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Anti-aging medicine has become the description for those clinicians who offer evaluations for bioidentical hormones, nutritional status, and neuro-transmitter testing.

“With the use of sophisticated lab tests, we can determine the vitamin, anti-oxidant, mineral, amino acids, and other essential nutritional values of a patient,” Dr. Randy Birken, founder of Birken Medical Aesthetics said.  “Additionally, we test for hormones that influence sleep, stress, energy, depression, anxiety, and weight control.  With this valuable information, we can recommend appropriate supplements and prescribe bioidentical hormones.  Patient feel well and are healthier as they age.  This, with good diet and exercise, are the cornerstones to anti-aging medicine.”

Dr. Birken is a Clinical Assistant Professor at Baylor College of Medicine. For more information:
Liz – 281-419-3231

or email at

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Many gynecologists and plastic surgeons offer techniques to improve sexual responsiveness, but which techniques are best?

“Laser Vaginal Rejuvenation, designed by Dr. David Matlock of Dr.90210 fame, incorporates precise laser surgery to restore pelvic anatomy,” says Dr. Randy Birken, founder of Laser Vaginal Rejuvenation of The Woodlands, Texas.  “His concepts are based on sound physiologic and anatomic principles, a proven procedure.”

Labiaplasty involves reducing excess labial tissue with the use of laser surgery rather than the traditional scalpel technique

Dr. Birken is a board certified gynecologist and Clinical Assistant Professor at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas

While off label, HCG has been used to facilitate weight loss with a proper diet and exercise program. The following describes its action on hunger and metabolism:

A study published in 1954 revealed that high levels of HCG during pregnancy regulated metabolic function and controlled metabolism.  The mechanism of action is HCG’s affect on the hypothalamus to moderate the thyroid, adrenals, fat storage and metabolic rate while mobilizing fat out from fat storage and increasing circulating calories for body to utilize.

HCG is given as a self-administered daily subcutaneous injection of 125 IU daily (.1cc).  For patients desiring a weight loss of less than 15 lbs., 26 injections are recommended, and for more than 15 lbs loss, 40 injections. The only contraindication is pregnancy or plans for pregnancy during treatment.

HCG treatment’s goal is to lower the degree of hunger and enhance a better sense of well-being.  Patients on HCG are more apt to remain on a low calorie diet

A 2006 study showed that HCG increases Adiponectin (ADP) levels, a fat cell hormone involved in glucose and lipid metabolism.

For more information, call Liz at 281-419-3231

or email at

[email protected]

Dr. Randy Birken, a board certified gynecologist, offers a medically supervised weight management program.

“By utilizing metabolic enhancers, such as amino acids (MIC), energy boosters (Adenosine), appetite suppressants, possible natural thyroid, along with sound nutritional advice and a fat-burning exercise program, patients can successfully loss weight,” Dr. Birken said.

The program includes the following:

1. Initial visit – weight, BMI assessment, blood pressure, target weight, pulse rate assessment for exercise, diet options, CBC, lipid profile, thyroid, and blood chemistries as well as discussion regarding various medications for increasing metabolism and appetite suppression
2. Includes monthly weight management visits
3. Option for weekly MIC and/or adenosine injection(s)

[email protected]

or call 281-419-3231