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{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@type":"FAQPage","mainEntity":[{"@type":"Question","name":"What is RegenCen and what treatments do you offer?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"<p>RegenCen is a medical clinic focused on longevity, hormone optimization, and regenerative wellness. We offer advanced, science-backed services including bioidentical hormone therapy, semaglutide and tirzepatide for medical weight loss, NAD+ therapy, sexual wellness treatments, and PRF injections for joint pain, skin, and hair restoration.<\/p>"}},{"@type":"Question","name":"Do you offer NAD+ IV therapy at all RegenCen locations?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"<p>Yes. NAD+ therapy is available at every RegenCen location. It helps restore energy, improve brain function, support metabolism, and slow aging by replenishing the cellular coenzyme NAD+, which declines with age.<\/p>"}},{"@type":"Question","name":"Can I get semaglutide or other weight loss medications through RegenCen?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"<p>Absolutely. Our weight loss program includes GLP-1 medications like semaglutide and tirzepatide, paired with lab work, hormone evaluation, and ongoing clinical support. We address root causes\u2014like insulin resistance and hormonal shifts\u2014so you can lose weight and keep it off.<\/p>"}},{"@type":"Question","name":"Do you offer hormone therapy for both men and women?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"<p>Yes. We treat men and women using bioidentical hormone therapy customized to your lab results and symptoms. Whether it\u2019s perimenopause, menopause, or low testosterone, our providers address fatigue, weight changes, brain fog, low libido, and more\u2014often in as little as a few weeks.<\/p>"}},{"@type":"Question","name":"Do you offer virtual appointments?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"<p>Yes\u2014RegenCen offers virtual consultations (by video or phone) for patients in both Michigan and Florida. Just text or call us to schedule your telehealth visit and discuss treatment options from home.<\/p>"}},{"@type":"Question","name":"Do you offer regenerative treatments for joint pain, hair loss, or sexual health?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"<p>Yes. We use <b>PRF (platelet-rich fibrin)<\/b>\u2014a regenerative treatment that uses your body\u2019s own healing factors\u2014for\u00a0joint pain,\u00a0hair restoration, and\u00a0sexual wellness. These are often combined with hormone therapy or NAD+ to enhance overall results.<\/p>"}},{"@type":"Question","name":"What makes RegenCen different from telehealth clinics or IV bars?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"<p>RegenCen provides care in a medical setting, led by experienced providers who specialize in aging and hormone health. We don\u2019t offer one-size-fits-all plans\u2014we use bloodwork, hormone optimization, and advanced diagnostics to design your personalized plan. And because we\u2019re co-located with CSLC clinics, you also get access to aesthetic and skin rejuvenation treatments under the same roof.<\/p>"}},{"@type":"Question","name":"How do I get started at RegenCen?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"<p>Start by booking a consult at your closest RegenCen location or via <a href=\"https:\/\/regencen.com\/telehealth\/\">telehealth<\/a>. We\u2019ll review your symptoms, order lab work if needed, and create a treatment plan that fits your lifestyle, timeline, and goals. Most patients begin with a focus on hormones, energy, or metabolic health.<\/p>"}},{"@type":"Question","name":"Where are RegenCen clinics located?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"<p>\ud83d\udccd You can find\u00a0<strong>RegenCen<\/strong>\u00a0in:<\/p><p><div class=\"fl-builder-content fl-builder-content-25797 fl-builder-template fl-builder-module-template fl-builder-global-templates-locked\" data-post-id=\"25797\"><div  class=\"fl-module fl-module-rich-text fl-rich-text fl-node-bsuct1mfkx98\" data-node=\"bsuct1mfkx98\">\n\t<ul>\n<li><b>Northern Michigan:<\/b>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/regencen.com\/petoskey-mi\/\">Petoskey<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/regencen.com\/harbor-springs-mi\/\">Harbor Springs<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/regencen.com\/traverse-city-mi\/\">Traverse City<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/regencen.com\/suttons-bay-mi\/\">Suttons Bay<\/a><\/li>\n<li><b>Southeast Michigan:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/regencen.com\/bloomfield-hills-mi\/\">Bloomfield