Women’s Health Medical Devices (For Pelvic Health)

Available for Interviews: 
Dr. Karyn Eilber, Dr. Jennifer Anger, or Dr. Victoria Scott

Interview one or all of the “Down There Doctors.” Dr. Eilber, Dr. Anger, and Dr. Scott are a team of urogynecologists and a powerful resource for all things people are generally hesitant to discuss. They are also the authors of the newly released book, A Woman’s Guide to Her Pelvic Floor: What the F*@# Is Going on Down There?

What the Doctors Can Say about
Hormone Replacement Therapy:

It seems like the only attention medical devices for women gets is negative: silicone breast implants, vaginal mesh, and morcellation. So are there any medical devices for women that are good? Yes! And many are for women’s pelvic health. 

  • First of all, it’s worth noting that while silicone implants, mesh, and morcellation have received negative publicity, these are all still available for women because, when used appropriately, they have helped many women.

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Doctors Share Myths & Tips for Treating Menopause

Available for Interviews: 
Dr. Karyn Eilber, Dr. Jennifer Anger, Dr. Victoria Scott

Interview one or all of the “Down There Doctors.” Dr. Eilber, Dr. Anger, and Dr. Scott are a team of urogynecologists and a powerful resource for all things people are generally hesitant to discuss. They are also the authors of the newly released book, A Woman’s Guide to Her Pelvic Floor: What the F*@# Is Going on Down There?

What the Doctors Can Say about
the Latest in Women’s Health:

Myths of Menopause

 1) Hormone replacement therapy is dangerous. The risks are actually very low, and hormones can be very effective in managing symptoms of menopause.

 2) Menopause will affect one’s memory and mood. Although hot flashes and symptoms of menopause can impact one’s mood, menopause does not cause depression. Similarly, memory loss can occur with aging, but not menopause.

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The US Diet Is Deadly. Here Are 6 Ways We Can Combat This Epidemic

Available for Interviews: Dr. Franchell Hamilton

Dr. Franchell Hamilton, MD, FACS, FASMBS, FOMA, is the Founder of NeuroSwitch™ Weigh Loss–a place for people to receive treatments ranging from bariatric surgery and medical weight loss to hormone therapy. Dr. Hamiltion recently released Curiosity is the Best Weight Loss Medicine: Observations from a Bariatric Surgeon. 

What Dr. Hamilton could say on
The American Diet Epidemic:

The standard American diet is disheartening and consists mainly of processed food originally meant to be able to last longer during the Industrial Revolution.

    • Diet-related deaths in the US outrank deaths from smoking.
    • Half of US deaths are from heart disease.
    • Dietary risks were responsible for 11 million deaths over a period of time, according to some studies.

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Preventing Ovarian Cancer: Should Women Consider Removing Their Fallopian Tubes?

Available for Interviews: 
Dr. Karyn Eilber, Dr. Jennifer Anger, Dr. Victoria Scott

Interview one or all of the “Down There Doctors.” Dr. Eilber, Dr. Anger, and Dr. Scott are a team of urogynecologists and a powerful resource for all things people are generally hesitant to discuss. They are also the authors of the newly released book, A Woman’s Guide to Her Pelvic Floor: What the F*@# Is Going on Down There?

What the Doctors Can Say about Preventing Ovarian Cancer
and Benefits of Removing the Fallopian Tubes:

    • It would stand to reason that ovarian cancer starts in the ovary, but in fact, most ovarian cancers start in the fallopian tubes.
    • Currently, there is no effective screening test for ovarian cancer. 

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How to Make Exercise Less Miserable and More Enjoyable

Available for Interviews: Dr. Mimi Secor

Dr. Mimi Secor DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP, FAAN, is a board-certified Nurse Practitioner specializing in Women’s Health for over 40 years. She is a sought-after national speaker and consultant has been featured in numerous local and national media outlets. Dr. Mimi is also a fitness and health advocate, and is passionate about helping women to lose weight and feel great, and is the author of the newest book,  Healthy & Fit at Any Age: A Guide to Creating Mindset, Nutrition, and Exercise Habits for Busy Women.

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Tips to Enjoy Exercise More: 

    • Select activities you enjoy. You are much more likely to maintain an exercise program if you enjoy the activity. Do you like walking, swimming, riding a bike, working out at a gym, or working out at home? To start, maybe try walking around the block. Notice everything as a sensory experience; nature, bird sounds, flowers, anything, everything. This will take your mind off the exercise/activity. This approach works like magic for me. You can also dance to music in your home. Rethinking your approach to exercise will definitely help get you started.

