Frequently Asked Questions

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No. You do not need to have blood work completed before your first appointment.

During your consultation, we’ll review your symptoms, medical history, menstrual history, current medications, and health goals. If blood work or other testing would be helpful based on your individual circumstances, your Nurse Practitioner can provide the appropriate requisition.

For many women experiencing perimenopause or menopause, treatment decisions are based primarily on symptoms and medical history rather than hormone levels alone.

Hormonal changes during your 30s, 40s and 50s can affect many areas of health.

Common symptoms include:

• Fatigue or low energy
• Weight gain or changes in body composition
• Brain fog or difficulty concentrating
• Poor sleep or frequent waking
• Mood changes or anxiety
• Low libido
• Hot flashes or night sweats

If you're experiencing several of these symptoms, a hormone assessment may help identify potential causes and treatment options.

Your consultation is a comprehensive hormone health assessment.

During your visit we review:

• Your symptoms and medical history
• Lifestyle factors affecting hormones
• Current medications
• Previous laboratory results
• Potential hormone patterns affecting your health

From there, we develop a personalized treatment plan tailored to your needs.

If appropriate, yes.

Treatment recommendations are based on current menopause and hormone therapy guidelines, your medical history, and your symptoms.

Possible options may include:

• Hormone therapy when medically appropriate
• Lifestyle and metabolic support
• Sleep optimization strategies
• Non-hormonal treatment options

Every treatment plan is individualized.

Hormone therapy is considered safe for many women when prescribed appropriately and monitored by a qualified clinician.

Your consultation includes a medical risk assessment to determine whether hormone therapy is appropriate for you.

If hormone therapy is not recommended, we will discuss alternative strategies to help improve your symptoms.

Many women begin noticing improvements in symptoms such as sleep, mood, or hot flashes within a few weeks.

However, hormone therapy is not a quick fix. Treatment often involves adjustments over time to find the best balance for your body.

Ongoing monitoring is an important part of safe and effective hormone care.

Yes.

We provide both in-person and virtual hormone consultations for women across Alberta, allowing you to receive care from the comfort of your home or in the clinic.

In-person visits may also be available depending on location and patient needs.

The initial hormone consultation is $190.

This includes:

• A comprehensive medical assessment
• Review of symptoms and health history
• Interpretation of available blood work
• Discussion of treatment options
• Development of a personalized care plan

Many symptoms related to hormones overlap with other health conditions.

That is why the first step is a structured medical assessment, where we review your symptoms, history, and lab results together.

If hormones are contributing to how you feel, we can help you explore evidence-based treatment options.

If you're unsure whether hormones are playing a role in how you feel, the best starting point is our Hormone Pattern Quiz.

It takes only a few minutes and can help identify patterns worth discussing during a consultation.

From there, you can decide whether you would like to move forward with a full hormone assessment.

Take the Hormone Quiz or Book Your Consultation

Many women are told their symptoms are “normal” or simply part of aging.

While hormonal changes are common, feeling constantly exhausted, foggy, or unlike yourself is not something you have to accept without exploring options.

Our goal is to provide a thoughtful medical evaluation and help you better understand what may be affecting your health.

If you're wondering whether hormone therapy might help you feel better, the next step is a personalized consultation.