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Hormone Therapy Confusion? What Women in Northern Nevada Need to Know About HRT

Hormone Therapy Confusion? What Women in Northern Nevada Need to Know About HRT

messages It’s dangerous It’s completely safe You should never take it You should start immediately It’s confusing—and often overwhelming. The Real Problem: One-Size-Fits-All Advice Most women don’t need generic advice. They need answers to questions like Is HRT appropriate for me What are the risks based on my health history What symptoms can it actually help What type and dose is right In large systems, these conversations are often Rushed Simplified Or avoided altogether Modern HRT Is More Nuanced Than You’ve Been Told Today’s approach to hormone therapy is More individualized More precise More evidence-informed It may include Estrogen therapy Progesterone balancing Testosterone support in select cases And it is tailored to Your symptoms Your medical history Your goals You Need a Guide, Not Just Information This is where experience matters. Dr. Mark Schumacher, MD brings years of OB/GYN experience in hormone therapy and women’s health. His role isn’t to push treatment—it’s to help you Understand your options Weigh risks and benefits Make an informed decision Accessible Care Across Northern Nevada Whether you’re in Reno Sparks Carson City Lake Tahoe You can access care through Telehealth visits Optional in-office evaluations Ongoing follow-up and adjustments No long waitlists. No rushed decisions. Clarity Starts Here If you’ve been unsure whether HRT is right for you the next step is a thoughtful conversation—not guesswork. Learn more about hormone therapy options https preferredfamilymedicine.com telehealth menopause hormone therapy nevada You Don’t Have to Stay Stuck With the right guidance confusion becomes clarity—and clarity leads to better outcomes.

COVID-19 and Aviation Medical Exams / Flight Physicals

COVID-19 and Aviation Medical Exams / Flight Physicals

With the recent Coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic, pilots are asking whether or not they can do a “Virtual Aviation Medical Examination”? 

The answer is no.

The FAA has made it clear, that all Aviation Medical Exams must be done in person.

The FAA will not enforce medical certification expiration through June 30, 2020. However, many pilots are telling us that their employer and/or their insurance still requires an active medical certification despite this temporary action by the FAA to not enforce expiration. 
As a Senior Aviation Medical Examiner, Dr. Christopher Highley is currently scheduling 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class, and BasicMED exams for those pilots in need of a current medical.