In Sixteen Years of Endometriosis

Amy and Brittany
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Laugh, cry, and shout with us as we talk all things endometriosis! We hope our podcast will support and empower you. Our podcast has 2 types of episodes: (1) Chats between Amy and Brittany, 2 best friends that pride ourselves on sharing accurate, well-researched information in a fun, digestible way. Hang out with us while we delve into embarrassing “did-that-really-just-happen?!” endo stories and talk vulnerably about our personal growth. Some of our favorite episodes are the later ones – we really love how our knowledge, and also we, have grown over time! (2) Amy leads amazing interviews with renowned excision surgeons, subject experts, and endo advocates worldwide! Remember, the info presented here is educational info only and NOT medical advice.

  1. 171. Believe Patients! A Conversation with Dr. Adam Duke

    May 13

    171. Believe Patients! A Conversation with Dr. Adam Duke

    Amy speaks with Dr. Adam Duke about: —what endometriosis care would look like of he could rewrite the guidelines for care —what it was like to open his own excision practice in a more rural part of the United States —the importance of endometriosis advocacy in improving patient care 🎤WHO IS Dr. Adam Duke?🎤 Dr. Adam Duke is an endometriosis excision surgeon who is nationally recognized for his excellent endometriosis care. He considers himself as much of an endometriosis advocate and ally as an endometriosis surgeon. ☀️CONNECT WITH AMY☀️ Instagram @in16yearsofendo Website: www.insixteenyears.com Like my show? Please rate it or leave a review! Support me by buying me a coffee: https://ko-fi.com/insixteenyears ⚠️DISCLAIMER⚠️ The information on my platforms is educational information only and not medical advice. Always check with your qualified medical professional before making any changes to your treatment plan. Keep in mind that while I strive to share evidenced-based information, this doesn’t always mean that my information is accurate or complete. Read my full disclaimer here: https://insixteenyears.com/disclaimer/

    58 min

  2. May 6

    170. It’s All In Your Body with Health Psychologist Dr. Sula Windgassen

    Amy speaks with Dr Sula Windgassen about her new book called “It’s All in Your Body: A Practical Roadmap to Healing Through Mind Body Connection”. We talk about: —an overview of the mind-body connection and why it can be hard to embrace after years of medical gaslighting and being told “it’s all in our head” —how stress affects the bladder —the difference between safety behaviors and necessary behaviors 🎤WHO IS Dr Sula Windgassen?🎤 Dr Sula Windgassen PhD MSc is a health psychologist who has dedicated her career to understanding the powerful intersection between physical and mental health. Dr Sula is the director of Mind Body Blossom, a clinical health psychology practice delivering therapy for people experiencing burnout, trauma and chronic health issues. She’s an internationally recognised researcher with over 30 published academic papers, and she has amazingly informative content both on her instagram and her newsletter. She’s now published a new book called “It’s All in Your Body: A Practical Roadmap to Healing Through Mind Body Connection”.  ☀️CONNECT WITH Dr Sula☀️ Instagram @The_health_psychologist ☀️CONNECT WITH AMY☀️ Instagram @in16yearsofendo Website: www.insixteenyears.com Like my show? Please rate it or leave a review! Support me by buying me a coffee: https://ko-fi.com/insixteenyears ⚠️DISCLAIMER⚠️ The information on my platforms is educational information only and not medical advice. Always check with your qualified medical professional before making any changes to your treatment plan. Keep in mind that while I strive to share evidenced-based information, this doesn’t always mean that my information is accurate or complete. Read my full disclaimer here: https://insixteenyears.com/disclaimer/

    52 min
  3. 169. Managing SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth)

    Apr 21

    169. Managing SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth)

    Amy speaks with Jade Walker about SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth) —how SIBO is an umbrella term for multiple bacterial overgrowths —what causes it and why it’s a common co-condition with endometriosis —different ways of treating and managing it. 🎤WHO IS JADE WALKER?🎤 Jade Walker is a degree-qualified naturopath and educator known for her work in complex endometriosis, gut health, and hormone conditions. With eight years of clinical experience, and a personal journey with endo, Jade has a passion for uncovering overlooked drivers of chronic symptoms, particularly the intersection between the microbiome, inflammation, and hormonal dysfunction. She is the founder of the course The Endo Care Collective and online clinic EndoBiome, where she leads a team of practitioners delivering evidence-informed, microbiome-focused care for people navigating persistent and often misunderstood health issues.  ☀️CONNECT WITH JADE ☀️ Instagram @byjadewalker Websites: www.jadewalker.com.au and www.theendobiome.com ☀️CONNECT WITH AMY☀️ Instagram @in16yearsofendo Website: www.insixteenyears.com Like my show? Please rate it or leave a review! Support me by buying me a coffee: https://ko-fi.com/insixteenyears ⚠️DISCLAIMER⚠️ The information on my platforms is educational information only and not medical advice. Always check with your qualified medical professional before making any changes to your treatment plan. Keep in mind that while I strive to share evidenced-based information, this doesn’t always mean that my information is accurate or complete. Read my full disclaimer here: https://insixteenyears.com/disclaimer/

