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Why put your body through the rigors of adjusting to "one-size-fits-all" synthetic HRT when naturally compounded bioidentical hormones (BHRT) can be tailor-made to adjust to your body's needs?
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| Jacobowitz, Ruth S. 
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Award-winning author, worldwide lecturer,
and women's health advocate, Ruth Jacobowitz is a former vice-president of Cleveland's Mt.
Sinai Medical Center, a member of the International Menopause Society, the North American
Menopause Society and sits on the boards of many organizations and women's health foundations.
She has been featured on "Today," "48 Hours,"
"CBS This Morning," "Donahue," "Leeza," National Public
Radio and in the New York Times, McCalls, the Chicago Tribune as well as numerous other
media.
Ruth is the author of "The 150
Most-Asked Questions About Menopause" ; "The 150 Most-Asked Questions About Osteoporosis," and "The 150
Most-Asked Questions About Midlife Sex, Love, and Intimacy. She is also the co-author of
"Managing Your Menopause." Her newest book is, "The Estrogen Answer Book : 150 Most-Asked Questions About Hormone Replacement Therapy.". Ruth's column "Health Matters'" is internationally syndicated. A columnist for "Your Health" magazine and "The Chagrin Valley Times" Ruth continues
to educate women about how they age and empower them to take charge of their health and
their health care, which included a three-page spread about the work of Alice Stamm and Power Surge in the "Your Health" magazine.
Ruth S. Jacobowitz has the distinction of being listed in both Who's Who in American Women and Who's Who in the World. Married to her husband
Paul for more than 40 years, they have three daughters and eight grandchildren (four girls
and four boys.)
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| Jaffe, Rona
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Rona Jaffe, internationally bestselling author, joins Power Surge to field questions about her career, the fascinating and complex relationships we've enjoyed reading about in her bestselling books, including "Class Reunion," "Mazes and Monsters," "The Cousins," "Family Secrets," "Mr. Right Is Dead," "The Last Chance," "Five Women" and her newest book, "The Road Taken".
Ms. Jaffe has been delighting us with her books for more than five decades and is considered one of the foremonst chroniclers of relationships in the modern age. She is the founder of the Rona Jaffe Foundation, which offers a national literary award to female writers.
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| Jasheway, M.P.H., Leigh Anne 
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Leigh Anne Jasheway, M.P.H. (Masters of Public Health OR Might Possibly be Humorous) is a humor writer, humorous speaker and stand-up comic who lives in Eugene, Oregon with her two giant wiener dogs and her much younger husband. She is also a stress management expert, giving presentations on the use of humor to manage stress, change, and conflict to organizations all over the U.S. For ten years, she ran the wellness program at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. Among her books are, "I'm Not Getting Older (I'm Getting Better at Denial." She's written seven other funny books including, Don't Get Mad, Get Funny: A Light-hearted Approach to Stress Management.
Leigh Anne is also a regular contributor to Family Circle, Better Homes & Gardens' Home Ideas, and The Comic News. Her humorous approach to life has also appeared in Dog Fancy, Good Housekeeping, Hysteria, The Journal of Nursing Jocularity, etc., as well as in public restrooms across the country. Leigh Anne believes that too little humor can lead to death, or at least, severe constipation.
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| Jean-Murat, M.D., Carolle 
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Carolle Jean-Murat, M.D., was born into a family of traditional healers. From them she learned to care deeply and listen intently to patients, to understand that health and medicine have spiritual and emotional components, and to heal the whole person - not just symptoms. She is a board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist who has had a private practice in San Diego, California, since 1982. Fluent in four languages, she provides medical care and preventive health education to women of diverse backgrounds. For over a decade, she has been providing free medical care to under-served women through Catholic Charities and St. Vincent de Paul Village.
Dr. Jean-Murat is an assistant clinical professor at UCSD School of Medicine, Department of Reproductive Endocrinology; and a clinical mentor for under-served students at San Diego State University. She is also a motivational speaker who brings her message of self-empowerment to women through lectures, TV, and radio appearances, a Spanish-language newspaper column, books, articles, and audio cassettes. Dr. Jean-Murat is the author of "Menopause Made Easy: How to Make the Right Decisions for the Rest of Your Life" and the award-winning book, Staying Healthy: 10 Easy Steps for Women. Her next books will be: Female Surgery Made Easy and Little Life Secrets from Grandma. Visit Dr. Carolle's Web site.
Read Dr. Carolle Jean-Murat's transcript(s) |
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| Jurow, M.D., Ronna 
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Ronna Jurow, M.D., is a gynecologist, representing
Wyeth-Ayerst Laboratories, "My interest in this subject, i.e., Premarin vs. the Animal Activists stems from the fact that I have studied this issue and I feel that women should have access to all viable options for hormone replacement therapy." Dr. Jurow is a gynecologist in private practice in Ventura, CA. Her specialty is helping women through the reproductive transitions in their lives.
Read Dr. Rona Jurow's transcript(s) |
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| Johnson, Ph.D., David 
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David Johnson, Ph.D., is an associate professor and chairman in the department of physiology at the College of Osteopathic Medicine, University of New England, Biddleford, Maine. Breakthrough medical tests can find dozens of deadly diseases before it's too late. But because of the state of modern healthcare (with insurers' red tape and doctors' busy schedules), most of us don't know that these tests are available let alone which ones to have, what they're called or how to ask them. That's all about to change. With the new book, Medical Tests that can Save Your Life: 21 Tests Your Doctor Won't Order ... Unless You Know To Ask, you'll learn how to determine if you're at risk for life-threatening conditions. Once you gauge your risk levels, Dr. Johnson teaches you which test to request from your doctor and how to make sure you get them. Genetic tests for cancer risk, the latest blood tests for heart disease, and even older test like ultrasound have one thing in common: They can save your life.
