S3E2 Come CLIMAX with Dr. Keiko Chan

Dr. Keiko Chan discusses various aspects of sexual health for people with vulvas and vaginas, particularly focusing on perimenopause, menopause, hormone treatments, and misconceptions surrounding testosterone therapy. The conversation explores the complexities of desire, intimacy, and sexual health. Delving into relationship dynamics, the importance of emotional connection, and the impact of societal expectations on libido. Dr. Chan emphasizes the need for a biopsychosocial approach to understanding sexual health and the role of communication in fostering intimacy. Key topics - Understanding perimenopause, menopause and hormonal changes - Rethinking testosterone therapy and sexual health - Exploring spontaneous vs. responsive desire - Building intimacy through emotional connection and communication - Taking a biopsychosocial approach to desire, arousal, and sexual wellbeing ***Get your tickets for CLIMAX Conference*** 15% Off With Code: **SPEAKERSPECIAL** \*Episode produced by Nicole Hurtubise **About Dr. Chan** Dr. Keiko Chan (she/her) is a local women’s health GP in Ottawa. She carries a Focused Practice Designation in gynecology and is a certified Menopause Society Practitioner. She prides herself on providing evidence-based care to patients of all age groups, whether it be at her women’s health clinic or Carleton University family practice. Dr. Chan is also passionate about education in family medicine and serves as a clinical preceptor for medical students and family medicine residents at the University of Ottawa. IG @ottawa\girl\doc **About Miel Nannini** Miel (they/them) is the visionary President and CEO of Probe Ottawa. As a nonbinary queer human, Miel is dedicated to cultivating an inclusive and accessible community rooted in respect and vulnerability. To Miel, kink is not only an exploration of desire, but also a deeply political act of pleasure activism that challenges societal norms and embraces the beauty and mess of human connection. They believe that pleasure is an inherent right and that diverse expressions of intimacy can provide the rich soil for healing and liberation to grow in. Work with Miel Connect on IG @daddy.miel **About Jamie Walker** As a Kink & Life Coach, Jamie (she/her) helps her clients navigate the desirable world of BDSM and kink, with safety education, and tools to connect to the deepest parts of themselves. The parts that the world has said to keep hidden. Through her personal journey, and coaching others, she understands that this is key in stepping into our individual power, and crafting the life we truly desire. Authentic connection and play are vital to us as humans, BDSM and kink gives you the container to explore, learn and create — and positively impacts the rest of your life. Work with Jamie Connect on IG @walkerxox **About Probe Ottawa** Ottawa’s private members club — a sanctuary where individuals of all genders and orientations can embrace their true selves without fear or judgment. Nestled in the heart of the Byward Market of Ottawa this haven is where the boundaries of pleasure and self-discovery are pushed, empowering attendees to embrace their desires and unlock their inner strength. Visit Probe Ottawa IG @probeottawa