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From Skirts To ScrubsEp. 74 Through His Eyes: Unpacking the Male GazeIn this season finale, we explore the concept of The Male Gaze, which was originally a feminist theory that examined how media and culture depicted women through a heterosexual male lens. We discuss The Male Gaze's origins in film theory, its expansion into everyday life, and how it influences everything from fashion and advertising to behavior in public, professional, and intimate spaces. We also touch on internalized male gaze, early sexualization, and evolving perspectives like the female and queer gaze. Join us for our convo about how societal expectations shape the way women see themselves and move through the...2025-05-3033 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 73 Road to Repro Rights: Griswold vs ConnecticutIn this episode, Alesha and Charlotte launch a new mini-series on advocacy by exploring the historic Supreme Court case Griswold v. Connecticut (1965). They trace the roots of the restrictive Comstock laws, which criminalized birth control, and advocates of reproductive rights opening a birth control clinic in open defiance of state law, leading to a groundbreaking decision. The hosts also reflect on how this decision reshaped women’s access to education, careers, and bodily autonomy, and discuss the vital role physicians play as advocates in shaping public health policy.Join the From Skirts To Scrubs co...2025-05-0124 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 72 Preeclampsia Part 2: In the Public EyeIn part two of our preeclampsia series, we explore how this condition shows up in the public eye—from Tori Bowie’s heartbreaking story to the complicated pregnancies of Kim Kardashian and Beyoncé. We also look at how shows like Black-ish and Downton Abbey portray it—and what those storylines get right (and wrong). Plus, we bust some of the most common myths still floating around about preeclampsia. Be sure to check it out! Join the From Skirts To Scrubs community and meet us at the intersection of feminism, medicine, and history!Follow us on socials...2025-04-0933 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 71 Pre-Eclampsia Part 1: Seizures, Bloodletting, & Medical BreakthroughsThis week, we journey through history to explore pre-eclampsia, a common yet mysterious pregnancy complication. We dive into the root of this history from ancient Egypt, where early medical texts hinted at seizures during pregnancy, to ancient Greece, where the term "eclampsia" was coined. Then we discuss the misconceptions and treatments of pre-eclampsia throughout the centuries, including the use of bloodletting and the rise of the term "toxemia." We end with highlighting key discoveries in the 1800s that helped shape our understanding of the condition. Tune in for a deep dive into the history of pre-eclampsia and its ongoing...2025-03-2528 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 70 Ina May Gaskin & The Home Birth RevolutionIna May Gaskin, the "mother of modern midwifery," revolutionized childbirth with her advocacy for natural birth and low-intervention techniques. From a traumatic hospital birth to founding a midwifery center, her journey reshaped the home birth movement. We explore her impact, the Gaskin maneuver, and the complexities of her commune known as, "The Farm." Plus, we discuss the home birth movement today and how it fits into modern obstetrics. Tune in for a deep dive into her fascinating life and legacy!Join the From Skirts To Scrubs community and meet us at the intersection of feminism, medicine, and...2025-03-1141 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 69 Echoes of Birth: Birth TraumaIn this episode, we discuss the serious issue of birth trauma, aka PTSD related to pregnancy and childbirth. Birth trauma affects ⅓ birthing patients, which is way too high for our liking. Join us as we discuss common birth complications, medical mistreatment, and the unique challenges faced by women of color that contribute to birth trauma. Additionally, we review trauma-informed care on labor and delivery and share how we strive as OBGYN residents to provide better care every day.Join the From Skirts To Scrubs community and meet us at the intersection of feminism, medicine, and history! 2025-02-1838 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 68 Why your blood type matters: History of Rh and PregnancyEver wonder why blood type matters in pregnancy? Turns out, it’s a wild story of medical breakthroughs, unexpected discoveries, and even a connection to a maximum-security prison. In this episode, we break down Rh disease—why it happens, how doctors figured out a way to prevent it, and why millions of people around the world still don’t have access to this simple life-saving treatment. It’s a mix of science, history, and a little bit of “wait… seriously?!” moments. Tune in for a chat you won’t want to miss!Join the From Skirts To Scrubs community...2025-02-0428 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsFrom the Archives: History of Ayurvedic MedicineWould you consider yourself a fiery person? Grounded? Dynamic? Maybe a combination of the three? If you looked at your health from the perspective of Ayurvedic medicine, it would probably be some combination of the three with one aspect being dominant. And this combination would be unique to you! But it would also have an impact on the way you receive medical care. Join us this week as we discuss the practice of Ayurveda, a form of medicine that originates in the Indian subcontinent and is still practiced today. Learn about its history, principles and of course, the way...2025-01-2148 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 67 Margaret Sanger: A Complicated Legacy of Birth Control & EugenicsIn this episode, we explore the life and legacy of Margaret Sanger, founder of Planned Parenthood and a key figure in the fight for birth control access. While Sanger’s work empowered women to take control of their reproductive health, her legacy is complicated by her involvement with the eugenics movement. We dive into her early life, her advocacy for family planning, and the ethical questions surrounding her efforts. Join us for a thought-provoking look at how Sanger's impact still resonates in today’s conversations about reproductive rights. Join the From Skirts To Scrubs commu...2025-01-0734 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 66 House Staff History: How Medical Residency Became What It IsAre you in medicine or know someone who is? Because if so, they probably went through residency and more likely than not it was… intense. In this episode, we dig into the surprising and complex history of medical residency. From William Osler’s pioneering days to Halsted’s unforgiving pyramidal model, we trace how medical training evolved through wartime shifts, the creation of the Match, and critical reforms sparked by tragedy. Join us as we uncover how the past shapes today’s residency and the challenges residents still face.Join the From Skirts To Scrubs community and meet us...2024-12-2459 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 65 Contractions & Culture: The History of LaborIn this episode, we dive into the science and history behind labor, the intense process that leads up to childbirth. We break down how labor works—explaining painful contractions, cervical dilation, and the role of the uterus and cervix in bringing a baby into the world. We also dive into the history, exploring how laboring practices have evolved, from ancient birthing stools to the controversial “twilight sleep” of the 1800s. Along the way, we touch on real labor experiences, common concerns like Braxton Hicks contractions and preterm labor, and the ongoing importance of informed consent and compassionate care. Tune in for...2024-12-1048 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 64 Desire Decoded: Exploring Theories of Sexual ArousalLet’s talk about sex, baby! In this episode, we dive into the fascinating and often complex world of human sexuality by exploring the evolution of the sexual response cycle. From Freud’s early psychoanalytic theories to Masters and Johnson’s groundbreaking physiological studies and beyond to modern models, we trace the history of how sex has been studied, categorized, and understood. We also examine the balance between understanding sexuality through a medical lens and the potential pitfalls of over-medicalization. As OB/GYN residents, we discuss how