Fempower Health | A Women's Health Podcast

By Georgie KovacsHealth & Fitness Education

Fempower Health | A Women's Health Podcast episodes

March 08, 2022Endometriosis: What You Deserve to Know | Dr. Tamer Seckin
Dr. Tamer Seckin is a world-renowned endometriosis surgeon and founder of the Endometriosis Foundation of America. He is the author of The Doctor Will See you Now: Recognizing and Treating Endometriosis. In this powerful interview (a shortened version from Season 1), he describes his journey into this calling and the realities he encounters about how women with endometriosis suffer. . . and what can and should be done about it.
We discuss:
How endometriosis manifests
Options for endometriosis diagnosis
How toxins impact your body and endometriosis
Finding a surgeon specializing in endometriosis
Determining whether hysterectomy is the right decision when struggling with endometriosis
Endometriosis' impact on fertility

“One of the most common causes of repeat surgery is incomplete surgery.” - Dr. Tamer Seckin
Are there women in your life who suffer from endometriosis? All of us should be better informed to seek the right care and support other women. Share this episode with the women in your life.

Resources:
Resources and episodes on Endometriosis

Resources and episodes on Women's Health-Related Pain

Resources and episodes on Pelvic Health

Resources and episodes on Fertility and Trying to Conceive

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**Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024**

**The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor. Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. Additionally, the views expressed by the Fempower Health podcast guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.**

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43 min
March 01, 2022Dysmenorrhea & Pelvic Pain: Endometriosis, Adenomyosis & Other Causes | Dr. Dan Martin
Dr. Dan Martin is the Scientific and Medical Director for EndoFound. Forty-five peer-reviewed publications on endometriosis are included in his more than 414 publications focused on pelvic surgery for endometriosis and fertility. The prevalence of dysmenorrhea varies between 16% and 91% in women of reproductive age, with severe pain in 2%-29% of the women studied.
We discuss:
Endometriosis vs. Adenomyosis vs. Fibroids
Causes of pelvic pain
Issues with too much estrogen
How to be properly diagnosed with your pelvic pain condition
Treatments you can do at home to manage pelvic pain vs. when it is time to see a doctor
All treatment options related to pelvic pain conditions

“If pain is getting worse and not better with medication, it is not normal.” - Dr. Dan Martin
Resources
Resources and episodes on Endometriosis

Resources and episodes on Women's Health-Related Pain

Recommended Books on Pelvic Health

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More about Dr. Dan Martin
Dr Martin is Professor Emeritus, University of Tennessee Health Science Center; a community member of the Virginia Commonwealth University Institutional Review Board; and a life fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. He has been Divisional Director of Reproductive Endocrinology and Divisional Director of Minimally Invasive Surgery at the University of Tennessee and Divisional Director of Medical Education at The Johns Hopkins Medical Institutes. Dr. Martin is Past-president of the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists and the Gynecologic Laser Society.

**The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor. Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. Additionally, the views expressed by the Fempower Health podcast guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.**

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50 min
February 22, 2022Movement as Medicine | Dr. Amy Hoover & Rachel Katzman
Two guests join Fempower Health this week to speak about “movement as medicine.”
Rachel Katzman is the Co-Founder of P.volve, which started in 2017 after experiencing her own personal evolution through movement influenced by her scoliosis.
Dr. Amy Hoover is a member of the P.volve Clinical Advisory Board and owns and operates APHysio LLC, a wellness practice where she specializes in hands-on manual therapy. She also has a special interest in both pre and postnatal care and women's health, plus extensive training in pelvic floor physical therapy.
We discuss:
The reality of simply being told “just go exercise” may not be enough or the right thing for you
The foundations of proper technique and how Pvolve is unique
How to determine the right exercise for you
The future of exercise as a prescription

“The way of the future is, you go to your doctor and they give you access to a movement online that you can follow and easily check in with, and it is a part of your prescription.” - Dr. Amy Hoover
Resources
Resources and episodes on Nutrition & Exercise

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**The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor. Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. Additionally, the views expressed by the Fempower Health podcast guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.**

