Dr Carmen Briner

Dr Carmen Briner GP | Women’s & girls’ health
Puberty • Periods • Perimenopause
Helping you feel informed & supported

I’m a GP with a background in public health and a special interest in women’s and female adolescent health. I offer care for periods, contraception, menopause & weight management, plus puberty guidance for parents & t(w)eens.

30/10/2025

Hands up, who’s already had “the talk”?

How did it go?

How did you feel before and after… and most importantly how did your child feel?

I’d love to hear your experience in the comments 👇

30/10/2025

Hands up, who’s already had “the talk”?

How did it go?

How did you feel before and after… and most importantly how did your child feel?

I’d love to hear your experience in the comments 👇

Hello!If you’ve been here a while, you’ve seen my journey evolve both personally and professionally but at the heart of ...
27/10/2025

Hello!

If you’ve been here a while, you’ve seen my journey evolve both personally and professionally but at the heart of it all, my passion has always stayed the same: Women’s and Girls’ health.

I work with women through every season of change, from puberty to perimenopause and beyond, offering care and support that’s practical and evidence-based.

What I help with:
• Period problems (irregular, heavy, painful cycles, bleeding between periods)
• Vulval & vaginal concerns (itch, discharge, odour, skin changes)
• Contraception options, including implants
• Menopause & perimenopause management
• Premenstrual mood changes & mental health support
• Breast checks & Pap smears
• Weight management in midlife and beyond

I’ve recently made Cape Town my home and I’m so excited to be practicing at the in Claremont.

📍 Suite 202 Library Square, Wilderness Road, Claremont
📞 Bookings: 063 964 2942 or via the link in my bio

Thank you for being part of this space 💛

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I don’t talk about weight management much on this feed but it’s something I’m deeply passionate about. I’m a strong supp...
22/10/2025

I don’t talk about weight management much on this feed but it’s something I’m deeply passionate about. I’m a strong supporter of GLP-1 medications when they’re prescribed safely and appropriately, and I care just as much about helping women feel confident and supported on their weight-loss journey.

GLP-1s can be game-changing, but they’re not magic. They won’t work if you’re using unregistered products, rushing doses, starving yourself, or expecting them to “do it all” without support. Sustainable weight loss requires safe prescribing, medical oversight, nutrition, movement, and a realistic plan.

Weight gain in midlife is common — hormones shift, sleep changes, and stress takes its toll. For many women, it feels like their bodies have changed overnight. That’s why safe, evidence-based weight management matters so much.

I’m SCOPE-certified, and I’m passionate about supporting women in midlife (and girls in adolescence) to navigate weight and health in a way that’s sustainable, empowering, and backed by science.

📩 To book a consultation click the link in my bio

20/10/2025

Does having a family member with breast cancer make you ‘high risk’?

Not always… but it can increase your risk depending on:
👉 whether they’re a first- or second-degree relative
👉 their age at diagnosis
👉 how many relatives are affected

Knowing the difference matters. It can help guide:
✅ when to start screening
✅ whether genetic counselling is needed
✅ how closely you should be monitored

Family history is a risk factor, not a predictor.

PS: sorry for the blocked nose in this video 🫣

Today is World Menopause Day, and this year, the International Menopause Society is putting the spotlight on Lifestyle M...
18/10/2025

Today is World Menopause Day, and this year, the International Menopause Society is putting the spotlight on Lifestyle Medicine.

Why does this matter?

Menopause is a natural transition but it comes with increased risks of heart disease, bone loss, and metabolic changes - but how we live impacts how badly symptoms and risks manifest

The six pillars of lifestyle medicine; healthy eating, physical activity, mental well-being, avoiding risky substances, restorative sleep, and strong social connections form a powerful foundation to support health through this season.

Small, sustainable steps can make a big difference

Does having a family member with breast cancer make you ‘high risk’?Not always… but it can increase your risk depending ...
16/10/2025

Does having a family member with breast cancer make you ‘high risk’?

Not always… but it can increase your risk depending on:
👉 whether they’re a first- or second-degree relative
👉 their age at diagnosis
👉 how many relatives are affected

Knowing the difference matters. It can help guide:
✅ when to start screening
✅ whether genetic counselling is needed
✅ how closely you should be monitored

Family history is a risk factor, not a predictor.

As we lead up to World Menopause Day at the end of this week, a little reminder:‌How we live — what we eat, how we move,...
14/10/2025

As we lead up to World Menopause Day at the end of this week, a little reminder:

How we live — what we eat, how we move, how we rest, how we connect — shapes not only how we experience menopause, but also how healthy we are in the years that follow.

You asked - I’m answering 😃⠀I recently opened up a Q&A in stories about breast cancer screening, and the questions were ...
07/10/2025

You asked - I’m answering 😃

I recently opened up a Q&A in stories about breast cancer screening, and the questions were so good I’ve decided to answer them here in a carousel so they don’t disappear in 24 hours.

Save and share if you or someone you love is navigating screening decisions - and keep sending your questions my way. Will do a part two!

IYKYK 😅
09/07/2025

IYKYK 😅

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