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Most current announcements of guest chats at the top with past guests below. A very small sample of the hundreds of guest expert chats Power Surge has hosted include Dr. Robert Atkins, Dr. Chris Northrup, Dr. Susan Love, Dr. John Lee, Dr. Isadore Rosenfeld, Dr. Bob Arnot, Dr. Elizabeth Vliet, Ann Louise Gittelman, Nancy Friday, Kathy Smith, Denise Austin and many other well known figures in the area of women's health can be found in the Power Surge Transcript Library.


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Current _ After years of regular guest chats, we're taking a break. There are hundreds of excellent transcripts with stellar guests on a variety of subjects to read at your leisure. Check the Transcript Library for a more comprehensive listing - Dearest.


Claire Warga, Ph.D., Neuropsychologist, researcher, author of the much-discussed New York magazine article "Estrogen and the Brain," is the author of the groundbreaking book, Menopause And The Mind: The Complete Guide to Coping with the Cognitive Effects of Perimenopause and Menopause Including Memory Loss, Foggy Thinking And Verbal Slips.

Are you between the ages of 35 and 60 and having trouble remembering your best friend's phone number? If this sounds familiar to you, take heart: Claire Warga's help and advice are on the way. Dr. Warga identifies the "mind misconnect" syndrome that causes unsettling events during perimenopause and menopause, noting that they are not signs of imminent madness but a natural part of aging. She names this condition "WHMS: Warga's Hormonal Misconnection Syndrome." Drawing upon cutting-edge brain research and many never-before-described cases, Warga provides the first scientific explanation for why the symptoms occur and reveals how they can be reversed or alleviated. She provides a self-assessment test to help readers determine whether they are experiencing "mind misconnect" syndrome and offers important information and advice on estrogen replacement therapy as well as non-hormonal treatments that mimic estrogen's mind-boosting effects. Her self-screening test, symptom chart, and treatment measurement technique are important tools every woman can use to assess her condition and progress over time, with or without her ob/gyn. FREE copies of Menopause And The Mind were given away at the chat.

Read the transcript of Claire Warga, Ph.D.'s Dec. 8th visit.


Steven F. Hotze, M.D., Founder of the Hotze Health and Wellness Center, enables his patients to enjoy a better quality of life by helping them achieve and maintain health and wellness naturally by focusing on bio-identical hormone replacement, chronic yeast overgrowth, bio-identical thyroid hormone supplementation, adrenal fatigue, the treatment of airborne and food allergies, vitamin and mineral supplementation and nutrition. Dr. Hotze has appeared on hundreds of radio shows discussing his blockbuster new bestseller Hormones, Health and Happiness: A Natural Medical Formula for Rediscovering Youth with Bioidentical Hormones.. He's also recently appeared on the CBS Early Morning Show and CNN's American Morning. Dr. Hotze says, "If You're Sick and Tired of Being Sick And Tired, It's Time To Get Your Life Back!" FIVE FREE COPIES of Hormones, Health and Happiness were given away at the chat.

Read the transcript of Steven Hotze, M.D.'s Oct. 27th visit.


Mira Kirshenbaum has been a psychotherapist and researcher for nearly 30 years. Clinical Director of The Chestnut Hill Institute, Mira is also the author of numerous bestselling books including, "Too Good To Leave, Too Bad To Stay," "The Gift Of A Year," "The Emotional Energy Factor," "Everything Happens For A Reason," and her newest book, "The Weekend Marriage: Abundant Love in a Time-Starved World". In TWM, Mira talks about what is now the single most important reason people are having trouble with their relationships. We don't have time for love these days! Until now we haven’t understood how the lives we lead damage love, and we haven’t known what to do about it. How do you solve problems that come up between you if there’s no time to talk? How do you deal with anger if there’s no time to heal the hurts? How do you make good things happen and rebuild your relationship if you’re always using the little time you have to put out fires? How do you balance your needs and your partner’s? Mira's book provides all the insights and tools people need to protect their love and keep it strong. Our not having time for love is real. That means being in a relationship is a whole new ball game. But when you understand how to keep love healthy under these new conditions, you can return to the joy, intimacy, and abundant love you've been longing for. And it turns out it's a lot easier to do it right than to do it wrong. Five FREE copies of The Weekend Marriage were given away at the chat.

Read the transcript of Mira Kirshenbaum's Sept. 29th visit.

Dearest, Power Surge founder, discusses treatments for the symptoms of menopause. Some women feel as though they're losing their grip when their hormones, anxiety, depression, mood swings and hot flashes become so overwhelming. What can they do? Getting ALL the information and support women so desperately need during this challenging time is essential. If anyone tells you menopause isn't a challenging time of life, or everyone gets through it easily -- don't believe it! There are a host of issues from the physical, emotional, spiritual - the daily discomfort we can't always account for, nor can we always find remedies for. First, to find a remedy. Secondly, to learn acceptance of all these changes and creating a new mind-set. It's important to learn and practice relaxation techniques. Contrary to what many believe, the answers don't always lie in prescriptions, herbs or other methods of treatment, but in the way we approach the menopausal changes. Some of the simplest remedies can be tremendously effective -- long walks, quiet times to regroup emotionally, yoga, regular exercise -- 15 minutes 3x a week (it doesn't have to be strenuous exercise as long as it's consistent), time out with a good book, music and a cup of relaxing herbal tea, self-hypnosis, learning to pamper ourselves.

Pamela Peeke, M.D., M.P.H., F.A.C.P., is a clinical assistant professor of medicine at the University of Maryland School of Medicine and a Pew Foundation Scholar in Nutrition and Metabolism. Dr. Peeke is a medical commentator for CNN, and has appeared on Oprah, Larry King Live, The View, The Today Show, Dateline, PrimeTime, and others. She is the Chief Medical Correspondent for Nutrition and Fitness with Discovery Health TV. Dr. Peeke regularly contributes to numerous magazines and is medical director for the National Women's Health Resource Center. Author of numerous books, her bestselling, Fight Fat After Forty, presented groundbreaking research describing how chronic stress contributes to weight gain and threatens the length and quality of life after the age of forty, Dr. Peeke has become known as the scientist who first presented the scientific basis of the "stress-fat" connection to the American public, raising awareness about this potentially life threatening medical condition. Dr. Peeke's newest book is Body for Life for Women: A Woman's Plan for Physical and Mental Transformation. Peeke says, "Women are up to their ovaries in stress" as they try to care give everyone in their lives. Women are psychologically hard wired to make their quest for self care even more difficult. Peeke's experience in working with women of all ages proved to her that women have unique female traits that prevent them from keeping both physically and mentally fit. "I knew from my practice that the most successful plan for today's women would factor in the realities of a woman's whole life - the full-time job, the endless caregiving, the stress that comes with trying to do it all. And, most clearly of all, it would address the issues of emotional eating and poor body image-issues with which many women struggle on a daily basis." Five FREE copies of Body for Life for Women were given away at the chat.

Read the transcript of Pamela Peeke, M.D.'s June 16th visit.

Pete Hueseman, R.Ph, P.D., Everything you need to know about natural, bio-identical hormones. Registered Pharmacist for nearly 30 years, co-founder of Bellevue Pharmacy, and a Power Surge natural hormone consultant for 9 years -- Ask The Pharmacist, Pete Hueseman provides information about menopause and naturally compounded, plant derived, bio-dentical Hormones. These are not the same as the synthetic hormones used in the halted Women's Health Initiative Study. Pete will answer your questions about menopause and bio identical hormones, such as such as progesterone, estrogens -- estradiol, estriol, estrone, tri-estrogen, bi-estrogen -- DHEA, testosterone and pregnenolone. Power Surge has ONLY endorsed naturally compounded bioidentical hormones, not synthetics. Five lucky members at the chat won FREE PRIZES.

Read the transcript of Pete Hueseman's June 9th visit.

Carla R. Herrera is the publisher of 40+ -- an online magazine for midlife women. She has worked at several newspapers over the years, often in the capacity of graphic artist, or as a graphic consultant. Ms. Herrera has had numerous published articles in publications throughout California as well as numerous online publications. Her new book, The Contemporary Woman's Guide to Midlife: Essays and Resources for Life Transitions, takes the reader through the transitions of midlife. It’s an intimate portrait of a midlife woman, as well as a poignant, entertaining and educational relation of the midlife journey. Herrera questions, "Midlife brings with it many things - among them, for some women, a slap across the head! The bucket of cold water dumped on us during slumber. The metaphorical kick in the teeth. Beauty is one of those things. We can’t help but think about it because it’s right there in our face every day. We have to look in that mirror every morning and if the image of the woman staring back at us isn’t what we want, we have to question what it is we need to validate ourselves." FREE copies of "The Contemporary Woman's Guide To Midlife" were given away at the chat.

Read the transcript of Carla Herrera's June 2nd visit.


No guest chat tonight! Have a peaceful Memorial Day Weekend and remember our soldiers abroad! - Dearest.

Phillip O. Warner, M.D., OB-GYN and Power Surge's very popular, Ask Dr. Warner was in private practice in Northern California for 32 years and is the former director of the Menopause Institute of Northern California. He is a Diplomat of the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, a member of the North American Menopause Society, and has done clinical research for the pharmaceutical industry. Dr. Warner's special interest is in hormone imbalance therapy. The use of hormones when indicated, should be in the form of bioidentical hormones which are natural to the human female. He found that a number of his patients did not respond well to the standardized treatment. By individualizing treatment, Dr. Warner was able to dramatically improve his patients' quality of life. Much of Dr. Warner's career has been spent empowering women through education and individualized treatment to stay healthy with alternative therapies including nutritional supplements, herbal therapy, acupuncture and good dietary intake. These therapies, combined with weight control, exercise regimens, stress reduction and avoidance of toxic substances, can lead to a longer symptom-free post menopausal life.

Dr. Warner wrote: "The prescribing of oral Premarin by physicians for estrogen deficiency has evolved over the years as an automatic ‘Pavlovian’ response without any thought to giving individual treatment. Premarin is not a ‘natural’ substance in human consumption, nor is it the best choice of treatment despite its wide usage. The notion that a substance derived from horses is ‘natural’ to the human female is a tribute to 50 years of successful advertising." Dr. Warner's commitment to research, patient education, and individualized treatment, led to his current role providing specific consultation to patients. This enables women to receive individual answers to questions as Power Surge's, Ask Dr. Warner.

Read the transcript of Phillip Warner, M.D.'s May 19th visit.

Sue Shellenbarger is the creator and writer of the The Wall Street Journal's "Work & Family" column. Shellenbarger has been writing or editing for The Wall Street Journal in various capacities for 25 years and also hosted a syndicated national "Work & Family" talk radio show on The Wall Street Journal Radio Network for two years. Her column has been nominated for the Pulitzer Prize and has received six major national awards. Her new book, The Breaking Point: How Female Midlife Crisis Is Transforming Today's Women. Long stereotyped as the province of men, today the midlife crisis is reported with greater frequency by women than men. Though the female midlife crisis travels many courses, Sue Shellenbarger found that most women's angst is propelled primarily by one powerful, repressed passion -- a part of oneself that begs for expression and reintegration. These archetypal drives -- Shellenbarger labels them the Lover, the Leader, the Adventurer, the Artist, the Seeker, and the Gardener -- reflect our core human capabilities to love, to create, and to learn. FREE copies of The Breaking Point were given away at the chat.

Read the transcript of Sue Shellenbarger's May 12th visit.

Barbara De Angelis, Ph.D., is one of the most influential relationship experts of our time. For the past 25 years, she has reached millions of people with her positive messages about love, happiness and the search for meaning in our lives. In 1994, she wrote and produced the award-winning TV infomercial, "Making Love Work." Barbara also has written regularly for numerous magazines, hosted her own television and radio shows, and has appeared weekly on CNN. She's been on Oprah, Donahue, Leeza and Geraldo. Barbara is a popular television personality, and the author of fourteen best-selling books, including How To Make Love All The Time and the #1 New York Times blockbusters, Are You The One For Me? and Secrets About Men Every Woman Should Know were on the NY Times bestseller list for months. " Ask Barbara, Secrets About Life Every Woman Should Know, and the #1 New York Times bestseller, Chicken Soup For The Couple's Soul.

Barbara returned to Power Surge to discuss her newest book -- How Did I Get Here? Finding Your Way to Renewed Hope and Happiness When Life and Love Take Unexpected Turns. All of us find ourselves at one time or another, facing the unexpected and thinking, "How did I get here?" Whether because of disappointments in love, crises in health, family or finances, professional dissatisfaction, or events beyond our control. De Angelis illustrates how life's challenges bring people to emotional and spiritual crossroads. "Lingering too long in this gap," Barbara De Angelis explains, "may lead to a turning off of the erotic self, a feeling of nagging discontent, and a loss of a sense of purpose in life. FREE copies of How Did I Get Here? were given away at the chat.

Read the transcript of Dr. Barbara De Angelis' May 5th visit.

Dr. Ivy Alexander and Karla Knight are co-authors of 100 Questions and Answers About Menopause. Ivy M. Alexander, PhD, C-ANP is an Associate Professor at the Yale University School of Nursing and Director of the Adult, Family, Gerontological and Women's Health Primary Care Specialty. She is also a practicing clinician in the internal medicine department of the Yale University Health Services. She has practiced as a nurse practitioner in internal medicine with a focus on women's health since 1992. Her primary interest is menopause and midlife health issues.

