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Say Goodbye to Peri/Menopausal Weight Gain, Hot Flashes, and More

Weight gain, hot flashes, sleep loss, mood swings, brain fog — and the metabolic shift peri/menopause brings with them. Founded in 2007 by Stanford-trained physicians, JumpstartMD treats the full picture, personalized to your labs and hormones.

  • 4.7 from 192 Google reviews
  • 14 clinics, or fully online
  • Founded 2007
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  • Clinically SupervisedLicensed clinicians, expert coaches
  • Comprehensive LabsHormone testing via Quest Laboratories
  • Bioidentical HRTHormones matching your body's own
  • 14 Locations + VirtualAll across California

Perimenopause & menopause

You are not your (peri)menopause symptoms.

Hormonal shifts during perimenopause and menopause can trigger a wide range of symptoms, which can be more than just uncomfortable—they can affect your health, relationships, and job.

Unfortunately, many doctors might misdiagnose symptoms or just say they are “normal,” leaving women to suffer in silence.

At JumpstartMD, we believe you don’t have to endure midlife hormonal changes in silence or discomfort. Our personalized Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) treatments can relieve fatigue, hot flashes, low libido, and more — helping you feel better than ever, so you can embrace each day with confidence.

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What you’re experiencing is real, and we have real solutions.

Our experts specialize in identifying hormone changes and providing safe, effective treatments to rebalance and optimize your hormone levels. We can treat and address:

  • Hot flashes & night sweats
  • Period problems
  • Mood swings
  • Brain fog & memory lapses
  • Weight gain & body changes
  • Fatigue
  • Trouble sleeping
  • Painful sex, vaginal dryness
  • Decreased libido
  • Hair & skin changes
  • Joint pain, bone loss + fracture risk
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Bioidentical hormone therapy

How hormone replacement therapy helps

Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) works by giving you the hormones your body no longer makes enough of, helping to ease perimenopause and menopause symptoms. At JumpstartMD, we balance these key hormones:

  • EstrogenHelps reduce hot flashes, night sweats, and vaginal dryness.
  • ProgesteroneBalances estrogen, reducing the risk of uterine cancer.
  • DHEASupports mood and energy levels.
  • TestosteroneEnhances libido and overall vitality.
  • Thyroid HormonesRegulates metabolism and energy.

Our treatments use bioidentical hormones that match your body’s natural hormones. Your JumpstartMD clinician will create a plan just for you, which may include pills, creams, or pellet therapy. Tailored to your needs and guided by physician oversight, we fine-tune your treatment using lab tests to support your health and well-being.

How our program works

Perimenopause and menopause care, built around you.

At JumpstartMD, perimenopause and menopause care are personal. Your body, your symptoms, and your goals all matter. We offer expert-guided, fully customized care to help you regain balance, energy, vitality, and peace of mind. We are here for you.

  1. Connect With a Hormone Optimization Expert

    Start with a warm conversation with our team. We’ll answer your initial questions and help you schedule your first consultation at a time and location that works for you. We have 14 locations, or you can start your journey completely online and schedule a virtual visit with a specialist from anywhere in California.

  2. Complete Your Health Questionnaire

    Before your consultation, you’ll complete a comprehensive health assessment to help us better understand your symptoms, medical history, and overall health. This helps guide your personalized plan. You can complete and submit this online for convenience.

  3. Complete Your Hormone Labs

    Before your clinical consultation, we’ll submit a lab order for comprehensive hormone testing at our trusted local lab partner, Quest Laboratories. Please note: These labs must be completed before meeting with your clinician. Your lab results are essential to creating a plan that’s truly tailored to your needs. We believe normal is not optimal, so we want to develop a plan tailored to your unique needs.

  4. Meet Your JumpstartMD Clinician

    Once your labs are in, you’ll meet with a licensed JumpstartMD provider to review your results, talk through symptoms like hot flashes, sleep issues, brain fog, mood swings, low libido, and weight gain, and identify the best treatment options for your goals. Share your symptoms, and we will work to alleviate them. We hear you, and we believe you.

