Bio
Her professional interests focus on nutritional and herbal supplementation, functional medicine concepts, as well as bio identical hormones. She has expertise in primary care for women, gynecology, reproductive endocrinology, vulvar dermatology, preventive wellness, and sexual health. Marcy serves as the Sexual Assault Resource nurse for the community hospital, and participates professionally at Vineyard Medical Services, a long-standing island-focused clinic on Martha's Vineyard. Marcy Holmes made her television debut on 11/03/11 as a Menopause Clinician expert on the Dr. Oz show, discussing concepts of and solutions for Perimenopausal Rage.
Specialties:
- Nursing
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Location:
- Yarmouth, ME
Group Memberships
Credentials
- Education
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MSN-Master of Science, Women’s Health Care Nurse Practitioner, University of Rochester School of Nursing, New York, 2001BSN-Bachelor of Science in Nursing, State University at Buffalo, New York, 1995
- Residency
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Women's Health NP clinical hours, Strong Memorial Hospital, University of Rochester Medical Center, New York
- Board Certifications
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Women’s Health Care Nurse Practitioner, Menopause Clinician, NCC Certification
- Additional Certifications of Specialty Qualifications
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2002-20132001Active 2011Recertification 2011
- Professional Membership or Societies
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National Association of Nurse Practitioners in Women’s Health [NPWH]American Academy of Nurse Practitioners [AANP]American Congress of Obstetrics and Gynecologists [ACOG]North American Menopause Society [NAMS]
- Honors or Awards
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BSN Cum laude, University at Buffalo, New York, 1995Communications Award for BSN Graduate, University at Buffalo, New York 1995Inducted Member of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor society of Nursing, 1995
- Publications
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“Conquering Perimenopause”, Warning signs for perimenopausal rage and treatment strategies11/2011, found at http://www.doctoroz.com/videos/conquering-perimenopause"PMS and PMDD Natural Solutions" found at http://www.womentowomen.com/menstruation/understandingpmsandpmdd.aspx"Advanced PMS and PMDD Treatments" found at http://www.womentowomen.com/menstruation/severePMSandPMDDtreatment.aspx"Perimenopause- a time of change" found at http://www.womentowomen.com/menopause/perimenopause.aspx"Hair loss in women" found at http://www.womentowomen.com/womenshealth/femalehairloss.aspx
Activity
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What is a certified nurse-midwife (CNM)?
A CNM is usually a Registered Nurse [RN] with additional training to manage patients during pregnancy and child birth, as well as gynecology. CNM's are certified by a national organization...
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What is perimenopause?
Perimenopause refers to the years before menopause; hormone fluctuations can occur anywhere from the 2 to 10 years before a woman stops having her period. If you are aged 35 to 55, and you are stil...
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What is a nurse practitioner (NP)?
Nurse practitioners are advanced practice nurses, you could say a nurse with much advanced training and a license to also practice medicine! NPs are special to understand health...
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What is vaginal atrophy?
Vaginal atrophy is most commonly described as thinning and shrinking of the vulvovaginal tissue, often accompanied by less vaginal fluid for lubrication as well. In some cases it can also include n...
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How do vaginal infections affect the body?
Most simple yeast or bacterial vaginal infections do not cause great harm or serious risk, but they can leave the cervix raw and vaginal tissue overall more vulnerable to contracting other more ser...
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Is there any treatment for perimenopause?
Women’s health nurse practitioner and menopause clinician Marcy Holmes discusses some alternative treatment options for perimenopause symptoms. Watch Marcy's video for tips and informatio...
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What could cause long-term vaginal itching?
Various imbalances can contribute to vaginal itching. Top considerations include allergen contact, different types of infections, or some specific skin conditions. Some common allergens that trigg...
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What causes hot flashes?
Hot flashes from perimenopause and menopause are often triggered by what I call the big bad four; Sugar, Caffeine, Alcohol and Stress! If you reduce the triggers you may reduce the frequency and in...
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Why do women douche?
Douching has been marketed to women as something to improve vaginal odor and vaginal health. Women who douche do so because they are fooled to think it is necessary, such as after sex or menstruati...
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What medications can help me manage perimenopausal rage?
The following medications can help you manage perimenopausal rage: The birth control pill The Pill has been used for decades to help women in their 30s and 40s have easier periods. The Pill will s...
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What is perimenopausal rage?
In this video, I discuss how perimenopausal rage is different from normal anger. Sometimes the hormone changes of perimenopause and menopause reveal the emotional issues you need to work on. There...
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What is lichen sclerosus?
Lichen sclerosis of the genitals is what seems to be an autoimmune skin condition, especially common in women; I often identify this in premenopausal women before they have symptoms, but more signi...
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How can I lower my risk of bacterial vaginosis (BV)?
You may lower your risk of Bacterial Vaginosis (BV) with the following tips: Avoid harsh soaps, use mild fragrance free types if any No douching Use condoms 100% of the time Avoid multiple di...
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How is bacterial vaginosis (BV) treated?
Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is an abundance of odor causing bacteria in the Vagina. It is typically initially treated with a prescription antibiotic, preferably a vaginal gel such as Metrogel/metronid...
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Does lack of sleep contribute to obesity?
Sleep better to lose weight? - You bet! I have known many women doing it all- that just simply need to sleep better and longer for a couple of months before the fat burning switch will turn on in r...
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