Hot flashes (also called vasomotor symptoms) are one of the most well-known — and often the most frustrating — symptoms of menopause....

Estrogen plays a significant role in cardiovascular health—and more than 40 studies support its cardioprotective effects . Estrogen...

Hair loss is one of the most common concerns I hear from women in my menopause clinic. Somewhere around 30% of my patients mention it —...

At my menopause-focused clinic, I’m always on the lookout for gentle, effective options that help women feel better. One treatment I’m...

I started using estriol cream at age 47 —but honestly, I wish I had gotten a start on a consistent skincare regimen years ago. I’ve...

Introduction Many women don’t realize that testosterone is just as important for them as it is for men. In fact, women have more...

Menopause is not a fleeting trend. Yes, people say it’s finally having its moment in the spotlight, but that implies it’s temporary. I...

Buckle up because I know this is a heavy blog, but the details are important, and this is information patients need to know in order to...

If you’re in midlife and struggling with weight gain—especially around the midsection—you are not alone. In my menopause practice, nearly...

Menopausal Musculoskeletal Pain: A Manageable Condition In my menopause practice, I see more women complaining of musculoskeletal pain...

High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) has long been praised as an efficient and effective workout for burning fat, building strength,...

For many women, menopause symptoms after cancer treatment can be severe, especially when menopause is induced by surgery. Women who have...

How GLP-1s Work GLP-1 receptor agonists (glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists) work by mimicking the body's natural GLP-1 hormone,...

As a physician in my late 40s and focused on menopause care, I know firsthand how challenging weight management can feel during this...

Menopause can be challenging for any woman, but for those who have undergone treatment for gynecologic cancers, it is often more severe...

Recently, several patients have asked if I offer pellets in my practice, and the answer is no. I also have patients who switched to my...

Testosterone is often thought of as a hormone associated with men, but it plays a crucial role in women’s health too. In fact, women have...

Understanding Endometriosis and Menopause Management Endometriosis is a condition where tissue similar to the lining of the uterus...

Hi, it’s Dr. Christa Waymire! I’ve been getting a common question lately: Why don’t I take insurance in my menopause-focused practice?...

First, I want to say that I love when a patient arrives at my clinic already educated about what (peri)menopause is and what menopause...