Dr. Karen Toubi
OBGYN
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Dr. Karen Toubi is an OBGYN practicing at Rodeo Drive Women's Health Center in Beverly Hills, California.
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Episode # 127 • 28 Jul 2026
Approaches to Menopause & Hormone Therapy
Hormones aren't the problem. Misunderstanding them is. On this episode of BackTable Women’s Health, Dr. Karen Toubi sits down with Dr. James Simon to discuss menopause, sexual medicine, and his career journey from early IVF research to treating aging women. They also unpack his Green Journal paper with Dr. Barbara Levy, challenging common misconceptions about hormone therapy and explaining why treatment should be individualized because not all estrogens and progestogens are the same.
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Dr. Karen Toubi is a board-certified OB-GYN specializing in perimenopause, menopause, genito-pelvic pain, pleasure and vulvar skin disorders.. With a deep commitment to personalized medicine, she understands that every woman’s journey is unique. By prioritizing education, empowerment, and compassionate care, she ensures that her patients feel heard, supported, and equipped with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions about their health. Her goal is to help women optimize their healthspan and reclaim their quality of life at every stage.
As a recognized expert in menopause management, sexual pain, pleasure disorders, and vulvovaginal health, Dr. Toubi provides advanced care for women experiencing hormonal imbalances, painful intercourse, vaginal dryness, and pelvic discomfort—issues that are often overlooked or undertreated. She is passionate about changing the narrative, offering both medical, surgical and holistic approaches to restore comfort, confidence, and vitality.
In addition to her clinical practice, Dr. Toubi is the founder of Power Unpaused, a membership community providing women with expert guidance, educational resources, and a supportive network to help them thrive. She is also a sought-after speaker at community educational events, where she shares evidence-based insights on menopause, hormone health, and intimate wellness.
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