Dr. Sharon Malone

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MD · Board-Certified OB/GYN and Chief Medical Advisor, Alloy Health

Dr. Sharon Malone, MD, is a board-certified obstetrician-gynecologist and nationally recognized expert in women's health with over 35 years of clinical experience. She is a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner and serves as Chief Medical Advisor at Alloy Health, a telehealth platform dedicated to evidence-based care for perimenopause and menopause. A passionate advocate for women's midlife health, Dr. Malone addresses gaps in healthcare, racial disparities, and the stigma surrounding menopause. She is the New York Times bestselling author of Grown Woman Talk: Your Guide to Getting and Staying Healthy (2024), a practical resource empowering women to navigate healthcare and advocate for themselves. Dr. Malone is a frequent media contributor, keynote speaker, and host of the podcast The Second Opinion with Dr. Sharon. Previously in private practice in Washington, D.C. for nearly three decades, Dr. Malone now focuses on education, advocacy, and expanding access to menopause care.