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Dr. Tommy Show

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Concierge medicine specialists tackle everything from Obamacare to Breaking Bad in this one-of-a-kind podcast. America's Free Market Doctor Tommy McElroy and co-host Tracy McElroy cover free market medicine, politics, news, music, movies, and more.
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Episodes

DPC and Govt Don't Mix, Eyes Wide Shut Movie Review, Florida Springs - Dr. Tommy Show

Returning from a break imposed by the Thought Police, Dr. Tommy and Tracy review Stanley Kubrick's Eyes Wide Shut a movie about sex with strangers and not much more. HR 6317 is supposed to help DPC doctors by allowing patients to pay with HSA, but is it a poison pill? Also we cover the natural springs in Florida (including Hart Springs where we vacationed), caves, and howsome healthcare administrators view 'primary care.' It's not good. Song of the Week - The Ecstasy of Gold by Ennio Morricone a...

Jul 18, 201840 min

Hemp Reform, Pols Say: Love Thy Neighbor (Unless They Are Trumpers), DPC Costs - Dr. Tommy Show

Govt update: Farm Bill to try and reform Hemp laws. Who wants to get high?! SCOTUS says you can't force people to pay union dues. Facebook plans to spy on you with new patent. Why Trump is popular among his supporters. Hint: he doesn't turn the other cheek like past GOPers. How not to go broke starting a DPC practice. Song of the Week: Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit - Outfit (LIVE) Concierge medicine specialists tackle everything from Obamacare to Breaking Bad in this one-of-a-kind podcast. The m...

Jun 27, 201831 min

Who Pays for Free Govt Healthcare, Inside Man Movie Review - Dr. Tommy Show

Who pays for free healthcare? You do through inconvenience, opportunity loss, and your taxes. We also cover association health plans. A meek attempt by the government to restore market function to health insurance. Movie Review - Inside Man - 2006 Bank heist movie with a twist. 2/4 stars bilaterally by Tracy and Tommy. Song of the Week - Stevie Ray Vaughn and Double Trouble - Shake for Me Concierge medicine specialists tackle everything from Obamacare to Breaking Bad in this one-of-a-kind podcas...

Jun 20, 201826 min

McCabe Wants Immunity, Summertime is Family Time, Tune Out for Better Health - Dr. Tommy Show

In a slow news cycle, the media will create news. McCabe wants immunity, celebrity death, and NFL kneeling drama are headlines. But guess what, that isn't important. Tune out of all media for better health. This is the 40th anniversary of the Cars debut album. Song of the Week - Good Times Roll - The Cars Concierge medicine specialists tackle everything from Obamacare to Breaking Bad in this one-of-a-kind podcast. The most listened concierge medicine podcast in America is hosted by Dr. Tommy and...

Jun 06, 201819 min

FL Marijuana Update, Killer Toads, UK Knife Control, Gators-Bulls Football Series - Dr. Tommy Show

Judge rules ban on smokeable medical marijuana is unconstitutional. Where there's rain, there's toads. Watch out for your pets. UK judge wants to dull down sharp kitchen knives to prevent killings. Root cause of violent societies is not addressed by federal laws. UF-USF to start football series in 2022. Song of the Week - Mannish Boy - Muddy Waters The fallacy of Govt solutions for local problems. Concierge medicine specialists tackle everything from Obamacare to Breaking Bad in this one-of-a-ki...

May 30, 201829 min

Kid Says Phone 'Worst Invention', Offended Americans, Right to Try - Dr. Tommy Show

The NFL updates it's kneeling rules? Why now? Also a kid writes that he hates the phone because his parents are always on them. Democracy and the virtues of begin offended. Song of the Week - Queen - Under Pressure Concierge medicine specialists tackle everything from Obamacare to Breaking Bad in this one-of-a-kind podcast. The most listened concierge medicine podcast in America is hosted by Dr. Tommy and Tracy McElroy. Dr. Tommy is the founder of Echelon-Health which provides concierge medicine...

May 24, 201824 min

Millennials and Achievement, Pregnancy and Placentas - Dr. Tommy Show

We know a millennial who doesn't think the world is owed to her and got #1 score in the nation. What a surprise! Pregnancy and placentas. Stories from residency and new age treats. Song of the Week - The Firm - Radioactive Concierge medicine specialists tackle everything from Obamacare to Breaking Bad in this one-of-a-kind podcast. The most listened concierge medicine podcast in America is hosted by Dr. Tommy and Tracy McElroy. Dr. Tommy is the founder of Echelon-Health which provides concierge ...