Karla A. Knight, RN, MSN, has been a nurse for 28 years. Since 1997, she has been a writer for Nursing Spectrum, a national RN-led communications company and division of the Gannett Company, Inc. Her many articles have appeared online as well as in print media.

Their book, 100 Questions and Answers About Menopause addresses menopause as well as other midlife health risks such as osteoporosis, diabetes, heart disease and breast cancer. While some women sail through menopause, others experience a whole range of symptoms. "100 Questions & Answers About Menopause" offers the help you need to understand menopause symptoms, treatment options, including lifestyle changes, alternative therapies, prescription medications and more. The book discusses difficult issues surrounding the HRT controversy and natural hormones. FREE copies of 100 Questions and Answers About Menopause were given away at the chat.

Read the transcript of Ivy Alexander and Karla Knight's April 28th visit.

Cynthia Bulik, Ph.D., Clinical Psychologist, is the William R. and Jeanne H. Jordan Distinguished Professor of Eating Disorders at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She is also a professor of nutrition in the School of Public Health and the director of the UNC Eating Disorders Program. In their new book, Runaway Eating: The 8-Point Plan To Conquer Adult Food And Weight Obsessions, Bulik and co-author, dietitian Nadine Taylor, shed light on the physical and psychological factors that drive runaway eating and show women how to regain a healthy relationship with food. Strategies are provided for dealing with problematic eating behaviors, particularly those that affect women in midlife. In understanding our eating disorders, the authors examine the underlying causes of runaway eating and address the complex array of factors responsible for its increase in recent years. More and more women, especially those between the ages of 35 and 60, are developing symptoms of runaway eating as they struggle to cope with the stresses of menopause, empty nest syndrome, caring for ailing parents, work overload, and cultural emphasis on youth and beauty. The authors also explain why some of us are more likely to develop runaway eating, and what keeps this behavior going -- even when there’s a desire to stop. Whether readers occasionally binge, restrict their food intake, exercise excessively, or purge, the authors offer help and hope. Their 8-Point plan for recovery offers simple strategies beginning with identifying the triggers that set off runaway eating, understanding the importance of eating on time, rerouting thinking, transforming moods, alleviating anxiety, defusing depression, finding alternate ways to deal with the factors that perpetuate runaway eating, managing menopausal symptoms and paring down perfectionism. FREE copies of Runaway Eating were given away at the chat.

Read the transcript of Cynthia Bulik, Ph.D.'s April 14th visit.

Colette Bouchez is an award-winning medical journalist with more than 20 years of experience. She is the former medical writer for the New York Daily News and the author of six health books for women. Her syndicated newspaper columns on health, fitness, and beauty were regularly published in more than 1,500 newspapers around the world. Her articles have appeared in dozens of magazines. In her newest book, Your Perfectly Pampered Menopause: Health, Beauty, and Lifestyle Advice for the Best Years of Your Life, Colette Bouchez dispenses the latest news on everything from hot flashes, insomnia, and dysfunctional bleeding to incontinence, bone health, weight control, and more. She explores the latest buzz on HRT, natural hormones, and the newest prescription drugs, as well as the latest in natural and traditional care. Your Perfectly Pampered Menopause includes tips on anti-aging skin care, make-up, diet and exercise, having great mid-life sex and more. More than just somber discussions about HRT, award-winning journalist, Bouchez, created a rejuvenating handbook that blends authoritative clinical research with the humor, fun and conversation tone of your very best friend. FREE copies of Your Perfectly Pampered Menopause were given away at the chat.

Read the transcript of Colette Bouchez's April 7th visit.

Laura Petracek, Ph.D., is assistant professor of clinical psychology at National University in Sacramento, CA. She maintains a private practice in San Francisco. Dr. Petracek's new book, The Anger Workbook for Women: How to Keep Your Anger from Undermining Your Self-Esteem, Your Emotional Balance, and Your Relationships. This workbook addresses the unique concerns of women with anger problems. "Rigid social patterning conditions many women to stifle or deny their anger, and this repression can cause a range of other psychological problems. Others experience violent, outwardly focused anger." Whichever pattern your anger follows, this book provides a powerful set of anger management tools. Cognitive behavioral and attitude adjustment exercises help you limit the power of anger-triggering situations. Worksheets and assessments guide you in an examination of family-of-origin issues that might contribute to your problems with anger. Sections of the workbook explore the connection between anger and substance abuse, mood disorders, and spirituality, as well as the issue of domestic violence. FREE copies of "The Anger Workbook for Women" were given away at the chat.

Read the transcript of Dr. Laura Petracek's March 31st visit.


There will be no guest chat March 24th in memory of my father, Walter Lotto, who left us one year ago on this day - Dearest.

Duane Townsend, M.D., internationally renowned Gynecologist, who introduced to medicine, Endometrial Ablation; Colposcopy, Cryosurgery and Nurse Practitioners. Dr. Townsend has authored 90+ papers in peer review journals and 15+ chapters in books, over half of which deal with various aspects of pre-invasive diseases of the cervix, vulva and vagina. He's the author of the book, The Maverick of Medicine Speaks to Women: A World-Reowned Gynecologist's Solution for a Better World in Women's Health Care. If you have any questions about menopause, gynecology, hysterectomy, endometrial ablation, et al, stop by and 'Ask Dr. Townsend'. FREE autographed copies of "The Maverick Of Medicine Speaks To Women" were given away at the chat.

Read the transcript of Dr. Duane Townsend's March 17th visit.

Sandra Pertot, Ph.D. is a clinical psychologist and sex therapist. Contrary to many books on sexuality and libido, Dr. Pertot's new book, Perfectly Normal: Living and Loving with Low Libido, rejects the current notion that a "healthy" sex life means frequent and exciting. Instead, individuals fall along a wide spectrum of interest in sex and low libido does not necessarily mean sexual dysfunction. If you feel like you wouldn't care if you never had sex again, you're not alone. The largest group of people seeking sex therapy is women who feel there must be something wrong with them because they don't have the urgent sex drive that they believe everybody is supposed to have. In Perfectly Normal, She believes that there are many ordinary and logical reasons why you might not want to have sex--and provides practical solutions to everyday sexual problems. She doesn't offer a cure for low libido but rather Dr. Sandra Pertot dismisses that theory. This is an approach for making your sex life the best it can be with what you've got. In Perfectly Normal, you'll find specific tips on discovering your sexual potential, including how to: Explore your ability to have orgasms, Stay focused during sex, Practice fantasizing, Appreciate your body, Identify what gets you interested in sex--and what turns you off. FREE copies of Perfectly Normal: Living and Loving with Low Libido were given away at the chat.

Read the transcript of Dr. Sandra Pertot's March 10th visit.

Pete Hueseman, R.Ph, P.D., Part Two: Everything you need to know about natural, bio-identical hormones. Registered Pharmacist for nearly 30 years, co-founder of Bellevue Pharmacy, and a Power Surge natural hormone consultant for 9 years -- Ask The Pharmacist, Pete Hueseman provides information about menopause and naturally compounded, plant derived, bio-dentical Hormones. These are not the same as the synthetic hormones used in the halted Women's Health Initiative Study. Pete will answer your questions about menopause and bio identical hormones, such as such as progesterone, estrogens -- estradiol, estriol, estrone, tri-estrogen, bi-estrogen -- DHEA, testosterone and pregnenolone. Power Surge has ONLY endorsed naturally compounded bioidentical hormones, not synthetics. Three lucky members at the chat WON a FREE CONSULTATION along with one FREE MONTH'S SUPPLY of bio-identical hormones -- a $75.00 VALUE FREE.

Read the transcript of Pete Hueseman's Feb. 24th visit.

Dr. Stephen Gullo received his doctorate in psychology from Columbia University, and for more than a decade was a professor and researcher at Columbia University Medical Center. He is the former chair of the National Obesity and Weight Control Education Program of the American Institute for Life-Threatening Illness at Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center. His first book, Thin Tastes Better, was a national bestseller. Dr. Gullo is currently president of the Institute for Health and Weight Sciences' Center for Healthful Living in New York City. In his newest book, The Thin Commandments Diet: The 10 No-Fail Strategies for Permanent Weight Loss. Dr. Stephen Gullo lets you in on his unique weight-loss program that has a success rate that is many times higher than the national average and has helped patients lose more than 100 pounds -- and maintain that weight loss for more than 5 years. FREE copies of The Thin Commandments Diet were given away at the chat.

Read the transcript of Dr. Stephen Gullo's Feb. 17th visit.

Pete Hueseman, R.Ph, P.D., Part One: Everything you need to know about natural, bio-identical hormones. Registered Pharmacist for nearly 30 years, co-founder of Bellevue Pharmacy, and a Power Surge natural hormone consultant for 9 years -- Ask The Pharmacist, Pete Hueseman provides information about menopause and naturally compounded, plant derived, bio-dentical Hormones. These are not the same as the synthetic hormones used in the halted Women's Health Initiative Study. Pete will answer your questions about menopause and bio identical hormones, such as such as progesterone, estrogens -- estradiol, estriol, estrone, tri-estrogen, bi-estrogen -- DHEA, testosterone and pregnenolone. Power Surge has ONLY endorsed naturally compounded bioidentical hormones, not synthetics.

Read the transcript of Pete's Feb. 10th visit.

Dr. Charles Foster is co-founder and research director of The Chestnut Hill Institute in Boston. For thirty years he has worked as a psychotherapist and consultant with individuals, couples, families, and organizations of all sizes. The focus of his work has been to develop an evidence-based approach to finding practical solutions for perennial problems. His research is based on studying people who are successful with a particular problem and learning how to apply their solutions in the most effective way. Dr. Foster has appeared on the Oprah Show and many other national shows. He was featured on a John Stossel 20/20 Prime Time Special for ABC News. His newest book, Feel Better Fast: Overcoming the Emotional Fallout of Your Illness or Injury deals with the emotional and psychological distress that accounts for sixty percent or more of the total distress you feel when you're sick or injured. This means that if you relieve the emotional fallout of your illness or injury, you have begun to address the most important factor standing in the way of your feeling better. Feel Better Fast is the first and only book to show how to do this. FREE copies of Feel Better Fast were given away at the chat.

Read the transcript of Dr. Charles Foster's Feb. 3rd visit.

Aaron Tabor, M.D., is the Founder and Medical Director of Physicians Laboratories, developers of Doctor-Formulated Revival Soy Protein, the #1 doctor-recommended soy protein supplement. Dr. Tabor oversees research involving randomized, double-blinded, placebo-controlled studies at leading hospitals on the benefits of soy in the areas of menopause, PMS, weight loss, energy, bone support and cholesterol health. Read the transcript of Dr. Tabor's last visit to Power Surge. Dr. Tabor is Power Surge's "Ask The Soy" Expert. Everyone attending the chat received FREE variety packs of Revival Soy Protein products. Dr. Tabor's Jan. 20th transcript will be in the Library soon.

Read the transcript of Aaron Tabor, M.D.'s Jan. 20th visit.

Dearest, Power Surge founder discusses treatments for the symptoms of menopause. Some women feel as though they're losing their grip when their hormones, anxiety, depression, mood swings and hot flashes become so overwhelming. What can they do? Getting ALL the information and support women so desperately need during this challenging time is essential. If anyone tells you menopause isn't a challenging time of life, or everyone gets through it easily -- don't believe it! There are a host of issues from the physical, emotional, spiritual - the daily discomfort we can't always account for, nor can we always find remedies for. First, to find a remedy. Secondly, to learn acceptance of all these changes and creating a new mind-set. It's important to learn and practice relaxation techniques. Contrary to what many believe, the answers don't always lie in prescriptions, herbs or other methods of treatment, but in the way we approach the menopausal changes. Some of the simplest remedies can be tremendously effective -- long walks, quiet times to regroup emotionally, yoga, exercise, 15 minutes with a relaxing herbal tea, self-hypnosis, learning to pamper ourselves.


November - December _ Time off from guest chats for the holidays!

Victor Davich has been a meditator for over 20 years. He has studied with some of America's foremost meditation teachers, including Shinzen Young and Sharon Salzberg. Victor’s first book, The Best Guide to Meditation, was a Book of the Month Club Main Selection and is published worldwide. He has also been an attorney, screenwriter, and producer for Fortune 500 advertising agencies including Paramount Pictures. Victor is the creator of 8 Minute Meditation: Quiet Your Mind. Change Your Life, the revolutionary new program that Time Magazine calls "The most American form of meditation yet." His program is contained in his just published book 8 Minute Meditation: Quiet Your Mind. Change Your Life. (Perigee) and his companion Guided Meditation CD, available at www.8minutes.org. Victor will talk about 8 Minute Meditation and how meditation can empower us to approach any life transition or challenge with power, serenity, acceptance, and compassion for ourselves - and others. FREE copies of 8 Minute Meditation were given away at the chat.

Read the transcript of Victor Davich's Nov. 18th visit.

