Nicholas C. Rowley - Award Winning National Trial Lawyer / Learn what motivates this relentless crusader and how comforting – and defending – the afflicted is at the center of his life.

Every once in a while you meet one of those people who radiate a special light. That’s the case with our noteworthy guest on this episode of Beyond the O.R. Former three-time mayor of Beverly Hills Lili Bosse stops by to share straight-up perspectives with Dr. Kevin Brenner and his co-host Elizabeth Morales. In this jam-packed hour you’ll learn about what brought the only daughter of Holocaust survivors into such a public role and how her values – integrity, community, connection – have informed her political choices. A native of Beverly Hills (like Dr. B), Lili brings a deep understanding of the small-town dynamic that defines this iconic 5.7-mile city so closely associated with Hollywood glitz and glam. You’ll learn about the beloved mayor’s most popular initiatives and whether she’s thinking about running for public office again. (Hint: In a world of surging anti-Semitism and hate, Lili is passionate about seeking new ways to build bridges). Find out what’s next for this veteran city councilmember and how she has managed to bring so much to all she does. Listen and then ask yourself: Would we be living in such a world full of hurt if our public officials all stood for the same ethic of civic respect and communication that Lili Bosse has exemplified in leading Beverly Hills? This heartfelt conversation will inspire you to spread some light in your own hometown, wherever it is!

Reach out to Lili on your favorite social media platform here and let her know how she’s doing! She loves the feedback and reads every single comment that comes in.

 Want to reach out to Dr. B? You can make an appointment here or call his office directly at 310-777-5400 to open a conversation about whatever cosmetic, reconstructive or related issue is on your mind! 

If you’re not up on the latest game-changing IV therapies, then here’s your chance to get the full rundown! Two pioneering practitioners at the heart of this proactive health care alternative share the latest on this episode of Beyond the O.R. Tune in as Host Dr. Kevin Brenner welcomes Dr. Jonathan Prince and Dwayne Mariner, RN, the dynamic duo behind Alpha Hydration and its unique menu of infusions to reverse dehydration and replenish vitamins at a cellular level. Had a little too much fun at that big event? They’ve got a tailor-made treatment that will leave you feeling transformed in under two hours. Want to push back on the aging process? There’s nothing like a cocktail of peptides to stimulate growth hormone and regeneration throughout your body. Learn how this former ER physician and trauma nurse decided to team up to promote longevity and quality of life through customized formulations that deliver results. From party recovery to weight loss to athletic performance, Alpha Hydration is leading the way with leading-edge treatments to optimize health and well-being – in the comfort of your own home!

If you’d like to learn more about how Alpha Hydration works and the menu of services they offer, just click here to arrange a free consultation.

 Want to reach out to Dr. B? You can make an appointment here or call his office directly at 310-777-5400 to open a conversation about whatever cosmetic, reconstructive or related issue is on your mind! 

What would you do if you were visiting a foreign country and suddenly found yourself in the midst of a catastrophic natural event, government coup or armed uprising? Our host Dr. Kevin Brenner can tell you exactly what to do – because he recently found himself in exactly that situation, stranded in Morocco following a devastating 6.8 earthquake. He was fortunate enough to have a connection that got him directly to Mike Coleman, SVP for Strategic Partnerships at the international security company Global Guardian and our guest on this episode of Beyond the OR. If you’ve never considered prepping yourself before travel and don’t have a go-to resource, here’s why you might regret it should you hit a bump – big or small. “When you’re in the middle of a crisis you need … something that gives you comfort,” observes co-host Elizabeth Morales. “It’s not just the physicality of everything (Global Guardian) does. It’s also that emotional support that you need in the case of an emergency.” The unexpected is just that, but Mike, a former Green Beret, and the entire team at Global Guardian (made up primarily of military and law enforcement veterans) have the depth of expertise and international network you need to enjoy peace of mind. Find out what measures you can take to mitigate risk or secure first-responder medical support in times of need and hear the dramatic story of how Dr. B, his wife and their group of traveling companions were safely and quickly evacuated off  a devastated Moroccan mountainside in the middle of the night, thanks to Global Guardian’s network of trusted operatives. These are the people, says Dr. B, that you want on speed dial when you’re under duress and don’t have a plan. Global Guardian is prepared to swoop into 135 countries, providing whatever resources necessary to ensure your safety. Tune in and find out how to get more information about navigating the unpredictable. Says our guest: “The world is not getting any better, or safer.”

