353: REWIND | Journey from Surgeon to Plant-Based Advocate: Unveiling the Vascular Specialist's Path

Healthy Lifestyle Solutions with Maya Acosta

In this captivating episode, Dr. Rizwan Bukhari, a renowned vascular surgeon and first-generation American, shares his remarkable journey from following in his father's footsteps to becoming a pioneer in the field of vascular surgery. Through personal anecdotes and professional insights, Dr. Riz sheds light on the transformative power of nutrition and lifestyle choices in preventing and reversing chronic diseases. He delves into the intricacies of atherosclerosis, its early onset, and the surprising impact of diet on arterial health. As a staunch advocate of plant-based nutrition, Dr. Riz highlights the astounding benefits he's witnessed in his patients and himself. Join us for a profound exploration of health, genetics, and the potential for change.

Key Takeaways:

• Reframing Expectations: Discover how being a first-generation American and son of a renowned vascular surgeon shaped Dr. Riz's journey, including the pressure to excel and carry on his father's legacy.
• Evolution of a Vascular Specialist: Gain insights into the world of vascular surgery, its intricacies, and the critical role it plays in treating chronic diseases such as atherosclerosis. Explore the progression of symptoms, from claudication to impotence, and how lifestyle choices can impact arterial health.
• Unveiling the Plant-Based Paradigm: Dive into Dr. Riz's shift from a traditional diet to a whole food, plant-based lifestyle. Learn about the astonishing improvements he experienced and the science behind preventing and reversing chronic diseases through nutrition and lifestyle changes.

About Dr. Rizwan H. Bukhari

Rizwan H, Bukhari, M.D., F.A.C.S., is a board-certified vascular surgeon who treats various vascular issues, including aneurysms, carotid artery stenosis, lower extremity arterial blockages, gangrene, dialysis access grafts, and varicose veins. He has seen the ravaging effects of poor lifestyle choices on his patients’ health. Cardiovascular disease and its risk factors, such as obesity, tobacco use, hypertension, and diabetes, are mainly diseases secondary to the foods we eat and our lifestyle choices.

Dr. Bukhari promotes food as medicine and lifestyle medicine to help his patients and the general public prevent, halt, and sometimes even reverse disease. He owns North Texas Vascular Center, where he offers diagnostic services and minimally invasive outpatient procedures largely related to amputation prevention and limb salvage.

Connect with Dr. Riz

• Dr. Riz Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_riz_bukhari/
• Dr. Riz's Guide to Preventing Atherosclerosis: https://bit.ly/JoinDrRiz
• Doctor In The House episode: https://www.healthylifestylesolutions.org/category/doctor-in-the-house/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drrizwanbukhari/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrRizBukhari

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