3,000+ Women Treated Across Maine & New Hampshire

It's Not Just Menopause. It's Your Hormones.
You Can Feel Like Yourself Again.

The hot flashes, the 3am night sweats, the weight that won't budge, the brain fog that hits by noon. Your doctor ran a basic panel, said everything looks normal, and sent you home. Med Matrix tests 40+ hormone and nutrient markers to find what standard labs miss, then builds a bioidentical hormone plan around your specific results.

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Your Doctor Says It's Just Menopause. Your Body Says It's More.

These symptoms aren't something you have to wait out for a decade. Each one points to a specific hormonal shift that shows up on the right lab work. If nobody has tested you properly, the real answer is still hidden.

If you're experiencing any of these, we can help.

How It Works

Your path to feeling like yourself again, step by step.

1

Free Discovery Call

Talk with our patient coordinator to discuss your goals, symptoms, and concerns. We will help you understand your options and create a personalized next step, or point you in the best direction.

2

80+ Biomarker Test and Full Body Scan

We run a comprehensive panel of 80+ lab markers along with a full body composition scan so nothing gets missed and your provider has the complete picture.

3

Your Medical Team Reviews Everything

Our providers review your labs, medical history, and health questionnaires to build a personalized treatment plan tailored to your specific results and goals.

4

60-Minute Provider Consultation

Sit down with your provider for a full hour to go over your results and build a personalized plan using the best of natural and modern medicine.

5

Ongoing Support and Progress

We continue monitoring your labs, adjusting your plan, and providing support to make sure you see real, measurable progress with your health.

Why Med Matrix

40+ lab markers tested before any treatment starts
Providers who specialize in women's hormone health
Bioidentical hormones dosed to your lab results, not averages
Labs retested every 90 days with protocol adjustments
In-person care in South Portland, ME
Root-cause approach: find the why, not just the what

Generic Options typically lack all of the above.

Understanding Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy

Your hormones work as a system. When one declines, the others compensate, creating a cascade of symptoms that no single fix can solve. Bioidentical HRT supports balance across the whole system using hormones that are structurally identical to what your body naturally produces.

Estrogen

Estrogen influences hundreds of processes in a woman's body, from mental clarity and bone density to cardiovascular health and skin. As levels drop through perimenopause and menopause, symptoms like hot flashes, brain fog, and stubborn midsection weight gain often follow. We use bioidentical estradiol delivered topically, which avoids the liver-metabolism issues associated with oral synthetic estrogen.

Supports relief from hot flashes and night sweats Supports cognitive clarity and memory Supports bone density Supports cardiovascular health
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Progesterone

Progesterone is the calming hormone. It supports deep sleep, eases anxiety, and protects the uterine lining when estrogen is present. Many women in perimenopause lose progesterone first, which is why disrupted sleep and anxiety often show up before other menopause symptoms. We use bioidentical progesterone, not synthetic progestins, because the tolerability profiles are different.

Supports deep, restorative sleep Supports a calmer, steadier mood Protects the uterine lining Naturally calming

Testosterone

Testosterone is not just a men's hormone. It supports women's energy, mental clarity, muscle tone, and libido. Conventional medicine rarely tests or addresses female testosterone, even though declining levels can drive symptoms that get blamed on aging or mood. We dose testosterone precisely based on your lab results, starting low and adjusting to avoid unwanted side effects.

Supports energy and motivation Supports mental sharpness and focus Supports lean muscle Supports libido
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Why Hormones Decline

Hormone production often begins shifting in your mid-30s, a full 10 to 15 years before most doctors will acknowledge a problem. Estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone all change at different rates, creating imbalances that standard blood panels are not designed to catch. By the time your labs look officially menopausal, you may have been symptomatic for years. Early testing and early support can change the trajectory.

Shifts can start in your mid-30s Symptoms often appear years before labs confirm menopause Each hormone changes at a different rate Early support tends to produce better outcomes

Meet Your Medical Team

Our providers bring together board-certified medicine, functional medicine, and specialized expertise so your plan is built on real data, not guesswork.

