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Menopause is an understudied, misunderstood, and misrepresented mid-life change for women that can leave them frustrated and desperate for information on what they’re experiencing.
On April 23 from 2 to 3:30 p.m., women’s health, nutrition, and physical therapy experts will provide valuable information on this life stage and what can help women move through it at “The Perimenopause Playbook: Navigating the Transition and Beyond,” the annual Russell Sage College Nutrition Lecture sponsored by CDPHP and Thrive@Russell Sage.
From gut health to mental health, heart disease to bone density, sleep quality to weight changes, female hormones have a powerful impact on overall wellbeing. This panel of experts will unpack this issue and discuss the unique ways dietary intake and physical activity can improve female health across the lifespan.
The panel discussion, with time for questions from the audience, will be held in Bush Memorial Hall on Russell Sage College’s Troy campus, at First and Congress streets in Troy, New York, and will be livestreamed on the Russell Sage College YouTube Channel. It is free and open to the public but online registration is requested for those attending in person.
The talk will be emceed by Lara Bryn, anchor and health reporter for CBS6.
The panelists include:
- Dr. Leslie Saltzman, chief product officer at Ovia Health and medical discipline director, Consumer Health, Labcorp: With more than 15 years of experience in clinical and business technology, Dr. Saltzman brings a wealth of expertise to her roles. Previously, she was Ovia Health’s chief medical officer, where she led the clinical team, overseeing research and studies to guide business strategies and ensure evidence-based solutions. A board-certified physician specializing in internal medicine, Dr. Saltzman continues to practice medicine. Her career began with founding a primary care practice exclusively for women, integrating internal medicine, gynecology, psychology, and nutrition. Beyond her clinical work, she has held leadership roles in early-stage health technology companies, leveraging clinical data to create innovative products that enhance patient care and support clinical research.
- Dr. Sonya Hauser, associate professor, department chair, and the graduate program director for Nutrition at Russell Sage College: Dr. Hauser holds a Ph.D. in Food Policy and Applied Nutrition, and her work focuses on community-based participatory action approaches. She is passionate about community initiatives that catalyze mutually beneficial relationships among stakeholders, and has expertise in translating science into practical and actionable advice.
- Dr. Lauren Tourtellott, assistant professor, licensed physical therapist and a NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach (CSCS): Dr. Tourtellott graduated from Sacred Heart University in 2009 with her B.S. in Exercise Science before pursuing her Doctorate in Physical Therapy. As a former Division I soccer player, Lauren continues pursuing her passion for health and wellness and educating others to achieve their best physical, mental, and emotional health and well-being.
For those who need them, 1.5 CPEUs will be awarded to attendees. (CPEU performance indicators: 9.1.1, 9.1.5, 9.3.7 “Approval pending”)
The event is just the beginning of a series of educational opportunities Russell Sage College will provide focusing on women’s health and specifically the underresearched topic of menopause.
EVENT SUMMARY
What: “The Perimenopause Playbook: Navigating the Transition and Beyond,” a panel discussion with health experts
When: April 23, 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Where: Bush Memorial, Russell Sage College’s Troy campus, First and Congress streets, Troy, NY, and livestreamed on the Russell Sage College YouTube Channel.
Details: Free and open to the public. The event is brought to you by CDPHP and Thrive@Russell Sage.
Registration: Registration is required for in-person attendance.