Episodes
81
Oct. 22, 2026
The Rising of Urgent Care Centers
Urgent care centers have increasingly become a part of our health care system. Join in our conversation with Ms. Jennifer Kirk - a regional director at Midwest Express Clinics. We asked the hard questions: why are urgent care centers needed, what type of services can be provided and we asked about cost. Our questions were answered. Listen to a woman who has worked in different capacities in the our healthcare sytem explain why she choses to work in an urgent care center.
We welcome your thoug...
We welcome your thoug...
Guest: Jennifer Kirk
79
Oct. 14, 2026
When You Get Knocked Down
It happens to us all. The following is an inspirational story about a doctor - a Black Woman - and how she overcame . Now she has a message for you.
Guest: Bertina Hooks, MD
81
Sept. 9, 2026
New Treatment for TNBC- Would You?
A timely conversation with a medical oncologist, Dr Kalinsky regarding new treatment for metastatic Triple Negative Breast Cancer. Discussion re: why participation. in clinical trials is important. However, would you consider it? And what about the risks? An insightful conversation - lots of medical information. Someone you love may need to hear this.
Medical information for those who really want to know..
Medical information for those who really want to know..
51
Aug. 26, 2026
Dr. Idoko - Helping Patients and Parents to Navigate the Complexities of Neurologic Conditions
Dr. Kimberly Idoko is board certified neurologist, children's right attorney, entrepreneur and author whose work spans medicine, law and advocacy. Her lifelong committment is to providing patient centered care in addition to guidance to parents with children with neurologic disorders.Author of 'The Miswired Child",https://www.drkimberlyidoko.com
Guest: Dr. Kimberly Idoko
77
Aug. 12, 2026
The Increasing And Global Incidence of Fibroids - Why Don't They Tell You
An interview with Dr. Cheruba Prakabar - an OBGYN , gynecologic surgeon focusing on holistic, medical and surgical management of uterine fibroids.
https://www.thefibroidDoc.com
#fibroiduterus #womenshealth #hysterectomy #femalereproductivehealth #uterinefibroid
https://www.thefibroidDoc.com
#fibroiduterus #womenshealth #hysterectomy #femalereproductivehealth #uterinefibroid
Guest: Cheruba Prabakar
139
July 29, 2026
Covered California: Challenges for a Health Insurance Marketplace. Are You at Risk?
Dr Monica Soni is the Chief Medical Officer for Covered California, a state run Health Insurance Market Place. In this podcast, she shares the satisfaction and the challenges of providing health insurance options for families who don't receive insurance benefits from their employers and who don't qualify for Medicaid. https://www.coveredca.com/https://www.instagram.com/coveredca/https://www.facebook.com/CoveredCA
71
July 8, 2026
Joy, Health and Wellbeing for Women 40+ | Personal Coach Rhonda Williams
In this episode of Black Women's Health, Dr Sharan Abdul Rahman speaks with personal coach Rhonda Williams about finding joy, purpose and wellbeing after 40. Together they discuss practical strategies to help women prioritize themseles and create healthier, more fulfilling lives.Website: https://rhondaonamission.comBlack Women's Health podcast: https://doctorrahman.com
49
July 1, 2026
When the Doctors Aren't Sure About Your Diagnosis: Living with an Atypical Medical Illness
Hear her uplifting story and be inspired..
June 19, 2026
Does Annual Ultrasound Screening for Fibroids Save Money?
Insightful and informative interview with Dr. Bhuchitra Singh, John Hopkins researcher who has spent 10+ years researching fibroids. His most recent paper question whether it makes sense to give women in the US annual ultrasound: Does it save money? How does this help women? Great Interview. 5 Stars.Cost-effectiveness of Ultrasound Screening for Uterine Fibroids in the United StatesEducational video by Dr. Sharan Abdul Rahman, MD.Read more on Substack - https://sharanabdulrahman.substack.comVisi...
27
April 29, 2026
Fibroids, Women's Health- And What Comes Next?
Let's have a heart to heart conversation. Fibroids are one the many female health issues that have gone underfunded and under- researched. I look forwards to sharing more about fibroids and in the near future and how our understanding of fibroids may change. I will continue to shed light on topical female health issues.
I'm Dr. Rahman, board certified OBGYN - I focus on Black women's health - for the benefit of all women.
I'm Dr. Rahman, board certified OBGYN - I focus on Black women's health - for the benefit of all women.
23
April 22, 2026
How Many Hysterectomies Have You Done Lately?
