More Than Hormones: Menopause & Women's Sexual Health with Dr. Kelly Casperson

women still struggle to find the information and care they need.

Board-certified urologist, bestselling author and women's health advocate Dr. Kelly Casperson joins Dr. Melinda Ring to challenge longstanding misconceptions about menopause, hormones and healthy aging. They explore the evolving science of testosterone in women, the benefits and limitations of hormone therapy, and the ways gender bias continues to shape women's healthcare.

From understanding sexual desire to navigating treatment options and advocating for better care, Dr. Casperson offers a fresh perspective on how women can take a more informed, active role in their health and well-being at every stage of life.

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00:50 – Introduction: Rethinking menopause and women's health
02:15 – Dr. Casperson's journey from urologist to women's health advocate
04:24 – Gender bias and the dismissal of women's symptoms
06:12 – Why women are not broken
07:46 – Looking beyond hormones: The whole-person approach
10:44 – Why hormones cannot fix everything
13:05 – Changing the narrative around women and aging
15:02 – Healthy aging and hormone therapy after 60
19:42 – Testosterone's role in women's health
23:46 – Understanding the benefits and limitations of testosterone
28:26 – Why women lack FDA-approved testosterone options
32:00 – Hormone pellets: Benefits, risks and concerns
35:33 – Addressing undertreated genitourinary symptoms of menopause
37:34 – Hormone safety, regulations and access
39:30 – Rethinking sexual desire and intimacy in midlife
43:40 – Taking charge of your health and advocating for better care