Hysterectomy: A Closer Look at a Common Procedure

September 3, 2024 0 Comments

General, Hysterectomy

As a physician with over two and a half decades dedicated to women’s health and hormone replacement therapy, I’ve witnessed significant shifts in the landscape...

7 Symptoms of Perimenopause You May Not Expect

August 29, 2024 0 Comments

General, Hormone Imbalance, Hormone Optimization Therapy, Perimenopause

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Perimenopause, the transitional phase leading up to menopause, is often synonymous with hot flashes, mood swings, and sleep disturbances. While these are indeed common symptoms,...

Estradiol, Sex, and the Power of Functional Medicine

May 23, 2024 0 Comments

General, Hormone Imbalance, Hormone Optimization Therapy, Sexual Vitality, Vaginal dryness, Women's Health

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As an integrative medicine practitioner specializing in bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT), I see a common thread in many women’s journeys: a decline in sexual...

The Perimenopause and Menopause Revolution: Why Women Deserve Better

April 16, 2024 0 Comments

General, Menopause, Perimenopause, Women's Health

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As a functional medicine physician with over 25 years of experience specializing in bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT), I’ve witnessed a dramatic shift in how...

Menopause Messing with Your Sleep? Time to Give Estradiol a Chance.

April 9, 2024 0 Comments

General, Menopause, Sleep, Women's Health

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Millions of women worldwide navigate the natural transition into perimenopause and menopause, often encountering a spectrum of physical and emotional changes. Among these, sleep disturbances...

Why Hormone Replacement Therapy Can Be Your Ally in Combating Vaginal Dryness

April 5, 2024 0 Comments

General, Sexual Vitality, Vaginal dryness, Women's Health

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With a career in medicine spanning over 20 years, I see a lot of women struggling with vaginal dryness. It’s a common issue, affecting millions...

A Root-Cause Approach to Optimizing Brain Health in Menopause

March 5, 2024 0 Comments

Brain health, General, Hormone Imbalance, Women's Health

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The fog descends slowly, stealing your sharp focus and leaving you feeling frustrated and forgetful. You’ve likely heard it called “brain fog,” a common complaint...

Beyond the Scars: Does Sex Feel Different After a Hysterectomy?

February 14, 2024 0 Comments

General, Hysterectomy, Sexual Vitality, Women's Health

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For many women, a hysterectomy is a life-changing experience, offering relief from chronic pain, heavy bleeding, or other health concerns. While the physical benefits are...

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