NYC’s Leading Integrative Health Care Center
NYC’s Leading Integrative Health Care Center
Just as diabetes demands a deeper, root-cause approach, hormone health—particularly testosterone—also needs rethinking. At Patients Medical in New York City, we provide integrative hormone support that goes far beyond boosting testosterone levels. We look at why your body may be out of balance in the first place—and how to restore optimal function naturally.
So let’s start with a question we hear often: Is testosterone a steroid?
Yes—testosterone is technically a steroid, but not in the way many people assume.
Testosterone is a natural anabolic steroid hormone produced primarily in the testes in men and ovaries in women, with small amounts made in the adrenal glands. It belongs to a class of hormones called androgens, responsible for male traits, muscle development, libido, energy, mood, and much more.
So when people ask, “Is testosterone a steroid?”—the answer is yes, but it’s a bioidentical hormone your body naturally produces, unlike synthetic anabolic steroids abused by athletes.
Testosterone plays a role in many vital functions for both men and women:
Low or imbalanced testosterone can cause a wide range of symptoms:
Functional medicine looks at the deeper root causes of hormone dysfunction. Common drivers include:
To uncover the full picture, we offer advanced testing, including:
We create anti-inflammatory meal plans tailored to your metabolic needs. These may include:
If clinically appropriate, we offer safe, physician-guided BHRT using:
Hormone balancing for both men and women
IV infusions may include:
We prescribe evidence-based supplements like:
We support cortisol balance and recovery through:
Melatonin and circadian rhythm optimization
David, 47, came to us with:
We created a plan with:
In 3 months, his testosterone rose to 610 ng/dL, his energy returned, and he regained his focus and confidence—without synthetic steroids or side effects.
Yes, testosterone is a naturally occurring steroid hormone produced by the body.
No. Anabolic steroids used illegally in sports are often synthetic and abused. Medical testosterone therapy uses bioidentical forms under physician supervision.
Yes. Low-dose testosterone therapy can help women with fatigue, low libido, and hormone imbalances.
Not when balanced correctly. Imbalances—too low or too high—can affect mood, but optimized levels promote emotional stability.
When prescribed responsibly and monitored regularly, it is generally safe and effective.
Yes. Through stress reduction, weight loss, sleep improvement, and targeted nutrients.
Free testosterone is the active form. Total includes both bound and free.
Blood testing is essential. Symptoms may include fatigue, low libido, mood issues, or muscle loss.
We are out-of-network, but we offer superbills for reimbursement. Many labs are covered.
In some cases, yes—especially when combined with gut healing, stress reduction, and detoxification.
Patients Medical specializes in gently helping the patient identify the root cause of their medical issues and then assist them to recover from their problems to help them move forward to good health.
To schedule an in person on Tele-medicine appointment, please call our office at (212) 794-8800 or email us at info@PatientsMedical.com We look forward to hearing from you
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