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Breast Exams at Home: How AI Expands Access Beyond Traditional Screening
Épisode 51
lundi 16 février 2026 • Durée 45:19
Breast cancer screening fails most often where access is constrained: limited appointments, geographic gaps, dense breast tissue, and reliance on self-exams that depend entirely on human touch. Awareness alone doesn’t close those gaps.
In this episode, Dr. Karny Ilan, co-founder and CEO of Feminai, shares how physician-led product design, multidisciplinary collaboration, and rigorous clinical trials shaped a new model for breast screening access. The conversation explores a shift in how breast health is managed—from episodic screening to continuous, individualized monitoring. Rather than relying on infrequent appointments alone, it examines tools designed to track changes over time, at home, while remaining connected to clinical decision-making.
Timestamps
(00:11) Breast cancer risk shaped by genetics and lived exposure
(08:37) Limits of traditional self-breast exams
(09:09) Personal experience shaping breast health urgency
(10:15) How at-home breast scanning detects change over time
(12:42) Designing screening tools for dense breast tissue
(17:03) Addressing breast size, shape, and post-surgical variation
(20:13) Why ease of use affects screening reliability
(29:29) Access gaps amplified by pandemic-era screening delays
(38:09) Broad inclusion across age, risk, and body types
Guest Bio
Dr. Karny Ilan — Co-Founder and CEO, Feminai Dr. Karny Ilan is a general surgery resident at Sheba Medical Center and the co-founder and CEO of Feminai, a breast health company developing an AI-enabled disposable wearable patch and app for at-home breast exams. With a strong family history of breast cancer, she brings clinical experience and patient-centered design to building scalable screening tools that expand access and personalization. LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/karny-ilan/
Key Points
Access constraints drive missed detection: Feminai targets screening gaps caused by geography, capacity, and avoidance.
Physician-led design builds trust: Clinical credibility accelerated adoption with providers and investors.
Dense breast tissue is a priority use case: The technology is designed to perform well where mammography often struggles.
Personalized baselines change detection logic: Each scan is compared against the user’s own prior data.
Usability directly affects accuracy: Instructions, fit, and behavior shape downstream AI performance.
Deep Dives
1. At-home breast exams as infrastructure
Designed for frequent, low-friction use
Complements rather than replaces imaging
2. Patch and app workflow
Risk stratification via medical questionnaire
Bluetooth-enabled scan uploads to secure cloud
AI analysis with physician review
3. Designing for every body
Stretch materials accommodate size variation
Dense tissue explicitly accounted for
Additional sizes planned as rollout expands
4. Clinical trials beyond performance metrics
Usability drove multiple design iterations
Instruction format affected adherence
Shape changes required algorithm updates
5. Personalized longitudinal tracking
Each woman compared only to herself
Changes flagged based on deviation, not population averages
6. Leadership and multidisciplinary teams
Engineers exposed to clinical sites
Patient stories shared to reinforce mission
Stability in leadership communication protected execution
The Cost of Delay: Why Midlife Health Breaks Down and What It Takes to Build a Sustainable Routine
Épisode 50
lundi 9 février 2026 • Durée 54:43
Midlife health decisions rarely fail because women “don’t know what to do.” They fail because the stakes change overnight, the calendar stays overloaded, and the system you used to rely on stops working.
This conversation sits at the intersection of two realities: breast cancer can show up even without family history, and the perimenopause to menopause transition forces a new level of precision around hormones, bone health, fatigue, and what you put on your skin.
In this episode, Sally Mueller, co-founder of Womaness, speak candidly from lived experience—diagnosis timelines, treatment tradeoffs, dense breast screening gaps, and the unglamorous but decisive habits that actually keep women on track.
