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GLP-1s are everywhere – commercials, your group chats, your algorithm...but what exactly are they? Are they dangerous? What are the side effects? How long should you be taking it? Do you need a prescription from your doctor? We’re here to answer those questions!  This week's episode is all about GLP-1s – what they are, how they work, what the data ACTUALLY shows and what we as clinicians need to know to have smarter conversations with our patients. We also have bonus segments this week on microdosing, compounded medications, and GLP-1 use in perimenopause and fertility.  Dr. Lucky Sekhon and Dr. Alicia Robbins share key information in today’s episode for anyone who is on their GLP-1 journey, or looking to start.  We are living through a breakthrough in medicine that is changing behaviors on a large scale, helping people get to the heart of their problems, and can be an incredibly useful tool when done with the right oversight.   IF YOU’RE TEXTING YOUR FRIENDS LIKE...   You:   Do I need to lose weight?  Also You:  Should I get on a GLP-1?  3AM You:   Wait... what are the risks???     IF YOUR GOOGLE SEARCH HISTORY LOOKS LIKE THIS…   What are GLP-1s used for? Will a GLP-1 help me lose weight? Is it okay to be on a GLP-1 when trying to get pregnant? What are the long term risks of GLP-1s? Do I need to get GLP-1s prescribed by a doctor? How much weight is a healthy amount to lose per week? Is lifting weights necessary for longevity? Are there different types of GLP-1s? How do I talk to my patients about GLP-1s? What is Ozempic face? Are GLP-1s right for me?  YOU’VE COME TO THE RIGHT PLACE!    In today’s chat we cover:   [7:10] What are GLP-1s? (the physiology)  [17:01] Data behind GLP-1   [22:21] Muscle loss and weight loss on GLP-1s  [26:43] Maintaining muscle on GLP-1s  [33:30] GLP-1s and fertility  [42:22] Addressing GLP-1 controversies (Ozempic face, compounding pharmacies, Ozempic vulva)  [58:35] Answering listener questions (GLP-1s and longevity)  Let’s continue the conversation! Leave us a voicemail with your questions at 754-CALLDOC (754) 225-5362. Nothing is off limits.   Follow Us on Instagram:   @callyourdoctorpodcast  @lucky.sekhon   @aliciarobbinsmd   See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Last week we talked all about preventative care and what women in their 20s and 30s should be aware of when it comes to managing their health. Now it’s time to tackle the next decades: the 40s, 50s, and 60s.  In this episode of Call Your Doctor, board-certified physicians break down the most important decades for preventative care and reducing risk factors for health complications down the line. We know that women in midlife are juggling a lot when it comes to their responsibilities, so Dr. Alicia Robbins and Dr. Lucky Sekhon are here to help you take ownership of your health and wellness and identify the right steps to take at the right time so that you can live a long, healthy life.   No matter where you are in your journey through these decades, we hope you find something helpful in this episode. We’re rooting for you!  IF YOU’RE TEXTING YOUR FRIENDS LIKE...   You:   Should I be eating more fiber? Also You:  Why is everyone buying weighted vests? What do they do? 3AM You:   Do I need to get a colonoscopy?!   IF YOUR GOOGLE SEARCH HISTORY LOOKS LIKE THIS…   What’s the difference between FDA-cleared and FDA-approved? Do I need a gynecologist AND a primary care physician? What am I due for based on my age? How much protein should I be eating? How early should I be getting colonoscopies? How often do I need to get the COVID-19 booster? Are pelvic exams and pap smears the same thing? New HPV vaccine? Should I be getting it? Breast thermography vs. Mammograms? YOU’VE COME TO THE RIGHT PLACE!    In today’s chat we cover:   [1:08] Women’s health in their 40s [3:00] Mammograms vs. Breast thermography [6:03] FDA-cleared vs. FDA-approved [7:45] Colon cancer screening [10:15] Cardiovascular disease and how to reduce risk [13:52] Women’s health in their 50s (bone health, diet, and exercise) [16:58] Weighted vests [19:15] What are DEXA Scans [20:33] Managing menopause (hormone and non-hormonal) [24:21] Being intentional about your health [26:30] Women’s health in their 60s (vaccines: pneumonia, shingles, flu, COVID-19) [29:42] The reality of bone health and heart disease for women [31:33] OBGYN vs. primary care doctor [33:38] Answering listeners questions (new HPV vaccine, pelvic exam vs. pap smear)  Let’s continue the conversation! Leave us a voicemail with your questions at 754-CALLDOC (754) 225-5362. Nothing is off limits.   