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Maven Clinic Expands Nationwide Virtual Services for Women's Health

Maven Clinic, a leading name in women's and family health, has announced an innovative expansion of its services to provide comprehensive virtual healthcare. The clinic is introducing a direct-to-consumer platform that links GLP-1 and hormonal treatments to the largest network of women's health providers in the country, covering over 30 medical specialties. This initiative aims to fill a significant gap in women’s healthcare by ensuring ongoing support for those prescribed these therapies.

Addressing Persistent Gaps in Women's Healthcare

A recent study conducted by Maven has unveiled alarming statistics regarding the treatment women receive following the prescription of GLP-1 medications and hormone therapy. The study found that nearly 37% of women encountered limited or non-existent follow-up care after being prescribed GLP-1s or hormone therapy. Furthermore, only 20% of women felt that their hormonal care adequately considered their reproductive health. With such stark findings, many women have resorted to seeking guidance from social media platforms to navigate their health concerns.

Kate Ryder, the founder and CEO of Maven Clinic, commented that women's health cannot be compartmentalized. She emphasized the interconnectedness of metabolism, hormones, and reproductive history, stating that Maven is built to bridge these gaps. With the new direct-to-consumer platform, women across the United States can now access GLP-1s and hormone therapies alongside comprehensive support tailored to their unique health needs.

The Need for Integrated Care

In recent years, treatments such as GLP-1s and hormone therapies have brought transformative benefits to women's reproductive health, particularly during pivotal life stages like perimenopause and menopause. As the demand for these services rises, prescription providers are often racing against time, failing to provide holistic care.

The Maven report, titled "Beyond the Script: The Gap in Women's Metabolic and Hormonal Care," surveyed over 2,000 individuals—including 1,538 women aged 30-60 and 520 healthcare providers. The findings revealed that over 41% of healthcare professionals feel they lack sufficient time to support patients adequately after prescriptions, leading to a fragmented healthcare experience for women.

A New Approach to Women's Health

Maven’s approach is distinguished by its understanding that women’s health is multidimensional. Many existing women’s health platforms tend to focus on singular issues rather than providing comprehensive care across various conditions. Maven aims to change this narrative. The clinic’s program provides:

• - GLP-1 Care for Women: Clinical management that goes beyond mere prescriptions. Maven's program ensures ongoing oversight including medication management, hormone support, nutrition counseling, and lifestyle guidance. The treatment plans are carefully crafted considering women’s reproductive histories and stage of life.
• - Comprehensive Hormonal Care: Specifically designed to support women during perimenopause and menopause, the program looks at various health aspects instead of treating symptoms in isolation. Services include detailed consultations, tailored treatment plans, prescriptions if required, and continuous support.
• - Virtual Care Across More than 30 Specialties: Access to a vast network of experts in obstetrics, gynecology, mental health, nutrition, and physical therapy is available at users’ fingertips, all interconnected through a unified user experience.

Dr. Janelle Duah, Maven Clinic's Associate Medical Director, emphasized the holistic nature of care needed for women, stating that hormonal and metabolic health significantly influences sleep, cardiovascular health, mental health, and overall quality of life. This comprehensive care approach is a crucial step towards empowering women to manage their health effectively.

Over the last decade, Maven has assisted 2,300 of the largest employers and health plans, catering to millions of women through fertility, pregnancy, and various stages of motherhood and menopause. Now, with this new consumer-facing platform, Maven aims to provide equal access to its innovative care model to all women nationwide, extending its reach beyond those whose employers have opted into the services.

To discover more about Maven Clinic's offerings, visit mavenclinic.com/care.

About Maven Clinic

Founded in 2014, Maven Clinic is dedicated to reforming women’s healthcare access. With a commitment to delivering holistic services, the clinic supports areas like fertility, pregnancy, newborn care, and menopause. Supported by significant investments exceeding $425 million, it has gained recognition for its innovative approach, having made it onto several esteemed industry lists.

With this expansion, Maven is set to redefine the relationship between women and their healthcare, ensuring that women are not left to connect the dots of their health alone.

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