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The Retreat Radio

Heather Witt, PA-C
Peptides
Menopause
Estrogen Therapy
Hormone Therapy
Hormones
PRP
PRF
Med Spa Industry
Collagen Banking
Lasers
Ozempic
Testosterone Therapy
Progesterone Therapy
Direct-To-Consumer At-Home Blood Testing
Gut Health
Peptide Stacks
WHI Study
Bioidentical Hormones
Estrogen
FDA

The Retreat Radio is a podcast at the intersection of functional medicine, aesthetics, and longevity, hosted by Heather Witt, PA-C, founder of The Retreat Wellness and Aesthetics in Newport Beach, California.

Each week, Heather breaks down the real science behind today’s biggest topics in hormones, gut health, peptides, supplements, injectables, regenerative treatments, and anti-aging, helping yo... more

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Why does weight loss become harder in midlife, even when you are eating well and exercising?

In this episode, PA Heather explains how hormone changes, muscle loss, insulin resistance, visceral fat, poor sleep, and a slower metabolism can c... more

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In this episode of The Retreat Radio, PA Heather explains the differences between semaglutide, tirzepatide, and retatrutide, when each medication may be appropriate, and why her practice does not use research-grade peptides.

She also debun... more

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In this guest appearance on The Better You Project, PA Heather joins Lexi to explain why sexual wellness involves far more than libido alone.

Heather breaks down the four pillars of sexual wellness: desire, arousal, pleasure, and orgasm. T... more

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In this episode of The Retreat Radio, PA Heather takes a deep dive into one of the fastest-growing trends in healthcare: direct-to-consumer wellness companies and at-home blood testing.

Using a popular subscription lab service as an exampl... more

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In this episode of The Retreat Radio, PA Heather sits down with The Retreat's aesthetic injector, Britney, to discuss her journey from new graduate nurse to aesthetic injector.

Britney shares how she discovered aesthetic nursing, why she p... more

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In this episode of The Retreat Radio, PA Heather continues her hormone therapy series by breaking down estrogen and progesterone, two of the most important hormones affecting women's health during perimenopause and menopause.

PA Heather st... more

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In this episode of The Retreat Radio, PA Heather kicks off a hormone therapy series by breaking down testosterone.

While many people associate testosterone with men, Heather explains why it is also essential for women and how low levels ca... more

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In Part 2 of this Q&A series, PA Heather and Valerie shift the conversation from aesthetics to wellness, tackling some of the most talked-about topics in modern medicine.

PA Heather breaks down the truth behind "Ozempic Face," explaining w... more

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Heather Witt
Host of The Retreat Radio; physician assistant and clinic owner focused on functional medicine, aesthetics, and longevity.

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How to Start a Career in Aesthetic Nursing | Tips for New Injectors
Q: How important is shadowing and hands-on observation in the early stages of entering aesthetics, and what impact did it have on Britney's trajectory?
Shadowing an experienced injector for months allowed Britney to learn techniques, patient interactions, and clinic workflows, which directly translated into her readiness to start injecting confidently and building trust with patients.
How to Start a Career in Aesthetic Nursing | Tips for New Injectors
Q: What advice does Britney offer to new injectors about getting their foot in the door and avoiding early red flags in interviews?
Be willing to start somewhere practical, even if it's a large chain or front-desk roles, and demonstrate commitment through thoughtful application materials and proactive questions; look for teams that value humility, collaboration, and clear communication rather than overinflated pay or rigid hierarchies.
How to Start a Career in Aesthetic Nursing | Tips for New Injectors
Q: Why did Britney choose to pursue a direct entry MSN instead of stopping at BSN, and how did that choice shape her career in aesthetics?
Britney wanted to ensure she had a robust educational foundation and the option for independent practice in the future, aiming for higher levels of care and eventual NP status, which she saw as valuable for autonomy and advanced clinical capability.
So...What is Wellness? | Q&A Part 1
Q: Could you give me an overall description of what wellness encompasses?
Wellness is a root-cause, multimodal approach that includes hormone optimization, gut health, weight management, and testing to understand how genetics, lifestyle, environment, and physiology interact to influence long-term health beyond surface-level symptoms.
Wellness Q&A: Ozempic Face, Creatine, Peptides, and Hormone Health
Q: The Ozempic face, is it caused by the medication directly or just rapid weight loss?
The guest explains that correlation does not equal causation; Ozempic use itself does not automatically cause Ozempic Face, but rapid weight loss from GLP-1 therapy—especially when mismanaged—can lead to facial fat loss and a gaunt appearance.

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What is The Retreat Radio about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A health-forward show that blends functional medicine, aesthetics, and longevity, delivering evidence-based discussions on hormones, gut health, peptides, injectables, and regenerative treatments. Episodes often critique marketing hype in the wellness space, emphasize practical dosing, lab interpretation, and real-world patient outcomes, and balance clinical guidance with business considerations for clinics and practitioners. A notable throughline is prioritizing safety, proper sourcing, and personalized plans over trendy fixes, with many episodes anchored by the host's clinical perspective as a physician assistant and clinic owner.

Listeners are likely professionals and wellness enthusiasts who value science-backed approaches to hormonal ... more

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