About Fempower Health: The Chronic Pelvic Pain Channel
Chronic pelvic pain is one of the most under-diagnosed conditions in women's healthcare, often taking years and multiple specialists before anyone names what's actually happening. This podcast, hosted by Georgie Kovacs, looks at why that delay happens and what's changing it.
Each episode features conversations with physicians, researchers, and patient advocates on the diagnostic gaps, treatment options, and research blind spots that keep chronic pelvic pain under-recognized. We cover the clinical realities, endometriosis, adenomyosis, pelvic floor dysfunction, and the disconnect between symptoms and diagnosis, alongside what's actually driving change in how this condition gets identified and treated.
Georgie Kovacs brings over two decades in healthcare, including work advising NGOs, startups, and investors on systems change in women's health, to every conversation. The goal isn't just validation, it's understanding why the system misses this condition so often, and what it takes to fix it.
Learn more and explore additional resources at fempower-health.com.
UTI Symptoms But No Infection? What’s Really Going On with Your Bladder | Dr. Tamra Lewis - Fempower Health | A Women's Health Podcast
Honoring Bladder Health Month! Originally Published September 2024.
In this episode of Fempower Health, Dr. Tamra Lewis, a board-certified urogynecologist, discusses bladder health, UTI misdiagnoses, and how pelvic floor dysfunction, menopause, and the microbiome impact bladder issues in women. Learn how to advocate for better care and understand your symptoms.
Bladder Health Episode Summary
In this episode of Fempower Health, we sit down with Dr. Tamra Lewis, a board-certified urologist specializing in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery (also known as urogynecology). Dr. Lewis shares her expertise on common bladder health issues affecting women, many of which are frequently misdiagnosed as urinary tract infections (UTIs). We explore the importance of accurate diagnoses, the potential causes of bladder issues, and how women can better advocate for themselves in healthcare settings. This episode is essential listening for women seeking clarity on their bladder health and for clinicians looking to improve patient outcomes.
Discussion Points:
Why are so many women misdiagnosing themselves with UTIs?
What are the common symptoms of bladder problems in women?
How can women better describe bladder issues to their healthcare provider?
What are the underlying causes of frequent bladder issues in women?
How can you tell the difference between a UTI and other bladder problems?
Why is it important to have a pelvic exam for bladder issues?
How does pelvic floor dysfunction contribute to bladder symptoms?
What are the most effective treatments for overactive bladder?
How can you prevent recurring urinary tract infections?
What role does menopause play in bladder health?
What is the impact of the microbiome on bladder health and UTIs?
Why should women advocate for more thorough evaluations from their doctors?
"It's easier to treat a small problem than to let a small problem become a bigger problem." - Dr. Tamra Lewis
Related to this Bladder Health episode:
Learn more about Dr. Tamra Lewis (https://compurocare.com/tamra-lewis-md/) and follow her on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamra-lewis-62b46bab/) and Instagram (http://instagram.com/drtamralewis)
Check out Fempower Health resources on Pelvic Health (http://fempower-health.com/pelvic-health)
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11 Nov 2025
Why Women’s Health Still Gets Dismissed — And How We Can Fix It - Fempower Health | A Women's Health Podcast
Episode Summary
Why does it still feel like women aren’t being heard in the doctor’s office? Dr. Sharon Malone joins Georgie Kovacs to unpack the structural, cultural, and economic forces that have eroded trust between women and their healthcare providers. From the loss of physician autonomy to outdated reimbursement systems and the chronic undervaluation of women’s health fields, this candid conversation reveals how the system got here—and what it will take to fix it. Together, Georgie and Dr. Malone explore solutions ranging from patient empowerment to digital health and the need for systemic reform in research, policy, and payment.
Resources
Malone S. Grown Woman Talk (https://amzn.to/3LpB8SS). 2024.
NIH Data Book (2022): https://report.nih.gov/funding/categorical-spending (https://report.nih.gov/funding/categorical-spending)
March of Dimes. Nowhere to Go: Maternity Care Deserts Report, 2023. (https://www.marchofdimes.org/maternity-care-deserts-report)
Fitzgerald J., King L. Price and Prejudice: Reimbursement of Surgical Care on Male Versus Female Anatomies (https://www.liebertpub.com/doi/abs/10.1089/jwh.2024.0984?doi=10.1089%2Fjwh.2024.0984&journalCode=jwh)
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**The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor. Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. Additionally, the views expressed by the Fempower Health podcast guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.**
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30 Sept 2025
AI Won’t Fix Healthcare if It Ignores Women | Dr. Nikita Patel - Fempower Health | A Women's Health Podcast
Episode Summary
AI is everywhere — from apps on our phones to tools shaping clinical care. But what does it really mean for women’s health? Could AI finally close the health gap — or will it reinforce the same frustrations women already face in the doctor’s office?
In this episode of Fempower Health, Georgie Kovacs sits down with Dr. Nikita Patel, a pharmacist, biomedical engineer, and healthcare innovation leader with 15 years of experience across biopharma, digital health, and AI. Nikita has held leadership roles including Director of Clinical Research & AI at Function Health, and she brings a multidisciplinary perspective on how data, diagnostics, and emerging technologies can transform health and human performance.
Together, Georgie and Niki unpack what’s misunderstood about AI in healthcare, why women’s health needs its own data lens, and how clinicians and patients alike can use AI responsibly today.
Discussion Points
What is AI in healthcare really doing behind the buzzword?
Why is women’s health data missing — and how does this bias impact AI tools?
How can women use AI to better advocate for themselves in doctor visits?
Can AI improve clinical trials and drug development for women?
What privacy risks should women and clinicians know about when using AI apps?
How can healthcare providers evaluate whether an “AI-powered” tool is credible?
What’s the future of personalized care — could digital twins and AI change everything?
Who is responsible for setting standards for AI in women’s health?
🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:
1. Help others discover Fempower Health:
Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.
2. Stay connected:
Follow us on LinkedIn (https://linkedin.com/company/fempowerhealth), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/fempowerhealth/) and TikTok (https://tiktok/fempowerhealth), YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@fempowerhealth) for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.
Or join our newsletter (https://www.fempower-health.com/newsletter) to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in your inbox.
**Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024 (https://podcast.feedspot.com/health_podcasts/)**
**The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor. Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. Additionally, the views expressed by the Fempower Health podcast guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.**
**May contain affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links**
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