The Science Behind PCOS

Webinar Summary:

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common health concern, especially in women who are experiencing difficulty conceiving, have irregular menstrual cycles, or are struggling with signs of androgen excess. In addition, women with PCOS are at increased risk for metabolic abnormalities. This webinar will help health care practitioners support the health of women with PCOS concerns by investigating the definition of PCOS, its underlying pathophysiologic abnormalities, and the role of nutritional and lifestyle interventions.

At the conclusion of this webinar participants will understand:

• The pathophysiology that underlies PCOS
• The role of nutritional and lifestyle interventions to support PCOS health concerns

Presenter Bio

Joel M. Evans, MD

Dr. Evans, a board-certified OB/GYN, is the Founder and Director of The Center for Women’s Health, where hepractices integrative obstetrics and gynecology. A frequent lecturer on holistic health care, Dr. Evans is an Assistant Professor at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. He was honored as a Founding Diplomat of the American Board of Holistic Medicine, and is recognized as the first physician in Connecticut to be board certified in both holistic medicine and obstetrics and gynecology. Dr. Evans utilizes a wide variety of complementary and alternative therapies that blend the best of modern medicine with the wisdom of traditional healing.

Dr. Evans serves on the editorial advisory board of Bottom Line/Women’s Health and as a peer reviewer for Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine. His most recent accomplishment is the publication of a chapter in the textbook Integrative Gastroenterology entitled “Premenstrual and Menstrual Exacerbation of IBS: An Integrative Medicine Analysis of the Bi-Directional Connection between Female Hormones and Gut Health”. Having pursued studies in spirituality, metaphysics, and personal transformation for many years, Dr. Evans has recently created a core curriculum designed to share ancient spiritual wisdom with others in order to help bring health and happiness into their lives.