Voices For a Healthy Legacy

Episode 2: Women, Weight, Libido, and Hormones

February 08, 2024 Dr. Andreia Season 1 Episode 2
Episode 2: Women, Weight, Libido, and Hormones
Voices For a Healthy Legacy
More Info
Voices For a Healthy Legacy
Episode 2: Women, Weight, Libido, and Hormones
Feb 08, 2024 Season 1 Episode 2
Dr. Andreia

Dr. Mia, a Board-certified Gynecologist and a Total Wellness Expert, is our featured guest in this episode of Voices For a Healthy Legacy. Come along as she talks us through the women’s health journey. One of her highlights is discussing testosterone- the forgotten female hormone.

Dr. Mia’s bio:

Dr. Mia Cowan is Founder and Medical Director of MiBella Wellness Center. A native of Birmingham, AL, Dr. Cowan received both her Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and Master of Arts degree in Health Education and Promotion from the University of Alabama. She completed her Doctorate of Medicine and residency training in Obstetrics and Gynecology from the Medical College of Wisconsin.

During residency, Dr. Cowan won several awards and was appointed Chief Resident of the OB/GYN residency program from 2005-2006. Dr. Cowan is a Fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. She received her training as a Bariatric Medicine Specialist from the Center for Medical Weight Loss and has a Master of Business Administration degree from Auburn University.

Dr. Cowan served on the YMCA Shades Valley Board of Directors from 2010-2017 and chaired the Strong Kid’s Campaign in 2011-2012. She also served on the Safehouse Board of Directors from 2013-2016. She has been a member of the American Heart Association Birmingham Multicultural Leadership Committee since 2012. She was a member of the Executive Board for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society from 2014-2016. She has proudly served on the American Heart Association Board since 2015. She served as President of the Birmingham American Heart Association from 2018-2020, and continues to volunteer on the board.


She is a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, The Birmingham Chapter of the Links Incorporated, The Women’s Network, Jack and Jill of America, and the Mineral District Medical Society. She also leads a couples’ small group with her husband at her church, Living Stones Temple.


She is married to Joseph Brown, Jr and has a daughter, Marley and a son, Jamil. She enjoys spending time with her family, golfing and traveling.


STAY CONNECTED WITH Dr. Mia:
Learn more about Dr. Mia's services on her website at MibellaWellness.com. 


Connect with Voices for a Healthy Legacy on social media:

Instagram: www.instagram.com/voicesforahealthylegacy

Facebook: www.facebook.com/voicesforahealthylegacy

Twitter (X): www.twitter.com/voicesforlegacy

TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@voicesforahealthylegacy
 
Pinterest: pinterest.com/voicesforahealthylegacy
 

Book Dr. Andreia to speak about family health and wellness at your next event- DrAndreiaW.com


*********************************DISCLAIMER**********************************************
While this podcast will cover a wide range of healthcare related material, it is not intended to replace the advice and medical care of your medical provider.  The content discussed/included in this podcast is for informational purposes only.  It is not to be taken as medical advice, diagnosis, treatment, etc. for your healthcare needs.  There is no doctor-patient relationship formed or implied by listening to or viewing this podcast. For any health-related concerns, questions, diagnosis, treatment, etc., please consult a medical/healthcare professional.


Show Notes

Dr. Mia, a Board-certified Gynecologist and a Total Wellness Expert, is our featured guest in this episode of Voices For a Healthy Legacy. Come along as she talks us through the women’s health journey. One of her highlights is discussing testosterone- the forgotten female hormone.

Dr. Mia’s bio:

Dr. Mia Cowan is Founder and Medical Director of MiBella Wellness Center. A native of Birmingham, AL, Dr. Cowan received both her Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and Master of Arts degree in Health Education and Promotion from the University of Alabama. She completed her Doctorate of Medicine and residency training in Obstetrics and Gynecology from the Medical College of Wisconsin.

During residency, Dr. Cowan won several awards and was appointed Chief Resident of the OB/GYN residency program from 2005-2006. Dr. Cowan is a Fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. She received her training as a Bariatric Medicine Specialist from the Center for Medical Weight Loss and has a Master of Business Administration degree from Auburn University.

Dr. Cowan served on the YMCA Shades Valley Board of Directors from 2010-2017 and chaired the Strong Kid’s Campaign in 2011-2012. She also served on the Safehouse Board of Directors from 2013-2016. She has been a member of the American Heart Association Birmingham Multicultural Leadership Committee since 2012. She was a member of the Executive Board for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society from 2014-2016. She has proudly served on the American Heart Association Board since 2015. She served as President of the Birmingham American Heart Association from 2018-2020, and continues to volunteer on the board.


She is a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, The Birmingham Chapter of the Links Incorporated, The Women’s Network, Jack and Jill of America, and the Mineral District Medical Society. She also leads a couples’ small group with her husband at her church, Living Stones Temple.


She is married to Joseph Brown, Jr and has a daughter, Marley and a son, Jamil. She enjoys spending time with her family, golfing and traveling.


STAY CONNECTED WITH Dr. Mia:
Learn more about Dr. Mia's services on her website at MibellaWellness.com. 


Connect with Voices for a Healthy Legacy on social media:

Instagram: www.instagram.com/voicesforahealthylegacy

Facebook: www.facebook.com/voicesforahealthylegacy

Twitter (X): www.twitter.com/voicesforlegacy

TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@voicesforahealthylegacy
 
Pinterest: pinterest.com/voicesforahealthylegacy
 

Book Dr. Andreia to speak about family health and wellness at your next event- DrAndreiaW.com


*********************************DISCLAIMER**********************************************
While this podcast will cover a wide range of healthcare related material, it is not intended to replace the advice and medical care of your medical provider.  The content discussed/included in this podcast is for informational purposes only.  It is not to be taken as medical advice, diagnosis, treatment, etc. for your healthcare needs.  There is no doctor-patient relationship formed or implied by listening to or viewing this podcast. For any health-related concerns, questions, diagnosis, treatment, etc., please consult a medical/healthcare professional.