Dr. Paul Laband

Dr. Paul Laband

MD

Board-Certified Internal Medicine

  • 25+ years clinical experience
  • MD, Tufts University School of Medicine
  • Chief Resident, Maine Medical Center
Dr. Sasha Rose

Dr. Sasha Rose

ND, LAc

Naturopathic Doctor & Acupuncturist

  • Forbes Health Advisory Board member
  • Over 20 years in functional medicine
  • Lead provider at Med Matrix
Gabriel Rocha

Gabriel Rocha

PA-C, MMSc, IFMCP

Functional Medicine Provider

  • IFM Certified Practitioner
  • MMSc from Yale University
  • 14+ years, expert in bioidentical HRT
Collin Dees

Collin Dees

MPAS, PA-C

Physician Assistant

  • Summa cum laude, Seton Hill University
  • Advanced BHRT & hormone optimization
  • 350+ concierge patients
Colin Renaud

Colin Renaud

DC, DNM, MS, PA-C, FAAMFM, ABAAHP

Functional & Regenerative Medicine

  • Triple-board certified
  • Fellow in Anti-Aging & Metabolic Medicine
  • Hormone, longevity & regenerative specialist
Sophia Viner

Sophia Viner

DNP, ANP-BC

Adult Nurse Practitioner

  • 20+ years clinical experience
  • Specializes in BHRT for women
  • Doctor of Nursing Practice, IFM member
Carrie Siefer

Carrie Siefer

Aesthetics Director & Co-founder

  • Med Matrix co-founder
  • Decades of skincare experience
  • Regenerative aesthetics specialist

Hear From Real Patients

Don't just take our word for it. Watch real patients share their experiences with Med Matrix.

Patient Transformations

Cat's Story

Cat's Story

Menopause, hormone imbalance, anxiety. Doctors kept giving her more estrogen when she actually needed progesterone and testosterone. “I feel like I got myself back.”

Joy's Story

Joy's Story

Menopause and hormone support with better sleep. Feeling like herself again, managed conveniently through telehealth.

Heidi's Story

Heidi's Story

Menopause, weight that wouldn't move, poor sleep, and thyroid. Found the hormone picture her standard labs had missed.

Linda's Story

Linda's Story

Hormones, joint pain, and menopause after years of being dismissed. Back to feeling like herself.

Laurie's Story

Laurie's Story

Her hormone patches and progesterone dose were wrong. Multiple doctors could not agree. Med Matrix corrected her hormone balance.

Laura's Story

Laura's Story

Low energy and thyroid issues. Worked with her providers to get off several pharmaceuticals.

Heather's Story

Heather's Story

Menopausal symptoms dismissed by her PCP. Now losing weight, sleeping better, and understands the biology behind her symptoms.

Elizabeth's Story

Elizabeth's Story

Postmenopausal, turning 60. Lost 30 lbs, people say she looks younger. Better skin, hair, and mental clarity. Hormones plus peptides.

Elizabeth's Update

Elizabeth's Update

Sleep transformed from a broken 5-6 hours to a solid 9pm-5am. No pain lying in bed. Less anxiety.

Renee's Story

Renee's Story

Now feels in control of her health for the first time. Women's wellness and preventative care.

Debbie's Story

Debbie's Story

Adrenal fatigue and joint pain. Got her energy back with a root-cause plan and regenerative care.

Lindsay's Story

Lindsay's Story

Weight that wouldn't budge, poor sleep, and low energy. Found what standard labs missed and turned it around.

Kim's Story

Kim's Story

Weight gain, body pain, and low energy. Pain relief and her energy back.

Barbra's Story

Barbra's Story

Back in the gym, losing weight, and finally clear on what's actually driving her health.

Carla's Story

Carla's Story

Left feeling hopeless by her regular doctor. Now pain free and full of energy.

Victoria's Story

Victoria's Story

Autoimmune issues and Graves disease had left her unable to get out of bed. Back on her feet.

See What Makes Us Different

POV: Your First Visit at Med Matrix

POV: Your First Visit at Med Matrix

See exactly what to expect when you walk through our doors. From check-in to your personalized health assessment, we make the process simple and comfortable.

Deep Dives on Health & Wellness

Our providers break down the science behind your health concerns and what you can do about them.

Women 40+: The Real Talk on HRT, Focus, Sleep, and Fewer Hot Flashes

Women 40+: The Real Talk on HRT, Focus, Sleep, and Fewer Hot Flashes

The honest conversation about what HRT can do for focus, sleep, and hot flash relief after 40.

Over 35? Here's the Real Reason Your Hormones Are Causing Fatigue, Weight Gain & Imbalance

Over 35? Here's the Real Reason Your Hormones Are Causing Fatigue, Weight Gain & Imbalance

Why hormone shifts after 35 lead to stubborn symptoms, and what you can do about it.

