Beyond The Paper Gown Podcast
by Mitzi Krockover, MD
Candid. Credible. Curated. Listen in to learn how Beyond the Paper Gown, your women's health podcast, 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.
Episodes
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My Vote. Our Health. | Midlife Health: Menopause, Aging, and Caregiving
Midlife is more than a transition—it is an opportunity to connect the dots between a woman’s health history, her current needs, and her future well-being. But does our healthcare system give women the information, screening, and support they need to make the most of that opportunity? In this...
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My Vote. Our Health. | Maternal Health & Reproductive Health
Maternal Health & Reproductive Health is the third webinar in the My Vote. Our Health. series. Why do women still wait years for a diagnosis, struggle to access fertility care, or face barriers to contraception and postpartum support—even when promising solutions exist? In this special recast,...
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My Vote. Our Health. | Research & Innovation: Funding, the Regulatory Pathway, and Translation to Care
Research & Innovation: Funding, the Regulatory Pathway, and Translation to Care is the second webinar in the My Vote. Our Health. series. In this special recast, Beyond the Paper Gown teams up with Women’s Health Advocates, Community Catalyst, and the National Menopause Foundation to ask a...
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My Vote. Our Health. | Bridging the Care Divide: MentalHealth, Telehealth, Rural Access and CMS Reimbursement
Women's health is shaped by more than clinical care—it is influenced by policy decisions that affect access, coverage, funding, reimbursement and insurance coverage, and research. In this special recast from the My Vote. Our Health. webinar series, Beyond the Paper Gown is proud to partner with...
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Ovarian Cancer, The Signs Are There. So Why Are We Missing Them?
Ovarian cancer is often called a “silent disease”—but is it really, or are we just missing the signs? In this episode of Beyond the Paper Gown, Mitzi Krockover, MD sits down with Robin Cohen, RN, Chair of the World Ovarian Cancer Coalition and CEO & Co-Founder of the Sandy Rollman Ovarian Cancer...
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Hype vs. Help: How to Decode Supplements for Midlife Women
Standing in the supplement aisle and wondering what actually works? In this episode of Beyond the Paper Gown, Dr. Mitzi Krockover is joined by neuroscientist Dr. Shikha Snigdha, Senior Director of Scientific Affairs at OLLY, who brings more than 16 years of experience in neuropharmacology…
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Women’s Health Innovation Isn’t Niche — This Report Proves It
Why does women’s health still struggle to get the attention and investment it deserves—despite affecting half the population? In this episode of Beyond the Paper Gown, Dr. Mitzi Krockover is joined by Anna Jeter, co-founder and Chief Regulatory Officer of AOA Dx, for a conversation that…
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From Idea to Impact: Building Women-Centered Health Apps
How do you turn a women’s health problem into a real, usable digital product? In this bonus mini-episode of Beyond the Paper Gown, Dr. Mitzi Krockover is joined again by Josefina Ruiz, Head of Growth at Light it, for a behind-the-scenes conversation designed for founders, innovators, and anyone...
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How Women's Health Apps Come To Life - And How To Choose One
What makes a digital health app truly trustworthy—and who decides? In this episode of Beyond the Paper Gown, Dr. Mitzi Krockover speaks with Josefina Ruiz, Head of Growth at Light it, a global healthcare product agency building femtech and mental health platforms. Together, they explore what...
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Midlife Metabolism Reset: Nutrition Secrets for Women 40+
How can women over 40 eat for energy, longevity, and a healthier, saner relationship with weight? On Beyond the Paper Gown, Ro Huntriss—award-winning registered dietitian and Chief Nutrition Officer at Simple—breaks down how midlife shifts like estrogen decline and insulin resistance change the…
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Women’s Health Advocates: Congressional Briefing on Menopause
Menopause isn’t a niche issue—it’s a national one. In this special Beyond the Paper Gown episode, Beyond the Paper Gown brings you a recent congressional briefing, moderated by Dr. Mitzi Krockover, and featuring lawmakers and experts, Rep. Julia Brownley, Asm. Linda Rosenthal, Dr. Jayne Morgan,...
