Beyond The Paper Gown Podcast

Mitzi Krockover, MD
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Candid. Credible. Curated. Listen in to learn how Beyond the Paper Gown, your women's health podcast, hosted by Mitzi Krockover, MD can inspire, empower, and inform women with the latest information about their health and healthcare choices. Join us in each episode to take a look beyond the health care system with doctors, scientists, clinicians, and policymakers.

  1. My Vote. Our Health. | Bridging the Care Divide: MentalHealth, Telehealth, Rural Access and CMS Reimbursement

    1d ago

    My Vote. Our Health. | Bridging the Care Divide: MentalHealth, Telehealth, Rural Access and CMS Reimbursement

    Women's health is shaped by more than clinical care—it is influenced by policy decisions that affect access, coverage, funding, reimbursement and insurance coverage, and research. In this special recast from the My Vote. Our Health. webinar series, Beyond the Paper Gown is proud to partner with Women's Health Advocates, Community Catalyst, and the National Menopause Foundation to bring this important conversation to listeners. Leading experts in medicine, mental health, advocacy, healthcare policy, and technology examine the barriers women face in accessing care. The discussion explores mental health parity, telehealth, rural healthcare access, maternal health disparities, reimbursement inequities, and the growing role of artificial intelligence in healthcare. From provider shortages and healthcare deserts to insurance coverage and payment policies, the panel highlights how systemic challenges impact women's health across the lifespan—and what can be done to create meaningful change. Featuring Dr. Jocelyn Fitzgerald, Dr. Nadia Johnson, Geovannie Gone, Vanessa Joy Walker, Lori Evans Bernstein, Linda Goler Blount, and Liz Powell. This episode is the first of five of the My Vote. Our Health. series, which explores how policy decisions shape women's health and why advocacy, civic engagement, and informed voting are critical to advancing better health outcomes for women. Because when it comes to women's health, policy matters—and every informed voice has the power to make a difference. Please visit Beyond the Paper Gown (https://www.beyondthepapergown.com/podcasts) to join our community and to learn more about achieving your optimal health. SHOW NOTES: Mitzi Krockover, Founder and CEO, Woman Centered, LLC and Host of Beyond the Paper Gown Women’s Health Advocates Surgical Parity Project  Community Catalyst  National Menopause Foundation

    57 min
  2. Ovarian Cancer, The Signs Are There. So Why Are We Missing Them?

    Apr 14

    Ovarian Cancer, The Signs Are There. So Why Are We Missing Them?

    Ovarian cancer is often called a “silent disease”—but is it really, or are we just missing the signs? In this episode of Beyond the Paper Gown, Mitzi Krockover, MD sits down with Robin Cohen, RN, Chair of the World Ovarian Cancer Coalition and CEO & Co-Founder of the Sandy Rollman Ovarian Cancer Foundation, to unpack what every woman needs to know. From risk factors and prevention to the realities of late-stage diagnosis, global gaps in care, and promising new treatments, this conversation sheds light on a disease that impacts more women than many realize. It’s a powerful discussion on awareness, advocacy, and why speaking up—about symptoms, research, and access—can save lives. Please visit Beyond the Paper Gown (https://www.beyondthepapergown.com/podcasts) to join our community and to learn more about achieving your optimal health. SHOW NOTES: Mitzi Krockover, Founder and CEO, Woman Centered, LLC and Host of Beyond the Paper Gown https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitzikrockover/  Robin Cohen, Board Chair, World Ovarian Cancer Coalition, CEO and Co-Founder, Sandy Rollman Ovarian Cancer Foundation Sandy Rollman Ovarian Cancer Foundation World Ovarian Cancer Coalition ClinicalTrials.gov

