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Beyond the Prescription

Lucy McBride MD
Mental Health
Anxiety
Aging
Menopause
Covid-19
Sleep
Hormone Replacement Therapy
Physical Health
Community Building
Cardiovascular Disease
Cognitive Health
Testosterone
Self-Discovery
Blood Pressure
Primary Care
Stress Management
Insomnia
Mattering
Pre-Diabetes
Healthcare System

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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My book, Beyond the Prescription, comes out on August 11! I wrote it with you in mind.

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Dr. Lucy McBride sits down with Dr. Amy Commander, breast oncologist at Mass General Brigham and author of Paving Your Path Through Breast Cancer... more

Dr. Lucy McBride sits down again with Dr. Greg Katz, cardiologist at NYU, to tackle the questions patients ask most about blood pressure: what the numbers actually mean, why a single reading in the doctor’s office can mislead, what drives hypertensio... more

Dr. Lucy McBride sits down with Benoit Denizet-Lewis, longtime writer for the New York Times Magazine and bestselling author of You’ve Changed: The Promise and Price of Self-Transformation, for a wide-ranging conversation about how people actually tr... more

Dr. Lucy McBride sits down with award-winning journalist Jennifer Wallace, author of the New York Times bestseller Mattering: The Secret to a Life of Deep Connection and Purpose, to explore why feeling valued—and adding value—may be one of the most p... more

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Recent Guests

Greg Katz
Cardiologist at NYU
New York University (NYU)
Episode: The Silent Killer: What Everyone Should Know About Blood Pressure
Benoit Denizet-Lewis
Writer and author of You've Changed: The Promise and Price of Self-Transformation
New York Times Magazine contributor; Emerson College professor
Episode: Can People Actually Change?
Jennifer Wallace
Award-winning journalist who writes at the intersection of science, culture, and human connection
Author of Mattering, Mattering, The Secret to a Life of Deep Connection and Purpose
Episode: Mattering: An Overlooked Determinant of Human Health & What To Do About It
Vivek Murthy
Former Surgeon General of the United States
Together Project/Together Substack Staying Human
Episode: Health & Human Connection: A Conversation with Former U.S. Surgeon General, Dr. Vivek Murthy
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

Host

Lucy McBride
Host of the show, physician; focuses on patient-centered, evidence-based health guidance.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 163 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 States4 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
    Canada4 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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Listeners appreciate the practical, humane approach to health topics.
Hosts bridge clinical insight with everyday health decisions.
Guest mix is diverse and adds depth to medical discussions.
Some criticisms note it may cater to a more privileged audience.
Shows credibility with thoughtful, evidence-based health conversations.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Can People Actually Change?
Q: I don't know. How much do you think, like I'm super interested in prescribing, if you will, patients who are trying to affect change, self-compassion, forgiveness, an apology with a period to someone else, like an apology that ends with a period.
The host discusses concrete steps toward change such as authentic apologies, self-compassion, and forgiveness, highlighting that change is facilitated by owning one's actions, setting boundaries, and recognizing what can and cannot be changed, while using doubt and humility as tools.
Can People Actually Change?
Q: What is it, if anything, that you saw as the sort of, you know, calm denominator reason people try to affect change?
Benoit explains that change comes from a mix of internal shifts, external pressures, epiphanies, and moments of awe, with some changes happening without planning. He emphasizes that people transform for a variety of reasons and that the process often blends personal decisions with social validation and environmental factors.
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.

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What is Beyond the Prescription about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A physician-hosted interview show that centers on practical health advice, patient advocacy, and the human side of medicine. Across episodes, topics range from understanding blood pressure and cardiovascular risk to menopause, hormone therapy, mental health, AI in healthcare, and cutting through wellness hype with evidence-based guidance. The conversations emphasize shared decision-making, risk-based care, and empowering listeners to navigate a complex healthcare system without sacrificing nuance or compassion. Notable strengths include access to prominent medical and health-policy guests, a consistent focus on how social and emotional factors intersect with physical health, and a candid style that blends clinical insight with real-life sto... more

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2. Benoit Denizet-Lewis
3. Jennifer Wallace
4. Vivek Murthy
5. Zeke Emanuel
6. Lauren Streicher
7. Susan Dominus
8. Dr. Jessi Gold

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