The menopause consult in general practice: Structure, safety and supporting brain health

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In this episode, Dr Jane Elliott and Dr Marita Long unpack the nuts and bolts of a menopause consult in Australian general practice, including history taking, risk assessment and conversations about MHT. They also explore brain fog, mood and sleep issues, and how GPs can turn midlife care into one of the most rewarding parts of their day‑to‑day work:

  • Practical, step‑by‑step approach to structuring a comprehensive menopause consult in Australian general practice
  • How to use tools such as the AMS symptom score and consult template to differentiate menopause symptoms
  • Evidence‑based guidance on when and how to initiate MHT safely
  • Managing brain fog, mood change and sleep disturbance in perimenopause
  • Turning midlife care into “exciting medicine”, using the menopause consult as a springboard for long‑term cardiovascular, bone and cognitive health

 

Expert: Dr Marita Long, GP & Medical Educator

Host: Dr Jane Elliott, GP & Medical Educator

Total time: 44 mins

 

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Last Updated: 17 Sep, 2026

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