by Elizabeth Story, MD | Sep 2, 2025 | Blog
Menopause marks a significant hormonal transition, particularly the decline of estrogen and progesterone, which play critical roles in immune regulation. Estrogen, in particular, has immunomodulatory effects—both stimulating and suppressing immune responses depending...
by Elizabeth Story, MD | Aug 26, 2025 | Blog
Exercise is increasingly recognized as the most powerful intervention for extending both lifespan and healthspan. Dr. Peter Attia, a physician and longevity expert, emphasizes in his book Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity that strength training is “the single...
by Elizabeth Story, MD | Aug 22, 2025 | Blog
Testosterone has long been viewed as a “male hormone,” but we know that it is an essential ‘human hormone’. Now emerging research is challenging the narrative that testosterone is purely for men—especially for women navigating perimenopause and menopause. While its...
by Elizabeth Story, MD | Aug 21, 2025 | Blog
Vaginal estradiol, a localized form of estrogen therapy, has emerged as a safe and effective option for treating genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM), preventing recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs), and even improving skin health. Despite lingering...
by Elizabeth Story, MD | Jul 15, 2025 | Blog
If you follow my posts on social media, you already know that I encourage my patients to research the benefits of weight loss “drugs.” Although they can be controversial, the evidence is mounting in terms of the ground-breaking solution these medications provide for...
by Elizabeth Story, MD | Feb 2, 2025 | Blog
Can you cover everything you need to talk to your doctor about in 15 minutes? Insurance companies think so, but a 15-minute appointment doesn’t come close to fully managing any human being’s health needs, especially if it is just once a year. In order for any...