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36 min
February 15, 2022Sexual Wellness You Deserve | Dr. Lyndsey Harper
Dr. Lyndsey Harper is a Board Certified Ob/Gyn, Associate Professor of Ob/Gyn for Texas A&M COM, a Fellow of The American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, and a Fellow of the International Society for the Study of Women's Sexual Health. Dr. Harper is the founder and CEO of Rosy, a women’s health technology company that connects women who have sexual health concerns with hope, community, and research-backed solutions. She has been named Forbes Top 53 Women Disrupting Healthcare, People Newspapers’ 20 Under 40, a Top Innovator in North Texas for 2020 and a DBJ Top Woman in Tech.
She speaks about the following:
What sexual health and wellness is
The shocking things your OB GYN knows and doesn’t know about sexual health
How Rosy is educating women and their doctors
How to improve your sexual health, including when things like cancer, infertility, menopause, stress impact it
What “erotica as a prescription” means
Recommended resources and how they can help you, including Rosy and its classes

“There isn’t anything that doesn’t cover sexual health.” - Dr. Lyndsey Harper
Referenced in the podcast & related episodes:
Spotify Playlists: Sex Ed
Resources and episodes on Sexual Health

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**The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor. Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. Additionally, the views expressed by the Fempower Health podcast guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.**

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36 min
February 08, 2022Cancer & Preserving your Fertility | Joyce Reinecke
Joyce Reinecke champions fertility preservation for cancer patients as Executive Director at the Alliance for Fertility Preservation.
Episode Summary
Joyce Reinecke is the Executive Director of the Alliance for Fertility Preservation, a national nonprofit organization focused on all aspects of fertility preservation for cancer patients. Joyce is a long-term survivor of leiomyosarcoma who opted for embryo freezing and surrogacy to create her family. Her personal oncofertility journey informs her professional focus and her commitment as a patient advocate. Prior to her work at Fertile Hope, Joyce was a trademark attorney in Seattle, WA. She has a law degree from Fordham University, and a B.A. from Occidental College. Joyce currently lives in Lafayette, CA with her husband, John, and their twin daughters, Alexandra and Olivia.
What We Discuss
Can you get pregnant if you have cancer
Chemotherapy and fertility
Radiation and fertility
How to determine whether fertility preservation is right for you
How fertility preservation works for cancer patients
How to handle the timing of cancer treatments and fertility preservation
Fertility preservation in childhood cancer

Referenced in the podcast & related episodes:
Resolve: The National Infertility Association
Resources and episodes on Female Cancer

Resources and episodes on Fertility and Trying to Conceive

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More about Joyce
Prior to joining the AFP, Joyce was a Cancer & Fertility Advisor for the LIVESTRONG Foundation, and the Vice President of Programs for Fertile Hope.

She is a recognized leader in the field of fertility preservation who has been a featured speaker at numerous professional conferences, including ASCO, ASRM, ONS, the Oncofertility Consortium Conference, as well as serving as guest faculty for health policy graduate courses at UCSD and Northwestern. She is a co-author of the 2018 update of ASCO’s fertility guidelines, and several other publications.

**The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor. Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. Additionally, the views expressed by the Fempower Health podcast guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.**

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47 min
February 01, 2022Sex After Cancer: Navigating Menopause-Like Symptoms | Dr. Kristin Rojas
Join Dr. Kristin Rojas on the Fempower Health podcast as she discusses sex after cancer and how treatments lead to menopause-like symptoms. Learn expert advice for managing these changes.
Episode Summary
In this episode of the Fempower Health Peri/Menopause podcast, host Georgie Kovacs interviews Dr. Kristin Rojas, a fellowship-trained breast cancer surgeon and board-certified gynecologist. Dr. Rojas is the founder of the Menopause Urogenital Sexual Health and Intimacy Clinic (MUSIC), designed to help women navigate the physical and emotional changes that come with cancer treatments, including menopause and sexual health issues. She shares invaluable insights into the often-overlooked challenges women face during menopause, especially those undergoing or recovering from cancer treatments. This conversation delves into the need for greater awareness and support for women at this stage of life, highlighting practical steps to advocate for better care.
If you're seeking trusted, research-backed answers to your health concerns, or if you're a clinician looking to better support your patients, this episode is packed with crucial information on menopause, cancer recovery, and women's health advocacy.
Discussion Points:
How does menopause affect women undergoing cancer treatments?
Why isn’t there more support for women transitioning into menopause?
What can clinicians do to improve care for menopausal women, especially those affected by cancer?
How can women advocate for themselves before, during, and after cancer treatment?
What are the most common symptoms of menopause that women should be aware of?
Why is sexual health often ignored in conversations about menopause, and how can women address it with their doctors?
How can healthcare systems improve resources for women experiencing menopause and cancer-related health challenges?
What are the best treatment options for managing menopause symptoms in cancer survivors?

