Biography:

 

Dr. Lori Brotto is a renowned figure in the field of women’s sexual health. As a Professor in the UBC Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, she holds a Canada Research Chair, focusing on developing safe and accessible treatments for prevalent sexual concerns in women. Driven by a commitment to equity, she champions the use of digital health technologies to broaden access to these treatments.

Dr. Brotto also serves as the Executive Director for the Women’s Health Research Institute, with a mandate of advancing women’s health research. Her leadership supports over 750 members across the province of BC in their pursuit of knowledge across all aspects of women’s health.

Recognized for her expertise, Dr. Brotto frequently appears in the media, radio, and notable documentaries, including Netflix’s “The Principles of Pleasure” and the CBC Gem network’s “The Big Sex Talk” And most recently a Masterclass focused on the Magic of Menopause. She has authored two mindfulness-focused books: “Better Sex Through Mindfulness” (2018) and “The Better Sex Through Mindfulness Workbook” (2022), both published by Greystone Publishing and the 2018 book appears in the New York Times top 8 sexual health books (2024). She has received a UBC Public Education Through Media award (2023) and several awards for her leadership and contributions to the science of women’s sexual health.

Dr. Brotto believes in the power of personal stories and lived experiences to shape science. In her role as a Registered Psychologist in BC, she works with individuals seeking to enhance their sexual well-being.

An advocate for women’s leadership, Dr. Brotto actively encourages young women to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and medicine (STEM). She engages with the public on social media platforms (@DrLoriBrotto and @ubcshr), where she empowers women to make evidence-informed health decisions, advocate for research funding, and advance women’s sexual health research.