Doc On The Road
Dr. John is a 100% P&T disabled American Veteran of the US Army Paratroopers, a doctor of psychology, and Veteran Coach Manager at VA Claims Insider (VACI). Now he’s on a mission to help other veterans heal through self-therapy by traveling across America with one goal: speaking at every stop about how we can all be better caregivers for our own mental health! Listen to Dr. John! New episodes every Tuesday! If you are a veteran and have filed a VA disability claim, have been denied, have received a low rating, or you’re unsure how to get started, reach out to VACI. Click on the link and sign up https://www.docontheroad.com/
Episodes
81 episodes
Goodbye!
Now, as I go through this, you might find it a bit different from what you're accustomed to. Change is inevitable, and sometimes it's necessary to step aside to allow new blood and ideas to build upon existing foundations.*********&...
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Season 5
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Episode 15
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12:43
Get Moving!
Traveling through Texas, I found myself in Liberty Hill – as American as it gets. The way this town honors and supports veterans is truly remarkable, and it's been a pleasure to experience.********* Got some questions? I’d ...
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Season 5
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Episode 14
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8:04
Click Bait
Now, as I've been traveling and meeting people, I want to discuss something and hopefully inspire you not to fall into the trap of what I call clickbait. They post sensational content, prompting you to click on their site by suggesting issues w...
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Season 5
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Episode 13
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8:50
The Mirror
I've had discussions, including one with a veteran asking about motivation. I use the mirror technique: spend five minutes each morning talking to yourself in the mirror to stay focused on your goals.********* Got some ques...
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Season 5
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Episode 12
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8:39
Don't Let the Old Man In Part 2
Last week's episode delved into the backstory of "Don't Let the Old Man In," Clint Eastwood's connection, and how Toby Keith wrote the song. This is part two. Connect with the veteran community for valuable support. Visit the VA or chat with ve...
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Season 5
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Episode 11
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7:24
Don't Let the Old Man In
Exciting topic today from Dallas, Texas! It's a fantastic place for me with my love for the Cowboys, Stars, and Rangers. Stay active, engaged, keep moving, and keep those blood and brainwaves flowing right.*********Got some question...
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Season 5
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Episode 10
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8:09
Always Stay In The Fight!
After traveling through Florida, I couldn't resist exploring a place that's always intrigued me – New Orleans. Something about the history and unity during the battles there speaks volumes, sending a powerful message to us all.*********...
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Season 5
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Episode 9
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14:22
Bullies!
I actually have a different kind of message or concept that I'd like to discuss today: taking a proactive stance against the bullies. Go ahead and ensure that you stand up to them if they're causing trouble or creating situations that halt or d...
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Season 5
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Episode 8
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8:27
What Will Be Your Story?
I got an interesting subject for you today because I know that we've covered a lot of areas just in the last couple of weeks and I want to help you get To be part of this community that does create positive thoughts, positive actions for Americ...
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Season 5
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Episode 7
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8:44
Excuse, excuse, excuse
I'm seeing some veterans here at VA Claims Insider that have a lot of excuse in continuing their VA claims. Maybe they can't move forward in writing their statement. Why not? That's my first question. Why not? It just shocks me. ...
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Season 5
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Episode 6
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11:53
It Is Time To Make A Move
Now, there's a series of questions that have been flying around a lot lately, especially since the VA has come out with all these proposals that have been out for a while. My advice, you need to go ahead and sign up with VA Claims Insider. ...
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Season 5
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Episode 5
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13:26
Relax!
I've spent my Christmas and New Year at Destin Florida and the really cool part about this place is the white beach. I got the opportunity to relax. And I don't know about you guys, but when I get to a situation and I start relaxing, a lot of d...
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Season 5
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Episode 4
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18:07
Teamwork!
In this episode, I got a special guest for you my brothers and sisters in uniform! The resident expert on TBI at VA Claims Insider is here! Matter of fact, he's taught me a lot of stuff about TBIs and how important they are and how we really ne...
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Season 5
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Episode 3
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9:52
Strategy
In filling for VA claims, there's a number of different things that actually come together, but the most important thing is you need to have a strategy that puts all these pieces together, puts all this stuff together.This ensures that y...
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Season 5
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Episode 2
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10:01
Season 5 Opening
My brothers and sisters in uniform, thank you for all your support and joining me in this journey. Welcome to Season 5!I am excited with what I’m gonna share with you guys as I visit and meet people from different places. In...
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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7:38
Season 4 Recap: Advise to Carry You to the Next Level
My brothers and sisters in uniform, we’ve come down to the end of Season 4! This past season we’ve discussed a few things and had guests who imparted their knowledge to us!As we recap and look back, I am grateful for your continued suppo...
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Season 4
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Episode 16
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17:22
3 from the Hundo Club!
A special episode for you my brothers and sisters in uniform, with our very own Veteran Coach Managers Stacey Allen and Caleb MacLagan! We are all part of the Hundo Club and to those of you don’t know what that is, it’s what we call when vetera...
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Season 4
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Episode 15
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19:20
The Gameplan!
Last episode we talked about the SEM Method which stands for Strategy, Education and Medical Evidence. Prior to that method, we have what we call the “Gameplan” which is basically the list of conditions that a veteran is eligible to go after.
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Season 4
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Episode 14
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12:35
The SEM Method
In filing for VA claims, there's a process that we use here at VA Claims Insider. It's called the SEM method. That's S-E-M, stands for Strategy, Education and Medical evidence.This method works in a way to where it covers all the bases. ...
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Season 4
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Episode 13
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23:26
Higher Level Review (Along with updates for Doc on the Road)
When your cable went out and you called the customer service and you don't get the right answer from the person you're talking to, what's the first thing you always say? I want to talk to your manager. That’s the same type of situation with the...
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Season 4
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Episode 12
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15:59
The Veteran Community
I met a Canadian veteran when I visited the National Veterans Museum and had a really interesting conversation. But there was one thing that he talked he talked about American veterans being tighter as a community. And then that actually brough...
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Season 4
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Episode 11
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15:48
Choose Your Path
In filing for VA claims there are various ways you can go about it. You can connect with a VSO to help you, maybe a lawyer. Some immerse themselves in forums online to get information. Some get connected with an education-based coaching and con...
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Season 4
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Episode 10
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21:31
Doing It The Right Way
When I visited the American Indian Museum, I noticed a lot of things there to where if things could have been just done a little bit differently, if there could have been just a little bit more respect for both sides, we probably wouldn't have ...
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Season 4
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Episode 9
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20:26