May 18, 201822 min

CMS Innovation, Dependency, NBC Investigates, and Selfies with Bears - Dr. Tommy Show

CMS has a plan to expand from coordinating health of Americans to....virtually your whole life. And why not, since the welfare state has done such a great job so far! Dont' take selfies with Bears. NBC investigates itself, finds no wrongdoing re: Matt Lauer. Song of the Week - Little White Lie - Sammy Hagar Concierge medicine specialists tackle everything from Obamacare to Breaking Bad in this one-of-a-kind podcast. The most listened concierge medicine podcast in America is hosted by Dr. Tommy a...

May 10, 201828 min

Kanye West and Prisons of the Mind, Right to Healthcare, College Safe Spaces - Dr. Tommy Show

What happens when celebrities run afoul of the elite establishment thought police. What the Kanye West treatment tells us about the problem of intolerance in society. We cover the college faculty mindset of conformity of thought. Also we discuss how the 'Right to Healthcare' movement leads to fewer rights to healthcare. We discuss an article written by Dr. Jane Orient, Executive Director of Association of American Physicians and Surgeons. Concierge medicine specialists tackle everything from Oba...

May 02, 201827 min

Baby Alfie, DPC CMS Style, and A Quiet Place - Dr. Tommy Show

What happens when the Govt controls your healthcare. They control your life whether you like it or not. The case of baby Alfie Evans and NHS is heartbreaking. CMS is doing DPC now. Though this DPC bears little resemblance to real DPC. A Quiet Place movie review. Concierge medicine specialists tackle everything from Obamacare to Breaking Bad in this one-of-a-kind podcast. The most listened concierge medicine podcast in America is hosted by Dr. Tommy and Tracy McElroy. Dr. Tommy is the founder of ...

Apr 25, 201829 min

Why Docs Stay, The Gift, USF Football Stadium, Marijuana Update - Dr. Tommy Show

Why do doctors stay in abusive 3rd party relationships? Because change is hard is the short answer. USF looks for feedback for an on-campus stadium. The Gift movie review. Will marijuana legalization be left up to the states? Concierge medicine specialists tackle everything from Obamacare to Breaking Bad in this one-of-a-kind podcast. The most listened concierge medicine podcast in America is hosted by Dr. Tommy and Tracy McElroy. Dr. Tommy is the founder of Echelon-Health which provides concier...

Apr 18, 201823 min

Star Wars, Medicine, and Writing Books with Dr. R.M. Huffman - Dr. Tommy Show

Anesthesiologist and author Dr. R.M. Huffman joins the show to discuss organized medicine and advice for future physicians. We also cover the Antediluvian Legacy book series, Disney's take on Star Wars, and more. http://antediluvianlegacy.com/ Song of the Week - Whitesnake - Slow and Easy Concierge medicine specialists tackle everything from Obamacare to Breaking Bad in this one-of-a-kind podcast. The most listened concierge medicine podcast in America is hosted by Dr. Tommy and Tracy McElroy. D...

Apr 16, 201827 min

Vegan Bodybuilder Shooter, Social Media Dangers, DPC vs. Concierge Med - Dr. Tommy Show

Vegan bodybuilder goes to Youtube HQ to take revenge. Is social media leading to the downfall of society? What's the difference between DPC and Concierge Medicine? Concierge medicine specialists tackle everything from Obamacare to Breaking Bad in this one-of-a-kind podcast. The most listened concierge medicine podcast in America is hosted by Dr. Tommy and Tracy McElroy. Dr. Tommy is the founder of Echelon-Health which provides concierge medicine, fitness, and nutrition services to those living i...

Apr 04, 201831 min

Bomber Explodes, Facebook Politics, School Shooter Killed, Bee Therapy, Uber Kills - Dr. Tommy Show

The Austin Bomber blows himself up as police close in. A school resource officer takes out a killer before he can do more damage, and a woman dies from bee sting therapy. Self-driving Uber car kills pedestrian. Song of the Week - Pink Floyd - Keep Talking Concierge medicine specialists tackle everything from Obamacare to Breaking Bad in this one-of-a-kind podcast. The most listened concierge medicine podcast in America is hosted by Dr. Tommy and Tracy McElroy. Dr. Tommy is the founder of Echelon...

