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Female Sexual Wellness: Identifying Concerns and Treatment Options is a one-day virtual CME course on diagnosing and treating female sexual function concerns. The course will cover disorders of desire, arousal, and orgasm, as well as sexual pain, using topical lectures, and case-based vignettes. Content will be evidence-based and directed towards clinicians and researchers in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Urology, Pain Management, Psychiatry, Psychology, Nursing, and Social Work.
Who Should Attend
- Nurse Practitioners
- Physician Assistants
- Nurses
- Psychologists
- Social Workers
- Primary Care Physicians
- Specialty Physicians
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this activity, participants will be able to:
- Conduct a thorough history for patients with female sexual function concerns.
- Recognize causes and interaction of desire, arousal, and orgasmic disorders and explore the range of behavioral, pharmacologic, and device-based treatment options.
- Identify causes and treatments for female sexual pain (dyspareunia).
The Harvard Female Sexual Wellness: Identifying Concerns and Treatment Options 2025 course is designed for healthcare professionals who diagnose and treat female sexual function concerns. The target audience includes:
- Primary care physicians managing sexual health concerns in general practice.
- Obstetricians and gynecologists specializing in female reproductive health.
- Urologists addressing sexual dysfunction and pelvic health.
- Pain management specialists treating conditions like dyspareunia.
- Psychiatrists and psychologists focusing on mental health aspects of sexual wellness.
This one-day virtual course covers disorders of desire, arousal, orgasm, and sexual pain, using evidence-based approaches and case-based discussions.
+ Topics:
01 Course Introduction.mp4
02 Course Overview.mp4
02 Course Overview.pdf
03 Classification of Female Sexual Dysfunction.mp4
03 Classification of Female Sexual Dysfunction.pdf
04 Sex Counseling.mp4
04 Sex Counseling.pdf
05 Sex Therapy.mp4
05 Sex Therapy.pdf
06 Pharmacologic Treatment Options for Low Desire.mp4
06 Pharmacologic Treatment Options for Low Desire.pdf
07 Arousal and Orgasmic Dysfunction Sex Counseling and Vibrator Therapy.mp4
07 Arousal and Orgasmic Dysfunction Sex Counseling and Vibrator Therapy.pdf
08 Arousal and Orgasmic Dysfunction Medication and Medical Device Options.mp4
08 Arousal and Orgasmic Dysfunction Medication and Medical Device Options.pdf
09 Q&A 1.mp4
10 Dyspareunia Anatomy and Differential Diagnosis.mp4
10 Dyspareunia Anatomy and Differential Diagnosis.pdf
11 Sexual Function in Perimenopause and Menopause.mp4
11 Sexual Function in Perimenopause and Menopause.pdf
12 Vulvar Dermatoses.mp4
12 Vulvar Dermatoses.pdf
13 Vulvodynia.mp4
13 Vulvodynia.pdf
14 Trauma-Informed Care.mp4
14 Trauma-Informed Care.pdf
15 Care of the Gender Diverse Patient.mp4
15 Care of the Gender Diverse Patient.pdf
16 Q&A 2.mp4
17 Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Focus on Pelvic Floor Muscles.mp4
17 Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Focus on Pelvic Floor Muscles.pdf
18 Pain Management Options for Dyspareunia and Pelvic Pain.mp4
18 Pain Management Options for Dyspareunia and Pelvic Pain.pdf
19 Office-Based Gynecologic Procedures for Pain.mp4
19 Office-Based Gynecologic Procedures for Pain.pdf
20 Surgical Management of Dyspareunia Vaginal Approach.mp4
20 Surgical Management of Dyspareunia Vaginal Approach.pdf
21 Surgical Management of Fibroids and Endometriosis Laparoscopic Approach.mp4
21 Surgical Management of Fibroids and Endometriosis Laparoscopic Approach.pdf
22 Vaginal Lengthening and Neovagina Creation.mp4
22 Vaginal Lengthening and Neovagina Creation.pdf
23 The Impact of Hysterectomy and Gynecologic Surgery on Sexual Function.mp4
23 The Impact of Hysterectomy and Gynecologic Surgery on Sexual Function.pdf
24 Q&A 3.mp4
25 Case Studies.mp4
25 Case Studies.pdf
Agenda.pdf
BIDMC break loop V2.mp4
HMS CME Course Faculty Bios May 2025.pdf
Dr. Sarah K. –
“The recorded sessions were incredibly insightful! Accessing them via Google Drive made it easy to revisit important topics.”
Dr. John M. –
“I loved the direct download link! The information on female sexual wellness is essential for my practice.”
Nurse Emily R. –
“The flexibility to learn at my own pace was fantastic. The course content is directly applicable to my patient interactions.”
Dr. Alex T.: –
“This course provided valuable insights into managing sexual health concerns. Highly recommend it for all healthcare providers!”
Dr. Jenna P. –
“The updates on psychological factors affecting sexual health were invaluable. I’m grateful for this accessible resource!”
Dr. Mark Z. –
“The direct download link was straightforward to use. I’m so glad I invested in this course—it’s worth every penny!”
Dr. Sam O. –
“This course revitalized my approach to female sexual wellness. The Google Drive access made it super convenient.”
Dr. Peter F. –
“This course is a must for anyone in women’s health. The downloadable content is a fantastic reference for future use.”
Nurse Anna W. –
“I learned so much about patient communication strategies. The flexibility of the recordings made it easy to fit into my schedule.”
Dr. Nicole Y. –
“The diversity of topics covered was impressive. I’m excited to apply these strategies in my practice!”