ABOUT THIS EPISODE
In this episode, Dr. Dani Cabral sits down with Dr. Esra Shermadou, MD, a board-certified Family Medicine and Obesity Medicine physician and founder of Sakinah Health, a direct patient care clinic in Dayton, Ohio.
In this thoughtful conversation, Dr. Shermadou shares how her own health journey shaped her perspective on medicine and wellness. After being diagnosed with cancer at just 21 years old and undergoing chemotherapy, she developed a deep appreciation for movement and rebuilding strength. What began as a path to recovery eventually sparked her passion for strength training and long-term health.
They explore why muscle health is one of the most important and often overlooked pillars of longevity. They discuss how strength training supports metabolic health, helps prevent insulin resistance, promotes brain health through the release of beneficial myokines and BDNF, and builds the physiological reserve our bodies need to recover from illness or injury as we age.
They also talk about how the direct patient care model allows physicians to slow down, listen more closely, and create personalized care plans that truly support patients’ long-term health goals.
If you’ve ever wondered how to live not just longer, but stronger, this episode offers powerful insights on muscle, longevity, and the importance of whole-person care.
How to Find Dr. Esra Shermadou,MD
Website: https://www.drshermadou.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/esra.shermadou
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/drshermadou
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dresrasgottheiron
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@dresrashermadou
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