MenopauseWize: Navigating Through Menopause with Knowledge and Wisdom
MenopauseWize is a health-education podcast that guides listeners through perimenopause and menopause using evidence-based information. Hosted by Sukhpreet Patel, an obstetrician-gynecologist with public health training, it covers symptom management, lifestyle strategies, hormonal changes and menopausal hormone therapy (MHT). Episodes are aimed at both healthcare providers who want current research-based practices and women navigating their own menopause journey. The goal is to help listeners make informed decisions and thrive at every stage of the transition.
Episodes
Testosterone for Women: What Does the Evidence Tell Us with Professor Susan Davis
Have something to share? Send us a text! Testosterone therapy for women is attracting increasing attention, particularly during perimenopause and menopause. But who actually benefits from testosterone therapy? Should women be measuring their testosterone levels? And what does the research tell us about its effects on sexual health, mood, cognition, muscle mass and long-term safety?In this episode
Sexual Health Beyond Hormones: When the Mind Is Part of the Treatment with Dr. Lori Brotto
Have something to share? Send us a text! In this episode of the MenopauseWize podcast, we sit down with Dr. Lori Brotto, a psychologist, researcher, and internationally recognized expert in women’s sexual health, to explore an important but often overlooked part of sexual healthcare: the mind.When women experience changes in desire, arousal, pleasure, or sexual satisfaction, the conversation often
Is Bioidentical Best? Navigating Hormone Therapy Choices in Midlife with Dr Lauren Streicher
Have something to share? Send us a text! The words bioidentical, natural, synthetic, and compounded are everywhere in menopause care. They're often used interchangeably, marketed as though they mean the same thing, and can leave women wondering which hormones are truly the safest and most effective.In this episode of the MenopauseWize podcast, Dr. Sukhpreet Patel is joined by renowned menopau
Taking GLP-1s? Don't Forget Your Bones with Dr. Susan Brian
Have something to share? Send us a text! Taking GLP-1s? Don't Forget Your BonesGLP-1 medications have transformed the treatment of obesity and are helping millions of people lose weight and improve their metabolic health. But as these medications become increasingly common, an important question is receiving far less attention: what happens to our bones during weight loss?In this episode of t
GLP-1s: Everything You Need to Know to Get Started with Dr Michelle Gordon
Have something to share? Send us a text! GLP-1 medications have rapidly transformed the treatment of obesity, but they have also generated an enormous amount of confusion. Are they simply another weight loss drug? Who are they really for? How do they work? And do they have a role for women navigating perimenopause and menopause?In this episode of the MenopauseWize podcast, Dr. Sukhpreet Patel is j
Dense Breasts and the Diagnostic Gap: What Every Woman Deserves to Know with Dr. Paula Gordon
Have something to share? Send us a text! Did you know that almost half of all women have dense breasts, and most have no idea what that means for their health? In this episode of the MenopauseWize Podcast, Dr. Sukhpreet Patel sits down with Dr. Paula Gordon, a pioneering breast radiologist and Clinical Professor at the University of British Columbia, to unpack one of the most underappreciated gaps
Sexual Health, Midlife and South Asian Women: Breaking the Silence with Dr. Sadaf Lodhi
Have something to share? Send us a text! Sexual Health, Midlife and South Asian Women: Breaking the SilenceIn this episode of the MenopauseWize Podcast, Dr. Sukhpreet Patel is joined by Dr. Sadaf Lodhi. Dr Lodhi is a board-certified Obstetrician and Gynecologist who has been practicing in New York for over 20 years. Dr. Lodhi’s work is centered around empowering and educating women, with a special
Hormone Therapy After Breast Cancer: What Does the Evidence Say with Dr. Corinne Menn
Have something to share? Send us a text! Episode 27: Hormone Therapy After Breast Cancer: What Does the Evidence Say?In Episode 27 of the MenopauseWize Podcast, Dr. Sukhpreet Patel is joined by Dr. Corinne Menn, a board-certified OB-GYN, Menopause Society Certified Practitioner, and a 24-year breast cancer survivor, to explore one of the most complex and emotionally charged topics in menopause car
Hormone Therapy and Menopause: Clarifying the Confusion with Dr. Louise Newson
