Course Overview
Sessions will address the perimenopausal/menopausal transition, hormonal and non-hormonal menopausal treatments, the use of estrogen, progesterone and testosterone treatments in women, lifestyle medicine, women’s cardiology, brain health, sexual health, and much more.
Our goal is to enhance your professional expertise in the comprehensive care of women, and thorough treatment of menopause. This course will improve your confidence and competence as a women’s health clinician and guide you to improved clinical strategies for caring for women. The faculty has been selected from the most experienced clinical educators of Harvard Medical School and its affiliated hospitals with nationally and internationally recognized guest faculty. In addition to our in-person learning option, our virtual learning technical support team will provide the best images and sound quality possible. Presentations are focused, lively, and many are case based. We are fully dedicated to the joy of learning new knowledge to improve your patient care. All lectures and materials will be available online for viewing for a full 11 months after the conclusion of the course.
The format for the Women’s Health and Menopause course consists of morning and afternoon lecture sessions, Monday through Friday. Each lecture is 45 minutes in length with another 10 minutes for a supervised question and answer session. Speakers are available at the conclusion of each session for additional questions and via email (email addresses are provided for most speakers).
Who Should Attend
- Internal Medicine Physicians
- Family Medicine Physicians
- OB/GYN Physicians
- Nurse Practitioners
- Specialty Physicians
- Physician Assistants
- Allied Health Professionals
- Nurses and Social Workers
- Mental Health Professionals
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this activity, participants will be able to:
- Recognize an overview of a woman’s lifespan and hormonal phases.
- Discuss new and innovative skills in clinical reasoning and problem solving around menopausal symptoms.
- Develop a deeper understanding of perimenopause and its management.
- Design management plans for prescribing hormone therapies in women including estrogen, progesterone and testosterone as indicated.
- Demonstrate a knowledge of weight gain in menopause and the treatment of obesity.
- Describe the safety and risks of menopausal hormone therapy.
- Delineate alternatives to hormone therapy for symptoms of menopause.
- Demonstrate an understanding of Lifestyle Medicine and healthy lifestyle practices including nutrition, exercise, sleep, and stress management.
- Discuss the impact, diagnosis, and treatment of sexual health issues in women including pelvic PT, topical and systemic hormone use, and counseling.
- Describe inclusive LGBTQ issues relevant to the health of all women.
- Discuss the unique considerations of caring for women with cardiovascular, musculoskeletal, dermatologic, gastrointestinal, metabolic, psychiatric, and oncologic conditions.
Monday, March 24 – Friday, March 28, 2025
| 8:00am – 8:55am | Osteoporosis & Menopausal Bone Loss Joy Tsai, MD Heather Hirsch, MD, MS, MSCP |
| 8:55am – 9:00am | Break |
| 9:00am – 9:55am | Infertility & Assisted Fertility Frances Hayes, MBBCH, BAO |
| 9:55am – 10:10am | Break |
| 10:10am – 11:05am | Women’s Health Update 2025 Melissa McNeil, MD, MPH, MACP |
| 11:05am – 11:10am | Break |
| 11:10am – 12:05pm | Rheumatic Diseases & Autoimmunity in Women Marcy Bolster, MD |
| 12:05pm- – 1:05pm | Lunch Break |
| 1:05pm – 2:00pm | Mental Health & Menopause Hadine Joffe, MD, MSCP |
| 2:00pm – 2:05pm | Break |
| 2:05pm – 3:00pm | Estradiol and Impact of Reproductive Aging on the Brain Jill Goldstein, PhD, MPH |
| 3:00pm – 3:15pm | Break |
| 3:15pm – 4:10pm | Sleep in Women Suzanne Bertisch, MD, MPH |
| 4:10pm – 4:15pm | Break |
| 4:15pm – 5:10pm | Trauma Informed Care & Survivors of Human Trafficking Andrea Reilly, MD |
| 8:00am – 8:55am | Comprehensive Women’s Healthcare: Why Sex & Gender Matter Deborah Gomez Kwolek, MD, FACP, FAMWA, MSCP Eleanor Nwadinobi, MD |
| 8:55am – 9:00am | Break |