    1h 9m
  4. 168. From Harm to Hope with Social Worker Casey Berna LCSW

    Apr 15

    168. From Harm to Hope with Social Worker Casey Berna LCSW

    Amy speaks with Casey Berna about her new book “Endometriosis: From Harm to Hope”. We talk about topics discussed in her book, such as: —medical narcissism and how to navigate difficult experiences with our healthcare professionals —what the medical industry complex is and how it harms patients —the importance of identifying our needs, how to do so, and putting ourselves first. 🎤WHO IS CASEY BERNA?🎤 Casey is a social worker, endometriosis patient, published author, and highly regarded endometriosis advocate. In addition to providing professional counseling to endometriosis patients, she’s also worked with expert medical professionals, advocates, and global nonprofits in the endometriosis and infertility fields to improve access to care through documentaries, conferences, protests, and now her new book, Endometriosis: From Harm to Hope.  ☀️CONNECT WITH CASEY☀️ Instagram @endosocialworker Book: Endometriosis: From Harm to Hope by Casey Berna ☀️CONNECT WITH AMY☀️ Instagram @in16yearsofendo Website: www.insixteenyears.com Like my show? Please rate it or leave a review! Support me by buying me a coffee: https://ko-fi.com/insixteenyears ⚠️DISCLAIMER⚠️ The information on my platforms is educational information only and not medical advice. Always check with your qualified medical professional before making any changes to your treatment plan. Keep in mind that while I strive to share evidenced-based information, this doesn’t always mean that my information is accurate or complete. Read my full disclaimer here: https://insixteenyears.com/disclaimer/

    47 min

  5. Apr 6

    167. Lesser Talked About Aspects of Endometriosis Surgery with Dr. Lora Liu

    Amy speaks with Dr. Lora Liu about excision surgery. She explains to us: —Tips for asking your surgeon about their multidisciplinary surgical team. —How she decides when to operate on a patient. —Some of the risks vs benefits of excision, especially bowel surgery. 🎤WHO IS DR. LORA LIU?🎤 Dr. Lora Liu is an excision surgeon who became interested in surgery as a teenager watching her father, Dr. CY Liu, operate. Dr Liu is a trainer and proctor in the use of robotic surgery. She firmly believes in multidisciplinary care. She has multidisciplinary surgical team in the OR with her and also has working relationships with multiple specialists like physiatrists, pain management specialists, and pelvic floor physical therapists to help guide patients with post surgery care. 🔗Resources🔗 Clickable links at www.insixteenyears.com/episode167 🔗Study on Low Anterior Resection Syndrome www.endonews.com/low-anterior-resection-syndrome-lars-risk-following-rectosigmoid-endometriosis-surgery  ☀️CONNECT WITH DR. LORA LIU☀️ Instagram @drliu_endometriosis_surgeon ☀️CONNECT WITH AMY☀️ Instagram @in16yearsofendo Website: www.insixteenyears.com Like my show? Please rate it or leave a review! Support me by buying me a coffee: https://ko-fi.com/insixteenyears ⚠️DISCLAIMER⚠️ The information on my platforms is educational information only and not medical advice. Always check with your qualified medical professional before making any changes to your treatment plan. Keep in mind that while I strive to share evidenced-based information, this doesn’t always mean that my information is accurate or complete. Read my full disclaimer here: https://insixteenyears.com/disclaimer/

