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What a lovely surprise to have this beautiful plant dropped off by a great friend today as a gift to our clinic. It’s such an encouragement when you step into a new venture to have friends cheering you on and reinforcing our vision to put women’s health front and central. Happy Friday everyone! #connection #womenshealth
We often see women looking for solutions to worsening PMS (pre menstrual syndrome) or PMDD (premenstrual dysphoric disorder). The combined pill is often offered as a solution but there are also some helpful lifestyle changes and there is evidence for the supplement agnus castus. Please note this advice is general in nature and doesn’t replace getting individualised medical advice from your usual practitioner. 😊 https://www.pms.org.uk #PMDD #PMS #womenshealth
A quick demo about using transdermal testosterone AndroFeme 1 which can be tricky to get into the syringe at times! Hack is to draw up more than you need and then push the extra back into the tube to get to the correct 0.5 or 1 ml dose. Apply to upper outer thigh and wait 4 hrs before going swimming or showering. Note AndroFeme contains almond oil so care if you have tree nut allergies. See Product Info for detailed advice. #womenshealth #testosterone
Perimenopause is a time of fluctuating oestrogen levels and quite frequently hormone levels can be entirely normal which can be perplexing for everyone. In fact it’s only recommended to check hormone levels to rule out early or premature menopause. If a woman is 45 yrs or older the diagnosis is clinical ie done on symptoms that can include irregular periods, insomnia, mood changes, hot flushes, night sweats, joint aches, low libido, tiredness and so on. Every woman is different in the range of symptoms she will experience and it’s good to check in with your GP to exclude any other potential causes of symptoms such as thyroid disorders or diabetes. #womenshealth #perimenopause
Today we celebrated the official opening of Elara Menopause & Women’s Health and honoured to welcome the Honourable Meredith Hammat WA Minister for Health, Mental health and Preventive Health and Tom French MP for Moore. It was so lovely to be with everyone who has been part of the Elara journey from when I first thought how great it would be to bring a GP led women’s health multidisciplinary team to the northern suburbs to 14 weeks in and seeing patients coming from as far as Kununurra and Carnarvon to see us! Next up we have two new doctors joining our team and our pelvic floor physiotherapist will be doing on site sessions. Plus looking at second location in Vic Park…. watch this space! #WomensHealth
There’s a lot in social media about testosterone for women’s low libido and other wellbeing benefits. What’s important is to understand where the evidence sits. There is good randomised controlled trial data that demonstrates benefit for low libido in post menopausal data and evidence of safety. We don’t have evidence for perimenopausal or premenopause. We do however have emerging evidence or clinician experience which in many cases is positive. There are limitations to this though as there can be a placebo effect and lack of long term safety data. We do sometimes prescribe in these situations off license with careful counselling about the limitations of what we currently know about the medication. There are trials going on now in perimenopausal women so watch this space! #womenshealth #testosterone #perimenopause
I see many women with low libido wondering if their testosterone level has dropped and if they should therefore be considering testosterone therapy. It’s a slightly controversial area but international guidelines and recent research by Professor Susan Davis does not support diagnosing low testosterone in women as there seems to be poor correlation between levels and libido. Testosterone is licensed for low libido or HSDD hypoactive sexual desire disorder in post menopausal women and we sometimes use it during perimenopause too for the same indication. We do test blood testosterone before commencing treatment and it’s important that it’s checked 3-6 weeks after starting and regularly thereafter. #testosterone #perimenopause #womenshealth
Jean Hailes in partnership with the RACGP have launched the new Endometriosis Management Plan with the goal of improving care for women with endometriosis and chronic pelvic pain. The plan provides a structured approach to care and clear evidence based management options and resources. Recently we have seen patients with endometriosis in our clinic struggling with chronic pelvic pain that is affecting their mental health and wellbeing. It has been rewarding to be able to provide treatment options to manage endometriosis flare ups and suggest alternative approaches. It's really important as general practitioners that we understand the full range of treatment options available beyond the contraceptive pill and simple analgesia and to involve our allied health team as referral to a pelvic floor physiotherapist can be invaluable to a patient struggling with persistent pelvic pain.
