Beyond The Paper Gown Podcast: Recent Episodes
Mitzi Krockover, MD
Candid. Credible. Curated. Listen in to learn how Beyond the Paper Gown, hosted by Mitzi Krockover MD can inspire, empower, and inform women with the latest information about their health and healthcare choices. Join us in each episode to take a look beyond the health care system with doctors, scientists, clinicians, and policymakers.
Join us for an insightful episode of "Beyond the Paper Gown" as host Dr. Mitzi Krockover sits down with esteemed guest Dr. Monique Nugent, MD, a board-certified internist and Associate Director of Hospital Medicine at South Shore Hospital. Dr. Nugent, author of "Prescription for Admission: A Doctor's Guide for Navigating the Hospital, Advocating for Yourself, and Having a Better Hospitalization," takes us into the often-unexplored world of hospital care. In this episode, discover essential advice for navigating hospital stays, including how to communicate effectively with healthcare teams, the importance of clear code status decisions, and the value of being an active advocate in your or your loved one's healing journey. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of hospital care and empower yourself with the knowledge you need.
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Welcome to a special episode of Beyond the Paper Gown. Dr. Krockover takes you to the Roche campus in Basel, Switzerland, where the FemTechnology Summit unfolded, uniting global minds for profound discussions. This episode features two remarkable guests: Oriana Kraft, the visionary behind FemTechnology, and Stephanie Sassman, Global Strategy Lead for Roche Women's Health Initiatives. Discover how this summit is propelling innovative solutions, spotlighting the collective power of collaboration, and advocating for change in women's health. They also talk about the importance of female leadership, how Roche’s focus on women’s health supports innovative solutions and how a small nonprofit came to bring together a global community to consider women’s health issues.
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Hot flashes are a common life disruptor in perimenopause, as is cognitive decline in later life. Dr. Karyn Frick, Distinguished Professor of Psychology at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and Chief |Scientific Officer of Estrigenix, is working to create a non-hormonal solution to both problems. We discuss the science behind discoveries that could change the quality of life for women as they age as well as the long pathway that a drug goes through to get to market.
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Meet HelloGina, a self-paced, evidence-based approach to addressing painful sex. We spoke with Daphne Petrich, Senior Business Development Manager, about how prevalent the problem is and how this program can help.
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Meet a mother and daughter team who developed a wearable solution for hot flashes. In the process, they also developed a multi-generational community to talk about menopause. Their product, Thermaband, tracks biometrics and can even predict when hot flashes might be coming on.
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Do you feel like you have to go all the time, or do you leak with cough or exercise? Bladder health is a concern for many. Jude is a company that is focused on supporting those with bladder problems, like stress incontinence and overactive bladder. Founder Peony Li is on a mission to reduce the stigma and provide solutions for those with bladder challenges.
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On October 26th, 2022, we hosted a webinar, "Putting Women's Health on the Ballot." 11 experts joined me in 4 separate panels to discuss how policy impacts women's health. On this panel, three physicians leaders join me to talk about how legislation directly and indirectly affects our health care. We discuss how the recent abortion ban has affected the training of doctors and their ability to provide skilled care to their patients and explore the importance of supporting women in the healthcare workforce. And you'll see how state policies affect insurance coverage, access to care, and even how doctors are licensed.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Show Notes:
Midday
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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 provided tips on how to select a practitioner for your care and easy ways to integrate healthy practices into your life.
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Show Notes:
National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health
Consumerlab.com
Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine
The Mayo Clinic Guide to Stress-Free Living
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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.
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Show notes:
Is It Serious?
Over the Bloody Moon
Menopause Research Reports (OTBM)
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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.
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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.
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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, a tech contributor to Fox 29’s Good Day Philadelphia. Please visit Beyond the Paper Gown for more details on this episode and the Beyond the Paper Gown podcast.
