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Dr. Somi Javaid

Welcome to The disruptHER, where power, purpose, and progress collide. I'm Dr. Somi Javaid, and this is where we amplify the voices creating real change for women

  1. FEB 9

    What No One Tells Women About Painful Sex, Orgasm Issues, & Low Libido

    If you’re dealing with pain during sex, low desire, or trouble orgasming, this video will show you why (and what you can actually do about it). I see women every day dealing with these issues, along with infections, and being told it’s normal or something they just have to live with. It’s not. In this video, as a board-certified OB-GYN and sexual health expert, I walk you through how sexual issues really develop, especially during perimenopause and menopause, and why so many symptoms start years before women are warned. You’ll learn what your body is trying to tell you, what a proper evaluation should include, and what doctors miss when they tell you, “This is normal.” I also share treatment options and pleasure tools that can help you restore comfort, desire, and confidence without feeling ashamed. If you want clarity about your body, real answers, and to feel more in control of your sexual health, this episode of the DisruptHer podcast is for you. You deserve solutions. You deserve real care. And you deserve to feel good in your body. Dr Somi Javaid's Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/somi-javaid https://www.drsomi.com/ Personalized menopause and sexual health care, longer visits, trusted experts, all from home: https://www.HerMD.com

    32 min

  2. JAN 27

    Weight Is Biology, Not Willpower: The Truth About Ozempic, GLP-1s and Women's Health

    Dr. Alexandra Sowa is a board-certified internal medicine physician who has specialized exclusively in obesity medicine for over 10 years. She is the author of The Ozempic Revolution and a leading voice challenging weight stigma and misinformation around GLP-1 medications. Today, Dr. Sowa joins me to break down what GLP-1 medications actually are, how they work in the body, and the real cause of obesity (it’s not about willpower). We dive into the deep harm caused by weight bias in medicine, including personal stories from Dr. Sowa’s experience as a pregnant physician and how those moments shaped the way she now cares for patients. Dr. Sowa explains what people truly need to succeed on GLP-1s, and the truth about common fears like “Ozempic face,” loose skin, and rapid weight loss. She shares clear, practical guidance on how to lose weight safely, preserve muscle health, and avoid shame. Our conversation covers why people experience grief, identity shifts, or resurfaced trauma after losing weight, and how to deal with these emotions. We also talk about food obsession and overcoming the mental burden of constant food tracking and planning. Join us today as we dive into GLP-1s, women’s cardiovascular health, the mental load of dieting, how to heal your relationship with the scale, why weight is not a moral failure, and how to get the support your body needs. Dr. Alexandra Sowa's Links: https://www.instagram.com/alexandrasowamd/?hl=en https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandra-sowa-md-ma-50606813 https://alexandrasowamd.com/ Dr Somi Javaid's Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/somi-javaid https://www.drsomi.com/ Personalized menopause and sexual health care, longer visits, trusted experts, all from home: https://www.HerMD.com

    55 min

  3. JAN 10

    Why High-Achieving Women Feel Stuck in Midlife: How To Overcome Burnout & Reclaim Your Power w/ Christina Langdon

    Christina Langdon is a high-performance executive coach, former media executive, and author of For Success’s Sake. She advises founders, CEOs, and C-suite leaders who want clarity, impact, and sustainable success without burning themselves into the ground. In today’s episode, Christina joins me to unpack what she calls the “midlife rift.” We explore why so many successful female leaders feel depleted, disconnected, and stuck, despite checking all the boxes of success. We dive into how identity loss happens in midlife, especially for women who have spent decades becoming everything for everyone else. Christina also shares the three limiting factors that keep high performers from entering the next chapter of their success. The conversation covers why executive leadership can be profoundly lonely and why losses often feel twice as loud as wins. Christina explains how she helps leaders reclaim their voice, rebuild self-worth, and separate their value from performance. You’ll learn how to preserve relationships, overcome burnout, increase your capacity, and adopt the non-negotiable habits that reshaped Christina’s life even after multiple health crises. Join us to learn how to move through the midlife rift with clarity, protect your energy, rebuild belief in yourself, and design a future that truly feels like yours. Christina Langdon's Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinalangdoncoachconsultant https://www.instagram.com/christinalangdonbosslady/ https://www.facebook.com/christinalangdonbosslady Dr Somi Javaid's Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/somi-javaid https://www.drsomi.com/ Personalized menopause and sexual health care, longer visits, trusted experts, all from home: https://www.HerMD.com

