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Today’s episode is titled “Turning Down the Heat Understanding & Managing Hot Flashes in Perimenopause” Doctors Christine Hart Kress, Aoife O'Sullivan, and Rebbecca Hertel demystify the science of hot flashes and night sweats, moving beyond myths to reveal common triggers. Learn practical, evidence-based strategies and treatments that will help you turn down the heat!

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Meet Today’s Experts

Dr. Christine A. Hart Kress, DNP, APRN, WHNP-BC, NEA-BC, MSCP, is a highly experienced Women's Health Nurse Practitioner and a Certified Menopause Society Practitioner (MSCP) with over 30 years in women's health. Dr. Hart Kress is the CEO and owner of a specialized telemedicine practice focused on comprehensive menopause and midlife care, empowering women to navigate perimenopause and beyond with personalized, evidence-based treatment, including training in hormone prescribing and sexual medicine. She is also the co-host of "The Dusty Muffins" podcast.

Dr. Aoife O'Sullivan, MD, NCMP, is a board-certified Family Physician and a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner (MSCP) dedicated to empowering women through their midlife health journeys. Trained originally in Ireland, she is the Founder of Portland Menopause Doc, LLC, a telemedicine practice specializing in personalized, evidence-based care for perimenopause and menopause. She is a passionate educator, speaker, and co-host of "The Dusty Muffins" podcast, focusing on advancing physician and community understanding of women's sexual and midlife health.

Dr. Rebbecca Hertel, DO, MSCP, is a board-certified Osteopathic Family Medicine Physician and a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner (MSCP) with over 20 years of expertise dedicated to women's midlife health. As the Founder and CEO of Osteopathic Midlife Health, a specialized telemedicine practice, she provides personalized, integrative, and precision-based care for perimenopause and menopause. Dr. Hertel is a passionate educator, co-host of "The Dusty Muffins" podcast, and host of "The Founder's Series," sharing evidence-based insights to help women thrive in this powerful season of life.

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Disclaimer: This content is not medical advice and does not replace consultation with a qualified healthcare provider. Always seek professional medical advice.