Providing health education to the Orthodox Jewish community and supporting a network of current and future Jewish female physicians
Become a memberThe JOWMA podcast and information “hotline” were created to provide accurate information from an evidenced-based standpoint about health related topics including various medical issues, mental and behavioral health, wellness and safety. While our talks are designed for the entire spectrum of the Jewish community, they can be appreciated by anyone looking for more health information.
The “Specialty Spotlight’’ series is geared for pre-med students, medical students, and anyone who wants to learn more about various medical specialties. Each month, a physicianof a different specialty is featured. Listenerswill learn more about the day-to-day practice, fellowship options, path of training andresearch opportunities specific to eachspecialty. Interviewees share their motivations for choosing their career path and give advice based on personal experiences.
The Teen Health committee seeks to extendthese resources to Jewish teenagers as they navigate their own adolescence, a time markedby physical and emotional change, growing autonomy and vulnerability. Our mission is to educate teenagers and their families about allthat they may experience during this time period, including puberty, body image and reproductive health.
The mission of the Mental Health committee is to provide education regarding mental wellness and emotional challenges. We target our public awareness efforts toward reducing stigma and educating the community about how to seek help and support when needed.
The Women’s Health Committee and its volunteers work to educate orthodox womenon a multitude of topics related to their health and well-being, and empower them toadvocate for themselves as such.