From Engineering to Healing: Lessons in Peak Performance from Dr. Jo Polich
In conversation with Dr. Jo Polich: Bridging Engineering and Natural Healing for Inflammation, Recovery, and Entrepreneurial Resilience
Dr. Jo Polich describes how her daughter’s unexplained illness led her to try homeopathy for the first time—an experience that set her on a path from respected engineer to misunderstood healer. The surprising success of that remedy sparked a deeper exploration.
She applied her analytical background to study homeopathy at a molecular level, developing a passion for natural healing for inflammation. Her breakthrough came when she formulated a high-potency Arnica-based topical patch that showed extraordinary results.
After rupturing her own ACL, she used the patch and shocked orthopedic experts with minimal swelling and fast recovery—results that drew attention from pharmaceutical leaders and clinicians alike.
She shares the loneliness of building a business in a field often dismissed by science, navigating skepticism, rejection, and divorce—all while staying committed to healing others through this discovery.
Her message to others: you don’t need to believe in homeopathy. Just try it, evaluate its results, and let your body tell the truth. Because what works, works.
Throughout the episode, Dr. Polich underscores the importance of balance in an entrepreneur’s life. She reflects on her experiences managing stress, family commitments, and business demands while staying aligned with her values.
Her groundbreaking work in homeopathy emerged from a combination of personal need and professional insight. By bridging engineering analysis with homeopathic principles, she developed innovative solutions that earned recognition even among skeptics.
Key Takeaways
1. Curiosity Converts
Dr. Polich's journey began not with belief, but with desperation and curiosity.
She didn't “believe” in homeopathy—until a remedy resolved her daughter's condition after months of failed medical attempts. That moment awakened a mission.
Healing often begins where science runs out.
Stay open to what works, even if you don’t yet understand it.
Curiosity bridges skepticism and discovery.
Her engineering mind made her question, then prove.
Natural healing for inflammation starts with asking “what if?”
2. Science Behind Homeopathy
Despite its critics, Jo explains homeopathy’s possible mechanisms using real molecular science.
Using atomic force microscopy and dynamic light scattering, she and others have shown structured nano-clusters that may explain the impact of highly diluted remedies.
Her product’s effectiveness is visually proven.
Clinical trials and physician validation back it.
The body heals faster when aided, not numbed.
Natural healing works with the body, not against it.
Her methods blend research, intuition, and lived testing.
3. Skepticism and Validation
Homeopathy faces doubt—but Jo believes results speak louder than theory.
Skeptics like Dr. Roy Geronemus became believers after witnessing consistent healing outcomes. She welcomes doubt—so long as it’s open-minded.
You don’t need to believe—just observe.
One trial won’t change minds; results will.
Even leading dermatologists were won over.
Product was licensed by Allergan after rigorous vetting.
Natural healing for inflammation is real—if given a chance.
4. Entrepreneurial Loneliness
Jo’s unique combination of skills—engineering, healing, business—made her journey isolating but meaningful.
She faced resistance from both sides: business-minded skeptics and alternative healers lacking entrepreneurial vision.
Few understand both science and spirit—she does.
Trade secrets meant no one could help her solve problems.
She cried often—but never quit.
Support came from aligned doctors, not VCs.
Purpose pulled her through solitude.
5. Healing with Integrity
Jo doesn’t overpromise. Her product amplifies the body’s response—but only where healing is possible.
She clearly communicates that it doesn’t “fix” incurable conditions like arthritis or Type 1 diabetes—but it accelerates recovery from soft-tissue trauma.
Healing is amplified, not manufactured.
It won’t help where the body can’t heal itself.
Natural healing for inflammation is about restoring balance.
Her transparency builds trust and long-term impact.
Integrity is her strongest marketing tool.
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ABOUT DR. JO POLICH:
Dr. Jo Polich is a leading expert in the field of Arnica and homeopathic remedies, with a particular focus on treating sprains and strains. With over two decades of experience, Dr. Jo has developed an innovative approach that blends scientifically validated methods with traditional knowledge, resulting in highly effective treatments, especially for athletes. Her groundbreaking research has led to the creation of ActivMend, a product designed to support injury recovery by incorporating key remedies such as Rhus Tox, Ledum, and Ruta—essential for treating sprains and strains but often overlooked in conventional medicine. Former president of the Illinois Homeopathic Medical Association and a professor at the National University of Health Sciences, Dr. Jo’s unique blend of extensive scientific training and clinical experience sets her apart. Holding three engineering degrees alongside her Doctor of Chiropractic, she approaches homeopathy with a rigorous, evidence-based perspective. Her published research, including studies in collaboration with top institutions like Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, has garnered attention in premier medical journals. One of Dr. Jo’s significant achievements was securing a patent for a homeopathic product, a first in a field previously dismissed as pseudoscience by the patent office. This milestone, along with her product's acquisition by AbbVie, a major pharmaceutical company, underscores the scientific rigor behind her work. Dr. Jo’s journey into homeopathy began when her daughter, suffering from severe diarrhea, found relief through a homeopathic remedy after conventional treatments failed. This personal success ignited her curiosity and lifelong commitment to understanding homeopathy from a scientific viewpoint.