Dr. Suzi Siegel is a board-certified Emergency Medicine physician and a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner who is dedicated to helping women navigate perimenopause and menopause with confidence and clarity. With more than 30 years of experience caring for patients in busy emergency rooms, Dr. Siegel has witnessed firsthand the serious health consequences that can occur when women are not properly educated or supported through this stage of life. Today, through Menopause Matters MD, she is on a mission to provide women with science-backed guidance and personalized care that empowers them to build a foundation for lifelong health and vitality.

Throughout her career, Dr. Siegel has treated countless women suffering from complications related to declining estrogen levels, including hip fractures, recurrent urinary tract infections, heart attacks, and strokes. Rather than simply treating these emergencies, she is now focused on preventing them. She joins us today to discuss the realities of perimenopause and menopause, the importance of proactive healthcare, and how the choices women make today can have a profound impact on their future well-being.

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Hosts:

Shannon Johnson – sjohnson@bhhschicago.com

Jasmine Shapiro – jshapiro@bhhschicago.com

Mindy Leonard – mindy@superorganizedspaces.com

Jordan Kagan – jordanthemanofsilver@gmail.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonandjasmine/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shannonandjasmine

Website: https://shannonandjasmine.bhhschicago.com/

Links:

Website: https://menopausemattersmd.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/menopausemattersmd/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suzanne-donick-siegel-md-facep-mscp-4885b9283/

Produced by: Dave Couto with Bright Vox Audio

Edited by: Michael Collins

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Josh Rosenfeld is the Founder and CEO of AlwaysHere, an innovative AI platform designed to support families caring for loved ones with autism and dementia through voice-based companions. A lifelong technologist and entrepreneur, Josh brings over three decades of experience building digital products used by millions, having worked with leading organizations such as Apple, Humana, Walgreens, and Zillow, where he served as Creative Director. As a neurodivergent innovator, Josh approaches technology with a deeply personal and human-centered lens, creating tools that prioritize connection, consistency, and real-life impact.

In this episode, Josh shares the powerful story behind AlwaysHere, including the personal experiences and defining moments that led to its creation. He walks us through how voice-based AI companions can reduce caregiver stress, improve continuity of care, and provide meaningful, 24/7 support for families. Josh also highlights the real-world impact of his work, the gaps that exist in current care systems, and how simple, accessible technology can make a profound difference in the lives of both caregivers and their loved ones.

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Hosts:

Shannon Johnson – sjohnson@bhhschicago.com

Jasmine Shapiro – jshapiro@bhhschicago.com

Mindy Leonard – mindy@superorganizedspaces.com

Jordan Kagan – jordanthemanofsilver@gmail.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonandjasmine/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shannonandjasmine

Website: shannonandjasmine.bhhschicago.com

Links:

Josh Rosenfeld

📞 248-909-9353

✉️ josh@alwayshere.app

🌐 https://alwayshere.app

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosenlink/

Free Training: https://gaps.alwayshere.app

Produced by: Dave Couto with Bright Vox Audio

Edited by: Michael Collins

Mary Fedorowski is the Chief Executive Officer of Avoa Health, a concierge patient advocacy service dedicated to supporting individuals with chronic illnesses and their families. With over twenty years of experience navigating the healthcare system, Mary is passionate about ensuring patients receive the highest level of personalized care so they can focus on healing and spending meaningful time with their loved ones. Through Avoa Health, she helps families cut through the complexities of healthcare, providing guidance, advocacy, and clarity during some of life’s most challenging moments.

In this episode, Mary shares why many families wait until a crisis—such as a fall, stroke, or medical emergency—before seeking help, and how proactive planning can make all the difference. She also explains the critical distinction between hospital-employed navigators and independent patient advocates, and why even highly capable family members can struggle to manage a loved one’s care within today’s complex healthcare system. Mary offers valuable insights on how the right support can ease stress, improve outcomes, and empower families to make informed decisions.

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Hosts:

Shannon Johnson – sjohnson@bhhschicago.com

Jasmine Shapiro – jshapiro@bhhschicago.com

Mindy Leonard – mindy@superorganizedspaces.com

Jordan Kagan – jordanthemanofsilver@gmail.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonandjasmine/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shannonandjasmine

Website: https://shannonandjasmine.bhhschicago.com/

Links:

Mary Fedorowski

📞 312-434-5708

✉️ mary@avoahealth.com

🌐 https://avoahealth.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maryfedorowski-avoa/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/avoahealth/

Produced by: Dave Couto with Bright Vox Audio

Edited by: Michael Collins