A conversation that starts with one set of “normal” labs and quickly turns into a deeper question: what does “healthy” mean? In this week’s episode, Lauren Colletti walks through how she evaluates patients beyond standard ranges, why so few people are truly metabolically healthy, and how tools like peptides, continuous glucose monitoring, and advanced labs are being used in practice today. The episode moves between clinical reasoning and real-world experimentation, including what changed when Lucas became the patient. 04:30 Why “normal” labs may not mean optimal health 04:54 Only 12% of people are metabolically healthy 06:44 What peptides are and how they work 10:32 Curiosity, self-experimentation, and patient empowerment 17:08 Case breakdown: labs, symptoms, and treatment plan 23:12 Immediate changes in sleep, recovery, and performance 28:35 What technology can’t replace: human connection in care 33:15 Is ChatGPT your new doctor? 46:00 Innovation, risk, and pushing beyond traditional models 55:00 Lauren’s clinic and Soul Women initiative Who Should Listen Physicians, clinicians, and healthcare professionals who are thinking about prevention, metabolic health, or integrating newer tools into patient care. About Lauren Colletti Lauren Colletti is a board-certified Nurse Practitioner in functional medicine and anti-aging medicine. She has been working in the space for about 15 years, focusing on identifying root causes of health issues and integrating advanced testing and therapies into patient care. She is the co-founder of Alive and Well, a clinic with multiple locations, and the founder of Sol Women, a program focused on helping women navigate midlife through functional medicine, coaching, and community. Connect with Lauren 💼 LinkedIn: Lauren Colletti 📲 Instagram: @laurencolletti_fnp Follow Life of Flow 📲 Instagram: @LifeofFlowPodcast 👍 Facebook: Life of Flow Podcast 💼 LinkedIn: Life of Flow Podcast 🐦 X: @VascularPodcast If this episode changed how you think about prevention, metabolic health, and what it means to optimize your own physiology as a clinician, share it with a colleague who’s navigating the same questions. And if you’re enjoying Life of Flow, a quick review helps other physicians find conversations like this.

In this week's episode, we sit down with Timotej Vitez, who leads business development and the US market at MESI Medical, to explore what it looks like to simplify care at the point of practice. The conversation moves from the origin of a one-minute automated ABI device to a broader vision of integrating multiple diagnostics into a single workflow, reducing the time clinicians spend on administrative tasks. We also get into what it takes to scale a medical company across different healthcare systems, and why even strong tools only matter if they fit into how medicine is practiced day to day. This episode focuses on how integrated diagnostics and automation can simplify clinical workflows, reduce administrative burden, and support better decision-making in real-world practice. 02:10 The origin of automated ABI and how MESI started 07:32 Bringing arterial assessment into primary care 09:42 The idea of a one-surgeon clinic and automation in practice 12:16 Integrated diagnostics and combining multiple tests into one device 15:23 Expanding access to care through mobile and home-based solutions 17:10 The problem with referrals and delays in decision-making 23:37 Lessons from expanding across different healthcare markets 30:35 Building a global vision for integrated diagnostics in every clinic Who Should Listen Physicians, MedTech founders, and operators building or scaling healthcare solutions, especially those focused on workflow, diagnostics, and clinical efficiency. About Timotej Vitez Timotej Vitez is responsible for business development and leading the US market at MESI Medical. He has been part of the MESI story for the last 7 years, being responsible for various European markets, and for the last 6 years, also the growth of the US market. He has led the global sales operations team and handled many different aspects of sales, from key account management, business development, sales process, compliance in the sales department, and helped form operations in MESI branch offices in Europe. In 2025, he spent 3 months in the US, located in Denver, Colorado, and travelled across the country to onboard and train regional sales representatives, a new national sales manager for the US, located in Arizona, and a customer success manager located in North Carolina. Connect with Timotej 💼 LinkedIn: Timotej Vitez About MESI Medical MESI is a European manufacturer of integrated diagnostic solutions focused on simplifying how clinicians assess patients in everyday practice. Its technology is designed to help healthcare professionals detect and manage chronic conditions more efficiently, while reducing the complexity of clinical workflows. The company is a European market leader in arterial assessment, with a focus on enabling earlier detection of peripheral arterial disease through fast, automated testing. MESI entered the US market in 2017 as an OEM provider, followed by a direct launch of its one-minute automated ABI device, MESI ABPI MD. This was later expanded with the introduction of the MESI mTABLET platform, including ABI, TBI, and ECG modules, with additional modules such as SPIRO and VITALS continuing to expand the portfolio. Today, MESI supports healthcare professionals across wound care, cardiology, and primary care settings throughout the US. Learn more about MESI 🌐 Website: mesimedical.com/ Follow Life of Flow 📲 Instagram: @LifeofFlowPodcast 👍 Facebook: Life of Flow Podcast 💼 LinkedIn: Life of Flow Podcast 🐦 X: @VascularPodcast If this episode changed how you think about workflow, diagnostics, and the role of automation in everyday practice, share it with a colleague who’s navigating these same challenges. And if you’re enjoying Life of Flow, a quick review helps other physicians find conversations like this.

