In September, 2008 Doctors Hotze and Ellsworth wrote on the debate revolving around “bio identical” hormones and synthetic drugs marketed and represented as hormones. It is a very interesting read, a short 2 1/2 pages and written for both the lay-person and the medical professional. It helps put the debate into perspective. PDF
One of our favorite articles written on BHRT come from Kent Holtorf, MD, co-founder of the Bio Identical Hormone Initiative.org. His work in this field is extensive and his writings informative. While this article has information more geared to the medical professional, the lay-person seeking information on the debate between bio identical and ‘traditional’ hormone…
In an article that is “to-the-point”, Dr. Jeffrey Dach puts his opinions direct to the reader without holding anything back. The article is intended to stir debate and indeed it does. It presents an interesting perspective on why bio identical hormones may have come under such scrutiny. Informative, educational and contentious; an argument that…
This study looked at 100,000 women and compared the risk of breast cancer between those using estrogen (mostly estradiol) and progestogens in the form of progestins (synthetic progesterone) and of estrogen with natural progesterone. The results showed a lower risk of breast cancers in those that used natural progesterone as compared to those using synthetic…
This piece is a “user friendly” explanation that answers the question about pellet composition. It is intended for Patients and Medical Professionals. PDF
There is much confusion related to the approval process of the pellets used in our therapy. It is our hope that the attached article explains and clarifies this confusion. PDF
Many men hear the concern about testosterone and prostate cancer. That conclusion comes from a study conducted in 1941 by Doctor Charles Huggins. One Harvard doctor, Abraham Morgentaler, now Associate Professor of Urology at Harvard Medical School has spent the last 20 years putting this theory to the test. When he went back to the original…
This article speaks to estradiol levels in men. There were 501 men in this study, all of which had CHF (chronic heart failure). The results were reported in JAMA (Journal of the American Medical Association). The study found that levels between 20-30 pg/ml seemed to be best. PDF
Published in 1996, this study, (taken from the New England Journal of Medicine) speaks to testosterone and muscle strength and size. The heart is a muscle and has more testosterone receptors than any other muscle in the human body according to Eugene Shippen, MD in his book The Testosterone Syndrome. We also learn from…
A 2006 study by Glenn Braunstein and Cedars-Sinai speaks to a disorder called Hypo-Sexual-Desire-Disorder or HSDD; the most common form of female sexual dysfunction. The study reports on treatment using physiologic to supraphysiologic levels of testosterone for patients who suffer with this diagnosis. PDF
As of January 1, 2023, Bella Vita Medical Center is now Renew Health and Wellness. The clinic will continue providing hormone therapy and other wellness services, with additional services and capabilities coming soon! We welcome existing patients and appreciate the opportunity to continue serving your needs!
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