The medic
who kickstarted
the menopause
revolution

Dr Louise Newson is a GP, hormone specialist and a leading voice in transforming menopause care worldwide. As the founder of the Newson Clinic and the not-for-profit Newson Education, she is dedicated to improving awareness, education and access to evidence-based care. Through in-person events, a comprehensive library of freely available articles, and an education programme for healthcare professionals, she empowers both women and clinicians with the knowledge they need. A Sunday Times bestselling author and host of the UK's No.1 medical podcast, Dr Newson is passionate about driving positive change for women's future health.  
A member of the UK Government’s Menopause Taskforce, Dr Newson has been described as the “medic who kickstarted the menopause revolution”. She is an award-winning educator, podcaster and author, committed to increasing awareness of hormone health including perimenopause and menopause. Her mission is to provide inclusive, accessible and evidence-based information in formats that suit all women, helping them make informed choices about their health. Through her work, she has empowered a generation to take control of their treatment, bodies and minds, ensuring menopause care is recognised as a vital part of women’s healthcare.

About me

1992

First Class Honours Degree in Pathology at the University of Manchester
Graduated with Honours in Medicine at the University of Manchester

1994

1998

Became a Member of the Royal College of Physicians
Became a Member of the Royal College of GPs

2000

2016

Became a Fellow of the Royal College of GPs
Set up Newson Clinic

2018

2019

Set up not-for-profit Newson Health Research and Education and founded the Newson Health Menopause Society
Launched the Dr Louise Newson Podcast, which has been downloaded more than 8 million times and has been ranked as the No.1 medical podcast in the UK

2019

2019

Authored Menopause – The Haynes Manual
Launched the balance app, which has download more than 1.4 million times worldwide

2020

2021

Authored the No.1 Sunday Times bestseller, Preparing for your Menopause and Perimenopause
Visiting  Fellow, Murray Edwards College, Cambridge University

2023

2023

Authored the Sunday Times bestseller, The Definitive Guide to the Perimenopause and Menopause
Awarded Doctorate of Health, Bradford University

2024

2024

Paperback version of The Definitive Guide to the Perimenopause and Menopause published, online course Dr Louise Newson Menopause Masterclass launched, and Dr Louise embarked on a UK-wide theatre tour
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I say ‘us’ because there are many ways I can offer support. My mission is to empower individuals with knowledge, understanding, and guidance on hormonal health. Newson is rapidly growing into a global movement, providing accessible resources for individuals to learn more. Whatever your needs may be, please don’t hesitate to reach out through the key contacts below.