Before I became a board certified gynecologist, I was just a girl named Heather from the Bronx. I had no idea what was going on in my body and had no idea where to find good information about this stuff. Well, now that I’ve gone through my medical training, I’m providing you with an Advisory Cervix to put you up on game. I’ll be coming at you every week to talk about all things reproductive and sexual health and answering all of the questions that you’ve been too embarrassed to ask. NO topic and I mean NO topic is too taboo to talk about here. Are y’all ready?
This week, Dr. Heather is joined by author, organizer, and entrepreneur Nadya Okamoto. Listen as they discuss period poverty, destigmatization, and why it's okay to twerk with your tampon string out! 2:54 FACT OF THE WEEK 4:35 Paps and Chats (w/ Nadya Okomoto) 40:30 Asking for a friend Guest: Nadya Okamoto IG @nadyaokamoto TikTok: nadyaokamoto YouTube: Nadya Okamoto Website: ItsAugust.co Dr. Heather IG: @advisorycervixpod IG: @drheatherirobundamd Tik Tok: drheatherirbundamd Website: www.irobundamd.com Make sure to shop at Dr. Heather's store: Merch Store! Join the email list to stay up to date on all things Dr. Heather! Email list
This week, Dr. Heather reveals the most common STI in the USA, responding to discouraging comments, and how residency can be the worst! IG: @advisorycervixpod IG: @drheatherirobundamd Tik Tok: drheatherirbundamd Website: www.irobundamd.com Make sure to shop at Dr. Heather's store: Merch Store! Join the email list to stay up to date on all things Dr. Heather! Email list
This week Dr. Heather is joined by Lexx Sex Doc and they discuss how you are responsible for your own orgasm, your body is meant to be pleasurable, and how “community guidelines” are doing too much. Dr. Heather also provides the Fact of the week, and the tea surrounding Yoni cleansers. Guest information Lexx Sex Doc Lexxsexdoc.com IG: @LexxSexDoc Twitter: Lexxsexdoc Dr. Heather's Social Media: IG: @advisorycervixpod IG: @drheatherirobundamd Tik Tok: drheatherirbundamd Website: www.irobundamd.com Make sure to shop at Dr. Heather's store: Merch Store!Join the email list to stay up to date on all things Dr. Heather! Email list
Dr. Heather IS BACK! This week she jumps right in with quick catchup of her monumental birthday, an interesting Fact of the Week, and the myths surrounding HPV and pap smears. Take a listen and enjoy! Dr. Heather's Social Media: IG: @advisorycervixpod IG: @drheatherirobundamd Tik Tok: drheatherirbundamd Website: www.irobundamd.com Make sure to shop at Dr. Heather's store: Merch Store! Join the email list to stay up to date on all things Dr. Heather! Email list
In this week's episode Dr. Heather sits with someone that knows her more than anyone else in the world. That's right, Mama Irobunda! You'll get to learn how Dr. Heather was as a child, where her passion for women's reproductive health comes from, and how sexual health education wasn't really discussed with our parents. Take a listen and enjoy! Dr. Heather's Social Media: IG: @advisorycervixpod IG: @drheatherirobundamd Tik Tok: drheatherirobundamd Website: www.irobundamd.com Make sure to shop at Dr. Heather's store: https://dr-heathers-merch-store.myshopify.com It's Black HERstory Month!!! Use Discount Code: BLACKHERSTORY
In this week's episode, Dr. Heather sits with her longtime college friend Dr. Kamaria Shauri Webb to discuss reproductive and sexual health. The Drs share their funny college stories, go down memory lane, and discuss exclusivity of sexual education for LGBTQIA. Dr. Heather's Social Media: IG: @advisorycervixpod IG: @drheatherirobundamd Tik Tok: drheatherirobundamd Website: www.irobundamd.com Make sure to shop at Dr. Heather's store: https://dr-heathers-merch-store.myshopify.com
In this weeks episode Dr. Heather sits to catch up and give some updates on what she's been up to. She's also giving some great "Asking for a Friend" advice. Listen in! Dr. Heather's Social Media: IG: @advisorycervixpod IG: @drheatherirobundamd Tik Tok: drheatherirobundamd Website: www.irobundamd.com Make sure to shop at Dr. Heather's store: https://dr-heathers-merch-store.myshopify.com
