Commentary|Articles|February 3, 2026

Women Physicians Day 2026: Supporting Women With MS Through Reproductive and Life Stage Transitions

Author(s)Isabella Ciccone, MPH, Katrina Bawden, MSN, MSCN, FNP-C, Parisa Khosravi, DO

In honor of National Women Physicians Day, held February 3, 2026, a trio of women clinicians highlighted the importance of individualized care for women living with multiple sclerosis.

Women with multiple sclerosis often navigate reproductive health, pregnancy, and menopause alongside ongoing disease management. Hormonal changes, family planning decisions, and life stage transitions can influence symptoms, treatment timing, and overall wellbeing. A care approach that integrates neurologic and women’s health considerations helps ensure management strategies align with both disease control and personal health goals.¹