Menopause: Managing the Next Chapter

Perimenopause and menopause are natural, yet often misunderstood, phases of a woman’s life. 

Join Dr. Chloe Phillips for an insightful discussion on the hormonal changes women experience during these stages. In this talk, Dr. Phillips will cover the key signs and symptoms of perimenopause and menopause, as well as provide guidance on how to effectively communicate with your doctor about your health concerns. This session will also shed light on the often-overlooked signs and symptoms that are linked to these transitions, helping you better understand your body. Discover practical tips for maintaining a happy, healthy lifestyle as you navigate these changes. 

Understanding this phase is crucial for every woman’s well-being, and this talk aims to empower you with the knowledge and tools needed to embrace this transition with confidence.

Chloe Phillips, MD, is devoted to women’s healthcare and prides herself on her warm bedside manner. She focuses on providing individualized, patient-centered care across obstetrics and gynecology with a special interest in minimally invasive surgery and enhanced recovery after surgery.  Dr. Philips has studied TOLAC (Trial of labor after cesarean) which is a planned or attempted vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC). 

Dr. Phillips received her Bachelor of Science degree from Penn State University and then earned her medical degree at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in New Brunswick.  She completed her Obstetrics and Gynecology residency at Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center/University Hospital-Newark.  Throughout her training, she received multiple awards, including the OBGYN Award of academic excellence and the Rutgers Rising Star Award, and she was also appointed as Chief Resident.

 This program is being presented by the Livingston Public  Library in collaboration with Barnabas Cooperman Medical Center, the West Essex YMCA and the Livingston Health Department.

Registration is required.  To register visit the Library event calendar at livingstonlibrary.org