Thriving, Not Just Surviving: A Journey into Longevity Medicine | Dr. Poonam Desai

The Resilience Factor · Jan 8, 2026 · 43m

In this episode, Dr. Pamela Mehta is joined by Dr. Poonam Desai, a double board-certified physician and founder of Longevity Place. After a decade saving lives in the ER at Weill Cornell, Dr. Desai pivoted to focus on helping patients not just survive, but thrive through precision diagnostics, hormone optimization, and cutting-edge longevity therapies. They dive into her journey from emergency medicine to preventative health, exploring personalized wellness, nutrition, exercise, and the future of longevity medicine.

Key Topics:

1. The Shift from Emergency Medicine to Longevity

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