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Ron Kaiser, Ph.D., is a positive health psychologist, coach, author, podcaster, educator, consultant, and speaker. He has been in practice for more than five decades, including 25 years as Director of Psychology at the world-famous Jefferson Headache Center at Thomas Jefferson University. As an innovative thought leader in the field, he has developed the concepts of THE Mental Health GYM, GOAL-ACHIEVING PSYCHOTHERAPY (GAP), THE TYPE P PERSONALITY, and REJUVENAGING®.
His positive goal-oriented approach has influenced thousands of individuals over the years to overcome medical, psychological, and self- imposed limitations, and become better versions of themselves by following The Mental Health Gym’s philosophy and practices.
Dr. Kaiser’s ideas and approaches have been described in his books, WHAT CAN GO RIGHT? The Thinking Person’s Guide to Making Good Things Happen, THE MENTAL HEALTH GYM PLAYBOOK, and most recently, REJUVENAGING®: The Art and Science of Growing Older with Enthusiasm.
In recent years, a particular focus of Dr. Kaiser's work has been on REJUVENAGING® to enable those in life’s 2nd half-century to lead lifestyles in ways that are balanced, engaged, and physically and mentally healthy. He is passionate about promoting older adulthood as an age of Growth and not decline. He is known nationally and internationally for his webinars, courses, and presentations.
Dr. Kaiser lives in Philadelphia, and his proudest accomplishments are the Relationships that he enjoys with Libby, his wife of 50+ years, and their children and grandchildren.
Books Authored By Ron Kaiser, Ph.D.
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This is a special replay of an episode of the REJUVENAGING with Dr. Ron Kaiser podcast that was first posted on September 19, 2023.In this podcast episode of the REJUVENAGING® with Dr. Ron Kaiser p…
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This is a special replay of an episode of the REJUVENAGING with Dr. Ron Kaiser podcast that was first posted on September 19, 2023.In this podcast episode of the REJUVENAGING® with Dr. Ron Kaiser podcast, Dr. Gabrielle Lyon discusses her unique approach to optimizing muscle health and Aging well through a strategy that combines nutrition, fitness, and self-help principles. The concept Dr. Lyon introduces is "muscle-centric medicine," emphasizing the critical role of skeletal muscle in overall health and well-being. She highlights that muscle is often overlooked in preventative medicine and …
In this episode of REJUVENAGING with Dr. Ron Kaiser, Dr. Ron welcomes Dr. Supatra Tovar, a clinical psychologist, registered dietitian, and fitness expert who specializes in helping individuals overco…
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In this episode of REJUVENAGING with Dr. Ron Kaiser, Dr. Ron welcomes Dr. Supatra Tovar, a clinical psychologist, registered dietitian, and fitness expert who specializes in helping individuals overcome the influences of Diet culture and develop a healthier relationship with food. Dr. Supatra shares her personal journey, from her early exposure to eating disorders to her multifaceted career in health, fitness, and psychology. Her unique approach combines science and compassion to help clients recover from disordered eating through her book, Deprogram Diet Culture, and her innovative method tha…
In this solo episode of REJUVENAGING with Dr. Ron Kaiser, Dr. Ron takes the opportunity to dive into the importance of embracing change. He reflects on how, as Charles Darwin observed, adaptability to…
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In this solo episode of REJUVENAGING with Dr. Ron Kaiser, Dr. Ron takes the opportunity to dive into the importance of embracing change. He reflects on how, as Charles Darwin observed, adaptability to change is more critical to survival and success than intelligence or strength. Dr. Ron encourages listeners to view change as an opportunity rather than a threat, exploring how an open attitude towards change can foster resilience, reduce Stress, and improve overall well-being. He emphasizes the power of change in enhancing both mental and physical health.Dr. Ron outlines the numerous benefits th…
In this episode of REJUVENAGING with Dr. Ron Kaiser, communication expert and author, Dr. Amanda Kanderes, shares her insights into understanding communication styles through her groundbreaking "Tal…
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In this episode of REJUVENAGING with Dr. Ron Kaiser, communication expert and author, Dr. Amanda Kanderes, shares her insights into understanding communication styles through her groundbreaking "Talk Types" framework. Her book, Talk Types: How What We Say Reveals Who We Are, delves into the three core categories of communication and how these shape our interactions and relationships. Amanda explains the basis of these categories — objective understanding (A), subjective experience (B), and subjective understanding (C) — and how each combination, or "talk type," reflects unique motivation…
In this episode of Rejuvenaging with Dr. Ron Kaiser, we welcome Matt Dawson, known simply as Dawson, an accomplished investment banker turned six-time world record endurance athlete and sought-after p…
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In this episode of Rejuvenaging with Dr. Ron Kaiser, we welcome Matt Dawson, known simply as Dawson, an accomplished investment banker turned six-time world record endurance athlete and sought-after public speaker. Dawson shares his incredible journey of transformation, from working 80-100 hour weeks in the corporate world to undertaking some of the world’s most extreme physical challenges, including climbing the highest peaks on each continent and trekking solo across Death Valley. His new book, Strength in Surrender, explores the powerful concept of embracing vulnerability and finding stre…