Referenced in the podcast & related episodes:
Learn about Dr. Rojas’ MUSIC (Menopause Eurogenital Sexual Health and Intimacy Clinic) Program
Follow Dr. Kristin Rojas on YouTube
Learn more about We Are Women’s Health and Diep C Foundation
Resources and episodes on Sexual Health

Resources and episodes on Female Cancer

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**Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024**

**The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor. Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. Additionally, the views expressed by the Fempower Health podcast guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.**

**May contain affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links**
48 min
January 25, 2022Managing Thyroid Disease: Navigating Hashimoto's and Hypothyroidism | Rachel Hill
The World Health Organization estimates that over 750 million people suffer from some sort of thyroid condition yet about 60% go undiagnosed. Rachel Hill is a highly ranked and multi award winning thyroid patient advocate, writer, speaker and author behind The Invisible Hypothyroidism. She speaks about the following:
Rachel Hill's story, including why and how she became such an influential advocate for thyroid disease
What she means by “the thyroid jigsaw puzzle”
Examples of how you can find the right pieces to your own “thyroid jigsaw puzzle”
Important details about advocating for and understanding your thyroid lab results
What the spoon theory is and how is can help transform how you speak with others about your thyroid condition
How to navigate the common feeling of isolation when struggling with symptoms of Hashimoto's and other thyroid-related conditions
Motivating tips on living your life to the fullest when struggling with thyroid disease

“For a while, I was just barely surviving; not thriving. I realized there must be answers out there somewhere. There are hundreds of thousands of people in the world with thyroid conditions— there must be people I can talk to and learn from.” - Rachel Hill
Resources:
Rachel’s Website, Newsletters, Facebook Page & Instagram
Rachel’s Books: You, Me and Hypothyroidism: When Someone You Love Has Hypothyroidism & Be Your Own Thyroid Advocate: When You’re Sick and Tired of Being Sick and Tired

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More About Rachel Hill
Rachel Hill is the highly ranked and multi-award winning thyroid patient advocate, writer, speaker and author behind The Invisible Hypothyroidism. Her thyroid advocacy work includes writing articles, authoring books, producing her Thyroid Family email newsletters and speaking on podcasts, as well as being a founding board member for the American College of Thyroidology. She is well-recognised as a crucial and influential contributor to the thyroid community and has a large social media presence.

**The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor. Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. Additionally, the views expressed by the Fempower Health podcast guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.**

**May contain affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links**
44 min
January 18, 2022What's Coming Season 3 on Fempower Health
Welcome to Season 3 of the Fempower Health Podcast, empowering women to be the CEO of their health. My women’s health expert guests and I have a lot in store this season. Example topics include:
A Unique View on Optimizing Hormone Balance
Why the Vagine Does What it Does
Exercise as a Prescription
Managing your Thyroid Disease from an Advocate Like No Other
How Cancer Can Impact your Sexual Health
Getting in Touch with your Sexiest Self
Fertility Preservation
Thank you to experts Rachel Hill, Dr. Nicole Williams, Dr. Kristin Rojas, Dr. Shawn Tassone, Dr. Lyndsey Harper, Dr. Amy Price Hoover, and Rachel Katzman for making this trailer one of the best yet. I can’t wait for your content to be published.

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January 11, 2022LISTEN AGAIN: Could Your Unresolved Symptoms Be a Thyroid Condition? | Denise Roguz
It's Thyroid Awareness Month. Whether you know you have a thyroid condition or have symptoms you can't seem to find the right answers to resolve them, this episode is for you.
Denise Roguz is the co-founder, owner, and operator of ThyroidChange. It is a collaborative network, health information website, and social media campaign. It unites an international community of medical professionals and patients under the same innovative vision: patients need personalized thyroid care for optimal wellness.

