Health By Heather Hirsch

Heather Hirsch MD

I’m Dr. Heather Hirsch, board-certified internist, menopause specialist, and founder of the Menopause & Midlife Clinic at Brigham and Women’s Hospital.
Welcome to my podcast where I give you the straight tea on everything midlife and menopause—real symptoms, real solutions, and what actually works—so you can understand your body and take back control of your health.
For a deeper dive into my no BS approach to menopause care, I’ve written Unlock Your Menopause Type and The Perimenopause Survival Guide. You can find me most days guiding patients at The Collaborative, my telemedicine practice

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Friday · 31 min
Ask Me Anything: Answering YOUR Questions About Estrogen, Managing Bleeding, Night Sweats & More!
In this episode of Health by Heather Hirsch, I'm taking your raw, real-world questions on perimenopause, menopause symptoms, and how to safely fine-tune your hormone replacement therapy (HRT). I reveal why you should never chase lab numbers over how you actually feel, how to spot the signs of excess estrogen, and why ultra-low-dose options or higher-than-average HRT doses might be the missing piece to your relief. Whether you are dealing with drenching night sweats, swollen breasts, or struggling to find an expert menopause specialist, I share the clinical insights you need to get your life and health back on track. 🩷 Proactive women: book your Collaborative discovery call today https://jointhecollaborative.com/book-a-discovery-call/ 🩷Ways to Work with Me: • Free Hormone Health Guide https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f787b... • Free Reclaiming Menopause Masterclass https://thecollaborative.kit.com/1107... • Looking for expert menopause care? Learn more about The Collaborative: https://thecollaborative.kit.com/11e9... • Clinicians: Elevate your medical career. Watch a grand rounds: https://heather-hirsch-academy.kit.com/d89d8d46cf • Find Your Menopause Type https://view.flodesk.com/pages/647b46... 🩷Books by Dr. Heather Hirsch: Unlock Your Menopause Type → https://amzn.to/3N0YcEC The Perimenopause Survival Guide → https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/tit... 🩷Stay Connected: Instagram → / heatherhirschmd TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@heatherhirsch... Facebook → / heatherhirschmd Twitter/X → https://x.com/heatherhirschMD LinkedIn → / heather-hirsch-md-ms-mscp-161556168 Pinterest → / heatherhirschmd Podcast → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Website → https://heatherhirschmd.com/ 🩷The Collaborative: Instagram → / thecollaborative.telemed Website → https://jointhecollaborative.com/ 🩷The Academy: Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/womenshealthmedicine/ Website → https://womenshealthmedicine.com 🩷Disclaimer: This video is not sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. This video was not created for children under the age of 13.
October 23 · 31 min
Bariatric Surgery in Menopause: The Secret Connection Nobody Talks About (With Dr. Angela Glasnapp)
In this episode, I sit down with top bariatric surgeon Dr. Angela Glasnapp to expose the truth about why midlife weight loss feels nearly impossible and how metabolic adaptation, hormones, and visceral fat are holding you back. We dive into the game-changing connection between menopause, GLP-1 medications, and bariatric surgery so you can finally stop blame-shifting and start optimizing your health. Whether you are struggling with stubborn belly fat, exploring hormone therapy, or wondering if surgical solutions are right for you, this conversation will completely transform the way you view midlife metabolic wellness. 🩷 Proactive women: book your Collaborative discovery call today https://jointhecollaborative.com/book-a-discovery-call/ 🩷Ways to Work with Me: • Free Hormone Health Guide https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f787b... • Free Reclaiming Menopause Masterclass https://thecollaborative.kit.com/1107... • Looking for expert menopause care? Learn more about The Collaborative: https://thecollaborative.kit.com/11e9... • Clinicians: Elevate your medical career. Watch a grand rounds: https://heather-hirsch-academy.kit.com/d89d8d46cf • Find Your Menopause Type https://view.flodesk.com/pages/647b46... 🩷Books by Dr. Heather Hirsch: Unlock Your Menopause Type → https://amzn.to/3N0YcEC The Perimenopause Survival Guide → https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/tit... 🩷 Stay Connected: Instagram → / heatherhirschmd TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@heatherhirsch... Facebook → / heatherhirschmd Twitter/X → https://x.com/heatherhirschMD LinkedIn → / heather-hirsch-md-ms-mscp-161556168 Pinterest → / heatherhirschmd Podcast → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Website → https://heatherhirschmd.com/ 🩷The Collaborative: Instagram → / thecollaborative.telemed Website → https://jointhecollaborative.com/ 🩷The Academy: Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/womenshealthmedicine/ Website → https://womenshealthmedicine.com 🩷Disclaimer: This video is not sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. This video was not created for children under the age of 13.