Have something to share? Send us a text! In this powerful episode of the MenopauseWize podcast, we’re joined by one of the most influential voices in the menopause space—Dr. Louise Newson. Based in the UK, Dr. Newson is a physician, women's hormone specialist, and a member of the UK Government’s Menopause Taskforce. She is widely credited with revolutionizing the conversation around hormone h
Hormone Therapy and Bone Health: Is Prevention Better than Treatment with Dr. Jocelyn Wittstein
Have something to share? Send us a text! In this episode of the MenopauseWize Podcast, Dr. Sukhpreet Patel is joined by Dr. Jocelyn Wittstein, orthopaedic surgeon, sports medicine specialist, Associate Professor at Duke University School of Medicine, and author of The Complete Bone and Joint Health Plan, for an in-depth conversation on bone health during menopause.Bone loss begins silently — often
Diagnosing Perimenopause: Practical Clarity in a Foggy Transition with Dr. Suzanne Gilber-Lenz
Have something to share? Send us a text! Diagnosing Perimenopause: Practical Clarity in a Foggy TransitionIn this episode of the MenopauseWize Podcast, Dr. Sukhpreet Patel is joined by Dr. Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz, a renowned OB-GYN, menopause expert, and advocate for women’s midlife health, to unpack one of the most overlooked and misunderstood stages of a woman’s life: perimenopause.Despite affectin
Change in the FDA Black Box Warning: What Does it Mean for Women and Their Providers
Have something to share? Send us a text! In this episode of the MenopauseWize Podcast, Dr. Sukhpreet Patel sits down with Dr. Shafeena Premji, a nationally recognized menopause expert and founder of multiple women-centered clinics in Calgary, including the upcoming Milestone Menopause Centre of Southern Alberta. Known for her ability to translate evidence into compassionate, accessible care, Dr. P
Brain Fog Demystified — Hormones, Memory, and Midlife Clarity with Dr. Alison Shea
Have something to share? Send us a text! Episode 23: Brain Fog Demystified — Hormones, Memory, and Midlife ClarityIn Episode 23 of the MenopauseWize podcast, we sit down with Dr. Alison Shea to demystify one of the most talked-about — and misunderstood — symptoms of menopause: brain fog. Dr. Shea is an Associate Professor in the Departments of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Psychiatry at McMaster
Building Habits that Last Beyond Midlife with Parul Sheth
Have something to share? Send us a text! In this episode of the MenopauseWize Podcast, Dr. Sukhpreet Patel speaks with Parul Sheth, a Habit Coach, about how small, consistent steps can create lasting lifestyle transformations — especially in midlife.An architect turned endurance athlete, Parul shares how a simple habit of running changed the trajectory of her life — from the way she thought, worke
Creatine Supplementation for Women: Reaching Beyond Muscles with Dr. Darren Candow
Have something to share? Send us a text! Episode 22: Creatine Supplementation for Women – Reaching Beyond Muscles with Dr. Darren CandowIn Episode 22 of the MenopauseWize podcast, we explore the science and surprising benefits of creatine for women in midlife and beyond. Joining us is Dr. Darren Candow, Professor and Director of the Aging Muscle and Bone Health Laboratory at the University of Regi
Better Sex at Menopause: Understanding Arousal, Desire and Mindfulness with Dr. Lori Brotto
Have something to share? Send us a text! In this episode of the MenopauseWize podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Lori Brotto—internationally recognized expert in sexual health, Canada Research Chair in Women’s Sexual Health, and author of Better Sex Through Mindfulness. Together, we explore one of the most common and least talked about concerns of midlife women: how sex changes during perimenopause and
Lifting Weights and Menopause: Strength, Muscle and the Midlife Shift with Dr. Stuart Phillips
Have something to share? Send us a text! In Episode 19 of the MenopauseWize podcast, we’re tackling one of the most powerful tools in midlife health: resistance training and its role at menopause and midlife.Joining us is Dr. Stuart Phillips, a distinguished university professor in the Department of Kinesiology and a member of the School of Medicine at McMaster University. He holds a Tier 1 Canada
Menopause & Diabetes: Prevention, Clarity, and Action with Dr. Roshani Sanghani
Have something to share? Send us a text! In Episode 18 of the MenopauseWize podcast, we explore a critical yet often overlooked topic - the intersection of menopause and diabetes. Joining us is the insightful and empowering Dr. Roshani Sanghani, an American Board-Certified Endocrinologist and the Author of Turn Around Diabetes. Dr. Sanghani has also been a Certified Diabetes Educator and Trainer.
