Let’s talk about hormone health and wellness. As I celebrate 38 years around the sun, I’ve realized that understanding what’s happening within my own body — and taking the necessary steps to keep things moving along nicely — is more important than ever.
If you’ve been following Take A Bite Out of Boca & Beyond for a while, you know I love spotlighting the local South Florida businesses that have made a difference in my personal life and overall health, and that I hope can do the same for you. I’ve shared about various lifestyle choices I’ve made for my health in the past, including primary care, acupuncture, body treatments, dentistry for a healthy smile, skincare services and more. Now, we’re getting even more personal and talking about finding a hormone replacement therapy doctor.
Hormone Health and Wellness Palm Beach with Amare Family Health
Amare Family Health is a WorldLink-certified clinic in Delray Beach offering expert care in primary health and hormone therapy. The practice is led by Dr. Jennifer Fleigelman, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, CNE, a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and WorldLink-trained hormone replacement specialist.
I actually met hormone specialist Dr. Fleigelman at a recent Delray Beach Chamber networking event, where I won her booth’s giveaway: a comprehensive hormone lab panel and a follow-up appointment to review the results. Knowing my history of hormonal imbalance, I had a feeling we’d have plenty to talk about.
Honestly, I was looking forward to it. Hormone therapy and HRT doctors have been on my radar ever since I was diagnosed with PCOS about eight years ago. Yes, you read that right: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. I don’t experience many of the classic symptoms, but I do have multiple follicles on my ovaries, irregular periods, and very low progesterone. My bloodwork also revealed low testosterone.
After an in-depth conversation with Dr. Fleigelman about what these hormones do for my body and why they matter, I decided to officially start my hormone health and wellness journey with Amare Family Health, an HRT clinic near me in Delray Beach.
I was already well aware of my low progesterone levels, but I didn’t really understand what exactly I was lacking because of this hormone imbalance. Its role goes beyond the menstrual cycle and pregnancy.
Progesterone has a natural calming effect on the brain, promotes restful sleep, supports mood stability, and helps balance the effects of estrogen in the body. This early loss of progesterone can lead to symptoms like anxiety, irritability, insomnia, mood swings, irregular periods, and heavy or painful menstruation. (Source: Dr. Jennifer Fleigelman https://amarefamilyhealth.com/hormones)
In case you didn’t know, testosterone is not just a male hormone; it’s also important for women’s health. I didn’t know just how important it is until my appointment with Dr. Fleigelman.
While testosterone is often labeled as a “male hormone,” it plays a crucial role in women’s health too. In fact, women produce testosterone in their ovaries and adrenal glands — just in smaller amounts than men. Despite its lower levels, testosterone is essential for maintaining muscle mass, bone strength, mood stability, energy levels, and a healthy sex drive. (Source: Dr. Jennifer Fleigelman https://amarefamilyhealth.com/hormones)
I knew I’d like Dr. Fleigelman the moment I walked into the office. She has a calm, cool and collected demeanor, but she’s also very honest and direct. She sees patients at her Delray Beach office or via Telehealth, which is a nice perk for busy locals.
She’s genuinely passionate about educating and empowering her patients; she even sent me home with a book she frequently recommends, so I could learn more about hormone therapy: Normal Isn’t Optimal: The Science of Bioidentical Hormones for Optimal Health and Wellness by Neal Rouzier, MD.
Amare Family Health Center for Hormone Health and Wellness Memberships
What sets Amare Family Health apart from other hormone replacement clinics is the access you get through its concierge-style membership model. Memberships range from $249 to $349 per month and include comprehensive bloodwork, personalized treatment plan and prescriptions (things like vitamins, estradiol, progesterone, testosterone, and thyroid replacement), and unlimited office visits related to hormone care.
No insurance, no surprise bills. Just one monthly fee that covers your labs and medications. (Note that additional medications for symptom management may be extra.)
Amare Family Health hormone and wellness center also offers memberships for primary care and medical weight loss. Primary care can be added onto a hormone therapy membership for just an additional $50 per month. Couple and family discounts are available, too.
I love Amare Family Health’s philosophy that “Life is too short to live it half-full.” It’s natural for our hormone levels to decline as we age. That affects everything from mood, sleep, and energy to cardiovascular and bone health, and ultimately takes a toll on our daily well being. The goal is optimal hormone health and wellness for optimal well being.
We should take an interest in what’s going on in our bodies as we age, especially when it comes to hormonal imbalances, and do something about it. I’m taking the leap and starting my bioidentical hormone replacement therapy journey. If you’ve been looking thinking about your hormonal health and wellness too, I hope I can be an inspiration.
To start your South Florida hormones and wellness program with Amare Family Health, visit amarefamilyhealth.com to schedule an appointment in person or online.
Amare Family Health is located at 16244 South Military Trail, Suite 770, in Delray Beach. Reach the office at [email protected] or by calling (561)-266-3379. Office hours are Monday and Tuesday from 8 am to 4 pm, Wednesday from 10 am to 6 pm, and Friday from 9 am to 2 pm. Saturday and Sunday are by appointment only, and the office is closed on Thursday.
Disclosure: This is a sponsored post by Amare Family Health.
FAQs
Bio identical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) supports hormonal balance in a way that aligns closely with your body’s natural chemistry using formulations derived from natural sources such as yams and soy and compounded by reputable pharmacies to precisely match the structure of the hormones your body naturally produces. This approach differs from traditional hormone therapies derived from animal sources or synthetic compounds. (Source: https://amarefamilyhealth.com/about-us)
WorldLink Medical Academy is a globally recognized training and certification organization for healthcare providers specializing in BHRT. More information can be found at https://worldlinkmedical.com/
Yes. Amare Family Health does take individual non-member visits for specific things like cough, congestion, sore throat, or other acute health concerns. They are 30-minutes and appointments are available by request, seven days a week. Insurance can be utilized for testing or medication if needed (not included).
No, Amare Family Health does not take insurance for its memberships. For non-member visits, there is a separate appointment fee and insurance can be utilized for testing or medication if needed, as it is not included in the visit.
