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The Doc Lounge PodcastAuthor: Pacific Companies
Welcome to The Doc Lounge Podcast by Pacific Companies, your premier destination for compelling healthcare conversations with leading physicians and recruitment industry experts. Explore the latest trends and insights in healthcare with our series including Ask the Expert, Crazy Cases, Provider's Perspective, and Power of Partnerships. Whether you're a healthcare professional, a recruitment industry insider, or simply curious about the world of healthcare, The Doc Lounge is your gateway to informative and captivating discussions that are as enlightening as they are entertaining. Our podcast isn't just a platform for healthcare discussionsit's a thriving community where physicians, advanced practice providers (APPs), and medical residents convene to learn, share experiences, and offer support. Through our diverse series like Ask the Expert, Crazy Cases, and Provider's Perspective, we provide invaluable insights and expertise from industry leaders and seasoned practitioners. Whether you're an established physician seeking the latest advancements or a medical resident exploring different specialties, The Doc Lounge offers a treasure trove of knowledge and perspectives to guide your career journey. Beyond professional development, The Doc Lounge serves as a safe haven for physicians and APPs to address critical topics affecting their lives, including work-life balance, burnout, depression, and stress management. Our community fosters candid conversations, providing practical tips and strategies for maintaining mental and emotional well-being in demanding healthcare settings. By nurturing a supportive community where healthcare professionals can connect, learn, and thrive together, The Doc Lounge Podcast is dedicated to empowering physicians and APPs to excel in their careers while prioritizing their health and well-being. Step into the lounge and become part of a community that values your success and happiness. Join us today! Language: en Genres: Health & Fitness, Life Sciences, Medicine, Science Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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How Psychedelic Therapy Is Transforming PTSD & Depression | Dr. Will Van Derveer, MD
Monday, 26 January, 2026
In this powerful episode of The Doc Lounge Podcast, host Stacey Doyle sits down with Dr. Will Van Derveer, MD, pioneering psychiatrist and co-founder of the Integrative Psychiatry Institute, to explore the future of mental health care through integrative psychiatry and psychedelic-assisted therapy. Dr. Van Derveer shares his personal journey from traditional psychiatry to a root-cause-focused approach that looks beyond symptom management. He discusses his firsthand experience staffing clinical trials of MDMA-assisted therapy for treatment-resistant PTSD, including remarkable outcomes showing long-term improvements for patients who had struggled for decades. The conversation dives into emerging breakthroughs in psychedelic medicine, including psilocybin therapy for depression, trauma-informed care, and how these tools are reshaping patient outcomes and long-term healing. Dr. Van Derveer also explains why addressing unresolved trauma, inflammation, gut health, and environmental factors is critical to sustainable mental health recovery. You’ll also hear about his mission to train 10,000 clinicians by 2028, expanding access to innovative care models through education and provider empowerment. Plus, Dr. Van Derveer shares insights from his new book, Psychedelic Therapy, which offers a practical and compassionate guide for patients and families navigating this revolutionary treatment landscape. Get Dr. Van Derveer’s Book Here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FYLS9KZ9?ref=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_K7RXZ9GBKE5HA70MQVTG_1&ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_K7RXZ9GBKE5HA70MQVTG_1&social_share=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_K7RXZ9GBKE5HA70MQVTG_1&bestFormat=true Whether you’re a clinician, healthcare leader, or someone passionate about the future of mental health care, this episode offers insight, hope, and a bold vision for what’s next. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode to help spread awareness about innovative mental health solutions.
