BIOIDENTICAL HORMONE REPLACEMENT

Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) uses hormones that are identical to those naturally produced by the body to restore hormonal balance. As we age or face hormonal changes, symptoms like fatigue, mood swings, weight gain, and low libido can occur. BHRT offers personalized treatment to relieve these symptoms and support overall physical and emotional well-being—helping you feel your best at every stage of life.

  • Whether you're navigating perimenopause, menopause, PCOS or thyroid dysfunction, hormone replacement aims to restore balance, eliminate symptoms and improve your overall quality of life. Symptoms such as fatigue, mood changes, brain fog, weight fluctuations, low libido, sleep disturbances, and hot flashes are common—but they are not something you have to settle with!

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  • Hormones like Testosterone, DHEA and thyroid naturally decline with age, but for many men, this shift can lead to frustrating symptoms like fatigue, reduced muscle mass, weight gain, hair loss, low libido, erectile dysfunction, mood changes, brain fog, and poor sleep. By restoring these vital hormones we can see a HUGE improvement in symptoms and overall well-being!

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Understanding the Difference: Bioidentical vs. Natural vs. Synthetic

Bioidentical hormones are made to be chemically identical to the hormones your body naturally produces. They're often derived from plants like soy or yams and are synthesized in a lab to closely match your body’s needs. Because of this, they’re typically better recognized and used by the body, making them an effective and personalized option for treating hormone imbalance or menopause symptoms.

Natural hormones can come from plants or animals, but they don’t always match human hormones exactly. While some herbal supplements may offer relief, they aren’t as targeted, standardized, or backed by research as bioidentical hormone therapy.

Synthetic hormones are also lab-made, but their chemical structure is different from what your body naturally produces. This difference can lead to more side effects and less predictable results. For example, synthetic progesterone (progestin) and estrogen (premarin) are commonly used in traditional hormone therapy but they don’t behave the same way as bioidentical hormones. These hormones are often mass-produced in fixed doses, making them less customizable to individual needs.

For those looking for a more personalized approach that works in harmony with the body, bioidentical hormones offer a tailored and often safer alternative.

IS BHRT RIGHT FOR YOU?

BHRT at ReBalance Medical

Our Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) program is designed to help you regain balance, energy, and overall wellness through personalized, evidence-based care.

PROCESS

  • Free | 5 minutes | Phone
    Curious about BHRT? Book a complimentary call to learn what it is, how it works, and whether it may be a good fit for you. Please note: personal medical advice cannot be given during this call.

  • $150 + GST (This is not an appointment)
    Begin your BHRT journey with a detailed intake process. You’ll complete a health history form, a symptom questionnaire, and receive a personalized lab requisition. Your Nurse Practitioner will review your file to ensure it’s safe to proceed.

    Bloodwork:
    Please complete your bloodwork fasting, between 7 AM and 10 AM, at your earliest convenience.

  • $350 + GST | Virtual
    Book this once your bloodwork has been completed and at least 2–3 weeks have passed. During this visit, your Nurse Practitioner will thoroughly review your history and lab results. If appropriate, a 3-month hormone therapy prescription will be provided, along with your next lab requisition.

  • $150 + GST | Virtual
    Book this visit after your Initiation Visit and once any follow-up bloodwork has been completed 2–3 weeks in advance. Your NP will review your results and assess how you’re responding to treatment. Adjustments to your prescription will be made as needed.

  • $150 + GST | Virtual
    This mid-point check-in includes a review of your progress and recent lab results (if required). Your NP will make any necessary adjustments and discuss ongoing care. Please complete any requested bloodwork at least 2–3 weeks prior.

  • $100 + GST | Virtual
    Book this if your prescription has run out, your symptoms have changed, or you’d like additional support between scheduled follow-ups. Your NP will assess and adjust your treatment as needed.

  • $499 + GST | Virtual
    For clients at the one-year mark of their BHRT plan. Your NP will review your current health, recent bloodwork (completed at least 2 weeks in advance), and provide a one-year prescription renewal and any updated lab requisitions.

  • $300 + GST | Virtual
    If you’re currently receiving BHRT from another clinic and would like to transfer your care to ReBalance Medical, book this appointment. Please have all medical records, including notes, labs, and diagnostics, faxed to 1-888-270-1772 at least 1–2 weeks prior to your visit.

    If you’re unsure whether this appointment is right for you, email us at rebalancesk@gmail.com for guidance.

    • Our services are not covered by provincial health plans, but may be eligible for reimbursement through a Health Spending Account (HSA) if you have one.

    • Laboratory testing ordered as part of your BHRT care is typically covered by provincial health coverage.

    • We do not offer saliva testing, as it is considered less accurate and reliable compared to serum (blood) testing.

    • If additional lab work or diagnostic imaging is required in relation to your BHRT treatment, our Nurse Practitioner may order it directly. For unrelated concerns or broader diagnostic needs, we will refer you back to your family physician or primary care provider.