The September 2026 FDA workshop on testosterone use in menopausal women provided an important opportunity to bring scientific evidence, clinical experience, and patient needs into the regulatory conversation. Dr. James Simon, Medical Director of IntimMedicine… Read More »
Menopause hormone therapy continues to evolve, giving women more options for personalized treatment. Understanding the differences between hormones, formulations, delivery methods, and individual risk factors can help women and their healthcare providers make informed… Read More »
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 »
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 »
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 »
Catching Cancer in Patients with Lynch Syndrome Does your patient have cancer in their family history? If they have Lynch Syndrome, a simple screening can catch cancer before it’s too late. It’s easy to merely… Read More »
As the number of postmenopausal women continues to grow — reaching an estimated 1 billion worldwide — patients might believe that doctors have a good sense of the full range of menopausal symptoms and how… Read More »
Women have the only organ in the human body exclusively dedicated to pleasure: the clitoris! This humorous brief documentary educates people and reveals something very telling: the clitoris has been ignored and hidden—by society, medical… Read More »
For women going through the menopausal transition, there’s no better discovery than a safe, natural, nonhormonal treatment for hot flash relief that really works. So a study just presented at the annual scientific meeting… Read More »
Approximately 1 in 10 women suffer from polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). And in my practice, I work with many women who are navigating the side effects, causes, and complications of PCOS. I thought I’d take… Read More »
Menopause: There’s An App For That
It’s no secret that tracking, much less managing, symptoms of menopause can be a daunting challenge. Now, there’s an app that may help women get a handle on their most common symptoms and even help… Read More »
IUDs: The Most Effective Form of Birth Control
The intrauterine device (IUD) is one of the most effective forms of birth control on the market, but only nine percent of women of childbearing age in the U.S. use it. Changing that rate, however, is… Read More »
It’s Time We Even the Score Because #WomenDeserve More
Hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD) affects 1 in 10 American women. HSDD is a biological lack of desire to have sex, and it is the most common sexual complaint among women. While men have the… Read More »
You’ve come a long way baby, or have you?
Are you reluctant to discuss sexual health issues with your doctor? If you answered “yes” to this question, you’re not alone. All too often, women avoid bringing up sexual health difficulties due to embarrassment, fear… Read More »
September is gynecological cancer awareness month
Next month, the media will be buzzing with news and information about breast cancer. But did you know each year in the United States approximately 71,500 women are diagnosed with gynecological cancers and 26,500 women… Read More »
It’s time to improve awareness about vulvovaginal atrophy treatments
Vulvovaginal atrophy (VVA) is a common medical condition in which the vaginal walls thin and become dry due to decreasing estrogen levels usually associated with menopause. One of the chief complaints associated with this condition… Read More »
New hormone offers promising results for couples trying to conceive
New hormone offers promising results for couples trying to conceive British researchers reported that a naturally occurring hormone called kisspeptin could be used to stimulate egg maturation in women requiring in vitro fertilization (IVF). The… Read More »
High Cholesterol, Trouble Conceiving May Go Hand in Hand
A new study, published last month in The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism, indicates that couples with high cholesterol levels may have more trouble conceiving than couples with normal levels of cholesterol. The study,… Read More »
Flibanserin on Nightline
Did you see Flibanserin on Nightline? If not, be sure to read more about the little pink pill, Flibanserin, and its struggle to get approved by FDA. Interested in women’s sexual health? Contact us for… Read More »
Tips for Talking About Sex with Your DoctorAs taboo, stigma-filled or embarrassing as it may seem, talking with your doctor about sex is an important part of your health. It’s normal to have these feelings of embarrassment or to be hesitant, but… Read More »
The Facts and Myths About FertilityOnce people find out you’re getting ready to hop on the baby train, you’ll get a never-ending stream of advice – whether you asked for it or not. I work with numerous women struggling with… Read More »
When Sex Hurts: Is Vulvar Vestibulitis to Blame?Women who experience significant pain during sex may be suffering from vulvar vestibulitis, a type of vulvodynia. Vulvar vestibulitis is an inflammation of the vaginal vestibule, or the entrance to the vagina. Any type of… Read More »
BrisdelleMenopausal women who suffer from a common physical problem – so common it may impact 80 percent of them – will soon have a safer treatment to consider. And I’m proud and humbled to have… Read More »
50 Shades of Play(Role) Play it Safe with Open Communication Everyone is once again buzzing about the popular erotic novel, “Fifty Shades of Grey.” This time, people are talking about a recent study that’s reignited debate on whether… Read More »