October 16 · 33 min
Why Your 'Mom Pooch' NEVER Goes Away (With Ashley From Get Mom Strong)
Join me as I sit down with core and pelvic floor specialist Ashley from Get Mom Strong to expose why so many women are struggling with postpartum recovery, back pain, perimenopause symptoms, and a lingering "mom pooch" without real answers. We dive deep into the truth about diastasis recti, why standard crunches and sucking in your belly do more harm than good, and how to properly retrain your deep core muscles through proper breathing techniques. Try out the "Strong Like A Mother" app for yourself by using coupon code HIRSCH30 for a free 30-day trial to start building your muscle bank, healing your core, and restoring your body! 🩷 Proactive women: book your Collaborative discovery call today https://jointhecollaborative.com/book-a-discovery-call/ 🩷Ways to Work with Me: • Free Hormone Health Guide https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f787b... • Free Reclaiming Menopause Masterclass https://thecollaborative.kit.com/1107... • Looking for expert menopause care? Learn more about The Collaborative: https://thecollaborative.kit.com/11e9... • Clinicians: Elevate your medical career. Watch a grand rounds: https://heather-hirsch-academy.kit.com/d89d8d46cf • Find Your Menopause Type https://view.flodesk.com/pages/647b46... 🩷Books by Dr. Heather Hirsch: Unlock Your Menopause Type → https://amzn.to/3N0YcEC The Perimenopause Survival Guide → https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/tit... 🩷Stay Connected: Instagram → / heatherhirschmd TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@heatherhirsch... Facebook → / heatherhirschmd Twitter/X → https://x.com/heatherhirschMD LinkedIn → / heather-hirsch-md-ms-mscp-161556168 Pinterest → / heatherhirschmd Podcast → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Website → https://heatherhirschmd.com/ 🩷The Collaborative: Instagram → / thecollaborative.telemed Website → https://jointhecollaborative.com/ 🩷The Academy: Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/womenshealthmedicine/ Website → https://womenshealthmedicine.com 🩷Disclaimer: This video is not sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. This video was not created for children under the age of 13.
October 9 · 35 min
Why Your 40s Are ACTUALLY the Best Years of Your Life!
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 your 40s and share practical steps to embrace your own powerful plot twist. The Midlife PlotTwist: https://amzn.to/4hJAkEI Lindsay Goldwert https://www.lindsaygoldwert.com/ Gabrielle Moss https://www.gabriellemoss.net/ 🩷 Proactive women: book your Collaborative discovery call https://jointhecollaborative.com/book-a-discovery-call/ 🩷Ways to Work with Me: • Free Hormone Health Guide https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f787b... • Free Reclaiming Menopause Masterclass https://thecollaborative.kit.com/1107... • Looking for expert menopause care? Learn more about The Collaborative: https://thecollaborative.kit.com/11e9... • Clinicians: Elevate your medical career. Watch a grand rounds: https://heather-hirsch-academy.kit.com/d89d8d46cf • Find Your Menopause Type https://view.flodesk.com/pages/647b46... 🩷Books by Dr. Heather Hirsch: Unlock Your Menopause Type → https://amzn.to/3N0YcEC The Perimenopause Survival Guide → https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/tit... 🩷Stay Connected: Instagram → / heatherhirschmd TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@heatherhirsch... Facebook → / heatherhirschmd Twitter/X → https://x.com/heatherhirschMD LinkedIn → / heather-hirsch-md-ms-mscp-161556168 Pinterest → / heatherhirschmd Podcast → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Website → https://heatherhirschmd.com/ 🩷The Collaborative: Instagram → / thecollaborative.telemed Website → https://jointhecollaborative.com/ 🩷The Academy: Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/womenshealthmedicine/ Website → https://womenshealthmedicine.com 🩷Disclaimer: This video is not sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. This video was not created for children under the age of 13.
