Hormone Health
Restore balance with thoughtful medical care.
A structured pathway for understanding symptoms, reviewing appropriate testing, considering treatment options, and monitoring your progress over time.
Start with understanding
Your symptoms deserve context.
Changes in energy, sleep, mood, body composition, concentration, and overall wellbeing can have many causes. The first step is a careful review rather than an assumption.
Melisse Clinic's process is designed to help determine whether hormone care is appropriate and what responsible monitoring should look like.
Now available at Melisse Clinic
Hormone pellet therapy.
A longer-acting delivery option.
A decision made with you.
Melisse Clinic now offers hormone pellets as part of its hormone health services. These small implants sit beneath the skin and gradually release medication over time, reducing the need for frequent dosing of that hormone.
Start with a consultation to discuss the available formulation, your goals, and how pellets compare with other treatment options.
Ask Melisse about hormone pellets
Reasons patients seek care
When you no longer feel like yourself.
Low or inconsistent energySleep disruptionMood changesReduced mental clarityChanges in strength or recoveryChanges in overall wellbeing
These symptoms are nonspecific and may have causes unrelated to hormones. Assessment is required.
A medically guided process
Assess. Discuss. Monitor.
01
Clinical consultation
Review symptoms, medical history, medications, goals, risks, and alternatives.
02
Appropriate testing
Complete clinician-directed testing when it is indicated for assessment and safety.
03
Shared decision
Discuss whether treatment is suitable and what benefits and limitations to expect.
04
Ongoing monitoring
Use follow-up visits and relevant testing to track response and adjust responsibly.
Hormones & pellet therapy
Clear answers.
Considered care.
Understand the options before deciding what is right for you.
What does “bioidentical” mean?
It describes hormones with the same molecular structure as hormones produced by the body. The term does not mean a treatment is risk-free or more effective. Bioidentical hormones can be found in both approved medications and custom-compounded preparations; these are not interchangeable categories.
How are hormone pellets inserted?
Pellets are placed beneath the skin through a small incision, usually around the hip or buttock, using local anaesthetic. Your clinician will explain the procedure and provide instructions for wound care, exercise, and bathing during healing.
How long do pellets last?
Pellets release hormone gradually over several months. Duration varies with the formulation, dose, and individual response. Follow-up helps determine whether further treatment is appropriate; reinsertion is not based on a guaranteed schedule.
Can the dose be changed after insertion?
Not easily. Pellets are designed to dissolve over time and are not intended for routine removal. Unlike a patch or tablet, their delivery cannot simply be stopped if side effects occur. This is an important part of choosing a delivery method.
Who might be a candidate?
A consultation with Melisse is the starting point. Your symptoms, health history, medications, relevant testing, and treatment preferences are considered together. Ask which pellet formulations the clinic offers and whether one is appropriate for your situation. A consultation does not guarantee a prescription.
What risks and side effects should I understand?
Insertion can cause bruising, bleeding, infection, or pellet extrusion. Hormone-related effects depend on the medication and dose; testosterone may cause acne, increased hair growth, or voice changes. Your clinician will discuss your personal risks and the limitations of the evidence before treatment.
Are pellets better than other hormone treatments?
They offer a less frequent dosing option, but are not proven safer or more effective than standard treatments. Depending on the hormone and your needs, alternatives may include patches, gels, tablets, or injections. For menopausal testosterone treatment, ACOG recommends preparations other than pellets because of limited safety data and difficulty stopping exposure.
When will I notice a difference, and why is follow-up needed?
Response varies, and improvement is not guaranteed. Follow-up reviews your symptoms, side effects, and relevant tests to decide whether continuing treatment is appropriate. Hormone therapy may be one part of a wider wellness plan; symptoms can also have causes unrelated to hormones.
How much does treatment cost, and is it covered?
Contact Melisse Clinic for current consultation, procedure, medication, and follow-up fees. Coverage depends on your insurer and the specific treatment. Confirm costs with the clinic and your benefits provider before proceeding.
Further reading & medical information
This is general information, not a personal treatment recommendation. Suitability, formulation, and follow-up are determined at your consultation.
Let’s begin
Feel heard. Understand your options.
Start with a consultation and a careful review of the whole picture.