Wherever you’re headed in the world, here’s a contact worth having on hand! Reach Global Guardian’s security support website at this link or dial in direct at +1-703-566-9463. You can also click here to check out real-time examples of their medical and emergency services.

 Want to reach out to Dr. B? You can make an appointment here or call his office directly at 310-777-5400 to start a conversation about whatever cosmetic, reconstructive or related issue is on your mind!

On this very special episode of Beyond the O.R., Kevin and Shannon Stacy pull back the curtain on the personal struggles that members of the Special Operations warfare community and their families face, often in isolation. Dr. Kevin Brenner invites the couple to share the important work being done by The Station Foundation, the nonprofit support organization they founded to serve returning veterans through creative, healing, hands-on programs. Shannon, whose debilitating BII (Breast Implant Illness) Dr. B treated with amazing results (through his work with Valor for Life), gives us a very vulnerable look at the impacts on children whose fathers are constantly on missions and the ways in which we can offer support to the stoic women holding the home front together while their husbands are away. You will learn about the remarkable world of Special Operations and the community of people helping returning warriors to navigate the rough terrain. Reintegrating into civilian life has challenged generations of veterans, many of whom struggle in the shadows with minimal support from the VA system or a patchwork of Band-Aid remedies. The Montana-based Station Foundation offers a completely different model for this transition, including a 10-day family bonding experience as a starting point to reset and rebuild. It’s a unique peer-based network that brings understanding, compassion and a solutions-based approach. The central goal: Bringing military families back into balance, reconnecting them with their wider communities and everyday life. “We do a really good job of going to war. Our country’s great at it,” says Kevin, a graduate of the U.S. Military Academy and helicopter pilot who served with the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment. “But we do a really bad job of coming home.” Through the work they are doing at The Station Foundation, the Stacys are part of a powerful web of nonprofits working tirelessly to turn that tide and foster conversations like this one with Dr. B and Co-host Elizabeth Morales – raising national awareness that is long overdue!

If you’d like to support the transformational work Shannon and Kevin Stacy are doing with The Station Foundation, simply click here to donate! Or send an email to this addressto find out about ways that you can contribute as a volunteer! 

Leading with both heart and mind, David Palmer is an entrepreneur whose life journey has been shaped by curiosity – and a willingness to go for it! As he shares on this info-packed episode of Beyond the O.R. with Dr. B., the most critical step towards success in life (however you define it) is staying open and striding through doors. Most recently as founder of the membership-based luxury experiential hospitality club Bernoulli | Locke, David is all about embracing opportunities to learn and grow. “You just never know,” says our guest, former president and CEO of Diamond Resorts International. His latest venture, Fanvest.io, provides the perfect platform for entering (and learning about!) the world of blockchain. David walks us through exciting developments for member-owned sports teams as well as how Web3 technology is transforming business transactions and customer interactions. Host Dr. Kevin Brenner and Co-host Elizabeth Morales, also learn about the many modalities David’s son, racecar driver Andrew Palmer, has deployed in coming back from a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) that drew the entire family closer to the plight of military veterans similarly battling their way through rehabilitation. If you’re feeling baffled by NFTs and crypto, welcome to the most user-friendly explanation you’ve ever heard. And if you’re looking for inspiration, you’ll find David Palmer’s humility, curiosity and entrepreneurial vision are just what the doctor ordered! 

