One Step at a Time: Terri Chrisman's Path to Lifestyle Change
In this episode, hear the inspiring and experience-rich perspective of Terri Chrisman—a board-certified lifestyle medicine professional, nutritionist, author, and educator—who shares how personal loss, decades of self-discovery, and a deep commitment to plant-based living shaped her approach to health and healing.By the time you finish listening, you’ll gain insight into Terri’s journey from childhood struggles with weight and loss to becoming a compassionate coach who helps others navigate lifestyle changes. She opens up about the emotional and behavioral roadblocks her clients face, the critical need to “start with what you know,” and why building trust and taking one small step at a time leads to sustainable transformation.This conversation offers practical wisdom and personal reflection for both current and future clinicians. From overcoming misinformation to the power of personalized, whole-person care, Terri’s story highlights what’s possible when we meet people where they are—and lead with evidence, empathy, and lived experience.FABULOUS HEALTH: A Simple Plan To Get Well And Stay Well by Terri Chrisman: https://www.amazon.com/FABULOUS-HEALTH-Simple-Plan-Well-ebook/dp/B0F2LR3VFFLearn more about the work ACLM is doing for the next generation of healthcare professionals: https://lifestylemedicine.org/student/Connect with ACLM Online!Visit lifestylemedicine.org: https://lifestylemedicine.org/Find ACLM on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lifestylemed/Find ACLM on X: https://x.com/ACLifeMedFind ACLM on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aclifemed/Find ACLM on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/american-college-of-lifestyle-medicine/Subscribe to ACLM on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsjJsNjWtUf30LiofumGRfQ
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From Personal Roots to Professional Practice: Dr. Anne Bingham on Women’s Health and Lifestyle Medicine
In this episode, hear the inspiring and experience-rich perspective of Dr. Anne Bingham—a board-certified OB-GYN and Lifestyle Medicine physician—who shares her journey of integrating plant-based nutrition, prevention-focused care, and compassionate patient connection into women’s health.By the time you finish listening, you’ll gain insight into Dr. Bingham’s path from personal practice to professional purpose, her reflections on the complexity of patient behavior change, and why lifestyle medicine is essential at every stage of a woman’s life—from preconception through menopause. You’ll also learn how her family legacy, including the influence of her father-in-law, Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn, shaped her commitment to food as medicine.This conversation provides valuable insights for both current and future clinicians, highlighting the practical challenges and tangible rewards of practicing lifestyle medicine within OB-GYN care. It’s a candid, hopeful look at what’s possible when we lead with evidence, empathy, and whole-person healing.Learn more about the work ACLM is doing for the next generation of healthcare professionals: https://lifestylemedicine.org/student/Connect with ACLM Online!Visit lifestylemedicine.org: https://lifestylemedicine.org/Find ACLM on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lifestylemed/Find ACLM on X: https://x.com/ACLifeMedFind ACLM on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aclifemed/Find ACLM on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/american-college-of-lifestyle-medicine/Subscribe to ACLM on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsjJsNjWtUf30LiofumGRfQ
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Practicing with Purpose: Dr. Venkat Srinivasan on Root Cause Care and Lifestyle Medicine
In this episode, hear the thoughtful and experience-rich perspective of Dr. Venkat Srinivasan—an internal and lifestyle medicine physician with over three decades of clinical practice—who shares his journey from conventional care to root cause healing and patient-centered lifestyle medicine.By the time you finish listening, you’ll gain insight into Dr. Srinivasan’s philosophy on behavior change, the importance of listening deeply to patients, and how integrity, compassion, and cultural sensitivity shape his practice. You’ll also learn how he’s building an inclusive lifestyle medicine clinic while mentoring the next generation of health professionals.This conversation offers meaningful takeaways for both seasoned clinicians and those just starting their medical journey, highlighting the power of whole-person care, the science of forgiveness, and the future of collaborative, values-driven healthcare.Learn more about the work ACLM is doing for the next generation of healthcare professionals: https://lifestylemedicine.org/student/Connect with ACLM Online!Visit lifestylemedicine.org: https://lifestylemedicine.org/Find ACLM on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lifestylemed/Find ACLM on X: https://x.com/ACLifeMedFind ACLM on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aclifemed/Find ACLM on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/american-college-of-lifestyle-medicine/Subscribe to ACLM on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsjJsNjWtUf30LiofumGRfQ
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Integrating Lifestyle Medicine: Dr. Melissa Mondala's Approach to Patient Care & Mentorship
In this episode, discover the insightful perspective of Dr. Melissa Mondala—a triple specialist in family medicine, lifestyle medicine, and integrative psychiatry—who shares her vision for the transformative power of lifestyle medicine and the future of medical education.By the time you finish listening, you’ll understand Dr. Mondala's passion for optimizing health through lifestyle interventions, her innovative ideas for integrating lifestyle medicine into medical training, and the crucial role of preventative care and behavior change in patient well-being.This conversation is filled with valuable insights, practical advice for aspiring and current healthcare professionals, and a compelling call to embrace lifestyle medicine as a cornerstone of effective patient care.Learn more about the work ACLM is doing for the next generation of healthcare professionals: https://lifestylemedicine.org/student/Connect with ACLM Online!Visit lifestylemedicine.org: https://lifestylemedicine.org/Find ACLM on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lifestylemed/Find ACLM on X: https://x.com/ACLifeMedFind ACLM on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aclifemed/Find ACLM on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/american-college-of-lifestyle-medicine/Subscribe to ACLM on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsjJsNjWtUf30LiofumGRfQ
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Reimagining Healthcare: Dr. Jonathan Bonnet's Vision for the Future of Lifestyle Medicine
In this episode, discover the insightful perspective of Dr. Jonathan Bonnett—a triple board-certified physician in Family Medicine, Sports Medicine, and Lifestyle Medicine—who shares his vision for the transformative power of lifestyle medicine and the future of medical education.By the time you finish listening, you’ll understand Dr. Bonnett's passion for optimizing health through lifestyle interventions, his innovative ideas for integrating lifestyle medicine into medical training, and the crucial role of preventative care and behavior change in patient well-being.This conversation is filled with valuable insights, practical advice for aspiring and current healthcare professionals, and a compelling call to embrace lifestyle medicine as a cornerstone of effective and holistic patient care.Learn more about the work ACLM is doing for the next generation of healthcare professionals: https://lifestylemedicine.org/student/Connect with ACLM Online!Visit lifestylemedicine.org: https://lifestylemedicine.org/Find ACLM on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lifestylemed/Find ACLM on X: https://x.com/ACLifeMedFind ACLM on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aclifemed/Find ACLM on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/american-college-of-lifestyle-medicine/Subscribe to ACLM on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsjJsNjWtUf30LiofumGRfQ
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