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Online BHRT Clinics: What to Expect
The short answer: Quality varies significantly, but reputable ones do use real doctors and monitoring.
Legitimate Clinics That Use Licensed Physicians
Midi Health
- Board-certified menopause specialists
- Comprehensive intake and follow-up visits
- Strong reputation for evidence-based care
Alloy Health
- Partners with licensed physicians
- Requires medical history review
- Ongoing monitoring built into the model
Winona
- Licensed doctors review each case
- Includes follow-up consultations
- Focuses specifically on women's hormonal health
BodyLogicMD
- Uses practitioners with specific hormone therapy training
- Emphasizes lab work and monitoring
What Proper Monitoring Should Include
- ✅ Baseline bloodwork before starting
- ✅ Follow-up labs (typically at 3-6 months)
- ✅ Regular symptom check-ins
- ✅ Prescription through licensed pharmacy
Red Flags to Avoid
- No required lab work
- No physician consultation (just questionnaires)
- Compounded hormones with no oversight
- Pressure to buy supplements alongside prescriptions
Bottom Line
Midi and Alloy are generally considered among the more medically rigorous options. Always confirm a real licensed physician reviews your case before committing.