Strong Women In Medicine

Has medicine changed women or will women change medicine? Join Candace Bellamy, a doctor, and filmmaker, as women across different ages, ethnicities, and lifestyles share their experiences in medicine.

New Episode: From Rhinitis to Resilience: Shani Bocian's shares how she built her company Allermi 11/28/2023

New Episode: From Rhinitis to Resilience: Shani Bocian's shares how she built her company Allermi In the finance and business world, women are sometimes perceived as weak entrepreneurs and not considered suitable for work in that field. In this episode, Shani Bocian, the founder and CEO of Allermi, shares how having chronic allergy rhinitis influenced the development of her company. She talks about the difficulties allergy sufferers have in locating suitable medications and emphasizes the uncertainty and trial-and-error process involved in symptom management. Shani adds that each patient receives a unique set of nasal sprays from Allermi that contain a certain combination of drugs. She also discusses the difficulties she encountered as a young female founder trying to secure financing but also emphasizes the support she received from financiers who shared her mission. Shani discusses several advantages of being a woman founder, such as having access to resources and a strong sense of support among other women business owners. Listen to Shani Bocian's inspiring journey and learn how she's changing the game in allergy management with Allermi. Discover the challenges she's overcome and the advantages of being a woman founder in the business world. Tune in now for valuable insights and empowerment! Episode Highlights: About Shani Bocian and her experience with allergic rhinitis How she partnered with her dad to create Allermi Her background in education and her desire to make a difference The challenges she faced in starting the business and the determination to push through Challenges of being a young female founder pitching to experienced investors Her advice to aspiring entrepreneurs and the importance of perseverance and seeking feedback The growth and educational efforts required for the future of Allermi About Our Shani Bocian: Shani Bocian is the Co-Founder & CEO of Allermi, a position she has held since 2021. Prior to this role, she was a Graduate Researcher at Brown University in 2016. Shani Bocian holds a Master of Arts from Brown University in Education, which she obtained in 2017. Shani also holds a Bachelor of Arts from Yeshiva University in Art History, Criticism, and Conservation, which she obtained in 2015. Connect with Shani Bocian: Website | Facebook | Linked In | Instagram | Twitter | /episode/index/show/strongwomenmd/id/28167740

Physical therapist, Coach, Speaker and Business Owner Natasha Wilch joins us to discuss Concussion Care and what it means to be a Moment Maker 09/21/2023

Physical therapist, Coach, Speaker and Business Owner Natasha Wilch joins us to discuss Concussion Care and what it means to be a Moment Maker In this episode, Natasha Wilch, a licensed physical therapist from Nanaimo, British Columbia, discusses her experience working with concussion and brain injury patients. She has a clinic called Symphony Brain Performance and also has a company that trains medical professionals across the world on how to treat concussions. Natasha's motivation stems from her own struggles with mental illness and her father's work accident that resulted in brain injury. She underlines the significance of prioritizing one's needs, especially for working women. She also talks about business coaching within the Concussion Nerds network and their coaching services for people with ongoing concussion symptoms. About Our Natasha Wilch: Natasha Wilch has been a Registered Physical Therapist since 2011. She attended the University of British Columbia where she earned a Bachelors in Health Science & Kinesiology and then her Masters in Physical Therapy. Growing up in the small town of Cranbrook, BC, she always wanted to work in health care. You'd find her volunteering in the hospital’s extended care unit playing piano for the residents, decorating for the season, and reading. As a teenager, she volunteered throughout the hospital as a candy striper. The scope of physical therapy is massive and a therapist can choose to specialize in many different areas. From day one, Natasha has worked in neurology. She was inspired by her cousin, who became a quadriplegic after a motorcycle accident, and his stories about the amazing therapists who influenced him and helped him start a new chapter in his life. Natasha focused her clinical practice on working with individuals with spinal cord, stroke, Parkinson’s, and other neurological diagnoses. She continued to develop her toolbox in post-graduate education in neurological rehab, functional neurology, chronic pain, IMS, acupuncture, neuro-optometry, and more. When Natasha relocated to Nanaimo, BC in 2014 she wasn’t sure what to do next. She was on maternity leave with her 4-month-old son, Hudson... and this turned out to be a blessing. As she began to look for work in her new city it became clear that there was a massive care gap for the neurological population she loved to treat. She decided to open her own clinic. Symphony Rehabilitation became official in May 2015. Today, Natasha's passion is evolving the conversation and culture of concussions around the world. She does that through her clinic, Symphony Brain Performance, her online mentorship program for clinicians, Concussion Nerds, and speaking engagements. She believes powerfully that change will come from the front lines - the clinicians and clients. But for clinicians to do their best work they also need to take care of themselves. Natasha supports the WHOLE PERSON. About Symphony Rehabilitation They are located in Nanaimo, BC and they absolutely love getting to work with the island community as well as their clients who travel from all over North America. They will work with you 1:1 throughout your journey of concussion, neurological diagnosis, vestibular challenges, or simply wanting to optimize your health and wellness. They have also been offering virtual services since 2017 as location shouldn't be a barrier to you receiving the treatment you need, and it isn't! Connect with them online and they can help you take the next step forward in your journey of health, wellness, and rehab. Let's get you back to your life! Connect with Natasha Wilch: Website | and Facebook | Linked In | Instagram | /episode/index/show/strongwomenmd/id/28103795