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From the Sports Court to the C-Suite: Mental Fitness Secrets for High-Achieving Women
What does it take to truly perform at your best—on the court, in the boardroom, or in everyday life? In this episode of Beyond the Paper Gown, Mitzi Krockover, MD sits down with Brook Choulet, M.D., The Performance Psychiatrist®, founder and CEO of Choulet Performance Psychiatry®, President of…
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Virtual Reality Therapy: A New Hope for Chronic Pain and Women’s Health
What if your doctor prescribed a virtual reality headset instead of pain medication? In this episode of Beyond the Paper Gown, Mitzi Krockover, MD speaks with Mary Catherine George, PhD, Health Psychologist and Clinical Research Program Director in the Neurology Department at Mount Sinai School…
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Unlocking the Power of the Vaginal Microbiome for Better Health
Vaginal health is more than just an intimate concern, it’s a cornerstone of overall wellness. In this episode, Dr. Mitzi Krockover talks with Wendy Strgar, Founder & CIO of Good Clean Love, Founder and CEO of Vaginal Biome Science and Womankind Care, about the often‑overlooked vaginal microbiome...
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Uncovering the Silent Link: Oral Health’s Hidden Impact on Women
How does oral health impact your entire body, especially for women? Dr. Maria Ryan, Executive Vice President and Chief Clinical Officer at Colgate Palmolive, joins Beyond the Paper Gown host, Dr. Mitzi Krockover, to explain the powerful connections between gum disease, chronic inflammation,...
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How Technology Is Transforming Mental Health Care in 2025
Discover how technology is transforming mental health care with Dr. Sarah Adler, Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry at Stanford and CEO of Wave. Dr. Adler shares how Wave uses predictive analytics and a transdiagnostic model to deliver personalized, evidence-based care, making therapy…
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Optimal Aging: What You Need to Know at Every Stage
Dr. Maria Carney, Chief of Geriatric and Palliative Medicine at Northwell Health and co-author of The Aging Revolution, joins us to discuss how we can live not just longer, but better. We explore the distinctions between geriatric, palliative, and hospice care, and why end-of-life planning is a...
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Lessons from Africa: A Tech Founder's Innovative Solutions for Women's Health
In this episode of Beyond the Paper Gown, Dr. Mitzi Krockover sits down with Ifeoluwa Dare-Johnson, MPH, founder and CEO of Healthtracker, to explore how technology is addressing critical gaps in women’s health, particularly in Africa. Ifeoluwa discusses innovative solutions like the…
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Closing Gaps in Women’s Health: Dr. Mitzi Krockover on Innovation, Advocacy, and Research | An Episode from Girl to Great
Curiosity can spark groundbreaking change—especially in women's health. In this special episode, we’re sharing an inspiring conversation from the Girl to Great podcast, where host Alana Kendall—a high school student passionate about empowering young women to lead in healthcare, policy, and health...
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Price and Prejudice: Navigating Healthcare Disparities in Women's Medicine
This episode features Dr. Jocelyn Fitzgerald, Assistant Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology in the Division of Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Krockover and Dr. Fitzgerald have a candid conversation about how women's...
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Redefining Women’s Healthcare: From Research Gaps to Real Solutions
Beyond the Paper Gown host, Dr. Mitzi Krockover, joined HITLAB’s Women’s Health Tech Wednesday symposium with moderator Ansley Bowen to discuss the latest innovations in women's health. From AI and telehealth to menopause solutions and maternal health, she explores the transformative technologies...
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Ayurveda: A Modern Woman's Guide to Ancient Wellness
Join us as Dr. Neela Sheth, an Ayurvedic physician practicing in Switzerland, discusses traditional Indian medicine and women's health. With 20 years of experience, Dr. Sheth explores Ayurveda's approach to topics like hormonal health, menopause, and PCOS. She explains key Ayurvedic concepts such...
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Pharmacy Secrets: Your Guide to Better Care and Lower Costs
Pharmacist Paige Clark, Vice President of Pharmacy Programs and Policy at Prescryptive Health, guides us through the often-confusing world of medications and healthcare technology. Drawing from her decades of experience, she shares insider tips on finding the best prescription prices and making…
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Expecting the Best: Food-Based Strategies for a Healthier Pregnancy
In this discussion which goes beyond the basics of "just take your prenatal vitamins", Dr. Mitzi Krockover welcomes two insightful experts in pregnancy nutrition: Meredith McAllister, CEO and co-founder of Marma, an app designed to guide women through the complexities of pregnancy nutrition, and...
