Bioidentical hormones are identical in molecular structure to the hormones naturally produced in the human body. As we age, hormone levels decline causing undesirable symptoms. Replacing deficient hormones with bioidentical versions can provide relief by restoring optimal hormonal balance.
Bioidentical hormones are chemically synthesized to have an identical chemical structure to human hormones like estrogen, progesterone, testosterone and others. This allows them to bind to hormone receptors and mimic natural function in the body. Major regulatory agencies, medical organizations, and scientific studies increasingly validate their efficacy and safety.
As natural hormone production declines with age, carefully restoring optimal levels with bioidentical hormones offers men and women an effective way to treat deficiencies and feel their best.
Key benefits of properly administered bioidentical hormone therapy include:
Bioidentical hormones offer both women and men solutions to counteract declining hormone levels that occur naturally with age. An experienced hormone specialist can help patients determine if treatment is indicated.
The first step is accurately diagnosing any hormone deficiencies through comprehensive testing and evaluation. Each person has a unique hormonal makeup that changes over their lifespan. Understanding your current levels provides insight on potentially restoring optimal balance.
Common signs and symptoms of hormone imbalance include:
Women: hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, irregular periods, trouble sleeping, anxiety, fatigue, low libido, weight gain
Men: fatigue, increased body fat, muscle loss, irritability, depression, low libido, erectile dysfunction
However, symptoms can be non-specific making accurate testing key. Our specialists help patients recognize their unique indicators to determine if treatment is warranted.
Proper diagnosis demands specific blood, saliva, urine or tissue tests to directly measure existing hormone levels. Testing may include:
Test results reveal individual patient hormone balance, uncover abnormalities and inform customized treatment planning. Follow up testing also helps monitor patient progress. Our clinic offers comprehensive testing services.
Test results require careful interpretation by specialists trained in hormone balancing. They understand complex hormonal interactions guiding appropriate treatment options through consultation.
Our clinic's skilled practitioners have decades of experience skillfully restoring hormone deficiencies through bioidentical hormone therapy. Their expertise informs personalized plans to help patients feel their best.
If testing reveals hormonal imbalances, properly restoring optimal levels can provide significant benefits. We offer bioidentical hormone treatments our specialists custom tailor after thoroughly evaluating each unique patient.
Estrogen deficiency is most common in perimenopausal and postmenopausal women causing hot flashes, vaginal dryness, sleep disruption and mood changes. Our clinic offers both oral and topical estrogen preparations to replenish this key hormone alleviating uncomfortable symptoms.
Research increasingly validates estrogen's protective effects on both heart health and brain cognition for women when balanced with progesterone therapy. Our experts guide customized treatment plans meeting patient needs.
Declining testosterone levels that accompany aging can equally impact both sexes. Deficiency manifests itself differently in women and men but both experience symptoms impairing mental clarity, energy, sexual function and metabolic health.
Our practitioners offer carefully calibrated testosterone therapies including gels, creams, pellets or injections restoring optimal testosterone levels in both women and men. Follow up testing helps ensure proper dosing and safety.
The thyroid gland produces hormones regulating metabolism and energy levels. Both hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism negatively impact health. Our clinic tests full thyroid function and may prescribe bioidentical thyroid hormone replacements to restore regulation supporting patients feeling their best.
A specialist's interpretation of testing paired with clinical expertise guides optimal therapy improving hormone balance safely. Follow ups assure treatments properly sustain improved wellbeing long term. Pellets containing concentrated bioidentical hormones implanted under the skin may provide steady relief lasting several months from a single administration. For qualified patients, pellet therapy offers advantages our practitioners explain during consultations.
Located in Midtown Manhattan, Equilibrium Hormone Institute serves New York City residents seeking solutions to hormone deficiencies associated with aging and other conditions. Our founder, Dr. David Smithson, is nationally respected among integrated medicine doctors for his pioneering work in the field of bioidentical hormone replacement.
With over three decades of experience, Dr. Smithson leads a talented team of nurses, nutritionists and patient care coordinators supporting positive outcomes through highly personalized care. We only utilize the safest forms of laboratory certified bioidentical hormones meeting stringent federal testing guidelines. Ongoing peer reviewed studies demonstrate treatment efficacy and safety when properly administered.
In addition to specialized hormone testing, we offer panels assessing cardiovascular health, inflammation and insulin resistance. Diagnostic accuracy informs proper treatment avoiding guessing. Convenient phlebotomy services on-site assure fast, accurate sample handling speeding results.
Test interpretation sessions with Dr. Smithson uncover root causes of discomfort and create customized treatment plans specific to patient symptoms and lab results. Follow up consultations carefully monitor progress optimizing dosage as needed. We partner with patients to help them feel their best now and into the future.