October 2 · 33 min
The #1 Cancer Screening Test You Might Not Know About (feat. Natalie Baratta | Cancer Genetics NP)
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. Learn how testing an expanded 85-gene panel can empower you to take control of your long-term wellness and detect risks early. 🩷 Proactive women: book your Collaborative discovery call today https://v7cv2vnklw4.typeform.com/to/T... 🩷Ways to Work with Me: • Free Hormone Health Guide https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f787b... • Free Reclaiming Menopause Masterclass https://thecollaborative.kit.com/1107... • Looking for expert menopause care? Learn more about The Collaborative: https://thecollaborative.kit.com/11e9... • Clinicians: Elevate your medical career. Watch a grand rounds: https://heather-hirsch-academy.kit.co... • Find Your Menopause Type https://view.flodesk.com/pages/647b46... 🩷Books by Dr. Heather Hirsch: Unlock Your Menopause Type → https://amzn.to/3N0YcEC The Perimenopause Survival Guide → https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/tit... 🩷Stay Connected: Instagram → / heatherhirschmd TikTok → / heatherhirsch. . Facebook → / heatherhirschmd Twitter/X → https://x.com/heatherhirschMD LinkedIn → / heather-hirsch-md-ms-mscp-161556168 Pinterest → / heatherhirschmd Podcast → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Website → https://heatherhirschmd.com/ 🩷The Collaborative: Instagram → / thecollaborative.telemed Website → https://jointhecollaborative.com/ 🩷The Academy: Instagram → / womenshealthmedicine Website → https://womenshealthmedicine.com
September 25 · 40 min
You're Being Gaslit About Your Midlife Hormones (With Endocrinologist Dr. Gillian Goddard)
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 practical strategies from Dr. Goddard to optimize your health at every stage of life. 🩷 Proactive women: book your Collaborative discovery call today https://v7cv2vnklw4.typeform.com/to/T... 🩷Ways to Work with Me: • Free Hormone Health Guide https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f787b... • Free Reclaiming Menopause Masterclass https://thecollaborative.kit.com/1107... • Looking for expert menopause care? Learn more about The Collaborative: https://thecollaborative.kit.com/11e9... • Clinicians: Elevate your medical career. Watch a grand rounds: https://heather-hirsch-academy.kit.co... • Find Your Menopause Type https://view.flodesk.com/pages/647b46... 🩷Books by Dr. Heather Hirsch: Unlock Your Menopause Type → https://amzn.to/3N0YcEC The Perimenopause Survival Guide → https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/tit... 🩷Stay Connected: Instagram → / heatherhirschmd TikTok → / heatherhirsch. . Facebook → / heatherhirschmd Twitter/X → https://x.com/heatherhirschMD LinkedIn → / heather-hirsch-md-ms-mscp-161556168 Pinterest → / heatherhirschmd Podcast → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Website → https://heatherhirschmd.com/ 🩷The Collaborative: Instagram → / thecollaborative.telemed Website → https://jointhecollaborative.com/ 🩷The Academy: Instagram → / womenshealthmedicine Website → https://womenshealthmedicine.com
September 18 · 24 min
Self-Titrating Your Own HRT: How to Do It Responsibly
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 fail. Learn how to work alongside your doctor to personalize your hormone therapy regimen so you can eliminate brain fog, night sweats, and mood swings for good. 🩷 Proactive women: book your Collaborative discovery call today https://v7cv2vnklw4.typeform.com/to/T... 🩷Ways to Work with Me: • Free Hormone Health Guide https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f787b... • Free Reclaiming Menopause Masterclass https://thecollaborative.kit.com/1107... • Looking for expert menopause care? Learn more about The Collaborative: https://thecollaborative.kit.com/11e9... • Clinicians: Elevate your medical career. Watch a grand rounds: https://heather-hirsch-academy.kit.co... • Find Your Menopause Type https://view.flodesk.com/pages/647b46... 🩷Books by Dr. Heather Hirsch: Unlock Your Menopause Type → https://amzn.to/3N0YcEC The Perimenopause Survival Guide → https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/tit... 🩷Stay Connected: Instagram → / heatherhirschmd TikTok → / heatherhirsch. . Facebook → / heatherhirschmd Twitter/X → https://x.com/heatherhirschMD LinkedIn → / heather-hirsch-md-ms-mscp-161556168 Pinterest → / heatherhirschmd Podcast → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Website → https://heatherhirschmd.com/ 🩷The Collaborative: Instagram → / thecollaborative.telemed Website → https://jointhecollaborative.com/ 🩷The Academy: Instagram → / womenshealthmedicine Website → https://womenshealthmedicine.com
September 4 · 24 min