Hills<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/regencen.com\/ann-arbor-mi\/\">Ann Arbor<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/regencen.com\/fenton-mi\/\">Fenton<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/regencen.com\/chelsea-mi\/\">Chelsea<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/regencen.com\/east-lansing-mi\/\">East Lansing<\/a><\/li>\n<li><b>West Michigan:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/regencen.com\/grand-rapids-mi\/\">Grand Rapids<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/regencen.com\/east-grand-rapids-mi\/\">East Grand Rapids<\/a><\/li>\n<li><b>Southwest Florida:<\/b>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/regencen.com\/naples-fl\/\">Naples<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/regencen.com\/north-naples-fl\/\">North Naples<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/regencen.com\/marco-island-fl\/\">Marco Island<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/regencen.com\/boca-grande-fl\/\">Boca Grande<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/regencen.com\/sarasota-fl\/\">Sarasota<\/a><\/li>\n<li><b>Southeast Florida:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/regencen.com\/palm-beach-fl\/\">Palm Beach<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/regencen.com\/hobe-sound-fl\/\">Hobe Sound<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/regencen.com\/vero-beach-fl\/\">Vero Beach<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/regencen.com\/wellington-fl\/\">Wellington<\/a><\/li>\n<li><b>Greater Orlando:<\/b>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/regencen.com\/winter-park-fl\/\">Winter Park<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/regencen.com\/lake-mary-fl\/\">Lake Mary<\/a><\/li>\n<li><b>Northeast Florida:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/regencen.com\/atlantic-beach-fl\/\">Atlantic Beach<\/a><\/li>\n<li><b>South Carolina Lowcountry:<\/b>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/regencen.com\/bluffton-sc\/\">Bluffton<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/p>"}},{"@type":"Question","name":"How did RegenCen start, and who leads your medical team?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"<p class=\"x_MsoNormal\">RegenCen was co-founded by <b>Dr. Gustav Lo<\/b>, a physician with over 30 years of experience in primary care and a deep focus on preventive and regenerative medicine and\u00a0<b>Courtney Lo, PA<\/b>, who has spent her career in anti-aging and aesthetics at Cosmetic Skin and Laser Center. They created the RegenCen to offer a more thoughtful, personalized approach to aging\u2014one that treats root causes, not just symptoms.<\/p><p class=\"x_MsoNormal\">Dr. Lo and Courtney continue to lead RegenCen\u2019s clinical direction, working closely with our experienced team of providers to deliver science-backed, individualized care across all of our locations.<\/p>"}},{"@type":"Question","name":"Do you offer testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) for men?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"<p>Yes. We specialize in <a href=\"https:\/\/regencen.com\/treatment\/trt-testosterone-replacement-therapy-men\/\"><b>personalized testosterone therapy<\/b><\/a>\u00a0for men with symptoms of low T\u2014like fatigue, low libido, weight gain, and brain fog. At RegenCen, TRT isn\u2019t just about a number\u2014we assess hormone levels, symptoms, and overall health to design a safe and effective program. Many men also combine TRT with\u00a0NAD+\u00a0or\u00a0semaglutide\u00a0for full-body optimization.<\/p>"}},{"@type":"Question","name":"What are the best regenerative treatments?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"<p><b>1. Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT)<\/b>\u00a0is the foundation of regenerative medicine. Hormone levels drop with age. By age 55, testosterone is about half what is was in men in their 20\u2019s; it\u2019s worse in women - 80% lower than young normal levels! These low levels have major health consequences. Over 75% the improvement listed above can be achieved just with BHRT.<br \/>\n<b>2. NAD+<\/b>, a crucial coenzyme for energy production in our cells, also drops by 50% in middle age. With less NAD+, there is simply less fuel available to burn, so our bodies slow down. I liken it to a car that has 8 cylinders when it\u2019s 20 years old, but by the time it\u2019s 50, it\u2019s running on 4 cylinders - the engine is weak, it has a hard time going uphill, and passing is sometimes impossible. NAD+ opens up those other 4 cylinders, making more energy by burning more fuel. That V-8 is great for our bodies because we want to burn\u00a0<i>more<\/i>\u00a0fuel to get rid of excess calories and fat. More than that, NAD+ supplementation is proven to rev up fading function in the liver, muscle, and your brain - who going to say no to that?