I request the use of BHRT and supplements to treat my condition(s). I understand that as part of the program, I will be given an orientation to the program with supporting materials and I will be instructed on how to either administer the prescribed medication or supplement myself or have it administered for me in the office by medical staff. I understand there is no guarantee for the effectiveness of these medications or supplements. I agree that I am and will be under the care of another medical provider for all other conditions. The provider can work in conjunction with, but cannot replace, my regular primary care physicians, such as general practitioners or other specialists in family medicine or internal medicine. I understand the provider can only prescribe medications and or supplements necessary for this treatment and all other health matters should be through my regular physician(s). Prior to my treatment, I have fully disclosed any medical conditions, diseases, allergies, and home medications and supplements and any contraindications have been fully discussed with me. If I fail to disclose any medical condition that I have, I release the doctor and facility from any liability associated with this procedure. Nutritional and Exercise counseling: the patient was strongly encouraged to adopt a low-glycemic, balanced whole food diet, restricting processed foods, trans fats, and simple sugars. A regular high-intensity exercise program along with a healthy diet is a key factor in optimizing the health benefits of testosterone therapy. Reviewed the importance of lifestyle factors including adequate sleep (6-8 hours per night) and stress reduction in improving energy, mood, and libido.
The patient understands the risks and benefits as discussed.
Safety of any of these hormones during pregnancy cannot be guaranteed. Notify your Provider if you are pregnant, suspect that you are pregnant, or are planning to become pregnant during this therapy. Estrogen Therapy: Bio-identical estrogens are available in various forms including oral capsules, troches, patches, pellets and topical creams. Side effects may include breast tenderness, bleeding, or fluid retention which can occur from too much estrogen or increased sensitivity. Do not take estrogen if you have breast cancer. Verve Health LLC uses Estradiol for treatment. Progesterone Therapy: Bio-identical progesterone is available in various forms including oral capsules, troches, vaginal suppositories, and topical creams. Progesterone therapy may be sedating, so it is recommended to coordinate dosing with sleep cycle. Adverse reactions are associated with non-bioidentical Progesterone and may include bloating, breakthrough bleeding, missed menstrual cycles, breast swelling and tenderness, fluid retention, weight gain, sedation, and depression. Verve Health LLC uses micronized P4 Progesterone. Testosterone Therapy: Bio-identical testosterone therapy is available in various forms including topical creams, pellets and injections. Side effects can include acne, increased libido, or hirsutism (facial hair growth). Synthetic hormones such as Progestins, and bioidentical hormones have different effects on the body. Bioidentical hormones can be used and metabolized as our body was designed to do, thus potentially minimizing side effects. Compounded bioidentical hormone dosages can be fine tuned to your specific needs. Many European studies suggest that bioidentical hormones are safer than synthetic hormones. However, that doesn’t mean that bioidentical hormones are perfect. Although the use of bio-identical hormone replacement therapy has been shown in many studies to be safer than synthetic hormone replacement therapy, the risk of side effects is still possible. In fact, there are physicians who do not agree with the use of bioidentical hormones.
Baseline hormone levels are ordered on or before your initial visit. You will then be given an individualized prescription of BHRT based on your symptoms and test results. Symptom resolution is not immediate. It can take anywhere from 3-9 months until patients feel like they have the perfect fit. There are many different preparations of BHRT (topical creams, injectables, and pills). Some individuals respond to one form better than another. Laboratory blood tests are measured 6-8 weeks after initiating BHRT. When stable, hormone levels are then monitored every 6-12 months depending on the situation.
Patient's bodies and lifestyles change and so do their hormonal needs. It is recommended you continue to have all of your yearly preventative screening tests such as pap smears (as frequently as indicated), mammograms, DEXA Scans (as indicated), and a pelvic ultrasound (as indicated), and colonoscopy (as indicated), etc. Patient consents they are under a primary provider?s care and are receiving physicals and any preventative care needed. Patient verbalizes understanding and requests and consents to the administration of Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) and oral supplements and authorizes that these will be prescribed by the healthcare provider(s) at Verve Health LLC.
Patient acknowledges and understands the following:
There are no guarantees or assurances made with respect to the benefit of hormone replacement therapy prescribed for me, and I understand that BHRT is not specifically approved by the FDA for preventative medicine and my request for BHRT is off-label, unless a medical diagnosis can be made. There are certain potential risks involved in hormone replacement therapy. I agree to report to the healthcare provider any adverse reaction or problems that might be related to my hormone therapy.They will be in charge of administering the hormones and supplements prescribed and will conform and comply with the recommended doses and methods of administration.Abuse of hormones or poly-pharmacy is not tolerated and care will be terminated immediately if this occurs. The medical literature indicates that there may be health benefits to the use of BHRT and its long-term effects are undetermined and Verve Health LLC cannot guarantee any results or that there will be no harm. The potential health risks and benefits of using BHRT have been explained to me to my satisfaction.