As a fierce champion for women empowering women (and the people that love them), GynoGirl provides the knowledge and education to help you advocate for yourself so that you can live your best life! Dr. Sameena Rahman curates a space for exploring hormonal changes, sexual health, and pelvic wellness, while also emphasizing self-love and life improvement. Through collaborations with leading experts and the personal stories of patients, she provides a platform for knowledge-sharing while also a ...
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Pleasure as Medicine: Exploring Healing with Physical Therapist Dee Hartmann
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Today, we have the incredible Dee Hartmann, a distinguished pelvic floor physical therapist and author. We dive deep into the topics of pleasure and healing, exploring how embracing pleasure—beyond just the sexual—can fundamentally transform our approach to treating sexual pain and dysfunction. Dee brings her expertise and insights from her book "A…
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Closing the Orgasm Gap: With Dr. Laurie Mintz
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In today's eye-opening episode, we tackle and discuss the orgasm gap. I talk with Dr. Laurie Mintz, who passionately discusses her work to inform and empower women, sharing her journey from personal struggle to becoming a key advocate for sexual health education. We're also breaking down myths about orgasms and debunking media lies that leave many …
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Navigating Pudendal Nerve Disorders: Insights from Stephanie Prendergast
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It is an incredible pleasure to have Stephanie Prendergast on to discuss and explore pudendal neuralgia—a condition fraught with pain, misdiagnosis, and, too often, misunderstanding within the medical community. We dove deep into pudendal neuralgia, a complex condition that affects so many lives but remains poorly understood in the medical communit…
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Delving into the Vulva Vestibule: Insights with Dr. Rahman
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Do you know about the vulval vestibule? In today's episode, I delve into the intricate anatomy of the vulvar vestibule and its significance in sexual health. I discuss how this unique area, formed from the endodermis, contains an increased concentration of nerve endings which can result in heightened sensitivity and pain for some individuals. I exp…
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From Misunderstood Pain to Empowered Healing
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In this episode I dive deep into the often misunderstood and stigmatized world of women's sexual health and a condition called congenital neuroproliferative vestibulodynia. Joining us is Erin Young, a brave voice who has navigated the murky waters of seeking treatment for her condition in a society where discussing female sexuality is still taboo. …
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Dr. Sadaf on Transforming Sexual Health Conversations
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Have you ever wondered if you need Sex Coaching? Join me as we delve into the complexities of sexual health and stigma with our incredible guest, Dr. Sadaf who is an OB/GYN and Sex Coach. We'll explore cultural beliefs, sexual concerns, and the urgent need for comprehensive sex education. We'll confront the discomfort in society and among physician…
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Forging a Path: Noa's Journey with Tightlipped to Create Space for Women's Health Advocacy
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Welcome to this episode, where we delve into a topic close to the hearts of many yet often veiled in silence - pelvic pain and vulvovaginal disorders. Have you ever found yourself grappling with these issues, feeling isolated in your struggle? Today we're going to shine a light on the incredible work of Noa, the driving force behind Tightlipped, a …
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Pioneering Progress: Dr. Sarah Cigna and the First OBGYN Fellowship in Sexual Medicine in the US
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We're diving into a crucial yet often overlooked aspect of healthcare: sexual health education among OB-GYN residents. Despite two-thirds of programs highlighting its significance, only a small fraction of residents feel adequately prepared to tackle sexual health issues. This glaring disparity in medical education demands exploration. That's why I…
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PGAD Unveiled: A Patient's Perspective with Physical Therapist April Patterson
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Today, we bring to light a deeply personal journey through pain, healing, and self-discovery. We'll explore the intricate relationship between spinal health and pelvic wellbeing, delving into how issues like persistent genital arousal disorder, or PGAD, are not merely sexual but deeply interconnected with our spinal anatomy. With me is April Patter…
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Understanding PGAD: Treating Persistent Genital Arousal Disorder with Multidisciplinary Approaches
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Have you ever encountered the term PGAD? Despite its relative obscurity, it gained some mainstream attention in the early 2000s, even prompting a Saturday Night Live skit that portrayed it as a condition one might desire. Which is far from something that someone would actually want. Today I give you a comprehensive overview what PGAD is discussing …
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Dr. Corinne Menn: Empowering Breast Cancer Survivors
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Today, we're diving deep into a critically important and often overlooked topic: the intersection of breast cancer survival and menopause management. We have Dr. Corinne Menn joining us to share her expertise and personal journey as a breast cancer survivor experiencing menopause. In this episode, we're uncovering the impact of menopausal symptoms …
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Breaking Down Hormone Therapy: A Menopausal Roadmap
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I delve into the crucial topic of menopause and hormone therapy. With an estimated 2 billion women entering post-menopause by 2030, the impact of menopause cannot be overlooked. I explore the criteria for determining good and bad candidates for hormone therapy, the reasons behind prescribing hormone therapy, and the various formulations I favor. Dr…
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Confronting Clitoral Pain and Navigating Spinal Health's Impact on Sexual Function
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When Crystal's severe lower back pain led to an unexpected emergency situation after a yoga class, it marked the beginning of a new chapter in her life. Her personal story illuminates the profound effects spinal health can have on sensory and sexual functions, offering a raw look into the fears and challenges that come with losing sensation in the …
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Navigating the Menopause Maze: Self-Advocacy and Finding the Right Support
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In this vital conversation, we’ll uncover why it's essential that we challenge the status quo and create open, supportive dialogues for women at all stages of life. We're diving deep into the misunderstood topic of navigating menopause. Our courageous guest, Heather Zimmerman a patient of mine, joins us to share her compelling story. Battling migra…
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A Personal Journey Through Vaginismus and the Path to Healing
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I sit down with Laila, a close family friend and someone who has personally navigated the complexities of vaginismus. Laila shares her intimate struggle, shedding light on a topic many find themselves shrouded in silence due to cultural and personal stigmas. She opens a door to understanding the emotional and physical aspects—offering listeners a c…
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Growing up as the daughter of Pakistani immigrants in the South, I was constantly torn between the expectations of my heritage and the opportunities of my future. Through my own journey, from grappling with the dynamics of cultural identity to forging a path in the medical field, I've learned the power of self-advocacy and the importance of destigm…
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Unity in Vaginismus: A Supportive Guide
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Ever felt like there's a world of women's health issues that remain shrouded in silence, particularly when it comes to the bedroom? Dr. Sameena Rahman, also known as GynoGirl, pulls back the curtain on taboo topics, starting with the often-misunderstood condition of vaginismus. Her candid storytelling not only reveals her own professional and perso…
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Gyno Girl Presents: Sex, Drugs & Hormones Trailer
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Are you ready to challenge the taboos of women's health with unflinching honesty and a touch of rebellion? Join me, Dr. Sameena Rahman (Gynogirl), as we venture into the candid world of women's health and confronting the stigmas head-on. This is not your typical health podcast – here, I promise to intertwine heartfelt patient narratives with expert…
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