About
Dr. Alissa Citron is a board-certified Family Medicine physician and a Certified Menopause Practitioner through The Menopause Society. She earned both her undergraduate degree and a Master of Public Health in Nutrition from the University of Michigan, then completed her medical degree at Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2000. She trained in Family Medicine at St. John Oakland Macomb and has practiced family medicine for over 20 years.
Dr. Citron brings particular depth to midlife women's health. Her personal experience with breast cancer at age 40 shaped her commitment to evidence-based, empathetic care for women navigating perimenopause, menopause, and beyond. She advocates for modern hormone therapies, including transdermal estrogen and natural progesterone, and grounds her recommendations in current science. Her clinical interests extend to adult ADHD, depression, anxiety, bone health, sexual health, metabolic health, and obesity medicine. She sees patients across the full lifespan, from newborns through senior adults. She and her husband have four children and a black Labrador retriever named Bear.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Michigan, BA; University of Michigan School of Public Health, MPH in Public Health Nutrition
Medical School
Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine (graduated 2000)
Residency
Family Medicine, St. John Oakland Macomb
Additional Training
Certified Menopause Practitioner (MSCP), The Menopause Society
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Citron right for?
Dr. Citron is an excellent fit for women in perimenopause or menopause who want evidence-based hormonal guidance. Patients with breast cancer history navigating hormone decisions benefit from her specialized background. She also serves patients managing ADHD, depression, anxiety, metabolic conditions, or bone health concerns. Families seeking a single physician from infancy through older adulthood will find her "cradle to grave" approach well-suited to their needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Citron holds certification as a menopause practitioner from The Menopause Society, one of the leading credentialing bodies in the field. She prioritizes evidence-based hormone therapy, including transdermal estrogen and natural progesterone. Her own experience with breast cancer at age 40 gives her a personal understanding of the concerns many patients bring to these conversations.
Yes. Dr. Citron practices full-spectrum family medicine across all ages, from newborns to senior adults. She describes her approach as "cradle to grave" medicine. In addition to menopause and women's health, she manages adult ADHD, depression, anxiety, obesity, metabolic disorders, thyroid conditions, hypertension, and diabetes.
Yes. Dr. Citron holds board certification in Family Medicine and earned her Certified Menopause Practitioner credential (MSCP) from The Menopause Society. She also holds a Master of Public Health in Nutrition from the University of Michigan.
Yes. Bone health and osteoporosis are areas of focused clinical interest for Dr. Citron. She manages these conditions as part of her broader approach to midlife and preventive medicine, and the practice coordinates Prolia infusions through Corewell Health-Beaumont when indicated.
Yes. Dr. Citron's personal history with breast cancer at age 40 directly informs her approach to survivorship care and hormone therapy decision-making. She guides patients through evidence-based options with both clinical precision and genuine empathy.
Dr. Citron bases her hormone therapy recommendations on current science. She advocates for modern formulations, including transdermal estrogen and natural progesterone, and helps patients understand both the benefits and the evidence around safety. She tailors every treatment plan to the individual patient's history and goals.
Yes. Dr. Citron embraces full-lifespan family medicine and sees babies, children, adolescents, and adults of all ages. Families looking for a single physician to care for multiple generations will find her practice a strong fit.
Dr. Citron treats depression, anxiety, and adult ADHD as part of her primary care scope. She pays particular attention to mental health during midlife, recognizing how hormonal changes can affect mood and cognition. She addresses these concerns within an integrated, whole-person care framework.
Doctor profile last updated April 10, 2026