Your Gynecologist Can't Fix This: The Cardiometabolic Side of Menopause with Dr. Heather Hirsch

About this episode

Dr. Heather Hirsch discusses the cardiometabolic implications of menopause and the need for better care beyond traditional OB-GYN approaches.

Dr. Heather Hirsch, MD, Perimenopause & Mid-Life Expert, explains how treating menopause as an OB-GYN problem has deprived women of proper care — and what needs to change. From the heart and brain to bones and body composition, she lays out the full-body impact of this transition, and how to protect your health now, at any age. Watch the full episode at https://youtu.be/ME_mDKHK6jA

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Stephanie Estima

Guest: Dr. Heather Hirsch

Topics covered

• menopause
• gynecology
• cardiometabolic health
• women's health
• mid-life transitions

Keywords

• menopause
• cardiometabolic health
• women's health
• perimenopause
• mid-life

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: OB-GYN

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