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10/16/2026

What happens after your first perimenopause and menopause consultation?

You get a plan, and then you fine-tune it. Dr. Alan McCool reviews your symptoms and history, discusses your options, and may begin treatment the same day.

Because every woman responds differently, follow-up visits help adjust the dose or treatment as needed until you find what works for you.

Learn more about perimenopause and menopause care at https://www.iconahealth.com/menopause.

10/09/2026

Are normal lab results the end of the conversation? Not necessarily.

Perimenopause and menopause care looks beyond a lab number. Dr. Alan McCool takes time to listen, understand your symptoms, review your history, and use lab work as one piece of the bigger picture.

Because the goal is to treat the patient and their symptoms, not just a lab result.

Learn more about perimenopause and menopause care at https://www.iconahealth.com/menopause.

10/05/2026

“Bioidentical” is a term you hear often in hormone therapy — but it doesn’t mean compounded, and it doesn’t automatically mean safer or more natural.

Many FDA-approved hormone therapies, including estradiol patches and gels and micronized progesterone, are bioidentical too.

Compounded hormones can have an important role when a commercially available option doesn’t meet a patient’s needs. Testosterone therapy for women is one example, since there is currently no FDA-approved testosterone product specifically formulated for women in the U.S.

The goal isn’t to choose a treatment because of a marketing term. It’s to choose the right hormone, dose and delivery method for the individual patient.

Have questions about hormone therapy? Start with a consultation at ICONA Health.

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10/02/2026

Do you need to know exactly what’s wrong before making a perimenopause and menopause appointment?

No. You don’t have to walk in with all the answers. If you know something just doesn’t feel right, that’s enough to start the conversation. Dr. Alan McCool takes a deep dive into your symptoms and history to help uncover what may be going on and determine what treatment options may be right for you.

Learn more about perimenopause and menopause care at https://www.iconahealth.com/menopause.

09/28/2026

09/25/2026

What hormone therapy options are available?

More than you may think. Hormone therapy can include estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, and in some cases, thyroid support. Bioidentical hormones are also an option and are designed to mimic hormones naturally produced by the body. The right approach depends on your individual needs.

Talk to us to explore your options: https://www.iconahealth.com/women

09/18/2026

Why does lifestyle matter when choosing hormone therapy?

Because even the right treatment may not work if it does not fit your daily routine. At Icona Health, patients play an active role in choosing their treatment. We listen, educate you on your options, and work together to find what fits your body and your lifestyle.

Ready to explore your options? Talk to us today: https://www.iconahealth.com/women

09/11/2026

Not sure where to start with hormone therapy?

You don’t have to have all the answers. At Icona Health, we start by listening to your history, symptoms, and concerns, then focus on the symptoms impacting you most.

Ready to explore your options? Learn more here: https://www.iconahealth.com/women

09/04/2026

What form of hormone replacement therapy is right for you?

It depends on more than preference. Oral, transdermal, injectable, and pellet options all work differently, and the best fit often comes down to your lifestyle and what you can consistently maintain.

The right provider can help you understand your options and choose a treatment plan that fits your life.

Learn more today: https://www.iconahealth.com/women

08/28/2026

Is hormone therapy really as risky as you’ve heard?

Research has come a long way since the 2002 Women’s Health Initiative study that sparked widespread fear. Today, newer research is helping experts better understand the benefits and risks of hormone therapy, with studies exploring its impact on bone health, cardiovascular health, memory, and menopause symptoms.

Talk with a qualified provider who can help you understand the latest research and determine what is right for you. Contact us: https://www.iconahealth.com/women