I am thrilled to have published my book, Bringing a Voice to the Silent Divide: Gender and Health in Forgotten Communities .  This book began with a simple but painful realization: so many people—especially women and gender-diverse individuals in underserved communities—are suffering in silence when it comes to their health and otherwise. And worse, too few are listening.  I first started noticing the inequities not just in hospitals or clinics, but in classrooms and workpl

Gender Bias in Research: Much of the foundational research in sleep medicine has been conducted on men, leading to a knowledge gap regarding gender-specific presentations and treatments. My interview with Dr. Chaaru Sabharwal revealed ways to bridge the gender gap in sleep medicine and the several strategies that should be implemented. It is important to educate healthcare professionals about gender-specific manifestations of sleep disorders to improve diagnosis and treatm

I am overjoyed to share a remarkable charitable effort that I spearheaded this September. This initiative led to the donation of essential items such as clothes, books, household goods, electronics, and dedicated coaching time to support homeless women and children associated with the Good Shepherd of Northern Virginia. This incredible organization resonates deeply with me because of their unwavering commitment to serving as a beacon of hope for homeless women and their fami