Evidence, Autonomy & A New Model of Care: Rebuilding Women’s Health with Dr. Michelle Jacobson

What happens when the future of women’s healthcare is shaped by both clinical excellence and human experience? In this episode of She Has The Audacity, I’m joined by Dr. Michelle Jacobson—OBGYN, researcher, and co-founder of Coven—for a bold, evidence-informed conversation on the future of women’s health. With over a decade of experience at the forefront of academic medicine, Michelle brings both clinical expertise and systemic vision to topics that are too often met with confusion, stigma, or silence. We talk about the real challenges facing modern obstetrics and gynecology: from the persistent gap between research and practice, to the harmful effects of coercive care, fragmented systems, and outdated communication models. More importantly, we explore what’s possible when we center evidence, shared decision-making, and deep respect for patient experience. This isn’t about abandoning the system—it’s about upgrading it. Michelle is not only building a different kind of clinic; she’s modeling a different kind of leadership. One that is collaborative. Data-literate. Grounded in compassion. And committed to long-term change—both for patients and for providers. If you’ve ever left a medical appointment with more questions than answers… if you’ve ever felt like your concerns were dismissed… if you’re a provider who knows there’s a better way to care—this episode is for you. We go deep on: ✨ What “evidence-based care” really means—and why it must include the patient’s voice ✨ The invisible impact of birth trauma and the systemic factors that perpetuate it ✨ The overwhelming volume of reproductive health information online—and how to build frameworks for discernment                                                                                                                                          ✨ How menopause and perimenopause care can be transformed through better education, access, and advocacy ✨ The philosophy behind Coven and its mission to offer comprehensive, research-informed, trauma-aware care ✨ What clinicians and patients alike need in order to rebuild trust in the medical system                         Connect with Dr. Michelle Jacobson: Instagram: @dr.michellejacobson Website: covencare.ca This conversation is a masterclass in nuance. In what it means to treat the whole person, not just the diagnosis. In how systems evolve when people inside them are willing to lead with both evidence and empathy. Michelle reminds us that we don’t have to choose between science and self-trust. That care can be both clinically excellent and deeply human. And that the future of medicine is being shaped right now by people willing to ask: How can we do this better? If you’re looking for hope, clarity, and a roadmap toward better care—this episode delivers.   ✨ WORK WITH CHANA ROSS! ✨   Are you an ambitious woman who is a leader at work, at home or in the community and you are looking for support with overcoming perfectionism, determining your next right step, overcoming self-doubt and learning to advocate for yourself and fall in love with the next version of you? Chana can help you anywhere in the world through coaching. Visit chanaross.com to learn more.   Download Chana’s FREE Time Audit Guide to start creating more time and freedom in your life today! – chanaross.com/timeaudit