Podcasts about menopause practitioner

Most women don't even think about their urethras, but an estrogen-starved urinary tract can be the culprit when it comes to recurrent urinary tract infections and that persistent “gotta go” feeling.  In this episode I sit down with Dr. Kelly Casperson, a board-certified urologist, a certified Menopause Practitioner of the North American Menopause Society, and the host of the hit podcast You Are Not Broken to discuss the role of estrogen in urinary health including:  ·      How to get rid of URINARY URGENCY ·      How to use a local vaginal estrogen to alleviate many BLADDER SYMPTOMS ·      Why some women are more prone than others to RECURRENT URINARY TRACT INFECTIONS. ·      Simple ACTION STEPS to decrease recurrent urinary tract infections ·      A NEW VACCINE that is on the horizon for women for women who have recurrent infections            Join Dr. Casperson, Dr. Gendler, and I in Arizona on May 16-19                              Miraval Resort and Spa, Tucson Arizona This is a unique opportunity to get one-on-one access to nationally recognized menopause experts while having an exceptional travel experience.  For more information Lauren Streicher, MD is a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, and the founding medical director of the Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause and a Senior Research Fellow of The Kinsey Institute, Indiana University. She is a certified menopause practitioner of The Menopause Society. She is the Medical Director of Community Education and Outreach for Midi Health.  Dr. Streicher is the medical correspondent for Chicago's top-rated news program, the WGN Morning News, and has been seen on The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, NPR, Dr. Radio, Nightline, Fox and Friends, The Steve Harvey Show, CBS This Morning, ABC News Now, NBCNightlyNews,20/20, and World News Tonight. She is an expert source for many magazines and serves on the medical advisory board of The Kinsey Institute, Self Magazine, and Prevention Magazine. She writes a regular column for The Ethel by AARP and Prevention Magazine.  DrStreicher.com Instagram @DrStreich Facebook @DrStreicher YouTube @DrStreicherTV LinkedIn @DrStreicher                   Sign up to receive DR. STREICHER'S FREE NEWSLETTER     Books by Lauren Streicher, MD  Slip Sliding Away: Turning Back the Clock on Your Vagina-A gynecologist's guide to eliminating post-menopause dryness and pain   Hot Flash Hell: A Gynecologist's Guide to Turning Down the Heat   Sex Rx- Hormones, Health, and Your Best Sex Ever   The Essential Guide to Hysterectomy                                        To Find a Menopause Clinician Midi Health   www.Joinmidi.com Midi Health is a telehealth company that provides high-level menopause care and takes insurance in all 50 states. Dr. Streicher is Midi's Medical Director of Education and Community Outreach and is familiar with their medical protocols, which are all regularly updated and set by the top academic menopause experts in the country.    The Menopause Society- Certified Menopause Practitioner List Menopause.org To find a menopause practitioner: https://portal.menopause.org/NAMS/NAMS/Directory/Menopause-Practitioner.aspx Put in your zip code and designate NCMP or CMSP to get a certified menopause practitioner. While all people on this list have passed a competency examination, Dr. Streicher does not vouch for every one of these clinicians. Most are excellent.   Major Medical Centers It also may be helpful to check with major medical centers in your area. Many have menopause clinics or lists of doctors who have an interest and expertise in menopause.    If you are in the Chicago area, the center founded by Dr. Streicher:  The Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause Sexmedmenopause.nm.org      Dr. Streicher's Inside Information podcast is for education and information and is not intended to replace medical advice from your personal healthcare clinician. Dr. Streicher disclaims liability for any medical outcomes that may occur because of applying methods suggested or discussed in this podcast.

In this episode of The Midlife Truth Project podcast, hosts Julie Flakstad and Dr. Taz Bhatia sit down with Dr. Sharon Malone to discuss perimenopause and menopause, including why generations of women were left to suffer in silence, the now infamous Women's Health Initiative (WHI) Study and the resulting controversy regarding the use of hormonal therapy (HRT) and breast cancer. In this episode, we also discuss what's happening to our bodies during the menopause transition, why women may feel like they're ‘going crazy,' common myths about HRT relative to symptom relief as well as the many long term health benefits including preventing cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, and type 2 diabetes. The conversation also highlights a stark disparity in research funding, noting that less than 11% of the $45 billion in NIH research goes to women's studies. Dr. Malone emphasizes the need for equitable access to quality healthcare for all women.About our Guest, Dr. Sharon MaloneDr. Sharon Malone is on a mission to empower women to take charge of their health.As a celebrated OB|GYN for over 30+ years and Chief Medical Advisor for Alloy Women's Health, Dr. Malone brings decades of clinical and real-life experiences to her treatment of women in the menopausal transition and the post-reproductive years.Born in Mobile, Alabama, the youngest of 8 children, Dr. Malone was raised by her siblings after the death of her mother and moved multiple times, changing schools four times in four years in three different states. Dr. Malone found strength and resilience in community, in her own work ethic and in her strong belief that there are no accidents in the universe. She went on to graduate cum laude from Harvard with a degree in Psychology and Social Relations and later graduated with honors from the Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. Upon completing her residency at The George Washington University, Dr. Malone served women across Washington DC in her OB|GYN practice.With appearances on The Michelle Obama Podcast, Oprah Winfrey's The Life You Want, Today Show and more, Dr. Malone is a New York Times bestselling author and a nationally known expert in women's health and a vocal advocate for menopause awareness and evidence-based information about hormone replacement therapy. A certified Menopause Practitioner, she believes that all women should be able to make decisions regarding their health and quality of life based on facts – not fear.An instant New York Times bestseller, her first book, Grown Woman Talk: Your Guide to Getting and Staying Healthy is now available nationwide.Connect with Our Hosts and Conversation Partner!Dr. Sharon MaloneGrown Woman Talk: Your Guide to Getting and Staying Healthyhttps://www.drsharonmalone.com/bookhttps://www.drsharonmalone.com/ Instagram: @smalonemdAlloy - New Telehealth Platform for WomenJulie Flakstadhttps://julieflakstad.com/ Instagram @julieflakstad (ALT Link for YT) https://www.instagram.com/julieflakstad/ Facebook @thejulieflakstad (ALT Link) https://www.facebook.com/thejulieflakstadDr. Taz BhatiaYouTube: @DrTazMDInstagram: @drtazmdWebsite: doctortaz.comOrder The Hormone Shift book HEREPractice - Centre Spring MD: https://centrespringmd.com/ Tune in next Wednesday, 10/9, when we drop our next episode in this special (9) part series, called “”Families Change,” with PBS host, podcaster, and author Kelly Corrigan. In this one-on-one, in-person conversation, our host, Julie Flakstad and Kelly Corrigan, go deep on changing family dynamics including how our roles as mothers evolve, the ache of learning to let go and navigating aging parents. Available on Audio and on YouTube!Thanks so much for tuning in! Before you leave, please make sure to subscribe to the show so you'll receive updates on new episodes. Also, let us know how we're doing by providing a rating and review! This series is presented by WomanessCreated by women for women, Womaness (https://womaness.com/) offers clinically and doctor tested supplements, sexual wellness, and skincare products that help you navigate hot flashes, changing skin, vaginal dryness, sleepless nights, and more—empowering you to live your life fully and age well.Just for you… Womaness is offering all our future podcast listeners 20% off any purchase of $50 or more. Use code: Midlife20 and Shop NowProduction:This show is produced by Rainbow Creative with Evy Bjorn and Matthew Jones as Executive Producers, and Nathan Wheatley as Lead Video and Audio Editor. Learn more about them at rainbowcreative.co. 