this history shapes our approach to patient care and what it means to nav...2024-11-2643 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 63 Q&A: OBGYN Intern YR (so far)Hi everyone!! We are so excited to be back for Season 6. To kick off the season, we wanted to reflect on the first chunk of intern year as OBGYNs, answer question's from amazing listeners asked on our insta stories, and tell stories about life in residency! Tune in to hang out with us!Join the From Skirts To Scrubs community and meet us at the intersection of feminism, medicine, and history! Follow us on socials:Instagram: @fromskirtstoscrubsFacebook: @fromskirtstoscrubsTikTok: @fromskirtstoscrubsTwitter: @F...2024-11-1242 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 62 Mummies, Nuns, & Cadavers: A Human Dissection HistoryIn this episode, we dive into the history of human dissection, kinda EW I know but bare with us! From the meticulous practices of ancient Egyptian mummification to the controversial role of dissection in medieval Italy, we uncover how these traditions shaped our understanding of anatomy and how women were involved in this process as well. Join us as we delve into the evolution of medical education, from secretive domestic autopsies to public dissections in anatomy theaters, highlighting the ethical complexities and societal impacts along the way! Join the From Skirts To Scrubs community an...2024-07-1635 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsFrom The Archives: Henrietta LacksWe are throwing it back this week to one of our OG episodes! This story still blows us away and whether you are die-hard FSTS fan or just joining us, enjoy this episode on Henrietta Lacks and the 'HeLa' cells from our archives!'Have you ever had someone take something from you without asking? Bet it was pretty annoying huh? Now, have you ever had anyone take cells from your cervix without your consent? Probably not. But Henrietta Lacks has. In 1951, Henrietta was diagnosed with cervical cancer, and her cells were taken without consent to create the...2024-07-0252 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 61: Rollin’ It Back: History of Vaginal Birth After C-sectionIn this episode, we explore a decision faced by many pregnant people: choosing between having another C-section or attempting a VBAC (Vaginal Birth After Cesarean). Many opt for another C-section because its more commonly discussed and well-known, but the VBAC offers several benefits like quicker recovery and lower infection risk. The concept of VBAC emerged in the 1920s, and gained more popularity over time. But its history is more than meets the eye! Join us in this episode as we dive more into the fascinating and complex history of the VBAC! Join the From Skirts To Scrubs c...2024-06-1833 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsFrom the Archives: The Classical WomanWe thought we'd take a break from some of our ~heavier~ content and bring back one of our favorite (and one of our funniest) episodes. Here's The Classical Woman: Ancient Theories of Female Anatomy!In a time when most anatomy theories were based on animals, not humans, it's not surprising that ancient physicians may have gotten a fact or two wrong. But it is truly impressive how a single theory can incorrectly span the entire female anatomy. Gotta respect the hustle I guess. In this episode we are talking about ancient theories of female anatomy from general...2024-06-0554 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 60 Climate Crisis & Pregnancy: Navigating the StormJoin us this week to discuss a crucial yet often-overlooked topic: the impact of climate change on pregnant individuals! Delve into the history of climate change awareness, understand its far-reaching effects on our planet, and discover the specific health risks it poses to expectant mothers. We walk through increased risks of heat-related illnesses, infectious diseases, food insecurity, and air pollution, and how these challenges disproportionately affect marginalized communities. We hope this episode raises awareness for what we can do to protect maternal health in the face of a changing climate!!Join the From Skirts...2024-05-2136 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 59 Talking Body (and Hair!): Discussing Post-Chemo Alopecia (ft. Madison Novice, Founder of Cap & Conquer)Have you ever heard of Scalp Cooling? In this episode, we sit down with Madison Novice, co-founder of Cap and Conquer, a nonprofit dedicated to raising awareness about Cold Cap Therapy. Maddie joins us to delve into the nuanced topic of body image in the context of cancer treatment. From the diverse impacts of surgeries to common fears about chemotherapy-induced alopecia, we get to hear from someone about her personal and professional experiences with Cold Cap Therapy and what drives her passion for working in this space. Tune in for this insightful conversation that sheds light on the intersection...2024-05-0736 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 58 Infertility History: From Fertility Goddesses to IVF ClinicsEmbark on a captivating journey through the history of fertility and infertility! Explore ancient beliefs, goddess worship, and the evolution of medical practices surrounding conception. Discover how societies revered reproduction, from Earth symbolism to worship of goddesses like Bastet and Brigid. Learn how healers like Hippocrates treated infertility with purging and dietary adjustments. Reflect on the laws around modern treatments like IVF and their impact on individuals and couples. Join us this week as we discuss infertility history and the role infertility plays in reproductive justice today!Join the From Skirts To Scrubs community...2024-04-2344 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 57 Dr. Virginia Apgar: A Solid 10/10What do you know about the Apgar score? Dr. Virginia Apgar, a trailblazing figure in medicine, was a game-changer in neonatal care. From her early days growing up in New Jersey to becoming a leading obstetric anesthesiologist, Virginia’s life was nothing short of impactful. Her innovative approach during deliveries led to the development of the Apgar Score, transforming how newborn health is assessed worldwide. Join us as we explore the life and legacy of this remarkable woman who revolutionized modern healthcare! Check out our Feminist Corner discussion questions and send us your thoughts! What is one...2024-04-0937 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 56 A Bloody Success: Hysterectomy HistoryFrom a cute little cartoon uterus to the intricate details of surgical techniques, let's embark on a journey through the captivating world of hysterectomies! Learn about the various types of hysterectomy procedures and their historical significance. Discover how pioneering physicians like Soranus of Ephesus and Charles Clay paved the way for modern gynecological surgeries, overcoming challenges and refining techniques along the way. Join us as we unravel the rich tapestry of hysterectomy history, shedding light on its vital role in women's health care! Join the From Skirts To Scrubs community and meet us at t...2024-03-2644 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 55 Hitting in Waves: The History of Modern FeminismIn our fifth season kickoff, we're reflecting on our podcast journey and revamping our format with shorter episodes and more frequent Feminist Corner discussions. We're starting with a dive into the history of feminism, from its origins in the 1880s to the waves that shaped its evolution. We'll explore key moments like the Seneca Falls Convention, the rise of womanism, and the emergence of intersectionality in third-wave feminism. Join us as we unpack the diverse subtypes of feminism and challenge stereotypes, inviting listeners to explore where they fit within this dynamic movement.Check out our Feminist Corner...2024-03-1243 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 54 BEWARE Independent Women: The History of Psychiatric AsylumsAsylums always bring up images of horror. Whether in pop culture or fall haunted attractions, the stories around asylums are never good. Asylums were created as places to care for the mentally ill, but eventually turned into institutions that took advantage of a vulnerable population AND found ways to punish women for being too ambitious or independent. Join us this week to explore the history of asylums, the good and the bad, and how women were impacted by these psychiatric hospitals from their creation