The Resilience Factor

The Resilience Factor – Where Strength Meets Longevity is hosted by board-certified orthopedic surgeon Dr. Pamela Mehta, founder of Resilience Orthopedics. This empowering show explores how to build a body that’s strong, mobile, and built to last. From injury prevention and surgical insights to conversations with elite athletes and medical experts, Dr. Mehta brings you bold, science-backed strategies to optimize your strength, mobility, and resilience at every stage of life. Whether you're bouncing back or leveling up—this podcast is your prescription for living stronger, longer. Any and all guest statements and opinions are a reflection of their own experience and do not reflect the views or opinions of Pamela Mehta MD, The Resilience Factor Podcast, or Pinnacle Podcast Network.

The Resilience Factor is a health podcast hosted by Pamela Mehta, MD, with 66 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Pamela Mehta, MD hosts The Resilience Factor, a health show with 66 episodes published.

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  Episode #65

  How to Catch Breast Cancer Earlier with Breast Radiologist Dr. Sonya Bhole

  Sep 24, 202630 minS1

  Catching breast cancer earlier starts with knowing your personal risk, not just waiting for a mammogram at 40. By 25, every woman should have a breast cancer risk assessment, because family history, breast density, and other risk factors can change when screening should begin and whether a mammogram is enough. In this episode of The Resilience Factor podcast, Dr. Pamela Mehta talks with board certified breast radiologist Dr. Sonya Bhole about breast cancer screening, mammograms, MRI, ultrasound, and early detection. They explain who may need screening before 40, what dense breasts mean, what a mammogram callback means, and how to make informed decisions without fear. IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00 Breast Cancer Screening: Why Age 40 Is Not the Whole Story 00:48 Why Breast Cancer Risk Assessment Starts by 25 02:25 How Personal Breast Cancer Risk Is Assessed 03:25 Who Needs Breast Cancer Screening Before 40? 04:30 What to Know Before Your First Mammogram 07:06 How Often Should You Get a Mammogram? 08:37 What to Expect at Your First Mammogram 11:02 How AI Is Changing Breast Cancer Detection 14:07 Dense Breasts and Supplemental Breast Screening 16:53 What Does a Mammogram Callback Mean? 18:30 Evidence Based Ways to Lower Breast Cancer Risk 22:38 How to Build a Personalized High Risk Screening Plan 23:29 Mammogram Myths: Radiation, Compression, and Family History 26:16 Barriers to Breast Cancer Screening and Access 27:40 The Future of Early Breast Cancer Detection GUEST RESOURCES: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youreadoctorright THE RESILIENCE FACTOR WITH DR. PAMELA MEHTA: YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiQ_AOy_Pd4mEXrsUN3hC6dEtSpmtQuDF&si=szS_5tqUV85kV1R9 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-resilience-factor/id1822815775 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3D3mys5DJka3zrsdKEPVs3?si=c56539bea0174bbd HOST RESOURCES: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.pamelamehta TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.pamelamehta Become a Patient: https://www.resilienceorthopedics.com Earn FREE CE Credits: https://learnatpinnacle.com This episode is brought to you by ⁠The Pinnacle Podcast Network⁠! ABOUT DR. PAMELA MEHTA: Pamela Mehta, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, practice owner, chief medical officer of the Good Feet Store, and founder of the education platform Learn at Pinnacle. Dr. Mehta specializes in minimally invasive surgery, orthobiologics, and sports medicine. She helps people of all stages of life learn how to live a healthier life, longer. Disclaimer: Pamela Mehta, MD, is a doctor, but she is not your doctor. This content is for general education and is not a substitute for individualized medical care. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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  Episode #64