It's an awkward question, but it needs to be asked?
22
April 15, 2026
Black Maternal Health Week: Support Her!
Black Maternal Health Week: Aptril 11-17, 2026
25
April 8, 2026
Fibroids: You Have a Part to Play
In this episode of Black Women's Health Podcast, Dr. Rahmanm gets"real" with Black Women regarding expectations and answers to questions about fibroids.
21
April 1, 2026
Ulipristal: Was It Too Good or That Bad?
In this episode of Black Women’s Health podcast, Dr Rahman talks about the drug, Ulipristal. With this drug, it felt like we might have something different.- Not just another way to manage symptoms.- Not just another pathway to surgery.But a way to: - treat women earlier- reduce the need for surgery- give women more optionsHear the story.
19
March 25, 2026
Am I Invisible?
In this episode of Black Woman’s Health, Dr. Rahman shines the light on the plight of women experiencing symptomatic fibroids and talks directly to her- asking for her involvement to help to lead to change.
You are not alone. Share your experience: Fibroid Survey
You are not alone. Share your experience: Fibroid Survey
11
March 18, 2026
He Acted. Why Do Women With Fibroids Wait?
Mr. Javant Benton took control of his health - early and intentionally.
So why are women with fibroids so often told to wait?
In this episode of Black Women's Health podcast, Dr, Rahman explores what this transformation reveals about how we approach women's health and whether there's room to think differently.
So why are women with fibroids so often told to wait?
In this episode of Black Women's Health podcast, Dr, Rahman explores what this transformation reveals about how we approach women's health and whether there's room to think differently.
17
March 11, 2026
The Fibroid Drug That Almost Changed Everything
In this episode of Black Women's Health Podcast, Dr Rahman talks about an almost medical breakthrough for women with fibroid tumor and what it means for women today.
Share your fibroid experience: Fibroids2026
Share your fibroid experience: Fibroids2026
15
March 4, 2026
Actress Lupita Nyong'o States She Has Fifty Fibroids
In this episode of Black Women's Health Podcast, Dr. Rahman discusses how this disclosure raises interesting questions such as what environment allowed them to form.
Irregardless, if you have fibroids - know that you are not alone. Share your fibroid experience: Fibroids2026
Irregardless, if you have fibroids - know that you are not alone. Share your fibroid experience: Fibroids2026
16
Feb. 25, 2026
Fibroids: How to Get a Proper Evaluation
In this episode of Black Women's Health Podcast, Dr.
Rahman discusses key points in getting a proper evaluation of your fibroids.
Rahman discusses key points in getting a proper evaluation of your fibroids.
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Feb. 18, 2026
Fibroids: I Don't Want to Have Surgery
In this episode of Black Women's Health podcast, Dr. Rahman discusses non-surgical options for uterine fibroids.
Often "I don't want surgery" gets said because women aren't clear on their options and are seeking more information.
Often "I don't want surgery" gets said because women aren't clear on their options and are seeking more information.
13
Feb. 11, 2026
Fibroids Causing Pain with Sex
In this episode of Black Women's Health Podcast, Dr. Rahman discusses pain with sex caused by fibroid tumors.
If sex hurts and you have fibroids- that's not weakness. That's anatomy.
Deep pain s often mechanical. But because it's private... it's dismissed.
This conversation matters.
If you have been told that you have fibroids, please share your experience by completing the following short, anonymous survey:
https://tinyurl.com/Fibroids2026
If sex hurts and you have fibroids- that's not weakness. That's anatomy.
Deep pain s often mechanical. But because it's private... it's dismissed.
This conversation matters.
If you have been told that you have fibroids, please share your experience by completing the following short, anonymous survey:
https://tinyurl.com/Fibroids2026
12
Feb. 4, 2026
Large Fibroids and You Want to Get Pregnant
In this episode of Black Women's Health Podcast, Dr. Rahman discusses both the challenges of large fibroids when contemplating pregnancy and the challenges of large fibroids during pregnancy.
11
Jan. 29, 2026
Do Fibroids Come Back?
In this episode of Black Women's Health Podcast, Dr. Rahman discusses concerns, questions and information a woman with fibroids should discuss with her gynecologist.
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Jan. 20, 2026
Large Fibroids, No Pain- Should You Be Concerned?
In this episode of Black Women's Health Podcast, Dr. Rahman talks to a group of women with large fibroids but no abnormal bleeding. The question is "Should she be concerned?"