In this episode, Claire Brown is joined by Amy Wilson, APRN from CHI St. Vincent Urogynecology Clinic, one of Arkansas' few Certified Menopause Practitioners. Together, they discuss the often-overlooked challenges of menopause, debunk myths, and explore how women can advocate for their health during this transformative stage of life. If you're curious about how to manage symptoms and live fully through menopause, this episode is for you!

In this episode of the SEAM Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Alicia Robbins, a Board Certified OBGYN, Menopause Practitioner, and Lifestyle Medicine Doctor. Dr. Robbins shares her expertise on women's health, emphasizing the importance of personalized care that addresses not just gynecological health, but also concerns like sleep, nutrition, and overall quality of life. Tune in for an insightful discussion on how Dr. Robbins' practice, The Elm, is revolutionizing the way we approach women's healthcare, empowering women to thrive at every stage of life.For more, follow The Seam on Instagram, watch full episodes on Youtube, or visit the Lynne Cohen Foundation website.Produced by Peoples Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you ever feel like there is SO much information all of a sudden about menopause and perimenopause and hormones? On one handle it's great that this taboo topic is now no longer spot taboo, but on the other it can be a bit overwhelming.   In this expert interview on the podcast you get to hear from certified menopause practitioner, Kim Heifner who gives us the truth about perimenopause and menopause myths and what you really need to know to start feeling your best in perimenopause and beyond.   As a family nurse practitioner with over 24 years of experience and a certified menopause practitioner, Kim Heifner, is dedicated to empowering women through the transformative journey of midlife and menopause. Through her private, telemedicine practice and the popular "Midlife Wellness NP" podcast, she provides expert guidance, practical strategies, and a supportive community to help women thrive during this remarkable phase!   Tune In To Learn:   4 myths of perimenopause and menopause How to know if HRT is safe and if you are a good candidate What diseases we are at risk for in this time and how to prevent them      Learn More From Kim Here:   IG: https://www.instagram.com/kimheifnernp/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MidLifeWellnessNP/ LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kim-heifner-3bb6991a9/ WEBSITE: https://x.com/kimheifnernp YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@midlifewellnessnp/featured   Struggling with your hormones and want to see if functional hormone and health testing will help you feel like YOU again?   SCHEDULE A FREE 30 MINUTE CONSULTATION TO DISCUSS YOUR HORMONE AND HEALTH NEEDS NOW   OR   GRAB YOUR SPOT IN MY BRAND NEW FREE LIVE TRAINING COMING UP: The Proven 5 Step Plan To Fat Burning In Perimenopause    

Dr. Ardelle Piper is a Royal College Certified OB/GYN, and focuses her gynecology practice on midlife women's health. She is known as a leader and pioneer in telemedicine, and provides menopause assessments over videoconference to women across Ontario since 2020. As a subject matter expert, Dr. Piper is frequently called upon as keynote speaker to provide menopause education to medical colleagues and the community, and collaborates with other social media educators. She advocates for improved appreciation of menopause in organizations and the general public, and health education in workplace wellness programs.Dr. Piper completed a BSc(H) in Cell and Developmental Biology, then achieved her medical degree (MD) at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver in 2006. Appreciating her passion for women's health and education, she pursued an Obstetrics & Gynecology residency and a MEd in Saskatchewan, with a thesis on School Based Sexual Health Education. Through this she enjoyed leadership opportunities as a provincial representative with the Canadian Association of Interns and Residents (CAIR) and was Chair of the Junior Member Committee of the Society of Obstetricians and Gynecologists of Canada (SOGC). During her obstetrical training and career, Dr. Piper welcomed into the world over 1500 babies, and co-chaired the Management of Postpartum Hemorrhage Simulation Workshops at the Federation of International Gynecologist and Obstetricians (FIGO) World Congress in Vancouver (2015) and Brazil (2018).She realized her interest in education, advocacy, and women's health aligned perfectly with the field of Menopause, and she achieved a final year of sub-specialty training in Midlife Women's Health at The Shirley E. Greenberg Women's Health Centre in Ottawa in 2014, and has maintained NAMS Certified Menopause Practitioner status since (NCMP has now been renamed MSCP).  Her gynecology practice provides subspeciality consultation focused on menopause education, hormone therapy, sexual function, post-cancer thrivership, and preventive health promotion. With the pandemic, she has pioneered providing menopause assessments through telemedicine across Ontario. As a subject matter expert, she frequently provides menopause education to not only her physician colleagues, but also in public forums and workplaces, advocating for improved midlife women's health care.https://bywardfht.ca/our-services/menopause-clinic/https://www.instagram.com/dr.a.piper/?hl=enThank you so much for listening! I use fitness and movement to help women prevent and overcome pelvic floor challenges like incontinence and organ prolapse. There is help for women in all life stages! Every Woman Needs A Vagina Coach! Please make sure to LEAVE A REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE to the show for the best fitness and wellness advice south of your belly button. *******************I recommend checking out my comprehensive pelvic health education and fitness programs on my Buff Muff AppYou can also join my next 28 Day Buff Muff Challenge https://www.vaginacoach.com/buffmuffIf you are feeling social you can connect with me… On Facebook https://www.facebook.com/VagCoachOn Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vaginacoach/On Twitter https://twitter.com/VaginaCoachOn The Web www.vaginacoach.comGet your Feel Amazing Vaginal Moisturizer Here

263. Women Are Capable of Making Decisions: Grown Woman Talk With Dr. Sharon Malone Dr. Malone is a nationally known expert in women's health and a vocal advocate for menopause awareness and evidence-based information about hormone replacement therapy. A certified Menopause Practitioner, she believes that all women should be able to make decisions regarding their health and quality of life based on facts – not fear. Her first book, Grown Woman Talk: Your Guide to Getting and Staying Healthy, is out now and is a New York Times Bestseller! Dr. Sharon Malone, an expert in women's health and menopause, discusses her transition from traditional OB-GYN practice to menopause care and her role at Alloy Women's Health. She emphasizes the importance of telehealth in providing access to care for perimenopausal and menopausal women. Dr. Malone also addresses misconceptions about hormone replacement therapy and the need for individualized treatment decisions. She highlights the gender disparities in medicine and the need for more research on women's health. Additionally, Dr. Malone discusses the role of testosterone in menopause and the challenges in accessing and prescribing it for women. In this conversation, Dr. Sharon Malone and Dr. Kelly Casperson discuss various topics related to women's health, including the lack of FDA approval for testosterone preparation for women and the need for more research on testosterone in women. They also highlight the additional struggles faced by African American women and minorities in menopause and emphasize the importance of advocating for women's health and quality of life. The conversation provides practical advice on how to advocate for oneself in medical conversations and emphasizes the importance of being prepared and efficient in doctor's visits. Lastly, they debunk the inaccurate breast cancer risk statistic of one in eight. There is a need for FDA approval of testosterone preparation for women and more research on testosterone in women. African American women and minorities face additional struggles in menopause and may have difficulty accessing appropriate treatments. Advocating for women's health and quality of life is crucial, and patients should be prepared and efficient in medical conversations. Knowing one's medications and their purpose is important for effective communication with healthcare providers. The commonly cited breast cancer risk statistic of one in eight is inaccurate and can cause unnecessary fear. https://www.drsharonmalone.com/ https://www.instagram.com/smalonemd/ https://twitter.com/smalonemd Grown Woman Talk: Your Guide to Getting and Staying Healthy Solv Wellness To learn more about Solv Wellness and their products for female pelvic health, visit solvwellness.com for 30% off your first purchase of any product. Discount automatically applied at checkout. FirmTech Go to myfirmtech.com and enter code NOTBROKEN for 15% off today.  ALLOY Women of all ages deserve to feel fantastic. And we can—because there is relief to be found. Go to myalloy.com to start your virtual appointment today. Use code NOTBROKEN20 it's good for $20 off any purchase, one time use, and expires July 31, 2024.

