There's a problem in women's healthcare today, but what can we do about it as women? It can feel disheartening and frustrating to see the gaslighting and 10-minute appointments and feel like there's nothing you can do. But patients have the power to encourage progress. In today's episode, Caitlin talks with medical school professor, Dr. Anita Showalter, about: - why the standards for women's healthcare feel so low - what every day women can to do raise the bar - the importance of setting your physician up for success - how we can get access to health and wellness resources even outside of the doctor's officeIf you're feeling frustrated, overwhelmed, or stuck by the status quo of reproductive healthcare, this encouraging episode is for you.GUEST BIO: Anita Showalter, DO, MA, FACOOG (D) serves Duquesne University Nasuti College of Osteopathic Medicine as Chair of Specialty Medicine and Division Chief of OBGYN. She applies whole person philosophy to patient care by focusing on nutrition and lifestyle and using hands-on Osteopathic Manipulation to reduce pain and speed healing. She is dedicated to train the next generation of physicians to look for root causes of disease and not only focus on symptoms. NOTE: This episode is appropriate for all audiences.SHOW NOTES:Woven Well: A Christian Woman's Guide for Reproductive Health, Fertility, and Wholeness becomes available on July 7th! There are just a few days left to pre-order the book and receive the pre-order bonuses--don't miss out! https://www.wovenfertility.com/pre-order-woven-well Facts about Fertility websiteEp. 130: Convincing your OBGYN to use Fertility Awareness Methods, with Dr. Marguerite DuaneEp. 36: Advocating in the Dr.'s Office: Asking Good QuestionsSend Us a Text!Support the showOther great ways to connect with Woven Natural Fertility Care: Learn the Creighton Model System with us! Register here!Get our monthly newsletter: Get the updates!Chat about issues of fertility + faith: Substack Follow us on Instagram: @wovenfertilityWatch our episodes on YouTube: @wovenfertilityLove the content? The biggest gift you could give is to click a 5 star review and write why it was so meaningful! This podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute providing medical advice or professional services. The information provided should not be used for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, and those seeking personal medical advice should consult with a licensed physician. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health provider regarding a medical condition. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room immediately. Neither Woven nor its staff, nor any contributor to this podcast, makes any representations, exp...

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