Read Dr. David Johnson's transcript(s) |
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| Kamen, Ph.D., Betty 
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Betty Kamen, Ph.D., with graduate degrees in
psychology and nutrition education, is internationally known as a distinguished author,
lecturer, and nutrition consultant. Dr. Kamen is in constant demand as a radio and Tv talk
show guest and host, with countless media appearances to her credit - both nationally and
internationally. The New York Times paid tribute to Dr. Kamen by doing a full-page feature
story describing her work and lifestyle. Betty Kamen has hosted her own radio talk show, interviewed the
world's most prestigious researchers for half a century, is responsible for the
publication of more than 1,000 articles, many nutrition books, has taught at Hofstra
University, developed her own nutrition program and has been the only non-laboratory
researcher invited on more than one occasion to particpate in international symposiums
along with world famous scientists. Dr. Kamen's fourteenth book, Hormone Replacement
Therapy Yes or No? How to Make an Informed Decision About Estrogen, Progesterone, &
Other Strategies for Dealing With Pms, Menopause addresses the very serious issues
surrounding synthetic hormones. She explains why the most frequently prescribed drug
for women is a major cause of infertility, cancer, loss of libido and a host of other
serious problems.
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| Kamhi, Ph.D., R.N., H.N.C., Ellen 
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Ellen Kamhi, Ph.D., RN HNC, "The Natural Nurse," holds degrees in Nursing, Teaching, and Public Health Education. Since 1969, Dr. Kamhi's quest for knowledge about natural healing modalities has led her all over the world. Along with partner Eugene Zampieron, ND AHG, Ellen produces nationally syndicated radio and television programs about natural medicine. They co-authored,
Arthritis: Alternative Medicine Definitive Guide and their newest, The Natural Medicine Chest : Natural Medicines to Keep You and Your Family Thriving into the Next Millennium , a beautifully illustrated guide which provides the history, descriptions, research, and uses of over 100 healing herbs, foods, and nutrients. Dr. Kamhi is a staff member at the
Corsello Centers For Complimentary Medicine in New York, ( See Dr. Corsello's bio ) and performs herbology, homeopathy, darkfield microscopy, ElectroDermal Screening, as well as nutritional product developement and staff education. She is a popular speaker at seminars and conferences. Visit Dr. Ellen Kamhi's Web site: www.natural nurse.com"
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| Kennedy, Teresa 
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Teresa Kennedy is the author of more than 30 books on a wide variety of subjects, including New Age, novels and non-fiction. Kennedy is a firm believer in the body/mind connection and very well-versed in the areas of astrology, psychology and alternative healing methods. Contrary to much of the wellness literature out there today, Kennedy's book "Sensual Healing:
An Elemental Guide To Feeling Good," goes against
contemporary "no pain, no gain" theory and espouses self-indulgence in the form
of sensual pleasures, a stepping stone to good health, wholeness and wellness. Methods as
crystal healing, aromatherapy, music and color therapy all come together in this work to
provide readers with easy to understand programs for relieving stress, getting in
touch with basic life energies and encouraging physical and mental well-being by allowing
oneself the special attention and sensual pleasure we all deserve. Teresa Kennedy is the author or
co-author of more than 30 books. Ms. Kennedy lives in New York City. |
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| Kirshenbaum, Mira 
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Mira Kirshenbaum is a psychotherapist for nearly 30 years in private practice and Clinical Director of The Chestnut Hill Institute in Massachusetts. The author of five bestsellers including, "Too Good To Leave, Too Bad To Stay: A Step-by-Step Guide to Helping You Decide Whether To Stay In or Get Out of Your Relationship," "The Gift Of A Year: How to Give Yourself the Most Meaningful, Satisfying, and Pleasurable Year of Your Life," Our Love Is Too Good To Feel So Bad, The Emotional Energy Factor: The Secrets High-Energy People Use to Beat Emotional Fatigue and her newest book, Everything Happens For A Reason: Finding The True Meaning of the Events in Our Lives.
Mira has 25 experience as couples, family, and individual psychotherapist in Boston and is a Clinical supervisor and trainer of therapists. Born in 1945 in Andizhan, Uzbekistan to parents fleeing the Nazis, Mira lived for four years in Displaced Persons camp in Leipheim, Germany with other Holocaust survivors. Mira did her graduate training at Boston Family Institute, University of London, and City University of New York. Mira has frequently appeared on radio and TV shows as author and/or guest expert, such as the Today Show, Sally Jessy Raphael, Geraldo, Maury Povich, Ricki Lake and Hard Copy. Articles and reviews about her work have appeared in national and international publications. Mira has given lectures and workshops at Harvard University and Harvard Medical School. She is the author of a five-part article in Martyrdom and Resistance on "New Ways of Thinking About the Holocaust." and also delivered opening address and participated in "Dialogue with Elie Wiesel." Mira is married to Dr. Charles Foster, director of Chestnut Hill Institute. Visit Mira Kirshenbaum's Web site.
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| Knight, RN, MSN, Karla 
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Karla A. Knight, RN, MSN, has been a nurse for 28 years. She was a pediatric nurse practitioner for many years in the office of the late John R. Craig, MD, of Waltham, Massachusetts. She has also worked with children and families in ambulatory clinics, hospitals, and long-term care. Since 1997, she has been a writer for Nursing Spectrum, a national RN-led communications company and division of the Gannett Company, Inc. Her many articles have appeared online as well as in print media. She is a graduate of Mount Holyoke College with a bachelor's degree in political science and has a master's degree from the Yale University School of Nursing.
Co-author with Dr. Ivy Alexander of 100 Questions and Answers About Menopause. Ms. Knight lives in Massachusetts with her husband, Tom Murphy, and their three children, Erin, Kyle and Kelsey. Ms. Knight is currently experiencing the symptoms of menopause firsthand.
Read Karla Knight, RN and Dr. Ivy Alexander's transcript(s) |
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| Kra, M.D., Siegfried 
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Dr. Sigfried Kra is a well-known
cardiologist, an associate clinical professor of medicine at the Yale School of Medicine,
and the author of numerous articles, textbooks and books for the lay reader. In his
groundbreaking new book, "What Every Woman
Must Know About Heart Disease," Warner Books, 1996, " Dr. Kra provides a
comprehensive, authoritative guide to heart disease that focuses on women's needs. You'll
learn the commonly overlooked symptoms that should serve as danger signals to you and your
doctor, stress-reducing exercises, the diet that can make a difference, the most effective
treatments - all the steps you can take to ensure you have the healthiest possible heart.
Visit Dr. Kra's Web site (designed by Dearest / ASWeb Design. |
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| Lamothe, Psy.D., Denise 
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Denise Lamothe is a New Hampshire licensed psychologist and a doctor of holistic health with a Docorate in Clinical Psychology and a doctorate in holistic health.
