Luminary Health is a Certified Biote® Provider offering bioidentical hormone pellet therapy in Vancouver, BC.
The Biote Method has been used for more than a decade as a structured approach to hormone replacement therapy, supporting men and women experiencing symptoms associated with hormonal decline or imbalance.
Bioidentical hormone pellet therapy is a form of hormone replacement that delivers a consistent, low dose of hormones through a small pellet placed beneath the skin.
The custom-dosed pellet contains hormones structurally similar to those naturally produced by the body and provides steady release over several months, helping avoid the daily fluctuations associated with creams, pills, or injections.
Treatment begins with a comprehensive assessment and laboratory testing to determine whether therapy is appropriate and to guide individualized dosing. Pellet therapy is provided within a medically supervised hormone optimization program for individuals experiencing symptoms associated with hormonal imbalance or decline.
During a brief in-office procedure, a small pellet is inserted under the skin, typically in the upper hip area, using local anesthetic. The pellet gradually releases hormones into the bloodstream, avoiding the daily fluctuations that can occur with creams, pills, or injections.
Most patients return to normal activities within 24–48 hours. Pellets are typically replaced every three to four months in women and every four to six months in men, depending on individual metabolism and clinical response.
Hormone optimization may be considered for symptoms such as:
Treatment plans are individualized and monitored over time. Follow-up lab work and clinical review help ensure appropriate dosing and ongoing safety.
Initial improvement in symptoms may develop gradually over several weeks as hormone levels stabilize. Because pellets provide continuous release, many patients appreciate the convenience of not needing daily administration.
Bioidentical hormone therapy is not appropriate for everyone. A detailed medical history, risk assessment, and discussion of benefits and considerations are part of the consultation process before initiating treatment.
At Luminary Health, Bioidentical Hormone Pellet Therapy (Biote®) is offered within a structured medical program that includes assessment, testing, insertion, and ongoing monitoring to support safe and individualized care.
