There is a dire need in Australia to find more effective ways to support women experiencing medically induced menopause due to cancer treatments, preventative surgeries or other medically required procedures or medication, which can induce menopause. Often, this challenge presents itself when women are working and caring for their family( including parents). If not appropriately supported, this results in serious physical, emotional and mental health issues.

Inherited Cancers Australia's recent report revealed more than three-quarters (76%) of respondents who had undergone tube or ovary removal for cancer treatment or risk reduction had not accessed a menopause specialist, with many unaware that such support was even available.

Medically induced menopause can be caused by:

• Surgical removal of the ovaries (known as oophorectomy)

• Chemotherapy

• Radiation therapy to the pelvic area

• Medical menopause where hormone production is shut down with medicine, such as Lupron or Zoladex.

• Removal of the uterus (hysterectomy)may speed up the decline of the ovaries leading to menopause.

Common symptoms include hot flushes (day and night) painful sexual intercourse, brain fog, mood changes (including irritability), and urine symptoms. Women are at increased long-term health risks, such as osteoporosis and cardio/cerebrovascular disease ie heart attacks and strokes.

Menopause support

We have a team of menopause coaches working with us, who can help to provide you with the guidance you need to get through this challenging time - Dr Sharmila Kumar, Claire Kelly and Katie Young. They can assist you with one-on-one consultations in person or via Zoom. They all champion healthy lifestyle choices in the Peri/menopause transition which when personalised (with knowledge) and actioned  is the best way to age healthily. Don't we all want that !

About Sharmila

Sharmila is the director of Menopause, My Way.  Her approach to peri/menopause is holistic, including nonhormonal ( lifestyle)  and hormonal methods of management.

Dr Kumar is an AMS doctor (Australasian Menopause Doctor) and licensed Champion of Menopause Experts Group (UK). One of her passions is to increase community awareness  of peri/menopause.

To Book: Dr Sharmila Kumar is available for menopause consultations at Waitara Family Medical Practice, 1/75-77 Pacific Highway, Waitara NSW, 2077.  Please book online or by ringing (02)80381070.Consultations can be either face to face or via telehealth. 

email :[email protected] and follow her on FB: Menopause, My Way

About Claire

Claire is a very well regarded and highly skilled nurse consultant, educator, and health and wellness coach, specialising in oncology/cancer and peri/menopause wellness. She has an extensive background in practice, education and training, program development and care coordination - working with women, workplaces and health professionals to support them with their unique menopause, cancer and midlife health needs.

Claire also works as a menopause trainer for various organisations including Corporate Wellness Solutions.

To arrange a booking please refer to: www.middlehealth.com.au

About Katie

Katie is a certified menopause support coach and founder of The Mid Shift, who can be booked for face to face or online coaching support. With a background in psychology, mental health, pharmaceuticals and crisis support, Katie offers specialised one-on-one, or small group support for her clients to assist with their holistic wellness during their midlife.

To arrange a booking please refer to:www.midshift.com