Our Voices, Our Future

Our Voices, Our Future

di Meghan Etsey, Rhea Manohar, Meenu Immaneni, and Laura Uricoechea

Educazione Medicina

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Doctor, Scientist, and Advisor

In this episode of Our Voices, Our Future, we sit down with Dr. Weisholtz, a physician-scientist with an MD-PhD from Harvard Medical School and a deep passion for mentoring future doctors and researchers. During this episode we talk about the importance of mentorship in medicine, the shortage of female mentors in academia, the challenges faced by underrepresented students, and how platforms like MD-PhD Advising are helping close mentorship gaps. To learn more about Dr. Weisholtz’s advising, visit www.mdphdadvising.com. You can also reach out to Dr. Weisholtz via email: yweisholtz@gmail.com You can find more information about the work AMWA’s Advocacy Committee has done and how to join their efforts here: https://www.amwa-doc.org/our-work/advocacy/ You can find more information about AMWA’s Gender Equity Task Force here: https://www.amwa-doc.org/our-work/initiatives/gender-equity-task-force/ If you are interested in joining the group, reach out to getf@amwa-doc.org If you are interested in learning more about the podcast or being featured on an upcoming episode, reach out to our team at getf@amwa-doc.org If you are interested in joining the incredible network of women in medicine—join AMWA today at https://www.amwa-doc.org/ Thank you for tuning in to Our Voices, Our Future, we will see you next time!

Doctor and Menopause Educator

In this episode of Our Voices, Our Future, we sit down with Dr. Jessica Nazzaro, a Board-Certified OB/GYN and Certified Menopause Practitioner, to explore the often-overlooked world of midlife women’s health. During this episode we talk about the gaps in medical education and research around menopause, hormone replacement therapy, cardiovascular risk, and hysterectomy. Dr. Nazzaro shares how she helps patients make confident, informed decisions amidst conflicting health advice—and what needs to change to better support women in midlife and beyond. To learn more about Dr. Nazzaro’s work and resources on midlife health, visit her website at doctorjnazz.com You can find more information about the work AMWA’s Advocacy Committee has done and how to join their efforts here: https://www.amwa-doc.org/our-work/advocacy/ You can find more information about AMWA’s Gender Equity Task Force here: https://www.amwa-doc.org/our-work/initiatives/gender-equity-task-force/ If you are interested in joining the group, reach out to getf@amwa-doc.org If you are interested in learning more about the podcast or being featured on an upcoming episode, reach out to our team at getf@amwa-doc.org If you are interested in joining the incredible network of women in medicine - join AMWA today at https://www.amwa-doc.org/ Thank you for tuning in to Our Voices, Our Future, we will see you next time!

Doctor, Organizer, and Catalyst

In this episode of Our Voices, Our Future, we sit down with Dr. Lauren Beene and Dr. Valerie Fouts-Fowler, two pediatricians whose commitment to patient care, advocacy, and equity in medicine has sparked both recognition and controversy. During this episode we talk about their journeys into pediatrics, their advocacy in reproductive rights and healthcare, their experiences with union organizing at University Hospitals, and the challenges and opportunities that come with standing up for equity in medicine. We also explore what their fight reveals about the structural barriers physicians face when pushing for systemic change. To learn more about their ongoing efforts and ways to support, visit www.concernedUHphysicians.org. You can also reach out to Dr. Beene and Dr. Fouts-Fowler via email: concernedUHphysicians@gmail.com You can find more information about the work AMWA’s Advocacy Committee has done and how to join their efforts here: https://www.amwa-doc.org/our-work/advocacy/ You can find more information about AMWA’s Gender Equity Task Force here: https://www.amwa-doc.org/our-work/initiatives/gender-equity-task-force/ If you are interested in joining the group, reach out to getf@amwa-doc.org If you are interested in learning more about the podcast or being featured on an upcoming episode, reach out to our team at getf@amwa-doc.org If you are interested in joining the incredible network of women in medicine—join AMWA today at https://www.amwa-doc.org/ Thank you for tuning in to Our Voices, Our Future, we will see you next time!

Public Health Advocate and Digital Storyteller

In this episode of Our Voices, Our Future, we’re joined by Beatrice Hyppolite., a public health professional and digital storyteller committed to making healthcare information more accessible, relatable, and empowering—especially for young professionals navigating life after graduation. During this episode, we talk about how public health shows up in unexpected places—from housing and period poverty to pop culture and misinformation. Beatrice shares how she bridges strategy with storytelling, the role social media plays in shaping public health narratives, and why she believes everyone—regardless of background—can be a public health advocate. This conversation is a reminder that public health isn’t just about policy or pandemics—it’s personal, cultural, and all around us. To learn more about The Bea Word, check out the following links: https://www.instagram.com/whatsthebeaword/ https://www.tiktok.com/@whatsthebeaword https://www.linkedin.com/in/beatrice-hyppolite/ You can also reach out to Beatrice Hyppolite via email: beatricehyppolite47@gmail.com You can find more information about the work AMWA’s Advocacy Committee has done and how to join their efforts here: https://www.amwa-doc.org/our-work/advocacy/ You can find more information about AMWA’s Gender Equity Task Force here: https://www.amwa-doc.org/our-work/initiatives/gender-equity-task-force/ If you are interested in joining the group, reach out to getf@amwa-doc.org If you are interested in learning more about the podcast or being featured on an upcoming episode, reach out to our team at getf@amwa-doc.org If you are interested in joining the incredible network of women in medicine - join AMWA today at https://www.amwa-doc.org/ Thank you for tuning in to Our Voices, Our Future, we will see you next time!