Exciting news! Our exercise physiologist Marli Rabe is commencing on site sessions at Elara from this coming Thursday! Marli is an Accredited Exercise Physiologist with a special interest in women’s health. She is passionate about helping women feel confident and capable when participating in physical activity and exercise, particularly when navigating persistent symptoms or complex health conditions. She is currently completing a Master of Medical and Health Science by Research at Edith Cowan University. Her research explores physical activity participation and exercise support for women living with endometriosis, with the aim of improving access to appropriate and individualised exercise care. Marli’s clinical interests include women’s health, osteoporosis, disability and injury rehabilitation. She also delivers the ONERO osteoporosis exercise program at Möbius Health & Performance and has experience supporting people across a range of clinical populations. Her passion for exercise physiology stems from a lifelong involvement in sport and a strong appreciation for the role movement can play in improving health, function and quality of life. Having navigated her own health challenges, Marli understands that participating in exercise is not always straightforward. Her approach to care is individualised and grounded in a biopsychosocial understanding of health. She considers not only a person’s physical symptoms, but also their confidence, lifestyle, environment and personal goals. Marli aims to create a supportive environment in which exercise feels safe, achievable and relevant to each individual. Marli is based at Möbius Health & Performance in Joondalup. Qualifications • Bachelor of Science (Exercise Science and Rehabilitation) - Accredited Exercise Physiology • Master of Medical and Health Science by Research — currently completing
Our amazing naturopath Tracy describes one of her favourite self care strategies which is cold water 💦 dipping - she is a committed dipper doing this 5 times per week increasing to daily in summer! She finds this a great boost for her energy and mood! #womenshealth #coldwatertherapy #WomensHealthWeek
We were made very welcome today by Mineral Resources who invited Elara’s Menopause In The Workplace Team to deliver a talk on all things perimenopause and menopause as part of Women’s Health Week and to raise awareness of how symptoms can affect workers. We also heard from their on site GP and their head of mental health about the support available for MinRes staff. It was so encouraging to hear how much amazing support is available for their staff team. For more information about Elara’s workplace programs check out our website. https://elaraperth.com.au/services/menopause-and-the-workplace/
Many people are not aware what Naturopaths do so here’s Tracy Gaibisso (Elara’s Naturopath) giving a general overview. Naturopathy is a 4 year degree and many naturopaths do post graduate training afterwards to continue learning. Naturopaths seek to understand the underlying causes for symptoms and use natural approaches that can work alongside pharmacological treatments. Tracy has a special interest in reproductive health particularly menopause, endometriosis and fertility. While Naturopaths in Australia are not subject to mandatory registration under AHPRA like medical doctors they still have to abide by the National Code of Conduct for Health Care Workers, and their association’s code of conduct. As a clinical naturopath both current medical research is used alongside traditional and emerging modalities to guide clinical application and offer patients complementary support alongside a trusted healthcare provider. Tracy is available on Wednesday & Thursdays at Elara Joondalup. Book online or phone 6500 0560. https://elaraperth.com.au #womenshealth #naturopath
How to tell the difference between mid life brain fog and dementia. The key difference is that with brain fog you can still function normally albeit mental processes may take longer and if you undertook a cognitive test with your GP it would be normal. Symptoms also tend to fluctuate and do not get progressively worse. With early dementia symptoms are more marked, progressive, lead to a clear decline in function with errors and omissions and generally noted by other people! Cognitive testing is also abnormal. The good news with brain fog is that it does get better post menopause, with improved sleep and sometimes is helped by hormone therapy. https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/dementia-in-practice/id1579299656?i=1000663037149 #menopausedoctor
Perimenopausal brain fog is real and common. Symptoms can include: Being forgetful Difficulty multi-tasking Forgetting why you came into a room Difficulty recalling names (on the tip of the tongue) Losing train of thought These symptoms can be really concerning and can sometimes appear like early dementia! The good news is it does improve post menopause although there may be an ongoing deficit in verbal learning. Some great tips in this Monash article and if you’re at all concerned about brain function book an appointment with one of our doctors for a cognitive assessment. https://www.monash.edu/__data/assets/pdf_file/0007/3800419/meno_31_11_2024_08_05_cgurvich_meno-d-24-00079_sdc2.pdf
