For far too long, women have been left out of the conversations about their own health. They have been dismissed, misguided, or downright ignored when asking questions about their bodies. Millions of women lack access to the care they need, especially those in their post-reproductive years.  Enter Dr. Sharon Malone — a leading obstetrician, gynecologist, menopause practitioner, and champion for women's health. With three decades of experience in treating patients, she’s made it her mission to shine a light on the myriad health issues facing women, especially those that are often overlooked or dismissed. In this episode of Beyond the Prescription, Dr. Malone talks about the challenges facing women’s health today, and her own journey as the youngest of eight children to the becoming one of the nation’s leading experts in women’s health. Together, Dr. McBride and Dr. Malone discuss what is needed to achieve true equality in women’s healthcare and how to empower women with the information and resources they need to make informed decisions about their health. A new episode launches every Tuesday. Beyond the Prescription is hosted by Dr. Lucy McBride (https://lucymcbride.com/podcast) and produced by kglobal (https://kglobal.com/podcast-studio). Get full access to Are You Okay? at lucymcbride.substack.com/subscribe