Dearest, Power Surge founder, hosts a series of open chats about the importance of online support for women in their transitional years. When you feel as though you're losing your mind -- when your hormones, anxiety, depression, mood swings, hot flashes make you feel like you're losing your grip, what do you do? Getting the information, support and caring women so desperately need during this challenging time. If anyone tells you menopause isn't a challenging time of life, or everyone gets through it easily -- don't believe it! There are a host of issues from the physical, emotional, spiritual - the daily discomfort we can't always account for, nor can we always find remedies for. There's the acceptance of all these changes, creating a new mind-set, reinventing ourselves, a great deal of learning and practice on how to relax and get through what oftentimes seems more like a war zone than a natural part of a woman's evolution. Some of the simplest remedies can be tremendously effective -- long walks, quiet times to regroup emotionally, yoga, exercise, 15 minutes with a relaxing herbal tea, self-hypnosis, learning to pamper ourselves.


Stuart Shipko, M.D. is a Psychiatrist and Neurologist who has treated over 2500 patients with panic disorder. As the Medical Director of PDI -- the Panic Disorder Institute - Dr. Shipko's specialty is in the area of panic disorder and stress-related medical conditions, stress and trauma related disorders, psychiatric injury, psychosomatic medicine, general psychiatry. Dr. Shipko will answer your questions at Ask the Psychiatrist, Dr. Stuart Shipko. Dr. Shipko's new book is Surviving Panic Disorder: What You Need To Know. Dr. Shipko will discuss panic disorder/attacks, anxiety, stress-related issues, anti-depressants/SSRI's, such as Xanax, Prozac, Effexor, Zoloft and Paxil. FREE copies of Dr. Shipko's book were given away at the chat.

Read the transcript of Dr. Stuart Shipko's Oct, 21st visit.


Susan Rako, M.D., a Harvard educated psychiatrist, has taught at Harvard Medical School's Mental Health Center. Dr. Rako conducts frequent workshops addressing the subject of her ground-breaking book, The Hormone Of Desire: The Truth About Testosterone, Sexuality and Menopause, an exploration into the world of testosterone supplementation for women in menopause or post-hysterectomy. Libido problems are very common especially during the peri and postmenopausal years. Dr. Rako is also the author of No More Periods? The Risks of Menstrual Suppression and Other Cutting-Edge Issues About Hormones and Women's Health. Five FREE copies of The Hormone of Desire were given away at the chat

Read the transcript of Susan Rako, M.D., Oct. 7th visit.


There will be no guest chat due to the Presidential Debates


Paul Hueseman, Pharm.D. is an integral part of the Bellevue Pharmacy Solutions team that makes up Power Surge's Pharmaceutical Experts. Dr. Paul Hueseman is a graduate of the St. Louis College of Pharmacy where he completed the Doctor of Pharmacy Program. Paul has a wide array of experience including retail pharmacy and experience in natural hormone compounding, having worked for Bajamar Women's Healthcare in the past. Paul is an expert in clinical assessment, disease management, and patient consultation. Along with Pete Hueseman, R.Ph, PD, Power Surge's pharmaceutical consultant of 9 years, Paul is co-owner of Bellevue Pharmacy Solutions, a pharmacy with a large segment devoted to compounding prescription (natural, bio-identical) hormones -- progesterone, estradiol, estriol, estrone, tri-estrogen, DHEA, testosterone, pregnenolone. Three lucky members won one FREE month's supply of an Rx of bio-identical hormones -- a $50.00 value

Read the transcript of Paul Hueseman, Pharm.D.'s September 23rd visit.


Dr. C.W. (Randy) Randolph is internationally recognized for his natural medicine approach to women’s health concerns. As a trained pharmacist and Board Certified practicing gynecologist, With devastating reports coming out about synthetic hormones, Dr. C.W. Randolph, Jr. was urged to write, From Hormone Hell to Hormone Well: Discover Human-Identical Hormones as a Safe & Effective Treatment for PMS, Perimenopause, Menopause or Hysterectomy. This book helps women understand how their bodies can be treated effectively by using human-identical natural hormones to treat the symptoms associated with PMS, perimenopause, menopause, or hysterectomy. With more than 38,000,000 women now hitting the perimenopause or menopausal years, Dr. Randolph discusses safe and effective treatments for weight gain, depression, osteoporosis, mood swings, premature aging, breast health, hot flashes, low sex drive, fluid retention, and fatigue. Five FREE copies of From Hormone Hell to Hormone Well were given away at the chat.

Read the transcript of Dr. C. W. Randolph's September 9th visit


David Johnson, Ph.D., is an associate professor and chairman in the department of physiology at the College of Osteopathic Medicine, University of New England, Biddleford, Maine. Breakthrough medical tests can find dozens of deadly diseases before it's too late. But because of the state of modern healthcare (with insurers' red tape and doctors' busy schedules), most of us don't know that these tests are available let alone which ones to have, what they're called or how to ask them. That's all about to change. With the new book, Medical Tests that can Save Your Life: 21 Tests Your Doctor Won't Order ... Unless You Know To Ask, you'll learn how to determine if you're at risk for life-threatening conditions. Once you gauge your risk levels, Drs. Johnson and Sandmire teach you which test to request from your doctor and how to make sure you get them. Genetic tests for cancer risk, the latest blood tests for heart disease, and even older test like ultrasound have one thing in common: They can save your life. Five FREE copies of Medical Tests That Can Save Your Life were given away at the chat.

Read the transcript of Dr. David Johnson's September 2nd visit


Aaron Tabor, M.D., is the Founder and Medical Director of Physicians Laboratories, developers of Doctor-Formulated Revival Soy Protein, the #1 doctor-recommended soy protein supplement. Dr. Tabor oversees research involving randomized, double-blinded, placebo-controlled studies at leading hospitals on the benefits of soy in the areas of menopause, PMS, weight loss, energy, bone support and cholesterol health. Dr. Tabor is Power Surge's "Ask The Soy Doctor" Expert. Dr. Tabor gave away FREE variety packs of Revival Soy Protein products at the chat.

Read the transcript of Dr. Tabor's August 26th visit


Pete Hueseman, R.Ph, P.D., Everything you need to know about natural, bio-identical hormones. Registered Pharmacist for nearly 30 years, co-founder of Bellevue Pharmacy, and a Power Surge natural hormone consultant for 8 years -- Ask The Pharmacist, Pete Hueseman provides information about menopause and naturally compounded, plant derived, bio-dentical Hormones. These are not the same as the synthetic hormones used in the halted Women's Health Initiative Study. Pete will answer your questions about menopause and bio identical hormones, such as such as progesterone, estrogens -- estradiol, estriol, estrone, tri-estrogen, bi-estrogen -- DHEA, testosterone and pregnenolone. Power Surge has ONLY endorsed naturally compounded bioidentical hormones, not synthetics. Five FREE bottles of the Active Women's Multi Vitamin were given away at the chat.

Read the transcript of Pete Hueseman's August 12th visit


Mira Kirshenbaum, psychotherapist in private practice and author of numerous bestselling books including, "The Gift Of A Year," "Too Good To Leave, Too Bad To Stay," The Emotional Energy Factor and her newest, Everything Happens For A Reason: Finding The True Meaning of the Events in Our Lives. The premise of Mira's newest book is "that no matter what happens to you, not only does something valuable come out of it but it's just what you need." Kirshenbaum details the 10 possible life lessons one might learn from unhappy life events, ranging from self-acceptance, feeling at home in the world and letting go of fear to finding true love or your hidden talents. Included is a seven-step method to overcome fear and a list of the 10 elements of true love. If you've undergone a tragedy and are desperate to find meaning in it, Mira's smooth, comforting tone will give you some direction. Read the transcript of Dr. Mira Kirshenbaum's last visit. Five FREE copies of Everything Happens For A Reason were given away at the chat.

Read the transcript of Mira Kirshenbaum's August 5th visit.


Dr. Marianne Brandon is a Clinical Psychologist, licensed in Maryland, and a Diplomat in Sex Therapy through AASECT. She is the co-author with Andrew Goldstein, M.D. of, Reclaiming Desire: 4 Keys to Finding Your Lost Libido, the first book to not just talk about the existence of low desire, not just offer "quick fixes" like the long-overused "schedule time for sex" solution, but to really explain to women how complex their libido is (being affected by their intellectual, emotional, spiritual, and physical selves). For the vast majority (of women)...a decline in sex drive takes a tremendous physical and emotional toll. These women speak of feeling deficient, ashamed, sad, angry, anxious, or unfulfilled. Drs. Goldstein and Brandon are co-founders of the Sexual Wellness Center in Annapolis, MD. where they specialize in treating women's sexual problems. FREE copies of Dr. Brandon's book were given away at the chat.

Read the transcript of Dr. Marianne Brandon's July 29th visit.


Dearest, Power Surge founder, discusses the importance of online support for women in their transitional years. When you feel as though you're losing your mind -- when your hormones, anxiety, depression, mood swings, hot flashes make you feel like you're losing your grip. What do you do? Getting the information, support and caring women so desperately need during this challenging time. If anyone tells you menopause isn't a challenging time of life, or everyone gets through it easily -- don't believe it! There are a host of issues from the physical, emotional, spiritual - the daily discomfort we can't always account for, nor can we always find remedies for. There's the acceptance of all these changes, creating a new mind-set, reinventing ourselves, a great deal of learning and practice on how to relax and get through what oftentimes seems more like a war zone than a natural part of a woman's evolution. Some of the simplest remedies can be tremendously effective -- long walks, quiet times to regroup emotionally, yoga, exercise, 15 minutes with a wonderfully relaxing herbal tea, self-hypnosis, learning to pamper ourselves.

Stuart Shipko, M.D. is a Psychiatrist and Neurologist who has treated over 2500 patients with panic disorder. As the Medical Director of PDI -- the Panic Disorder Institute - Dr. Shipko's specialty is in the area of panic disorder and stress-related medical conditions, stress and trauma related disorders, psychiatric injury, psychosomatic medicine, general psychiatry. Dr. Shipko will answer your questions at Ask the Psychiatrist, Dr. Stuart Shipko. Dr. Shipko's new book is Surviving Panic Disorder: What You Need To Know. Dr. Shipko will discuss panic disorder/attacks, anxiety, stress-related issues, anti-depressants/SSRI's, such as Xanax, Prozac, Effexor, Zoloft and Paxil. FREE copies of Dr. Shipko's book were given away at the chat.

Read the transcript of Dr. Stuart Shipko's May 13th visit.

Sunny Hersh -- a former advertising executive, professional speaker, trainer, and workshop leader whose fun and engaging programs support busy people in achieving the quality of life they desire. At 40, she experienced weight gain, fatigue, PMS (psychotic mood swings), and that emotional wake-up call that starts women on the path to transforming their lives. Her book, Midlife Mamas on the Moon: Celebrate Great Health, Friendships, Sex, and Money and Launch Your Second Life is upbeat, a personal guide to positive choices that will keep you from being blown away by life’s accidents. Sunny talks about everything connected to being female and over 45. It's like having a treasured girlfriend to hang out with and consult about anything and everything. Five lucky people received FREE copies of Midlife Mamas on the Moon.

Read the transcript of Sunny Hersh's April 29th visit.

Stephen Holt, M.D. has practiced medicine since 1972. Professor of Medicine, Scientist, Board certified gastroenterologist and internist in the U.S., England and Canada, with higher training in nutrition, clinical pharmacology and medicine of addictions. The topic of this chat will be natural alternatives to hormone replacement therapy. Dr. Holt is the author of 12 books including, The MenoPlan: Women's Wellness, Natural Ways to Healthy Menstruation and Menopause. The MenoPlan is very up to date on last year's chilling news about the adverse effects of hormone replacement therapy. Five lucky participants received FREE bottles of MenoPlan™ for treating menopause symptoms.

Read the transcript of Dr. Stephen Holt's April 7th visit

Pete Hueseman, R.Ph, P.D., About Natural, Bioidentical Hormones, Menopause and Alternative Methods of Treatment. Registered Pharmacist for nearly 30 years, co-founder of Bellevue Pharmacy Solutions, and a Power Surge consultant for 8 years -- Ask The Pharmacist, Pete Hueseman provides information about menopause and naturally compounded, plant derived, bio-identical Hormones. These are not the same as the synthetic hormones used in the halted Women's Health Initiative Study. Pete will answer your questions about menopause and bio identical hormones, such as such as progesterone, estradiol, estriol, estrone, tri-estrogen, bi-estrogen, DHEA, testosterone and pregnenolone. Power Surge has ONLY endorsed naturally compounded bioidentical hormones, not synthetics. Five lucky people received FREE bottles of the Active Women's Multi.

Read the transcript of Pete Hueseman, R.Ph, P.D.'s April 1st visit

Dearest, Power Surge founder, discusses the importance of online support for women in their transitional years. When you feel as though you're losing your mind -- when your hormones, anxiety, depression, mood swings,
hot flashes make you feel like you're losing your grip. What do you do? Getting the information, support and caring women so desperately need during this challenging time. If anyone tells you menopause isn't a challenging time of life, or everyone gets through it easily -- don't believe it! There are a host of issues from the physical, emotional, spiritual - the daily discomfort we can't always account for, nor can we always find remedies for. There's the acceptance of all these changes, creating a new mind-set, reinventing ourselves, a great deal of learning and practice on how to relax and get through what oftentimes seems more like a war zone than a natural part of a woman's evolution. Some of the simplest remedies can be tremendously effective -- long walks, quiet times to regroup emotionally, yoga, exercise, 15 minutes with a wonderfully relaxing herbal tea, self-hypnosis, learning to pamper ourselves.

