29: The Menopause Doctor Q & A: With Dr. Ardelle Piper (Part 1)
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Today co-hosts Shawna Kaminski and Alli Kerr welcome back the renowned Menopause Doctor, Dr. Ardelle Piper. As a returning guest, Dr. Piper brings her expertise to the forefront, delving into the intricacies of menopause and hormone replacement therapy (HRT).
She's Back! With listener questions pouring in, Dr. Ardelle Piper (The Menopause Doctor) addresses the concerns surrounding menopause and HRT with clarity and insight. She discusses the diverse benefits of hormone replacement therapy and explores various options tailored to individual women with distinct symptoms.
But what if hormone therapy isn't the right fit? Dr. Piper tackles this question head-on, offering practical solutions for those who may not be ready for HRT or find it ineffective. From coping strategies for mood swings to alternative therapies, she provides invaluable guidance for navigating the challenges of menopause without hormone therapy.
The Girls Talk gals delve into the duration of hormone therapy—how long should one stay on hormones? Dr. Piper breaks down the considerations and provides evidence-based recommendations to empower women in their treatment decisions.
For those who have undergone medically induced menopause due to surgery, Dr. Piper offers specialized insights and support, ensuring no woman is left without answers in her journey through menopause.
In a world where women often feel frustrated by the lack of clarity from healthcare providers, Dr. Ardelle Piper emerges as a beacon of knowledge, dispelling confusion and offering actionable advice to help women effectively manage the inevitable hormone changes of menopause. Tune in to gain invaluable insights and reclaim control over your menopausal journey.
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Dr. Ardelle Piper is a Royal College Certified OB/GYN located in Ottawa, and focuses her practice on midlife women's health. She is known as a leader and pioneer in telemedicine. She has provided menopause assessments over videoconference to women across Ontario, Canada since 2020. As a subject matter expert, Dr. Piper is frequently called upon as keynote speaker to provide menopause education to medical colleagues and the community, and collaborates with other social media educators.
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