Dr. Kayla Osterhoff | Women’s Health Disparities: Research Biases Unveiled
Dr. Kayla Osterhoff | Women’s Health Disparities: Research Biases Unveiled
In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, Dr. Kayla Osterhoff gives us one-cent solutions to life’s $64,000 questions that include:
What's the historical context of women in research?
What are the challenges in studying women and women's health?
What are the phases of the female hormonal cycle? What are practical tips for women to track their biorhythm?
Who is Dr. Kayla Osterhoff?
Kayla Osterhoff, MPH, PhD is a neuropsychophysiologist and women's health expert best know for her research and innovations in the field of women's health. Formally trained across the health sciences with degrees in health ecology, public health, epidemiology, neuropsychophysiology and mind body medicine, Kayla has dedicated her career to advancing women's health science through a holistic understanding of female biology.
Having previously held a senior scientist position at the CDC, Kayla collaborated closely with global health leaders such as the WHO and Ministries of Health to develop and implement major health initiatives and craft public health policy. However, driven by a desire for more flexibility and a recognition of the limitations within corporate and government structures, Kayla embarked on an independent path.
In her pursuit of transformative research and health policy reform, Kayla founded Her Biorhythm—a platform dedicated to addressing gender disparities in health research and education. Her unwavering commitment is directed towards reshaping the landscape of health, research, and corporate policies. Kayla's vision focuses on fostering inclusive approaches that not only promote health but also contribute to the health of our planet.
What did Dr. Kayla & Dr. Scott discuss?
00:00 Welcome to the Smarter Not Harder Podcast 01:06 Guest Introduction: Dr. Kayla Osterhoff 02:29 Historical Context of Women in Research 03:55 Challenges in Studying Women 06:30 Gold Standard in Women's Health Research 10:38 Current Research Landscape and Issues 15:30 Potential Solutions and Future Directions 20:54 Real-World Implications and Personal Insights 34:45 Navigating Bureaucracy at the CDC 37:40 Challenges in the Female Health Professional Ecosystem 39:13 Understanding Female Biology in Medicine 42:15 The Four Phases of the Female Hormonal Cycle 59:20 Practical Tips for Women to Track Their Biorhythm 01:03:33 Final Thoughts and Recommendations