Timestamps
(03:16) Following instincts as an early prevention strategy
(11:18) Clean, hormone-free formulations and long-term exposure risk
(12:58) Hereditary versus environmental drivers of breast cancer
(20:20) Dense breast tissue and proactive screening strategies
(27:31) Vitamin D deficiency and systemic fatigue signals
(28:49) Supplement consistency versus reactive use
(36:18) Bone health through impact, resistance, and movement variety
(40:07) Exercise variation as a stimulus for bone remodeling
(41:47) Treating exercise like a non-negotiable meeting
Guest Bio
Sally Mueller — Co-Founder and CEO, Womaness Sally Mueller is the co-founder of Womaness, a women’s wellness brand focused on perimenopause and menopause solutions across skin, body, supplements, and sexual wellness. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sally-mueller/
Breaking the Cycle: How Reusable Products Are Transforming Menstrual Care and Ending Period Poverty
Épisode 49
mardi 1 juillet 2025 • Durée 47:09
In this episode, Cherie Hoeger (CEO & co-founder of Saalt) breaks down the “reusable revolution” in period care—menstrual cups, discs, and patented leak-proof underwear—and shows how a B-Corp can combine product innovation with a global mission to end period poverty. You’ll hear practical how-tos, pelvic-floor tips, and a candid look at building a fast-growing fem-tech brand while raising six kids.
Timestamps
00:00 – 01:00 | Why disposable pads can’t solve period poverty 01:00 – 04:00 | Meet Cherie & Saalt’s reusable mission 04:00 – 08:30 | From “diaper-feel” to patented thin-dry underwear 08:30 – 17:30 | Live demo: folding, inserting & removing cups vs. discs 17:30 – 21:00 | Pelvic-floor support, prolapse & bladder leaks 21:00 – 25:30 | 1 % give-back, 130 k donations in 50 countries 25:30 – 33:00 | Founder life: in-office preschool & work-life integration 33:00 – 38:00 | Hanky Panky collab, retail rollout (Target, Whole Foods, REI) 38:00 – 44:00 | Packaging that makes periods “cart-worthy” 44:00 – end | Vision: bring Saalt to every girl & end period poverty
Key Points
• Reusable > Disposable – Cups & discs hold 3-6× a tampon, last 10 + years, and slash monthly costs and waste. • Patented Period Underwear – Saalt spent 3½ years engineering the thinnest, driest tech on the market—now powering Hanky Panky’s Confidence Panty line. • Pelvic-Floor Friendly – Discs sit in the posterior fornix (no suction), making them ideal for prolapse, IUDs, heavy lifters, and “sneeze leaks.” • Life-Changing Donations – 130 k products placed in 50 countries; cups keep girls in school and women at work for 10 years on a single purchase. • Customer “Saalt Coaches” – Real humans (not chat-bots) guide users through fit, folds, leaks, PCOS, endo, and more. • Family-First Startup – Cherie & her husband built an on-site preschool and a strict 90-minute “power morning” to juggle six kids and a scaling brand. • – Instagram-worthy packaging helped Saalt hit Target shelves in year 2; now also in Whole Foods, REI, Walmart Teens, and Walgreens.
AI Meets Parenthood: How Riley’s Smart App Solves New Parent's 3 AM Baby Questions
Épisode 48
mardi 6 mai 2025 • Durée 01:06:47
In this episode, host Sheree sits down with Amanda DeLuca, co‑founder of Riley—a science‑backed, AI‑powered parenting and mental health app designed to give families data‑driven guidance at every stage. Amanda shares the deeply personal experience that inspired Riley, how the app uses live data and AI to surface insights (from sleep schedules to developmental milestones to postpartum mental‑health support), and what it’s like building a HIPAA‑compliant tool by parents for parents.
Get 20% Riley with 20% off with the code: FEMTECH20 - https://www.rileyapp.com/
Guest Bio
Amanda DeLuca
Co‑founder & Chief Product Officer, Riley
15+ years in tech product management, especially health‑tech
Personal journey from first‑time mom overwhelmed by postpartum anxiety to building Riley
Golden Window™ Sleep Scheduler: AI‑driven nap and bedtime calculator that adapts live.
