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Dr. Eva Norman: How to Innovate and Diversify Your Therapy Practice
#741
Last Thursday at 12:54 PM

In this episode of the Healthy, Wealthy, and Smart podcast, host Dr. Karen Litzy welcomes Dr. Eva Norman, a seasoned physical therapist with over 25 years of experience. Dr. Norman shares her journey of establishing a unique physical therapy model that operates outside the traditional insurance framework. She discusses the inception of her business, Live Your Life, which provides personalized, in-home therapy services tailored to individual needs. The conversation delves into the challenges and successes of running a cash-based practice, the importance of listening to clients, and the innovative approaches Dr. Norman has implemented to transform patient care.

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Amy-Lynn Taylor: Transforming Healthcare Practices with Jane App Solutions
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12/04/2025

In this episode of the Healthy, Wealthy and Smart podcast, host Dr. Karen Litzy sits down with Amy-Lynn Taylor, Jane’s Customer Insights and Enablement Expert, to discuss the innovative solutions Jane offers to healthcare practitioners. Amy shares her journey from the US support team to her current role, emphasizing the importance of customer feedback in product development. The conversation covers Jane’s AI scribe, community building, and upcoming features, providing listeners with insights into how Jane is transforming the healthcare industry.

Takeaways

Amy Lynn Taylor emphasizes the importance of customer feedback in product development. Jane offe...


Dr. Sara Tariq: Advocating for Holistic Patient Care
#741
11/26/2025

In this episode of the Healthy, Wealthy, and Smart podcast, host Karen Litzy welcomes Dr. Sara Tariq, MD, to discuss holistic patient care. Dr. Tariq shares her journey from academia to concierge medicine, emphasizing the importance of understanding patients’ social and environmental contexts. She highlights the significance of addressing the whole person, including mental health, lifestyle, and social determinants of health. The conversation also covers women’s health, particularly challenges faced during perimenopause and menopause, and the need for personalized, empathetic healthcare.

Takeaways

Dr. Tariq emphasizes the importance of understanding patients’ social and environmental contexts. She transi...


Pedro Teixeira, MD, PhD: From Startup to Scale: What Every Rehab Owner Can Learn from Tech
#734
11/20/2025

In this episode of the Healthy, Wealthy, and Smart podcast, host Dr. Karen Litzy welcomes Dr. Pedro Teixeira, MD, PhD, co-founder and CEO of Prediction Health. They discuss the intersection of technology and healthcare, focusing on how tech can enhance clinical care and improve healthcare performance. Dr. Teixeira shares insights from his journey developing AI tools for clinical documentation and analytics, emphasizing the importance of mission-driven work, navigating ambiguity, and the parallels between tech founders and clinicians.

Takeaways

Dealing with ambiguity is crucial in both tech and healthcare. Tracking progress with meaningful metrics is essential. Feedback...


Liane Wood RP: The Therapist-to-CEO Mindset Shift
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11/06/2025

In this episode of the Healthy, Wealthy and Smart podcast, host Dr. Karen Litzy is joined by Liane Wood, RP, a seasoned entrepreneur and registered psychotherapist. They discuss the transition from clinician to CEO, focusing on the mindset and identity shifts required. Liane shares her journey from running insurance brokerages to becoming a psychotherapist and eventually helping others build thriving private practices. The conversation covers the importance of systems, niching, and value-based pricing, as well as overcoming perfectionism and burnout.

Takeaways

Transitioning from clinician to CEO requires significant mindset shifts. Building systems in practice saves time...


Dr. Nick Schmit: Exploring New Revenue Streams in Physical Therapy
#736
10/30/2025

In this episode of the Healthy, Wealthy, and Smart Podcast, host Dr. Karen Litzy welcomes Dr. Nick Schmidt, a practicing physical therapist and founder of PT Assist and the Physical Therapy Project. Dr. Schmidt shares his journey from a pre-pharmacy student to a passionate advocate for innovative revenue streams in physical therapy. The conversation delves into the importance of cash-based services, the potential of retail sales in clinics, and the creation of a supportive community for physical therapists. Dr. Schmidt emphasizes the need for sustainable business practices and the role of physical therapists as musculoskeletal experts.

 Takeaways


David Ian Wood: How to Coax Yourself into Massive Action
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10/23/2025

In this episode, Dr. Karen Litzy welcomes back David Ian Wood to discuss the challenges entrepreneurs face, especially shiny object syndrome. They examine how to overcome distractions, the importance of understanding one’s motivations, and practical strategies for staying focused. David shares insights on planning, accountability, and making tasks enjoyable to boost productivity. He also introduces his innovative app designed to help users in real-time during calls, highlighting the role of gamification in reaching business goals.

 Takeaways

Shiny object syndrome is prevalent among entrepreneurs. Understanding your ‘why’ is crucial for motivation. Planning involves knowing what to focus o...


Dr. Ravi Iyer: A Body For Life! A Mind for a Lifetime!
#734
10/16/2025

In this episode of the Healthy, Wealthy and Smart podcast, Dr. Iyer shares his unique journey from a small town in India to becoming a physician and educator. He discusses the importance of curiosity in understanding life, the challenges of maintaining focus in a chaotic medical environment, and strategies to combat burnout. Dr. Iyer emphasizes the significance of consciousness in medicine and the power of connection and listening in patient care. He also reflects on his impactful TEDx talk and the ongoing challenges of the attention economy.

Takeaways

Curiosity drives understanding of how life works. Focus...


Steve Lewis: Empowering Patients Through Technology
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10/02/2025

In this episode, Dr. Karen Litzy speaks with Steve Lewis, founder of Nabu, about the importance of empowering patients through technology. Steve shares his personal journey from working with musicians to developing a health tech startup aimed at improving patient care. The conversation explores the challenges of creating a health tech product, the importance of communication in healthcare, and the future of patient advocacy. Steve emphasizes the need for comprehensive tools that help patients manage their health information and advocate effectively for themselves.

Takeaways

His daughter’s health challenges inspired Steve’s journey into health tech. Nabo...


Dr. Marcia A. Harris: Menopause Decoded, Breaking the Myths, Rewriting the Story
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09/25/2025

In this episode of the Healthy, Wealthy, and Smart Podcast, host Karen Litzy welcomes Dr. Marcia Harris, a pioneer in hormone restoration and a specialist in menopause care. With over 40 years of clinical experience, Dr. Harris has helped more than 10,000 midlife women reclaim their energy, sexual vitality, and quality of life. They delve into common myths and misconceptions surrounding menopause, discussing the need for personalized care rather than one-size-fits-all solutions. Dr. Harris shares her inspiring journey, which began with a personal tragedy that motivated her to ensure better maternal care. Tune in to learn about Dr. Harris’s groundbreaking to...