SHE MD Why Menopause Deserves Better Care — Insights from Dr. Janet Choi & Progyny
In this episode of SHE MD Podcast, Dr. Thaïs Aliabadi and Mary Alice welcome Dr. Janet Choi to discuss menopause health, women’s wellness, and Progyny’s whole-woman approach to care. They explore the impact of menopause on mental, physical, and emotional health, practical strategies for personalized care, and workplace advocacy to break down stigma. Listeners gain actionable guidance to navigate menopause, improve hormonal health, and take control of their wellness journey. This episode delivers expert insights into menopause care, empowering listeners to access evidence-based, connected solutions across all stages of women’s health.
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Sponsors:
Personalized Menopause Support at Work | Progyny
What You’ll Learn
Menopause impacts mental, physical, and emotional health, requiring specialized care
Personalized care is essential—Menopausal Hormone Therapy is not one-size-fits-all
Progyny’s whole-woman approach connects preconception, fertility, parenting, and menopause care
Workplace advocacy can break stigma and improve care pathways for women
Timestamps
00:00 Intro and overview of menopause awareness
05:23 How to get started with Progyny
08:45 How menopause affects the whole woman
13:10 Progyny’s integrated approach and personalized care strategies
19:50 How IUDs can help those dealing with perimenopause
23:53 What to expect when starting Hormone Replacement Therapy
35:50 How progyny is bridging the gap to ensure treatment for women’s health
42:50 Differences on how society handles menopause across the world
45:40 Progyny’s 2025 Menopause Awareness Month Initiative
Key Takeaways (5 Items)
Menopause is more than hot flashes—it impacts mental, physical, and emotional health
Few doctors receive specialized menopause training; Progyny fills this gap
Every menopause experience is unique; care must be personalized
Progyny supports women across all stages—from preconception to menopause
Workplace advocacy improves care and breaks stigma for women everywhere
Guest Bio
Dr. Janet M. Choi is a double board-certified reproductive endocrinologist and OB/GYN and serves as the Chief Medical Officer at Progyny, where she drives clinical strategy to ensure members receive the highest quality care in family building and women's health. A Menopause Society Certified Practitioner (MSCP), Dr. Choi emphasizes that menopause is far more than hormone replacement therapy—it impacts mental health, sleep, cognition, and long-term wellbeing. She has written, published, and lectured extensively on infertility, oncofertility, and fertility preservation, and is recognized by New York Magazine, Castle Connolly, and Super Doctors as a top physician.
Links:
🌐 Progyny – Integrated care for fertility, parenting, and menopause
Menopause Awareness Month 2025 – upcoming resources for women (COMING SOON)
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