    35 min
  3. Hype vs. Help: How to Decode Supplements for Midlife Women

    Mar 20

    Hype vs. Help: How to Decode Supplements for Midlife Women

    Standing in the supplement aisle and wondering what actually works? In this episode of Beyond the Paper Gown, Dr. Mitzi Krockover is joined by neuroscientist Dr. Shikha Snigdha, Senior Director of Scientific Affairs at OLLY, who brings more than 16 years of experience in neuropharmacology, clinical research, and translating complex science into practical women’s health solutions. Together, they break down the science behind nutraceuticals and supplements for women in perimenopause and menopause. They discuss how to tell evidence-based products from marketing hype, why clinical trials matter—even for over-the-counter supplements—and how to read labels with a more critical eye. The conversation also puts supplements in context, highlighting the essential role of lifestyle pillars like exercise, sleep, nutrition, gut health, and social connection. This episode is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider about your personal health decisions. Please visit Beyond the Paper Gown (https://www.beyondthepapergown.com/podcasts) to join our community and to learn more about achieving your optimal health. SHOW NOTES: Mitzi Krockover, Founder and CEO, Woman Centered, LLC and Host of Beyond the Paper Gown https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitzikrockover/ Shikha Snigdha, PhD & Senior Director of Scientific Affairs, OLLY OLLY PubMed National Institutes of Health (NIH) U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — Dietary Supplements Federal Trade Commission (FTC)

    36 min
  4. Women’s Health Innovation Isn’t Niche — This Report Proves It

    Feb 27

    Women’s Health Innovation Isn’t Niche — This Report Proves It

    Why does women’s health still struggle to get the attention and investment it deserves—despite affecting half the population? In this episode of Beyond the Paper Gown, Dr. Mitzi Krockover is joined by Anna Jeter, co-founder and Chief Regulatory Officer of AOA Dx, for a conversation that challenges how we think about progress in women’s health. Anna shares the story behind her work on early detection for ovarian cancer—and why it takes far too long for many women to get answers. She also explains the findings of her new report, Women’s Health Exits, which looks at what has actually happened when women’s health innovations succeed and grow. This episode goes beyond money. It’s about why these moments matter for patients—because they often determine whether a promising idea stays limited or becomes care that’s widely available. When women’s health innovations scale, they reach more clinicians, shorten delays in diagnosis, and improve outcomes in ways women can feel in their everyday lives. For listeners interested in the bigger picture, the conversation also offers a clear, data-driven look at how women’s health companies grow, why that growth has been misunderstood, and how changing the narrative can unlock faster progress. Whether you’re a patient, clinician, founder, investor, or advocate, this episode reframes women’s health as what it truly is: essential, overdue—and full of opportunity to improve lives. Please visit Beyond the Paper Gown (https://www.beyondthepapergown.com/podcasts) to join our community and to learn more about achieving your optimal health. SHOW NOTES: Mitzi Krockover, Founder and CEO, Woman Centered, LLC and Host of Beyond the Paper Gown https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitzikrockover/ Anna Jeter, co-founder and Chief Regulatory Officer, AOA Dx AOA Dx Women’s Health Exits Report University of Washington Ovarian Symptom Index

    32 min
  5. From Idea to Impact: Building Women-Centered Health Apps

    Jan 18 ·  Bonus

    From Idea to Impact: Building Women-Centered Health Apps

    How do you turn a women’s health problem into a real, usable digital product? In this bonus mini-episode of Beyond the Paper Gown, Dr. Mitzi Krockover is joined again by Josefina Ruiz, Head of Growth at Light it, for a behind-the-scenes conversation designed for founders, innovators, and anyone thinking about building in femtech or digital health. Josefina breaks down what founders often get wrong—from skipping product discovery to misusing AI—and explains why trust, community, and compliance matter just as much as code. She shares practical guidance on MVPs, feedback loops, technical co-founders, and building responsibly in healthcare. 🎧 Be sure to catch the main episode for the full discussion on women’s health apps, femtech innovation, data privacy, and patient experience. Please visit Beyond the Paper Gown (https://www.beyondthepapergown.com/podcasts) to join our community and to learn more about achieving your optimal health. SHOW NOTES: Mitzi Krockover, Founder and CEO, Woman Centered, LLC and Host of Beyond the Paper Gown https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitzikrockover/ Josefina Ruiz, Head of Growth at Light-it Light-it Mavida Health Digital Health Insider Newsletter