In this week's episode, Dr. Heather sits with Tracie Collins, the President of the National Black Doula Association, a company that helps fight the Black Maternal Mortality rate in America. Tracie and Dr. Heather discuss what it means to be a doula, the experience of having a doula, and share some funny stories. In this episode you'll learn: • What advocacy entails for a doula • What role a doula plays during pregnancy and labor • The importance of advocating for your body and asking questions Find Tracie's work: www.blackdoulas.org IG: nationalblackdoulas Dr. Heather's Upcoming Event: https://thegreenroom42.venuetix.com/show/details/rz5LEfGvwytIaftPT4bY/1641868200000 Dr. Heather's Social Media: IG: @advisorycervixpod IG: @drheatherirobundamd Tik Tok: drheatherirobundamd Website: www.irobundamd.com Make sure to shop at Dr. Heather's store: https://dr-heathers-merch-store.myshopify.com
Nikki is a nurse midwife and owns a birthing center in San Antonio, Texas. Dr. Heather sits with Nikki to discuss the true definition of midwifery. Nikki she shares her story of how she decided to become a midwife, how it became her passion, and how she considers herself the robin hood in her community by assisting mothers into having a safe birth. In this episode the Drs discuss: What it means to be a midwife The experience of having a baby at the birthing center The benefits of delivering at a birth center Find Nikki on social: IG: @sanantonionursemidwife https://sanantonionursemidwife.com Dr. Heather's Social Media: IG: @advisorycervixpod IG: @drheatherirobundamd Tik Tok: drheatherirobundamd Website: www.irobundamd.com Make sure to shop at Dr. Heather's store: https://dr-heathers-merch-store.myshopify.com
**Your Body, Your Choice with Dr. Stacy De-Lin, MD ** Dr. Stacy De-Lin is a board certified physician and associate medical director at planned parenthood for Gynecology and Family planning. In this episode, the Drs discuss having autonomy over your body and being able to make choices for yourself, whether you would like to have kids or not. You will learn in this episode: • What is full spectrum reproductive health • How to safely have an abortion and the resources needed • The misinformation of abortion Follow Dr. De-Lin: IG: stacydelin_md **Dr. Heather's Social Media: ** IG: @advisorycervixpod IG: @drheatherirobundamd Tik Tok: drheatherirobundamd Website: www.irobundamd.com Make sure to shop at Dr. Heather's store: https://dr-heathers-merch-store.myshopify.com
In this episode, Dr. Heather sits with the amazing Dr. Uché Blackstock. Dr. Blackstock is an American emergency physician,former Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine at the New York University School of Medicine, and medical contributor at MSNBC. She runs her own organization, “Advancing Health Equity”, to work with healthcare organizations to create racially equitable workplaces, and equitable care. Dr. Blackstock is also writing a generational memoir book about her experience as black physician. Tune in to listen! In this week's episode the Drs discuss: How social determinants impact health: transportation, healthcare access, green spaces, housing, and climate change. Their experience as black physicians and how their gender and race plays a role in their voice getting suppressed at work being. The conflicting feeling of having the opportunity to go to schools outside of their home city, not living in the area, and still caring for black people. Find Dr. Uché on social: Website: https://advancinghealthequity.com/about/ IG: ucheblackstockmd Dr. Heather's Social Media: IG: @advisorycervixpod IG: @drheatherirobundamd Tik Tok: drheatherirobundamd Website: www.irobundamd.com Dr. Heather's Merch: https://dr-heathers-merch-store.myshopify.com
