Menopause is a natural transition that all women experience as they age. The term "menopause" refers to the point in time when a woman has not had a menstrual period for 12 consecutive months. The years leading up to menopause are called perimenopause. This time is marked by irregular periods as hormone levels begin to shift.
The average age for menopause is 51, but it can occur anytime between the ages of 40 and 55. Every woman's experience is different. The decline in estrogen and progesterone causes changes throughout the body. Most notable symptoms include:
While menopause is inevitable, seeking proper medical care can ease the transition and help prevent certain health risks associated with hormonal changes. Our compassionate menopause specialists provide personalized care plans to help women maintain optimal health and vitality during this next chapter of life.
Hormones are chemical messengers that regulate many essential bodily functions. Estrogen and progesterone work together to control a woman's menstrual cycle. These hormones also influence bone health, heart function, skin elasticity, body temperature, metabolism, sexual function, and more.
When levels of estrogen and progesterone decline around menopause, this can trigger a wide array of symptoms that disrupt quality of life. Hormone balance is essential for overall health and preventing certain diseases. Estrogen deficiency puts women at greater risk for:
Restoring balance with hormone therapy can mitigate symptoms, while also providing protective health benefits. Our clinic specializes in bioidentical hormones - made from plant sources to match the body's natural hormones. Customized treatment plans are tailored to meet each woman's individual needs.
The first step in developing an effective menopause treatment plan is obtaining the right diagnostic information. At The Balance - Hormone Medical Clinic, our menopause experts analyze a woman's symptoms along with specialized lab testing to uncover the root hormonal causes of any disturbances.
Symptoms associated with menopause hormonal imbalance include:
Our endocrinologist specializing in menopause will conduct a thorough evaluation to determine which hormones might be deficient or out of rhythm. The specific symptoms present can provide telltale clues. However, lab tests are needed to uncover subtle imbalances.
The Balance - Hormone Medical Clinic utilizes top-quality labs for diagnostic hormone testing. Analyzing blood, saliva, or urine can provide insight into a woman's reproductive hormone balance.
Tests may include:
Understanding a woman's individual hormone profile is the foundation for developing an integrated treatment approach to optimize wellness during perimenopause and beyond.
Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy has grown in popularity due to its unique benefits over conventional synthetic hormones. The Balance - Hormone Medical Clinic provides cutting-edge bioidentical hormone treatments to restore balance, alleviate unpleasant symptoms, and empower women to thrive during midlife changes.
Bioidentical hormones are structurally identical to the reproductive hormones women naturally produce. This allows them to bind with proper receptors and mimic natural activity in the body.
The plant-derived hormones used include:
While chemically the same, bioidenticals are distinct from FDA-approved conventional hormones, which tend to come from synthetic sources and alter natural hormone activity.
Evidence shows that bioidentical hormone therapy offers advantages over older standard HRT.
Key benefits may include:
By replicating natural biological activity, these hormones work harmoniously at a molecular level to optimize women's health during menopause.
We recognize that each woman's hormonal makeup and needs are unique. There is no "one-size-fits-all" approach to hormone replacement therapy.
That's why our endocrinologist specializing in menopause develops a personalized plan based on:
Proper dosing is key - enough to alleviate deficiency, but not too much to cause side effects or interfere with the body's intrinsic hormonal intelligence.
The latest medical guidelines support short-term hormone therapy for symptomatic relief, if potential risks are monitored and benefits outweigh any downsides. Finding the optimal balance is our specialty.
Treatment modalities may include:
We avoid synthetic progestins linked to greater health risks.
Some women may also benefit from DHEA, testosterone, or other supportive therapies - as deemed appropriate through testing.
At The Balance - Hormone Medical Clinic, we take a whole-person approach - realizing hormonal balance intersects all aspects of health during midlife and beyond. Our goal is helping women thrive before, during, and after menopause.
We offer additional services including:
Adopting healthy lifestyle habits is foundational for hormonal harmony. Good nutrition, active stress-busting practices, routine movement, and targeted supplementation provide key building blocks for vitality.
We educate patients on simple yet powerful ways to nourish body, mind and spirit - amplifying the benefits of hormone therapy.
Estrogen plays a vital role in bone remodeling - the ongoing process of bone tissue renewal and calcium homeostasis. Deficiency after menopause raises risk for osteoporosis. We offer state-of-the art bone density scans and evidence-based approaches for protecting bone health.
For patients wanting maximum convenience combined with steady hormone delivery, we offer pellet implant therapy. These bioidentical hormones implanted under the skin dissolve slowly over months - avoiding the need for daily pills or gels.
We acknowledge the emotional impact of menopausal changes and are here to listen and support women during this transformation. Sometimes just having an outlet to discuss fears, frustrations or the "big unknown" makes all the difference.
Many women going through menopause find that practicing mindfulness, through activities like meditation, yoga, or just focusing on being present, can help ease some of the physical and emotional symptoms. Taking time to be mindful and focus inward has been shown to reduce stress and anxiety, improve sleep, and give a sense of calm and balance during this transitional life stage.
When that first hot flash strikes or another month passes without a period, it can feel unsettling not knowing what lies ahead. This major transition in a woman's life often stirs up many questions and concerns.
Having an experienced menopause specialist guide you through the changes ahead makes all the difference. Our goal is to educate, support and empower women to take charge of their health during midlife hormonal shifts.
With over 15 years serving women before, during and after menopause, our endocrinology team has witnessed thousands of menopause success stories. We understand the physiological processes at work and how to best support patients with integrative solutions.
Our menopause doctors and nurses stay current on the latest research and treatment options. We've worked extensively with major hormone therapy manufacturers and understand the nuances of these medications intimately.
Patients benefit from our real-world expertise to create customized therapies that fit your unique needs. We've been in the trenches with women just like you - providing answers and care that deliver transformative results.
We know midlife women often have full plates - whether you are raising kids, climbing career ladders, caring for parents, or all of the above! We respect your time and busy lifestyle.
That's why we provide flexible appointment options, extended office hours, video visits, rapid call backs, and easy prescription refills. Our staff strives to make each experience with our clinic efficient and stress-free - whether its getting questions answered or picking up treatments.
Because we want you focusing your time and energy on what matters most to you!
No two women experience menopause exactly the same way. That's why we listen closely to understand YOUR symptoms, priorities and health history when creating customized treatment plans.
Generic drugstore options lack the finesse to address complex hormonal changes. We provide individualized care leveraging the latest medical advancements.
You are more than just lab results to us! We care about YOU as a whole person - understanding lifestyle, family, relationships and emotional factors also influence this transition.
Let us help guide you through the changes ahead while optimizing wellbeing during midlife and beyond. Thriving is possible! Reach out today to learn more about our menopause specialty care.
