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Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) This episode is full of links that correlate endo, menopause, and “medical management” and possible links to oral health.  Periodontal disease and endometriosis: analysis of the National Health and Nutrition Examination Surveyhttps://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0015028207043841 Towards a Common Pathogenesis […]

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) Navigating menopause while managing endometriosis can feel like a battle with conflicting information and limited options. In this episode, we sit down with Vanessa Weiland, a primary care nurse practitioner and certified menopause specialist, to uncover

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) Grief isn’t just about loss—it’s about learning to navigate change, especially when living with chronic illness. In this powerful episode of Endo Battery, Dr. Natasha Trujillo joins us to explore how generational grief shapes our emotional

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) Join us for a transformative conversation with the inspiring Dr. Niva Jerath and legendary tennis coach Rick Macci as we dive into the power of perspective, resilience, and gratitude. In this compelling episode, we explore their

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) This episode delves deep into the latest research on endometriosis, emphasizing the critical importance of complete surgical excision and its substantial benefits for patients’ quality of life, particularly regarding sexual health. We discuss how laparoscopic surgery

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) In this eye-opening episode, we sit down with the renowned hernia specialist, Dr. Shirin Towfigh, to explore the often-overlooked connection between hernias and chronic pelvic pain in women. Dr. Towfigh sheds light on the challenges of

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) Are you struggling to navigate the healthcare system for endometriosis? In this episode, Dr. Jeff Arrington, a renowned expert in endometriosis care, sheds light on how insurance structures fail to support skilled excision surgeries and why

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) As 2024 comes to a close, we’re turning up the inspiration and giving you a glimpse of what’s ahead in 2025! In this special episode, we reflect on the powerful conversations and stories we’ve shared—from navigating

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) As we close out 2024 and our Endo Year Reflection series, this episode dives into one of the most important topics in endometriosis care—surgical mapping. Join me as I reflect on the insights from my conversation

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) In this episode of Endo Battery, we reflect on some of the highlights in our Endo Year Reflections series and explore key insights from this years conversations. From tackling the complexities of diet and endometriosis to