Dare to Ask!
The Dare to Ask Podcast brought to you by Essentia Health hosted by Cori Jensen. Where we look at women’s health from a new lens and get real with the provider behind the lab coat and the scrubs. We’ll dare to ask what kind of woman she is? What kind of mother? Does she have healthy hobbies or does she Netflix and chill with a glass of merlot like the rest of us? What is her passion and how does she feel about us “googling our symptoms” This will be a safe space were we can get the connection we all want with our medical team: the real, the straight talk like we get from our best friend, only if our best friend had a medical degree!
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August 4, 2026 • 34 mins
A little white lie never hurt anyone, right? That's not the case when it comes to your health. Six time guest Dr. Stefanie Gefroh Ellison, Essentia Health West Market President and OB/GYN, joins Cori in walking through the lies we tell our doctors. It might be an unintentional omission, a Midwest-nice view that it's probably much ado about nothing, or even embarrassment or fear of judgement. But when your provider knows the wh...
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July 28, 2026 • 28 mins
Being a human is hard, especially when you're living with potentially undiagnosed ADHD. For decades, this diagnosis was missed in girls. Return guest Dr. Alexandra Kohlhase, clinical psychologist at Essentia Health, explains why this is the case, telling symptoms to look for, and how she and the team at Essentia Health can help women finally put ourselves first in caring for ourselves and the mental load we carry.
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July 21, 2026 • 27 mins
Perimenopause is more than just hot flashes. Dr. Danielle Kruger, OB/GYN, shares eye-opening insights into the transition to perimenopause and menopause. She and Cori chat about the odd and unexpected symptoms that come with the transition—from itchy ears to frozen shoulder—as well as the treatment options available. We also talk in-depth about recent regulatory changes to menopause hormone therapy and what that means f...
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July 14, 2026 • 26 mins
You've probably heard that it's important to have a primary care provider, or PCP, but why is that? Cori and Vanessa Coulter, family medicine nurse practitioner at Essentia Health, talk Primary Care 101. What's appropriate for a MyChart message? When should you go to urgent care? Where do you start in determining the best course of action for your health needs? We cover it all.
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July 7, 2026 • 24 mins
Our social media feeds are filled with products promising optimal care for "down there." Dr. Michaela Heller, OB/GYN, gives us the details about what actually works, what's a gimmick, and what to avoid to protect your vaginal and vulvar health. We then dive into new procedures to treat uterine fibroids, the differences between fibroids and cysts, and the reassurance that, "there are so many different normals."
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June 30, 2026 • 34 mins
Women tend to blame every symptom on perimenopause or menopause, but it's time to start trusting your intuition. In this episode, Cori and Marjorie Masten, APRN, CNP, discuss cardiovascular health in women. What numbers matter? What symptoms shouldn't be ignored? How do symptoms differ for men and women? When is it time to seek care? We'll give you a crash course in what you need to know about hypertension, heart attack, and stroke...
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June 23, 2026 • 28 mins
What do inhalers, keychains, USBs and pens have in common? They may be vapes hiding in plain sight. Essentia Health pulmonary medicine providers Allison Tamm, APRN, CNP, and Caitlyn Cameron, PA-C, discuss the truth about vaping and lung health. We cover local legislation, signs of teen vaping, and unknowns about the addictive trend. Plus, how getting screened for lung cancer is quicker and easier than finding a parking spot!
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June 16, 2026 • 29 mins
'It's Not Just In Your Head' with Nurse Practitioners April Rohrer and Cassie Plante
We're kicking off season 6 of the Dare to Ask Podcast with April Rohrer and Cassie Plante, family medicine certified nurse practitioners at Essentia Health. Listen as we dive into the common health complaints they see from women in their practice, including headaches, hormones, stress, sleep, and more. Sometimes, finding the solution to your hea...
We're kicking off season 6 of the Dare to Ask Podcast with April Rohrer and Cassie Plante, family medicine certified nurse practitioners at Essentia Health. Listen as we dive into the common health complaints they see from women in their practice, including headaches, hormones, stress, sleep, and more. Sometimes, finding the solution to your hea...
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May 27, 2025 • 34 mins
Dr. Stefanie Gefroh Ellison joins Cori Jensen to recap Season 5 of the Dare to Ask Podcast. They’ll review some of our biggest takeaways from the season, as well as share some laughs and memories of past seasons.
