About
Stella is a comprehensive virtual menopause care platform designed to support women through every stage of menopause — from perimenopause to postmenopause. Patients begin by completing a detailed health questionnaire that screens for 65 risk factors, enabling clinicians to recommend the most appropriate care plan from the outset. Virtual visits are conducted with board-certified menopause specialists available across all 50 US states, with convenient scheduling and same-day prescriptions sent directly to the patient's pharmacy. Beyond clinical consultations, Stella provides unlimited wellness coaching through its mobile app, offering personalized lifestyle guidance tailored to individual symptoms such as hot flashes, sleep disturbances, mood swings, brain fog, weight gain, and joint pain. Care plans are evidence-based and may include hormone therapies, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), pelvic floor physiotherapy, nutritional advice, and mindfulness practices. Stella's clinical team includes gynecologists, North American Menopause Society (NCMP)-certified practitioners, and wellness experts in nutrition and exercise. The platform accepts insurance for virtual visits in most states and monitors symptoms over time, adjusting treatment as needed. It also hosts virtual events and provides clinically backed educational resources. Stella is available in the US, UK, and South Africa, making it a globally accessible solution for women seeking expert, personalized menopause care.
Key Features
- Virtual Visits with Menopause Specialists: Access board-certified gynecologists and NCMP-certified menopause practitioners in all 50 US states with flexible appointment scheduling.
- Personalized Treatment Plans: Clinicians design individualized care plans based on a 65-risk-factor health assessment, covering hormone therapy, CBT, physiotherapy, and lifestyle changes.
- Unlimited Wellness Coaching: The Stella app provides ongoing, unlimited access to wellness coaches who offer symptom-specific lifestyle guidance and support.
- Same-Day Prescriptions: FDA-approved medications are prescribed and sent directly to the patient's preferred pharmacy the same day as the consultation.
- Insurance & Affordable Self-Pay: Stella is in-network with many insurance providers and offers affordable self-pay options, making specialist menopause care financially accessible.
Use Cases
- A woman in her late 40s experiencing irregular periods, hot flashes, and mood swings seeks a perimenopause diagnosis and a tailored hormone therapy plan without leaving home.
- A postmenopausal woman dealing with urinary issues and painful sex connects with a Stella pelvic floor physiotherapy specialist and receives targeted exercises and treatment.
- A busy professional experiencing sleep disruption and brain fog uses Stella's app coaching and CBT scheduling tools to improve her sleep quality and cognitive function.
- An uninsured woman uses Stella's affordable self-pay option to consult a board-certified gynecologist and receive same-day estrogen and progesterone prescriptions.
- A woman seeking community and support joins Stella's virtual events and accesses clinically backed resources to better understand her menopause journey.
Pros
- Comprehensive, Holistic Care: Combines clinical treatment (medication) with behavioral therapies, physiotherapy, nutrition, and lifestyle coaching for whole-body symptom relief.
- Insurance Accepted: In-network with many insurers across the US, significantly reducing out-of-pocket costs for specialist menopause care.
- Nationwide Specialist Access: Board-certified menopause specialists are available in all 50 states virtually, removing geographic barriers to expert care.
- Ongoing Monitoring & Adjustments: Clinicians track symptom progression and side effects over time, adjusting prescriptions and care plans as needed.
Cons
- Not Free: Care requires insurance or out-of-pocket payment; there is no free tier, which may be a barrier for uninsured users.
- Limited to Women's Menopause Care: The platform is narrowly focused on menopause; it does not address broader general health or other medical conditions.
- Requires Health Questionnaire & Consultation: Getting started involves a multi-step onboarding process, which may not suit users seeking instant or self-directed care.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Stella accept insurance?
Yes, Stella is in-network with many insurance providers and allows users to confirm coverage in seconds. Affordable self-pay options are also available for those without insurance.
What symptoms does Stella treat?
Stella treats a wide range of menopause symptoms including hot flashes, night sweats, sleep issues, mood swings, brain fog, weight gain, joint pain, urinary issues, painful sex, and vaginal dryness.
How does Stella's care process work?
Users complete a health questionnaire screening for 65 risk factors, then schedule a virtual visit with a specialist to design a personalized treatment plan. Prescriptions can be issued the same day, and ongoing coaching is available through the app.
Is Stella available outside the US?
Yes, Stella also operates in the United Kingdom and South Africa, with dedicated regional websites for each location.
What kind of treatments does Stella offer?
Stella offers evidence-based treatments including hormone replacement therapy (HRT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), pelvic floor physiotherapy, nutritional guidance, exercise plans, sleep therapy, and mindfulness practices.
