Episode 86

Published January 14, 2025

In this episode, recorded live at A4M World Congress, Dr. Tara Scott discusses the complexities of perimenopause, a hormonal transition that can last for years. She highlights the challenges providers face in diagnosing and treating this phase, the importance of understanding hormonal changes, and the broader impacts on women's health, including metabolic health and hormonal imbalances. 

Dr. Scott also covers:

·       The need for comprehensive assessments and personalized medicine to address the unique experiences of perimenopause 

·       Lifestyle changes that can aid women in perimenopause 

·       The role of supplements in supporting women's health 

·       Estrogen metabolism and the importance of understanding how the body processes estrogen

·       The nuanced decisions surrounding hormone therapy

Key Moments

00:00 Introduction to Perimenopause and Dr. Tara Scott

06:08 The Broader Impact of Hormonal Changes

11:54 Lab Testing and Comprehensive Assessments

17:52 Preventative Measures and Personalized Medicine

25:20 Lifestyle Changes for Perimenopause

32:08 Supplement Strategies for Women

38:34 Navigating Hormone Therapy Decisions

Transcript

About our speaker

Dr. Tara Scott first became involved with hormones and integrative medicine while practicing as an OB/GYN and soon became certified by the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine. She founded her practice, Revitalize, with a devotion to evidence-based regenerative medicine and a focus on hormone-related issues. She is also the creator of the online Revitalize Academy, a course to help patients improve their hormone problems themselves. Dr. Scott has been speaking and educating for over 10 years and has taught doctors her approach on five continents. She was chosen to speak for TEDx NEOMED and has been featured in The List, Authority Magazine, Thrive Global, and as a guest on numerous podcasts.

Show Notes

Learn more about Dr. Tara Scott and follow her on Instagram @HormoneGuruMD.

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