Stop Wasting Time: Here is the Exact Medical Team You Need For Your Current Age
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 Collaborative, or check out my certified clinician directory to find top-tier medical specialists near you so we can make the dream of comprehensive, multidisciplinary patient care a reality. 🩷 Proactive women: book your Collaborative discovery call today https://v7cv2vnklw4.typeform.com/to/T... 🩷Ways to Work with Me: • Free Hormone Health Guide https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f787b... • Free Reclaiming Menopause Masterclass https://thecollaborative.kit.com/1107... • Looking for expert menopause care? Learn more about The Collaborative: https://thecollaborative.kit.com/11e9... • Clinicians: Elevate your medical career. Watch a grand rounds: https://heather-hirsch-academy.kit.co... • Find Your Menopause Type https://view.flodesk.com/pages/647b46... 🩷Books by Dr. Heather Hirsch: Unlock Your Menopause Type → https://amzn.to/3N0YcEC The Perimenopause Survival Guide → https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/tit... 🩷Stay Connected: Instagram → / heatherhirschmd TikTok → / heatherhirsch. . Facebook → / heatherhirschmd Twitter/X → https://x.com/heatherhirschMD LinkedIn → / heather-hirsch-md-ms-mscp-161556168 Pinterest → / heatherhirschmd Podcast → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Website → https://heatherhirschmd.com/ 🩷The Collaborative: Instagram → / thecollaborative.telemed Website → https://jointhecollaborative.com/ 🩷The Academy: Instagram → / womenshealthmedicine Website → https://womenshealthmedicine.com
August 27 · 17 min
The Shocking Truth About Why Your Doctor Won't Prescribe Hormones
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 as we break down the urgent need for better residency training programs and explain how empowering clinicians with evidence-based hormone therapy guidelines can fundamentally transform patient outcomes across the country. 🩷 Proactive women: book your Collaborative discovery call today https://v7cv2vnklw4.typeform.com/to/T... 🩷Ways to Work with Me: • Free Hormone Health Guide https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f787b... • Free Reclaiming Menopause Masterclass https://thecollaborative.kit.com/1107... • Looking for expert menopause care? Learn more about The Collaborative: https://thecollaborative.kit.com/11e9... • Clinicians: Elevate your medical career. Watch a grand rounds: https://heather-hirsch-academy.kit.co... • Find Your Menopause Type https://view.flodesk.com/pages/647b46... 🩷Books by Dr. Heather Hirsch: Unlock Your Menopause Type → https://amzn.to/3N0YcEC The Perimenopause Survival Guide → https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/tit... 🩷Stay Connected: Instagram → / heatherhirschmd TikTok → / heatherhirsch. . Facebook → / heatherhirschmd Twitter/X → https://x.com/heatherhirschMD LinkedIn → / heather-hirsch-md-ms-mscp-161556168 Pinterest → / heatherhirschmd Podcast → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Website → https://heatherhirschmd.com/ 🩷The Collaborative: Instagram → / thecollaborative.telemed Website → https://jointhecollaborative.com/ 🩷The Academy: Instagram → / womenshealthmedicine Website → https://womenshealthmedicine.com
August 21 · 33 min
Postpartum to Perimenopause: How to Advocate For Yourself (With Emily Oster)
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 wellness trends, this discussion offers the essential tools every mom needs to thrive. 🩷 Proactive women: book your Collaborative discovery call today https://v7cv2vnklw4.typeform.com/to/T... 🩷Ways to Work with Me: • Free Hormone Health Guide https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f787b... • Free Reclaiming Menopause Masterclass https://thecollaborative.kit.com/1107... • Looking for expert menopause care? Learn more about The Collaborative: https://thecollaborative.kit.com/11e9... • Clinicians: Elevate your medical career. Watch a grand rounds: https://heather-hirsch-academy.kit.co... • Find Your Menopause Type https://view.flodesk.com/pages/647b46... 🩷Books by Dr. Heather Hirsch: Unlock Your Menopause Type → https://amzn.to/3N0YcEC The Perimenopause Survival Guide → https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/tit... 🩷Stay Connected: Instagram → / heatherhirschmd TikTok → / heatherhirsch. . Facebook → / heatherhirschmd Twitter/X → https://x.com/heatherhirschMD LinkedIn → / heather-hirsch-md-ms-mscp-161556168 Pinterest → / heatherhirschmd Podcast → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Website → https://heatherhirschmd.com/ 🩷The Collaborative: Instagram → / thecollaborative.telemed Website → https://jointhecollaborative.com/ 🩷The Academy: Instagram → / womenshealthmedicine Website → https://womenshealthmedicine.com
