How to Win at Women’s Health | Dr. Marjorie R. Jenkins

Navigating the healthcare system as a woman can feel like a losing game. In this episode, women’s medicine and health policy expert Dr. Marjorie Jenkins talks about the state of women’s healthcare, and what we can do to advocate for a better future. Dr. Marjorie R. Jenkins is the dean at the University of South Carolina’s School of Medicine Greenville and the chief academic officer for Prisma Health-Upstate. Previously, she was a professor of medicine and associate dean at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center and founder as well as the chief scientific officer of the Laura W. Bush Institute for Women's Health. She served the FDA from 2015 to 2019 as the director of medical and scientific initiatives for the Office of Women's Health, where she provided scientific and health policy expertise.Dr. Jenkins launched the annual U.S. Sex and Gender Education Summit. She was co-editor of a signature textbook, How Sex and Gender Impact Clinical Practice: An Evidence-Based Guide to Patient Care, published in 2020. She is co-author of “Why Women Aren’t Winning at Health”, published in May 2023 by WorldChangers Media. Discussed in this episode:Why women aren’t currently winning at health What is sex and gender-specific healthcare? How can women get better healthcare?Standards for medical training regarding the female bodyHot topics in women’s healthcare todayMenopause and hormone therapyPositive and negative outlooks of using Artificial Intelligence in medicine How women can find the right healthcare provider “The first thing I say to women patients is: Whatever you tell me, I’m going to believe you.” - Dr. Marjorie Jenkins⏱ Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction to the Fempower Health Podcast02:15 - The importance of women's health and self-advocacy07:30 - Addressing common challenges faced by women in healthcare12:45 - Practical strategies for improving women's health outcomes19:20 - Breaking barriers and achieving optimal well-beingRelated to this episode:Mentioned: Sex Matters in Healthcare | Dr. Alyson McGregorMentioned: Decoding Metabolic Syndrome | Dr. Robert Lustig Learn more about OMRecommended Books on Breaking Taboos in Women's Health  Resources and episodes on Perimenopause & Menopause NAMS: www.menopause.org Dr. Jenkins on Instagram: @deanofthegreenDr. Jenkins on Twitter: @deanofthegreenIf you're passionate about advancing women's health, there are many ways you can support the Fempower Health Podcast. Here's how:Subscribe and Listen: Tune in to new episodes every Tuesday by subscribing to the Fempower Health Podcast on iTunes or Spotify or your favorite podcast platform. Your regular listenership is invaluable!Leave a Review: Help us grow by leaving a review on iTunes or Spotify. Your feedback not only supports us but also helps others discover our podcast.Share with Others: Spread the word by sharing episodes with friends, family, or anyone interested in women's health. Every share helps!Engage with Our Community: Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for the latest updates and engaging content.Stay Informed: Sign up for our weekly newsletter to receive the latest announcements, news, and research directly in your inbox.Reach Out: We love hearing from you! Reach out for inquiries, outreach, or even to share your questions and topics of interest.Together, let's build a stronger community dedicated to women's health. Your support is crucial in this journey!**The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor.  Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. Additionally, the views expressed by the Fempower Health podcast guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.****Contains affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links**