    31 min

  4. 12/30/2025

    Perimenopause & Menopause Explained: What Women Needs During Midlife w/ Dr. Sarah De La Torre

    Dr. Sarah De La Torre, MD, is a board-certified physician, nationally recognized menopause expert, founder of Lumani Wellness, and women’s health advocate. She focuses on helping women understand their hormones, metabolic health, and longevity during midlife and beyond. Today, Dr. Sarah joins me for an honest, in-depth conversation about why so many women feel exhausted, unheard, and frustrated with their health, even when they’re “doing everything right.” We discuss the subtle but powerful signs that traditional healthcare often misses, especially during perimenopause and menopause. Dr. Sarah breaks down why these symptoms are frequently dismissed or normalized, and what women should actually be paying attention to. Dr. Sarah also explains the impact of lifestyle on overall health and highlights one of the most important predictors of longevity for women. We dive into GLP-1 medications, food noise, insulin resistance, inflammation, anxiety, and how to avoid becoming “skinny fat.” Join us to learn how to navigate perimenopause and menopause with clarity, preserve your energy, and build a health plan that truly supports your body long term. Dr. Sarah De La Torre's Links: https://www.instagram.com/drsarah_menopausemd/?hl=en https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahdelatorremd Dr Somi Javaid's Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/somi-javaid https://www.drsomi.com/ Personalized menopause and sexual health care, longer visits, trusted experts, all from home: https://www.HerMD.com

    52 min

  5. 12/15/2025

    The Dangerous Lie Women Still Believe About Ovarian Cancer w/ Dr. Shieva Ghofrany

    Dr. Shieva Ghofrany is a board-certified OB-GYN, ovarian cancer survivor, and co-founder of Tribe Called V, a platform dedicated to raising women’s health knowledge and lowering anxiety through evidence-based education.   Today, Dr. Shieva joins me to talk about her journey through late-stage ovarian cancer, and the lies about ovarian cancer that have harmed women for decades and still do. Dr. Shieva explains what most women misunderstand about symptoms and what proactive care really looks like.   We dive deep into the realities women face inside the medical system and the shocking gaps in OB-GYN training around anatomy, sexual health and vestibulodynia. Dr. Shieva reveals why even seasoned doctors misdiagnose common conditions and the language in women’s health that contributes to shame rather than healing.   Our discussion covers early cancer detection through blood tests and head-to-toe MRI screening. Dr. Shieva also shares the mindset strategies that helped her survive cancer, the impact of stress and how women can approach their health from a place of empowerment instead of fear.   Join us today as we discuss ovarian cancer detection, the failures of traditional OB-GYN training, high-risk pregnancy realities and the truth about women’s anatomy. Dr. Shieva Ghofrany's Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drshievaghofrany https://www.instagram.com/drshievag/?hl=en Dr Somi Javaid's Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/somi-javaid https://www.drsomi.com/ Personalized menopause and sexual health care, longer visits, trusted experts, all from home: https://www.HerMD.com

    49 min

  6. 11/30/2025

    How to Make 2026 Your Best Year Ever: The 3-Step End-of-Year Audit w/ Christina Langdon

    Christina Langdon is a high performance coach who has spent years helping women leaders slow down, think clearly, and create success that actually feels good. She is a long time media executive, adviser to women founders, and author known for her clear, practical frameworks for succeeding without burning out.   Christina sits with me to talk about something most high achievers avoid: the pause. She shares how to audit your life, take back your time, and finally stop running on autopilot.   Christina introduces her simple three step audit for the final two weeks of the year that will help you figure out what is working, what is draining you, and what needs to change in the year 2026, if you want to grow without burning out.   We dive deep into why so many women feel stuck even when they are successful and how to overcome imposter syndrome, burnout, and the pressure to be on all the time.   We also discuss the difference between reacting from emotion and responding with intention, how to bring your dreams to reality, and one underrated action that can help you think more clearly and make better decisions.   Join us as we talk about ending 2025 with purpose, protecting your energy, dreaming bigger than you think you are allowed to, and how you can start 2026 with clarity, confidence, and momentum. Christina Langdon's Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinalangdoncoachconsultant https://www.instagram.com/christinalangdonbosslady/ https://www.facebook.com/christinalangdonbosslady Dr Somi Javaid's Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/somi-javaid https://www.drsomi.com/ Personalized menopause and sexual health care, longer visits, trusted experts, all from home: https://www.HerMD.com