  5. Explore Your Personalized Treatment Options

    Based on your labs and health profile, your clinician will develop a custom hormone optimization plan. Treatment may include:

    • Estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, DHEA, thyroid support
    • Pills, creams, patches, or injections
    • Pellet therapy
  6. Check In Regularly with Your Care Team

    Your journey doesn’t stop after your first visit. We’ll schedule regular follow-ups to review how you’re feeling, adjust your dosing as needed, and ensure your hormones and your health stay in balance. Your dedicated JumpstartMD team is here to support you every step of the way.

Disclaimer: All hormone therapy treatments are provided only after evaluation by a licensed clinician. Treatment recommendations are based on individual clinical assessment. Some hormone therapies may involve the use of compounded medications. Compounded medications may be prescribed when clinically appropriate. No treatment results are guaranteed, and individual experiences may vary.

Membership

Your JumpstartMD® membership benefits

Our bioidentical hormone therapy program offers medically-supervised, personalized care to balance key hormones like Estrogen, Progesterone, DHEA, Testosterone, and Thyroid, ensuring a revitalized sense of well-being and enhanced quality of life.

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Customized Treatment Plan

Your journey starts with a complete check of your hormone levels and overall health. Using your assessment, we create a personalized hormone replacement therapy plan. This plan aims to balance your hormones and reduce your symptoms. We listen to your symptoms and concerns to make sure your treatment plan is just right for you.

Bioidentical Hormone Treatments

We use bioidentical hormones like Estrogen, Progesterone, DHEA, Testosterone, and Thyroid hormones that closely match your body’s natural hormones. These treatments are designed to alleviate symptoms and improve your quality of life. Your therapy will be customized to ensure the best possible outcomes for you.

Flexible Treatment Options

We offer various ways to administer your hormone treatments, including oral prescriptions/pills, creams, and pellet therapy. This flexibility allows us to find the method that works best for your lifestyle. No matter your preference, we have a solution to fit your needs.

Comprehensive Laboratory Testing

To ensure your treatment is effective, we conduct regular lab tests to monitor your hormone levels. This helps us fine-tune your therapy for optimal results. Our goal is to keep you feeling your best by making necessary adjustments based on accurate data.

Symptom Relief Strategies

Our hormone therapy is designed to relieve common symptoms of menopause, such as fatigue, hot flashes, and low libido. We aim to improve your daily life by reducing these uncomfortable symptoms. With our treatment, you can feel more like yourself again.

Ongoing Support and Monitoring

Your health is our top priority. We offer continuous support, track your progress, and adjust your treatment plan as needed to get the best results.

In-Person and Online Visit Options

For your convenience, we offer online visits. This allows you to receive care and support from the comfort of your home, or wherever life takes you. Whether you’re busy or unable to visit in person, our online appointment option ensures you stay on track with your treatment. Note: Pellet insertion can only be done during an in-person visit.

Exclusive Member Pricing on Products

As a member, you’ll enjoy exclusive discounts on products, vitamin therapy, and other services. This helps you save money while accessing high-quality care. We believe in providing great value to our members.

Medical Insurance Claims Assistance

We assist with insurance claims to help cover the costs of your treatment. Our team can guide you through the process and answer any questions you may have. We’re here to make sure you get the most out of your insurance, FSA, or HSA programs.