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In the wake of the Supreme Court’s overturn of Roe v. Wade, many unexpected consequences are already impacting women in the areas of health, rights, privacy, and economics. To address these complex issues, we invited 11 expert panelists to speak on these topics to provide insight and ways to take action. In episode two of this four-part series, we address how this decision may worsen pregnancy outcomes, increase poverty, limit the training of physicians and even leave whole communities without health care. We’ll also talk about the best way to prevent an unwanted pregnancy. Our guests in this episode are Linda Goler Blount, MPH, President and CEO of the Black Women’s Health Imperative, Sophia Yen, MD, MPH, CEO and Co-Founder of PandiaHealth.com, and Kellie Lease Stecher, MD, OBGYN and Co-Founder and President of Patient Care Heroes. Please visit Beyond the Paper Gown for more details on this episode and the Beyond the Paper Gown podcast series.
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The Supreme Court’s overturn of Roe v. Wade will have an unprecedented domino effect of impacts on our health, rights, privacy, and economy. To address the unexpected consequences of this decision, we invited 11 expert panelists to speak on these four different topics to provide insight, perspective, and ways to take action. In episode one of this four-part series, we address the implications of the decision on reproductive rights - as well as personal and individual liberties - with Kim Christensen Clark, Senior Attorney, Legal Voice, and Heather Carter, EdD, Vice President of the Greater Phoenix Leadership and a former Arizona State Senator and State Representative. Please visit Beyond the Paper Gown for more details on this episode and the Beyond the Paper Gown podcast series.
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Do you ever wonder about what you don't see, especially with respect to women's health? Our guest today, Jackie Rotman, Founder and CEO of the Center for Intimacy Justice, has taken this issue on along with the social media giants that control what we see -– or don't see. The Center for Intimacy Justice is a social change organization committed to more significant equity and well-being in people's intimate lives. The Center aims to allow more information and expression about women's sexual health and wellness. Please visit Beyond the Paper Gown for more details on this episode and the Beyond the Paper Gown podcast series.
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In this episode, we chat with Dr. Lyndsey Harper, OBGYN and Founder/CEO of Rosy, an award-winning women’s health technology company. Rosy connects women with sexual health concerns with hope, community, and research-backed solutions. Please visit Beyond the Paper Gown for more information about this episode and the Beyond the Paper Gown podcast series.
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43% of women experience sexual concerns that affect their physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. In this episode, we speak with Dr. Lyndsey Harper about common complaints, treatment options, and how to talk to your health care provider to get the help you need. Dr. Harper is an ob-gyn and the founder and CEO of Rosy, an award-winning women’s health technology company that connects women with sexual health concerns with hope, community, and research-backed solutions. Please visit Beyond the Paper Gown for more information about this episode and the Beyond the Paper Gown podcast series
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In the US, 1 in 2 women will experience a bone fracture sometime in their life due to low bone density or osteoporosis. What if you could slow your loss of bone and thus reduce the risk of fracture by wearing a device for just half an hour each day? This episode introduces listeners to Laura Yecies, CEO of Bone Health Technologies, which manufactures Osteoboost, a breakthrough, non-drug treatment device using vibration to reduce bone loss. Please visit Beyond the Paper Gown for more information about this episode and the Beyond the Paper Gown podcast series. Laura Yecies is the CEO of Bone Health Technologies, maker of OsteoBoost, the first safe and effective non-prescription treatment for low bone density. Previously she was CEO of SyncThink, a medical diagnostic company, Catch, which she sold to Apple, and SugarSync, which J2Global acquired. Earlier, she led the Browser division at Netscape, was general manager of Yahoo Mail, and VP of Marketing at Check Point. Ms. Yecies has led commercialization and product development programs that have resulted in the use by over 350m customers. She received her MBA from Harvard, has an MSFS from Georgetown, and her AB in Government Magna Cum Laude from Dartmouth. And he has been profiled in the NYTimes and multiple periodicals and is a prolific speaker and writer on health care and technology. Please visit Beyond the Paper Gown for more information about this episode and the Beyond the Paper Gown podcast series.
