Episode Description
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Today’s episode is titled “Hormone Therapy After 60” with Mimi Ison and Dr. Jessica Shepherd. In this episode we dive deep into the nuances of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) for women over 60, debunking common myths regarding age limits, discuss the long-term benefits for bone and brain health all while receiving actionable advice as we answer Perry community’s most asked questions.
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Meet Today’s Experts
Dr. Jessica Shepherd is a Canadian-born physician who earned her B.S. from the University of Oklahoma and her MD from Ross University. She completed her OB/GYN residency at Drexel University in Philadelphia, followed by a specialized fellowship in Minimally Invasive Surgery and an MBA at the University of Louisville. This dual expertise in surgery and business leadership has made her a powerhouse in modern women's healthcare.
Mimi Ison is an anti-ageism advocate. At 62, she’s a health and fitness enthusiast who crushes age stereotypes on Instagram @heymiddleage, and writes about midlife on her blog heymiddleage.com. Her happy place is the boxing gym where she started boxing for fitness at age 50.
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