15! Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Centra...
Feb 19, 2023•22 min•Ep. 15
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! In this episode we go over what is really causing your issues with sleep and what can you do about moving forward. Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioH...
Feb 06, 2023•12 min•Ep. 14
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! In medicine, bias-driven discriminatory practices and policies not only negatively affect patient care and the medical training environment, but also limit the diversity of the health care workforce. This episode goes over examples of bias driven medicine and how it really effects the patients. Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical...
Feb 06, 2023•23 min•Ep. 13
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! In this episode we go over a few messages/comments I received and really explain what may be going on. I know I can't answer them all, but maybe with answering this one in more detail may help others. Thank you so much for tuning in and I'll see you soon! Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central A...
Feb 06, 2023•17 min•Ep. 12
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! Our bodies are well equipped to handle stress in small doses, but when that stress becomes long-term or chronic, it can have serious effects on your body. Let's talk about those effects and what we can do about it. Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an exp...
Feb 06, 2023•20 min•Ep. 11
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! In this episode we go over Thyroid and the effects it really has with the body. There is a lot of misconception about Thyroid as a whole and I want to help you understand the truth! Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therap...
Feb 06, 2023•17 min•Ep. 10
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! In this episode we go over the crisis with men, who are becoming increasingly less fertile, having more issues at birth, and what is causing it! Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor ...
Jan 20, 2023•35 min•Ep. 9
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! In this episode we go over the crisis with men, who are becoming increasingly less fertile, having more issues at birth, and what is causing it! Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor ...
Jan 17, 2023•36 min•Ep. 8
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! In this episode we go over, why are testosterone levels decreasing? and what can we do moving forward? This is part 2 of a 3 part series. Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the ...
Jan 13, 2023•23 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! In this episode we go over, why are testosterone levels decreasing? and what can we do moving forward? This is part 1 of a 3 part series. Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the ...
Jan 05, 2023•32 min•Ep. 6
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! In this episode we continue from Episode 4, I go over the overall struggle and continuous battle with weight loss. Why we aren't losing weight and talking about what doctors aren't doing to help people with that struggle. I strongly recommend watching part 1 before this episode! Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving ...
Dec 27, 2022•28 min•Ep. 5
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! In this episode we go over the overall struggle and continuous battle with weight loss. Why we aren't losing weight and talking about what doctors aren't doing to help people with that struggle. Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone repla...
Dec 12, 2022•24 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! In this episode we talk about the lack of medical care women are receiving in todays world, versus what women should be getting instead. Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the n...
Dec 06, 2022•19 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! In this episode we talk about the lack of medical care women are receiving in todays world, versus what women should be getting instead. Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the n...
Nov 29, 2022•17 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! In this episode we go over Hormone Replacement Therapy as a whole. What it can do for you and its possible side effects. Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teache...
Nov 02, 2022•28 min•Season 1Ep. 1