Dr. Lamothe has taught for the University of New Hampshire, New Hampshire Technical Institute, New England College and Antioch/New England Graduate School, as well as other public and private agencies. She is a member of the New Hampshire Psychological Association, the American Psychological Association and the Association for Women in Psychology.
Dr. Lamothe has been in private practice since 1981. She studied Self-in-Relation Theory, a theory of women's development. In her practice, she combines traditional and alternative methods to work "holistically" -- that is, with each client's physical, emotional, social and spiritual needs. Special areas of expertise include eating disorders, life transitions, midlife and menopause, alternative lifestyles, anxiety, depression and stress management. The author of The Taming Of The Chew:A Holistic Guide To Stopping Compulsive Eating, Dr. Lamothe has helped people with compulsive eating behaviors since she opened her practice and runs weekend retreats and workshops for people who struggle with this issue. Denise is Power Surge's Weight and Eating Issues Expert.
Currently, Dr. Lamothe resides in Epping, New Hampshire and is in private practice. Visit Denise's Web site.
Read Dr. Denise Lamothe's transcript(s) |
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| Lark, M.D., Susan 
| Dr. Susan M. Lark is one of the foremost
authorities on women's health and is the author of nine books with topics ranging from fibroid tumors and endometriosis to anxiety and stress management. Her books include, "The Estrogen
Decision Book -- Making The Estrogen
Decision" -- "Dr. Susan
Lark's Menopause Self-Help Book and "Dr. Susan Lark's
Anxiety & Stress Self-Help Book" Dr. Lark has been a noted authority on
women's health care and preventive medicine for over 20 years. She has been on the
clinical faculty of Stanford University Medical School, Division of Family and Community
Medicine, where she continues to lecture when she isn't seeing patients in her private
practice in Los Altos, California. Dr. Susan Lark has been featured in a variety of magazines including, McCall's, New Woman, Mademoiselle, Harper's Bazaar, Redbook, Lear's, Shape and Seventeen.
Read Dr. Susan Lark's transcript(s) |
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| LaRoche, Loretta 
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Loretta LaRoche has been involved in the
field of stress management for more than 30 years. She is an internationally known
lecturer whose presentations have been heard by such corporations as IBM and Reebok. In addition to lecturing, LaRoche has been the host of three PBS-TV specials, the first of which was nominated for a regional Emmy
award. Her down-to-earth, commonsense way of living has been lost in today's 'culture of busyness.' A graduate of Hofstra University, LaRoche married and started a famfly. After sixteen years of marriage, my husband and I divorced and I began an immense struggle of trying to support three children and a home." This led to the creation of LaRoche's wellness center, and her lecturing on wellness, led to her work with the Mind/Body Medical Institute,
an affiliate of Harvard Medical School. LaRoche now co-owns The Humor Potential with her
son. Currently, LaRoche lives with her husband, Bob, in southern Massachusetts, is the
proud matriarch of three grown children and nine grandchildren and the author of "Relax - You May
Only Have A Few Minutes Left: Using the Power of Humor to Overcome Stress" and "Life Is Not A Stress Rehearsal: Bringing Yesterday's Sane Wisdom into Today's Insane World." Be sure to visit Loretta's Web site.
Read Loretta LaRoche's transcript(s) |
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| Lee, M.D., John 
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John R. Lee, M.D. is internationally acknowledged as a pioneer and expert in the study and use of the hormone progesterone, and on the subject of hormone replacement therapy for women. He used transdermal progesterone extensively in his clinical practice for nearly a decade, doing research which showed that it can reverse osteoporosis. Dr. Lee has had a distinguished medical career, including graduating from Harvard and the University of Minnesota Medical School. He retired from a 30-year family practice in Northern California a few years ago and ever since has been writing and traveling around the world speaking to doctors, scientists and lay people about progesterone. Dr. Lee has taught a very popular course on "Optimal Health," at the College of Marin for 15 years. He is the author of the best-selling book, "What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Menopause; "What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Menopause: The Breakthrough Book on Natural Progesterone," and his newest, "What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Premenopause: Balance Your Hormones and Your Life from Thirty to Fifty
Dr. Lee is also the Editor of the John R. Lee, M.D. Medical Letter.
Power Surge extends its condolences to the family of Dr. John Lee, who passed away suddenly on Oct. 17, 2003.
Visit Dr. Lee's Web site.
Read Dr. John Lee's transcript(s) |
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| Libov, Charlotte 
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Char Libov is a professional speaker,
advocate and award-winning author on women's health issues. A veteran reporter and
freelance writer when, at the age of 40, she learned she had to undergo open-heart surgery and could find no resources on women's heart problems, she teamed with Cardiologist to co-author, Frederic Pashkow, "The Women's Heart Book: The Complete Guide To Keeping Your Heart Healthy and What To Do If Things Go Wrong." They've also co-authored, "50 Essential Things To Do When The Doctor Says It's Heart Disease." Both are published by Plume. I also helped create and am featured on "Women's Hearts At Risk," a one hour documentary broadcast by PBS this past year. My newest book is "Migraine: 50
Essential Things To Do. In seeking to raise awareness about women and heart disease, Char Libov founded National Women's Heart Health Day, February 1st. She serves on "The Difference In A Woman's Heart" medical advisory board, a national public awareness campaign supported by the American Heart Association and the American Medical Women's Association, and is the founder and editor of Women's Health Hot Line Newsletter and Web site.
Char says about Power Surge, "I'm always delighted to participate in Power Surge. Thanks to Dearest, there are always informative articles on hand and knowledgable guests on board, but to me, most important feature is that Power Surge provides women with a safe place to share their feelings and fosters sisterhood in the deepest, most positive sense."
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| Love, M.D., Susan 
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Dr. Susan Love, M.D., internationally known breast surgeon, women's health advocate and author of "Dr. Susan Love's Hormone Book: Making Informed Choices About Menopause," says of Power Surge, "It is one of the first, best and most informative communites for women." In her newest book, Dr. Love addresses the issues most on the minds of baby boomers today - how to deal with hot flashes and the many issues endemic to menopause. "The pharmaceutical industry and medical profession have characterized menopause as a "disease," best dealt with by a drug - Premarin, the most widely prescribed drug in America. However, women are not blindly accepting this, not any longer. At least, 20% of women given hormone prescriptions never fill them and 50% of women stop taking them within a year."
