Complete Midlife Wellness Center

10/14/2026

For decades, women with a history of breast cancer have been told that menopausal hormone therapy is simply not an option. But what happens when we take a closer look at the research behind that recommendation?

In this video, I revisit one of the most debated questions in menopause medicine: Can women who have had breast cancer safely consider hormone therapy?

Drawing on decades of research, including the work of Avrum Z. Bluming, MD, and other leading experts, I explore what we know about hormone therapy, breast cancer recurrence, mortality, and the differences between various types of risk.

Some findings challenge long-standing assumptions, while other studies raise important safety concerns. And that's exactly why this conversation deserves more than a simple yes or no.

We also need to consider what happens when women are left to manage significant menopausal symptoms without effective treatment. Sleep, s*xual health, bone health, and overall quality of life matter, too.

Does a history of breast cancer mean hormone therapy should always be ruled out? Or is there room for a more individualized conversation?

The answer depends on many factors, including the type of cancer, its hormone receptor status, treatment history, individual risk factors, and the available evidence. Systemic hormone therapy is generally not recommended after breast cancer because of recurrence concerns, but that doesn't mean every patient's circumstances or treatment options are identical.

My goal is not to tell every woman what decision to make. It's to encourage better questions, a deeper understanding of the evidence, and meaningful conversations with the physicians involved in her care.

Because women deserve to understand both the potential benefits and the risks before making decisions about their health.

Resources & Research

Hormone Replacement Therapy After Breast Cancer: It Is Time
Avrum Z. Bluming, MD
https://bit.ly/4st0uji

Menopausal Hormone Therapy for Breast Cancer Patients: What Is the Current Evidence?
Sarah Glynne, MBBS, MSc, MRCP, MRCGP; James Simon, MD; Anthony Branson, FRCP; Stephen Payne, FRCS; Louise Newson, MBChB; Isaac Manyonda, PhD; Susan Cleator, PhD; Michael Douek, MD; Sasha Usiskin, MRCP; Jeffrey S. Tobias, MD; Jayant S. Vaidya, PhD
https://bit.ly/41leKyt

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For decades, women with a history of breast cancer have been told t...

10/13/2026

Your ZIP code shouldn’t determine the quality of your menopause care.

No traffic. No waiting room. No settling for generic answers.

CMWC virtual care brings specialized, physician-guided perimenopause and menopause care directly to you—with personalized treatment, prescribing, lab interpretation, and ongoing clinical support.

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Texas • California • Colorado • New Mexico

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10/08/2026

Menopause is not a checklist. And you are not a collection of symptoms.

Two women can experience the same brain fog, insomnia, weight gain, or loss of s*x drive—and need entirely different care.

That is why we do not simply match a symptom to a prescription. We look at the whole clinical picture: your history, laboratory results, current medications, health risks, lifestyle, priorities, and what has—or has not—worked before.

The details matter. The patterns matter. And your treatment should be designed around you.

That is personalized midlife medicine.

Ready for care that looks beyond the checklist?
Schedule your consultation through the link in bio.

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10/07/2026

Can GLP-1 medications cause vision loss? And if you’re taking semaglutide or another GLP-1 agonist, is NAION something you should actually be worried about?

In this video, I take a closer look at the emerging research around GLP-1 agonists and NAION (non-arteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy), a rare but serious condition that can cause sudden vision loss.

We’ll put the headlines into perspective by looking at relative risk versus absolute risk, how rare NAION actually is, and what the current evidence does—and does not—tell us about a possible connection with GLP-1 medications.

And that context matters.

GLP-1 medications have demonstrated important benefits that extend well beyond weight loss, including cardiovascular and metabolic benefits, with growing evidence across kidney disease, fatty liver disease/MASH, peripheral artery disease, and other areas of health.

So should concerns about NAION change the way we think about these medications?

As always, it comes down to understanding the actual risk, considering the potential benefits, and making an individualized decision with your healthcare provider.

I’ll also discuss the latest expert guidance and why getting regular eye exams and paying attention to changes in your vision should be part of the conversation.

Studies and resources discussed in this video are linked below:

Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonists and the Risk of Non-Arteritic Anterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy: A Consensus Statement by the North American Neuro-Ophthalmology Society and the American Academy of Ophthalmology

https://www.aao.org/education/clinical-statement/glucagon-like-peptide-1-receptor-agonists-risk-of-

GLP-1 Receptor Agonists: Cardioprotection Beyond Weight Loss and Longevity in Mice:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1lpo9-h8Ta52nVXHuvcWpz9ZMcKXrLeZ-/view?usp=sharing

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10/06/2026

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10/06/2026

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10/05/2026

Some commonly prescribed medications—including oral contraceptives and spironolactone—can lower testosterone availability or block its effects.

But this conversation is never one-size-fits-all. The details of each woman’s symptoms, medications, health history, laboratory results, and goals are critical.

With careful testing, individualized treatment, close monitoring, and standardized questionnaires before and after treatment, we can measure meaningful changes in energy, mood, s*xual function, and overall well-being.

Watch my full conversation on The Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Show through the link in bio.

10/05/2026

We’re expanding to Colorado! 🏔️

We are incredibly proud to announce that Brandi Wachel, WHNP, is now licensed to care for women in Colorado through secure virtual visits.

A certified Women’s Health Care Nurse Practitioner and Menopause Society Certified Practitioner, Brandi brings nearly three decades of experience in women’s healthcare—including obstetrics and gynecology, gynecologic oncology, menopause care, and hormone therapy.

But what truly distinguishes Brandi is the way she cares for women. She listens closely, looks at the complete picture, and builds the kind of trusted relationships that often last for decades. She is an essential part of who we are at Complete Midlife Wellness Center, and we are thrilled that more women can now benefit from her expertise.

Women throughout Colorado can connect virtually with Brandi for personalized perimenopause, menopause, and hormone care—without traveling to Houston.

Colorado women, we’re ready to meet you. Visit the link in our bio to learn more or schedule a virtual consultation.

10/03/2026

My dear friend and teacher Yaniv Shanti is planning a very special retreat for midlife women in Costa Rica, January 28–February 1, 2027, and I’ll be attending as his guest.

This is a beautiful opportunity to step away, reconnect with yourself, and spend time with other women in a supportive, meaningful space.

Shanti and I have each written a letter sharing more about the retreat and what you can expect. You can read both letters through the link in my bio.

If this experience is calling you, we’d love to hear from you.

Please send a brief note expressing your interest to [email protected] by October 4.

I’m simply helping Shanti and his team gather preliminary interest before registration officially opens in November, and I’ll pass your response along to them.

Hope to see some of you in Costa Rica! ❤️

10/02/2026

My dear friend and teacher Yaniv Shanti is planning a very special retreat for midlife women in Costa Rica, January 28–February 1, 2027, and I’ll be attending as his guest.

This is a beautiful opportunity to step away, reconnect with yourself, and spend time with other women in a supportive, meaningful space.

Shanti and I have each written a letter sharing more about the retreat and what you can expect. You can read both letters through the link in my bio.

If this experience is calling you, we’d love to hear from you. Please send a brief note expressing your interest to [email protected] by October 4.

I’m simply helping Shanti and his team gather preliminary interest before registration officially opens in November, and I’ll pass your response along to them.

Hope to see some of you in Costa Rica! ❤️