75. Navigating Menopause with Dr. Joelle Lieman

Dr. Joelle Lieman, MD, is the CEO and founder of Elite Medspa and Wellness Center in the Boston area. She is a highly respected board-certified OB/GYN and an esteemed expert in aesthetic medicine, women and men’s hormone health and sexual wellness. Her passion lies in empowering her patients, whether through personalized health care plans or advanced aesthetic treatments that enhance confidence and well-being.After sharing her journey from a traditional OB/GYN to an innovator in aesthetics and integrative medicine, Dr. Lieman takes us through how she helps her menopausal patients navigate this new era of their life. She talks about her experiences with pioneering treatments like the O-shot, and her insights into the transformative role of hormones in women's health. We explore the profound effects of testosterone on postmenopausal women, drawing on a study by Dr. Rebecca Glaser, and discuss estrogen's critical role in vaginal and pelvic health. Dr. Lieman also reveals that she is a breast cancer survivor of over 15 years, which she references to show the importance of personalized hormone health. We wrap up by celebrating the growing awareness and advocacy around menopause, encouraging everyone to educate themselves and embrace self-advocacy.Topics discussed in this episode include:• How Dr. Lieman transitioned from a traditional OB/GYN to aesthetics and functional medicine.• Why testosterone plays a crucial role in menopausal women's health.• The WHI study of 2002 and why it was so flawed, yet still causes misconceptions today.• How Dr. Rebecca Glaser’s study highlights testosterone's benefits for mood and breast cancer prevention.• The O-shot and how it can rejuvenate the vagina’s natural moisturization during menopause.• Misconceptions about testosterone and its therapy options.• How estrogen therapy impacts vaginal and pelvic health in women.• How menopause conversations are gaining momentum, encouraging education and awareness.• How Dr. Lieman's integrative medicine journey reflects courage and adaptability.• Why understanding estrogen's role in health is vital for addressing menopause symptoms.• How using personalized care and advocacy will result in optimizing your hormone health.• Why traditional medicine's shortcomings show the need for personalized approaches.Follow our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lexiyoonp or visit us at https://www.yoodirecthealth.com My Elite Medspa: https://www.myelitemedspa.com My Elite Academy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/my.eliteacademyDr. Joelle Leiman on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjoellelieman My Elite Medspa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myelitemedspa