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In today’s final episode of the four-part series on pelvic floor health, we aim to break the stigma surrounding a common issue that many women can intimately experience: painful sex. In this candid discussion, Dr. Jocelyn Fitzgerald—a urogynecologist and pelvic reconstructive surgeon at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center—shares the numerous factors that can cause women to encounter pain and discomfort during intercourse. We invite you to listen in, where we uncover how sexual trauma, menopause, and even lubrication ingredients can lead to symptoms such as vaginal dryness, spasms, and nerve pain in the pelvic floor region. We hope that this series has been valuable in helping women feel less alone in their health struggles and more empowered to speak to their providers about any concerns they may be experiencing. Please visit Beyond the Paper Gown for more information about this episode and the Beyond the Paper Gown podcast series.
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Sometimes it can feel like such a pain to be a woman..literally! From endometriosis to uterine prolapse, women often have to navigate specific health challenges that arise from their pelvic floor and surrounding organs. In the continuation of this series, Dr. Mitzi Krockover speaks with Dr. Jocelyn Fitzgerald—a urogynecologist and pelvic reconstructive surgeon at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center—about the conditions that may occur when something goes awry in the pelvic floor region. Becoming more informed about the symptoms and causes of chronic pelvic floor pain allows you to make better decisions about your overall care. Join us as we share research, insight, and treatment options on the various conditions that impact women's health of all ages. Please visit Beyond the Paper Gown for more information about this episode and the Beyond the Paper Gown podcast series.
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We’re continuing the conversation with Dr. Jocelyn Fitzgerald, a urogynecologist and pelvic reconstructive surgeon at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. During part two of this series, we focus on interstitial cystitis (IC), an umbrella term for various bladder symptoms that can be especially challenging to diagnose in women. We will also share diverse resources and treatment options for interstitial cystitis. Don’t forget to listen to part one of this series, where we addressed the frequent issues many women experience that involves the pelvic floor and can cause incontinence. For more information about this episode and the Beyond the Paper Gown podcast series, please visit Beyond the Paper Gown.
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When you gotta go, you gotta go! But what happens when you just can’t seem to control your bladder urges like you used to? Or you leak a little–or a lot? Dr. Jocelyn Fitzgerald, a urogynecologist and pelvic reconstructive surgeon at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center and host Dr. Mitzi Krockover, candidly addresses the frequent issues many women experience involving the pelvic floor and pelvic floor problems that may cause incontinence. Women may not always feel comfortable discussing these frustrating problems, but understanding why this happens and your options can help you feel more empowered in your health care decisions. We invite you to listen to part one of the conversation with Dr. Fitzgerald, where she goes into more depth about the pelvic floor, pelvic physical therapy, and incontinence. For more information about this episode and the Beyond the Paper Gown podcast series, please visit Beyond the Paper Gown.
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Welcome to Episode 2 of our two-part series focused on post-pandemic preventative care. We are once again joined by Dr. Janet Pregler and pick up where we left off regarding self-advocacy, doctor/patient relationships, and proactive preventative care in a post-pandemic world. Today’s concluding show digs even deeper into other related health risks and their respective screening recommendations, specifically in cardiovascular disease and osteoporosis. In addition, we discuss the latest on adult vaccinations, hormone checks, and relevant wellness lifehacks. For more information about this episode and the Beyond The Paper Gown podcast series, please visit Beyond The Paper Gown.
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Welcome to Episode 1 of our two-part series focused on post-pandemic preventative care. During the COVID pandemic, many people put vital preventative care on hold. With a decrease in screenings and other preventive care, chronic conditions and cancers may be diagnosed at a later stage, making them harder to treat. In this two-part series, we speak with Dr. Janet Pregler, Director of the Iris Cantor at UCLA Women's Health Center and Director of the UCLA National Center of Excellence in Women’s Health. We address the latest cancer screening guidelines and how you can take charge of your health by focusing on preventative care during our conversation. For more information about this episode and the Beyond The Paper Gown podcast series, please visit Beyond The Paper Gown
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Your brain will once again thank you for tuning in to this two-part series on dementia, which affects women 2:1 in comparison with men. Dr. Emily Wong rejoins us to focus more deeply on dementia and the two most common causes: Alzheimer's and vascular dementia. She additionally shares resources on dementia, including genetic risk factors, and the effects of hormones. when/where to seek help. For more information about this episode and the Beyond The Paper Gown podcast series, please visit Beyond The Paper Gown.
