BHRT at Biomed Health Center is overseen by Dr. Anna Feagan, ND and Dr. Garek Ng, ND, Bastyr University trained naturopathic doctors in La Jolla. Free 15-minute consultations to find out if bioidentical hormones fit your case.
Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) uses hormones structurally identical to the ones your body produces to relieve the symptoms of hormonal decline and imbalance. At Biomed Health Center in San Diego, every BHRT plan starts with comprehensive hormone testing, because the right treatment depends on knowing exactly which hormones are off and by how much.
What Is BHRT?
BHRT stands for Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy, which is a form of hormone therapy that uses hormones that are structurally identical to the hormones naturally produced by the human body. For women, BHRT typically involves balancing estrogen, progesterone, and sometimes testosterone, particularly through perimenopause and menopause. Men benefit too: bioidentical testosterone is a common answer to andropause, the gradual hormonal decline that affects energy, muscle, and drive with age.
Am I a Candidate for Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy?
If you are experiencing one or more of the symptoms or conditions listed below, you may be a candidate for bioidentical hormone therapy:
- Experience frequent hot flashes or vaginal dryness.
- Suffer from weight gain despite diet and exercise efforts.
- Struggle with energy levels or persistent brain fog.
- Facing symptoms like mood swings, hair loss, or dry skin.
- Have been diagnosed with hormonal imbalances or related health conditions.
- Notice declining muscle mass, motivation, or sex drive (common in men with falling testosterone).
- Sleep poorly or wake unrefreshed despite good sleep habits.
How Does BHRT Work?
BHRT uses hormones derived from natural plant sources that are chemically identical to those produced by the human body. These hormones are often compounded in pharmacies to create customized formulations tailored to individual patients’ needs.
- Symptom Relief. BHRT is commonly used to alleviate symptoms associated with menopause, such as hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, mood swings, and sleep disturbances.
- Additional Benefits. BHRT also offers several potential benefits beyond symptom relief, including improved bone health, cardiovascular protection, cognitive function, and sexual function.
- Quality of Life. By restoring hormonal balance, BHRT aims to improve quality of life and alleviate discomfort.
- Customization. One of the primary advantages of BHRT is its ability to be customized based on an individual woman’s hormone levels and symptoms.
- Cognitive Health. Maintaining consistent hormone levels supports brain fog reduction and cognitive health.
- Prevention of Health Conditions. Proper hormonal balance supports cardiovascular health, bone density, and weight management.
A healthcare provider will typically conduct thorough hormone testing and evaluate symptoms before prescribing BHRT.
BHRT for women can be administered in various forms, including pills, creams, gels, patches, pellets, or injections. The choice of administration route depends on factors such as patient preference, hormone levels, and treatment goals.
Why Trust Biomed Health Center for San Diego Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy?
The results you get from BHRT depend less on the hormones themselves and more on who prescribes them, what testing the dosing is built on, and how closely your response is monitored. Here is what separates bioidentical hormone replacement therapy at Biomed Health Center from the typical San Diego hormone clinic:
Bastyr-Trained Naturopathic Doctors Providing BHRT
Dr. Anna Feagan and Dr. Garek Ng completed their naturopathic medical training at Bastyr University here in San Diego and co-founded Biomed Health Center around root-cause medicine. Dr. Feagan holds additional post-doctoral training in hormone replacement therapy with a clinical focus on men’s and women’s hormonal health, while Dr. Ng’s practice centers on natural hormone support through nutrition and biochemistry.
Hormone Testing That Drives Every Treatment Plan
BHRT dosing here starts with a comprehensive hormone panel, not a symptom checklist. Lab work establishes your baseline before anything is prescribed, and follow-up testing confirms your levels respond the way they should, so your protocol is adjusted from data rather than guesswork.
Bioidentical Hormones Within a Whole-Body Approach
Estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, thyroid, and adrenal function influence each other, which is why treating one hormone in isolation so often disappoints. When your case calls for broader work, the same doctors provide hormone balancing therapy alongside nutrition and lifestyle interventions, without referring you to a second clinic.
BHRT for Women and Men in San Diego
Hormonal decline is not a women-only problem. The clinic treats perimenopause and menopause symptoms in women and andropause-related decline in men, often centered on bioidentical testosterone, from the same lab-first evaluation. Whoever the patient is, treatment fits the person, never a template.
What to Expect When Starting BHRT in San Diego
Starting bioidentical hormone replacement therapy at Biomed Health Center follows a defined path from first conversation to a monitored protocol, so you know at every step why a decision is being made and what your labs say about it.
Free 15-Minute BHRT Consultation
Every patient relationship starts with a free 15-minute consultation, in person or by phone, to talk through your symptoms and whether hormone testing makes sense for your case. No commitment and no lab orders until you decide to move forward.
Comprehensive Hormone Testing and Health History
Your first full visit covers your complete health history and comprehensive lab work, establishing the hormonal baseline that every treatment decision is built on. Symptoms point in a direction; labs confirm it.
Your Personalized Bioidentical Hormone Protocol
At the follow-up, the doctor walks through your results with you. If bioidentical hormones are the right tool, you leave with a customized protocol built around your levels, symptoms, and goals, and a clear explanation of what each part of it does.
Ongoing Monitoring and Dose Adjustments
Hormone levels shift as your body responds, so follow-up testing at set intervals keeps your dosing accurate. Between visits, results and messages run through the online patient portal.
Schedule a BHRT Consultation in San Diego
Hormonal symptoms rarely improve by waiting. Biomed Health Center in San Diego offers bioidentical hormone replacement therapy built on real lab data for women navigating menopause and men facing hormonal decline alike. Book your consultation today and find out what your hormones are actually doing.
Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy FAQs
What is the difference between bioidentical and synthetic hormones?
Bioidentical hormones are derived from plant sources and share the exact molecular structure of the hormones your body produces, while conventional synthetic hormones are structurally different. That structural match is why many patients tolerate bioidentical formulations better, though the right choice still depends on your labs, history, and symptoms.
Is BHRT only for women?
No. Women most often use BHRT for perimenopause and menopause symptoms, but men experiencing andropause benefit from bioidentical testosterone as well. Men whose primary concern is low testosterone can read more on the testosterone therapy service page.
How do I know if my hormones are imbalanced?
Testing, not guessing. Symptoms like fatigue, weight gain, mood swings, and low libido overlap across many conditions, so treatment at the San Diego clinic starts with a comprehensive hormone panel that shows exactly which levels are off before anything is prescribed.
How long does BHRT take to work?
Many patients notice improvements in sleep, mood, and energy within the first several weeks, while full effects typically develop over a few months as dosing is refined. Follow-up lab work along the way confirms your levels are responding and lets the doctor adjust your protocol.
Is bioidentical hormone replacement therapy safe?
BHRT is considered safe for most patients when it is prescribed from thorough lab testing and monitored over time. It is not right for everyone, which is why candidacy at Biomed Health Center is decided by your health history and hormone panel rather than symptoms alone.