Recently my mother asked me if I had put on weight. Asian mothers are renowned for being direct! Straight away I felt a bit defensive although I know and admit to having gained weight in the last few years in line with most midlife women! It made me reflect that as women our self esteem is often connected with our body weight and our self confidence can go down as weight goes up! What is more important is having a strong body (and bones!), feeling energised and working towards making long term health gains which may involve optimising weight. Let’s chase health gains and not a number on the weighing scale. #womenshealth
What’s it like to be a women’s health specialist general practitioner? It’s highly rewarding and so interesting. I’ve been a general practitioner for 28 years and the breadth of knowledge required is huge. It’s great to be able to focus on one area of medicine and really understand all the research and nuances of women’s health from the management of complex pelvic pain to the latest on testosterone! It’s also great to connect with other women’s health practitioners across Australia to share wisdom. We also have an awesome allied health team at Elara so we can provide the full scope of care when needed. #womenshealth
This week I returned from Europe on Sunday afternoon and had a full week of work scheduled starting on Monday morning. I usually struggle with jet lag returning from Europe but I had a lot to get done this week including returning to my medical educator role mid-week. I decided I was going to get right back into everything no matter how I was feeling and also not to worry about it and let my body sort itself out. Amazingly I had very little jet lag and got through the week feeling pretty good. Having a consistent wake/movement routine is really helpful in my experience for general wellbeing and definitely helps beat jet lag! I must say I’m glad it’s the weekend though. Have a great weekend everyone. #womenshealth #doctor
The combined oral contraceptive pill can be a useful treatment option for perimenopause especially when there is heavy menstrual bleeding or cyclical symptoms such as PMDD. Hormones can fluctuate wildly in perimenopause and stopping the cycling with the combined pill can sometimes be very helpful especially where contraception is also required. There are pills with body identical oestrogens too which can be great for symptoms of perimenopause and provides bone protection. Treatment is nuanced and needs to be individualised. Talk to our women’s health GP to formulate the best management plan. https://www.monash.edu/__data/assets/pdf_file/0011/3476072/menopause-toolkit-update.pdf #womenshealth #menopausedoctor #perimenopause
Inspired today by a great podcast by Menopause Matters on the importance of movement for health. Movement is the medicine we all need but we just need to make it taste nice! It can be so hard to be intentional about movement when you’re tired or time poor both common issues in day to day life. However there’s good evidence that even small changes can provide significant health gains. You can start with 30 seconds of sit to stands to improve leg strength. Walking is also highly beneficial, easy and free! Loughborough Uni have done a study showing the benefits of hopping on hip bone density. Easy to do whilst making a cuppa. Make movement enjoyable and you will want to do it and feel the benefit. I love getting out in nature and if I can find a great cafe ☕️ on the way that’s an added bonus! https://open.spotify.com/episode/25nHpzpaPj4mnmDmh5UebA?si=sjidXLEbQO-3ICuCtGyRQw&utm_source=copy-link #womenshealth #menopausedoctor
Getting out early in the morning for a walk in nature is so good for mental and physical wellbeing - sets the circadian rhythm to regulate a good sleep pattern and is such a good way to start the day! This is Wandsworth Common in London. 😊 #womenshealth, #holiday, #destress
Even Melinda Gates had to see three doctors to diagnose perimenopause! Women’s health can be complex and multiple conditions can mimic perimenopause so a careful history and work up is required as not everything is down to female hormones! It’s important not to miss thyroid disorders, diabetes, heart conditions, or micronutrient deficiencies. At Elara Women’s Health our new patient appointments are all 30 minutes to allow sufficient time to take a full history, review all previous tests done to date and formulate the appropriate working diagnosis and come to shared decision making. It also enables us to discuss what a woman can do to stay healthy for the long term with a review of nutrition, sleep, movement, mental health, screening and immunisations. It’s worth investing time and expertise in women’s health to get better outcomes.
