Ep5: Closing Gaps in Women’s Health: Dr. Mitzi Krockover on Innovation, Advocacy, and Research

How can your curiosity shape the future? Dr. Mitzi Krockover shares how embracing change and lived experiences can lead to groundbreaking innovations in women's health. Dr. Krockover is an internist and a trailblazer in women's health innovation. She led the creation and was the Founding Medical Director of the Iris Cantor-UCLA Women’s Health Center, which was designated a Center of Excellence in Women’s Health by the Department of Health and Human Services. She served as the Vice President of Women’s Health at Humana Inc until 2001 and now invests in Women’s Healthcare Companies. In this episode, Dr. Krockover offers a wealth of knowledge and inspiration. As the host of Beyond the Paper Gown, she dives deep into the factors affecting women's health, advocating for more robust research and innovation in the field. Listen in as she shares insights into the hurdles facing women's healthcare, the exciting possibilities within femtech, and invaluable advice for young women eager to carve out their own paths in this ever-evolving landscape. Whether you're interested in the intricacies of female healthcare or seeking motivation to be bold in your own career, this conversation is not to be missed! My Key Takeaways Stay Curious - Dr. Krockover emphasized the importance of curiosity—being open to exploring different opportunities and not pigeonholing yourself into a narrow path. This advice is so important for teenage girls, especially in a world where career landscapes are constantly changing. Create solutions - Dr. Krockover also highlighted how women’s lived experiences are driving meaningful innovations in healthcare and beyond. This really resonated with me because it shows how personal challenges can spark solutions that help others too. Her message is to figure out what you love and channel it into creating positive change. There are so many ways to make a difference - Dr. Krockover’s advice about pursuing a career in healthcare and leadership really struck me. She emphasized that no matter the path you take, whether it’s becoming a physician, advocating for policy change, or working in research, there are countless ways to contribute to improving healthcare. For young women interested in making a difference, Dr. Krockover encourages not to limit yourself to one definition of success. Connect with Dr. Mitzi Krockover (Guest): Dr. Krockover’s LinkedIn Dr. Krockover’s Website Dr. Krockover's Instagram Dr. Krockover's Podcast on Apple Dr. Krockover's Podcast on Spotify Connect with Alana Kendall (Host): Alana’s LinkedIn Alana's Website - FromGirltoGreat.com