to now. Feminist Corner:How does the treatment of psychiatric patients today d...2023-10-3150 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 53 Lowkey Influencer, Highkey Educator: The Life of Maria MontessoriImagine a little kid at school sitting on a rug playing with wooden building blocks to learn math, reading during "circle time" with their friends, sharing with their parents all the things they learned in school that day. That was the vision that Maria Montessori had when she started teaching young children through her education program. But did you know that before she was a teacher, Maria Montessori was a physician? Join us this episode as we follow Maria from the Italian countryside to the asylums of Rome to the cities of Spain, India, and beyond. Her surprisingly star-studded...2023-10-1748 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 52 Cervical Cancer: A Story of PreventionCervical cancer is not like other cancers. This cancer is special because it is caused by the virus HPV. Not only that but there are multiple prevention methods in place to help lower women’s risk of developing this cancer!! But despite that, cervical cancer is the third most common cancer in women today. Join us this week to learn about the history of cervical cancer, the discovery of the pap smear, and how we are fighting HPV today!Feminist Corner:How can we change the conversation around sexual activity and screening/prevention of sexually transmitted di...2023-10-0344 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 51 Plucked, Shaved and Waxed Away: History of Body Hair RemovalIs shaving a regular part of your shower routine? Or maybe you wax, pluck, sugar, laser or just let it grow out! Regardless of what your relationship is with body hair, we’ve all got it and that means you’ve likely thought about whether or not you want to do something about it. This episode, we delve into the history of body hair removal, covering pre-historic humans using shells to cut their hair to the invention of the women’s razor and beyond. Then we explore implications in our world today! Check out our Fem...2023-09-1940 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 50 Unique, Respected, and NOT Edible: The PlacentaTikTok is full of trends, including eating your placenta or having a lotus birth. But is this a trend that has existed throughout human history? The placenta is a highly unique organ that humans have been fascinated with for centuries. From Pharaohs carrying their placentas into battle to hanging placentae in trees, there is a wide range of cultural beliefs and traditions surrounding this organ. Join us in this episode to discover the world of the placenta and talk about the health risks of these placental trends for women today. Feminist Corner:● How do you...2023-09-0554 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsMini-Series 2.6 PNES: Moving and ShakingYou’ve probably heard of seizures, maybe even seen or experienced them in real life. But have you heard of PNES? Psychogenic Nonepileptic Seizures (PNES) are seizure-like events that occur due to psychological triggers. They are very distressing, especially for the folks experiencing them, and are sometimes elusive for medical providers to uncover. Join us this episode as we unpack the mystery of these seizure lookalikes and how they impact the lives of women, in particular! Join the From Skirts To Scrubs community and meet us at the intersection of feminism, medicine, and history!Follow us...2023-08-2227 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsMini-Series 2.5 Fibromyalgia: Mysterious PainA pain that is constant, burning, stabbing, aching, crawling. You name it and it might describe it. The pain is mysterious to both the patient and the provider. Fibromyalgia is a chronic pain condition characterized by specific tender areas in the body and is WAY more common in women than men. Join us in this episode to learn more about this disorder and what this means for people with this disorder today!Join the From Skirts To Scrubs community and meet us at the intersection of feminism, medicine, and history!Follow us on socials:...2023-08-0824 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsMini-Series 2.4 Borderline Personality Disorder: Toeing the Emotional EdgeOur personalities make us who we are, but in personality disorders like Borderline Personality Disorder, personalities can keep people from living their lives comfortably in our society. In BPD, a disorder commonly diagnosed in young adult and adolescent girls, words like dramatic, emotional and erratic get thrown around. But is this disorder really more common in women? And what implications does BPD have on the lives of people living with it? Listen to find out on this week’s episode! Join the From Skirts To Scrubs community and meet us at the intersection of feminism, medicine, and his...2023-07-2527 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsMini-Series 2.3 IBS: Hysterical BowelsDoes your bowel function haunt you? Do you use the bathroom way too much or simply not enough? Well, then this episode is probably about you! In this mini-episode, we are talking about irritable bowel syndrome! This is one of the most common gastroenterology disorders primarily affecting women. Not only that, but it has an uncanny tie to psychological stress and anxiety, which makes it hard to diagnose when patients are often thought just to have hysterical bowels. Join the From Skirts To Scrubs community and meet us at the intersection of feminism, medicine, a...2023-07-1131 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsFrom the Archives: Women as Medical StudentsIf you haven't already, you should absolutely check out the episode before this in which we interview Dr. Dee Fenner, Chair of Michigan Medicine's Department of OB/GYN about her experiences as a women during her early training. That episode was inspired by this one! So we only thought it would be fitting to bring back, especially since we wrote it when we were coming into our first years of medical school and are now entering our last! Happy listening!---------------------------------------------------------------------------------Think about the first time you heard about a woman being a doctor? Maybe...2023-06-2750 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsBonus Ep. 4 Paving the Way: A Discussion of Women as Leaders ft. Dr. Dee FennerIn this episode, we chat with Dr. Dee Fenner, Chair of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Michigan Medicine in Ann Arbor. She walks us through her journey to medicine, Ob/Gyn and ultimately, Urogynecology. She shares insight into her past as a trainee during a time at which there were very few female medical students and even fewer female physician mentors to turn to. And we round out the episode with Dr. Fenner offering her advice to any women pursuing leadership positions, giving actionable guidance on how to navigate doing it well but also authentically. Not only...2023-06-1326 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsMini-Series 2.2 Lupus: Mark of the WolfIs it a rash or a wolf bite? Apparently ancient physicians couldn’t tell…or at least they thought that the classic rash across the faces of patients with the commonly known condition Lupus, looked close enough to a wolf’s bite to name it after the Latin word for wolf! We’ll be discussing Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, or Lupus, on this episode, including some history and common symptoms that feel a little random and are what make Lupus so hard to diagnose. Then we’ll talk about its prevalence in women and some interesting theories on why its so common...2023-05-3024 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsMini-Series 2.1 POTS: the Syndrome, Not the DiseaseTo clarify, we are talking about postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome. Not the disease, and certainly not pottery. hehe. POTS is a condition that millions of Americans today face, and 80% of those with POTS are women!! An absolutely crazy number because we aren’t even really sure why it affects so many women in comparison to men. Join us this week to learn a little more about POTS and hear us share some personal POTS stories!Join the From Skirts To Scrubs community and meet us at the intersection of feminism, medicine, and history!...2023-05-1630 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsMini-Series 2 Trailer: More Than A UterusIn this miniseries, we will be exploring conditions