Isadore Rosenfeld, M.D. returns to Power Surge. Rosenfeld, America's favorite doctor, has legions of fans who follow his regular column in Parade magazine and his popular Sunday-morning television series Sunday Housecall on FOX News Channel. In addition to his numerous scientific publications and medical textbooks for doctors, he has written nine New York Times bestsellers. He is a distinguished member of the faculty at New York-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Medical College of Cornell University and attending physician at New York Presbyterian Hospital. Dr. Rosenfeld is widely recognized as one of our country's preeminent doctors. His newest bestselling book is, Dr. Isadore Rosenfeld's Breakthrough Health 2004 : 167 Up-to-the Minute Medical Discoveries, Treatments, and Cures That Can Save Your Life, from America's Most Trusted Doctor! Every day we're inundated with new, often confusing information on health. It's been nearly impossible to make sense of it all -- until now. Isadore Rosenfeld, M.D., separates fact from fiction on topics such as high blood pressure, mammograms, hormone replacement therapy, weight loss and more. And he gives the low-down on today's most recent medical breakthroughs, including: The common over-the-counter drug that protects against breast cancer; The truth about herbal remedies such as echinacea, ephedra, arnica, and ginkgo; One vitamin that helps prevent childhood asthma; A simple stethoscope test that can stop a stroke in its tracks; The newest pharmaceutical advances that treat everything from Alzheimer's to vascular disease. Five people received FREE copies of Dr. Isadore Rosenfeld’s Breakthrough Health 2004.

Read the transcript of Dr. Isadore Rosenfeld's Feb. 19th visit.

Stephen Holt, M.D. Professor of Medicine, Scientist, Board-certified gastroenterologist and internist in the U.S., the U.K. and Canada, with higher training in nutrition, clinical pharmacology and medicine of addictions. Dr. Holt is the author of 12 books including, Antiporosis: The Osteoporosis Plan. Over 25 million Americans suffer from osteoporosis, 80% of those are female. Osteoporosis affects 1/2 to 1/3 of all postmenopausal women. After the age of 50 a woman's risk of developing osteoporosis doubles every 5 years. Postmenopausal hormone replacement can reduce the risk of developing osteoporotic fractures by 50%. A woman who takes at least 10 days of progesterone in addition to estrogen replacement after menopause is estimated to have a 10% lower risk of osteoporosis. Women who smoke regularly become menopausal two years earlier than those who do not smoke. For the average woman, the risk of developing osteoporosis is greater than the combined risk of developing both endometrial and breast cancer. Everyone at the received a copy of Dr. Holt's, The Antiporisis™ Plan.

Read the transcript of Dr. Stephen Holt's Jan. 29th visit.

Mary Jo Rulnick and Judith Burnett Schneider are the co-authors of The Frantic Woman's Guide to Life: A Year's Worth of Hints, Tips, and Tricks. "Frantic" isn't an unusual state of mind during menopause. Do-it-yourself expert, Mary Jo Rulnick, and organizing genius Judith Burnett Schneider have come to the rescue. Better than a 25-hour day, their compilation offers a full year's worth of amazing, timesaving tips and efficiency secrets that can eliminate clutter, turn your family into a cleaning team, organize your life month-by-month, and even find ways to save you money. From financial planning to redecorating your kitchen, you'll accomplish more than you ever dreamed possible-and still have time to smell the roses and give your kids an extra hug. Read a sample chapter. Five lucky participants received free copies of The Frantic Woman's Guide to Life.

Read the transcript of Mary Jo Rulnick and Barbara Schneider's Jan. 22nd visit.

Endocrinologist, Kenneth R. Blanchard, M.D., is the author of What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Hypothyroidism: A Simple Plan for Extraordinary Results. If you're experiencing depression, fatigue, headaches, memory lapses, weight gain, hair loss, menstrual abnormalities, these are some of the symptoms that plague 13 million patients with hypothyroidism. Many patients with hypothyroidism go from doctor to doctor without being properly diagnosed. This is because the TSH blood test, considered the gold standard for diagnosis, is simply not an accurate indicator of hypothryoidism. Millions who are properly diagnosed find themselves undergoing often ineffective treatments for their disorder. Dr. Blanchard's groundbreaking treatment program draws on emerging research, medical facts, and three decades of clinical experiences as an endocrinologist. It's an individualized program that treats patients with the safe, but little used, T3 hormone in the best combination with the more common T4 hormone, as well as with nutritional advice and alternative treatments that really work! Five lucky participants received free copies of Dr. Blanchard's book.

Read the transcript of Dr. Kenneth Blanchard's Jan. 8th visit.

Stephen Holt, M.D. has practiced medicine since 1972. Professor of Medicine, Scientist, Board certified gastroenterologist and internist in the U.S., England and Canada, with higher training in nutrition, clinical pharmacology and medicine of addictions. The topic of this chat will be natural alternatives to hormone replacement therapy. Dr. Holt is the author of 12 books including his upcoming, The MenoPlan: Women's Wellness, Natural Ways to Healthy Menstruation and Menopause. The MenoPlan will reach the shelves in late January and is very up to date on this year's chilling news about the adverse effects of hormone replacement therapy. Five lucky participants received free bottles of MenoPlan™ for treating menopause symptoms.

Read the transcript of Dr. Stephen Holt's Dec. 18th visit.

Pete Hueseman, R.Ph, P.D., Parts One and Two About Natural Hormones, Menopause and Alternative Methods of Treatment. Registered Pharmacist for nearly 30 years, co-founder of Bellevue Pharmacy Solutions, and a Power Surge consultant for 8 years -- Ask The Pharmacist. Pete Hueseman provides information about menopause and naturally compounded, plant derived, bio-identical Hormones. These are not the same as the synthetic hormones used in the halted Women's Health Initiative Study. Pete will answer your questions about menopause and natural hormones, such as such as progesterone, estradiol, estriol, estrone, tri-estrogen, bi-estrogen, DHEA, testosterone and pregnenolone. Eight lucky people won free bottles of the Active Women's Multi.

Read the transcript of part one of Pete Hueseman's Dec. 4th visit and part Two of Pete Hueseman's Dec. 11th visit.

Stuart Shipko, M.D. is a Psychiatrist and Neurologist who has treated over 2500 patients with panic disorder. As the Medical Director of PDI -- the Panic Disorder Institute - Dr. Shipko's specialty is in the area of panic disorder and stress-related medical conditions, stress and trauma related disorders, psychiatric injury, psychosomatic medicine, general psychiatry. Dr. Shipko will answer your questions at Ask the Psychiatrist, Dr. Stuart Shipko. Dr. Shipko's new book is Surviving Panic Disorder: What You Need To Know. Dr. Shipko will discuss panic disorder/attacks, anxiety, stress-related issues, anti-depressants/SSRI's, such as Xanax, Prozac, Effexor, Zoloft and Paxil. Free books were given away at the chat

Read the transcript of Dr. Stuart Shipko's Nov. 20th visit

Mary Jane Minkin, M.D., Mary Jane Minkin, MD, is a board-certified obstetrician/gynecologist in private practice in New Haven, Conn., and a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Yale University School of Medicine. She is lead author or coauthor of articles in numerous peer-reviewed journals and coauthor of What Every Woman Needs to Know About Menopause, Yale University Press, 1996. She also gives lectures to menopause support groups. Her newest book is The Yale Guide to Women's Reproductive Health: From Menarche to Menopause Five FREE copies of "The Yale Guide to Women's Reproductive Health" were given away at the chat.

Read the transcript of Dr. Mary Jane Minkin's Nov. 6th visit

Stephen Holt, M.D., has practiced medicine since 1972. Professor of Medicine, Scientist, Board certified gastroenterologist and internist in the U.S., England and Canada, with higher training in nutrition, clinical pharmacology and medicine of addictions. Most of Dr. Holt's referred patients have been seen by several physicians previously and they often have complex disorders. Dr. Holt is the author of 12 books including Combat Syndrome X, Y & Z -- Syndrome X is the combination of obesity, high cholesterol, high blood pressure and linked by the presence of insulin resistance affects up 70 million Americans. Everyone at the chat received a free copy of Dr. Holt's Combat Syndrome X, Y and Z.

Read the transcript of Dr. Stephen Holt's Oct. 30th visit.

Mark Houston, M.D., clinical professor of medicine at Vanderbilt University, Director of Hypertension Institute and Vascular Biology, author of What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Hypertension: The Revolutionary Nutrition and Lifestyle Program to Help Fight High Blood Pressure. Dr. Houston uses conventional, nutritional and complementary/alternative modalities to help heal patients of their various diseases. Five FREE copies of Dr. Houston's book were given away at the chat.

Read the transcript of Dr. Mark Houston's Oct 23rd visit

Jacqueline Marcell, is a former college professor and television executive, who after the experience of caring for her elderly parents became an author, publisher, radio host, national speaker, and advocate for eldercare awareness and reform. She is the devoted daughter in her riveting bestseller, Elder Rage, or Take My Father... Please! How to Survive Caring For Aging Parents, a Book-of-the-Month Club selection, which is being considered for a feature film.

Read the transcript of Jacqeline Marcell's Oct. 16th visit

Erika Schwartz, M.D., author of "The Hormone Solution: Naturally Alleviate Symptoms of Hormone Imbalance from Adolescence Through Menopause." Specializing in women's health, Dr. Erika Schwartz has been practicing medicine for 20 years. Dr. Schwartz addresses hormone imbalance and has conducted studies on alternatives to traditional HRT. Five FREE copies of Dr. Schwartz's book were given away at the chat.

Read the transcript of Dr. Erika Schwartz's Oct. 2nd visit

Duane Townsend, M.D, internationally renowned Gynecologist,who introduced to medicine, Endometrial Ablation; Colposcopy, Cryosurgery and Nurse Practitioners. He's the author of the new book, The Maverick of Medicine Speaks to Women: A World-Reowned Gynecologist's Solution for a Better World in Women's Health Care. If you have any questions about menopause, gynecology, hysterectomy, endometrial ablation, et al, stop by and 'Ask Dr. Townsend'. Five FREE autographed copies of "The Maverick Of Medicine Speaks To Women" were given away at the chat.

Read the transcript of Dr. Duane Townsend's Sept. 25th visit

Barbara Seaman, renowned women's health advocate, columnist, author of numerous books including the 1969 landmark and controversial book, The Doctor's Case Against The Pill, when Barbara predicted everything we now know to be true about the dangers of synthetic hormones. Her newest book takes on the HOT topic again... The Greatest Experiment Ever Performed On Women: Exploding The Estrogen Myth. Five free copies of "The Greatest Experiment Ever Performed On Women" were given away at the chat.

Read the transcript of Barbara Seaman's Sept. 4th visit

Pete Hueseman, R.Ph, P.D., Registered Pharmacist for nearly 30 years, co-founder of Bellevue Pharmacy Solutions, and a Power Surge consultant for 7 years -- Ask The Pharmacist. Pete Hueseman provides information about menopause and naturally compounded, plant derived, bio-identical Hormones. These are not the same as the synthetic hormones used in the halted Women's Health Initiative Study. Pete will answer your questions about menopause and natural hormones, such as such as progesterone, estradiol, estriol, estrone, tri-estrogen, bi-estrogen, DHEA, testosterone and pregnenolone. Five lucky people were be given FREE bottles of the Active Women's Multi.

Read the transcript of Pete Hueseman's Aug. 7th visit

Jed Diamond is Director of MenAlive, a health center for men and the women who care. It's not women, alone, who go through menopause, but our men do, too, and understanding one another is of the utmost importance. A licensed psychotherapist for 35 years, Jed Diamond is an internationally recognized educator in the area of men’s health and empowerment. He is the author of seven books including the landmark book, Male Menopause, which has been translated into 17 languages. The book details the hormonal, physiological, psychological, interpersonal, social, sexual, and spiritual changes that occur in all men generally between the ages of 40 and 55. He has also authored, Surviving Male Menopause: A Guide for Women and Men, and his latest book is, The Whole Man Program: Reinvigorating Your Body, Mind, and Spirit after 40. He has shared his expertise on the midlife (and beyond) male condition on numerous shows, such as "The View" and "Good Morning America." Five lucky people were given FREE copies of "Male Menopause."

Read the transcript of Jed Diamond's July 24th visit.

Rochelle Rice has a master's degree in plus-size exercise from the Gallatin School of Individualized Study at New York University. She is certified by the American Counsel on Exercise (ACE) and is a member of the American Anorexia Bulimia Association (AABA). She serves on the board of directors for the National Association for the Advancement of Fat Acceptance (NAAFA). Rochelle is the author of Real Fitness for Real Women: A Unique Workout Program For The Plus-Size Woman. Five lucky people were given FREE copies of "Real Fitness for Real Women." Read a sample chapter.

