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Beyond the Prescription

Lucy McBride MD
Mental Health
Covid-19
Anxiety
Pre-Diabetes
Measles
Arthritis
Body Weight and Health
Vaccination
Flu
Cancer Prevention
Weight Loss
Medical News
Cardiovascular Disease
Lipoprotein (a)
Exercise and Health
Diet
BMI
Winter Viruses
RSV (respiratory Syncytial Virus)
Long COVID

Join Dr. Lucy McBride for honest conversations about what it really takes to be healthy. Each episode goes beyond quick fixes and conflicting health advice to explore the questions that matter: How do we navigate a healthcare system that's often too rushed to see us as whole people? Who can we trust when everyone seems to be selling something? And how do we reclaim agency over our own health? Draw... more

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Dr. Lucy McBride sits down with Dr. Greg Katz, cardiologist and educator at NYU, to make sense of the new 2026 cholesterol guidelines — and what they actually mean for real patients. Together, they cut through the noise on coronary a... more

Dr. Lucy McBride sits down with Dr. Zeke Emanuel — physician, bioethicist, and key architect of the Affordable Care Act — to discuss his new New York Times bestseller Eat Your Ice Cream: Six Simple Rules for a Long and Healthy Life. They explore the ... more

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Dr. Lucy McBride sits down with Dr. Lauren Streicher, Northwestern University professor and sexual medicine expert, to untangle two decades of fear-based messaging about hormone therapy in the wake of the Women’s Health Initiative. T... more

Episode Summary Dr. Lucy McBride uses a patient's obsession with getting a facelift to explore what aging well actually requires — and why the $60 billion anti-aging industry is designed to ensure you never feel like you're winning. She breaks down t... more

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Greg Katz
Cardiologist at NYU
New York University
Episode: What the New Cholesterol Guidelines Mean for You: A Conversation with NYU Cardiologist Dr. Greg Katz
Zeke Emanuel
Physician, bioethicist, and health policy expert; author
University of Pennsylvania; author of Eat Your Ice Cream, Six Simple Rules for a Long and Healthy Life
Episode: Cutting Through Wellness Noise: 6 Rules for a Long & Healthy Life with Dr. Zeke Emanuel
Lauren Streicher
Northwestern professor and sexual medicine expert
Northwestern University
Episode: Rethinking Hormone Therapy, Hot Flashes & Sexual Health with Dr. Lauren Streicher, MD
Susan Dominus
Esteemed journalist from The New York Times
The New York Times
Episode: Testosterone for Women: What You Need to Know with NYT Journalist Susan Dominus
Dr. Jessi Gold
Psychiatrist and nationally recognized mental health expert, author of 'How Do You Feel'
Episode: How to Manage Anxiety When It Feels Like the World is Falling Apart with Dr. Jessi Gold
Dr. Julie Fratantoni
Cognitive neuroscientist specializing in executive functions.
Better Brain Substack
Episode: Top Tips for Brain Health: A Conversation with cognitive neuroscientist Dr. Julie Fratantoni
Sunita Puri
Associate professor of medicine at UC Irvine and author of 'That Good Night, Life and Medicine in the 11th Hour.'
University of California, Irvine
Episode: Is a "Good Death" Possible?
Debbie Weil
Journalist, author, and writer of the Substack "Bold Age"
Bold Age on Substack
Episode: [B]oldly exploring old age, from the blessings to the b******t, with writer Debbie Weil
Dr. Aditi Nerurkar
Harvard-trained physician and bestselling author focused on stress management and mental health
Episode: How to manage stress & improve your mental health: a conversation with best selling author and physician Dr. Aditi Nerurkar

Host

Dr. Lucy McBride
Primary care physician and host focusing on evidence-based health guidance and patient advocacy.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 162 ratings
  • Sound Information Clearly Shared

    I appreciate the variety of health and wellness content offered in this podcast and the clear and direct communication offered by the host and guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DoriMerDen
    United States3 years ago
  • Doctor of privilege

    There are some general points about health that are fine. But the podcast seems to be catered to a privileged audience.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    wpOxQVUsv
    United States3 years ago
  • Just what we need

    Dr. McBride is knowledgeable and honest and all of her conversations are relatable to all. Grateful to have this!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    moorejenny
    United States3 years ago
  • Quack? Not!

    Maybe the reviewer who called you a total quack misunderstood that if she walks like a doc, talks like a doc, and sounds like a doc, she’s a doc!

    Thanks, Doc!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Iggypep
    Canada3 years ago
  • Health is everyday!

    Addressing a wide range of topics through the lens of health- a great perspective.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JFMoen
    United States4 years ago

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Audience appreciates how topics connect mental and physical health with practical steps.
Many feel empowered by discussions that discourage fear-based health messaging.
Listeners praise clear, compassionate medical guidance and credible guest experts.

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What the New Cholesterol Guidelines Mean for You: A Conversation with NYU Cardiologist Dr. Greg Katz
Q: What are the limitations of the guidelines in real life?
Guidelines reflect population-level data and may not apply identically to every individual; patients differ in their risk factors, preferences, and life circumstances, so clinicians should tailor decisions rather than apply blanket rules.
What the New Cholesterol Guidelines Mean for You: A Conversation with NYU Cardiologist Dr. Greg Katz
Q: What happened on March 13th with this cholesterol guidance?
The guidelines are a distillation from large bodies of evidence, not a single new study. They were created by experts who evaluated many papers and graded recommendations by strength of evidence, serving as a guide for clinicians rather than a binding rule.
Cutting Through Wellness Noise: 6 Rules for a Long & Healthy Life with Dr. Zeke Emanuel
Q: What is your framework for aging and medical decisions at the end of life?
The framework centers on quality of life over quantity, choosing interventions that align with personal values and goals, and recognizing when not to pursue aggressive treatments after certain ages or conditions.
Cutting Through Wellness Noise: 6 Rules for a Long & Healthy Life with Dr. Zeke Emanuel
Q: Why is social interaction so central to health in your view?
He cites substantial data showing loneliness increases mortality risk and that friendly, regular interactions improve mood, reduce stress hormones, and enhance cognitive and emotional well-being.
Cutting Through Wellness Noise: 6 Rules for a Long & Healthy Life with Dr. Zeke Emanuel
Q: Don't you think the obsession with wellness and biohacking is harmful to real health?
The guest argues that wellness obsession can distract from moderation and meaningful living; he cautions against extreme protocols and urges focusing on sustainable, enjoyable routines grounded in data and common sense.

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A thoughtful health-focused show offering evidence-based guidance on navigating the healthcare system, mental well-being, and preventive care. Episodes center on empowering listeners to participate in their own care, cut through wellness misinformation, and balance medical evidence with real-world practicality. Noteworthy angles include shared decision-making, nuanced discussions of hormone therapy, aging, and how technology and AI may intersect with patient care, all anchored by a practicing physician host with decades of clinical experience. The format often features expert guests from medicine, policy, journalism, and behavioral science, delivering actionable tips for everyday health and long-term well-being.

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Recent guests on Beyond the Prescription include:

1. Greg Katz
2. Zeke Emanuel
3. Lauren Streicher
4. Susan Dominus
5. Dr. Jessi Gold
6. Dr. Julie Fratantoni
7. Sunita Puri
8. Debbie Weil

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