Doctor and Adventurer

In this episode of Our Voices, Our Future, we are joined by Dr. Laura Helfman—an emergency medicine physician, wilderness medicine instructor, and whitewater rafting guide—to explore how she has built a career defined by balance, passion, and service. Dr. Helfman shares how her love for the outdoors shaped her journey into wilderness medicine, and a desire to service led her to decades of involvement with the American Medical Women’s Association and the American Women’s Hospitals Service. She reflects on navigating gender bias in medicine, the importance of mentorship and support networks, and the value of cultivating interests beyond clinical practice to avoid burnout. You can reach Dr. Helfman by email at riverdoc@outlook.com or by phone at 931-636-7783 You can find more information about the work AMWA’s Advocacy Committee has done and how to join their efforts here: https://www.amwa-doc.org/our-work/advocacy/ You can find more information about AMWA’s Gender Equity Task Force here: https://www.amwa-doc.org/our-work/initiatives/gender-equity-task-force/ If you are interested in joining the group, reach out to getf@amwa-doc.org If you are interested in learning more about the podcast or being featured on an upcoming episode, reach out to our team at getf@amwa-doc.org If you are interested in joining the incredible network of women in medicine - join AMWA today at https://www.amwa-doc.org/ Thank you for tuning in to Our Voices, Our Future, we will see you next time!

Financial Advisor and Educator

In this episode of Our Voices, Our Future, we’re joined by Caroline Tanis—financial advisor, strategist, and best-selling author—to talk about the gender pay gap and the lesser-known gender wealth gap. Drawing from her expertise, Caroline highlights the key contributors to pay disparities and addresses common misconceptions surrounding both gaps. We also explore the steps we can take to move the needle toward closing the gender pay gap and the gender wealth gap, and building a more equitable financial future. To learn more about Caroline and her work, visit: https://tanisfingroup.com/ Instagram: @tanisfingroup Youtube: @thewealthcafe The Wealth Cafe, on Apple, Spotify, and iHeartRadio Podcasts! You can find more information about the work AMWA’s Advocacy Committee has done and how to join their efforts here: https://www.amwa-doc.org/our-work/advocacy/ You can find more information about AMWA’s Gender Equity Task Force here: https://www.amwa-doc.org/our-work/initiatives/gender-equity-task-force/ If you are interested in joining the group, reach out to getf@amwa-doc.org If you are interested in learning more about the podcast or being featured on an upcoming episode, reach out to our team at getf@amwa-doc.org If you are interested in joining the incredible network of women in medicine - join AMWA today at https://www.amwa-doc.org/ Thank you for tuning in to Our Voices, Our Future, we will see you next time!

Doctor and Dreamer

In this episode of Our Voices, Our Future, we discuss how creativity and self-expression can redefine what it means to be a professional in medicine. Dr. Jamee Goldstein, board-certified pediatrician and immediate past president of the American College of Osteopathic Pediatricians, shares how her background in dance and the arts has shaped her clinical practice, leadership style, and advocacy work. Together, we explore themes of challenging gendered stereotypes in medicine, the importance of mentorship and representation, the role of creative outlets in combating burnout, and the need to value emotional intelligence and empathy as core components of medical excellence. To learn more about how embracing the full spectrum of identity—including creativity, compassion, and emotion—can strengthen both patient care and physician well-being, we invite you to listen to this powerful conversation with Dr. Goldstein You can also reach out to Dr. Goldstein via email: jgoldstein@alliedphysiciansgroup.com You can find more information about the work AMWA’s Advocacy Committee has done and how to join their efforts here: https://www.amwa-doc.org/our-work/advocacy/ You can find more information about AMWA’s Gender Equity Task Force here: https://www.amwa-doc.org/our-work/initiatives/gender-equity-task-force/ If you are interested in joining the group, reach out to getf@amwa-doc.org If you are interested in learning more about the podcast or being featured on an upcoming episode, reach out to our team at getf@amwa-doc.org If you are interested in joining the incredible network of women in medicine - join AMWA today at https://www.amwa-doc.org/ Thank you for tuning in to Our Voices, Our Future, we will see you next time!