Mar 21, 201820 min

Deadly Slugs, Oscars Recap, Supersize Your HMO, Daylight Savings Time 4-Ever - Dr. Tommy Show

Florida looks to join AZ and HI in saying no to switching clocks back and forth. Did you see the Oscars? Neither did we, but we'll give you a rundown of winners. An Australian teen eats a slug, gets sick, and gets his Govt settlement whacked. Former CMS chief Andy Slavitt looks to manage all life's challenges for via a super-sized HMO model. Song of the Week: Cold Gin - Kiss Concierge medicine specialists tackle everything from Obamacare to Breaking Bad in this one-of-a-kind podcast. The most li...

Mar 07, 201822 min

Med School Murder, Gun Control, Glass Bottom Boats, Doc Burnout - Dr. Tommy Show

Med school student murdered by a knife, yet (virtually) nobody in the media cares. Wonder why? What happens when menaces to society are not adequately contained by the authorities, as it appears happened in this case. Also we discuss how to neutralize threats in schools when there is a shooter present. Hide and wait or actively engage the killer? Only one solution appears to dominate the legacy media news cycle. We discuss physician burnout and the problem and how to correct the cycle of mental ...

Feb 28, 201825 min

Reefer Madness, Missing Child Found, Pharmacists and Flu - Dr. Tommy Show

Should pharmacists treat flu and strep patients. We cover the pros and cons. Also we discuss Jeff Sessions' misguided attempt to 'crack down' on marijuana among the non-cartel class of users. Kyleigh Kosters has been found. Missing girl was searching for her birth mother who apparently was a prostitute. KISS was one of the biggest bands of all-times in terms of tour revenue and album sales. We revisit the early 80's lineup this show. Song of the Week - I Love it Loud - Kiss Concierge medicine sp...

Feb 14, 201825 min

IV Nutrition for Medical Illness & Concierge Medicine with Guest Bridget Luzod - Dr. Tommy Show

Trained in the Navy as a Corpsman and later as a Radiographer, Bridget began a career in Conicerge Medicine, Regenerative Medicine, and IV nutritional therapy. As founder and operator of Lab-Spin Mobile Concierge, Bridget has an understanding of personalized medicine from the ground up. We discuss some of the controversies regarding 'alternative medicine' and how some of the most effective treatments (such as Vitamin C) are the least expensive. We also talk about the state of affairs with 'regul...

Jan 31, 201832 min

New Year New Studio, Deporting Celebrities, Suspenders the New Power Accessory - Dr. Tommy Show

Puerto Rico electric supplies hoarded by the government while citizens suffer. We try out the new studio set-up and talk about how we renovated our new office in Tampa, Florida. Should we deports American citizens, beginning with certain celebrities. Also we discuss suspenders as a powerful accessory (thinks Michael Corleone, Bill Lumberg, and Denis Phillips). And we cover the tragic case of children held captive by their parents. Concierge medicine specialists tackle everything from Obamacare t...

Jan 17, 201826 min

Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Employed Dr Struggles, Keith McElroy - Trained Killer - Dr. Tommy Show

The Trans-Siberian Orchestra experience is one not to miss. We talk about the recent concert in Jacksonville, FL and our trip Gold Head Branch State Park. Also we cover the joys of being an employed doctor for both patient and physician. Keith McElroy turns 69. We discuss his life from the Navy to mine reclamation expert to trained killer to teacher to retired. Soundtrack to 'Gone Camping' Song of the Week - Act Nice and Gentle - The Black Keys Concierge medicine specialists tackle everything fr...

Dec 20, 201729 min

Mandate Repeal, Concierge Medicine Marketing, New Echelon - Health Office - Dr. Tommy Show

What does the pending Individual Mandate mean for insurance options and membership medicine. What is the best way to market you membership medicine practice (medicine for the masses or the select few) and why should shop local for your construction rental equipment needs. Song of the Week - I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas - Gayla Peevey Concierge medicine specialists tackle everything from Obamacare to Breaking Bad in this one-of-a-kind podcast. The most listened concierge medicine podcast i...

