Ancient herbs. Acupuncture. Thousands of years of observation now meeting modern clinical evidence.

Traditional Chinese Medicine has been practiced for millennia — but how does it translate into modern patient care? In this episode, Dr. Ryan Cole, IMA Senior Fellow, speaks with Dr. Kristina Carman, IMA Senior Fellow, Nutritional and Holistic Health, and Dr. Adylle Varon, IMA Senior Fellow, Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, about integrating TCM principles into contemporary functional and holistic practice.

The discussion explores how thoughtful integration can expand a clinician’s toolkit while remaining patient-centered and evidence-informed.

They cover:

• What Traditional Chinese Medicine really is — and what it is not

• The TCM diagnostic approach and how it differs from conventional models

• Targeted herbal support for hormones, thyroid health, stress, and gut health

• Practical clinical application examples

• Why integrating TCM with functional medicine may enhance patient outcomes

This episode offers practical insight into how ancient wisdom continues to inform modern healthcare.

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About IMA (Formerly FLCCC Alliance)

The Independent Medical Alliance™ is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization and coalition of physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals united by a mission to restore trust and transparency in healthcare. The organization’s mission is one driven by Honest Medicine™ that prioritizes patients above profits and emphasizes long-term wellness and disease prevention through empowerment of both physicians and their patients. With a focus on evidence-based medicine, informed consent, and systemic reform, IMA is driving a movement to create a more compassionate and effective healthcare system.

For more information about the Independent Medical Alliance, visit www.IMAhealth.org

States across the country have introduced legislation to restore medical choice, protect the doctor–patient relationship, and push back against one size fits all health mandates.

In this episode, Dr. Ryan Cole is joined by Leah Wilson, Esq., Executive Director and Co-founder of Stand for Health Freedom, and Leslie Manookian, President and Founder of the Health Freedom Defense Fund, to discuss the Medical Freedom Act Coalition.

The discussion covered:

• What the Medical Freedom Act Coalition is

• Which states introduced legislation during the 2026 session, and the status of each bill

• Why state level action is central to the fight for medical freedom

Also:

• Donate: https://imahealth.org/donate/

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• Webinar: https://imahealth.org/category/weekly-webinars/

• Treatment: https://imahealth.org/treatment-protocols/

• Medical Disclaimer: https://imahealth.org/about/terms-and-conditions/

About IMA (Formerly FLCCC Alliance)

The Independent Medical Alliance™ is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization and coalition of physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals united by a mission to restore trust and transparency in healthcare. The organization’s mission is one driven by Honest Medicine™ that prioritizes patients above profits and emphasizes long-term wellness and disease prevention through empowerment of both physicians and their patients. With a focus on evidence-based medicine, informed consent, and systemic reform, IMA is driving a movement to create a more compassionate and effective healthcare system.

For more information about the Independent Medical Alliance, visit www.IMAhealth.org

Peptides are increasingly part of conversations around healing, recovery, and chronic disease care — yet many patients and clinicians still have questions about what they are, how they work, and when they’re most appropriate.

In this episode, Dr. Kristina Carman, IMA Senior Fellow, leads a focused discussion with Dr. (JP) Yusuf Saleeby, IMA Senior Fellow in Functional and Integrative Medicine, and Dr. Daniel Bahnmiller, OBGYN and Medical Director, examining how peptides are being thoughtfully integrated into modern clinical practice.

Topics include:

• How peptides work as signaling molecules

• Clinical areas where peptides may offer meaningful benefit

• Patient selection and foundational health considerations

• Safety, ethics, and long-term thinking

• The evolving role of peptides in evidence-informed care

A clear, balanced conversation designed to inform, educate, and bring confidence to an evolving area of medicine.

Also:

• Donate: https://imahealth.org/donate/

• Follow: https://imahealth.org/contact/

• Webinar: https://imahealth.org/category/weekly-webinars/

• Treatment: https://imahealth.org/treatment-protocols/

• Medical Disclaimer: https://imahealth.org/about/terms-and-conditions/

About IMA (Formerly FLCCC Alliance)

The Independent Medical Alliance™ is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization and coalition of physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals united by a mission to restore trust and transparency in healthcare. The organization’s mission is one driven by Honest Medicine™ that prioritizes patients above profits and emphasizes long-term wellness and disease prevention through empowerment of both physicians and their patients. With a focus on evidence-based medicine, informed consent, and systemic reform, IMA is driving a movement to create a more compassionate and effective healthcare system.

For more information about the Independent Medical Alliance, visit www.IMAhealth.org