Bioidentical Hormones

Restore Your Hormonal Balance with Bioidentical Hormone Therapy.

We pride ourselves on our ability to get your hormones right and change your life for the better. We will prescribe only bioidentical hormones produced to exacting standards in qualified compounding pharmacies. These products mirror the hormones naturally produced by the body. 

Men and women of all ages can experience hormonal changes throughout their lives and bioidentical hormones can provide relief.

BHRT (Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy) treats hormone deficiencies or imbalances using only molecules that are identical to the hormones found in the human body.

Hormonal changes can occur due to age, such as with perimenopause, menopause, and andropause. However, many other factors can influence balance, including diet, lifestyle, pregnancy, illness, stress, and even some medications.

Hormones are chemical messengers that affect just about every physiological process in the human body. They also work synergistically with each other. Many times, if one hormone level is disrupted, others may be as well. 

Restoring hormonal balance has many positive health benefits besides providing relief from symptoms. We offer extensive laboratory testing to specifically identify which hormones might need regulating as well as other factors that may affect your hormone balance. This testing also looks at other health markers, which provide a whole-body picture so that optimal hormone balance can be achieved.

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What is Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy?

Bioidentical hormones are typically plant-derived substances that are an exact replica of hormones produced in the body. In essence, they have identical chemical structures.

Although both are created in labs, the difference between bioidentical hormones and synthetic hormones is that synthetic ones are not identical to the hormones created in your body. BHRT uses these natural hormones to restore levels and optimize health and wellness.

While the average life expectancy has significantly increased, hormones still begin to decline as we age. This can cause someone to live for many years with suboptimal hormone levels.

BHRT Can Help with Many Symptoms and Conditions:

Weight Control

A myriad of hormones can be the culprits that lead to weight loss difficulties and resistance. Overall body composition is greatly dependent on having balanced hormones, a healthy digestive tract, a balanced diet, and an awareness of food sensitivities.

Fatigue & Energy Loss

Aging can change hormone levels, contributing to feelings of fatigue and low energy. A number of different factors can cause this, such as diet and stress. However, we can correct persistent symptoms through lab testing and balancing the various bioidentical hormones that stabilize the body’s endocrine system.

Lost Libido

A combination of factors can cause a loss of sex drive. Proper testing is needed to determine optimal strategies to help anyone experiencing a lost or low libido. We can develop a thorough treatment program to help individuals dramatically improve their sex lives.

Sleeplessness

One of the most frustrating problems that people experience as they get older is the inability to sleep. Other life factors can affect sleep quality and quantity, but bioidentical hormones offer an effective approach to drastically improving sleep.

Memory Loss & Concentration

Tired of losing your car keys? Do you walk into a room and forget why you went there? Loss of mental acuity does not have to be a daily byproduct of aging. Optimal hormonal balance can dramatically improve your ability to concentrate, remember, and be more productive and effective in your daily activities.

Skin Tone & Appearance

Our skin often reflects the state of our general health. Imbalanced hormones, nutritional deficiencies, lack of sleep, and lifestyle can lead to premature aging, which shows up in our skin. It can become thinner, more wrinkly, and saggy. BHRT can help restore skin problems and provide a more youthful appearance.

Hair Loss

This is especially impactful to women whose self-esteem can be drastically affected if they lose their hair or have bald spots. Often, this results from hormone and nutritional deficiencies and can be easily corrected with bioidentical hormones. 

“I struggled for months with symptoms of menopause (hot flashes, brain fog, weird pangs in my gut, stubborn weight gain, feeling sick all the time, difficulty getting out of bed, low energy) and I was completely fed up with traditional medicine. Nothing I was doing was helping me. So, I decided to reach out to Forum Health Las Colinas as a last ditch effort to get my symptoms under control. Without a doubt, it was the smartest decision I made!

“My provider dove deep into my blood panel to uncover the deficiencies I had and then presented me with a plan to fix them. AND IT WORKED! She helped me balance my hormones, create a list of high-grade supplements curtailed to my specific needs, and guided me on nutrition and exercise. I followed the plan and within 3 months my a1c is down from 5.7 to 5.1! In fact, all my numbers that were too high in my original blood panel are now back in a normal range.