Her passion stemming from her own 17 years journey to get diagnosed and treated for her condition shines through in this episode which promises to open your eyes, educate you, and empower you on your journey.

"TSH is not the only test. It's one piece of the puzzle of maybe how or why your thyroid is working, but it's not the only one. So the question is, how do I know how my doctor is interpreting the labs?" - Denise Roguz

In this episode we cover:
Why thyroid conditions are hard to diagnose
What tests your doctor should order - it's more than TSH
Types of thyroid conditions
What to expect once you are diagnosed

Resources
Talk to your doctor printable PDF
Recommended Books on Chronic and Autoimmune Diseases

Resources and episodes on Thyroid Disease

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Subscribe and Listen: Tune in to new episodes every Tuesday by subscribing to the Fempower Health Podcast on iTunes or Spotify or your favorite podcast platform. Your regular listenership is invaluable!
Leave a Review: Help us grow by leaving a review on iTunes or Spotify. Your feedback not only supports us but also helps others discover our podcast.
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**The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor. Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. Additionally, the views expressed by the Fempower Health podcast guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.**

**Contains affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links**
35 min
January 04, 2022LISTEN AGAIN: Dispelling Myths about Your Menstrual Cycle | Amy Divaraniya
Until recently, it was thought a normal cycle for women was 28 days. While data now shows this is not the case, innovative tools continue to be developed to better understand what is "normal" for a given woman. Dr Amy Divaraniya, the CEO and co-founder of OOVA speaks with Fempower Health.
In this episode, Amy covers:
Myths about women's menstrual cycles
Surprising information OOVA is uncovering about women's cycles
Why LH is not the only important hormone for fertility
What women can do to better understand their personal “normal” cycle
The important role of progesterone

Resources
PROMISE trial
Recommended Books on Fertility / Trying to Conceive

Resources and episodes on Fertility and Trying to Conceive

If you're passionate about advancing women's health, there are many ways you can support the Fempower Health Podcast. Here's how:
Subscribe and Listen: Tune in to new episodes every Tuesday by subscribing to the Fempower Health Podcast on iTunes or Spotify or your favorite podcast platform. Your regular listenership is invaluable!
Leave a Review: Help us grow by leaving a review on iTunes or Spotify. Your feedback not only supports us but also helps others discover our podcast.
Share with Others: Spread the word by sharing episodes with friends, family, or anyone interested in women's health. Every share helps!
Engage with Our Community: Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for the latest updates and engaging content.
Stay Informed: Sign up for our weekly newsletter to receive the latest announcements, news, and research directly in your inbox.
Reach Out: We love hearing from you! Reach out for inquiries, outreach, or even to share your questions and topics of interest.

Together, let's build a stronger community dedicated to women's health. Your support is crucial in this journey!

More About Dr Amy Divaraniya
Dr. Amy Divaraniya is the CEO and Co-Founder of OOVA, a women’s health company. She has more than 10 years of experience as a data scientist and has both led and published original research in the areas of personal genomics and biomarker discovery. In 2017, Dr. Divaraniya chose to pivot her career as a data scientist and devote herself to improving women’s healthcare. After facing her own struggles with conceiving her son, Dr. Divaraniya decided to build a solution to help women having difficulty getting pregnant. Today, her and her team have built the first at home test, OOVA, that measures multiple hormones through urine samples and provides personalized results and insights on a woman’s fertility. As a response to COVID-19, OOVA has done an early product release, which has resonated with many women and clinicians and is now being adopted by fertility clinics and hospitals across the country.

**The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor. Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. Additionally, the views expressed by the Fempower Health podcast guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.**

**Contains affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links**
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About Fempower Health | A Women's Health Podcast

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Fempower Health is where systems thinking meets women's health. Hosted by Georgie Kovacs, a healthcare strategist with 20+ years in the industry, each episode features conversations with leading researchers, clinicians, and innovators working to fix what's broken in women's healthcare. We cover hormone health, fertility, perimenopause, menopause, endometriosis, autoimmune disease, mental health, and sexual wellness, grounded in current research and real clinical practice. This isn't another wellness show. It's an evidence-based look at the systems, research, and policy shaping care for women, so you understand not just what's happening, but why.