New Episode: Physician Leadership with Natasha W. Beauvais, MD, MPH 09/14/2023

New Episode: Physician Leadership with Natasha W. Beauvais, MD, MPH Being a Physician leader is not only about your own growth but the growth of your team. By recognizing what you can do to make those around you succeed, you create a postitive workplace culture that leads to better patient care. Tune in to hear more from today's guest, Dr. Natasha Beauvais, as she kicks off Season 4 of the Strong Women in Medicine podcast. About our guest: Natasha W. Lewry Beauvais, MD, MPHis a physician at (NVFP), a family medicine practice that offers full-service concierge health care in the Northern Virginia area. With more than 16 years of professional experience, Dr. Beauvais understands the importance of providing care for the whole family through every stage of life and values the continuation of long-term patient care. Dr. Beauvais specializes in serving teenagers, new mothers, and those requiring end-of-life care services. A home-birth advocate who has personally experienced home birth herself, she cares for women throughout pregnancy, birth, and beyond, helping them connect with their newborns and providing them with breastfeeding support. In her experience, the early stage of the parent-child connection is a pivotal moment for children’s continued growth and well-being, especially during the young adult period. In addition to providing resources for families, she encourages parents to keep up with their children’s yearly check-ins to help develop a stronger doctor-patient relationship so kids can stay educated about their health and feel supported by their doctors as they grow. Prior to joining NVFP, Dr. Beauvais served as a physician at Unity Health Care in Washington D.C. and co-founded the Women’s Mentoring Program for the . She has received the Joseph Collins Award for Excellence in Arts and Letters and the University of Connecticut Family Medicine Award. Dr. Beauvais holds a Bachelor of Arts in American studies and science from Yale University, as well as a Doctor of Medicine and Master of Public Health from the University of Connecticut School of Medicine. She completed her residency in family medicine at SUNY Stony Brook and Mount Sinai School of Medicine’s Jamaica Hospital Family Practice Residency in New York City. After work, Dr. Beauvais enjoys taking family hikes and gardening. She currently lives in Alexandria with her husband and four children. For more information, please visit . Quick links: Website Link: Social Links: , , /episode/index/show/strongwomenmd/id/28028289

Replay: Putting patient's first- the leap to Direct Primary Care with Dr. Kimberly Legg Corba 08/03/2023

Replay: National Speaker, Physician Coach, Teacher and CEO, Dr. Shola Ezeokoli discusses Physician Burnout and living your best life. 07/20/2023

Replay: National Speaker, Physician Coach, Teacher and CEO, Dr. Shola Ezeokoli discusses Physician Burnout and living your best life. Tune in to the replay of today's episode of the Strong Women in Medicine podcast featuring Dr. Shola Exzrokoli. Dr. Shola is the multi-talented founder and CEO of Balance with Dr. Shola LLC and the Physician Heal Yourself brand. Known for her vibrant personality and innovative approach in her talks, Dr. Shola is passionate about helping to empower early to mid-career women to create lives of more wealth, autonomy, freedom, and fun through her work as a professional coach, speaker, and author. About our guest: As a triple licensed Internal Medicine Doctor with nearly twenty years of clinical experience, Dr. Shola understands the unique challenges of being a career woman. After witnessing her high-achieving colleagues suffer under the intense pressure that comes with a career in medicine, Dr. Shola decided she wanted to do more to support professional women, ease the burdens of high stress and beat burnout. This desire led her to coaching, teaching and speaking. Dr. Shola is an in-demand speaker who helps educate, motivate, and empower her audiences. She has appeared on Fox 32 News and WVON radio in Chicago and as a guest on Outcome Health TV, an educational TV network shown in waiting rooms across the United States, including the University of Chicago, Stanford University, and Kaiser Permanente. She is also a dynamic keynote and conference speaker, who never fails to show up as her authentic self and inspire others to do the same. Since 2011, Dr Shola has spoken nationally and internationally at different conferences, organizations, and other events. Even before the COVID-19 pandemic began, Dr. Shola was speaking at virtual events as well as hosting her own virtual events. Dr. Shola is a successful self-published author of several books, including Physician Heal Yourself: 10 Remedies for a Complete LifeMakeover for Doctors. Her work has been featured online at and . Born in the UK and raised in Nigeria, Dr. Shola now resides in the USA. Being a global citizen, and very well traveled has helped give her unique perspectives that she shares with her audiences. Witty and practical, with effective use of stories, anecdotes and metaphors, Dr Shola delivers her talks with powerful motivation for her audience. Connect with Dr. Shola: /episode/index/show/strongwomenmd/id/27516555

Replay:Dr. Pui-Ying Iroh Tam, Pediatric Infectious Disease Specialist and Leadership and Life Coach shares how she found her dream job in Malawi 07/06/2023

