The Essentials of MHT and Menopause

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Target AudienceThis activity is targeted toward primary care physicians and advanced providers.

Statement of Need Research indicates that MHT is the most effective therapy for symptoms of menopause (vasomotor symptoms & genitourinary syndrome) but its use is low and inconsistent. Physicians may be unaware of the latest research regarding the safety and application of MHT and therefore prescribing patterns are inconsistent for treatment of menopausal symptoms. This podcast will discuss the essentials of MHT (formerly referenced as HRT) for the treatment of menopause. This program will address the latest treatment guidelines and research updates as information continues to evolve.

Objectives

• Describe the current evidence supporting menopause hormone therapy (MHT), including risks and benefits, and the implications of the recently updated FDA safety communications.
• Outline evidence-based strategies to individualize MHT treatment for patients as well as determination criteria for when to initiate or discontinue treatment.

Moderator Kris E. Barnsfather, M.D. Obstetrician and Gynecologist Women's Care Physicians of Louisville Norton Women's Care Louisville, KY

Speaker Anna K. Feitelson, M.D. Gynecologist Associates in Obstetrics and Gynecology Norton Women's Care Louisville, KY

Planners, Moderator and Speaker Disclosure The planners, moderator and speaker of this activity do not have any relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.

Commercial Support There was no commercial support for this activity.

Physician Credits Accreditation Norton Healthcare is accredited by the Kentucky Medical Association to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Designation Norton Healthcare designates this enduring material for a maximum of .75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Nursing Credits Norton Healthcare Institute for Education and Development is approved as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the South Carolina Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. This continuing professional development activity has been approved for 0.75 ANCC CE contact hours. In order for nursing participants to obtain credits, they must claim attendance by attesting to the number of hours in attendance.

For more information related to nursing credits, contact Sally Sturgeon, DNP, RN, SANE-A, AFN-BC at (502) 446-5889 or [email protected].

Resources for Additional Study/References

The Art of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) in Menopause Management https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37002679/

The mental health challenges, especially suicidality, experienced by women during perimenopause and menopause: A qualitative study https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40626330/

Date of Original Release | March 2026; Information is current as of the time of recording. Course Termination Date | March 2028 Contact Information | Center for Continuing Medical Education; (502) 446-5955 or [email protected]

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