In this episode of the Healthspan Podcast, Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, MD, FACC, FASE sits down with concierge primary care physician Dr. Linda Eller, DO for a powerful conversation on how to restore and preserve health by shifting away from traditional, reactive medicine. Together, they explore what’s possible when doctors have time to truly understand their patients’ stories, how concierge care differs from corporate healthcare, and why proactive, personalized treatment plans can significantly impact long-term health and longevity. They also dive into hyperbaric oxygen and photobiomodulation therapy, what they are and their benefits.
Dr. Linda Eller is a board-certified primary care physician at Benessair Wellness in Paradise Valley, Arizona. Trained in both conventional and functional medicine, Dr. Eller blends integrative approaches with high-touch care to help patients live better and longer. Her work combines modern diagnostics with ancient wellness practices, including hyperbaric oxygen therapy, red light therapy, and lifestyle-based prevention strategies, all delivered in a state-of-the-art medical environment.
Key Time Stamps:
- 01:20 – Dr. Eller’s journey from CNA to primary care physician
- 03:13 – Discovering the power of shared decision-making with patients
- 05:50 – Why traditional primary care is broken
- 07:15 – Level of personal satisfaction with more focus on individual patients
- 08:15 – The benefits and tradeoffs of concierge care
- 12:12 – Functional medicine and finding the root cause of illness
- 14:35 – How to decide when to use evidence backed vs unconventional approaches
- 18:05 – The financial incentives that keep people sick
- 20:50 – Personalized care and the value of patient choice
- 26:10 – The fulfillment in concierge medicine vs the difficulty of traditional providers
- 24:40 – Mindset shifts around worth and pricing in concierge medicine
- 28:45 – Hyperbaric oxygen therapy and real-world patient results
- 34:25 – Photobiomodulation (red light therapy) for healing and inflammation
- 37:25 – Power of on-site physical therapy, training, and true integrative care
- 41:20 – What longevity really means in Dr. Eller’s practice
- 42:20 – Where to learn more about Dr. Eller and Benessair Wellness
This information is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Don't make any decisions about your medical treatment without first talking to your doctor.
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