Menopause Matters: Clinical Strategies & Patient Support

Timestamps

1. 00:00Introduction
2. 08:52The EnRitched Menopause Podcast: A Resource for Patients and Practitioners
3. 15:22Common Patient Presentations of Menopause
4. 20:43The Role of Laboratory Evaluation of Hormone Levels
5. 24:20Testosterone in the Menopausal Patient
6. 27:13Navigating Hormone Therapy: Estrogen, Progesterone, and Testosterone
7. 31:03Physiologic Hormonal Changes in Menopause
8. 35:00Shared Decision-Making
9. 39:00Exploring Sexual Function and Libido in Menopause
10. 45:38The Power of a Physician’s Support and Trusted Advice
11. 50:09Innovative Approaches and Future Directions in Menopause Care

More about this episode

The episode begins with Dr. Ritch, a minimally invasive gynecologic surgeon, describing her path into menopause care, including the development of her podcast, EnRitched Menopause. She touches on the role of laboratory workup in menopause, but emphasizes the patient’s symptoms are more important to address than numerical values on labs. She then delves into treatment options, including the complexities of hormone replacement therapy, and the multifactorial nature of sexual function issues. Most importantly, the physicians emphasize listening to patients, offering comprehensive care beyond hormone therapy, and utilizing resources like podcasts to educate both practitioners and patients. Finally, they explore new treatments and the potential future advancements in menopause care.