Member reviews

Trusted by thousands

4.7 from Google reviews across our 14 California clinics

I’ve been a client of Jumpstart MD for 13-14 years. I do weight loss/maintenance and hormone replacement therapy. Love it all. The staff are amazing. … Hormone replacement therapy has changed my life.
Virginia WGoogle review · Monterey Bay · June 2026
…Between increase weight work, increased protein, and BHRT I am back feeling 35 again. So much so, that I climbed Mount Kilimanjaro last year and made it to the top!
Jennifer PGoogle review · Marin · February 2026
I have tried a multitude of different weight management programs, especially after menopause. This is the first program where I am actually seeing and feeling results. The staff is very friendly and helpful, and the program is easy to follow. I highly recommend JumpstartMD.
Lynnette DGoogle review · Walnut Creek · June 2025
Knowledgeable and helpful, JumpStartMD has been a consistent part of my health and well-being practice for years. The program is easy to follow and I get tons of support. I’ve been on the BhrT program for several years and it’s been a life-changer.
Joshua AGoogle review · Marin · February 2024
JumpstartMD has been life changing for me ever since I started. It's truly thanks to my clinician, Ranim. I have lost about 20 pounds with her guidance in 2 months. She is very knowledgeable, kind, patient, and makes me feel confident about my choice to start this program…
Rangina SGoogle review · Pleasanton · May 2026
Friendly, supportive and non-judgmental environment to help me focus on my health goals. I have been a client for years and I have never felt healthier thanks to them!
Lauren FGoogle review · Mountain View · July 2026
…I think for those who are nervous about starting a weight loss journey this is so much better than an online program. I like getting my scans to see how much fat vs. muscle I have and appreciate the human connection here. Give it a try, you’re worth it.
Karen TGoogle review · Monterey Bay · June 2026
Over the last year, I've worked with Jumpstart to lose weight and generally get in better health. I have achieved my goal weight, reduced my blood pressure and my blood tests show improvements across the board. I'm really pleased with the progress!
Amy CGoogle review · Burlingame · May 2025
…JumpstartMD is not just a prescription–it's a relationship with a team that actually knows me and has partnered with me to be healthy. … JumpstartMD reviewed my labs and took the time to understand my weight/health goals and tailored a plan that works for me!
Ivania AGoogle review · Irvine · July 2025
Honestly this place took me by surprise! My doctor recommended it to me and the staff is awesome and so helpful and knowledgeable - they want you to feel better, and have the means to help you do it.
Kristen VGoogle review · Piedmont · August 2025
The most comprehensive weight loss support! I’ve tried EVERYTHING and spent thousands on “cookie cutter” programs that were not designed for what was specifically going on in my body! The great staff at JumpstartMD changed all of that. Now I’m on a path designed just for me…
Jae SGoogle review · Walnut Creek · June 2026
…From the moment I contacted them, each one of the people I came into contact with was supportive, thoughtful and proactive with their advice. … No judgement, just support. No drama, no product pushing.
Supriya DGoogle review · Walnut Creek · March 2026
The professionals at Jumpstart are friendly, knowledgeable, and efficient. I particularly liked how they tailored their thoughtful approach to meet my specific needs without compromising the program's values. I also like that they are open early in the morning…
Oscar VGoogle review · SF – Laurel Heights · July 2026
I’ve been coming here for over three years, and my experience has consistently been excellent. This review is especially for Josh—he’s truly the best. I never feel rushed during appointments; he takes the time to check in, ask thoughtful questions, and make sure all my concerns are addressed.
Julie Ann HGoogle review · Campbell · March 2026
…I appreciate how during weight loss, they closely monitor you to ensure your journey is healthy and safe. My friends have tried other programs and there’s minimal monitoring.
Khirstine LGoogle review · Burlingame · January 2026
Very caring staff. … As a side benefit, they’re helping me track other aspects of my health even better than I can do on my own. … Thorough approach with many facets, primarily health oriented (which I appreciate).
Peter JGoogle review · Mountain View · August 2026
Jumpstart pays attention to its members. The staff is professional and understanding. Instructions are given and focused on wellness and compassion. Thank you for the help.
Mary Cruz GGoogle review · Irvine · August 2026
My experience has been fantastic. … On the weight loss program, everyone was professional and knowledgeable. Checked in on me every couple of weeks to a month… Excellent program.
Lynn KGoogle review · Walnut Creek · August 2026
Jumpstart MD Mountain View has a great team! Everyone, including the substitutes are helpful, knowledgeable, and experienced. … My primary care physician suggested that I go to JumpstartMD to help me lose weight. I would highly recommend this team if you need help with losing weight safely.
