Dr. Streicher’s Inside Information: Menopause, Midlife, and More

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S4 Ep180: The Six Pillars of Lifestyle Medicine with Dr. Dawn Mussallem Jul 10, 2025

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Dr. Dawn Mussallem, a board-certified lifestyle medicine physician, was diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer at age 26, followed by a heart transplant. She walks the walk when it comes to healthy lifestyle choices. At the Mayo Clinic Breast Center, Dr. Mussallem is the go-to expert for how healthy choices not just prolong life, but also make life better.. not just for women living with a cancer diagnosis, but all women.

Dr. Mussalem’s personal story- and how lifestyle medicine saved her life
What Lifestyle Medicine is
The six pillars of lifestyle medicine that impact longevity and quality of life:

Stress Management
Physical Activity-and is there such a thing as overdoing it?
Avoidance of Risky Substances
Nutrition and the importance of maintaining a specific BMI vs body composition
Restorative Sleep
Positive Social Connections

American College of Lifestyle Medicine- https://lifestylemedicine.org/
The Ethel Circle Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/theethelcircle/
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Lauren Streicher MD, is a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine, the founding medical director of the Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause, and a Senior Research Fellow of The Kinsey Institute, Indiana University. She is a certified menopause practitioner of The Menopause Society. She is the Medical Director of Community Education and Outreach for Midi Health.
Dr. Streicher is the medical correspondent for Chicago’s top-rated news program, the WGN Morning News, and has been seen on The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, NPR, Dr. Radio, Nightline, Fox and Friends, The Steve Harvey Show, CBS This Morning, ABC News Now, NBCNightlyNews,20/20, and World News Tonight. She is an expert source for many magazines and serves on the medical advisory board of The Kinsey Institute, Self Magazine, and Prevention Magazine. She writes a regular column for The Ethel by AARP and Prevention Magazine.
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Dr. Streicher’s Inside Information podcast is for education and information and is not intended to replace medical advice from your personal healthcare clinician. Dr. Streicher disclaims liability for any medical outcomes that may occur because of applying methods suggested or discussed in this podcast.

S4 Ep178: Mid-life Nutrition: Tips and Tricks From a Dietician with Dr. Alexandra Filingeri Jun 26, 2025

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Any mid-life woman knows that once you hit your 40s, 50s, or 60s, things will not go well if you eat the same way you did when you were 20. But it’s confusing to know what to eat, and how much to eat, without downloading multiple APPs and carrying around a calculator
My guest, Alexandra Filingeri, holds a doctorate in Clinical Nutrition with a focus on evidence-based nutrition interventions, particularly in mid-life and menopause. In this episode, we cover practical nutrition tips- what to eat and how much to eat to maximize health aging. Dr. Filingeri also answered questions that came in from my Substack readers.
By the way, my favorite frozen vegetables that I couldn’t remember the name of? Puravida Fire Roasted Vegetable Melange

What changes post menopause
Obesity, hot flashes and weight loss
The impact of insomnia on weight
Individual energy requirements
Macronutrients vs micronutrients
Protein supplements- yay or nay
Glycemic index
Sugar and belly fat
Grocery store strategies

Dr. Alexandra Filingeri is a Registered Dietitian with a Doctorate degree in Clinical Nutrition. During her doctoral studies, Dr. Filingeri focused on metabolic disorders, nutritional biochemistry, and clinical research methodologies, equipping herself to deliver evidence-based nutrition interventions. Her clinical expertise focuses on midlife nutrition and hormone-related health.
Website: Nutrition by Dr. Alexandra – Beauty From The Inside Out
Instagram: Dr. Alexandra Filingeri DCN RDN (@nutritionby_dralexandra) • Instagram photos and videos
Linkedln: Alexandra Filingeri, DCN RDN - Registered Dietitian in Private Practice - Nutrition By Dr Alexandra | LinkedIn
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S4 Ep178: The Impact of Hormone Therapy on DCIS with Dr. Swati Kulkarni Jun 12, 2025

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Women are generally told that if they have a breast cancer diagnosis, they should steer clear of estrogen. In this episode, I have a conversation with Dr. Swati Kulkarni, the lead investigator of a new study in which women with a newly diagnosed breast ductal carcinoma in situ, DCIS, were given a month’s worth of hormone therapy before standard treatment to see the impact it would have on developing cancer cells.