In this episode of Rejuvenaging with Dr. Ron Kaiser, Jo Giese, an award-winning journalist, author, and passionate hiker, joins Dr. Ron to discuss her lifelong love of nature and hiking as well as her…
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In this episode of Rejuvenaging with Dr. Ron Kaiser, Jo Giese, an award-winning journalist, author, and passionate hiker, joins Dr. Ron to discuss her lifelong love of nature and hiking as well as her inspiring journey overcoming a life-altering injury. Jo shares captivating stories from her adventures, including hiking to breathtaking waterfalls and her recovery from a severe Achilles injury that left her defying the odds to walk and hike again. Her upcoming book, Keep Chasing Waterfalls, weaves together these experiences with profound reflections on resilience and the healing power of nature…
In this enlightening episode of Rejuvenaging with Dr. Ron Kaiser, Dr. Bill Rawls joins us to dive deep into the world of cellular wellness, herbs, and holistic healing. Dr. Rawls, an OBGYN by training…
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In this enlightening episode of Rejuvenaging with Dr. Ron Kaiser, Dr. Bill Rawls joins us to dive deep into the world of cellular wellness, herbs, and holistic healing. Dr. Rawls, an OBGYN by training, shares his personal health journey and how a severe health crisis led him to explore alternative healing methods, focusing on herbs and cellular wellness. His book, The Cellular Wellness Solution, explores the science behind herbs and their ability to tap into our full health potential. Bill explains the fundamental role that cells play in maintaining our health and how herbs can be a vital tool…
In this episode of REJUVENAGING with Dr. Ron Kaiser , Dr. Svetlana Chamoun, a board-certified cardiologist and CEO of CardioSeeds, joins Dr. Ron to discuss the profound impact of Burnout on healthcare…
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In this episode of REJUVENAGING with Dr. Ron Kaiser , Dr. Svetlana Chamoun, a board-certified cardiologist and CEO of CardioSeeds, joins Dr. Ron to discuss the profound impact of burnout on healthcare professionals and her journey to combat it. Dr. Chamoun shares her personal experience with burnout while serving as Chief Cardiologist during the COVID-19 pandemic and how it motivated her to create CardioSeeds. This company focuses on reducing burnout and promoting stress management among healthcare providers by integrating Lifestyle medicine principles, which aim to address the root causes of …
In this episode of REJUVENAGING with Dr. Ron Kaiser, Dr. Ron welcomes renowned vascular surgeon, Dr. Wayne Gradman, to discuss a critical yet often overlooked health issue: fall prevention. Dr. Gradma…
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In this episode of REJUVENAGING with Dr. Ron Kaiser, Dr. Ron welcomes renowned vascular surgeon, Dr. Wayne Gradman, to discuss a critical yet often overlooked health issue: fall prevention. Dr. Gradman, author of, The Fall Guy: How to Keep Gravity from Ruining Your Day, shares his personal experiences with falls and provides expert insights on how adults can reduce their risk of injury. With falls accounting for a significant portion of emergency room visits, especially among those over 65, he underscores the importance of prevention at home, where 79% of falls occur.Throughout the episode, Dr…
In this enlightening episode of "REJUVENAGING with Dr. Ron Kaiser," Dr. Ron welcomes Dr. Nayan Patel, a renowned pharmacist, health consultant, and founder of Auro Wellness, who shares his groundbreak…
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In this enlightening episode of "REJUVENAGING with Dr. Ron Kaiser," Dr. Ron welcomes Dr. Nayan Patel, a renowned pharmacist, health consultant, and founder of Auro Wellness, who shares his groundbreaking insights into the world of glutathione—a powerful antioxidant that plays a pivotal role in maintaining health and longevity. Dr. Patel discusses his journey from a traditional pharmacy setting to pioneering research on glutathione, emphasizing its importance in detoxifying the body, and supporting overall energy levels.He explains the critical role glutathione plays in the body, particularly…
In this enlightening episode of REJUVENAGING with Dr. Ron Kaiser, sustainability expert John Pabon joins the show to share his deep insights on what sustainability truly means and why it matters. John…
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In this enlightening episode of REJUVENAGING with Dr. Ron Kaiser, sustainability expert John Pabon joins the show to share his deep insights on what sustainability truly means and why it matters. John has a wealth of experience working with the United Nations as well as a range of companies throughout the world. He now leads Fulcrum, a consulting company. In his discussion with Dr. Ron, John provides a comprehensive overview of the vast and evolving field of sustainability. He explains how sustainability extends beyond just environmental concerns to include social and governance aspects, e…
In this insightful episode of "REJUVENAGING with Dr. Ron Kaiser," Dr. Ron welcomes Laura Nguyen, who is a coach, marketing executive, and author of the soon-to-be-released book Career Break Compass: N…
