Alyssa Corkrean APRN FNP-C | Sean Corkrean PharmD
Nurse Practitioner
Pharmacist
Bio-Identical Hormone Therapy
For
Men & Women
What is Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement?
Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) is a therapy designed to restore hormones to optimum levels in the body to alleviate symptoms and conditions related to imbalances sex hormones (estrogen, progesterone and/or testosterone) or thyroid disorders and improve quality of life.
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Hormones are chemicals made in your body by glands in your endocrine system. They are messengers that tell other parts of your body how and when to work. Hormones affect many systems and functions in your body. Even the slightest imbalance can cause symptoms that interfere with your quality of life.
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Hormone imbalances can occur for a variety of reasons including but not limited to perimenopause, menopause, andropause, child bearing, hysterectomy, stress, diet, sedentary lifestyle, overtraining, certain chemotherapy and radiation, endocrine disrupters, xenoestrogens, and more.
WHY CHOOSE BIO-IDENTICAL HORMONE REPLACEMENT THERAPY?
What to Look for in a Quality Treatment Protocol?
Not all bioidentical hormone treatments are created equal. In conjunction with a proper diet, lifestyle and exercise, hormone therapy can be an effective solution to help you look and feel your best. In order for treatment to be safe and effective, the bioidentical hormones must be administered as part of a quality treatment protocol that includes:
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Comprehensive Medical History Review
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Comprehensive Physical Examination
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Personalized Lab Testing
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Diet, Nutritional, and Lifestyle Review and Counseling
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Treatment for all Hormones Affecting Aging as Appropriate
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Personalized Dosages Tailored to your Exact Needs
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Properly Sources from Certified Compounding Pharmacies and Safe Delivery Methods
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Ongoing lab testing and Monitoring
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Open Communication and Active Listening.
The Corkrean Clinic Difference
Our Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy Safeguards
These safe guard may include comprehensive functional hormone testing that look at sex hormones and their metabolites, the overall diurnal pattern of free cortisol, and the total and distribution of cortisol metabolites in addition to OATs which provide insight into nutritional deficiencies, oxidative stress, gut dysbiosis, melatonin, neuroinflammation and more. Using the results of lab tests and your description of your symptoms, we’ll work hard to optimize your hormone levels so you can look and feel your best. However with safeguards in place we not only treat lab numbers but patient as a whole and will guide your dose adjustments based on symptom resolution and how you feel. Not just pushing dosages and numbers. While on BHRT you will have open access to your provider through the patient portal to stay in close communication with you to make sure your treatment remains safe and effective. We are always available to answer questions and make any necessary adjustments to your treatment.
If you are experiencing a hormone imbalance, schedule a visit with the qualified experts of The Corkrean Clinic for Health and Wellness. Each practitioner is highly trained in hormone health and balance. ​Book an appointment today with The Corkrean Clinic for Health and Wellness to address your symptoms of hormone imbalance and rediscover your health and self again.