In Dr. Susan Love speaks not just as a doctor, but as a perimenopausal woman trying to make sense out of the confusing media reports, complex and contradictory scientific evidence and medical bias. She challenges the notion that every woman needs to take hormone drugs her whole life to prevent disease which may occur later in life. Dr. Love shows how scientists and doctors have overestimated the benefits and underestimated the risks of long-term hormone replacement therapy, such as the risk of breast cancer.
Respected by millions of women for her down-to-earth manner and willingness to tell the truth, she tackles the subject of menopause and hormone therapy with the same thoroughness she brought to her first book, the best-selling, "Dr. Susan Love's Breast Book," called "the bible" by The New York Times, changed the way women thought about breast cancer and helped launch a political movement.
Dr. Love does not stop with her fearless expose of the current situation. She goes on to explore in depth alternative approaches to symptom relief and prevention using the same rigorous scientific approach she applies to hormones. In addition, she provides the tools women need to make their own decisions -- including a detailed questionnaire to help women access their personal health history, lifestyle choices and prefernces, and the validation that they need to realize that can make them.
"Dr. Susan Love's Hormone Book: Making Informed Choices About Menopause" will change the way the world thinks about menopause. A renowned breast surgeon and an adjunct associate professor of clinical surgery at UCLA and director of the Santa Barbara Breast Cancer Institute. She was a member of the Medical Advisory Committee of the Women's Health Initiative, helping to guide the largest study ever on postmenopausal women in the country. Be sure to stop by www.susanlovemd.com
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| Lukeman, Ph.D., Alex 
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Dr. Alex Lukeman, a Ph. D. in psychology and a certified clinical hypnotherapist, has spent the past twenty years working in the field of dreams, sleep and health. He is the author of several dream and sleep books including his newest, Sleep Well, Sleep Deep: How Sleeping Well Can Change Your Life and "What Your Dreams Can Teach You." Dr. Lukeman has an in-depth background in psychology and over 20 years of experience in personal counseling and group facilitation. He has conducted many seminars, workshops and retreats focused on self-exploration and personal discovery. Alex has traveled extensively through Western and Eastern Europe and the Far East, as well as Russia, North Africa, India and Bhutan. He brings direct experience and understanding of the world's diverse cultures to his work. Dr. Lukeman received his Ph.D. in Psychology and is certified in Clinical Hypnotherapy. He resides in Fort Collins, Colorado, where he maintains a private practice in psychotherapy.
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| Lundberg, Gary and Joy 
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Gary B. Lundberg is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in private practice. Joy Saunders Lundberg has published numerous magazine articles, illustrated poetry pieces centered around the family, and written lyrics to more than 200 songs. A husband and wife team, who co-host a weekly radio show on relationships, "Morning Break with the Lundbergs" and conduct seminars and workshops nationwide. Gary is a licensed marriage and family therapist in private practice. Joy is a writer, speaker, lyricist and poet. They have appeared on major network news shows. Combining a psychotherapist's clinical expertise with anecdotes, case studies and how-to's, their book, I Don't Have
to Make Everything All Better presents six practical principles to empower others to solve their own problems while enriching relationships. Inspiring, entertaining, and timeless, this book is poised to become a classic guide to successful relationships and realistic peace of mind. The Lundberg's welcome E.mail at: garyjoy@email.com
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| Marcell, Jacqueline 
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Jacqueline Marcell is a former college professor and television executive, who after the experience of caring for her elderly parents became an author, publisher, radio host, national speaker, and advocate for eldercare awareness and reform. She is the devoted daughter in her riveting bestseller, Elder Rage, or Take My Father... Please! How to Survive Caring For Aging Parents, a Book-of-the-Month Club selection, which is being considered for a feature film.
Elder Rage has received 45+ prestigious endorsements, including: Hugh Downs, Regis Philbin, Dr. Dean Edell, Duke University Center for Aging, Johns Hopkins Memory Clinic, and the National Adult Day Services Association—who honored Jacqueline with their Media Award, for her tireless efforts to bring attention to the value of Adult Day Care.
Numerous publications have featured Jacqueline, including Prevention and Woman’s Day, but it was when she landed on the cover of AARP's Bulletin (circulation 22 million), that Elder Rage catapulted to national attention. The National Association of Women Business Owners will present Jacqueline with their “Advocate of the Year” award at their Remarkable Women Awards in October. Jacqueline also hosts the radio program “Coping with Caregiving”. For more information see: www.ElderRage.com
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| Marston, Stephanie 
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Stephanie Marston is a licensed family therapist with over 20 years experience in women's issues. She is a nationally recognized lecturer. She has conducted seminars for more than 100,000 women, parents and mental health professionals and frequently delivers keynote addresses, seminars and workshops to women's organizations and corporations.
Marston is also the critically acclaimed author of "The Magic of Encouragement" and "The Divorced Parent." She has written for several women's magazines and has appeared on national television programs including the Oprah Show. Her newest book is "If Not Now, When? Reclaiming Ourselves at Midlife," which addresses many of the questions of midlife women, such as "Who am I really?" What are my own real needs and dreams?" And, "If I'm not fulfilling them now, when will I?" These are just some of the defining questions women between the ages of 40 and 55 are asking. In her book, she addresses the spiritual, emotional and psychological dimensions of this challenging life stage.
Marston currently lives in Santa Fe, New Mexico, where she has a private practice focusing on women in midlife. Her Web site is at www.stephaniemarston.com
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| McDougall, John, M.D.
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Dr. John McDougall runs a nationally
renowned in-patient program at St. Helena Hospital in Santa Rosa, California, where his wife, Mary
McDougall, teaces cooking techniques. They are the authors of, "The McDougall
Plan, and "The McDougall Program:Twelve Days To Dynamic Health, plus "The McDougall Program For Maximum Weight Loss and numerous other books including his newest, "The McDougall Program For Women."
With his ground-breaking program, Dr. McDougall introduced his remarkable twelve-day plan. Building on the idea that the traditional meat-rich American diet is hazardous to our health, Dr. McDougall developed a medically sound, low-fat, starch-based diet that not only facilitates weight loss, but also reverses serious illness, without drugs, and provides a broad range of dramatic and lasting health benefits. Visit Dr. McDougall's Web site
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| Minkin, Mary Jane, M.D.
