Personalized Telehealth Hormone Therapy for Women
Work directly with Dr. Mark Schumacher, a board-certified OB/GYN, for thoughtful menopause, perimenopause, HRT, BHRT, and women’s hormone care from the comfort of home.
Care is available throughout Nevada, including Reno, Sparks, Carson City, Las Vegas, Henderson, and surrounding communities. Eligible patients in California may also receive telehealth care.
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Mark P. Schumacher, MD
Board-Certified OB/GYN
Menopause • Perimenopause • HRT • BHRT
Looking for an HRT Specialist in Nevada?
Many women know something has changed but have difficulty finding the time, access, or individualized attention needed to sort through their symptoms. Dr. Schumacher provides relationship-based telehealth hormone care focused on listening, careful evaluation, prescription management, and ongoing follow-up.
Symptoms We Commonly Evaluate
Perimenopause and menopause do not look the same for every woman. Some experience classic hot flashes, while others first notice fatigue, brain fog, sleep problems, low libido, or changes in mood.
Why Women Choose Dr. Schumacher
Experienced, Individualized Care
Hormone therapy is not one-size-fits-all. Dr. Schumacher considers your symptoms, history, goals, preferences, and response to treatment.
Direct Physician Access
Patients communicate using secure messaging through Spruce and the Elation Patient Portal, along with scheduled video visits.
Continuity Over Time
This is ongoing physician-guided care rather than a one-time consultation or transactional prescription service.
HRT & Bioidentical Hormone Therapy in Reno and Throughout Nevada
Treatment discussions may include both conventional and bioidentical hormone therapy options when clinically appropriate.
- Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
- Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT)
- Estrogen Replacement Therapy (ERT)
- Estradiol patches, tablets, gels, or creams
- Progesterone therapy
- Vaginal estrogen therapy
- Sexual wellness treatment
- Non-hormonal menopause options
Comprehensive Care, Not Just a Prescription
A good hormone therapy plan involves more than choosing a medication. Dr. Schumacher evaluates symptoms, reviews medical history and prior testing, discusses risks and benefits, and adjusts treatment as needed.
Laboratory testing, medication availability, sexual wellness, vaginal symptoms, lifestyle considerations, and coordination with primary care may all be part of the treatment plan.
Simple, Transparent Pricing
PFM Member Add-On
Available to current Preferred Family Medicine members and billed in addition to the regular primary care membership.
- Unlimited scheduled virtual consultations
- Secure direct messaging
- Personalized hormone treatment planning
- Ongoing medication and treatment adjustments
- Access to discounted labs and selected medications
Non-PFM Patients
You do not need to join Preferred Family Medicine for primary care to participate in Dr. Schumacher’s hormone and women’s health program.
- Unlimited scheduled virtual consultations
- Secure direct messaging
- Personalized treatment planning
- Ongoing treatment adjustments
- Access to discounted PFM resources when available
Labs, medications, imaging, supplements, pathology, outside referrals, and services not specifically included in the membership are billed separately.
Affordable Labs & Hormone Medications
Patients in Northern Nevada may have blood drawn at Preferred Family Medicine in Reno and can take advantage of discounted self-pay laboratory pricing. Selected hormone medications may also be available through our in-house pharmacy.
| Example Lab | Self-Pay Price |
|---|---|
| Estradiol, Progesterone & Testosterone Panel | $44 |
| Expanded Hormone Panel | $114 |
| Example Medication | Current Example Price |
|---|---|
| Estradiol 10 mcg vaginal tablets #8 | $32 |
| Estradiol 0.05 mg/24 hr patch #4 | $32 |
| Estradiol 0.5 mg tablets #100 | $9 |
| Estradiol 0.01% cream 42.5 gm | $20 |
| Progesterone 100 mg capsules #100 | $20 |
Medication availability and pricing can change. Contact Preferred Family Medicine for current pricing and availability.
What Patients Say About Dr. Schumacher
“Dr. Schumacher is wonderful, kind, thorough, and very personable. Easy to talk to about anything.”
Michelle B.“He takes his time and explains everything, making sure I understand. I wish there were more doctors like him.”
Tomarra M.“Always very thorough and explains everything. I never leave a consult feeling like I’ve missed anything.”
Terri S.Based on prior patient feedback from telehealth care.
How Telehealth Hormone Therapy Works
Enroll
Complete your enrollment and health intake information.
Meet Virtually
Discuss symptoms, history, goals, and treatment options with Dr. Schumacher.
Build Your Plan
Your plan may include medications, labs, lifestyle recommendations, or other therapies.
Stay Connected
Continue care through video follow-ups and secure direct messaging.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can hormone replacement therapy be prescribed through telehealth?
In many cases, yes. Dr. Schumacher reviews your symptoms, medical history, medications, prior testing, and treatment goals before determining whether hormone therapy may be appropriate.
Is Dr. Schumacher an HRT specialist in Nevada?
Dr. Schumacher is a board-certified OB/GYN with decades of women’s health experience who provides personalized menopause, perimenopause, and hormone therapy care through telehealth.
Does Dr. Schumacher prescribe bioidentical hormones?
Bioidentical hormone therapy may be discussed when clinically appropriate. Treatment may include FDA-approved bioidentical hormone medications as well as compounded preparations when there is a specific clinical need.
Can telehealth help with hot flashes, brain fog, fatigue, and low libido?
Yes. These are common concerns during perimenopause and menopause. Because symptoms can have multiple causes, Dr. Schumacher evaluates the broader clinical picture before recommending treatment.
Is telehealth menopause care available throughout Nevada?
Yes. Eligible patients may receive care throughout Nevada, including Reno, Sparks, Carson City, Las Vegas, Henderson, and surrounding communities.
Do I need to be a Preferred Family Medicine member?
No. The program is available to PFM members and non-members. Current PFM members may add Dr. Schumacher’s services to their existing primary care membership.
Do I need lab testing before starting HRT?
Not necessarily. Laboratory testing depends on your symptoms, medical history, prior evaluation, and treatment goals.
Can this program help with vaginal dryness and sexual wellness?
Yes. Vaginal dryness, discomfort with intimacy, urinary symptoms, and changes in libido are common concerns during menopause. Treatment options may include vaginal estrogen or other therapies when appropriate.
Ready to Talk With an Experienced Women’s Health Physician?
Request information about telehealth menopause, HRT, BHRT, and personalized hormone therapy with Dr. Mark Schumacher.
Request EnrollmentQuestions? Call or text 775-204-0150