Michelle Lafornara

Physician · OB-GYN

15+ years of experience

Menopause Society Certified Practitioner

About the practice

Boston Obstetrics and Gynecology is a seven physician group in Brookline that handles both obstetrics and general gynecology. Dr. Lafornara is listed among the practice doctors and is the only member of the group whose page states the Menopause Society certification. The professional interests on that page are pregnancy and childbirth, abnormal pap smears and colposcopy, general gynecology and minimally invasive surgery for benign gynecologic conditions, plus menopause and perimenopause. The gynecology page says that both hormonal and non-hormonal treatments are available for perimenopausal symptoms, and it asks patients to raise symptoms at a routine visit or call for an appointment. Menopause is one of the reasons a patient can pick on the practice appointment request form. The doctors share a 24 hour coverage arrangement with ten named physicians and hold hospital staff appointments in Boston.

Care

Treats

  • Perimenopause
  • Menopause
  • Hot flashes
  • Sleep problems
  • Mood & anxiety
  • Brain fog
  • Vaginal dryness
  • Low libido
  • Irregular periods

Prescribes

  • Hormone therapy
  • Non-hormonal medication
  • Gyn procedures

Cost and insurance

Insurance

Private insurance — plans not listed, ask about yours

Self-pay

Available — prices aren’t published, ask for rates

Verified October 2026. Coverage depends on your plan — confirm with your insurer before your visit.

Qualifications

MD, MSCP