Welcome to the Get Healthy Tampa Bay Podcast with Dr. Kerry Reller! This week, I’m joined by Dr. Chinyelu Oraedu, also known as Dr. Yel’Ora, a board-certified internal medicine physician, nocturnist, and founder of a coaching program dedicated to night shift workers. In this episode, we dive into the unique health challenges faced by night workers, the impact of disrupted circadian rhythms, and strategies for thriving—both personally and professionally—while working against the clock. Dr. Yel’Ora shares her personal journey, expert tips, and a vision for a healthier night shift experience.
Dr. Chinyelu E. Oraedu, also known as Dr. Yel'Ora, is a Board-Certified Internal Medicine physician and the founder of the Dr. Yel'Ora Lifestyle & Obesity Coaching Program for Night Workers. Her innovative platform focuses on helping night shift workers regain health, lose weight, and feel confident in their appearance. Dr. Oraedu brings over two decades of clinical experience in Nigeria, Oman, and the United States, currently serving as an Academic Hospitalist-Nocturnist at Stamford Hospital, a teaching affiliate of Columbia University Irving Medical Center.
In addition to her medical practice, Dr. Oraedu is an author, speaker, and former radio host of The Night Shift Lifestyle w/Dr. Yel'Ora on WICC 600 AM. She is also an adjunct professor at Quinnipiac University's Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine, where she mentors medical students. Her professional affiliations include the American Medical Association (AMA), American College of Physicians (ACP), and Society for Hospital Medicine (SHM). She also co-chairs The Origins Art Foundation, a nonprofit that fosters creativity, innovation, and sustainability among youth.
Dr. Oraedu's passion for improving the health of night workers stems from her personal transformation during the COVID-19 pandemic. After struggling with weight gain and developing type 2 diabetes, she took accountability and worked with coaches to overhaul her lifestyle. Inspired by this journey, she created her coaching program to address the unique health challenges faced by night shift workers, promoting sustainable wellness strategies and partnering with businesses to prioritize worker health.
00:29 - Introduction of Dr. Yel'Ora
02:00 - Journey to Becoming a Nocturnist and Coach
04:45 - Challenges of the Night Shift Lifestyle
07:45 - Understanding Circadian Rhythms
11:07 - Health Risks Associated with Night Shift Work
14:51 - Key Strategies for Thriving on the Night Shift
20:20 - Sleep Tips for Night Shift Workers
24:59 - Navigating Relationships and Family Life
29:03 - How to Work with Dr. Yel'Ora
33:26 - Closing Thoughts and Key Takeaways
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