--- description: Breaking news and analysis from time.com. Politics, world news, photos, video, tech reviews, health, science, and entertainment news. title: I'm a Woman and a Doctor. Here's Why Menopause Care Must Change image: https://static.time.com/v3/assets/bltea6093859af6183b/bltd107775c295973fa/6a4b522944440de34a11a5fa/DBFC3A047C0B498290953FCF892AF21E.jpeg?branch=production&width=3840&quality=75&auto=webp&crop=16:9 --- # I'm a Woman and a Doctor. Here's Why Menopause Care Must Change  For generations, women's health has been sidelined by a stagnant, dismissive system that was never built to serve them. As a Black woman in midlife, I know the physical and emotional toll of this firsthand. And as an OB/GYN of over 20 years, I've seen the frustration when debilitating hot flashes, sleepless nights, or profound mood shifts are downplayed or met with a rigid, by-the-book approach. In fact, nearly 1 in 3 women in the U.S. say a healthcare provider has ignored or dismissed their concerns within the past two years, according to a 2024[ national survey by KFF](https://jadserve.postrelease.com/trk?ntv%5Fat=4&ntv%5Fui=6b6df9ed-eb26-4309-8ca9-63d5f779972e&ntv%5Fa=sDsKAoHl2A7icRA&ntv%5Ffl=H0ixjAus8AO5eN-B2Ob48XUOZZU9hg6AN8M8JQqi5r4tA5zr%5FaxERE7zljntZlTpLfyyzdg5nyFpQxiImrV0Yp8dnAEx27cFN%5FGo1NGCLziYWvmeZ1gW0dt36mJhLwoW4QI8xOeBklurBnn67OgYn9AghDg8rsbWANf5wAeoSXn%5FXxRMueXkuNy9uXHZ6tnVgsndRDzceYMuy2Ryia9tYFFQvfUFQhvuiGM2fKCCkUjWwYxqNunAU-rF8IzoFaDC94ajUEF6xkM-SaenhpHsStrB%5Ff9MxQFWAac1i0OtnxvNaRY730q3t-EllPzlWOCaJY5Jq6tJdRPphYIE8GPamKD7NWIa2pMcJEe7ZFNoUMl2EiACKFZ0y6tFLd7rJW2Y8pqihHrH-q5ero9Bmrhm5FsEmUM6XOXguULbug2hCx4=&ord=2050039651&ntv%5Fht=MIQIagA&prx%5Fr=https://www.kff.org/womens-health-policy/a-closer-look-at-negative-interactions-experienced-by-women-in-health-settings-findings-from-the-2024-womens-health-survey/ "undefined"). This ends now. As Chief Medical Officer at [Hers](https://jadserve.postrelease.com/trk?ntv%5Fat=4&ntv%5Fui=6b6df9ed-eb26-4309-8ca9-63d5f779972e&ntv%5Fa=sDsKAoHl2A7icRA&ntv%5Ffl=H0ixjAus8AO5eN-B2Ob48XUOZZU9hg6AN8M8JQqi5r4tA5zr%5FaxERE7zljntZlTpLfyyzdg5nyFpQxiImrV0Yp8dnAEx27cFN%5FGo1NGCLziYWvmeZ1gW0dt36mJhLwoW4QI8xOeBklurBnn67OgYn9AghDg8rsbWANf5wAeoSXn%5FXxRMueXkuNy9uXHZ6tnVgsndRDzceYMuy2Ryia9tYFFQvfUFQhvuiGM2fKCCkUjWwYxqNunAU-rF8IzoFaDC94ajUEF6xkM-SaenhpHsStrB%5Ff9MxQFWAac1i0OtnxvNaRY730q3t-EllPzlWOCaJY5Jq6tJdRPphYIE8GPamKD7NWIa2pMcJEe7ZFNoUMl2EiACKFZ0y6tFLd7rJW2Y8pqihHrH-q5ero9Bmrhm5FsEmUM6XOXguULbug2hCx4=&ord=2050039651&ntv%5Fht=MIQIagA&prx%5Fr=https://www.forhers.com/ "undefined"), I am dedicated to creating a system where every woman feels heard, seen, and prioritized. Hers is moving beyond simply improving access; we aim to pioneer a new era of care: one that raises the quality expectations for all women, across every background, ethnicity, and income level. It’s no secret that a personalized approach yields better outcomes. There is no such thing as the ‘average patient’ and data shows that [nearly 80 percent of