In recognition of September as Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Awareness Month, host Heather L. Maurer, MA, CAE, joins Dr. Genevieve Hofmann, DNP, WHNP-BC, MSCP, NPWH Board of Director to discuss the pathophysiology, diagnostic criteria, and management of PCOS. Together, they explore the impact PCOS has on various health systems, including metabolism, cardiovascular health, and fertility throughout the lifespan, emphasizing a multidisciplinary approach to effective PCOS management.

This episode is sponsored by Lilli Health.

Show Notes:

NPWH is a professional community for WHNPs, APRNs, and students, providing career growth opportunities, connections, and support in women’s and gender-related healthcare. To learn more about NPWH member benefits and our community, visit www.npwh.org. Currently, you can receive a $10 discount for NPWH membership by using the code NPWH2025!

Genevieve Hofmann, DNP, WHNP-BC, MSCP

Resources and Information:

Her Health Matters – LinkedIn Page

During the 28th Annual NPWH Women’s Healthcare Conference this year in Las Vegas, Nevada, on October 1-3, Dr. Genevieve Hofmann, DNP, WHNP-BC, MSCP, will hold a plenary session titled “PCOS: The Basics, A Multidisciplinary Approach.” This session will be made available for purchase via our LMS on January 1, 2026.

Continuing Education: Join the NPWH newsletter to learn more about our continuing education offerings as they come out! Currently, there is a variety of CEs available on our learning management system.

Sponsorship/Advertising: If you have an interest in advertising or sponsoring a Her Health Matters episode, please email hmaurer@npwh.org, Heather L. Maurer, MA, CAE, Chief Executive Officer.

Her Health Matters is produced by Association Briefings.

In 2025, Her Health Matters was nominated for PR Daily’s 2025 Nonprofit Awards in the prestigious “Awards of Distinction: Nonprofit Communications Campaign of the Year” category. NPWH joins a distinguished group of organizations being recognized for communications campaigns that sparked awareness, inspired engagement, and advanced missions that matter.