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Menopause care has not been consistently taught in medical training, which means many well-intentioned clinicians may not feel confident managing these concerns. This gap often leads patients to feel dismissed or underserved. Education, advocacy, and evidence-based care are essential to changing that.

Look for Specific Training

Not every clinician who says they “treat menopause” has formal education in it.

Good signs include:

• Board-certified OB/GYN, Family Medicine, or Internal Medicine

• Additional training or certification in menopause care

• Ongoing education in hormone therapy and midlife health

• Membership in menopause-focused professional organizations

You can ask directly:

“What training do you have in menopause care?”

If that question makes them uncomfortable, that matters.

Helpful Places to Start Looking:

There are several reputable places to begin your search for a menopause-informed clinician. The Menopause Society offers a public directory, and both Dr. Mary Claire Haver and Dr. Heather Hirsch share practitioner lists on their websites. These resources are not exhaustive and do not imply endorsement, but they can be helpful starting points.

A knowledgeable provider should discuss options, not shut the conversation down.

Helpful questions to ask:

• “What treatment options do you offer for menopausal symptoms?”

• “How do you approach menopausal hormone therapy?”

• “How do you individualize risk when discussing hormones?”

• “What non-hormonal options do you offer if hormones aren’t right for me?”

Red flags include:

• “We don’t prescribe hormones.”

• “You’re too young.”

• “That’s just aging.”

• “Let’s check hormone labs and see.”

Menopause is a clinical diagnosis, not a lab result.

No. Care isn’t reserved for crisis moments. You don’t have to wait until symptoms disrupt your life completely to ask questions, explore options, or seek guidance. Your experience deserves attention at every stage.

That uncertainty is common. Many midlife symptoms overlap with stress, aging, sleep disruption, or other medical conditions. A thoughtful evaluation helps sort out what’s hormonal, what’s not, and what deserves further attention, without assumptions or dismissal.