Mapping menopause education for healthcare professionals: a scoping review

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Authors: Catriona Keye, Margaret Murphy, Mohamad M. Saab, Michelle O’Driscoll
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References: 48

Abstract

Menopause is a natural life stage with substantial impacts on women's quality of life and long-term health. Education on menopause for healthcare professionals (HCPs) remains limited and inconsistently embedded across health disciplines. This scoping review mapped current evidence on menopause education, including available programs, delivery approaches and extent of curricular integration. Following the Joanna Briggs Institute methodology and PRISMA-ScR guidelines, a search of six databases and gray literature (last searched May 2025) identified original research evaluating menopause-specific education for undergraduate and postgraduate HCPs. Data were synthesized using deductive and inductive analyses. Of 5034 records identified, 14 studies met the inclusion criteria: nine evaluated educational interventions and five examined curricular provision. Most studies originated from the USA and focused on medical residents. Education formats varied widely, including structured curricula, case-based learning, online modules, telemedicine encounters and peer-supported platforms. Core content commonly addressed menopause physiology, symptom management and hormone therapy, while long-term health implications and equity-focused content were infrequently included. Interventions consistently improved knowledge, confidence and preparedness for menopause care. Despite widespread recognition of its importance, menopause education remains inadequately integrated across healthcare training. Standardized, multidisciplinary and equity-focused menopause education frameworks are urgently required to strengthen clinical competence and improve care for midlife women.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Menopause: Health Impacts and Treatments Sex and Gender in Healthcare Cultural Competency in Health Care

Publication details

Journal / source
Climacteric
Publisher
Informa UK Limited
Pages
1–9
Publication date
22 June 2026
Language
EN