Our Voices, Our Future

Meghan Etsey, Rhea Manohar, Meenu Immaneni, and Laura Uricoechea
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Our Future, Our Voices is the podcast where we amplify the changemakers shaping a more equitable future in medicine and beyond. Presented by the Gender Equity Task Force of the American Medical Women’s Association, this series challenges outdated norms, breaks down barriers, and sparks critical conversations on inclusion and justice. Hosted by Meghan Etsey, Meenu Immaneni, Laura Uricoechea and Rhea Manohar, each episode features candid discussions with leaders, advocates, and trailblazers who are pushing the boundaries of equity. No more silence. No more waiting. It’s time to reclaim our future—one voice at a time. Subscribe now and be part of the movement!

  1. Student Doctor and Generational Dreamer

    5D AGO

    Student Doctor and Generational Dreamer

    In this episode of Our Voices, Our Future, we sit down with Sehaj Pahwa, a fourth-year medical student at St. George’s University and member of the Gender Equity Task Force through the American Medical Women’s Association, to explore how generational sacrifice, gender expectations, and financial barriers shape who gets to pursue medicine, and who doesn’t. During this episode we talk about the emotional weight of fulfilling a dream her mother was not allowed to pursue, the motivation and pressure that come with generational progress, and the persistent inequities women still face in medical education and leadership. Sehaj shares reflections on resilience, representation, women’s health advocacy, and what it means to create new possibilities for the next generation. You can find more information about the work AMWA’s Advocacy Committee has done and how to join their efforts here: https://www.amwa-doc.org/our-work/advocacy/ You can find more information about AMWA’s Gender Equity Task Force here: https://www.amwa-doc.org/our-work/initiatives/gender-equity-task-force/ If you are interested in joining the group, reach out to getf@amwa-doc.org If you are interested in learning more about the podcast or being featured on an upcoming episode, reach out to our team at getf@amwa-doc.org If you are interested in joining the incredible network of women in medicine - join AMWA today at https://www.amwa-doc.org/ Thank you for tuning in to Our Voices, Our Future, we will see you next time!

    19 min
  2. Doctor and Community Advocate

    MAY 1

    Doctor and Community Advocate

    In this episode of Our Voices, Our Future, we’re joined by Dr. Rafia Qutab, a board-certified family medicine physician, founder of Rutland Family Health Center in rural Massachusetts, and a nationally recognized advocate for international medical graduates (IMGs) and women physicians. Dr. Qutab shares her journey from medical training in Pakistan to building a thriving primary care practice in the United States. She reflects on the professional and personal challenges of navigating the U.S. medical system as an IMG and her decision to serve a rural community. We also explore the common challenges IMGs face when transitioning to practice in the U.S., and the importance of mentorship and advocacy in providing the support needed to help them thrive as they build new lives abroad. To learn more about Dr. Qutab, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/raffia.qutab https://www.linkedin.com/in/raffia-qutab-md-34a13661/

    47 min
  3. Student Doctor and Global Health Advocate

    APR 24

    Student Doctor and Global Health Advocate

    In this episode of Our Voices, Our Future, we welcome Alexis Thompson, a fourth-year medical student at Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine and Board President of the Wombs of the World Foundation. Alexis shares her journey into global maternal health, the experiences that shaped her passion for birth justice, and the work she leads to advance equitable, community-centered care for women and birthing people around the world. During this episode we talk about the mission and unique approach of Wombs of the World, the importance of culturally responsive and community-led maternal care, and how integrating traditional knowledge can transform outcomes in underserved communities. Alexis also reflects on ethical global health practices, balancing leadership with medical training, and actionable ways clinicians and advocates can uplift birthworkers and ancestral wisdom in their own work. To learn more about Wombs of the World Foundation, visit their website at https://www.wotwfoundation.org/ You can also reach out to Alexis Thompson via email at alexis@wotwfoundation.org You can find more information about the work AMWA’s Advocacy Committee has done and how to join their efforts here: https://www.amwa-doc.org/our-work/advocacy/ You can find more information about AMWA’s Gender Equity Task Force here: https://www.amwa-doc.org/our-work/initiatives/gender-equity-task-force/ If you are interested in joining the group, reach out to getf@amwa-doc.org If you are interested in learning more about the podcast or being featured on an upcoming episode, reach out to our team at getf@amwa-doc.org If you are interested in joining the incredible network of women in medicine - join AMWA today at https://www.amwa-doc.org/ Thank you for tuning in to Our Voices, Our Future, we will see you next time!

