Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) involves hormones that are structurally identical to those produced naturally by your body.

At HMA, we use BioTE pellets, which are small, hormone-infused pellets implanted under the skin in the subcutaneous (fatty) tissue. These pellets release a steady, controlled amount of hormones over time.

Our board-certified physicians and nurse practitioners are here to answer any questions you may have about hormone therapy and to guide you through the process.

Absolutely! Contrary to popular belief, testosterone is not exclusive to men; in fact, it is the most abundant hormone in women throughout their lives.

As we age, testosterone levels naturally decline. Optimizing these levels can help protect your heart and bones, boost your energy, aid in fat loss and weight management, and enhance your sex drive and overall sexual wellness.

At HMA we use BioTE pellets to optimize your hormone levels through a straightforward in-office procedure.

The only potentially uncomfortable part of the process is the insertion of the needle to numb the area where the pellets will be placed. If you have a fear of needles, please let us know. We offer comfort measures, including numbing medication and topical spray, to help ease any discomfort.

While some patients may experience minor soreness around the pellet placement site, this usually resolves within a few days. If you experience any pain during the procedure, inform your provider so that we can address your needs with additional comfort measures.

There is no upper age limit for how long you can be on hormone replacement therapy.

For women using BioTE pellet BHRT, the pellets typically release hormones for about 3-4 months. After this period, you’ll need to have additional pellets placed to maintain optimal wellness.

For men using BioTE pellet BHRT, the pellets usually provide steady hormone levels for approximately 5-6 months. At this point, you will need to have more pellets inserted to continue optimizing your wellness.

BioTE hormone pellets are roughly the size of a grain of rice. Occasionally, you might feel the pellets under your skin due to swelling, which typically resolves within a few days, though it can rarely last up to a month.

To minimize swelling and promote healing, it is important for women to limit their activity for 3 days following pellet placement and for men to do the same for 7 days.