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Your brain will thank you for tuning in to this two-part series on dementia, which affects women 2:1 in comparison with men. For this episode, we welcome Dr. Emily Wong, a brain health coach with a background in primary care and integrative health. She specializes in Neurology and Psychiatry and is affiliated with Santa Clara Valley Health Hospital System Mental Health. Join us as we talk about the lifestyle choices that can reduce the risk of dementia as well as positively affect our overall health. Our discussion also focuses on caregivers and reflects on why it’s important to take care of yourself as you help loved ones through challenging health issues. For more information about this episode and the Beyond The Paper Gown podcast series, please visit Beyond The Paper Gown.
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Each year, over 2 million women in the US are diagnosed with breast cancer, and many experiences delayed diagnoses that can impact their treatment options. In this episode, we speak with Kaitlin Christine, CEO, and Founder of Gabbi, the leading early detection company in cancer. Gabbi has created the first-ever consumer-facing risk model to predict a woman's risk of breast cancer, equip her with a personalized action plan, and navigate her to early detection. In our conversation, Kaitlin takes us through the story of how her own challenging journey through breast cancer led her to create the Gabbi Risk Assessment Model (GRAM). This innovative health solution uses artificial intelligence and personalized data to predict a woman’s risk for breast cancer so she can take action to reduce her risk or find cancer at an earlier stage when cancer is treated more successfully. What’s more, Kaitlin was recently selected as Oregon’s Entrepreneur of the Year 2021, winner of the HITLAB Women’s health tech challenge, and HITLAB’s audience choice award. For more information about this episode and the Beyond The Paper Gown podcast series, please visit Beyond The Paper Gown.
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Women have borne the brunt of the COVID 19 pandemic, and nowhere is that more evident than in health care. In today’s episode, we speak with Dr. Kellie Stecher, an OBGYN and Co-Founder and President of Patient Care Heroes, as well as the Governor of the 7th district of the American Medical Women’s Association. Kelly is a stern advocate for healthcare workers and for women’s equity, as well as the author of the new book, “Delivering.” in which she records her journey through high school, medical training and clinical practice, marriage, and motherhood. Our discussion reveals uncomfortable truths about mental health, power politics, and gender bias in the workplace; and how women can take action to help themselves, no matter what their profession. For more information about this episode and the Beyond The Paper Gown podcast series, please visit Beyond The Paper Gown.
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On today’s show, we speak with Pita Navarro, Chief Scientific Officer and Head of Clinical Research and Operations at Evvy, an at-home test that provides information on the makeup of each person’s vaginal ecosystem. Throughout our conversations, we discuss how you – the listener – can use that information now in speaking with your Doctor, as well as the future potential for providing solutions to vaginal issues many women experience. Pita Navarro is a molecular biologist by training, and, as you’ll quickly learn from this episode, her north star has always been empowering women through health and education. For more information about this episode and the Beyond The Paper Gown podcast series, please visit Beyond The Paper Gown.
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The female vaginal biome is an ecosystem of good bacteria and bad bacteria. When those bacteria are out of balance, problems such as vaginal infections occur. On the show today. we welcome Dr. Melissa Herbst-Kralovetz, an Associate Professor of Cancer Prevention and Control at the University of Arizona College of Medicine. Among many other topics, Melissa explains what the female vaginal biome is, how it changes as we age, and why it’s important to our health. We also talk about what we can do to keep our biome in balance. The Herbst-Kralovetz lab, which she founded, focuses on understanding the microbiome and host-microbe interactions in the female reproductive tract related to gynecologic and oncologic health outcomes. For more information about this episode and the Beyond The Paper Gown podcast series, please visit Beyond The Paper Gown.
