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Evidence-based articles on hormones, menopause, gynecology, aesthetic medicine, and integrative wellness — written by Dr. Monica Grover, D.O.

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Hormones

What Is Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT)?

Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) uses hormones chemically identical to those your body produces. Here's everything you need to know before your first consultation.

Dr. Monica Grover, D.O., Double Board Certified·7 min read·
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Hormones

Perimenopause vs. Menopause: Symptoms, Stages & What to Expect

Most women know about menopause, but perimenopause — the years leading up to it — often goes unrecognized. Here's a clear breakdown of both stages, the symptoms they cause, and how to get relief.

6 min read
Doctor consulting with a patient about PCOS and hormonal health
Gynecology

PCOS Symptoms, Diagnosis & Integrative Treatment: What Every Woman Should Know

PCOS is the most common hormonal disorder in women of reproductive age, yet it often goes undiagnosed for years. Here's what you need to know about its symptoms, root causes, and integrative treatment options.

8 min read
Medical professional administering aesthetic injectable treatment
Aesthetics

Your First Botox or Filler Appointment: What to Expect, Costs & Results

Botox and dermal fillers are among the most requested cosmetic treatments in the country. Here's an honest, physician-written guide to what happens at your first appointment and what results you can realistically expect.

6 min read
Women's health consultation for genitourinary syndrome of menopause
Gynecology

Vaginal Dryness After Menopause: Causes, Symptoms & Modern Treatments

Nearly half of postmenopausal women experience vaginal dryness, yet most never discuss it with their doctor. Here's why it happens, how it affects quality of life, and the treatments that actually work.

7 min read
Healthy food and weight management consultation for medical weight loss
Wellness

GLP-1 Medications for Weight Loss: Is Semaglutide or Tirzepatide Right for You?

GLP-1 receptor agonists are reshaping the treatment of obesity. Here's a physician's guide to semaglutide, tirzepatide, how these medications work, who's a good candidate, and what results to expect under medical supervision.

8 min read
Woman practicing mindfulness as part of an integrative health approach
Integrative Health

The Integrative Medicine Approach to Women's Health: Mind, Body & Hormones

Integrative medicine goes beyond treating symptoms — it seeks to understand and address the root causes of illness using the best of conventional and complementary approaches. Here's what that means for women's health.

6 min read
Woman experiencing the discomfort of menopausal hot flashes
Hormones

Hot Flashes & Night Sweats: Causes, Duration & How Hormone Therapy Helps

Hot flashes and night sweats — collectively called vasomotor symptoms — are the hallmark of menopause and among the most disruptive symptoms women experience. Here's what's happening in your body and how to find lasting relief.

6 min read

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