Health By Heather Hirsch

Heather Hirsch

Menopause

Women's Health

Hormone Replacement Therapy

Hormone Therapy

Perimenopause

Breast Cancer

Cardiovascular Disease

Obesity Medicine

The Lancet

Estrogen

Nutrition

Weight Loss

Telemedicine

Sleep

Hormones

Progesterone

Brain Fog

Women's Health Research

Oncology

HRT (hormone Replacement Therapy)

Confused about what to expect in midlife? Wondering how to treat mysterious symptoms like night sweats or stubborn weight gain? I got you. Welcome to my podcast, where I give you the straight tea on everything from painful sex to heart health. I’m Dr. Heather Hirsch, a board-certified internist, accredited menopause specialist, founder of the menopause clinic at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, and f... more

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Publishes	Twice monthly	Episodes	274	Founded	8 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	MedicineHealth & Fitness

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259: Ask Me Anything: Hormone Therapy Q&A

This is a special Ask Me Anything episode where I answer real questions from my followers and subscribers about Hormone Replacement Therapy.If you’ve ever wondered:• Why isn’t my HRT working?• Should I adjust my estrogen dose?• Is progesterone causin... more

27 Feb 2026 • 36 min

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258. Why I Finally Wrote a Book About Perimenopause

Why I Finally Wrote a Book About Perimenopause // In this video, I share the real reason I wrote my perimenopause book and why women in their 30s and 40s deserve better information about what’s happening to their bodies. After years of treating patie... more

23 Feb 2026 • 28 min

257. HRT in Your 60s, 70s, or 80s? Yes, It’s Still an Option

HRT in Your 60s, 70s, or 80s? Yes, It’s Still an Option //

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4 Feb 2026 • 25 min

256. Longevity 101 with Dr. Poonam Desai

Longevity 101 with Dr. Poonam Desai //

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27 Jan 2026 • 32 min

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Episode: 250. The New Era of Weight loss Medications With Dr. Alexandra Sowa

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Episode: 249. Early and surgical menopause, with Dr. Menn

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Episode: 247. The Menopause Moment and FDA panel with Dr. Kelly Casperson

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Episode: 235. Project Happiness, with Author and philosopher Stephanie Harrison

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Dr. Heather Hirsch

A board-certified internist and accredited menopause specialist, Dr. Heather Hirsch founded the menopause clinic at Brigham and Women's Hospital and has experience as faculty at Harvard Medical School. She is passionate about educating women on the complexities of midlife health, with a focus on hormone management and wellness.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 322 ratings

Great podcast, great doc!
So grateful for Dr Heather Hirsch and her podcast and social media presence educating us middle aged ladies. My favorite thing about her is that she is always positive and optimistic and takes the “doom and gloom” one of hormone change. Forever a listener of this podcast. ❤️
Apple Podcasts
5
Jsnieder
United States2 months ago
Awesome and well educated Dr!
I love listening to Dr. Heather Hirsch, she puts all of the information into understandable content, and I really appreciate her! I also took her prescriber course for practitioners like doctors, NPs, PAs and it was a fabulous course and I highly recommend that! Her content has made me feel comfortable prescribing HRT!
Apple Podcasts
5
Christina Stauber
United States5 months ago
Lots of “Plugs”
In a field with very few experts, we need more people who want to genuinely help. I’m appreciative for the information, but I’m unsettled by how many plugs she’s always doing for her products, books, classes, etc… sure, she’s got to make a living, but people who really care don’t make you feel like their your only option for help.
Apple Podcasts
3
LittleNatalie
United States6 months ago
Good
The topics are great! But I think the speaker jumps from topic to topic, a
jokes in between, that it makes it confusing to follow her or to get clear information.
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3
Soldemadrugada
Germany9 months ago
Just what I needed to hear! Thanks!
Heather is so fun. She gives it to you straight! Wealth of information.
Apple Podcasts
5
Chloeruns67
United States9 months ago

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Many find the host relatable, engaging, and knowledgeable, making complex medical discussions more accessible.

Listeners express gratitude for the support and educational resources, stating that it has empowered them to seek better healthcare options.

There are some critiques about the promotional content for courses and products, though overall sentiment remains positive regarding the content quality.

Listeners appreciate the in-depth and actionable health information provided, particularly in the areas of menopause and women's health.

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Apple Podcasts	#58	United States/Health & Fitness/Medicine
Apple Podcasts	#62	Canada/Health & Fitness/Medicine
Apple Podcasts	#106	Australia/Health & Fitness/Medicine
Apple Podcasts	#148	Philippines/Health & Fitness/Medicine
Apple Podcasts	#165	Belgium/Health & Fitness/Medicine
Apple Podcasts	#192	South Korea/Health & Fitness/Medicine

Talking Points

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259: Ask Me Anything: Hormone Therapy Q&A

Q: Natasha asks how to get clinicians to prescribe testosterone and whether she is a good candidate.

Testosterone can be beneficial for low libido, mood, brain fog, and joint pain in postmenopausal women when used transdermally at a tenth of a male dose; eligibility depends on overall hormone balance and absence of contraindications; clinicians should consult consensus guidelines and consider off-label use when appropriate.

259: Ask Me Anything: Hormone Therapy Q&A

Q: Rachel asks why her heavy bleeding continues on estradiol patch with progesterone and whether cycling can help.

Cycling progesterone can reduce continuous bleeding and create a predictable withdrawal bleed; if bleeding persists, consider decreasing estrogen, increasing progesterone, or trying an intrauterine device delivering progesterone; bleeding is common in perimenopause during HRT.

259: Ask Me Anything: Hormone Therapy Q&A

Q: Jen asks why she's absorbing less on a higher patch dose and whether switching to gel is equivalent.

Absorption and formulation differences mean patch and gel are not always equivalent; if nighttime symptoms worsen when switching, consider returning to the previous regimen and adjusting to a specific gel dose (e.g., 0.75 or 1.0 mg) or using gel at night for peak effect.

259: Ask Me Anything: Hormone Therapy Q&A

Q: Patricia Wright asks about adjusting her estrogen patch dose and progesterone for sleep in the context of osteopenia and sleep disruption.

The clinician explains there is no strict age limit for patch dose, that higher doses do not inherently increase risks like clots or cancer, and suggests focusing on symptom control and overall well-being; increasing estrogen may help sleep, while progesterone adjustments depend on tolerability and absorption.

235. Project Happiness, with Author and philosopher Stephanie Harrison

Q: What do we know about happiness and finding?

Starting to name and notice how old happy culture affects us can facilitate the transition to new happy alternatives, grounding responses in connection and community.

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Focused on empowering women navigating midlife, a board-certified internist and menopause specialist discusses a spectrum of pertinent health topics including perimenopause, menopause, hormone therapy, and overall women's health. The content is rooted in a blend of personal experiences and professional insights, providing listeners with practical advice on managing symptoms and advocating for their health. Unique for its candid approach, the episodes often feature expert guests, who share their knowledge on related issues, fostering an informed community around often-taboo subjects in women's health.

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1. You Are Not Broken
2. The Hormone Solution | Perimenopause, Menopause, HRT, Weight Loss & Women's Midlife Health
3. Everyday Wellness: Midlife Hormones, Menopause, and Science for Women 35+
4. The Dr Vonda Show
5. BETTER! Muscle, Mobility, Metabolism & (Peri) Menopause with Dr. Stephanie

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