Doctor
Dr. Bening is a board-certified OB/GYN with over 30 years of clinical experience specializing in women’s hormonal health across all life stages. In her long-standing private gynecology practice in Newport Beach, California, she provided evidence-based comprehensive care with a focus on menopause management, sexual health, PMS, and contraception counseling.
A graduate of George Washington University School of Medicine, Dr. Bening completed her residency at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center and pursued advanced training in human sexuality at UCLA’s Neuropsychiatric Institute. Her integrative approach is grounded in both science and empathy—helping women navigate the complexities of midlife with confidence and clarity. In her free time, she enjoys swimming, yoga, traveling, and family time.
“My approach in providing telehealth care at Gennev is based on up to date, evidence-based medicine, emphasizing lifestyle medicine principles, and to discuss with patient’s the many options for management of perimenopause and menopausal symptoms such that one’s quality of life can be fully optimized.”
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