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GynoInfo! Frank Talk with Dr. Burki
Welcome to GynoInfo! - Frank Talk with Dr. Regula Burki - the ultimate podcast for empowering women with essential knowledge about their bodies, gynecology, and navigating the healthcare system confidently.
Each week, Dr. Burki dives into women’s health topics, offering expert insights and practical tips to help you understand your body better, prepare for doctor’s appointments, and communicate effectively with healthcare providers.
Discover what to expect during gynecological visits, the key information your doctor needs from you, and the vital questions you should ask. With GynoInfo!, you’ll gain the knowledge you need to take charge of your health, advocate for yourself, and get the care you deserve.
Join us as we discuss women’s health topics in a frank, clear, relatable, and empowering way - one episode at a time!
Subscribe now to GynoInfo! and start your journey to becoming your own best health advocate.
Episodes
64 episodes
Can I Stop Birth Control Yet? Perimenopause & Fertility Explained
When can you finally STOP taking birth control? If you’re in your 40s, 50s, or somewhere in the mysterious land of perimenopause, the answer is not always as simple as blowing out a certain number of birthday candles.In this ep...
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Chemo Hair Loss Explained: Causes, Timeline, Regrowth & Scalp Cooling Caps
In this episode of Gyno Info, I’m talking about one of the most emotional and visible side effects many cancer patients worry about: chemotherapy-related hair loss.This topic came up after a patient with breast cancer shared he...
Do You Still Need a Gynecholgist After Menopause?
Many women wonder: “Do I still need to see a gynecologist after menopause?” My answer is yes — and in this episode, I explain why your yearly well-woman visit still matters long after your period stops.I am joined by Jeni, one ...
Until What Age Can I Get Pregnant? AMH Tests and Your Biological Clock
In this episode of GynoInfo, I’m answering one of the most common and stressful fertility questions: “Until what age can I get pregnant?”Many online fertility tests claim they can help measure my “biological clock” with a simpl...
Painful Sex After Menopause and When You Can’t Use Estrogen
Hello and welcome back to season two of GynoInfo!In this episode, I’m answering a listener’s question about something that is incredibly common, deeply personal, and not talked about nearly enough: painful sex after menopause a...
Why I Started Gyno Info | 1 Year of Women’s Health in Plain English
One year ago, I launched Gyno Info with a simple mission: explain women’s health in plain English.After decades in OB/GYN, I saw the same thing over and over — smart, capable women leaving appointments co...
Can PCOS Be Treated? Here’s What Works
This episode is a re‑air and the final (and longest) episode in my 3‑part PCOS series. If you haven’t listened to the first two episodes yet, I highly recommend starting there so this one makes even more sense.In this episode, I f...
PCOS Part 2: How We Diagnose It + Why Weight Won’t Budge
This is a re‑air of Part 2 in my 3‑part PCOS series.In this episode, I walk you through how we actually confirm a PCOS diagnosis — and why so many women with PCOS struggle with stubborn, belly‑centered weight gain.
PCOS Explained: Why Periods Become Irregular + Acne & Excess Hair
This episode is a re‑air and the first in my three‑part PCOS summer series. I am dropping this episode again, along with the other two episodes on PSCO because I believe that this is such an important topic I do not want a...
Sex After Hysterectomy, HPV vs HSV & Post‑Surgery Odor | OB‑GYN Answers
In today’s episode of Gyno Info, I’m answering three listener questions that come up all the time in women’s health — but people are often too embarrassed to ask.First, we talk about sex after hysterectomy. When is it actually ...
Osteoporosis Kills: What Every Woman Needs to Know After Menopause
This is a bonus episode that is a follow up to this week’s re-airing of another episode on osteoporosis. Osteoporosis is one of those things people ignore… until someone breaks a hip. And by then, we’re playing catc...
Why Is My Grandma Shrinking? Postmenopausal Osteoporosis Explained
This is a re‑airing of one of the most important episodes I’ve done — because postmenopausal osteoporosis is something I see every single week in practice, and most women don’t realize it’s happening until it’s too late.If you’...
Is the Placebo Effect Real? The Science Explained by Dr. Burki
What is a placebo, and is the placebo effect real? In this episode of Gyno Info, I answer a listener’s question and explain what placebos actually are. The word “placebo” comes from Latin and means “...
Episode Title: Is the Placebo Effect Real? The Science Explained by Dr. Burki
What is a placebo, and is the placebo effect real? In this episode of Gyno Info, I answer a listener’s question and explain what placebos actually are. The word “placebo” comes from Latin and means “...
Iron Deficiency in Women: The Hidden Cause of Fatigue, Brain Fog & Heavy Periods
Hello. This week I decided to re‑air an important episode of GynoInfo because iron deficiency in women is something I see every single day in my practice — and it is so often missed.So many of my patients com...
Bioidentical Hormones for Menopause: What’s Real & What’s Just Marketing
In this episode of Gyno Info, I’m breaking down one of the most confusing topics in menopause care: “natural” hormones, “bioidentical” hormones, online supplements… and those pricey saliva (spit) tests.Let’s clear this up.<...
Child Marriage: The Hidden Abuse No One Wants to Talk About
In this episode of Gyno Info, I’m talking about child marriage — and why I consider child brides to be victims of childhood sexual abuse.As an OB‑GYN, I’ve seen firsthand how early pregnancy and forced marriage impact young gir...
Menopause HRT, Painful Sex & Ectopic Pregnancy — Your Questions Answered
In this episode of Gyno Info, I’m answering your real questions about menopause hormone therapy, painful sex after menopause, and ectopic pregnancy.First, I break down why two menopausal women might be prescribed totally ...
Fiber for Women Over 40: Constipation, Cholesterol & Hormone Support
If you’re constipated, bloated, or your cholesterol is creeping up… fiber might be the missing piece — and you’re probably doing it wrong.In this episode, I break down soluble vs. insoluble fiber in plain English — what they ac...
The Truth About the Birth Control Pill: Weight Gain, Migraines & Blood Clots
In this episode, I answer the most common (and most Googled) questions I get about the birth control pill — in plain, real‑world language.We talk about how to actually take the pill correctly (including what time of day makes t...
Bleeding After Menopause? Don’t Ignore This (Endometrial Cancer Warning Signs)
If you’ve had bleeding after menopause, even light spotting or brown discharge, this episode is for you.In today’s Gyno Info, I’m breaking down exactly how I evaluate postmenopausal bleeding, when to worry about endometrial can...
Failed Epidural: Drama in the Operating Room
What really happens if you feel pain during a C-section?In this episode of Gyno Info: Frank Talk with Dr. Burki, I answer a listener’s question about a traumatic emergency C-section complicated by preecla...
UTI or Kidney Infection? Symptoms, Differences & When to Worry
In this episode of GynoInfo, I break down urinary tract infections (UTIs) in plain, everyday language.We’ll talk about the difference between a bladder infection (lower UTI) and a kidney infection (upper ...
The Lasting Impact of Childhood Sexual Abuse on Women’s Health and Intimacy
In this episode, I discuss the lasting impact of childhood sexual abuse on adult women’s sexual health, intimacy, and experiences during gynecologic exams.I explain how early sexual trauma can resurface years later as flashback...
Insomnia During Menopause: Causes, Symptoms, and How to Sleep Better
If you’re not sleeping during perimenopause or menopause, it’s not always just hot flashes.In this episode, I explain why sleep disruption at midlife is often more complex. While night sweats can wake you up, they account for o...