Gary Brecka is a renowned human biologist, longevity expert, and one of the leading voices in data-driven health optimization. With more than two decades of experience analyzing human biomarkers, Gary has built a reputation for translating complex science into clear, actionable insights that help people live better, fuller lives.

Before launching his work in public health and media, Gary served as a leading mortality researcher in the life insurance industry, where he helped predict health outcomes using comprehensive medical and lifestyle data. That experience gave him a rare, behind-the-scenes understanding of how health risks are measured, priced, and predicted at the highest levels.

But Gary’s mission was never about predicting how long people live — it was about changing how well they live.

As the founder of The Ultimate Human, Gary has helped shape the modern conversation around longevity, healthspan, and personalized wellness. His work emphasizes prevention, measurable outcomes, and empowering individuals with the knowledge to take control of their health before problems arise.

Now, Gary Brecka brings that perspective to The Concierge Doc Podcast, joining Dr. Jason Littleton for a powerful conversation on health, fulfillment, and what it truly means to live a longer, more meaningful life. Together, they explore how data, proactive medicine, and personalized care can give people access to their lives — not just more years on the clock.

This is a conversation about longevity with purpose — and why health is the foundation of everything that matters.

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Visit Dr Jason Littleton's website: https://www.jasonmd.com/

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Disclaimer:
Access to the Information and materials contained in this podcast is at your own risk. The information contained is presented for the purpose of educating the consumer on a variety of wellness and health care topics (the “Information”). Nothing contained is intended to be instructional for medical diagnosis or treatment. The Information contained is compiled from a variety of sources. The Information should not be considered complete and not exhaustive and should not be in place of a visit or consultation with your own primary care doctor.

Visit Dr Jason Littleton's website: https://www.jasonmd.com/

Follow Dr Jason Littleton on Instagram and Facebook: https://www.instagram.com/therealdoctorjason/

Watch Dr Jason Littleton on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@therealdoctorjason3340


Disclaimer:
Access to the Information and materials contained in this podcast is at your own risk. The information contained is presented for the purpose of educating the consumer on a variety of wellness and health care topics (the “Information”). Nothing contained is intended to be instructional for medical diagnosis or treatment. The Information contained is compiled from a variety of sources. The Information should not be considered complete and not exhaustive and should not be in place of a visit or consultation with your own primary care doctor.

Visit Dr Jason Littleton's website: https://www.jasonmd.com/

Follow Dr Jason Littleton on Instagram and Facebook: https://www.instagram.com/therealdoctorjason/

Watch Dr Jason Littleton on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@therealdoctorjason3340


Disclaimer:
Access to the Information and materials contained in this podcast is at your own risk. The information contained is presented for the purpose of educating the consumer on a variety of wellness and health care topics (the “Information”). Nothing contained is intended to be instructional for medical diagnosis or treatment. The Information contained is compiled from a variety of sources. The Information should not be considered complete and not exhaustive and should not be in place of a visit or consultation with your own primary care doctor.

Dr. Sahil Chopra is reimagining sleep as the single most powerful lever we have to extend vitality and unlock human potential. The Harvard-trained sleep physician explains how his company is pioneering continuous longitudinal sleep testing using medical-grade wearables and AI to create personalized interventions for patients.

• Traditional medicine fails patients with sleep issues by prescribing medications without investigating root causes
• Most physicians receive only four hours of education on sleep during medical school
• Multi-night sleep testing at home provides more accurate data than single-night lab studies
• Effective sleep assessment requires asking specific questions about falling asleep, staying asleep, feeling rested, and daytime tiredness
• Melatonin supplementation is most effective for circadian rhythm disruptions at doses of 0.5-3mg
• Key sleep hygiene principles include consistent sleep/wake times, bedroom darkness, morning light exposure, and reserving the bedroom only for sleep
• The best approach for weaning off sleep medications involves gradual tapering while monitoring sleep data
• For shift workers, strategies include melatonin, timed eating, and appropriate use of FDA-approved stimulants
• Dr. Chopra maintains his own sleep health through regular exercise, time-restricted eating, and consistent sleep/wake times

Visit empowersleep.com to learn more about Dr. Chopra's approach to sleep medicine and his medical-grade sleep testing technology.