“I feel fantastic…my energy is back, my brain is thinking clearly and the weight is starting to come off! Thank you! I am so grateful for your knowledge and expertise. If you’re at wits end with menopause symptoms, do yourself a favor and call Form Health Las Colinas!” – Jennifer

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Hormone Imbalances

Imbalanced hormone levels rarely happen suddenly. They are often the result of cumulative effects of physiological and mental stressors that compromise overall health and the endocrine system. However, even for those people who are in the best of health, hormonal levels will decline as part of the aging process.

Bioidentical hormones, along with a healthy diet, exercise, and good sleep habits, can greatly assist the body in returning to a more healthful state.

Other symptoms of hormonal imbalance include:

• Loss of muscle mass/increased fat
• Irregular periods and/or infertility
• Hot flashes and night sweats
• Headaches/Migraines
• Anxiety and/or depression
• Irritability
• Acne
• Hair growth in unwanted areas, such as on the face
• Muscle and joint pain
• Painful sex
• Vaginal dryness
• Erectile dysfunction
• Abnormal cholesterol levels
• Insulin resistance
• Osteoporosis/loss of bone mass
• Decreased ability to handle stress
• Loss of vitality

For more information on hormonal issues that are more women-specific, click here. 

Bioidentical Hormones and Anti-Aging Services

The process of aging causes all individuals, regardless of sex, to experience varied and unique symptoms as their hormone levels change over time.

Perimenopause (the transition from childbearing years to menopause) and menopause usually occur gradually. However, if a woman undergoes a hysterectomy at any age, symptoms can come on suddenly.

Even if the ovaries are not removed, their function can still decrease because removal of the fallopian tubes can disrupt their blood supply. If the ovaries are removed as well, menopausal symptoms can be much more severe.

Men experience hormonal changes as they age too. It’s called Andropause, which can cause some of the same general symptoms as with women, such as foggy thinking, decreased sex drive, and decreased muscle mass.

Testosterone levels will gradually drop so that by the time a man is 50, he will have about half of the levels that he did in his twenties.

Diet, lifestyle, sleep, and stress can also affect hormones, which is why it’s important to check all levels. Balancing hormones can not only ease symptoms but can help prevent and/or better manage chronic diseases or conditions.

Comprehensive Testing and Treatment

The proper way to address hormonal imbalances is through an integrative, personalized, comprehensive, and regularly monitored program that includes bioidentical hormone replacement.

Our program incorporates:

• Scientific-based laboratory testing
• Provider consultation
• Comprehensive health assessment
• Nutritional education
• Medically proven supplements as needed
• Bioidentical hormones prescribed based on your individual needs

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Meet Our Providers

Dr. Kyler Elwell

Dr. Kyler Elwell-Silver is a board-certified physician passionate about medicine and deeply committed to patient care. After years of practicing conventional medicine in a successful career as an obstetrician-gynecologist, Dr. Elwell reached a point where she felt the need to explore a different approach and decided to transition to functional medicine. The increasing number of inquiries about functional medicine and the desire to provide comprehensive care beyond the limitations of 15-minute appointments prompted her to do some soul-searching and make a change.

Dr. Elwell found that patients wanted to understand the reasons behind their illnesses and desired solutions beyond symptom management. They sought answers to the “why” behind their health issues and longed for sustainable solutions. Inspired by this desire for comprehensive care, she embarked on a new path in functional medicine, eager to provide patients with the in-depth understanding and personalized treatment plans they desired.

Dr. Elwell completed her undergraduate and master’s degrees at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, before pursuing her medical degree at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston. She then completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at UT Southwestern, solidifying her foundation in women’s health. Dr. Elwell most recently became board certified in obesity medicine, further enhancing her ability to address the complex relationship between hormones, metabolism, and overall health.

Beyond her medical expertise, Dr. Elwell’s genuine care for her patients sets her apart. She values building strong relationships and being a trusted partner in her patients’ healthcare journeys. Patient care played a significant role in Dr. Elwell’s decision to focus on functional medicine. She realized that her favorite part of being a physician was the deep connections she formed with her patients. Recognizing the need for a more personalized and in-depth approach to patient care, she decided to delve into the field.

