In this episode, Dr. Nishi Bhopal MD, an integrative psychiatrist and sleep medicine physician, speaks with Dr. Caissa Troutman MD, an obesity medicine physician, women’s hormone specialist, and CBT-i practitioner, and founder of Weight reMDy in Pennsylvania, offering both in-person and telehealth services. Dr. Troutman shares her personal journey with obesity, her significant weight loss, and how this inspired her to specialize in obesity medicine and women’s hormone therapy. She discusses the interconnectedness of her specialties and how her personal experiences influence her professional approach. Dr. Troutman explains how the Clinical Sleep Kit program has enhanced her understanding and management of sleep issues in her practice. She highlights the importance of addressing sleep as a crucial component of overall health, especially in relation to obesity and menopause. Dr. Troutman shares how the CSK program’s practical tips, community support, and access to experts in sleep medicine have been invaluable to her practice, including having a network of professionals to consult and learn from, ultimately enhancing her confidence and competence in treating sleep disorders. Dr. Troutman advises physicians to join the Clinical Sleep Kit program, citing the significant return on investment in terms of knowledge and patient care. She also encourages patients struggling with obesity and sleep issues to seek specialized help and avoid self-blame, emphasizing the complexity of these conditions and the need for professional support.