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Mary Jane Minkin, MD, is a board-certified obstetrician/gynecologist in private practice in New Haven, Conn., and a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Yale University School of Medicine.
Dr. Minkin is a recipient of the Irving Friedman Award, given by Yale School of Medicine's Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology for excellence in clinical abilities and patient care, and has twice been awarded the Resident's Teaching Award for best community attending physician.
She is lead author or coauthor of articles in numerous peer-reviewed journals and coauthor of What Every Woman Needs to Know About Menopause, Yale University Press, 1996. She also gives lectures to a menopause support group called Red Hot Mamas. Her newest book is The Yale Guide to Women's Reproductive Health: From Menarche to Menopause
Dr. Minkin lives in Connecticut with her husband and two children.
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| Moskowitz, Deborah, D.N.
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"Hi! I'm Dr. Deb, a naturopathic physician who specializes in women's health and sports medicine. I graduated from National College of Naturopathic Medicine in 1993 and am two-thirds of the way through a masters degree in Chinese medicine. I live with my husband and son in Portland, Oregon . In addition to my private practice, I work for a company that specializes in natural health care products for menopausal women, Transitions For Health. "Dr. Deb" Moskowitz received her undergraduate degree in biology/psychology from Vassar College in 1985, after which she worked in the field of biomedical research for several years. In 1993, she graduated with a doctorate degree from National College of Naturopathic Medicine. While continuing studies toward a Master's degree in Chinese medicine, she maintained a family practice with an emphasis on women's health and sports medicine. A part of Transitions For Health since 1994, Dr. Moskowitz feels it is essential to maintain a sense of balance in one's life and values the opportunity to help women learn more about their bodies and how to stay healthy now and in
the years ahead. Dr. Moskowitz says of her visit to Power Surge, "I had a wonderful time as a Power Surge guest and hope to find myself there again soon."
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| Miller, Fred L.
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Fred L. Miller is an Author, Speaker, Coach & Yoga Teacher. He Speaks & Conducts unique programs in the areas of For Love of Work, Developing A Personal Spiritual Practice, Effective Decision Making, Accessing Your Creativity, and Everyday Courage. Author of How To Calm Down: Three Deep Breaths To Peace of Mind. You can calm yourself down in seconds, anytime, anywhere by following a simple exercise called "Three Deep Breaths." Fred earned a BA in Communications from San Francisco State University, and is currently completing an MA in Organizational Psychology. He is a certified Executive Coach and also holds certificates from the California State Bar Association to teach Meditation as Stress Management to attorneys, and from the American Viniyoga Institute and the Grief Recovery Institute. He is a member of the National Speakers Association, International Coach Federation, Professional Coaches and Mentors Association (Board Member), Writers Guild of America, Directors Guild of America, and International Association of Yoga Therapists. Fred’s professional work experience includes 25 years in management and creative positions in the entertainment industry as an author, writer, producer and director. He is writing a new book – Yoga for Common Aches & Pains. Visit Fred Miller's Web site.
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| Moss, Susan
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Susan Moss began saving lives as a teenager working as a lifeguard. At the University of Nevada she graduated with honors receiving a B.A. in Art and Psychology. She helped establish a suicide prevention clinic in 1966 with Dr. James B. Nichols. Susan Moss is an exhibiting artist worldwide, in both public and private collections. Her work can be seen at Forum Gallery in NYC, Ruth Bachofner Gallery, Santa Monica, CA;
Bobbie Greenfield, Venic, CA; Manny Silverman Gallery in Los Angeles. Some of the characters in her gene pool include art dealers, Frank and Klaus Perls, Psychologist, Fritz Perls, Artist, Max Ernst, as well as many women physicians. Of her new book, "Keep Your
Breasts: Preventing Breast Cancer the Natural Way" Susan Moss says, "It is a practical way to beat cancer; physician approved! Cancer is a malfunction of the body, not a disease as we oft commonly think of one. Even in cases of a family history of cancer, the individual's personal well-being and health will determine when, or if at all, there is an
onset of cancer. This book examines my and others' histories of battling cancer and gives puts the latest research and investigations into a perspective everyone can comprehend and actually use. Give your doctor this book and
work together to defeat this ultimate of all foes. Or, prevent cancer before it is let into your body."
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| Northrup, M.D., Christiane 
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Christiane Northrup, M.D. is a pioneer in the field of women's health. A graduate of Dartmouth Medical School, and a board-certified obstetrician-gynecologist with nearly 20 years of clinical and medical teaching experience, she was also a co-founder of Women To Women, an innovative healthcare center for women in Yarmouth, Maine in 1986, and a past president of the American Holistic Medical Association. This background has given Dr. Northrup her unique perspective on how to help women heal themselves and learn to create health daily vs. living in fear of illness. She has articulated in an original and thought-provoking manner such issues as
the difference between healing and curing, and why disease screening is not the same thing as creating health in many arenas, including her PBS-TV series.
Dr. Northrup is the author of the best-selling book, " Women's Bodies, Women's Wisdom" and is also the editor of the highly successful monthly newsletter, "Health Wisdom For Women. With more than 270,000 copies of the original "Women's Bodies, Women's Wisdom in print and having has emerged as a new classic guide to women's physical and emotional well-being. This completely revised, "Women's Bodies, Women's Wisdom : Creating Physical and Emotional Health and Healing" edition offers solutions women trust for their most pressing health concerns. The book explores true contemporary medicine--bringing together the best conventional treatments and the full range of alternative therapies with the individual's own natural healing power. There is also an audio cassette available of Women's Bodies,
Women's Choices."
Dr. Northrup lives in Yarmouth, Maine.
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| Ojeda, Ph.D., Linda
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Linda Ojeda is the author of the very popular, "Menopause Without
Medicine." Although noted for her work in women's health initiatives, Linda Ojeda is a recognized authority on a wide variety of issues which focus on the importance of nutrition as a basis for healthy living. She has a varied background of traditional and non-traditional training, education and independent research, both in the United States and the U.K. After receiving her Ph.D. in Nutrition, she pursued a career as a nutritional educator with a natural weight-loss organization,
followed by intensive work with a local medically-supervised weight-loss program.
