Docs Who Lift

Drs. Spencer and Karl Nadolsky talk about nutrition, medicine, and fitness through the lens of two physicians who lift weights. Both doctors are former NCAA division 1 wrestlers who have gone into medicine. Dr. Spencer Nadolsky is a board certified family physician specialized in obesity medicine and lipidology. Dr. Karl Nadolsky is a board certified endocrinologist also specialized in obesity medicine.

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156 episodes
Updated July 7

Episodes156

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Sep 9, 2024 · 1 hr 15 min
Menopause 101
Drs. Karl and Spencer chat with Dr. Jen Gunter all about menopause. Diagnosis, treatment, and much more.
Aug 7, 2024 · 27 min
Olympic controversies and GLP-1 for Alzheimer's and Heart Failure
Drs. Karl and Spencer discuss a couple of the controversies at the olympics along with the news about GLP-1 medicines treating Alzheimer's and heart failure.
Jul 30, 2024 · 30 min
New Vitamin D Guidelines
Drs. Karl and Spencer chat with return guest and bone expert endocrinologist Dr. Rachel Pessah-Pollack all about the new Vitamin D guidelines.
Jul 8, 2024 · 51 min
Semaglutide and Blindness
Drs. Karl and Spencer discuss with ophthalmologist Dr. Brugger about the recent study showing a relationship between semaglutide and NAION (nonarteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy).
Jun 26, 2024 · 19 min
Tirzepatide for Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Drs. Karl and Spencer discuss the new SURMOUNT-OSA trial where tirzepatide was used to treat obstructive sleep apnea.
Jun 21, 2024 · 34 min
Stomach Ablation for Weight Loss
Drs. Karl and Spencer chat with return guest Dr. McGowan about a new procedure called the endoscopic gastric ablation that he just did a trial on.
Jun 4, 2024 · 45 min
FLOW trial and GLP-1 cost rant
Drs. Karl and Spencer discuss the recent FLOW trial where semaglutide was found to be kidney protective. They also go off about the costs of these medicines and what to do (including compounding considerations). Click here to see the study
May 28, 2024 · 20 min
South Park - The End of Obesity
Drs. Karl and Spencer discuss the most recent South Park episode where GLP-1 medicines are discussed along with the dysfunctions of our healthcare system among other issues.
May 16, 2024 · 26 min
Fallacies of Functional Medicine
Drs. Karl and Spencer discuss the fallacies of functional medicine. You'll learn what functional medicine is and whether you should seek it out.
Apr 30, 2024 · 20 min
Another response to Jillian Michaels and Bill Maher
Drs. Karl and Spencer respond to Jillian Michaels on the Bill Maher show
Apr 24, 2024 · 38 min
Bariatric surgery through the mouth? Endoscopy gastroplasty 101
Drs. Karl and Spencer discuss with gastroenterologist Dr. McGowan all about endoscopic gastroplasty. See recent study on cost effectiveness of endoscopic gastroplasty vs semaglutide Check out his program
Apr 12, 2024 · 24 min
GLP-1 meds and Parkinson's and Heart Failure
Drs. Karl and Spencer discuss the new studies about GLP-1 medicines and Parkinson's and heart failure along with how these meds are not just weight loss drugs but health promoting medicines. Click here to see the Parkinson's study Click here to see the heart failure study
Mar 26, 2024 · 25 min
Lipedema Patient Journey
Drs. Karl and Spencer chat with Kasey Potts all about her journey with lipedema. Learn more about how this condition is diagnosed and treated. Check out her instagram
Mar 13, 2024 · 51 min
All about Lipedema - with Dr. Amron
Drs. Karl and Spencer chat with Dr. Amron all about lipedema. He is a specialized surgeon who treats lipedema daily. Learn about diagnosing and treating this condition that is commonly mistaken with obesity. Check his sites https://www.dramronconsultations.com/ https://www.advancedlipedematreatment.com/
Mar 5, 2024 · 21 min
GLP-1 Weight Loss Maintenance from Exercise
Drs. Karl and Spencer discuss a new study showcasing the importance of exercise during and after GLP-1 medicine use. Click here to see the original study Click here to see the extension study
Feb 27, 2024 · 28 min
Bustin' Hyman Myths - GLP-1 edition
Drs. Karl and Spencer discuss a recent Mark Hyman podcast where he perpetuated some myths about obesity and GLP-1 receptor agonist medicines.
Feb 13, 2024 · 19 min
Does your doctor need to be in shape?
Drs. Karl and Spencer discuss whether your doctor needs to look a certain way in order to be a good doctor.
Jan 31, 2024 · 1 hr 16 min
Docs Who Lift and Unbiased Science Crossover
Drs. Karl and Spencer chat with Drs. Jess and Andrea all about popular podcasters like Andrew Huberman etc. and the spread of pseudoscience.
Jan 26, 2024 · 31 min
The death of our supplement company and influencer pharma money
Drs. Karl and Spencer chat about their now defunct supplement company along with the ethics of big pharma direct to consumer marketing (including influencers).
Jan 10, 2024 · 23 min
Pelvic Floor 101
Drs. Karl and Spencer chat with Dr. Brianna Durand all about the pelvic floor and incontinence when lifting etc. empower.physio pelvicrehab.org

Docs Who Lift

Menopause 101

Olympic controversies and GLP-1 for Alzheimer's and Heart Failure

New Vitamin D Guidelines

Semaglutide and Blindness

Tirzepatide for Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Stomach Ablation for Weight Loss

FLOW trial and GLP-1 cost rant

South Park - The End of Obesity

Fallacies of Functional Medicine

Another response to Jillian Michaels and Bill Maher

Bariatric surgery through the mouth? Endoscopy gastroplasty 101

GLP-1 meds and Parkinson's and Heart Failure

Lipedema Patient Journey

All about Lipedema - with Dr. Amron

GLP-1 Weight Loss Maintenance from Exercise

Bustin' Hyman Myths - GLP-1 edition

Does your doctor need to be in shape?

Docs Who Lift and Unbiased Science Crossover

The death of our supplement company and influencer pharma money

Pelvic Floor 101