Powerful Patient

Powerful Patient


Latest Episodes

Developmental Delays and 5p-
February 25, 2015

Mike and Joyce speak with Laura Castillo, Executive Director of FivePMinus.org, helping families affected by Cri du Chat (Cat Cry) Syndrome (CdCs). Listen

Adrenaline and your health
February 19, 2015

Dr. Michael Platt discusses the role of adrenaline in ADHD, Autism, IBS, and more. Joyce asks him how to rule out a tumor before embarking on medical treatment. Listen

Help and Hope for Mental Illness
February 12, 2015

Mike and Joyce speak with Cindy Vickers about assisting those who are suffering from a variety of conditions consolidated under the heading of mental illness. Listen

Differences, Bullying, and Sturge-Weber Syndrome
February 05, 2015

Karen Ball, CEO of the Sturge-Weber Foundation, speaks with Joyce about Sturge-Weber syndrome (SWS) and the challenges faced by people with this condition. Listen

Powerful Patient meets Youth Services
January 29, 2015

Joyce Graff appeared on Talk it Out with Father Don Mowery on the radio in Memphis. They have a lot in common. It's all about empowerment. Listen

Living with Barth Syndrome
January 22, 2015

Shelley speaks with Mike and Joyce about life with Barth Syndrome, and how families cope when life ends. Listen

Hope and Resilience in the face of chronic illness
January 03, 2015

Cindy Coney is full of hope, inspiration and an unsinkable spirit that she loves using to help others affected by life challenging illness live better lives. Listen

Managing Caregiver Stress
January 01, 2015

Joyce talks with Eve and with Dr. Sheryle Baker about the changes that occur in the dynamics between the patient and the caregiver, and how we can all help the caregiver survive. Listen

Finding Hope
December 25, 2014

Mike and Joyce speak with Dana Dornsife, President and Founder of an organization called Lazarex that helps people identify and participate in clinical trials that may be appropriate for their condition. Listen

Going outside your comfort zone for medical care
December 18, 2014

Mike and Joyce chat about the adventure of going outside your comfort zone for medical care. Listen