<br \/>\n<b>3. PRF injections for joint regeneration<\/b>\u00a0is one of the most well-studied regenerative treatments available, with research consistently showing 75% response rate in osteoarthritis with this simple, in-office procedure. It\u2019s called the \u201cpoor man\u2019s stem cells\u201d because it\u2019s simpler and much less costly than stem cell treatment with nearly the same success rate. In my practice, it\u2019s the most effective non-surgical treatment for arthritis I\u2019ve ever used, and that includes steroids or cortisone shots.<br \/>\n<b>4. Vaginal rejuvenation and bladder control<\/b>\u00a0are frustrating issues - virtually\u00a0<i>every woman<\/i>\u00a0can benefit from these treatments at some point, but nobody ever wants to talk about them! Well, welcome to RegenCen, where we talk about them A LOT. Vaginal and pelvic tissues have many different functions, but everything from childbirth to birth control pills to menopause gets in the way of normal function. Women put up with dryness, irritation, pain, they let their sexuality fade away, they plan their day based on the chain of restrooms they have to visit\u2026 all because they don\u2019t know effective treatment is available for all these problems. Most of the time, their doctors don\u2019t know either. But at RegenCen, we\u00a0<i>do<\/i>\u00a0know - and we actually\u00a0<i>want<\/i>\u00a0to talk with you about it.<br \/>\n<b>5. Prescription treatments for circulatory issues<\/b>\u00a0- this is probably the only category that we can say helps patients liver longer. Whether non-prescription supplements or widely used prescription circulation enhancers like tadalafil (Cialis) or ARB-inhibitors (valsartan, telmisartan, or anything else ending with -sartan), any treatment that improves blood flow to our tissues also lowers blood pressure and wear and tear on our circulatory system, lowering risks of heart attack and stroke.\u00a0<b>We don\u2019t prescribe these specifically to treat high blood pressure<\/b>, but it\u2019s a nice benefit.<br \/>\n<b>6. Weight loss treatments<\/b>\u00a0go hand-in-hand with many regenerative therapies. Most of our bioidentical hormone replacement patients lose weight (or lose fat and gain muscle). But for patients whose main goal is weight loss, we offer a weight loss program that we can tell you about at your complimentary consultation. Our program includes multiple treatments to help you lose weight and manage your weight as time goes on.<\/p>\n"}},{"@type":"Question","name":"What is a regenerative medical practice?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"<p>Regenerative medicine is a medical specialty focused on healing conditions that occur mainly from aging, but there is crossover with health problems from lifestyle or injury. Regenerative medical treatments promote new tissue growth, blood flow, nerve function, and general sense of vitality and energy. Regenerative practices employ a variety of proven therapies such as platelet-rich plasma, platelet-rich fibrin, radiofrequency devices, EMS, and hormone replacement therapy to achieve these results. By stimulating your body to grow new cells or reactivate dormant ones, regenerative medicine can help you regain lost physical functions.<\/p>\n"}},{"@type":"Question","name":"How do regenerative treatments differ from regular medicine?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"<p>Medicine has always been based on treating disease or injury, which only affect some of us. Regenerative medicine treats age-related conditions that eventually affect all of us. Think of it this way: when we\u2019re young and our bodies are functioning at their at their best, everything works like it\u2019s supposed to. When cells are damaged (an injury, for example), the body heals or<i>regenerates<\/i>old ordamaged tissueto return to normal. But as we age, those regenerative abilities fade; old or damaged cells aren\u2019t replaced, so physical abilities in our muscles, joints, nerves, and other organ systems fade. Regenerative treatments weredeveloped and studied to combat the biology of aging and awaken your body\u2019s ability to regrow cells and tissues and return to more youthful function.