What DCIS is and how it is typically diagnosed.
If DCIS is considered to be a pre-cancer or a cancer
If DCIS is untreated, how often it will progress to invasive cancer
If treated, how often women with DCIS go on to develop invasive cancer?
Why this particular form of hormone therapy, conjugated estrogens and bazodoxifene (Duovee™) was used in the study
The details of the study
The results of the study

The Promise Study: A presurgical randomized clinical trial of CE/BZA vs placebo in postmenopausal women with ductal carcinoma in situ.
Link to Abstract
My summary of the study on Substack
https://drstreicher.substack.com/p/can-hormone-therapy-shrink-breast
Link to Kagan episode on Duovee with Dr. Kagan
Episode 124 All Hormones Are Not Created Equal with Dr. James Simon

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Lauren Streicher MD, is a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine, the founding medical director of the Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause, and a Senior Research Fellow of The Kinsey Institute, Indiana University. She is a certified menopause practitioner of The Menopause Society. She is the Medical Director of Community Education and Outreach for Midi Health.
Dr. Streicher is the medical correspondent for Chicago’s top-rated news program, the WGN Morning News, and has been seen on The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, NPR, Dr. Radio, Nightline, Fox and Friends, The Steve Harvey Show, CBS This Morning, ABC News Now, NBCNightlyNews,20/20, and World News Tonight. She is an expert source for many magazines and serves on the medical advisory board of The Kinsey Institute, Self Magazine, and Prevention Magazine. She writes a regular column for The Ethel by AARP and Prevention Magazine.
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S4 Ep177: CANCER: Misinformation and Misleading "Science" with Shikha Jain MD May 29, 2025

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Do cell phones cause brain cancer? Does using an antiperspirant increase the risk of breast cancer? Does fluoride in the water increase the risk of bone cancer? Is the HPV vaccine lifesaving or dangerous?
In this episode, I am joined by Dr. Shikha Jain, an academic hematologist and oncologist. We start by busting cancer myths and then move on to discuss the impact of the “Make America Healthy Again Movement” (MAHA)on cancer care and cancer research, and why the rationale behind the MAHA movement is FLAWED and DANGEROUS.
Which of the following is associated with getting cancer or spreading cancer

Biopsies
Specific viruses
Consuming sugar
Mammograms
Living near a Power line
Cell phones
Deodorant and antiperspirants
Microplastics
Microwaving
If surgery to remove a cancerous growth spreads the cancer?
Estrogen- birth control pills, local estrogen, systemic estrogen

The impact of current political policies on cancer treatment and research

Obesity
Processed food
HPV vaccine
Fluoride in the water
The financial incentive behind the MAHA movement
Why placebo-controlled trials are not always used in research, and would be dangerous
Defunding of NIH Cancer Research, including labs and clinical trials
The US Brain Drain

Over 9.5 billion dollars, representing over 2000 NIH grants, have been terminated.
In the links below, expand the abstract column to see the details of the research.

List of NIH grants that have been defunded
https://airtable.com/appjhyo9NTvJLocRy/shrNto1NNp9eJlgpA? Ffj6Q%3Aview=plasNjSudszRmPvEo&Ffj6Q=allRecords

List of NIH Cancer Research that Has Been Defunded
https://airtable.com/appjhyo9NTvJLocRy/shrNto1NNp9eJlgpA?Ffj6Q=sfsqqf7AYxKbZi37s&Ffj6Q%3Aview=plasNjSudszRmPvEo
Dr. Shikha Jain, MD, FACP, is a board-certified oncologist, national health media contributor, and founder of Women in Medicine®. She’s a tenured associate professor at the University of Illinois and was named Illinois Physician Leader of the Year, one of Modern Healthcare’s Top 25 Emerging Leaders, and a Medscape Rising Star in Medicine. Through her clinical work, national advocacy, and powerful storytelling, Dr. Jain is transforming how we think about medicine, leadership, and the future of healthcare.
https://www.wimedicine.org/
https://www.wimedicine.org/wim-summit
https://shikhajainmd.com/

How to Know an Expert is an Expert

Episode 157: How to Find a Clinician that’s Not Clueless
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A Guide to Finding a Menopause Clinician That’s Not Clueless
Let’s Play…Is Your Doctor Really a Menopause Expert?

