About this episode
Dr. Joy Kong, a triple board-certified anti-aging physician and stem cell specialist, joins Melissa in this episode of The MADE Fitz Show. She shares her inspiring story, from her memoir "Tiger of Beijing," about overcoming obstacles, including rejection from the American embassy. Dr. Kong discusses how she became interested in stem cell therapy and anti-aging medicine. She explains that her initial fascination with various medical branches eventually led her to focus on regenerative medicine. Key points: Dr. Kong's memoir shares her personal story of resilience and determination. She is a leading expert in stem cell therapy and anti-aging medicine. Her work focuses on regenerative medicine and educating healthcare professionals and the public. The conversation sets the stage for exploring the benefits and impact of stem cell therapy and anti-aging medicine on health and wellness. https://joykongmd.com/ Melissa McAllister FNTP, FNC, RWP I wasn't always a health nut – in fact, I used to be a French Fries and Pepsi connoisseur! But after having my children, I realized the importance of properly caring for my body. That's when my love for fitness was born. Now, after years of training and supporting clients, I'm a Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, Functional Nutrition Coach, Restorative Wellness Practitioner, Therapeutic Fasting & Gut Health Expert, creator of the M.A.D.E. Diet program, and co-host of The Made Fitz Podcast. Let me help you take control of your health and achieve your best life. melissamadeonline.com themadediet.com travelingnutritionist.com Lauren Fitzgerald M.D. The anesthesiologist who broke up with conventional medicine. Of course, that's a very condensed version of how Dr. Lauren Fitz found – and quickly became a leader in – functional medicine. It was upon dealing with her own health challenges, and seeing that Western medicine continued to fail her, that she decided to explore a more holistic approach to healing. What she found ultimately saved her life – and turned her path in medicine in the right direction. Dr. Fitz moved to St. Charles, Illinois in 2020 and opened Larimar Med after months of renovation. Today, Dr. Fitz provides functional medicine care to patients in all 50 states through virtual and in-person visits. She also provides a revolutionary weight loss program, a menu of advanced body contouring services, and neurotoxin injections. larimarmed.com Thank you so much for listening to this episode! We are honored and excited to be on this journey toward personal growth, a healthy lifestyle, and a greater more confident you. We'd love to hear from you. So, please share this episode with anyone you think needs to hear this message and remember to rate, review and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts. We are Melissa McAllister & Dr. Lauren Fitzgerald. And until next time, thank you for being your own health advocate. xo, Melissa & Dr. Fitz