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Beyond the Ballot: Women's Health Policy and Its Impact on the Future
This episode is part of Beyond the Ballot | Voting for Women's Health and Advocating for Change, a three-part webinar series turned into six podcast episodes. Brought to you by Beyond the Paper Gown, Black Women's Health Imperative, G2G Consulting, and HealthyWomen, this series dives deep into…
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Beyond the Ballot: How Policy Shapes Maternal Health in America
This episode is part of Beyond the Ballot | Voting for Women’s Health and Advocating for Change, a three-part webinar series transformed into six podcast episodes. Presented by Beyond the Paper Gown, Black Women’s Health Imperative, G2G Consulting, and HealthyWomen, this series dives into the...
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Beyond the Ballot: How Policy Decisions Shape Reproductive Health Access
This episode is part of Beyond the Ballot | Voting for Women's Health and Advocating for Change, a three-part webinar series transformed into six podcast episodes. Presented by Beyond the Paper Gown, Black Women’s Health Imperative, G2G Consulting, and HealthyWomen, this series examines how…
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Beyond the Ballot: How Workplace Policies Can Improve Women’s Health
This episode is part of Beyond the Ballot | Voting for Women's Health and Advocating for Change, a three-part webinar series transformed into six podcast episodes. Presented by Beyond the Paper Gown, Black Women’s Health Imperative, G2G Consulting, and HealthyWomen, this series delves into how...
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Beyond the Ballot: Voting for Breakthrough Change in Women’s Health
This episode is part of Beyond the Ballot | Voting for Women's Health and Advocating for Change, a three-part webinar series transformed into six podcast episodes. Presented by Beyond the Paper Gown, Black Women’s Health Imperative, G2G Consulting, and HealthyWomen, this series examines how…
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Beyond the Ballot: Bridging the Health Equity Gap Through Policy
This episode is part of “Beyond the Ballot | Voting for Women's Health and Advocating for Change”, a three-part webinar series transformed into six podcast episodes. Brought to you by Beyond the Paper Gown, Black Women’s Health Imperative, G2G Consulting, and HealthyWomen, this series explores…
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Beyond the Ballot: Breaking Down Barriers in Women's Health Research
This episode is part of Beyond the Ballot | Voting for Women's Health and Advocating for Change, a three-part webinar series transformed into six podcast episodes. Brought to you by Beyond the Paper Gown, Black Women's Health Imperative, G2G Consulting, and HealthyWomen, this series uncovers the...
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How Voting Transforms Health: Vot-ER's Badge of Change
Tune in as we dive into the unexpected intersection of democracy and healthcare. Beyond the Paper Gown's, Dr. Mitzi Krockover sits down with Maria Bobrowski-Artola, Policy and Partnerships Manager of Vot-ER, to talk about Vot-ER's groundbreaking initiatives. Maria reveals the secret weapon in the...
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Women's Health PAC: The Force Behind Women's Health Legislation
In this episode of Beyond the Paper Gown, Dr. Mitzi Krockover is joined by Jodi Neuhauser and Liz Powell, Esq., MPH, two of the Co-Founders of the Women's Health Political Action Committee (PAC), to discuss the critical intersection of women's health, policy, and politics. They explore the gaps…
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How Do You Feel?: How to Confront Burnout Successfully
In this episode of Beyond the Paper Gown, Dr. Mitzi Krockover engages in a vital conversation with Dr. Jessi Gold, a psychiatrist and the inaugural Chief Wellness Officer of the University of Tennessee system. Dr. Gold shares insights from her new book, "How Do You Feel?" and discusses the...
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Sleep Matters: Expert Strategies for Better Rest and Health
In this episode of "Beyond the Paper Gown," Dr. Mitzi Krockover hosts a compelling conversation with two esteemed guests: Dr. Barbara Rhoden, Chief Marketing Officer in Residence, Hirsch Leatherwood and an experienced healthcare leader with over 15 years in the industry, along with Dr. Funke...
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How the Future of Femtech Is Being Designed Today
In this episode of Beyond the Paper Gown, Dr. Mitzi Krockover ventures into the world of women's health tech with Theresa Neil, Founder & CEO of Guidea, an award-winning UX design consultancy specializing in healthcare. Theresa, also recognized by Business Insider as a top designer in technology,...
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A New Approach in Fertility: BEA Fertility's Innovative Solution
In this episode of "Beyond the Paper Gown," Dr. Mitzi Krockover discusses a new fertility innovation with guest Tess Cosad, the dynamic CEO and co-founder of Béa Fertility, dedicated to making fertility treatments more accessible and equitable. Tess, a passionate advocate for fairness in the...
