When Fibroids, Fertility, and Hormones Collide: A Conversation with Dr. Cheruba Prabakar | Golden Hour, Episode 49

What do fibroids, fertility struggles, painful periods, IVF complications, and confusing hormone symptoms all have in common?They’re often dismissed, misunderstood, or minimized—leaving women to navigate life-altering symptoms without the answers or support they deserve.In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Cheruba Prabakar, a board-certified OBGYN and fellowship-trained minimally invasive surgeon specializing in fibroid surgery, fertility-sparing gynecologic care, and hormonal health. She’s also a nationally certified menopause practitioner and an educator who’s reshaping how we understand women’s health across the lifespan.Together, we get into:🌱 Fibroids & FertilityHow fibroids affect conception, miscarriage risk, and IVF successWhen to treat fibroids before trying to get pregnantWhat people get wrong about “watchful waiting”🩺 Hormones, Menopause & MisdiagnosisWhy so many women are told their symptoms are “normal”What progesterone, estrogen, and perimenopause symptoms really meanMyths about hormone therapy that urgently need debunking💛 The Bigger PictureHow racial and diagnostic inequities delay treatmentWhy women’s pain keeps getting dismissedWhat excellent, whole-person gynecologic care should actually look likeThis conversation brings clarity to conditions millions of women struggle with: uterine fibroids, endometrial polyps, infertility, heavy bleeding, pelvic pain, perimenopause, and hormonal imbalance. It also offers the kind of practical, evidence-based insight that can change how women advocate for their bodies—no matter their age or stage.This episode gives you the language and the science women should’ve had all along.Dr. Cheruba Prabakar is a board-certified OBGYN and fellowship-trained minimally invasive surgeon dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized care. With advanced expertise in fertility-sparing fibroid surgery and endometrial polyp removal, Dr. Prabakar offers cutting-edge solutions for gynecologic issues, particularly for women navigating IVF and hormonal challenges.Her practice, Lamorinda Gynecology and Surgery, reflects her mission to empower women at every stage of life—from menarche to menopause and beyond—through accessible, sustainable, and holistic care.A nationally certified menopause practitioner, Dr. Prabakar is passionate about educating women and debunking myths surrounding hormone therapy and women's health. She extends her impact globally by supporting educational initiatives for young girls in South India.As a dynamic speaker, Dr. Prabakar has been featured in media outlets such as Arise America and Essence magazine. She delivers engaging talks at webinars, conferences, and events, inspiring women to take control of their health and wellness.#fibroids #womenshealth #obgyn #menopause #perimenopause #midlife #hormonesThank you for listening ❤ PODCAST LINKS:- Podcast Website: ⁠https://goldenhour.fm⁠- YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@GoldenHourFM?ref=bs- Apple: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/golden-hour/id1768847425?ref=bs- Spotify: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/goldenhourfm?ref=bs- RSS: ⁠https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2401875.rss?ref=bsSOCIAL LINKS:- Instagram: https://instagram.com/goldenhour.fm?ref=bs- Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@goldenhour.fm?ref=bs