Contextual Guidance: From solids introduction to toddler tantrums, Riley surfaces “what the data really says.”
“There is no normal newborn—every baby charts their own course, and parents need a guide, not a generic 400‑page book.”“It shouldn’t take an economics degree to know what’s good data—and that insight gap is what Riley was built to close.”“Putting your own oxygen mask on first is not selfish—it’s the only way you can care for your little ones.”
Normalizing the Unspoken: Addressing Incontinence, Constipation & Sexual Dysfunction in Women's Health
Épisode 47
mardi 29 avril 2025 • Durée 01:07:35
In this episode, I welcome pelvic health pioneer Ingrid Harm-Ernandes, PT, DPT, author and international speaker, to discuss her four-decade journey in physical therapy and nearly 30 years specializing in pelvic health. Ingrid shares how the field has evolved—from obscurity in the U.S. to structured residency programs—while underscoring the critical need for early education, interdisciplinary teamwork, and advocacy. She reveals the inspiration behind her book A Musculoskeletal Mystery: How to Solve Your Pelvic Floor Symptoms, outlines practical strategies for mentorship and collaboration across healthcare disciplines, and calls listeners to champion pelvic health as a public health priority throughout women’s lifespan.
Guest Bio Ingrid Harm-Ernandes, PT, DPT
Background:
40 years as a physical therapist; 28+ years in pelvic health
Co-Director & Mentor, Women’s Health PT Residency Program, Duke University
Course Development Director, International Women’s Health Courses
Author of A Musculoskeletal Mystery: How to Solve Your Pelvic Floor Symptoms
International speaker, educator, and illustrator
Areas of Expertise: Pelvic floor rehabilitation, orthopedic integration, interdisciplinary care, women’s health through life stages
Key Topics & Timestamps
00:00 – 05:00 | Origins of Pelvic Health PT Ingrid recounts the early 1990s landscape—scarce training in the U.S., skepticism from physicians, and her orthopedic foundation that shaped today’s best practices.
05:00 – 12:00 | Building Residency & Education How Duke launched one of the first pelvic PT residencies, the slow but steady growth of programs, and the power of “book clubs” and clinical mentoring to integrate pelvic health into standard curricula.
12:00 – 20:00 | Mentorship Beyond the Discipline Strategies for new grads: start generalist, shadow diverse providers (OB-GYN, urogynecology, cardiopulmonary PT, even acupuncturists and sex therapists) to build confidence and referrals.
Mindful Muscle: Kettlebell Training as the New Frontier in Moving Meditation
Épisode 46
mardi 15 avril 2025 • Durée 57:06
In this inspiring episode, Sheree sits down with Jessica DiBiase — master performance coach, kettlebell champion, and founder of Jessica DiBiase Fitness — to explore the intersection of strength, breath, and holistic wellness. Jessica shares her journey from competitive gymnastics to becoming the first American female Master of Sport in long cycle kettlebell lifting. They discuss the physical and mental benefits of kettlebell sport, the meditative power of breathwork, and how movement shapes identity and emotional well-being.
Jessica also shares the entrepreneurial story behind KettleGuard, the leading wrist protection gear for kettlebell athletes, and her approach to making strength training accessible through her Kettlebells & Core program. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned athlete, this episode will inspire you to rethink strength, movement, and inner resilience.
Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction to Jessica DiBiase 01:45 – Jessica's early journey in movement and sport 06:35 – How gymnastics and triathlons shaped her foundation 09:42 – Discovering kettlebells and building a women-led sport team 13:58 – What is kettlebell sport? How it differs from hardstyle 17:40 – Breathwork and the meditative power of kettlebell lifting 22:04 – Reframing movement as empowerment 26:15 – Why kettlebell sport is accessible to all ages 30:05 – Core strength, the nervous system, and postpartum recovery 36:10 – Entrepreneurial story: Creating KettleGuard 42:33 – Tools & gear to get started with kettlebells 47:50 – How the mind-body connection fuels transformation 50:40 – Closing reflections on building strength from the inside out
Key Takeaways:
Movement as identity: Jessica’s love for health and wellness began in childhood and became a way of life rooted in family values and athletics.
