Lunch and Learn with Dr. Berry

💬 "When you are on the same plane as your doctor, you can tell your doctor things and your doctor can tell you things… But if there’s a misalignment going on, your doctor says one thing and you’ll say another thing, and you guys never meet in the middle. And that's how that doctor becomes the villain."

⚡ In this episode, I’m addressing the misconceptions surrounding the doctor-patient relationship and why doctors are often unfairl...

💬 “Little did you know, there are some things that your doctor does not want to tell you—and that’s why you left that doctor’s appointment without getting that key question answered.”

⚡In this episode, I highlight the critical questions you often forget to ask during your doctor visit and reveal what information your healthcare provider “accidentally or likely purposely” does not tell you. 66% of adults walk out of their doctor's ...

💬 “If for five seconds, you were able to open your eyes but couldn't move the rest of your body, you'd be scared. That would probably be the longest five seconds of your life, if that’s what you were waking up to unexpectedly.”

⚡In this episode, I talk about the terrifying experience of sleep paralysis—a condition that affects 8-10% of the population and can leave you feeling helpless and frightened. I also uncover the science beh...

💬 “Health technology is going to be one of the biggest disruptors in the next decade… If you think you are too smart to be replaced by AI, you’re already in trouble.”

⚡In this episode, I discuss the transformative impact of digital health technology on the medical field. I also explore how advancements like AI and blockchain are set to disrupt traditional practices, improve patient care, and reduce administrative waste. With the g...

💬 “Just being Black in this medical field, in this medical system, puts you at a detriment. Medical racism isn’t in the past—it’s in our protocols.”

⚡In this episode, I talk about the long-standing issue of medical racism. Despite advancements in technology and medicine, race-specific assumptions continue to influence treatment decisions and outcomes for Black patients. So, join me as I explore the statistics, share personal exper...

💬 “Nearly one in five black adults in this country has a mental health illness, but only 1/3 of them are actually receiving any type of treatment for it.”

⚡In this episode, I talk about the mental health crisis affecting Black America. With alarming statistics revealing that nearly one in five Black adults experience mental health issues, yet only a fraction receives adequate care, I cover why mental health struggles are overlooke...

💬 “Out of the 22 million people in this country who have sleep apnea, 80% of them don’t even know it.”

⚡In this episode, I talk about the often-overlooked condition of sleep apnea as I reveal how many people are living with it unknowingly and discuss practical ways you can identify potential symptoms without undergoing a sleep study test. So if you or someone you know suspects you have it, then this episode is for you.

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💬 “I'm not here to prove whether vaccines work or not. The proof is in the pudding. At this point, you've got to show me the data that says it didn't work. And I can assure you, don't waste your time. You're not going to show me any data—because nothing's there.”

⚡In this episode, I’m diving into the resurgence of COVID-19 with a focus on the NB1.8.1 variant. As summer approaches and travel increases, it’s crucial to understand th...

💬 “I'm not here to prove whether vaccines work or not. The proof is in the pudding. At this point, you've got to show me the data that says it didn't work. And I can assure you, don't waste your time. You're not going to show me any data—because nothing's there.”

⚡In this episode, I’m diving into the resurgence of COVID-19 with a focus on the NB1.8.1 variant. As summer approaches and travel increases, it’s crucial to understand th...

💬 “People are going to die when they lose their healthcare. People are going to die when they can’t see the doctor. People are going to die when they lose the protections that were a benefit to them—maternal care, mental health… they’re going to die.”

⚡ In this episode of Medicine Mondays, I dive into the devastating realities of the new legislation that threatens to gut Medicaid, chip away at the Affordable Care Act, and cut vita...

💬 “I don’t think the system is broken. The system is working exactly how it was built. It was built to be biased against Black folks. It was built to be biased against women… So, what do you think that system is going to be doing to people who happen to be Black women who fall into both groups?”

⚡In this episode, I address how detrimental this healthcare system has been for Black women, highlighting the systemic biases that lead t...

💬 “I know that you are doing the best that you can, but for our patients out there, it is not enough and we have to do more.”

⚡In this episode, I talk about the alarming statistics surrounding patient mistrust in doctors as I explore the reasons behind this crisis and discuss actionable steps we can do as physicians to rebuild that trust. With over half of Americans expressing skepticism towards their healthcare providers, it’s ti...

💬 “AI is coming… It’s going to be sooner rather than later that this becomes commonplace. And if you are a doctor, nurse practitioner, physician assistant, somewhere in healthcare where your job is getting a little robotic in nature, you better decide if you’re okay with AI replacing you. And if you are, start thinking about retirement destination. But if you aren’t, start thinking about what you can do to maximize your potential ...

💬 “Make sure that your politicians are taking care of you—that your politicians have you in mind when they’re making their decisions and when they’re doing their votes. Because it takes the right person to have an Affordable Care Act and the wrong person to have no insurance.”

⚡In this episode, I talk about the surprising ways politics influences your healthcare decisions, from medication availability to insurance coverage, and wh...

💬 “I used to be there. I dealt with chronic stress-related issues and didn’t really have the best morning routine. And it wasn’t until I had a morning routine and I had almost like a ritual process of how I do things that I see that, wow, when I do things and have more energy in the morning, I just have a better day throughout the day.”

⚡In this episode, I talk about the 10 simple morning habits that can transform your day by help...

💬 “The greatest barrier to entry is the cost of healthcare in the U.S… but that should never be a barrier to safety, security, and medical provision... It should not ever be the case that because you can’t afford it, you can’t be kept well. A state of wellness should not come down to your income."

⚡In this episode, I sit with Adam Walker, a seasoned expert in clinical research and data collection, to explore the transformative rol...

💬 “Our vaccine hesitancy has gotten so bad that it’s now considered a top 10 global health threat by the World Health Organization.”

⚡Do you know someone who is still unvaccinated or anti-vaxx in 2025? For some complex reasons, in 2024, so many people remain hesitant about vaccines despite the fact that there’s plenty of scientific evidence proving their safety and effectiveness. And no, it’s not just about COVID vaccines—we’re ta...

💬 “As a scientist, as a physician, and as a public health professional, my job is to make sure that you don’t believe what’s not true.”

⚡ In this episode, I’ll talk about the ongoing debate surrounding fluoride in drinking water, because despite decades of research supporting its safety and effectiveness, the gap between what science says and what the public believes is getting wider and wider. To make matters worse, we now have p...

💬 “You don’t have to be a hospital administrator or be a supplier to fight for your right. You do have the right to fight for the best prices.”

⚡ Have you ever wondered why your medical bills keep rising even for routine care? In this episode, I’ll help you understand the answer as I uncover how international trade policies and tariffs directly impact the cost of your healthcare. Not too many people realize this, but if you want t...