Wellness & Treatment for Women
delivered by
Jennifer Kerner, MD
With medical expertise in midlife care through hormone therapy and lifestyle medicine, Dr. Kerner can help you restore balance, enhance vitality, and navigate perimenopause and menopause with confidence. Science and compassion come together to support your well-being.
About
With nearly two decades of experience in both clinical and industry settings, Dr. Kerner has a profound understanding of the pathophysiology of disease and wellness. Her passion for supporting women through perimenopause, menopause and beyond shapes her approach that blends hormone therapy with lifestyle medicine. She loves partnering with women to navigate the changes of midlife and empowering them to manage their symptoms effectively while enhancing their long-term health and vitality.
Work Experience
Dr. Kerner is board certified by the American Board of Lifestyle Medicine, American Board of Pathology, and American Board of Dermatology. She is also certified by the Menopause Society as a Menopause Society Certified Provider. She has worked in hospital and laboratory settings as well as in biotech with machine learning companies focused on precision/personalized medicine (getting the right medicine to the right patient). She has published numerous articles in scientific journals, presented at national conferences, taught medical students and is a member in good standing of many medical organizations including the Menopause Society and the International Society for the Study of Women’s Sexual Health.
Education
Undergraduate: Emory University, Goizueta School of Business
Medical School: Medical University of South Carolina
Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society
Residency: Beth Israel Deaconness Medical Center/Harvard Medical School (Anatomic and Clinical Pathology)
Fellowships:
Beth Israel Deaconness Medical Center/Harvard Medical School (Breast Pathology)
New York University (Dermatopathology)
CERTIFIED MENOPAUSE EXPERT
VIRTUAL* & IN PERSON VISITS
COMPASSION & CONTINUITY
SHARED MEDICAL DECISIONS
EVIDENCE-BASED TREATMENTS
*For patients physically in the state of Massachusetts
Brain Fog
Hot Flashes
Night Sweats
Weight Changes
Low Energy
Difficulty Concentrating
Mood Swings
Irritability, Anxiety or Depression
Sleeping Disturbances
Low Libido
Painful Intercourse
Vaginal Dryness
Urinary Incontinence
Dry Skin
Hair Thinning
Joint Pains
These are just some of the many symptoms that women can face during this stage of life. Hormone changes during the perimenopause and menopause affect almost every organ in our bodies. Symptoms can last for years before and/or after your final menstrual period. Feeling like you’re “just not yourself” is common during this time. Every woman experiences this transition differently, many women feel overwhelmed, and what helps one woman may not help another.
SERVICES
Dr. Kerner delivers an integrative approach to women’s health, seeing you as a whole patient and listening and understanding your lived experience. You will not be dismissed because you are “too young” or because your symptoms are “not consistent” with perimenopause or menopause. With your preferences as the priority, let’s explore the treatment possibilities to help you feel better.
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Research has shown that hormone therapy is generally quite safe and has many long-term health benefits for women if started within 7 - 10 years of menopause. It is the first line treatment for women with hot flashes & night sweats . It is also FDA approved for the treatment of genitourinary syndrome of menopause and prevention of osteoporosis.
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Most likely! Even if you have been previously told that you should not take hormones, new research has shown that most women are candidates for some form of hormone therapy. Taking personal and family history, medications and lifestyle into account, we can explore the options that would be safe and effective for you.
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Absolutely! Studies show that some women in perimenopause (which can last almost a decade) can benefit from hormone therapy. In addition, lifestyle modifications can guide you to optimal health so you can have an easier transition into menopause and into the future.
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Yes, before your first appointment, surveys and forms are requested to gather necessary background information for our initial consultation. We will partner together and discuss health concerns and prioritize needs in order to create a customized treatment plan designed specifically for you.
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No! We can discuss options for treatment regardless of your phase of life. The beauty of lifestyle medicine is that it is never too late to start. This practice is designed for women who know they are not feeling their best or would like to explore a new approach to their health.
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In order to provide each patient with the appropriate time and attention necessary to treat in a comprehensive manner, insurance is not accepted. Upon request, documentation can be provided so that you can submit a request for reimbursement from your insurance carrier. For patients with Mass Health Insurance, reach out to Dr. Kerner for more information.