  Dr. Z: The Cost of Becoming Exceptional

  Sep 17, 202644 minS1

  Neurosurgeon Dr. Zayed Almadidy, known online as Dr. Z, joins Dr. Pamela Mehta to talk about the real cost of becoming exceptional. In a field where there is no room for “good enough,” Dr. Z shares what it takes to stay calm under pressure, avoid mediocrity, and keep improving when the stakes are life changing. But this conversation goes beyond neurosurgery. It’s about ambition, sacrifice, family, health, and the moments no achievement can give back. If you’ve ever wondered whether becoming exceptional has to mean losing yourself along the way, this episode is for you. IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00 Can You Be Ambitious Without Losing Yourself? 01:07 Why Neurosurgery Has No Room for Mediocrity 01:40 When Is Spine Surgery Actually Necessary? 03:44 What to Try Before Spine Surgery 06:29 When Perfectionism Becomes Dangerous 08:27 How Surgeons Make High-Stakes Decisions 10:16 How Surgeons Stay Calm Under Pressure 12:35 How to Train Yourself to Handle Discomfort 13:37 Where the Drive to Become Exceptional Comes From 16:44 How Surgeons Recover From Complications 20:38 The Real Cost of Becoming a Neurosurgeon 22:26 Career Advice for Neurosurgery Residents 23:40 What Neurosurgery Residency Is Really Like 26:52 How Dr. Z Built an Audience of 1 Million+ 29:17 Can You Be Exceptional and Have Work-Life Balance? 30:46 Specialist vs. Generalist: Which Is Better? 33:25 How High Performers Protect Their Health 36:32 Would a Neurosurgeon Let His Kids Play Football? 37:23 Is Rugby Safer Than Football? 38:01 Does Playing Soccer Increase Dementia Risk? 39:18 How to Reduce Your Risk of Dementia 42:23 What Does Success Look Like After Achieving Your Dream? GUEST RESOURCES: Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/dr.z_neurosurgery/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.z_neurosurgery Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrZNeuro/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drzneurosurgery/ THE RESILIENCE FACTOR WITH DR. PAMELA MEHTA: YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiQ_AOy_Pd4mEXrsUN3hC6dEtSpmtQuDF&si=szS_5tqUV85kV1R9   Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-resilience-factor/id1822815775   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3D3mys5DJka3zrsdKEPVs3?si=c56539bea0174bbd   HOST RESOURCES: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.pamelamehta   TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.pamelamehta   Become a Patient: https://www.resilienceorthopedics.com   Earn FREE CE Credits: https://learnatpinnacle.com  This episode is brought to you by ⁠The Pinnacle Podcast Network⁠!  ABOUT DR. PAMELA MEHTA: Pamela Mehta, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, practice owner, chief medical officer of the Good Feet Store, and founder of the education platform Learn at Pinnacle. Dr. Mehta specializes in minimally invasive surgery, orthobiologics, and sports medicine. She helps people of all stages of life learn how to live a healthier life, longer.  Disclaimer: Pamela Mehta, MD, is a doctor, but she is not your doctor. This content is for general education and is not a substitute for individualized medical care. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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  Episode #63

  Aging Gracefully Without Looking Overdone with Dermatologist Dr. Lilly-Rose Paraskevas