Beyond Bladder Leaks – The Pelvic Floor and Menopause with Rama Swami
Have something to share? Send us a text! In Episode 16 of the MenopauseWize podcast, we shine a light on an essential but often overlooked part of women’s health: the pelvic floor—and how it changes during perimenopause and menopause.We’re joined by Rama Swami, a highly respected Pelvic Health Physiotherapist who began her career in India and now practices in Calgary, Canada. After completing her
Protein & Menopause: What Every Woman Needs to Know
Have something to share? Send us a text! Episode 15: Protein and Menopause – What Every Woman Should KnowIn Episode 15 of the MenopauseWize podcast, we dive into a topic that is often overlooked but absolutely essential—protein and its critical role during perimenopause and menopause.We’re joined by Shwetha Bhatia, a Board-Certified Dietitian recognized by the Indian Dietetic Association, with nea
Sleeping Better During Perimenopause and Beyond with Dr. Heidi Lescanec
Have something to share? Send us a text! Welcome to Episode 14 of the MenopauseWize podcast, where we discuss Sleeping Better During Perimenopause and Beyond with Dr. Heidi Lescanec.Dr. Lescanec has been a licensed naturopathic doctor for over 20 years with a background in anthropology and the healthy cooking field for over 30 years. Her goal is to empower women in the menopause transition not onl
Hair Thinning, Hair Fall and Menopause with Dr. Snehal Sriram
Have something to share? Send us a text! Episode 13: Hair Thinning, Hair Loss, and Menopause with Dr. Snehal SriramHair loss and thinning can be one of the most frustrating and emotional challenges women face during perimenopause and menopause. As estrogen levels drop, many women experience increased shedding, reduced hair density, and changes in texture, often leaving them searching for answers.I
Sunscreen, Sun Protection and Menopause with Dr. Deepti Ghia
Have something to share? Send us a text! Episode 12: Sunscreen, Sun Protection and MenopauseIn this episode of the MenopauseWize podcast, we are thrilled to welcome Dr. Deepti Ghia, a highly accomplished Dermatologist and Trichologist at the South Mumbai Dermatology Clinic and Jaslok Hospital, Mumbai. She also serves as an honorary consultant at the A.K. Munshi Charitable Trust and has received tr
Depression and Sadness at Perimenopause and Menopause with Dr. Nikita Shah
Have something to share? Send us a text! Episode 11: Depression and Sadness in Perimenopause and MenopauseIn Episode 11 of the MenopauseWize podcast, we sit down with Dr. Nikita Shah, a distinguished Consultant Psychiatrist based in Mumbai, to explore the intricate relationship between mental health and menopause. With a special focus on women's health, Dr. Shah provides expert insights into
Frozen Shoulder at Perimenopause and Menopause with Dr. Chintan Desai
Have something to share? Send us a text! In Episode 10 of the MenopauseWize Podcast, we dive deep into a common yet often overlooked issue—Frozen Shoulder during perimenopause and menopause. Hosted by Dr. Sukhpreet Patel, this episode features Dr. Chintan Desai, a globally trained Shoulder Surgeon and Sports Medicine Specialist.Dr. Desai, the only Indian doctor invited by the International Olympic
Strengthening Your Spine MenopauseWizely with Dr. Abhay Nene
Have something to share? Send us a text! Strengthening Your Spine MenopauseWizely with Dr. Abhay NeneIn this episode of the MenopauseWize Podcast, we have an insightful conversation with the renowned spine surgeon, Dr. Abhay Nene, to discuss a crucial aspect of menopause that’s often overlooked—spinal health.Dr. Nene shares expert insights on how menopause impacts the spine and the importance of m