When a person is told they have breast cancer, there are many emotions that come from that diagnosis, including grief and fear. Lisa Chism is very aware of these emotions and the way they continually show up throughout the journey of battling breast cancer. This is why she looks at the whole picture with those affected by this diagnosis – from their sex lives, care and well-being, and how menopause or perimenopause is affecting them. In this episode, Kara and Lisa discuss the many things a person can experience with breast cancer and how to advocate to get the best care they deserve.  Lisa Chism holds a Doctorate of Nursing Practice (DNP) and is the clinical director of Oakland Macomb Center for Breast Health. She holds three specialty certifications which include certification as a Menopause Practitioner through the Menopause Society, certification as sexuality counselor through the American Association of Sexuality Therapists, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT), and after 15 years caring for breast cancer survivors and patients at high risk for breast cancer, she became certified in breast care through the Oncology Nursing Society. Lisa has established a dedicated menopause and sexual health clinic caring for the menopausal and sexual health needs of women who have a history of breast cancer or are at elevated risk for breast cancer.  Lisa has authored numerous publications related to women's healthcare including serving as lead author of the 2023 Menopause Society's Non hormonal position statement. She guest lectures at universities across the country and her textbook The Doctor of Nursing Practice: A Guidebook for Role Development and Professional Issues is in its fifth edition. She is a Fellow of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners and was selected as Menopause Practitioner of the year 2011. She formally served on the Board of Directors at the North American Menopause Society as well as a federal advisory committee with the CDC regarding breast cancer in young women. In October 2021, Lisa Chism was inducted as a fellow of the American Academy of Nursing. Learn more: Oakland Macomb Obstetrics & Gynecology Provider Profile North American Menopause Society International Society for the Study of Women's Sexual Health

Welcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things mindset and movement! In today's episode, Tara connects with Dr. Maria Luque to learn more about menopause and how to best support our body + mind during this time of life. The two also dive into body image and how to make peace with yourself + the benefits of muscle for continual health.  Dr. Maria Luque is a menopause fitness expert, professor, Air Force veteran, and mother of an amazing daughter. She is passionate about helping menopausal women become healthier, stronger, and happier. With over 20 years of experience, a M.S. and Ph.D. in health sciences, as well as certifications as a Certified Health Education Specialist, ACE Certified Personal Trainer, and ACE Fitness Nutrition Specialist, she possesses an impressive arsenal of qualifications. She's the founder of Fitness in Menopause, a company dedicated to helping women navigate the challenges and rewards of menopause. Her pioneering CEC course is accredited by NASM, AFAA, and ACE, making her an invaluable resource for fitness professionals seeking to expand their expertise. Dr. Luque teaches at the College of Health and Human Services at Trident University International Episode highlights: What is menopause?Understanding perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopauseThe 3 main symptom categoriesPsychological (brain fog, mood swings, anxiety, depression)Physical (hot flashes, joint/muscular pain, skin changes, decrease in stamina/energy)Sexual (urinary tract changes, higher risk of infections, vaginal dryness, low libido)The Menopausal drop zoneTreatment without need for causeHow to find a certified menopause practitioner near youFitness during menopauseThe importance of maintaining muscle massHow to handle hot flashesBody image during menopause, let yourself evolve!Romanticizing our past body ... and letting that goMaking peace with body imageExploring supplements + hormone replacement therapyThe benefits of creatine Connect with Dr. Maria Luque @drmarialuque and @newmovesinmenopauseNew Moves Coaching WaitlistDr. Maria's Newsletter Follow along on @taralaferrara for no BS fitness + life advice. Follow along on @thetaratalk for episode updates and extra content.   Sign up for my newsletter HERE and never miss an update! Work with Tara:1:1 coaching (apply to see if this is a fit for you)TL Method (get a FREE week of workouts!)

Show Notes:  Dr Linda Dear has the perfect training behind her to work with women navigating the waters of perimenopause/menopause.  Indeed, her background brings a wealth of knowledge of both holistic wellness and academic/medical training to the table. Not only is Dr Linda a NAMS (North American Menopause Society) Certified Menopause Practitioner,  she's also a medical doctor with a fitness background. In her younger years she was a competitive British gymnast who won bronze at the 1994 Commonwealth Games and from there she went on to become a personal fitness trainer and Ashtanga yoga teacher. In addition, she completed a psychology degree and post-graduate training in the ACT model of psychotherapy.  And as if that's not enough, Dr Linda graduated from London Medical School and added a post-graduate diploma in obstetrics and gynaecology.  So to say she's well-qualified to help women take a multi-pronged approach to manage menopause is something of an understatement. Would you rather see our smiling faces?  Subscribe to our YouTube channel here  In this episode we talk about: NAMS, psychology, yoga & med school (1:10) Women in perimenopause & turning 40 (3:08) Becoming the Menodoctor (3:50) Medicine's blind spot: perimenopause (5:02) The psychological impact of peri (6:59) So much more research is needed (11:11) There is no test for perimenopause (15:29) What is your 'Menopause Moment'? (16:30) What if you bleed 12 months after your Menopause Moment when you are officially post-menopause? (22:55) How to talk to your GP (25:28) The symptoms of peri (31:26) The Menopause Buffet - treatment options and getting rid of false friends (37:00) The main course of the buffet (41:52) The Australia and New Zealand MenoSurvey (46:54) Episode Resources: Ginger water recipe  The Australasian Menopause Society (AMS). Take part in the Australasian MenoSurvey here. You can follow Dr Linda Dear on Instagram here. Or visit her website here. We're honoured you joined us and hope you enjoyed it. If you did, we would be grateful if you would leave us a 5-star review wherever you listen to your podcasts so we can reach as many women as possible with Women On Fire®. If you would like to contribute to Women On Fire® please contact jenna@meno-me.co.nz  for more information. Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

