Step one: measurement and conversation
Every hormone plan starts with data and a discussion. Before anything is prescribed, DC Medical establishes a baseline with comprehensive labs and a conversation about your symptoms and goals. Hormone optimization is appropriate for some people and not others, and that decision is made together with Dr. Cunningham.
Step two: a plan built to your response
There is no single “correct” dose that fits everyone. The right approach is individualized and adjusted based on how you respond — both on paper and in how you feel. That is why direct physician oversight matters so much: the plan is meant to be tuned, not set once and abandoned.
Step three: follow-up and optimization
Hormone therapy is an ongoing relationship. Expect follow-up labs and check-ins so dosing can be refined and safety monitored over time. DC Medical’s HRT program is $900 for three months and includes labs, medications, and direct MD oversight — the follow-up is built in, not billed as a surprise later.
For men and for women
Hormonal balance matters across the board. For men, that often centers on testosterone optimization and its effects on energy, drive, and body composition. For women, hormone support is tailored to a different physiology and set of goals. In both cases the principle is the same: measure, individualize, monitor.
What good hormone care is not
- Not a faceless mail-order subscription
- Not one dose set forever without rechecks
- Not a shortcut around lifestyle, sleep, and training
- Not a decision made without labs and a physician
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Frequently asked questions
Is hormone therapy only for men?
No. DC Medical offers physician-guided hormone therapy for both men and women, tailored to each person's physiology, symptoms, and goals.
How long before hormone therapy works?
Response varies by individual. Because dosing is adjusted to how you respond over follow-up visits, hormone therapy is best viewed as an ongoing program rather than a one-time fix.
What does the HRT program include?
DC Medical's HRT program is $900 for three months and includes labs, medications, and direct oversight from Dr. Cunningham.
Do I need ongoing lab work?
Yes. Follow-up labs and check-ins are part of responsible hormone care, allowing dosing to be optimized and safety monitored over time.
This article is for general education and is not medical advice or a substitute for a consultation. Programs, candidacy, and outcomes vary by individual and are determined during a physician evaluation with Dr. David Cunningham. Pricing reflects DC Medical’s current published programs and may change.