MAKING AN APPOINTMENT WITH DOCTOR REDMOND:
You
can get information or make an appointment by calling
212
338-0002.
The
Hormone Center of New York is a medical facility dedicated to the diagnosis and
treatment of women with hormone problems. These include all the conditions
discussed in The Hormonally Vulnerable Woman
and on this website, as well as some less common ones.
The Hormone Center
provides a relaxed and private setting for consultation regarding these
conditions. We offer individual attention, rather the rushed, assembly-line
approach that has become common. A lab is located in the building and radiology
facilities are nearby. For those who come from a distance, tests can be arranged
closer to home.
Most
of our patients are adult women with the kinds of hormone problems discussed in
Doctor Redmond’s books for lay people, The Hormonally
Vulnerable Woman and The Good News About Women’s Hormones.
These include PMS and other menstrual cycle problems, acne, hair loss
(alopecia), increased facial and body hair, mood swings, fatigue, loss of sexual
interest, menopause related difficulties and thyroid conditions. A detailed list
of hormonal symptoms is available on this website [insert link] and on pages 8
to 9 of The Hormonally Vulnerable Woman.
We
also see children and adolescents with hormone problems and males with
conditions related to reproductive system hormones. If you have questions as to
whether consultation is likely to be helpful for the problems you are
experiencing, please call us at 212 338-0002 or email us at
hvwresource@aol.com.
Many
of our patients have seen several doctors previously. Referral from another
physician is welcome but not necessary.
WHERE
ARE WE LOCATED?
The
Hormone Center of New York is located at 19 East 80th Street, Suite 1D, New York, NY 10075.
The new office is well located only a half block from Central Park & The
Metropolitan Museum of Art.
It is convenient to major museums, shopping areas, and restaurants. Any taxi
driver will be able to find the address without difficulty.
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APPOINTMENT TIMES AND SCHEDULING:
Appointments
are available between 9am and 6pm Tuesday through Saturday, though the exact
schedule may vary from week to week. Evening appointments can be scheduled by
special arrangement. We do our best to accommodate the travel schedules of those
coming from a distance.
The
telephone number for appointments is
212
338-0002.
If you reach our voice mail, please leave your name, number, and what are good
times to reach you and we will return your call.
E-mail: HVWresource@aol.com
WHAT
IS INVOLVED IN A CONSULTATION?
We
only provide consultation in person. Although we do provide telephone contact
for patients who have been seen in our office, we are not able to perform
telephone consultations for patients we have not seen. Unfortunately, we
cannot make exceptions because it is not possible to be certain of all relevant
factors without an actual visit.
Our
consultations are comprehensive and last an hour or longer. The visit includes
discussion of your current problems, a detailed review of your medical history,
a physical examination, a clear explanation of the causes of your problem or
problems, discussion of various treatment options and initiation of appropriate
treatment. Ample time is provided for answering your questions.
MEDICAL RECORDS
It is
best if your records, especially reports of any tests you have had in recent
years, are available at the time of the first visit.
Unfortunately, it frequently happens that records are not sent in a timely
fashion by doctor’s offices or hospitals. For this reason, it is recommended
that you obtain copies yourself and bring a set or your records and lab
reports with you to the visit. These will be kept as part of your
permanent record so we recommend that you retain an additional copy for
yourself.
If
you are not able to get your records in time, it is still best to come as
scheduled and have the records sent later.
HOW
MANY VISITS WILL BE NECESSARY?
With
only rare exceptions, everything is covered in the single visit. Should you need
additional lab tests, you will be given a lab requisition form at time the
visit. You will not need to stay in New York to have tests done. Once tests are
complete, results will be reviewed with you by phone. You will not need to
return simply to go over test results.
If
you are coming from a distance, follow-up visits are not expected, though they
may be desirable if you live in or close to New York City. We see patients from
all over the US and some from abroad so we make provisions for those who can
only come once.