New: Overcoming perfectionism with physiotherapist and health coach Charlotte Mah 06/29/2023

New: Overcoming perfectionism with physiotherapist and health coach Charlotte Mah On today's episode of the Strong Women in Medicine podcast, Charlotte Mah, a recovering people pleaser and perfectionist shares her career journey and how she worked to overcome perfectionism and is now helping others do the same. About our Guest: Charlotte Mah is a physiotherapist and health coach who is passionate about using neuro drills to help ambitious, overwhelmed [mostly female!] healthcare professionals to bust stress for good by breaking the cycle of people pleasing and perfectionism so that they can start saying yes to themselves so that they can confidently create the lifestyle and relationships they desire! Charlotte, a recovering people pleaser and perfectionist herself, lives on beautiful Vancouver Island, British Columbia. One of the things that she values most about her work is meeting new people and helping them to feel supported and empowered in achieving their goals. A career in healthcare has also allowed Charlotte to foster her life-long love of learning. She is especially interested in topics such as personal development, functional neurology, relationships, spirituality, and coaching. When she isn’t working with clients or spending time with her kitty Nico, Charlotte loves to get outside with her partner or her friends to hike, run, climb, kayak, and surf. She strongly believes that even when we love our careers, we are meant to be living a life of balance! If you would like more information about nervous system regulation using neuro drills, feel free to check out this short training video of three of the most effective neuro drills for burnout: Otherwise, you may find Charlotte on Facebook at: Or on Instagram at: cszmah Charlotte also has a private, inclusive Facebook community of other like minded women in healthcare. Within the group, she does a live training every Friday to share tips and techniques (including incredible neuro drills) to help bust stress and kickstart your recovery from burnout by building resilience in your nervous system! /episode/index/show/strongwomenmd/id/27323286

REPLAY: Addressing Physician Burnout with Tammie Chang, MD 05/11/2023

Award winning musician and licensed clinical social worker Michael Romero on using music to create connection with dementia patients 05/04/2023

Licensed Psychologist Dr. Rebecca Eldredge discusses the importance of women healthcare leaders honoring their own self-compassion and wellbeing in order to make a positive and sustainable impact. 04/27/2023

Physician, philanthropist, founder and CEO of Troy Medical, Dr. Kara Hartl discusses her innovative approach to telemedicine to provide quality medical specialists to remote and medically underserved communities Today's guest, Dr. Kara Hartl shares her journey in medicine, from moving to Alaska to start a practice in an underserved community to creating Troy Medical after witnessing one of her own patients become overwhelmed by a debilitating medical condition. About our guest: Dr. Kara Hartl is a physician, philanthropist, Harvard graduate and the founder and CEO of , an innovative approach to telemedicine that uses technology to bring high-quality medical specialists to remote and medically underserved communities. After 14 years of living in rural Alaska, Dr. Hartl has seen firsthand the limitations geography can have on access to medical care. She is passionate about creating a new gold standard for telemedicine in underserved America via their groundbreaking hybrid model. Dr. Hartl was inspired to start Troy Medical after witnessing one of her own patients become overwhelmed by a debilitating medical condition. Unable to find a medical specialist in his region, his condition had progressed to the point where even walking was a challenge. Dr. Hartl recognized the potential of telemedicine to bring life-changing care to remote areas, so she reached out to specialists across the country to organize a team of doctors who can provide world-class, personalized medical care to patients anywhere. She chose to name this project after her patient, Troy. Prior to founding Troy Medical, Dr. Kara Hartl created a world-class medical center in Alaska. Using her entrepreneurial spirit, she grew a multi-specialty health center from the ground up and created the most technologically advanced medical and surgical center in the state. Dr. Hartl developed high-level systems for virtually every aspect of her business, from designing an ophthalmic technician training program to defining hospital protocols. Through her work at this facility, she raised the standards of ophthalmic medicine in Alaska to the highest levels in the country. It was Dr. Hartl’s desire to improve the world that first led her into medicine. She has worked internationally curing blindness in underserved countries, started the non-profit Gift of Sight to expand her reach, and founded the Prevention of Global Blindness fellowship to inspire the next generation of doctors. With the same spirit, Dr. Hartl recently expanded her focus into the world of medical technology, an exponential field that is changing the way we will practice medicine. She is passionate about incorporating technology into the future of medicine and expanding access to the highest quality medical care across the country and beyond. Dr. Hartl graduated from Harvard University and the University of California-San Diego Medical School. She also trained at the world-renowned Bascom Palmer Eye Institute. For more information, visit: Connect with Dr. Hartl: /episode/index/show/strongwomenmd/id/26600748

REPLAY: Paving The Way For Women In Sports Medicine with Dr. Jill Moschelli, MD, MBA, CAQ-SM, FAAFP, FACSM 04/19/2023

REPLAY: Better Sex, Better Health, Better You with Dr. Nita Landry, OB-GYN, TV Host, Media Expert and Keynote Speaker 04/13/2023