Linda has written several books - "Exclusively Female," in the early 80's pioneered
the nutritional approach for relief of PMS and other menstrual disorders; "Menopause Without
Medicine," first published in 1989 (with three subsequent editions). The latest version is fully updated with information about natural sources of estrogen, including phytoestrogens; how mood swings are affected by diet and personality; the latest research on hormone replacement therapy [HRT], osteoporosis, breast cancer and heart disease. Ojeda's upbeat approach empowers women, giving them a clear understanding of menopausal changes and debunking negative cultural attitudes about menopause and aging. She thoroughly examines the hormone therapy debate, suggests natural remedies for the issues endemic to menopause.
In the TIME Magazine cover story, "The Estrogen Dilemma," Linda Ojeda is the only non-physician authority quoted. From the article, "Many of the 'alternative' practitioners around the country are suggesting that women seek estrogen from dietary sources. San Francisco nutritionist, Linda Ojeda, author of Menopause Without Medicine, advocates soybeans, which contain a natural progesterone as well as estrogen. Linda Ojeda did her own radio talk show, "Healthy. . . by Design." Recent television appearances include frequent spots on CNBC's "Alive And Wellness" program broadcast nationally through NBC's cable affiliates.
Ojeda says, "Power Surge was a wonderful learning experience. It got me involved in the internet and for that I am grateful. I probably would not have jumped in so soon otherwise. It was also fun meeting these bright, caring women. Most of all, I met you, Alice. For that I am MOST grateful. You have provided a place for women to get the most current info on menopause as well as vent their personal fears and concerns. And YOU, Dearest, are so loved and respected as their fearless leader."
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| Pearl, C.S.W., Sue |
Sue Pearl, a Licensed Clinical Social
Worker, has been a practicing psychotherapist for the past 13 years. She has designed
and facilitated workshops on many topics, including women's empowerment, dealing with your
emotions, and building self esteem. Her counseling and her workshops are enriched by her
unique approach to spirituality. Sue merged her practice with that of Dr. Diane Eisman and her Cadiologist husband, Dr. Eugene Eisman. Recognizing the importance of focusing on mind, body and spirit, they are dedicated to caring for people holistically.
Her practice has a wide base, treating depression, anxiety, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Chronic Fatique Syndrome and Fibromyalgia, as well as those going through life passages. Sue and Diane have a special interest in assisting women in the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual aspects of menopause. Sue is also a certified clinical hypnotherapist. During the course of her practice she has developed an eclectic approach to psychotherapy, embracing a wide range of techniques, as well as creating her own methods. |
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| Peeke, M.D., M.P.H., F.A.C.P., Pamela 
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Pamela Peeke, M.D., M.P.H., F.A.C.P., is a clinical assistant professor of medicine at the University of Maryland School of Medicine and a Pew Foundation Scholar in Nutrition and Metabolism. Dr. Peeke is a regular in-studio medical commentator for the national networks and CNN, and has appeared on Oprah, Larry King Live, The View, The Today Show, Dateline, PrimeTime, and others. She is the Chief Medical Correspondent for Nutrition and Fitness with Discovery Health TV and the physician behind their National Body Challenge series and is medical director for the National Women's Health Resource Center. Dr. Peeke regularly contributes to and is quoted in numerous magazines. Author of numerous books, her bestselling, Fight Fat After Forty, presented groundbreaking research describing how chronic stress contributes to weight gain and threatens the length and quality of life after the age of forty, Dr. Peeke has become known as the scientist who first presented the scientific basis of the "stress-fat" connection to the American public, raising awareness about this potentially life threatening medical condition.
Dr. Peeke's newest book is Body for Life for Women: A Woman's Plan for Physical and Mental Transformation. According to Peeke, "women are up to their ovaries in stress" as they try to care give everyone in their lives. As consummate ruminators and perfectionists, women are psychologically hard wired to make their quest for self care even more difficult. Peeke's experience in working with women of all ages proved to her that women have unique female traits that prevent them from keeping both physically and mentally fit. "I knew from my practice that the most successful plan for today's women would factor in the realities of a woman's whole life-the full-time job, the endless care giving, the stress that comes with trying to do it all," Peeke writes. "And, most clearly of all, it would address the issues of emotional eating and poor body image-issues with which many women struggle on a daily basis."
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| Penn, M.A., Roberta |
"Licensed Psychologist . Psychotherapist-
Palpitating through menopause was my link to Power Surge and my cyber-friendship with
Dearest. The support, information, education, camaraderie of those chat sessions were
wonderful, as well as the email tips that followed. As a practicing psychologist, I can
honestly say that I have referred many women to the support systems that are available in
the cyberworld, especially Power Surge, but other medical and life condition support
groups as well. "Thanks to Dearest for the growth of this human service
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| Perry, George 
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George Perry is a London-born author, journalist, and movie critic and has written more than 25 books on entertainment and cinema. Currently he serves as President of the London Critic's Circle and has also served on several international film festival juries. He resides in London where for 12 years he was the film editor of the London Sunday Times. In the lavishly illustrated Magic Movie Moments, distinguished film critic, George Perry, brings together 101 all-time masterpieces that span the history of film--from Modern Times to Star Wars, from Casablanca to Thelma and Louise, from Psycho to The Shining. Page after page of witty captions packed with Hollywood history and gossip. This wondrous and original collection of favorite screen moments will enthrall all, from film buffs to casual movie goers, but be careful not to let anyone borrow this book if you ever want to see it again.
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| Pertot, Sandra, Ph.D. 
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Sandra Pertot, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist and sex therapist in private practice. She has been published in Woman's Day, Penthouse, and many publications in Australia where she lives. Dr. Pertot's new book, Perfectly Normal: Living and Loving with Low Libido, rejects the current notion that a "healthy" sex life means frequent and exciting. Instead, individuals fall along a wide spectrum of interest in sex and low libido does not necessarily mean sexual dysfunction. If you feel like you wouldn't care if you never had sex again, you're not alone. The largest group of people seeking sex therapy is women who feel there must be something wrong with them because they don't have the urgent sex drive that they believe everybody is supposed to have. In Perfectly Normal, Dr. Sandra Pertot dismisses that theory. She believes that there are many ordinary and logical reasons why you might not want to have sex--and provides practical solutions to everyday sexual problems. She doesn't offer a cure for low libido but rather an approach for making your sex life the best it can be with what you've got. In Perfectly Normal, you'll find specific tips on discovering your sexual potential, including how to: Explore your ability to have orgasms, Stay focused during sex, Practice fantasizing, Appreciate your body, Identify what gets you interested in sex--and what turns you off.
