In celebration of Pride Month, host Heather Maurer, MA, CAE, sits down and speaks with Kristin Gianelis, DNP, APRN, WHNP-BC, ANP-BC, MSCP, PMH-C, CNE, on the state of the LGBTQIA+ community in modern-day America and the need for medical providers to advocate and care for this community. Together, they discuss the history of LGBTQIA+ healthcare, gender affirming and mental health care for LGBTQIA+ patients, and what WHNPs and APRNs need to know to provide the best possible care for patients in th...
Jun 17, 2025•42 min•Season 2Ep. 14
In honor of Maternal Mental Health Awareness Month, host Heather Maurer, MA, CAE, speaks with Sue Kendig, JD, WHNP-BC, Director of Women's Health Nurse Practitioners Practice & Policy at NPWH, for a powerful conversation about the critical role Women's Health Nurse Practitioners (WHNPs) play in supporting maternal mental health. Together, they discuss the importance of screening for mental health concerns during and after pregnancy, the disparities in care experienced by women of color, and ...
May 29, 2025•35 min•Season 2Ep. 13
In recognition of STI Awareness Month, host Heather Maurer, MA, CAE, speaks with Dr. Tammy Bennett, DNP, WHNP-BC, assistant director of clinical training at the Clinical Training Center for Sexual and Reproductive Health. Together, they explore the critical role healthcare providers play in promoting routine STI testing, prevention, and open, stigma-free conversations with patients. Dr. Bennett highlights key strategies such as universal screening during pregnancy, the use of PrEP, and the impor...
May 01, 2025•29 min•Season 1Ep. 12
In this episode, host Heather Maurer, MA, CAE, sits down with Dr. Anne Moore, a trailblazer in women's health and a Certified Women's Health Nurse Practitioner (WHNP). They explore the history and impact of NPWH, the vital role of advocacy in women's healthcare, and Dr. Moore’s journey in shaping the profession. The conversation highlights ongoing challenges in healthcare, the power of education, and the importance of mentoring the next generation of WHNPs. They also discuss the value of profess...
Mar 26, 2025•51 min•Season 1Ep. 11
In this episode, host Heather Maurer, MA, CAE, talks with Dr. Renee Jones, DNP, RN, WHNP-BC, FAWHONN, about the critical role Women's Health Nurse Practitioners (WHNPs) and Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) play in women's heart health. Dr. Jones shares her personal experience with heart disease and highlights the importance of early screening, prevention, and education, especially during key life stages like pregnancy and perimenopause. She unpacks major risk factors such as obesity, ...
Mar 18, 2025•41 min•Season 1Ep. 10
In this episode, host Heather Maurer, MA, CAE, sits down with Danielle Clement, WHNP-BC, AGNP-C, and Molly Broache, BSN, MSN, WHNP-BC, of BD, to discuss the importance of Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. Together, they shed light on the critical need for HPV vaccination and regular screenings in combating alarming cervical cancer statistics. The discussion highlights a new self-collection HPV test designed to improve access and comfort, particularly for underserved populations, as well as recent...
Jan 29, 2025•25 min•Season 1Ep. 9
In this episode, host Heather Maurer, MA, CAE, speaks with Hillary Schneller, senior staff attorney at the Center for Reproductive Rights, about the critical fight to protect reproductive freedoms. Hillary sheds light on the alarming rise in maternal mortality rates following the Dobbs decision and the legal challenges the Center is addressing. The discussion covers the Abortion Defense Network, the importance of advocacy and education, and the resources available to providers and patients navig...
Jan 21, 2025•32 min•Season 1Ep. 8
In this episode, host Heather Maurer, MA, CAE, chats with Kayla Gish, NP, an obesity medicine specialist, about critical topics in obesity management for women and gender-diverse individuals. Kayla shares personal experiences and discusses evidence-based interventions, highlighting the importance of empathetic and unbiased care. The conversation delves into the need for policy changes, such as the Treat and Reduce Obesity Act, to expand insurance coverage for obesity treatments. They also explor...
Dec 19, 2024•43 min•Season 1Ep. 7
In this episode, host Heather Maurer, MA, CAE, sits down with Dr. Malisa Carullo, BSC, MSC, ND, and Brooke Faught, DNP, WHNP-BC, FAANP, IF, to explore the essential role that vitamins and supplements play in supporting women's health across various life stages, from bone health and anemia to pregnancy and aging. The discussion highlights the importance of healthcare providers offering guidance on selecting high-quality products, advocating for personalized care, and fostering collaboration acros...
Nov 27, 2024•37 min•Season 1Ep. 6
In this episode, host Heather Maurer, MA, CAE, sits down with Dr. Andrea Singer, MD, FACP, CCD, to explore the importance of bone health across all ages. Dr. Singer emphasizes building peak bone mass during adolescence and assessing risks in midlife, with a focus on the role of Women’s Health Nurse Practitioners and APRNs in osteoporosis prevention and management. They discuss shared decision-making in treatment, as well as lifestyle factors like diet, exercise, and avoiding smoking and alcohol ...
Oct 30, 2024•29 min•Season 1Ep. 5
In this episode, host Heather Maurer, MA, CAE, chats with Dr. Heather Quaile, DNP, WHNP-BC, AFN-C, MSCP, CSC, IF, FAANP, a double board-certified, women's and gender health nurse practitioner at the SHOW Center, and Jaclyn Piasta, WHNP-BC, APRN, MSCP, a board certified women's health nurse practitioner, a certified menopause practitioner, and owner of Monarch Health. They explore the significance of comprehensive care in sexual medicine, emphasizing a biopsychosocial perspective. The conversatio...
Sep 18, 2024•46 min•Season 1Ep. 4
In this episode, host Heather Maurer, MA, CAE, chats with Dr. Shawana Moore, a nationally recognized, board-certified women’s health nurse practitioner who specializes in providing women’s and gender-related care throughout the lifespan. They explore the importance of normalizing menstrual health conversations in healthcare, emphasizing patient autonomy and dignity, and tackling unconscious bias and institutionalized racism. The discussion also underscores the need for effective communication, c...
Aug 01, 2024•47 min•Season 1Ep. 3
In this episode, host Heather Maurer, MA, CAE, chats with Radia Muqaddam, JD, senior staff attorney for the Center for Reproductive Rights, and Julie Jenkins, DNP, WHNP-BC, Clinicians In Abortion Care (CIAC) strategist and training program manager at the National Abortion Federation. They delve into the importance of empowering advanced practice clinicians, addressing systemic barriers, and advocating for constitutional protections to enhance access to reproductive healthcare, especially for mar...
Jul 17, 2024•44 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Join host Heather Maurer, MA, CAE, in our inaugural episode as she chats with Dr. Komkwuan Paruchabutr, DNP, FNP-BC, WHNP-BC, CNM, FACNM, president of the board of directors for the National Association of Nurse Practitioners in Women’s Health. Dr. Paruchabutr shares her inspiring journey from critical care nurse to Women's Health Nurse Practitioner, delving into the unique aspects of the WHNP role and the art of balancing work and life. They discuss the exciting evolution of NPWH, focusing on i...
Jun 18, 2024•36 min•Season 1Ep. 1
The National Association of Nurse Practitioners in Women's Health presents the all-new Her Health Matters – an original podcast series where we chat with leading voices in women’s and gender-related healthcare. Join our host Heather Maurer as she engages in candid conversations on perimenopause, menopause, reproductive health care, and maternal healthcare. Check out the trailer for season one!
May 05, 2024•2 min•Ep. 1
