Outliving Your Ovaries…

Outliving Your Ovaries: An Endocrinologist Weighs The Risks and Rewards of Treating Menopause With Hormone Replacement Therapy

By Dr. Marina Johnson –

“Outliving Your Ovaries: An Endocrinologist Weighs The Risks And Rewards Of Treating Menopause With Hormone Replacement Therapy” is a long overdue guidebook with new, break-through research that helps women evaluate Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) so they can maximize their overall health and quality of life.

“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 topical bioidentical hormones are safer than the most commonly prescribed hormones. In her book, she gives poignant, clinical stories from her 29 years of 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. ‘Outliving Your Ovaries’ helps a woman evaluate the risks and benefits of HRT in clear, easy-to-understand terms so that she can better work with her own physician to determine what’s right for her.

It’s been estimated that 6000 women in the U.S. become menopausal every day. That is four women every minute! According to the US Census statistics, 50 million women are expected to be menopausal by the year 2020. In spite of these vast numbers, because every woman goes through menopause, it is often not even considered a medical problem. Fewer than 20 percent of American post-menopausal women take hormones. Of those women given prescriptions for hormones, half of them discontinue therapy after the first year.

Estrogen deficiency is associated with increases in heart disease, Alzheimer’s disease, osteoporosis and many other medical conditions that markedly affect both the quality and quantity of a woman’s life. Why do women deny themselves the benefits of hormones? Dr. Johnson contends it is fear and misinformation. While there are some risks from estrogen, it’s important to emphasize there are more risks from NOT taking estrogen. Heart disease kills more women each year (352,000) than the next 16 causes of death combined, including diabetes, all forms of cancer, AIDS and accidents.

“Finally, a clear concise prescription for women as they navigate the challenges of menopause. Debunking misconceptions, Dr. Johnson provides a roadmap for health and vitality in what can be truly golden years.” says Catherine Crier, Journalist, former Judge and best-selling author.

“A must read for all women!” says Joni Lamb, Host & Co-Founder of Daystar Television Network.

“Outliving Your Ovaries is a well written book that will help empower women to make educated choices about the use of postmenopausal hormone therapy.”

Alan M. Altman M.D.
Medical Coordinator “Hot Flash Havoc” – the Movie www.hotflashhavoc.net
President International Society for the Study of Women’s Sexual Health (ISSWSH)

“Dr. Marina Johnson’s book ‘Outliving Your Ovaries’ is an absolute must read for all adult females. It should also be read by all healthcare providers who administer wellness advice to females. The Johnson Menopause Method™ is evidence based and backed up by years of clinical experience. Her advice is anchored in science and delivered in a personalized manner. She tackles a very controversial subject with logic that is easy to understand. Her book delivers clarity to the menopausal hormone replacement therapy issue. It is a refreshing vision of a frequently misunderstood subject.”

Dr. Bradley F. Bale
Co-Founder of the Bale/Doneen Method
Assistant Clinical Professor Texas Tech School of Medicine

Outliving Your Ovaries: An Endocrinologist Weighs The Risks and Rewards of Treating Menopause With Hormone Replacement Therapy Copyright 2011

Marina Johnson, M.D., F.A.C.E., a UCLA-USC trained physician, is a board-certified endocrinologist and pharmacist with no ties to any pharmaceutical company. She’s the medical director of the Institute of Endocrinology and Preventive Medicine in Dallas, Texas. In her 29 years of clinical practice, she’s managed over 100,000 female patient visits. She’s appeared on Joni’s Table Talk on Daystar Television Network, The Balancing Act on Lifetime Television and the Daybreak USA radio show. Website: http://www.drmarinajohnsonstore.com/