Upon completion of this module, the participants will:

• Interpret the structure of the sex hormones & their metabolism

• Review key signs & symptoms of adrenal fatigue and relevant lab testing

• Evaluate the differences between specialized compounding and manufacturing medications

• Discuss the various patient care areas that involve specialized compounding

• Recognize the hormonal changes that manifest during the aging process, including functions of estrogen, progesterone, testosterone & DHEA in the body

• Review the literature on synthetic & bio-identical hormone replacement

• Assess treatment, dosages, and side effects of BHRT

• Discuss roles of iodine in the body, and treatment of iodine deficiency

• Recognize symptoms of PMS and accompanying treatment modalities

• Review conventional & metabolic treatments for PCOS

• Recognize clinical manifestations of hypothyroidism

• Discuss treatment for hormone replacement, including compounded thyroid medications

• Investigate the importance of measuring hormonal tissue levels, in diagnosing hormonal imbalances & in monitoring bio-identical hormone replacement

• Evaluate the urine monitoring of hormone levels & metabolites, with specific algorithms for practice

• Discuss the methodology of scientific support for & the differences in, saliva, urine & blood testing of hormones