36. Pivoting Clinical Practice With the Recent Peptide Changes w/ Traci Eliszewski

Traci Eliszewski is a board certified adult-gerontology NP graduating from Marquette University in 2017; she worked in inpatient medicine as both a Neurology NP and an inpatient Hospitalist before shifting her career focus to integrative, functional, and retentive Medicine therapies 3 years ago. She has completed courses through Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM) and American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M) as well as SSRP. She currently works in an integrated medicine clinic in Madison, Wisconsin with her husband, Dr. Drew who also works in functional medicine and chiropractic. Traci’s current focus is on overall health optimization, longevity, and anti-aging by optimizing hormones, weight loss, thyroid, gut heath, peptide therapy, and regenerative medicine techniques. Discover the future of integrative medicine and unlock the secrets to evolving medical practice as we delve into the impact of the FDA's recent peptide reclassification with Traci. We’ll navigate the alternative therapies that are transforming patient care, pushing the boundaries of what we thought possible with low-dose naltrexone to procaine. Traci and I also share the innovative strategies we've implemented to ensure our commitment to excellence, and examine the peptides that have left an incredible mark on our practice.   Topics discussed in this episode include: How integrative medicine is evolving with peptide reclassification by the FDA. Why alternative therapies like low-dose naltrexone and procaine are gaining attention. How Traci is pioneering patient wellness through innovative weight loss treatments. Why peptides like semaglutide and tirzepatide are transformative for patient care. How the combination of natural agents can complement peptide treatments for weight loss. Why understanding gut microbiota is crucial for addressing weight issues. How tirzepatide could revolutionize treatment for health conditions like fatty liver and PCOS. Why comprehensive health screenings are essential for preventative care. How weight loss can have a domino effect on reducing the need for surgical interventions. Which sport has surprisingly been causing a high number of injuries recently. How tirzepatide 's dual action on receptors may improve fat clearance and oxidation. Why it's important to consider underlying health issues alongside weight management. How tirzepatide may impact bariatric surgery rates and insurance challenges. Why maintaining diet and lifestyle changes post-treatment is key for sustained health. How semaglutide's anti-inflammatory properties extend beyond weight loss to blood pressure and cholesterol.   Follow our Instagram https://instagram.com/yoodirecthealth_aesthetics or visit us at https://www.yoodirecthealth.com/