Who Can Prescribe BHRT?

Who Can Prescribe BHRT?

Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) can be prescribed by licensed medical professionals whose scope includes medications – commonly MDs/DOs, nurse practitioners (NPs), physician assistants (PAs), and some OB/GYNs and endocrinologists. In most states, NPs...
Who Provides BHRT?

Who Provides BHRT?

Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) is typically provided by licensed clinicians whose scope includes prescribing and monitoring medications – most often physicians (MD/DO), nurse practitioners (NPs), and physician assistants (PAs) with additional training...
Will BHRT Cause Weight Gain?

Will BHRT Cause Weight Gain?

Menopause itself is linked to body-composition changes (more mid-section fat, less muscle) that many people experience as “weight gain.” Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) does not typically cause meaningful, long-term weight gain; some people notice...
Will BHRT Help With Weight Loss?

Will BHRT Help With Weight Loss?

Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) is not a direct weight-loss treatment. However, by optimizing your hormonal symphony, it can make the lifestyle changes required for lasting weight control feel more achievable. During menopause, shifts in estrogen,...
What Testing Should My BHRT Provider Run?

What Testing Should My BHRT Provider Run?

A responsible BHRT plan starts with a careful health history and risk screen, then uses targeted lab tests to guide treatment and monitoring. Common baseline labs may include a complete blood count (CBC), comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP), thyroid panel (TSH ± free...