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Hormone optimization

Hormone Optimization for Women & Men

Helping You Feel Like Yourself Again

Hormones play a powerful role in how you feel every day—your energy, mood, sleep, metabolism, and confidence.

Whether you're navigating perimenopause or menopause, or you're a man who just “doesn’t feel like yourself” anymore, hormone shifts can show up as hot flashes, brain fog, low libido, weight gain, and fatigue. These symptoms can be frustrating and isolating—and many people never get the support or answers they deserve.

At Clearwater Family Medicine & Allergy, we’re closing that gap. Menopause care, like obesity medicine, is often underemphasized in medical training. We’ve invested in advanced menopause and sexual health education, including training with Dr. Rachel Rubin, so we can bring thoughtful, up-to-date hormone care to our community.

We offer a personalized approach to hormone therapy using bioidentical hormones—natural, safe options that can help ease symptoms of perimenopause, menopause, and other hormone imbalances. We do not use pellet therapy, which can be very costly and harder to adjust over time.

Because this care deserves dedicated time and attention, we may recommend a separate visit focused solely on your hormone and menopause journey. This allows us to dive deeply into your concerns while still working within an insurance-based model.

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Hormone Optimization for Women

Perimenopause and menopause symptom support
Hot flashes, night sweats, and sleep disruption
Mood changes, anxiety, and irritability
Brain fog or difficulty concentrating
Vaginal dryness, discomfort with intimacy, or painful sex
Low libido or changes in sexual function
Weight gain or shifting body composition

Hormone Optimization for Men

Fatigue and low energy despite “doing everything right”
Decreased strength, stamina, or workout recovery
Low libido or changes in sexual function
Increased belly fat or loss of muscle mass
Mood changes, irritability, or feeling less confident
Difficulty feeling sharp, focused, and motivated

For men, we evaluate testosterone and other hormone pathways, along with sleep, stress, nutrition, and metabolic health. When appropriate, we may use evidence-based testosterone therapy with careful monitoring to help you feel more energetic, focused, and confident again. Not everyone needs or qualifies for hormone therapy—we always start with a thorough evaluation and a personalized plan.

What to Expect from Our Hormone Optimization Program

Comprehensive review of symptoms, health history, and goals
Targeted lab testing when appropriate
Thoughtful use of bioidentical hormone therapy for women and men
Non-hormonal options for symptom relief when preferred or indicated
Support for metabolism, sleep, stress, nutrition, and movement
Ongoing follow-up and dose adjustments as your body changes

Trusted Hormone & Menopause Resources

We are grateful for leaders in this field who help people feel informed and empowered. For more helpful insights on menopause, hormones, and sexual health, explore:

Experts to Follow:
Dr. Rachel Rubin
Dr. Heather Hirsch
Dr. Mary Claire Haver

Books:

The New Menopause by Mary Claire Haver
Estrogen Matters by Avrum Bluming and Carol Tavris
You Are Not Broken — Kelly Casperson
The Menopause Moment — Kelly Casperson

Podcasts:

You Are Not Broken — Kelly Casperson
Dr. Rachel Rubin on Peter Attia’s podcast — Listen Here

Our goal is simple: to help you feel like yourself again—steady, clear-headed, energized, and confident. With compassionate, evidence-based care, we’re here to support you through every step of your hormone optimization journey.

Quick Self-Check

Menopause & Hormone Symptom Quiz

Not sure whether your symptoms are from stress, perimenopause, menopause, or a hormone imbalance? This quick quiz can help you identify patterns and gain clarity before your appointment. It’s not a diagnosis, but it’s an excellent first step toward understanding what your body may be telling you.