💗 We’d love your feedback! 💗 We’re exploring the possibility of opening a new women's health clinic south of the river in the Victoria Park area. Our aim would be to make high-quality, multidisciplinary women’s health care more accessible for women who may find travelling north of the river difficult or inconvenient. Before we take the next steps, we’d love to hear from our community: Would a women’s health clinic in Vic Park be valuable to you? 🟣 Yes — I’d love to have a clinic closer to me 🟣 Yes — I know someone who would benefit 🟣 Maybe — it depends on the services offered 🟣 No — I’m happy with my current options We’d also love to know: ✨ What women’s health services would you most like to see available locally? ✨ What would make a new clinic genuinely helpful for you? Thank you for helping us understand the needs of our community 💕
Taking care of yourself is a non-negotiable. As women we frequently put other people’s needs ahead of our own and we can feel guilty about ‘saying no’ or taking time for ourselves. It’s so important to realise though that this is a path that can lead to feeling tired, stressed and overwhelmed. Take some time out each day for yourself to do something you enjoy, even if it’s just 30 minutes and this will help you to stay energised and on track! #womenshealth
https://youtu.be/mNpD1F48PwU?si=KYggcIyTaVPhMufo This is an excellent webinar based on the findings of the SWAN study - Study of Women's Health Across the Nation - a US study that went for 20 years from 1994 and studied bone health in perimenopausal women as one of the parameters. Important study findings: There is accelerated bone loss in the 1-2 years before the final menstrual period and for 3-4 years after. On average women lose 10.6% bone loss over the menopausal transition. If a woman starts menopause with borderline bone density (a T score of -1 on DEXA) she only needs to lose 18% of her bone density to reach osteoporosis on average by the age of 64 yrs. The impact: Osteoporosis leads to fracture risk and potential disability/loss of independence/chronic pain. Standard treatments for osteoporosis do not repair damaged bone micro-architecture - that needs anabolic treatments. Therefore fracture risk remains even with treatment. Prevention is better than cure: We know menopause hormone therapy, vitamin D, calcium, resistance exercise all improve bone health and reduce risk of osteoporosis and fracture risk. A DEXA scan accurately diagnoses osteopenia (bone thinning that occurs before osteoporosis develops). Getting a DEXA scan done in late perimenopause/early menopause and diagnosing osteopenia means there is time to take action and prevent osteoporosis occurring. Talk to our doctors to organise a bone density scan (DEXA). Phone 6500 0560 or book online www.elaraperth.com.au #WomensHealth #osteoporosis #healthybonesaustralia
Introducing our amazing Clinical Naturopath Tracy Gaibisso who commences consultations at Elara Women's Health this week! Tracy Gaibisso has been in practice since 2002, with a deep and long-standing passion for supporting women through their reproductive years, into menopause and beyond. She has a special interest in endometriosis, fertility, and menopausal health, and previously served on the Clinical Advisory Committee of Endometriosis Australia. She has completed postgraduate studies in Fertility Management, Wellness, and Teaching & Learning, and in 2018 graduated with a Master of Reproductive Medicine from the University of New South Wales (UNSW). Her clinical work focuses on walking alongside each client, helping them understand their body, their hormones, and their unique path toward healing. In practice, Tracy meets her clients exactly where they are. She supports individuals navigating endometriosis, fertility challenges, perimenopause, menopause, and complex hormonal concerns with compassion and clarity. When she is not consulting, reading, researching, or travelling, Tracy can often be found cold-water dipping — a practice she incorporates into her own longevity and health rituals. Qualifications Masters Reproductive medicine Graduate Certificate in Wellness Graduate Certificate Teaching & Learning Advanced Diploma Naturopathy Diploma Nutrition Diploma of Remedial Massage To book with Tracy ring Jess or Dianne on our front desk on (08) 6500 0560
There are some great stories on the Healthy Bones Australia from women who unexpectedly discovered they had osteoporosis. One woman got a DEXA scan because of a family history of fractures, another developed osteoporosis and spinal fractures following pregnancy and another had back pain which was due to spinal fractures/osteoporosis. There is also a great community video and it highlights again how common osteoporosis is in women over the age of 50 yrs. https://healthybonesaustralia.org.au/osteoporosis-you/meet-the-experts/ https://healthybonesaustralia.org.au/osteoporosis-you/personal-stories/
In Japan menopause means ‘the renewal years’ - I love this because it represents the opportunities that this phase of life can bring when navigated well. It’s a time of reflecting back on life, thinking about what is meaningful and deciding how you want to spend this next phase! Many women in this life stage start new businesses and this was me! I really wanted to bring a dedicated multidisciplinary women’s health service to Perth’s northern suburbs for women of all ages and with a special focus on menopause and endometriosis. These are often complex and need more time and team based care. I also wanted to develop services for women in regional areas where access to specialised women’s health care can be patchy. I also wanted to use the latest in audiovisual technology and case conferencing capabilities to enable team based care with specialists and GP’s particularly those in rural and remote areas who may need advice on how to manage complex women’s health cases. We women can be complex at times as my husband reminds me! The journey starting a new business can be nerve wracking at times but I’m so glad I did this and I would encourage anyone in midlife to embrace this season - dream big and step out in faith! #womenshealth #renewalyears
