Menopause
Services
Menopause initial consultation with Menopause Specialist
A menopause consultation involves a full medical and symptom history to understand how menopause may be affecting your health, wellbeing and daily life. We’ll discuss your symptoms, lifestyle, medical background and treatment options, before creating a personalised plan tailored to your individual needs and goals.
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Treatment with Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT)
BHRT uses hormones that are structurally identical to those naturally produced by the body. Where appropriate, treatment can be prescribed through a specialist compounding pharmacy, allowing a more personalised approach tailored to your individual hormone needs and symptoms.
Treatment with Traditional Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
Traditional HRT can be an effective treatment for symptoms such as hot flushes, night sweats, sleep disturbance and low mood. We provide personalised treatment plans and ongoing monitoring to ensure treatment remains safe and effective.
Treatment Testosterone Therapy
Low testosterone can contribute to symptoms such as fatigue, low mood, reduced libido and brain fog. Testosterone therapy may help improve energy, wellbeing, confidence and sexual health when clinically appropriate.
Blood tests
Comprehensive blood testing can help assess hormone levels, nutritional deficiencies and overall health. Results can support treatment decisions and help identify other conditions that may be contributing to symptoms. Testing can be carried out through convenient self-testing at home, at your GP surgery, at a local clinic or via a nurse home visit where available.
Get to
know Zoe
Zoe Starmer-Hudson is an Advanced Nurse Practitioner.
After experiencing early menopause following cancer treatment for cervical cancer at just 34, Zoe joined a cervical cancer support group and soon found herself helping other women understand their symptoms and treatment effects.
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A decade later, friends and patients were still coming to her for advice — proof of how many women struggle to find clear, trustworthy menopause guidance.
That realisation inspired Zoe to become a menopause specialist, and create a safe, welcoming, evidence-based space where women can learn, share and regain confidence in their bodies.
What is Bioidentical Hormone replacement Therapy
Bioidentical hormones are compounds designed to be structurally similar to the hormones naturally produced by the body. Some are available as licensed medicines in the UK, while others may be specially prepared (compounded) following an individual prescription.
Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) is one of several treatment options that may be considered as part of menopause care. Following a thorough clinical assessment, hormone therapy may be offered to help manage symptoms associated with hormonal changes.
Treatment plans are tailored to the individual and may include different types and doses of hormones, depending on clinical need. All treatment is provided with appropriate monitoring to ensure safety and suitability.
What is the Difference Between Body Identical HRT and Compounded BHRT?
Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is commonly used to help manage menopause symptoms. Many modern hormone treatments use hormones that are structurally identical to those naturally produced by the body.
Body identical HRT usually refers to licensed hormone medications available in the UK, including patches, gels, sprays, and progesterone capsules. These treatments are regulated and commonly prescribed within NHS and private menopause care.
Compounded Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) refers to hormone treatments individually prepared by a specialist pharmacy following a personalised prescription. These treatments may be tailored to the individual’s symptoms, hormone profile, and clinical needs.
Following a thorough consultation, our menopause specialist will discuss the most appropriate treatment options for you, including potential benefits, risks, and suitability based on your medical history and symptoms.
All treatment is provided with appropriate clinical monitoring and ongoing review to ensure safety and suitability.
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