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Physician Assistant Jennifer Mata

Jennifer Mata is a highly dedicated and compassionate Physician Assistant at Forum Health. She specializes in holistic and preventative care and has extensive skills and experience in Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy, Sleep Care Management, Weight Loss Management, and Primary Care.

With a philosophy centered on natural approaches and patient education, Jennifer creates an open dialogue with her patients to ensure they are active participants in their health journey.

Her professional journey includes significant roles at various healthcare institutions and Medical Centers.

Jennifer’s commitment to her patients is deeply personal. She was a patient here for over a year, looking for answers to some of her health issues. “I started realizing quickly that what I was promoting with my weight management patients and hormone patients was what she was advocating,” Jennifer says. “I was doing something similar. That prompted me to want to learn more.” This journey led her to pursue a career in functional medicine here at Forum Health. 

Jennifer’s approach begins with really listening to her patients to gain an understanding of what they have been experiencing and forming a partnership with every patient. She believes in setting realistic goals and expectations, understanding that each patient’s needs are unique. As she says, “I’m your advocate, your cheerleader, and we’ll work together to make you feel better overall.” 

Jennifer is a lifelong learner, constantly updating her knowledge to better serve her patients. She values the importance of education and strives to instill a sense of empowerment in her patients, helping them to achieve optimal health through informed and proactive care. With her extensive experience, holistic approach, and genuine passion for patient care, Jennifer Mata, PA-C, is a trusted partner in your healthcare journey. 

Nurse Practitioner Debbie Bluestein 

Debbie is passionate about helping people feel their best and achieve optimal health. She works with both women and men using Bioidentical Hormones and specializes in preventing illness and disease.

Debbie believes in using a very individualized approach to achieve optimal hormone balance for each patient. She also always listens closely to her patients and involves them in decision-making regarding the plan for their bodies and health. Debbie also collaborates with the practice in planning out a comprehensive program for clients. 

She has been a Nurse Practitioner since 1998 and has had opportunities for extensive study and training in Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy and optimization. She uses a functional medicine approach to anti-aging, using hormones, diet, exercise, nutraceuticals, and supplements.

Debbie worked in Family Practice during the early part of her career. She has been working with Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy since 2011.

Physician Assistant Kam Neal

Growing up in Colorado, she remembers being fascinated with investigating how things worked.  Kam attended Southern Nazarene University in Bethany, Oklahoma, where she received a bachelor of science in biology. She also completed the physician associate program and earned a master’s degree in health services from the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center.

She is a certified Physician Assistant and licensed by the Texas Medical Board.

Previously, in the traditional medical model, Kam felt frustrated working in a high-volume practice with barely enough time to refill medications and then not seeing her patients feel any better. In addition, her own experience with hormone imbalances after having children and being told “everything is normal” fueled those feelings. This led her to functional medicine and an optimal wellness model.

Kam’s desire to treat the whole patient and not just the symptoms, along with her passion for teaching, is evident: She loves working with each patient to find the root cause of their illness while teaching them about their health, so they feel informed and empowered.

Insurance Coverage 

In order to delve more deeply and locate the underlying causes of conditions and provide optimal treatment, we find we need much more time with our patients and more treatment options than insurance companies will work with, for instance. Thus we are out of network for insurance.

However, if you have a PPO type of insurance plan, it is possible that your insurance will reimburse you for some or all of your office visit costs. Minimally, the costs should be able to go toward your deductible.

You will pay for the appointments at the time of service, and we can provide you with the papers to file for reimbursement with your insurance provider.

If you are on an HMO plan, your insurance will most likely not cover any of the costs of your office visits but may cover all or a majority of your lab work.

Regarding the comprehensive lab work that will be required, many insurance plans will cover your labs. However, we recommend you check with your insurance company to make sure. Some plans have changed how they pay for lab work and may require you to meet your deductible before your insurance pays anything. This could mean a significant increase in your cost of lab work.

In order to better serve our patients, we can offer you a significant discount through Quest Diagnostics or LabCorp for self-pay. We can also help you arrange to have a blood draw done at your home for a nominal fee.

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