Kettlebell sport vs. hardstyle: Learn the key differences in technique, breathwork, and purpose — and why kettlebell sport is more than lifting; it's a rhythmic, meditative practice.
"The fastest mood stabilizer we have isn’t a drug — it’s movement." – Jessica DiBiase "Breath is your body's way of reconnecting to itself." – Sheree "You don’t have to wait to be perfect. You just have to start where you are." – Jessica
From Taboo to Treatment: How 400 Proteins in Menstrual Blood May Be the Future of Preventative Care
Épisode 45
mardi 25 mars 2025 • Durée 57:22
In this episode, Dr. Sara Naseri, CEO and co-founder of Qvin, shares the powerful origin story behind the Q-Pad — a revolutionary menstrual health technology transforming the way women monitor their health.
Qvin is pioneering the use of menstrual blood to provide clinically relevant, accessible diagnostics for conditions like diabetes, thyroid imbalance, fertility challenges, and even cervical cancer. Dr. Naseri discusses her 10-year journey from med school to FDA clearance, the data gap in women's health, and how menstrual blood — long stigmatized and overlooked — holds incredible untapped potential for global healthcare impact.
From redefining preventative care to making diagnostics available at home, this conversation is a deep dive into innovation, accessibility, and the future of femtech.
Timestamps & Sections:
(00:00) - Introduction & Background Dr. Sara Nasseri, CEO and Co-Founder of Qvin, introduces the company and its mission to empower women's health through the Q-Pad—a revolutionary diagnostic menstrual pad.
(01:00) - Origin of the Idea Sara shares how the concept of using menstrual blood for diagnostics was born during medical school and the long journey that followed.
(04:00) - Diagnostic Utility of Menstrual Blood Discussion of early research, the lack of existing data on menstrual blood, and Qvin’s role in pioneering this new area of science.
(07:00) - The Q-Pad's Functionality & Empowerment How the Q-Pad works, and why accessibility, affordability, and user empowerment are core to its design.
(09:00) - Clinical Applications & FDA Clearance Details on the Q-Pad’s FDA clearance for hemoglobin A1c monitoring and its ability to support chronic condition management like diabetes.
Exploration of new biomarkers and the potential for non-invasive cervical cancer screening through the Q-Pad.
“Menstrual blood is the most overlooked opportunity in women’s health.” – Dr. Sara Naseri “We’ve been throwing away something that could save lives.” “No woman today should die of cervical cancer — we have the tools, we just need access.” “Be active in designing the future we want.”
Debunking Breastfeeding Myths: Empowering Moms with Facts, Not Fiction
Épisode 44
lundi 17 mars 2025 • Durée 01:01:55
Lisa Myers, a former attorney turned entrepreneur, shares her inspiring journey to launch Ceres Chill—a line of sustainable, multi-use products designed to empower breastfeeding and working moms. In this episode, she explains how her personal challenges led to creating a revolutionary breast milk chiller, discusses the importance of breaking down systemic barriers in women’s health, and offers practical advice for fellow innovators. Tune in to learn how femtech is reshaping the workplace for parents and why it’s totally doable to follow your passion.
Key Topics & Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction & Lisa’s Background: From farm girl and attorney to mother and entrepreneur. 04:00 – The Spark: The challenges of returning to work while breastfeeding and the need for a better solution. 12:00 – Product Innovation: How Ceres Chill’s dual-chamber design (12oz inner, 28oz outer) revolutionizes milk storage and multi-use functionality. 20:00 – Beyond the Chiller: Expanding the product line with the Demi Goddess, thermochromic nipple shields, Milk Stash, and an upcoming glass bottle. 32:00 – Overcoming Systemic Barriers: Addressing workplace challenges, sustainability issues, and the importance of supportive policies for all moms. 40:00 – Entrepreneurial Resilience: Personal reflections, the patent process, and advice for moms and aspiring entrepreneurs.
