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de Sarah Boyles
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Lots of women have bladder leaking and no one wants to talk about it. And then when you bring it up to your doctor, you're stuck waiting months to see a specialist. I'm Sarah Boyles, an experienced board-certified Urogynecologist and each week I'll combine medicine, science and my expertise to help you understand your bladder and your body and what you can do to get started!
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- Stronger Starts, Better Recoveries: How to Improve Your Surgical Outcomes · 20 min · Sezonul 3 Episodul 25No one ever wants surgery, but if you need it, you absolutely want the best possible outcome. In this episode of While You Wait… I share practical, science-backed steps you can…
- Exploring the Overlap: Urogynecology and Colorectal Health · 33 min · Sezonul 3 Episodul 24If you’ve ever wondered why hemorrhoids, constipation, or “smearing” show up with pelvic floor symptoms, or what actually happens in a colorectal exam, this episode makes it…
- First-Line Treatments for Overactive Bladder · 15 min · Sezonul 3 Episodul 23Overactive bladder (urgency urinary incontinence) can feel overwhelming, emotionally and physically. Many women silently cycle through denial, frustration, and finally…
- Overcoming Stress Urinary Incontinence: Practical Steps and Solutions · 17 minNot sure where to start with bladder leaks? In this episode, I break down the first steps for tackling stress urinary incontinence, which is leaks that occur with coughing…
- From Anxiety to Empowerment: The Truth About Pelvic Floor Therapy · 28 min · Sezonul 3 Episodul 21Pelvic floor physical therapy can feel intimidating, especially when you don’t know what to expect. In this episode, I sit down with MJ Strauhal, one of Portland’s most…
- Empowering Patients: Navigating Healthcare and Communication Strategies · 26 min · Sezonul 3 Episodul 20In this episode, we dive into the challenges and strategies of discussing intimate and potentially embarrassing health issues like bladder leaking with healthcare providers. I…
- Pessaries: A Modern Tool for Treating Prolapse and Incontinence · 14 min · Sezonul 3 Episodul 19Pessaries have come a long way from their ancient origins. Today, they're sleek, medical-grade silicone devices that can help with prolapse and stress incontinence, no surgery…
- Understanding Hormones and Bladder Health · 19 min · Sezonul 3 Episodul 18Hormones play a bigger role in bladder health than most women realize. In this week's episode of "while you wait…" podcast, I break down how estrogen shifts during perimenopause…
- Vacation-Ready: How to Manage Bladder Leaks While You Travel · 13 min · Sezonul 3 Episodul 17Planning a vacation but nervous about traveling with bladder issues? You're not alone, and you're not out of options. In this episode, I share practical, proactive strategies for…
- Set It and Forget It: How eCoin Is Revolutionizing OAB Treatment · 22 min · Sezonul 3 Episodul 16I sat down with Jim Surek, CEO of Valencia Technologies, to explore eCoin, an innovative tibial nerve stimulator designed to treat overactive bladder (OAB) with fewer visits…
- Exhausted, Foggy, and Ignored: The Hormone Conversation Every Woman Deserves with Dr. Lara Williams · 40 min · Sezonul 3 Episodul 15In this powerful episode, I interview Dr. Laua Williams, a practicing OB/GYN with extensive training in functional, restorative, and integrative medicine. We dive deep into how…
- From Pain to Peace: Callie Krajcir's Journey with Interstitial Cystitis · 33 min · Sezonul 3 Episodul 14What happens when your bladder pain starts in childhood, but doctors don't believe you until adulthood? In this episode, I talk with Callie Krajcir, IC dietitian, coach, and…
- Nocturia: Why You're Waking to Pee at Night (and What You Can Do About It) · 12 min · Sezonul 3 Episodul 13In this episode, I'll break down the real reasons behind getting up at night to pee, a condition called nocturia. From overactive bladder to fluid intake and systemic conditions…
- The Truth About Overactive Bladder Medications: Benefits, Risks, and Alternatives · 13 min · Sezonul 3 Episodul 12If you've ever been prescribed medication for overactive bladder, you might wonder what it's actually doing and what the risks are. In this episode, I break down the two main…
- Understanding GSM: What Every Woman Needs to Know About Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause · 16 min · Sezonul 3 Episodul 11In this episode, I'm talking about something I see all the time in my practice but that too many women still suffer through in silence: Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM)…
- Advances in Overactive Bladder Treatment with Dr. Suzette Sutherland · 49 min · Sezonul 3 Episodul 10In this episode, I sat down with Dr. Suzette Sutherland, a seasoned urologist who recently transitioned from the University of Washington to a large urology group in Arizona. Dr…
- Understanding Tibial Nerve Stimulation for Overactive Bladder · 18 min · Sezonul 3 Episodul 9If you've tried lifestyle changes and medications for overactive bladder, but you're still dealing with urgency, frequency, or leaks, you're not out of options. In this episode…
- Your Pelvic Health Questions: Answered · 19 min · Sezonul 3 Episodul 8In this episode, I’m answering some of the most common (and commonly avoided) questions about women’s pelvic health, questions that too often go unasked but deeply affect the…
- Understanding Prolapse: Real Questions, Real Answers with Jeanice Mitchell · 16 min · Sezonul 3 Episodul 7This week's podcast is about prolapse—what it is, how it affects daily life, and what you can do about it. A few weeks ago, I joined Janice Mitchell from MyPFM and had the chance…
- When UTIs Keep Coming Back—What You Need to Know · 21 min · Sezonul 3 Episodul 6This episode was inspired by a recent coaching group I joined with Janice Mitchell, a pelvic floor physical therapist with incredible insight and compassion. The women in that…







