Expert Care for Perimenopause and Menopause

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Perimenopause (the transition to menopause) begin after age 35 and lasts about four to eight years for most women. It’s normal to experience symptoms like weight gain, sleep problems, night sweats, hot flashes, fatigue, brain fog, anxiety, mood changes and vaginal dryness. If these changes are negatively impacting your life, our menopause specialists can recommend lifestyle changes and medical treatments to help manage your symptoms.

Menopause occurs after 12 consecutive months without a period – at this point, you’re considered post-menopausal. You may still experience menopause symptoms that affect your emotional, physical and mental health during this time. We’re here to help. 

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Find Answers, Support and Relief for Perimenopause Symptoms

It’s important to have an experienced provider you can trust. Our menopause experts listen to your unique experience and work with you to create a personalized treatment plan that can be adjusted as your symptoms change.

From menopause hormone therapy (MHT) and hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to nutrition, exercise and sleep plans, our experts are focused on helping you feel your best, so you can enjoy all life has to offer.

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With online scheduling, connecting with a caring menopause specialist is easy. Select a location to schedule an appointment near you:

Southeast Michigan Locations

bugosh

Meghan Bugosh, MD

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5 out of 5 (164 ratings)

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kreske

Allison Kreske, MD

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4.8 out of 5 (215 ratings)

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long

G. Bridget Long, MD

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4.9 out of 5 (388 ratings)

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macardle

Catríona Macardle, MD

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4.9 out of 5 (289 ratings)

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muszynksi

Sara Muszynski, MD

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4.8 out of 5 (107 ratings)

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oneill

Jennifer O'Neill, DO

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4.9 out of 5 (208 ratings)

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Martha Walsh, MD

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westfall

Maureen Westfall, CNP

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4.9 out of 5 (356 ratings)

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alfieri

Cristina Alfieri, MD

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4.8 out of 5 (90 ratings)

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macdonald

Elizabeth MacDonald, CNP

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4.9 out of 5 (185 ratings)

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bernardoni

Katie Bernardoni, MD

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5 out of 5 (191 ratings)

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bolling

Katherine Bolling, CNM

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5 out of 5 (27 ratings)

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jones

Jody Jones, MD

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4.9 out of 5 (209 ratings)

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pipitone

Christine Pipitone, MD

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4.9 out of 5 (167 ratings)

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macardle

Catríona Macardle, MD

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4.9 out of 5 (289 ratings)

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hildur

Hildur Runarsdottir, DNP

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5 out of 5 (70 ratings)

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gates

Candice Gates, MD

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4.9 out of 5 (162 ratings)

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johnson

Timothy Johnson, MD

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4.9 out of 5 (169 ratings)

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archer

Susanne Archer, MD

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4.9 out of 5 (361 ratings)

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bugosh

Meghan Bugosh, MD

Provider ratings

5 out of 5 (164 ratings)

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kreske

Allison Kreske, MD

Provider ratings

4.8 out of 5 (215 ratings)

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long

G. Bridget Long, MD

Provider ratings

4.9 out of 5 (388 ratings)

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hagroo

Aabeen Hagroo, DO

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4.8 out of 5 (94 ratings)

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masters

Julie Masters, DO

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4.9 out of 5 (122 ratings)

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amoe

Emily Amoe, CNP

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4.8 out of 5 (229 ratings)

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mishkin

Grace Mishkin, CNP

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4.8 out of 5 (61 ratings)

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parker

Caitlin Parker, MD

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4.9 out of 5 (135 ratings)

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rujan

Anna Rujan, MD

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4.9 out of 5 (44 ratings)

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wahl

Heather Wahl, MD

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4.7 out of 5 (82 ratings)

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West Michigan Locations

Born

Kathryn Born, MD

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4.8 out of 5 (126 ratings)

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Forgue

Maggie Forgue, MD

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4.9 out of 5 (177 ratings)

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Gibbie

Jessica Gibbie, MD

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4.9 out of 5 (246 ratings)

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Starr

Theresa Starr, CNM

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4.6 out of 5 (105 ratings)

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Wiersema

Kelly Wiersema, MD

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4.9 out of 5 (28 ratings)

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betcher

Katherine Betcher, MD

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5 out of 5 (31 ratings)

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brazda

Caitlin Brazda, DO

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4.9 out of 5 (154 ratings)

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mccormick

Katherine McCormick, MD

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4.9 out of 5 (153 ratings)

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sikkenga

Ericka Sikkenga, DO

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4.9 out of 5 (217 ratings)

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spitzley

Josephine Spitzley, DO

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4.8 out of 5 (134 ratings)

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tryska

Karissa Tryska, DO

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4.8 out of 5 (69 ratings)

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verhey

Toni Verhey, FNP-C

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4.9 out of 5 (229 ratings)

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Commonly Asked Questions

Menopause Treatments fall into two main categories:

  • Lifestyle Changes: A personalized treatment plan focusing on lifestyle changes including a consistent sleep routine, protein-rich diet and drinking plenty of water can help with symptoms. 
  • Hormone Replacement Therapy: Also known as Menopause Hormone Therapy, this treatment typically involves a combination of estrogen and progesterone, which can be administered through a pill, skin patch, ring, gel, cream or spray to help control many common symptoms.
     

For most women younger than 60 or within about 10 years of menopause, the benefits of hormone therapy typically outweigh the risks. The risks associated with hormone therapy can vary based on age, health history, the type and dose of hormones and how they are taken.

For some women with certain medical conditions (hormone-sensitive cancers, a history of specific types of blood clots, stroke, or heart attack), hormone therapy may not be a good option.

Every patient is different, and individual risks and benefits should be discussed with a Trinity Health menopause specialist.

If you’re experiencing symptoms, it’s time to see a Trinity Health menopause specialist, who can evaluate your symptoms and health goals and provide a personalized treatment plan.