Women's Health & Empowerment Summit
DATE: Thursday, September 17th, 2026
LOCATION: Oshman Family JCC
3921 Fabian Way Palo Alto, CA 94303
TIME: 5:30PM - 9PM
DETAILS: Educational community event designed to empower women with evidence-based information, practical tools, and expert guidance as they navigate perimenopause, menopause, and the reproductive transition.
VIP SWAG BAGS: Free Products, Samples & Discounts - $250 Value!
EXPERTS & INFORMATION
Education is Power
By bringing together leading specialists in women's health, OB/GYNs, fertility experts, pelvic health providers, dermatologists, mental health professionals, and longevity specialists, the evening aims to break the stigma surrounding menopause, encourage open conversations, and help women make informed decisions about their health and well-being.
Each educational segment will be followed by a live audience Q&A, giving attendees the opportunity to engage directly with our expert panelists
EVENT DETAILS & DISCUSSION TOPICS
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Beverly Joyce, MD, MSCP
TOPIC: Peri/menopause: What You Need to Know about Hormonal Changes, Symptoms, Treatment Options & Advocating for Better Care
DISCUSSION PANEL #1
Hormones and the Reproductive Transition
- Dr. Beverly Joyce, OB/GYN & menopause specialist
- Dr. Sarah Vaughn, Fertility & reproductive health
- Dr. Lauren Greenberg, Longevity & biohacking health
DISCUSSION PANEL #2
Physical and Sexual Health
- Dr. Tanya Goodrich, Pelvic health specialist
- Dr. Corinne Erickson, Dermatologist & menopause specialist
- Dr. Lauren Greenberg, Plastic surgeon
DISCUSSION PANEL #3
Healthy Aging, Mental Health & Preventive Care
- Dr. Prerana Sangani, Internal medicine & preventive care
- Dr. Nicole Oberschalom, Psychotherapist & women’s mental health specialist
- Marnie Levinson, LCSW, Women’s mental health specialist
OUR EVENT SPONSORS
HEALTHY PELVIS PHYSICAL THERAPY
Healthy Pelvis Physical Therapy is a leading pelvic health practice in the Bay Area. With three clinics and a fourth location opening in Palo Alto in fall 2026, Healthy Pelvis has a team of six pelvic physical therapists providing specialized, evidence-based care for pregnancy, postpartum recovery, pelvic pain, bladder and bowel health, prolapse, sexual wellness, perimenopause, menopause, and orthopedic concerns.
HOTPAUSE HEALTH
HotPause Health is the largest menopause marketplace in the U.S., empowering women through a curated ecosystem of credible products, providers, and programs to support every stage of perimenopause and menopause. The HotPause Health menopause marketplace curates products across skin care, sexual care, hair care, sleep care, weight management, and more. It also has the nation’s largest menopause-specific medical directory and growing network of services and community events.
WOMANESS
Womaness is one of the leading modern wellness brands helping women thrive through midlife. They create clean, clinically tested skincare, sexual wellness, and supplements designed for the real changes that come with perimenopause and menopause, because women deserve products made for this stage of life. But they're about much more than products. Womaness is building a community that celebrates aging with confidence, optimism, and a little humor, helping women feel their best and embrace what's next.
BLOSSOM BIRTH
Blossom Birth & Family programs have been providing families with resources, services and support since 1999. Blossom provides families with resources, services and support in the journey from preconception to postpartum and beyond. We serve women and their families during a very critical period in their life and help make the world a better place through their children. Our classes, groups and workshops are made possible by sponsorships, grants and individual donations.