August 14 · 19 min
Why Your Wife Suddenly Hates You in Her 40s or 50s | Menopause Explained For Men
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, and strengthen your marriage during midlife. 🩷 Proactive women: book your Collaborative discovery call today https://v7cv2vnklw4.typeform.com/to/T... 🩷Ways to Work with Me: • Free Hormone Health Guide https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f787b... • Free Reclaiming Menopause Masterclass https://thecollaborative.kit.com/1107... • Looking for expert menopause care? Learn more about The Collaborative: https://thecollaborative.kit.com/11e9... • Clinicians: Elevate your medical career. Watch a grand rounds: https://heather-hirsch-academy.kit.co... • Find Your Menopause Type https://view.flodesk.com/pages/647b46... 🩷Books by Dr. Heather Hirsch: Unlock Your Menopause Type → https://amzn.to/3N0YcEC The Perimenopause Survival Guide → https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/tit... 🩷Stay Connected: Instagram → / heatherhirschmd TikTok → / heatherhirsch. . Facebook → / heatherhirschmd Twitter/X → https://x.com/heatherhirschMD LinkedIn → / heather-hirsch-md-ms-mscp-161556168 Pinterest → / heatherhirschmd Podcast → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Website → https://heatherhirschmd.com/ 🩷The Collaborative: Instagram → / thecollaborative.telemed Website → https://jointhecollaborative.com/ 🩷The Academy: Instagram → / womenshealthmedicine Website → https://womenshealthmedicine.com
August 11 · 21 min
I Think Starting HRT in Perimenopause Changes Everything
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, progesterone intolerance, or customized hormone stacking, check out the links below. 🩷 Proactive women: book your Collaborative discovery call today https://v7cv2vnklw4.typeform.com/to/T... 🩷Ways to Work with Me: • Free Hormone Health Guide https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f787b... • Free Reclaiming Menopause Masterclass https://thecollaborative.kit.com/1107... • Looking for expert menopause care? Learn more about The Collaborative: https://thecollaborative.kit.com/11e9... • Clinicians: Elevate your medical career. Watch a grand rounds: https://heather-hirsch-academy.kit.co... • Find Your Menopause Type https://view.flodesk.com/pages/647b46... 🩷Books by Dr. Heather Hirsch: Unlock Your Menopause Type → https://amzn.to/3N0YcEC The Perimenopause Survival Guide → https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/tit... 🩷Stay Connected: Instagram → / heatherhirschmd TikTok → / heatherhirsch. . Facebook → / heatherhirschmd Twitter/X → https://x.com/heatherhirschMD LinkedIn → / heather-hirsch-md-ms-mscp-161556168 Pinterest → / heatherhirschmd Podcast → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Website → https://heatherhirschmd.com/ 🩷The Collaborative: Instagram → / thecollaborative.telemed Website → https://jointhecollaborative.com/ 🩷The Academy: Instagram → / womenshealthmedicine Website → https://womenshealthmedicine.com
July 24 · 27 min
273. Modern Healthcare is Failing Women- Here is What We Need Instead
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 onset of perimenopause. Discover empowering alternatives to traditional insurance-based western medicine as we discuss the vital role of pelvic floor physical therapy, vaginal estrogen, and rebuilding your community village. 🩷 Proactive women: book your Collaborative discovery call today https://v7cv2vnklw4.typeform.com/to/T... 🩷Ways to Work with Me: • Free Hormone Health Guide https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f787b... • Free Reclaiming Menopause Masterclass https://thecollaborative.kit.com/1107... • Looking for expert menopause care? Learn more about The Collaborative: https://thecollaborative.kit.com/11e9... • Clinicians: Elevate your medical career. Watch a grand rounds: https://heather-hirsch-academy.kit.co... • Find Your Menopause Type https://view.flodesk.com/pages/647b46... 🩷Books by Dr. Heather Hirsch: Unlock Your Menopause Type → https://amzn.to/3N0YcEC The Perimenopause Survival Guide → https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/tit... 🩷Stay Connected: Instagram → / heatherhirschmd TikTok → / heatherhirsch. . Facebook → / heatherhirschmd Twitter/X → https://x.com/heatherhirschMD LinkedIn → / heather-hirsch-md-ms-mscp-161556168 Pinterest → / heatherhirschmd Podcast → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Website → https://heatherhirschmd.com/ 🩷The Collaborative: Instagram → / thecollaborative.telemed Website → https://jointhecollaborative.com/ 🩷The Academy: Instagram → / womenshealthmedicine Website → https://womenshealthmedicine.com
