Redefining Women’s Health: Insights from Dr. Yanes Cardozo

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Yanes Cardozo, Associate Professor at the University of Mississippi Medical Center, whose research is transforming the way we understand the intersection of hormones, cardiovascular health, and metabolic disease in women. Dr. Cardozo shares her journey from medical training to becoming a physician-scientist, the challenges she’s navigated as a woman in academia and research, and why advocating for women’s health in medicine is more important than ever.We also discuss the role of mentorship, her insights on resilience in the face of setbacks, and her advice for young women pursuing careers in science and medicine. This episode is an inspiring look into the power of curiosity, dedication, and the impact one woman can have in advancing health equity and scientific discovery.