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Hormone Management

We offer a distinct membership option for men and women who wish to optimize their hormones while continuing to see their existing primary care provider.

What is BHRT?
Body-identical hormones are natural hormones made from plant oils and are identical in structure and function to human hormones. These oils are usually extracted from soybeans or wild yams. They can be compounded to replace several deficient hormones in individualized amounts to meet the patient’s needs.
Who should take BHRT?
Women who have had hysterectomies, personal or family history of cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, or Alzheimer’s, and women with perimenopausal symptoms that affect their quality of life should consider discussing BHRT with their healthcare providers.
How is BHRT given?
Compounding pharmacists can make specific formulations of BHRT that can be given in oral, slow-release capsules, transdermal creams or gels, buccal troches, sublingual drops, or vaginal suppositories and creams. Formulations can be customized to meet the needs of the patient.
What is a compounding pharmacy?
A compounding pharmacy is the oldest type of pharmacy. The compounding pharmacist is trained in formulating prescriptions from pure ingredients based on an order from a licensed healthcare provider, with whom they work closely to create a unique formulation for each patient.

What hormones are included in BHRT?
The most common hormones used in BHRT are estrogens (estrone, estradiol, and estriol), progesterone, DHEA, testosterone, pregnenolone, and the thyroid hormones.

Will my insurance cover these treatments?
Some insurance companies will reimburse a percentage of the cost of the medication to the patient. Once you purchase your medication, you can request a reimbursement form, which can be filled out and sent to your insurance company for reimbursement.

How will my healthcare provider know the right dose for me?
Your healthcare provider will consider your age, weight, symptoms, medical history, and use of hormones before deciding on a dosage form for you. They may then choose to do a saliva, urine, or blood test to identify specific imbalances of your hormones. Follow-up testing and regular monitoring may be necessary to adjust your dose. The North American Menopause Society recommends using these drugs for menopause symptoms at the lowest dose possible for the shortest time needed.

Types of Hormone Replacement Therapy

Estrogen

During menopause, women may have lower hormone levels and experience hot flashes and vaginal dryness as a result. To address these symptoms, your healthcare provider prescribes hormones like estrogen(s) with or without progesterone.

Progesterone

Progesterone is a natural, plant-derived hormone used to treat many conditions, including abnormal periods, aiding conception, maintaining pregnancy, and hormone replacement therapy

Men’s Health/Testosterone

Testosterone is commonly used to treat testosterone deficiency in men. If you are experiencing erectile dysfunction and have failed treatment, let us talk!