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Lauren Streicher MD, is a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine, the founding medical director of the Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause, and a Senior Research Fellow of The Kinsey Institute, Indiana University. She is a certified menopause practitioner of The Menopause Society. She is the Medical Director of Community Education and Outreach for Midi Health.
Dr. Streicher is the medical correspondent for Chicago’s top-rated news program, the WGN Morning News, and has been seen on The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, NPR, Dr. Radio, Nightline, Fox and Friends, The Steve Harvey Show, CBS This Morning, ABC News Now, NBCNightlyNews,20/20, and World News Tonight. She is an expert source for many magazines and serves on the medical advisory board of The Kinsey Institute, Self Magazine, and Prevention Magazine. She writes a regular column for The Ethel by AARP and Prevention Magazine.
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S4 Ep176: FOOD and BRAIN Health with Dr. Annie Fenn May 15, 2025

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When it comes to the risk of developing dementia, family history is a factor, but it is far from the only factor. It is well known that physical activity, social isolation, smoking, alcohol, medical conditions like diabetes, heart disease, or being hard of hearing, all impact the risk of developing dementia down the road.
In this episode, I explore the relationship between what you eat and brain health with Dr. Annie Fenn, the author of The Brain Health KITCHEN, Preventing Alzheimer’s through Food.

WHY food impacts the brain
What foods should be avoided
What foods are neuroprotective

Annie Fenn, MD

Dr. Fenn’s Substack: Brain Health Kitchen. Dr. Fenn is offering a 25% discount on annual subscriptions to her Substack until June 1 with this link-25% off BHK
The Brain Health Kitchen: Preventing Alzheimer's Through Food by Annie Fenn, MD @Artisan Books 2023.
Dr. Fenn’s Brain Health Retreats Brain Health Kitchen Retreats
Link to the cookie recipe we discussed: Chunky Whole Grain Chocolate Chip Cookie. It can also be found in the Whole Grain chapter of the Brain Health Kitchen
Dr. Fenn’s information on supplements with discount codes (Dr. Fenn has no financial relationship with these companies.)
The BHK Guide To Brain Health Supplements
Magnesium Supplements A To Z
Relevate, the brain health multi Dr. Fenn recommends-Use ANNIE25 for 25% off

Dr. Streicher's retreat in Sardinia- Sept 7-14, 2025
https://www.hermedicine.org/her-travel-club-sardinia-invite (Very limited spots left)
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S4 Ep175: Your BONES On and Off ESTROGEN May 01, 2025

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When women think about the benefits of menopausal hormone therapy, things like hot flashes, insomnia and vaginal dryness come to mind.
But for many women, bone health is, or should be, at the top of the list.
In this episode, I speak with Dr. Risa Kagan about the role of estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone in bone health.

Definition of Low Bone Mass (Osteopenia) and Osteoporosis
The Difference Between a T score and a Z score
FRAX- Fracture Risk Assessment Tool
When Bone Mass Peaks
How to Maximize Bone Health Before Menopause Hits
Role of Estrogen in Young Women
The Danger Zone- When Most Women Lose the Majority of Their Bone Mass
The Role of Birth Control Pills and Prevention of Bone Loss
If Exercise is Enough
The Relationship Between Hot Flashes and Osteoporosis
Bone Loss Post Menopause
Impact of Menopausal Estrogen Therapy on Bones
Taking Menopausal Hormone Therapy (MHT) in the Absence of Hot Flashes to Protect Bones
The Difference Between Bone Density and Bone Quality
When it is Appropriate to Take an Anabolic Agent
If the TYPE of Estrogen you take matters (Conjugated, Synthetic, Bioidentical)
What DOSE of Estrogen is Needed to Prevent Fractures
If it is Appropriate to Monitor Estradiol Blood Levels When Taking Transdermal MHT
The Target Estradiol Level for Bone Health
What Happens to Bone Density When MHT is Discontinued
If MHT Should Be Taken Forever
If Progestogens Plays a Role in Bone Health
The Role of Bazodoxifene (Duovee™) in Bone Health
The Role of TESTOSTERONE therapy in Bone Health