Visit Dr Jason Littleton's website: https://www.jasonmd.com/

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Disclaimer:
Access to the Information and materials contained in this podcast is at your own risk. The information contained is presented for the purpose of educating the consumer on a variety of wellness and health care topics (the “Information”). Nothing contained is intended to be instructional for medical diagnosis or treatment. The Information contained is compiled from a variety of sources. The Information should not be considered complete and not exhaustive and should not be in place of a visit or consultation with your own primary care doctor.

Visit Dr Jason Littleton's website: https://www.jasonmd.com/

Follow Dr Jason Littleton on Instagram and Facebook: https://www.instagram.com/therealdoctorjason/

Watch Dr Jason Littleton on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@therealdoctorjason3340


Disclaimer:
Access to the Information and materials contained in this podcast is at your own risk. The information contained is presented for the purpose of educating the consumer on a variety of wellness and health care topics (the “Information”). Nothing contained is intended to be instructional for medical diagnosis or treatment. The Information contained is compiled from a variety of sources. The Information should not be considered complete and not exhaustive and should not be in place of a visit or consultation with your own primary care doctor.

In this powerful episode of The Concierge Doc Podcast, Dr. Jason Littleton sits down with Susan Reilly Salgado, Ph.D.— culture strategist and co-architect of Union Square Hospitality Group’s iconic leadership framework — to unpack what it really takes to lead in the high-stakes world of concierge medicine.

From emotional intelligence, to team culture, to delivering luxury-level client experiences, this conversation reveals how lessons from hospitality are reshaping private medicine.

Listen in to discover:

• How leadership drives retention in high-value medical practices
• How to build a luxury brand experience patients can feel
• Why trust and responsiveness are the ultimate differentiators
• Culture strategies used by brands like Shake Shack and USHG
• Actionable tips for doctors evolving into elite health leaders

Perfect for physicians, practice managers, and entrepreneurs building the future of healthcare.

Visit Dr Jason Littleton's website: https://www.jasonmd.com/

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Watch Dr Jason Littleton on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@therealdoctorjason3340


Disclaimer:
Access to the Information and materials contained in this podcast is at your own risk. The information contained is presented for the purpose of educating the consumer on a variety of wellness and health care topics (the “Information”). Nothing contained is intended to be instructional for medical diagnosis or treatment. The Information contained is compiled from a variety of sources. The Information should not be considered complete and not exhaustive and should not be in place of a visit or consultation with your own primary care doctor.

Dr. Jason Littleton welcomes his pastor and mentor Dr. James Pierce to explore the powerful intersection between faith and medicine in healthcare. Together they examine how spiritual conviction and clinical practice can work together rather than in opposition, offering hope and practical guidance for both patients and medical professionals.

• Faith and medicine are intertwined, with the Bible addressing the "whole man" including physical health
• Christians in healthcare should integrate their faith through moral guidelines while maintaining professional excellence
• Prayer connects to healing through trust in God's promises when medical options reach their limits
• Taking medication while believing in divine healing represents balanced faith, not contradiction
• Faith works by aligning your words with corresponding actions
• Christians in medicine should prioritize their relationship with God through daily devotion despite busy schedules
• Burnout can be addressed by "casting cares" on God rather than carrying every burden
• Terminal diagnoses aren't necessarily final – faith provides hope beyond conventional medical limitations
• Thinking outside traditional medical paradigms can open doors to unexpected healing possibilities
• Both supernatural intervention and medical science have their place in a balanced approach to healing

To learn more about Dr. James Pierce's ministry, visit dreamlifecenter.com or email him at jamespierce8@gmail.com.

Visit Dr Jason Littleton's website: https://www.jasonmd.com/

Follow Dr Jason Littleton on Instagram and Facebook: https://www.instagram.com/therealdoctorjason/

Watch Dr Jason Littleton on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@therealdoctorjason3340


Disclaimer:
Access to the Information and materials contained in this podcast is at your own risk. The information contained is presented for the purpose of educating the consumer on a variety of wellness and health care topics (the “Information”). Nothing contained is intended to be instructional for medical diagnosis or treatment. The Information contained is compiled from a variety of sources. The Information should not be considered complete and not exhaustive and should not be in place of a visit or consultation with your own primary care doctor.