OUR EXPERTS

At Ascend Retreats, our expert speakers are remarkable women making waves in their fields across the globe. Each brings a unique expertise in areas of scientific research that significantly impact women’s lives. Together, they form a network that not only advances their local communities but also strengthens the Ascend Retreats community, creating a powerful, far-reaching influence that inspires and uplifts women everywhere.

MEET DR. CORINNE

Dr. Corinne Menn is a board-certified OBGYN and Menopause Society Certified Practitioner. Dr. Menn is also a 23-year survivor of breast cancer and premature menopause, a BRCA carrier,and uses her experience to help women navigate their health challenges. She has dedicated her medical practice to menopause management, the unique healthcare needs of female cancer survivors, and those at high risk for breast cancer. Dr. Menn is an active member of the Menopause Society and a fellow of The American College of Obstetrics & Gynecology. She is a dedicated advocate and volunteer for the Young Survival Coalition, serving on their Council of Advisors, leading the Provider-Survivor support group, and serving on the Breast Cancer Alliance Research Grant Committee.

"In 2001, I was 28, newly married, and a busy second-year OBGYN resident when I was diagnosed with aggressive stage two breast cancer. This shocking diagnosis came just a month after losing my mother to ovarian cancer. That was the start of my journey into menopause, not once–but three times! The most frustrating thing was that no one offered me any treatment options. The oncologist knew nothing about menopause and the gynecologist was afraid of my breast cancer history–so I muddled through and suffered."

DR CORINNE MENN

MEET DR. SUZANNE

Dr. Gilberg-Lenz is a longtime breast cancer survivor, diagnosed in her 40s. She is passionate about women's health education and female empowerment. Dr. Gilberg-Lenz is a highly sought after expert in women’s health and integrative medicine in print, online, and on TV, where she is the Chief Medical Correspondent for the Drew Barrymore Show.
She is also the author of MENOPAUSE BOOTCAMP: Optimize Your Health, Empower Your Self, and Flourish as You Age (Harper Wave; October 11, 2022).

"After earning my medical degree at Southern California School of Medicine and completing my residency at Cedar-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, California, I wanted to expand my knowledge beyond conventional medicine. In 2010 I graduated from California College of Ayurveda as a Clinical Ayurvedic Specialist, which has truly expanded and informed my practice of medicine. Being able to integrate this incredible ancient healing tradition has been a game changer and allowed me to go deeper into the study of health and healing."

DR. SUZANNE GILBERG-LENZ

MEET DR. KELLY

Dr. Kelly Casperson is a multi-talented surgeon, entrepreneur, TEDx speaker, bestselling author, and host of the top podcast You Are Not Broken. Originally from Duluth, Minnesota, she earned her degree from the University of Minnesota and completed her surgical and urologic training at the University of Colorado. Recently featured in The M Factor documentary, now streaming on PBS, Dr. Casperson is a dynamic speaker who appears on stages worldwide. She is passionate about female sexual health and menopause, empowering women to take a proactive approach to their well-being.

"I'm building a world where people are empowered to own their health and sexuality, through education.

Because when people know the facts, they can make empowered choices, take responsibility for their life and erase their fear."