| 9:00am – 9:55am | Women’s Health Considerations in Gastroenterology Kyle Staller, MD, MPH |
| 9:55am – 10:10am | Break |
| 10:10am – 11:05am | Allergy, Immunology & Women’s Health Anna Wolfson, MD, AAAAI |
| 11:05am – 11:10am | Break |
| 11:10am – 12:05pm | Skin Care/Aesthetics for Women Molly Wanner, MD |
| 12:05pm- – 1:05pm | Lunch Break |
| 1:05pm – 2:00pm | Breast Cancer Steven Isakoff, MD, PhD |
| 2:00pm – 2:05pm | Break |
| 2:05pm – 3:00pm | Menopausal Symptom Management in Breast Cancer Survivors Tara Iyer, MD, MSCP |
| 3:00pm – 3:15pm | Break |
| 3:15pm – 4:10pm | Lung Cancer in Women Christina Costantino, MD |
| 4:10pm – 4:15pm | Break |
| 4:15pm – 5:10pm | Gynecologic Malignancies, Hormones & Sexual Health Amy Bregar, MD |
| 8:00am – 8:45am | OXYPLAY: The Science of Oxytocin (Non-CME) Anna Cabeca, DO, FACOG, ABAARM |
| 8:45am – 9:40am | Vaginal Health & Intimacy (Non-CME) Anna Cabeca, DO, FACOG, ABAARM |
| 9:40am – 10:10am | Break |
| 10:10am – 11:05am | Hair Loss & Treatments in Midlife Kathie Huang, MD, FAAD |
| 11:05am – 11:10am | Break |
| 11:10am – 12:05pm | An Approach to Addressing Sexual Problems in Women Jewel Kling, MD, MPH, FACP, MSCP |
| 12:05pm- – 1:05pm | Lunch Break |
| 1:05pm – 2:00pm | Navigating Sexual Pain through Physical Exam Rachel Rubin, MD |
| 2:00pm – 2:05pm | Break |
| 2:05pm – 3:00pm | Help for Painful Sex & Incontinence: Pelvic Physical Therapy Jennifer Blake, PT, MS |
| 3:00pm – 3:15pm | Break |
| 3:15pm – 4:10pm | Sports Medicine: Sex & Gender Considerations Kimberly Templeton, MD |
| 4:10pm – 4:15pm | Break |
| 4:15pm – 5:10pm | Cosmetic Surgery & Procedures Amy Colwell, MD, FACS |
| Study Hall | LGBTQ Issues & Menopause Jennifer Siegel, MD |
| Human Trafficking – What Clinicians Need to Know Andrea Reilly, MD |
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| Physical Therapy Orthopedic Examination of the Lumbar Spine, Pelvic Girdle and Hip Jennifer Blake, MD, MS |
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| Arousal and Orgasm – A Systematic Approach Rachel Rubin, MD |
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| Testosterone & Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder (HSDD) Rachel Rubin, MD |
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| Healthy Cooking for Menopause Claudia C. Guillen, DNP, AGPCNP |
Dr. Eleanor Vance, Menopause Specialist, Boston, MA –
“An exceptional, comprehensive update. The 2025 deep dive on the latest data regarding hormone therapy timing, duration, and non-hormonal options for vasomotor symptoms was worth the entire course. The nuanced, evidence-based approach is invaluable.”
Marcus Thorne, ND, Naturopathic Physician, Los Angeles, CA –
“This course brilliantly bridges conventional and integrative medicine. The 2025 sessions on evaluating evidence for botanicals and supplements for menopausal symptoms, alongside pharmaceutical options, provide a holistic and practical toolkit for patient care.”
Dr. Ben Carter, Gynecologist, Baltimore, MD –
“The ultimate resource for any clinician providing menopause care. The 2025 algorithms for managing genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM) with both local and systemic therapies have revolutionized my practice and improved patient quality of life dramatically.”
Priya Sharma, MD, Primary Care Physician, Chicago, IL –
“This course empowers the PCP to be the first line of defense in menopause management. The 2025 practical guidelines for initiating conversations, risk assessment, and individualizing treatment plans are immediately applicable and desperately needed in primary care.”
Dr. Samuel Cohen, Cardiologist, Denver, CO –
“A masterclass in cardiometabolic health in midlife women. The 2025 updates on the impact of menopause on lipid profiles, vascular health, and the cardioprotective considerations of hormone therapy are essential knowledge for any cardiologist.”
Dr. Robert Yi, Endocrinologist, New York, NY –
“Incredibly valuable for managing the endocrine transition. The 2025 sessions on the interplay between thyroid disorders, diabetes, and menopause, and how to adjust management strategies, are directly relevant and practice-changing.”
