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On July 17, 2025, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) hosted a landmark expert panel to address longstanding controversies surrounding hormone replacement therapy (HRT)
Dr. Howard Hodis, professor of medicine and a landmark figure in cardiovascular research, delivered a thorough analysis of how HRT timing determines its effect profile.
Dr. Rachel S. Rubin, fellowship-trained urologist and sexual medicine expert, used her time to elevate the discussion around genital and urinary syndrome of menopause (GSM).
Mary Jane Minkin, MD, veteran OB/GYN and menopause educator, presented a comprehensive critique of the “one-size-fits-all” black box warning on estrogen therapies, focusing especially on
Dr. Kelly Casperson brought a unique perspective as a urologist and sexual health expert, focusing attention on the regulatory and clinical neglect faced by women
Dr. Vonda Wright, a leading authority on musculoskeletal health and aging, offered a no-nonsense appraisal of estrogen’s role in maintaining bone health after menopause. Describing
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