I just got back from visiting a local Dr. (Ft Lauderdale) that was recommended by a poster on this site. First the good newshe is totally down with TRT, as well GH therapy. He was knowledgeable on most standard TRT \GH protocols. Nice office, and very personable. He also had a good working knowledge of thyroid issues. He also had an interesting protocol of also throwing in GH to the TRT (obviously cost related).
The bad news. He doesnt get involved in Insurance, so it is totally out of pocket. He also does not test for estradiol, nor even mentioned it once. He did not seem interested to consult with Swale. He said he does dosages of T shots for men over 200 lbs in the 300-400 mg range a week, coupled with hCG. This is not in line with Swales protocol obviously, and seems way too high (he looked kinda bloated himself as he stated it is his protocol he uses). I would think he would, by his demeanor, consider testing and watching for the E2 factor, but just very alarms me he did not have Estradiol as an initial lab or in any follow up labs, nor discussed it much when I mentioned it (How do you handle the side effects of TRT like too high Estrogen?not a problem usually--how to know unless you test for it!!!). Swale is all over the E2 factor. And Swale (I dont think, anyways) would recommend such high dosages of weekly T shots...(Swale?)
Over all I was disappointed in the consult, as I think he liked to hear himself talk, rather than actually listen as I asked him (with respect of coarse) questions, explained my situation. He left the office on a emergency phone call, and did not return (sent in his office person to go over cost of serviceleft me hanging with quite a few more questions that I had to ask assistant to ask him and get back to me on --- just a very frustrating thing to go through when I drove an hour to see him).
What is with doctors that they forget the importance of listening to patients!!!!!!! URRGHH!!! He then wants me to dole out serious cash after a very limited consult??
And this is a specialist in the area of TRT!!! If this had been an Endo I guess I would have been way more impressed given their pathetic record, but an out of the pocket anti aging specialist??! I think hes used to the more luxurious accounts, where money isnt an issue, and the patient doesnt have a clue. He definitely didnt seem ready for a more involved interview.
He would be worth visiting if you done your homework, and have the money to spend. You obviously would need to cut the dosages down, and make it known you want to keep the E factor in view (as well as other labs he didnt seem concerned with that Swale is concerned with). But with what I've minimally learned over the months, if someone is already off (dosaging\ E factor, cost) why bother?
I will have to continue to look for someone that will consult with Swale. in the ft. Lauderdale area. (failed in 2 attempts so far, another 2 awaiting)
If anyone is interested in this TRT dr., PM me. (Ft. Lauderdale area)
The bad news. He doesnt get involved in Insurance, so it is totally out of pocket. He also does not test for estradiol, nor even mentioned it once. He did not seem interested to consult with Swale. He said he does dosages of T shots for men over 200 lbs in the 300-400 mg range a week, coupled with hCG. This is not in line with Swales protocol obviously, and seems way too high (he looked kinda bloated himself as he stated it is his protocol he uses). I would think he would, by his demeanor, consider testing and watching for the E2 factor, but just very alarms me he did not have Estradiol as an initial lab or in any follow up labs, nor discussed it much when I mentioned it (How do you handle the side effects of TRT like too high Estrogen?not a problem usually--how to know unless you test for it!!!). Swale is all over the E2 factor. And Swale (I dont think, anyways) would recommend such high dosages of weekly T shots...(Swale?)
Over all I was disappointed in the consult, as I think he liked to hear himself talk, rather than actually listen as I asked him (with respect of coarse) questions, explained my situation. He left the office on a emergency phone call, and did not return (sent in his office person to go over cost of serviceleft me hanging with quite a few more questions that I had to ask assistant to ask him and get back to me on --- just a very frustrating thing to go through when I drove an hour to see him).
What is with doctors that they forget the importance of listening to patients!!!!!!! URRGHH!!! He then wants me to dole out serious cash after a very limited consult??
And this is a specialist in the area of TRT!!! If this had been an Endo I guess I would have been way more impressed given their pathetic record, but an out of the pocket anti aging specialist??! I think hes used to the more luxurious accounts, where money isnt an issue, and the patient doesnt have a clue. He definitely didnt seem ready for a more involved interview.
He would be worth visiting if you done your homework, and have the money to spend. You obviously would need to cut the dosages down, and make it known you want to keep the E factor in view (as well as other labs he didnt seem concerned with that Swale is concerned with). But with what I've minimally learned over the months, if someone is already off (dosaging\ E factor, cost) why bother?
I will have to continue to look for someone that will consult with Swale. in the ft. Lauderdale area. (failed in 2 attempts so far, another 2 awaiting)
If anyone is interested in this TRT dr., PM me. (Ft. Lauderdale area)
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