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May 20, 2025 • 26 mins
‘There’s More to It Than Just Kegels’ with Physical Therapist Christine Isaak and Dr. Michaela Heller
Are you doing a Kegel correctly? Our experts on this episode—pelvic floor physical therapist Christine Isaak and OB/GYN Dr. Michaela Heller—give us some practical tips to ensure we’re making the most of our pelvic floor exercises. They also shed light on when you shouldn’t be doing Kegel...
Are you doing a Kegel correctly? Our experts on this episode—pelvic floor physical therapist Christine Isaak and OB/GYN Dr. Michaela Heller—give us some practical tips to ensure we’re making the most of our pelvic floor exercises. They also shed light on when you shouldn’t be doing Kegel...
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May 13, 2025 • 29 mins
All it takes to reach your goal weight is a once weekly shot, right? Return guest Dr. Kate Kessler, primary care and weight management provider at Essentia Health, shares why partnering with a provider who has specialty training on prescribing weight loss medications can help you on a safe, successful, and sustainable journey toward better health. A healthy weight loss journey begins with the courage to have a conversation with you...
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May 6, 2025 • 28 mins
This episode covers the mental load that many women carry. The self-imposed standards we hold ourselves to can become unbearably heavy. Dr. Alexandra Kohlhase, behavioral health psychologist, helps us reframe to celebrate our successes rather than focus on our perceived failures. We’ll talk about how to get started seeking therapy, the intricate relationship between physical and mental health, and the role of medication in ma...
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April 29, 2025 • 19 mins
General surgery nurse practitioner Camille Brown gets real with us on the uncomfortable truth about hemorrhoids. We’ll talk about what hemorrhoids are, what causes them, and how you can avoid them at all costs. The key? Keep things moving. If it comes down to it, you’re in great hands with the general surgery team at Essentia Health.
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April 22, 2025 • 26 mins
There is so much to unpack in this episode with returning guest Tessa Hand, certified nurse midwife. The postpartum period, also known as the “fourth trimester,” brings almost as many changes as you experience throughout pregnancy. We’ll have an honest conversation about what you can expect after your baby arrives. From bleeding and feeding, to hair loss, baby blues, intimacy and more!
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April 15, 2025 • 21 mins
Return guest Kalee Wysuph, APRN, CNP, joins us to talk about navigating big feelings with our children. Kalee is a pediatrician who helps us dive into all the reasons why our children are so well-behaved at daycare or school but lose their cool when they return home at the end of the day. Sound familiar? Don’t worry, you’re not alone! The phenomenon is called after school restraint collapse. We’ll share tips to he...
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April 8, 2025 • 28 mins
It’s time to talk about that time of the month. TOM! Is it possible to love your menstruation? What is cycle syncing and how can it help you live your best life? Nurse practitioner and certified nurse midwife Jennifer Janke joins Cori on this episode of the Dare to Ask Podcast to get real about our periods. Your menstrual cycle shouldn’t stop you from doing things you love. If it is, it’s time to visit one o...
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June 11, 2024 • 20 mins
We talk Young Adult Gynecology with Tessa Hand APRN, CNM. Having "the talk" with our young people can be an intimidating conversation for most. But, it really doesn't have to be. Tessa has some excellent advice for parents. We're going to go over when and at what age to have "The Talk" with your kids? How can the "drip method" help with building communication with your kids about their body, feelings a...
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June 4, 2024 • 20 mins
What's becoming more prevalent due to the world we live in when it comes to pediatric chiropractic care? Dr. Allison Klug helps us uncover many facets of chiropractic care from Prenatal throughout Pediatrics. And She also has a dynamic suggestion that will help your overall health. Klug has a wonderful demeanor that helps every concerned parent though their fears and Explains how “aggressive” adjustments are...
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May 29, 2024 • 29 mins
A return guest is Athletic Trainer Tessa Martin. We’ll dive into the profession, and her specific role working with high school athletes. What kind of impact an athletic trainer has with a student athlete, coaches, and parents. There is much more to The field than meets the eye. Tessa is an advocate for young people who are interested in the profession of athletic training. She provides a practical sta...
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May 21, 2024 • 25 mins
Can your brain really have that big of an affect on the gut? The answer that Dr. Kimberly Kolkhorst of Essentia Health will really get you thinking. Dr. Koko is a return guest that has some excellent perspectives on your GI and trendy topics that are the buzz these days. Like the popular weight loss meds and the big side effects, also having a bowl movement as soon as you go out shopping? We'll cover some ot...
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