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Understanding Integrative Medicine

Posted by: Marina Johnson, M.D. on 11/13/2012 | 0 Comments

What is Integrative Medicine?

Recognizing and treating the underlying cause of symptoms enables the physician to engage the body’s capacity for self-healing.

Where Do We Stand Now?

Posted by: Marina Johnson, M.D. on 10/15/2012 | 0 Comments

Dr Marina Johnson discusses the superiority of pharmaceutical bioidentical hormones

Because the Endocrinologist is the definitive hormone specialist, it’s ideal to have bioidentical HRT prescribed and monitored by an Endocrinologist.

Gina's Journey: A Hysterectomy Story

Posted by: Marina Johnson, M.D. on 10/12/2012 | 0 Comments

I recall Gina, a 48-year-old patient who saw me after having undergone a total hysterectomy with removal of the ovaries at age 44.

Considering Breast Cancer-Reducing Your Risk - Part 4 of 4

Posted by: Marina Johnson, M.D. on 9/26/2012 | 0 Comments

The flexing woman symbol is a registered trademark of Kathys Divas

In this series I want to give you information on ways to prevent breast cancer. My philosophy toward optimal health embraces the concept of engaging patients in their own health because it encourages patient responsibility and accountability. Part 4 of 4.

Considering Breast Cancer-Reducing Your Risk - Part 3 of 4

Posted by: Marina Johnson, M.D. on 9/12/2012 | 0 Comments

The Flexing woman symbol is a registered trademark of Kathys Divas

In this series I want to give you information on ways to prevent breast cancer. My philosophy toward optimal health embraces the concept of engaging patients in their own health because it encourages patient responsibility and accountability. Part 3 of 4.

Considering Breast Cancer-Reducing Your Risk - Part 2 of 4

Posted by: Marina Johnson, M.D. on 9/5/2012 | 0 Comments

Flexing woman symbol is a registered trademark of Kathys Divas

In this series I want to give you information on ways to prevent breast cancer. My philosophy toward optimal health embraces the concept of engaging patients in their own health because it encourages patient responsibility and accountability. Part 2 of 4.

Considering Breast Cancer-Reducing Your Risk - Part 1 of 4

Posted by: Marina Johnson, M.D. on 8/29/2012 | 0 Comments

Flexing woman symbol is a registered trademark of Kathys Divas

In this series I want to give you information on ways to prevent breast cancer. My philosophy toward optimal health embraces the concept of engaging patients in their own health because it encourages patient responsibility and accountability. Part 1 of 4.

The Silent Connection Between Estrogen and Osteoporosis

Posted by: Marina Johnson, M.D. on 7/26/2012 | 0 Comments

Dr Marina Johnson Discusses Osteoporosis and Estrogen Deficiency

After menopause without the use of estrogen, a woman can lose up to 20% of her bone mass. This increases her risk for osteoporosis leading to loss of height, hip fractures, chronic pain, and disability. Of women who suffer hip fractures, 24 percent die of complications within a year of the injury.

Testosterone: Achieving a Delicate Balance

Posted by: Marina Johnson, M.D. on 7/20/2012 | 0 Comments

Testosterone and women

Some studies suggest testosterone in the presence of estrogen and progesterone has a protective effect on the breast and may decrease breast cancer risk.

Could Your Insomnia Be Due To An Imbalance In Your Hormones?

Posted by: Marina Johnson, M.D. on 7/2/2012 | 0 Comments

What causes insomnia?

Sleep is a mysterious bodily process that is absolutely essential to good health. We should not have to rely on a drug to make us sleep!

Dr Johnson's Marvelous Muesli Recipe!

Posted by: Marina Johnson, M.D. on 6/26/2012 | 0 Comments
Marvelous Muesli Recipe

What's for breakfast? Try Dr. Johnson's heart healthy marvelous muesli recipe, complete with decadent cacao nibs!

Resuming HRT in Breast Cancer Survivors

Posted by: Marina Johnson, M.D. on 6/20/2012 | 0 Comments

Resuming HRT in Breast Cancer Survivors

I am often asked whether breast cancer survivors can ever safely initiate HRT. In addition, they are often taking estrogen blocker drugs, like tamoxifen, especially if their breast cancer was positive for estrogen receptors. These women frequently suffer severe symptoms of estrogen deficiency.

Feel Absolutely Empowered!

Posted by: Marina Johnson, M.D. on 6/12/2012 | 0 Comments
Menopause Treatment

"Outliving Your Ovaries" is a must read for every woman. Not only because it demystifies so many controversial and conflicting views in treating menopause, but mostly because one can put that book down and feel absolutely empowered!"

How Long Can I Safely Stay On My Hormone Therapy?

Posted by: Marina Johnson, M.D. on 5/17/2012 | 0 Comments

How long can I safely stay on my hormone therapy?

I am frequently asked the question, "How long can I safely stay on my hormone therapy?" and I usually ask the woman, "How long do you want to continue to feel well?"

Progestins Reduce The Cardiac Benefits of Estrogen

Posted by: Marina Johnson, M.D. on 5/9/2012 | 0 Comments

Progestins Reduce The Cardiac Benefits of Estrogen

I had an acquaintance, Janet, who became newly menopausal and was exhibiting the typical symptoms. Her physician promptly started her on a daily combination pill containing synthetic estrogen and progestin. Within days of starting that therapy, she developed new onset chest pain sending her to the emergency room (ER).
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    “Outliving Your Ovaries” is written by endocrinologist Dr. Marina Johnson, medical director of The Institute of Endocrinology and Preventive Medicine®. Dr. Johnson, a pharmacist and a physician, describes a wide body of research showing that pharmaceutical (not compounded) topical bioidentical hormones are safer than the most commonly prescribed hormones. In her book, she gives poignant, clinical stories from her 29 years of ongoing clinical experience during which she has managed over 100,000 female patient visits. These stories depict the tragic consequences of estrogen deficiency and the joy of transformation that occurs when a woman is made whole again. This Book helps a woman evaluate the risks and benefits of HRT in clear, easy-to-understand terms so she can better work with her own physician to determine what’s right for her.What is Dr. Johnson doing today? She's seeing patients!


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