Northwell Health’s Katz Institute for Women’s Health partners with Hearst Magazines for Women’s Health Health Lab event
May 20 2024 - 3:10PM
Business Wire
The inaugural Women’s Health Health Lab was
held on May 15, drawing Northwell’s top medical experts, thought
leaders, and advocates to address pressing women’s health
issues
A star-studded and powerful room of women’s health advocates,
experts, and leaders came together at Hearst Tower in New York City
on May 15 for the inaugural Women’s Health Health Lab in
partnership with the Northwell Health’s Katz Institute for Women’s
Health (KIWH). The event delved into a spectrum of health issues
crucial to women's well-being.
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(left to right) Dr. Dawnette Lewis,
Chelsea Clinton, Christy Turlington Burns and Pilar Guzmán speak
onstage during the Women's Health Hosts Inaugural Health Lab at
Hearst Tower on May 15, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Ilya S.
Savenok/Getty Images for Hearst)
Hosted by Women’s Health in partnership with KIWH, the full-day,
invitation-only event addressed women's diverse health concerns and
featured insightful discussions and panels on topics such as health
equity, heart health, menopause, maternal health, sports and
fitness, and more.
“Women spend more years of their lives in ‘poor health’ than
men. Time spent negotiating health conditions for which we need to
find more answers. Time away from loved ones, time not spent
following their dreams, or pursuing their careers. We can change
this,” said special guest First Lady Jill Biden during her remarks
at the event. “Together, we will build a health care system where
women aren’t an after-thought, but a first-thought.”
The esteemed lineup of speakers included distinguished
individuals from various fields to help foster productive
conversations to speak about change and advocate for women’s health
equity:
- Dr. Jill Biden, First Lady of the United States
- Christy Turlington Burns, Founder & President of Every
Mother Counts
- Kristin Chenoweth, Emmy® and Tony® Award-Winning Actress &
Singer
- Chelsea Clinton, Author, Advocate, and Vice Chair of the
Clinton Foundation
- Julianna Margulies, Emmy® Award-Winning Actress
- Tunde Oyeneyin, NYT Bestselling Author, Motivational Speaker
& Peloton Instructor
- Midge Purce, Professional Soccer Player, U.S. Women’s National
Team & NY/NJ Gotham FC
During the event, Hearst Magazines’ editors moderated thoughtful
discussions among the invited speakers and KIWH medical experts,
including:
- Jill Kalman, MD, EVP, Chief Medical Officer, Northwell
Health
- Tara Narula, MD, Associate Director, Lenox Hill Women’s Heart
Program
- Stephanie McNally, MD, VP of the OB/GYN Service Line &
Director of OB/GYN Services, Katz Institute for Women's Health
- Dawnette Lewis, MD, Director of Northwell Health’s Center for
Maternal Health
- Laura Braider, PhD, AVP of College Mental Health, Northwell
Health
“The U.S. healthcare system historically adhered to a
male-centric model, overlooking the distinct health needs of
women,” said Stacey E. Rosen, MD, executive director, Katz
Institute for Women’s Health & senior vice president of women’s
health at Northwell Health. “Events like this are crucial for
fostering dialogue and raising awareness about the unique health
challenges facing women. By convening experts and thought leaders
and refocusing on research, clinical care, and education, we can
initiate meaningful conversations, share insights, and ultimately
drive positive change in women’s healthcare.”
The Katz Institute for Women’s Health is dedicated to improving
the health of women across their lifespan, bridging the gap between
wellness and personalized care delivery. With a single focus on
women, the Katz Institute provides a complete healthcare connection
and defines the standards of excellence in patient-centered women’s
health care. The Katz Institute is a convener and amplifier of
Northwell Health’s women’s health initiatives, focused on
supporting sex- and gender-specific research, providing expert,
coordinated clinical care and educating the community on prevention
and well-being.
For more information about the KIWH, click here.
About Northwell Health
Northwell Health is New York State’s largest health care
provider and private employer, with 21 hospitals, about 900
outpatient facilities and more than 12,000 affiliated physicians.
We care for over two million people annually in the New York metro
area and beyond, thanks to philanthropic support from our
communities. Our 85,000 employees – 18,900 nurses and 4,900
employed doctors, including members of Northwell Health Physician
Partners – are working to change health care for the better. We’re
making breakthroughs in medicine at the Feinstein Institutes for
Medical Research. We're training the next generation of medical
professionals at the visionary Donald and Barbara Zucker School of
Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell and the Hofstra Northwell School of
Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies. For information on our
more than 100 medical specialties, visit Northwell.edu and follow
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Matthew Libassi 631-793-5325 mlibassi@northwell.edu