How burnout and adversity led to Medical School for the Soul with Founder and Creator Dr. Gigi Abdel-Samed 04/06/2023

REPLAY: From Employee to Entrepreneur with Asha M. Creary, M.Ed, LPC, NCC, Founder of Crave Counseling 04/05/2023

Pain Expert Dr. Saloni Sharma discusses her best selling book, The Pain Solution: 5 Steps to Relieve and Prevent Back Pain, Muscle Pain, and Joint Pain without Medication. 03/30/2023

Pain Expert Dr. Saloni Sharma discusses her best selling book, The Pain Solution: 5 Steps to Relieve and Prevent Back Pain, Muscle Pain, and Joint Pain without Medication. As a Pain Management Physician, Dr. Sharma knew the key to treating pain was treating the whole person, not just the symptoms. She also knew she wanted to share more information with patients than what she could fit into an appointment. This led to writing, The Pain Solution: 5 Steps to Relieve and Prevent Back Pain, Muscle Pain, and Joint Pain without Medication. This best selling book, written with empathy and scientific savvy by Dr. Sharma, offers a personalized and innovative five-step pain relief program built on what she calls “microboosts,” little steps that add up to big results. Illustrated with inspiring patient examples and personal stories, her drug-free plan will enable you to: understand the unique factors contributing to your pain develop a path to resuming your most cherished activities add easy food microboosts to reduce inflammation and support your pain-fighting gut microbiome move better, at home and at work, to release natural neurochemical painkillers recharge and recover through sleep, mindfulness, stress reduction, and supportive social relationships More than just a road map to less pain, this is a guide to the greater joy, health, and well-being that every person deserves. Links Book: Dr. Sharma’s Website: Dr. Sharma’s Instagram for daily info: Orthopaedic Integrative Health Center: About our Guest: Dr. Sharma is dual board-certified rehabilitation medicine and pain management. She is medical director of the Orthopaedic Integrative Health Center at Rothman Orthopaedics, and specializes in musculoskeletal pain, employing a multi-modal approach including the use of acupuncture. Dr. Sharma has studied Lifestyle Medicine, Functional Medicine, and Integrative Medicine through the Andrew Weil program at University of Arizona. She has studied yoga and meditation at Parmarth Niketan in Rishikesh, India and mindfulness at Thomas Jefferson University. She studied acupuncture at Harvard University and completed Stanford’s Physician Wellbeing Director Course. At a national level, Dr. Sharma serves as Co-Chair for Spine & Pain Rehabilitation for the American Academy of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, on the Diversity & Inclusion Committee, and on a national Opioid Task Force. Furthermore, she continues to support alternatives to opioids and has directed a national physician course on navigating the opioid crisis. She is a Top Doctor (multiple years in a row as voted for by her peers). Dr. Sharma served as a Chief Resident at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital and as Chief Fellow at Penn State Hershey Medical Center. A popular speaker at Google and an award-winning clinical assistant professor at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, she lives near Philadelphia. More information at . /episode/index/show/strongwomenmd/id/26388312

REPLAY: Leading the Pharmaceutical Industry with XIL Health CEO, Susan Lang 03/29/2023

Pediatrician, Business Owner, Wife and Mother Dr. Chinwe Efuribe on starting an Innovative Youth Centered Medical Practice. 03/23/2023

Pediatrician, Business Owner, Wife and Mother Dr. Chinwe Efuribe on starting an Innovative Youth Centered Medical Practice. So, when health care really gets it right, the design of care is human centered, meaning it addresses individuals’ and families’ needs effectively, inclusively, and, when possible, proactively. -Elizabeth Teisberg, Executive Director of The Value Institute of Healthcare Starting a practice is no small feat, but Dr. Chinwe knew she not only wanted to start her own practice, but she wanted to create a youth centered practice that was unconventional and focused on meeting the needs of today's youth. In today's episode, Dr. Chinwe talks about what led her to start her own Pediatric practice, Centered Youth Clinic and Consulting (CYCC), the impact of community and the importance of family. About our guest: Dr. Chinwe Efuribe is a Nigerian-American Pediatrician with over 16 years of clinical care experience across the globe in various clinical settings. Beyond the United States, her time spent caring for patients in the United Kingdom, Africa, and Canada allowed her to develop a cross-cultural approach to pediatric health care and promotion. After working in group practice and community health centers, she founded Centered Youth Clinic and Consulting (CYCC) to create more youth-friendly health spaces and coach adolescents to take charge of their health. The clinic provides direct primary and specialty care services with community partnerships for positive youth development. CYCC also offers training opportunities for clinical teams seeking to enhance skills in adolescent contraceptive counseling and procedures. Chinwe enjoys leading intergenerational, multidisciplinary teams in various settings to create new systems for improved outcomes. She has expertise integrating youth engagement into the infrastructure of youth-serving organizations. As a former church youth ministries director, she established processes for youth engagement in programs promoting wellness of the mind, body and soul for adolescents. She has also developed youth engagement initiatives for the Society for Adolescent Health Medicine, Austin Black Physicians Association, Texas Youth Friendly Initiative, Adolescent Health Initiative, and American Academy of Pediatrics. Dr. Efuribe is board-certified in Pediatrics & Lifestyle Medicine, fellowship-trained in Adolescent Medicine, and obtained a Master of Public Health in Community Health Promotion. She also serves as the Title X Medical Director for Every Body Texas. Personally, Chinwe loves to laugh, is grounded by her faith, is an innovative, community-builder whose love languages are acts of service and quality time. /episode/index/show/strongwomenmd/id/26314128

