Episode #71 - Inside Hormone Optimization: Myths, Mindset & Medical Truth with Dr. Melinda Silva

IT'S THE SEASON FINALE!

In this season finale, Kathy Taranto sits down with Dr. Melinda Silva, a board-certified physician and owner of Silva MD in San Diego, to explore the philosophies, mindset shifts, and patient-care strategies that have made her a leader in the world of hormone replacement therapy.

Dr. Silva shares her personal journey from family medicine to aesthetics and how she built a practice rooted in empowerment, hormone health, and whole-patient transformation. From redefining confidence to building a team that aligns with your core values, Dr. Silva offers expert insights and heartfelt encouragement for providers working in the aesthetic and wellness space.

Talking Points

• How Dr. Silva’s personal health transformation reshaped her practice
• The ongoing gaps in women’s hormone health and care
• Her transition from family medicine into aesthetics and wellness
• Using bodybuilding as a tool for strength, wellness, and mindset
• Common myths about hormone replacement therapy
• Why providers should evaluate all hormones—not just a select few
• How to begin offering hormone services as a new provider
• The emotional side of aesthetics and supporting patients through aging
• How comprehensive medical training enhances patient outcomes
• Encouraging collaboration across the wellness and aesthetics industries
• The role of self-care and confidence in patient success
• The top peptides to consider introducing in your practice
• How kindness and compassion impact overall health and wellbeing

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Resources in this Episode:

Silva MD

Dr. Silva's Book: Aging Gracefully and Strong: ABCs of YOUthful Living

Episode #41 - Wellness, Weight Loss, & Hormone Therapy with Dr. Amy Carter

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