From Dr Barbara Taylor to
My True Passion
My true passion has always been helping women.
During my 20 years at The Texas Medical Center, I poured myself into doing just that as an obstetrician, gynecologist, and gynecologic surgeon.
I helped women through every phase of reproduction, from puberty, through childbirth, and finally to menopause.
The Most Neglected Topic On Earth
Despite being in the largest medical center in the world, I saw that there wasn’t a single practitioner who focused specifically on menopause. That’s what made me realize that menopause is the most neglected topic on Earth! I knew then I wanted to do something to change the state of affairs on menopause.
But that’s when everything changed.
In 2001, my career came to a screeching halt when a diagnosis of severe arthritis forced me to retire — and face a high probability of disability.
The Most Neglected Topic On Earth
Despite being in the largest medical center in the world, I saw that there wasn’t a single practitioner who focused specifically on menopause. That’s what made me realize that menopause is the most neglected topic on Earth! I knew then I wanted to do something to change the state of affairs on menopause.
But that’s when everything changed.
In 2001, my career came to a screeching halt when a diagnosis of severe arthritis forced me to retire — and face a high probability of disability.
Around The Globe
Having lived in various countries as a child, I decided to live abroad some more while I still could. From 2004 until 2017, I moved to a different country each year, studied multiple languages, and lived among women from many different walks of life, which I had been unable to do when my life was dedicated to my practice.
What I saw was – despite how pervasively, negatively, and catastrophically menopause impacted their daily lives — it was as neglected in the lay community as it was in the medical profession. So I decided to give menopause the attention it deserves and give all women the menopause education they deserve.
Back To My Dream
Many people regarded my move-every-year lifestyle as a “dream life.” But, for me, it was not as wonderful as my working life had been. So I decided to use my professional training and experience to once again make a real difference in women’s lives.
In some ways, my arthritis was a gift rather than a curse: While I’d rather not have it, I’ve learned to manage it. In essence, I’ve turned my negatives into positives. This is precisely what I want to do for you with regard to your menopause.
Back To My Dream
Having lived in various countries as a child, I decided to live abroad some more while I still could. From 2004 until 2017, I moved to a different country each year, studied multiple languages, and lived among women from many different walks of life, which I had been unable to do when my life was dedicated to my practice.
What I saw was — despite how pervasively, negatively, and catastrophically menopause impacted their daily lives — it was as neglected in the lay community as it was in the medical profession. So I decided to give menopause the attention it deserves and give all women the menopause education they deserve.
Ask Barbie
Ask Barbie: What’s the Deal with Weight Gain at Menopause?April 22, 2025 - 3:07 pmYou asked “Why am I gaining weight at menopause, and why is it so hard to lose it?” Here’s my answer!
