Dr. Jessica EdwardsMD

Preventive Medicine

at Obsidian Men's Health — McLean, VA

About

Dr. Jessica D. Edwards earned her Bachelor of Science in Industrial and Labor Relations from Cornell University in 1994. She received her medical degree from the State University of New York at Buffalo in 1999 and completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Long Island Jewish Medical Center in 2003. She has cared for women in private practice ever since.

Dr. Edwards holds board certification in gynecology and in Lifestyle Medicine. The Menopause Society has also certified her as a practitioner. At Obsidian, she focuses on perimenopause and menopause management, hormone replacement therapy, low libido and arousal treatment, and nutrition and wellness. She integrates physical, hormonal, and emotional wellbeing into her approach to women's mid-life health.

Education & Training

Undergraduate

Bachelor of Science in Industrial and Labor Relations, Cornell University (1994)

Medical School

State University of New York at Buffalo (1999)

Residency

Obstetrics and Gynecology, Long Island Jewish Medical Center (completed 2003)

Additional Training

Board Certified in Lifestyle Medicine; Menopause Society Certified Practitioner

Certifications

Board Certified Gynecologist
Board Certified in Lifestyle Medicine
Menopause Society Certified Practitioner

Conditions Treated

perimenopause
menopause
low libido
low arousal
hormonal imbalance

Who is Dr. Edwards right for?

Dr. Edwards is a strong fit for women navigating perimenopause or menopause. She works well with patients managing low libido, hormonal shifts, or arousal concerns. Women seeking a provider who integrates lifestyle and functional medicine into gynecologic care will find her approach valuable. Her training in Lifestyle Medicine makes her particularly effective for patients interested in nutrition and long-term wellness.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Edwards focuses on women's mid-life health, including perimenopause and menopause management, hormone replacement therapy, low libido, and arousal concerns. She also addresses nutrition and wellness for women seeking a comprehensive approach to their health.

Yes. Dr. Edwards holds board certification in gynecology and in Lifestyle Medicine. The Menopause Society has also certified her as a practitioner, reflecting her specialized focus on menopause care.

Dr. Edwards earned her medical degree from the State University of New York at Buffalo. She completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Long Island Jewish Medical Center in 2003.

Dr. Edwards integrates physical, hormonal, and emotional wellbeing into her care. She draws on functional and preventive medicine principles to address the root causes of mid-life health changes, not just the symptoms.

Yes. Dr. Edwards treats a range of women's health concerns, including hormone replacement therapy, low libido, arousal treatment, and nutrition and wellness. Her scope goes well beyond menopause to support women's overall mid-life health.

Dr. Edwards has cared for women in private practice since completing her residency in 2003, giving her over two decades of clinical experience in gynecology and women's health.

Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026