OFF THE CHARTS WITH DR. BOBBY PARMAR
Apr 26, 2026 - 54 min 14 sec
I ALMOST FAINTED FROM MY IUD - Why is this Still normal?
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Why Women Aren’t Offered Pain Management for IUDs
IUD insertion is often described as quick, simple, and routine.
But for many patients, “routine” does not mean painless.
In this episode of Off the Charts, Dr. Bobby Parmar, ND sits down with Dr. Alex Dragan, ND to ask a question that should feel obvious: Why are so many IUD procedures still done without adequate pain management?
Starting with Dr. Dragan’s own experience of nearly passing out during IUD insertion, they unpack what actually happens during the procedure, why some patients experience intense pain, dizziness, or near-fainting, and how that reality has been minimized, normalized, or dismissed in clinical practice.
From there, the conversation moves beyond IUDs.
They examine how outdated assumptions, gaps in training, misinformation, and systemic bias shape the way women’s pain is understood and treated — and why something as basic as pain relief is still inconsistent across providers.
This is not a takedown of individual practitioners.
It is a closer look at the gap between what patients experience, what medicine has normalized, and what better, more informed care could look like.
Acupro Academy With Clara Cohen
Mar 26, 2025 36 min 34 sec
Bridging the Gap Between TCM and Western Medicine
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Are you ever at a loss when patients ask about vitamin D, magnesium, or iron supplements?
As TCM practitioners, we’re experts in Chinese medicine and acupuncture, but many of us weren’t taught a deep understanding of the nutrients our patients take daily. That’s exactly why I invited back my friend and colleague, Dr. Alex Dragan!
In this episode, Alex shares her wisdom on vitamins, minerals, and nutrients, so you can better support and educate your patients. You’ll walk away with actionable insights and access to a game-changing resource that will transform your practice.
Acupro Academy With Clara Cohen
Apr 17, 2024 41 min 11 sec
Gut Health in Chinese Medicine & Naturopathic Medicine
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Gut health is a subject many are becoming intrigued about and rightly so. It significantly influences our overall well-being. I had the exciting opportunity to discuss gut health today. I delve deep into the matter from the perspective of naturopathic medicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) with our guest, Dr. Alex Dragan, a Naturopathic Medicine Doctor.
A to Z of Gut Health with Dr. Alex Dragan
Dr. Alex Dragon’s journey into Naturopathic Medicine began with a personal struggle with gut-related health issues. This first-hand experience has given her valuable insights into understanding gut health. Her holistic approach involves attending to every detail, right from asking about the stool’s frequency, color, and consistency to the volume and the presence of mucus or undigested food.
She explains that a lot about an individual can be understood by observing stool characteristics. A frequency of one to three bowel movements per day with a brown-colored, smooth, snake-like stool that makes you feel empty post-movement epitomizes good gut health. Any aberrations might signal problems that could range from inflammation, stress, imbalances in the nervous system, or food intolerance.
Plant Powered Gut Show With Roslyn Kent
Mar 19, 2021 = 35 min 39 sec
Planting Seeds for a Healthy Gut
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SIBO?
IBS?
Chronic stress and anxiety?
Dr. Alex Dragan knows the ins and outs of all three and after overcoming all of them herself, is well equipped to walk her patients through their own path to optimal gut health despite their diagnosis.
In this episode of the podcast, Alex and I chat about how she came to practice as a Naturopathic Doctor, her take on treating IBS and SIBO, the importance of herbs in symptom management, the gut-PMS connection, and more.
If you're looking to plant seeds for a healthy gut this year, this episode is for you!