that many women experience. Something that ties all these conditions together is that they are more common in women, but not necessarily because of anatomy or biology. We will discuss what the condition is, how common it is, and how we treat the condition now. We'll also sprinkle in some history and fun tidbits along the way!2023-05-1400 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 49 The Mother Egg: A History of In-Vitro FertilizationSperm meets egg makes baby, should be simple right? Well if it were, infertility would not be a common struggle for millions of people around the world. But through incredible technology and research, assisted reproductive techniques have been created like in-vitro fertilization (IVF) have been created to help people get pregnant. And they work! Join us this episode as we explain the basics of the science of IVF, dive into the history (with a sprinkle of funny stories of course) and end with a discussion about modern implications. It’s an EGG-cellent episode! Ok I’ll see myself out now…...2023-05-0941 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 48 Melancholy Mothers: A History of Peripartum PsychiatrySome people say that women ~ glow ~ when they are pregnant. Or that having a baby is one of the best memories they have. But did you know 80% of women have depressive symptoms in the week following childbirth? Or that ⅛ women develop a condition called postpartum depression? Some women are even at risk for manic or psychotic episodes in the postpartum period. These conditions are so prevalent that there is a whole field of psychiatry dedicated to caring for women’s mental health during pregnancy and in the postpartum period! Join us in this episode to learn about how the fiel...2023-04-1859 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 47 The Wickedest Woman in New York: Madame RestellDo you know how the wickedest woman in New York got her name? Ann Trow, or as she was better known, Madame Restell, was a prominent abortion provider in the late 1800s. She had no medical training, and yet started a business from the ground up, making medication abortion pills and doing surgical abortions. Her work was wildly successful, but also led to her making many enemies in New York society and even at the national governmental level. Join us this week as we unpack the life of this incredible woman, and learn more about the evolution of abortion...2023-04-0442 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 46 Ovists vs Spermists: The Discovery of FertilizationFertilization, conception, the miracle of life. The conjoining of egg and sperm. Women have been having babies since the beginning of time, so it makes you wonder. Did people always know where babies come from? Spoiler alert: they had no idea. Join us in this episode to see how famous physicians like Galen and Hippocrates were woefully wrong about reproduction, how pond water led to the discovery of sperm, and how the science community was convinced tiny people lived inside of us. The journey to discovering fertilization is full of wrong turns and dead ends, but eventually, scientists found...2023-03-2155 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 45 Free the Nip: Breasts Throughout HistoryThere’s really no body part so politicized or fetishized than a woman’s breast. But this was not always the case. For hundreds of years, the breast was a primary symbol of nourishment and nurturance--the sign of a mother’s love. The story of the breast and how it has been perceived throughout history is a fascinating one; it takes us through the times that breasts were celebrated, hidden, politicized and commercialized. They have been both hated and loved simultaneously, and have somehow always carried some type of meaning in Western societies. Join us as we discuss the breast...2023-03-0749 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 44 Deep in our Bones: History of the Gender Pain Gap“Sticks and stones may break my bones…” but thinking about women’s pain is easier said than done, it seems. The gender pain gap is the idea that women in pain are taken and treated less seriously than men in pain. Though this concept has been coming up more in the news, social media and more, it is less acknowledged than other gender gaps. In this episode, we explore the history of the gender pain gap, exploring some familiar and some new concepts, as well as discuss the negative impact that this gap has on women of color, particularly Black wo...2022-11-1551 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 43 Disability History: A Tale of ContradictionsDisability is part of our culture, our families, our friends, and our history. Living in a society that is built for able-bodied people doesn’t allow for much education and awareness around disability within the United States. But disability can be tracked through history all the way back to ancient times. And throughout the last two thousand years, the treatment and laws surrounding communities with disabilities have always been…well… full of contradictions. Society can’t seem to decide if they want to provide accommodations and resources for these communities or treat people with a disability differently. Join us in this...2022-11-0153 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 42 The Birds and The Bees: Sexual Education Through the AgesThere’s a conversation everyone has at some point, about the birds and the bees. Think back to the first time you had that talk. Maybe it was with a parent, maybe a friend, maybe someone else. Maybe it was sex ed class. That’s what this episode dives into. We go back in time to look at some different sexual practices across ancient history, including Ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome. Then we discuss the history of sexual education in a formal setting, as it transitioned from the early 1900s into what it looks like today!...2022-10-1853 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 41 Shackled and Forgotten: Incarcerated Women's HealthBetween 1980 and 2020, the number of incarcerated women increased by 475%. Yes, you read that correctly. The increase in this population can be attributed to the War on Drugs, resulting in an extremely high number of women who are enprisoned for non-violent crimes. Join us in this episode to talk about the history of incarcerated women and the status of their health today. From STI treatment to laboring in shackles, the reproductive health provided for this population is almost non-existent. In this episode, we provide you with the facts about what women face and talk about some potential solutions! 2022-10-0542 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsFrom the Archives: The Rest CureEver since we released this episode, it feels like every topic we cover comes right back to it! So this week we are bringing back the Rest Cure: Prescribed Torture?When you go to the doctor with a psychiatric concern, you would expect them to hear you out and find the treatment regimen that is right for you. But in 1800s Victorian America, this wasn’t exactly the case. Neurologist Dr. Mitchell created the “Rest Cure” for his patients that required women to lay completely still for almost two straight months. A patient undergoing this treatment wasn’t allowe...2022-09-2057 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 40 Mothering the Mother: History of Doula CareKnock-knock. Who’s there? Do. Do-who? DOULA (ok ok see, this is why we’re podcast hosts and not comedians). This week we’re discussing the origins of doula care. Best known for their growing role in providing laboring mothers during childbirth, doulas have been around for decades in an official capacity and even longer in an unofficial one. Closely intertwined with midwifery, doula work has evolved alongside the changing world of labor and childbirth. We dive into that history as well as doulas' roles on birthing teams in hospitals, homes and birthing centers today. We then discuss the medica...2022-09-0654 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 39 American Civil War Medicine: A Woman’s BattlefieldThroughout history, times of war bring change to medicine. It's a hard truth, but it is the truth. And in American history, no war was more brutal than the Civil War. Of the thousands of people who died during this four-year war, ⅔ died from the disease. The conditions of the war gave an opportunity for medicine to grow, and for women to step into the field. Join us in this episode to talk about the