FAQs
FAQ
What About Labs?
Testosterone Therapy patients will need labs drawn on or prior to initial appointment
Weight Loss Patients:
- Labs are typically not needed prior to starting weight loss medications. If you do have recent labs, please bring a copy to your initial appointment.
- Lab results will be discussed in depth upon initial exam
- Follow up labs will be based on treatment plans and individual needs
Weight Loss Patients:
- Labs are typically not needed prior to starting weight loss medications. If you do have recent labs, please bring a copy to your initial appointment.
- Lab results will be discussed in depth upon initial exam
- Follow up labs will be based on treatment plans and individual needs
How long are appointments?
- Please allow for 1 hour for the initial evaluation. We will discuss lab results, treatment options, pros and cons of elective treatment, and care plan for moving forward
- Follow Up exams will be 30 minutes or less
- Initial follow up will be in clinic with additional follows up being offered in clinic or via telehealth
- Follow Up exams will be 30 minutes or less
- Initial follow up will be in clinic with additional follows up being offered in clinic or via telehealth
Will I need testosterone for the rest of my life?
The short answer is, yes. Testosterone replacement is an elective treatment, not considered medically necessary. (Although I disagree with that sentiment.) If you feel the benefits in your daily life from testosterone replacement, then you must continue the therapy for continued results. This can be discussed in more depth on exam.
How much does it cost?
Both Weight Loss and Hormone Replacement services are offered on a subscription service plan. The costs will be individualized based on elective treatment options chosen.
Will I start medications the day of initial exam?
No, medications will be ordered on day of exam and shipped directly to you from the pharmacy in discrete packaging. Processing and shipping times may vary based on pharmacy demands
What if I do not want to give myself a shot?
Self-administration of most medications offered at Honest Weight Loss and Hormone Replacement LLC is encouraged. However, there are options such as training a loved one to assist with injections or scheduling injections in the clinic. Injection teaching will be done at time of exam.
Where do my medications come from?
All medications ordered from this clinic come from a compounding pharmacy.
About Compounding Pharmacies
Compounding pharmacies create personalized medications tailored to an individual’s specific needs, such as dosage adjustments or alternative delivery forms (e.g., creams, capsules, or injections). These pharmacies use FDA-approved ingredients and follow strict guidelines set by state pharmacy boards and the United States Pharmacopeia (USP). While compounded medications are not FDA-approved as a final product, their components and the pharmacies themselves are regulated and routinely inspected for safety and quality. When sourced from reputable compounding pharmacies, such as Hallandale Pharmacy, these treatments have demonstrated both efficacy and safety in clinical use, especially for hormone replacement and weight management therapies.
Compounded medications offer a valuable, flexible alternative when commercially available options are not suitable or effective.
About Compounding Pharmacies
Compounding pharmacies create personalized medications tailored to an individual’s specific needs, such as dosage adjustments or alternative delivery forms (e.g., creams, capsules, or injections). These pharmacies use FDA-approved ingredients and follow strict guidelines set by state pharmacy boards and the United States Pharmacopeia (USP). While compounded medications are not FDA-approved as a final product, their components and the pharmacies themselves are regulated and routinely inspected for safety and quality. When sourced from reputable compounding pharmacies, such as Hallandale Pharmacy, these treatments have demonstrated both efficacy and safety in clinical use, especially for hormone replacement and weight management therapies.
Compounded medications offer a valuable, flexible alternative when commercially available options are not suitable or effective.
Respectful Communication & Continuity of Care Policy
Our clinic provides elective, self-pay treatments, and a professional, respectful environment is essential for safe and effective care.
We expect all clients to communicate courteously with staff at all times, whether in person, by phone, email, text message, or through any other platform. The clinic reserves the right to decline, discontinue, or pause treatment at any time if there is disrespectful behavior, inappropriate communication, harassment, boundary violations, or any concerns that impact the provider–client relationship.
Likewise, clients may choose to discontinue care at their discretion. This policy ensures that all patients—and our team—can work together in a positive, safe, and supportive environment.
We expect all clients to communicate courteously with staff at all times, whether in person, by phone, email, text message, or through any other platform. The clinic reserves the right to decline, discontinue, or pause treatment at any time if there is disrespectful behavior, inappropriate communication, harassment, boundary violations, or any concerns that impact the provider–client relationship.
Likewise, clients may choose to discontinue care at their discretion. This policy ensures that all patients—and our team—can work together in a positive, safe, and supportive environment.