Follow Us on Instagram:   @callyourdoctorpodcast  @lucky.sekhon  @aliciarobbinsmd See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Are you in your 20s and 30s wondering when to start caring about your fertility? Have you ever been nervous to book your gynecologist appointment? Do you feel uncomfortable when you’re in your doctor’s office? Are you scared to advocate for your health because you don’t know the “right” thing to say or what to ask about? With all the noise online about health and wellness, it can be overwhelming to decipher between what’s actually important when it comes to health maintenance, and what is not. We've got you!  In this episode of Call Your Doctor, board-certified physicians dive into the unsexy, but underrated tool that is preventative care. 1 in 4 women in the US are not up to date with their basic health maintenance. Being overwhelmed is normal, but it’s just a matter of knowing what you should be doing and when you should be doing it. Dr. Lucky Sekhon and Dr. Alicia Robbins break down the what, when, and why of health screening and give decade specific recommendations on how to establish a health maintenance system to make your mental load easier. Hopefully this episode inspires you to book that appointment and be proactive with your health no matter what stage of life you’re in. Grab your coffee and let’s get into it!   IF YOU’RE TEXTING YOUR FRIENDS LIKE...   You:   Should I go get a pap smear? It's been a few years...  Also You:  How often do people usually get pap smears?    3AM You:   Wait... What even IS a pap smear?!  IF YOUR GOOGLE SEARCH HISTORY LOOKS LIKE THIS…   What health screenings do women need?  How often should I be getting a mammogram?  When should I start seeing a gynecologist?  How often should I be seeing a gynecologist?  Are pap smears this uncomfortable for everyone?  What should I be doing in my 20s to maintain my health?  How early do I need to start thinking about my fertility?  Do gynecologists offer mental health check-ins?  What are ways I can lower my risk of breast cancer?    YOU’VE COME TO THE RIGHT PLACE!    In today’s chat we cover:   [5:04] Screening - the what, when and why [7:48] Defining "preventative care"  [9:45] Preventative health in your 20s [12:26] Pap smears, when to start seeing a gynecologist and HPV screening  [14:29] Being uncomfortable in the exam room and online (calling out gross medical content creators!)  [18:05] What happens at the gynecologist? (including STD testing)  [21:08] Screenings (Mental health, Hypertension & Breast cancer)  [28:13] Preventative health in your 30s (HPV, cholesterol, diabetes, PCOS)  [31:52] Continuous glucose monitors and gestational diabetes  [36:10] What women need to think about when it comes to fertility   Let’s continue the conversation! Leave us a voicemail with your questions at 754-CALLDOC (754) 225-5362. Nothing is off limits.   Follow Us on Instagram:   @callyourdoctorpodcast  @lucky.sekhon   @aliciarobbinsmd See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Endometriosis isn’t just “bad period pain.” If your symptoms are disrupting your life, making you miss work, or leaving you searching for answers, this might be the conversation you’ve been waiting for. Despite affecting millions of women, endometriosis is still widely misunderstood, often dismissed, and can take years to properly diagnose.   In this episode of Call Your Doctor, board-certified physicians break down what endometriosis actually is, why it’s so difficult to diagnose, and how it can show up in ways you might not expect. From chronic pelvic pain and painful sex to GI symptoms and misdiagnoses like IBS or recurrent UTIs, they unpack what’s normal, what’s not, and why so many women are falling through the cracks.   They also cover treatment options including hormonal management, surgery, and emerging therapies, plus how endometriosis can impact fertility and what to consider if you’re trying to conceive. Finally, they share practical ways to manage symptoms day-to-day and how to advocate for yourself so you can get the care and answers you deserve.    IF YOUR GOOGLE SEARCH HISTORY LOOKS LIKE THIS…  • Is it normal to have debilitating period pain every month?  • How do I know if I have endometriosis?  • My ultrasound came back normal… am I actually in the clear?  • Why is it taking so long to figure out what’s wrong with me?  • Do I really need surgery to get diagnosed?  • How did I end up with endometriosis in the first place?  • What are my treatment options?  • Could endometriosis be affecting my fertility?  • What can I do at home to manage symptoms?  • How do I advocate for myself when I’m not being heard?  YOU’VE COME TO THE RIGHT PLACE!   In today’s chat we cover:  (05:55) What endometriosis actually is (and why it hurts so much)  (09:23) Why diagnosis takes way too long  (16:43) Symptoms you might not realize are endo  (21:44) What causes it (and what we still don’t fully understand)  (26:36) Your treatment options, broken down  (35:10) Endometriosis and fertility, what to know  (45:40) How to manage symptoms day-to-day  (53:06) How to advocate for yourself (and actually be heard)  (56:10) Protecting your future fertility  Let’s continue the conversation! Leave us a voicemail with your questions at 754-CALLDOC (754) 225-5362. Nothing is off limits.  