Mind Movers #42 — Phillipa Kaye

In this compelling episode of Mind Movers, Rhona Eskander sits down with Dr Philippa Kaye, a GP, author, and menopause expert who's become a powerful voice in medical communication. Their honest conversation traverses the landscape of women's health, from medical misogyny to the science of menopause. Dr Kaye shares her personal cancer journey with raw vulnerability, offering profound insights on resilience and self-discovery. The discussion challenges societal stigmas and highlights how historical biases continue to shape women's healthcare experiences today.In This Episode00:01:40 - Early life and medical career 00:03:35 - The power of medical communication 00:06:35 - Comparing dentistry and medicine as career paths 00:12:40 - Medical misogyny and gender health gap 00:21:05 - The origin of "hysteria" and medical sexism 00:24:20 - Mind-body connection in medicine 00:29:05 - Psychedelic medicine research 00:33:55 - Personal cancer journey 00:43:15 - Cancer rates and prevention 00:47:40 - The pursuit of happiness vs. suffering for goals 00:49:45 - Weight loss medications in society 00:55:50 - Body image and societal standards 01:05:25 - Menopause science and education 01:09:10 - Factors affecting menopause timingAbout Dr Philippa KayeDr Philippa Kaye is a practising GP, author, and prominent medical communicator who specialises in women's health and menopause education. With her background from Cambridge and King's College London, she divides her time between clinical practice and media work, where she translates complex medical information into accessible language for millions through television appearances and books including "The Science of Menopause."