Dr. Sharon Malone, a board-certified OB-GYN and menopause expert, advocates for women's health. With over 30 years of experience, she emphasizes that menopause is a lifelong transition, challenging misconceptions of its duration.
Malone works as Chief Medical Advisor for Alloy, enhancing access to menopause care through digital health initiatives. She stresses the need for training in hormone therapy for healthcare providers, addressing a longstanding knowledge gap that leaves many women underserved.
Malone believes midlife is a time of empowerment. After years of caregiving, women can focus on their health and explore new paths, including career changes. She aims to shift the perception of menopause from dread to opportunity for liberation.
Recent legislative changes in states reflect growing awareness and support for menopause research, with new laws mandating training for healthcare providers. This advocacy stems from Malone’s influential op-ed that sparked discussions on women's midlife health.
Her book, Grown Woman Talk, emphasizes the importance of early colon cancer screening and public education on health risks. Malone's insights into GLP-1s showcase evolving medical understanding, reminding women to get involved and educated about their health.
Describing her friendship with Michelle Obama, Malone highlights resilience and the importance of ignoring negativity in the public eye. Ultimately, she inspires women to embrace menopause, suggesting its anthem would be “The Best Is Yet to Come.”