Welcome to part two of our conversation with Mary O’Connor, MD, Co-founder and Chief Medical Officer, Vori Health; co-author of Taking Care of You: The Empowered Woman’s Guide to Better Health. In this episode, we delve deeper into musculoskeletal health challenges and women, and how Vori Health’s team approach is transforming the delivery of healthcare. Dr. O’Connor shares her insights on when to consult an orthopedic surgeon versus a primary care physician, the over-utilization of advanced imaging and surgery, and the importance of a biopsychosocial approach to care. Join us as we explore a new and innovative way to address problems of the musculoskeletal system.

There are differences between males and females with respect to our muscles, joints and bones.  Knowing this can help you avoid pain and discomfort. You won’t want to miss this episode of Beyond the Paper Gown! Dr. Mitzi Krockover sits down with Mary O’Connor, MD, Co-founder and Chief Medical Officer, Vori Health; co-author of “Taking Care of You: The Empowered Woman’s Guide to Better Health”, to discuss the differences in musculoskeletal health between men and women and how to prevent and treat common issues as well as how –and from whom–to get care when you need it. Plus, Dr. O’Connor shares insights from her co-authored book, Taking Care of You: The Empowered Woman’s Guide to Better Health which offers practical tips for maintaining optimal health. So, tune in to this engaging and informative conversation and take the first step towards better musculoskeletal health!

Welcome to Stress 101! In this episode, we’ll discuss what stress is, how it affects our physical and mental health, and ways to manage it. We’ll explore the “flight or fight” response, the impact of stress hormones on our bodies, and how chronic stress can lead to long-term health problems. Tune in to learn practical tips for reducing stress and improving your overall health.

Welcome to Beyond the Paper Gown, where we go beyond the surface level of healthcare and explore the issues that impact patients and providers alike. In this episode, we’ll be discussing the all too common issue of patients feeling unheard and dismissed by their doctors as well as what we can do to get the care we need. Our guest, Angela Marshall, MD, FACP, is a practicing physician and author of the book, Dismissed: Tackling the Biases That Undermine our Health Care. She provides insights on why patients may feel dismissed and specific ways to can advocate to get the care you need. We’ll also dive into the health consequences of patients dismissing the healthcare system and how we can all work together for better health outcomes.

In this episode of Beyond the Paper gown, we’re joined by renowned dermatologist Dr. Monica K. Li to discuss the latest advancements in cosmetic dermatology, including Botox, dermal fillers, chemical peels, and  laser therapy. We also address concerns specific to women of color and offer advice on how to choose a practitioner. If you missed our first episode on skincare, be sure to check it out too. Don’t forget to subscribe to our podcast and newsletter for the latest updates.

Welcome to Beyond the Paper Gown, a podcast hosted by Dr. Mitzi Krockover, where she chats with renowned dermatologist and skincare expert, Dr. Monica Li, to discuss the latest techniques and tips for maintaining healthy and youthful-looking skin as we age. In this episode, Dr. Li offers advice on how to maintain skin health through daily regimens and lifestyle changes. The second episode will review options like laser and micro needling and how to choose the right practitioner for your skincare needs. Tune in to learn from leading professionals in women’s health and don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platform.

Strength training can help prevent muscle and bone loss, increase metabolism and generally make us feel more confident in our own body. And it’s never too late – or too early – to start. Our guest, Nathan Michaels, an LA-based personal trainer, shares tips on starting a safe and effective strength training program, as well as advice on sleep and nutrition. Tune in for strategies on getting stronger and healthier while having fun.

Do you ever wish you had a guidebook that could help you learn more about your health and how to navigate the healthcare system? Well, good news, in this episode we talk to Kanwal L Haq, MS, Medical Anthropologist, Co-Author of Taking Care of You: The Empowered Woman’s Guide to Better Health, which is a book that does just that. Hear more about the key themes and insights from her book, including the importance of self care, the benefits of a healthy lifestyle, as well as the ways you can take an active role in your own health and well being.

Welcome to the second part of an interview with John La Puma, MD, Founder, Chef Clinic and Co-Founder, ChefMD.com. In the previous episode, we talked about the importance of food to our health and ways to incorporate healthy choices that reduce our risk of disease and make us feel better. In this episode, we talk about the benefits of nature on our health and how to incorporate more aspects of it into our lives. In fact, we discussed seasonal affective disorder or “SAD” and the natural way it can be treated. One way we can blend a healthy diet with getting out into nature is through farming, and Dr. La Puma also provides some firsthand information on that.

If your doctor writes a prescription for a medication, you’d get it filled and take it right? But what if the doctor gave you a prescription for food? Would you be surprised? Our guest today, John La Puma, MD, Founder, Chef Clinic and Co-Founder, ChefMD.com, does just that. He writes prescriptions for recipes that he feels are just as medically healing as some of the drugs he prescribes. He also recommends forest bathing and regenerative farming and has the evidence to prove that they can be beneficial to our health as well. Don’t worry if you don’t know what those things are. We’ve got you covered in the second part of this two-episode interview, so make sure to listen to both episodes. In fact, grab a cup of tea and a healthy snack, and sit outside if the weather’s good while we talk to a pioneer in the field of culinary medicine and more.

If you’ve gone to the doctor and been frustrated by a lack of options, then you’ve probably experienced the effects of a lack of research on women’s health and the impact of certain diseases on women. Unfortunately, it wasn’t until 1993 that a law was passed to ensure the inclusion of women and other underrepresented groups in health research. Many of us see this as an essential health equity issue. But you may be surprised to learn that it also affects our country’s economy, impacting all of us, regardless of biological sex or gender. Our guest today, Carolee Lee, Founder, Women’s Health Access Matters, created this organization dedicated to understanding the financial impact of a lack of funding for women’s health research and developing solutions to address this critical issue. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation on the importance of women’s health research and the economic impact of closing the gender health gap.

Heart disease is the number one killer of women, yet many women are unaware of their risk or may be dismissed by health care providers when they complain about their symptoms. Perhaps, not surprisingly, outcomes for women are worse than those for men. Celina Gorre is CEO of WomenHeart, a non-profit organization whose mission is to improve the lives of women with or at risk for heart disease while fighting for equity in heart health. In this podcast episode, we talk about the many ways WomenHeart brings awareness of this critical issue to women, lawmakers and the public, by women who have experienced their own heart health challenges. Tune in to learn what we all can do to help women everywhere get the care they deserve.