Replay: Let's talk about sex with Kate Roberts, Social Entrepreneur and Founder of The Body Agency. 03/22/2023

Replay: Let's talk about sex with Kate Roberts, Social Entrepreneur and Founder of The Body Agency. Sex education– an active fight to break the stigma and promote sexual health, and controversy for some. With so many people finding the topic taboo, it’s so easy to overlook the issues that come with being misinformed on what’s meant to be a natural part of being human. In this episode, I’m joined by Kate Roberts, a social entrepreneur that founded The Body Agency, a company that aims to aid women and increase awareness in sexual wellness while being aware and considerate of both political and religious barriers. In addition, she’s also the host of the Sex, Body, and Soul podcast, where she has open conversations about sexual wellness, fertility, periods, parenting, menopause, and more. Episode Highlights: What brought Kate into the world of women's health and advocacy How Kate uses The Body Agency to navigate the sexual wellness space. How Kate works around political and religious barriers to teach women about sexual wellness. About our guest: Kate Roberts' late father was a ship’s captain. By the time Kate was twelve she had seen more of the world, its beauty, vastness and social inequities than most people would see in two lifetimes. These early life imprints, coupled with several harrowing experiences she endured while working in Eastern Europe, fueled in her a fierce determination to make a difference in the lives of women around the globe. Kate sees obstacles as opportunities and thrives on challenges. She often describes herself as a ”serial” social entrepreneur; seizing opportunity, launching initiatives, and then moving on to “what’s next.” She is a woman driven by passion and purpose. From 1999 until recently, Kate was Senior Vice President for Population Services International (PSI), a Washington, DC based $500M global NGO, that operates in 50 countries. By establishing meaningful relationships with a number of successful business women and philanthropists, she has raised hundreds of millions of dollars; created public and private partnerships and impacted the lives of women across the world. As a leader in global philanthropy and social change Roberts has parlayed her business acumen and marketing background into a “Madison Avenue” approach; setting concrete goals and delivering measurable results. To that end, in 2012 Roberts founded Maverick Collective (a PSI initiative) to develop impactful projects in the developing world with which to tackle women’s health issues. Engaging Melinda Gates, Dr. Precious Motsepe and the Crown Princess of Norway as Co-Chairs, Maverick Collective is redefining what it means to be an effective philanthropist and innovator. Kate describes herself as a pioneer in developing a new type of philanthropy – going beyond the checkbook, using time, talent, and treasure to become a more powerful and efficient advocate for mission-driven philanthropy to end extreme poverty. Historically, Kate’s energies have been focused on global initiatives. Recently, her vision has brought her focus closer to home. Early in 2020 Roberts launched Ikigai Company, a private consulting practice dedicated to advising families, individuals and organizations on strategies to design and execute customized and purpose-driven fundraising. Inspired by the importance of empowering women at the most fundamental level, Kate founded The Body Agency, an ecommerce, femtech start-up and a global movement making it easy for women to have access to body health and sexual wellness products, services and education. Her aim is to provide women of all ages and cultural backgrounds an online sanctuary for exploring their body health and intimacy in a modern, affordable and fearless way. Public speaker, and producer of documentaries, and fluent in five languages, Kate routinely appears on TV and in print media, reprising her role as a champion for all that supports the ethos of women. Examples include: 2007 Young Global Leader at The World Economic Forum (WEF), Founding Curator of WEF Global Shapers, Fox News Power Player of the Week, Public Policy top 100 Thinkers, Fast Company Top 100 Most Creative, Vogue 100 Top women, CNN Hero, Jack Valenti AIDS Leadership Award and Fortune's Most Powerful Women. She hosts the weekly Podcast Sex Body and Soul. At the core of her being, is her desire to raise her daughter Lilly in an environment where passion and purpose are the norm and young girls are encouraged to develop into tomorrow’s leaders and be free to embrace all of life’s opportunities. Connect with Kate Roberts: /episode/index/show/strongwomenmd/id/26305503

The Moxie Mindset: How to Cultivate Grit, Courage, and Confidence with Alexia Vernon 03/16/2023

