Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, or bHRT, is a vastly effective therapy, especially for women experiencing symptoms of hormone imbalance and hormone deficiency.

Patients may present with PMS, peri-menopausal or menopausal symptoms, or other conditions that result from or are associated with hormone imbalance.

These include but are not limited to: insomnia, mood disorders, metabolic syndrome, migraines, obesity, fatigue, hypothyroidism, bone loss, uterine fibroids, fibrocystic breasts, skin disorders, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), chronic fatigue syndrome, hirsutism, and connective tissue disorders.

bHRT addresses hormonal deficiencies and imbalances by accurately assessing each patient’s individual hormonal status (based on medical history, symptoms, lab work, etc.) and subsequently implementing a protocol individually tailored and prescribed for each patient.

Therapy is then modified or titrated by clinical evaluation and/or laboratory results. bHRT is initiated after a hormone consultation between the patient and their clinician.

A “bioidentical” hormone indicates that the chemical (molecular) structure of the hormone being compounded into a medication is identical to that of the hormone that exists in the human body. For a replacement hormone to fully replicate the function of hormones that were naturally produced and present in the human body, the chemical structure must be an exact match of the original.

Bioidentical hormones can follow normal metabolic pathways to generate the same physiologic responses in the human body as endogenous hormones. By choosing a bioidentical hormone, one is essentially making the wise decision to replace that which the body would naturally provide on its own.

Yes, you should feel better very quickly, within a few weeks. However, this is where most stumble. Even though you will feel better than you have in years, maybe even decades, achieving optimal well being and a state of true balance can only be accomplished over time.

Women with properly balanced hormones prove to benefit from an increased quality of life. Hormonal balance is critical to a women’s overall health and well-being, and should be seen as a proactive approach to “aging gracefully.

”Hormone balance is necessary to prevent a myriad of common problems such as infertility and miscarriage,osteoporosis, heart disease, premenstrual syndrome, breast cancer, fibroids, endometriosis, menstrual difficulties,mood disorders, and ovarian cysts.

Historically, hormonal imbalances in women were simply considered a normal part of the aging process. Due to increased research and advances in therapy, these issues can now be treated and give women a better quality of life as they age.

Therapy should be individualized based on the patient’s physical exam, medical history and laboratory testing. Close monitoring and adjustments are crucial during follow-up to formulate a patient’s most effective treatment plan.

Physicians must understand that some factors play into the fine balance of women’s hormones. The thyroid and adrenal glands are crucial pieces of the puzzle for optimal hormone equilibrium. In addition, a woman’s diet, exercise regimen, and stressors, also play into the puzzle.

An attitude of integrated medicine and overall well-being of the women’s body is key to discovering correct bioidentical hormone replacement therapies.

The Whole Health Institute is a year-long commitment for a reason.  Optimal hormone balance doesn’t happen overnight, trust me, I know!  It took me years to figure out what was going on with my hormones which is why I’d be doing you a disservice if I offered anything shorter than this.

I’ve personally been working with this team for over 5 years to help rebuild and balance my hormones so I can promise you’re in the right place! 

This highly experienced and trained group of healthcare professionals will be holding your hand every step of the way and guiding you back to your health and happiness throughout your entire year long journey.  

The medical team will start by recommending comprehensive initial lab work (sorry we do not take lab work from other doctors), which is included, followed by a deep-dive into your health history and then will initiate a specific course of action and personalized plan to YOU!  No more guesswork!

No, but you can contact Kim anytime at [email protected] for additional info. 

Great question! Supplements can play an important role in helping to rebalance your hormone pathways and quell the chronic, abundant stress we encounter on a daily basis. We recommend the highest quality of physician grade supplements. These recommendations are prescribed by your provider and will be separate from the program itself.

No, but you can schedule individualized workouts and nutrition plans with Kim by emailing [email protected] for more details. 

If you have already had lab work completed in the last 30 days, our healthcare providers can review those labs with you. However, they will not replace the labs that are included with the program.

Our team has meticulously hand-picked select lab markers and customized a panel specific to Kim's clients to make sure you're getting the best possible care.

With a combined 20+ years of experience in functional medicine, we're making sure we cover you in all areas and nothing is missing!

We use LabCorp, one of the worlds largest and most respected laboratory companies. They process nearly 3 million tests per week in more than 100 countries. They They have 2,001 patient service centers across America. However, if you are unable to locate a center near you our healthcare provider team can make the necessary adjustments.

It typically takes about 5-7 business days to process your lab results. Once we receive your results, we will reach out to schedule your initial virtual visit.

At the conclusion of the initial 12-month term you may cancel any time. If, for some reason, you need to stop your membership temporarily. We will work with you to pause your membership for specified period of time.

Typically, we will not issue a refund. Restoring hormones back to an optimal balance takes time and that is why we built the program over 12-months. However, upon the conclusion of your initial term, you may cancel your membership at any time.

Unless you are a 1:1 client of Kim's, she is not involved in your process with WHI. All questions regarding testing, billing, supplements and labs go directly to [email protected].

No. Your initial payment includes an in depth hormone panel of lab work. But there may be some additional testing that is needed. Your provider may order some specialty testing or follow up labs that will be an additional cost to you. Each patient is unique and your provider will work with you to find the best personalized testing and treatments needed for you.

The short answer is no. They can be fasting labs, but it is not required on the first lab draw.