Follow Us on Instagram:  @callyourdoctorpodcast @lucky.sekhon  @aliciarobbinsmd  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Egg freezing has gone from a niche medical option to a mainstream conversation… but with that rise in popularity has come a lot of confusion, misinformation, and viral headlines that don’t tell the full story. Let’s get into it!  In this episode of Call Your Doctor, board-certified physicians break down what egg freezing actually is, how it works, and what it can realistically do for your future fertility. They walk through the full process from consultation to retrieval, what’s happening in your body during stimulation, and why egg freezing is a tool, not a guarantee. They also explain who should consider it, how age and conditions like PCOS or endometriosis impact your timeline, and what success rates actually look like.  Plus, they cover the emotional and financial side of fertility planning, including how to think through long-term decisions, egg vs. embryo freezing, costs and insurance, what to expect during your first consult, how to choose the right clinic, potential risks, and listener questions on birth control, IUDs, long-term fertility impact, storage timelines, and what happens if you never use your eggs.   IF YOU’RE TEXTING YOUR FRIENDS LIKE...  You:   I'm thinking about freezing my eggs...  Also You:  But like, is it worth it cause Kourtney Kardashian did it and none of them survived the thawing process. Could it be a waste of time and money? Idk.  3AM You:  Ok, but if I don’t do it now... I could lose my chance of having kids later, right??  IF YOUR GOOGLE SEARCH HISTORY LOOKS LIKE THIS…  is egg freezing worth it  how many eggs do you need to freeze to have a baby how much does egg freezing cost can birth control affect egg freezing am I too old to freeze my eggs at 38 how long do frozen eggs last what happens if you don’t use frozen eggs YOU’VE COME TO THE RIGHT PLACE!   In today’s chat we cover:  (09:00) The egg freezing process and timeline (14:40) Who should explore egg freezing & age considerations (22:22) Is there a cut off age for egg freezing (31:10) Costs and what to expect financially (32:35) Key advice for 38 plus year olds and anyone looking to freeze their eggs  (38:00) What to expect during a consult and what to ask (43:50) Potential risks with egg freezing  (46:40) How to choose the right clinic (50:30) Contraception and egg freezing (53:10) Fertility impact and common myths (54:00) How long eggs can actually be stored  Let’s continue the conversation! Leave us a voicemail with your questions at 754-CALLDOC (754) 225-5362. Nothing is off limits.  Follow Us on Instagram:  @callyourdoctorpodcast @lucky.sekhon  @aliciarobbinsmd  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The birth control pill is one of the most studied medications in history… yet it’s also one of the most misunderstood on the internet.  In this episode of Call Your Doctor, board-certified physicians break down how the pill actually works in the body, what it’s doing to your hormones, and why so much misinformation about birth control continues to circulate online. They explain the many reasons the pill is prescribed beyond preventing pregnancy, review the real side effects women should know about, and separate fact from fiction when it comes to some of the most common birth control myths.  Plus, they walk through practical questions many women run into, like what happens if you miss a pill, whether it’s safe to take the pill continuously to skip your period, and whether the pill is something to consider during perimenopause.  IF YOU’RE TEXTING YOUR FRIENDS LIKE...  You:  I forgot to take my birth control pill! What should I do?  Also You:  Can I just skip my period this week? I really don’t want to deal with it right now.   3AM You:  Do you think I should I get off the pill? I’ve been on it for awhile...  IF YOUR GOOGLE SEARCH HISTORY LOOKS LIKE THIS…  should I take a break from birth control birth control and infertility can birth control affect who you’re attracted to skipping your period on birth control  does birth control cause weight gain how long does it take fertility to return after the pill  YOU’VE COME TO THE RIGHT PLACE!     In today’s chat we cover:  (11:52) What is the pill actually doing to my body?  (20:12) Is the pill only for preventing pregnancy?  (32:28) What are the real side effects and how worried should I be?  (39:02) Is everything I've heard about the pill true?  (46:29) Common birth control myths  (48:31) Should I consider the pill in perimenopause?  (50:59) What should I do if I missed a pill or start a pack late?  (54:10) Can I take the pill continuously to skip my periods?    