June 12 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm CDT
Lipedema and Menopause: How women’s shifting hormones change their bodies with and without Lipedema
Menopause is a natural biological transition marking the end of a woman’s (AFAB) reproductive years, typically occurring between ages 45 and 55. It is diagnosed after 12 consecutive months without a menstrual period and results from a decline in ovarian production of estrogen and progesterone. These hormonal changes trigger a range of physical and emotional symptoms that women with lipedema need to recognize and monitor carefully. In fact, the dramatic hormonal shifts during menopause can cause rapid expansion of lipedema fat tissue, worsening swelling, pain, and discomfort. While treatments for menopausal symptoms and related health issues continue to evolve—often involving hormone replacement therapy (HRT)—many women with lipedema approach hormone use cautiously due to concerns about exacerbating their condition. So, can women with lipedema safely use menopausal hormone replacement therapy? Let’s explore this important question and more!
Join us for a much anticipated conversation with Dr. Celia Egan, MD DABOM MSCP – Director of Obesity Medicine and Metabolic Health at True Women’s Health in Grand Rapids Michigan.
Dr. Celia Egan, a dedicated advocate for women’s metabolic health and wellness. With dual board certifications in Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine, Dr. Egan brings a nonjudgmental, holistic approach to medical weight management and midlife health at true. Women’s Health®. Her work is grounded in science, compassion, and a deep understanding of the unique challenges women face as they age.
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Dr. Egan is nationally recognized for her expertise in Lipedema, a condition that affects up to 11% of women and is often misunderstood or misdiagnosed. She provides advanced, personalized care for women living with Lipedema and is passionate about raising awareness in both the medical and patient communities. Dr. Egan has served as a keynote speaker at the Obesity Medicine Association, the Fat Disorders Research Society Conference, and other national platforms, where she advocates for better diagnosis, research, and integrative treatment options.
From her specialized training in weight management, hormone health, and lifestyle medicine to her ongoing commitment to patient education, Dr. Egan empowers women through evidence-based strategies and compassionate care. Her goal is to help each woman find her own path to sustainable wellness—physically, emotionally, and hormonally.
Dr. Egan completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Michigan with a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry. After earning her medical degree from New York Medical College, she completed her residency in Internal Medicine at Weill Cornell Medical Center–New York-Presbyterian Hospital. Her post-graduate work included oncology and survivorship care at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and academic hospitalist medicine at Loyola University Medical Center in Chicago, IL. She then joined WellessenceMD, where she focused on obesity medicine, mindfulness, and preventive care in women’s primary care.
This free webinar will be followed by a live Q&A and hosted on our Youtube platform. You can participate by watching live and placing your questions in the chat.
Register for Lipedema and Menopause – Webinar
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