Dr. Lori Choi returns to the show to discuss the declining state of women's healthcare in Texas. She and Dorothy highlight the shortage of resources, particularly in rural and low-income areas. 

Dr. Choi’s organization, "I'll Have What She's Having," incorporates her medical background and aims to support uninsured workers, especially women, in male-dominated fields.

Efforts focus on raising awareness through pop-up dining events. These events also fund preventive care, mental health services, cancer screenings, and reproductive healthcare. 

DISCLAIMER: The views expressed by our guests don’t necessarily reflect that of The Rose nor are they a substitute for medical advice provided by the listener’s doctor.

Key Questions Answered

1.) What are the main healthcare challenges faced by pregnant women in Texas?

2.) How has the political climate affected healthcare needs for pregnant women and family planning?

3.) What is the state of mammogram access for women in Texas?

4.) How has the COVID-19 pandemic impacted the healthcare workforce in Texas?

5.) What obstacles do insured individuals still face in the current healthcare insurance system?

6.) Why is there a shortage of obstetricians in Texas, and what is its predicted impact?

7.) What is the mission of "I'll Have What She's Having," and how does it support women in male-dominated fields?

Timestamped Overview

00:00 Physician supports women in male-dominated fields.

04:25 Medicaid access complicated for pregnant Texas women.

07:02 Program supports pregnancy options and medication abortion.

11:41 Young women face barriers to mammogram access.

15:19 Concierge care model for bypassing traditional system.

18:27 Discussing women's health issues is more open.

20:41 Health awareness challenges for food industry workers.

23:39 Mental health advancements inspire hopeful peer support.

27:27 Houston's childcare and eldercare insufficient, burdens women.

30:19 Supporting independence, career, and family amidst challenges.

Dr. Lori Choi returns to the show to discuss the declining state of women's healthcare in Texas. She and Dorothy highlight the shortage of resources, particularly in rural and low-income areas. 
Dr. Choi’s organization, "I'll Have What She's Having," incorporates her medical background and aims to support uninsured workers, especially women, in male-dominated fields.
Efforts focus on raising awareness through pop-up dining events. These events also fund preventive care, mental health services, cancer screenings, and reproductive healthcare. 
DISCLAIMER: The views expressed by our guests don’t necessarily reflect that of The Rose nor are they a substitute for medical advice provided by the listener’s doctor.
Key Questions Answered
1.) What are the main healthcare challenges faced by pregnant women in Texas?
2.) How has the political climate affected healthcare needs for pregnant women and family planning?
3.) What is the state of mammogram access for women in Texas?
4.) How has the COVID-19 pandemic impacted the healthcare workforce in Texas?
5.) What obstacles do insured individuals still face in the current healthcare insurance system?
6.) Why is there a shortage of obstetricians in Texas, and what is its predicted impact?
7.) What is the mission of "I'll Have What She's Having," and how does it support women in male-dominated fields?
Timestamped Overview
00:00 Physician supports women in male-dominated fields.
04:25 Medicaid access complicated for pregnant Texas women.
07:02 Program supports pregnancy options and medication abortion.
11:41 Young women face barriers to mammogram access.
15:19 Concierge care model for bypassing traditional system.
18:27 Discussing women's health issues is more open.
20:41 Health awareness challenges for food industry workers.
23:39 Mental health advancements inspire hopeful peer support.
27:27 Houston's childcare and eldercare insufficient, burdens women.
30:19 Supporting independence, career, and family amidst challenges.

The Rose Breast Center of Excellence presents Let's Talk About Your Breasts with Dorothy Gibbons.

Each week, Dorothy hosts candid conversations with an array of people in the breast cancer community. From doctors and employees to donors and individuals who influence policy, you'll learn all there is to know about the disease which impacts so many women in our community.

The Rose Breast Center of Excellence presents Let's Talk About Your Breasts with Dorothy Gibbons.
Each week, Dorothy hosts candid conversations with an array of people in the breast cancer community. From doctors and employees to donors and individuals who influence policy, you'll learn all there is to know about the disease which impacts so many women in our community.

Let's Talk About Your Breasts

The Rose Breast Center of Excellence presents Let's Talk About Your Breasts with Dorothy Gibbons.


Each week, Dorothy hosts candid conversations with an array of people in the breast cancer community. From doctors and employees to donors and individuals who influence policy, you'll learn all there is to know about the disease which impacts so many women in our community.

The Rose Breast Center of Excellence presents Let's Talk About Your Breasts with Dorothy Gibbons.
 Each week, Dorothy hosts candid conversations with an array of people in the breast cancer community. From doctors and employees to donors and individuals who influence policy, you'll learn all there is to know about the disease which impacts so many women in our community.

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