In this episode of The Kind Revolution Podcast, Dr. Georgine Nanos sits down with Kelly Sales, PA-C, Associate Medical Director at Kind Health Group, to break down what family medicine actually is, why it's the backbone of longevity medicine (before longevity was even trendy), and why every single person needs a primary care physician—especially now.

This isn't your typical medical specialty conversation. Dr. Nanos and Kelly get real about what happens when you don't have someone coordinating your care: the woman treated for depression when she actually needed hormone therapy, the patient bouncing between specialists with no one connecting the dots, the friend diagnosed with stage 4 cancer with no one to help navigate the terrifying healthcare system.

This conversation strips away the confusion about who does what in healthcare and makes the case for why primary care isn't optional—it's foundational.

TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Introduction: Why we're talking about family medicine02:00 - What family medicine actually is (and why you need it)03:49 - Cradle-to-grave care: treating the entire human lifespan04:46 - The privilege of seeing generations of families06:02 - Family doctors as mental health specialists (80-90% of care)07:33 - The mind-body connection: mental health affects cardiovascular health09:15 - When physical symptoms are actually mental health (and vice versa)11:28 - Why you need a central hub coordinating your care12:42 - The woman misdiagnosed with depression (when it was hormones)13:18 - Navigating the broken healthcare system during crisis15:07 - Being part of your patient's support system16:47 - Family medicine IS longevity medicine (before it was trendy)17:37 - Game-changing tools: GLP-1s and Galleri tests18:43 - Final thoughts: why everyone needs a family medicine doctor

ABOUT KELLY SALES, PA-C:Associate Medical Director at Kind Health Group. Board-certified physician assistant specializing in family medicine, preventive care, mental health integration, and comprehensive wellness. Passionate about the continuity of care that allows providers to support patients through life's best and worst moments.

ABOUT DR. GEORGINE NANOS, MD MPH:Board-certified family medicine physician and founder of Kind Health Group. Pioneer in integrative primary care combining traditional family medicine with cutting-edge treatments like TMS therapy, hormone optimization, and longevity medicine. Advocate for comprehensive care that treats the whole person across their entire lifespan.

KIND HEALTH GROUP📍 North County San Diego, California (3 blocks from the ocean)🌍 Serving patients worldwide via telemedicine🏥 Concierge family medicine, TMS therapy, hormone optimization, comprehensive wellness📞 Where you get a doctor who actually knows your story and coordinates everything🌐 kindhealthgroup.com

This conversation is a reminder that before biohacking and longevity medicine became trendy, family doctors were already doing the work—prevention, optimization, whole-person care. Now we just have better tools.

SHARE THIS VIDEO: Essential viewing for anyone who's been putting off finding a primary care doctor or doesn't understand why they need one.

This content is educational. Consult qualified healthcare providers for personalized medical advice.

In this episode of The Kind Revolution Podcast, Dr. Georgine Nanos sits down with Dr. Christie Prendergast, a board-certified plastic surgeon who took an unconventional path from general surgery at UC San Diego to the high-stakes world of Beverly Hills aesthetics—only to realize the entire industry was missing the point.

This conversation gets real about what Dr. Christie calls Beauty Matrix™—the intersection of brain health, hormones, regenerative medicine, and yes, strategic aesthetics. She breaks down why peptides aren't for everyone (despite the hype), how TMS therapy reversed cognitive decline in a 70-year-old patient, and why the Beverly Hills transactional medicine model disgusts her.

They discuss the synergy between TMS therapy and peptides, why foundational work matters more than expensive interventions, and how brain resilience might be more important than any injectable. Dr. Christie shares her vision for democratizing personalized medicine and making longevity accessible beyond Beverly Hills zip codes.