The Moxie Mindset: How to Cultivate Grit, Courage, and Confidence with Alexia Vernon In this episode, Alexia Vernon, Founder and President of Step Into Your Moxie shares her journey of starting her business and how she helps healthcare leaders create safe spaces for their employees to speak up. She also explains why she chose "moxie" and how it factors into effective leadership. Alexia discusses her inspiration for writing, Step into Your Moxie, as well as sharing some insights from her book. About Alexia Vernon: Alexia was dubbed as a "Moxie Maven" by the White House Office of Public Engagement for her unique and effective approach to communication and leadership development, Alexia Vernon is the founder and president of Step into Your Moxie. A certified woman-owned and disability-owned business, Step into Your Moxie helps organizations develop their people, their communication strategy and training, and create messaging that calls in the right employees, customers, and opportunities. Alexia and her team excel at supporting executives, key leaders, and their teams to communicate powerfully in presentations, conversations, and written communication. Alexia's ‘secret sauce’ is showing leaders how to develop the mindset and skillset to be present with the discomfort that often comes up when speaking—especially during high-stakes communication. Since winning the Miss Junior America competition, Alexia has delivered transformational keynotes and programs for Fortune 500 companies, healthcare and educational institutions, nonprofit organizations, professional associations, and the United Nations. Alexia has contributed to media such as CNN, NBC, ABC, CBS, http://Entrepreneur.com , http://Forbes.com , http://Inc.com , European Business Review, and Women’s Health Magazine. Alexia is the author of multiple books including the award-winning, Step into Your Moxie: Amplify Your Voice, Visibility, and Influence in the World. She is the creator of the popular LinkedIn Learning course, Communicating to Drive People to Take Action, and is a proud cancer survivor. About STEP INTO YOUR MOXIE: Step into Your Moxie is your soul-stirring call-to-action to speak up for yourself and the ideas and issues that matter most to you — in your career, business, community, and home. This timely, refreshingly playful guide will remind you of the whip-smart insights on women’s empowerment of Sheryl Sandberg, the sassy approach to self-help of Jen Sincero, and the soulful storytelling of Brené Brown. Wise, witty, and with just the right amount of woo, it will make you laugh, quite possibly make you cry, and will definitely move you to communicate with candor, clarity, compassion, and ease. Moxie Moment exercises in each chapter empower you to transfer what you read into action in all areas of your life. Grab a copy now! Free Resources Persuasive Communication Cheat Sheet Connect with Alexia Vernon: Website | Facebook | Linked In | Instagram | /episode/index/show/strongwomenmd/id/26221800

REPLAY Part 2 Retired OB-GYN Dr. Janet Lawson shares her experience growing up during segregation, what inspired her to become a doctor and her work in Public Health to create policy change Dr. Janet Lawson was the first guest on the Strong Women in Medicine podcast. A retired OB-GYN, she shares her experience growing up during segregation, what inspired her to become a doctor and how her work in Public Health helped to create policy change. About our guest: Dr. Lawson had a unique career in clinical medicine and public health. She received her medical degree in June 1980 from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas, and completed a residency program in Obstetrics and Gynecology (Ob/Gyn) at the Baylor College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals. She was board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and maintained her medical license in Texas until her retirement in June 2014. She is a recipient of the Women in Government 2009 Presidential Leadership Award, 2006 Excellence in Women’s Health Award from the Jacobs Institute of Women’s Health and an award for Leadership in Women’s Health in Texas from the United States Department of Health and Human Services Region VI Office on Women’s Health. In September 1996, she joined the Texas Department of Health (TDH) as the Director of the Division of Women's Health. During her tenure at TDH, she has served in a variety of positions, including medical consultant for the Bureau of Clinical and Nutrition Services, acting chief for the Bureau of Community Oriented Public Health, acting chief for the Bureau of HIV/STD Prevention, Interim Medical Director for the South Texas Health Care System, Title X Medical Director for Texas, and medical consultant on the clinical support team of the Preventive and Primary Care Unit in the Division for Family and Community Health Services. While serving as the acting director of the Regional and Local Health Services and later the Director of Regional and Local Health Services, she helped the creation of the Division of Regional and Local Health Services, becoming first the Assistant Commissioner for the newly formed division. Her professional and teaching experience includes faculty positions in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) (1985-89) and the Louisiana State University Medical Center (LSUMC) in New Orleans (1994-96). She was the medical director of the Teen Pregnancy Clinic and the Pediatrics/Adolescent Gyn Clinic at UTMB. She was also the Director of Pediatrics and Adolescent Gynecology at LSUMC, where she established and became the first Medical Director of the Developmental Disability Clinic – a preventive/primary care clinic for women with developmental disabilities. During that tenure, she co-authored a chapter in Adolescents with Down Syndrome: Toward a More Fulfilling Life. Other clinical experience includes providing general obstetric and gynecologic care at the Brownsville Community Health Clinic in Brownsville, Texas (8/89-2/91) and private practice in Albany, Oregon (8/91- 7/94). While at the Brownville Community Health Clinic she served as medical director for the Brownsville Community Health Clinic Birthing Center. She is a Life Fellow in the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ACOG) and was a founding member of the North American Society for Pediatrics and Adolescent Gynecology. She served on the ACOG Committee on Health Care for Underserved Women. She has also served on several other committees and boards, representing diverse organizations. These include the National Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy: State and Local Action Task Force, the Texas Association Concerning School Aged Parenthood, the Association for Retarded Citizens of Greater New Orleans, March of Dimes – Austin Travis County Chapter, the Turner Syndrome Society – United States and the Texas Council on Family Violence. She is currently on the Board of Directors for Any Baby Can. /episode/index/show/strongwomenmd/id/26234910