  Sep 10, 202646 minS1

  Anti-aging is about more than smoothing wrinkles or choosing the latest skincare treatment. Volume loss, bone structure, facial movement, and sun damage can all affect how your face looks, which means the wrinkle or feature you notice may not be what is making you look tired or older. With so many products and procedures available, how do you know what could help and what could leave you looking overdone? In this episode of The Resilience Factor, Dr. Pamela Mehta, talks with Dr. Lilly-Rose Paraskevas, a board-certified dermatologist and founder of Rose Dermatology. They explain how the face changes with age, why natural-looking rejuvenation requires considering the face as a whole, when skincare, Botox, filler, lasers, and microneedling may help, and how to avoid trends and treatments that do not fit your features or goals. IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00 Anti-Aging Without Looking Overdone 01:46 What Makes a Face Look Older? 03:54 What Is a Simple Anti-Aging Skincare Routine? 06:09 Does Drinking Water Improve Your Skin? 07:10 How Does Pollution Affect Your Skin? 08:43 Meet Dermatologist Dr. Lilly-Rose Paraskevas 13:16 What Are the First Signs of Facial Aging? 15:25 How Do Dermatologists Create Natural-Looking Results? 17:47 When Should You Start Botox? 22:04 How Does Sleep Affect Your Skin? 22:53 Does Sleeping on Your Side Cause Wrinkles? 24:21 How Do You Treat Aging Hands and Chest? 25:27 What Is Full-Face Balancing? 27:58 How Do You Know When Filler Looks Overdone? 29:24 Should You Dissolve Under-Eye Filler? 30:02 Which Lip Filler Trends Should You Avoid? 31:38 Which Anti-Aging Skin Treatments Actually Work? 33:32 Can Microneedling Improve Aging Skin on the Body? 36:02 PRP vs. Exosomes for Skin Rejuvenation 37:25 How Is AI Used in Dermatology? 40:11 Does Estrogen Cream Help Aging Skin? 42:08 How Should You Prepare for a Cosmetic Consultation? 42:36 Can You Age Gracefully With Cosmetic Treatments? 43:34 When Is It Time to Consider a Facelift? 45:02 Where to Find Dr. Lilly-Rose Paraskevas GUEST RESOURCES: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosedermnyc/ Website: https://www.rosederm.com/ THE RESILIENCE FACTOR WITH DR. PAMELA MEHTA: YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiQ_AOy_Pd4mEXrsUN3hC6dEtSpmtQuDF&si=szS_5tqUV85kV1R9   Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-resilience-factor/id1822815775   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3D3mys5DJka3zrsdKEPVs3?si=c56539bea0174bbd   HOST RESOURCES: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.pamelamehta   TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.pamelamehta   Become a Patient: https://www.resilienceorthopedics.com   Earn FREE CE Credits: https://learnatpinnacle.com  This episode is brought to you by ⁠The Pinnacle Podcast Network⁠!  ABOUT DR. PAMELA MEHTA: Pamela Mehta, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, practice owner, chief medical officer of the Good Feet Store, and founder of the education platform Learn at Pinnacle. Dr. Mehta specializes in minimally invasive surgery, orthobiologics, and sports medicine. She helps people of all stages of life learn how to live a healthier life, longer.  Disclaimer: Pamela Mehta, MD, is a doctor, but she is not your doctor. This content is for general education and is not a substitute for individualized medical care. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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  Episode #62

  Injury Recovery: How to Heal and Get Back to Doing What You Love with Dr. Rena Eleazar

  Sep 3, 202639 minS1

  When you're injured, you want to heal as quickly as possible and get back to doing what you love. But what actually helps an injury heal, and what could slow your recovery down? On The Resilience Factor, orthopedic surgeon Dr. Pamela Mehta talks with board-certified sports physical therapist and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist Dr. Rena Eleazar about what supports injury healing from the first days through the return to activity. They discuss how fueling, sleep, stress, and pain-free movement may affect recovery, why complete rest is not always the answer, and how progressive strength and confidence help prepare the body to get back to doing what you love. IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00 How Can You Help Your Body Heal After an Injury? 01:29 What Does Injury Recovery Really Require? 03:23 How Do Sleep, Nutrition, and Stress Affect Injury Healing? 05:02 What Should You Eat to Help an Injury Heal? 06:08 Why Does Pain Return After Physical Therapy? 07:49 Does Pain Mean You Are Injured Again? 08:54 How Much Sleep Do Athletes Need for Recovery? 11:35 How Does Sports Rehabilitation Change for Different Athletes? 14:48 What Should You Do in the First 48 Hours After an Injury? 15:35 RICE vs. PEACE & LOVE: What Should You Do After an Injury? 18:33 Should You Rest or Move After an Injury? 20:33 How Do You Rebuild Confidence After an Injury? 23:16 Rena Eleazar's Injury and Physical Therapy Story 28:35 Should Women Change Training During Their Menstrual Cycle? 31:52 Does Weightlifting Make Women Bulky? 33:34 How Should Beginners Start Strength Training? 36:19 How Do Athletes Cope With an Injury? GUEST RESOURCES: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renaeleazarpt/ THE RESILIENCE FACTOR WITH DR. PAMELA MEHTA: YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiQ_AOy_Pd4mEXrsUN3hC6dEtSpmtQuDF&si=szS_5tqUV85kV1R9   Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-resilience-factor/id1822815775   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3D3mys5DJka3zrsdKEPVs3?si=c56539bea0174bbd   HOST RESOURCES: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.pamelamehta   TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.pamelamehta   Become a Patient: https://www.resilienceorthopedics.com   Earn FREE CE Credits: https://learnatpinnacle.com  This episode is brought to you by ⁠The Pinnacle Podcast Network⁠!  ABOUT DR. PAMELA MEHTA: Pamela Mehta, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, practice owner, chief medical officer of the Good Feet Store, and founder of the education platform Learn at Pinnacle. Dr. Mehta specializes in minimally invasive surgery, orthobiologics, and sports medicine. She helps people of all stages of life learn how to live a healthier life, longer.  Disclaimer: Pamela Mehta, MD, is a doctor, but she is not your doctor. This content is for general education and is not a substitute for individualized medical care. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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  Episode #60