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - Introduction: Meet Dr. Christie Prendergast

00:36 - The non-traditional path to medicine

04:00 - Falling in love with surgery (holding hearts and delivering babies)

06:30 - Why breast cancer reconstruction changed everything

08:45 - The aging revelation: when same treatments produce different results

11:20 - Moving to Beverly Hills and seeing the industry's dark side

14:15 - What Dr. Christie hates about transactional aesthetics

17:30 - The Beauty Matrix™ philosophy explained

20:45 - Why plastic surgery alone doesn't address aging

24:10 - Hormones, chemotherapy, and accelerated aging

27:35 - Discovering TMS therapy for brain optimization

30:20 - How TMS reversed cognitive decline in a 70-year-old

33:15 - Brain resilience vs. brain disease: the wellness application

36:40 - The synergy between TMS, peptides, and personalized medicine

39:50 - Why foundational work matters more than expensive interventions

42:10 - The future: democratizing personalized medicine

43:00 - Dr. Christie's advice: don't be a victim of the hype

43:30 - How to find Dr. Christie and start your Beauty Matrix™ journey

Perfect for anyone frustrated with surface-level aesthetic treatments, curious about the connection between brain health and aging, interested in personalized longevity medicine, tired of transactional doctor relationships, or seeking a strategic approach to aging that addresses root causes.

ABOUT DR. CHRISTIE PRENDERGAST:

Dr. Christie Prendergast is a double-board certified plastic surgeon and precision medicine specialist redefining the intersection of health, beauty, and longevity through highly personalized, patient-centered care. Her approach focuses on optimization, maintenance, and disease prevention—blending aesthetic artistry with scientific precision.

West Hollywood, California

📱 Instagram: @doctor.christie

🌐 Website: drchristiela.com

ABOUT DR. GEORGINE NANOS:Board-certified physician and founder of Kind Health Group. Pioneer in integrative medicine combining primary care with cutting-edge treatments like TMS therapy for brain optimization, hormone balance, and comprehensive wellness. Advocate for treating root causes and building true patient partnerships.

KIND HEALTH GROUP

📍 North County San Diego, California (3 blocks from the ocean)

🌍 Serving patients worldwide via telemedicine

📞 Where doctors actually have time to understand the whole you

🌐 kindhealthgroup.com

This conversation proves that aging gracefully isn't about chasing trends—it's about understanding your biology and working with a physician who treats you like a partner, not a transaction.

SHARE THIS VIDEO: Essential viewing for anyone who's ever walked out of an aesthetic consultation feeling like a dollar sign instead of a person.This content is educational. Consult qualified healthcare providers for personalized medical advice.

In this enlightening conversation, Dr. Georgine Nanos and Dr. Melinda Silva delve into the critical topics of women's health, hormone balance, and the evolving understanding of aging. They discuss the recent FDA changes regarding hormone therapy, the systemic issues in women's healthcare, and the importance of informed choices. Dr. Silva shares her personal journey from traditional medicine to hormone therapy, emphasizing the need for comprehensive care and the significance of balancing hormones. The discussion also highlights the empowerment of women in midlife, the role of strength training, and the importance of self-recognition and support among women.

Takeaways

The FDA's recent changes validate the importance of hormone therapy.

Women often face systemic sexism in healthcare, leading to dismissive treatment of their symptoms.

Hormonal changes in women can significantly impact their mental and physical health.

Bioidentical hormones are derived from plants and are designed to mimic natural hormones.

Comprehensive lab work is essential for effective hormone therapy.

Women should be empowered to make informed choices about their health.

Strength training can greatly enhance physical and emotional resilience in midlife.

The importance of balancing estrogen and progesterone for overall health.

Women should not feel intimidated by others' beauty; empowerment comes from within.

Aging should be viewed as an evolution, not a decline.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Women's Health and Hormone Balance

06:00 Personal Journey: From Traditional Medicine to Hormone Therapy

12:06 Systemic Issues in Women's Health Research

17:55 Navigating the Landscape of Menopause Specialists

23:14 The Importance of Medical Expertise in Patient Care

30:17 Navigating Menopause and Hormonal Balance

36:02 Strength Training and Longevity in Midlife

45:07 Empowerment and Self-Belief for Women