In this episode of Confessions of a Male Gynecologist, Dr. Shawn Tassone interviews Dr. Amy Killen, who shares her journey from emergency medicine to preventative care focused on women's health. They discuss the challenges women face in the healthcare system, the importance of understanding hormonal health, and the evolving landscape of treatments, including regenerative medicine and peptides. Dr. Killen emphasizes the need for women to take control of their health and the role of physicians as guides in this journey.

Episode Highlights:

• Why Dr. Killen transitioned from ER medicine to focus on preventative care

• Why both physicians believe women often face neglect in the healthcare system

• How hormonal health is crucial for women's overall well-being

• Difference between commercial and compounding pharmacies

• Why compounding pharmacies can provide safe alternatives for hormone therapy

• Reasons lab testing is essential for understanding hormonal levels

• How regenerative medicine offers new possibilities for healing

• How peptides can be beneficial for recovery and health when administered by a physician

• Reasons women have more control over their health than they realize

• Why doctors should act as co-pilots in women's health journeys

• Why Dr. Tassone and Dr. Killen believe the future of hormonal treatments is promising and evolving

About Amy Killen MD

Dr. Amy Killen, MD received her Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Science from Texas A&M University and then her MD from UT Southwestern Medical School. She completed an Emergency Medicine residency at the University of Arizona. She worked for many years in Austin, Texas as a board-certified emergency physician before moving to Portland and becoming the medical director of an anti-aging specialty clinic. Now in Utah, Dr. Killen embraces bio-identical hormone therapy and personalized medicine and offers aesthetic services, including Botox, Fillers, and Microneedling. Dr. Killen is also enthusiastic about cutting-edge rejuvenating medicine techniques, such as using Platelet Rich Plasma Natural Growth Factor Injections for skin rejuvenation, hair restoration, urinary incontinence, and sexual dysfunction.

Episode Resources:

Dr. Shawn Tassone's Practice | Tassone Advanced Gynecology

Dr. Shawn Tassone's Book | The Hormone Balance Bible

Dr. Shawn Tassone's Integrative Hormonal Mapping System | Hormonal Archetype Quiz

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This podcast and website represent the opinions of Dr. Shawn Tassone and his guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice and is for informational purposes only. Because each person is so unique, please consult your health care professional for any medical questions