Let’s continue the conversation! Leave us a voicemail with your questions at 754-CALLDOC (754-225-5362). Nothing is off limits.  Follow Us on Instagram:  @callyourdoctorpodcast @lucky.sekhon  @aliciarobbinsmd See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jennifer Lawrence recently shared on Amy Poehler’s podcast that her ears suddenly became incredibly itchy. Amy told her it could be perimenopause. As strange as it sounds, she’s not wrong. It’s one of the many confusing symptoms of perimenopause.  In this episode of Call Your Doctor, board-certified physicians break down the real treatment options for perimenopause from lifestyle strategies and sleep support to hormone therapy, progesterone, birth control options, and the lab work that can help you understand what’s actually happening in your body.  IF YOU’RE TEXTING YOUR FRIENDS…  You:  I feel like there is a bug in my ear, has anyone else had this?  Also You:  Wait… itchy ears can be perimenopause?!  3AM You:  I’m still having terrible symptoms after trying everything. What do I do?    IF YOUR GOOGLE SEARCH HISTORY LOOKS LIKE THIS…  do i need to cut back on alcohol? bugs crawling on skin symptom hormone therapy or birth control for perimenopause lifestyle changes for perimenopause best treatment for perimenopause symptoms  how to lose weight during perimenopause YOU’VE COME TO THE RIGHT PLACE! In today’s chat we cover:  (3:12) Perimenopause signs & symptoms while on birth control  (5:13) Lifestyle tips that help perimenopause symptoms  (13:31) Key labs women should ask their doctor to check  ( 18:24) What to do when nothing is working (birth control pills vs hormone therapy)  (31:15) When it’s time to see a specialist  Let’s continue the conversation! Nothing is off limits. Leave us a voicemail with your questions at 754-CALLDOC (754-225-5362). Follow Us on Instagram:  @callyourdoctorpodcast @lucky.sekhon  @aliciarobbinsmd See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Even Halle Berry was misdiagnosed during perimenopause. A perfect example of how often women’s symptoms are misunderstood.  In this episode of Call Your Doctor, board-certified physicians break down the real symptoms of perimenopause, including heavy or irregular periods, night sweats, brain fog, migraines, sleep disruption, mood changes, vaginal dryness, and libido shifts and why so many women are dismissed during this hormonal transition.    IF YOU’RE TEXTING YOUR FRIENDS LIKE...  You:  Why are my periods suddenly so heavy?  Also You:  Wait… why are my cycles getting shorter?  3AM You:  Okay, why am I wide awake and sweating profusely?  IF YOUR GOOGLE SEARCH HISTORY LOOKS LIKE THIS…  Perimenopause symptoms at 40  Why are my periods suddenly irregular  Night sweats but not menopause  Brain fog in my 40s  Why do I suddenly hate everyone  YOU’VE COME TO THE RIGHT PLACE!   In today’s chat we cover:  (6:28) Unpredictable periods  (8:16) Night sweats, hot flashes, and sleep disruption  (11:35) Brain fog and mood changes in your 40s  (17:48) Sex, vaginal dryness and libido shifts  (33:53) When symptoms might mean perimenopause  Let’s continue the conversation! Nothing is off limits. Leave us a voicemail with your questions at 754-CALLDOC (754-225-5362).  Follow Us on Instagram:  @callyourdoctorpodcast @lucky.sekhon  @aliciarobbinsmd  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The group chat is officially open and it’s about to pop off. In this inaugural mini episode of Call Your Doctor, OB-GYNs Dr. Lucky Sekhon and Dr. Alicia Robbins introduce themselves, share how their friendship started during residency, and explain the professional journeys that led them here. They set the tone for the conversations ahead with a simple goal: cut through the noise, break down complicated health topics, and give women clear, honest information they can actually use.  Let’s start the conversation! Nothing is off limits. Leave us a voicemail with your questions at 754-CALLDOC (754-225-5362). Follow Us on Instagram:  @callyourdoctorpodcast @lucky.sekhon@aliciarobbinsmd See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If you’ve ever Googled “Why am I like this?” at 11PM… It's time to Call Your Doctor!  Welcome to your new favorite women’s health podcast hosted by board-certified physicians Dr. Lucky Sekhon and Dr. Alicia Robbins. From hormones and fertility to perimenopause, sexual health, and everything in between, they break down the topics women are actually thinking about with real science, real talk, and zero judgment. In this trailer, meet your new board-certified besties and find out what to expect every Monday: honest conversations, actionable advice, and answers to the questions you didn’t know who to ask. No pseudoscience. No shame. No fluff. Just smart, relatable women’s health... finally! Have a question? Call Your Doctors at (754) 225-5362 (aka 754-CALLDOC). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.