Brown Women Health

In this episode of the Brown Women Health Podcast, Sruti and Esha sit down with Chanchal Garg, speaker, executive coach, Stanford Graduate School of Business facilitator, and author of Unearthed: The Lies We Carry and the Truths They Bury . Together, they explore what it means for South Asian women to lead with authenticity while navigating cultural expectations, identity, ambition, and wellbeing....

In this episode of the Brown Women Health Podcast, Ritika and Mariam sit down with Dr. Sara Tariq, an internal medicine physician with over two decades of experience in clinical care, medical education, and health advocacy. Together, we explore what it means to navigate healthcare systems as a South Asian woman—both as a patient and as a physician—and the often invisible biases that shape those ex...

In this episode of the Brown Women Health Podcast, we dive into the powerful intersection of athletics, medicine, and identity for South Asian women. Hosts Ritika and Esha sit down with Nehaa Sohail, the first Pakistani female Division I basketball player and current medical student, to explore what it means to pursue dual passions in spaces where representation is still limited. Nehaa shares her...

In this enlightening episode of Brown Women Health , psychiatrist Dr. Rathisha Pathmathasan, DO joins us to explore the importance of mindfulness, mental wellness, and breaking cultural stigma in South Asian communities. We dive into her journey into psychiatry, the pressures of med school as a South Asian American, and the common signs of anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health conce...

In this episode of the Brown Women Health Podcast , host Ritika sits down with Dr. Sarvani Uppati, a radiology resident whose path to medicine is anything but conventional. From studying neuroscience to community service and pageantry, Dr. Uppati brings a multidimensional perspective to what it means to build a meaningful and balanced career in healthcare. Together, they dive into what drew her to...

In this episode of the Brown Women Health Podcast , host Ritika sit down with Dr. Sameena Rahman (@gynogirl) —board-certified OB/GYN, menopause expert, and sexual health specialist—to uncover the often-overlooked aspects of women’s healthcare. From tackling taboo topics like sexual dysfunction and menopause to discussing the challenges of the healthcare system, Dr. Rahman shares her journey from b...

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Nisha Patel, a Licensed Professional Counselor, Sobriety Coach, and the owner of TheNishe. Nisha is a dedicated professional passionate about guiding individuals toward healing and purpose. With a holistic and compassionate approach, she empowers her clients to create meaningful, lasting change in their lives. In this episode, we explore: Nisha’s journey...

Join Ritika and Esha in this powerful episode in honor of Epilepsy Awareness Month (sorry we are a little late, but desi standard time?) as they sit down with Dr. Amee Shah , a successful dentist, mother, and wife living with epilepsy. Dr. Shah shares her personal journey of being diagnosed with a seizure disorder and navigating life with invisible challenges. Together, they explore how she works...

In this episode of Brown Women Health , Anchor Ritika Jhawar sits down with Neha Shah, a Registered Dietitian with nearly 20 years of experience specializing in gastroenterology, IBD, and nutrition for South Asian communities. Neha shares her insights on the unique challenges faced by South Asian patients with GI disorders like IBD, celiac disease, and IBS. She emphasizes the importance of keeping...

In this compelling episode, we sit down with Dr. Preeti Kalra, PharmD, MHA, a clinical pharmacist from suburban Chicago, preterm birth survivor, and passionate advocate for maternal and infant health. Dr. Kalra shares her deeply personal story of being born three months premature, navigating the challenges of neurodiversity, and growing up in a South Asian community that often emphasizes conformit...

In this powerful episode of "Let's Talk About Sex, Beta... The Convo We Never Have at Home," Dr. Alopi Patel, a double board-certified anesthesiologist and interventional pain physician, joins us to explore the often unspoken relationship between sexual health, trauma, and pain in the South Asian community. Dr. Patel, who is also certified in lifestyle medicine, shares her experiences working with...

In this episode of the Brown Women Health podcast, Mariam and Ritika dive into a candid conversation with Dr. Pallavi Mhaskar, a resident physician at Western Michigan University Homer Stryker School of Medicine. Dr. Mhaskar shares her insights and experiences on sexual health, addressing the unique challenges faced by South Asian women when it comes to discussing sexual health and trauma. Togethe...