Click here to learn much more about Andrew Palmer’s amazing race driving career, including as an official Lamborghini GT3 Junior driver. And if you’d like to support veterans and enjoy some amazing java, check out Black Rifle Coffee, a veteran-owned and operated company that dedicates a percentage of its profits directly to services for those who have suffered physical or emotional trauma in the line of duty.

Dr. Nikki Arguinzoni-Gil is a licensed Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine in California. Dr. Nikki graduated from Seattle University with a Bachelor's of Science degree in Pre-medicine/General Science and minors in Biology, Chemistry, and Psychology. She later attended world renowned, Bastyr University, where she obtained her Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine. 
East meets West on this episode of Beyond the O.R. when Dr. Kevin Brenner welcomes Dr. Nikki Arguinzoni-Gil, a naturopath who brings a holistic element to traditional western medical treatment. Her focus is on complementary modalities that integrate all aspects of well-being – emotional, physical, psychological, even spiritual. You won’t want to miss this lively exchange between one of LA’s top plastic surgeons and one of LA’s top holistic practitioners. Dr. Nikki – as she is known – plays an important role on Dr. B’s breast health team, melding science with her knowledge of nature-based interventions. She gives us a window into how her approach, based in ancient traditions, uncovers clues to what’s ailing patients and builds on western medical practices with powerful results. We’re learning, among other things, about the role of herbs, vitamin supplements and the impacts our gut health can have on everything from immune function to mood and longevity. We also get an interesting perspective from Dr. B, whose traditional med school education gave only passing attention to the naturopathic practices Dr. Nikki brings to their collaboration. This dynamic duo is all about promoting optimal health and offering practical strategies to help us achieve the wellness we all desire! 

We’re issuing a call to action on this very special episode of Beyond the O.R. with Dr. B, featuring a woman whose organization is creating transformational moments of relief for kids battling chronic, often life-threatening illnesses. Evelyn Iocolano, Co-Founder and Executive Director of the Lollipop Theater Network, shares the moving story of how she and her team have come to deliver first-run, top-flight entertainment to hospital bedsides. In addition to securing the right to show films that are barely in movie theaters, Lollipop has also developed online programming that brings celebrity storytelling, animation classes and chats with big-screen heroes to kids stuck in sterile health care facilities all around the nation. It’s an irresistibly feel-good nonprofit that has enlisted big support and big hearts among Hollywood’s entertainment elite. Everyone from Zendaya to Tim Allen to the Jonas Brothers and Hugh Jackman have gone all in, bringing delight (and star-struck surprise) to the faces of young patients whose lives can often feel isolated, monotonous or outright bleak. “We believe it helps with their healing,” says Evelyn, whose acting aspirations have for now taken a backseat to her passion for sharing the joy. “It changes your perspective and spirit.” Learn how Evelyn keeps her batteries charged and why the moments of grace are enough to keep volunteers going on even the toughest days. You’ll come away from this conversation ready to roll up your sleeves and contribute, whether through a donation of any size, getting a program started in your hometown or – most important of all – posting about all things #LollipopTheaterNetwork on all your favorite social media platforms! Be part of this contagiously positive effort to give kids battling acute conditions (and the people who love and care for them) the chance to forget where they are and what they’re up against while enjoying some good, old-fashioned Hollywood magic!

 Feeling moved by Evelyn’s amazing nonprofit? (And who wouldn’t be?) You’re in good company! Visit this link to learn more, find out about celebrity sponsors, get involved and make a contribution!

 You can also follow video stories about the many ways in which celebrities like Anne Hathaway and the Jonas Brothers have been part of the healing process through their outreach among hospitalized kids around the country. It’s all available at the Lollipop Theater Network’s inspiring YouTube channel.

 Most importantly, something everyone can do to help: Follow @LollipopTheater on social media and share their information with friends. You can help spread the word – and the love – across platforms like FacebookandInstagram! The more followers, the more buzz and sponsorship! 

