Hello, I’m Dr. Elena Alawa, Board-certified osteopathic physician in internal medicine, functional medicine, and bioidentical hormone therapy. 

If you’re here, chances are you’re dealing with symptoms that feel overwhelming—symptoms that others may have dismissed or left unresolved. I want you to know that I understand, because I’ve been in your shoes. 

My personal journey through perimenopause is what led me to specialize in functional medicine and bioidentical hormone therapy. I experienced freezing frontal migraines with vision loss, mood swings as fierce as tornadoes, and panic attacks I’d never faced before. Despite countless tests and a neurology evaluation, I was told it was “just early perimenopause” and that these symptoms were “normal.” 

But there was nothing “normal” about feeling like my quality of life had vanished. I wasn’t willing to settle for living this way, nor did I want to rely on heavy medications that came with their own risks. Determined to find answers, I deepened my medical training to uncover the why behind my symptoms and how to address them effectively. That journey not only helped me reclaim my life but also gave me the tools to help others. 

Now, I’m here to guide you on your journey to health and well-being. Achieving and maintaining hormone balance isn’t a quick fix—it’s a marathon, not a sprint—but I’m here to support you every step of the way. 

I believe in empowering my patients with knowledge, so they become their own best health advocates. Together, we’ll focus on the root causes of your symptoms, addressing stress, toxins, digestion, and nutrient absorption to restore balance and vitality.