In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, Dr. Larry Palevsky gives us one-cent solutions to life’s $64,000 questions that include:
- What historical shifts in medical education and pharmaceutical influence continue to shape the way conventional medicine is practiced today?
- How can a root-cause approach help address chronic illness, especially when it comes to pediatric health?
- In what ways might suppressing symptoms actually hinder the body’s natural healing process?
- How can parents play a more active role in supporting their children's health through diet, environment, and acute care choices?
Who is Dr. Larry Palevsky?
Dr. Larry Palevsky is a New York State licensed pediatrician specializing in holistic and integrative approaches to children's health. A graduate of NYU School of Medicine, he completed his pediatric residency at The Mount Sinai Hospital and a fellowship at Bellevue Hospital. With decades of clinical experience across emergency, intensive care, and private practice, Dr. Palevsky blends conventional medicine with holistic strategies to support pediatric wellness.
In his current practice, he offers well-child visits, consultations, and educational programs focused on preventive health, nutrition, mindful parenting, and alternative treatments for both acute and chronic conditions. As a recognized educator and speaker, he teaches holistic pediatric care to families and healthcare professionals worldwide.
What did Dr. Larry and Dr. Scott discuss?
00:00 Welcome to the Smarter Not Harder Podcast
01:34 Guest Introduction: Dr. Larry Palevsky
03:03 From ER to Integrative Medicine
06:55 Antibiotic Loop and Questioning the System
11:02 What Happened to Western Medicine?
13:00 The Flexner Report and the Pharmaceutical Shift
16:15 Evidence-Based Medicine and Its Shortcomings
21:40 The Rise of Protocols and Loss of Clinical Curiosity
28:22 Root Cause Medicine in Practice
31:55 How the Nervous System Facilitates Healing
36:30 Why Suppressing Symptoms Can Lead to Chronic Illness
40:01 Teaching Parents to Rethink Acute Illness
46:20 What Diet Has to Do with Pediatric Health
52:00 Addressing the Role of Environment and Inputs
58:30 Food Sensitivities, Allergies, and Behavior
01:04:00 Empowering Parents as Healers
01:06:27 3 Ways to Live Smarter, Not Harder
Find more from Dr. Larry Palevsky:
Website: https://drpalevsky.com
Northport Wellness Center: https://northportwellnesscenter.com/practitioner/lawrence-palevsky
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.palevsky/
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