    21 min
  6. How Women's Health Apps Come To Life - And How To Choose One

    Jan 18

    How Women's Health Apps Come To Life - And How To Choose One

    What makes a digital health app truly trustworthy—and who decides? In this episode of Beyond the Paper Gown, Dr. Mitzi Krockover speaks with Josefina Ruiz, Head of Growth at Light it, a global healthcare product agency building femtech and mental health platforms. Together, they explore what separates meaningful women’s health technology from “just another app”—from evidence-based design and patient experience to privacy, AI, and data security. Josefina also shares her personal journey of discovering she carries the BRCA2 genetic mutation, and how that experience reshaped her perspective on healthcare, advocacy, and the importance of empathy and community in digital health tools. 🎧 Plus: Don’t miss the bonus mini-episode where Josefina shares practical advice for founders building women’s health and digital health products. Please visit Beyond the Paper Gown (https://www.beyondthepapergown.com/podcasts) to join our community and to learn more about achieving your optimal health. SHOW NOTES: Mitzi Krockover, Founder and CEO, Woman Centered, LLC and Host of Beyond the Paper Gown https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitzikrockover/ Josefina Ruiz, Head of Growth at Light-it Light-it Seven Starling Mavida Health Cerula Care  Unease Health  Puppeteer

    42 min
  7. Midlife Metabolism Reset: Nutrition Secrets for Women 40+

    11/26/2025

    Midlife Metabolism Reset: Nutrition Secrets for Women 40+

    How can women over 40 eat for energy, longevity, and a healthier, saner relationship with weight? On Beyond the Paper Gown, Ro Huntriss—award-winning registered dietitian and Chief Nutrition Officer at Simple—breaks down how midlife shifts like estrogen decline and insulin resistance change the way our bodies respond to food, and what we can do to feel better. Ro shares an evidence-based roadmap: how much protein we really need, how to pair foods to steady blood sugar, why fiber and healthy fats matter, and how to approach time-restricted eating in a sustainable way. We also cover which labs to ask for (A1C, lipids, vitamin D/B12/iron) and when glucose monitoring is actually useful. You’ll hear her balanced take on GLP-1 medications, phytoestrogens like soy and flax, and the role of calcium and vitamin D in bone health. Plus: stress, sleep, and strength-training strategies to support cognition and cardiometabolic health—along with simple, doable swaps you can start this week. Visit Beyond the Paper Gown to join our community and to learn more about achieving your optimal health. SHOW NOTES: Mitzi Krockover, Founder and CEO, Woman Centered, LLC and Host of Beyond the Paper Gown Ro Huntriss, Chief Nutrition Officer, Simple Simple

    57 min
  8. Women’s Health Advocates: Congressional Briefing on Menopause

    11/03/2025

    Women’s Health Advocates: Congressional Briefing on Menopause

    Menopause isn’t a niche issue—it’s a national one. In this special Beyond the Paper Gown episode, Beyond the Paper Gown brings you a recent congressional briefing, moderated by Dr. Mitzi Krockover, and  featuring lawmakers and experts, Rep. Julia Brownley, Asm. Linda Rosenthal, Dr. Jayne Morgan, Jannine Versi, and Claire Gill to unpack the real health risks, the economic and workplace impact, and the policy solutions women need now—from insurance coverage and provider education to research funding and employer benefits. Clear, candid, and actionable, this conversation outlines how smarter policy can improve care and strengthen our workforce.  Please visit Beyond the Paper Gown (https://www.beyondthepapergown.com/podcasts) to join our community and to learn more about achieving your optimal health. SHOW NOTES: Mitzi Krockover, Founder and CEO, Woman Centered, LLC and Host of Beyond the Paper Gown https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitzikrockover/ Jayne Morgan, M.D., Vice President of Medical Affairs for Hello Heart Jannine Versi, MBA – Co-Founder and CEO of Elektra Health Claire Gill – Founder and President of the National Menopause Foundation Women’s Health Advocates U.S. Congress Legislation Tracker Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation The Menopause Society

    59 min
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Candid. Credible. Curated. Listen in to learn how Beyond the Paper Gown, your women's health podcast, hosted by Mitzi Krockover, MD can inspire, empower, and inform women with the latest information about their health and healthcare choices. Join us in each episode to take a look beyond the health care system with doctors, scientists, clinicians, and policymakers.

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  • Creator
    Mitzi Krockover, MD
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    122
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    © 2022-2025 Beyond the Paper Gown, a production of Woman Centered, LLC 336002
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