Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
- Q. What is Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)?
- A. HRT is a treatment that helps restore the body to balance by identifying and then optimizing any deficiencies the patient may have
- Q. Who can typically benefit from HRT?
- A. Anyone that is looking to optimize their health and are proactive in prevention of disease and illness.
- Q. What is the process for HRT?
- A. The first step is to have blood drawn and analyzed through a complete hormone panel. Then the patient will meet with the physician to go over the results and make a recommendation.
The final step is to go over the treatment options with a patient care advocate and begin therapy. - Q. What should I expect from my first visit?
- A. You will be assessed by our staff and instructed on the proper dosing regimen and protocol.
- Q. What should my long term expectations be?
- A. Long term prognosis is excellent with significant improvement of overall health and well-being and improvement in quality of life. Consistency and compliance are key to obtaining optimum results
- Q. What are some experiences individuals have had with HRT?
- A. After hitting a plateau and not being able to lose the desired weight due to hormone imbalance, patients can finally break through that barrier.
- Q. What are some side effects that could occur with HRT?
- A. Not every one person is the same or will experience the same side effects. Some side effects that can occur are: increased blood pressure, heart rate, and itchiness.
- Q. How many clinic visits does the treatment consist of?
- A. It varies depending on the desired outcome and the patients schedule, however consistency and compliance are key.
- Q. What is the general cost?
- A. Costs range from $50-$550.
- Q. Does my insurance cover any part of the program’s cost?
- A. Insurance will cover lab work for analysis of the hormone panel.
- Q. Are the results permanent?
- A. Results are dependent on consistency and compliance to the regimen prescribed.