Advisory Board

ADVISORY BOARD - THE MENOPAUSE ASSOCIATION

Our Advisory Board Members are unique providers and professionals who are dedicated to helping women as they journey through the second phase of their life. They are regular contributors to the resources available on our educational website, RedefiningMenopause.com, and are often cited in articles written by our editorial staff. Their wisdom and insight is invaluable for women seeking information related to menopause, anti-aging, regenerative medicine, and improving their health, wellness, and lifestyle.

Dr. Charles Runels, Advisory Board of Menopause Association

Dr. Charles Runels

Cellular Medicine Association

Charles Runels, MD is the medical director of the Cellular Medicine Association. His innovative approach to sexual health made him a sought-after practitioner and lecturer in the fields of regenerative medicine, anti-aging, aesthetics, and sexual wellness.

Dr. George Ibrahim, Advisory Board of Menopause Association

Dr. George K. Ibrahim

Biltmore Restorative Medicine

Dr. George Ibrahim is a a graduate of Duke University’s School of Medicine and Davidson College. He is a board-certified Urologist and has completed a fellowship in Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine.

Dr. Julian Robert Gershon

Aspen Institute for Anti-Aging & Regenerative Medicine

Dr. Gershon is triple-board-certified in family medicine, sports medicine, and anti-aging and regenerative medicine. He also holds a fellowship in Stem Cell therapy awarded by the American Academy of Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine. Over the course of his career, he has been involved with treating numerous sports teams, including serving as the team physician at the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta, Georgia

Dr. Alex Runnels

The Scarlett Phoenix

Dr. Alexandra Runnels is a Board Certified. OB/GYN in San Antonio, TX. She is a Cajun at heart, growing up in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, but has called Texas home since beginning her medical training in 1995.

Donna White

BHRT Training Academy

Donna White is the founder of The BHRT Training Academy and author of the book, The Hormone Makeover – 4 Steps to Four Steps to Conquer PMS or Menopause with Bioidentical Hormones.

Jeff Goldstein PA-C, Advisory Board of Menopause Association

Jeff Goldstein - PA-C

Elite Medical Spa

Jeff double majored in Biology and Chemistry with an Undergraduate Degree from Elmhurst College. Jeff went on to obtain his Physician Assistant Graduate Degree from Midwestern University. 

Dr. Kelly G. Burkenstock, Advisory Board of Menopause Association

Dr. Kelly G. Burkenstock

Skin Body Health

Dr. Burkenstock’s skills as an Internal Medicine physician and her alternative medicine training through a fellowship in Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine combine with her warm, assuring nature to offer patients a rare mix.

Dr. Taylor Love

Biltmore Restorative Medicine

As the daughter of Dr. George Ibrahim, she has been fortunate enough to witness the magic of Restorative Medicine since the inauguration of Biltmore Restorative back in 2013. 

Dr. Roxanna Villarreal Doucet, Advisory Board of Menopause Association

Dr. Roxanna Villarreal Doucet

Doucet Med Spa

Dr. “Roxie” Doucet graduated from the University of Texas with her B.S. in Nursing and went on to receive her Medical Degree from the University of Texas Health Sciences Center in San Antonio. She completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Justin Kohll, R.Ph.

Preventative Medicine Clinic

Justin started working in the Kohll family business at age 7. He is proud to be a third generation Kohll family Pharmacist. In 1979, Justin was recruited to join the University of Nebraska swim team. After three years of swimming for UNL, he transferred to Creighton University Pharmacy School. 

Dr. Gina Mantor, Advisory Board of Menopause Association

Dr. Gina Mantor

Dr. Mantor's Wrinkle and Weight Solutions

Located in Columbus Ohio, Dr. Mantor is Board Certified in Internal Medicine and also board Certified by the American Board of Obesity Medicine (ABOM) as an ABOM diplomate.

Joshua Englin LNHA, Advisory Board of Menopause Association

Joshua Englin - LNHA

Elite Medical Spa

Joshua obtained his Bachelors in Healthcare Administration from SouthWest Florida College. From there, he continued his education through an internship, becoming a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator.

Rich Vecellio PA-C, Advisory Board of Menopause Association

Rich Vecellio - PA-C

Lake Norman Aesthetics

Owner and operator of Lake Norman Aesthetics, a concierge medical spa and laser center, located in Davidson, NC. He is a graduate of Wake Forest University Physician Assistant program and has over 20 years of experience in Emergency Medicine. 

Dr. Jefferey Picirillo​​

RegenOcala​​

Dr. Piccirillo went on to complete his specialty training at the Chicago Osteopathic Medical Center in Orthopedic Surgery where he received multiple awards and honors including Outstanding Chief Resident and Resident of the Year. 

Julie E Health

Julie E Health

Julie E, MPH, RD, is an accomplished nutritionist and functional medicine expert with both a passion and over 30 years experience in helping people improve their health. Don’t let the titles fool you, Julie is not your conventional nutritionist.
Dr. Richard Rolle Jr, Advisory Board of Menopause Association

Dr. Richard Rolle Jr

Rolle Oral & Facial Surgery

Oral surgeon Dr. Richard Rolle has worked extensively with some of the leading pioneers of the Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery specialty at many Level I & II Trauma hospitals across the country and affiliated with multiple surgical and dental societies.

Dr. Shamsah Amersi

Shamsah Amersi

Dr. Shamsah Amersi is one of the country’s leading and most recognized Ob-Gyns. She graduated in the top 1% of her medical school UCSF, ranked number three in the world for the best medical school.

Sarah Teeple

Certified Holistic Health Counselor + Ayurvedic Nutrition Coach

I’m passionate about helping people reunite with their miraculous bodies, and reclaim their joy, freedom and vitality in the process. Because what this world needs, is more people who have come fully alive.

Dr. Julia Montgomer

Doctor of Nursing Practice, Family Nurse Practitioner

Julia Montgomery,  Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner and founder of Venture Wellness brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to enhancing wellness and preventing chronic disease through holistic care.

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