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Menopause

Menopause can be a challenging time both physically and emotionally for many women.

Menopause marks the end of menstrual periods, with the average age in Australia being around 51, although this varies between women. Many women experience perimenopause for several years beforehand, where fluctuating hormone levels can cause a range of symptoms. While this transition can be challenging for some, others may experience few or no difficulties.

In the past, women felt they had to just deal with these symptoms and accept a change in their quality of life. However, we now have multiple effective treatment options available, both hormonal and non hormonal. At our Women’s Health Clinic, Femina, we are excited by the growing community awareness around menopause.

Menopause appointments also provide an opportunity to focus on preventative health. As women age, the risk of conditions such as heart disease, stroke and dementia increases. We support you with recommended screenings and healthy lifestyle changes to protect your long-term health.

Symptoms of Menopause

Common symptoms of perimenopause/menopause include:

Hot flushes & night sweats
Insomnia
Mood changes
Concentration problems
Vaginal dryness
Changes in libido
Menstrual irregularities

What help we can provide:

Menopause appointments are longer to allow for a thorough assessment and treatment planning. Treatment typically involves two appointments. The first includes a detailed history, examination, any necessary tests, and discussion of treatment options. At the follow-up, your results are reviewed and treatment can be prescribed if appropriate.

Menopause symptom assessment

Hormonal health reviews

Hot flush management

Immunodeficiency investigations

Mood and sleep support

Perimenopause care

Hormone therapy guidance

Cardiovascular risk assessment

Lifestyle and wellbeing advice

Individualised menopause plans

Bone health screening

Why Choose Our Women's Health Doctors

Experienced women's health doctors
Longer appointments for thorough assessments and treatment planning
Evidence-based, personalised treatment plans
Collaborative care with your GP and other specialists
Convenient clinic locations with modern facilities

Book With Our Women's Health Doctors

Dr Lara Monaghan

PLEASE NOTE – Dr Monaghan consults from 25/4 Northwood Road, Longueville NSW 2066 at the Longueville Medical Centre. Dr Lara…

Dr Brodie Hookins

PLEASE NOTE – Dr Hookins consults from 25/4 Northwood Road, Longueville NSW 2066 at Longueville Medical Centre. Dr Hookins graduated…

Dr Fiona Napier-Flood

Dr Fiona Napier-Flood graduated from the University of Notre Dame in 2012. She completed her hospital training in Westmead, Auburn…

Dr Georgie Olesnicky

Dr Georgie Olesnicky graduated medicine from the University of Sydney in 2009, and is a fellow of the Royal Australian…

Dr Zoe Boyatzis

Dr Boyatzis graduated from the University of Notre Dame with an MBBS in 2011. She completed her FRAGCP in 2016….

Dr Debra Tattersall

Background – Dr Debra Tattersall graduated from Sydney University and has been in General practice for 25 years, working on…

Dr Madeleine Max

Dr Madeleine Max graduated with a Bachelor of Medical Science with Honours from the University of New South Wales followed…

Dr Sarunnyah Prabahan

Dr Prabahan graduated from Bond University. Before joining us, she worked at Bankstown/Campbelltown Hospital, Concord/Broken Hill Hospital & Ryde Hospital….

Dr Janet Widmer

Dr Janet Widmer is a graduate of The University of Sydney (MBBS) . She also has a master’s degree from…

Dr Miriam Jarrett

Dr Jarrett is a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners. She enjoys all aspects of general practice….

Dr So-Jung (Stephanie) Shim FRACGP, Bmed, MD, FPNSW

Dr Stephanie Shim completed her medical degree at the University of New South Wales in 2021 and has gained experience…

A/Professor Renata Chapman-Konarska – MD, PHD, FRACGP

Background – A/ Professor Renata Chapman, MD, PHD, FRACGP has been working at this practice since 1989. She is interested…

Dr Elizabeth Dunlop

Dr Elizabeth Dunlop has particular interests in Paediatrics (Child Health), Women’s Health, Sexual Health and Mental Health. She particularly enjoys…

Dr Tania Chin

Assistant Chief Medical Officer, Nuvo Health Dr. Tania Chin is a highly accomplished General Practitioner and the Assistant Chief Medical Officer…

Dr Kirsty Wallace-Hor

Dr Wallace-Hor graduated from the University of Sydney in 2015 and worked at Concord and Canterbury Hospitals before completing her…

Dr Erica Danieletto

Erica completed her Doctor of Medicine at The University of Sydney in 2017. Since then, she has worked at Royal…

Dr Emily Frost

Dr Emily Frost is a caring, empathetic and thorough GP who enjoys providing comprehensive care to patients of all ages. She has…

Dr Aprille Barrientos

Aprille completed the Doctor of Medicine at the University of Melbourne in 2018. She spent several years working in the…

Dr Sonali Gupta

Sonali is a warm and compassionate GP with interests in women’s health, paediatrics, preventive health, mental health and dermatology. She obtained…

Dr Kelly Nguyen

Dr Kelly Nguyen is a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP) and a graduate of Sydney…

Dr Deepti Vanza

Dr Vanza graduated from the University of North Carolina School of Medicine in The United States. She moved to Australia…

Dr Tamara Drakulic

Dr Tamara Drakulic is a caring and thorough GP providing comprehensive healthcare for patients of all ages. She has a…

Dr Laurie Thompson

Dr Laurie Thompson graduated from the University of Sheffield and completed her foundation training in the UK. Since moving to…

Dr Gundevia is from England has worked as a doctor since 2005. She has worked in Obstetrics and Gynaecology up…

Dr Joan Ricketts

Dr Ricketts comes from Scotland originally having graduated from Glasgow University in 2004 and has gone on to work in…

Dr Natasha Hyde

Dr Hyde has been a medical practitioner since 1991. She is a fellow of the Royal Australian College of General…

Dr Jo Taylor

Dr Jo Taylor grew up and trained in the UK. She graduated from the University of Edinburgh in 2010 and…

Available at These Clinics

Birkenhead Medical Centre

Birkenhead Medical Centre

Ground level 19 Roseby St, Drummoyne NSW 2047
(02) 9719 3888
(02) 9719 3877

A valid GP referral is required prior to your initial appointment

Coogee Medical Centre

Coogee Medical Centre

21 Carr St, Coogee NSW 2034
(02) 9665 4519
(02) 9665 3060

A valid GP referral is required prior to your initial appointment

Nuvo Health – Longueville Medical Centre

Nuvo Health – Longueville Medical Centre

Shop 25, 4 Northwood Road, Longueville NSW, 2066
(02) 8332 2668
(02) 8332 2669

A valid GP referral is required prior to your initial appointment

Nuvo Health Double Bay

Nuvo Health Double Bay

Floor 1, Suite 3, 451 New South Head Road, Double Bay, NSW 2028
(02) 8332 2662
(02) 8332 2663

A valid GP referral is required prior to your initial appointment

Parramatta Medical Centre

Parramatta Medical Centre

Entrada Building, Shop 2, 20 Victoria Road
(02) 9762 1041
(02) 9762 1044

A valid GP referral is required prior to your initial appointment

Surry Hills Medical Practice

Surry Hills Medical Practice

586 Crown Street, Surry Hills, 2010
(02) 8332 2666
(02) 8332 2667

A valid GP referral is required prior to your initial appointment