Bioidentical hormones are identical in molecular structure to the hormones naturally produced in the human body. As we age or due to medical conditions, our hormone levels can become deficient, leading to unpleasant symptoms. Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) can help restore optimal hormone levels, alleviating symptoms and promoting better health.
Harmony Hormone Center specializes exclusively in bioidentical hormone therapy, using cutting-edge diagnostic testing and personalized treatment plans. Our experienced endocrinologist focuses on hormonal balance for women and men, not just symptom relief. We take the time to understand your unique needs and goals with BHRT.
The first step in BHRT is diagnosing any hormone deficiencies or imbalances through blood, saliva, or urine hormone tests. Common imbalances include low testosterone in men or low estrogen/progesterone in women. We offer comprehensive testing and thoroughly evaluate your results at Harmony Hormone Center.
* Blood tests - Measures hormones circulating in bloodstream. Results can vary hour-to-hour. * Saliva tests - Checks hormones available for cell use. Captures long-term averages. * Urine tests - Indicates how much of certain hormones are excreted. Easy to collect samples.
Our clinic tests the full spectrum of key hormones using trusted labs and methods. We look at hormones including:
Restoring hormonal balance through personalized bioidentical hormone replacement provides a wide range of short and long-term health benefits:
For perimenopausal and menopausal women, balancing hormones can target unpleasant symptoms including hot flashes, night sweats, irritability, anxiety, and sleep issues. Our customized BHRT plans work with your body to replenish declining hormones and alleviate symptoms.
Hormones like estrogen and testosterone strongly influence libido and arousal in both women and men. Imbalances can reduce sex drive and cause sexual dysfunction. Our bioidentical hormone doctors frequently help patients struggling with intimacy due to hormonal causes.
Optimal hormone levels are associated with healthy energy levels, motivation, mental sharpness, ability to focus, and productivity. Our patients often notice remarkable turnarounds in drive and concentration after starting therapy. Restored hormones can quite literally reinvigorate your mind and body.
The right hormone balance promotes healthier body composition for your age and gender. Low testosterone in men and estrogen in women can lead to increased body fat and reduced muscle mass and bone density over time. Replacement therapy provides needed metabolic support.
Mood disorders like anxiety or depression have direct hormonal components for many people. Restoring balance can stabilize moods, emotional control, stress resilience, and sleep quality. Our patients commonly share stories of hormones giving them their “joy back.
Studies connect proper hormone balance to protection against cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, dementia, and certain cancers. Bioidentical hormone therapy (also called BHRT) optimizes biomarkers tied to long-term health when customized properly under doctor supervision. It helps restore vitality!
While bioidentical hormones are often touted as more natural alternatives to conventional hormone therapy, research has found that patient outcomes and risks are generally similar between both forms of treatment when used at comparable doses and regimens. More studies are still needed to fully compare their long-term safety and efficacy.
Harmony Hormone Center takes an integrative, scientific approach to bioidentical hormone replacement:
We recognize each patient has a unique clinical presentation, physiology, and lifestyle. We do not take a “one-size-fits all” approach to BHRT. Your hormones are as individual as a fingerprint, so we personalize according to your needs.
We exclusively prescribe body-identical bioidentical hormones that perfectly match human hormones at the molecular level. This provides the most seamless hormone restoration possible, unlike synthetic forms.
Using results from your testing, we prescribe hormones in small doses seeking to replicate healthy physiologic hormone levels naturally present in young healthy adults. We avoid excessive doses that can cause side effects or be unsafe long-term.
We provide counseling on optimized nutrition, exercise, stress management, and sleep hygiene to complement your hormone therapy. Lifestyle changes enhance your hormone response and overall vitality.
You will follow up regularly with your Harmony Hormone Center doctor. We recheck labs, assess symptoms, ensure you are responding optimally to treatment, and adjust your hormone therapy over time to meet your changing needs, bringing you the best results safely.
If blood tests or symptoms suggest hormone imbalance or deficiency, we recommend taking action promptly with bioidentical hormone replacement under medical supervision, rather than postponing treatment or taking a “wait and see” approach. Here’s why timely treatment matters:
For those struggling with unpleasant menopausal, andropausal, or low testosterone symptoms, waiting longer means you continue enduring poor sleep, low energy, lost libido, hot flashes, etc. Proper hormone therapy brings relatively rapid relief when customized properly. Why suffer longer if treatment can help regulate your hormones?
Postponing treatment allows more time for your hormone deficits to worsen. Like deficiency symptoms, these declines become more challenging to reverse the longer you wait. Optimal results require dose adjustments over time. Acting sooner helps sustain hormonal resiliency longer term.
Disorders exacerbated by hormone imbalance (metabolic syndrome, loss of bone/muscle, mood disorders etc.) all benefit from timely treatment too. The sooner your hormones are replenished, the less progression of related health issues.
Given the broad impact that balanced hormones have on mind/body health and performance, waiting longer than needed to correct deficiencies results in lost days, weeks, months of wellness & vitality. Treat hormone imbalance early and persistently - your daily QOL depends on it!
While each patient requires individualized care, with close medical monitoring, timely hormone replacement therapy (also called BHRT) poses little risk and substantial patient benefit in most cases. If you suspect a hormone problem, don’t put off an evaluation and follow the recommended treatment plan. Harmony Hormone Center has the expertise to safely bring your hormones back into healthy balance - why wait?
If considering bioidentical hormone replacement (also called BHRT), the medical practice you select matters. With over 20 years specializing exclusively in hormonal therapies, Harmony Hormone Center of Monroe Township, NJ has the expertise, professionalism and evidence-based protocols to provide premier care. Key reasons to choose us include:
Our clinic is directed by Dr. Frederic Stern, MD - a highly respected endocrinologist specializing in female hormones. With advanced fellowship training and over 5000 patients treated, Dr. Stern is a recognized national leader and educator in hormone optimization and BHRT.
We utilize advanced testing protocols and hormone dose customization methods perfected from best practices emerging at top regenerative and anti-aging medical conferences. You benefit from the latest science supporting bioidentical hormone replacement.
Harmony Hormone Center staff appreciates the interconnectedness of your hormonal health with nutrition, fitness, stress levels, and other lifestyle factors. We personalize care in consideration of all health influences, not just lab numbers.
Our supportive medical team provides attentive monitoring, listens to your concerns, and welcomes feedback. We optimize care based on open communication and shared decisions. Your comfort, trust and progress motivate us.
Patient safety and health is paramount. We prescribe bioidentical hormones using established medical protocols and data-driven dose titration. Therapy adapts over time for optimal benefits.
Located near the heart of downtown Monroe Township just 5 minutes off Exit 8A of the NJ Turnpike, our accessible clinic location features free on-site parking. Hours include early morning and evenings.
If you’re seeking the safest, most effective bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (also called BHRT) tailored to your needs by a leading NJ endocrinology specialist, look no further than Harmony Hormone Center. Contact us today to learn more or schedule a consultation. The sooner you address hormone deficiencies or imbalance, the sooner we can work together to help you feel your healthiest and most vibrant at any age.
