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July 17, 2025 55 mins

The Vagina Doctor Podcast

Hosted by Duncan Turner MD & Karen Spaulding

Transformative Medicine: Dr. Patel on Compounding Pharmacy, HRT, and Glutathione.

In this episode of the Vagina Doctor Podcast, Dr. Patel shares his journey from graduating top of his class at USC to founding Central Drugs Compounding Pharmacy in 1999. With a focus on hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for both men and women, Dr. Patel also delves into his research and development of a topical glutathione product that offers significant anti-aging benefits. He discusses the challenges of the compounding pharmacy industry, from maintaining safety standards to innovating new treatments.

Additionally, there's an in-depth conversation about the complex relationship between doctors and pharmacists, and how they can work together to provide optimum patient care. Dr. Patel also debunks common myths around topical medications and shares insights into his latest advancements. Finally, a lively discussion about the future of compounding pharmacies and the importance of patient compliance wraps up the session.

00:00 Welcome to the Vagina Doctor Podcast

00:53 Dr. Patel's Journey: From USC to Compounding Pharmacy

01:37 The Birth of Customized Medicine

03:20 Hormone Replacement Therapy: A New Frontier

07:26 Challenges and Triumphs in HRT

09:53 The Glutathione Revolution

13:51 Innovations in Glutathione Delivery18:28 Measuring the Impact of Glutathione

24:51 Prescribing Glutathione: Practical Insights

25:49 Medication for MS and Glutathione

27:19 Glutathione Injections and Supplementation

31:24 Challenges in Compounding Pharmacies

36:16 The Role of Pharmacists in Patient Care

39:29 Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy

49:35 Success Stories and Innovative Treatments

53:55 Conclusion and Contact Information

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