<\/p>\n<p>One of the best comparisons between conventional and regenerative medicine is arthritis. If you have an arthritic knee and you get a \"cortisone shot\" or take Aleve, your pain feels better because those drugs calm down the inflammation and pain from arthritis. With a <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/31919027\/\">PRF injection<\/a>, your body uses growth factors from your own blood to stimulate regrowth of critical parts of the joint such as cartilage, ligament, and even bone. Revitalized tissues heal the joint so it functions properly, which then gets rid of the inflammation. With that healing, results last much longer, without the risks of a cortisone shot.<\/p>\n"}},{"@type":"Question","name":"Do I still see my primary care physician or surgeon when I come to RegenCen?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"<p>\nAbsolutely. Our treatments complement traditional medicine. Regenerative treatments can be done anytime. They work independently and they virtually never interfere with conventional drugs or treatments, and often boost the results you're getting from those other treatments.<\/p>\n<p>Regenerative treatments are targeted toward specific complaints. We currently have highly effective treatments for arthritis, urinary function and control, and sexual health for both men and women in both Petoskey and Traverse City.<\/p>\n<p>Examples of changes our patients experience after treatment include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>canceling or delaying joint surgery because arthritic pain is gone<\/li>\n<li>no longer taking anti-inflammatory drugs for pain because the joint pain and range of motion is better<\/li>\n<li>improved erections without prescription drugs like Viagra<\/li>\n<li>no longer needing panty-liners or feminine pads because bladder leakage is gone<\/li>\n<li>better sleep due to less nighttime urination<\/li>\n<li>enjoying intercourse because of better natural vaginal lubrication<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n"}},{"@type":"Question","name":"Why is regenerative medicine so popular?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"<p>These breakthrough treatments are life-changing! There are solutions for conditions you thought you had to live with now that you\u2019re older. These annoyances build up over time and when you take away a few of them, quality of life is so much better. Our parents' generation accepted these conditions as part of aging, but our generation has solutions and we are happy to offer these regenerative treatments in Northern Michigan. The excitement is hard to contain!<\/p>\n<h3>Imagine the difference if:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Your joints moved easily enough that you could walk up and down stairs, or write and text without pain.<\/li>\n<li>You could be active with tennis or golf one day and have no pain the next.<\/li>\n<li>Ladies \u2013 if your overactive bladder would calm down and you could sleep for more than a couple hours.<\/li>\n<li>\u2026 Or you could sneeze, laugh, and exercise without leaking.<\/li>\n<li>Sex just worked like it used to (yes, for both of you!).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n"}},{"@type":"Question","name":"Will regenerative treatments replace my prescription medication?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"<p>Sometimes. Many of our patients proudly tell us they no longer have to rely on medicine for joint pain and stiffness, or are happy to be rid of side effects from bladder control drugs they no longer need. But it depends on the condition, whether it\u2019s new or long-term, and how well your body heals itself in response to regenerative treatment.<\/p>\n"}},{"@type":"Question","name":"What are some examples of what patients say after regenerative treatment?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"<ul>\n<li>\u201cMy prescription medication and cortisone shots help but I still couldn\u2019t stand for a long time or give a good handshake without pain. And my doctor said I shouldn\u2019t do anymore cortisone. After three PRF shots at RegenCen, I can move around like I\u2019m 10 years younger and they last way longer than 2 months.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>\u201cI tried medication for my bladder but it didn\u2019t do anything. I did this MorpheusV thinking what do I have to lose and it worked! I really can\u2019t believe it.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>\u201cI was making the sex work because I love my husband but now I\u2019m actually enjoying it again. FormaV made my vaginal dryness so much better. It\u2019s more comfortable to start and I have good orgasms again.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>\u201cThe blue pill helps my erections but the PRF erection shot (the advanced P-shot or Priapus shot) made my erections more frequent, harder and longer lasting. It\u2019s such a relief. I even get a morning woody.