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This Is What I Eat: Exploring the Joy of Healthy Eating With Aliza Sokolow
Join Dr. Mitzi Krockover on this engaging episode of "Beyond the Paper Gown" as we meet Aliza Sokolow, a talented chef, food stylist, photographer, and author of the children's book "This Is What I Eat." Aliza shares her journey from her architectural background to her passion for making fruits…
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Diverse Voices, Better Choices: Representation And Its Impact On Health
Join us on this compelling episode of "Beyond the Paper Gown" with host Dr. Mitzi Krockover, as we welcome the trailblazing Dr. Jayne Morgan, a distinguished cardiologist and Executive Director of Health and Community Education at Piedmont Healthcare. Dr. Morgan, leveraging her profound…
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The Truth About Heart Disease in Women
In this important episode, host Dr. Mitzi Krockover is joined by Dr. Suzanne Steinbaum, a leader in preventive cardiology and a strong supporter of women's heart health. They discuss the often overlooked issue of heart disease in women, which is the number one cause of death for women in the…
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Does Your Pelvic Floor Need an Exercise Program?
In this engaging episode, we're joined by Stephanie Schull, PhD, the innovator behind Kegelbell, as we delve into the often overlooked subject of women's pelvic health. Dr. Schull sheds light incontinence, sexual dysfunction, and organ prolapse, which can result from pelvic floor disorders. She...
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The Future of Women's Health: Exploring Oova's Hormone Monitoring Technology
In this episode of Beyond the Paper Gown, host Dr. Mitzi Krockover explores the groundbreaking innovations in women's health with Amy Divaraniya, PhD, Founder & CEO, Oova. Dr. Divaraniya's journey from data science to women's health advocacy led her to create Oova, a platform empowering women…
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Cannabis and Women's Health - What Should You Know?
Tune in to the latest episode of Beyond the Paper Gown featuring Genester Wilson-King, MD FACOG, a board certified ob/gyn, cannabis expert and medical advisor to AIMA, and Lanna Last, Founder and CEO of AIMA, a company creating cannabis-based therapeutics for pelvic pain as well as symptoms of...
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Strong in Midlife: Advocating for Women through Menopause, Bone Health and More
In this enlightening episode, we sit down with Claire Gill, the founder of the National Menopause Foundation and CEO of the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation, to demystify menopause and bone health. Claire breaks down complex topics into understandable insights, discussing how women can...
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How to Make Connections Through Humor and Storytelling: A Candid Conversation With Steve Lichtenstein and Deena Baikowitz
In our latest episode, we bring you a candid conversation with Steve Lichtenstein and Deena Baikowitz, where humor meets heart in a journey through life's transitions. Join us as they open up about their unconventional paths into filmmaking and comedy, sharing hilarious anecdotes and profound...
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What You Need to Know About Heart Disease in Women: Part 2
Continue our exploration of women’s heart health on "Beyond the Paper Gown" as Dr. Mitzi Krockover continues her enlightening discussion with Dr. Rachel Bond, an esteemed preventive cardiologist specializing in women's heart health. Building on the previous episode's insights, Dr. Bond elaborates...
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What You Need to Know About Heart Disease in Women: Part One
We explore women's heart health in our latest episode of "Beyond the Paper Gown." Join Dr. Mitzi Krockover as she interviews Dr. Rachel Bond, a renowned preventive cardiologist who specializes in women’s heart health. Dr. Bond unravels the complexities of ischemic heart disease—the number one...
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Roadmap to Innovation in Aging: The FemAging Project
Join us as Dr. Mitzi Krockover sits down with Denise Pines, award-winning documentary and TV producer, publisher, marketer, medical board member, entrepreneur and wellness advocate. Denise shares her groundbreaking research on aging and women from the women’s point of view. The FemAging Project...
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Expert Insights on the Business of Women’s Health
In this enlightening episode of 'The Business of Women's Health,' host Dr. Mitzi Krockover is joined by Rachel Braun Scherl, Co-founder & Managing Partner, SPARK Solutions for Growth, and Brittany Barreto, PhD, Chief Innovation Officer of FemHealth Insights, Host of FemTech Focus Podcast. The...
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From IVF to Menopause: A New Approach to Hormone Monitoring
Join us while Mitzi Krockover, MD, leads a discussion with Eliyahu Efrat, PhD, Assistant Professor, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, Advisor for Women's Health company, Aveta.Life, and Natasha Shtraizent, PhD, Co-Founder, Head Product Development at Aveta.Life, on the future of women's...
About this show
Candid. Credible. Curated. Listen in to learn how Beyond the Paper Gown, your women's health podcast, 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.
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Mitzi Krockover, MD