Plan B

[TR90125]

Just something to consider if you are a fellow HRT recipient.

Long before all the recent issues with our former forum sponsor started, I had a bit of an issue getting an order refilled. It wasn't a huge deal, but let's face it, those of us who are on HRT and dialed in feel great and the thought of somehow running out of meds with no refills in sight didn't sit well with me.

Anyway, my order was filled, but I was troubled enough to seek an additional provider, just in case plan b was needed.

I know we now have a new forum sponsor. My advice, based on what we have all recently been through, is to consider always having a plan b. My new provider put me in touch with a local physician with whom I have met face to face.

I'm just sharing what I went through merely as food for thought. However, despite the fact that I have already switched to a new provider, I am going to contact ULV to see how they compare. If I like them better, I may use them, if not, I may just put them on deck as my next plan b.

After everything that has happened, I don't plan on ever putting all my HRT eggs in one basket.

Just my .02

 

[jrj]

Just something to consider if you are a fellow HRT recipient.

Long before all the recent issues with our former forum sponsor started, I had a bit of an issue getting an order refilled. It wasn't a huge deal, but let's face it, those of us who are on HRT and dialed in feel great and the thought of somehow running out of meds with no refills in sight didn't sit well with me.

Anyway, my order was filled, but I was troubled enough to seek an additional provider, just in case plan b was needed.

I know we now have a new forum sponsor. My advice, based on what we have all recently been through, is to consider always having a plan b. My new provider put me in touch with a local physician with whom I have met face to face.

I'm just sharing what I went through merely as food for thought. However, despite the fact that I have already switched to a new provider, I am going to contact ULV to see how they compare. If I like them better, I may use them, if not, I may just put them on deck as my next plan b.

After everything that has happened, I don't plan on ever putting all my HRT eggs in one basket.

Just my .02

Can you share who your new clinic is?

 

[cashout]

Just something to consider if you are a fellow HRT recipient.

Long before all the recent issues with our former forum sponsor started, I had a bit of an issue getting an order refilled. It wasn't a huge deal, but let's face it, those of us who are on HRT and dialed in feel great and the thought of somehow running out of meds with no refills in sight didn't sit well with me.

Anyway, my order was filled, but I was troubled enough to seek an additional provider, just in case plan b was needed.

I know we now have a new forum sponsor. My advice, based on what we have all recently been through, is to consider always having a plan b. My new provider put me in touch with a local physician with whom I have met face to face.

I'm just sharing what I went through merely as food for thought. However, despite the fact that I have already switched to a new provider, I am going to contact ULV to see how they compare. If I like them better, I may use them, if not, I may just put them on deck as my next plan b.

After everything that has happened, I don't plan on ever putting all my HRT eggs in one basket.

Just my .02

Very solid logic. Always have a plan. That is one reason testing an exit strategy was important to me.

In the event that something unforeseen precipitates the need to stop HRT, it is best to have a plan to address those type of issues.

 

[cmilligan]

That great advice TR and I'm going to take it. I'm going to save cashouts exit strategy and save it as backup just in case, as well. You're definitely right that after feeling shitty and then getting dialed in the thought of going without is not a hoppy one.

 

[IZZOT]

Same here, I have a plan B but this SUCKS- try to be loyal and listened to all the BS.
OH well, I guess everyone meant well...
Try the truth next time.

 

[Dreaded Pirate Roberts]

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[EnhancedAthlete]

What about if you are located in Texas? Any suggestions for us?

 

[Hawgslayer]

X2 on TX....

 

[Clicked]

Always have a backup plan.
Always order in advance.
Always have extra available

Non-clinic:
I explained to my primary that I had been on HRT with a clinic, wase paying cash, and it was too expensive. I asked if he could write a script for 200mg a week alomg with another script for bloodwork.

Clinic:
There have been times when I used another clinic over the past few years, and have had great service. Physical and bloodwork from.the past 12 months. I have been dealing with this clinic for around four years

Just in case, I have a backups

 

[BD7]

There are a few sites out there that list HRT Docs, but I cant remember them

try this search

Let me google that for you

That link was cool!

 

[TR90125]

I realize many of you are in the process of searching for new providers. When I switched over recently, one of my main objectives was to get hooked up with a local physician so I could do face to face consults. In effect, the biggest benefit of my current HRT Provider is that they basically pre-screened local physicians on my behalf so I didn't have to go through months searching for a knowledgeable HRT doc.

I am fortunate that I live in a rather large metro area, so progressive doctors are not that hard to find.

In my humble opinion, the entire field of HRT seems to exist in a rather gray area. On one end of the spectrum you have companies providing and prescribing HRT meds at near cycle levels without face to face doctor consults and on the other end you have endo's and Uro's telling you to wipe a bunch of jelly all over yourself and be on your way.

My thought is that in the not too distant future HRT therapy may require face to face doctor consults and most of the HRT Clinics I researched online touted a large network of physicians nationwide.

Last but not least, I am married to a medical professional and she seemed to be more accepting of me injecting steroids ever 84 hours knowing I was consulting with a local phsyician than when I was simply ordering shit online from this guy that knew a doctor who was connected to some compounding pharmacy.