Dr. Lisa Feldman, Psychiatrist, San Diego, CA –
“Essential for mental health. The 2025 lectures on differentiating menopausal mood disorders from primary psychiatric conditions, and the impact of sleep disruption on mental health, provide critical knowledge for effective diagnosis and treatment.”
David Chen, PharmD, BCPS, Clinical Pharmacy, Phoenix, AZ –
“The pharmacotherapy content is top-tier. The 2025 nuanced discussions on new formulations of hormone therapy, emerging non-hormonal agents for hot flashes, and osteoporosis management provide the depth I need for collaborative drug therapy management.”
Dr. Maria Flores, Rheumatologist, Houston, TX –
“An excellent update on bone health and beyond. The 2025 data on sequential and combination therapy for osteoporosis, alongside managing musculoskeletal pain and autoimmune flares during the menopausal transition, is presented masterfully.”
Jonathan Reid, PA-C, Orthopedics, Minneapolis, MN –
“This provides the essential foundation in women’s musculoskeletal health. The 2025 reviews of preventing and treating osteoporosis and the connections between menopause, arthritis, and fracture risk are directly relevant to improving my patient outcomes.”
Dr. Aaron Wilcox, Urologist, Philadelphia, PA –
“Highly relevant for any urologist. The 2025 protocols for evaluating and treating urogenital atrophy, recurrent UTIs, and overactive bladder in the menopausal patient are presented with a clear, actionable focus that is vital for comprehensive care.”
Dr. Irene Kostas, Oncologist, Cleveland, OH –
“Crucial for any oncologist. The 2025 guidance on managing menopausal symptoms in cancer survivors, including non-hormonal strategies and the safe use of local hormones, is an essential part of providing holistic survivorship care.”
Dr. Mark Williams, Family Medicine, Miami, FL –
“Extremely practical and directly applicable to my high-volume practice. The 2025 treatment algorithms and conversation guides are efficient and effective, enhancing my ability to provide compassionate and informed care to my menopausal patients.”
Sarah Brennan, RD, Registered Dietitian, Portland, OR –
“This provides a superb medical foundation for my nutritional counseling. The 2025 sessions on nutrition for bone health, managing weight gain, and mitigating symptoms through diet provide the context I need to create effective, personalized plans.”
Dr. Neil Gupta, Gastroenterologist, Dallas, TX –
“A very informative cross-disciplinary update. The 2025 lectures on the gut microbiome’s potential role in menopausal symptoms and managing GI issues that can be exacerbated by hormonal shifts provide a valuable broader perspective.”
Anika Sharma, LCSW, Therapist, Washington, D.C. –
“This course provides invaluable medical context for my therapy practice. Understanding the physiological drivers of mood swings, anxiety, and ‘brain fog’ in perimenopause allows me to provide more integrated and effective support to my clients.”
Dr. Thomas Reed, Retired Gynecologist, Sarasota, FL –
“A superb way to stay current on the remarkable advances in women’s health. The 2025 data refines many of the concepts we pioneered, presented with the clarity and authority expected from Harvard. A fantastic update.”
Dr. Zoe Turner, MD/MPH, Public Health, Chapel Hill, NC –
“A brilliant clinical update that provides essential context for public health initiatives focused on the long-term health of an aging female population, from bone health to heart disease prevention and cognitive function.”
Dr. Kenji Tanaka, Internist, Honolulu, HI –
“The Harvard faculty delivers this complex and vital topic with unmatched clarity and practicality. This format is an excellent way for internists to ensure our knowledge of women’s health is comprehensive, current, and compassionate.”
Dr. Evan Pierce, Rural Family Medicine, Rochester, MN –
“This course is a critical resource for providing comprehensive care without immediate specialist access. The 2025 guidelines for managing common and complex menopausal concerns are a lifeline for my practice and my patients.”
Maya Reddy, Pre-Med Student, Berkeley, CA –
“An incredible, in-depth look at a half-century of a woman’s life that is often overlooked in medical education. It has profoundly increased my appreciation for the need for knowledgeable and empathetic providers in this space.”
Dr. Zoe Turner, MD/MPH, Public Health, Chapel Hill, NC –
“A brilliant clinical update that provides essential context for public health initiatives focused on the long-term health of an aging female population, from bone health to heart disease prevention and cognitive function.”