Talk to a certified menopause doctor specialized in menstrual irregularities.

OB-GYN and Menopause MSCP certified practitioner Dr. Shannon Cothran at the Meno-Start clinic in McLean, Virginia

Specialized Ovulation & Menstration Programs

Meno-Start is a hyper-specialized, out-of-network menopause medical program based in McLean, VA. We are here to support all women throughout their perimenopausal years experiencing a change in period frequency and flow.

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Meno-Start provides holistic menopause treatments for perimenopausal menstrual irregularities, including solutions for skipped periods and changes to cycle length, at our medical clinic in McLean, Virginia

Menopause Expertise

  • Get even more time to share your unique weight gain symptoms and menopause journey with Dr. Shannon Cothran, one of the few Menopause Society Certified Practitioners (MSCP) in the United States.

  • After 15 years in private practice, Dr. Cothran, a board-certified gynecologist, founded Meno-Start in 2024 to provide specialized, compassionate care for women navigating midlife menopause.

  • Dr. Cothran is an active member of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), the leading organization for advancing women’s healthcare.

  • Dr. Cothran’s program includes a unique blend of ongoing and in-depth consultation, medicine, fitness, and nutrition that treats the whole woman—not just symptoms.

Symptom Management

  1. Skipped Periods

  2. Heavy or Light Bleeding

  3. Cycle Length Changes

  4. Vaginal Dryness

Personalized Care

Our 6-Month Program includes initial medical and fitness consultations, a personalized care plan, and unlimited access to the Fitness & Wellness Studio. You’ll also receive ongoing medical visits, prescription support, and the tools to thrive through menopause and beyond. Join now > 

Schedule Your FREE Menopause Consultation Today!

We are here to help you navigate menopause together. Schedule a FREE 15-minute phone call to see if Meno-Start is a fit for you.

Meno-Start provides holistic menopause treatments for perimenopausal menstrual irregularities, including solutions for skipped periods and changes to cycle length, at our medical clinic in McLean, Virginia

“Highly recommend Dr. Shannon Cothran at Meno-Start to anyone navigating perimenopause and menopause issues. She is knowledgeable, attentive and genuinely invested in her patient’s wellbeing!”

— Grishma M.