Holistic approaches beyond hormone therapy support total wellbeing. Our on-site nutritionists offer specialized eating plans while monitored fitness programs build strength, endurance and balance. Healthy lifestyle changes amplify treatment benefits. We help patients implement positive behaviors improving both body and mind.
Equilibrium Hormone Institute offers New Yorkers struggling with hormone related symptoms comprehensive solutions you won???t easily find elsewhere. Reclaim your energy and passion for living through properly balanced hormones facilitated by our leading practitioners.
Bioidentical hormones are not necessarily safer or more effective than synthetic hormones for menopausal symptoms. The term "bioidentical" is marketing language without a strict medical definition. More research is still needed to compare outcomes between different hormone therapies.
Hormone levels shift throughout each phase of life according to biological need. Estrogen and progesterone dominate in women during childbearing years. Declining production during perimenopause and menopause brings undesirable effects. Testosterone circulates abundantly in youthful men conferring vigor and supports metabolism for both sexes long term. Thyroid hormones regulate energy levels overall.
Aging predictably decreases these key hormones. However, optimal balance sustains health and vitality into later decades when properly maintained through testing and hormone replacement.
While reproductive hormones fall as fertility wanes, some hormones increase including cortisol and insulin. Elevated amounts negatively impact health. We test these hormones as well tailoring care accordingly including stress reduction protocols lowering cortisol. Lifestyle education supports healthy glucose metabolism aiding weight goals while improving energy.
Research reveals the risks of uncontrolled hormone deficiencies increasing chances for:
Conversely, properly restoring balance through bioidentical hormone therapy administered by specialists protects wellness supporting thriving longevity.
Navigating safe, effective hormone replacement demands specialized expertise beyond most general practitioners. Our clinic focuses exclusively on hormonal therapies based on decades of experience successfully helping patients heal. We stay current with the latest advancements and closely monitor each patient's care. Trust Equilibrium Hormone Institute to skillfully guide your journey back to optimal wellbeing.
While expertly balancing hormones alleviates uncomfortable symptoms, fully supporting vital longevity requires healthy lifestyle habits including:
Our clinic provides personalized guidance to help patients achieve sustainable healthy behaviors improving treatment outcomes. Holistic wellbeing amplifies hormone therapy benefits.
Given the risks of prolonged hormone imbalance, promptly seeking specialized testing and care provides distinct advantages supporting wellness.
Symptoms alone may vaguely indicate hormone deficiencies. Precise lab testing measuring actual hormone levels clearly uncovers which specific hormones are lacking guiding appropriate treatment planning. Our accurate diagnostics avoid speculation confirming exact deficiencies.
Various high quality bioidentical hormone preparations allow customization matching patient physiology and lifestyle factors. Pills, topical creams, gels and pellets each have advantages our experts thoughtfully consider when making therapeutic recommendations for each unique individual.
Research confirms promptly correcting hormonal decline protects long term health. The sooner patients address symptoms with testing and treatment, the more increased risks associated with sustained deficiencies are mitigated. We encourage patients to schedule consultations even if struggling with only minor issues today. Optimal timing improves outcomes.
In addition to improving concerning symptoms, properly balancing key hormones through replacement sustains lasting wellness. We help New York City residents maintain health, energy and passion for living at every age through proactive hormone therapies. Contact us today to begin your journey.
New York City weather varies widely throughout the year from arctic cold to tropical heat and humidity. For consistent hormone testing, moderate late spring and early fall months may render the most accurate baselines. However testing proves valuable even in winter and summer.
The climate controlled comfort within our Manhattan clinic and phlebotomy lab assures ideal sample collection conditions year round. We support consistent treatment efficacy minimizing environmental fluctuations that could potentially skew results.
New York City, with over 30,000 acres of parkland and open spaces throughout its boroughs, offers abundant opportunities to destress and move your body - key lifestyle components that support hormone health. Nearby favorites include:
This iconic 840 acre greenspace has endless trails to walk off stress. Check their website for events like yoga and live music to feed your soul. The Conservancy offers wellness programs.
Stroll or cycle along the waterfront taking in views and breathing fresh air. The adjacent High Line park soars above the neighborhood on old railway infrastructure transformed into an urban sanctuary.
Sweeping views of downtown Manhattan reward those traversing the mile plus promenades along these former docklands. Diverse programming includes activities from stargazing to farm education.
With over 150 locations across the five boroughs, NYSC gyms welcome local members. Convenient facilities offer spacious studios, full equipment and pools supporting fitness goals aiding hormone health. Check their website for the location nearest you.
In addition to full service testing available through our Manhattan clinic, dozens of area labs offer convenient blood draws and health screens. Search locations near your home or office to simplify the process. We partner with most major labs making transfer of results easy.
Some popular locations include:
Promptly completing testing accelerates accurate diagnosis of hormone deficiencies so treatment bringing relief starts sooner. Let us know if you need assistance finding a phlebotomy site. We're here to help.
