Choosing the Right Progesterone Prescription: A Discussion on OMP & Vaginal Progesterone
The DUTCH Podcast
Chapters
0:50
Episode Introduction
3:51
Dr. Felice Gersh's Unique Medical Journey
13:42
The Importance of Progesterone in Women's Health
18:45
Biochemistry of Progesterone and Its Metabolites
23:48
Natural vs. Synthetic Hormones: Understanding the Differences
29:05
The Role of Micronized Progesterone in Therapy
31:39
Become A DUTCH Provider
32:19
Concerns and Considerations in Hormone Therapy
40:30
Exploring Hormonal Pathways and Metabolism
46:22
Cyclic vs Continuous Hormone Therapy
54:33
Vaginal Progesterone: Efficacy and Alternatives
1:00:17
Monitoring Hormone Levels and Clinical Implications
The DUTCH Podcast
Choosing the Right Progesterone Prescription: A Discussion on OMP & Vaginal Progesterone
Jun 30, 2026
Episode 159
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In this episode, Dr. Felice Gersh joins host Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton and DUTCH founder Mark Newman for a deep-dive on progesterone: its physiological roles, concerns around standard-of-care prescribing practices, and more.
Their conversation also explores:
- Progesterone’s role as more than an endometrial protectant
- Supraphysiologic allopregnanolone created by oral micronized progesterone
- The physiological benefits of cyclic dosing versus continuous dosing
- How the gut microbiome impacts progesterone metabolism
- The need for more research on oral micronized progesterone and dosing methods
Show Notes
Learn more about Dr. Gersh’s practice Integrative Medical Group of Irvine and check out her books!
Read Dr. Smeaton’s article on oral micronized progesterone in menopause.
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