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420 Columbia Centre Drive

Columbia, IL 62236

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While menopause is a normal biological function, it can be difficult to deal with and you might find that it’s affecting your daily functionality. You might find that your emotional health is disrupted and that it is difficult to sleep or get the energy that you need to make it through your day. Our experts provide support to help you get through menopause with fewer symptoms so that you're still able to fully function. At Total Body Renewal, we can help you improve your quality of life and feel like yourself again.

Our Mission at Total Body Renewal Medical Weight Management and Laser Treatment Center is dedicated to providing the highest quality clinical care while providing an exceptional patient experience and an uncompromising commitment to employee culture. 

Diplomate American Board of Obesity Medicine

Doctor Wood initially received two Bachelors of Arts in Microbiology and Physiology from Southern Illinois University of Carbondale before matriculating to medical school at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine and earning her Medical Doctorate. From there she completed Family Medicine Residency training at St. Louis University Family Medicine Residency, while at the same time enrolling and completing training for a Masters of Science in Public Health from St. Louis University.

There are two tracks of study for Obesity Medicine Certification. Dr. Wood chose the Certified Medical Education credit hour track for her certification. In this pathway, she had to be in good standing with her Family Medicine Board Certification (completed in 2009), then complete 60 credit hours of obesity medicine related medical education. The bulk of these credit hours were earned through the late February 2021 and received her certification. She has also received training and certification from the Aesthetic Medical Educators Training Program and the Saratoga Laser Institute.

Becky Hammon is a Family Nurse Practitioner that has been practicing for 10 years and a Registered Nurse for 25 years. She was trained and certified in aesthetics through the National Laser Institute in Chicago in 2019. In 2024, she was certified through a training program with Dr. Mathew McDaniel, through the Fairlawn Aesthetic MD’s Neurotoxin/Filler Training. She also frequently participates in education through various filler and toxin companies that offer training with updated techniques and products.

As you start to approach menopause, there are certain symptoms that you might start to notice. This includes:

• Irregular periods
• Hot flashes
• Chills
• Night sweats
• Vaginal dryness
• Mood changes
• Problems sleeping
• Weight gain
• Slowed metabolism
• Loss of breast fullness
• Thinning hair
• Dry skin

Each woman reacts differently during menopause, so your symptoms can be anywhere from mild to severe. Issues like mood swings can affect how you function each day and it can be difficult to manage your reactions. It may take a while before your menstrual cycle officially stops and you might have to deal with menopause symptoms for a few years.

If your menopause symptoms are difficult to manage, you may need treatment with the help of our professionals at Total Body Renewal. Contact our team today to learn more!

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420 Columbia Centre Drive,

Columbia, IL 62236