PCOS & Power: Building a Nonprofit That Heals with Megan Stewart

Victoria Icenhower welcomes Megan Stewart to discuss her journey with PCOS and her role in founding PCOSAA. Megan shares her personal diagnosis and the challenges faced due to underfunded research. The conversation highlights PCOSAA's growth, key initiatives like PCOS Con and the Man of Teal program. They discuss the importance of research, partnerships, and resources for finding PCOS-aware doctors. Megan reflects on the personal fulfillment and challenges of running PCOSAA, balancing commitments, and advocacy efforts, including attending Dr. Biden's Women's Health Conference.

Chapters

• 0:00 Introduction of Megan Stewart and PCOSAA
• 1:55 Explaining PCOS and Underfunding of Research
• 4:37 Megan's Diagnosis and Dealing with Symptoms
• 10:49 Founding and Growth of PCOSAA
• 18:52 PCOS Con: Key Sessions and Man of Teal Program
• 24:31 Adapting PCOSAA Initiatives during COVID-19
• 27:42 Research and Partnerships for PCOS Awareness
• 30:40 Resources for Finding PCOS-aware Doctors and Networking
• 33:22 PCOSAA's Volunteer Efforts and Future Vision
• 36:29 Personal Fulfillment and Challenges in Running PCOSAA
• 37:13 Balancing Life, Travel, and PCOSAA Commitments
• 39:08 Advocacy at Dr. Biden's Women's Health Conference
• 42:09 Self-Advocacy Advice and Resources for PCOS
• 44:23 Contact Information and Social Media
• 45:30 Closing Remarks and Gratitude