Advisory Board of The Menopause Association

Our Advisory Board Members are unique providers and professionals who are dedicated to helping women as they journey through the second phase of their life. They are regular contributors to the resources available on our educational website, RedefiningMenopause.com, and are often cited in articles written by our editorial staff. Their wisdom and insight is invaluable for women seeking information related to menopause, anti-aging, regenerative medicine, and improving their health, wellness, and lifestyle.

Dr. Charles Runels

Cellular Medicine Association

Charles Runels, MD is the medical director of the Cellular Medicine Association. His innovative approach to sexual health made him a sought-after practitioner and lecturer in the fields of regenerative medicine, anti-aging, aesthetics, and sexual wellness.

Dr. George K. Ibrahim

Biltmore Restorative Medicine

Dr. George Ibrahim is a a graduate of Duke University’s School of Medicine and Davidson College. He is a board-certified Urologist and has completed a fellowship in Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine.

Dr. Julian Robert Gershon Jr.

Aspen Institute for Antiaging & Regenerative Medicine

Dr. Gershon is triple-board-certified in family medicine, sports medicine, and anti-aging and regenerative medicine. He also holds a fellowship in Stem Cell therapy awarded by the American Academy of Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine. Over the course of his career, he has been involved with treating numerous sports teams, including serving as the team physician at the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta, Georgia.

Dr. Alex Runnels

The Scarlett Phoenix

Dr. Alexandra Runnels is a Board Certified. OB/GYN in San Antonio, TX. She is a Cajun at heart, growing up in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, but has called Texas home since beginning her medical training in 1995.


Dr. Taylor Love

Biltmore Restorative Medicine

As the daughter of Dr. George Ibrahim, she has been fortunate enough to witness the magic of Restorative Medicine since the inauguration of Biltmore Restorative back in 2013. 

Donna White

BHRT Training Academy

Donna White is the founder of The BHRT Training Academy and author of the book, The Hormone Makeover – 4 Steps to Four Steps to Conquer PMS or Menopause with Bioidentical Hormones.

Justin Kohll, R.Ph.

Preventative Medicine Clinic

Justin started working in the Kohll family business at age 7. He is proud to be a third generation Kohll family Pharmacist. In 1979, Justin was recruited to join the University of Nebraska swim team. After three years of swimming for UNL, he transferred to Creighton University Pharmacy School. 

Dr. Kelly G. Burkenstock

Skin Body Health

Dr. Burkenstock’s skills as an Internal Medicine physician and her alternative medicine training through a fellowship in Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine combine with her warm, assuring nature to offer patients a rare mix.

Dr. Roxanna Villarreal Doucet

Doucet Med Spa

Dr. “Roxie” Doucet graduated from the University of Texas with her B.S. in Nursing and went on to receive her Medical Degree from the University of Texas Health Sciences Center in San Antonio. She completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Dr. Gina Mantor

Dr. Mantor's Wrinkle and Weight Solutions

Located in Columbus Ohio, Dr. Mantor is Board Certified in Internal Medicine and also board Certified by the American Board of Obesity Medicine (ABOM) as an ABOM diplomate.

Dr. Amanda Tracy

Dr. Amanda Tracy, Naturopathic Doctor

I’ve been a licensed Naturopathic Doctor (ND) since 2005. For 15 years, I helped build an award-winning wellness center in Massachusetts. In 2021, I relocated to Northern California wine country and transitioned my practice online to serve women from New England to California and everywhere in between.

Rich Vecellio - PA-C

Lake Norman Aesthetics

Owner and operator of Lake Norman Aesthetics, a concierge medical spa and laser center, located in Davidson, NC. He is a graduate of Wake Forest University Physician Assistant program and has over 20 years of experience in Emergency Medicine. 

Dr. Jefferey Picirillo​

RegenOcala​

Dr. Piccirillo went on to complete his specialty training at the Chicago Osteopathic Medical Center in Orthopedic Surgery where he received multiple awards and honors including Outstanding Chief Resident and Resident of the Year. 

Dr. Julia Montgomery

Doctor of Nursing Practice, Family Nurse Practitioner

Julia Montgomery,  Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner and founder of Venture Wellness brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to enhancing wellness and preventing chronic disease through holistic care.

Julie E Health

Julie E Health

Julie E, MPH, RD, is an accomplished nutritionist and functional medicine expert with both a passion and over 30 years experience in helping people improve their health. Don’t let the titles fool you, Julie is not your conventional nutritionist.

Dr. Shamsah Amersi

Shamsah Amersi

Dr. Shamsah Amersi is one of the country’s leading and most recognized Ob-Gyns. She graduated in the top 1% of her medical school UCSF, ranked number three in the world for the best medical school.

 

Dr. Sonza Curtis. Ph.D

Three D Wellness

Dr. Sonza Curtis knows that the body is miraculous for its ability to heal when given the right nutrition, emotional support and a toxin-free environment. She has helped countless people including her own family and patients with more serious chronic illnesses find healing and relief. Her motto is to treat all people with natural medicine to assist in balancing their overall health, getting to the root of health issues, by giving them what they didn’t know was missing.

Sarah Teeple

Certified Holistic Health Counselor + Ayurvedic Nutrition Coach

I’m passionate about helping people reunite with their miraculous bodies, and reclaim their joy, freedom and vitality in the process. Because what this world needs, is more people who have come fully alive.

 

Donna Figueroa

Midlife Midwife Functional Health

Donna founded Midlife Midwife Functional Health as a passion-driven and precision-run holistic healthcare practice designed to serve those motivated to optimize their health, improve their lives, and increase longevity. It serves women of all ages and stages by combining the principles of Functional Medicine with nurturing midwifery care — NO BABY OR PREGNANCY REQUIRED!

Jennifer Switzer

Nutrafi

Welcome to NUTRAFi, the leading wholesaler of premium oral vitamin sprays, dedicated to advancing wellness through purity, science, and compassion. Founded as a visionary women-led enterprise, NUTRAFi is committed to delivering the highest quality medical-grade oral vitamin sprays crafted to support vibrant health and well-being. Each of our products is formulated with meticulously sourced ingredients, ensuring maximum absorption and effectiveness through our advanced spray technology.