The Skinny Confidential Him & Her Podcast

Dr. Thais Aliabadi & Mary Allice Haney On Infertility Issues Doctors Miss, PCOS, Endometriosis, & Why Women’s Health Is Ignored

May 15, 2025
Dr. Thaïs Aliabadi, a world-renowned OBGYN, and Mary Alice Haney, a passionate women's advocate, dive deep into pressing women's health issues. They discuss the often-missed implications of PCOS and endometriosis, urging early diagnosis and self-advocacy. The conversation highlights alarming trends in misdiagnosis and the need for education. They provide actionable insights on breast cancer awareness and the role of emerging weight loss medications. Together, they empower women to take charge of their reproductive health like never before.
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INSIGHT

Endometriosis and PCOS Impact

  • Endometriosis and PCOS are leading but underdiagnosed causes of female infertility.
  • Many women suffer years of dismissal before diagnosis, leading to worsened fertility outcomes.
ANECDOTE

Unaware OBGYN's Wife Story

  • Dr. Aliabadi shared a story about an infertile OBGYN's wife unaware of endometriosis.
  • This illustrates general lack of awareness about common women's health conditions even among doctors.
ADVICE

Advocate with Full Health Checks

  • Do not simplify your well-woman exam to just a pap smear; discuss all menstrual and hormonal symptoms.
  • Educate yourself fully to become your own best health advocate.
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