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| PETA:People For The Ethical Treatment Of Animals |
Dr. Imogene Rodgers ( see her bio) says of
PETA, " As the world's
largest animal rights group, PETA believes that animals, as sentinent individuals, are not
ours to eat, wear, experiment on, or use for entertainment. PETA does not accept that a
difference in species alone, any more than a difference in race or sex, can justify wanton
exploitation or oppression in the name of science, food, sport, entertainment or clothing
or for any financial gain. As a scientist with 20 years of experience in cancer research
and risk assessment, I agree with these positions. "I have heard the tired
arguments of vivisectors that animal rights activists impede important research. This
cherry-picking approach ignores two important issues. Each year hundreds of millions of
animals are maimed, tortured, and killed for worthless research meant only to satisfy the
publish-or-perish syndrome at universities. And animal testing is time consuming and
expensive. Virtually all of the chemicals we encounter in our environment have not been
adequately tested in ANY species. Alternative test methods are cheaper and more efficient.
Had our government spent a fraction of the money it has wasted on the Joe Six-packs of
research, we would have much more information about the safety of our food supply, drugs,
air, and water. Yes, I am a scientist who is opposed to vivisection; in the long haul, it
doesn't make economic or moral sense." |
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| Petracek, Laura, Ph.D. 
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Laura Petracek, Ph.D., is assistant professor of clinical psychology at National University in Sacramento, CA. She maintains a private practice in San Francisco and is a certified treatment provider for the San Francisco Department of Probation. She is a member of the American Psychological Association, the National Association of Alcohol and Drug Addiction Counselors, and the Nation Association of Social Workers.
Dr. Petracek's new book, The Anger Workbook for Women: How to Keep Your Anger from Undermining Your Self-Esteem, Your Emotional Balance, and Your Relationships. This workbook addresses the unique concerns of women with anger problems. "Rigid social patterning conditions many women to stifle or deny their anger, and this repression can cause a range of other psychological problems. Others experience violent, outwardly focused anger." Whichever pattern your anger follows, this book provides a powerful set of anger management tools. Cognitive behavioral and attitude adjustment exercises help you limit the power of anger-triggering situations. Worksheets and assessments guide you in an examination of family-of-origin issues that might contribute to your problems with anger. Sections of the workbook explore the connection between anger and substance abuse, mood disorders, and spirituality, as well as the issue of domestic violence.
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| Plourde, M.A., Elizabeth 
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Elizabeth Plourde is the author of Hysterectomy & Ovary Removal: What All Women Need to Know. She is a licensed Clinical Laboratory Scientist, with a B.S. in Biological Science, a M.A. in Psychology, and is currently completing her Ph.D. This training is augmented by invaluable experience gained while working for cutting-edge medical research laboratories for over a decade. Her well-rounded education and professional expertise provided the necessary background to research the "standard medical practices" offered to women today, and the ability to convey a new level of understanding for women's health care in the 21st century.
While dispelling many myths in her informative and revealing book, Hysterectomy & Ovary Removal, you will learn how sexual hormones influence the entire body and preserve every woman's life-long vibrant health. You will learn how your body has its own built-in anti-oxidants and anti-depressants and understand why today's "standard medical practices" of tubal ligations, hysterectomies, and ovary removal can set women up for future sexual dysfunction, heart disease, osteoporosis, depression, fibromyalgia, and bowel and bladder dysfunctions. You will gain many insights into the perplexing decisions regarding Hormone Replacement Therapy and enjoy smoother sailing in your relationships, as both women and their loved ones learn that there are answers for the imbalanced or insufficient hormones, which can alter women's capacity to function in the world. Read more about Elizabeth's research and personal hysterectomy experience.
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| Pogrebin, Letty Cottin 
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Author, Lecturer, Media Personality and co-founder of MS Magazine, Letty Cottin Pogrebin's ninth and newest book,
"Getting Over
Getting Older: An Intimate Journey" covers the myriad of issues with which women in their 'prime' [past 40] cope with in the way of health issues, psychological, political, menopause, etc. Letty's other books range from
"Deborah, Golda, And Me:Being Female and Jewish in America," to "Among Friends," "Family Politics," "Growing Up Free, Getting Yours," "How To Make It In A Man's World and the newly revised
"Free To Be, You And Me," written with Marlo Thomas and Gloria Steinhem.
As co-founder of MS. Magazine, Letty served as Editor from 1971 to 1987 and still as a Contributing Editor. You'll find Letty listed among Who's Who In America, Who's Who Among American Women and dozens of other "Who's Who" lists. She's been affiliated with a vast array of distinguished publications as Contributing Editor and/or columnist, such as The Nation, MS, Family Circle, Ladies Home Journal, Harpers Bazaar, Glamour, Good Housekeeping, Seventeen, Cosmopolitan, The New York Times, Travel, New York Newsday, New York Daily News, Washington Post, Boston Globe, Philadelphia Inquirer and many other publications. Pogrebin has also contributed to numerous textbooks and anthologies.
Consultant on the 'Free To Be You And Me" production for which Letty was honored
with an Emmy Award for her work with Marlo Thomas, who narrated FTBYAM. Letty also travels
around the country lecturing on such subjects as women, politics, Judaism and the Middle
East, to name only a few. Letty is involved in numerous civic and professional activities. She resides with her husband, Bertrand B. Pogrebin, an attorney, in New York City. They are the parents of three grown children.
