Ladies, it’s time to talk about menopause.
Menopause is no longer about “Just getting through it.” We have to protect our bones, brains, and hearts!
Estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone play crucial roles in women's health—especially when it comes to bone density, brain function, and cardiovascular well-being. These hormones help maintain everything from mood regulation and energy levels to the health of our muscles and bones.
The Women's Health Initiative (WHI) study, which was published in the early 2000s, has had a lasting impact on how hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is viewed. The study used conjugated equine estrogens (derived from horse urine) and synthetic progestins, which led to concerns about the safety of HRT. However, the results of the WHI were later shown to be more nuanced. The types of hormones used in the study were not the same as those found in body-identical hormone replacement, which are derived from plant sources and are chemically identical to the hormones our bodies naturally produce.
Bioidentical (body-identical) hormones have become more popular because they are considered to be more natural and are thought to carry fewer risks than the synthetic forms used in older HRT treatments. They can help mitigate the symptoms of menopause, support bone health, and improve heart health, but like any treatment, they should be used with careful monitoring. It's important for women to work with healthcare providers who are well-versed in hormone therapy and who can personalize treatment plans based on individual health profiles. That’s where Seaside Med comes in!
The conversation around hormones is certainly evolving, and many women are becoming more informed about their options for maintaining hormonal balance!
Hormone Replacement Therapy Pricing
$150 - Establish as a new patient
$75 - Follow-up visits
Hormone Replacement Follow-up Visits
When starting on hormone replacement, follow-up visits will be required at 2 months, 6 months, and 1 year. Then, follow-up visits will be every 6 months, ongoing/as needed.
Please note - We do not accept insurance for visits.
Health insurance benefits can be used for any needed labs, imaging, and retail pharmacy medications!
Our goal is by not working with insurance companies, we can offer you greater freedom and individuality in your care. This approach allows us to prioritize what you truly need, rather than what an insurance policy may dictate. We are not given time restrictions for visits, so we can focus on you and what you need. You can check with your insurance company to see if any labs and/or imaging we order would be covered.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA):
If you have an HSA or FSA, we encourage you to check with your insurance provider to see if these funds can be used for your care. We are committed to making the process as smooth and accessible as possible, so you can focus on receiving the care that’s right for you.
Additional costs:
Any medications, supplements, and/or lab fees will vary, depending on your needs.
If you don’t have health insurance, we offer affordable cash-pay lab options through either Quest or Labcorp. You are always welcome to check with your insurance to see if they will cover your labs. Often, it is more cost-effective to pay cash. We’ll leave this decision up to you! We just want you to know there are options.