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The average wait for an appointment seems like it's five months! Listen for tips and tricks to get in to see primary care physicians, specialists and other healthcare clinicians in a timely manner.

*Please note that after recording this podcast episode, the Cleveland Clinic changed their 24/7 hour phone line to 7am EST - 7pm EST. 

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May is Osteoporosis Awareness Month and Podcast Host Holly Thacker, MD answers the most frequently asked questions about osteoporosis from speakingofwomenshealth.com.

For more information about osteoporosis treatment, download our free Osteoporosis Treatment Guide.

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Wave goodbye to the sniffles and itchy eyes that allergy season brings! Host Holly Thacker, MD shares strategies for tackling the sneeze-inducing, eye-watering marathon that is spring 2024's allergy season.

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Recent research shows taking calcium and vitamin D supplements together may reduce the risk of dying from cancer, but may raise the mortality risk for cardiovascular disease.

Host Holly Thacker, MD explains how vitamin D helps calcium absorption, and why women should ingest vitamin K2/Mk-7 - as it drives calcium into the bone.

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 Dr. Alexa Fiffick joins Podcast Host Dr. Holly Thacker on this episode to discuss the dangers of pellet use in women and the truth about unregulated hormones.

You don't want to miss this insightful and truthful episode.

To learn more about Dr. Fiffick's medical practice, visit conciergemedicineofwestlake.com or call 440-797-1871. You can follow @cmowestlake on Instagram and Facebook, follow @drfiffick on Instagram.

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By Dr. Alexa FiffickIt is well known that midlife women encounter significant health changes, particularly those associated with the menopause transition. But did you know that not having policies to support those health changes may be hurting your company's profits and costing American businesses billions?In a 2023 study by the Mayo Clinic, 13.4% of women reported one or more adverse workplace outcomes – such as absenteeism or reduced productivity – due to symptoms associated with menopause…

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Pivya (pivmecillinam) tablets for the treatment of female adults with uncomplicated urinary tract infections (UTIs) caused by susceptible isolates of Escherichia coli, Proteus mirabilis and Staphylococcus saprophyticus.“Uncomplicated UTIs are a very common condition impacting women and one of the most frequent reasons for antibiotic use,” said Peter Kim, M.D., M.S., director of the Division of Anti-Infectives in the FDA’s Center for Drug Evaluation…

Holly Thacker, MD explains the new research that shows taking calcium and vitamin D supplements together may reduce the risk of dying from cancer but raise the mortality risk for cardiovascular disease.

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Kristi Tough-DeSapri, MD joins host Holly Thacker, MD in the Sunflower House to talk all things new in Osteoporosis and Bone Health. Listen for tips on how to prevent osteoporosis, what screenings you need and the latest treatments available.

For more information on Dr. Tough-DeSapri, visit boneandbodywh.com.

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Alexis Supan, RD joins guest host Leigh Klekar on the Speaking of Women's Health Podcast to discuss the benefits of an anti-inflammatory diet.

Alexis shares tips on how to start eating healthier and what benefits an anti-inflammatory diet can have on the body.

To make an appointment with Alexis, visit clevleandclinic.org or call 216-448-4325.

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List of Cleveland Clinic Primary Care Providers (PCP)A primary care provider, or PCP, is a healthcare professional who helps manage your health. A PCP is usually a physician, but some nurses and physician assistants also provide primary care. A PCP is the first point of contact for patients to talk to when they have any medical problem.This list includes all of the available PCPs at Cleveland Clinic accepting new patients as of April 2024.Cleveland Clinic PCP List

If you’re trying to reduce eggs and dairy consumption this recipe can certainly help you. It’s easy to
make and transform into many variations for a sandwich spread, salad dressing or sauce. It’s a favorite in our home.

Guest columnist Melissa Young, MD shares the importance of adequate sleep each night as not getting 7 plus hours of sleep can lead to increased calorie intake leading to weight gain.

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Speaking of Women's Health Podcast Host Holly Thacker MD catches up with Lillie McKinney one year after her retirement from Cleveland Clinic. Lillie shares really helpful tips on how to make the most of your retirement financially and socially.

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Host Holly Thacker, MD interviews Divya Yogi-Morren, MD to talk about Cushing's syndrome and why women should educate themselves on the symptoms and potential consequences associated with Cushing's syndrome to foster early detection and proper management.

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The menopause experts that represent Speaking of Women's Health and work in the Cleveland Clinic Center for Specialized Women's Health have always individualized assessment and care for their patients. Their message to patients is there is no age limit for hormone therapy and every woman deserves treatment no matter their age!New study suggests the benefits and risks of women aged older than 65 years taking hormone therapy differ greatly depending on type, route, and dose prescribed.After the…

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April is recognized as National Stress Awareness Month to bring attention to the negative impact of stress. Women between the ages of 35-54 - who are likely to be juggling many roles - experience significantly higher stress than men. 

Speaking of Women's Health Podcast Host Holly Thacker, MD shares ways women can reduce their reaction to stressful situations and the importance of taking time for themselves.

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Divya Yogi-Morren, MD shares her personal experience with gestational diabetes and how women can lower their risk of a gestational diabetes diagnosis and help reduce the likelihood of developing chronic type 2 diabetes down the road.

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Dr. Ula Abed joins Host Dr. Holly Thacker on the Speaking of Women's Health Podcast to talk about the different thyroid disorders, the symptoms to look for and what treatments are available.

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Bayer today announced positive topline results of the Phase III study OASIS 3 evaluating the efficacy and long-term safety of the investigational compound elinzanetant versus placebo. In this study, elinzanetant successfully met the primary endpoint demonstrating statistically significant reduction in the frequency of moderate to severe vasomotor symptoms (VMS, also known as hot flashes) from baseline to week 12 compared to placebo. The long-term safety profile observed over 52 weeks in the…