Integrative OB GYN's Insights on Hormone Replacement Therapy with Dr. Felice Gersh Part 1

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In this conversation, Dr. Polly Watson interviews Dr. Felice Gersh on the benefits of hormone replacement therapy and cardiovascular health. Dr. Gersh clarifies the difference between bioidentical hormones and non naturally occurring hormones, particularly in terms of cardiovascular health. She discusses the Women's Health Initiative study and its impact on the perception of hormone replacement therapy as well as the larger implications of how this study was designed.

Dr. Gersh emphasizes the importance of proper dosing and the need for individualized hormone therapy based on the specific needs of each woman. She also highlights the lack of clinical data and the need for more research in this area.

Quotes

“Everyone agrees that exercise, sleep, and eating organic fruits and vegetables are good for health. It's also understood that the benefits depend on consistency and quantity, as sporadic efforts won't yield significant results.”

Links

Connect with Dr. Felice Gersh:

Website: https://integrativemgi.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.felicegersh/?hl=en

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/felicegershmd/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrbn9RUdGuc6Wq-FT7V4u3g

Publication: ​​https://www.sciencedirect.com/journal/progress-in-cardiovascular-diseases

Connect with Dr. Polly Watson:

Website: https://hormonewellnessmd.com/podcast

Resources: https://hormonewellnessmd.com/podcast-resources

New Patient: https://hormonewellnessmdacademy.teachable.com/p/are-we-a-good-fit-new-patient-welcome-course

Instagram: https://instagram.com/hormonewellnessmd

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hormonewellnessmd

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG4Tw8oHGR_6wBZmXrTu9xA

Disclaimer: https://hormonewellnessmd.com/podcast#Disclaimer