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>\u201cI had breast cancer and went through immediate menopause. After I knew I was going to live, I wanted to feel better and hormones weren\u2019t an option for me. RegenCen in Petoskey got everything working and feeling good down there -so grateful for modern medicine.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>\u201cI\u2019m 75 and I\u2019m ok with some wrinkles and as a woman, I\u2019m just not ok with all of this hair thinning. Thanks to RegenCen in Traverse City, I have better hair and more confidence.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n"}},{"@type":"Question","name":"Is regenerative medicine new?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"<p>No. regenerative medicine has been around for decades, but isolated in different fields. Orthopedists have used PRF injections to heal joints and tendons since the 1990s; dentists started even earlier.<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019ve practiced regenerative medicine for years in a limited way. However, technology and medical advancements have expanded the conditions we treat and the results we achieve dramatically. So we opened a new division within Cosmetic Skin &amp; Laser Center called RegenCen throughout Michigan and Florida. And it will continue to advance and we will continue to offer more treatments.<\/p>\n"}},{"@type":"Question","name":"Is regenerative medicine safe?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"<p>Regenerative treatments have a nearly perfect safety record, with very few side effects. This is one of its greatest advantages compared to conventional medical treatment.<\/p>\n<p>Dr. Gustav Lo, MD, is a family physician who practiced primary and urgent care for 30 years, operating a group of clinics with over 40,000 patient visits a year. He\u2019s a natural skeptic, an avid reader of medical research, and a believer in the advancement of medicine. We guarantee that all of our treatments are backed by solid medical research. If we don\u2019t do a treatment you\u2019ve heard about and it\u2019s in our realm, it could be \u201cthe research just isn\u2019t there yet.\u201d We won\u2019t risk your safety, money or time.<\/p>\n"}},{"@type":"Question","name":"Are treatments covered by insurance?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"<p>No. Surprised? And we will spare you all the reasons.<\/p>\n"}},{"@type":"Question","name":"What conditions do you treat?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"<ul>\n<li>Erectile dysfunction<\/li>\n<li>Osteoarthritis<\/li>\n<li>Tendinitis, tennis elbow, plantar fasciitis<\/li>\n<li>Urge incontinence<\/li>\n<li>Stress incontinence<\/li>\n<li>Overactive bladder<\/li>\n<li>Vaginal atrophy<\/li>\n<li>Menopausal dryness<\/li>\n<li>Sexual dysfunction<\/li>\n<li>Thinning hair<\/li>\n<li>Dry eye<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Regenerative treatments are broad. Specialists use PRF in dental work, diabetic ulcers, and wound care. Our treatments are focused on problems\u00a0<i>everyone<\/i>\u00a0must face: primary care regenerative conditions.<\/p>\n"}},{"@type":"Question","name":"How long do regenerative treatments last?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"<p>Most treatments last for about a year and then maintenance treatments for osteoarthritis, sexual function, bladder control, vaginal atrophy, and hair loss are scheduled in one of our MIchigan or Florida offices annually.<\/p>\n"}},{"@type":"Question","name":"Why did you open RegenCen?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"<p>Easy question. Dr. Gustav Lo is passionate about being ahead of the curve but most importantly helping people feel better. This was a natural progression. We\u2019ve been offering feminine rejuvenation and PRF in Petoskey and Traverse City at Cosmetic Skin &amp; Laser Center since 2017 and opened our Naples office in 2022. As regenerative treatments have evolved so has our practice. It made sense to create a separate division. Today we have 15+ locations across Michigan and Florida.<\/p>\n"}},{"@type":"Question","name":"Are you a concierge physician?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"<p>Concierge physicians are primary care physicians. Dr. Lo has 30 years of experience in primary care but now his practice is exclusively regenerative. We offer similar conveniences as a concierge physician but we recommend our patients continue with their concierge physician as primary care provider. Many concierge physicians refer to us since concierge patients tend to be focused on optimal health.<\/p>\n"}}]}