BHRT Symposium 2026

The Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) Symposium 2026

Join the nation's leading Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) training and gain practical, evidence-based strategies for improving patient quality of life, optimizing hormone health, and addressing the root causes of age-related hormone decline.

Why Hormones Matter: The Link Between Hormone Decline and Chronic Disease

Graph - prevalence of chronic disease with age

Arthritis
Heart Disease
Cancer
Diabetes
Sinusitis
Asthma
Kidney Disease

Pharmaceuticals, sadly, are often the first-line therapy for many to address these symptoms and markers of disease. With systematic restoration for bio-identical hormone replacement therapy, clinicians an prevent this downward spiral. Restoring natural sex hormone cycles, observing a healthy diet, utilizing therapeutic supplements and exercising can support a more optimal functioning of all the body systems.

Who Should Attend
the BHRT Symposium

The BHRT Symposium is designed for healthcare professionals seeking evidence-based training in bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, hormone optimization, and age-related endocrine health.

Ideal for:

Physicians (MD/DO)
Nurse Practitioners
Physician Assistants
Functional & Integrative Medicine Practitioners
OB-GYN Providers
Women's Health Specialists
Healthcare Professionals Interested in Hormone Therapy

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Why Hormones Matter:
The Link Between Hormone Decline and Chronic Disease

Master the science and practical application of Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) to confidently evaluate, prescribe, and manage hormone optimization protocols for women and men.
Learn how personalized BHRT treatment plans can improve symptom relief, support healthy aging, and enhance long-term patient wellness and quality of life.
Understand the safety, efficacy, and clinical considerations of BHRT while developing evidence-based strategies to minimize risk and optimize patient outcomes.

Key Topics in Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy

What You’ll Learn

Individualized Treatment Plans: Tailoring BHRT protocols to each patient’s unique needs.

Symptom Relief & Restoration: How to improve patient quality of life by returning hormones to optimal levels.

Safety and Efficacy: Science-based guidance on minimizing side effects and complications.

Clinical Application: Real-world strategies and case studies for integrating hormone health into diverse practices.

Combatting Aging’s Impact: Addressing root causes of chronic disease as hormones decline and environmental exposures increase.

Faculty

Terri DeNeui,
DNP, APRN, ACNP-BC

Marla Feingold,
MS, CNS, CKNS, LDN

Lylen Ferris,
ND

Dian Ginsberg,
MD, FACOG

Carrie Jones,
ND, FABND, MPH, MSCP

James LaValle,
RPh, CCN, MT

Angela Mazza,
DO, ABAARM, FAMMFM, ECNU

Erika Schwartz,
MD

Tara Scott,
MD

Jaclyn Smeaton,
ND

Sahar Swidan,
PharmD, BCPS, ABAAHP, FAARM

Cynthia Thurlow,
NP

David Zava,
PhD

Schedule

7:30 am

Why Hormones Matter: The Role of Hormones in Aging and Chronic Disease

Describe the role of key hormones in aging and overall healthspan.
Recognize how hormonal decline contributes to common chronic disease patterns.
Identify ways BHRT can be integrated into a longevity-focused practice.

Erika Schwartz, MD

8:15 am

Hormone Physiology 101: Understanding Estrogen, Progesterone, Testosterone and DHEA

Review core physiology and feedback loops for major sex hormones.
Correlate common symptoms with underlying hormonal imbalances.
Establish a physiologic framework for BHRT decision-making.

Dian Ginsberg, MD, FACOG

9:30 am

The Cardiovascular Case for Treating the Gut Alongside BHRT

Cynthia Thurlow, NP

10:00 am

Break

10:30 am

Introduction to BHRT: Safety, Efficacy & Common Myths

Differentiate BHRT from conventional synthetic hormone therapy.
Summarize key safety and efficacy data relevant to BHRT discussions.
Dispel common myths to support evidence-based patient counseling.

Sahar Swidan, PharmD, BCPS, ABAAHP, FAARM

11:30 am

How to Test: Lab Interpretation Basics for BHRT

Select appropriate lab modalities (serum, saliva, urine) for baseline assessment.
Interpret basic hormone lab results in the context of patient symptoms.
Outline a simple testing algorithm for new BHRT patients.

Tara Scott, MD, ABAARM, FAARFM

12:30 pm

Lunch

1:30 pm

Dosing 101: How to Choose and Start Hormone Regimens

Choose initial BHRT doses and delivery methods based on patient profile.
Apply “start low, go slow” principles to minimize risk and side effects.
Integrate labs and symptoms into an initial dosing plan.

Tara Scott, MD, ABAARM, FAARFM

2:30 pm

Case Walkthrough: How to Start BHRT in a Perimenopausal Woman

Construct a first-visit workflow from history to follow-up plan.
Translate lab results and symptoms into a concrete BHRT regimen.
Anticipate common patient questions and counseling points.

