Fempower Health:
A Women's Health Podcast

"Around 20% of endometriosis patients also have adenomyosis. It’s often a key reason for persistent pain even after treating endometriosis."

"Managing your own window of tolerance is the key in starting to widen that window." - Dr. Tamara Rosier

Because we don’t see it and it’s an intimate part of us, I think we tend to ignore it." - Katalin Kapoor

“Your health is truly your most prized possession... We have to continue to highlight that.” - Dr. Bayo Curry-Winchell

“It's not fair to tell your patients, I just don't know. You should seek out a NAMS, which now is Menopause Society, expert colleague.”

“Hypermobility is more than just flexibility—it impacts the pelvic floor, digestion, and even how your body processes pain.” - Alyson Lowrey

"It’s not just about eating less and exercising more. We know now it’s much, much broader than that." - Dr. Angela Fitch

"The pain that they're experiencing is real, even if it started off as a psychological issue, our body adapts." - Rachel Zar

“Perimenopause, PCOS, endometriosis—none of these conditions exist in a vacuum. Everything is connected.” - Guy Daniels

"It's easier to treat a small problem than to let a small problem become a bigger problem." - Dr. Tamra Lewis

"Pain with sex, more trouble with arousal, more trouble with orgasm…very fixable with both lubricants and hormones.” - Dr. Kelly Casperson

“We need proper language around our health to better understand how to advocate for ourselves and talk to our doctor.”

"I noticed in my OB-GYN residency training that the moment women stop having kids, they can’t find help in their OB GYN 's office."

"Know your menstrual cycle, how it’s changing, how you’re feeling, what triggers a symptom. That’s way better than going in frustrated."

"What's 100% clear to me is that because of this chaotic healthcare system, we're kind of stuck in the middle of navigating it." - Georgie

Monitoring your activity level, bowel & bladder function & menstrual cycle can really help in managing chronic pelvic pain" - Angie Mueller

"At the core, Fempower health is all about advocacy, empowerment, education, and inspiration." - Georgie Kovacs

“We must differentiate between menopause and perimenopause if we're going to deliver proper care and be accurate scientists." - Dr J Prior

"What's happening metabolically in the brain at menopause is potentially going to have long-term consequences." - Dr. Lara Briden

"[Knowing] that perimenopause can increase the risk of mental health conditions by 40% [shows why we must prepare] for this life stage."

"It is still not in the textbooks that progesterone increased bone formation. 20% change over one year was related to luteal phase length."

"It’s not just about pain relief; it’s about restoring function and managing the disease holistically." - Dr. Allyson Shrikhande

"A hysterectomy significantly changes the pelvic anatomy. It's crucial to be aware of these changes & their potential effects." Dr. Wallace

"I need you to really pay attention to your symptoms. If you have them, then I can provide you with these beautiful hormone therapies."

Estrogen interacts with dopamine in the brain, which can significantly impact ADHD symptoms, especially during hormonal transitions."