The annual meeting of the International Society for the Study of Women's Sexual Health, otherwise known as ISSWSH, is a medical conference where sexual medicine and menopause experts gather to present research and educate other health care professionals. At this year's meeting, I decided to grab some of those world-renowned EXPERTS on the fly and ask them the following 4 questions:  “Of all of the RIDICULOUS PRODUCTS that are being sold to treat sexual function, menopause symptoms or bladder control, what is at the top of your list as something that just needs to go away?” “What is the most common MYTH you hear again and again when it comes to HORMONE THERAPY “If given the opportunity to educate a room full of men about SEXUALLY PLEASING a female partner, what is the one thing, as a sexual medicine expert, you would tell them?” “You are often asked to give a lecture to a room full of primary care clinicians, who generally know next to nothing about sexual medicine and menopause. If you only had time to address ONE TOPIC, what would that be?” The Experts Dr. Andrew Goldstein -Ob-Gyn, Clinical Professor at the George Washington University School of Medicine, Director of the Centers for Vulvovaginal Disorders, Past President of ISSWSH     https://www.vulvodynia.com/about Dr. Leah Milheiser Ob-Gyn, Clinical Professor Stanford University, Chief Medical Officer Evernow @DrLeahM Dr. Irwin Goldstein Urologist, Founder, and past president of ISSWSH. Director of San Diego Sexual Medicine  Dr. Lori Burkholtz Family Medicine and Fellow Trained Women's Health Specialist, Associate Medical Director for Ms.Medicine, a national health care organization dedicated to advancing women's health Dr. Alyssa Dweck Ob-Gyn, New York, with an expertise in sexual medicine and menopause. Co-author of three books, including The Complete A to Z for Your V  Dr. Miriam Greene Ob-Gyn, New York University, host of the Doctor Radio Sexual Health and Well Being Show on Sirius XM Radio  Dr. Brooke Faught women's-health nurse practitioner in Tennessee, specialty training in female sexual and pelvic floor medicine, and urology. Dr. Diane Bitner Ob-Gyn, Grand Rapids, Michigan, North American Menopause Society (NAMS) 2015 Menopause Practitioner of the Year. Author of I Want to Age Like That – Healthy Aging Through Midlife and Menopause”. Dr. James Simon Reproductive Endocrinologist, Past president of ISSWSH, Past President of North American Menopause Society. Washington, DC Dr. Corinne Menn OB-GYN specializing in menopause, cancer survivorship, Medical Advisor for Alloy Dr. Melissa Dahir Family Medicine, Omaha, NE specializes in women's sexual health and vulvar pain disorders Dr. Sameena Rahman-Ob-Gyn and specializes in sexual pain and sexual dysfunction. Instagram @ Gynegirl  Jennifer Romanello- Medical Student, Founder of The Medical Student Forum on Female Sexual Medicine Dr. Becky Lynn an Ob-Gyn, the founder of Evora Women's Health, and a North American Menopause Society certified physician. Dr. Sheryl Kingsberg-Psychologist, Chief of behavioral medicine at MacDonald Women's Hospital/University Hospitals ,Cleveland Medical Center    Barb Dehn Women's Health Nurse Practitioner, Vice President of Women's Health at Peppy Health, Author Dr. Tammi Rowen Ob-Gyn, sexual health and gynecological care for women with disabilities, women with cancer, and transgender individuals. Medical Director- Sexual Medicine Program at the University of Southern California Dr. Rachel Rubin Urologist ,sexual medicine specialist , associate editor for the journal Sexual Medicine Reviews and Washington DC's  “premier clitorologist” Dr. Terry Gibbs Ob Gyn, Ohio, specializing in Sexual Medicine and Menopause Related Episodes Episode 3: What's Up Down There? Genital Dryness & Misbehaving Bladders  Episode 4: Is Your Lubricant Helping or Hurting Your Vagina? Episode 5: Vaginal Estrogen- Rings, Creams, and Other Things  Episode 11: Vaginal Estrogen is Not Poison Episode 31 The TRUTH About Hormone Therapy: Does it CAUSE or Does it PREVENT Breast Cancer? Episode 33 A Walk Down the Feminine Hygiene Aisle Episode 46 Finding a Menopause Clinician Who Will Listen  Episode 63 DHEA-An Estrogen Alternative for Vaginal Dryness  Hear More From the Experts Episode 8: When Painful Sex Leads to Problem Relationships  with Dr. Sheryl Kingsberg Episode 14: Need to Know Info About the Penis in Your Bed with Dr. Rachel Rubin Episode 45 Religion, Culture and Sex with Dr. Sameena Rahman Lauren Streicher, MD is a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine and the founding medical director of the Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause. She is a certified menopause practitioner of the North American Menopause Society.                      Sign up to receive DR. STREICHER'S FREE NEWSLETTER Dr. Streicher is the medical correspondent for Chicago's top-rated news program, the WGN Morning News, and has been seen on The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, NPR, Dr. Radio, Nightline, Fox and Friends, The Steve Harvey Show, CBS This Morning, ABC News Now, NBCNightlyNews,20/20, and World News Tonight. She is an expert source for many magazines and serves on the medical advisory board of The Kinsey Institute, Self Magazine, and Prevention Magazine. She writes a regular column for The Ethel by AARP and Prevention Magazine.  Subscribe and Follow Dr. Streicher on  DrStreicher.com Instagram @DrStreich Twitter @DrStreicher Facebook  @DrStreicher YouTube  DrStreicherTV Books by Lauren Streicher, MD  Slip Sliding Away: Turning Back the Clock on Your Vagina-A gynecologist's guide to eliminating post-menopause dryness and pain Hot Flash Hell: A Gynecologist's Guide to Turning Down the Heat Sex Rx- Hormones, Health, and Your Best Sex Ever The Essential Guide to Hysterectomy

Hajira Yasmin, M.D. FACOG, IF, NCMP, AASECT(CSC), is a Board-Certified OB-GYN with expertise in sexual medicine being an AASECT certified Sexuality Counselor and NAMS (North American Menopause Society) certified Menopause Practitioner. She has obtained sexual medicine fellowship in women's health with ISSWSH (International Society for Study of Women's Sexual Health) and postgraduate training as a Sexuality Counselor from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. She specializes in treating perimenopause, menopause hormonal balance, sexual dysfunction in women, vulvovaginal disorders including vulvovaginal pain, skin disorders of the vulva, pelvic pain, and restoring physical intimacy during survivorship care after cancer and conditions like fibromyalgia, diabetes, hypertension, autoimmune disorders, and any other chronic illness. In this episode, Dr Yasmin talks about her many resets: Coming to the US after being an attending in India and England and completing another residency, starting a program in the Midwest, and recently moving to North Carolina to set up a unique practice that serves women. We discussed what fueled her to make these changes, how she developed confidence to do these things, and her recommendations for women who are experiencing pain, significant symptoms of menopause, and sexual dysfunction. Pearls of Wellness Wisdom: 1. Be authentic in what you are doing. Be passionate in what you are doing. Be truthful to your mission. 2. Address your inner critic and change to a positive mindset. 3. Enjoy the JOURNEY not just the end point. www.alraymd.com is her practice in Raleigh, NC. https://www.facebook.com/alraymd

Just as providers educate about developmental milestones during well-child visits or prenatal vitamins during the fertile periods, is there a place for asking women questions about sexual health during their annual physical or how they are transitioning into midlife changes?I am pleased to have the excellent Dr. Hajira Yasmin as a guest on the LIVING AT YOUR PODCAST SHOW to discuss these relevant topics around sexual health and midlife changes. She is a Board-Certified OB-GYN with expertise in sexual medicine, being an AASECT certified Sexuality Counselor and NAMS (North American Menopause Society) certified Menopause Practitioner.Dr. Yasmin and I have discussions around✨ The significant health risks that come with Hormonal changes in women's health span?✨ The solutions to combat these challenges, especially regarding sexual dysfunction. Connect with Dr. Yasmin:Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/hajira.yasminInstagram- http://instagram.com/dryas.alraymdWebsite- www.alraymd.com I hope you will share this episode with the people in your life that benefit from it. They will thank you later.

