Medical reviewers
Elena Vasilieva
Gynecologist and Sexologist at Selin
About Elena Vasilieva
Elena Vasilieva is a gynecologist and sexologist at Selin, where she reviews medical and reproductive-health content for accuracy, clarity, and relevance.
She graduated from the University of Barcelona (UB), with academic training in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
At Selin, Elena reviews content related to menstrual health, the menstrual cycle, ovulation, fertility, contraception, pregnancy planning, PMS, sexual health, and other areas of gynecological and reproductive health.
Her role in Selin’s medical review process is to help ensure that health information published on the platform is medically responsible, understandable, and based on reliable medical knowledge.
Education
University of Barcelona (UB)
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Areas of expertise
- Gynecology
- Obstetrics
- Menstrual health
- Menstrual cycle
- Ovulation
- Fertility
- Contraception
- Pregnancy planning
- PMS
- Sexual and reproductive health
Role at Selin
Elena serves as a medical reviewer for Selin’s health and reproductive-health content. Her reviewer attribution identifies her contribution to medical review; it does not indicate authorship of the article.
Medical review process
- Medical articles may be reviewed by Elena for accuracy, clarity, and relevance.
- Articles she has reviewed display her reviewer attribution and the available review date or confirmed month.
- Medical review information is separate from editorial authorship.
- Substantive changes to an article may require renewed medical review.
Reviewed by Elena
Explore articles in English with a saved medical review by Elena.
- Menstrual cup, tampons or pads — how to choose feminine hygiene products?
- Why track your menstrual cycle?
- Surviving PMS Without Stress: Personal Experience and Tips
- Nutrition in Different Phases of the Menstrual Cycle
- PMS and Anxiety
- Does Pickle Juice Help with Period Cramps? Hype or Truth
- Pain Relief During Periods: What Really Helps?
- What is the fertility window? Determining when to get pregnant
- The Best Birth Control Methods
- Choosing Birth Control: Tips for Finding the Right Fit for You
- Emergency Contraception: What Are Your Options?
- What Are Contraceptive Side Effects?
Browse more reviewed articles
- Understanding Contraceptive Methods: A Comprehensive Guide
- Heavy Menstrual Bleeding: What You Need to Know
- Understanding Period Cramps: Causes, Symptoms, and Relief Strategies
- The Truth About PMS: Symptoms and Relief
- Period Clots: What Are They and Are They Normal?
- Late Period: Understanding the Causes and What You Need to Know
- Painful Periods: What You Need to Know
- First Time Sex: What You Need to Know
- How to Talk About Sex: Conversations with Partners
- Safe Sex: A Complete Guide
- Having Sex for the First Time: Essential Tips for a Safe Experience
- Dealing with Sexual Feelings: What’s Normal and What to Do
- Ovulation is: what you need to know
- Daily Pads: Yes or No?
- Oral Contraceptives: Proper Use and Guidelines
- What is a Menstrual Cycle?
- Normal Cycle Length
- 4 Phases of the Menstrual Cycle
- Reasons for Irregular Cycles
- Tracking Ovulation
- Menstrual Cycle and Hormones: What You Need to Know
- How to Track Your Menstrual Cycle
- Menstrual Symptoms
- Menstrual Cycle and Fertility: Understanding Their Connection
- Planning for Pregnancy: Your Ultimate Guide to Fertility and Health
- Preparing Mentally and Emotionally for Pregnancy
- Improving Fertility: Essential Lifestyle Changes You Should Consider
- How to Talk to Your Partner About Pregnancy Plans
- Preparing for Pregnancy After Contraception
- The Best Foods for Fertility
- Understanding Pregnancy Symptoms: Early Signs and Changes to Expect
- Late Ovulation – Causes, Symptoms, Solution
- What Should a Gynecologist Never Do?
- Women’s Health – 5 Important Tips for Well-Being
- HIV and Pregnancy – Major Health Risks for Teenagers
- How HRT Helps Combat Menopause and Climacteric?
- How Does Sleep Affect Sex?
- Is Simulating an Orgasm Harmful?
- Can Pregnancy and Alcohol Mix?
- Male Libido: What Affects Its Level?
- No Mood for Sex. What to Do?
- Men’s Intimate Hygiene
- Check-Up: Essential Examinations for Women
- Tampons and the 10 Most Common Mistakes When Using Them






