Powerful Patient
Latest Episodes
Developmental Delays and 5p-
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Mike and Joyce chat about the adventure of going outside your comfort zone for medical care. Listen