Most women don't even think about their urethras, but an estrogen starved urinary tract can be the culprit when it comes to recurrent urinary tract infections and that persistent “gotta go” feeling.  In this episode Dr. Streicher sits down with Dr. Kelly Casperson, a board-certified urologist, a certified Menopause Practitioner of the North American Menopause Society and the host of the hit podcast You Are Not Broken to discuss the role of estrogen in urinary health including:  How to get rid of URINARY URGENCY How to use a local vaginal estrogen to alleviate many BLADDER SYMPTOMS Why some women are more prone than others to RECURRENT URINARY TRACT INFECTIONS. Simple ACTION STEPS to decrease recurrent urinary tract infections A NEW VACCINE that is on the horizon for women for women who have recurrent infections Further Information on this topic can be found in: Slip Sliding Away: Turning Back the Clock on Your Vagina- A gynecologist's guide to eliminating post menopause dryness and pain Lauren Streicher, MD is a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, and the medical director of the Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause. She is a  certified menopause practitioner of the North American Menopause Society.  Dr. Streicher is the medical correspondent for Chicago's top-rated news program, the WGNMorningNews, and has been seen on The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, NPR, Dr.Radio,Nightline,Fox and Friends, The Steve Harvey Show, CBS ThisMorning,ABCNewsNow,NBCNightlyNews,20/20, and WorldNewsTonight. She is an expert source for many magazines and serves on the medical advisory board of The Kinsey Institute, Self Magazine and Prevention Magazine. She writes a regular column for The Ethel by AARP and Prevention Magazine.  Subscribe and Follow Dr. Streicher on  Instagram @DrStreich Twitter @DrStreicher Facebook  @DrStreicher YouTube  DrStreicherTV DrStreicher.com Dr. Streicher's Books Slip Sliding Away: Turning Back the Clock on Your Vagina- A gynecologist's guide to eliminating post menopause dryness and pain Hot Flash Hell: A Gynecologist's Guide to Turning Down the Heat Sex Rx- Hormones , Health, and Your Best Sex Ever The Essential Guide to Hysterectomy

It is no surprise to any person identifying as a woman or femme that there are disparities in the medical community around our health. This is why our guest Nisha McKenzie became a Physician's Assistant and opened her own practice to help specifically with women's health issues. In this episode, we discuss these disparities along with validating those who may have had experiences of not being seen or heard, menopause, STIs, and what it means to treat the whole person.  Nisha is the owner and founder of the Women's Health Collective in Grand Rapids, Michigan.  She is a Certified Physician's Assistant, Menopause Practitioner, Sexuality Counselor, and an ISSWSH fellow. Her center is women owned and operated and focuses on the multiple areas women need health care from gynecological, breast examinations, STI testing, fertility care, and more.  Nisha also spends her time teaching at a number of collegiate institutions such as Grand Valley State University, Western Michigan University, and University of Michigan's Sexuality Health Certificate Program. She was recognized as one of West Michigan's most influential women. Women's Health Collective Instagram Facebook TikTok

This interview was fire!!! We talked about women's sexual health, especially perimenopausal women. Ladies, we are taught about the changes our bodies go through for puberty, but less often learn about perimenopausal changes. We think only of menopause. I was so excited to chat with Dr. Hajira Yasmin about all things that women are often embarrassed to discuss. We talked about menopause, perimenopause, sexual health, intimacy and so much more ABOUT Dr. Yasmin Hajira Yasmin, M.D. FACOG, IF, NCMP, AASECT(CSC), is a Board-Certified OB-GYN with expertise in sexual medicine being an AASECT certified Sexuality Counselor and NAMS (North American Menopause Society) certified Menopause Practitioner. She has obtained sexual medicine fellowship in women's health with ISSWSH (International Society for Study of Women's Sexual Health) and postgraduate training as a Sexuality Counselor from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. She specializes in treating perimenopause, menopause hormonal balance, sexual dysfunction in women, vulvovaginal disorders including vulvovaginal pain, skin disorders of the vulva, pelvic pain, and restoring physical intimacy during survivorship care after cancer and conditions like fibromyalgia, diabetes, hypertension, autoimmune disorders, and any other chronic illness. Outside of medicine, she loves hiking with her friends, family including her puppy, exploring new places, and structured fitness training with clean nutrition. She also enjoys spiritual and personal growth activities like yoga, meditation, and life coaching. Find her: www.alraymd.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/urcaringdocs/message

As a woman you can lose up to 20% of your bone density during the five to seven years following menopause. Given the fact that we hit peak bone density by age 30, we can't go back in time and build more, but we can take steps right now to hang onto what we have to keep our skeleton strong and resilient. This week we bring in two guests from the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City to explain how: Dr. Marci Goolsby and Dr. Alana Serota. Marci Goolsby, MD, is Co-Director of the Women's Sports Medicine Center at HSS. She is board certified in family medicine with a certificate of added qualification in sports medicine. She currently serves as team physician for the US Olympic Biathlon team. You can learn more about her at https://www.hss.edu/physicians_goolsby-marci.asp Alana Serota, MD, is an osteoporosis and metabolic bone disease specialist and certified Menopause Practitioner. She is committed to a patient-centered, biopsychosocial approach to the care of osteoporosis and metabolic bone issues. You can learn more about her at https://www.hss.edu/physicians_serota-alana.asp **Support the Podcast** InsideTracker: 25% off at insidetracker.com/feistymenopause Nuun Hydration: 30% off at nuunlife.com with the code HITPLAY Previnex: 15% off your first order with code HITPLAY at https://www.previnex.com/

Dr. Tabatha Barber is double board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology and is a certified Menopause Practitioner through the North American Menopause Society. She has also completed training through the Cleveland Clinic's Institute for Functional Medicine and The American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine. She cares for women one on one in her clinic as a functional gynecologist, and is the creator and host of The Functional Gynecologist Podcast; where she shares her wisdom and knowledge with women everywhere to reclaim their health. She is also a published author, keynote speaker, clinical instructor, mentor, medical director, wife, mom, and grandma! You can learn more about T

Get YOUR copy of the Rock Bottom Thyroid Treatment: https://www.rockbottomwellness.com/book Get your free 7 Day Eating plan here: https://www.rockbottomwellness.com/7-day-eating-plan Schedule your FREE Thyroid Breakthrough Session today by clicking here:  https://p.bttr.to/3jtRIgI Dr. Tabatha Barber has devoted her life to giving women a voice and a choice when it comes to their health and well-being. As a young girl, she struggled with self-esteem and identity issues, dealt with peer-pressure, and survived the ridicule and stigma of becoming a teenage mother. As she shared in her first published book titled, From White Trash to White Coat: The Birth of Catherine’s Purpose, those events led Tabatha to finding her purpose in life. With perseverance and grace, she was able to redirect her path in life and become a successful physician. Dr. Tabatha Barber is double board certified in obstetrics and gynecology and is a certified Menopause Practitioner through the North American Menopause Society. She has also completed training through the Cleveland Clinic’s Institute for Functional Medicine and The American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine. She cares for women one on one in her clinic as a functional gynecologist, and is the creator and host of The Functional Gynecologist Podcast; where she shares her wisdom and knowledge with women everywhere to reclaim their health. She is also a keynote speaker, clinical instructor, mentor, medical director, wife, mom, and grandma! By incorporating functional medicine into her women’s health practice, she is able to provide women with the tools they need to optimize their health and happiness, which, in turn, allows those women to pursue their purpose in life. CONTACT DR TABATHA BARBER The Functional Gynecologist’s Guide to Balancing Your Hormones: https://drtabatha.synduit.com/sueb0001 Dr. Tabatha’s book: From White Trash to White Coat: The Birth of Catherine’s Purpose https://www.drtabatha.com/my-book Dr. Tabatha’s Website: https://www.drtabatha.com/ Dr. Tabatha’s Instagram: https://www.facebook.com/DrTabatha Dr. Tabatha’s facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrTabatha Dr. Tabatha’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheFunctionalGynecologist  