July 17 · 23 min
272. Is Cycling Your HRT Doing More Harm Than Good?
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, proactive midlife healthcare, head over to jointhecollaborative.com to join my private telemedicine practice. 🩷 Proactive women: book your Collaborative discovery call today https://v7cv2vnklw4.typeform.com/to/T... 🩷Ways to Work with Me: • Free Hormone Health Guide https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f787b... • Free Reclaiming Menopause Masterclass https://thecollaborative.kit.com/1107... • Looking for expert menopause care? Learn more about The Collaborative: https://thecollaborative.kit.com/11e9... • Clinicians: Elevate your medical career. Watch a grand rounds: https://heather-hirsch-academy.kit.co... • Find Your Menopause Type https://view.flodesk.com/pages/647b46... 🩷Books by Dr. Heather Hirsch: Unlock Your Menopause Type → https://amzn.to/3N0YcEC The Perimenopause Survival Guide → https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/tit... 🩷Stay Connected: Instagram → / heatherhirschmd TikTok → / heatherhirsch. . Facebook → / heatherhirschmd Twitter/X → https://x.com/heatherhirschMD LinkedIn → / heather-hirsch-md-ms-mscp-161556168 Pinterest → / heatherhirschmd Podcast → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Website → https://heatherhirschmd.com/ 🩷The Collaborative: Instagram → / thecollaborative.telemed Website → https://jointhecollaborative.com/ 🩷The Academy: Instagram → / womenshealthmedicine Website → https://womenshealthmedicine.com
July 10 · 29 min
271. The Truth About Testosterone in Menopause
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 side effects and health risks associated with high-dose pellet therapy. Whether you're struggling with brain fog, mood changes, or joint pain, this video offers a holistic look at how to safely manage testosterone and navigate your menopausal journey with evidence-based guidance. 🩷 Shop Cozy Earth here: ⁠https://cozyearth.com⁠Use code COZYDRHEATHER at checkout to save. This video is sponsored by Cozy Earth. 🩷 Proactive women: book your Collaborative discovery call today https://v7cv2vnklw4.typeform.com/to/T... 🩷Ways to Work with Me: • Free Hormone Health Guide https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f787b... • Free Reclaiming Menopause Masterclass https://thecollaborative.kit.com/1107... • Looking for expert menopause care? Learn more about The Collaborative: https://thecollaborative.kit.com/11e9... • Clinicians: Elevate your medical career. Watch a grand rounds: https://heather-hirsch-academy.kit.co... • Find Your Menopause Type https://view.flodesk.com/pages/647b46... 🩷Books by Dr. Heather Hirsch: Unlock Your Menopause Type → https://amzn.to/3N0YcEC The Perimenopause Survival Guide → https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/tit... 🩷Stay Connected: Instagram → / heatherhirschmd TikTok → / heatherhirsch. . Facebook → / heatherhirschmd Twitter/X → https://x.com/heatherhirschMD LinkedIn → / heather-hirsch-md-ms-mscp-161556168 Pinterest → / heatherhirschmd Podcast → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Website → https://heatherhirschmd.com/ 🩷The Collaborative: Instagram → / thecollaborative.telemed Website → https://jointhecollaborative.com/ 🩷The Academy: Instagram → / womenshealthmedicine Website → https://womenshealthmedicine.com
July 5 · 18 min
270. Why PCOS Was Renamed and What It Means for You
I’m Dr. Heather Hirsch, and in this week's video, I’m diving into the exciting news that Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) has been officially renamed Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS) to better reflect its nature as a lifelong metabolic condition. I’ll explain why this name change is so validating for women and how it shifts our focus toward managing critical health factors like insulin resistance, heart disease risks, and long-term uterine health. If you’re looking for personalized hormone care, I invite you to check the links in the description to book a discovery call at my telemedicine clinic, which currently serves patients in almost all 50 states. 🩷 Proactive women: book your Collaborative discovery call today https://v7cv2vnklw4.typeform.com/to/T... 🩷Ways to Work with Me: • Free Hormone Health Guide https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f787b... • Free Reclaiming Menopause Masterclass https://thecollaborative.kit.com/1107... • Looking for expert menopause care? Learn more about The Collaborative: https://thecollaborative.kit.com/11e9... • Clinicians: Elevate your medical career. Watch a grand rounds: https://heather-hirsch-academy.kit.co... • Find Your Menopause Type https://view.flodesk.com/pages/647b46... 🩷Books by Dr. Heather Hirsch: Unlock Your Menopause Type → https://amzn.to/3N0YcEC The Perimenopause Survival Guide → https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/tit... 🩷Stay Connected: Instagram → / heatherhirschmd TikTok → / heatherhirsch. . Facebook → / heatherhirschmd Twitter/X → https://x.com/heatherhirschMD LinkedIn → / heather-hirsch-md-ms-mscp-161556168 Pinterest → / heatherhirschmd Podcast → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Website → https://heatherhirschmd.com/ 🩷The Collaborative: Instagram → / thecollaborative.telemed Website → https://jointhecollaborative.com/ 🩷The Academy: Instagram → / womenshealthmedicine Website → https://womenshealthmedicine.com
