Endometriosis Diagnosis & Treatment: Advice on Early Detection & Kate Bond’s Journey | SHE MD

In this episode of SHE MD, hosts Mary Alice Haney and Dr. Thaïs Aliabadi welcome Kate Bond, an actress best known for her roles in Chicago Med, Good Trouble, and the reboot of MacGyver. For over a decade, Kate silently struggled with endometriosis, a chronic condition that affects millions of women but is notoriously difficult to diagnose. Her story highlights the frustrations many women face in the healthcare system when dealing with this condition and getting dismissed by most doctors. Kate and the hosts explore the challenges of her diagnosis, the impact on daily life, and the knowledge you need to be your own health advocate. Access more information about the podcast and additional expert health tips by visiting the SHE MD Podcast and Ovii websites below. #SHEMD #DrThaisAliabadi #MaryAliceHaney #katebond #chicagomed #endometriosis Don't miss a video! Subscribe NOW:    / @shemdpodcast   Episode Sponsors: One Skin: Visit https://OneSkin.co/SHEMD and use code SHEMD at checkout for 15% off your first purchase Purely Elizabeth: Visit https://purelyelizabeth.com and use code SHEMD at checkout for 20% off. Purely Elizabeth. Taste the Obsession Saks.com: Shop https://Saks.com Cymbiotika: Go to https://Cymbiotikia.com/SHEMD for 20% off your order + free shipping today. Zoe: As a ZOE member, you'll get an at home test kit and personalized nutrition program to help make smarter food choices that support your gut. That’s https://ZOE.com and use code SHEMD10 to get 10% off your membership. Momentous: Go to https://livemomentous.com and try it today for 20% off with code SHEMD, and start living on purpose. iRestore: Reverse hair loss with @irestorelaser and get $625 off with code shemd at https://www.irestorelaser.com/SHEMD! #irestorepod About SHE MD: SHE MD is a weekly podcast hosted by world-renowned OBGYN, Dr. Thais Aliabadi, “Dr. A,” & women's advocate and influencer, Mary Alice Haney. Their candid conversations with celebrity guests & today's leading experts about women's health topics, such as menopause, endometriosis, PCOS, & fertility empower their audience with the knowledge & tools to become their own health advocates. Stay Connected: Instagram:   / shemdpodcast   TikTok:   / shemdpodcast   X (Twitter):   / shemdpodcast   All Things SHE MD: https://www.shemdpodcast.com/ More about Ovii: https://www.ovii.com/ ============================= Chapters: 00:00 Intro 03:25 Kate Bond's endometriosis diagnosis journey 04:50 Dr. Aliabadi explains endometriosis in detail 09:52 Kate describes severe endometriosis symptoms 21:15 Endometriosis impacts career and life 24:50 Treatment options for endometriosis explained 29:08 SIBO and endometriosis connection discussed 33:54 Importance of early colonoscopy screening 42:35 Life improvements after endometriosis treatment 45:02 Endometriosis impact on family planning Guest Biography: Kate Bond grew up in an A-frame house at the end of a long dirt road in rural Georgia. She is an actress whose credits include Chicago Med, Good Trouble, and the reboot of MacGyver. She’s a passionate unionist and serves on the board of directors of the Los Angeles local of SAG-AFTRA. Her story isn’t just about making it in the entertainment industry—it’s about breaking through barriers, both systemic and personal, and redefining what success looks like when life throws you curveballs. For over a decade, Kate silently struggled with endometriosis, a chronic condition that affects millions of women but is notoriously difficult to diagnose. Like so many others, she was dismissed by doctors, told that her pain was “normal,” and forced to keep pushing forward—because when you’re trying to build a career in Hollywood, there’s no calling in sick. Guest Resources: Kate Bond’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ladykatebon... Endometriosis Diagnosis & Treatment: Advice on Early Detection & Kate Bond’s Journey | SHE MD    / @shemdpodcast