Terri DeNeui, DNP, APRN, ACNP-BC; Tara Scott, MD, ABAARM, FAARFM

3:30 pm

Break

4:00 pm

Estrogen Metabolism and Breast Health: Clinical Implications for Risk Assessment

Lylen Ferris, ND

4:30 pm

How to Start BHRT in Real Life: Visit Flow, Documentation, and Consent

Outline a standard visit structure for initiating BHRT.
Identify key elements of documentation and informed consent for BHRT.
Develop scripts to communicate benefits, risks, and expectations

Drs. Schwartz, Ginsberg, Scott, & DeNeui

5:30 pm

Open Q&A: BHRT Start-Up for New Prescribers

Panel

6:00 pm

Close of Session

7:30 am

Treating the Whole Patient: Lifestyle, Diet, and Endocrine Disruptors

Identify lifestyle and environmental factors that disrupt hormonal balance.
Prioritize dietary and lifestyle interventions that support endocrine health.
Recommend strategies to reduce exposure to endocrine-disrupting chemicals.

Carrie Jones, ND, FABNE, MPH, MSCP

8:30 am

The HPA Axis and Hormones: Adrenal Functional & Stress Response

Describe the role of the HPA axis in the stress response and hormone regulation.
Recognize clinical features of HPA axis dysfunction.
Incorporate lifestyle, nutraceutical, and hormonal tools to support adrenal function.

Angela Mazza, DO, ABAARM, FAMMFM, ECNU

9:15 am

Q&A: Lifestyle, Adrenals and BHRT Integration

Drs. Jones and Mazza

9:30 am

Estrobolome, Nutrigenetics & Nutrigenomics

Marla Feingold, MS, CNS, CKNS, LDN

10:00 am

Break

10:30 am

Thyroid Disorders and Hormonal Imbalances

Describe interactions between thyroid disorders and sex hormones.
Recognize thyroid patterns commonly seen in BHRT candidates.
Apply integrative approaches to diagnosis and treatment of thyroid dysfunction.

Angela Mazza, DO, ABAARM, FAMMFM, ECNU

11:30 am

DBS vs Venipuncture Serum for Monitoring Sex-Steroids by LC-MS/MS (Non-CME)

David Zava, PhD

12:00 pm

Lunch Sponsored by Doctors Data (Non-CME)

1:00 pm

Recognizing and Managing Testosterone Deficiency in Men: A Practical Guide for Clinicians

Identify key symptoms and lab markers of testosterone deficiency in men.
Initiate bioidentical testosterone therapy with appropriate dosing and monitoring.
Counsel patients on benefits, risks, and contraindications of therapy.

Terri DeNeui, DNP, APRN, ACNP-BC

2:00 pm

Medication Forms: Creams, patches, Pellets, Troches, Injections

Compare pros and cons of major BHRT delivery systems.
Match delivery form to patient preference, safety profile, and clinical goals.
Communicate effectively with compounding pharmacies about formulation needs.

Sahar Swidan, PharmD, BCPS, ABAAHP, FAARM

3:00 pm

An Evidence Based Guide to Dosing MHT: Beyond the Basics-Optimizing Estrogen, Progesterone and Testosterone

Jaclyn Smeaton, ND

3:30 pm

Break

4:00 pm

How to Monitor and Adjust BHRT

Define appropriate timing and frequency for BHRT follow-up testing.
Use lab trends and symptom changes to guide dose titration.
Apply protocols to manage side effects and optimize long-term balance.

Terri DeNeui, DNP; Tara Scott, MD

5:00 pm

Panel: Common Questions from New Prescribers

Drs. Schwartz, Scott, DeNeui, Jones, Mazza & Ginsberg

6:00 pm

Close of Session

8:00 am

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS/PMOS): A Functional & Hormonal Medicine Approach

Differentiate PCOS phenotypes using current diagnostic criteria.
Explain key root causes such as insulin resistance and androgen excess.
Develop integrative treatment plans that combine BHRT with lifestyle and metabolic care.

Carrie Jones, ND

9:30 am

Break

10:00 am

Hormone Therapy and Breast Cancer: Evidence vs. Myths in Clinical Practice

Summarize current evidence on hormone therapy and breast cancer risk.
Distinguish risk considerations for survivors vs. the general population.
Counsel patients using balanced, research-informed risk–benefit discussions.

Tara Scott, MD, ABAARM, FAARFM

11:00 am

Peptides & Hormones: A New Frontier in Precision Endocrinology

Identify clinical scenarios where peptides may complement BHRT.
Describe basic mechanisms and safety considerations for commonly used peptides.
Integrate peptides into BHRT plans using practical, stepwise criteria.

James LaValle, RPh, CCN, MT, DHM, DHPH

12:00 pm

Lunch

1:00 pm

Simple Case Studies: Women, Men, Thyroid, and Adrenal

Real-life clinical cases to consolidate learning
Panel discussion of labs, protocols, outcomes, and pitfalls

Carrie Jones, ND, FABNE, MPH, MSCP

2:00 pm

Putting It All Together: and Building Your HRT Practice

Design a basic BHRT implementation pathway for your practice setting.
Incorporate workflows, staffing, and communication strategies to support BHRT.
Develop a personal action plan for adding or expanding BHRT services.

Faculty Panel

3:00 pm

Live Implementation Clinic: Audience Cases & Hot Seat Problem Solving + Closing Q&A and Key Takeaways

Faculty Panel

3:30 pm

Close of Session

CME
& Continuing Medical Education

Earn CME credits while gaining practical, evidence-based training in bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, hormone physiology, and hormone optimization. Programming is designed to support real-world clinical application and improved patient outcomes.