REPLAY Part 1: Retired OB-GYN Dr. Janet Lawson shares her experience growing up during segregation, what inspired her to become a doctor and her work in Public Health to create policy change Dr. Janet Lawson was the first guest on the Strong Women in Medicine podcast. A retired OB-GYN, she shares her experience growing up during segregation, what inspired her to become a doctor and how her work in Public Health helped to create policy change. About our guest: Dr. Lawson had a unique career in clinical medicine and public health. She received her medical degree in June 1980 from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas, and completed a residency program in Obstetrics and Gynecology (Ob/Gyn) at the Baylor College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals. She was board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and maintained her medical license in Texas until her retirement in June 2014. She is a recipient of the Women in Government 2009 Presidential Leadership Award, 2006 Excellence in Women’s Health Award from the Jacobs Institute of Women’s Health and an award for Leadership in Women’s Health in Texas from the United States Department of Health and Human Services Region VI Office on Women’s Health. In September 1996, she joined the Texas Department of Health (TDH) as the Director of the Division of Women's Health. During her tenure at TDH, she has served in a variety of positions, including medical consultant for the Bureau of Clinical and Nutrition Services, acting chief for the Bureau of Community Oriented Public Health, acting chief for the Bureau of HIV/STD Prevention, Interim Medical Director for the South Texas Health Care System, Title X Medical Director for Texas, and medical consultant on the clinical support team of the Preventive and Primary Care Unit in the Division for Family and Community Health Services. While serving as the acting director of the Regional and Local Health Services and later the Director of Regional and Local Health Services, she helped the creation of the Division of Regional and Local Health Services, becoming first the Assistant Commissioner for the newly formed division. Her professional and teaching experience includes faculty positions in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) (1985-89) and the Louisiana State University Medical Center (LSUMC) in New Orleans (1994-96). She was the medical director of the Teen Pregnancy Clinic and the Pediatrics/Adolescent Gyn Clinic at UTMB. She was also the Director of Pediatrics and Adolescent Gynecology at LSUMC, where she established and became the first Medical Director of the Developmental Disability Clinic – a preventive/primary care clinic for women with developmental disabilities. During that tenure, she co-authored a chapter in Adolescents with Down Syndrome: Toward a More Fulfilling Life. Other clinical experience includes providing general obstetric and gynecologic care at the Brownsville Community Health Clinic in Brownsville, Texas (8/89-2/91) and private practice in Albany, Oregon (8/91- 7/94). While at the Brownville Community Health Clinic she served as medical director for the Brownsville Community Health Clinic Birthing Center. She is a Life Fellow in the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ACOG) and was a founding member of the North American Society for Pediatrics and Adolescent Gynecology. She served on the ACOG Committee on Health Care for Underserved Women. She has also served on several other committees and boards, representing diverse organizations. These include the National Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy: State and Local Action Task Force, the Texas Association Concerning School Aged Parenthood, the Association for Retarded Citizens of Greater New Orleans, March of Dimes – Austin Travis County Chapter, the Turner Syndrome Society – United States and the Texas Council on Family Violence. She is currently on the Board of Directors for Any Baby Can. /episode/index/show/strongwomenmd/id/26221866

Michael Lewis on starting his business, Tutor Financial Advisors, LLC and why it was important to help Health Professionals who specialize in Addiction Medicine prepare for retirement 03/09/2023

Replay: Meet Dr. Averil Mansfield, Pioneering Vascular Surgeon and the UK’s first female professor of surgery 03/08/2023