In this week's episode, Dr. Heather sits with Dr. Temeka Zore, MD to discuss infertility. Dr. Temeka Zore is a board certified reproductive endocrinologist and infertility specialist. She's a fertility educator and health advocate. The Drs define and clarify what infertility is, the lack of access to fertility treatment and the best options for a woman who may or may not want to have children. What you will learn in this episode: How Infertility impacts black women more than any other race Biases and stereotypes of BIPOC communities having multiple children Freezing eggs as an option Find Dr. Temeka Zore: IG: TemekazoreMD Connect with Dr. Heather: IG: @advisorycervixpod IG: @drheatherirobundamd Tik Tok: drheatherirobundamd Website: www.irobundamd.com Dr. Heather's Merch: https://dr-heathers-merch-store.myshopify.com
In this week's episode, Dr. Heather sits with the Latina Nutritionist, Dalina. Dalina is far from the “normal ”registered dietician. They discuss the struggle of healthy eating but staying true to their cultural identity, the lack of inclusion from Eurocentric food research, and the redlining of fresh food. In this episode, you will learn: • The biases of dietic education • Foods from different cultures are healthy • The elimination and judgement of foods from different cultures Follow Dalina: IG: your.latina.nutritionist Dr. Heather's Social Media: IG: @advisorycervixpod IG: @drheatherirobundamd Tik Tok: drheatherirobundamd Website: www.irobundamd.com Dr. Heather's Merch: https://dr-heathers-merch-store.myshopify.com
Dr. Heather and Dr. Roozehra Khan discuss the importance of diversity, shooting your shot like Chad would, and going for the positions you "think" you're unqualified for. The Drs. touch on why it's important to have representation, the challenges of self-guiding through college and dealing with microaggression within the healthcare systems. Dr. Khan is an ICU physician. She runs a program called "Future Doctor Formula" to help pre-med students get into medical school, increase the diversity of healthcare leaders, and provide mentorship throughout their academic/medical journey. In this episode, the Drs discuss: • Learning about different health professions in medicine • Importance of having mentors • Importance of having a diverse staff of healthcare professionals who understands different cultures and sexual identity Connect with Dr. Roozehra Khan: IG: @thefemaledoc Website: https://thefemaledoc.com Podcast: thefemaledocshow Dr. Heather's Social Media: IG: @advisorycervixpod IG: @drheatherirobundamd Tik Tok: drheatherirobundamd Website: www.irobundamd.com Dr. Heather's Merch: https://dr-heathers-merch-store.myshopify.com
In this week's episode, Dr. Heather sits with Lynette Medley, founder and CEO of No More Secrets MBS, Inc; Lynette started the period poverty movement for those who cannot afford menstrual hygiene products. She decided to fight period poverty by making sure women were able to get menstrual products. SPOT, Safety programing for Optimal Transformation, is the first menstrual hub and uterine wellness center. Dr. Heather and Lynette discuss growing up with period poverty without realizing it, the history of building a community of women to help each other, and the empowerment of educating yourself about your body. In this episode you will learn: The challenges women of color face while receiving products from organizations that state they are trying to help Holding large companies accountable for lack of representation and the disparity that is happening in our communities The importance of talking about menstrual health, asking questions, and spreading awareness to help with data collection Changing and debunking period myths, stigmas, and narratives surrounding women's health. Follow Lynette: IG: @Nomoresecretsmbs @theSPOTperiodhub www.nomoresecretsmbs.org https://www.poweraperiod.org Dr. Heather's Social Media: IG: @advisorycervixpod IG: @drheatherirobundamd Tik Tok: drheatherirobundamd Website: www.irobundamd.com Dr. Heather's Merch: https://dr-heathers-merch-store.myshopify.com
In this week's episode, Dr. Heather sits with Dr. Wendy Goodall McDonald aka Dr. Every Woman. Dr. Wendy is a board certified OBGYN in Chicago and author to multiple books that are intended to educate and inspire the next generation. Dr. Wendy is dedicated to helping Black and people of color to understand their health and body systems. The Drs share stories about some of their interesting patients and the challenge of being clean. In this episode, Dr. Heather and Dr. Wendy go over: - Understanding what works for your body - Not being upset at your body for what you've been doing to it - The importance of hygiene and cleanliness Find Dr. Wendy on all social media platforms @dreverywoman Dr. Heather's Social Media: IG: @advisorycervixpod IG: @drheatherirobundamd Tik Tok: drheatherirobundamd Website: www.irobundamd.com Dr. Heather's Merch: https://dr-heathers-merch-store.myshopify.com
