From Idea to Impact: The Evolution of FemInEM with Dr. Dara Kass

We cover FemInEM’s first iteration and why we relaunched with a renewed focus on equity and reproductive healthcare. 00:00 Introduction to FemInEM and Today’s Episode 02:58 The Origin Story of FemInEM 10:05 Reproductive Healthcare and Philanthropy 13:29 FemInEM’s Long-Term Plans 17:50 Conclusion

Host Dr. Jailyn Avila joins Drs. Morgan Bowling and Sabena Vaswani for a conversation about their journeys in emergency medicine and reproductive healthcare. Together, they explore the vital role of the emergency department in delivering comprehensive reproductive care, including the development of protocols for contraceptive prescribing. 0:00 Introduction 4:56 Morgan’s Path to Reproductive Health 9:58 Sabena’s Journey to Reproductive Health 14:00 Cultural and Systemic Barriers to Providing Evidence-Based Reproductive Care 19:00 The Role of Education and Protocols 23:53 Building Interdisciplinary Partnerships 36:08 Advice for Starting Reproductive Health Initiatives 42:47 Closing Thoughts

Dr. Jailyn Avila sits down with Dr. Jess Adkins to discuss her journey through emergency medicine and health policy. They explore how personal loss shaped her advocacy, the impact of care restrictions after Roe, and why persistence and authenticity matter in the fight for reproductive healthcare.   00:00 Introduction: Embracing Good Trouble 00:30 Welcome to the FemInEM Podcast 01:17 Meet Dr. Jess Adkins 02:19 Early Career and Ultrasound Adventures 05:09 Career Journey  15:28 Navigating Reproductive Health Challenges 20:25 Advocacy and Personal Experience 31:05 Authenticity in Medicine 41:16 Empowering Future Advocates 45:01 Conclusion: Fueling Change in Healthcare

Dr. Jailyn Avila sits down with Drs. Andrea Austin and Jenny Castillo Cato to unpack burnout in emergency medicine—exploring the toll it takes, the inequities that intensify it, and the strategies that can help physicians protect their wellbeing and purpose.

What does it look like to empower emergency providers in a state where care is under attack? Dr. Jailyn Avila interviews Drs. Lauren Fine and Priya Ghelani about their work in Texas—bringing reproductive health education to residencies and community hospitals—and how it’s changed both the system and themselves.

In this kickoff episode, Drs. Jailyn Avila, Rebecca Hellmann, and Dara Kass reintroduce FemInEM and unveil the mission behind their new podcast: tackling gender equity, reproductive healthcare, and workplace culture in emergency medicine. Get a behind-the-scenes look at what’s coming this season, how you can get involved, and why this relaunch matters now more than ever.

Dr. Dara Kass and Dr. Sophia Spadafore discuss mifepristone prescribing in emergency departments in light of recent events. Important resources include: M&A Hotline, You Always Have Options, and the Walgreens mifepristone Resource Hub.

Dr. Diane Birnbaumer and Dr. Tracy Sanson are well known on the Emergency Medicine Speaker Circuit. In their FIX19 talk, they share the lessons they have learned as they have built this important part of their careers.  Watch the video version of their talk here.

Joannie Yeh MD is a primary care pediatrician and a clinical assistant professor of pediatrics at the Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University. In her FIX19 talk, Dr. Yeh uses her personal experiences and growth to explore self awareness and emotional intelligence. Watch the video version of her talk here.

In her FIX19 talk, Dr. Daphne Owen focuses on the impact we can have outside the walls of the ED, and implores us, as medical professionals, to use our power within our communities to be advocates for vulnerable populations and make positive change for our communities.  Watch the video version of her talk here.