Doctor and Wellness Advocate

In this episode of Our Voices, Our Future, we talk about imposter syndrome, confidence, and the burnout epidemic among women in medicine. Dr. Shanika Esparaz—ophthalmologist, lifestyle medicine specialist, and certified wellbeing coach—joins us to share her journey from clinical practice to founding Envision Your Wellness, where she helps women physicians reclaim balance and confidence using her “Four Corners of Health” framework. We explore the unique pressures women face in high-achieving medical careers, the red flags of burnout, and how imposter syndrome can quietly undermine even the most accomplished professionals. Dr. Esparaz offers actionable strategies—from daily mindset shifts to powerful coaching tools—for recognizing burnout early and building confidence that lasts. To learn more about Dr. Shanika Esparaz’s work, visit her website and explore “The Confident Clinician”—a transformative 5-day course designed to help women in medicine move from wondering “Do I belong here?” to confidently saying “I got this!” in just five days. Link to receive the course: https://envisionyourwellness.mykajabi.com/pl/2148659638 For ongoing support, check out her group coaching membership—a low-cost, low-time commitment way to receive coaching alongside other women in medicine. Join the group coaching membership here: https://envisionyourwellness.mykajabi.com Learn more about her coaching philosophy and services on her website: https://envisionyourwellness.mykajabi.com You can also reach out to Dr. Esparaz on IG @shani_esparazmd or email: info@envisioncleveland.net.via You can find more information about the work AMWA’s Advocacy Committee has done and how to join their efforts here: https://www.amwa-doc.org/our-work/advocacy/ You can find more information about AMWA’s Gender Equity Task Force here: https://www.amwa-doc.org/our-work/initiatives/gender-equity-task-force/ If you are interested in joining the group, reach out to getf@amwa-doc.org If you are interested in learning more about the podcast or being featured on an upcoming episode, reach out to our team at getf@amwa-doc.org If you are interested in joining the incredible network of women in medicine - join AMWA today at https://www.amwa-doc.org/ Thank you for tuning in to Our Voices, Our Future, we will see you next time!

Doctor and Hopeful Human

In this episode of Our Voices, Our Future, we sit down with Dr. Eileen Barrett, a nationally recognized leader in internal medicine and addiction care. From her roots in public health to her presidency of the American Medical Women’s Association, Dr. Barrett shares powerful insights on inclusion, institutional change, and the emotional resilience required for sustained advocacy. We discuss the importance of everyday actions, and what it truly means to create spaces of belonging. Whether you're a student, clinician, or leader, this episode will challenge and inspire you to reimagine equity in healthcare. To learn more about Dr. Barrett’s work, please see the links below: https://www.healio.com/news/hematology-oncology/20220202/blog-one-small-grand-rounds-innovation-to-increase-equity https://www.wimedicine.org/blog/a-more-inclusive-medical-school-graduation-ceremony You can also reach out to Dr. Eileen Barrett via Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eileen-barrett-md/ You can find more information about the work AMWA’s Advocacy Committee has done and how to join their efforts here: https://www.amwa-doc.org/our-work/advocacy/ You can find more information about AMWA’s Gender Equity Task Force here: https://www.amwa-doc.org/our-work/initiatives/gender-equity-task-force/ If you are interested in joining the group, reach out to getf@amwa-doc.org If you are interested in learning more about the podcast or being featured on an upcoming episode, reach out to our team at getf@amwa-doc.org If you are interested in joining the incredible network of women in medicine - join AMWA today at https://www.amwa-doc.org/ Thank you for tuning in to Our Voices, Our Future, we will see you next time!

Doctor and Messy Human

In this episode of Our Voices, Our Future, we talk with Dr. Karen Leitner—physician-turned-coach and founder of How to Feel Better for Women Physicians. We explore how the invisible curriculum of medicine teaches women to override their needs, avoid conflict, and internalize the impossible standards of a broken system. Karen shares how these same forces show up in gender pay inequity, burnout, and moral injury—and what it looks like to reclaim time, value, and self-compassion as a form of resistance. From charting at midnight to fearing you're not “good enough,” this episode is a powerful reminder that advocating for yourself is not selfish—it’s a leadership skill. To learn more about Dr. Karen Leitner and what she does, please see the links below: Instagram: @karenleitnermd Program page: www.karenleitnermd.com/how-to-feel-better You can also reach out to Dr. Karen Leitner via email: hello@karenleitnermd.com You can find more information about the work AMWA’s Advocacy Committee has done and how to join their efforts here: https://www.amwa-doc.org/our-work/advocacy/ You can find more information about AMWA’s Gender Equity Task Force here: https://www.amwa-doc.org/our-work/initiatives/gender-equity-task-force/ If you are interested in joining the group, reach out to getf@amwa-doc.org If you are interested in learning more about the podcast or being featured on an upcoming episode, reach out to our team at getf@amwa-doc.org If you are interested in joining the incredible network of women in medicine - join AMWA today at https://www.amwa-doc.org/ Thank you for tuning in to Our Voices, Our Future, we will see you next time!

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