Women's Digital Health
Women's Digital Health Podcast explores new digital technologies in women's health. Hosted by Dr. Brandi Sinkfield, a board-certified anesthesiologist, the show addresses the gap in healthcare investment for women. Each episode discusses innovative health solutions and features conversations with digital health creators and investors. The podcast aims to empower women with information and control over their healthcare journey.
Episodes
Beyond the Headlines: Understanding Hormone Replacement Therapy Risks and Benefits
Send us Fan MailDr. Brandi Sinkfield: So in your experience, what do you think is the biggest misconception about hormone replacement therapy?Dr. Leah Millheiser: That hormones will kill you. I mean, this is honestly the word out on the street about hormones.Continuing our multi-episode series on perimenopause, menopause care, and sexual wellness, this episode features a discussion about Hormone R
Early Signs of Perimenopause: Why Your Body May Feel Different Even When Your Labs Are Normal
Send us Fan MailMany women begin noticing changes in their late 30s and early 40s—trouble sleeping, mood shifts, weight gain, or feeling more anxious than usual. Yet when they seek medical care, their lab tests often come back completely normal.In this episode, Dr. Brandi Sinkfield speaks with menopause specialist Dr. Leah Millheiser about the early stages of the menopause transition and why perim
Surgical Menopause and Hormone Therapy: Golda Arthur’s Story of Genetic Risk and Recovery
Send us Fan MailWhat happens when your body forces you into menopause before you're ready?In this episode of the Women’s Digital Health Podcast, journalist and podcast creator Golda Arthur shares her deeply personal story of navigating genetic cancer risk, surgical menopause, and the emotional fallout that followed. When her mother was diagnosed with ovarian cancer, Golda discovered she carri
Understanding Perimenopause: Hormone Therapy, Symptom Tracking, and the Power of FemTech
Send us Fan MailThis season, we're discussing perimenopause and how technology intersects with this often overlooked phase of life. Recently, I had the pleasure of speaking with Heidi Davis. She's the CEO and co-founder of Peri, a groundbreaking wearable device designed to help women track their symptoms and gain objective data to discuss with healthcare providers. With a global perspect
Navigating Perimenopause: Personal Stories and Digital Health Solutions
Send us Fan MailThis season, we're talking about perimenopause and how technology intersects with this important phase of life. I’ll be sharing my personal experiences, discussing the current technological landscape, and providing insights from my new book, Hormone Harmony, along with a companion Digital Health guide. Many women, including myself, are navigating perimenopause without adequate
From Surgery to Recovery: How AI is Enhancing Anesthesia & Postoperative Care
Send us Fan MailWelcome back to the Women's Digital Health Podcast! In this bonus episode, I’m diving into how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming anesthesia and postoperative care. First, I explain the essential roles of anesthesiologists, which go beyond just putting patients to sleep. Next, I introduce some key vocabulary terms related to AI in anesthesia. Then, we explore how AI
From Apps to AI: Key Takeaways from Season Two of Women's Digital Health
Send us Fan MailIn the final episode of Season Two of the Women's Digital Health Podcast, I wanted to guide you through our mental health and technology journey. This season has focused on how technology can support mental health, especially in light of the current mental health crisis highlighted by the American Psychological Association. We’ve packed this season with valuable content aimed
Healing Through Technology: Reverend Sonia Russell on Blackfullness and the Power of Mindfulness
Send us Fan MailI had the pleasure of speaking with Reverend Sonia Russell, the CEO behind the Blackfullness mental health app. We delved into her journey, discussing how she overcame personal challenges when she discovered mindfulness.Sonia shared insights into the app's features, which aims to support Black individuals in managing stress and promoting mindfulness through breathing technique
Leveraging Technology to Bridge the Gaps in Perinatal Mental Health Care with Dr. Dhami
Send us Fan MailThis episode contains depictions of suicide and infanticide that you may find disturbing.Did you know that 20% of pregnant women experience emotional or mood disorders? And while we don't always want to talk about it, suicide during the perinatal period is a leading cause of death in women.My guest today is Dr. Dhami, a specialist in perinatal mental health. She shares valuab
Integrating Technology and Coaching for Mental Wellness with LaShonda Walker
Send us Fan MailHave you ever wanted to tell yourself a different story about your past? A story that embraces challenges, restores joy, and stops you from reliving past trauma over and over again.My guest today is LaShonda Walker, the founder of A New Life Story Coaching Service. Despite checking all the societal boxes of success, LaShonda found herself exhausted and unfulfilled. Her turning poin
Overcoming Burnout: Exploring Non-Invasive Brain Technologies for Mental Health
Send us Fan MailIf you're feeling burnt out, did you know that non-invasive brain technologies can make a big difference in your life? By delivering microcurrents to the brain through the vagus nerve, this innovative approach can address various mental health conditions without the need for invasive procedures.We look into the world of non-invasive brain technologies, which entails delivering
Exploring AI's in Impact on Mental Health: Bias, Data Privacy, and Women's Health
Send us Fan MailFor the last part of our series aimed at demystifying AI’s role in mental health, we delve deep into the impact of artificial intelligence on women seeking mental health resources. In this episode, we discuss bias in AI, the recent Change Healthcare data breach, and how to protect yourself in the digital health landscape.If we define bias as leaning towards one outcome over others,
Unveiling the Users of Artificial Intelligence and Mental Health: Who Benefits?