Lisa GGoogle review · Mountain View · July 2026
…Kaitlyn has been such a warm and positive coach to help me through it. She makes me feel great to show up every month and dive in to address the issues that are barriers to my goals.
Kristen PGoogle review · Irvine · November 2025
I highly recommend this program if you’re looking for great support to lose weight while staying healthy. … It was a great experience, and I feel so much more confident after reaching my goal.
Mehrnaz AGoogle review · Marin · September 2025
I very much enjoy Jumpstart MD. I had a lot of questions in the beginning and they all get answered & they are very thorough. If you have any questions or issues between sessions Rumi will answer anything. They also are very friendly and helpful.
Vickie DGoogle review · San Jose · August 2025
…My weekly, and then monthly “maintenance” appointments have been very helpful. … I feel like they sincerely care. They’ve given me the tools I need to stay healthy and manage my weight…
Cathy GGoogle review · Burlingame · August 2025
What a wonderful team to assist you on your wellness journey. … Kind and courteous staff and very accommodating with my crazy schedule. Can't thank them enough for their assistance!
Leslie CGoogle review · Campbell · July 2025
Burlingame JumpstartMD has changed my life. With guidance from Jonica I’ve accomplished what I never thought possible. … This is a wonderful place to tackle weight loss issues. I’m so grateful.
Yvonne RGoogle review · Burlingame · May 2025
This program is the only one that has worked for me. Their quality of service and thoroughness is unmatched…
Julian GGoogle review · Marin · May 2025
I have been with Jumpstart MD for the past 2 years. The staff has been wonderful to work with. Chris especially in the Campbell office is so patient and full of knowledge. I would highly recommend JumpstartMD if not just for weight loss but for making healthy choices that are right for you.
Kelly FGoogle review · Campbell · May 2025
…They pull your labs so they know exactly how to achieve your goals without putting your health and mental state at risk. They aren't only looking at the present but what it is 10-20 years ahead based on family history and current risk factors.
Michael CGoogle review · Burlingame · April 2025
I’ve known Dr. Lia as my former general care doctor and now have the pleasure of working with her again at JumpstartMD. … she’s knowledgeable, supportive, and genuinely cares. The program has been easy to follow…
Eelco VGoogle review · Irvine · April 2025
Jumpstart MD has been caring and supportive. The highly individualized care and weekly in person check-ins makes a big difference and have been the key to my weight loss success. I joined to improve my health test results and the added bonus is I look better as well.
JeanneGoogle review · Mountain View · March 2025
The doctor and staff are very nice, and they clearly explained what I need to know and the reason. … The total plan works really well…
Ting-Yen LGoogle review · Campbell · December 2024
Jumpstart MD Pleasanton is an hour drive away from my house but I choose them cause their process is scientific, practical, easy and proven to work. Everyone in the office who I’ve met so far, are courteous and efficient. Susan, my health coach is great.
Fe AGoogle review · Pleasanton · October 2024
These folks are great -- great at listening and finding solutions, great at caring, encouraging and helping… They helped me define my goals and I'm well on the way to reaching them!
Jane SGoogle review · SF – Embarcadero · October 2024
Very supportive group! Realistic goals and diet requirements. Just healthy eating! Encouraging! Great listening about individuals struggles!
Paula KGoogle review · Mountain View · October 2024
…I can highly recommend Jumpstart for anyone ready to make a serious commitment to improve their overall health. Over the 4 months that I was on the plan Arleen patiently explained how I needed to change my diet and exercise plan to make sure I stayed healthy and strong during my weight loss.
Gary MGoogle review · Redwood City · July 2024
I really like meeting with Michelle every week to track my progress. There is a lot to learn on this program and Michelle is always able to answer my questions. I am losing weight and feeling better.
LD GGoogle review · Campbell · May 2024

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You deserve to feel like yourself again—energized, confident, and in control. With hormone care that’s tailored to your life, JumpstartMD is here to help you thrive through every stage of menopause and beyond.

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Discover the difference with JumpstartMD – where expert care, personalized treatment, and genuine human connection come together to support you through perimenopause, menopause, and beyond.

Hormone Therapy compliments our weight loss programs for those also interested in health, wellness and healthy weight loss & management.

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