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In this insightful episode of "REJUVENAGING with Dr. Ron Kaiser," Dr. Ron welcomes Laura Nguyen, who is a coach, marketing executive, and author of the soon-to-be-released book Career Break Compass: Navigating Your Path to a Balanced Life Through Intentional Time Off. Laura offers a unique perspective on the concept of career breaks, going beyond the traditional notion of a sabbatical. She explains how career breaks can be both voluntary and involuntary, serving as a vital tool for individuals seeking to reset, realign their lives, and pursue a more balanced and fulfilling career.Laura introdu…
In this episode Encore Presentation of the Best of REJUVENAGING with Dr. Ron Kaiser, Dr. Ron dives into the whirlwind of "busy brain syndrome" with Dr. Romi Mushtaq, a neurologist, integrative medicin…
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In this episode Encore Presentation of the Best of REJUVENAGING with Dr. Ron Kaiser, Dr. Ron dives into the whirlwind of "busy brain syndrome" with Dr. Romi Mushtaq, a neurologist, integrative medicine expert, author, speaker and expert on corporate wellness. Dr. Romie, delves into the science behind this chronic state of Anxiety, low energy, and difficulty focusing - and she reveals the culprit: neuroinflammation in the brain.Armed with her practical eight-week brainShift Protocol, Dr. Romie offers listeners tangible tools to tame their busy brains. Listen in to discover:The Five Pillars of …
ACTIVATE YOUR HEROIC POTENTIAL WITH BRIAN JOHNSONBrian Johnson is an entrepreneur and philosopher who has created a social training platform called Heroic. Heroic is a public benefit corporation that …
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ACTIVATE YOUR HEROIC POTENTIAL WITH BRIAN JOHNSONBrian Johnson is an entrepreneur and philosopher who has created a social training platform called Heroic. Heroic is a public benefit corporation that helps people move from theory to practice to mastery. It has been scientifically proven to be effective in improving people's well-being, energy, connection, productivity, and purpose.In this encore presentation of the best podcast of 2023I, Brian talks about his journey from a blue-collar upbringing to becoming a successful entrepreneur and philosopher. He discusses the importance of ancient wis…
In this encore episode of Rejuvenaging best podcast of 2024, Dr. Ron Kaiser had the privilege of hosting Dr. Paul Offit, a renowned expert in the field of vaccinology and an influential voice in the…
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In this encore episode of Rejuvenaging best podcast of 2024, Dr. Ron Kaiser had the privilege of hosting Dr. Paul Offit, a renowned expert in the field of vaccinology and an influential voice in the discussion on vaccines and COVID-19. Dr. Offit, the director of the Vaccine Education Center at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and a professor at the University of Pennsylvania, shared his personal journey, insights into the development and impact of COVID-19 vaccines, and the challenges of confronting vaccine misinformation.Dr. Offit discussed his early life experiences, including a challen…
In this encore episode of Rejuvenaging best podcast of 2023, Dr. Ron Kaiser welcomes Dr. Rebecca Chopp, a distinguished academic leader and author who has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. Rebe…
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In this encore episode of Rejuvenaging best podcast of 2023, Dr. Ron Kaiser welcomes Dr. Rebecca Chopp, a distinguished academic leader and author who has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. Rebecca shares her unique and inspiring journey of living with Alzheimer's and how she's refused to surrender to the disease. Her story is a testament to the power of attitude, lifestyle interventions, and resilience in the face of a challenging diagnosis.Rebecca earned her Ph.D. from the University of Chicago and had a successful career, including serving as the president of Colgate University and Sw…
In this episode of REJUVENAGING with Dr. Ron Kaiser," we are joined by Ron Pevny, a pioneer in the field of active aging and the founding director of the Center for Conscious Eldering. With over 45 ye…
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In this episode of REJUVENAGING with Dr. Ron Kaiser," we are joined by Ron Pevny, a pioneer in the field of active aging and the founding director of the Center for Conscious Eldering. With over 45 years of experience, Ron has dedicated his life to assisting individuals in navigating life transitions and fostering lives filled with purpose and passion. He discusses his newest book, "Conscious Living, Conscious Aging," a 10th-anniversary update of his previous work, which delves into the essence of conscious elderhood and how it can be achieved. Ron's insights provide a roadmap for finding purp…
In this episode of REJUVENAGING with Dr. Ron Kaiser, Dr. Ron welcomes Dr. Jeff Gross, founder of ReCellebrate and a pioneer in the field of regenerative medicine. Dr. Gross, a neurosurgeon with 26…
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In this episode of REJUVENAGING with Dr. Ron Kaiser, Dr. Ron welcomes Dr. Jeff Gross, founder of ReCellebrate and a pioneer in the field of regenerative medicine. Dr. Gross, a neurosurgeon with 26 years of experience, shares his journey from traditional surgical methods to innovative stem cell therapies and stem cell-derived exosome treatments, as well as other regenerative medicine methods such as Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) injections. The discussion dives deep into the advancements in longevity and restorative healing, highlighting how regenerative medicine is transforming the approach t…