Next Level Health Podcast
About the Show
The Next Level Health Podcast bridges the gap between traditional and integrative health through research-backed integrative approaches. Each episode explores the latest scientific studies and expert opinions, offering practical insights and actionable advice for optimizing health and well-being.
Hosted by Melinda Ring, MD, FACP, ABOIM, and featuring leading professionals in the field of integrative medicine, our podcast explores a wide range of topics ranging from nutrition to acupuncture to the latest mind-body therapies and herbal medicine.
Whether you're a healthcare provider, a student, a wellness enthusiast or someone seeking a deeper understanding of integrative practices, Next Level Health provides the knowledge and tools to help you make informed decisions. Join us as we uncover the synergy between conventional treatments and holistic therapies, empowering you to take a comprehensive approach to your wellness journey.
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Recent Episodes
More Than Hormones: Menopause & Women’s Sexual Health with Kelly Casperson, MD
Season 4, Episode 13 - November 11, 2026
Board-certified urologist, bestselling author and women's health advocate Casperson joins Melinda Ring, MD to challenge longstanding misconceptions about menopause, hormones and healthy aging. They explore the evolving ...
Health Claims Under the Microscope: A Scientist Explains with Nicolas Verhoeven, PhD
Season 4, Episode 12 - October 19, 2026
With health advice flooding our social media feeds, how can we tell what's backed by science and what's just hype? Melinda Ring, MD sits down with Nicholas Verhoeven, PhD, a molecular medicine researcher and creator of...
Can Dance Be Medicine? The Healing Power of Movement, Play & Connection with Geeta Maker-Clark, MD
Season 4, Episode 11 - Sept 28, 2026
Dr. Geeta Maker-Clark, integrative medicine physician and author of Medicine for All People, joins Dr. Melinda Ring to explore how movement, play and connection can become powerful forms of medicine. From the brain bene...
Bone to Be Strong: Rethinking Women’s Health and Longevity with Vonda Wright, MD
Season 4, Episode 10 - Sept 7, 2026
Vonda Wright, MD breaks down what happens to bone, muscle, joints and connective tissue during perimenopause and menopause, including the cluster of symptoms she has termed the “musculoskeletal syndrome of menopause.”
How to Reduce Toxins in Your Everyday Life (Without Becoming Obsessed) with Aly Cohen, MD
Season 4, Episode 9 - July 20, 2026
Environmental toxins may be part of modern life, but reducing your exposure doesn't have to be overwhelming. On this episode of "Next Level Health," Dr. Melinda Ring sits down with board-certified rheumatologist and envi...