fearless female nurses and physicians of the American Civil War, because their names deserve to go down in history too.Feminist Corner: W...2022-08-2345 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 38 The Next Defense: History of Medication AbortionWhen we think of abortions today, we often think about surgical abortions when in fact, medication abortions have been commonplace for millenia. With the decision made in Dobbs v. Jackson, medication abortions in the United States are now at risk as legislators come for this next line of defense against unwanted pregnancies. In this episode, we explore how medical abortions work, their history and the state of access to them now. Then we look into where we’re heading with laws in various states regarding medication abortion and what folx on the ground are doing to maintain their right to...2022-08-0952 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 37 Can't Be Tamed: The Wandering WombHere we are, at the root of it all. The piece of history that has defined women’s health for millennia. The wandering womb is a theory that can be traced back to the ancient Mediterranean, where it was believed and practiced. And while this story is fun and laughable at times, our history truly does define some of the grimmest parts of our future. Join us this week as we look at the wandering womb and talk about what it is, who is affected, how it was treated, and what diseases women have today that can be drawn ba...2022-07-2648 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsFrom the Archives: Underground Abortion NetworksDue to current events in the United States with the overturn of Roe, we are re-releasing the episode Underground Abortion Networks: Filling in the Gaps. Even though this episode is based on history, it is extremely relevant today.----When a medical system can’t provide needed care for patients who are continuously left out or ignored, what happens? What does a community do when they are aching for help? Well in the case of access to safe abortions, underground abortion networks are created. In this episode, we will be talking about the emergence of il...2022-07-1259 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsMini Series 1.6 La Llorona: The Wandering SoulIf you listen carefully on a quiet night, you may hear cries of a weeping woman calling for her lost children. Maybe you tell the children in your life that if they misbehave, she’ll come for you. That's right! In this episode, we tell the story of La Llorona, a woman from Mexican folklore who was wronged by her husband and transformed into the darkest version of herself. Some may say she was a monster. Join us as we recount La Llorona’s origin story and discuss its implications from a feminist/Chicanx perspective. What better way to end...2022-06-2822 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsMini Series 1.5 Yama Uba: Not a Monster At AllWhat constitutes a monster? Is it your looks, your action, your very being? What if you are forced into a situation that makes you a monster, what then? Japanese folklore is full of stories of women as monsters, but this week we are focusing on one woman who isn’t a monster at all. Join us as we tell the tale of Yama Uba and discuss what she represents in the continuum of life as a woman, and as an elder in society.2022-06-1426 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsMini Series 1.4 Surpanakha: Between Lust and LonelinessHave you ever heard of the great Hindu Epic, The Ramayana? Maybe you have, maybe you haven’t. But chances are, you probably don’t know of the seductress Surpanakha, sister of the King of Demons? Join us this episode as we forge into the forests of Ayodhya as we follow the story of Surpanakha, a demon woman whose actions ultimately lead to a kidnapping and major war between two kingdoms. Then listen in on our discussion as we re-envision the story from multiple perspectives, examining the roles of multiple characters and untangling the feelings and motives of a lone...2022-05-3123 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsMini Series 1.3 Sphinx: The Intelligent MonsterWhat do you get when you put together a powerful woman, an ancient empire, and scared men? The Sphinx! And this isn’t a riddle, I promise (ha, get it? Wait, no? Better listen to the episode!). Join us this week to talk about the origins of the Sphinx and talk about this mythical creature across time, as well as her interaction with the famed Oedipus Rex. Afterward, we talk about the demonization of intelligent & successful women and the knowledge that women hold. 2022-05-1725 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsMini Series 1.2 Lilith: Of the Same EarthMaybe you’ve heard of the story of Adam and Eve, but the real question is: what do you know about Lilith? If Eve was created from Adam’s rib, Lilith was created as Adam’s equal, from the soil of the earth. From the moment of her conception, she forged her own path and yet, has been branded as none other than a monster for it. Tune in to this episode to hear the lesser known story of the Mother of Demons, who suffered for her actions but whose story continues to survive eons.2022-05-0322 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsMini Series 1.1 Pandora: Our Last HopeIn the beginning… life was apparently perfect. Until men made the Gods upset and they sent down their greatest fear. Women. Well, one woman in particular. Join us in this episode to learn the ancient Greek story of Pandora, the first woman, and bringer of all gifts. But what does this story mean when you view it from a feminist perspective? And how does our frame of reference shape our understanding of stories such as Pandora’s? Listen to this mini-episode to learn more!2022-04-1923 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsMini Series Trailer: Women as MonstersCheck out our new trailer introducing our FIRST Mini Series: Women as Monsters. Over a course of six short episodes, we will be telling stories of women from mythology across the world who have been viewed as evil, wrong, and monsters. Then we will discuss why these stories are important today and any thoughts we have on them! Episodes will be posted every other Tuesday as usual and will be 20-30 minutes in length. We are so excited for this new podcast adventure and we hope you love it as well! 2022-04-1201 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsBonus Ep 3. Exploring Passions, Feminism, & Mindsets with Cultivating ConnectionWe are taking a break from our usual schedule to bring you all another bonus episode! In this episode, we were interviewed by Cultivating Connection, a podcast series that discovers what it means to be human and the many different types of ways we connect. During the interview, we discuss how From Skirts To Scrubs was created, finding and pursuing your passions, handling burnout, the pillars of feminism, and more! We had so much fun during this conversation and we hope you enjoy it as much as we did. 2022-04-051h 34From Skirts To ScrubsEp. 36 STIs: The Ultimate Booby Trap"You’re so sexy when you’re not spreading STIs." That’s right, this week we are exploring the highly prevalent, ever-stigmatized sexually transmitted infections. In this episode, we get into the difference between STIs and STDs, describe some of the most common STIs and of course, talk about their various histories. Specifically, we dig into the relationship between STIs and women, focusing on the ways in which women have been portrayed as vessels that spread infection. To finish up, we discuss the current STI screening guidelines in the US, and deconstruct them from a feminist lens (as always). Ch...2022-03-221h 02From Skirts To ScrubsEp. 