PMS? Acne? Stubborn Belly Fat? Your Estrobolome May Be the Cause

PMS? Acne? Stubborn Belly Fat? Your Estrobolome May Be the Cause

The gut-hormone connection most doctors miss, and how it drives stubborn symptoms.

If You're Waking Up at 3AM, Watch This (There's a Reason)

If You're Waking Up at 3AM, Watch This (There's a Reason)

What the 3am wake-up pattern can tell you about your hormones and stress response.

Real Patients. Real Results.

I was skeptical at first, but after 3 months on my personalized plan, I feel better than I have in years. The brain fog is gone, I sleep through the night, and I actually have energy again.

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Sarah M.
South Portland, ME · Verified Patient

The team at Med Matrix actually listened. They ran tests no other doctor had ordered. Turns out my hormones were completely off. Six weeks in and I feel like a different person.

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Karen T.
Portland, ME · Verified Patient

Hot flashes, the 2am wake-ups, mood swings, all so much better. I only wish I had found Med Matrix sooner. The process was easy, the staff is incredible, and the results speak for themselves.

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Lisa R.
Scarborough, ME · Verified Patient

Find Us in South Portland

Conveniently located off the Maine Mall Road, serving patients across Maine & New Hampshire.

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Med Matrix - Functional Medicine and MedSpa

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198 Maine Mall Rd

South Portland, ME 04106

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Mon - Fri: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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Your Questions, Answered

Yes. We treat the full picture: estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, thyroid, and the nutrient levels that affect how your body uses those hormones. Every plan starts with comprehensive lab work and a provider evaluation.

Safety depends on your health history, which is exactly why we start with comprehensive labs and a provider evaluation. We use bioidentical hormones dosed to your results and monitor you with regular retesting. Your provider will walk you through the risks and benefits for your specific situation.

Bioidentical hormones are structurally identical to the ones your body already makes and are compounded to match your needs based on lab results. Synthetic hormones are chemically altered versions your body processes differently. We use bioidentical hormones and dose them to your numbers.

Yes. We run labs before recommending anything. This is how we avoid the guesswork that makes generic hormone therapy fall short. Your plan is built on your numbers, not averages.

Possibly. Bring what you have and our team will review it. If the panel is recent and detailed enough, we can use it. If not, we'll fill in the gaps.

Typically every 90 days during the first year. Retesting lets us see how your body is responding and fine-tune your plan.

Yes. Hormone shifts often begin in the mid-30s, years before periods stop, during a phase called perimenopause. Many women have symptoms long before standard labs look officially menopausal, which is why earlier, deeper testing matters.

Optimal. A “normal” range covers most of the population, which means you can feel terrible and still fall inside it. We look at where your levels should be for you to actually feel good and function well.

Yes. We test 40+ markers including free and total hormone levels, full thyroid panels, metabolic markers, vitamins, minerals, and inflammatory markers. Standard blood work checks 10 to 15. The difference is the difference between guessing and knowing.

Hormone imbalance, menopause and perimenopause symptoms, fatigue, weight loss resistance, poor sleep, brain fog, mood changes, thyroid issues, and longevity goals.

Med Matrix is a precision and functional medicine clinic that helps patients find and address the root cause of their health concerns. We use advanced testing, personalized treatment plans, and innovative therapies to improve energy, hormones, recovery, body composition, performance, and long-term health.

Med Matrix looks deeper than symptom management. Instead of simply treating surface-level issues, we use advanced diagnostics and personalized care plans to uncover what is really going on and create a strategy to help you feel and perform at your best.

Med Matrix is for adults who want to improve their health, fix ongoing symptoms, optimize hormones, lose weight, improve recovery, increase energy, enhance performance, and stay healthier as they age.

No. Med Matrix does not take insurance.

Yes. Many Med Matrix services can be paid for using HSA or FSA funds.

Yes. Med Matrix offers payment plan options.

The cost depends on your goals, the testing you need, and the treatments included in your personalized plan. Our team will walk you through pricing based on exactly what is right for you.

The first step is scheduling an initial consultation or discovery call. From there, we guide you through testing, provider review, and your personalized treatment plan.

Yes. Med Matrix offers telehealth for consultations, follow-ups, and lab reviews when appropriate.

Yes. Med Matrix provides detailed receipts and documentation that patients can use for HSA, FSA, or possible out-of-network reimbursement purposes.

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