Low-Dose Vaginal Estrogen for Vaginal Dryness
Have something to share? Send us a text! Low-Dose Vaginal Estrogen for Vaginal DrynessHost: Dr. Sukhpreet Patel, MD Gynaecologist, Menopause Health Advocate, Founder of MenopauseWizeKey Focus: Exploring the role of low-dose vaginal estrogen in addressing the root cause of Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM), offering insights into its benefits, application, safety, and contraindications.Cove
Choosing Your Lubricant for Vaginal Dryness
Have something to share? Send us a text! Choosing Your Lubricant for Vaginal Dryness (Part 2)Host: Dr. Sukhpreet Patel, MD Gynaecologist, Menopause Health Advocate, Founder of MenopauseWizeKey Focus: Helping women navigate the overwhelming variety of personal lubricants available, empowering them to choose products that effectively address vaginal dryness and improve sexual comfort.Objective: To p
Vaginal Dryness to Urinary Tract Infections: What is The Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause?
Have something to share? Send us a text! Host: Dr. Sukhpreet Patel, MD Gynaecologist, Menopause Health Advocate, Founder of MenopauseWizeKey Focus: Raising awareness about Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM) and its significant impact on quality of life, aiming to educate women and healthcare providers on recognizing and addressing this common condition.Objective: To provide listeners with a
Breast Cancer and Menopausal Hormone Therapy: Part 2
Have something to share? Send us a text! Breast Cancer & Hormone Therapy (Part 2) – Where are we today?Host: Dr. Sukhpreet Patel, MD Gynaecologist, Menopause Health Advocate, Founder of MenopauseWizeKey Focus: Helping listeners make informed decisions about MHT by exploring the latest research on the relationship between Menopausal Hormone Therapy (MHT) and breast cancer risk.Objective: To gui
Breast Cancer and Menopausal Hormone Therapy: Part 1
Have something to share? Send us a text! Many women—and even some healthcare providers—automatically associate menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) with an increased risk of breast cancer. But is the connection as clear-cut as it seems? In this episode, we break down:1. What the 2002 WHI study really says about MHT and breast cancer.2. What those numbers mean for a woman going through menopause.3. Why
Black Cohosh and Hot Flashes
Have something to share? Send us a text! Welcome to MenopauseWize, where we empower women and healthcare providers with evidence-based knowledge to navigate the menopause journey with confidence. I’m Dr. Sukhpreet Patel, an MD Gynaecologist, menopause health advocate, postmenopausal woman, and the founder of MenopauseWize. In this episode, we’re tackling a common yet complex topic: BLACK COHOSH —a
Soy and Soy Supplements for Hot Flashes
Have something to share? Send us a text! Welcome to "MenopauseWize," your go-to podcast for all things evidence-based in the menopause-verse. I am Dr. Sukhpreet Patel, an MD Gynaecologist, a menopause health advocate, a postmenopausal woman and the founder of MenopauseWize. Whether you’re a healthcare provider looking to stay on top of the latest evidence-based practices, a woman navigat
Non Hormonal Options for Hot Flashes: Part1: Lifestyle
Have something to share? Send us a text! About Dr. Sukhpreet Patel: She is an MD (ObGyn), a menopause health advocate, a post menopausal woman, and the founder of MenopauseWize.About this episode: Menopausal hormone therapy or MHT is often the go-to treatment for vasomotor symptoms, but let’s face it…it’s not for everyone, So through our many part series on non-hormonal alternatives for vasomotor
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