A Doctor's Inspiring Cancer Journey with Dr. Esra Shermadou

In this episode of The Care Room, Dr. Cindy Ojevwe interviews Dr. Esra Shermadou, a family practice physician who shares her personal journey with cancer and how it has shaped her passion for women's health, particularly in the areas of premature ovarian insufficiency and strength training. Dr. Shermadou discusses the importance of hormone therapy, nutrition, and lifestyle changes in managing health, especially for women facing challenges related to menopause and obesity. She also provides practical advice for those looking to start strength training and emphasizes the significance of a balanced diet.Dr. Esra Shermadou is a board-certified family medicine physician and a diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine. After navigating her own journey with premature ovarian insufficiency, she became deeply passionate about women’s health, hormone therapy, and sustainable lifestyle change. Her lived experience influences her patient care—especially her commitment to helping others take back control of their health. Dr. Shermadou is the founder of Sakinah Health, a new direct primary care clinic in Dayton, OH (coming October, 2025) designed to support both women and men feel like themselves again. Using a personalized root-cause approach to hormone, metabolic, and lifestyle health, she helps her patients reclaim their energy, confidence and sense of well-being.You can find her here:YouTube: https://youtube.com/@dresrashermadou?si=p9-CL296eS1r59PzFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1BnQxmfsmV/?mibextid=wwXIfrInstagram: @dresra_shermadou_doTikTok: @dr_esra_shermadouWebsite: www.SakinahHealth.comBlog: https://www.drshermadou.com