Lisa Chacko, MD, will examine the evolving landscape of menopause care, exploring who currently owns this space—and who may shape its future. She will discuss clinical scope, standards of care, and the growing intersection of medicine, business models, and innovation in menopause management.

Dr. Chacko will also address how shifting care delivery models, digital health, and market forces are influencing access, quality, and outcomes for patients. This session invites clinicians to think critically about the future of menopause care, their role within it, and how to advocate for evidence-based, patient-centered standards as the field continues to evolve.

Lisa Chacko, MD, MP, MSCP, is a primary care physician and menopause specialist redefining how menopause care fits into modern healthcare. She has developed a framework of “menopause-informed care” to extend menopause expertise beyond any single specialty or service. Her work is rooted in the belief that menopause care is primary care — and fundamental to lifelong health. Dr. Chacko partners with academics, employers, community groups, and industry leaders to transform how we understand, communicate about, and design care for women in midlife. She is the Founder and Medical Director of Curate Medical, a menopause-informed virtual care practice serving women throughout Florida.