EndoEcho Educational Workshop

Lesley Boadu

Echoing Voices of Disparities in Endometriosis Through Education and Awareness

Building Constructive Communities Foundation

Join us for an event featuring a diverse lineup of speakers and panelists, including endometriosis and pelvic health surgical specialist Dr. Kenneth Barron and Dr. Jose Eugenio-Cólon, EndoEcho Initiative Founder Lesley Boadu, patient advocate and EndoArmy director Kianna Scott, maternal mental health specialist and doula Natasha Aldridge, pelvic floor physical therapists Amanda Miller and Emily Driscoll, mental health counselor Lucie Amrhein, with more to come!

It doesn’t stop at education! We’ll delve into the needs of future community outreach programs alongside you, our local community. Engage in interactive workshops and sessions where you can connect with specialists, and empower youth, people of color, the LGBTQ community, and fellow patients to foster community and discover improved care options!

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Monday

Doors Open

Join Social and Behavioral Science Researcher Julia Mandeville as we delve into the intersection of endometriosis care and racial disparities.

Disparities in Endometriosis 

A brief video delving into the history of endometriosis, highlighting the longstanding racial, gender, and age disparities in care and research.

Unveiling the Past

A brief video reviewing current understandings and misconceptions about endometriosis care and research today.

Exploring the Present

Reflect on what has been covered so far in your provided educational workbooks.

Workbooks and Journaling

Join our panel on endometriosis care disparities featuring Julia Mandeville, a Social/Behavioral Science Researcher and endometriosis patient; Shravani Bheema, a Data Science and Health Policy Specialist and endometriosis patient; and Kimether Shari, a Family Nurse Practitioner focusing on low-income and underinsured patients. They will discuss race, gender, socioeconomic, and access disparities in endometriosis care.

Panel: Navigating the Intersection of Endometriosis and Health Disparities

The conversation will be opened to our audience to ask questions of our panelists.

Tuesday

Informative breakout session on reviewing current medical, surgical, and non-surgical options for endometriosis care. Dr. Kenneth Barron will present in-person for adults, covering the latest advancements and treatments. Simultaneously, Dr. Jose Eugenio-Colon will lead a virtual session tailored for youth, offering insights into age-appropriate endometriosis care. This session provides valuable information for both adults and young patients, ensuring everyone has access to the best possible care options.

Comprehensive Approaches to Endometriosis

Join our breakout session where Kianna Scott will address pharmaceutical dilemmas with adults. She will be focusing on incentivized care and unethical prescribing practices as well as how poor socioeconomic groups may not have access to both pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical options. Lesley Boadu and Kharma Hall will cover safe birth control and pain medication practices for youth. This session aims to provide comprehensive insights into safe pharmaceutical decisions for both adults and young patients.

Navigating Pharmaceutical Choices for Adults and Youth

Join us for an insightful panel discussion on the latest advancements in endometriosis research featuring leading experts in the field. Dr. Nina Stachenfeld, a renowned researcher from Yale School of Medicine, will share her work on the impact of reproductive hormones on the vascular system. Dr. Christine N. Metz, a Professor at the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research, will discuss her research on dysfunctional inflammatory responses and her role as Co-Director of the ROSE study. Moderated by Lauren Kornegay, founder of Endo Black, Inc., this panel will highlight significant findings and future directions in endometriosis treatment and care. More to come.

Advancements in Endometriosis Research: Panel Discussion

Wednesday

Join Dr. Dan Martin as he discusses strategies for normalizing, raising awareness, and improving access to endometriosis care while addressing health disparities.

 Access in Endometriosis Care

Dr. Kailee Karst  DPT explores the crucial role of nutrition in managing endometriosis, discussing dietary strategies that can enhance overall health and well-being.

Nourishing Health: Nutrition's Role in Endometriosis Care

Panel Discussion: Empower Your Health on Nutrition and Endometriosis

Racial Disparities in GYN Healthcare & Empowering Patients for Systemic Impact

Panel Discussion: How we can Empower Change in GYN Care Disparities

Thursday

Exploring Non-Medical and Non-Invasive Pain Management Techniques

Innovative Approaches to Pain Management: A Panel Discussion 

 Endometriosis Care: LGBTQIA+ Medical Considerations and Perspectives

Sex, Intimacy, and Endometriosis: Inclusive Perspectives on Relationships Pane

Navigating Youth Endometriosis: Maintaining a Healthy Social Life

Open Floor: Sharing Lived Experiences and Testimonials from Attendees

Friday

Door Open

Join Dr. Driscoll and Dr. Miller as they delve into the fundamentals of pelvic floor physical therapy, explaining its principles, mechanisms, and potential benefits for endometriosis patients.

Empowering Pelvic Health: An Introduction to Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy

Join Dr. Qualls and Dr. Smith will join Dr. Driscoll and Dr. Miller for a panel discussion on pelvic floor physical therapy. Together, they will further explore its applications, answer audience questions, and discuss its impact on improving the lives of endometriosis patients.

Pelvic Floor PT Panel Discussion: Insights on Endometriosis and Beyond

Adult Endo and Infertility Medical Considerations Presentation 

Youth Lesson on Reproductive System – Impact of Endometriosis

Endo and Fertility Holistic Considerations Presentation (Adults)

Endo and Fertility LGBTQIA+ Considerations (Adult)

Youth Safe Sex Presentation

Panel: Endo and Fertility/Infertility

Saturday

Silent Auction Open and Vendor Open

In the personal and inspiring stories of four patients urgently searching for answers to mysterious symptoms, Below the Belt exposes widespread problems in our health care systems.

Below the Belt Viewing 

Join us for an enlightening speaker panel discussing the impactful documentary Below the Belt, featuring Shannon Cohn, a renowned filmmaker, lawyer, and social movement builder. She is joined by Lauren Kornegay, founder of EndoBlack, which provides a powerful platform for Black persons with endometriosis, and Les Henderson, founder of EndoQueer, who advocates for the intersection of endometriosis and LGBTQAI+ issues. Together, these speakers will explore the challenges and triumphs depicted in Below the Belt, examining broader implications for gender and race equity and inclusion, and highlighting the importance of community-driven initiatives in combating stigma and taboo.

Below the Belt Panel Discussion

Networking

Poetry can be a powerful tool for processing emotions. Write a poem about a personal experience from your health journey.  Share your story during our open poetry session. 

Poetry Sharing

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