Introduction to menopause & beyond: the patients' journey

Introduction to menopause & beyond: the patients' journey and how to signpost/ support them

This is an educational talk for practitioners who would like to understand their patients' experience of peri-menopause, menopause, post-menopause - and how to signpost them to support healthy ageing.

We will cover:
Introduction
Female life cycle
Menopause definitions
Where hormones are made and what kinds
Symptoms - common & uncommon
Genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM)
Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) / Menopausal hormone therapy (MHT)
Localised oestrogen for GSM
Cancer & HRT/ MHT
The spiritual journey
Alternative options
Lifestyle changes & strategies
Resources for patients & practitioners
Group discussion - knowledge sharing

Date: Sunday, 21/7/2024
Time: 10:00 - 13:00 (there will be 2 breaks approximately 1 hour apart)
Format: online/ Zoom webinar (link will be emailed 1 week before the event)

By reserving your place on this seminar you agree to/ acknowledge that:
*This is an intoduction to this topic - you will be encouraged to explore the resources provided should you wish to learn more.
*All information presented is for educational purposes only - I cannot answer any personal questions or give advice related to your condition or presentation - an appointment with a menoapsue specialiset would be required.
*Any information/ activities/ supplements you try as a result of this seminar are done so at your own risk.
*No techniques are going to be discussed or demonstrated.
*I will not be able to provide you with a certificate of attendance - thank you for your understanding.
*You will NOT copy, record or photograph any part of the presentation.
*This webinar will be recorded only for organiser's learning purposes and not for further distribution.
*You will be contacted by email about this course and there will be a follow-up email about this course (see below) - please check your spam/junk folder regularly. I will not be contacting you regarding any other matters.
*You will be required to complete a feedback form in order to receive a list of resouces discussed during the webinar and a list of references used.

I graduated as an osteopath from University College of Osteopathy (formerly BSO) after which I completed the Diploma in Paediatric Osteopathy, and then the Diploma in Women's Health Osteopathy. I've been taking courses on female health including continence issues, gynaecology, and menopause on a regular basis, I also observed at Guy's Hospital's specialist menopause clinic. Having practised in Englad since my graduation 10 years ago, I recently moved to Orkney Islands in Scotland where I give talks for the public on female health including the menopause.

Feedback from participants:
"The course was excellent, thank you. 5/5 for info"
"I really enjoyed the session. The level of detail was great - I feel that I got a really comprehensive overview of menopause and can now see where the gaps in my knowledge are and where I can look for the information."
"Thank you – it was really interesting & informative. I think many more practitioners would benefit from your knowledge."
"...(you are) an incredibly kind speaker and pleasant to listen to...I would love to attend further webinars with you."
"The resource pack is excellent, very thorough, and I look forward to reading further into this subject using the resources you've supplied."