Women's Health & Funding - Less than 1% of funding is spent on women over 40 [3] - Women live 20% more of their lives with chronic disease or mental health disorders [3] - 50% of patients with unexplained infertility have endometriosis [3] - It takes women 7 to 10 years to get an endometriosis diagnosis after symptoms start [3] Menstrual Cycle & Health - Irregular menstrual cycles should be a cause for concern [1] - Lack of a period is harmful to long-term health, brain health, mental health, low energy, mood, and libido [1] Women's Health Discussions & Education - There is a lack of public discussion and education regarding women's health issues [2][3][4] - Patients often normalize pain, delaying diagnosis and treatment [4]

Innovation & Technology in Healthcare - Innovation involves combining existing elements in novel ways, differentiating leaders from followers [6] - The speaker's health challenges spurred the development of innovative surgical tools and techniques, including a specialized stool for operating despite physical limitations [7] - The speaker pioneered Asia Pacific Gyne robotic surgery using yogaras in 2022 [8] Addressing Infertility with Regenerative Medicine - Infertility significantly impacts couples emotionally, physically, and psychologically [8] - Regenerative medicine, including activated PRP and stem cells, is used to improve egg quality and quantity in women facing early menopause or poor oocyte quality [12] - Regenerative medicine is utilized to treat thin endometrium, improving the chances of successful implantation [10] - The speaker's team successfully used regenerative medicine to save pregnancies threatened by premature rupture of membranes and large fibroids [13][14] Personal Resilience & Vision - Overcoming chronic illnesses, including heart failure and a rare autoimmune disorder, has been a significant part of the speaker's journey [3][5] - The speaker emphasizes the importance of self-belief, challenging oneself, and continuous learning and training [15] - The speaker advocates for finding tailored solutions and pushing boundaries to achieve what seems impossible [16][17]

Reproductive Health Crisis & Challenges - The United States faces a reproductive health crisis with poor outcomes compared to other developed countries, including declining fertility, rising infertility and pregnancy complications, and high maternal mortality rates, especially among Black and Indigenous people [4][5] - Current healthcare systems often overlook the critical moments that profoundly shape reproductive health outcomes, focusing instead on interventions like IVF [4] - By the time individuals seek fertility treatment, a critical window of opportunity has often been missed [12] Factors Influencing Reproductive Health - Health before pregnancy significantly impacts pregnancy outcomes, predicting a woman's midlife health, longevity, and the health of the next generation [10] - Environmental factors, including diet, exercise, sleep, stress management, and exposure to toxins, play a large role in reproductive health [9][14][15] - Social determinants of health, such as access to safe spaces, fresh food, reliable healthcare, and supportive workplace policies, significantly influence reproductive wellness [16][17] Recommendations & Solutions - The industry needs to shift from treating fertility as something to fix to something to nurture, emphasizing health before conception [19] - Democratizing access to complete fertility care is crucial, alongside critical thinking about the environment surrounding family building [13] - Advocacy for paid parental leave, affordable childcare, workplace and environmental regulations, and reliable access to high-quality healthcare and reproductive education is essential [17][18]