Menopause specialist: Everything you need to know about the menopause in your 20s, 30s and 40s

Dr Claire Phipps is a highly dedicated GP turned menopause specialist based in London. She works particularly close women and people with complex health histories or multiple medical conditions, and her approach combines evidence-based hormonal and non-hormonal therapies, as well as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). Claire is also deeply committed to advancing access to evidence-based menopause care for underserved and underrepresented populations. She holds the British Menopause Society Advanced Menopause Certificate, is a member of the International Menopause Society, and European Andropause and Menopause society.In this episode, we chat through: The menopause basicsHow we should be thinking about menopause in our 20s, 30s and 40s Her trauma-aware approach and how oestrogen boxes up how we feelUnrecognised symptoms and how you should prepare for consultation with your doctorHRT basics - Not ready for HRT? There are alternativesThe good news - menopause doesn’t have to be scary!More on Dr Phipps Dr Claire Phipps is a highly dedicated and compassionate GP with many years experience in providing comprehensive healthcare to all ages. Claire also specialises in supporting women through menopause, particularly those with complex health histories or multiple medical conditions. Her approach combines evidence-based hormonal and non-hormonal therapies with a deep understanding of how existing health issues can influence menopausal symptoms and treatment choices. She focuses on personalised care, aiming to restore balance, improve quality of life, and empower women to navigate this transition with confidence and clarity. Dr. Phipps holds the British Menopause Society Advanced Menopause Certificate, is a member of the International Menopause Society, and European Andropause and Menopause society. She a certified menopause and GP trainer providing education to healthcare professionals. She is also CBT trained and sits on the British Menopause Society medical advisory council. Claire believes that the perimenopause and menopause are opportunities to take back control of our health. Claire is deeply committed to advancing access to evidence-based menopause care for underserved and underrepresented populations. She sits on the board of different community charities. Her areas of special interest include providing education around genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM) treatment and within this supporting survivors of female genital mutilation (FGM). You can find out more and get in touch with Dr Phipps via her website: https://themenopausegp.com/ or instagram @themenopausegpWe've reached 1 million + views across all platforms, proudly covering some of the most chronic and confusing conditions and diseases that disproportionately affect women. Help us keep the podcast going by following us on Instagram or TikTok, or subscribe via YouTube.