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In today’s episode, we welcome Dr. Teri Pipe, a Professor and Dean Emerita of the Edson College of Nursing and Health Innovation, where she served as Dean from 2011-to 2018 and as ASU Chief Well-Being Officer from 2017-to 2021. Teri is the Founding Director of ASU's Center for Mindfulness, Compassion, and Resilience. Prior to ASU, Dr. Pipe served as Mayo Clinic Arizona's Director of Nursing Research and Innovation for 11 years. She loves spending time in nature and exploring ways of bringing compassion and well-being more fully into our world. Dr. Pipe was selected as a Robert Wood Johnson Executive Nurse Fellow in 2014 and currently serves on the NurseTrust Board of Directors. Teri is also an expert on mindfulness, a skill set to increase the ability to experience being fully present, focused, and alive. Mindfulness has important implications for resilience within and beyond the healthcare and higher education sectors. Dr. Pipe is an expert on nursing leadership with a focus on interprofessionalism, bringing nurses together with physicians and other health professionals, business people, and policymakers, to help redesign and improve health in the U.S. Her research interests include mindfulness, resilience in professional and clinical populations, health promotion and wellness, positive coping and stress management, oncology, and gerontology. She is a sought-after speaker on the topics of mindfulness, workforce resilience, and self-compassion. For more information about this episode and the Beyond The Paper Gown podcast series, please visit Beyond The Paper Gown.
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In today’s episode, we welcome Dr. Teri Pipe, a Professor and Dean Emerita of the Edson College of Nursing and Health Innovation, where she served as Dean from 2011-to 2018 and as ASU Chief Well-Being Officer from 2017-to 2021. Teri is the Founding Director of ASU's Center for Mindfulness, Compassion, and Resilience. Prior to ASU, Dr. Pipe served as Mayo Clinic Arizona's Director of Nursing Research and Innovation for 11 years. She loves spending time in nature and exploring ways of bringing compassion and well-being more fully into our world. Dr. Pipe was selected as a Robert Wood Johnson Executive Nurse Fellow in 2014 and currently serves on the NurseTrust Board of Directors. Teri is also an expert on mindfulness, a skill set to increase the ability to experience being fully present, focused, and alive. Mindfulness has important implications for resilience within and beyond the healthcare and higher education sectors. Dr. Pipe is an expert on nursing leadership with a focus on interprofessionalism, bringing nurses together with physicians and other health professionals, business people, and policymakers, to help redesign and improve health in the U.S. Her research interests include mindfulness, resilience in professional and clinical populations, health promotion and wellness, positive coping and stress management, oncology, and gerontology. She is a sought-after speaker on the topics of mindfulness, workforce resilience, and self-compassion. For more information about this episode and the Beyond The Paper Gown podcast series, please visit Beyond The Paper Gown.
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In this episode, we talk with Dr. Karen Anderson, a medical oncologist and an associate professor of medicine at Mayo Clinic Arizona. She additionally serves as a professor at the Biodesign Institute at Arizona State University’s Virginia G. Piper Center for Personalized Diagnostics and ASU’s School of Life Sciences. Dr. Anderson is focused on understanding how the immune response can be used to detect and alter cancer development. To create effective cancer immunotherapy, Anderson’s team identifies target antigens and pushes the scientific understanding of the mechanisms of immune regulation that limit effective immunotherapy. For more information about this episode and the Beyond The Paper Gown podcast series, please visit Beyond The Paper Gown.
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Candid. Credible. Curated. Listen in to learn how Beyond the Paper Gown, hosted by Mitzi Krockover MD, can inspire, empower, and inform women with the latest information about their health and healthcare choices. Join us in each episode to take a look beyond the health care system with doctors, scientists, clinicians, and policymakers. Credits: Hosted by Mitzi Krockover, M.D Audio Engineer: Patrick Shambayat. A Production of Woman Centered LLC.
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