Welcome to another insightful episode of the La Via Las Vegas podcast. In this episode, Dr. Erica and Dr. Joe are joined by Dr. Suzanne Al-Hamad - “Dr. Suz” - the pediatrician behind Wildflower Pediatrics, a concierge/direct primary care practice in Las Vegas.

Dr. Sue shares how growing up in a family of medical professionals shaped her path, why pediatrics won her heart, and what she learned working in the NICU before launching a membership-based model that allows truly personalized, family-centered care. She breaks down the difference between a traditional 1:2,000+ patient panel and her 1:100 approach, how that changes access and outcomes, and what it takes to rebuild trust for families with medical trauma.

You’ll also hear practical guidance for every stage of childhood—from newborn priorities like maternal mental health, tummy time, and early language, to “threenager” independence, school-age social dynamics, teen screen time, and the role parents play in modeling habits and setting family values. Dr. Sue closes with a thoughtful look at generational trauma and actionable steps families can take to support healthier kids and communities.

Connect with Dr. Sue
Website: wildflowerpeds.com - Schedule a complimentary Meet & Greet to see if it’s a good fit for your family.

Welcome to another insightful episode of the La Via Las Vegas podcast. In this episode, Dr. Erica and Dr. Joe are joined by Jennifer Rentch, the owner and lead coach of Meridian Performance, an endurance coaching company specializing in triathlons, marathons, and other endurance sports.

Jennifer shares her captivating journey into the world of triathlons, which started on a dare and became a life-changing experience. She delves into the intricacies of triathlon training, including personalized coaching plans, the importance of nutrition, and equipment recommendations. Jennifer also opens up about her personal struggles with menopause, shedding light on how it impacted her training and overall well-being. She emphasizes the need for greater awareness and individually tailored approaches to training and health for women experiencing menopause. Tune in for a heartfelt and educational conversation that touches on fitness, health, and resilience.

Rachel Bowers is a highly experienced Physician Assistant with nearly two decades of experience across various medical specialties, including Urology, Endocrinology, Internal Medicine, Neurosurgery, and

Emergency Medicine. This broad range of experience has exposed Rachel to many facets of human physiology, which she incorporates in her evaluation of her patient’s health needs. Rachel is known for her whole body, symptom driven approach. For the past 7 years, Rachel has been focused on expanding her medical expertise to the area of Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy and its role in the body and in optimal health. Having experienced her own lifelong hormone imbalance, BHRT has become Rachel’s passion, and she can’t wait to share her passion and experience with you.

Rachel Bowers

Physician Assistant

Halcyon Health

Facebook: Halcyon Human Optimization

IG: @halcyon.health

Best way for people to connect with me is to sign up for a consultation at www.halcyonoptimization.com or to contact my Patient Care Specialist, Nicole, at 702-592-8984

Minette graduated from the University of California Riverside with a BS in
Biological Sciences and began her career in the dental field as a Registered Dental
Assistant in 2000. She worked in private practice for a few years until she became
the Clinical Manager at The Las Vegas Institute and taught in the dental team
program for nine years. In 2014, she went to dental hygiene school and graduated
with high honors from the College of Southern Nevada Dental Hygiene Program.
She is a member of Sigma Phi Alpha Dental Hygiene Honor Society and Alpha Phi
Omega National Co-Ed Service Fraternity.

During her college years, she earned several awards and scholarships including the Asian American Award for Excellence in Academics and Leadership, the Academic Excellence Award, and the Deborah Groom Peterman Community Award. In 2018, she was given an Exceptional Performance (XP) Award from Pacific Dental Services where she helped conduct multiple dental hygiene study clubs.

Minette has given presentations on various topics for dental assistants and hygienists, and was a panelist for the Western Society of Periodontology’s Dental Hygiene Symposium in 2021. She has served as President on both the Southern Nevada and State of Nevada dental hygienists’ associations. She enjoys giving back to her community and has volunteered at events like Remote Area Medical and Give Kids a Smile.

Minette has always been a lifelong learner and keeps herself up to date through
various continuing education courses. It was through these courses that she was
exposed to the field of Myofunctional Therapy and in 2022 opened her own
business to be able to help others discover the root cause of their chronic pain
and dysfunction.

Dr. Hull is a board certified pediatrician with extensive training in Women’s Health, Maternal-Fetal Medicine and Newborn Intensive Care. During medical school, she did all her elective rotations in OB/GYNE sub-specialties including high-risk pregnancy, gyn-oncology and pelvic floor reconstructive surgery. She has worked as an intern in the US State Department’s Office of International Health and Biodefense examining global issues that impact maternal and child health.

Throughout her career as a pediatrician, she came to recognize the lack of attention paid to the mental health and physical recovery of women after childbirth. She has spoken with countless women about the way their relationships with their own bodies change as a result of pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding.

Dr. Hull routinely talks with patients about pelvic floor dysfunction during the postpartum period and refers them to pelvic floor physical therapy. She has also seen the complex surgical repairs required when postpartum pelvic floor dysfunction goes unaddressed.

Dr. Hull takes a holistic approach to patient care; understanding that mental, physical and emotional health are inseparable. She founded Artemis Luxury Wellness to facilitate discussion and exploration of human sexuality through a feminine lens. She has a professional and personal mission to normalize these important conversations in an accessible, meaningful and playful way.

Connect with Dr. Amber Hull:

https://artemisluxurywellness.com/

@artemisluxurywellnesslv

https://www.villagepediatrics.vegas/

@villagepediatricsvegas

Dr. Sam is the newest addition to our team! We are so excited to introduce him on the podcast.

Dr. Sam grew up in Rochester, NY where he attended Nazareth University. He obtained an undergraduate degree in Kinesiology followed by his Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2014.

He began his Physical Therapy career in Las Vegas, working in the rehabilitation and hospital settings. Sam then shifted his focus toward outpatient Orthopedic and Performance Physical Therapy, bringing a positive health influence to an even larger demographic.

He has a great passion for learning how to optimize human longevity through physical, mental, and spiritual wellness.

In his free time, Sam enjoys being outdoors, hiking, golfing, yoga, and soccer.

Stay tuned for more content with Dr. Sam!

Karen and Kim are the owners of Fit4Mom Las Vegas. They started by attending classes and fell in love with the Fit4Mom community. Fit4Mom stands for "Strength in Motherhood," a part of the mission statement that encouraged Karen and Kim to purchase the franchise earlier in 2023.

Instagrams:
@fit4mom_lasvegas
@fitmama_702

Tara Noseck, RND, LDN, IFNCP is a registered dietitian, serving the Las Vegas area. Originally from Tampa, Florida, she moved to Vegas and worked as a professional dancer. Later, she started her private practice, Neat Nutrition, where she works one-on-one with busy adults using sustainable and personalized nutrition, and lifestyle changes focused on improving or preventing chronic disease. She uses a whole-person approach to health, addressing the collective effects of nutrition, sleep, stress, movement, and environmental influences on human homeostasis. Tara specializes in gut issues and over the last two years, has become a passionate educator and advocate for women living with polycystic ovarian syndrome (or PCOS)- a metabolic, endocrine, and reproductive disorder that affects 1 in 10 women worldwide.

neatnutrition.com

pcosprord.com

IG: @pcos.pro.dietitian