35 Art in Medicine: Giving Patients Voice & Doctors SightDuring the pandemic, we both got super into paint-by-numbers. They were just so soothing and an easy way to create while taking our minds off the crazy world around us. It was a way to be calm and focused. And a lot of people use art in this way, to figure out your emotions or as an outlet. But what about using art in medicine? Patients often create art that depicts their disease and experience living with an illness. You can also use art in therapy, to build confidence, decrease depression, and manage diseases from cancer to bipolar disorder...2022-03-0953 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 34 Electroconvulsive Therapy: The Shocking TruthThe thought of shocking someone into having a seizure all for...what? Cure their depression? That sounds crazy! But it’s real! And like so many topics on this podcast, the story of how this concept came to be is just as interesting and seemingly insane as the actual practice. This week we discuss a procedure called Electroconvulsive Therapy, or ECT. A treatment used in the world of psychiatry to treat patients with a range of concerns. Listen in to hear about the serendipitous origins of ECT and how it got its reputation over the years. Then we’ll disc...2022-02-2254 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 33 Tree-eaters vs Meat-eaters: & Everyone In BetweenThere is nothing quite like a delicious breakfast to start your day, a snack to hold you over, or dinner to put you to bed. Right? But as you eat your tasty food, do you ever think about what exactly is in it? Or what it does to your health? Join us in this episode to talk about how the food you eat can play into the leading causes of death in women: heart disease, cancer, and stroke. To explore the health effects of food, we touch on what diets are maybe not the best and what diets are...2022-02-0857 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 32 Internal Medicine: The Tell AllInternist? Intern? Fellow…doctor? Oh no just, fellow? Can SOMEONE please explain what these words MEAN? Yes, yes we can. We’re back this week to chat about the field of Internal Medicine, the branch of medicine that covers a lot of the parts that you are probably familiar with, specialties like cardiology, gastroenterology, infectious disease, etc. This episode though, we’ll be clarifying what exactly Internal Medicine is, what is included in it, what’s not, the history of it and more! We’ll talk about women and some of their roles and representation in the field as well, of c...2022-01-2557 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 31 Witches: Society's ScapegoatWhen you think of witches, what comes to mind? If I had to guess I’d say you thought of Halloween, potions, broomsticks, and big pointy hats. But the witches in this episode didn’t wear pointy hats, at least I don’t think so. They are your mom, your elderly neighbor, your best friend. Join us in this episode to learn who was considered a witch across time and cultures. Then we will discuss the persecution of witches and why these women were targeted for centuries. In our exploration of witches, we explore the connection between women, magic, and hea...2022-01-1157 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 30 Hysteria, (n.): Uterus (from Greek Hysterikos)Hyper-promiscuity, mood swings, nausea, anxiety, drowsiness, loss of appetite, aging, back pain. Those are some symptoms of hysteria to name a few. Hysteria is a word that is thrown around a lot from “Oh that was a hysterical joke” to “that woman is hysterical don't listen to her” and even “the new album is causing mass hysteria.” But what even is hysteria? Well, in history it has meant a lot of things to many different people. Throughout time as the definition changed and each time it meant something new, hysteria’s power over women grew too. Now as we contemplate wha...2021-09-2851 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 29 Undesirable: The History of Forced Sterilization in the USTying tubes, hysterectomies, withholding medical care without proof of contraception use...these are just a few ways that forced sterilization has occurred in the United States. The history of forced sterilization is sewn into the fabric of US history, and has played an insidious role in this country. This episode, we learn about the eugenics movement, its impact on communities of color and how these issues continue to manifest today. Then join us in our Feminist Corner as we discuss forced sterilization in the context of abortion bans and how healthcare providers play a key role in protecting patients...2021-09-1456 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 28 Cells & Periods: The Adventures of Dr. Mary Putnam JacobiIt’s the 1800s and the realm of medicine hasn’t quite adjusted to modern thought quite yet. Physicians still believe that dirty air is what is causing that rash on your arm and that when you menstruate, your brain is too exhausted and confused to hold a job. That is at least until Dr. Mary Putnam Jacobi comes along. Dr. Putnam Jacobi would work most of her life advocating for biochemically based medicine and evidence-driven theories about women. Not only that, but she also worked to ensure women receive the same medical education as men and children have thei...2021-08-3148 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 27 From Tradition to Rebellion: The History of Body PiercingsA little poke of a needle and a moment of pain in the name of what? Beauty? Wealth? Tradition? Maybe all of the above? The history of body piercings is a long one, dating back millennia and spanning many civilizations. In this week’s episode, we dive into why Egyptian pharaohs would execute anyone with a belly button ring and how in Ancient Mesoamerica, shamans would pierce their tongues as blood sacrifice. Beyond the ancient histories of piercings, this form of body modification is now also a part of modern life--in some ways as a very accepted practice and in...2021-08-1752 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 26 The Not So Atypical Patient: Women's Heart HealthIn the United States, heart disease is the leading cause of death for women, killing 1 in 5. But how did we get here? Cardiology and heart disease is an extremely well-studied field, yet it still feels like women are being left behind as they die at alarming rates. Join us in this episode to talk about the history of heart disease, why there is a gaping hole in women’s heart research, and the state of women’s heart health today. We will also discuss how to take steps in your own health in working towards preventing cardiovascular disease, as well...2021-08-0358 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 25 Women and Ayurvedic Medicine: The Lap that Cradles CivilizationWould you consider yourself a fiery person? Grounded? Dynamic? Maybe a combination of the three? If you looked at your health from the perspective of Ayurvedic medicine, it would probably be some combination of the three with one aspect being dominant. And this combination would be unique to you! But it would also have an impact on the way you receive medical care. Join us this week as we discuss the practice of Ayurveda, a form of medicine that originates in the Indian subcontinent and is still practiced today. Learn about its history, principles and of course, the way...2021-07-2048 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 24 The "Classical" Woman: Ancient Theories of Female AnatomyIn a time when most anatomy theories were based on animals, not humans, it's not surprising that ancient physicians may have gotten a fact or two wrong. But it is truly impressive how a single theory can incorrectly span the entire female anatomy. Gotta respect the hustle I guess. In this episode we are talking about ancient theories of female anatomy from general anatomy, to the breasts, to the uterus, to a mystery vein, and more! We will discuss a number of theories involving female anatomy and ancient medicine, as well as debunk said theories. Then we will talk...2021-07-0654 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 23 Too Tough & Not Enough: Trans Women in SportsThe issue of trans women in sports is absolutely not a new one, but has recently been in the headlines of many news stories over the last couple of years. This week, we dive into the history of trans girls in sports, looking at the background of gender divisions in sports, how gender binaries have played into the dynamics that we see today and big changes that have occurred over the years that have led us to this point. We then get into the present, talking about salient news stories and events that have brought the topic of trans...2021-06-221h 01From Skirts To ScrubsEp. 