    40 min
  4. Doctor and DO Advocate

    APR 17

    Doctor and DO Advocate

    In this episode of Our Voices, Our Future, we welcome Dr. Taylor Bachert, an osteopathic family medicine physician practicing near Indianapolis, Indiana, and a national leader within organized osteopathic medicine. During this episode, we talk about Dr. Bachert’s path into osteopathic medicine, what distinguishes DO training from allopathic education, and how osteopathic principles shape whole-person, patient-centered care. We also explore persistent stigma surrounding DO training, the value of primary care and continuity in a rapidly changing healthcare system, and how osteopathic physicians are uniquely positioned to advocate for both patients and the profession. Dr. Bachert shares practical advice for students and trainees navigating bias, career uncertainty, and burnout. To learn more about Dr. Bachert, you can find her on social media: Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/taybachdo TikTok: taybachdo Instagram: taybachdo You can also reach out to Dr. Bachert via email: taybachdo@gmail.com You can find more information about the work AMWA’s Advocacy Committee has done and how to join their efforts here: https://www.amwa-doc.org/our-work/advocacy/ You can find more information about AMWA’s Gender Equity Task Force here: https://www.amwa-doc.org/our-work/initiatives/gender-equity-task-force/ If you are interested in joining the group, reach out to getf@amwa-doc.org If you are interested in learning more about the podcast or being featured on an upcoming episode, reach out to our team at getf@amwa-doc.org If you are interested in joining the incredible network of women in medicine - join AMWA today at https://www.amwa-doc.org/ Thank you for tuning in to Our Voices, Our Future, we will see you next time!

    21 min
  5. Finance Strategist and Wealth Educator

    APR 10

    Finance Strategist and Wealth Educator

    In this episode of Our Voices, Our Future, we welcome Destiny Dalion, finance professional, creator, and founder of The Wealth Exchange, for an honest conversation about money, ambition, and what it means to be the first in your family to build wealth. During this episode, we talk about first generation wealth building, financial guilt and family expectations, setting boundaries without losing your values, redefining generosity, and the importance of lifestyle clarity for ambitious women navigating success. Destiny breaks down how women can grow financially without shrinking themselves emotionally and why defining enough is a powerful act of self determination. To learn more about Destiny and her work, you can visit the following links: The Wealth Exchange: www.thewealthexchange.co Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/destinydalion You can also reach out to Destiny via email: destiny@thewealthexchange.co You can find more information about the work AMWA’s Advocacy Committee has done and how to join their efforts here: https://www.amwa-doc.org/our-work/advocacy/ You can find more information about AMWA’s Gender Equity Task Force here: https://www.amwa-doc.org/our-work/initiatives/gender-equity-task-force/ If you are interested in joining the group, reach out to getf@amwa-doc.org If you are interested in learning more about the podcast or being featured on an upcoming episode, reach out to our team at getf@amwa-doc.org If you are interested in joining the incredible network of women in medicine - join AMWA today at https://www.amwa-doc.org/ Thank you for tuning in to Our Voices, Our Future, we will see you next time!

    25 min
  6. Doctor and Digital Advocacy Changemaker

    APR 3

    Doctor and Digital Advocacy Changemaker

    In this episode of Our Voices, Our Future, we sit down with Dr. Bathsheba Wariso, OBGYN, educator, and reproductive health advocate, whose work bridges clinical care, public health, and community empowerment. Dr. Wariso shares her journey into patient advocacy, the experiences that shaped her passion for women’s health education, and the innovative ways she is transforming fibroid and fertility care through culturally competent, patient-centered approaches. During this episode we talk about the gaps in patient education around fibroids and fertility, the systemic and cultural barriers that fuel inequities in women’s health, and the emotional dimensions of reproductive care that too often go unaddressed. Dr. Wariso discusses how clinicians can empower patients through clear communication, digital education, and compassionate advocacy. She also offers actionable advice for both patients navigating their health journeys and healthcare professionals committed to delivering more equitable, informed, and empathetic care. To learn more about Dr. Bathsheba Wariso and her work, visit doctorshebamd.com and connect with her on TikTok and Instagram at @doctorshebamd, where she shares accessible, empowering reproductive health education. You can also explore her programs through Doctor Sheba’s Fibroids & Fertility Coaching for personalized guidance on fibroid care and fertility planning. You can also reach out to Dr. Wariso via email: doctorshebabookings@gmail.com You can find more information about the work AMWA’s Advocacy Committee has done and how to join their efforts here: https://www.amwa-doc.org/our-work/advocacy/ You can find more information about AMWA’s Gender Equity Task Force here: https://www.amwa-doc.org/our-work/initiatives/gender-equity-task-force/ If you are interested in joining the group, reach out to getf@amwa-doc.org If you are interested in learning more about the podcast or being featured on an upcoming episode, reach out to our team at getf@amwa-doc.org If you are interested in joining the incredible network of women in medicine - join AMWA today at https://www.amwa-doc.org/ Thank you for tuning in to Our Voices, Our Future, we will see you next time!

