Advancing Equity, Sustainability, and Safety in Women’s Health - European Medical Journal

Advancing Equity, Sustainability, and Safety in Women’s Health

The EMJ Podcast | Episode 238

In this episode, Jonathan Sackier sits down with Jane van Dis to explore the evolution of obstetrics and gynecology, the fight for gender equity in medicine, and the transformative impact of digital health and FemTech on women’s healthcare. They also discuss sustainability in medicine, and her vision for the future of equity, safety, and innovation in women’s health.

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Speaker bio: 

Jane van Dis is Assistant Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology, at the University of Rochester in New York. 

As a practicing OB-GYN, assistant professor, and advisor to groundbreaking health tech startups, Jane is a trailblazer in women’s health, equity, and innovation. She is the co-founder of several impactful initiatives, including Equity Quotient and OB Best Practice, and serves as a medical director and advisor to companies like Maven Clinic, Flex, and Bobbie.  

A prolific writer and sought-after speaker, Jane combines her expertise in obstetrics with a passion for digital health, workplace equity, and mentorship. Beyond her professional achievements, she is a single mom to twins and a tireless advocate for empowering women in science and medicine. 

Timestamps:
  • 00:00 – Introduction
  • 01:36 – The evolution of obstetrics
  • 04:24 – Inequities and biases
  • 07:03 – Patient safety
  • 09:37 – Racial disparities in the US
  • 11:26 – Environmental exposure
  • 15:50 – Equity in healthcare
  • 18:18 – Digital innovation in women’s health
  • 22:01 – Advancements in FemTech
  • 27:16 – Sustainability in healthcare
  • 32:13 – The future of women’s health

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