Andropause, which is the gradual decline in the production of androgenic hormones and particularly testosterone in males, begins to happen AS EARLY AS 30 YEARS OF AGE. In fact, the natural decline of a man’s testosterone between the ages of 22 to 30 occurs at an average of 1-2% per year. This slow, gradual decline lends itself to a man’s acceptance and rationalization of symptoms such as fatigue, loss of muscle mass, erectile dysfunction, and hair loss.

Testosterone is a significant and essential part of BHRT because it is the primary hormone for strength, libido and energy. As testosterone declines, the common symptoms of loss of muscle mass, fatigue and weight gain, as well as loss of libido and erectile dysfunction appear.

STEP 1 - COMPLIMENTARY DISCOVERY CALL

The first step in getting BHRT is to make sure you are a suitable candidate for our hormone replacement program. During the initial complimentary discovery call with Dr. Lai, you will get answers to your questions and determine whether you will benefit from BHRT.

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STEP 2 - INITIAL OFFICE CONSULTATION AND BLOOD PANEL

Once Dr. Lai determines that you are a good candidate for the hormone replacement program and you are comfortable moving forward, we will schedule an in-office visit. Prior to this first visit, we will send you an online questionnaire to gather information about your medical history, background, lifestyle, overall health, and concerns. Dr. Lai will use this questionnaire during the in office consultation to determine whether adjustments need to be made to the treatment regimen.

During your visit, you will receive concierge services including a comprehensive consultation with Dr. Lai and a blood draw taken in the comfort of our relaxing office to test your hormone levels, which include testosterone, DHEA, cortisol and thyroid. You and Dr. Lai will work together as a team to target your concerns and come up with viable solutions. We know that your time is valuable and this will allow us to gather all the information we need during one appointment.

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STEP 3 PROGRAM ASSESSMENT

Once the results come back from the lab, Dr. Lai will discuss the findings with you before customizing your personal BRHT program. Based on your concerns and medical history, along with the results of your lab work, Dr. Lai will prepare a tailored program just for you. He will provide you with a report that contains all his findings and suggested program to address your needs.

Every patient’s BHRT is compounded to their exact requirements. Testosterone can come in injectable form and topical creams. Depending on your needs and your lifestyle, Dr. Lai can either instruct you on home application of topical creams or schedule office visits for injectable testosterone. Depending on your specific needs and concerns, Dr. Lai may prescribe additional hormones and supplements to your program. To ensure that you are always taking the optimal quantities of hormones, Dr. Lai repeats the testing process at regular intervals. If there are any changes, he can alter your prescription accordingly.

Optimal levels of testosterone in men have been shown to support increased mental clarity and overall mood, increased energy levels, improved muscle mass and increased overall sexual satisfaction. Furthermore, optimal levels of testosterone help protect against diabetes, Alzheimer’s, depression , prostate cancer and heart disease.

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STEP 4 - FOLLOW UP VISIT

Prior to this visit, Dr. Lai will require you to perform a blood workup. Again, this can be done in the comfort of our office where we will get you in and out quickly. Once the lab results are received, you will come in for another office visit during which Dr. Lai will review new lab results, discuss your progress, address any concerns you may have, and adjust the program accordingly. We recommend that you repeat this process at 3 month intervals so we can maintain your results and/or adjust the medications depending on your individual reactions. These office visits are included in the program cost as well as any phone calls you may need to have with Dr. Lai. We value your trust and want to ensure your confidence in us every step of the way.

The initial discovery call with Dr. Lai is complimentary. During this call, you will have your questions answered by a board certified doctor and raise any concerns you may have before proceeding. We want you to feel comfortable with Dr. Lai before incurring any out-of-pocket costs.

The comprehensive in office consultation with Dr. Lai is $250. Given the body’s adjustment period to hormone replacement therapy, it may take approximately 2-3 months to notice a change in your mood, physical appearance, energy levels and libido. Therefore, we provide our patients with 2 program options: six (6) or twelve (12) months.

Male Program Pricing

• Comprehensive In Office Consultation with Dr. Lai $250

• Six Month Program $795

• Annual (12 months) Program $1495

All office visits and telephone appointments are included as well as any fees for ordering, prescribing and managing customized programs

• Prescription and Supplement costs are in addition to all other fees and vary between $30-60 monthly.

• Lab work will be taken approximately 4 times during the first year and vary between $80-120 each time. After hormone levels are optimized, annual lab work will be performed to make adjustments to the medications.

Insurance

Our office is a cash-based practice. We do not accept or participate in any insurance programs. Our services are elective and therefore we require the patient to pay upfront for services rendered. We have also opted out of the Medicare Program and are only able to see Medicare patients who are willing to sign a Medicare Waiver, which restricts the patient’s ability to seek reimbursement from Medicare for medical services received at our office.

We understand that this may be disappointing to hear at first, but once you visit our office and experience the difference in convenience, quality of care, and our advanced treatments, you will understand the benefits of an independent medical practice. We are here to serve YOU, not the insurance companies and their complicated health plans. Transparency is a priority to us and you will be provided with treatment or program costs before you agree to proceed.

Our office has negotiated discounted rates for the required lab work. We pass these discounted rates on to our patients and do not profit from these labs. If your insurance plan provides reimbursement for out-of-network providers, our office will provide you with an itemized statement that you can submit for possible reimbursement. Because health insurance is a contract between you and the insurance company, we cannot guarantee any level of insurance reimbursement.