In this weeks episode, Dr. Heather sits with Dr. Uchenna “UC” Ossai, also known as, “Petty Texas Labelle”, to discuss how to have a satisfying sexual experience and how to protect our mind, body, and soul with sex. Dr. UC is a first generation Nigerian American, an assistant professor at the University of Texas, and has her Doctorate in Physical Therapy and is a sex certified sexuality counselor. Dr. UC goes over deconstructing societal stereotypes of women of color and relearning how we think about sex and our own individual sexuality, identity, and needs. In this episode Dr. Heather discusses: * How to let go of what we've internalized within society when it comes to sex. * Learning about the different experiences and pressure each first generation American struggles with growing up. * The importance of comprehensive sex education and understanding sexuality Follow Dr. Uchenna “UC” Ossai @youseelogic www.youseelogic.com Dr. Heather's Social Media: IG: @advisorycervixpod IG: @drheatherirobundamd Tik Tok: drheatherirobundamd Website: www.irobundamd.com #drheathershealth #AdvisoryCervix Dr. Heather's Merch: https://dr-heathers-merch-store.myshopify.com
In this week's episode, Dr. Heather sits down with the excellent Neda to discuss taking back your autonomy. Neda Momeni is a Women's Health Nurse Practitioner that also enjoys pole dancing while wearing her hijab! Neda goes over how she reclaimed her body confidence after feeling years of shame and not assigning to cultural norms. In this episode, Dr. Heather goes over: Having the confidence to pole dance on a public platform and learning how to love your body. Reclaiming your autonomy and being patient with your healing journey. Advocating for patients in a hospital. The importance of setting boundaries as a healthcare professional from close friends and families asking for medical advice. Follow Neda on IG @hijabiluscious Dr. Heather's social media: IG: @advisorycervixpod IG: @drheatherirobundamd Tik Tok: drheatherirobundamd Website: www.irobundamd.com #drheathershealth Dr. Heather's Merch: https://dr-heathers-merch-store.myshopify.com
Welcome to the first episode of Advisory Cervix! Who is Dr. Heather? What is an OBGYN and what do they even do? We all think of a doctor as an older white man, but Dr. Heather has entered the building and she is bringing her Bronx girl attitude with her to educate us on all things reproductive health. While many of us think of an OBGYN as just a "vagina doctor" Dr. Heather this episode will break down EVERYTHING she does and even let us know...SHE IS A SURGEON! Yesssss a surgeon. But she didn't start off a doctor she had a series of odd jobs and you must listen to find out what they were. Stay connected with Dr. Heather IG @drheatherirobundamd on IG and TikTok Website: www.irobundamd.com IG for podcast: @advisorycervixpod #advisorycervix Advisory Cervix is produced and edited by Idea To Launch Podcast a full service podcast production agency.
Before I became a board certified gynecologist, I was just a girl named Heather from the Bronx. I had no idea what was going on in my body and had no idea where to find good information about this stuff. Well, now that I've gone through my medical training, I'm providing you with an ADVISORY CERVIX to put you up on game. I'll be coming at you every week to talk about all things reproductive and sexual health and answering all of the questions that you've been too embarrassed to ask. NO topic and I mean NO topic is too taboo to talk about here. Are y'all ready? FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: @DRHEATHERIROBUNDAMD @advisorycervixpod _____________________________ www.irobundamd.com
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