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| Quincy, M.D., Cheryl 
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"I'm in Private Practice, with my husband and
several good friends, in Northern California. I've been a medical doctor for 25 years, originally specializing in Geriatrics and teaching (Associate Professor of Medicine...) at a Texas Medical School. After 10 years of that, my husband and family moved (home) to Northern California to do personal, transformational, integrative, medicine and healing. We now are a group of 8 physicians, still practicing client centered, educational, friendly, hands-on, medicine, and having fun doing it in Community. Its probably typically California; we live on an organic farm, raise veggies and sheep (for wool), and produce a few workshops. I believe people can be their own healers if they can find a good model of the process and learn to use it creatively. My interest in Menopause started simultaneously (coincidently) with my first conscious hot flash, aka, power surge (yes!) afew years ago. I'm currently researching the role choices for the post-estrus adult woman -- sort of a cultural anthropology of the future! It's us.
"I loved Power Surge! I'm very glad to participate, and will do so again at your invitation. Always a good time to share with women in the same 'spaces". We'll get it figured out
together, or not at all." |
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| Raffel, Lee, MSW 
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Lee Raffel, MSW, author of the book
"Should I Stay or Go? How
Controlled Separation (CS) Can Save Your Marriage," has 27 years of experience
as a psychotherapist, specializing in couple counseling. She is a clinical member of the American
Association for Marriage and Family Therapy, a clinical hypnotherapist, and board certified diplomate
in clinical social work, psychotherapy and behavioral medicine. She is a frequent radio and television
guest and has hosted a program: Should I Stay or Go?: Straight Talk About Troubled Relationships for
Renaissance Radio -- North American Broadcasting Company. She has been interviewed for the "Today"
show on NBC and has been featured in the Chicago Tribune. Lee continues her private practice through Awareness Counseling Services, Inc., Port Washington, Wisconsin. As founder of Fresh Perspectives Training Institute, she also presents personal and professional development programs for organizations including the Medical College of Wisconsin, University of Wisconsin-Madison, and Family Therapy Training Institute of Milwaukee. Her provocative insights and timely solutions show us how a healthier resolution of the stay-or-go impasse can be achieved.
Be sure to stop by and Visit Lee Raffel's Web site
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| Rako, M.D., Susan 
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Susan Rako, M.D., author of the
groundbreaking
"The Hormone of
Desire: The Truth About Sexuality, Menopause, and Testosterone" is the
pre-eminent authority on testosterone deficiency and supplementation for women in menopause or following hysterectomy or chemotherapy. Dr. Rako has been a psychiatrist in private practice in the Boston area for the past 25 years. She both trained and taught at Harvard Medical School's Massachusetts Mental Health Center, a teaching hospital in the department of Psychiatry. With developed interests in writing and film, Dr. Rako earned a master's degree in film from Boston University's College of Communication in 1988, just before her hormones crashed. Her search and discovery in the medical archives of a body of information linking testosterone to women's sexuality led to her writing her book and to conducting workshops to teach women how to take care of themselves and to find the medical attention they need and deserve for health and quality of life.
Dr. Rako's work has been featured in "Mirabella" "Elle" (Nov 96), "American Health" "Body Smart" and NBC's "Dateline." Stop by and visit The Hormone Of Desire Web site (designed by ASWeb Design (Dearest).
Rako says, "Power Surge and its founder, Dearest, provide a unique service to women in our
prime -- compassionate company and intelligent, responsible information -- and I am
honored to be a part of the network of guests."
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| Randolph, M.D., C.W. 
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Dr. C.W. (Randy) Randolph is internationally recognized for his natural medicine approach to women’s health concerns. As a trained pharmacist and Board Certified practicing gynecologist, Dr. Randolph has treated thousands of women suffering from the symptoms of hormone imbalance. For more than a decade, Dr. Randolph has built a sound foundation of clinical evidence to support the safety and efficacy of human-identical hormones (e.g. estrogens, progesterone, testosterone) vs. synthetic hormone replacement therapies (HRT).
With devastating reports coming out about synthetic hormones, Dr. C.W. Randolph, Jr. was urged to write, From Hormone Hell to Hormone Well: Discover Human-Identical Hormones as a Safe & Effective Treatment for PMS, Perimenopause, Menopause or Hysterectomy. This book helps women around the world understand how their bodies can be treated effectively by using human-identical natural hormones - written for women suffering from the symptoms associated with PMS, perimenopause, menopause, or hysterectomy. With more than 38,000,000 women now hitting the perimenopause or menopausal years, Dr. Randolph offers safe and effective treatments for weight gain, depression, osteoporosis, mood swings, premature aging, breast health, hot flashes, low sex drive, fluid retention, and fatigue.
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| Rice, Rochelle 
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Rochelle Rice has a master's degree in plus-size exercise from the Gallatin School of Individualized Study at New York University. She is certified by the American Counsel on Exercise (ACE) and is a member of the American Anorexia Bulimia Association (AABA). She serves on the board of directors for the National Association for the Advancement of Fat Acceptance (NAAFA). Rochelle is the author of Real Fitness for Real Women: A Unique Workout Program For The Plus-Size Woman.
She is a writer, teacher, activist, lifestyle consultant and movement therapist. She is the president and creative energy behind In Fitness & In Health, the lifestyle choice of movement for women worldwide whose appetite for life is anything but petite. Rice is a leader in the fight to end stereotyping and discrimination practice for an under represented majority of real women with real sized bodies. She embraces life and help others to move beyond the small prejudice of a size seduced world into the flow of possibilities that should exist for all people. My belief is that self-esteem, a sense of personal purpose, size of spirit and bigness of heart are the true measures of a life well lived.
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| Richardson, M.D., Marcie 
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Marcie Richardson, M.D. went to Med School at UCSD, and trained in Ob-Gyn at Beth Israel, a Harvard Hospital in Boston. She has been in practice in Massachusetts since 1979, first in private practice and then associated with an HMO -- "I got tired of being on call every third night -- which is now reinventing itself as a multi-speciality group as the insurance business has gotten more and more odious."
A board certified OB-GYN and a generalist, Marcie has developed a personal and professional interest in menopause over the last decade. She is the co-director of the Harvard Vanguard Menopause Consultation Service- where "we see women with difficult menopause issues." She is also am on the board of the North American Menopause Society, a national organization devoted to the issues of menopause and beyond. Marcie has a long-term interest in consumer education and has helped write many pieces for her group. On the advisory board of the Harvard Women's Health Watch, a monthly health news letter for women, Dr. Richardson recently helped Harvard Health Publications put out a special report, "Menopause; Managing the Change of Life." Marcie says of her work, "Helping individual patients have more healthy lives is still my passion."
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