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For most patients this is painless. This is entirely subjective and depends on your level of pain tolerance.

We process fees on a monthly basis at $349.00 per month. We do not require an initial fee of potentially thousands of dollars per month, unlike other clinics. We allow you to pay on a monthly basis, with absolutely no hidden costs, fees, or small print.

Many of our patients that start on our testosterone optimization therapy program will be on testosterone therapy for a minimum of 6 months. If you would like to pay for the 6 months in advance, we offer $200.00 off the 6 months of TOP therapy.

Typically, once every 3-6 months, or as otherwise prescribed.

No, we do not bill insurance for the cost of this treatment.

No. Your doctor is unlikely to order tests for unique hormonal markers that we are testing and searching for. Moreover, the cost of the blood work is included with our program.

Benefits typically start appearing 1 week to 6 months into the treatment, depending on the effect you want from the program. Our goal is to have you feeling better as soon as possible.

Like with any medication, there are a few. We will discuss what to be cautious about during your consultation. It is important to note that one cannot overdose on testosterone therapy, and that the side-effects of the treatments disappear as soon as the medication is stopped. Our approach is simple: to have a medical professional and lab available to ensure we optimize your health and well-being.

This is dependent on the estrogen level in your blood, but for many patients, yes. There is an oral that we prescribe medication that will help reduce your estrogen levels. Testosterone therapy is beneficial in that it has shown to have direct muscle-building benefits that are conducive to sculpting and maintaining a masculine physique.

During your initial lab work, we will check for markers for prostate cancer (PSA). Additionally, your prior medical history will help determine these markers as well. Studies have shown that testosterone therapy does NOT cause or provoke prostate cancer. There is, in fact, now a correlation between elevated estrogen levels that are now seen in prostate enlargement. We prescribe medications that help with prostate enlargement by reducing estrogen levels. Unfortunately, men with a history of prostate cancer should not begin testosterone therapy. We carefully monitor your overall health and well-being via lab studies and routine exams to ensure your safety.

If you have symptoms of low testosterone and symptoms of low testosterone, you may qualify for treatment, both younger and older people can be accepted in our program. Due to the increase in obesity and metabolic disease, we have treated patients in their 20’s, but most of our patients are between 30 to 70+ years of age.

Our labs are very comprehensive and cover a wide range of facets, including blood count, metabolic profile, and many more. Additionally, we check your thyroid, markers for prostate cancer, and obviously, your testosterone and estrogen levels.

We monitor prostate levels closely as well as your blood count and hormone components. We will also monitor other components depending on your initial evaluation.

This would mean we will be unable to begin in a healthy manner from the outset. We will advise you to consult with your primary doctor or specialist to correct any issue that arises. Once said issue(s) are corrected, you may then participate in our program, provided that our medical practitioners feel confident of no risk in your participation.

The association between high testosterone levels and strength/power and speed is well known. Testosterone is important for the desired adaptations to resistance exercise and training. In fact, testosterone is considered the major enhancer of muscle growth and an increase in muscle strength in response to resistance training in men.

Testosterone plays a role in various aspects of life enjoyment. It can affect mood, energy levels, libido, muscle mass, and overall well-being. Maintaining optimal testosterone levels can contribute to a better quality of life and overall satisfaction.

The effects of testosterone optimization therapy on mood can vary. Men using exogenous testosterone reported improved mood and well-being. It also has been shown to reduce fatigue and irritability in men. Research suggests that this treatment may also be an effective anti-depressant treatment.

Higher testosterone levels are associated with greater strength/power and faster speed. The increase in testosterone provides a considerable ongoing and cumulative physical advantage in sporting contests by creating stronger bones, greater muscle mass and increased strength.