Another Podcast with Dr. Kagan: When Progesterone is a Problem

Dr. Risa Kagan is a Clinical Professor in the Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences at the University of California San Francisco, and a consulting gynecologist with Sutter Health. Dr. Kagan has published over 100 scientific papers on post menopause bone health and hormone therapy.
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S4 Ep174: Is Your Transdermal ESTROGEN... Getting ABSORBED? Apr 17, 2025

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Transdermal estrogen in the form of a patch, gel, or cream is often the preferred delivery method for menopausal hormone therapy. Unlike oral estrogen, in addition to other advantages, transdermal estrogen does not increase the risk of blood clots. But a new study, published in the journal Menopause, indicates that your transdermal estrogen… may not be doing what you think it’s doing. Today, I am speaking with one of the authors of that study, Dr. Louise Newson.
My Substack post summarizing the study:
https://drstreicher.substack.com/p/is-your-estrogen-patch-gel-or-spray?r=740mq

Link to article: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39689249/

We discuss:

The advantages of transdermal estrogen
The realization that blood levels of transdermal estrogen may be below what is expected
What the study looked at
Results of the study
What factors may cause decreased absorption of transdermal estrogen
Why decreased levels of estrogen are problematic
Ways to maximize absorption
Options if serum estrogen levels are low on standard doses of transdermal estrogen
Concerns of using a higher than standard dose
The pushback in the UK regarding Dr. Newson’s work
If it should be routine to measure blood levels of estrogen if using a transdermal product

For more information on Dr. Newson, visit DrLouise Newson.com
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Lauren Streicher, MD is a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine, the founding medical director of the Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause, and a Senior Research Fellow of The Kinsey Institute, Indiana University. She is a certified menopause practitioner of The Menopause Society. She is the Medical Director of Community Education and Outreach for Midi Health.
Dr. Streicher is the medical correspondent for Chicago’s top-rated news program, the WGN Morning News, and has been seen on The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, NPR, Dr. Radio, Nightline, Fox and Friends, The Steve Harvey Show, CBS This Morning, ABC News Now, NBCNightlyNews,20/20, and World News Tonight. She is an expert source for many magazines and serves on the medical advisory board of The Kinsey Institute, Self Magazine, and Prevention Magazine. She writes a regular column for The Ethel by AARP and Prevention Magazine.
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To Find a Menopause Clinician

Midi Health www.Joinmidi.com
Midi Health is a telehealth company that provides high-level menopause care and takes insurance in all 50 states. Dr. Streicher is Midi’s Medical Director of Education and Community Outreach and is familiar with their medical protocols, which are all regularly updated and set by the top academic menopause experts in the country.
The Menopause Society- Certified Menopause Practitioner List Menopause.org

To find a menopause practitioner: https://portal.menopause.org/NAMS/NAMS/Directory/Menopause-Practitioner.aspx
Put in your zip code and designate NCMP or CMSP to get a certified menopause practitioner. While all people on this list have passed a competency examination, Dr. Streicher does not vouch for every one of these clinicians. Most are excellent.

Major Medical Centers

It also may be helpful to check with major medical centers in your area. Many have menopause clinics or lists of doctors who have an interest and expertise in menopause.
Dr. Streicher’s Inside Information podcast is for education and information and is not intended to replace medical advice from your personal healthcare clinician. Dr. Streicher disclaims liability for any medical outcomes that may occur because of applying methods suggested or discussed in this podcast.

S4 Ep173: Two Clinicians- Twelve Questions Apr 03, 2025

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I get lots of questions on various platforms. But I never get to all of them. So, today is Q and A day.
I asked my friend and colleague, Dr. Heidi Flagg to join me because it’s always good to get another point of view. Dr. Flagg is, above all, a clinician. She is in her office in NY city, day in and day out, helping women navigate peri menopause and menopause. And unlike many people out there who are new to the scene, Dr. Flagg brings decades of real-world experience to the table.
QUESTIONS