Read the transcript of Rochelle Rice's July 17th visit.

Susan Rako, M.D., a Harvard educated psychiatrist, has taught at Harvard Medical School's Mental Health Center. Dr. Rako conducts frequent workshops addressing the subject of her ground-breaking book, The Hormone Of Desire: The Truth About Testosterone, Sexuality and, Menopause, an exploration into the world of testosterone supplementation for women in menopause or post-hysterectomy. Dr. Rako will also discuss the controversial subject of her newest book, No More Periods? The Risks of Menstrual Suppression and Other Cutting-Edge Issues About Hormones and Women's Health. Five lucky people won FREE copies of Dr. Rako's new book.

Read the transcript of Dr. Susan Rako's July 10th visit.

Menopause and weight issues. Many women find themselves putting on the pounds during their peri and postmenopausal years. Sometimes it's due to hormonal imbalances. It might be the result of using hormone replacement therapy. It could be the result of a slower metabolism, not getting enough exercise, not adjusting their eating habits. During these stressful, transitional years, many women turn to comfort food to help them through the anxiety, depression and other uncomfortable symptoms often associated with menopause. Whatever the reason for weight gain, most of us realize that "diets" don't really work. If we do lose weight on a regimented diet, once we've reached goal, many women go back to their original way of eating and gain the weight back -- in fact, gain even more weight. We'll discuss the issues of emotional eating, sabotaging ourselves, what motivation one needs to stay with a successful weight loss program and the importance of exercise!

Dearest, aka Alice Stamm,, Power Surge founder, discusses the importance of online support and mentoring for women in their transitional years. Getting the information, support and caring they so need during this challenging time. If anyone tells you menopause isn't a challenging time of life, or everyone gets through it easily -- don't believe them! There are a host of issues from the physical, emotional, spiritual - the daily discomfort we can't always account for, nor can we always find remedies for. There's the acceptance of all these changes, creating a new mind-set, reinventing ourselves, a great deal of learning and practice on how to relax and get through what oftentimes seems more like a war zone than a natural part of a woman's evolution. Some of the simplest remedies can be tremendously effective -- long walks, quiet times to regroup emotionally, yoga, exercise, 15 minutes with a wonderfully relaxing herbal tea, self-hypnosis, learning to pamper ourselves.

Felicia Cosman, M.D., an osteoporosis specialist, is the Clinical Director of the National Osteoporosis Foundation, Medical Director of the Clinical Research Center at Helen Hayes Hospital in West Haverstraw, N.Y., and associate professor of clinical medicine at Columbia University. Dr. Cosman is the author of What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Osteoporosis: Help Prevent--and Even Reverse--the Disease That Burdens Millions of Women. Dr. Felicia Cosman brings an important new perspective on osteoporosis and offers a balanced program for preventing and slowing bone loss. Discussion will include Bone Density Testing; Medical Therapy for Pre-Menopausal Women; Estrogen and HRT Therapy; Tamoxifen, Raloxifene and the new bone-building drug, Forteo. Five FREE copies of Dr. Cosman's book were given away. Read a sample chapter.

Read the transcript of Dr. Felicia Cosman's June 19th visit.

Denise Lamothe, Psy.D., is a licensed psychologist and a doctor of holistic health. In her practice, she combines traditional and alternative methods to work "holistically" -- that is, with each client's physical, emotional, social and spiritual needs. The author of The Taming Of The Chew: A Holistic Guide To Stopping Compulsive Eating, Dr. Lamothe has helped people with compulsive eating behaviors. Dr. Lamothe is Power Surge's new Ask The Weight Loss / Eating Issues Expert. Dr. Lamothe will discuss strategies she uses in treating her patients on how to avoid binge eating.

Read the transcript of Dr. Denise Lamothe's June 12th visit.

Erika Schwartz, M.D., author of "The Hormone Solution: Naturally Alleviate Symptoms of Hormone Imbalance from Adolescence Through Menopause." Specializing in women's health, she has been practicing medicine for 20 years. Dr. Schwartz addresses the problems of hormone imbalance and is presently seeking women to participate in a a new study on alternatives to traditional HRT. As a result of her research and the clinical data she has accumulated, she has become an expert in the treatment of hormone imbalance with natural hormone supplementation. Five lucky people won FREE copies of Dr. Schwartz's book.

Read the transcript of Dr. Erika Schwartz's June 5th visit.

Stuart Shipko, M.D. is a Psychiatrist and Neurologist who has treated over 2500 patients with panic disorder. As the Medical Director of PDI -- the Panic Disorder Institute - Dr. Shipko's specialty is in the area of panic disorder and stress-related medical conditions, stress and trauma related disorders, psychiatric injury, psychosomatic medicine, general psychiatry. An outspoken expert in the area of psychopharmacology, Dr. Shipko will discuss anti-anxiety and anti-depressants/SSRI's, such as Xanax, Prozac, Effexor, Zoloft and Paxil. Dr. Shipko will answer your questions at Ask the Psychiatrist, Dr. Stuart Shipko.

Read the transcript of Dr. Stuart Shipko's May 29th visit.

Stephen Edelson, M.D. has practiced medicine for more than 20 years. As an autoimmune specialist and founder of the Edelson Center for Environmental and Preventative Medicine in Atlanta, he has successfully treated thousands of patients using innovative and effective alternative therapies. Dr. Edelson lives and works in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Edelson co-authored What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Autoimmune Disorders: The Revolutionary Drug-free Treatments for Thyroid Disease, Lupus, MS, IBD, Chronic Fatigue, Rheumatoid Arthritis, and Other Diseases. Five lucky people were given FREE copies of Dr. Edelson's book. Read a sample chapter.

Read the transcript of Dr. Stephen Edelson's May 22nd visit.

Pete Hueseman, R.Ph, P.D., Registered Pharmacist for nearly 30 years, co-founder of Bellevue Pharmacy Solutions, and a Power Surge consultant for 7 years -- Ask The Pharmacist. Pete Hueseman provides information about menopause and naturally compounded, plant derived, bio-identical Hormones. These are not the same as the synthetic hormones used in the halted Women's Health Initiative Study. Pete will answer your questions about menopause and natural hormones, such as such as progesterone, estradiol, estriol, estrone, tri-estrogen, bi-estrogen, DHEA, testosterone and pregnenolone.

Read the transcript of Pete Hueseman's May 15th visit.

Michael S. Broder, M.D. is an assistant professor of obstetrics and gynecology at the UCLA School of Medicine. He has extensive research training and has served as a consultant to the RAND Corporation (a research think tank in Santa Monica, CA) since 1996. He has earned a listing in Who's Who in America, 2001. He is a frequent public speaker on women's health isssues. Dr. Broder has also studied the overuse of hysterectomy to treat gynecologic problems. He is on the board of the National Uterine Fibroids Foundation, a group dedicated to helping women with uterine fibroids. Dr. Broder co-authored with Scott C. Goodwin, M.D. What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Fibroids: New Techniques and Therapies--Including Breakthrough Alternatives to Hysterectomy. Five lucky people won FREE copies of Dr. Broder's book. Read a sample chapter.

Read the transcript of Dr. Michael Broder's May 8th visit.


Spring Break - Time off!

Sandy Braff, M.A., M.F.T. is a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist in private practice in the San Diego area. As we are aging ourselves, we often find ourselves coping with our loved ones aging -- suffering from dementia or Alzheimer's disease. We must be able to survive one emotional upheaval after another. Caregivers have been known to put their own lives on hold and become entirely devoted to caregiving - making this difficult role even harder, and often compromising their own health. Sandy Braff will show us that this needn't happen. Even if you're not the primary caregiver, there are difficulties associated with staying connected, while letting go. Since 1989, she has voluntarily facilitated a weekly Alzheimer's Caregiver's Support Group. She also facilitates a monthly support group at a local Alzheimer's facility. She authored Staying Connected While Letting Go: The Paradox of Alzheimer's Caregiving. This is not a menopause chat, but one devoted to coping with and caregiving for aging parents with adult onset dementia and the power of support groups.

Read the transcript of Sandy Braff's April 10th visit.

Erika Schwartz, M.D., author of "The Hormone Solution: Naturally Alleviate Symptoms of Hormone Imbalance from Adolescence Through Menopause." A passion and commitment to the empowerment and education of women to be the healthiest they can be! Specializing in women's health, she has been practicing medicine for 20 years. Dr. Schwartz gives scientifically proven and caring combinations of alternative and conventional medicine. In her continued search for women's health issue solutions, Dr. Schwartz addresses the problems of hormone imbalance.

Read the transcript of Dr. Erika Schwartz's April 3rd visit.

Join Dearest, aka Alice Stamm, Power Surge Founder, in a chat about "simply menopause!" Simply? Did someone say "simply?" Yes, it can be simpler if you educate yourself, learn about the numerous methods there are for treating your menopausal symptoms, uncomplicate your life, learn relaxation techniques, proper breathing during hot flashes, how to cope with the anxiety and depression often associated with menopause. How your lifestyle affects everything you experience during this rite of passage and how effective exercise can be in actually eliminating some of the most severe symptoms of menopause. In the end, everything comes back to what's "simple" and "natural."

Bronwyn Fox suffered with panic disorder/Agoraphobia for four years. Through her own research, she developed techniques that led to her own cure 11 years ago and went on to become a major force in educating the Australian mental health system to better recognize and treat anxiety disorders. She co-founded and became CEO of the Panic Anxiety Disorder Association in Australia and conducts workshops for those suffering from anxiety disorders. She authored, Power Over Panic: Freedom From Panic/Anxiety Related Disorders. Bronwyn conducts successful Mindfulness Panic Anxiety Management Program online and off for those suffering from anxiety and panic attacks.

Read the transcript of Bronwyn Fox's March 20th visit.

Lise Cloutier-Steele, is a communications specialist and a professional writer and editor, who has herself had a traumatic experience with hysterectomy. She is the author of Misinformed Consent: Women's Stories About Unnecessary Hysterectomy and is is the recipient of a Canada 125 Award in recognition of a significant contribution to the community and to Canada for her volunteer efforts. "Misinformed Consent" is a compilation of stories by hysterectomy survivors about the prejudices and traumas that accompanied their hysterectomies. In combining their moving personal stories, the women hope to enlighten readers with honest accounts on the impact that surgical castration can have on a woman’s sexuality, dispel the myth that all women feel wonderful after a hysterectomy and/or oophorectomy, provide information on alternative treatments, warn others against the potential dangers of hormone replacement therapy, offer validation to those who suffer greatly from the aftereffects of hysterectomy and oophorectomy, and empower women everywhere to demand better and more honest care. Five FREE copies of Lise's book were given away at the chat.

Read the transcript of Lise Cloutier-Steele's March 13th visit.

Fred L. Miller, Author, Speaker, Coach & Yoga Teacher. He Speaks & Conducts unique programs in the areas of For Love of Work, Developing A Personal Spiritual Practice, Effective Decision Making, Accessing Your Creativity, and Everyday Courage. Author of How To Calm Down: Three Deep Breaths To Peace of Mind. Calm yourself down in seconds, anytime, anywhere with these easy techniques. Whether stranded in traffic, stressed at work, or stuck in the so-called express line, impatience is hurting your health. Even our spirituality can be sapped by impatience. As we speed through traffic or elbow our way angrily through a crowded mall, we’re thinking about the future, getting to the next appointment, crossing the next item off a to-do list, rather than being mindful of the joy and spirituality of the present moment.

Read the transcript of Fred L. Miller's March 6th visit.

Erika Schwartz, M.D., author of "The Hormone Solution: Naturally Alleviate Symptoms of Hormone Imbalance from Adolescence Through Menopause." Power Surge gave away FREE copies of Dr. Schwartz's book to everyone attending the chat. A passion and commitment to the empowerment and education of women of all ages to be the healthiest they can be is what defines her. Specializing in women's health, she has been practicing medicine for 20 years. In her continued search for women's health issue solutions, Dr. Schwartz addresses the problems of hormone imbalance. As a result of her research and the clinical data she has accumulated, she has become an expert in the treatment of hormone imbalance with natural hormone supplementation.

Read the transcript of Dr. Erika Schwartz's Feb. 27th visit.

Marie-Annette Brown, Ph.D., R.N.is the co-author with medical writer, Jo Robinson, of "When Your Body Gets The Blues: The Clinically Proven Program for Women Who Feel Tired, Stressed, and Eat Too Much!" Do you feel drowsy, sluggish, tense, moody, and disinterested in sex? The body blues is about those who have trouble sleeping, controlling your eating (especially sweets), and concentrating. If you have any of these symptoms, you may have the "body blues" (or "vegetative depressive symptoms"). Authors Marie-Annette Brown and Jo Robinson name these blues, which are caused by low or fluctuating hormones, "women's most misdiagnosed, undertreated, and mistreated mood problem." Dr. Brown is a professor in the School of Nursing at the University of Washington who is involved in research, teaching, and clinical practice. Dr. Brown has lectured widely and published more than 60 scientific papers. She is nationally certified as a family and psychiatric/mental health nurse practitioner and provides primary care at the University of Washington Women's Health Care Clinic.

Read the transcript of Dr. Marie-Annette Brown's Feb. 13th visit.