"If we are not managing what's happening around us and to us... we're not going to fulfill our purpose." -Dr. Tabatha Barber Dr. Tabatha Barber has devoted her life to giving women a voice and a choice when it comes to their health and well-being.  As a young girl, she struggled with self-esteem and identity issues and survived the ridicule and stigma of becoming a teenage mother As she shared in her first published book titled, From White Trash to White Coat: The Birth of Catherine’s Purpose. Dr. Tabatha is double board certified in obstetrics and gynecology and is a certified Menopause Practitioner. She has also completed training through the Cleveland Clinic’s Institute for Functional Medicine and The American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine.  She cares for women one on one in her clinic as a functional gynecologist, and is creator and host of The Functional Gynecologist Podcast; where she shares her wisdom and knowledge with women everywhere to reclaim their health. She is also a keynote speaker, clinical instructor, mentor, medical director, wife, mom, and grandma! By incorporating functional medicine into her women’s health practice, she is able to provide women with the tools they need to optimize their health and happiness, which, in turn, allows those women to pursue their purpose in life. During today’s talk we delve into bone health from the eyes of a functional gynecologist. We talk about the role of estrogen – what estrogen deficiency looks like, important testing Dr. Tabatha uses and what she has found to work for women going through menopause and beyond. Stay tuned because there is so much to learn from Dr.Tabatha. Links: The Functional Gynecologist's Guide to Balancing Your Hormones Dr. Tabatha's website   Timestamps: [00:35] Introduction [03:35] Dr. Tabatha’s story and an Introduction to functional gynecology [11:14] How often should a woman see their gynecologist? [13:49] When should a woman start thinking about bone health? [16:19] What can we do early on to improve bone health? [18:45] “A voice and a choice.” [21:25] Estrogen, proton-pump inhibitors, and menopause [27:45] Hormones and stress without estrogen [30:45] Testing, what should you ask for? [37:32] Cortisol and stress [44:19] Practicing what you preach: meditation   DISCLAIMER – The information presented on this podcast should not be construed as medical advice. It is not intended to replace consultation with your physician or healthcare provider. The ideas shared on this podcast are the expressed opinions of the guests and do not always reflect those of Margie Bissinger and the Happy Bones, Happy Life program.

On todays episode of Women N Wellness Dr. Tabatha Barber joins us. She is a functional gynecologist with a very unique approach to helping her clients. The questions covered in todays episode are:What is a functional gynecologist?What should women expect from their gynecologist?What are common complaints women come to you for?What’s the biggest misconception women have about going to the gynecologist?Why are birth control pills given to so many women?Are birth control pills contributing to our health issues?Dr. Tabatha Barber has devoted her life to giving women a voice and a choice when it comes to their health and well-being. As a young girl, she struggled with self-esteem and identity issues, dealt with peer-pressure, and survived the ridicule and stigma of becoming a teenage mother. As she shared in her first published book titled, From White Trash to White Coat: The Birth of Catherine’s Purpose, those events led Tabatha to finding her purpose in life. With perseverance and grace, she was able to redirect her path in life and become a successful physician.Dr. Tabatha is double board certified in obstetrics and gynecology through ACOOG and is a certified Menopause Practitioner through the North American Menopause Society. She has also completed training through the Cleveland Clinic’s Institute for Functional Medicine. She cares for women one on one in her clinic as a functional gynecologist, and recently started The Functional Gynecologist Podcast, to share her wisdom and knowledge with women everywhere. By incorporating functional medicine into her women’s health practice, she is able to provide women with the tools they need to optimize their health and happiness, which, in turn, allows those women to pursue their purpose in life.You can find her on Facebook and instagram. Remember her name has 3a’s when searching.

Sex after breast cancer?? We’re calling in the experts! Dr. Pam Gaudry is an MD and certified medical sex therapist who specializes in menopausal medicine. She’s written the well known book, Love, Sweat, & Tears, where she talks about how to keep the romance alive and how to enjoy intimacy after menopause. Her book was+ Read More

ELIZABETH PLOURDE, C.L.S., NCMP, Ph.D., is a Menopause Practitioner, medical researcher, health educator, and Internationally known author whose books: EMF Freedom: Solutions for the 21st Century Pollution and Sunscreens Biohazard: Treat as Hazardous Waste reveal how to reduce the health impact of wireless devices and alternatives to the sunscreens that can lead to the skin cancers they were intended to prevent. The cell phones and Wi-Fi  we are now surrounded by create a variety of symptoms including headaches, insomnia, itchy skin rashes, dizziness, nausea, and heart palpitations.  Essential for everyone, Dr. Plourde offers simple, inexpensive techniques for cell phone and Wi-Fi Radiation survival in today’s electrified world, as well as safer sun exposure. Find out more about EMF Freedom , Smart Dot Technology and Sunscreen Biohazards by clicking the link. JJ Flizanes is an Empowerment Strategist and the host of several podcast shows including Fit 2 Love and Spirit, Purpose & Energy. She is the Director of Invisible Fitness, an Amazon best-selling author of Fit 2 Love: How to Get Physically, Emotionally, and Spiritually Fit to Attract the Love of Your Life, and author of Knack Absolute Abs: Routines for a Fit and Firm Core. She was named Best Personal Trainer in Los Angeles for 2007 by Elite Traveler Magazine. JJ has been featured in many national magazines, including Shape, Fitness, Elegant Bride, and Women’s Health as well as appeared on NBC, CBS, Fox 11, the CW and KTLA. Her newest book, The Invisible Fitness Formula: 5 Secrets to Release Weight and End Body Shame debuted at #2 on the Amazon Best Seller List for Women’s Health – get your free copy at jjflizanes.com/book  

ELIZABETH PLOURDE, C.L.S., NCMP, Ph.D., is a Menopause Practitioner, medical researcher, health educator, and Internationally known author whose books: EMF Freedom: Solutions for the 21st Century Pollution and Sunscreens Biohazard: Treat as Hazaardous Waste reveal how to reduce the health impact of wireless devices and alternatives to the sunscreens that can lead to the skin cancers they were intended to prevent. The cell phones and Wi-Fi we are now surrounded by create a variety of symptoms including headaches, insomnia, itchy skin rashes, dizziness, nausea, and heart palpitations. Essential for everyone, Dr. Plourde offers simple, inexpensive techniques for cell phone and Wi-Fi Radiation survival in today’s electrified world, as well as safer sun exposure. http://fit2love.tv JJ Flizanes is an Empowerment Strategist. She is the Director of Invisible Fitness, an Amazon best-selling author of Fit 2 Love: How to Get Physically, Emotionally, and Spiritually Fit to Attract the Love of Your Life, and author of Knack Absolute Abs: Routines for a Fit and Firm Core. She was named Best Personal Trainer in Los Angeles for 2007 by Elite Traveler Magazine. JJ vividly reminds us that the word ‘fitness’ is not just about the state of one’s physical body, but also the factors which determine a person’s overall well being. And, for JJ, the key components in all these areas are ‘invisible’ — balanced support structures of nutrition, emotional centeredness and health. A favorite of journalists and the media for her depth of knowledge and vibrant personality, JJ, a contributing expert for Get Active Magazine, has also been featured in many national magazines, including Shape, Fitness, Muscle and Fitness HERS, Elegant Bride, and Women’s Health as well as appeared on NBC, CBS, Fox 11 and KTLA. She is also a video expert for About.com and regular contributor for The Daily Love. JJ launched her professional career in 1996 as the Foundations Director for the New York Sports Club, where she designed curriculum and in-house certification for new and previously uncertified fitness trainers. She has also been certified by the American Council on Exercise (ACE), International Sports Science Association (ISSA), and the Resistance Training Specialist Program (RTS). With a focus on biomechanics, JJ has lectured for The Learning Annex and as a featured speaker for New York Times Bestselling Author of The Millionaire Mind, T. Harv Ecker’s Peak Potentials seminars, as well as corporate clients, including Pacific Gas and Electric, Hanson Engineering, and Jostens, Inc. She is the Wellness Expert for KFC International, the Health and Fitness Expert for the National Association of Entrepreneur Moms, and a Fitness Expert for Nourishing Wellness Medical Center. She has been working in the health and wellness industry for 15 years, as a fitness trainer with a knack for helping her clients become more self-aware and self-empowered through her ability to quickly identify and pinpoint problem areas, and then create simple solutions involving exercise, nutrition and mindset changes. She is the Host of the new iTunes Podcast Show Fit 2 Love: Physical, Emotional and Spiritual Fitness for the Happy Life You Deserve which is six day a week video and audio show. What sets JJ apart from her Celebrity Fitness counterparts is the holistic approach to getting results. Over the last fourteen years she has studied, used and applied Positive Psychology, Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), Law of Attraction, Quantum Physics, Non Violent Communication, Imago Therapy, and Hypnotherapy. JJ Flizanes has proven that she’s not only an expert in matters of the body and fitness—she’s an insightful and provocative author who delivers a timely message about matters of the heart.