Do you need to be 12 months without a period to start hormone therapy?
I am getting a period every 3-4 months, so I assume I am in perimenopause. I am having a lot of symptoms, so I went to my doctor, and she suggested I go on birth control pills. I’m not even having sex. I don’t need birth control.
I am 48 years old. I had a hysterectomy 5 years ago because of fibroids. I am now having hot flashes, brain fog, and mood swings. What hormone levels should I check to see if I am ready for hormone therapy?
I started using an estrogen patch around 3 months ago. I am still having hot flashes. Do I need to give it more time or do I need more estrogen?
Is it OK to substitute a brand name patch with a generic patch?
I am 62. My last period was 13 years ago. Is it too late for me to state hormone therapy?
Since I started using local vaginal estrogen, I have an accumulation under my clitoral hood. How best to clean it?
Is it OK to put vaginal lubricant inside the vagina?
Will hormone therapy trigger the recurrence of endometriosis?
I have high cholesterol and want to know if Duovee™ is a good product for someone with high cholesterol. Would it be better to use a transdermal estrogen?
Is it safe to use systemic estrogen and local estrogen at the same time?
I had a hysterectomy last year because of uterine cancer. Can I take estrogen?
I am taking low doses of testosterone, and I am pretty sure my voice is getting lower. My doctor said my levels are fine. I thought that only happened with high doses. If I go off, will it go back to how it was?
I am 45 years old and scheduled for a hysterectomy because of fibroids that bleed a lot. Is my sex life going to change?
A menopause coach who wants to know how to help women getting conflicting information on social media.

Heidi Flagg MD
IG @m_pause
Dr. Heidi Snyder Flagg is a founder and managing partner of Spring ObGyn, a private practice in NYC. Since completing her ObGyn residency at Brown’s Woman & Infant’s Hospital Dr. Flagg’s clinical interests have spanned the woman’s reproductive cycle with a current focus on peri menopausal and menopause.Dr. Flagg is a medical advisor to Flow Health and Let’s Talk Menopause.
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Lauren Streicher, MD is a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine, the founding medical director of the Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause, and a Senior Research Fellow of The Kinsey Institute, Indiana University. She is a certified menopause practitioner of The Menopause Society. She is the Medical Director of Community Education and Outreach for Midi Health.
Dr. Streicher is the medical correspondent for Chicago’s top-rated news program, the WGN Morning News, and has been seen on The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, NPR, Dr. Radio, Nightline, Fox and Friends, The Steve Harvey Show, CBS This Morning, ABC News Now, NBCNightlyNews,20/20, and World News Tonight. She is an expert source for many magazines and serves on the medical advisory board of The Kinsey Institute, Self Magazine, and Prevention Magazine. She writes a regular column for The Ethel by AARP and Prevention Magazine.
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To find a menopause practitioner: https://portal.menopause.org/NAMS/NAMS/Directory/Menopause-Practitioner.aspx
Put in your zip code and designate NCMP or CMSP to get a certified menopause practitioner. While all people on this list have passed a competency examination, Dr. Streicher does not vouch for every one of these clinicians. Most are excellent.

Major Medical Centers
It also may be helpful to check with major medical centers in your area. Many have menopause clinics or lists of doctors who have an interest and expertise in menopause.
Dr. Streicher’s Inside Information podcast is for education and information and is not intended to replace medical advice from your personal healthcare clinician. Dr. Streicher disclaims liability for any medical outcomes that may occur because of applying methods suggested or discussed in this podcast.

S3 Ep172: COME AGAIN! Mar 20, 2025

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Welcome to COME AGAIN: Sexuality and Orgasm Podcast

What if suddenly your tried-and-true maneuvers that consistently ended in orgasm no longer worked? Or it took so long and the climax so pathetic it was hardly worth the effort? Along with hot flashes, sandpaper sex, and a loss of libido, add the inability to have an orgasm to the list of post-menopause surprises your mom "forgot" to warn you about.

In this episode you will hear the first two episodes of COME AGAIN-a new podcast series with science-based information to get your libido to kick in and your clitoral nerve endings to wake up while also being wildly entertaining
For more INFORMATION and to SUBSCRIBE
COME AGAIN: Sexuality and Orgasm is a limited podcast series

Part One- Sexual Function and Obstacles to Orgasm

§ An overview of female sexuality, arousal and obstacles to orgasm.
§ What it takes for an orgasm to occur
§ What can happen as a consequence of menopause, aging, medications and medical conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, cancer
Part Two - Everyone Come!
Part Two focuses on hormonal and non-hormonal solutions to

eliminate pain
boost arousal
wake up your clitoris

COME AGAIN is intended for both healthcare professionals and the general public.
For more INFORMATION and to SUBSCRIBE

Lauren Streicher, MD is a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine, the founding medical director of the Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause, and a Senior Research Fellow of The Kinsey Institute, Indiana University. She is a certified menopause practitioner of The Menopause Society. She is the Medical Director of Community Education and Outreach for Midi Health.
Dr. Streicher is the medical correspondent for Chicago’s top-rated news program, the WGN Morning News, and has been seen on The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, NPR, Dr. Radio, Nightline, Fox and Friends, The Steve Harvey Show, CBS This Morning, ABC News Now, NBCNightlyNews,20/20, and World News Tonight. She is an expert source for many magazines and serves on the medical advisory board of The Kinsey Institute, Self Magazine, and Prevention Magazine. She writes a regular column for The Ethel by AARP and Prevention Magazine.