Dr. Howard M. Shapiro has had a successful holistic weight loss practice in Manhattan for more than 20 years. Diets simply don't work. Most people gain back all the weight they've lost and more. Author of the provocative New York Times bestselling book, Dr. Shapiro's Picture Perfect Weight Loss: The Visual Program for Permanent Weight Loss, Dr. Howard M. Shapiro proves that great eating and weight loss can go hand in hand. His proven program of Food Awareness Training will show you how it can all be done without gaining weight. So stop dieting, depriving yourself, and feeling guilty! Whether you want to lose 100 pounds, or simply to maintain your ideal weight, Dr. Shapiro provides an invaluable resource to help you enjoy a healthy and happy balance in your life. Featured in the NY Times, NY Daily News, New Woman, Vogue, W, Marie Claire, Cosmopolitan, Self, Ladies Home Journal, he has helped hundreds of celebrity, executive, and model clients successfully lose weight. In 1998, he created a weight-loss program for the New York City Police Department. The program was so successful that he was asked to develop a 10 week program for the New York City Fire Department in which the participants lost between 22 - 45 pounds. This program continues to be featured on Good Morning America and The View. Dr. Shapiro appeared as part of Power Surge's GIGS™ (Getting Into Good Shape) series.

Read the transcript of Dr. Howard Shapiro's Feb. 6th visit.

Pete Hueseman, R.Ph, P.D., Registered Pharmacist for nearly 30 years, co-founder of Bellevue Pharmacy Solutions, and a Power Surge consultant for 7 years -- Ask The Pharmacist. In view of the recent contoversy regarding conventional hormone therapy, women are more confused than ever about HRT. Pete Hueseman provides information in his area of expertise, menopause and *naturally compounded,* plant derived, bio-identical Hormones. These are not the same as the synthetic hormones used in the halted Women's Health Initiative Study. Pete will answer all your questions about menopause and natural hormones, such as such as progesterone, estradiol, estriol, estrone, tri-estrogen, bi-estrogen, DHEA, testosterone and pregnenolone.

Read the transcript of Pete Hueseman's Jan. 30th visit.

Julia Griggs Havey tried every get-thin-quick gimmick and nothing worked. She eventally dieted her way from a size 8 to a 290 pound size 24. At 29, she resigned herself to a matronly figure and plus-size clothing. Then, one fateful day, Julia received an anonyous note informing her that her husband was having an affair. It was just the wake-up call she needed. From that moment on, she changed her attitude and took charge of her life. Fifteen months after the poison pen letter, she had divorced her husband, changed jobs, lost over 130 pounds and later married and was crowned Mrs. Missouri. Julia shares her inspirational story and weight-loss secrets in Awaken The Diet Within: From Overweight To Looking Great - If I can Do It, So Can You. Julia Griggs Havey is a motivational speaker and columnist for eDiets.com. She also owns The Health and Wellness Institute with her husband in St. Louis. Julia Griggs Havey will appear as part of Power Surge's GIGS (tm) (Getting Into Good Shape) series.

Read the transcript of Julia Griggs Havey's Jan. 23rd visit.

Julia Elliott is more than a writer, researcher and lecturer. Julia is a crusader, a woman who has selflessly shared her extraordinary knowledge about the benefits of SOY / phytoestrogens, especialy for women during menopause. Julia says, "I went through an ordeal with the medications doctors gave me to help protect me during menopause. I did not like the side effects, so together with my new doctor, I explored the world of soy for this purpose. The results were perfect. Just what my body needed. Because soy has the ability to only give you additional estrogen through its natural sources, it does not allow the body to turn it into estrogen unless you are lacking it. That is the beauty of it. If I have enough natural estrogen floating through my system already, it does not allow the system to turn it into more estrogen.But, if you are lacking estrogen, it will help supplement it. I think this is why the Asians have such sucess with keeping their menopausal and post meno pausal women free of the menopausal effects." Author of "Simply Soy: Nature's Own Antidote," Julia's passion for sharing information on natural treatments for menopause is never ending.

Read the transcript of Julia Elliott's Jan. 16th visit.

Mira Kirshenbaum, psychotherapist in private practice and author of five bestselling books including, "The Gift Of A Year," Our Love Is Too Good To Feel So Bad, "Too Good To Leave, Too Bad To Stay" and her newest, The Emotional Energy Factor: The Secrets High-Energy People Use to Beat Emotional Fatigue. When we feel grouchy and lethargic, when we drag our heels through life and avoid treating ourselves to things we enjoy, then, writes psychotherapist Kirshenbaum, we’re likely suffering from emotional fatigue. "Women who've struggled in one way or another with menopause have a tremendous need for emotional energy."

Read the transcript of Mira Kirshenbaum's Jan. 9th visit.

Denise Lamothe, Psy.D., is a licensed psychologist and a doctor of holistic health. In her practice, she combines traditional and alternative methods to work "holistically" -- that is, with each client's physical, emotional, social and spiritual needs. The author of The Taming Of The Chew: A Holistic Guide To Stopping Compulsive Eating, Dr. Lamothe has helped people with compulsive eating behaviors. Dr. Lamothe returns to Power Surge to discuss the holidays and eating -- how to handle all the food during the celebrations, parties, dinners and stratagies she uses in treating her patients on how to avoid binge eating.

Read the transcript of Dr. Denise Lamothe's Dec. 5th visit.

Elizabeth G. Stewart, M.D. is a gynecologist and director of the Stewart-Forbes Vulvovaginal Specialty Service at Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates. Dr. Stewart is also Assistant Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Harvard Medical School and a member of Brigham and Women’s Hospital staff. She speaks extensively about vulvovaginal disease to medical professionals. Her perspectives as a full-time vulvovaginal practitioner, a researcher, and a teacher shape her prominence as one of the leading voices advocating the emerging importance of her specialty. Author of The V Book: A Doctor's Guide To Complete Vulvovaginal Health, she's compiled complete coverage of the facts about the healthy vulva, vagina and vestibule. Dr. Stewart discusses "that part" of your body. "Vagina is hardly a household word," she writes. Written because "so many women are unfamiliar with their bodies," the book's comprehensive content separates truth from popular belief about yeast infections, discusses the leading cause of vaginal complaints, and what foods to avoid with a bladder inflammation. This is not a gynecological sourcebook. It's written for the average woman who wants and needs to know more about vulvovaginal health.

Read the transcript of Dr. Elizabeth Stewart's Nov. 14th visit.

Susan Rako, M.D., a Harvard educated psychiatrist, has taught at Harvard Medical School's Mental Health Center. Dr. Rako conducts frequent workshops addressing the subject of her ground-breaking book, "The Hormone Of Desire: The Truth About Testosterone, Sexuality and, Menopause" as well as all forms of hormones. Dr. Rako's book is an exploration into the world of testosterone supplementation for women in menopause or post-hysterectomy.

Read the transcript of Dr. Susan Rako's Nov. 7th visit.

Marcie Richardson, M.D., a board certified OB-GYN. Dr. Richardson is professionally and personally interested in the subject of menopause. Dr. Richardson is co-director of the Harvard Vanguard Menopause Consultation Service, on the advisory board of the Harvard Women's Health Watch and a member of the North American Menopause Society (NAMS). She went to Med School at UCSD, and trained in Ob-Gyn at Beth Israel, a Harvard Hospital in Boston and has been in practice in Massachusetts since 1979, first in private practice and now associated with an HMO.

Read the transcript of Dr. Marcie Richardson's Oct. 17th visit.

Stuart Shipko, M.D. is a Psychiatrist and Neurologist who has treated over 2500 patients with panic disorder. As the Medical Director of PDI - the Panic Disorder Institute - Dr. Shipko's specialty is in the area of panic disorder and stress-related medical conditions, stress and trauma related disorders, psychiatric injury, psychosomatic medicine, general psychiatry. An outspoken expert in the area of psychopharmacology, Dr. Shipko answers your questions at Ask the Psychiatrist, Dr. Stuart Shipko. Dr. Stuart Shipko will discuss anti-anxiety and anti-depressants/SSRI's, such as Xanax, Prozac, Effexor, Zoloft and Paxil.

Read the transcript of Dr. Stuart Shipko's Oct. 17th visit.

Elizabeth Plourde, C.L.S., M.A., a licensed Clinical Laboratory Scientist, with a B.S. in Biological Science, an M.A. in Psychology, and currently completing her Ph.D., has spent the past decade working in cutting-edge medical research laboratories. Her research into the "standard medical practices" offered to women today, and the ability to convey a new level of understanding for women's health care in the 21st century, plus her own personal experience with a hysterectomy, led her to her writing, Your Guide to Hysterectomy, Ovary Removal, & Hormone Replacement: What All Women Need to Know. While dispelling many myths in her book, she discusses how sexual hormones influence the entire body and preserve every woman's life-long vibrant health; how your body has its own built-in anti-oxidants and anti-depressants; why today's "standard medical practices" of tubal ligations, hysterectomies, and ovary removal can set women up for future sexual dysfunction, heart disease, osteoporosis, depression, fibromyalgia, and bowel and bladder dysfunctions; insights into the perplexing decisions regarding HRT and enjoy smoother sailing in your relationships, as both women and their loved ones learn that there are answers for the imbalanced or insufficient hormones, which can alter women's capacity to function in the world.

Read the transcript of Elizabeth Plourde's Oct. 10th visit.

Denise Lamothe, Psy.D., is a licensed psychologist and a doctor of holistic health. In her practice, she combines traditional and alternative methods to work "holistically" -- that is, with each client's physical, emotional, social and spiritual needs. The author of The Taming Of The Chew: A Holistic Guide To Stopping Compulsive Eating, Dr. Lamothe has helped people with compulsive eating behaviors. Dr. Lamothe presents a complete program to combat overeating, showing compulsive eaters how to take control of their dependence on and obsession with food. Lamothe targets the enemy of "the Chew," which she describes as the "hurtful, persistent, out-of-control part of each of us." The Chew is what keeps overeaters from sticking to a dietary plan and can compel them to go on eating binges.

Read the transcript of Dr. Denise Lamothe's Sept. 26th visit.

Bronwyn Fox suffered with panic disorder/Agoraphobia for four years. Through her own research, she developed techniques that led to her own cure 11 years ago and went on to become a major force in educating the Australian mental health system to better recognize and treat anxiety disorders. She co-founded and became CEO of the Panic Anxiety Disorder Association in Australia and conducts workshops for those suffering from anxiety disorders. She authored, Power Over Panic: Freedom From Panic/Anxiety Related Disorders. Bronwyn conducts successful Mindfulness Panic Anxiety Management Program programs online and off for those suffering from anxiety and panic attacks.

Read the transcript of Bronwyn Fox's Sept. 12th visit.

Erika Schwartz, M.D., author of The Hormone Solution: Naturally Alleviate Symptoms of Hormone Imbalance from Adolescence Through Menopause." A passion and commitment to the empowerment and education of women of all ages to be the healthiest they can be is what defines her. Specializing in women's health, she has been practicing medicine for 20 years. Dr. Schwartz gives scientifically proven and caring combinations of alternative and conventional medicine. In her continued search for women's health issue solutions, Dr. Schwartz addresses the problems of hormone imbalance. As a result of her research and the clinical data she has accumulated, she has become an expert in the treatment of hormone imbalance with natural hormone supplementation.

Read the transcript of Dr. Erika Schwartz's Sept. 5th visit.

Pete Hueseman, R.Ph., P.D., joins us during our usual summer break from guest chats to address the urgent issues surrounding the HRT CONTROVERSY. Pete's been a registered pharmacist for 29 years and 7 years Power Surge's Pharmaceutical consultant -- Ask The Pharmacist. Pete works exclusively with natural, plant derived, bioidentical hormones, aka naturally compounded hormones. Pete is associated with Bellevue Pharmacy and will answer all your concerns about the news about hormone replacement therapy.

Read the transcript of Pete Hueseman's July 11th visit.

Elisa Lottor, Ph.D., N.D. is a board-certified naturopathic physician and an expert in nutrition and botanical medicine. In practice for over seventeen years, Dr. Lottor is an international lecturer and a seminar presenter with a special interest in women's health. Brain fog, forgetfulness, or simply the inability to think straight affects millions of women beginning as early as age 30, or younger-and no, it's not just your hormones. Female and Forgetful: A Six-Step Program to Help Restore Your Memory and Sharpen Your Mind is Dr. Lottor's new book.

Read the transcript of Dr. Elisa Lottor's May 16th visit.

Kathy Smith has reached millions of people with information on health, fitness, and nutrition. Kathy is the national spokesperson for Reebok's Body Walk program, a veteran fitness correspondent of NBC's Today Show, ABC's Good Morning America, and Whittle Communications' Special Reports TV. The author of numerous books and videos, Kathy's newest book is perfect for the Power Surge community, Moving Through Menopause: The Complete Program for Exercise, Nutrition, and Total Wellness (AOL Time Warner Book Group). Exercise not only keeps us healthy, but has proven invaluable in reducing and/or eliminating many menopausal symptoms, especially anxiety and depression.

Read the transcript of Kathy Smith's April 25th visit.