    25 min
  7. Doctor and Balance Champion

    MAR 27

    Doctor and Balance Champion

    In this episode of Our Voices, Our Future, we sit down with Dr. Erin Hurley—a retired physician, Certified Productivity and Wellbeing Coach, and founder of Transformational Doc. Dr. Hurley shares her journey from clinical practice to coaching, opening up about the experiences that shaped her career, the realities of burnout, and her mission to help physicians reclaim balance, purpose, and joy in their lives. Her story sheds light on what it means to redefine success in medicine with humanity, intention, and self-compassion. During this episode we talk about the evolution of Dr. Hurley’s path from medicine to wellbeing advocacy, the impact of trauma on both patients and healthcare providers, and the often-unspoken complexities of navigating medicine while parenting. We explore the emotional and systemic drivers of burnout, the mindset shifts that promote resilience and healing, and the tools she offers to help clinicians cultivate sustainable careers. Dr. Hurley also shares powerful advice for current and future physicians seeking clarity, balance, and fulfillment in their personal and professional lives. To learn more about Dr. Erin Hurley and her work, you can connect with her across platforms dedicated to transformative physician leadership and well-being. Find her on LinkedIn at Erin Hurley, MD and explore her insights at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-hurley-md-transformationaldoc/ Follow her on Instagram at @erinhurleymd: https://www.instagram.com/erinhurleymd/ Visit her website for resources, programs, and upcoming offerings: https://erinhurleymd.com You can also reach out to Dr. Hurley via email: erin@transformationaldoc.com You can find more information about the work AMWA’s Advocacy Committee has done and how to join their efforts here: https://www.amwa-doc.org/our-work/advocacy/ You can find more information about AMWA’s Gender Equity Task Force here: https://www.amwa-doc.org/our-work/initiatives/gender-equity-task-force/ If you are interested in joining the group, reach out to getf@amwa-doc.org If you are interested in learning more about the podcast or being featured on an upcoming episode, reach out to our team at getf@amwa-doc.org If you are interested in joining the incredible network of women in medicine - join AMWA today at https://www.amwa-doc.org/ Thank you for tuning in to Our Voices, Our Future, we will see you next time!

    27 min
  8. Mother and System Fixer

    MAR 20

    Mother and System Fixer

    In this episode of Our Voices, Our Future, we sit down with Stephanie Fornaro, founder of Hello Nanny!, to unpack the structural realities of motherhood that too often remain invisible, yet deeply shape mental health, careers, and family stability. During this episode, we talk about postpartum depression as a systemic outcome, not a personal shortcoming; the overlooked numbers behind caregiving, unpaid labor, and burnout; and how inadequate childcare reverberates far beyond individual households. Stephanie reframes care as economic and public health infrastructure, challenging long-standing narratives that position support as indulgence rather than necessity. We also discuss practical interventions, policy implications, and the mindset shifts needed to move caregiving equity from private struggle to collective responsibility. To learn more about Stephanie and Hello Nanny!, you can visit her website: www.hellonanny.com You can also reach out to Stephanie via email: stephanie@hellonanny.com You can find more information about the work AMWA’s Advocacy Committee has done and how to join their efforts here: https://www.amwa-doc.org/our-work/advocacy/ You can find more information about AMWA’s Gender Equity Task Force here: https://www.amwa-doc.org/our-work/initiatives/gender-equity-task-force/ If you are interested in joining the group, reach out to getf@amwa-doc.org If you are interested in learning more about the podcast or being featured on an upcoming episode, reach out to our team at getf@amwa-doc.org If you are interested in joining the incredible network of women in medicine - join AMWA today at https://www.amwa-doc.org/ Thank you for tuning in to Our Voices, Our Future, we will see you next time!

    20 min
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Our Future, Our Voices is the podcast where we amplify the changemakers shaping a more equitable future in medicine and beyond. Presented by the Gender Equity Task Force of the American Medical Women’s Association, this series challenges outdated norms, breaks down barriers, and sparks critical conversations on inclusion and justice. Hosted by Meghan Etsey, Meenu Immaneni, Laura Uricoechea and Rhea Manohar, each episode features candid discussions with leaders, advocates, and trailblazers who are pushing the boundaries of equity. No more silence. No more waiting. It’s time to reclaim our future—one voice at a time. Subscribe now and be part of the movement!

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  • Creator
    Meghan Etsey, Rhea Manohar, Meenu Immaneni, and Laura Uricoechea
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    63
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    Our Voices, Our Future