The Magic Of Doctor And Health Coach Collaboration | Dr. Monisha Bhanote on Health Coach Talk

Dr. Monisha Bhanote was interviewed on Health Coach Talk, hosted by Dr. Sandi Scheinbaum. In this episode, they discuss the vital role of health coaches in integrative medicine and how they bridge the gap between complex medical care and patient understanding. Dr. Bhanote, quintuple board-certified in fields including integrative and culinary medicine, offers her insights on collaborative healthcare and the future of patient care.

You can listen to the full episode here or in your favorite podcast player.

In This Episode, We Cover:

1. The Anatomy of Wellbeing and Integrative Medicine

Dr. Monisha Bhanote, a quintuple board-certified physician, author, and integrative medicine expert, shared her journey into functional, integrative, and culinary medicine. Her book, The Anatomy of Wellbeing, aims to educate people about the fundamentals of optimal health, combining her extensive knowledge of human anatomy with practical tools for everyday life. She emphasized that understanding the body’s intricate connection between the organs, tissues, and mind is essential for achieving holistic health.

Dr. Bhanote explained, “I wanted to create something that combined the science of how the human body works with actionable strategies for people to improve their health. You can’t just focus on one organ or one problem in isolation. Everything is interconnected.”
This perspective is foundational in her approach to patient care and health coaching, emphasizing that health must be viewed as an integrated system.

2. Mind-Body Medicine and Neuroplasticity

Another critical concept discussed during the interview was mind-body medicine. Dr. Bhanote highlighted how her book hit bestseller status in this category, underscoring her focus on the mind’s powerful impact on physical health. She talked about neuroplasticity—the brain's ability to change and adapt through experience—and how essential it is for patients to understand that they can change their health outcomes by shifting their mindset and habits. Health coaches, in particular, play a crucial role in helping individuals overcome mental blocks, guiding them through the process of embracing personal growth and improved health.

3. The Role of Health Coaches in Integrative Healthcare

Dr. Sandi asked Dr. Bhanote about her views on the growing importance of health coaches. Dr. Bhanote emphasized that health coaches are instrumental in bridging the gap between doctors and patients. While doctors provide technical expertise and medical knowledge, health coaches simplify complex information and make it accessible for patients to understand and act upon.

"Many patients feel overwhelmed after a doctor’s visit," Dr. Bhanote noted. "They may nod along during the appointment but leave confused about what to do next. Health coaches are there to help clarify the information, support the patient’s journey, and hold them accountable for making necessary changes."

4. Building a Collaborative Healthcare Team

Dr. Bhanote highlighted the importance of teamwork in modern healthcare. In her practice, she collaborates with health coaches, energy workers, bodyworkers, and conventional doctors to create a comprehensive support system tailored to each patient’s specific needs. This team-based approach helps to deliver more personalized care while ensuring no aspect of the patient’s health is overlooked. Not only does this enhance patient care, but it also helps prevent physician burnout by delegating patient education and behavioral support to health coaches.


Listen to the Full Episode

Dr. Bhanote’s conversation on Health Coach Talk shines a spotlight on health coaches’ integral role in today’s healthcare system. As healthcare becomes more complex, patients need more than diagnosis and treatment—they need ongoing support and education, which health coaches provide. 

Listen to the full episode here or on your preferred podcast platform to learn more about how health coaching can transform patient care and integrative medicine.


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Monisha Bhanote, MD, FCAP, ABOIM, is one of the few quintuple board-certified physicians in the nation. She combines ancient wisdom with mind-body science to naturally bio-hack the human body through her expertise as a cytopathologist, functional culinary medicine specialist, and integrative lifestyle medicine doctor. Known as the Wellbeing Doctor, Dr. Bhanote has diagnosed over one million cancer cases, provides health programs at DrBhanote.com, and leads wellness workshops and retreats worldwide. Featured in Shape, Reader’s Digest, and Martha Stewart Living, Dr. Bhanote serves on several clinical advisory boards and is a go-to health and wellness expert for Healthline, Psych Central, and Medical News Today.

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