Stephanie Marston, returns to continue the Power Surge's series, Reclaiming Ourselves at Midlife. With twenty years experience as a licensed family therapist focusing on women's midlife issues, Stephanie is the author of the wonderfully empowering book upon which our series is based, "If Not Now, When? Reclaiming Ourselves at Midlife." "Midlife is a time when women long for a greater sense of wholeness." She addresses many of the defining questions women at midlife face. We will discuss the spiritual, emotional and psychological dimensions of this challenging life stage with a licensed therapist who's very familiar with women's issues at midlife.

Read the April 11th transcript, plus the full series of chats with Stephanie Marston.

Carol Schulz, 25 years experience as a speaker and professional consultant to major U.S. and European companies has made her acutely aware of the possible implications of menopause in the middle of a career. Carol has earned national recognition in televised appearances and book signings. She has conducted workshops on menopause for two major healthcare organizations that were interested in offering the women in their healthcare plans alternatives to HRT. The author of, 60 Second Menopause Management: The Quickest Ways to Handle Problems and Discomfort, is an informative "survival guide" on how to deal with distressing symptoms that occur at meetings, in the office, or in bed, plus quick remedies for coping with hot flashes, solutions for uncomfortable intimate moments, suggestions for tapping into natural food, vitamin and mineral resources, plus current research on menopausal women and heart disease, breast cancer, and osteoporosis. It also investigates the pros and cons of Hormone Replacement Therapy.

Read the transcript of Carol Schulz's March 28th visit.

Pete Hueseman, R.Ph., P.D., Registered Pharmacist for over 28 years and Power Surge's Ask The Pharmacist. Pete's area of expertise is menopause and naturally compounded, plant derived, bioidentical hormones. Pete will field all your questions about menopause and natural hormones, such as such as progesterone, estradiol, estriol, estrone, tri-estrogen, bi-estrogen, DHEA, testosterone and pregnenolone.

Read the transcript of Pete Hueseman's March 21st visit.

Isadore Rosenfeld, M.D., a Rossi Distinguised professor of medicine at New York Hospital Weil Cornell Medical Center and attending physician at New York Hospital and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center was President of the New York County Medical Society, a member of The Practicing Physicians Advisory Council for the Secretary of Health and Human Services. In private practice in Manhattan, Dr. Rosenfeld has also served as a consultant to the National Institute of Health on such task forces as arteriosclerosis, sudden death and hypertension. He is the recipient of the United Nation's Citizen of the World Award and the San Valentino D'Oro Gold Medal for Medicine and numerous other awards, and is the Widely recognized as one of our country's preeminent doctors. His regular appearances on network television have garnered a devoted nationwide following. Dr. Rosenfeld is one of the leading and most effective proponents of the medical enlightenment of the American public. He is the Health Editor of Parade magazine with 82 million readers and is the author of seven bestselling books: The Complete Medical Exam, Second Opinion, , Modern Prevention, Symptoms, The Best Treatment, Dr. What Should I Eat?, Dr. Rosenfeld's Guide to Alternative Medicine, and his latest book, the subject of our guest chat, Power to the Patient: The Treatments to Insist on When You're Sick (AOL Time Warner Book Group).

Read the transcript of Dr. Isadore Rosenfeld's March 14th visit.

Bruce Bekkar, M.D. continues the Power Surge series, Man To Man..."Women and Menopause," a series is to help educate men on menopause. Dr. Bekkar, aka "Dr. Bruce," has a dry sense of humor and has a successful course for men on women's biology. He says he wrote the book, Your Guy's Guide To Gynecology: Everything You Wish He Knew About Your Body If He Wasn't Afraid To Ask" to help the average man, whom he says is "completely confused about how women's plumbing works. This ignorance can adversely affect relationships." Men are encouraged to attend this series of chats to help them better understand their partners' menopausal experience.

Read the transcript of Dr. Bruce Bekkar's Jan. 24th visit.

Stephanie Marston, starts off the year with the continuation of the Power Surge's series, Reclaiming Ourselves at Midlife. Twenty years an experienced licensed family therapist. she focuses on women's midlife issues. The author of, "If Not Now, When? Reclaiming Ourselves at Midlife," Stephanie reminds us, "Midlife is a time when women long for a greater sense of wholeness." This series addresses the spiritual, emotional and psychological dimensions of this challenging life stage.

Read all four transcripts of the series with Stephanie Marston.

Pete Hueseman, R.Ph., P.D., Pharmacist for over 27 years and Power Surge's Pharmaceutical consultant -- Ask The Pharmacist. Pete works exclusively with natural, plant derived, bioidentical hormones, aka naturally compounded hormones. Pete is associated with Bellevue Pharmacy and will answer all your questions about menopause and naturally compounded hormones, such as such as progesterone, estradiol, estriol, estrone, tri-estrogen, bi-estrogen, DHEA, testosterone and pregnenolone.

Read the transcript of Pete Hueseman's Dec. 20th visit.

Dick Roth helps kick off the Power Surge series, Man To Man... "Women and Menopause" -- devoted to the men in the lives of menopausal women. The purpose of this series is to help educate men on the transition their wifves / partners and, ultimately, relationships go through. Dick Roth, a 53-year-old former Olympic gold medal winner says he nearly derailed his own marriage when his wife started to suffer hot flashes. "I was the typical clueless husband," Roth says, whose book is, No, It's Not Hot In Here: A Husband's Guide To Understanding Menopause has been very popular in helping to educate men about their wives or partners menopause experience. Both men and women are encouraged to attend this series of chats.

Read the transcript of Dick Roth's Dec. 6th visit.

Barry Simon, M.D., Psychiatrist and Psychoanalyst, Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Toronto. He specializes in the treatment of obesity and lectures internationally on the implementation of weight management and wellness strategies as found in his bestselling, "Break The Weight Loss Barrier." Dr. Simon's approach to weight loss and good health helps you break the weight-loss barrier by developing a diet and lifestyle that helps you cope with your cravings. Learn how to apply proven mental strategies and common sense nutritional guidelines to a personalized weight-loss plan.

Read the transcript of Dr. Barry Simon's Nov. 29th visit.

Stuart Shipko, M.D. is a Psychiatrist and Neurologist who has treated over 2500 patients with panic disorder. As the Medical Director of PDI - The Panic Disorder Institute - Dr. Shipko's specialty is in the area of panic disorder and stress-related medical conditions, stress and trauma related disorders, psychiatric injury, psychosomatic medicine, general psychiatry. Dr. Shipko will be addressing the issue of the side effects of SSRI's, such as Paxil.

Read the transcript of Dr. Stuart Shipko's Nov. 15th visit.

Deborah Gordon, M.D., incorporates conventional medicine, herbal and nutritional therapies, plus mind-body medicine. She lectures across the country. Menopause The Natural Way: The Women's Natural Health Series, co-authored by Molly Siple, explains what women can do to feel their best during this transitional time. She is also the author of Perimenopause the Natural Way.

Read the transcript of Dr. Deborah Gordon's Oct. 25th visit.

Bronwyn Fox suffered with panic disorder/Agoraphobia for four years. Through her own research, she developed techniques that led to her own cure 11 years ago and went on to become a major force and articulate spokesperson in educating the Australian mental health system to better recognize and treat anxiety disorders. She authored, Power Over Panic: Freedom From Panic/Anxiety Related Disorders. Bronwyn conducts successful Mindfulness Panic Anxiety Management Program online and off for those suffering from anxiety and panic attacks.

Read the transcript of Bronwyn Fox's Oct. 18th visit.

David Simon, M.D., is the Co-Founder and Medical Director of The Chopra Center, a pioneer in the medical field, whose mission is to facilitate the integration of complementary and conventional medicine. Dr. Simon is one of the nation's foremost authorities on the use of holistic health care practices. Author of wellness books, The Chopra Center Herbal Guide, co-authored with Dr. Deepak Chopra; Vital Energy: The 7 Keys to Invigorate Body, Mind and Soul, Return to Wholeness: Embracing Body, Mind and Spirit in the Face of Cancer, The Wisdom of Healing, Grow Younger, Live Longer: 10 Steps to Reverse Aging, co-authored by Dr. Deepak Chopra.

Read the transcript of Dr. David Simon's Oct. 11th visit.

Christine Conrad, Founder of the Natural Woman Institute and co-author with Dr. Marcus Laux, of "Natural Woman, Natural Menopause," plus "A Woman's Guide to Natural Hormones." Conrad is committed to educating women and physicians about real alternatives for women’s health care and involved in a crusade dedicated to the advancement of safe, effective medical treatment for all women.

Read the transcript of Christine Conrad's Oct. 4th visit.

Steven Carter, Power Surge relationship expert and author of 19 books, including the NY Times runaway bestseller, "Men Who Can't Love," "What Smart Women Know" and "This Is How Love Works," Steven's last book.

Read the transcript of Steven Carter's Sept. 30th visit.

Ruth Jacobowitz,Frequent Power Surge guest, Lecturer, Author of the very popular "150 Most Asked Questions About..." series of books including, "The 150 Most-Asked Questions About Menopause, " ".... Osteoporosis"..."... Midlife Sex, Love & Intimacy What Women and Their Partners Really Want To Know" and "The Estrogen Answer Book."

Read the transcript of Ruth Jacobowitz's Sept. 28th visit.

Stephanie Marston, Part 3, Reclaiming Ourselves at Midlife. The series began Aug. 30th and continues Sept. 6th and 13th. We will discuss the spiritual, emotional and psychological dimensions of this challenging life stage with a licensed therapist whose practice focuses on women's midlife issues.

Read the transcript of part 3 of the series with Stephanie Marston.

Susan Rako, M.D., Harvard educated psychiatrist, has taught at Harvard Medical School's Mental Health Center. Dr. Rako, a frequent Power Surge guest, conducts frequent workshops addressing the subject of her ground-breaking book, "The Hormone Of Desire: The Truth About Testosterone, Sexuality and, Menopause" as well as all forms of hormones.

Read the transcript of Dr. Susan Rako's Sept. 9th visit.

Stephanie Marston, Part 2, Reclaiming Ourselves at Midlife. The spiritual, emotional and psychological dimensions of this challenging life stage with a licensed therapist whose practice focuses on women's midlife issues.

Read the transcript of part 2 of the series with Stephanie Marston.

Stephanie Marston, kicks off Power Surge's series, Reclaiming Ourselves at Midlife. With twenty years experience as a licensed family therapist focusing on women's midlife issues, Stephanie is the author of the new book upon which this series will be based, "If Not Now, When? Reclaiming Ourselves at Midlife." Stephanie reminds us, "Midlife is a time when women long for a greater sense of wholeness." She addresses many of the defining questions women at midlife face. We will discuss the spiritual, emotional and psychological dimensions of this challenging life stage with a licensed therapist who's very familiar with women's issues at midlife.

Read the transcript of part one of the series with Stephanie Marston.

Monique Gilbert joins Power Surge on America Online. She is a Certified Personal Trainer/Fitness Counselor and health advocate and through her knowledge and understanding about health and fitness, and the important role diet plays in a person's strength, vitality and longevity, Monique's mission is to educate and enlighten about the benefits of healthy eating and living. She is the author of "Virtues of Soy: A Practical Health Guide and Cookbook."

Read the transcript of Monique Gilbert's August 19th visit.

Lee Baer, Ph.D., is an internationally recognized expert in the treatment of OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder) and related disorders. He is an associate professor of Psychology at Harvard Medical School and the director of research of the OCD Institute at McLean Hospital. He is the author of "The Imp Of The Mind: Exploring the Silent Epidemic of Obsessive Bad Thoughts," and "Getting Control: Overcoming Your Obsessions and Compulsions." Read the fascinating transcript of Dr. Baer's first visit.

Read the transcript of Dr. Lee Baer's July 26th visit.

Margaret A. Mahony MD, is a gynecologist experienced in managed care and fee-for-service practice. Her new book, Saving The Soul of Medicine, is a timely collection of stories from Dr. Mahony's women patients regarding their experiences with managed health care. It is clear from reading the book that the system is dysfunctional and that it needs to change. Saving The Soul of Medicine also offers hope and solutions in order to set things right again.

Read the transcript of Dr. Margaret A. Mahony's July 19th visit.

Bronwyn Fox, Bronwyn Fox suffered with panic disorder/Agoraphobia for four years. Through her own research, she developed techniques that led to her own cure 11 years ago and went on to become a major force in educating the Australian mental health system to better recognize and treat anxiety disorders. She co-founded and became CEO of the Panic Anxiety Disorder Association in Australia and conducts workshops for those suffering from anxiety disorders. She authored, Power Over Panic: Freedom From Panic/Anxiety Related Disorders. Bronwyn conducts successful Mindfulness Panic Anxiety Management Program programs online and off for those suffering from anxiety and panic attacks.

Read the transcript of Bronwyn Fox's July 5th visit.

Theodore C. Friedman, M.D., Ph.D. has a private practice specializing in treating patients with adrenal, pituitary, thyroid and fatigue disorders and detecting and treating hormone imbalances, including hormone replacement therapy. Dr. Friedman is an expert in diagnosing and treating pituitary disorders, including Cushings disease and syndrome. With both medical and research doctoral degrees, he has conducted studies and cared for patients at some of the country's most prestigious institutions.

