Beyond The O.R. With Dr. Brenner

Without the high-octane grit she cultivated as a professionally sponsored ski jumper starting at age 15, our guest on this episode of Beyond the O.R. could never have navigated the onslaught of illnesses that laid her low by the time she was 25. Athena Brownson shares with Co-hosts Dr. Kevin Brenner and Elizabeth Morales her journey from hair-raising half pipes on the slopes to the top of her game as a high-profile Denver-based realtor with Compass. “I always say skiing was the best business school I ever could have gone to,” say Athena. “Real estate and the competitive nature of it (mirrors) being an athlete and the basic principles of discipline and accountability.” The same can be said of battling back from the complex web of afflictions – Breast Implant Illness and Lyme Disease among them – that ultimately turned this dynamic young woman into a powerhouse realtor, protecting her homebuyers’ best interests while ensuring their dream homes are also healthy homes. Athena shares with us the toxins she watches out for as well as some of the strategies she has deployed in coming back from an array of autoimmune and related symptoms that would have sidelined Athena entirely were it not for her pro athlete’s determination to seek education and healing. Learn about what it means when “the body keeps the score” and how the work of advocates like our guest and co-hosts is improving women’s health, quality of life and environmental wellbeing.

Follow all things Athena @Instagram! Or find her at Compass real estate in Denver.

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We’re going deep into cutting-edge wellness on this episode of Beyond the O.R. as Dr. Kevin Brenner welcomes an entrepreneur at the forefront of genetic innovation. Kashif Khan, founder of The DNA Company, a two time TedX Speaker and a celebrity longevity coach, explains how longevity and – more importantly – quality of life are linked to understanding our very individualized operating systems. We’re finding out what genetic codes have to do with how we process mentally and physically, which in turn determines how our bodies respond to nutritional and environmental variables. By teasing out the specifics of our genomic profiles we can minimize disease, maximize vitality and combat aging. Kashif shares the personal medical journey that inspired his passion for DNA research and provides tips on what we can all be doing to reduce inflammation and increase prevention. Our unique genetic imprints may predispose us to long-term, chronic conditions like Alzheimer’s, diabetes and heart disease, but they can also reveal strategies to help mitigate against risk. Author of "The DNA Way: Unlock the Secrets of Your Genes to Reverse Disease, Slow Aging, and Achieve Optimal Wellness," Kashif lets us in on The DNA Company’s mission as well as the groundbreaking holistic solutions emerging weekly in biologics, supplementation, anti-inflammatory equipment and cellular regeneration. So join Dr. B and his co-host, Elizabeth Morales, at the forefront of the war against creeping medical decline and infirmity. Says Kashif: “You can’t stop aging. But you can stop the pace and increase quality of life!”

To learn more about and purchase “The DNA Way” or other books by Kashif, visit this link. Or click here to discover what genetic testing can do for you and your longevity.

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Fasten your seatbelt for an extraordinary interview long in the making when Dr. Kevin Brenner sits down with a Navy SEAL whose life experience is the stuff – quite literally – of high-profile drama. On this special two-part episode of Beyond the O.R., Mark Owen gives us a very personal look at the world of special forces he has chronicled in the New York Times bestselling book, "No Easy Day" as well as on "SEAL Team," the hit CBS show he co-executive produces. His remarkable 13 deployments – top secret, extraordinarily dangerous missions – were bookended by his entry into the Navy right after 9/11 and retirement from active duty following the capture of Osama Bin Laden. This very private, highly decorated former member of SEAL Team 6 offers an honest take on the controversy surrounding the publication of his book and the satisfaction he takes in supporting the big emotional transition fellow veterans face when returning to civilian life. Mark (who uses a pseudonym) has lived the life he first dreamed of as a kid in rural Alaska – and then some!
Stay tuned for Part II, which will take us even deeper into the stories behind the unparalleled history Mark and his fellow SEAL teammates have lived in the line of duty. “Every SEAL knows they’re going to go into combat and deal with SEAL stuff. That’s easy, the expected, the known,” says our guest in this rare, very intimate interview. “What’s harder is the unknown: dealing with family and your kids ... who unfortunately are not the priority while you’re trying to stay alive.”

Learn more about all Mark Owen’s writing, including his #1 New York Times Bestseller, “No Easy Day: The Autobiography of a Navy Seal: The Firsthand Account of the Mission That Killed Osama Bin Laden,” at this link.

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If you want the definition of commitment, try Googling the name “Nicholas C. Rowley.” As you’ll learn on this episode of Beyond the O.R. with Dr. B., this seismically successful trial lawyer is battling back injustice – particularly in the area of medical negligence – with a huge heart and intolerance for injustice. As he explains to Host Dr. Kevin Brenner, a sense of fairness was rooted deeply – and early – for Nick, whose childhood adversity ultimately groomed him for the life of dedication to righting wrongs that has defined his track record as a nationally recognized advocate, especially for working class people victimized by our health care system.

This intimate conversation covers the span of Nick’s fascinating trajectory, from delinquent student to a stint as a medic with the military to finding in law the perfect fit for his desire to do good and make meaningful change. He has worked to reform some of the most powerfully inequitable legislation as well as hold accountable some of the most powerfully damaging corporations out there, from coast to coast. You’ll come away from this conversation with Dr. B. with a deeper understanding of the civil rights associated with medical malpractice protections and why a citizen’s ability to seek full legal remedy is so important to safeguard.
This is a guest whose life story you won’t want to miss. Nick brings a unique perspective and speaks truth to power without hesitation. Join Dr. B. in learning what motivates this relentless crusader and how comforting – and defending – the afflicted is at the center of his life.
If you’d like to know more about Nick’s fascinating legal journey and perspective, click here to check out the book he co-authored with Steven Halteman, "Trial By Human." You can also learn more about what Trial Lawyers for Justice is all about, here’s a link to the website.
About Our Guest:
An Award Winning National Trial Lawyer, Nick has secured record-setting verdicts and settlements and billions of dollars in victories for real people and their families. Nick is a published author, national speaker, founder of Trial By Human, and dedicates his time and resources to protecting and advancing our justice systems in America.

From selling breast implants to becoming a global advocate for women suffering symptoms of Breast Implant Illness (BII), this key member of Host Dr. Kevin Brenner’s cosmetic surgery team is sharing her fascinating career trajectory on this episode of Beyond the O.R. Amanda Porta, who coordinates patient care with a human-centric and holistic approach, first came to Dr. B.’s practice as herself a sufferer in search of a cure. The daughter of a doctor, traditional western medicine was a given for Amanda – until BII inspired a quest that ultimately led her to educate herself about the world of holistic wellness. While breast implants work for many people, there is growing awareness about the significant population of women for whom the long-term effects can be crippling. Following her enormously successful explant surgery (an outcome shared by Co-Host Elizabeth Morales), Amanda joined Dr. B.’s practice, bringing a fresh slant to patient care and healing. The rights of women to be heard when they are suffering symptoms is central to this lively conversation, with everyone agreeing: If you don’t feel right, speak up. It’s your body! Dr. B. is at the forefront of integrative cosmetic surgery, partnering with Amanda to fulfill her commitment to breast health and women’s wellness in general. “I just want to do things better and believe we can improve in all of these areas,” says this go-getter fighting to inform women of their choices. You’ll come away from this episode with an understanding of BII’s impacts – and a desire to join this team in getting the word out!

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