Summary:In this episode of Beyond the Checkup, host Pete Waggoner is joined by three Stellis Health experts—Dr. Lindsey Latteman, Dr. Amanda Zehrer, and Dr. Danielle Schirm—for an open, honest discussion about menopause and perimenopause. The team breaks down what these phases really are, how symptoms vary, and what treatments can help women feel their best.What You’ll Learn:The difference between perimenopause and menopauseCommon symptoms and surprising mythsWhen to seek help—and why hormone therapy isn’t one-size-fits-allEpisode Highlights (Timestamps):00:00 – Meet the Providers00:38 – What Menopause Really Means01:30 – Why It’s a Tunnel, Not a Doorway02:09 – How Long Symptoms Can Last03:41 – Top Symptoms: Hot Flashes, Brain Fog, and More06:37 – Hormone Therapy: What It Is and Isn’t08:42 – Support from Loved Ones10:00 – Bioidentical Hormones Explained12:00 – Why Hormone Testing Doesn’t Work14:20 – Common Misconceptions & Cultural Attitudes17:45 – The Importance of Pelvic Exams Post-Menopause19:00 – Most Common Symptom Combinations21:00 – Lifestyle Changes that Help22:45 – The Menopause Society & Red Flags to Avoid24:14 – Final Thoughts from Each ProviderResources Mentioned:The Menopause SocietyStellis Health Appointment Scheduling Provider Bios:Dr. Lindsey LattemanDr. Amanda ZehrerDr. Danielle Schirm, DOMemorable Quotes:“Menopause is a tunnel, not a doorway—you don’t just wake up one day and know you’re there.” – Dr. Lindsey Latteman“This isn’t something you just have to live with. There are real solutions.” – Dr. Danielle Schirm“It’s not about reversing age—it’s about feeling better today.” – Dr. Amanda Zehrer

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