In this episode of the Dr. B Show, host Dr. Vora interviews Damiana Andonova, a healthcare strategist, Doula, and founder of J'adore Mon Bébé. Damiana shares insights into her diverse roles including her work with the American Journal of Healthcare Strategy, her entrepreneurial ventures like sustainable baby products, and her contributions to the Boston Birth Equity Study. The discussion delves into the importance of education, volunteerism, and the emerging trends in maternal and infant health. Damiana emphasizes the value of personal growth, community service, and the rising demand for doula services in various markets. The episode wraps up with advice for aspiring entrepreneurs and information on how to connect with Damiana.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Maternal and Infant Health: The conversation highlights emerging trends in maternal and infant health, including the growing demand for doula services and their positive impact on birth outcomes.
• Focus on Education and Volunteerism: Damiana emphasizes the importance of education, volunteerism, and community service in both personal and professional growth, reinforcing their role in advancing societal health initiatives.
• Contributions to Birth Equity: Damiana is involved in the Boston Birth Equity Study, which focuses on addressing disparities in maternal and infant health, underlining the significance of birth equity in healthcare.
• Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs: Damiana shares valuable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, particularly in the healthcare and wellness sectors, highlighting the importance of passion, community service, and adaptability.
• Doula Services and Market Demand: There is a rising demand for doula services, with growing awareness of their benefits in supporting maternal health during pregnancy and childbirth.
• How to Connect with Damiana: The episode also provides information on how listeners can connect with Damiana for further collaboration or insight into healthcare strategy and entrepreneurship.

QUOTES

• If we were to focus on the fact that the most medically complex and socially complex patients should get one for sure… I think you’re looking at a much higher utilization for that kind of service."
• "I see a lot more investment in women’s healthcare… A lot of people are concerned that we’re investing so much, and yet what do we have to show for it?""I see a lot more investment in women’s healthcare… A lot of people are concerned that we’re investing so much, and yet what do we have to show for it?"
• "You are your biggest bottleneck. You’re not competing with other people, you’re competing with yourself."
• I want everyone in healthcare to take an oath to say that these are the values that I’m subscribing to, and this is how I’m going to stay accountable for these values.

Connect and learn more about Damiana Andonova:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/damianaandonova/

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