On October 26th, 2022, we hosted a webinar, “Putting Women’s Health on the Ballot”, where 11 experts joined me in 4 separate panels to discuss the various ways that policy impacts on women’s health.  The panel that follows discussed the importance of voting down the ballot, as well as how to work with politicians after the election to raise awareness and take action on women’s health issues.  You’ll even hear how to make a voting action plan.

It’s no surprise that there are differences between men and women when it comes to health and medical issues.  But what may surprise you is that hormones aren’t the only story.  Our genes play a big role as well.  New research is uncovering how these sex differences affect our health.  This knowledge could lead to new—and more effective– ways of diagnosing and treating disease. Tune in to hear a leading scientist talk about the newest research findings.  We’ll also talk about the role of women in science and why they are important to improving everyone’s health.

The midterm elections are right around the corner and women’s health is on the ballot. We’re not just talking reproductive rights, but also policies that impact research, innovation, and access to care.  Join Dr. Krockover as she talks about how you can have an impact on these policies and how you can register for an upcoming webinar on the topic.

Taking control of our contraception has never been more critical. Our guest, Sophia Yen, MD, MPH, is an expert and an entrepreneur who has made contraception more accessible and affordable. Dr. Yen is the CEO and Co-Founder of PandiaHealth.com, an online birth control delivery company that strives to assist women in getting the care and medication they need. Whether you are going through the menopause transition or want more information for the younger women in your life, you won’t want to miss this episode.

Have you ever visited your doctor and left feeling as though your concerns were ignored and unheard? You may have even left your appointment with no resolution, your symptoms blamed on hormones, stress, or even your imagination! Mitzi Krockover, MD, shares her thoughts on medical gaslighting and suggestions on what to do if you find yourself in this situation.

Are you ready to dive into the world of policy and legislation surrounding women’s health care and learn how you can make a difference?  It can feel overwhelming to know where to start when it comes to advocating for causes that are important to you.  Liz Powell, ESQ., MPH, is the Founder and President of G2G Consulting and a former legislative director on Capitol Hill. During this episode, she shares her experience raising government funding and crafting policy changes for health care issues. She also offers our listeners insight into the gaps in women’s research, barriers to innovation and tips on advocating for change.

Wondering if you’re entering menopause – or already in it?  Well, there’s an app for that! We invited Ann Garnier, Founder and CEO of Lisa Health, to share more information on the new menopause navigation app, Midday. This app leverages AI and sensor technology to support women on their menopause journey, providing the right intervention at the right time.

Do you know what integrative medicine is and how it can be used to enhance women’s health care? We invited Dr. Denise Millstine, Director Integrative Medicine & Health, Consultant in Women’s Health Internal Medicine, Assistant Professor of Medicine at Mayo Clinic in Arizona, to explain this approach to improving well-being. During this episode, Dr. Millstine also provides tips on how to select a practitioner for your care and easy ways to integrate healthy practices into your life.

Do you have symptoms of perimenopause? Do you even know what those symptoms are? So many women suffer from hot flashes, mood changes, body changes, thinking something’s wrong with them, but not knowing precisely what it is. Our guest Lesley Salem, Founder of Over the Bloody Moon, a menopause support organization, decided she wanted to start the conversation around these transitions when she experienced them for herself. Where she chose to have the conversations may surprise you.

It’s no secret that a good tune or certain background music can elevate your mood and ability to focus. But did you know that there’s a science to that? Our guest, Jamie Pabst, Founder, and CEO of Spiritune, has harnessed that science and created an app that can measurably improve well-being. Listen for a special offer from Spiritune. Please visit Beyond the Paper Gown for more details on this episode the Beyond the Paper Gown podcast series.

The Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v Wade will have wide-reaching effects, impacting our economy, businesses, and even an individual’s socioeconomic status. In episode four of this four-part series on the “aftershocks” of the Dobbs decision, we discuss the economic and social consequences, from generational poverty to the underfunding of women’s health companies. Our guests in this episode are Delphine O’Rourke, Goodwin LLP Partner, Women’s Health & Wellness/Healthcare Adjunct Professor, Columbia Law School, Joelle Abramowitz , PhD, Economist, University of Michigan, and Cindy Adam, FNP, Co-Founder & CEO, Choix. Please visit Beyond the Paper Gown for more details on this episode and the Beyond the Paper Gown podcast.

The Supreme Court’s overturn of Roe v Wade has far-reaching consequences in the areas of health, rights, privacy, and economics. To address these issues, we invited 11 expert panelists to speak on these topics to offer their insights and provide ways in which we can take action. In episode three of this four-part series, we discuss the privacy concerns of this decision including HIPAA policies and data collection on apps. We also share tips on how to better protect your private health care information and reduce your data footprint. Our guests in this episode are Blair Hirst, CEO and Founder of Digital Health Review, Lara Compton member at Mintz, Levin, Cohn, Ferris, Glovsky and Popeo, P.C., and Stephanie Humphrey, Technology and Lifestyle Expert, and Author. Please visit Beyond the Paper Gown for more details on this episode and the Beyond the Paper Gown podcast.