Winona's Approach

Safety is always Winona’s top priority. Our doctors begin with careful evaluations and a detailed questionnaire to understand each patient’s medical profile and needs. When prescribing HRT, Winona takes a conservative approach to minimize risks and promote well-being.

At Winona, our doctors begin HRT treatment plans by prescribing the lowest effective doses. This conservative approach prioritizes building upon gradual, comfortable results over starting with higher doses that may come with undesirable side effects. The ideal situation is for patients to achieve optimal results with the lowest dose possible.

To complement this philosophy, every treatment plan is personalized and easy to adjust as needed, so all patients can find effective relief and feel their best.

Shared decision-making is a cornerstone of Winona’s prescribing practices. Winona empowers our patients to be informed about all their options and select the right treatment plan for their needs.

Winona offers various effective methods of systemic and localized HRT treatment, including patches, creams, and pills. Patients are encouraged to choose the treatment methods that best match their personal preferences and lifestyle, making it easier to stay consistent and see results.

Winona prioritizes patient education, sharing the tools needed for patients to actively participate in their care and feel their best.

It’s important that Winona’s doctors ensure patients understand the menopause transition as a whole and how HRT works in the body. At Winona, doctors encourage patients to make informed choices about their own health.

Winona practices integrity in all aspects of care. In terms of prescribing, Winona only provides what patients truly need, which includes avoiding unnecessary and expensive lab tests. Winona is committed to doing the right thing and centering patients at all times.

Before new doctors begin treating Winona patients on their own, they undergo an extensive 1:1 training and shadowing process with Dr. Green, Winona’s CMO and OB/GYN.
During this process, doctors receive direct mentorship to understand Winona’s prescribing philosophy, core values, and approach to patient-centered care.

New doctors are given access to thorough training material with all they need to know about Winona and practicing menopause care that meets Winona’s standards. This training presentation includes education on Winona’s prescribing philosophy, care principals, products and treatments, patient experience guides, and dedicated contacts for assistance and support.

Winona invests in technology to support safe, thorough, and convenient patient care. All doctors receive comprehensive training in Winona’s custom-developed Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system.
This custom EMR system is tailored to support the unique needs of online HRT care. Winona’s EMR system is in continuous improvement to ensure patients always have a seamless experience.

Winona’s training doesn’t stop after the initial onboarding. To provide the best possible care and effective results, Winona remains at the forefront of medical advancements and research in menopause treatment.
All Winona doctors receive continuous education and mentoring to ensure they stay up-to-date with the latest research and best practices in hormone replacement therapy and menopause care.

Winona’s EMR system provides automatic alerts to indicate any potential issues or gaps in patient care. Winona’s CMO, Dr. Green, personally reviews any such alerts to ensure consistent quality and timely intervention if needed.

Winona’s leadership team believes in a philosophy of lifelong learning and consistently looks for ways to improve patient care. This culture of learning and mentorship continues throughout a doctor’s career at Winona.
Doctors are encouraged to evolve and grow with the company, ensuring that they provide the best possible care to every patient. Dr. Green and Dr. Brown are always available to Winona’s doctors to give any necessary advice or insight.