In this episode of Life of Flow, we sit down with transformational coach, founder, and musician Jenna Phillips Ballard for a conversation that moves far beyond the usual medical discussions. Jenna shares how her path from celebrity fitness coach in Los Angeles to emotional intelligence training and leadership development reshaped the way she sees purpose, identity, and personal responsibility. The conversation explores why more people seem to be questioning the systems they operate inside, what happens when high-performing professionals begin confronting their own internal conflicts, and why doctors and leaders alike may eventually face moments that force them to reevaluate who they really are and what they’re here to do. 02:33 Jenna’s early career in fitness and discovering her purpose to motivate people 14:20 Self-doubt, proving yourself, and navigating male-dominated professional environments 16:07 Leaving a career path and stepping into transformational training and personal development 21:30 Internal conflict and how personal work influences the broader world 26:28 The idea that human awareness and consciousness are expanding 30:13 Creativity, purpose, and questioning the identity we build around our professions 29:00 Following curiosity and small actions that lead people toward change 29:37 Why doctors may experience their own awakening about purpose and the systems they work within 41:02 Real-Life Lesson: Jenna survived a coma at 17 Who Should Listen Physicians, surgeons, and healthcare professionals navigating burnout, identity shifts, or questions about purpose, along with leaders interested in emotional intelligence, personal development, and transformational coaching. About Jenna Phillips Ballard Jenna Phillips Ballard is a visionary leader, transformational coach, artist, and founder of I•▲M, a global movement dedicated to helping people embody their highest selves and live in alignment with purpose, prosperity, and love. She began her career in 2006 as a certified personal trainer and mindset coach, working with A-list clients including Ben Stiller, Blink-182, and Saudi Arabian royalty. Quickly becoming one of Los Angeles’s most sought-after fitness experts, she was featured on Dr. Phil, The Doctors, KTLA, and Good Morning LaLa Land, with editorial spotlights in Harper’s Bazaar, Lucky, Allure, and Madame Figaro. In 2011, Jenna discovered emotional intelligence and somatic healing, igniting a deeper mission to awaken the leaders of the new era. She immersed herself in leadership trainings and transformational coaching, helping top executives and influencers access their highest potential and create legacies rooted in integrity and impact. In 2016, Jenna and her husband, Brad Ballard, co-founded Ascension Leadership Academy (ALA), a premier emotional intelligence training company that has transformed thousands of lives, helped businesses 10x their growth, and raised over $4MM for charity. Now based in Austin, Jenna continues to mentor high-level leaders, founders, and creators while expanding her I•▲M ecosystem, which includes her transformational book I•▲M Her Now, the ADMIT IT podcast, her signature affirmation deck, and a line of intentional lifestyle products. In 2024, Jenna stepped into a lifelong dream and launched her career as a recording artist. Through her pop-EDM fusion of coaching and music, she brings empowerment to every beat, proving that it’s never too late to say yes to your biggest calling. Her proudest title, however, is boy mom to Jax and Jett, raising the next generation of conscious, heart-centered men. Connect with Jenna 📲 Instagram: jennaphillipsballard 🎵 Spotify: Jenna Phillips Ballard 🔗 Website: jennaphillipsballard.com Follow Life of Flow 📲 Instagram: @LifeofFlowPodcast 👍 Facebook: Life of Flow Podcast 💼 LinkedIn: Life of Flow Podcast 🐦 X: @VascularPodcast If this conversation made you reflect on how purpose, identity, and personal responsibility shape the way we show up as physicians and leaders, share it with a colleague who might be navigating similar questions. A quick review also helps more people discover conversations like this.