Host: Michael Krychman, MD Host Dr. Michael Krychman welcomes Dr. Risa Kagan to discuss the intimacy and sexuality issues that patients face when they are dealing with fragility fractures. Dr. Kagan is Clinical Professor of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences at the University of California, San Francisco. Since October 2005, she has been practicing gynecology with the East Bay Physicians Medical Group. Dr. Kagan is also a medical consultant at the Foundation for Osteoporosis Research and Education (FORE), and principal investigator on several clinical research trials involving women’s health. She is a North American Menopause Society (NAMS) certified Menopause Practitioner and is certified by the International Society of Clinical Densitometry.

Host: Michael Krychman, MD Host Dr. Michael Krychman welcomes Dr. Risa Kagan to discuss the intimacy and sexuality issues that patients face when they are dealing with fragility fractures. Dr. Kagan is Clinical Professor of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences at the University of California, San Francisco. Since October 2005, she has been practicing gynecology with the East Bay Physicians Medical Group. Dr. Kagan is also a medical consultant at the Foundation for Osteoporosis Research and Education (FORE), and principal investigator on several clinical research trials involving women’s health. She is a North American Menopause Society (NAMS) certified Menopause Practitioner and is certified by the International Society of Clinical Densitometry.

ELIZABETH PLOURDE, C.L.S., NCMP, Ph.D., is a Menopause Practitioner, medical researcher, health educator, and Internationally known author whose books: EMF Freedom: Solutions for the 21st Century Pollution and Sunscreens Biohazard: Treat as Hazaardous Waste reveal how to reduce the health impact of wireless devices and alternatives to the sunscreens that can lead to the skin cancers they were intended to prevent. The cell phones and Wi-Fi we are now surrounded by create a variety of symptoms including headaches, insomnia, itchy skin rashes, dizziness, nausea, and heart palpitations. Essential for everyone, Dr. Plourde offers simple, inexpensive techniques for cell phone and Wi-Fi Radiation survival in today’s electrified world, as well as safer sun exposure. JJ Flizanes is an Empowerment Strategist. She is the Director of Invisible Fitness, an Amazon best-selling author of Fit 2 Love: How to Get Physically, Emotionally, and Spiritually Fit to Attract the Love of Your Life, and author of Knack Absolute Abs: Routines for a Fit and Firm Core. She was named Best Personal Trainer in Los Angeles for 2007 by Elite Traveler Magazine. JJ vividly reminds us that the word ‘fitness’ is not just about the state of one’s physical body, but also the factors which determine a person’s overall well being. And, for JJ, the key components in all these areas are ‘invisible’ — balanced support structures of nutrition, emotional centeredness and health. A favorite of journalists and the media for her depth of knowledge and vibrant personality, JJ, a contributing expert for Get Active Magazine, has also been featured in many national magazines, including Shape, Fitness, Muscle and Fitness HERS, Elegant Bride, and Women’s Health as well as appeared on NBC, CBS, Fox 11 and KTLA. She is also a video expert for About.com and regular contributor for The Daily Love. JJ launched her professional career in 1996 as the Foundations Director for the New York Sports Club, where she designed curriculum and in-house certification for new and previously uncertified fitness trainers. She has also been certified by the American Council on Exercise (ACE), International Sports Science Association (ISSA), and the Resistance Training Specialist Program (RTS). With a focus on biomechanics, JJ has lectured for The Learning Annex and as a featured speaker for New York Times Bestselling Author of The Millionaire Mind, T. Harv Ecker’s Peak Potentials seminars, as well as corporate clients, including Pacific Gas and Electric, Hanson Engineering, and Jostens, Inc. She is the Wellness Expert for KFC International, the Health and Fitness Expert for the National Association of Entrepreneur Moms, and a Fitness Expert for Nourishing Wellness Medical Center. She has been working in the health and wellness industry for 15 years, as a fitness trainer with a knack for helping her clients become more self-aware and self-empowered through her ability to quickly identify and pinpoint problem areas, and then create simple solutions involving exercise, nutrition and mindset changes. She is the Host of the new iTunes Podcast Show Fit 2 Love: Physical, Emotional and Spiritual Fitness for the Happy Life You Deserve which is six day a week video and audio show. What sets JJ apart from her Celebrity Fitness counterparts is the holistic approach to getting results. Over the last fourteen years she has studied, used and applied Positive Psychology, Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), Law of Attraction, Quantum Physics, Non Violent Communication, Imago Therapy, and Hypnotherapy. JJ Flizanes has proven that she’s not only an expert in matters of the body and fitness—she’s an insightful and provocative author who delivers a timely message about matters of the heart.

