Ovarian Cancer, The Signs Are There. So Why Are We Missing Them?

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 Women's Health Advocates, Community Catalyst, and the National Menopause Foundation to bring this important conversation to listeners. Leading experts in medicine, mental health, advocacy, healthcare policy, and technology examine the barriers women face in accessing care. The discussion explores mental health parity, telehealth, rural healthcare access, maternal health disparities, reimbursement inequities, and the growing role of artificial intelligence in healthcare. From provider shortages and healthcare deserts to insurance coverage and payment policies, the panel highlights how systemic challenges impact women's health across the lifespan—and what can be done to create meaningful change. Featuring Dr. Jocelyn Fitzgerald, Dr. Nadia Johnson, Geovannie Gone, Vanessa Joy Walker, Lori Evans Bernstein, Linda Goler Blount, and Liz Powell. This episode is the first of five of the My Vote. Our Health. series, which explores how policy decisions shape women's health and why advocacy, civic engagement, and informed voting are critical to advancing better health outcomes for women. Because when it comes to women's health, policy matters—and every informed voice has the power to make a difference. Please visit Beyond the Paper Gown [https://www.beyondthepapergown.com/podcasts] (https://www.beyondthepapergown.com/podcasts [https://www.beyondthepapergown.com/podcasts]) to join our community and to learn more about achieving your optimal health. SHOW NOTES: * Mitzi Krockover, Founder and CEO, Woman Centered, LLC and Host of Beyond the Paper Gown [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitzikrockover/] * Women’s Health Advocates [https://www.womenshealthadvocates.org/?utm_source=chatgpt.com] * Surgical Parity Project [https://www.surgicalparityproject.org/?utm_source=chatgpt.com]  * Community Catalyst  [https://www.communitycatalyst.org/?utm_source=chatgpt.com] * National Menopause Foundation [https://www.nationalmenopausefoundation.org/?utm_source=chatgpt.com]

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 Foundation, to unpack what every woman needs to know. From risk factors and prevention to the realities of late-stage diagnosis, global gaps in care, and promising new treatments, this conversation sheds light on a disease that impacts more women than many realize. It’s a powerful discussion on awareness, advocacy, and why speaking up—about symptoms, research, and access—can save lives. Please visit Beyond the Paper Gown [https://www.beyondthepapergown.com/podcasts] (https://www.beyondthepapergown.com/podcasts [https://www.beyondthepapergown.com/podcasts]) to join our community and to learn more about achieving your optimal health. SHOW NOTES: * Mitzi Krockover, Founder and CEO, Woman Centered, LLC and Host of Beyond the Paper Gown [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitzikrockover/] https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitzikrockover/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitzikrockover/]  * Robin Cohen, Board Chair, World Ovarian Cancer Coalition, CEO and Co-Founder, Sandy Rollman Ovarian Cancer Foundation [http://linkedin.com/company/world-ovarian-cancer-coalition/] * Sandy Rollman Ovarian Cancer Foundation [https://www.sandyovarian.org/] * World Ovarian Cancer Coalition [https://worldovariancancercoalition.org/] * ClinicalTrials.gov [http://clinicaltrials.gov/]

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, clinical research, and translating complex science into practical women’s health solutions. Together, they break down the science behind nutraceuticals and supplements for women in perimenopause and menopause. They discuss how to tell evidence-based products from marketing hype, why clinical trials matter—even for over-the-counter supplements—and how to read labels with a more critical eye. The conversation also puts supplements in context, highlighting the essential role of lifestyle pillars like exercise, sleep, nutrition, gut health, and social connection. This episode is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider about your personal health decisions. Please visit Beyond the Paper Gown [https://www.beyondthepapergown.com/podcasts] (https://www.beyondthepapergown.com/podcasts [https://www.beyondthepapergown.com/podcasts]) to join our community and to learn more about achieving your optimal health. SHOW NOTES: * Mitzi Krockover, Founder and CEO, Woman Centered, LLC and Host of Beyond the Paper Gown [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitzikrockover/] https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitzikrockover/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitzikrockover/] * Shikha Snigdha, PhD & Senior Director of Scientific Affairs, OLLY [https://www.linkedin.com/in/shikha-snigdha-56750068/] * OLLY [http://www.olly.com/] * PubMed [https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/] * National Institutes of Health (NIH) [https://www.nih.gov/] * U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — Dietary Supplements [https://www.fda.gov/food/dietary-supplements] * Federal Trade Commission (FTC) [https://www.ftc.gov/]

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 challenges how we think about progress in women’s health. Anna shares the story behind her work on early detection for ovarian cancer—and why it takes far too long for many women to get answers. She also explains the findings of her new report, Women’s Health Exits, which looks at what has actually happened when women’s health innovations succeed and grow. This episode goes beyond money. It’s about why these moments matter for patients—because they often determine whether a promising idea stays limited or becomes care that’s widely available. When women’s health innovations scale, they reach more clinicians, shorten delays in diagnosis, and improve outcomes in ways women can feel in their everyday lives. For listeners interested in the bigger picture, the conversation also offers a clear, data-driven look at how women’s health companies grow, why that growth has been misunderstood, and how changing the narrative can unlock faster progress. Whether you’re a patient, clinician, founder, investor, or advocate, this episode reframes women’s health as what it truly is: essential, overdue—and full of opportunity to improve lives. Please visit Beyond the Paper Gown [https://www.beyondthepapergown.com/podcasts] (https://www.beyondthepapergown.com/podcasts [https://www.beyondthepapergown.com/podcasts]) to join our community and to learn more about achieving your optimal health. SHOW NOTES: * Mitzi Krockover, Founder and CEO, Woman Centered, LLC and Host of Beyond the Paper Gown [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitzikrockover/] https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitzikrockover/ * Anna Jeter, co-founder and Chief Regulatory Officer, AOA Dx [https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-milik-jeter-88036329/] * AOA Dx [https://aoadx.com/] * Women’s Health Exits Report [https://aoadx.com/exit-report/] * University of Washington Ovarian Symptom Index [https://www.uwmedicine.org/health-library/conditions/ovarian-cancer-symptom-index]

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 thinking about building in femtech or digital health. Josefina breaks down what founders often get wrong—from skipping product discovery to misusing AI—and explains why trust, community, and compliance matter just as much as code. She shares practical guidance on MVPs, feedback loops, technical co-founders, and building responsibly in healthcare. 🎧 Be sure to catch the main episode for the full discussion on women’s health apps, femtech innovation, data privacy, and patient experience. Please visit Beyond the Paper Gown [https://www.beyondthepapergown.com/podcasts] (https://www.beyondthepapergown.com/podcasts [https://www.beyondthepapergown.com/podcasts]) to join our community and to learn more about achieving your optimal health. SHOW NOTES: * Mitzi Krockover, Founder and CEO, Woman Centered, LLC and Host of Beyond the Paper Gown [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitzikrockover/] https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitzikrockover/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitzikrockover/] * Josefina Ruiz, Head of Growth at Light-it [https://www.linkedin.com/in/josefina-ruiz/] * Light-it [https://lightit.io/] * Mavida Health [https://www.mavidahealth.com/] * Digital Health Insider Newsletter [https://digitalhealthinsider.io/]