Exploring HRT: Controversies, Questions & Education

featuring Carrie Jones, ND

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Episode 83

Published December 3, 2024

In this conversation, Dr. Carrie Jones and Dr. Jaclyn discuss the challenges that providers face when learning about hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for menopause. They highlight the confusion and conflicting information surrounding HRT and the need for a comprehensive and evidence-based approach. They also introduce a new educational course from DUTCH, Introduction to Hormone Replacement Therapy, which aims to provide a clear and practical guide for providers looking to incorporate HRT into their practice.

Dr. Jaclyn and Dr. Carrie also discuss:

  • The core hormones involved in HRT, including estradiol, progesterone, and DHEA
  • Different forms and routes of administration
  • The importance of understanding the evidence and guidelines for HRT
  • The need for individualized patient assessment and testing
  • Controversies and common questions surrounding HRT

Key Moments

00:00 Introduction and Overview of HRT

06:03 Understanding the Core Hormones: Estradiol, Progesterone, and DHEA

20:43 Forms and Routes of Administration for HRT

27:39 Addressing Controversies and Common Questions in HRT

32:39 Optimizing Patient Outcomes: Individualized Assessment and Testing

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About our speaker

Carrie Jones, ND, FABNE, MPH is an internationally recognized speaker, consultant, and educator on the topic of women's health and hormones with over 20 years in the industry. Dubbed the “Queen of Hormones,” Dr. Jones is a Naturopathic Physician who did her 2-year residency focused on women's health and endocrinology. She went on to get her Master of Public Health and was one of the first to become board certified through the American Board of Naturopathic Endocrinology. She was the first Medical Director for Precision Analytical (the DUTCH Test) and the first Head of Medical Education at Rupa Health. She co-hosts the highly popular show, the Root Cause Medicine Podcast, that has over 9 million downloads. She is the Clinical Expert for the Lifestyle Matrix Resource Center, was on Under Armour’s Human Performance Council, works with the new League One Volleyball (LOVB) organization and is an advisor to Metapause. Currently she is the Chief Medical Officer at NuEthix Formulations and Head of Medical Education at Metabolic Mentor University.  

Show Notes

Sign up to get early access to the Introduction to Hormone Replacement Therapy course. This course is exclusively for registered DUTCH Providers – become a DUTCH Provider today!

Follow Dr. Carrie Jones on Instagram @dr.carriejones.

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