Priya Bathija

The Women’s Health Playbook

Health EN ↓ 7 episodes

Navigating the U.S. healthcare system is like playing a game. Except, you don't know the rules, and the stakes are your life. The Women's Health Playbook is here to change that. In each episode, our host Priya Bathija joins leading experts to give you the plays you've never had, moving beyond general advice to deliver actionable tactics and strategies you can use to take control of your health and healthcare journey.

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Priya Bathija

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The Bottom Line: Making Sense of the Bill 01.05.2026 21:27

EPISODE 6 — In this episode, Dr. Jared Dashevsky , an internal medicine resident and founder of Healthcare Huddle , acts as our financial coach. Jared breaks down the absolute “need-to-know” essentials of medical insurance, the hidden purpose of the Explanation of Benefits (EOB), and why your doctor is the last person you should talk to about cost. He also gives us a tactical edge, explaining...

The Post-Game Analysis: What Comes Next? 01.05.2026 25:38

EPISODE 5 — You did the thing. You saw your doctor, asked your questions, and maybe got some answers. But as you walk out to your car, that familiar cloud of confusion and anxiety starts to set in. What did they say the next step was? Was I supposed to get a blood test or an X-ray first? Did I actually get the answer I needed? Even a good visit requires follow-up action, and a bad visit often re...

Game Day: Navigating the Appointment 01.05.2026 23:14

EPISODE 4 — If you are nervous, scared to ask the hard questions, or have a history of shutting down in the exam room, you are not alone. This is an experience many women dread, but it is one we can take control of. In this episode, Amanda Berk , co-founder of the patient advocacy startup LIORA Health, coaches us through navigating the exam room. She breaks down why your 15-minute slot must be pr...

Beyond the Clipboard: Mastering the Paperwork 01.05.2026 28:35

EPISODE 3 — In the U.S. healthcare system, we are often plagued by forms… sometimes filling out the exact same information for the same company at two different locations. It’s easy to feel buried in paperwork, but these documents aren’t just throwaway sheets; they are the legal and clinical foundation of your care. In this episode, Kelly Greening (VP and Deputy General Counsel at Ann and Rober...

The Pre-Game Prep: Setting the Agenda 01.05.2026 29:19

EPISODE 2 — What does your doctor actually need from you to provide the best care? In this episode, Celina Gorre , CEO of WomenHeart, acts as our coach. Celina takes us through an essential drill to prepare for that doctor’s visit, walking us through the five crucial elements to bring, why your wearable trends might matter more than the absolute numbers, and why she says being young doesn’t give...

Scouting the Field - Finding the Right Doctor 01.05.2026 26:21

EPISODE 1 — Finding a doctor shouldn’t feel like a full-contact sport, but for women in the U.S. healthcare system, it often does. In this episode, Rebecca Bloom (attorney, advocate, and author of “When Women Get Sick” ) helps us break down how to choose the right doctor, what “in-network” really means, and the exact questions to ask before your first appointment. Consider this your step-by-st...

Healthcare Is a Game Where You Don’t Know the Rules… Until Now 09.04.2026 2:43

Navigating the U.S. healthcare system sometimes feels like playing a game. Host Priya Bathija introduces a new kind of health resource: The Women’s Health Playbook. After 22 years of working inside the healthcare industry, Priya is stepping out from behind… 2:43 Chapters (00:00:01) - The Women's Health Playbook (00:00:36) - Healthcare: The Women's Health Playbook