22 The Rest Cure: Prescribed Torture?When you go to the doctor with a psychiatric concern, you would expect them to hear you out and find the treatment regimen that is right for you. But in 1800s Victorian America, this wasn’t exactly the case. Neurologist Dr. Mitchell created the “Rest Cure” for his patients that required women to lay completely still for almost two straight months. A patient undergoing this treatment wasn’t allowed to move a single muscle, feed themselves, or stand up to use the bathroom. After a while, this treatment slowly starts to look a little like torture even. Join us in this...2021-06-0857 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 21 Dr. Margaret Chung: Certified Boss MomWhat’s the ideal number of kids you would have, if any? Two? Ten? Well how about adopting thousands of grown men as your “sons”. That’s essentially what Dr. Margaret Chung did and it is one of the many reasons we are sharing her story in this episode. Dr. Chung was the first Asian-American female physician in the United States and she grew up during a time not so different from our present day, where Asians in America were scapegoated and punished simply for existing. Join us as we learn about Margaret, her rise from rancher to plastic surgeon...2021-05-2552 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 20 The Hands of a Woman: Surgery SpotlightIn today’s medical schools, half of the students are female. In surgical residencies, one-fourth of the residents are female. Of those female surgical residents, one-fourth of them will drop out from burnout. Women pursuing surgery today are faced with numerous challenges and obstacles, but yet they persist. And it was no different for the millennia of surgeons before them. From Agnodice fighting for her right to practice in Athens to Loyse Bourgeois becoming one of the best surgeons in the 17th century France to laws all but banning women from the profession, female surgeons have jumped right, left, ov...2021-05-1158 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 19 On the Rag: Menstruation through the Ages“On the rag” “lady business” “the red wedding.” These are just a few names we call that time of the month when the uterus sheds its lining and starts the cycle anew. Menstruation has long been a topic of mystery, intrigue, confusion, and just generally associated with a negative connotation. We discuss ideas of menstruation through the ages, ranging from Ancient Mayans believing that menstrual blood of the moon goddess became snakes, poisons and disease, to medieval Europeans believing that the blood could cure Leprosy. We also chat about menstrual products and how they have changed (and not really changed) ove...2021-04-2754 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 18 Underground Abortion Networks: Filling in the GapsWhen a medical system can’t provide needed care for patients who are continuously left out or ignored, what happens? What does a community do when they are aching for help? Well in the case of access to safe abortions, underground abortion networks are created. In this episode, we will be talking about the emergence of illegal but safe abortion networks within the United States over the last 60 years and what gaps they are trying to fill in the healthcare system. Through looking at abortion legislature, specific organizations, and the impact of unsafe abortions on maternal mortality, we hope to...2021-04-1358 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 17 A Girl’s Guide to Meds: Women’s Roles in Drug DevelopmentThe number of times we’ve turned to a medication to relieve our pain or cure our sickness is uncountable. We’ve been searching for ways to restore our health for ages, but today, modern drug development involves jumping through many hoops before a drug can come out the other end and be made available for public use. In this episode, we go from beginning to end of the process of discovering, making, testing and distributing a drug made for the market. We talk about research and development, clinical trials and pharmaceutical dispensing of a drug. Along the way, we t...2021-03-3058 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 16 C-Sections: One (Un)Successful HistoryIn a time with no understanding of the womb, female anatomy, or germs, a complicated childbirth was the last thing you wanted. The options to save yourself or save your baby were slim, and there was rarely an option to save you both. The development of the C-section changed that, well kinda. As medicine evolved over a thousand years, so did this procedure as it developed with the times. However, I wouldn’t call this history a successful story as this procedure had many, MANY, setbacks. But today, one in three children are born via C sections, so something wo...2021-03-1946 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 15 Doctoring Women: The Healers and Resistors in Plantation SickcareAs diseases like typhoid, diphtheria and tuberculosis ran rampant through Antebellum America, it was the enslaved Black women that carried out most of the sickcare on plantations in the South. This week, we dive into plantation sickcare and the women that made it possible. From the last rung of the social totem pole in which they diligently worked, to the remarkable care and treatment they provided all of their patients, these women were true doctors of their time yet barely known for it. Learn about their incredible contributions to medicine and the art of healing, and join us for...2021-03-0250 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsBonus Ep. 2 Let's talk Menopause & Sexual Function ft. Stephanie Faubion M.D., M.B.A. & Leading the RoundsSurprise! We are back with another bonus episode for you all! A couple of weeks ago we sat down with Mayo Clinic’s Dr. Stephanie Faubion and Peter & Caleb from Leading the Rounds to talk about Dr. Faubion's research, work, and roles as a female in medicine. In this episode we discuss menopause and sexual function in aging women. We answer questions like: How are women who experience menopause affected by this life change? Is menopause becoming a dark hole in medicine? What steps do providers take to assess sexual function in women? And more! So join in the con...2021-02-2334 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 14 Florence Nightingale: THE nurse (& statistician & researcher & advocate &...)From the fall of nursing in the 1800s (reference episode 1 for more info!!) to now, the profession has done a full 180. Nurses today are some of the most respected and valued healthcare workers in the field. This shift in the profession wasn’t random or a chance of luck. It was because of Florence Nightingale, the Mother of Nursing. In this episode you will learn about an incredible woman who played a role in shaping what it means to be a nurse, public health policy development, bringing awareness to medical research, and strategies to effectively practice medicine. In a ti...2021-02-1654 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 13 Vaccines: The Women That Poked and ProddedThere are some parts of medicine that have been around for so long we sometimes forget that they were new at some point, and the vaccine is one of those things. But with the COVID vaccine at the forefront of media and conversations these days, we thought it would be interesting to take a look back at the history of vaccines and of course, highlight the role of female-identifying individuals in the development, promotion and success of vaccines through the ages. We start with the earliest inoculations that took place in Ancient China and India and end here in...2021-02-0246 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 12 Acupuncture: Finding Balance in Women's HealthImagine you're relaxed, music is playing, the room is warm and smells good, your qi is flowing as needles are being stuck into you… wait, what is happening? Well, a lot is actually happening but to put it simply, acupuncture! But what even is acupuncture? I mean more than the laying on the table with needles in your back. You may be surprised by how much there is to learn about acupuncture and how it applies to the medical field today. So in this episode, we are talking about the intersection between acupuncture, traditional Chinese medicine, and women’s heal...2021-01-1951 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 11 Beauty & Poison: Not Your Typical Beauty Standards TalkImagine smearing white lead poison on your skin and lips as a way to be more beautiful. Sound crazy? Well this was an actual practice in the ancient world and is not that far off from what we do to ourselves today, in many ways. Welcome back for seasons 2 of From Skirts To Scrubs! We’re starting off our second season by talking about beauty standards of the past and present, covering Ancient Egyptian makeup, foot binding practices of the Chinese Han dynasty, supermodel vibes of the ‘80s and more! We also take some time to explore the impact that...2021-01-0551 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsBonus Ep. Women's Work: A Candid Conversation About Speciality PrestigeWhen you think of careers like being a teacher, firefighter, secretary or engineer, what gender do you envision those people? Many careers are associated with particular genders, and the same goes for medicine. We explore this idea in our first ever live show, where we sit down with two highly specialized female-identifying physicians and have an honest conversation about a recently published academic paper titled 'When a Specialty Becomes "Women's Work": Trends in and Implications of Specialty Gender Segregation in Medicine.' During this talk, we explore shifts in gender predominance among medical specialities and wage as well as...2020-12-0150 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 10 Pandemic Women: Comparing the 1918 Flu and COVID-19We’re living in a COVID world, that’s just a fact. But we’ve been here before in a way: in 1918 when a Flu virus took over the world. This week, for the final episode of our first season, we take a look at how a simple strain of the Flu killed 5% of the world’s population. Find out where the Spanish Flu got its name, why the virus seemed to affect mostly young men and the revolutionary impact it had on women at the time. Then join us as we compare it to the COVID-19 and how this pan...2020-10-0651 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 9 The Mastectomy: Reclaim Your PowerThe symbol of the breast is well known throughout society. Breasts symbolize sexuality, motherhood, femininity, and more. But what do breasts mean to women who lose them? In this episode, we explore the history of the surgical procedure of breast removal, the mastectomy, in the context of breast cancer. After discussing how this procedure came about, we discuss the difficult decisions that women face after this breast removal surgery. Considering all the societal pressures on what it means to have breasts, post-mastectomy patients are left with a big question: to reconstruct or to not reconstruct?? Join us in this...2020-09-2253 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 8 Flibanserin: Viagra's Less Popular Little SisterChances are you’ve probably heard of the “ little blue pill” that gives men erections almost like magic. But have you ever heard of Flibanserin? This “female Viagra” is the topic of this week’s episode, where we start with a little science and biology but of course get into some history, learning about Erectile Dysfunction, Female Sexual Dysfunction and how their histories differ so vastly. Ranging from Mesopotamian spells that men used to cast on each other to ward off virility-stealers to the DSM-V and how its use and misuse affects women’s mental and sexual health to this day. In o...2020-09-0847 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 7 Henrietta Lacks and HeLa: One in the SameHave you ever had someone take something from you without asking? Bet it was pretty annoying huh? Now, have you ever had anyone take cells from your cervix without your consent? Probably not. But Henrietta Lacks has. In 1951, Henrietta was diagnosed with cervical cancer and her cells were taken without consent to create the first immortal cell line. From these cells, numerous medical discoveries were made and various unethical practices took place. This episode will discuss the life of Henrietta, the implications of the immortal HeLa cell line, and the importance of informed consent and respecting patients and their...2020-08-2552 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 6 Women as Medical Students: Time for a TakeoverThink about the first time you heard about a woman being a doctor? Maybe you were 4 years old and your doctor mom came home with a stethoscope around her neck or maybe you were 12 and heard about your brother’s best friend’s sister getting into medical school. Regardless, women in your life and around the world have been training to become physicians for centuries. But how has medical education for women evolved over time? In this episode, we dive into the history of women as medical students in the U.S. Along the way, we cover what 19th cent...2020-08-1150 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 5 Birth Control Part 2: The Seventh WonderSorry to cut you off! Hopefully everyone had a good mid-episode break and are refreshed for Part 2. To start off Part 2, we give a teeny tiny history of second wave feminism and the importance of this movement in relation to the birth control pill. Which speaking of, do you know how the pill has affected society and our culture? I promise, it will surprise you. After finishing up the history, we jump headfirst into one of our most complex Feminist Corner discussions yet! Join us as we discuss the implications of the relationship between church & state and how to...2020-07-2837 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 5 Birth Control Part 1: The Seventh WonderBefore modern medicine, what lengths would you resort to in an attempt to not get pregnant? Well men and women throughout history pushed the limits on what qualified as birth control. In Part 1 of this episode we laugh and joke as we learn the methods of birth control used by people across time and civilizations. But hey if it works, it works right? Maybe not… After our world tour of birth control, we follow the timeline of the creation of the birth control pill and birth control advocacy in the United States. Do you know the amazing woman who pio...2020-07-2839 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 4 Anarcha, Betsey and Lucy: Remember Their NamesHuman experimentation has had a long, dark history in the practice of medicine, with people of color being the subjects far too often. This week, we discuss the lives of Anarcha, Betsey and Lucy, three of the ten enslaved Black women subjected to the gynecological experiments of Dr. J. Marion Sims, an Antebellum physician. Learn about why he was experimenting on these women, what these women endured and what the outcomes of his experiments mean for us today. Also be sure to stick around for our Feminist Corner discussion, where we are joined by Dr. Diana Louis a professor...2020-07-141h 02From Skirts To ScrubsEp. 3 Freudian Ideas of Women: The RiddleIf you have ever taken an introduction to psychology class or read an obscure psych article on a blog, you may have heard of Sigmund Freud. Freud is known as the Father of Psychology. His various theories have impacted society throughout the past century and his theories and ideas about women are no different. In these theories, Freud tries to solve ‘The Riddle of Femininity’ and uncover what exactly it is that makes women so mystical (wooo). And let's just say, these theories can be a little out there at some points. So join us this week to discuss what...2020-06-3055 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 2 Elizabeth Blackwell M.D.: Wait, THAT girl is a doctor?Do YOU know how the first woman got into med school? Was it because of her brains? Looks? Luck? You can find out in our first biography episode, a deep dive into the life and times of Elizabeth Blackwell, the first female to graduate from medical school in the United States. But this biography doesn’t just cover the incredible accomplishments of Dr. Blackwell. Oh no, we get into the ups and downs of her life and even some little moments that really bring this woman’s personality to life. Listen to hear more about how a little British girl...2020-06-1646 minFrom Skirts To ScrubsEp. 1 Ancient Origins of Nursing: The Rise and FallWhen you think of nursing, what comes to mind? Probably not Greek women working in an ancient temple or women being named saints. But hey, history is full of surprises. Join us as Charlotte teaches Alesha about the rise and fall of the incredibly important profession of nursing. We will start in 2575 BCE and will end in 1800 CE as we travel from the pyramids of Egypt to the Roman forum and back around to the churches of medieval Europe. In this journey, we will learn about the beginning of the nursing profession and seek to understand how society’s pe...2020-06-0247 min
From Skirts To ScrubsEp. 0 IntroductionWelcome to From Skirts To Scrubs, a podcast about all things relating to women in medicine. We will be discussing history and sharing how those stories relate to us as future healthcare providers and as women in general! Episodes will be released every other Tuesday, so subscribe now to join the conversation. We appreciate your support!2020-05-1902 min