In the first episode of our mini-series "Let's Talk About Sex, Beta... The Convo We Never Have at Home," Mariam and Ritika sit down with Ektha Aggarwal, a South Asian therapist and founder of JIVA Mental Health and Shakti Therapy & Healing Services. Ektha specializes in South Asian mental health and brings her expertise to this deeply important conversation on sexual trauma and h...

Welcome to the Brown Women Health Podcast , where we dive deep into wellness, lifestyle medicine, and women's health. In this episode, your host Ritika, a prospective medical student, sits down with Dr. Supriya Rao, a quadruple board-certified physician in internal medicine, gastroenterology, obesity medicine, and lifestyle medicine. Dr. Rao brings her wealth of knowledge as a managing partner...

Welcome to the Brown Women Health Podcast. Join hosts Esha and Ameek as they engage in a soulful conversation with Harman Kaur, the talented author behind Phulkari . Phulkari is a collection of poetry and prose that intricately weaves together themes of grief, identity, love, spirituality, and healing, reflecting the experiences of a Panjabi Sikh woman. In this episode, Harman Kaur shares the prof...

Welcome to the Brown Women Health Podcast! In our first episode of 2024, join Priya Sanghvi and Ritika Jhawar as they dive into a crucial conversation surrounding mental health awareness within the South Asian community. Joined by esteemed psychiatrist, Dr. Harkirat Kaur, this episode explores the importance of breaking cultural stigmas and advocating for mental well-being. Discover Dr. Kaur's...

Welcome to the latest episode of the Brown Women Health Podcast, hosted by anchor Ritika Jhawar. In this engaging episode, Ritika welcomes a very special guest, Marissa McKool, a certified life coach on a mission to empower women in public health to reduce stress and find balance in their lives. Marissa's impressive background includes earning her Masters in Public Health at Emory University,...

Welcome to the Brown Women Health Podcast, where we explore vital health issues faced by South Asian women. In this episode, anchors Priya Sanghvi and Mariam Khan discuss the stigma around disabilities in the South Asian community with their guest, Anna Samson, who has firsthand experience navigating life with a disability. They delve into Anna's journey with disability advocacy, influenced by...

Did you know that South Asians have a higher risk of kidney disease due to elevated rates of diabetes and high blood pressure? . . . Welcome to the Brown Women Health Podcast, where we bring you insightful conversations on various aspects of South Asian health. In this episode, your hosts Ameek Bindra and Pooja Velury, student doctors, sit down with Dr. Priyanka Gogte, a renowned nephrologist, to...

Join podcast anchors Mariam Khan and Tanushri Akula as they delve into the world of pediatric occupational therapy (OT) and developmental disabilities with special guest Asha Rao, OT. In this episode, they explore the unique role of a pediatric OT, the specific disabilities addressed in the pediatric field, and the training differentiations for disability treatment. Discover Asha's personal jo...

Join us for an eye-opening conversation on the Brown Women Health Podcast as we sit down with Dr. Sulman Aziz Mirza, a triple Board Certified psychiatrist, social media influencer, and advocate for mental health in South Asian communities. In this episode, we delve into the topic of pill shaming and its impact on these communities, exploring the myths surrounding medications and the importance of...

Join anchor Ritika Jhawar on the latest episode of the Brown Women Health Podcast as we have a captivating conversation with Ragini, the founder of Cardamom Counselling. Ragini is a qualified counsellor with a diverse background in clinical and educational spaces worldwide, including prestigious institutions like Harvard University and the London School of Economics. In this episode, Ragini shares...

In this episode of the Brown Women Health Podcast, host Priya Sanghvi speaks with certified psychologist Dr. Kira Vimalakanthan about Autism in South Asian communities. Dr. Vimalakanthan shares her insights on common stigmas and misconceptions surrounding Autism in these communities, and sheds light on the effective programs and support interventions offered by the SAAAC Autism Centre. The convers...

In this week's episode, hosts Ritika and Ameek sit down with Shahmir H. Ali, a public health researcher at the New York University School of Public Health, to talk about his dissertation research on the effect of family structure on diet patterns. Shahmir shares his insights on the relationship between family structure and dietary habits, and how social and cultural factors can impact our eati...

In this episode, co-hosts Ritika Jhawar and Ameek Bindra get real about an important topic that hits close to home for the South Asian community: heart health. They bring up a really good point about how heart disease isn't just an old people thing - it can affect younger adults and even children too! That's why they're bringing in Ashish Mathur, founder of the South Asian Heart Center...