American Medical Women's Association / AMWA

06/11/2026

Join AMWA on June 23 for a timely conversation on women, brain health, and Alzheimer's disease featuring Dr. Neelum Aggarwal of Rush University, Calli Cook of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners, and Leah Fisher. This discussion will explore early diagnosis, patient experiences, and treatment access. Register here: bit.ly/3RJoxwZ
American Medical Women's Association / AMWA Unbiased Science Podcast American Association of Nurse Practitioners

06/11/2026

Mifepristone is far more than a political talking point, playing a significant role in evidence-based reproductive healthcare, patient autonomy, and access to safe medical treatment in ways that are often misunderstood.

This blog explores the science behind mifepristone, examining its safety profile, clinical uses, the research supporting its effectiveness, and how scientific evidence can help separate medical facts from political debate.

Read more through the Gender Equity Task Force: https://amwa-doc.org/mifepristone-101-separating-science-from-the-politics/

✊ Join: bit.ly/amwa-getf

Authors: Rhea Manohar, MPH; Leah Liszak, Sarv Raafati, Laura Andreson, MD on behalf of the Gender Equity Task Force Read the Statement from the Reproductive Health Coalition on Mifepristone Access […]

06/10/2026

S2E19: In this episode of Our Voices, Our Future, we’re joined by the bestselling author, financial advisor, and founder of Tanis Financial Group, Caroline Tanis. Today we will be diving into how Caroline guides women in designing their financial plans, from family planning to retirement.

06/10/2026

Celebrate Pride Month by educating yourself, supporting LGBTQ+ voices, and helping create a more equitable world for all. Inclusive communities are stronger, safer, and more supportive for everyone.

06/09/2026

Sexual health is a shared responsibility, but treatment inequities persist. ⚖️💊
This GETF poster from the AMWA 2026 Annual Meeting examined gender inequities in bacterial vaginosis treatment, highlighting how collaborative care, awareness, and advocacy can improve outcomes and promote equity in sexual health.

📍 Presented by: Jacqueline Ugwuneri, MS3
👥 Authors: Jacqueline Ugwuneri; Chelsea Oppong; Meghan Etsey; Rhea Manohar, MPH; Teresa Lazar, MD; Brianna Clark, DO; Roberta Gebhard, DO

06/09/2026

In this episode of Our Voices, Our Future (Season 2, Episode 37), we sit down with Dr. Kate, a board-certified neonatologist and digital creator who’s rewriting the narrative of what it looks like to be a woman in medicine. During this episode, we talk about her path into neonatology, the gender dynamics she’s navigated along the way, and why women remain underrepresented in leadership despite being the backbone of the workforce. We dig into the culture of medicine, how visibility and authenticity can shift the landscape, and the power of mentorship in opening doors that have historically been closed. Dr. Kate also shares how she uses her social platform to champion representation, empower women physicians to show up as their full selves, and inspire the next generation to lead boldly, on their own terms.

To learn more about Dr. Kate and her work: www.instagram.com/drkater
You can also reach out to Dr. Kate via email: [email protected]

06/09/2026

Communication in healthcare is often shaped by implicit bias, gender expectations, and patient perception. Women physicians are frequently evaluated differently despite comparable or improved patient outcomes.

This blog explores how gender influences communication styles, patient satisfaction scores, and professional evaluation in medicine.

Read more through the Gender Equity Task Force: https://amwa-doc.org/how-gender-affects-communication-in-the-exam-room-perception-vs-reality-in-patient-satisfaction-scores/
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Authors: Rhea Manohar, MPH; Meghan Etsey, Dr. Divya Krishnan on behalf of the AMWA Gender Equity Task Force Medicine is a conversational craft. Diagnosis, counseling and shared decision-making all ride […]

06/08/2026

S2E19: In this episode of Our Voices, Our Future, we’re joined by the bestselling author, financial advisor, and founder of Tanis Financial Group, Caroline Tanis. Today we will be diving into how Caroline guides women in designing their financial plans, from family planning to retirement.

06/08/2026

What is possible when physician fertility becomes a global conversation?
In our closing fireside chat, Dr. Rashma Kudesia and Barb Collura explored how storytelling,
advocacy, and collaboration can drive change for physicians worldwide. This Summit is just the
beginning…

06/08/2026

Wear your advocacy. 💜
Show your support for women in medicine with AMWA's Gender Equity Task Force (GETF) merchandise! Every purchase helps amplify our mission to advance gender equity, support women physicians and trainees, and create a stronger future for healthcare.

Whether you're in the clinic, classroom, or community, your AMWA gear is more than merchandise—it's a statement.
Shop your favorites and represent a movement that empowers women to lead, innovate, and transform medicine.

✨ Link to shop: https://www.bonfire.com/store/amwa-getf

The American Medical Women?s Association Gender Equity Task Force (AMWA GETF) strives to accomplish gender equity as a fact of life in society,