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Dr. Irfan Firdaus is a medical oncologist specializing in gastrointestinal cancers and a clinical researcher dedicated to treating patients at their most critical moments. Beyond medicine, he is also my husband, a father of three, and part of a dual-physician household navigating the realities of two demanding careers.In today’s episode, Irfan joins me to break down what it really takes to build a marriage when both partners have high-stakes, high-pressure careers that never truly turn off and how you can make it work without sacrificing your relationship or your family.We dive into how our relationship started, what we thought marriage would look like as two doctors, and the real strategies that help you balance long hours, demanding work, and raising a family without losing connection with your partner.Irfan shares the exact systems that have kept our family running for decades, including how to plan your weeks, protect your time, and create non-negotiables like date nights and family dinners so your relationship doesn’t get lost in the chaos.We also break down one of the biggest mistakes dual-career couples make: bringing work home. You’ll learn how to mentally switch off, separate work from home life, and actually be present with your family even after the most stressful days.Join us today to learn how to manage two demanding careers without burning out your relationship, build systems that actually reduce stress, raise independent and resilient kids, stay present where it matters most, and create a family that thrives even when life gets chaotic.Dr. Irfan Firdaus's Links:https://www.linkedin.com/in/irfan-firdaus-4875085Dr Somi Javaid's Links:https://www.linkedin.com/in/somi-javaidhttps://www.drsomi.com/Personalized menopause and sexual health care, longer visits, trusted experts, all from home: https://www.HerMD.com

Jennifer Sears is an actress with a 20-year career in film and television, best known for her breakout role in Madea’s Family Reunion and her work on Tyler Perry’s Divorce Sistas. She has used her platform to raise awareness about endometriosis after being misdiagnosed for years and eventually diagnosed with stage 4 disease.In today’s episode, Jennifer joins me to discuss her journey with endometriosis, how her symptoms were dismissed for years as “normal period pain”, and the treatments she had to undergo.We dive into why endometriosis is so often missed or dismissed, how medical gaslighting delays diagnosis for years, and the connection between chronic pain, infertility, and inflammation. Jennifer also shares her experience with infertility and how she was finally diagnosed after years of being overlooked.Our discussion explores the impact of endometriosis on mental health, relationships, career, and daily life. We also discuss available diagnosis and treatment options and the limitations in the healthcare system that make diagnosis and treatment so difficult.Jennifer also talks about endometriosis symptoms you should not ignore, lifestyle changes that can help manage symptoms, and how to advocate for yourself and others in healthcare.Join us today as we dive into endometriosis symptoms you should not ignore, how to advocate for yourself in healthcare, the truth about diagnosis and treatment options, and how you can help others feel seen and get the help they need.Jennifer Sears's Links:https://www.instagram.com/iamjensears/Dr Somi Javaid's Links:https://www.linkedin.com/in/somi-javaidhttps://www.drsomi.com/Personalized menopause and sexual health care, longer visits, trusted experts, all from home: https://www.HerMD.com

Priya Bathija is the Founder and CEO of Nyoo Health, an Healthcare Executive, founder of the SABA Institute and former leader at the American Hospital Association. She has spent her career shaping healthcare policy, advising major health systems, and now helps organizations close the massive gap in care that impacts millions of women.Today, Priya joins me to break down why women’s healthcare is still fundamentally broken and what it actually takes to fix it from inside the system.Priya shares how her experience exposed a major disconnect in the healthcare system that causes entire phases of a woman’s life to be overlooked.We dive into why most healthcare organizations believe they need massive capital to improve women’s health and why that belief is wrong. Priya explains how hospitals can make meaningful progress with practical, step-by-step changes using the resources they already have.Our conversation also covers the loss of female clinicians, actionable solutions around flexible work structures, childcare support, and how providers can actually sustain long-term careers.Join us today as we dive into why women’s healthcare is failing, how to fix it without rebuilding the system, how to retain female clinicians, and what it takes to create lasting change in healthcare.Priya Bathija's Links:https://www.linkedin.com/in/pbathija/https://www.nyoohealth.com/about/Dr Somi Javaid's Links:https://www.linkedin.com/in/somi-javaidhttps://www.drsomi.com/Personalized menopause and sexual health care, longer visits, trusted experts, all from home: https://www.HerMD.com

A lot of women think painful sex, low pleasure, or difficulty reaching orgasm is just something they have to live with. But that belief is one of the biggest problems. Because pain during sex… difficulty with orgasm… and changes in sexual function are signals from your body that something isn’t right. In this episode, I break down the real medical reasons behind some of the most common sexual health struggles women experience. I explain why pain during sex is never normal, even though many women have been conditioned to believe that it is. You’ll learn: The three main types of sexual pain doctors evaluate and the conditions that cause them.The science of orgasm and why so many women struggle with it.The treatment options most women don’t realize exist.The tools you can use therapeutically to improve blood flow, reduce pain signals, and support your sexual function. I also answer common questions women ask but rarely get answers to, including whether medications like Viagra can be used for female sexual health and how doctors approach treatment using a full biopsychosocial model. If you’ve ever wondered whether what you’re experiencing is “normal,” this episode may change how you think about your sexual health.Dr Somi Javaid's Links:https://www.linkedin.com/in/somi-javaidhttps://www.drsomi.com/Personalized menopause and sexual health care, longer visits, trusted experts, all from home: https://www.HerMD.com

Jamie Greenwood is a Somatic Life and Leadership Coach who has spent nearly 20 years helping people reclaim their time, energy, and identity through healthy boundaries. She is also the host of The Path Home podcast and the creator of the transformational coaching program “Homecoming.”In today’s episode of the Disrupt Her podcast, Jamie joins me to talk about setting boundaries and the kind of boundaries that actually change your life. She shares why so many people fear setting boundaries and the hidden emotional patterns that keep high-performing women stuck in burnout.We dive into the psychology behind boundaries, including why discomfort feels like harm, what prevents people from saying no, and the factors that shape our relationship with self-sacrifice and approval.We share some deeply personal stories that reveal how suppressing the truth can physically show up in the body. Jamie also reveals the powerful connection between stress, health, and emotional alignment.Our conversation expands into real-life tools for reclaiming control of your schedule, protecting your energy, and communicating needs without over-explaining. Jamie also breaks down the difference between healthy boundaries and extreme “no contact,” and how respecting others’ boundaries actually builds trust and strengthens relationships.Join us today as we discuss healthy boundaries, burnout recovery, people-pleasing, emotional capacity, self-trust, and how to truly love yourself and others from a safe distance.Jamie Greenwood's Links:https://web.facebook.com/jamie.m.greenwood/https://jamiegreenwood.co/Dr Somi Javaid's Links:https://www.linkedin.com/in/somi-javaidhttps://www.drsomi.com/Personalized menopause and sexual health care, longer visits, trusted experts, all from home: https://www.HerMD.com