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Dr Radhika Vohra GP with 20+ years experience Based in Surrey
Specialises in:
General Practice, Women’s Health, Menopause, Adolescent Health, Contraception, Coils, and Implants
Qualifications and Accreditations:
MbChB, BMedSci, MRCGP Dist (2005), DFFP FRT, DCH
Qualified at University of Birmingham UK, GMC registered, Diplomate of Faculty of Sexual & Reproductive Health, Member of British Menopause Society, Associate Member of International Menopause Society.
Speaker and Educator
Over 15 years experience
Mum of two teenagers
Realistic understanding of juggling life!
INTRODUCTION
Providing online access to Primary Care information including women's health.
Find out more about Dr Radhika Vohra and her work.
Dr Radhika Vohra is an evidence based prescriber, specialising in practising holistic medicine.
Lifestyle Medicine
Her approach is based on individual holistic care for the patient.
Evidence Based Prescriber
An advocate for good medical practice guidelines
Exciting news with a few more patch options for dose coming out! Limited information atm on when this will be available to dispense but nonetheless more choice particularly for those needing a dose between 25mcg and 50mcg and/or staying on #hrt longer as it’s good for them! What do you think? 👇🏼
#individualisedcare #menopause #perimenopause #hrt #patches . Pic from British Menopause Society Alert for members.
Did you know the way your body handles alcohol changes dramatically from your 20s to your 70s? I’ve certainly noticed a difference in what and how much I tolerate. Alcohol is the most widely misused substance and as we approach the festive season I thought this would be good to share 👇🏼
🍷 In Your 20s & 30s: Heavy drinking or bingeing can contribute to long-term health risks (like certain cancers) and may accelerate biological aging. Your body is still robust, but the cumulative damage starts here!
🍸 In Your 40s & 50s: Your metabolism slows down. Alcohol tolerance often decreases, meaning you can feel the effects more strongly. Hangovers may be more severe and recovery takes longer. Risks of conditions like fatty liver disease and effects on mental health and sleep become more pronounced. Add in the fluctuating hormones of #perimenopause and many of us will see change in tolerance with #menopause .
🥃 In Your 60s & 70s: Older adults are generally more sensitive to alcohol due to reduced body water and slower processing by the liver. Even small amounts can increase the risk of falls, fractures, and dangerous interactions with common medications. Alcoholism symptoms can also mimic signs of dementia, making diagnosis harder.
Depending on your experience, current age and health your risks are individual to you.
What we are learning more and more is that #moderation is key, and less is often best as you age. Swipe to see the weekly recommendations. Plus, caution with your alcohol free alternative as it maybe full of artificial sweeteners or sugar. It’s all about sensible balance and individualised care.
#alcoholandageing #alcohol #alcoholmoderation #healthyliving #lessismore #seasonalcelebrations #alcoholfreeliving #alcoholawareness
The emergency contraception pill will be available free from almost 10,000 pharmacies across England without needing to see their GP or get an appointment at a sexual health clinic. This is part of the NHS 10 year Health Plan and commitment to shift care into the heart of communities. It creates scope for access, affordability and potential appointments that can be used by others. However, like all initiatives it risks an element of missed vulnerability and how to gain further support if cause for concern.
Estimates from public health England say every £1 spent on contraception save the health service £11 so investment in sexual health is really important. Termination rates are at the highest since the Abortion Act was introduced.
Pharmacists are incredibly valuable to the health service and bring many skills. The ones I know, feel pushed with the workload that they are being given so it’s important they feel supported and safe.
In my opinion, there should be considered an addition rather than a replacement and has scope to serve well for those that need it.
The #morningafterpill has been free at pharmacies in Scotland, Wales and in the Republic of Ireland. So, England is playing catch-up!
Tag, share and comment 👇🏼 #womenshealth #morningafterpill #emergencycontraception #pharmacists #community #access #contraception #choice
Psoriasis is a common skin condition that affects about 2 to 3% of the total population. Today I want to raise awareness on how psoriasis can change alongside hormonal changes during midlife. Also it can present differently in different skin tones so maybe under detected.
Psoriasis is an inflammatory condition and increases you risk of cardiovascular disease and arthritis.