    55 min

  7. 11/18/2025

    The Women’s Health Crisis No One is Talking About (The Funding Gap Doctors Stay Silent About) w/ Dr. Somi Javaid

    Dr. Somi Javaid is a board-certified OBGYN and the founder of HerMD. She is a national leader in menopause, sexual medicine, and patient-centered innovation. Her mission is to bring real solutions to women who have been dismissed, ignored, or left out of the healthcare system for decades. In today’s episode, Somi joins Allison Kaplan to break down the truth about women’s health in America. She shares the practices that still harm patients today and how to make sure you are getting the right care. Somi and Allison dive into the money behind women’s healthcare and why less than 2% of funding goes to female founders. Somi also explains how reimbursement gaps, leadership disparities, and insurance barriers keep women from the care they deserve. The conversation moves into the reality of menopause and sexual health. Somi breaks down why male sexual-health medications reach the market six times faster and why most providers still don’t know about the first FDA-approved drug for female sexual interest. You’ll understand why your doctor gets only 5-15 minutes with patients and what truly needs to change for women to receive high-quality care. Somi also shares the biggest hidden enemy today and how to advocate for your own health. Join us today to understand the future of women’s health, your menopause and sexual options, the tests you need to take to prevent diseases early, how to advocate for yourself, and how we can finally build a system that puts women first. Allison Kaplan's Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allison-kaplan-30aab73?trk=public_post_feed-actor-name Dr Somi Javaid's Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/somi-javaid https://www.drsomi.com/ Personalized menopause and sexual health care, longer visits, trusted experts, all from home: https://www.HerMD.com

    50 min

  8. 11/04/2025

    How To Fix Your Sleep Without Pills: The Truth About 40+ Women, Menopause, & Insomnia w/ Dr. Shelby Harris

    Dr. Shelby Harris is a licensed clinical psychologist, behavioral sleep medicine specialist, and author of The Women’s Guide to Overcoming Insomnia. She has spent over 20 years studying how hormonal changes, anxiety, and societal pressures intersect to rob women of rest.   In today’s episode, Dr. Shelby Harris joins me to dive deep into the science and soul of women’s sleep during menopause. We unpack why midlife insomnia is not “just stress” or “part of aging,” and why the body’s repair systems depend on sleep as a foundational vital sign.   Dr. Harris explains what CBTI is, why Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBTI) should be the first line of treatment for sleep problems instead of pills, and the right way to use CBTI to restore your rest and resilience.   Dr. Harris debunks harmful medical myths about sleep aids and reveals what doctors still miss about women’s sleep apnea.   You’ll learn how to break “sleep threat conditioning,” track true sleep quality, and create cooling, tech free sleep environments that actually work. You will finally reclaim restorative sleep during perimenopause and beyond.   Join us for a conversation that helps you finally understand what your body needs to sleep deeply, feel restored, and wake up with real energy again. Dr. Shelby Harris's Links: https://www.instagram.com/sleepdocshelby/?hl=en https://www.drshelbyharris.com/ Dr Somi Javaid's Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/somi-javaid https://www.drsomi.com/ Personalized menopause and sexual health care, longer visits, trusted experts, all from home: https://www.HerMD.com

    44 min
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Welcome to The disruptHER, where power, purpose, and progress collide. I'm Dr. Somi Javaid, and this is where we amplify the voices creating real change for women

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  • Creator
    Dr. Somi Javaid
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    23
  • Rating
    Explicit
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  • Show Website
    disruptHER