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Health By Heather Hirsch

Health By Heather Hirsch

Heather Hirsch 262 Episodes Oct 9, 2026

Dr. Heather Hirsch, a board-certified internist and menopause specialist, hosts this podcast about midlife and menopause. She provides straightforward information on symptoms, solutions, and effective treatments to help listeners understand their bodies and regain control of their health. The podcast is based on her clinical experience and her books, Unlock Your Menopause Type and The Perimenopause Survival Guide.

Episodes

Why Your 40s Are ACTUALLY the Best Years of Your Life!
Why Your 40s Are ACTUALLY the Best Years of Your Life! Oct 9, 2026 00:35:47 I sat down with Lindsay Goldwert and Gabrielle Moss, authors of The Midlife Plot Twist, to uncover why a midlife crisis for women is actually the ultimate opportunity for personal transformation. We dive into why your 40s give you a massive advantage, how to stop blaming every emotion on perimenopause, and why small everyday changes beat burning down your whole life. Join us as we redefine life in
The #1 Cancer Screening Test You Might Not Know About (feat. Natalie Baratta | Cancer Genetics NP)
The #1 Cancer Screening Test You Might Not Know About (feat. Natalie Baratta | Cancer Genetics NP) Oct 2, 2026 00:33:41 In this episode, I sit down with cancer genetics expert Natalie Baratta to discuss why personalized cancer prevention and hereditary gene testing are crucial for understanding your true health risks. We dive deep into who should get tested, the power of calculated Tyrer-Cuzick scores, and why standard screenings might not be enough if you have dense breast tissue or a family history of cancer. Lea
You're Being Gaslit About Your Midlife Hormones (With Endocrinologist Dr. Gillian Goddard)
You're Being Gaslit About Your Midlife Hormones (With Endocrinologist Dr. Gillian Goddard) Sep 25, 2026 00:40:23 In this episode, I sit down with endocrinologist Dr. Gillian Goddard to uncover the shocking truth about how our hormones shift across puberty, pregnancy, perimenopause, and menopause. We break down the major biological loops that control women's health and share why your ovaries are far from useless- even after your periods stop. Watch to learn how to identify early hormonal red flags and get
Self-Titrating Your Own HRT: How to Do It Responsibly
Self-Titrating Your Own HRT: How to Do It Responsibly Sep 18, 2026 00:24:44 As a board-certified internist specializing in menopause, I’m sharing why 40% of women are taking control of their hormone replacement therapy through self-titration to finally relieve perimenopause symptoms. In this video, I break down the latest research on adjusting your estrogen and progesterone doses at home, how to manage fluctuating hormones safely, and why standard HRT prescriptions often
Stop Wasting Time: Here is the Exact Medical Team You Need For Your Current Age
Stop Wasting Time: Here is the Exact Medical Team You Need For Your Current Age Sep 4, 2026 00:24:30 I am breaking down the ultimate guide to the exact doctors you need to see through every decade of your life to build true generational health. From transitioning away from your pediatrician in your 20s to navigating the hormonal chaos of perimenopause in your 40s, I reveal why our current siloed healthcare system is failing us and how you can take control. Join me at my practice, The Collaborati
The Shocking Truth About Why Your Doctor Won't Prescribe Hormones
The Shocking Truth About Why Your Doctor Won't Prescribe Hormones Aug 27, 2026 00:17:15 As a healthcare professional practicing internal medicine in the United States, I am revealing the major gaps in medical school education regarding midlife women's health and menopause management. In this video, we dive deep into the clinical realities of menopausal hormone therapy and discuss how hospital protocols are failing patients in local communities and ICU settings nationwide. Join me
Postpartum to Perimenopause: How to Advocate For Yourself (With Emily Oster)
Postpartum to Perimenopause: How to Advocate For Yourself (With Emily Oster) Aug 21, 2026 00:33:37 Join me in this episode as I interview best-selling author Dr. Emily Oster about navigating the challenging pipeline from postpartum recovery to perimenopause symptoms. We tackle the truth behind "mom brain," baby sleep hygiene, and how to advocate for your pelvic floor and sexual health as a mother. Whether you are dealing with postpartum depression or looking for evidence-based wellnes
Why Your Wife Suddenly Hates You in Her 40s or 50s | Menopause Explained For Men
Why Your Wife Suddenly Hates You in Her 40s or 50s | Menopause Explained For Men Aug 14, 2026 00:19:54 Why does your wife suddenly seem angry, distant, overwhelmed, or like she cannot stand you in her 40s or 50s? In this video, I explain how perimenopause and menopause can affect mood, relationships, communication, intimacy, and marriage, plus what husbands and male partners need to understand. I also share how you can support your wife through hormonal changes, avoid common relationship mistakes,
I Think Starting HRT in Perimenopause Changes Everything
I Think Starting HRT in Perimenopause Changes Everything Aug 11, 2026 00:21:08 As a midlife women’s healthcare specialist, I see firsthand how navigating perimenopause and hormone replacement therapy can feel incredibly complex. In this episode, I share my honest opinion on whether starting menopausal hormone therapy early can actually make your transition into menopause much easier. If you are looking for an expert clinician to guide you through estrogen tracking, progester
273. Modern Healthcare is Failing Women- Here is What We Need Instead
273. Modern Healthcare is Failing Women- Here is What We Need Instead Jul 24, 2026 00:27:07 Welcome to my show, Health by Heather Hirsch, where I sit down with Dr. Kalena Lanuza, a dual-certified family and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner providing virtual care across Hawaii, Washington, Oregon, and California. In this episode, we dive deep into the physiological and mental transitions women experience between later-in-life pregnancy, IVF trauma, perinatal anxiety, and the o
272. Is Cycling Your HRT Doing More Harm Than Good?
272. Is Cycling Your HRT Doing More Harm Than Good? Jul 17, 2026 00:23:42 I’m diving deep into the debate on whether you should cycle your hormones, separating the facts from the dangerous myths often seen on social media. I make a strong medical case against postmenopausal hormone cycling, sharing how it forces women to take high doses of synthetic progesterone just to trigger an artificial bleed. If you want to work directly with me and my team for personalized, proa
271. The Truth About Testosterone in Menopause
271. The Truth About Testosterone in Menopause Jul 10, 2026 00:29:02 I’m excited to share the raw, unpublished findings from my "Menopause in 2026" survey, where I analyzed data from 766 women to identify the optimal "sweet spot" for testosterone levels in hormone replacement therapy (HRT). Through these real-world insights, I break down why many women feel best at levels between 50 and 80 ng/dL and why I strongly caution against the permanent s

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