Why Do Some Women Have Sex When They Don’t Feel Desire? Understanding the New Research on “Mercy Sex” Sexual health is an important part of overall well-being, yet it’s one of the least discussed topics… Read More »
Noticing changes in your sex drive while on a GLP-1 medication? You’re not imagining it, and you’re definitely not alone. GLP-1 medications like semaglutide and tirzepatide, commonly prescribed for weight loss and type 2 diabetes,… Read More »
Women’s sexual health has long been an underrepresented area in both clinical research and treatment innovation. While many therapies exist for men, women experiencing arousal challenges often face limited options, limited awareness, and limited support…. Read More »
IntimMedicine Specialists is proud to share this episode of The Brilliant Body Podcast with Ali Mezey, featuring our own Dr. James A. Simon, widely known as The Menopause Whisperer. In this deep and… Read More »
Dr. James Simon Speaks at FDA Panel: Advocating for Women’s Health and Accurate Labeling of Low-Dose Vaginal Estrogen Products At a recent FDA panel, nationally recognized women’s health expert Dr. James Simon of IntimMedicine Specialists… Read More »
Female Sexual Dysfunction (FSD) is a common yet often misunderstood condition that affects millions of women worldwide. In a recent enlightening lecture, two esteemed experts, Dr. James A. Simon and Professor Sharon Parish, shared invaluable… Read More »
Menopause care is evolving, and 2024 brought significant advancements in hormone therapy and women’s health care. In this video, Dr. Jim Simon of IntimMedicine Specialists highlights the latest research on hormone therapy, cognitive health,… Read More »
Did you know that unlike any other species, women live decades beyond their reproductive years? Women deserve to embrace a vibrant, energetic, and sexually fulfilling life that lasts well into their 70s, 80s, and beyond…. Read More »
In this episode of LymphaCure, Dr. James Simon, a highly esteemed gynecologist and reproductive endocrinologist, discusses critical gaps in menopause education. Despite living in the 21st century, many women remain unaware of menopause until they… Read More »
https://intimmedicine.com/contact-us/ The Menopause Society meeting was the largest ever, reflecting growing interest in menopause treatments. The focus was on the psychosocial and psychological aspects of menopause, including mood changes and sleep disturbances. Dr. Simon presented… Read More »
GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) agonists and related medications, originally developed for the treatment of type 2 diabetes, have gained significant attention for their efficacy in promoting weight loss. Medications such as semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy), tirzepatide (Mounjaro,… Read More »
In this video, Dr. Simon addresses the “estrogen dilemma.” He presents eye-opening facts that challenge the misconceptions surrounding hormone replacement therapy. In this interview on 2ndAct TV with host, Silke Schwarzkopf, they also discuss how… Read More »
The Drive for Food The drive for food, or hunger, is primarily a survival mechanism. It ensures that organisms, including humans, acquire the necessary nutrients and energy to sustain bodily functions, grow, and repair tissues…. Read More »
A Concept on the Interplay of Desire for Sex and Food in the Brain Introduction The Masturbation Diet is a fanciful way of describing the highly evolved balance in humans between the desire for and… Read More »
Shifren JL, Braunstein GD, Simon JA, Casson PR, Buster JE, Redmond GP, Burki RE, Ginsburg ES, Rosen RC, Leiblum SR, Caramelli KE, Mazer NA. Transdermal testosterone treatment in women with impaired sexual function after oophorectomy…. Read More »
Menopause, a natural biological process marking the end of a woman’s menstrual cycle, is often accompanied by a range of physical and emotional symptoms due to hormonal changes. Among the various treatment options available, testosterone… Read More »
In this video, Dr. Simon, is interviewed by Andrea Donsky, Nutritionist, Research and Menopause Educator, and Co-Founder of We Are Morphus. The interview addresses women’s sexual health, covering the impact of hormonal changes on libido,… Read More »
In a recent article, Hot Flash Drug Succeeds in Two Pivotal Trials, published on the www.medpagetoday.com website, the novel non-hormonal treatment, elinzanetant, is discussed. It has shown significant success in alleviating hot flashes in postmenopausal women… Read More »
Join Dr. James Simon, the globally recognized Women’s Sexual Health Expert, as he dispels myths and sheds light on the truth about sex after 50. In this insightful video, Dr. Simon addresses the common belief… Read More »
An important message from my assistant and practice manager: Hello, my name is Barbara Gallagher. Most of you probably don’t know me, I am the behind-the-scenes person that tends to Dr. Simon’s business and consulting… Read More »
In this eye-opening video, we delve into the controversial claims made by Gwyneth Paltrow, renowned actress and founder of the GOOP wellness brand. The discussion revolves around the questionable effectiveness of her products and personal… Read More »
It is well known that erectile dysfunction (ED) increases in prevalence and severity as men* age. Approximately 50% of 50-year-old men have some symptoms of ED, increasing to 60% of 60-year-old men, 70% of 70-year-old… Read More »
Neither men nor women have to orgasm to experience pleasure during sexual intercourse. Communication is the key to discussing sexual pain and dysfunction with the partner. Women who have a low libido can get FDA-approved… Read More »
Dr. James Simon discusses the importance of sexual health during menopause and encourages clinicians to open up the conversation with patients. He discusses several treatment options and resources with Dr. Marla Shapiro. Dr. Marla Shapiro:… Read More »
The World’s most significant recent public health crisis is the COVID-19 pandemic. The pandemic resulted in an estimated 90 million COVID-19 cases, and more than a million COVID deaths in the US. New highly transmissible… Read More »
Is penetration ever painful for you? Whether it’s with fingers, toys, or penises, you’re not alone: An estimated 50% of menopausal women with sexually active partners experience pain during vaginal penetration. And that’s just women… Read More »
Hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD), which affects about 10% of women in the United States, is defined as the persistent or recurrent deficiency or absence of sexual desire accompanied by personal distress. There are treatments… Read More »
There is so much misconception about hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and menopause. I was recently featured on #justASK, a healthcare podcast dedicated to providing evidenced-based information from a team of sexual health experts. #justASK is… Read More »
Debunking Myths About Intimacy and Aging
How many times have you shuddered the moment someone mentions your parents or your grandparents having sex? As a doctor specializing in sexual health, I’ve seen that inevitable gasp time and time again. The mere… Read More »
Illustration by Lori Malépart-Traversy Women have the only organ in the human body exclusively dedicated to pleasure: the clitoris! This humorous, brief documentary gives an illustrated and educational history of the clitoris; it also reveals something very… Read More »
Actress Gwyneth Paltrow, founder of the wellness and lifestyle brand goop®, recently launched a new “sexual health supplement” marketed under the name DTF. According to advertisements, this product is intended to “support women’s sexual desire, arousal, and mood.” We believe this claim to be an example of a misleading campaign marketed to consumers that is unsupported by scientific evidence.
Back in April 2020, an article in the Journal of Women’s Health prompted me to think about the differences between men and women’s life and death responses to COVID-19. That article illustrated what we’ve heard… Read More »
