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Vietnam's Vinmec Central Park Hospital successfully performs the country's first pediatric robotic brain surgery for drug-resistant epilepsy, reducing seizures by 95%.  ●   Life has its fair share of challenges. Even the happiest moments of life — celebrating a new job or becoming a parent — can be difficult.  ●   Abuse of older people is far more common than most families realize. A recent World Health Organization fact sheet reports that one in six adults over 60 experienced abuse in community settings last year, while a staggering two out of three nursing-home staff admitted to committing abuse within the same period.  ●   A Texas mom accused of medical child abuse in an alleged Munchausen by proxy case will face no jail time after a decision by a grand jury not to indict her.  ●   Rep. Marjorie Taylor Green railed against high insurance costs, weeks after signing the Big, Beautiful Bill that will strip millions of their health insurance.  ●   Republican Sen. John Kennedy blamed a technical error for his sudden freeze during a live interview, which sparked rumors of health issues online.  ●   Nearly $10 million worth of contraceptives already paid for by the US are en route from Belgium to France for incineration.  ●   A lawsuit was settled for an undisclosed amount after a patient died during cataract surgery when medical staff silenced alarms to play a music bingo game.  ●   What exactly does "biologically active functional food" mean? Do products marketed under this label truly deliver? And why is Greespi being recognized as a prime example of this new category?  ●   An Idaho urologist's vasectomy procedure, marketed on TikTok, includes "tripping out" with virtual reality goggles & has women questioning their healthcare.  ●   Social media users are accusing White House officials of lying about President Donald Trump's physical exam after the 47th president was diagnosed with a vein condition which caused swelling in his legs.  ●   After speculation into a persistent hand bruise and swollen ankles, the White House announced President Trump was diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency.  ●   Trump announced that he has persuaded Coca-Cola to use cane sugar in Coke sold in the US, making the product more like the brand's popular Mexican import.  ●   A Texas surgeon whose criticism of UnitedHealthcare's coverage practices went viral is seeking support through GoFundMe after suffering from retaliation.  ●   Board Certified Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner Dani Conway's bioindividual nutrition model customizes macronutrient ratios, meal timing and lifestyle interventions based on unique metabolic needs as well as individual lab data.  ●   Trump called Rep. Alexandria OCasio-Cortez "low IQ," challenging her and Rep. Jasmine Crockett to IQ tests while touting his own cognitive screening results.  ●   While over 2 million women enter menopause annually, an estimated 8 to 10 million women experience severe symptoms for seven years or more due to the loss of estrogen, affecting their quality of life.  ●   A new poll suggests that the key to Republicans holding onto their razor-thin House majority may lie in embracing a democrat-passed policy.  ●   A documentary series criticizing the United States healthcare industry was removed from Amazon's video-streaming platforms earlier this year after it was denounced by UnitedHealth for allegedly being "defamatory".  ●   A new study reveals that the BrECADD chemotherapy regimen for Hodgkin's lymphoma preserves fertility far better than standard treatments—without reducing survival rates. Learn how this breakthrough is changing cancer care.  ●   Community health centers often serve people who would otherwise fall through the cracks. They act as a vital part of the health safety net in communities that lack access to high-end medical care.  ●   Bill Nye says he was forced to block HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. after being bombarded with texts pushing debunked claims that vaccines cause autism.  ●   A Peruvian man has been hospitalized for tuberculosis after being detained for weeks in an ICE detention center, according to a lawyer representing the man.  ●   Residents Medical and Brain Health USA launches a new ACGME-accredited psychiatry residency program in Los Angeles to address the growing national shortage of mental health providers  ●   Jay Bhaumik of Texas Star Pharmacy explores how startups are transforming pharmacies into a tech-driven, patient-centered industry focused on convenience, innovation, and impact.  ●  

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Leyla Gulen
Jake Collins
Leslie Schlachter
Leyla Gulen
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  • Leyla is an award-winning journalist and TV news anchor.
Jake Collins
PA-C
  • Jake has five years of experience as a PA and currently sees patients at Dr V Medical in Los Angeles, CA.
  • In addition to being a primary care provider, Jake is a social media influencer, content creator, and a dedicated member of the LGBTQ+ community who shares his experience and expertise with over 120,000 followers on TikTok and 91,000 followers on Instagram.
  • In 2023 and 2024, Jake shared his knowledge in partnership with CVS in a series of popular videos on TikTok on topics such as smoking cessation, vaccines, addressing common wounds, and OTC pain meds.
Leslie Schlachter
PA-C
  • Leslie has 16 years of experience as a PA in New York City and currently works at The Mount Sinai Hospital department of Neurosurgery, specializing in cerebrovascular and skull base surgery.
  • She manages patients in the outpatient office and inpatient setting as well as assists in surgery while also serving as clinical director and the chief PA overseeing over 100 Neuroscience NPs and PAs in The Mount Sinai Health System.
  • She is a member of the hospital credentialing committee and is host of the Mount Sinai Health System Podcast called “The Vitals”.
  • Leslie is also a successful social media influencer with the handle @BrainyLeslie which currently has over 31,000 followers on Instagram and 12,000 on TikTok, of which over 7,000 are NP, PA, and MD providers.