Dr. Rebbecca Hertel, DO, MSCPCan breast cancer survivors use hormone therapy? The latest Menopause Society guidance explores when it's appropriate, what risks matter, and how to prioritize quality of life after cancer.
Dr. Rebbecca Hertel, DO, MSCP2025 clinical guideline for Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM)—and it’s a long-overdue update that validates what many women and clinicians already know: GSM is real, it's treatable, and it has a significant impact on midlife health.
Dr. Rebbecca Hertel, DO, MSCPIf you’re over 35 and feeling tired, moody, anxious, forgetful, or like your body has changed without warning… you might be wondering: Is this just stress? Or could it be perimenopause?
Dr. Rebbecca Hertel, DO, MSCPYou start hormone therapy and hope for relief—but when will it kick in? Is it working? Should it feel different by now? These are some of the most common (and valid!) questions I get from patients. So let’s break it down clearly and realistically.
Dr. Rebbecca Hertel, DO, MSCPMidlife health isn't just about managing menopause symptoms. It's about redefining what health looks like for women ages 35 to 55 and beyond. Perimenopause is a clinical diagnosis, and it’s time healthcare treated it that way
Dr. Rebbecca Hertel, DO, MSCPThriving Through Midlife is a menopause and midlife health blog by Dr. Rebbecca Hertel. Get expert guidance on hormones, perimenopause, weight, sleep, libido, and more—so you can feel informed, empowered, and thrive.