DrStreicher.com
Instagram @DrStreich
Facebook @DrStreicher
YouTube @DrStreicherTV
LinkedIn @DrStreicher

To find a menopause practitioner: https://portal.menopause.org/NAMS/NAMS/Directory/Menopause-Practitioner.aspx
Put in your zip code and designate NCMP or CMSP to get a certified menopause practitioner. While all people on this list have passed a competency examination, Dr. Streicher does not vouch for every one of these clinicians. Most are excellent.

Major Medical Centers
It also may be helpful to check with major medical centers in your area. Many have menopause clinics or lists of doctors who have an interest and expertise in menopause.
If you are in the Chicago area, the center founded by Dr. Streicher:
The Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause Sexmedmenopause.nm.org
Dr. Streicher’s Inside Information podcast is for education and information and is not intended to replace medical advice from your personal healthcare clinician. Dr. Streicher disclaims liability for any medical outcomes that may occur because of applying methods suggested or discussed in this podcast.

S3 Ep171: TEETH TALK with Whitney DiFoggio MA, RDH Mar 13, 2025

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As our bodies age, so do our teeth. And, no surprise, menopause also has an impact on dental health. My guest, Whitney Difoggio, AKA Teeth Talk Girl ,knows it all when it comes to dental hygiene ,anti-aging tips and post menopause teeth, gums, and tongues.
Whitney DiFoggio, founder of teethtalkgirl.com, is a passionate dental health communicator and registered dental hygienist, recognized as "Teeth Talk Girl" on social media (@teethtalkgirl). With a bachelor’s degree in biology from the University of Illinois Chicago and a master’s degree in health communication from Arizona State University, she is currently pursuing her doctorate in health science at Eastern Virginia Medical School.

Whitening
Dentures
Dry mouth
Burning mouth
Fluoride
Flossing (and other uses for dental floss!)
Electric toothbrushes
Losing teeth

Website: teethtalkgirl.com
YouTube: YouTube.com/TeethTalk
Instagram: @teethtalkgirl
TikTok: @teethtalkgirl
Facebook: @teethtalkgirl
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Lauren Streicher, MD is a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine, the founding medical director of the Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause, and a Senior Research Fellow of The Kinsey Institute, Indiana University. She is a certified menopause practitioner of The Menopause Society. She is the Medical Director of Community Education and Outreach for Midi Health.
Dr. Streicher is the medical correspondent for Chicago’s top-rated news program, the WGN Morning News, and has been seen on The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, NPR, Dr. Radio, Nightline, Fox and Friends, The Steve Harvey Show, CBS This Morning, ABC News Now, NBCNightlyNews,20/20, and World News Tonight. She is an expert source for many magazines and serves on the medical advisory board of The Kinsey Institute, Self Magazine, and Prevention Magazine. She writes a regular column for The Ethel by AARP and Prevention Magazine.

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To find a menopause practitioner: https://portal.menopause.org/NAMS/NAMS/Directory/Menopause-Practitioner.aspx
Put in your zip code and designate NCMP or CMSP to get a certified menopause practitioner. While all people on this list have passed a competency examination, Dr. Streicher does not vouch for every one of these clinicians. Most are excellent.

Major Medical Centers

It also may be helpful to check with major medical centers in your area. Many have menopause clinics or lists of doctors who have an interest and expertise in menopause.
If you are in the Chicago area, the center founded by Dr. Streicher:
The Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause Sexmedmenopause.nm.org
Dr. Streicher’s Inside Information podcast is for education and information and is not intended to replace medical advice from your personal healthcare clinician. Dr. Streicher disclaims liability for any medical outcomes that may occur because of applying methods suggested or discussed in this podcast.

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