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Aging
Menopause
Uterine Fibroids
Women's Health
Iuds
CDC Recommendations
Contraception
Menstruation
Endometrial Cancer
Pain Management
Reproductive Autonomy
Sexual Health
Gynecologic Cancer
Pelvic Floor Health
Ectopic Pregnancy
Breast Cancer Risk
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Health Policy
Perimenopause
Cardiovascular Health

The latest on ob-gyn health issues and innovations, from the University of Wisconsin-Madison Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology. obgyn.wisc.edu

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For the last few months, the Women’s Healthcast has been taking a look at health and aging, covering everything from perimenopause to sex to heart health. In our second-to-last episode of the Health and Aging series, we’ll focus on an all-important b... more

Cardiovascular disease – things like heart disease and high blood pressure – can have huge impacts on our overall health. For women in particular, life events like pregnancy and menopause can raise our risk of cardiovascular disease.

Dr. Anupama Jos... more

A lot about our lives can change as we get older, and that includes our sex lives. Our last episode covered some of the physical changes that can impact sex as we age. For this episode, Madelyn Esposito joins the Women’s Healthcast to talk about the ... more

For the next few months, the Women’s Healthcast will dive into all aspects of aging and women’s health, through conversations with experts in the UW Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology and beyond.

A lot about our lives can change as we get older... more

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Maureen Sheetz
Nurse practitioner in Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery
University of Wisconsin Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Episode: Health and Aging: Protect Your Pelvic Floor
Dr. Anupama Joseph
Assistant Professor of Cardiovascular Medicine at the University of Wisconsin Department of Medicine
University of Wisconsin
Episode: Health and Aging: Heart Health
Madelyn Esposito
Licensed sex therapist and program manager of UW Health's Sexual Health Clinic
UW Health
Episode: Health and Aging: Let’s Talk About Sex, Part 2
Dr. Jon Pennycuff
Urogynecologist and assistant professor in the UW Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Episode: Health and Aging: Let's Talk About Sex, Part 1
Dr. Javier Santiago
Urologist and assistant professor in the UW Department of Urology
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Episode: Health and Aging: Let's Talk About Sex, Part 1
Dr. Laura Bozzuto
Assistant professor specializing in menopause care
UW Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Episode: Health and Aging: Perimenopause
Dr. Leigh Senderowicz
Assistant professor in the departments of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Gender and Women's Studies at the University of Wisconsin-Madison
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Episode: Reproductive Autonomy in 2025
Amy Williamson
Associate director of the UW Collaborative for Reproductive Equity, focusing on access to abortion and contraception in Wisconsin
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Episode: Reproductive Autonomy in 2025
Dr. Bala Bhagavath
Reproductive endocrinologist and reproductive surgeon, Director of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility
UW School of Medicine and Public Health
Episode: Replay: Finding Out about Fibroids

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Jackie Askins
Host and educator focused on women's health issues, providing insights into a variety of topics related to obstetrics and gynecology.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 63 ratings
  • FINALLY!

    I have been searching for a podcast that delves into these exact issues, and I’ve finally found it. Thank you for the care, research, and expansion you’ve done into these topics!

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    Dee_Dee13694943
    United States7 years ago
  • Please let Jackie call this “At your Cervix”

    Please.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Onahmary
    United States8 years ago

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Health and Aging: Protect Your Pelvic Floor
Q: How are some of these conditions treated?
Maureen outlines various treatment options from monitoring to surgical interventions for conditions like prolapse and urinary incontinence, emphasizing the role of pelvic floor physical therapy alongside other treatments.
Health and Aging: Protect Your Pelvic Floor
Q: Can you tell me a little bit about your day job and why patients come to see you?
Maureen Sheetz discusses her role dealing with pelvic floor disorders, including pelvic organ prolapse and urinary incontinence, and how she assists patients in addressing these issues.
Health and Aging: Heart Health
Q: Are there disparities in rates of cardiovascular disease for women?
Yes, Dr. Joseph notes that women have historically been under-represented in clinical trials and often receive less aggressive treatment for cardiovascular issues compared to men.
Health and Aging: Heart Health
Q: What are the unique cardiovascular disease risk factors for women that make some of these things more common for them?
Dr. Joseph describes unique risk factors for women, including the timing of menarche, conditions like PCOS, and pregnancy-related factors that contribute to cardiovascular disease risk.
Health and Aging: Heart Health
Q: Can you tell me a little bit about your practice and why patients come to see you?
Dr. Joseph discusses her practice, which blends preventive cardiology with general cardiology, and mentions that she sees patients with risk factors for cardiovascular disease, as well as those with known heart conditions.

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Covering a wide range of women's health issues, this series focuses on topics related to sexual health, aging, gynecologic cancer, and reproductive autonomy. It features insights from qualified professionals and experts associated with the University of Wisconsin-Madison, discussing both physical and mental aspects of health as women navigate different stages of life. Unique elements include an emphasis on breaking societal taboos associated with topics like menopause and sexual health, encouraging open dialogue while providing education and resources to empower better health decisions.

Listeners can expect in-depth discussions on medical advancements, practical health information, and candid conversations about the emotional and relationa... more

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2. Dr. Anupama Joseph
3. Madelyn Esposito
4. Dr. Jon Pennycuff
5. Dr. Javier Santiago
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7. Dr. Leigh Senderowicz
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