    59 min
  6. 166. Endo Standard of Care with Judith Chavarría from Nicaragua

    11/20/2025

    166. Endo Standard of Care with Judith Chavarría from Nicaragua

    Amy speaks with Judith Chavarría about: —what her personal experience with endometriosis is —what’s helped her physically and emotionally to live better with this disease —her advice for others living with endo 🎤WHO IS JUDITH CHAVARRÍA?🎤 Judith is 38 years old and lives in Matagalpa, Nicaragua. She has been married for 6 years and has a 12-year-old daughter. She is an English teacher and enjoys sharing her knowledge to help others learn the language. In her free time, she loves watching and listening to podcasts, interviews, movies, and series focused on personal growth, as she is always looking for new ways to grow and improve both personally and professionally. ☀️CONNECT WITH AMY☀️ Instagram @in16yearsofendo Website: www.insixteenyears.com Like my show? Please rate it or leave a review! Support me by buying me a coffee: https://ko-fi.com/insixteenyears  ⚠️DISCLAIMER⚠️ The information on my platforms is educational information only and not medical advice. Always check with your qualified medical professional before making any changes to your treatment plan. Keep in mind that while I strive to share evidenced-based information, this doesn’t always mean that my information is accurate or complete. Read my full disclaimer here: https://insixteenyears.com/disclaimer/

    23 min
  7. 165. Amy’s Book: Finding Peace with a Devastating Disease. Chapter 67

    11/04/2025

    165. Amy’s Book: Finding Peace with a Devastating Disease. Chapter 67

    Listen to a chapter from Amy’s audiobook: 📖Chapter 67: “No Matter What Happens, I Will Be Okay” Amy’s book is available as a paperbook, e-book, and audiobook. See where to find it here: https://insixteenyears.com/where-to-find-my-book/ ☀️CONNECT WITH AMY☀️ Instagram @in16yearsofendo Website: www.insixteenyears.com Like my show? Please rate it or leave a review! Support me by buying me a coffee: https://ko-fi.com/insixteenyears

    11 min
  8. 164. Tips for Traveling Abroad for Excision Surgery

    10/22/2025

    164. Tips for Traveling Abroad for Excision Surgery

    Amy speaks to Orla O’Connor from Ireland and Jennifer Todd from Canada about traveling abroad for excision surgery. They share about: —what they think is most important to keep in mind when going to another country to medical care —their process for choosing a surgeon —logistics such as post op care and flying home after the surgery 🎤WHO IS ORLA AND JEN?🎤 Orla O’Connor is a fourth-year BSc Public Health Sciences student who runs a WhatsApp peer-support group that helps patients understand their options and feel less alone. Drawing on public-health training and lived community experience, Orla focuses on evidence-based information, practical checklists, and patient advocacy—especially for those considering diagnostic evaluation or surgery abroad. She signposts trusted clinical guidelines and Irish health-system pathways, helps members prepare referrals and reimbursement paperwork under the Cross-Border Directive, and promotes informed, shared decision-making with qualified specialists. Jennifer Todd is a mom, wife and Registered Nurse navigating life post endometriosis excision, hysterectomy, oophrectomy and bowel resection for stage 4 deep infiltrating endometriosis and severe adenomysosis. She has had two surgeries, one in Canada with an excision specialist and one in Mexico with an excision specialist and General surgeon. Traveling for surgery was intimidating but well worth it. Jennifer strongly believes patients are their own best advocates and hopes to encourage patients to trust themselves and push for the help they deserve.  ☀️CONNECT WITH ORLA☀️ Instagram Orla @orlacorkendowarrior  ☀️CONNECT WITH AMY☀️ Instagram @in16yearsofendo Website: www.insixteenyears.com Like my show? Please rate it or leave a review! Support me by buying me a coffee: https://ko-fi.com/insixteenyears  ⚠️DISCLAIMER⚠️ The information on my platforms is educational information only and not medical advice. Always check with your qualified medical professional before making any changes to your treatment plan. Keep in mind that while I strive to share evidenced-based information, this doesn’t always mean that my information is accurate or complete. Read my full disclaimer here: https://insixteenyears.com/disclaimer/

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Laugh, cry, and shout with us as we talk all things endometriosis! We hope our podcast will support and empower you. Our podcast has 2 types of episodes: (1) Chats between Amy and Brittany, 2 best friends that pride ourselves on sharing accurate, well-researched information in a fun, digestible way. Hang out with us while we delve into embarrassing “did-that-really-just-happen?!” endo stories and talk vulnerably about our personal growth. Some of our favorite episodes are the later ones – we really love how our knowledge, and also we, have grown over time! (2) Amy leads amazing interviews with renowned excision surgeons, subject experts, and endo advocates worldwide! Remember, the info presented here is educational info only and NOT medical advice.

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