June 12 · 26 min
269. What is a Normal Hormone Therapy Journey?
Navigating your hormone replacement therapy journey isn't a one-stop shop, and after treating thousands of women, I've found that 95% of you will need more than a few visits to truly find your balance. In this video, I break down the three common paths, the Titrator, the Superstar, and the Highly Sensitive, to help you identify your own experience and understand why tweaking and titrating is a normal, necessary part of the process. Whether you're dealing with perimenopause shifts, pharmacy shortages, or unexpected sensitivities, I'm here to show you that while the journey is unique for everyone, you are definitely not alone. 🩷 Shop Cozy Earth here: ⁠https://cozyearth.com⁠Use code COZYDRHEATHER at checkout to save. This video is sponsored by Cozy Earth 🩷 Proactive women: book your Collaborative discovery call today https://v7cv2vnklw4.typeform.com/to/TtK4Q4e4?typeform-source=jointhecollaborative49872.e.wpstage.net 🩷Ways to Work with Me: • Free Hormone Health Guide https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f787bdd57796e835ea84e10 • Free Reclaiming Menopause Masterclass https://thecollaborative.kit.com/11077747ff • Looking for expert menopause care? Learn more about The Collaborative: https://thecollaborative.kit.com/11e9825fb5 • Clinicians: Elevate your medical career. Join the course transforming how I prescribe HRT: https://heatherhirschmd.myflodesk.com/prescribehrt • Find Your Menopause Type https://view.flodesk.com/pages/647b461a3e266b3df9f1e253 🩷Books by Dr. Heather Hirsch: Unlock Your Menopause Type → https://amzn.to/3N0YcEC The Perimenopause Survival Guide → https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/heather-hirsch/the-perimenopause-survival-guide/9781538774106/ 🩷Stay Connected: Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/heatherhirschmd/ TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@heatherhirschmd?lang=en Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/heatherhirschmd/ Twitter/X → https://x.com/heatherhirschMD LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-hirsch-md-ms-mscp-161556168 Pinterest → https://www.pinterest.com/heatherhirschmd/ Podcast → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/health-by-heather-hirsch/id1423965506 Website → https://heatherhirschmd.com/ 🩷The Collaborative: Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/thecollaborative.telemed/ Website → https://jointhecollaborative.com/ 🩷The Academy: Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/heather.hirsch.academy/ Website → https://heather-hirsch-academy.kit.com/a0354f0b4a 🩷Disclaimer: Some product links are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. This video was not created for children under the age of 13.
