“People ultimately have to take responsibility for their healthcare choices and everything is evolving. What seemed to work 20 years ago may no longer be applicable today. So you gotta always stay up with the times.”
–Felice Gersh, MD
Felice Gersh, MD is a multi-award winning physician with dual board certifications in OB-GYN and Integrative Medicine. She is the founder and director of the Integrative Medical Group of Irvine, a practice that provides comprehensive health care for women by combining the best evidence-based therapies from conventional, naturopathic, and holistic medicine.
She taught obstetrics and gynecology at Keck USC School of Medicine for 12 years as an Assistant Clinical Professor. She now serves as an Affiliate Faculty Member at the Fellowship in Integrative Medicine, through the University of Arizona School of Medicine. Felice Gersh, M.D. is the bestselling author of PCOS SOS and the PCOS SOS Fertility Fast Track, and her newest book, Menopause: 50 Things You Need to Know. She has also had numerous scientific articles published in peer-reviewed medical journals. She is a prolific lecturer and has been featured in several films and documentary series.
In today’s episode, Dr. Gershan answers your questions on bio-identical hormones. There is so much misinformation on this topic. Make sure to listen and learn how you can safely use bio-identical hormones for better bone and overall health.
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Timestamps
[04:17] Bio-Indenticals and How They Can Be Used in a Bone Rebuilding Plan
[15:42] Birth Control and Its Impact on Bone Health
[27:46] Are There Identified Risks of Heart Attack from Estradiol
[44:54] Fracture and Estrogen
[56:30] How You Can Work With Felice Gersh, MD
Lastly, in case you missed it, check out last week’s podcast:
Episode #194 | Your Osteoporosis Questions Answered
DISCLAIMER – The information presented on this podcast should not be construed as medical advice. It is not intended to replace consultation with your physician or healthcare provider. The ideas shared on this podcast are the expressed opinions of the guests and do not always reflect those of Margie Bissinger and Happy Bones, Happy Life Podcast.