Guest Bio
Lisa Myers is the founder and CEO of Ceres Chill—a company dedicated to transforming breastfeeding challenges into innovative, sustainable solutions. With a background as a litigator and attorney, Lisa’s transition to entrepreneurship was fueled by her own struggles as a working mom. Today, she champions femtech innovation and systemic change in women’s health and workplace policies.
A New Approach to Prolapse Treatment: The Minimally Invasive EnPlace Procedure
Épisode 43
lundi 24 février 2025 • Durée 46:53
In this episode, Debbie Garner, CEO of FemSelect, joins the discussion to share her journey and the groundbreaking work behind EnPlace, a minimally invasive solution for pelvic organ prolapse (POP). With 50% of women experiencing some form of POP in their lifetime, Debbie dives into the staggering lack of awareness around this condition and the innovative technology FemSelect offers as an alternative to invasive surgeries.
Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction to Debbie Garner and FemSelect
02:10 – Debbie’s background in women’s health and the pharmaceutical industry
06:05 – What is pelvic organ prolapse? Common causes and symptoms
11:20 – Introducing EnPlace: A mesh-free, minimally invasive solution
16:45 – Why hysterectomy isn’t always the answer for prolapse treatment
22:30 – How EnPlace preserves the uterus and accelerates recovery
28:15 – Where EnPlace is available and plans for global expansion
34:00 – Physician training and the simplicity of the procedure
39:40 – The growing importance of women’s health innovation
43:00 – Final thoughts: Empowering women to take charge of their pelvic health
Key Points:
Innovative Approach: FemSelect’s EnPlace procedure offers a less invasive, mesh-free solution for pelvic organ prolapse with faster recovery times and no need for general anesthesia.
Uterus-Sparing Procedure: Unlike hysterectomy, EnPlace preserves the uterus and cervix, maintaining the integrity of the pelvic floor and reducing the risk of future complications.
Addressing the Stigma: The episode highlights the societal reluctance to discuss pelvic health and the need to normalize conversations around women’s health issues.
Global Expansion: Currently available in Israel and select areas in the U.S., FemSelect aims to expand its reach internationally by 2026.
– Debbie Garner – Host
Navigating Sexual Health: Insights and Innovations for Women of All Ages
Épisode 42
lundi 17 février 2025 • Durée 56:19
In this episode, Dr. Alexandra Dubinskaya, a urogynecologist and sexual medicine specialist, returns to the show for a deep dive into women's sexual health. She discusses the importance of addressing sexual dysfunction, the lack of research in female sexual wellness, and the stigma that still surrounds these conversations. The discussion also explores groundbreaking research on vibratory therapy for pelvic floor health and the innovative AI-driven wellness device, Sensara.
Check out Sensara: https://senserawellness.com/
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction to Dr. Alexandra Dubinskaya
02:14 - Why sexual health is a passion of hers
06:30 - The stigma around female sexual health and aging
12:45 - Research on vibratory therapy and its impact on sexual function
18:20 - Study findings: Improved orgasm, pelvic floor function, and mental health
24:10 - The impact of blood flow on vaginal health and sexual function
28:45 - Postpartum sexual health and recovery
33:50 - Introducing Sensara: An AI-powered sexual wellness device
40:12 - How Sensara personalizes pleasure and wellness
45:30 - The future of sexual medicine and research opportunities
50:20 - Advice for doctors: How to initiate conversations about sexual health
Key Points:
Lack of Research in Female Sexual Health: Unlike male sexual dysfunction, women's sexual health remains largely under-researched, with limited studies on women over 65.
Stigma Around Aging and Sexuality: Many physicians and patients feel uncomfortable discussing sexual health, leading to a lack of education and care.
Research on Vibratory Therapy: Dr. Dubinskaya’s study showed that external vibratory stimulation significantly improved sexual satisfaction, pelvic floor function, and mental health.
