Raising the Bar for Women’s Health: Age Management Center Adds Second MSCP-Certification to its Ranks

Christie Shepherd, MSN, FNP-C joins the center’s Dr. Demers as part of a select number of providers in Maine and New England with this advanced credential

Portland, ME – September 24, 2025 – Age Management Center of New England, the leading hormone replacement and regenerative medicine clinic in the region, is proud to announce that Christie Shepherd, MSN, FNP-C, has earned the prestigious Menopause Society Certified Practitioner (MSCP) credential. This advanced certification places Christie among a select group of providers in Maine—and throughout New England—qualified to deliver the highest standard of evidence-based care for women navigating the complex stages of perimenopause and menopause. Christie joins Marc Demers, MD in the ranks of MSCP-certified providers further strengthening the Center’s commitment to exceptional women’s health services.

“Christie, along with our entire women’s health division, is focused on helping women improve quality of life and longevity, and menopause is a big part of that once women reach a certain age,” said Dr. Michael Bedecs, owner and medical director of Age Management Center. “But menopause is not a single moment—it’s a transformative, multi-year process that impacts nearly every aspect of a woman’s health, and unfortunately, the symptoms associated with menopause have long gone under-treated in traditional medicine. Our aim has always been to help women better navigate their health, and Christie’s MSCP certification further underscores our dedication to providing the most advanced, individualized care during this critical life stage.”

Addressing a Widespread Need

• About 1.3 million women in the U.S. enter menopause each year.
• Roughly 70-80% of women experience symptoms that “adversely affect their quality of life and productivity” such as hot flashes, sleep disruption, weight changes and mood shifts that can last seven years or more.
• Despite these numbers, “Most women in the United States do not receive medical treatment for menopause” (AARP).

Setting a Higher Standard of Care

All providers at the Age Management Center undergo rigorous training in order to provide premium, up-to-the-minute, patient-centered care to all clients, including those approaching or in menopause. The MSCP credential further prepares providers in this area, providing advanced training in the latest research and treatment protocols for hormone replacement therapy, cardiovascular risk, bone health, cognitive changes, and sexual wellness.

With two MSCP-certified providers—and a team of highly experienced menopause experts including Dr. Bedecs and Anita Nicholson, MSN, FNP-BC, APRN—the Age Management Center of New England is uniquely positioned to help women in Maine and across New England access comprehensive, science-driven menopause care—from advanced hormone optimization to lifestyle and nutraceutical support.

“We are proud to be recognized as leaders in menopause management,” said Christie Shepherd, MSN, FNP-C. “This certification reflects our passion for empowering women to feel vibrant, confident, and healthy throughout midlife and beyond.”

About Age Management Center of New England

Age Management Center of New England is a premier medical practice dedicated to helping men and women optimize health, vitality, and longevity through advanced hormone replacement therapy, regenerative medicine, comprehensive diagnostics, and personalized wellness programs.

For more information or to schedule a free screening, visit www.AgeManagementCenter.com or call (207) 774-1356.

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