Season 3, Episode 4 — Nourish MD: Doctor Dietitian Dialogues

In this episode, host Meg Tancredi, MS, RD, talks with UCI Health OB‑GYN Dr. Rebecca Sauer about what women really experience during peri‑, meno‑, and post‑menopause — and why no two journeys look the same.

Dr. Sauer explains how symptoms can vary widely, why women’s concerns are often dismissed, and what individualized, evidence‑based menopause care should include. She also shares practical ways to advocate for yourself, ask better questions, and get the support you deserve.

About Dr. Sauer: Rebecca M. Sauer, MD, MSCP, is a board‑certified obstetrician‑gynecologist and Assistant Professor at UCI School of Medicine. Her clinical work focuses on abnormal uterine bleeding, fibroids, hormone therapy, menopausal symptoms, adolescent gynecology, and minimally invasive surgery. She sees patients at UCI Health — Yorba Linda.

About the Host: Meg Tancredi, MS, RD, blends nutrition science with behavioral psychology to help people build sustainable, empowering health habits. Her approach centers on clarity, compassion, and progress over perfection.

Registered dietitian Meg Tancredi, MS, RD, breaks down what RDs actually study, why their training matters, and how to navigate a world full of conflicting nutrition advice. She explains why weight loss is more complex than “calories in, calories out,” what metabolism really does, the truth about supplements, and why sustainable health changes come from habits and mindset — not extreme diets.

About the Host: Meg Tancredi, MS, RD, is a registered dietitian with a background in Educational Psychology and Nutrition, Healthspan, and Longevity from USC. She helps people build realistic, sustainable health habits using evidence‑based nutrition and behavioral insight.

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In this episode of Nourish MD, Meg talks with Dr. Burak Ozgur, Medical Director of the Hoag Spine Institute and a nationally recognized neurosurgeon, about what pain really means — and why it doesn’t always signal damage. Dr. Ozgur explains how modern spine care blends conservative therapies, diagnostics, rehabilitation, and minimally invasive surgical options, and why surgery should be a thoughtful tool rather than a default.

They explore the importance of trust in patient care, how to make confident decisions about spine treatment, and what it looks like when a physician prioritizes transparency, compassion, and patient‑centered planning.

Dr. Ozgur is double board‑certified and known for his leadership in restorative spine surgery. He has published widely, including scientific articles, book chapters, and a leading surgical textbook, and is dedicated to helping patients move better, hurt less, and return to the lives they love.