From perimenopause to menopause with confidence
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| Sunday, August 3, 2025 |
| 9:00 AM - 9:40 AM |
| Pyrmont Theatre |
Details
Perimenopause is under recognised, and menopause remains undertreated. Despite the availability of effective therapies, many women still hesitate to seek treatment due to lingering fears from outdated studies linking hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to breast cancer. This session will explore how pharmacists and health professionals can better support women by amplifying their voices, improving access to diagnosis and treatment, and providing evidence-based therapeutic education. Gain insights into patient experiences, learn about the latest menopause treatments, and discover how to counsel and support women through this significant life stage confidently.
Learning objectives
- Recognise the challenges in diagnosing and managing perimenopause and menopause.
- Discuss patient perspectives on menopause and how health professionals can better support women’s experiences.
- Describe evidence-based treatments, including HRT, and address common misconceptions.
Competency standards (2016): 1.6, 2.1, 3.5, 3.6
Speakers
Dr Therese (Terri) Foran
Sexual Health Physician
University of NSW
From perimenopause to menopause with confidence
Biography
Dr Terri Foran is a Sexual Health Physician with a special clinical interest in contraception, menopause and the management of sexually transmitted infections. She has had numerous publications in these fields. Dr Foran holds the position of Conjoint Senior Lecturer in the School of Women’s and Children’s Health at UNSW Sydney, where she is regularly involved in the teaching of undergraduate students. She has worked in both private and public clinical practice, most recently as a Visiting Medical Officer at the Menopause Hub established at the Royal Hospital for Women in Randwick. She is a current Board member of the Australasian Menopause Society. She also has a particular interest in postgraduate clinical education and has presented at both National and International conferences as well as hosting regular podcasts for HealthEd on topics related to sexual and reproductive health.