An unplanned pregnancy can surprisingly happen during the perimenopause even when periods have become few and far between! Important contraceptive advice: If you’re under 50 yrs you need to use contraception for 2 years after your last menstrual period and if you’re over 50 yrs for 1 year. The good news is there are hormonal options that tackle both perimenopause, POI and contraceptive needs. Our Women's Health Specialist General Practitioners can help with contraception advice and hormonal balance. 😊😊 #womenshealth #perimenopause
Today I had my pre Onero programme functional assessment - a series of balance, speed and strength tests to get my baseline before starting the group sessions next week. Onero is an evidence based exercise programme designed to improve bone density. I think it’s going to make me much stronger. Marli is great - very thorough and pays great attention to detail. #womenshealth #onero #osteopenia
Dr Aye Kyaw and Dr Sharon Vasey are the Elara Women's Health Specialist General Practitioners. We both share a passion for supporting women through every stage of life - from adolescence to pregnancy planning, perimenopause, menopause and healthy ageing. Elara is a GP led multidisciplinary service focused entirely on women's health offering: Longer appointments, giving you the time to be heard Doctors with a special interest and advanced skills in women's health and menopause Personalised, evidence-based care tailored to your health goals A collaborative team, working alongside allied health professionals to support your wellbeing We know that many women's health concerns are complex and can't always be addressed in a standard consultation. Our aim is to provide the time, expertise and coordinated care to help you feel informed, supported and confident in your health decisions. To make a booking phone our friendly receptionists Jess and Dianne on (08) 6500 0560 or book online at www.elaraperth.com.au
Talking today about all things bone health with our amazing dietitian Mel Raybould and the role of menopause hormone therapy. (MHT) The good news is that MHT is proven and supported by international guidelines to prevent and treat early osteoporosis. Getting a DEXA scan in perimenopause is so important because low bone density is surprisingly common (myself case in point!). Early diagnosis and management means less hip fractures down the track which is so important! https://www.monash.edu/__data/assets/pdf_file/0011/3476072/menopause-toolkit-update.pdf https://www.racgp.org.au/FSDEDEV/media/documents/Clinical%20Resources/Guidelines/Joint%20replacement/Osteoporosis-flowchart.pdf #womenshealth #osteoporosis #hormonetherapy
Will be signing up for the Onero programme myself! Evidence based for stronger bones 🦴 https://www.mobius.net.au/onero
Pre menstrual Dysphoric Disorder causes intense mood related symptoms like extreme anxiety, depressed mood and irritability in the week before menstruation and these resolve after the period starts. These symptoms can be aggravated by perimenopausal hormone changes. The good news is there are some great hormonal medications with body identical estrogens that can help stabilise hormone levels and mood symptoms. For personalised care for PMS, PMDD or perimenopause book via our Elara front desk 6500 0560 or online www.elaraperth.com.au #womenshealth #pmdd #perimenopause
Great chat with Mel our dietitian about the GLP 1 weight loss injections. We think these are a great tool with what we prefer to call ‘health gains’ but it’s so important that to maximise benefits and minimise the risks of losing muscle due to protein deficit it’s so important to get the balance of nutrition right. The medication is great for calming ‘food noise’ and enabling increased movement, but weight regain is common post treatment, and so it’s important to have made the lifestyle changes to maintain those health gains. If you would like personalised advice on optimising your weight and nutrition including whether medication would be beneficial our team at Elara are ready to help. https://elaraperth.com.au #womenshealth #GLP1 #weightloss
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Introducing Marli our women's health exercise physiologist. We are delighted to introduce Marli Rabe, an accredited Exercise Physiologist with a strong clinical focus on women’s health and a special interest in endometriosis. She is also an ONERO accredited provider. ONERO is a clinically proven programme to build bone strength in women with osteoporosis and osteopenia (increased bone fragility). Marli will also be presenting at our first community workshop 'Staying Unbreakable Strong Bones for Life' on Wednesday 22nd July at 6 pm along with Women's Health Specialist GP Dr Sharon Vasey, Hormone Naturopath Tracy Gaibisso, Accredited Practising Dietitian Mel Raybould and Accredited Exercise Physiologist Dan Meaden. Contact our front desk at [email protected] to reserve your complimentary spot in the Elara community - be quick as spaces are limited and filling up fast! https://elaraperth.com.au/news/marli-rabe-exercise-physiologist/