INSURANCE AND FEES:
Many female hormonal conditions are complex and require a detailed history and
complete physical examination in order to determine the underlying cause and
plan treatment. Generally the consultation lasts an hour or longer so that all
concerns are fully covered. It is not possible to provide this level of service
under the constraints now imposed by managed care. For this reason we do not
participate in any insurance plans. However at the end of each visit you will be
provided with a "superbill" which gives the coding and other information
required by most insurance companies to process a claim. Some plans will provide
substantial reimbursement but this depends on your specific contract. If you
have questions regarding your coverage, the best source of information is the
benefits department where you work or your insurance company. It is almost
impossible for health care providers to know what will be covered by a specific
contract.
A
charge
will apply for the initial comprehensive consultation.
Payment at the completion of the visit can be made by cash, check, Visa,
MasterCard, Discover or American Express.
Lab
tests are usually covered by insurance though in some cases, you may have to
have the lab order approved by your primary physician.
If
you need more detailed information about services provided, costs and visit
details, please email HVWresource@aol.com
or call our practice manager, Michelle at 212 338-0002.
Referral requests
I often
receive emails asking for referrals to doctors in various parts of the country.
Although I sympathize with the need to find someone locally, I regret that I am
not able to provide this service. Even when I know doctors in an area, I usually
have no means to determine how they approach specific hormonal conditions.
The
only way I can suggest to try to find a hormone specialist locally is to ask
other doctors and friends. Unfortunately, it is difficult to tell how seriously
your problem will be taken until the actual consultation. There are many
excellent physicians in the U.S. but our health care system does not provide any
certain way to find the right one for your needs.
SUGGESTIONS FOR THOSE COMING FROM OUTSIDE
THE NEW YORK AREA:
Our office is located in a safe, central midtown location. Any taxi will be able
to find the address without difficulty. If you are staying nearby, walking is a
good alternative as there is always much to see in Manhattan. Just be sure to
get clear directions. If you get lost, most New Yorkers will cheerfully provide
directions.
The
most convenient airport is LaGuardia. JFK is somewhat farther. Newark is less
convenient for access to New York, but is an acceptable alternative.
Taxi
from LaGuardia takes less than 40 minutes in normal traffic and costs about $30
including the bridge toll and tip. From JFK it is a flat rate of $45 plus about
$ 10 more for toll and tip. Time into Manhattan is about an hour, assuming no
traffic jams.
Be sure to take only a yellow official New York City
taxi from the dispatcher outside the terminal. Do not accept a ride from anyone
who approaches you offering a car service.
Amtrak has good service between Boston, New York, Washington and intermediate
points.
Because delays are common, we suggest you pick a flight or train that arrives at
least 2 hours before your appointment time and do not book a return earlier than
4 hours after the start of your appointment.
If
you are not used to big city traffic, it is best not to drive in New York. If
you are coming from New Jersey and are not comfortable with Manhattan traffic,
you may find it less stressful to find a parking lot near where you exit the
Lincoln Tunnel and then take a taxi the rest of the way.
Hotels
in New York tend to be overpriced. Some budget priced choices that are clean and
comfortable, if not luxurious, include the Comfort Inn - Midtown, Comfort Inn -
New York, and the Red Roof Inn on West 32nd Street. It is often
cheaper to book online through a website such as
www.travelocity.com.
More expensive hotels nearer the office include the Grand Hyatt and
Waldorf-Astoria. From all these hotels, it is best to take a taxi to the office
and allow at least 45 minutes in case of traffic.
OTHER
QUESTIONS:
If
you need additional advice on what will be involved in your consultation or on
travel to New York, please email to
HVWresource@aol.com or call 212 338-0002.
- Appointment info only
- 212-861-9000
appointments@hormonehelpny.com
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- Office address
- 19 East 80th Street, Suite
1D
New York, NY 10075
- Electronic Mail
- General Information
- hvwresource@aol.com
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