Medical Consultations
Your Comprehensive Menopause Consultation with Dr. Sonia Dudeja
Your Journey Begins with Being Heard
The first and most crucial step on your path to feeling better is the medical consultation. This is where your journey truly begins. For many women, this may be the first time they have had the opportunity to speak at length with a medical expert who is solely focused on their midlife health. It’s a dedicated space where your concerns are not just acknowledged but are heard, validated, and understood in the context of your unique health and life story.
At MyMenopauseSupport.org, the consultation is the cornerstone of my practice. It is a comprehensive, deep-dive conversation that moves beyond a simple checklist of symptoms. It’s a partnership where we work together to unravel the complexities of your experience, establish an accurate diagnosis, and lay the foundation for a personalised, effective treatment plan.
Give Your Body the Best
What to Expect From Your Consultation
My goal is to create a process that is as clear, comfortable, and empowering as possible. I want you to leave our conversation feeling hopeful, informed, and with a clear sense of direction.
Before Your Appointment
You will be asked to complete a detailed, confidential health questionnaire. This allows me to have a thorough understanding of your medical history, family history, and the specific symptoms you are experiencing before we even speak. Taking the time to fill this out thoughtfully allows us to make the most of our dedicated time together.
During Your Consultation
We’ll start with a deep, unhurried conversation where we review your questionnaire in detail and I ask clarifying questions to understand your symptoms and how they affect your daily life, work, and relationships. I’ll then take a thorough look at your personal and family medical history to build a complete picture of your health and spot any risk factors. Together we’ll set clear goals for what you want to achieve, whether that’s sleeping through the night, easing anxiety, or getting your energy back. I’ll explain the hormonal changes of the menopause transition and connect them to what you’re experiencing so the process feels clear. Finally, we’ll discuss all suitable treatment options, including the benefits and risks of HRT, effective non-hormonal choices, and practical lifestyle strategies.
After Your Consultation
You’ll receive a written summary of our discussion and a clear, actionable care plan tailored to you, which may include prescriptions, recommendations for further diagnostic tests, and practical lifestyle advice. Your care continues after the first visit, with follow-up consultations of about 20 to 30 minutes to monitor your progress, adjust treatments as needed, and make sure you’re feeling better and moving toward your health goals.
Specialist Consultation
Why a Specialist Consultation is So Important
Accurate Diagnosis
The symptoms of perimenopause can be complex and often mimic other conditions. A specialist consultation ensures you get an accurate diagnosis, which is the key to effective treatment.
Personalized, Not Protocol
Your health history is unique. You will receive a plan that is tailored to your specific needs, not a one-size-fits-all protocol.
Safety & Confidence
We will conduct a thorough risk assessment to ensure that any proposed treatment, especially HRT, is safe and appropriate for you.
Empowerment Through Knowledge
You will leave with a deeper understanding of your own body and the tools and knowledge to make informed decisions about your health.
