Menopause & Hormone Therapy
Helps you move through every stage with clarity and confidence.
As a leading menopause specialist, Joseph Roofeh, MD provides integrative, evidence-based care to help women navigate the complex physical and emotional changes that occur during the menopausal transition.
While the average age of menopause is 51, hormonal fluctuations — particularly in estrogen and progesterone — can begin much earlier, during the perimenopausal stage. These shifts often lead to irregular menstrual cycles, mood changes, and vasomotor symptoms like hot flashes and night sweats.
Menopause Symptoms
A menopause specialist understands that symptom onset and intensity vary greatly between individuals. For many women, perimenopause begins in their 40s, marked by shifting hormone levels and unpredictable menstrual cycles. Irregular bleeding, shorter or longer cycles, and missed periods are often among the first signs. As estrogen declines, physical symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, and weight gain may emerge. Emotional changes such as mood swings, irritability, anxiety, and brain fog also commonly appear.
Other symptoms can include low libido, fatigue, joint soreness, and dry or thinning skin — all influenced by hormonal changes. Genitourinary symptoms, such as urinary urgency, incontinence, or painful intercourse, are also frequent but often underreported. A qualified menopause specialist can distinguish between temporary changes and more serious underlying conditions, offering early intervention and targeted treatments to reduce discomfort and improve quality of life during this transition.
Menopause Treatment
A menopause specialist offers individualized care plans that address the full range of physical and emotional changes associated with this hormonal transition. Joseph Roofeh, MD uses an integrative approach that prioritizes both symptom relief and long-term preventive care. After a thorough evaluation of your medical history, hormone levels, and lifestyle factors, he recommends targeted therapies designed to reduce discomfort and support overall wellbeing.
Treatment options may include low-dose hormonal birth control during perimenopause, hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for vasomotor symptoms, and non-hormonal medications like gabapentin for night sweats or antidepressants for mood disturbances. Topical therapies and vaginal estrogen may be recommended for genitourinary symptoms such as vaginal dryness or painful intercourse. Depending on your symptoms, Dr. Roofeh may also address risks related to osteoporosis, cardiovascular disease, or insulin resistance as part of a comprehensive plan.
As a menopause specialist, Dr. Roofeh carefully weighs the risks and benefits of each therapy based on your individual health profile. Regular follow-up visits allow for ongoing adjustments, ensuring your treatment evolves with your needs as you progress through the menopausal stages.
As a highly experienced menopause specialist, Joseph Roofeh, MD stays at the forefront of evolving treatment protocols to provide patients with access to the most effective and safest therapies. In addition to traditional hormone therapy, he incorporates the latest medical advancements to tailor treatment based on each woman’s symptom profile, hormone levels, and risk factors.
Depending on your needs, options may include low-dose estrogen or combined menopausal hormone therapy, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) or serotonin–norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) for mood and vasomotor symptoms, and non-hormonal medications such as gabapentin or fezolinetant to regulate temperature-related disturbances like night sweats and hot flashes. For women with vaginal atrophy or discomfort, local estrogen and vaginal lubricants can restore comfort and function. If bone density loss is a concern, treatment may involve medications that support bone health and reduce the risk of osteoporotic fractures.
The best menopause treatment is always individualized. As your menopause specialist, Dr. Roofeh guides you through the options, balancing clinical safety, symptom control, and quality of life — all while minimizing side effects and addressing coexisting conditions such as thyroid dysfunction, cardiovascular risk, or autoimmune concerns.
Menopause Supplements
As a menopause specialist, Joseph Roofeh, MD recognizes that many women seek natural or complementary approaches to ease menopausal symptoms. While supplements are widely marketed for relief from hot flashes, mood swings, and low energy, their safety and effectiveness can vary considerably. Rather than recommending generic over-the-counter products, Dr. Roofeh takes a clinically guided approach to integrative care — offering personalized advice on the use of dietary supplements and alternative therapies.
Based on your medical history, hormone profile, and current treatment plan, Dr. Roofeh may discuss the potential role of calcium, vitamin D, omega-3 fatty acids, or phytoestrogens in supporting bone density, cardiovascular health, or hormonal balance. He also reviews herbal products such as black cohosh, red clover, or flaxseed with caution, especially in women with a history of hormone-sensitive conditions like breast cancer.
Complementary therapies such as acupuncture, mindfulness, relaxation techniques, and yoga may also be explored to manage vasomotor symptoms, mood fluctuations, or sleep disturbances. As a menopause specialist, Dr. Roofeh’s goal is to integrate safe, evidence-based practices — ensuring that any supplement or natural treatment enhances your well-being without interfering with your medical care.
Frequently Asked Questions
A menopause specialist can provide critical support before, during, and after the menopausal transition — especially when symptoms begin to disrupt your quality of life. Joseph Roofeh, MD encourages women to seek care not only during annual wellness exams but also when experiencing early warning signs of hormonal changes such as irregular menstruation, hot flashes, sleep disturbances, or mood instability.
Many women benefit from consulting a menopause specialist as early as age 40, particularly if symptoms like brain fog, vaginal dryness, or night sweats become persistent. During your consultation, Dr. Roofeh conducts a comprehensive evaluation that includes reviewing menstrual history, family risk factors, and lifestyle variables. He may order lab testing to measure hormone levels such as follicle stimulating hormone (FSH), luteinizing hormone (LH), and estradiol to help determine your stage within the menopausal spectrum — whether perimenopause, menopause, or postmenopause.
Your visit may also include a pelvic exam and discussion of symptoms related to genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM), cognitive changes, cardiovascular health, and bone loss. Early intervention with an experienced menopause specialist helps reduce long-term risks and improves your ability to manage physical, mental, and emotional changes with confidence.
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