Real hope, real solutions for menopause.
Dr. Shannon Cothran, MD, FACOG, MSCP at Meno-Start™ offers an ongoing, personalized, and holistic approach to navigating midlife women’s health care to help you thrive, and not just survive, this season of your life.
We provide real tools to navigate menopause.
Personalized Medical Care
Our board-certified gynecologist understands the complexities of women’s health and tailors her approach to your unique needs, offering preventative health care, gynecologic and primary care, hormone therapeutics, mental health support, sexual health, and metabolism management (including GLP-1s).
Ongoing Consultation
& Support
Our concierge program emphasizes quality time and regular engagement. This ensures that you get personalized care with the accurate information and tools you need throughout your health journey.
Fitness & Nutrition Coaching
Fitness and nutrition play a critical role in this unique phase of life. Our Director of Fitness and Nutrition is a certified personal trainer and will provide you with a comprehensive plan tailored to your fitness level that’s designed to build muscle and manage metabolism.
Education, Inspiration,
& Motivation
Beyond medical and fitness needs, Meno-Start provides a vibrant community to connect members. Events and educational sessions will feature opportunities to learn and engage with other midlife women.
Menopause isn’t something to “fix.” It’s a natural season of complex change — one that deserves expert guidance, not guesswork.
That’s why we offer fully supported programs, not just one-and-done appointments. With flexible scheduling, personalized care, and expert coaching, Meno-Start fits into your busy life while preparing you for decades of wellness.
What’s Included in Our Programs
Quarterly preventative medical consultations with Dr. Cothran
Additional visits in-person or virtual depending on your care plan
A personalized women’s health care plan tailored to your unique needs
An initial wellness and fitness consultation with Coach Dulany
Any prescriptions and lab orders necessary for your care
Direct text and phone access to Dr. Cothran for consistent, connected support
White-glove referral coordination
Professionals who take women’s health as seriously as you do
Founded by a board-certified gynecologist and a certified fitness and nutrition coach, our approach is personal. We take the time to connect fully and explore the midlife medical matters that are most important to you. Then we develop an individualized success plan for your comprehensive medical care.
