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BackTable / OBGYN / Podcast / Episode #102
Guide to Vaginal Rejuvenation: Myths, Realities, & Medical Insights
with Dr. Karyn Eilber and Dr. Ariana Smith
Vaginal rejuvenation is often misunderstood, misrepresented, and overdue for honest conversations in medicine. In this crossover episode between BackTable Urology and BackTable OBGYN, Dr. Nirit Rosenblum, a urology and OBGYN professor at NYU Langone Medical Center, is joined by Dr. Karyn Eilber, Chair of the Cedars-Sinai Medical Group Department of Surgery, and Dr. Ariana Smith, Chief of Urology at Pennsylvania Hospital. Together, they bring a multidisciplinary lens to one of the most misunderstood areas of women’s health.
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BackTable, LLC (Producer). (2026, January 20). Ep. 102 – Guide to Vaginal Rejuvenation: Myths, Realities, & Medical Insights [Audio podcast]. Retrieved from https://www.backtable.com
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Synopsis
The discussion revolves around the broad definition of vaginal rejuvenation, distinguishing between medical and cosmetic interventions. They address common misconceptions, the roles of different health professionals, and emphasize the importance of pelvic floor physical therapy and the appropriate use of systemic and vaginal estrogen therapy. The conversation also highlights critical gaps in research surrounding laser and radiofrequency interventions, underscoring the need for stronger evidence, clearer patient education, and continued advocacy around menopause care and sexual function.
Timestamps
00:00 - Introduction
02:11 - Defining Vaginal Rejuvenation
04:35 - Common Procedures and Misconceptions
10:04 - Insurance and Coverage of Procedures
12:04 - Laser and Radiofrequency Therapies
18:10 - Vaginal Estrogen and Lift of Black Box Warning
19:59 - The Role of Systemic Hormone Therapy
26:56 - Vaginal Rejuvenation Misconceptions
32:21 - Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy and Timing of Procedures
34:24 - Regional Variations in Therapeutic Availability
38:40 - Gender Inequity in Healthcare
40:16 - Final Thoughts
Resources
Joint Report on Terminology for Cosmetic Gynecology
https://journals.lww.com/fpmrs/abstract/2022/06000/joint_report_on_terminology_for_cosmetic.2.aspx
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