Just something more to consider, but if your new provider allows you to consult face to face with a local or even near local physician, you might just be that farther ahead of the curve.

For those of you that remember, one of the last posts from our former sponsor indicated they were in the process of establishing a larger network of physicians as it was seen as a necessary step to becoming a more legitimate HRT Provider.

Again, this is largely speculative, but I do think there is value in being able to consult face to face with the physician writing your scripts.

Just my .02

 

[cashout]

I realize many of you are in the process of searching for new providers. When I switched over recently, one of my main objectives was to get hooked up with a local physician so I could do face to face consults. In effect, the biggest benefit of my current HRT Provider is that they basically pre-screened local physicians on my behalf so I didn't have to go through months searching for a knowledgeable HRT doc.

I am fortunate that I live in a rather large metro area, so progressive doctors are not that hard to find.

In my humble opinion, the entire field of HRT seems to exist in a rather gray area. On one end of the spectrum you have companies providing and prescribing HRT meds at near cycle levels without face to face doctor consults and on the other end you have endo's and Uro's telling you to wipe a bunch of jelly all over yourself and be on your way.

My thought is that in the not too distant future HRT therapy may require face to face doctor consults and most of the HRT Clinics I researched online touted a large network of physicians nationwide.

Last but not least, I am married to a medical professional and she seemed to be more accepting of me injecting steroids ever 84 hours knowing I was consulting with a local phsyician than when I was simply ordering shit online from this guy that knew a doctor who was connected to some compounding pharmacy.

Just something more to consider, but if your new provider allows you to consult face to face with a local or even near local physician, you might just be that farther ahead of the curve.

For those of you that remember, one of the last posts from our former sponsor indicated they were in the process of establishing a larger network of physicians as it was seen as a necessary step to becoming a more legitimate HRT Provider.

Again, this is largely speculative, but I do think there is value in being able to consult face to face with the physician writing your scripts.

Just my .02

I want to fully endorse what is written here.

I have NO agenda or vested interest in any HRT business of any kind - period.

With that, I strongly encourage all of you considering this course of treatment to find a competent local physician to help support the process.

Perhaps this MD will not be the one writing you scripts for your substances but you at the very least need to have an MD with whom you can have regular visits for monitoring and support who knows what you are doing in the event of some unforeseen issue.

Now, you may have to discuss your condition with several different MD before you find one who is willing to work with you in this capacity. It is worth your while to do so.

I spoke to 3 different MDs in my little 70,000 person town before I found a urologist who would support me.

We worked together on my protocol and every aspect of what I did was a process of shared governance between us regarding my health and well-being.

There is a lot I know about HRT and AAS. There is very little I know about other medical and health-related conditions. Having someone in my corner with a much broader depth of knowledge was and still is invaluable.

The key to finding a competent local MD with whom to work is all about presentation. My urologist took me on as a patient because of the amount of time I spent with him detailing my medical history, current condition, and desires. I had a powerpoint presentation I showed him on my laptop in his office. In some ways it was like a sales call. More importantly, I made it perfectly clear my needs and wants and where I need help and support.

So, again, I would encourage all of you to strongly consider what TR wrote in his post. It is solid advice from someone who has been where you all are.

 

[ShadowLink]

great posts!

i personally felt that face to face visits were necessary. I went with a HRT clinic provider that set's up local face to face visits with a pre-screened doctor. I really like her and she's extremely knowledgeable in HRT and she's easy to talk to. I would feel very uncomfortable getting scripts from someone who is faceless and only talks over the phone

 

[jrj]

great posts!

i personally felt that face to face visits were necessary. I went with a HRT clinic provider that set's up local face to face visits with a pre-screened doctor. I really like her and she's extremely knowledgeable in HRT and she's easy to talk to. I would feel very uncomfortable getting scripts from someone who is faceless and only talks over the phone

Can you share with us the clinic with whom you are working?

 

[Clicked]

I want to fully endorse what is written here.

I have NO agenda or vested interest in any HRT business of any kind - period.

With that, I strongly encourage all of you considering this course of treatment to find a competent local physician to help support the process.

Perhaps this MD will not be the one writing you scripts for your substances but you at the very least need to have an MD with whom you can have regular visits for monitoring and support who knows what you are doing in the event of some unforeseen issue.

Now, you may have to discuss your condition with several different MD before you find one who is willing to work with you in this capacity. It is worth your while to do so.

I spoke to 3 different MDs in my little 70,000 person town before I found a urologist who would support me.

We worked together on my protocol and every aspect of what I did was a process of shared governance between us regarding my health and well-being.

There is a lot I know about HRT and AAS. There is very little I know about other medical and health-related conditions. Having someone in my corner with a much broader depth of knowledge was and still is invaluable.

The key to finding a competent local MD with whom to work is all about presentation. My urologist took me on as a patient because of the amount of time I spent with him detailing my medical history, current condition, and desires. I had a powerpoint presentation I showed him on my laptop in his office. In some ways it was like a sales call. More importantly, I made it perfectly clear my needs and wants and where I need help and support.

So, again, I would encourage all of you to strongly consider what TR wrote in his post. It is solid advice from someone who has been where you all are.