Menopause

What is Menopause and why it matters

Menopause is a natural life transition, but that doesn’t mean it’s always easy. From hot flashes and mood changes to sleep issues and vaginal dryness, the symptoms can disrupt your daily life and emotional well-being. At Raveco Medical, we provide specialized menopause care to help you navigate this new phase with confidence, clarity, and comfort.

Benefits of Menopause Support at Raveco

  • Personalized Hormone Therapy – Options tailored to your body and symptoms, including bioidentical hormones.
  • Non-Hormonal Solutions – For those who prefer or require hormone-free treatments.
  • Bone & Heart Health Monitoring – Early detection and prevention for long-term wellness.
  • Sexual Wellness Support – Treatments for vaginal dryness, libido changes, and intimacy concerns.
  • Lifestyle Coaching – Nutrition, sleep, and exercise guidance to improve everyday quality of life.

What You Can Expect

Menopause care begins with a full assessment — we’ll ask about your cycle history, current symptoms, family history, and any concerns you may have. You may be in perimenopause (the transitional phase) or fully menopausal, and we tailor our support accordingly.

Diagnostic tests may include hormone level checks, thyroid function, and bone density scans. From there, we’ll work with you to build a treatment plan that might include:

  • Estrogen therapy (oral, patch, gel, or vaginal)
  • Progesterone or combination therapies
  • Non-hormonal medications for hot flashes or mood
  • Pelvic floor therapy or vaginal laser treatments
  • Nutritional and supplement guidance

You’ll also have regular follow-ups to monitor how your body is responding and adjust care as needed.

Why Raveco for Menopause

With decades of experience in women’s health, our OB/GYNs understand the full scope of menopause — physical, emotional, and sexual. We don’t brush off your symptoms as “just aging.” We listen. We educate. And we offer solutions that actually improve your quality of life. At Raveco, we help you thrive in your next chapter.

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We tailor every treatment plan to your specific needs, goals, and medical history. Our expert OB/GYNs take a comprehensive and minimally invasive approach whenever possible to ensure safety, comfort, and results that last.

Depending on your condition, care may include diagnostics, imaging, treatment procedures, post-care support, and regular follow-up visits — all in one trusted place.

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I cannot recommend Raveco Medical enough! Throughout my high-risk pregnancy, Dr. Steven Ravins, Dr. Claudia Ravins, and Nicole Boucicaut, PA, were an incredible team who supported me every step of the way.

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Dr. Ravins and the team at Raveco Medical provided exceptional care throughout my pregnancy and labor. From the start, they were attentive, kind, and professional, always taking the time to address my concerns and make me feel confident and informed. When it came time for labor, Dr. Ravins and his team were incredible at the hospital, ensuring I was comfortable and calm.

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Amazing experience having Dr. R as my Doctor. He did my C section. From the moment I met him before my procedure, I felt comfortable and confident. He was all about making me comfortable, listening and answering questions, along with reassuring regarding all my concerns. He has a great personality like you’ve known him forever and just that was very welcoming.

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The care provided at Raveco Medical is definitely the treatment every pregnant woman deserves. I will never forget my first prenatal appointment with Dr. Steven Ravins, after he became aware that I was above advance maternal age his exact words were "we are going to take care of you" and that's what Dr. Ravins and Dr. Olkowski did.

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My c section was everything I had hoped for and more. Dr. Ravins was highly recommended by my OB/GYN when I became aware that I would potentially be getting a c section. Dr. Ravins came in before the surgery and was very thorough with my husband and I, to alleviate any concerns and explain the procedure.

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What You Should Know About Menopause

What is menopause?
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Menopause is diagnosed when you’ve gone a straight 12 months without a period.

Many of the symptoms you may associate with menopause, like hot flashes and weight gain, happen in the years prior to menopause. This time, known as perimenopause, is when you start producing lower levels of the female sex hormones estrogen and progesterone.

When does menopause occur?
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The average age of menopause for women in the United States is 52, but you may start experiencing symptoms several years earlier.

You may experience menopause at a younger age if you’ve undergone cancer treatment or had a hysterectomy.

What symptoms are associated with menopause?
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The symptoms you associate with menopause actually occur in the years leading up to your official diagnosis. Women experience this perimenopausal period differently. Some women have severe symptoms, while others barely notice the change. Perimenopause can last for several years or just a few months.

Symptoms that indicate perimenopause include:

  • Thinning, dry vaginal tissue
  • Hot flashes and night sweats
  • Painful intercourse and changes in libido
  • Sleep disturbances
  • Moodiness and cognitive troubles
  • Irregular uterine bleeding

These symptoms can have a notable impact on your quality of life. Call Raveco Medical to find relief.

What health changes are associated with menopause?
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When you’ve gone 12 months without a cycle, your hormone shift can impact your overall health. Your risk of heart disease and osteoporosis rises significantly.

You may also experience urinary incontinence, more frequent urinary tract infections, and weight gain. The doctors at Raveco Medical can help you manage your health so you can avoid these health complications and maintain a high quality of life.

How is menopause treated?
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Menopause is a natural stage of life and shouldn’t be stopped. But, you can get relief for symptoms that are interfering with your daily life.

The doctors offer traditional medical therapies, like hormone therapy, to help restore your hormone balance. Hormones may be administered orally, via injection, or as a vaginal cream.

They may also suggest homeopathic therapies that don’t involve estrogen replacement. This includes lifestyle changes such as quitting smoking, specific supplements, and dietary changes.

Menopause is a time that you want a trusted medical provider by your side. Call Raveco Medical to get the support you need or book an appointment online.

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