It’s old home week as Dr. B welcomes his childhood friend, Johnnie Raines, one of the talented group behind Jennifer Hudson’s successful new talk show. Our guest is stopping by Beyond the O.R. to share his fascinating journey from college journalism and philosophy major to joining the writers on staff at General Hospital to transitioning into the role of casting director at the dawn of reality TV, getting inside The Bachelor franchise in its infancy. Along with Co-Hosts Dr. Kevin Brenner and Elizabeth Morales, Johnnie goes deep on some of his favorite philosophers and what he appreciates about their common message: The world is constantly evolving (which means it’s up to us to get in the flow). You’ll also learn about the skill sets that set Johnnie up for success both as an executive and as a producer of both traditional content; top tips for distinguishing yourself at your next audition; and what it feels like going from being an entrepreneurial “one-man band” to joining a legacy production team at Warner Brothers, where The Jennifer Hudson Show was just renewed for a second season. While Johnnie opted not to perform his cartwheel on roller skates this time around, there’s always his next visit!

This episode of Beyond the OR features rat-a-tat-tat advice from Marki Costello, a one-of-a-kind guru who knows what it takes to ignite our true star power. An entertainment industry veteran (and granddaughter of famed comedian Lou Costello), she has coached (and turbocharged) generations of would-be stars in the art of (among other things) hosting. She has coached more on-air talent and celebrities than anyone in the business present or past and is the go-to coaching guru for NBC, ABC, FOX, Warner Bros, QUIBI, and E!. Our host, Dr. Kevin Brenner and co-host, Elizabeth Morales, are getting an inside look at key differentiators and other secrets Marki teaches through her popular Become a Host boot camp training. Her clients come away with not only actionable ideas for promoting their platforms but also a clear roadmap to optimize their brands online and in person. You’ll learn about the journey Marki has taken from her early (and key) role in the world of reality TV and game shows to her current role as an influential media trainer giving many successful hosts (including Elizabeth) an edge in today’s competitive market. Her tips focus on, among other things, the importance of actively listening and knowing how to make conversations flow naturally through authenticity and intuition. Influencers (and micro-influencers) are making huge sums for their commentary in 2023 – but only those equipped with the skills, strategies and insights that Marki provides. Here’s where you join that growing list of breakthrough online personalities!

Are you ready to polish up (or establish) your brand? Raise your profile (and revenue) on social media? Then check out Marki’s one- and two-day boot camp offerings at this link. Or follow her on Instagram @BecomeaHost to keep up with what’s new and noteworthy in her world! 

Welcome back to Beyond the O.R., which is honoring skin cancer awareness month with a very special episode featuring our host, Dr. Kevin Brenner and his across-the-hall colleague and collaborator – a skin cancer surgeon at the top of his game. Dr. Andrew Breithaupt of Dermatology Associates Medical Group is a specialist in Mohs surgery, a highly skilled approach to treating skin cancers that uses real-time lab results and tissue-sparing techniques with cosmetically desirable results. The two Dr. Bs are sharing important information about how you can stay on top of both skin cancer detection and that all-important prevention, including what constitutes a robust mole check, how sunscreen ingredients differ and why genetic factors (such as skin tone or eye color) deserve our attention. You’ll also come away with the ABCD and E of self-screening for anything suspicious. And when in doubt? Use the month of May as an annual reminder: Is it time for you to schedule an appointment to have a dermatologist give you a thorough screening? Listen to this episode and you’ll answer with a resounding, “Yes!”

Further Resources:

• Find Dr. Andrew Breithaupt of Dermatology Associates Medical Group, https://www.derm90210.com/
• Find out more about the U.S. Preventative Services Task Force and screening recommendations.
• More about the Fitzpatrick Skin Type classification system.
• Check out Dr. Breithaupt’s research and publications at this link.