women](https://jadserve.postrelease.com/trk?ntv%5Fat=4&ntv%5Fui=6b6df9ed-eb26-4309-8ca9-63d5f779972e&ntv%5Fa=sDsKAoHl2A7icRA&ntv%5Ffl=H0ixjAus8AO5eN-B2Ob48XUOZZU9hg6AN8M8JQqi5r4tA5zr%5FaxERE7zljntZlTpLfyyzdg5nyFpQxiImrV0Yp8dnAEx27cFN%5FGo1NGCLziYWvmeZ1gW0dt36mJhLwoW4QI8xOeBklurBnn67OgYn9AghDg8rsbWANf5wAeoSXn%5FXxRMueXkuNy9uXHZ6tnVgsndRDzceYMuy2Ryia9tYFFQvfUFQhvuiGM2fKCCkUjWwYxqNunAU-rF8IzoFaDC94ajUEF6xkM-SaenhpHsStrB%5Ff9MxQFWAac1i0OtnxvNaRY730q3t-EllPzlWOCaJY5Jq6tJdRPphYIE8GPamKD7NWIa2pMcJEe7ZFNoUMl2EiACKFZ0y6tFLd7rJW2Y8pqihHrH-q5ero9Bmrhm5FsEmUM6XOXguULbug2hCx4=&ord=2050039651&ntv%5Fht=MIQIagA&prx%5Fr=https://www.fairhealth.org/fh-trackers/telehealth "undefined") say they want more tailored healthcare. And now through the digital healthcare model, we can forge a new future: one that meets women’s needs on their terms. [Six thousand women in the US](https://jadserve.postrelease.com/trk?ntv%5Fat=4&ntv%5Fui=6b6df9ed-eb26-4309-8ca9-63d5f779972e&ntv%5Fa=sDsKAoHl2A7icRA&ntv%5Ffl=H0ixjAus8AO5eN-B2Ob48XUOZZU9hg6AN8M8JQqi5r4tA5zr%5FaxERE7zljntZlTpLfyyzdg5nyFpQxiImrV0Yp8dnAEx27cFN%5FGo1NGCLziYWvmeZ1gW0dt36mJhLwoW4QI8xOeBklurBnn67OgYn9AghDg8rsbWANf5wAeoSXn%5FXxRMueXkuNy9uXHZ6tnVgsndRDzceYMuy2Ryia9tYFFQvfUFQhvuiGM2fKCCkUjWwYxqNunAU-rF8IzoFaDC94ajUEF6xkM-SaenhpHsStrB%5Ff9MxQFWAac1i0OtnxvNaRY730q3t-EllPzlWOCaJY5Jq6tJdRPphYIE8GPamKD7NWIa2pMcJEe7ZFNoUMl2EiACKFZ0y6tFLd7rJW2Y8pqihHrH-q5ero9Bmrhm5FsEmUM6XOXguULbug2hCx4=&ord=2050039651&ntv%5Fht=MIQIagA&prx%5Fr=https://swhr.org/health%5Ffocus%5Farea/menopause/ "undefined") enter menopause every day. Each and every one of them deserves care that is dependable, effective, and built with their needs in mind. That’s why Hers [introduced access](https://jadserve.postrelease.com/trk?ntv%5Fat=4&ntv%5Fui=6b6df9ed-eb26-4309-8ca9-63d5f779972e&ntv%5Fa=sDsKAoHl2A7icRA&ntv%5Ffl=H0ixjAus8AO5eN-B2Ob48XUOZZU9hg6AN8M8JQqi5r4tA5zr%5FaxERE7zljntZlTpLfyyzdg5nyFpQxiImrV0Yp8dnAEx27cFN%5FGo1NGCLziYWvmeZ1gW0dt36mJhLwoW4QI8xOeBklurBnn67OgYn9AghDg8rsbWANf5wAeoSXn%5FXxRMueXkuNy9uXHZ6tnVgsndRDzceYMuy2Ryia9tYFFQvfUFQhvuiGM2fKCCkUjWwYxqNunAU-rF8IzoFaDC94ajUEF6xkM-SaenhpHsStrB%5Ff9MxQFWAac1i0OtnxvNaRY730q3t-EllPzlWOCaJY5Jq6tJdRPphYIE8GPamKD7NWIa2pMcJEe7ZFNoUMl2EiACKFZ0y6tFLd7rJW2Y8pqihHrH-q5ero9Bmrhm5FsEmUM6XOXguULbug2hCx4=&ord=2050039651&ntv%5Fht=MIQIagA&prx%5Fr=https://www.forhers.com/lp/mp-start "undefined") to a new line of treatment plans built specifically for women experiencing perimenopause and menopause. Menopause symptoms often ebb and flow, sometimes lasting seven years or more. That’s why treatment plans through Hers aren’t set in stone, and can change as a woman evolves. Through Hers, women can partner with licensed providers to tailor a combination of evidence-based treatments based on their unique health history and preferences. This may include estradiol, a naturally occurring hormone that effectively targets symptoms like hot flashes and night sweats, potentially combined with progesterone to support uterine health and enhance sleep. This is precision medicine delivered with expertise and intention. Through Hers, women can find the intimacy of individualized care without the traditional hurdles. Delivered by real providers, supplied by licensed pharmacies, and with consistent follow-up support. No endless searching. No waiting for appointments. No insurance hoops. No misunderstandings. Just fast, specialized care that works around a woman’s life. I’ve spent much of my career supporting women through every age and stage, and I know how important this care can be for women as they enter mid-life. 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