Midlife Wellness NP
Welcome to the Midlife Wellness NP podcast, where we embark on an authentic and empowering journey through midlife and menopause! As a board-certified family nurse practitioner and menopause society certified practitioner, I'm Kim Heifner, your host and guide.
After 23 years in acute care medicine, I shifted my focus to support and empower women during their critical midlife years. This podcast is a sanctuary of understanding, support, and endless possibilities, featuring solo episodes and engaging interviews with authors and experts in all areas of health and wellness.
Together, we'll tackle the real talk, from perimenopause and menopause insights to rediscovering purpose and embracing the everyday challenges of nurturing well-being. Join my growing community and celebrate your extraordinary midlife journey with the Midlife Wellness NP podcast.
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Midlife Wellness NP
Menopause, Hormone Therapy, and Vibrant Aging with Integrative OB-GYN, Dr. Felish Gersh
In this episode of the Midlife Wellness NP podcast, I am thrilled to welcome the esteemed Dr. Felice Gersh, a multi-award-winning physician with dual board certifications in OB-GYN and Integrative Medicine. Dr. Gersh is the founder and director of the Integrative Medical Group of Irvine and a globally recognized speaker and author on women's health.
Join us as we delve into the critical topics surrounding menopause and midlife wellness. Dr. Gersh shares her expert insights on hormone replacement therapy (HRT), discussing its safety, efficacy, and the optimal timing for starting treatment. We explore the science behind why hormones like estrogen and progesterone are vital for long-term health and how they can help manage symptoms such as heart palpitations during perimenopause and menopause. Dr. Gersh provides a clear understanding of the role of estrogen in metabolic health and the inability to lose weight.
Additionally, Dr. Gersh addresses the underlying causes of heart palpitations in these stages of life and offers practical advice on dosing and managing hormone therapy. We also touch on the challenges of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) in midlife and menopause, providing valuable information for women navigating these complex health issues.
Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of how hormone therapy can transform your health and well-being during midlife and beyond. This episode is packed with actionable insights and expert advice that you won't want to miss!
Episode Highlights:
- The safety and efficacy of hormone replacement therapy
- Optimal timing and dosing for HRT
- Managing heart palpitations in perimenopause and menopause
- Understanding and addressing PCOS in midlife and menopause
- The importance of hormones like estrogen and progesterone for long-term health
- Estrogen’s role in metabolic health and weight gain
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