  Allergies: Why Your Treatment Isn’t Working & What Actually Helps with Dr. Payel Gupta

  Aug 20, 202638 minS1

  You have tried allergy pills, nasal sprays, and every pharmacy label that seems to match your symptoms, but you still wake up congested and foggy. Is the treatment failing, or could you be using the wrong tool, stopping too soon, or treating something that is not an allergy at all? Dr. Pamela Mehta sits down with board-certified allergist and immunologist Dr. Payel Gupta to explain how environmental and food allergies are identified and treated. They discuss why allergy routines fail, when testing can mislead patients, how eczema may affect food-allergy risk, and what families should understand about early allergen introduction and immunotherapy. IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00 Why Isn’t My Allergy Treatment Working? 01:48 Why Do Allergy Treatments Fail? 03:17 How Long Does a Nasal Spray Take to Work? 04:03 What Are the Symptoms of Environmental Allergies? 05:16 Can You Develop Allergies as an Adult? 06:33 Do Allergy Shots and Immunotherapy Work? 08:32 How Long Do Allergy Shots Take? 09:14 Can Eczema Increase Food-Allergy Risk? 11:30 Why Are Food Allergies Increasing? 12:05 When Should Babies Be Introduced to Allergens? 13:35 How Does Oral Immunotherapy Work? 16:40 Can Xolair Help with Food Allergies? 18:14 Is There an Age Limit for Oral Immunotherapy? 20:42 How Do Food Allergies Affect Mental Health? 23:56 What Can Be Mistaken for Allergies? 25:42 Can Food-Allergy Tests Give False Positives? 28:02 What Is the Best Over-the-Counter Allergy Medicine? 29:28 Is Benadryl Safe for Everyday Allergies? 30:15 When Should You See an Allergist? 31:00 Dr. Payel Gupta’s Global Health Work 32:57 Why Community Matters in Chronic Illness GUEST RESOURCES: Website: https://www.easeallergy.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nycdoctor/ THE RESILIENCE FACTOR WITH DR. PAMELA MEHTA: YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiQ_AOy_Pd4mEXrsUN3hC6dEtSpmtQuDF&si=szS_5tqUV85kV1R9   Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-resilience-factor/id1822815775   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3D3mys5DJka3zrsdKEPVs3?si=c56539bea0174bbd   HOST RESOURCES: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.pamelamehta   TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.pamelamehta   Become a Patient: https://www.resilienceorthopedics.com   Earn FREE CE Credits: https://learnatpinnacle.com  This episode is brought to you by ⁠The Pinnacle Podcast Network⁠!  ABOUT DR. PAMELA MEHTA: Pamela Mehta, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, practice owner, chief medical officer of the Good Feet Store, and founder of the education platform Learn at Pinnacle. Dr. Mehta specializes in minimally invasive surgery, orthobiologics, and sports medicine. She helps people of all stages of life learn how to live a healthier life, longer.  Disclaimer: Pamela Mehta, MD, is a doctor, but she is not your doctor. This content is for general education and is not a substitute for individualized medical care. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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