When you meet Lindsay “LOO” O’Neill-O’Keefe, the first thing you notice is the energy. Not the rushed, frenetic energy of someone hustling for relevance, but the grounded clarity of a woman who has rebuilt her life and her biology with intention. She carries the kind of presence that makes people listen more closely. Something is happening here. Something new. Something worth paying attention to. Lindsay “LOO” O’Neill-O’Keefe is not yet a household name in wellness or longevity, but she is rapidly emerging as one of the most compelling new voices in culinary medicine and biohacking. She is the founder of Wellness Eternal, the architect behind The Biohacking Index, host of the number one rated podcast Optimize WE, a global speaker who has appeared on the TEDx and Gaia stages, and the author of Biohacking Breakfast: Faith, Family & Food to Live Better, Not Just Longer, now available on Amazon. She is now bringing that perspective to TopDoctor Magazine, where she will write in-depth features spotlighting best-in-class wellness and biohacking companies from the Biohacking Index. These features pair verified outcomes and data with insights from leading physicians and clinical experts who help validate what works, what is emerging, and what deserves careful scrutiny. Her credibility does not come from viral trends or paid influence. It comes from lived experience, rigorous training, and an origin story that forced her to confront the limits of human physiology long before she ever planned to enter the health world.
Dr. Robert Martino is not your typical dentist. While he still carries the title and possesses the deep understanding of oral health that comes with decades of experience in the field, his role has evolved. Today, he’s the CEO, the “takes-care-of-all-the-crap guy,” as he jokingly put it, behind a thriving multi-office dental practice and the innovative oral care product, OraCare. His journey, sparked by a simple observation during a high school romance and fueled by relentless curiosity, has led him down a path of entrepreneurial success and a genuine desire to elevate the standard of patient care. A true entrepreneur, Dr. Martino has taken what he learned in dentistry and applied it to other endeavors. He is the founder and CEO of EASW, an international aircraft maintenance company. He also runs a statewide marketing company and is the founder of Freedom Day USA, a national charity that gives back to veterans, military members, and their families. Although he is very proud of being a dentist, it was just the start. From Small-Town Roots to Multi-Practice Leadership Dr. Martino’s entry into dentistry wasn’t a lifelong aspiration rooted in family tradition. Instead, it was sparked by the seemingly straightforward life of his high school girlfriend’s father, a dentist. “He would come home like clockwork at the end of the day after working in his dental practice, and I liked that,” Dr. Martino recalled with a chuckle, acknowledging the naïve simplicity of his initial perception. After dental school, he always intended to return to his hometown in central West Virginia. Starting with a single office that quickly became insufficient for a growing partnership, Dr. Martino and his partner strategically expanded, eventually building a network of seven thriving dental practices. For the past two decades, however, Dr. Martino’s focus has shifted from direct patient care to the operational and strategic aspects of the business. “I haven’t seen patients in twenty years. I’ve shifted to fully focusing on my responsibilities as CEO,” he explained, highlighting his role in managing HR, finances, and the myriad details that allow his clinical team to focus solely on providing exceptional patient care.
From Iowa Roots to Global Health Innovations Dr. Richard Downs, DDS, FAGD, FICOI, D-GMDIA, D-ASBA, embodies a remarkable journey of dedication and innovation within the realm of dental health and beyond. In an insightful conversation, Dr. Downs shared his life trajectory, from his formative years in rural Iowa to his distinguished career as a practicing dentist and his current groundbreaking work in developing wellness solutions. His story is a testament to a relentless pursuit of knowledge and a profound commitment to improving the well-being of others. Growing up in a small town, Dr. Downs experienced the close-knit fabric of a rural community. “I grew up in a little town called Montour, Iowa, right next to a reservation. My dad was good friends with the Native Americans living there. Montour was a rural small town with approximately 200 people,” he said. This upbringing instilled in him a grounded perspective that would undoubtedly shape his interactions with patients and colleagues throughout his career. His academic path led him through Montour Grade School and Marshalltown High School before he earned his Bachelor of Science and Doctor of Dental Surgery degrees from the University of Iowa. Even in his early academic pursuits, a spark of innovation was evident. “I spent two years at the community college in Marshalltown with a Workship Scholarship in chemistry. That is how I got interested in developing products. My chemistry background from the Workship Scholarship ignited my interest in innovation.” Following dental school, Dr. Downs dedicated three years to serving as a Navy dental officer, an experience he recalls with pride. “I practiced three years in the Navy, right after dental school. I enjoyed my stay there. It was a great experience that I would do all over again.” This period not only refined his dental expertise but also instilled a sense of discipline and self-assurance. Reflecting on his decision to establish his own private practice in Iowa in 1978, he stated, “I felt more confident than most people who just started their practice immediately after graduation from dental school.” After a distinguished 42 years in private practice, Dr. Downs retired from clinical dentistry in 2020. However, his passion for enhancing health and well-being ignited a new chapter focused on product development.
A Note from the Editor The team at TopDoctor Magazine recently had the opportunity to have a conversation with Robert F. Kennedy Jr. about the future of the American healthcare system and how it affects our readers and American citizens as a whole. Our publisher and editing team, along with our partner Craig Handley from SocialClose Marketing and partners at Strive Compounding Pharmacy Nathan Hill, Zach Shurtleff, and Matthew Montes De Oca, all expressed the desire to change how health and wellness are currently being approached in the United States and recognized RFK Jr.’s concerted efforts to steer the country to better health. James P. Bradley, a candidate for the US Senate in California, is a close friend of RFK Jr. Together, they are dedicated to fighting for health freedoms in California and across the nation. Mr. Bradley introduced RFK Jr. and provided insight into the ongoing conflicts surrounding government overreach on patients’ and doctors’ rights. With over 30 years of experience in the healthcare industry, Mr. Bradley has served as a senior executive officer, focusing on restoring the sanctity and protection of patient and doctor relationships while advancing medical innovations. He remains committed to his advocacy work alongside Mr. Kennedy, supporting the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) initiative. We are grateful to James for coming alongside TopDoctor Magazine and its goal to foster connections within the health and wellness community and empower our readers to make well-informed healthcare and lifestyle decisions by introducing us to RFK Jr. At TopDoctor Magazine, we realize it will take a bi-partisan, all-hands-on-deck approach to MAKE AMERICA HEALTHY AGAIN. We appreciate the fact that RFK Jr. was able to lead this effort by reaching across the aisle to Donald J. Trump to work together for the health of all Americans. This interview has the beginning of the answers to America’s health crisis, and we at TopDoctor Magazine are here to spread the common sense message of living a healthy lifestyle.