If you have psoriasis, there is treatments that can help control the condition but it cannot be cured. If it’s getting worse during #perimenopause and #menopause it may be that hormonal therapy can help your symptoms and skin in many ways including psoriatic control. Please do a symptom Tracker and seek further help.
I’d love to hear your thoughts and questions below 👇🏼
#womenshealth #psoriasis #skinchanges. #dermatology #generalpractice #inflammation
I really recommend this podcast episode of Feel Better Live More by @drchatterjee with @drvondawright to understand the secrets to staying “unbreakable” as you age.
It’s basically about motion and mechanics and we need to rethink ageing, longevity and independence.
We often assume frailty is inevitable, but Dr. Wright reveals that many chronic conditions and the loss of mobility are PREVENTABLE.
In this eyeopening episode, they discuss so much, including:
🦴 BONE HEALTH is everything.
More about the key lifestyle factors (beyond just calcium) that truly influence bone density, including the role of protein intake and impact exercise.
⏱️ It’s NEVER Too Late.
Dr Wright shares why age is just a number when it comes to building strength. Whether you’re 40 or 80, you can start today to protect your future mobility.
🚶🏻♀️SIMPLE Daily Moves.
Get practical, simple strategies for caring for your joints and bones, allowing you to live with confidence, independence, and the ability to move the way you want for years to come.
If been doing bone work with @menoscandal @drbillbones and this
conversation is a powerful call to action no matter what your STAGE or AGE. We need to stop thinking about aging as a slow decline and start seeing it as an investment opportunity.
🎧 Have a listen to “How to Stay Mobile, Independent & ‘Unbreakable’ As You Age” with Dr.Vonda Wright (Episode #588) now on the podcast platforms or @youtube . Generally this podcast is a remarkable #wellbeing resource to listen to each week.
#drchatterjee #feelbetterlivemore #longevity #ageingwell #healthyageing #bonestrength #bonehealth #boneloss #mobility #fitnessanyage #unbreakable #FeelBetterLiveMore
Glad to see this article reports on a significant change in England’s National Health Service (NHS) that will see menopause questions included in the “NHS Health Check” for the first time. I don’t see when this is aimed for but what a refreshing conversation! I wonder if bone health will be included? I hope it’s not just asking ‘hot flushes’ as we know menopause is so much more than that!? Finally, general practice needs adequate funding to support.
The NHS Health Check is a free 5 yearly check-up offered to people aged 40-74, and adding questions on menopause aims to finally integrate the topic into routine preventative health care.
The key aims are:
* SCREENING: menopause and perimenopause symptoms will be officially discussed during this broad check-up, alongside existing questions about cholesterol, blood pressure, and smoking.
* EQUITABILITY - the “Information Gap”: address the historical lack of awareness and medical training around menopause, which has often left women struggling to get a diagnosis or treatment.
💯 “For this change to have maximum positive impact we’d like to see a real focus on ensuring women from diverse ethnic communities and socially deprived areas being supported to access health checks, and excellent menopause training for healthcare assistants providing health checks,” Sue Mann.
* PREVENTION: By screening earlier, the NHS hopes to identify those whose symptoms are impacting their health and offer advice or treatment, including Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), which can also help protect against long-term conditions like osteoporosis.
Kate Muir @menoscandal welcomed the move, stating: “In the UK we are starting to care properly for women facing this massive life shift and empowering them to prioritise their health.”
She emphasized that while lifestyle changes are important, HRT can often be “the first step up to a healthier life,” and that both GPs and patients have become much better informed about the science in recent years.
#bethechangeyouwanttosee
#menopause #perimenopause #generalpractice #primarycare
#nhschecks #screening #earlydetection
Peri/menopause is a chaotic stage of life for many - is it hard to figure out what you need past the noise and sales pitches?
Not only is your hormone journey individual, its also changing in time so symptoms and levels change. This is why tracking your cycle and symptoms is key in diagnosis rather than blood tests (for >40). We want to live well as well as live.
Making lifestyle changes will give you the best chance of a strong foundation and reduce risk moving forward….
HRT is evidence based , gold standard treatment for symptom control and for prevention of osteoporosis in those with osteopenia
Over half choose to self - manage menopause. That’s ok if they are aware, informed and offered choice. Sadly, for MANY this is not the case. They are being targets with consumer products (menowashed), dismissed or not been given choice.
