Show Highlights

·       Dr. James JC Cooley along with Co-Host Dr. Michael Mantell- renowned and esteemed mental health architect and prolific author have a sit-down conversation with Dr. Susan Baumgaertel – Internal Medicine Physician, healthcare navigator, medical advocate, author, and talk show host.

· “Voices With Vigor” talk show

· Dr. Baumgaertel career: physician, advocate, guide, author, writer, talk show host

 

Biography

Dr. Baumgaertel’s internal medicine practice began in 1996, encompassing many types of clinical work over time. In 2021 she stepped away from direct patient care to expand her impact through myMDadvocate, a virtual consultation and advocacy service that serves as a bridge between patients and the often-complex healthcare system. As a physician consultant, healthcare navigator, and medical advocate, Susan shares her wisdom on everything from referral advocacy to chronic condition management, from aging gracefully to supporting caregivers through their most challenging moments. Her passion for helping women through life transitions led to the creation of MenopauseMenu, a comprehensive online resource offering evidence-based information and holistic support. This work formed the foundation for her 2023 book, The Menopause Menu — an all-in-one guide that transforms medical complexity into accessible wisdom. In 2025 Susan launched a vibrant talk show, Voices with Vigor, showcasing guests from diverse backgrounds who share common threads of curiosity, kindness, dedication, and resilience. 

Show Highlights
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Dr. James JC Cooley along with Co-Host Dr. Michael Mantell- renowned and esteemed mental health architect and prolific author have a sit-down conversation with Dr. Susan Baumgaertel&nbsp;&ndash; Internal Medicine&nbsp;Physician, healthcare navigator, medical advocate, author, and talk show host.
&middot; &ldquo;Voices With Vigor&rdquo; talk show
&middot; Dr. Baumgaertel career: physician, advocate, guide, author, writer, talk show host
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Biography
Dr. Baumgaertel&rsquo;s internal medicine practice began in 1996, encompassing many types of clinical work over time. In 2021 she stepped away from direct patient care to expand her impact through&nbsp;<a href="https://www.mymdadvocate.com/" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="1">myMDadvocate</a>, a virtual consultation and advocacy service that serves as a bridge between patients and the often-complex healthcare system. As a physician consultant, healthcare navigator, and medical advocate, Susan shares her wisdom on everything from referral advocacy to chronic condition management, from aging gracefully to supporting caregivers through their most challenging moments. Her passion for helping women through life transitions led to the creation of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.menopausemenu.com/" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="2">MenopauseMenu</a>, a comprehensive online resource offering evidence-based information and holistic support. This work formed the foundation for her 2023 book,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.menopausemenu.com/book/" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="3">The Menopause Menu</a>&nbsp;&mdash; an all-in-one guide that transforms medical complexity into accessible wisdom. In 2025 Susan launched a vibrant talk show,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.menopausemenu.com/talk-show/" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="4">Voices with Vigor</a>, showcasing guests from diverse backgrounds who share common threads of curiosity, kindness, dedication, and resilience.&nbsp;

It's Your Life with Dr. James JC Cooley a motivational speaker here to equip you to strive for greatness and overcome adversity. Life is a series of circles and cycles, phases, and stages. These are the experiences that teach you the lessons of life. You can either ignore them or EMBRACE them. Dr. Cooley offers motivation and inspiration for life's challenges.

Catch up on the podcast and listen to It's Your Life on The Answer in Dallas or San Diego, on Salem Radio Networks.

For more about James Cooley and how you can support the show or become a guest visit www.CooleyFoundation.org.

It's Your Life with Dr. James JC Cooley a motivational speaker here to equip you to strive for greatness and overcome adversity. Life is a series of circles and cycles, phases, and stages. These are the experiences that teach you the lessons of life. You can either ignore them or EMBRACE them. Dr. Cooley offers motivation and inspiration for life's challenges.
Catch up on the podcast and listen to It's Your Life on The Answer in Dallas or San Diego, on Salem Radio Networks.
For more about James Cooley and how you can support the show or become a guest visit <a href="http://www.cooleyfoundation.org/">www.CooleyFoundation.org</a>.

It's Your Life Podcast

It's Your Life with Dr. James JC Cooley a motivational speaker here to equip you to strive for greatness and overcome adversity. Life is a series of circles and cycles, phases, and stages. These are the experiences that teach you the lessons of life. You can either ignore them or EMBRACE them. Dr. Cooley offers motivation and inspiration for life's challenges.
Catch up on the podcast and listen to It's Your Life on The Answer in Dallas or San Diego, on Salem Radio Networks.
For more about James Cooley and how you can support the show or become a guest visit <a href="http://www.cooleyfoundation.org/">www.CooleyFoundation.org</a>.