ELIZABETH PLOURDE, C.L.S., NCMP, Ph.D., is a Menopause Practitioner, medical researcher, health educator, and Internationally known author whose books: EMF Freedom: Solutions for the 21st Century Pollution and Sunscreens Biohazard: Treat as Hazaardous Waste reveal how to reduce the health impact of wireless devices and alternatives to the sunscreens that can lead to the skin cancers they were intended to prevent. The cell phones and Wi-Fi  we are now surrounded by create a variety of symptoms including headaches, insomnia, itchy skin rashes, dizziness, nausea, and heart palpitations.  Essential for everyone, Dr. Plourde offers simple, inexpensive techniques for cell phone and Wi-Fi Radiation survival in today’s electrified world, as well as safer sun exposure.     JJ Flizanes is an Empowerment Strategist. She is the Director of Invisible Fitness, an Amazon best-selling author of Fit 2 Love: How to Get Physically, Emotionally, and Spiritually Fit to Attract the Love of Your Life, and author of Knack Absolute Abs: Routines for a Fit and Firm Core. She was named Best Personal Trainer in Los Angeles for 2007 by Elite Traveler Magazine.     JJ vividly reminds us that the word ‘fitness’ is not just about the state of one’s physical body, but also the factors which determine a person’s overall well being.   And, for JJ, the key components in all these areas are ‘invisible’ — balanced support structures of nutrition, emotional centeredness and health. A favorite of journalists and the media for her depth of knowledge and vibrant personality, JJ, a contributing expert for Get Active Magazine, has also been featured in many national magazines, including Shape, Fitness, Muscle and Fitness HERS, Elegant Bride, and Women’s Health as well as appeared on NBC, CBS, Fox 11 and KTLA. She is also a video expert for About.com and regular contributor for The Daily Love.   JJ launched her professional career in 1996 as the Foundations Director for the New York Sports Club, where she designed curriculum and in-house certification for new and previously uncertified fitness trainers. She has also been certified by the American Council on Exercise (ACE), International Sports Science Association (ISSA), and the Resistance Training Specialist Program (RTS).   With a focus on biomechanics, JJ has lectured for The Learning Annexand as a featured speaker for New York Times Bestselling Author of The Millionaire Mind, T. Harv Ecker’s Peak Potentials seminars, as well as corporate clients, including Pacific Gas and Electric, Hanson Engineering, and Jostens, Inc. She is the Wellness Expert for KFC International, the Health and Fitness Expert for the National Association of Entrepreneur Moms, and a Fitness Expert for Nourishing Wellness Medical Center.    She has been working in the health and wellness industry for 15 years, as a fitness trainer with a knack for helping her clients become more self-aware and self-empowered through her ability to quickly identify and pinpoint problem areas, and then create simple solutions involving exercise, nutrition and mindset changes. She is the Host of the new iTunes Podcast Show Fit 2 Love: Physical, Emotional and Spiritual Fitness for the Happy Life You Deserve which is six day a week video and audio show.   What sets JJ apart from her Celebrity Fitness counterparts is the holistic approach to getting results. Over the last fourteen years she has studied, used and applied Positive Psychology, Neuro-Linguistic  Programming (NLP), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), Law of Attraction, Quantum Physics, Non Violent Communication, Imago Therapy, and Hypnotherapy. JJ Flizanes has proven that she’s not only an expert in matters of the body and fitness—she’s an insightful and provocative author who delivers a timely message about matters of the heart.  

  ELIZABETH PLOURDE, C.L.S., NCMP, Ph.D., is a Menopause Practitioner, medical researcher, health educator, and Internationally known author whose books: EMF Freedom: Solutions for the 21st Century Pollution and Sunscreens Biohazard: Treat as Hazaardous Waste reveal how to reduce the health impact of wireless devices and alternatives to the sunscreens that can lead to the skin cancers they were intended to prevent. The cell phones and Wi-Fi  we are now surrounded by create a variety of symptoms including headaches, insomnia, itchy skin rashes, dizziness, nausea, and heart palpitations.  Essential for everyone, Dr. Plourde offers simple, inexpensive techniques for cell phone and Wi-Fi Radiation survival in today’s electrified world, as well as safer sun exposure.   http://fit2love.tv   JJ Flizanes is an Empowerment Strategist. She is the Director of Invisible Fitness, an Amazon best-selling author of Fit 2 Love: How to Get Physically, Emotionally, and Spiritually Fit to Attract the Love of Your Life, and author of Knack Absolute Abs: Routines for a Fit and Firm Core. She was named Best Personal Trainer in Los Angeles for 2007 by Elite Traveler Magazine.     JJ vividly reminds us that the word ‘fitness’ is not just about the state of one’s physical body, but also the factors which determine a person’s overall well being.   And, for JJ, the key components in all these areas are ‘invisible’ — balanced support structures of nutrition, emotional centeredness and health. A favorite of journalists and the media for her depth of knowledge and vibrant personality, JJ, a contributing expert for Get Active Magazine, has also been featured in many national magazines, including Shape, Fitness, Muscle and Fitness HERS, Elegant Bride, and Women’s Health as well as appeared on NBC, CBS, Fox 11 and KTLA. She is also a video expert for About.com and regular contributor for The Daily Love.   JJ launched her professional career in 1996 as the Foundations Director for the New York Sports Club, where she designed curriculum and in-house certification for new and previously uncertified fitness trainers. She has also been certified by the American Council on Exercise (ACE), International Sports Science Association (ISSA), and the Resistance Training Specialist Program (RTS).   With a focus on biomechanics, JJ has lectured for The Learning Annexand as a featured speaker for New York Times Bestselling Author of The Millionaire Mind, T. Harv Ecker’s Peak Potentials seminars, as well as corporate clients, including Pacific Gas and Electric, Hanson Engineering, and Jostens, Inc. She is the Wellness Expert for KFC International, the Health and Fitness Expert for the National Association of Entrepreneur Moms, and a Fitness Expert for Nourishing Wellness Medical Center.    She has been working in the health and wellness industry for 15 years, as a fitness trainer with a knack for helping her clients become more self-aware and self-empowered through her ability to quickly identify and pinpoint problem areas, and then create simple solutions involving exercise, nutrition and mindset changes. She is the Host of the new iTunes Podcast Show Fit 2 Love: Physical, Emotional and Spiritual Fitness for the Happy Life You Deserve which is six day a week video and audio show.   What sets JJ apart from her Celebrity Fitness counterparts is the holistic approach to getting results. Over the last fourteen years she has studied, used and applied Positive Psychology, Neuro-Linguistic  Programming (NLP), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), Law of Attraction, Quantum Physics, Non Violent Communication, Imago Therapy, and Hypnotherapy. JJ Flizanes has proven that she’s not only an expert in matters of the body and fitness—she’s an insightful and provocative author who delivers a timely message about matters of the heart.  

Host: Prathima Setty, MD How can clinicians learn to individualize hormonal therapys for your menopausal patients? What are the common symptoms? Host Dr. Prathima Setty welcomes Dr. Risa Kagan to discuss this important topic as well as, understanding the importance of understanding the difference between hormone-replacement therapy to hormone therapy. Dr. Kagan is Clinical Professor of the Departmient of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences at the University of California, San Francisco, CA. She is a North American Menopause Society (NAMS) certified Menopause Practitioner and is certified by the International Society of Clinical Densitometry. She serves on national committees developing standards for menopause and osteoporosis care and is actively involved in several professional organizations including the North American Menopause Society where she was the 2005-2006 chair of the professional education committee. About NAMS The interview was conducted live at The North American Menopause Society (NAMS) meeting. Founded in 1989, NAMS is North America's leading nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting the health and quality of life of all women during midlife and beyond through an understanding of menopause and healthy aging. Its multidisciplinary membership of 2,000 leaders in the field-including clinical and basic science experts from medicine, nursing, sociology, psychology, nutrition, anthropology, epidemiology, pharmacy, and education-makes ...

Host: Prathima Setty, MD How can clinicians learn to individualize hormonal therapys for your menopausal patients? What are the common symptoms? Host Dr. Prathima Setty welcomes Dr. Risa Kagan to discuss this important topic as well as, understanding the importance of understanding the difference between hormone-replacement therapy to hormone therapy. Dr. Kagan is Clinical Professor of the Departmient of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences at the University of California, San Francisco, CA. She is a North American Menopause Society (NAMS) certified Menopause Practitioner and is certified by the International Society of Clinical Densitometry. She serves on national committees developing standards for menopause and osteoporosis care and is actively involved in several professional organizations including the North American Menopause Society where she was the 2005-2006 chair of the professional education committee. About NAMS The interview was conducted live at The North American Menopause Society (NAMS) meeting. Founded in 1989, NAMS is North America's leading nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting the health and quality of life of all women during midlife and beyond through an understanding of menopause and healthy aging. Its multidisciplinary membership of 2,000 leaders in the field-including clinical and basic science experts from medicine, nursing, sociology, psychology, nutrition, anthropology, epidemiology, pharmacy, and education-makes ...