Introducing Dr Aye who commences consultations at Elara Menopause & Women's Health Clinic this week. Dr Aye is an Australian-trained Specialist General Practitioner with a strong focus on women’s health providing high-quality, evidence-based, patient-centred healthcare. She is a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) and holds a Diploma from the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RANZCOG), as well as a Certificate in Child Health. Dr Aye has worked across both hospital and general practice settings for more than a decade, offering comprehensive care for patients at all stages of life. Dr Aye has a particular interest in Perimenopause and Menopause Management, driven by her passion for supporting women through this important life stage. She helps women understand and manage menopausal symptoms with both hormonal and non-hormonal treatment options, while addressing long-term health considerations. As a member of the Australasian Menopause Society, she continues to update her knowledge on the latest research and clinical guidelines to ensure patients receive clear, evidence-based advice. Her women’s health services encompass the management of chronic pelvic pain, endometriosis, antenatal care, contraception counselling and a range of procedures such as Implanon and intrauterine device (IUD) insertion and removal. She places a strong emphasis on patient comfort and safety. Dr Aye practices a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach, working with allied health professionals and specialists to deliver coordinated and holistic care. Known for her compassion, she prioritises patient education and shared decision-making to support confident, personalised healthcare choices. Qualifications Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners Diploma Royal Australian & New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists Practise Location Dr Aye Kinzanar Kyaw sees patients at Elara Women's Health, Joondalup. To book with Dr Aye please contact our friendly reception team on 6500 0560 during office hours or book online via our website: https://elaraperth.com.au/
We are holding our first community workshop at Elara Menopause & Women’s Health on Wednesday 22nd July at 6 pm. This is our ‘Staying Unbreakable Strong Bones for Life Workshop’ and we will have some of our amazing allied health team on the panel. Dan and Marli exercise physiologists on what exercise is evidence based to build bone strength - how heavy do you need to lift and how do you do that without injuring yourself. Mel accredited practising dietitian - nutrition for strong 💪 bones Tracy naturopath - how to get enough vitamin D Sharon - women’s health specialist GP - what is osteoporosis, how it’s diagnosed, DEXA scans and when to get one done and the role of hormone therapy in prevention and treatment. This workshop will be useful for anyone wanting to know how to stay strong and avoid fractures in later life. It is a free event but reservations are essential. Email: [email protected] to RSVP
We all want to use the safest and most effective hormone treatment on the market right? As doctors we prefer the transdermal oestrogen products as these have the best safety profiles but there are differences between these too and patches may be better for some women who have trouble remembering a daily gel or have brain fog or mood disorders as the hormone in the patch is better at going across the blood brain barrier. That being said there are sometimes supply issues with patches, trouble with patch allergies or differences between brands! I have my favourite and I’m hoping supplies stay plentiful! Tablets are also a good option for women with no cardiovascular risk factors and can be great if you’re a poor absorber through skin. Bottom line. It’s best to have your treatment individualised and monitored carefully. Good to get your mammogram and bone density checked too! #womenshealth #menopausedoctor
We had our first big team meeting last night and we have an awesome team of health care professionals who we know and trust. Mel our dietitian Tracy our naturopath Aye our other women’s health GP Dan and Marli our exercise physiologists Isabel our psychologist Kate and Sarah our pelvic floor physios Bo our pharmacist Chantelle our PT We have full case conferencing facilities which we will use with our allied health, regional GP’s and gynaecologists and pain specialists. We know we achieve better health outcomes for patients with team based care so we’re excited about the next chapter in women’s healthcare in WA! #womenshealth
Introducing our amazing Elara personal trainer Chantelle who specialises in supporting women through midlife, menopause and beyond. With over 25 years in the fitness industry Chantelle brings a wealth of expertise, passion and lived experience to every client she works with. Having personally navigated early menopause and the many physical and emotional challenges this can bring, Chantelle understands firsthand how overwhelming this stage of life can be. She turned her personal journey into purpose by completing a range of specialised menopause fitness courses to equip herself with the knowledge and skills to truely make a difference. She is now dedicated to empowering menopausal women to feel like themselves again using evidence informed strategies. She aims to help women rebuild strength, confidence and vitality. Chantelle comments in her bio that so many women put others first, often at the cost of their own wellbeing. Women deserve and require that same self-love to enable them to lead a life of vitality and wellness. #womenshealth #fitnesstrainer