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Midlife health breakdown is often a systems failure, not a motivation problem: Delayed screenings, inconsistent supplements, and deprioritized movement compound risk over time.
Early detection depends on follow-through, not awareness: Dense breast tissue, hormone shifts, and missed baselines create blind spots when care is delayed.
Consistency beats intensity in supplements and exercise: Vitamin D, bone-loading movement, and simple routines outperform sporadic “health resets.”
Clean inputs matter more after cancer, but should start earlier: What women put on and in their bodies becomes more consequential during hormonal transition.
Exercise functions as prevention infrastructure, not lifestyle garnish: Impact, resistance, and aerobic movement materially affect recurrence risk, bone density, and fatigue.
Deep Dives
Delayed care as a compounding risk factor
Missed appointments increase exposure windows
Delays often happen during peak hormonal volatility
Dense breast tissue and the screening gap
Mammograms alone can miss early signals
Ultrasound and MRI baselines improve detection
Vitamin D deficiency as a hidden performance drain
Fatigue and joint pain can signal depletion
Winter and low sun accelerate decline
Supplement discipline versus reactive use
Inconsistent intake reduces benefit
Fewer supplements taken regularly outperform complex stacks
Bone health beyond medication
Impact and resistance stimulate bone remodeling
Movement variety matters more than volume
Exercise as a protective intervention
Aerobic activity reduces systemic disease risk
Strength work supports bone and joint resilience
Clean formulations and cumulative exposure
Hormone-free products reduce added load
Transparency matters more during midlife transitions
Learn more about HIPAA compliance in consumer health apps:
U.S. Dept. of Health & Human Services – HIPAA Overview: https://www.hhs.gov/hipaa/for-professionals/privacy/index.html
20:00 – 30:00 | Writing A Musculoskeletal Mystery The pandemic-sparked book project: filling the education gap for patients and practitioners, demystifying pelvic floor anatomy, evaluations, treatments, and including a self-help toolkit.
30:00 – 40:00 | The Continuum of Life & Menopause Care Reframing women’s health as a lifelong continuum—pregnancy, perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopause—and the alarming statistics: 50% of life spent in menopause transition, rising cardiovascular risks, and the need for strength training over cardio.
40:00 – 50:00 | Interdisciplinary Teamwork & Advocacy “Teamwork, teamwork, teamwork”: integrating PTs with physicians, nurses, nutritionists, mental health professionals, and corporate stakeholders. How education fuels advocacy—from clinic in-services to writing senators for research funding.
Major Takeaways
Education Is Foundation: Early exposure in PT, medical, and nursing curricula prevents decades of untreated symptoms.
Mentorship Matters: Seek out and sustain relationships with both pelvic PT and cross-specialty mentors to refine skills and referrals.
Interdisciplinary Care: Pelvic health thrives when PTs collaborate with OB-GYNs, urogynecologists, acupuncturists, PAs, and beyond—breaking silos boosts patient outcomes.
Lifelong Lens: Women spend a large portion of life in menopause transition—with implications for bone, cardiovascular, and pelvic health; prevention through strength training and pelvic floor awareness is key.
Advocacy Amplifies Impact: Armed with education, practitioners and patients can lobby for research funding, insurance coverage, and workplace policies that support pelvic health.
Book:A Musculoskeletal Mystery: How to Solve Your Pelvic Floor Symptoms
Duke University Women’s Health PT Residency Program (search DukePT.edu for details)
Breath is everything: Jessica emphasizes how breathwork calms the nervous system, improves core stability, and reconnects the diaphragm and pelvic floor — essential for postpartum and perimenopausal health.
KettleGuard origin story: See how Jessica turned a personal need into a widely used training product in the kettlebell world.
Accessibility in fitness: Through her online program Kettlebells & Core, Jessica helps beginners enter the world of strength training with confidence and clarity.