Read the transcript of Dr. Friedman's June 28th visit.

Irene Crites, LPN helps you discover the power you have over your own health and well being. Reiki Master/Teacher and Certified Reflexologist, Irene Crites, LPN, teaches you how to utilize the mind-body-spirit connection to effect powerful results in how you feel physically, emotionally, spiritually. Within us is the ability to effect changes, such as menopausal symptoms, anxiety, panic attacks via self-healing, cognitive behavioral changes, guided imagery, the power of positive thinking, inner healing.

Read the transcript of Irene Crites' June 21st visit.

Howard and Judith Wolinsky. 100 million Americans went online last year to look for information and support on specific medical conditions, research symptoms, check out specific drugs, and so forth. But, often the seekers of health information get lost in cyberspace or don’t find information that they trust. That's precisely why the Wolinsky's, journalist and librarian, Internet-savvy husband and wife writing team, have written this excellent new resource, Health Care Online for Dummies.

Read the transcript of the Wolinskys' June 14th visit.

Steven Carter, internationally recognized authority on relationships, radio personality, author of 18 books, including the classic, NY Times runaway bestseller, "Men Who Can't Love," "What smart Women Know" and his newest, "This Is How Love Works: 9 Essential Secrets You Need to Know" helps us sort through our vulnerable and volatile midlife relationships as he does as Power Surge's Relationship Expert.

Read the transcript of Steven Carter's June 7th visit.

Stuart Shipko, M.D. is a Psychiatrist and Neurologist who has treated over 2500 patients with panic disorder. As the Medical Director of PDI - the Panic Disorder Institute - Dr. Shipko's specialty is in the area of panic disorder and stress-related medical conditions, stress and trauma related disorders, psychiatric injury, psychosomatic medicine, general psychiatry.

Read the transcript of Dr. Shipko's May 31st visit.

Pete Hueseman, R.Ph., P.D., Pharmacist for over 27 years and Power Surge Pharmaceutical Consultant for six years. Pete has worked exclusively with natural plant derived bio-identical hormones, aka naturally compounded hormones. Pete will answer all your questions about menopause and naturally compounded hormones, such as such as progesterone, estradiol, estriol, estrone, tri-estrogen, bi-estrogen, DHEA, testosterone and pregnenolone.

Read the transcript of Pete Hueseman's April 19th visit.

Dr. Susan Love, Dr. Marcie Richardson and Alice Stamm (Dearest), a panel of women's health experts in an "audiocast" chat Dr. Susan Love's Web site. The subject of the discussion was "How To Talk To Your Doctor About Menopause" from the doctor's and woman's point of view. Read and listen to the audio transcript of Susan Love, M.D., Marcie Richardson, M.D., and Alice Stamm (Dearest). Click on "Real Player" at the top for the audio portion.

Debra Waterhouse is an internationally recognized nutritionist and best selling author of "Outsmarting the Female Fat Cell: Winning Weight Control Strategies for Woman over 35 to Stay Fit Through Menopause." An expert in women's health, leader in the anti-dieting movement, Debra has inspired hundreds of thousands of women to accept the realities of their female bodies and embrace a natural, non-restrictive approach to eating and weight control.

Read the transcript of Debra Waterhouse's March 22nd visit.

Jill Brooke, author of "Don't Let Death Ruin Your Life: A Practical Guide for Turning the Death of a Loved One into a Growth Experience." Although they are no longer physically with us, we can keep our loved ones emotionally and spiritually close by incorporating their memories into our daily lives. Not only can we draw comfort from their sustaining presence, but we can have a positive impact on those around us.

Read the transcript of Jill Brooke's March 15th visit.

Charlotte Libov, Medical Journalist, women's health advocate, speaker, founder of Women's Heart Health Day and author of numerous books, including her newest, "The Women's Heart Book."

Read the transcript of Charlotte Libov's March 8th visit.

Stuart Shipko, M.D. is a Psychiatrist and Neurologist who has treated over 2500 patients with panic disorder. As the Medical Director of PDI - the Panic Disorder Institute - Dr. Shipko's specialty is in the area of panic disorder and stress-related medical conditions, stress and trauma related disorders, psychiatric injury, psychosomatic medicine, general psychiatry.

Read the transcript of Dr. Stuart Shipko's visit.

Susan Rako, M.D., a Harvard educated psychiatrist, has taught at Harvard Medical School's Mental Health Center. Dr. Rako conducts frequent workshops addressing the subject of her ground-breaking book, "The Hormone Of Desire: The Truth About Testosterone, Sexuality and, Menopause" as well as all forms of hormones. Dr. Rako's book is an exploration into the world of testosterone supplementation for women in menopause or post-hysterectomy.

Read the transcript of Dr. Susan Rako's visit.

Alan Altman, M.D. and Laurie Ashner. Dr. Altman is a Harvard Medical School Assistant Professor, a Gynegologist in private practice, specializing in menopause and midlife sexuality. Dr. Altman and co-author, Laurie Ashner, will discuss the midlife sexuality per their new book, "Making Love the Way We Used to: The Secrets of Midlife Sexuality."

Read the transcript of Dr. Alan Altman's visit.

Pete Hueseman, R.Ph., P.D., Pharmacist for over 27 years and Power Surge Pharmaceutical Consultant for six years. Pete has worked exclusively with natural plant derived bio identical hormones, aka naturally compounded hormones. Pete will answer all your questions about menopause and naturally compounded hormones, such as such as progesterone, estradiol, estriol, estrone, tri-estrogen, bi-estrogen, DHEA, testosterone and pregnenolone.

Read the transcript of Pete Hueseman's Jan. 25th visit.

Lee Baer, Ph.D., is an internationally recognized expert in the treatment of OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder) and related disorders. He is an associate professor of Psychology at Harvard Medical School and the director of research of the OCD Institute at McLean Hospital. He is the author of "The Imp Of The Mind: Exploring the Silent Epidemic of Obsessive Bad Thoughts," and "Getting Control: Overcoming Your Obsessions and Compulsions."

Read the transcript of Dr. Lee Baer's visit.

Steven Carter, relationship expert and author of 18 books, including the NY Times bestselling, "Men Who Can't Love," "What smart Women Know" and his newest, "This Is How Love Works: 9 Essential Secrets You Need to Know."

Read the transcript of Steven Carter's Jan. 11th visit.

Laura Corio, M.D., board-certified OB/GYN, NYC practice and attending physician at the Mount Sinai Medical Center in NYC, where she also teaches medical students and residents. Dr. Corio will field questions about "The Change Before The Change: Staying Healthy During Perimenopause," her newest book.

Read the transcript of Dr. Laura Corio's Jan. 4th visit.

Julie Catalano is an award-winning writer whose articles on women's health and fitness have appeared in national publications for 20 years. She is a member of the American Society of Journalists and Authors. Her most recent book is "The Women's Pharmacy: An Essential Guide to What Women Should Know About Prescription Drugs".

Read the transcript of Julie Catalano's Dec. 21st visit.

Carolle Jean-Murat, M.D., author of "Menopause Made Easy: How to Make the Right Decisions for the Rest of Your Life." Dr. Jean-Murat is a board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist, an assistant clinical professor at UCSD School of Medicine, Department of Reproductive Endocrinology and motivational speaker. Dr. Jean-Murat is also the author of the award-winning book Staying Healthy: 10 Easy Steps for Women.

Read the transcript of Dr. Carolle Jean-Murat's Dec. 14th visit.

Barbara Heller, M.S.W., is a psychotherapist with more than 25 years of experience in women's health care and complementary medicine and an herbalist. Barbara's book, "365 Ways To Relax Mind, Body and Soul"will be the subject of our discussion.

Read the transcript of Barbara Heller's Nov. 30th visit.

Stuart Shipko, M.D. is a Psychiatrist and Neurologist who has treated over 2500 patients with panic disorder. As the Medical Director of PDI - the Panic Disorder Institute - Dr. Shipko's specialty is in the area of panic disorder and stress-related medical conditions, stress and trauma related disorders, psychiatric injury, psychosomatic medicine, general psychiatry. Dr. Shipko talks frankly about the dangerous side effects of various SSRI's (anti-depressants).

Read the transcript of Dr. Shipko's Nov. 2nd visit.

Arthur Ciaramicoli, Ed.D., Ph.D., clinical psychologist in private practice and a professor at Harvard Medical School. In his new book, "The Power of Empathy: A Practical Guide to Creating Intimacy, Self-Understanding, and Lasting Love in Your Life," argues that "empathy," more than any other human facility, is the key to loving relationships and the antidote to the loneliness, fear, anxiety and despair that afflict so many of us."

Read the transcript of Dr. Arthur Ciaramicoli's Oct. 26th visit.

Rona Jaffe, internationally bestselling author, joins Power Surge to field questions about her career, the fascinating and complex relationships we've enjoyed reading about in her bestselling books, including "Class Reunion", "Mazes and Monsters", "The Cousins", "Family Secrets", "Mr. Right Is Dead", "The Last Chance", "Five Women" and her newest book, "The Road Taken". Ms. Jaffe has been delighting us with her books for more than five decades and is considered one of the foremost chroniclers of relationships in the modern age.

Read the transcript of Rona Jaffe's Oct. 19th visit.

Pete Hueseman, R.Ph., P.D., Pharmacist for over 27 years and Power Surge Pharmaceutical Consultant for six years. Pete has worked exclusively with natural plant derived bioidentical hormones, aka naturally compounded hormones. Pete will answer all your questions about menopause and naturally compounded hormones, such as such as progesterone, estradiol, estriol, estrone, tri-estrogen, bi-estrogen, DHEA, testosterone and pregnenolone.

Read the transcript of Pete Hueseman's Oct. 12th visit.

Larrian Gillespie, M.D., a Urologist whose focus has become women's health as they relate to diet. She has designed nutritional programs for numerous performers. Dr. Gillespie's books, The Goddess Diet" and The Menopause Diet are just two of a string of bestselling books for women.

Read the transcript of Dr. Gillespie's Oct. 5th visit.

Sharyn Wolf, C.S.W. is a psychotherapist, workshop leader and a leading romance and relationship expert. Sharyn has appeared eight times on Oprah. Among her bestselling books, her newest book is "So You Want to Get Married." Previous books include "50 Ways To Find A Lover."

Read the transcript of Sharyn Wolf's Sept. 28th visit.

Stuart Shipko, M.D. is a Psychiatrist and Neurologist who has treated over 2500 patients with panic disorder. As the Medical Director of PDI - the Panic Disorder Institute - Dr. Shipko's specialty is in the area of panic disorder and stress-related medical conditions, stress and trauma related disorders, psychiatric injury, psychosomatic medicine, general psychiatry.

Read the transcript of Dr. Stuart Shipko's Sept. 7th visit.

Alice Domar, Ph.D, is the Director of the Mind/Body Center for Women's Health, Mind/Body Medical Institute at Harvard Medical Center. Dr. Domar is the author of Self-Nurture: Learning to Care for Yourself As Effectively As You Care for Everyone Else and "Healing Mind, Healthy Woman: Using the Mind-Body Connection to Manage Stress and Take Control of Your Life". Dr. Domar has appeared on the Today, Good Morning America, and Dateline TV shows.

Read the transcript of Dr. Alice Domar's Aug. 24th visit.

Stuart Shipko, M.D. is a Psychiatrist and Neurologist who has treated over 2500 patients with panic disorder. As the Medical Director of PDI - the Panic Disorder Institute - Dr. Shipko's specialty is in the area of panic disorder and stress-related medical conditions, stress and trauma related disorders, psychiatric injury, psychosomatic medicine, general psychiatry.

Read the transcript of Dr. Shipko's July 27th visit.

Aaron Tabor, M.D., Medical Director of Physicians Laboratories, developers of Revival Soy Protein and Mary Shomon, author of "Living Well With Hypothyroidism" answer your questions about about soy isoflavones and thyroid.

Read the transcript of Dr. Tabor and Mary Shomon's July 20th visit.

Ruth Jacobowitz, Frequent Power Surge guest, Lecturer, Author of the very popular "150 Most Asked Questions About..." series of books including, "The 150 Most-Asked Questions About Menopause, " ".... Osteoporosis"..."... Midlife Sex, Love & Intimacy What Women and Their Partners Really Want To Know" and Ruth's latest book -- "The Estrogen Answer Book."

Read the transcript of Ruth Jacobowitz's July 13th visit.

George Perry, London-born author, journalist, and movie critic for the London Sunday Times for 12 years. President of the London Critic's Circle, Author of more than 25 books on entertainment and cinema. His most recent book is Magic Movie Moments.

Read the transcript of George Perry's July 6th visit.

Elizabeth Lee Vliet, M.D., a long-standing women's health advocate and specialist in preventive and behavioral medicine, Dr. Elizabeth Vliet's groundbreaking book, Screaming To Be Heard: Hormonal Connections Women Suspect ... and Doctors Ignore, addresses the often unrecognized hormonal changes that contribute to a wide variety of health problems that plague women in far greater numbers than men -- problems, women know, have physical connections, which doctors too often ignore; questions that the medical industry has failed to research and take seriously.

Read the transcript of Dr. Elizabeth Vliet's June 15th visit.

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