03 Feb Below the Belt: an Endometriosis Movie Screening and Panelist Discussion Event
2230 N Farwell Ave
Milwaukee
WI 53202
Below the Belt is a movie that shows personal & inspiring stories of four patients urgently searching for answers to mysterious symptoms. It exposes widespread problems in our healthcare systems that disproportionately affect women, and especially women of color who are less likely to be believed, diagnosed & effectively treated for menstrual health issues.
Through the lens of endometriosis, a disease that affects 1 in 9 women/people, the film shows how women are often dismissed, discounted & disbelieved. From societal taboos and gender bias to misinformed doctors and profit-driven healthcare, the film reveals how millions are effectively silenced and how, by fighting back, they can improve healthcare for everyone.
Please join us for this free and personal viewing with a discussion and Q&A session with some of our experts. Please keep in mind this viewing is for ages 14+.
Our expert panelists:
Ben Beran, MD
Assistant Professor; Co-Director, Fibroid Clinic: Alternative to Hysterectomies
Camila Bomtempo, MD
Assistant Professor – Obstetrics & Gynecology
Carrie Peterson, MD
Associate Professor – Colorectal Surgery
Morgan Briggs, MD
Assistant Professor – Obstetrics & Gynecology
Emorie Harty
Patient to share story
Emily Vanderhoef
Patient to share story
Brendalyn Ghazaly
Patient to share story
Agenda:
- 3:00pm – Welcome and Introductions
- 3:10pm – Movie Viewing
- 4:05pm – Panelist Discussion and Q&As
- 5:00pm – Conclusion
Giving:
You can make a difference by supporting cutting-edge endometriosis research and widespread disease recognition and awareness:
· Call Meg Bilicki at (414) 955-4711 or