Sleep is My Waking Passion
I am a fellowship-trained and Board Certified Sleep Medicine specialist, and chronic insomniac turned sleep biohacker, who is on a mission to empower my listeners to improve their sleep naturally. Season 2 will explore insomnia as a symptom of other deeper issues and sleep disorders. It is all about circadian misalignment, sleep apnea, rare central disorders of hypersomnia, and beyond. Wellness is about maintaining our health as long as possible, and maximizing our potential for restful sleep is a critical part of the equation. Have a listen!
Sleep is My Waking Passion
Menopause, Sleep, and the Power of Personalized Care: What Your Doctor Might Miss!
Board-certified OBGYN Dr. Meryl Kahan joins Dr. Kole for a candid, empowering conversation about the realities of women’s health, menopause, and why the traditional medical model often leaves women behind. Together, they break down the myths, the science, and the practical solutions for sleep and wellness at every stage of life.
Key Takeaways from the Episode:
- The Problem with the Traditional Model of Care for Women
- What Is Integrative Gynecology?
- Menopause vs. Perimenopause
- The Birth Control Confusion: Being on hormonal birth control can mask menopause symptoms and make hormone testing unreliable.
- Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
- Non-Hormonal Options for Menopause Management
- Sleep and Menopause
- The Power of Collaboration: Both doctors stress the value of a team approach—combining gynecology, sleep medicine, and patient-centered care to address the whole woman, not just her symptoms.
- Advocacy and Access: Dr. Kahan is expanding telehealth services and encourages women to seek out doctors who listen, understand, and are willing to dig deeper when it comes to their health concerns.
If you’re frustrated with vague answers or quick fixes, this episode will empower you to advocate for yourself and discover the transformative potential of personalized women’s health care.
Listen now to learn why your symptoms matter, how to get real answers, and what’s possible when doctors treat the whole woman—not just her chart!