Dec 13, 201717 min

Individual Mandate Repeal, Concierge Medicine Features, Republic Vs. Democracy - Dr. Tommy Show

The Individual Mandate has been repealed by the Senate and now the House must act. Will the Congress vote for Liberty or Tyranny. Concierge Medicine isn't for everyone, but for those with a gripe about the long waits and abbreviated care they have experienced elsewhere, it's a blessing. Would you rather live in a Democracy or a Republic and why does it matter. Concierge medicine specialists tackle everything from Obamacare to Breaking Bad in this one-of-a-kind podcast. The most listened concierg...

Dec 06, 201730 min

Healthcareonomics, Serial Killers, Gator Football, Congressional Pervert Fund - Dr. Tommy Show

Dr. Kevin Wacasey from Colleyville Medical Clinic (http://colleyvillemed.com/) joins the show to talk about why he left a successful ER career to become a concierge medicine doctor. Hint: it's all about the people, not the money. Join him online at http://healthcareonomics.com/ We also discuss the Seminole Heights Serial Killer and apparent apprehension of a suspect, the new Head Football Coach at University of Florida Dan Mullen, what it's like to stop drinking alcohol and the usual chicanery i...

Nov 29, 201739 min

Man Cold, Hells Bells, Thanksgiving, Physician Burnout, Health Insurance Freedom

The Man Cold. How to manage this extremely vicious disease that affects men only. Who said Congress was smart and why did they design our health insurance options. The Washington Examiner wonders why we can't have freedom of choice in insurance this Thanksgiving. Physician burnout and feel-good ways to address it (without really addressing it). We pay tribute to legendary guitarist Malcom Young who passed away with the song of the week Hells Bells. Concierge medicine specialists tackle everythin...

Nov 22, 201728 min

Rollercoasters In Medicine, Blood Pressure Update, Making A Murderer, Taxes, ACA - Dr. Tommy Show

What is your doctor's office doing to improve patient satisfaction? Dr. Tommy visits an office that has put a roller coaster in the waiting room to do just that. Also BP guideline update, Making a Murderer season II, does the government own the tax dollars, and why should you question the generosity in government subsidies to pay ACA premiums? Song of the Week: Thru and Thru - Rolling Stones Concierge medicine specialists tackle everything from Obamacare to Breaking Bad in this one-of-a-kind pod...

Nov 15, 201736 min

Mentally Ill And Guns, Criminal Justice Criticism, Thanksgiving & Christmas Ideas - Dr. Tommy Show

In a wide ranging show we cover the recent shooting of Christians in Texas, the mindless celebrity response efforts, Christmas gift ideas for your children, gun control and concealed carry, and criminal justice for those who hurt children. Song of the Week is Time by Pink Floyd with an adaption of An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge to make a music video. Concierge medicine specialists tackle everything from Obamacare to Breaking Bad in this one-of-a-kind podcast. The most listened concierge medic...

Nov 08, 201735 min

ACA Myths, High Risk Pools, Charity Hospitals, School Choice, Sonny Liston - Dr. Tommy Show

The NYC terrorist and failing government school and healthcare. How we react to these disparate problems are similar in that the government and media very seldom examine root causes. So we do it here for them. We also discuss different types of health insurance for those in the open enrollment period with questions. What is a PPO, HMO, and who is a specialist. Why should a 'specialist' be paid more than a 'primary care doctor.' What is deductible and what is 'in-network' vs. 'out-of'network.' Al...

Nov 01, 201749 min

Single Payer v. Free Market Medicine, Colds v. Allergies, Women's Health

Gov't healthcare vs. free market healthcare. Which one is better suited for affordable, timely care? October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, get yours for $50 in Tampa, FL. Differential diagnosis, cold vs. allergies vs. flu vs. sinus infection. Which one do you have and when do you need antibiotics. Fats Domino passes at age 89 and we feature Blueberry Hill as our song of the week. Concierge medicine specialists tackle everything from Obamacare to Breaking Bad in this one-of-a-kind podcast. Th...

Oct 25, 201756 min

Health Insurance Gouging, Yes, & Fall Fun

The ACA has made health insurance unaffordable, but what will the government do to make sure you buy it anyway? How did the government make health insurance expensive. Will you pay the penalty? Also Tracy discusses Fall Festivals and Recipes. Yes featuring Anderson-Rabin-Wakeman is in concert at Ruth Eckerd Hall. Song of the Week: Changes by Yes Concierge medicine specialists tackle everything from Obamacare to Breaking Bad in this one-of-a-kind podcast. The most listened concierge medicine podc...

Oct 11, 201733 min
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