June 5 · 1 hr 8 min
268. A Midlife Health Masterclass with Dr. Heather Hirsch, Dr. Alexandra Sowa & Rachel Goldman, Ph.D.
In this special episode, I’m joined by Dr. Alexandra Sowa and Rachel Goldman, Ph.D. for a powerful midlife health masterclass on the topics every woman deserves to understand. From perimenopause and menopause to hormones, symptoms, treatment options, metabolism, mindset, and the future of women’s healthcare, this conversation brings together leading voices in the field to help educate, empower, and support women through midlife and beyond. Whether you are navigating symptoms yourself, supporting someone you love, or simply want to better understand what happens during this stage of life, this episode is packed with expert insight, practical guidance, and the kind of information too many women are still missing. Rachel Goldman's Book: https://whenlifehappensbook.com/ Dr. Alexandra Sowa's Book: https://getsowell.com/products/the-ozempic-revolution 🩷 Proactive women: book your Collaborative discovery call today https://v7cv2vnklw4.typeform.com/to/T... 🩷Ways to Work with Me: • Free Hormone Health Guide https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f787b... • Free Reclaiming Menopause Masterclass https://thecollaborative.kit.com/1107... • Looking for expert menopause care? Learn more about The Collaborative: https://thecollaborative.kit.com/11e9... • Clinicians: Elevate your medical career. Watch a grand rounds: https://heather-hirsch-academy.kit.co... • Find Your Menopause Type https://view.flodesk.com/pages/647b46... 🩷Books by Dr. Heather Hirsch: Unlock Your Menopause Type → https://amzn.to/3N0YcEC The Perimenopause Survival Guide → https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/tit... 🩷Stay Connected: Instagram → / heatherhirschmd TikTok → / heatherhirsch. . Facebook → / heatherhirschmd Twitter/X → https://x.com/heatherhirschMD LinkedIn → / heather-hirsch-md-ms-mscp-161556168 Pinterest → / heatherhirschmd Podcast → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Website → https://heatherhirschmd.com/ 🩷The Collaborative: Instagram → / thecollaborative.telemed Website → https://jointhecollaborative.com/ 🩷The Academy: Instagram → / womenshealthmedicine Website → https://womenshealthmedicine.com
May 29 · 16 min
267. Fibroids, Endometriosis, and HRT: Breaking Down the Myths
In this episode, I draw on my 12 years of experience as a menopause specialist in New York City to break down the myths and truths about using hormone therapy when you have fibroids or endometriosis. I explain why these common gynecologic conditions are not absolute reasons to avoid HRT and how you can safely achieve symptom relief and long-term health benefits. My goal is to arm both proactive patients and clinicians with evidence-based information so you can navigate complex hormone therapy cases with confidence and ease. 🩷 Proactive women: book your Collaborative discovery call today https://v7cv2vnklw4.typeform.com/to/TtK4Q4e4?typeform-source=jointhecollaborative49872.e.wpstage.net 🩷Ways to Work with Me: • Free Hormone Health Guide https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f787bdd57796e835ea84e10 • Free Reclaiming Menopause Masterclass https://thecollaborative.kit.com/11077747ff • Looking for expert menopause care? Learn more about The Collaborative: https://thecollaborative.kit.com/11e9825fb5 • Clinicians: Elevate your medical career. Join the course transforming how I prescribe HRT: https://heatherhirschmd.myflodesk.com/prescribehrt • Find Your Menopause Type https://view.flodesk.com/pages/647b461a3e266b3df9f1e253 🩷Books by Dr. Heather Hirsch: Unlock Your Menopause Type → https://amzn.to/3N0YcEC The Perimenopause Survival Guide → https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/heather-hirsch/the-perimenopause-survival-guide/9781538774106/
May 13 · 26 min
266. Why Every Doctor Needs to Understand Menopause
Menopause care needs to be a team effort. As a board-certified internist with training in both OB/GYN and internal medicine, I see menopause as so much more than a gynecological issue. The loss and fluctuation of sex hormones, especially estrogen, can impact nearly every system in the body, including the heart, brain, joints, GI tract, urinary system, mood, sleep, and overall quality of life. I’m grateful to partner with Cozy Earth for this episode. Shop Cozy Earth here: ⁠https://cozyearth.com⁠Use code COZYDRHEATHER at checkout to save.In this video, I’m breaking down why cardiology, neurology, psychiatry, rheumatology, oncology, gastroenterology, urgent care, and primary care all need a deeper understanding of menopause.When clinicians are not trained to recognize menopause-related symptoms, women can be misdiagnosed, overmedicated, or sent from specialist to specialist without getting the right support.It is time for a more integrated, informed, and compassionate approach to menopause care. 🩷 Proactive women: book your Collaborative discovery call today https://v7cv2vnklw4.typeform.com/to/TtK4Q4e4?typeform-source=jointhecollaborative49872.e.wpstage.net🩷Ways to Work with Me:• Free Hormone Health Guide https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f787bdd57796e835ea84e10• Free Reclaiming Menopause Masterclass https://thecollaborative.kit.com/11077747ff• Looking for expert menopause care? Learn more about The Collaborative: https://thecollaborative.kit.com/11e9825fb5• Clinicians: Elevate your medical career. Join the course transforming how I prescribe HRT: https://heatherhirschmd.myflodesk.com/prescribehrt• Find Your Menopause Type https://view.flodesk.com/pages/647b461a3e266b3df9f1e253🩷Books by Dr. Heather Hirsch: Unlock Your Menopause Type → https://amzn.to/3N0YcEC The Perimenopause Survival Guide → https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/heather-hirsch/the-perimenopause-survival-guide/9781538774106/

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