Pelvic organ prolapse occurs when the muscles and tissues that support the pelvic organs weaken or become damaged. This can result in one or more pelvic organs, such as the bladder, uterus, or rectum, descending or bulging into the vaginal canal. It's a condition that affects many women, and it's essential to know that you're not alone.

Here at our practice, we understand that pelvic prolapse can have a profound impact on your quality of life. That's why I want to share some key insights and recommendations to help you navigate this condition. We will also hear from Sherrie Palm, the Founder/CEO of APOPS, Association for Pelvic Organ Prolapse Support. Sher’s recently released fourth book about pelvic organ prolapse, THE BIGGEST SECRET IN WOMEN’S HEALTH: Stigma, Indifference, Outrage, and Optimism, follows her prior award-winning book Pelvic Organ Prolapse: The Silent Epidemic. Sher is a pelvic organ prolapse patient advocate, vaginal and intimate health activist, internationally recognized speaker, POP key opinion leader, and prolific writer regarding POP physical, emotional, social, sexual, fitness, and employment quality of life impacts.Recognizing a need to shift the global view of the remaining stigmatized aspects of women’s health, Sher takes steps to pioneer change. Her engagement in the evolution of POP awareness enable patient voice to be an integral aspect of the advancement of women’s health and wellness protocol.