Replay: Meet Dr. Averil Mansfield, Pioneering Vascular Surgeon and the UK’s first female professor of surgery In honor of International Women's Day, we are re-airing our interview with Dr. Averil Mansfield, Pioneering Vascular Surgeon and the UK's first female professor of surgery. She recently published her autobiography, Life in Her Hands. From a young age, Averil Mansfield wanted to become a doctor. But it was the early 1950s, and women were not expected to pursue a career in medicine. Against all expectations, Dr. Mansfield forged ahead and became a Vascular surgeon in the UK. In addition to her illustrious career, she has worked to support and encourage other women to enter the field of surgery. Dr. Mansfield was voted one of "100 Women Who Have Changed the World" and founded Women in Surgery, a Royal College of Surgeons initiative to encourage more women to enter the field. Links and Resources: About our Guest: Dr. Averil Mansfield is a retired Vascular Surgeon. She was born into a working-class family and was educated at her local primary and grammar schools in Blackpool and then at Liverpool University graduating M.B.Ch.B in 1960. She plays the piano and music has been a prominent feature throughout her life. She learned to play the cello in retirement. After graduation, she trained in surgery in Liverpool and in addition spent two years in the USA. At the age of 34 she became a consultant general surgeon first in Liverpool and later moved to London. In London she practiced as a vascular surgeon and later [1993] became Professor of Vascular Surgery at Imperial College and Director of the Academic Surgical Unit at St Mary’s Hospital. She was the first woman in the UK to become a professor of surgery and to head up an academic surgical unit. Her research interests centered on thrombosis and on arterial diseases along with their surgical treatment. Teaching and passing on skills have always been her passion and she hopes to inspire the next generation to achieve to the maximum of their capabilities. She has been President of The Association of Surgeons of Great Britain and Ireland [the first woman], President of The Vascular Surgical Society [the first woman], and the section of Surgery of the RSM. She was Vice President of the Royal College of Surgeons of England and chaired a number of its boards and the Court of Examiners and in 2009 became President of the BMA. She was recently a member of the working party looking at Diversity in Surgery under the chairmanship of Baroness Helena Kennedy. In retirement, she chaired the Council of the Stroke Association, the Board of Science of the BMA, and two medical charities. Charitable commitments and ambassadorial roles eg for Liverpool University are a continuing and important feature of her life. In 2019 she was awarded the Aneurin Bevan Lifetime achievement award at the celebration to mark the 70th anniversary of the NHS. In 2020 she was a castaway on Desert Island Discs. /episode/index/show/strongwomenmd/id/26152398

Jen Shultz, Founder & Leader of The Non-Nine-to-Five™ shares her journey to starting her own business, and her enthusiasm for helping other women do the same 03/02/2023

Jen Shultz, Founder & Leader of The Non-Nine-to-Five™ shares her journey to starting her own business, and her enthusiasm for helping other women do the same If you feel a strong call to step outside your full-time 9 to 5 because there is something more you are meant to create on your own, this episode is for you. Jen Shultz, Founder & Leader of The Non-Nine-to-Five™, left a full-time job as a teacher, unsure of what was next. She listened to her inner voice which resulted in her finding her purpose and starting The Non-Nine-to-Five™. Tune in to hear some tips for stepping out on your own and writing the next chapter of your story. And if you sense you are meant to create successful self-employment impacting the lives of others with your own unique skills and talents BUT you get caught up in self-doubt, second guessing yourself, or overwhelm - Jen invites you to apply for a private Clarity Call with her (her gift to you!). On your call, Jen will listen deeply about what isn’t working, she will aim to have you feel seen and heard, and you will see if the work Jen does is a match for you. to apply! About Our Guest: Jen Shultz is The Founder and Leader of The Non-Nine-to-Five™ where she educates, trains, and coaches conscientious women (creatives, healers, educators, activists, leaders) who know deep in their soul they are meant to escape the 9-5 and become successfully self-employed She does this through individualized private work and community connection. Jen is also a national and international speaker (Google, Wix, University of Texas, to name a few), a bit of a comedian, and she lives with her sweet dog Hunny in Austin, TX. She has been successfully self-employed for over 12 years, after leaving her teaching career in New York City. Email: Website: Social Media Links Video + Audio Print /episode/index/show/strongwomenmd/id/26108325

Nicole Lamoureux, President and CEO of the National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (NAFC) shares her passion for change and what it means to be a disrupter 02/24/2023

Nicole Lamoureux, President and CEO of the National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (NAFC) shares her passion for change and what it means to be a disrupter What do uninsured people do when they can’t afford insurance? Nicole Lamoureux went on a mission to find answers to that question. After a diagnosis of inflammatory breast cancer at age 33, Nicole, who had insurance and access to care, realized she would also need to deplete her 401K. In the midst of her diagnosis, Nicole made some major life changes one of which was to leave her job to find an opportunity that would allow her to advocate for the healthcare of others. This quest led Nicole to the National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (NAFC) where she became their Executive Director in 2007 while undergoing treatment for breast cancer. Fast forward to today where Nicole is the President and CEO of NAFC and has helped the organization grow from 75 clinics to 1,400 clinics, and 200,000 volunteers. Their mission is to build healthy communities for all through quality, equitable, accessible healthcare. Some of the ways they create accessibility are by setting up services in places that communities have access to such as libraries and public transportation sites. Nicole reminds us we can all make a difference and even what we consider a small donation can have a great impact! About our guest: Nicole is a Chief Executive Officer who works daily with the National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (NAFC), its 1,400 member organizations, and its partners like CVS to advance the mission of ensuring the medically underserved have access to affordable, quality healthcare. Nicole has testified before Congress, is a regular TV commentator – having been featured on MSNBC, CNN, and FoxNews to name a few – and has published numerous articles on the important role of America’s safety net and charitable care providers. Nicole has been named four times by the Nonprofit Times as one of the top 50 Most Influential and Powerful Nonprofit Executives in the USA. She has received the Center of Non-Profit EXCEL Award for Excellence in Executive Non-Profit Leadership. Website: Social Media: Twitter - @NAFClinics Facebook - Instagram - LinkedIn - YouTube - Flickr - /episode/index/show/strongwomenmd/id/26033574

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