So many struggle for access to care. There are ethnic and socioeconomic disparities - non white and less affluent are much less likely to get HRT (Hillman, Sept 25: Inequalities in hormone replacement therapy (HRT) prescribing in UK primary care.) Plus lifestyle changes can be hard. This is why awareness work and education to the right treatments is so crucial. I just want to keep doing my best!
#menopause #perimenopause #movement #bonehealth #midlife #hormonehealth
📹Athens - Lykavittos Hill & Philopappos Hill. Quality time with my son for few days with lots of hiking and soaking in history and great food. #lifestylemedicine and #travel at its best!
Thanks you #athens ❤️
#worldmenopauseday2025 theme is #Lifestylemedicine and its role in menopause health. This includes evidence on healthy eating, physical activity, mental well-being, avoidance of risky substances, restorative sleep and
healthy relationships and how it can best help your health without or with #hrt .
Hormone rebalancing especially with body identical hormones is this gold standard treatment and we all need awareness and informed choice. However, during menopause self care is so easy to neglect and yet so important. I know I struggle with it, what about you? 👇🏼 Perimenopause makes finding a balance so hard!
There is so much #wellness information out there is can be overwhelming 😣 Many choose to #selfmanage #menopause globally and the guidance provided by #internationalmenopausesociety this year is the evidence we have on what can make a difference.
It’s not directing to buying fancy supplements or subscriptions. It’s saying #backtobasics such as:
•Eat variety of plants,
•Small movement daily,
•Breathing & mindfulness,
•Time outdoors,
•Stop smoking &excess alcohol •Social connection
All these areas balance health better and in turn lead to better health outcomes with or without #hrt .
Happy #WMD 🫂 May we continue to learn more about how best to prepare and manage this transition so not only do we live long but we are empowered to live well!
#WMD #lifestyle #IMS #menopauseawareness #perimenopausehealth #perimenopause #menopause
So thoughtful of a patient to drop these treats in with a card for #diwali 🪔
It’s the #festivaloflight next week, symbolising the victory of light over dark, positive over negative and kindness overall. It’s about colour, food, connection, culture and embrace. A simple gesture that means the world. 🙏 it reminds me why I do what I do at a time when I may question otherwise.
It’s not about the gifts, but the sincere connection and appreciation. Feeling very #grateful 😊 Thank you to all for trusting me with the your care and engagement ❤️ wishing you a very #happydiwali and prosperous new year.
#generalpractice #generalpractitioner #doctorpatientrelationship #familycare
#lifestyleawareness and importance of #sleep in relation to #bonehealth . A better lifestyle improves hormone balance but many still need and miss hormonal support with #hrt . What’s been your experience of sleep during #perimenopause and #menopause ? 👇🏼
#worldmenopausemonth #osteoporosisawarenessmonth #hrt #menopause #perimenopause #sleepbetterlivebetter
Evidence taken from: https://www.imsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMS-White-Paper-The-Role-of-Lifestyle-Medicine-in-Menopausal-Health-2025.pdf
Can ultra low dose oestradiol help your bones? Well we have evidence in past and present to say YES!
This was a dose of 0.5 mg 17beta-estradiol versus placebo in women under 60 in randomised, placebo controlled trial. In transdermal, the equivalent to 1/2 pump gel, 12.5mcg patch or 1 spray. Tiny amounts with promising results in 12 and 24 weeks after treatment. ‘A protective bone effect with ultra low dose hormone therapy’.
@professorsusandavis has published evidence to recommend we my be disadvantaging some in bone health by denying hormones solely based on age or years since menopause. #bonehealthmatters #bonehealth #midlifewomen #womenshealth #menopause #hormonetherapy . Full paper reference: Costa-Paiva L, O Wender MC, Machado RB, Pompei LM, Nahas EA, Nahas-Neto J, Del Debbio SY, Badalotti M, Cruz AM. Effects of ultra-low dose hormone therapy on biochemical bone turnover markers in postmenopausal women: A randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind trial. Post Reprod Health. 2022 Sep;28(3):149-157. doi: 10.1177/20533691221116769. Epub 2022 Aug 7. PMID: 35938207; PMCID: PMC9500172.
Gentle reminder - step outside! #mentalhealth #mentalwealth #lifestylechange #midlifechoices #natureismedicine #selfcare #walking #bonehealth
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