Menopause and Bone Health: What Women Should Know
Calling menopause life-changing is no exaggeration. A good example of this is the effect that menopause can have on bone health. Keep reading to learn more about this connection.
About The Practice

Working together to realize a shared vision of uncompromising excellence in medical care is the mission of the office of Karen F. Brodman, MD. To fulfill this mission, board-certified gynecologist Karen Brodman, MD, is committed to listening to those she’s privileged to serve and earning the trust and respect of patients, professionals, and the community in the Upper West Side of Manhattan, New York.
Dr. Brodman provides the highest level of care at the office to exceed patient expectations, ensure a creative, challenging, and compassionate professional environment, and strive for continuous improvement at all levels. For over 35 years, she has specialized in diagnosing and treating acute and chronic gynecological conditions, including infertility, endometriosis, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
The office of Karen F. Brodman, MD, features the latest diagnostic technologies to accurately confirm a diagnosis. As part of the available gynecology care services, Dr. Brodman offers contraception counseling, well-woman exams, Pap smears, and sexually transmitted disease (STD) testing. She also provides resources for women struggling with menopause and perimenopause symptoms.
After earning her medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, Dr. Brodman completed her residency training at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University in Brooklyn, New York. She is a fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology and is an Assistant Clinical Professor at Mount Sinai Hospital.
Dr. Brodman is also recognized for her expertise in menopause. She co-authored “The Unofficial Guide to Coping with Menopause,” is a member of the The Menopause Society and has been a Certified Menopause Practitioner (CMP) since 2011. She participates in continuing medical education and remains up to date with menopause management.
To schedule an appointment, call the office of Karen F. Brodman, MD, today or book a consultation online.
OUR MISSION
My goal is to optimize your GYN health no matter what stage of life you’re in. Gynecology changes as you age and you need a gynecologist with the experience, knowledge, and empathy to help you navigate the process.
CHECK OUT OUR NEW LOCATION!
Dr. Brodman is now located at 620 Columbus Avenue & 90th Street
We are located at 620 Columbus Avenue, between West 90th & 91st Streets.
We can be reached by the B, C, 1, 2 & 3 trains or by the 86th or 96th street crosstown bus lines.
Calling menopause life-changing is no exaggeration. A good example of this is the effect that menopause can have on bone health. Keep reading to learn more about this connection.
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are still making their rounds in large numbers. Women should be vigilant about their sexual health. Here’s a look at our guidelines for STI testing. Keep reading to see if you need to be tested.
March is Endometriosis Awareness Month, so we're going to take a closer look at this common gynecologic condition and three ways endometriosis can impact your quality of life. Keep reading to learn more.