Dr. Michael A. Reed, is a board-certified OB/GYN and cosmetic gynecologist with a deep commitment to empowering women. With over twenty years of expertise in obstetrics and gynecology, Dr. Reed has helped countless women overcome a wide range of conditions and concerns.  Fellowship trained in cosmetic gynecology by Michael Goodman, MD, patients choose Dr. Reed because of his exceptional surgical skills, unwavering professionalism, and personalized attention. He approaches patient care holistically, utilizing cutting-edge non-invasive technologies, optimizing hormone therapies, and prioritizing active listening to address his patients’ unique needs and desires. As a member of The American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ACOG), the North American Menopause Society (NAMS), and the International Society for the Study of Women’s Sexual Health (ISSWSH), Dr. Reed remains at the forefront of advancements in female cosmetic surgery.   On the show, we talk about:  Dr. Reed’s journey from OBGYN to Cosmetic Gynecology via Fellowship training with Dr. Michael Goodman, MD How a gynecologist is different from a cosmetic gynecologist  How to find a trained cosmetic gynecologist and what questions to ask your provider  Tips to Safety first in cosmetic gynecology and why you shouldn't assume your regular doctor can perform cosmetic surgery  What is a labiaplasty What is vaginoplasty  Functional components for getting a labiaplasty or vaginoplasty  The downtime and details of a vaginoplasty or labiaplasty  The reasons one would have a labiaplasty or vaginoplasty -  How cosmetic gynecology can address complications with the gastrointestinal sytstem due to laxity of the pelvic floor as an impetus for a vaginoplasty like bulging and splinting  Surgical vs non-surgical (energy-based devices)  Menopause  Andropause  The “zombie effect” of The WHI Trial  Estrogen and Cancer  The role of testosterone in women  The science of carboxy therapy  The anatomy of the vagina The components of the clitoris  Why our clitoris gets smaller as we age  Women using viagra  Procedures to increase blood flow  How a virtual consultation is done for cosmetic gynecology    How to find Dr. Michael Reed, MD, OB/GYN  https://drmichaelreed.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@thecosmeticgyn https://www.instagram.com/thecosmeticgyn/   Resources  ISSWSH https://www.isswsh.org/ NAMS North American Menopause Society  https://www.menopause.org/ ISCG  International Society of Cosmetic Gynecologists https://www.iscgmedia.com/about-iscg.html The Vulva Puppet  https://vulvapuppet.com/ Carboxy Therapy https://co2lift.com/     Disclaimer:  CLITEROLOGY is for general information and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine in any way.    CLITEROLOGY does not constitute professional health care services or medical advice. No doctor/patient relationship is formed as a result of this podcast. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user’s own risk. The content of CLITEROLOGY is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard getting medical advice for any such medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their healthcare professionals for any conditions.