Send us Fan MailThe benefits of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in providing personalized care and enhancing the mental health experience for users and professionals are clear. From personalized treatment plans based on data analysis to chatbots offering convenient and affordable support, AI is revolutionizing the mental health landscape. However, the episode also addresses challenges in digital ther
Exploring Artificial Intelligence's Role in Mental Health Through Language Models
Send us Fan MailIf you're curious about how AI is revolutionizing mental health support, one of the big hurdles is learning the language! Terms like Natural Language Processing (NLP), Natural Language Models (NLMs), chatbots, and Chat GPT all get thrown into the mix. But what do they mean? And how do they relate to your own mental health journey?In the first part of a three-part series aimed
Unlock Your Best Tele-mental Health Experience- 7 Tips for Successful Virtual Care in 2024
Send us Fan MailIf you've decided that 2024 is the year that you're going to start paying more attention to your mental health, there are so many benefits that telemental health can offer. Telemental health is the use of telecommunications or videoconferencing technology to provide mental health services. It is sometimes referred to as telepsychiatry or telepsychology.In this episode. I
Navigating Digital Mental Health: Digital Apps, Digital Therapeutics and Resources
Send us Fan MailWelcome to this episode of the Women's Digital Health podcast! Today, I want to discuss the connection between mental health and overall well-being and the urgent need for more mental health tools and resources. According to a survey by the American Psychological Association, 90% of respondents believe that the United States is in a mental health crisis. Therefore, understandi
Countdown to Clarity: Breaking Down the Top 10 Myths in Women's Tech & Health
Send us Fan MailFor the final episode of the first season of the podcast, I wanted to dispel some myths about Women's Digital Health and Femtech in general.I wanted to do this because I think that some of these myths come from a desire to lessen women's concerns about technology. Throughout this series, I've tried to show you the many benefits that can come from adopting digital tec
Innovations in Digital Healthcare and Reproductive Wellness with Dr. Lynae Brayboy
Send us Fan MailMy guest today is somebody who operates at the very forefront of women's digital health.Dr. Lynae Brayboy, MD is a specialist in reproductive endocrinology, infertility, obstetrics, and gynecology. She graduated from the Lewis Katz Temple University School of Medicine in Philadelphia in 2007, following which she worked as a Resident at the Abington Hospital Jefferson Health i
Interview with Adrianna Hopkins: Uterine Fibroids, Advocacy, and Uncovering the Missing Lessons in Sexual Education
Send us Fan MailAdrianna Hopkins is an award-winning storyteller, professor, moderator, and host. She is also committed to breaking the wall of silence about fibroids.Fibroids are muscular growths that develop within the uterine wall. Although they are often non-cancerous, they can exist as solitary tumors or manifest in multiple masses within the uterus. These growths vary in size, ranging from a
Artificial Intelligence in Women's Health
Send us Fan MailArtificial Intelligence can trigger all kinds of scary thoughts, mostly the killer androids and evil computers from the movies. And the frightening pace that this technology is developing? It comes to something when the people behind AI are calling for developers to slow down.So if you saw this episode title and were concerned about the role AI could play in women's health, I&
Federal Investment in Women and Digital Health
Send us Fan MailIf you're a woman living in the US, you're probably like me and assume that when you pay your federal taxes, they're going to be put towards really important things, roads, food, and, you know, safety, education. You also assume that the money is going to be allocated to really important agencies like the National Institutes of Health, the CDC, and other agencies to
Interview with Dr. Samantha Butts on Digital Health and Fertility
Send us Fan MailDo you have a reproductive life plan? Don't worry if you don't! I certainly didn't when I first heard the term. However, by the end of this episode, you should have more of an idea of what one is and why you should at least have a conversation with your health provider about getting one. Dr. Samantha Butts, MD MSCE, received her medical degree from Harvard Medical Sc
Why is Healthcare so Expensive for Women?
Send us Fan MailI'm sure that you - like me - have often wondered: just why is healthcare - particularly women's healthcare - so expensive?In this episode, I'm shedding light on the additional costs women face in accessing healthcare, and the things that cause these issues. These include wage disparity, geographical location, and the "pink tax" - the higher prices charged
What is Digital Health?
Send us Fan MailWhat do you think of when you hear the words Digital Health? And what could that mean to an anesthesiologist? In this episode, I try to explain my thoughts when I hear those words. It's a pretty broad definition - that can include your health provider going paper-free, telehealth options, artificial intelligence, and apps on your phone.These technologies won't replace the
What an anesthesiologist does and why we care about the technology you use at home
Send us Fan MailKnowing that I'm an anesthesiologist, you might wonder why I'm so interested in the technology you use at Home and why it would make a difference in the care you receive. So in this episode, I will explain it to you!One of the things I want to achieve through this podcast is to fill information gaps in women's healthcare. Technology can help you collect and provide m
What inspired the creation of Women's Digital Health?
Send us Fan MailWomen's Digital Health is a podcast that aims to build community, fill information gaps in women's healthcare, and explore the potential of technology to enhance the overall healthcare experience.In this first episode, I share the story of why I wanted to launch this podcast and the things I'll discuss in each episode. Topics include:My motivation for starting this p
Women's Digital Health
Send us Fan MailWomen's Digital Health Podcast is dedicated to exploring new digital technologies in women's health. 80% of US healthcare spending is determined by women. Women patronize healthcare companies and are also responsible for healthcare spending for their partners, their children, their siblings, and their parents. Yet only 4% of the investment dollars by healthcare companies