Book Mentioned: Emotional Intelligence by Daniel Goleman
Referenced Expert: Dr. Gabrielle Lyon on Muscle-Centric Medicine
Notable Quotes:
(13:00) - Expanding Use Cases: Cervical Cancer & Beyond
(17:00) - Tracking Fertility, Thyroid, and Inflammation Future plans to roll out clinical-grade insights into fertility windows, hormone levels, inflammation, and perimenopause—based on strong patient demand.
(22:00) - App Integration & Doctor Collaboration How the app provides users with insights, tracks health trends over time, and creates doctor-ready lab reports for easy sharing.
(30:00) - Mission, Team & Global Impact Sara talks about the Qvin team’s resilience, the mission to close the gender data gap, and their vision of transforming women’s health globally.
Key Points:
• The Q-Pad enables women to collect menstrual blood at home for lab testing • FDA-cleared for Hemoglobin A1C, offering diabetes insights (Type 1 & Type 2) • Cervical cancer detection using menstrual blood could be a game-changer • Clinically validated biomarkers include fertility hormones, thyroid, inflammation, cholesterol, and vitamins • App integration allows women to track biomarkers and easily share lab reports with doctors • Built for convenience: wear like a normal pad, mail sample with prepaid return, results in one week • Accessible pricing matches average U.S. co-pays and is HSA-approved • 400+ unique proteins in menstrual blood — a largely untapped diagnostic resource • Global potential: useful in areas without regular access to doctors or labs
Women’s Health Revolution: Debbie discusses the rising focus on women’s health innovation, fueled by increased female leadership in investment, research, and engineering.
Notable Quotes:
“It’s not just about living longer; it’s about living healthier. Women deserve solutions that let them thrive at every stage of life.”
“Pelvic organ prolapse isn’t something women should quietly endure—there are real, effective solutions available now.”
Takeaway:
This episode sheds light on a common but under-discussed issue affecting millions of women. FemSelect’s work offers hope for non-invasive, effective treatments, empowering women to take control of their health and quality of life.
Host Bio:
This podcast is hosted by Sheree Dibiase, PT ICLM. She is a nationally recognized women's health physical therapist who owns seven private clinics — one of the biggest networks in the US. She has spent 30+ years practicing in the oncology, pelvic floor, and prenatal postpartum healthcare spaces. She was also a professor for seven years a Loma Linda University where she taught kinesiology.
Guest Links: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborah-garner-0a99247 Check out FEMSelect - https://www.femselect.com/
Blood Flow and Sexual Function: Increased blood flow enhances vaginal lubrication, reduces friction between organs, and supports overall vaginal health.
Postpartum and Menopausal Sexual Health: Many women experience changes in sexual function due to hormonal shifts, trauma, and stress. Education and the right tools can aid recovery.
Introducing Sensara: This AI-powered device personalizes sexual wellness using sensors that monitor physiological responses and adjust stimulation accordingly.
Advice for Physicians: Doctors should either learn to discuss sexual health openly or have referral sources for patients who need guidance.
Notable Quotes:
"Sexual health is part of general health. It’s a window into what’s happening in the body."
"We tell people to exercise for their heart, their lungs—why not for their pelvic floor and genital health?"
"Using lubrication isn’t a failure—it’s a way to enhance pleasure and wellness."
"We need more research, more conversations, and more solutions for women’s sexual health."
Final Takeaway:
Women’s sexual health is a critical yet often overlooked part of overall well-being. With more research, open conversations, and innovative solutions like Sensara, we can empower women to take charge of their sexual health at every stage of life.
Host Bio:
This podcast is hosted by Sheree Dibiase, PT ICLM. She is a nationally recognized women's health physical therapist who owns seven private clinics — one of the biggest networks in the US. She has spent 30+ years practicing in the oncology, pelvic floor, and prenatal postpartum healthcare spaces. She was also a professor for seven years a Loma Linda University where she taught kinesiology.
Guest Links: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandra-dubinskaya-md-facog-ncmp-if-35b1b4b6/ Check out Sensara - https://senserawellness.com/
