In this episode of The Patient Physician, hosts Paul Smith and Chris Fullbright are joined by Dr. Michelle Sexton, ND, a Texas native now practicing medicine in San Diego, CA. Dr. Sexton's expertise lies in the endocannabinoid system and holistic medicine, focusing on mind-body healing. The conversation delves into her background in midwifery and naturopathic medicine, the nuances of the endocannabinoid system, and the challenges faced by naturopathic doctors in the conventional healthcare landscape. They discuss the importance of addressing sleep, trauma, and the patient-doctor relationship in delivering comprehensive care. Dr. Sexton also shares her experiences integrating natural medicine into conventional systems and the significant role of patient-reported outcomes in improving quality of life.
In this episode of The Patient Physician, hosts Paul Smith and Chris Fullbright are joined by Dr. Michelle Sexton, ND, a Texas native now practicing medicine in San Diego, CA. Dr. Sexton's expertise lies in the endocannabinoid system and holistic medicine, focusing on mind-body healing. The conversation delves into her background in midwifery and naturopathic medicine, the nuances of the endocannabinoid system, and the challenges faced by naturopathic doctors in the conventional healthcare landscape. They discuss the importance of addressing sleep, trauma, and the patient-doctor relationship in delivering comprehensive care. Dr. Sexton also shares her experiences integrating natural medicine into conventional systems and the significant role of patient-reported outcomes in improving quality of life.
MEET OUR GUEST: Dr. Michelle Sexton, ND | @dr.michellesexton | ecsdoctor.com
Dr. Sexton is the author of "Eat, Sleep, Relax, Protect, Forget: An Endocannabinoid (ECS) Guide to Systems Wholeness for Women"
Dr. Michelle Sexton, ND, is an Assistant Adjunct Professor in the University of California, San Diego Department of Anesthesiology. She is a physician/scientist with extensive clinical experience and basic, translational, and clinical research experience. Dr. Sexton's clinical research and work focus on body/mind healing. Having studied cannabinoid pharmacology for 6 years at the University of Washington, she has been helping her patients fine-tune their Endocannabinoid Systems since 2008.
TIME STAMPS:
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:21 Dr. Michelle Sexton's Background
01:40 Understanding the Endocannabinoid System
03:46 Naturopathic Medicine vs. Traditional Medicine
06:57 Challenges and Growth in Naturopathic Medicine
10:46 The Importance of Patient-Physician Relationship
17:37 The Critical Role of Sleep in Health
21:25 Training Differences: Naturopathic vs. Traditional Medicine
26:22 Fear of Obsolescence in Medicine
27:05 Fragmentation of Medical Care
29:12 The Role of Naturopathic Doctors
31:37 Challenges in Patient Care
32:39 Integrative Medicine and Business Models
35:08 Addressing Adverse Childhood Experiences
39:15 Building Trust with Patients
45:02 Keys to Whole Body Wellness
46:49 Future Plans and Reflections
48:17 The Patient Physician Concept