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Hormone Replacement Therapy

Available for Interviews: 
Dr. Karyn Eilber, Dr. Jennifer Anger, or Dr. Victoria Scott

Interview one or all of the “Down There Doctors.” Dr. Eilber, Dr. Anger, and Dr. Scott are a team of urogynecologists and a powerful resource for all things people are generally hesitant to discuss. They are also the authors of the newly released book, A Woman’s Guide to Her Pelvic Floor: What the F*@# Is Going on Down There?

What the Doctors Can Say about
Hormone Replacement Therapy:

Many women are afraid of taking hormone replacement therapy for menopause because of the fear that it could cause cancer and heart attack. However, the evidence from the Women’s Health Initiative, which followed 27,000 women who were randomized to placebo vs. hormone replacement for over five years, demonstrated that this was not the case. 

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Which Supplements are Good for Which Age?

Available for Interviews: 
Dr. Karyn Eilber, Dr. Jennifer Anger, Dr. Victoria Scott

Interview one or all of the “Down There Doctors.” Dr. Eilber, Dr. Anger, and Dr. Scott are a team of urogynecologists and a powerful resource for all things people are generally hesitant to discuss. They are also the authors of the newly released book, A Woman’s Guide to Her Pelvic Floor: What the F*@# Is Going on Down There?

What the Doctors Can Say about
Supplements:

When it comes to women’s health, it’s easiest (and most logical!) to choose supplements based on hormonal status rather than age: pubertal, pregnant, perimenopausal, or menopausal.

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Menopause and Sleep: How Women Can Get Better Rest

Available for Interviews: 
Dr. Karyn Eilber, Dr. Jennifer Anger, Dr. Victoria Scott

Interview one or all of the “Down There Doctors.” Dr. Eilber, Dr. Anger, and Dr. Scott are a team of urogynecologists and a powerful resource for all things people are generally hesitant to discuss. They are also the authors of the newly released book, A Woman’s Guide to Her Pelvic Floor: What the F*@# Is Going on Down There?

What the Doctors Can Say about
Menopausal Women & Sleep:

 1. Difficulty sleeping (insomnia) is one of the most common issues experienced by women during perimenopause and menopause.

 2. The prevalence of sleep disorders for women during perimenopause and menopause is up to 47%.

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Watchful Waiting Doesn’t Work: Recent Obesity Treatment Guidelines for Children & Teens

Available for Interviews: Dr. Franchell Hamilton

Dr. Franchell Hamilton, MD, FACS, FASMBS, FOMA, is the Founder of NeuroSwitch™ Weigh Loss–a place for people to receive treatments ranging from bariatric surgery and medical weight loss to hormone therapy. Dr. Hamiltion is also the author of two books; Transformation Is a Mindset: The Journey to Changing Your Input and Your World and And the Best Diet Is . . . .

What Dr. Hamilton could say on
How Emotions Play a Role in :

    • New! Updated obesity treatment guidelines for children and teens include behavioral therapy, lifestyle changes (for the whole family), medications, and surgery (for some) young people.
        • The American Academy of Pediatrics says more than 14.4 million children and teens live with obesity. Children who are overweight or obese are at higher risk for asthma, sleep apnea, bone & joint problems, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease, according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

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Why Do Some Women Pee When They Laugh?

Available for Interviews: 
Dr. Karyn Eilber, Dr. Jennifer Anger, Dr. Victoria Scott

Interview one or all of the “Down There Doctors.” Dr. Eilber, Dr. Anger, and Dr. Scott are a team of urogynecologists and a powerful resource for all things people are generally hesitant to discuss. They are also the authors of the newly released book, A Woman’s Guide to Her Pelvic Floor: What the F*@# Is Going on Down There?

What the Doctors Can Say about
the Importance of Kegal Exercises:

Kegel exercises, which are also called pelvic floor exercises, can strengthen the pelvic floor muscles by supporting the organs in the pelvis, like your bladder, bowel, and vagina, and assist in various bodily functions.

    • Kegel Exercises really are important: The tighter and stronger, the better. While a strong pelvic floor is very important for supporting your pelvic organs and preventing accidental loss of urine, stool, and gas, ensuring you know how to relax your pelvic floor is equally important! Know how to do your kegel exercises, but also how to use diaphragmatic breathing to relax it.

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