The FDA Ends 20 Years of Hormone Therapy Misinformation — What It Means for Women in Michigan, Florida, and Beyond
At RegenCen, a trusted menopause and hormone center with locations throughout Michigan and Florida, we specialize in helping women navigate perimenopause, menopause, and post menopause with clarity and confidence. Our hormone clinics support women seeking relief from hot flashes, night sweats, poor sleep, fatigue, brain fog, weight gain, mood changes, low libido, and other common menopause symptoms that often go unaddressed in traditional care.
With multiple clinics across Michigan and Florida, RegenCen provides accessible, in person menopause and hormone care for women who want real answers, evidence based treatment, and personalized support. Women choose RegenCen when they are tired of being told their symptoms are normal, labs are fine, or that they simply need to accept aging.
Hormone therapy at RegenCen is grounded in science and delivered with precision. Founded and led by Gustav Lo, MD after more than 30 years in primary care medicine, RegenCen integrates advanced laboratory testing, bioidentical hormone therapy, and regenerative medicine to help women feel better now while protecting long term health. Treatment plans are fully individualized and may include bioidentical hormone pellets for consistent, steady support or topical and oral hormone therapies to fine tune care through each stage of hormonal transition.
Across all RegenCen locations in Michigan and Florida, patients are treated by in person Menopause Certified Providers and hormone experts who focus exclusively on hormone optimization and women’s midlife health. Every provider completes RegenCen’s rigorous internal training program, including a hands on clinical bootcamp and weekly physician led grand rounds with Dr. Lo. This ensures that care is consistent, current, and aligned with the most up to date hormone research and menopause treatment standards in every community we serve.
Hear From Dr. Gustav Lo on the FDA’s Major Hormone Therapy Update
The FDA Finally Sets the Record Straight on HRT
After more than two decades of confusion surrounding hormone replacement therapy, the FDA has formally corrected the record. On November 10, the agency published a landmark editorial in The Wall Street Journal announcing the removal of the long standing black box warning from menopause hormone therapy products. This warning originated from a flawed 2002 study and contributed to widespread fear and misinformation for more than 20 years.
“Over the past two decades, tens of millions of women have been denied, not offered, or avoided hormone replacement therapy because of a medical dogma that it would increase their risk of dying of breast cancer. Clinical trials, however, don’t support that association.”
— Dr. Marty Makary, WSJ, November 2025
This announcement represents a pivotal shift in women’s health policy. The FDA now acknowledges that the perceived breast cancer risk associated with properly prescribed menopause hormone therapy was not supported by high quality clinical evidence.
HRT: Backed by Science, Proven to Help Women Thrive
Dr. Makary emphasized that starting hormone replacement therapy within 10 years of menopause provides meaningful long term health benefits. These are benefits women seeking menopause relief across Michigan and Florida have experienced for years under expert guided care at RegenCen:
- 50 percent reduction in risk of fatal cardiovascular events
- Up to 60 percent fewer osteoporotic fractures
- Lower risk of Alzheimer’s disease and cognitive decline
- No increase in breast cancer mortality
For women in Michigan or Florida who want to take a proactive approach to aging, bone health, brain health, and cardiovascular protection, this FDA update reinforces what modern menopause medicine has long supported.
Already on HRT? Your Decision Is Now Backed by the FDA
If you are already receiving bioidentical hormone therapy through a RegenCen menopause and hormone clinic in Michigan or Florida, your decision is now validated at the highest regulatory level. Many women had to advocate for themselves, question outdated guidance, or seek second opinions to access hormone therapy. That choice is now supported by both clinical evidence and FDA acknowledgment.
If you delayed hormone therapy because of fear, stigma, or conflicting advice, this update offers reassurance and an opportunity to revisit your options with confidence.
Why Women Trust RegenCen Menopause and Hormone Clinics in Michigan and Florida
Menopause care requires specialized training and experience. RegenCen hormone and menopause clinics offer a focused, expert driven approach:
- In person Menopause Certified Providers and hormone experts across Michigan and Florida who stay current on hormone research and regenerative medicine
- Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy options including hormone pellets and topical creams or gels
- Perimenopause treatment with testosterone replacement and hormone balancing for symptoms like weight gain, poor sleep, brain fog, and night sweats
- Menopause treatment for hot flashes, fatigue, urinary changes, hair thinning, and emotional symptoms
- Post menopause hormone replacement to address estrogen deficiency symptoms such as vaginal dryness, recurrent UTIs, fatigue, hot flashes, and weight gain
- Long term prevention focused care addressing osteoporosis, cardiovascular disease, cognitive decline, and stroke risk
Patients travel throughout Michigan and Florida to receive care at RegenCen because our menopause and hormone experts value continuity, collaborate with primary care and concierge physicians, and integrate supportive therapies such as vaginal rejuvenation, medical weight loss programs, and NAD+ therapy. Our mission is to serve as a trusted medical home for optimal aging.
What RegenCen HRT Patients Are Saying
“I sincerely appreciate the time Dr. Lo spends with me helping me to understand my HRT. At 61, I have never felt better and am grateful to be living ‘out of the fog’ with increased energy, a more active metabolism and increased sex drive!”
— Deanne J., 61 | RegenCen Petoskey Patient
Take the Next Step Toward Feeling Like Yourself Again
If you are already on hormone therapy, your decision is now validated. If you have been hesitant, there has never been a better time to begin.
📅 Schedule your hormone testing and consultation today
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With locations throughout Michigan and Florida, RegenCen welcomes patients from across both states. Patients may be seen at any RegenCen location.
Frequently Asked Questions about HRT
Is hormone therapy safe for women over 50?
Yes. When started within 10 years of menopause and prescribed appropriately, hormone therapy is safe and offers long term health benefits. The FDA now affirms this.
Where can I get bioidentical hormone therapy in Michigan or Florida?
RegenCen provides individualized bioidentical hormone therapy at multiple locations across Michigan and Florida, including hormone pellets and topical options.
How soon can I feel results from hormone therapy?
Many patients experience improvements in sleep, mood, and energy within weeks. Long term benefits such as bone and heart protection develop over time.
Do patients travel for care at RegenCen?
Yes. Patients commonly travel one to two hours or more and may be seen at any RegenCen location in Michigan or Florida.
How do I know if I need hormone replacement?
Hormone testing is the first step. RegenCen focuses on optimal hormone levels, not just age based lab ranges.
How do I start hormone replacement therapy?
Begin with a hormone consultation. Labs are drawn on site, including estrogen, testosterone, and thyroid markers. Results are reviewed in detail and a personalized plan is created. Follow up labs are typically completed within four to six weeks, with ongoing quarterly care.
Serving Michigan and Florida
RegenCen menopause and hormone clinics serve women throughout Michigan and Florida with a unified medical philosophy and consistent standards of care across all locations.
