Jackie Piasta breaks down the confusing and often overwhelming experience of perimenopause. This session will help you understand what’s happening in your body, how to recognize the wide range of symptoms—from irregular cycles and hot flashes to anxiety, brain fog, and sleep disruptions—and what treatment options are available to help you feel like yourself again. You’ll walk away with clarity, validation, and a roadmap for navigating this hormonal transition with confidence.

The session will begin with a 30-minute overview from Jackie Piasta, followed by a 30-minute live Q&A moderated by Dr. Lisa Larkin. Jackie will answer audience questions—both live and submitted in advance—offering compassionate, evidence-based insights into managing perimenopause and getting the care you deserve.

Jaclyn (Jackie) Piasta, RN, MSN, RNFA, WHNP-BC, NCMP, is a board-certified Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner and a certified menopause practitioner through the North American Menopause Society. With over 20 years of experience in women’s health, she currently practices at Ms.Medicine in Cincinnati, specializing in perimenopause, menopause, and sexual health. Jackie is known for her empathetic, evidence-based care and her ability to make complex hormonal changes understandable and manageable. She is passionate about empowering women to take control of their health during midlife and beyond.

Dr. Lisa Larkin, MD, FACP, MSCP, IF, will moderate the discussion, bringing her extensive expertise in women’s preventive health and hormonal care. As founder of HERmedicine and Ms.Medicine, Dr. Larkin is a national leader in advancing personalized, evidence-based care for women.