Heroic Herstories: Women in Medicine with the Katies

Heroic Herstories | Season 2 | Episode 6 | Dr. Carol Scott-Conner

In this episode, Katie Harris and Katie White talk with Dr. Carol Scott-Conner about her career in surgery and the path it took to get there. She shares what it’s like to work in high-pressure environments, the discipline required to succeed, and the mentors who helped guide her along the way. Dr. Scott-Conner also reflects on how the field has evolved and what it means to lead with confidence and precision.

Heroic Herstories | Season 2 | Episode 3 | Dr. Patty Quinlisk

Katie Harris and Katie White are joined by Dr. Patty Quinlisk, who brings a powerful public health perspective shaped by years of serving communities across Iowa. She shares behind-the-scenes insight into crisis response, the pressure of making decisions that affect entire populations, and the importance of clear, honest communication during uncertain times. Dr. Quinlisk also reflects on lessons learned throughout her career and what it takes to build trust when it matters most.

Heroic Herstories | Season 2 | Episode 2 | Dr. Teri Brennan

Hosts Katie Harris and Katie White talk with Dr. Teri Brennan about leadership that goes beyond titles. From mentoring future healthcare professionals to advocating for meaningful change, Dr. Brennan shares the experiences that defined her approach. She opens up about challenges along the way, the importance of building strong relationships, and how listening and empowering others can create lasting impact across an organization.

Heroic Herstories | Season 2 | Episode 1 | Dr. Peggy Nopoulos

In conversation with hosts Katie Harris and Katie White, Dr. Peggy Nopoulos shares her journey in psychiatry and academic medicine. She reflects on the defining moments of her career, the patients who shaped her perspective, her leadership in research and how curiosity and compassion continue to drive her work and leadership.

Heroic Herstories | Episode 11 | Dr. Maureen Connolly

In this episode, hosts Katie Harris and Katie White welcome Dr. Maureen Connolly, a physician whose decades of work in internal medicine have been grounded in empathy and long-term patient relationships. Dr. Connolly shares how her experiences in practice have shaped her approach to care and balance — and why listening, connection, and trust remain at the heart of everything she does.