Mark Dukshtein is a Board-Certified Doctor of Internal Medicine. He began his career as a Hospitalist in 2017, caring for acutely ill patients in medical and surgical wards. He enjoys being a part of the hospital’s community, and he finds the work fulfilling and important because he gets to help people who are in need of assistance, being at the forefront of the healthcare service.
Most of his patients in the hospital would be admitted for issues regarding their chronic health conditions. So much of the problem is the lifestyle, the food they consumed, and the types of movements they did. “I wanted to help people who were struggling with changing their lifestyle to become healthier people, especially before chronic illness sets in. If I was going to believe the hype, it would start with myself. Using a technique I learned about through talk therapy called self-compassion, I decided I was going to make lifestyle changes that would lead to a healthier life. I wanted to feel better, look better, and be better,” says Dr. Dukshtein.
He then went and began making lifestyle changes to himself first. Choosing better foods to eat, and also finding accountability partners when it came to working out. Dr. Dukshtein realized by naturally increasing his testosterone and stabilizing his insulin levels, his metabolism shifted in a way that left him with more energy, less anxiety, and much better sleep. Through that change in lifestyle, he discovered he had more time to dedicate to doing the things he loved, all while keeping in shape. When Dr. Dukshtein began sharing his fitness story, he realized that he was in the perfect position to do the same for his patients.
That is when Dr. Mark Dukshtein started PEAK by MD, a concierge program that offers a customized approach to helping you achieve your health goals. The core offering revolves around Bio-Identical Hormone Therapy. This consists of using tiny pellets that are inserted under the skin, which last approximately four months. It is a safe and effective treatment that offers convenience, customization and consistency. BHRT seeks to restore balance in women who deal with hormonal imbalances due to: PCOS (Weight gain, fatigue, cravings, irregular menstrual cycles, IBS, acne, hair loss, infertility), Peri-menopause (known as pre-menopause) or Estrogen Dominance (irregular periods, hot flashes, heavy bleeding, mood swings, sleep problems and low libido), Estrogen Deficiency (dry skin, brittle hair, vaginal dryness, low libido, weight gain and difficulty concentrating), Testosterone (low libido, mood changes, hair loss, reduced muscle tone, loss of motivation and poor concentration), Thyroid Dysfunction (cold intolerance, constipation, weight gain, fogginess, anxiety) and hormone therapy has been found to reduce risk of osteoporosis, dementia and heart disease. Testosterone has been shown to be protective against breast cancer in women as well.
What is Testosterone?
Testosterone is a naturally-occurring hormone that helps maintain:
- Bone density
- Muscle strength
- Red blood cell production
Men also benefit from BHRT. Low or sub-optimal (also called andropause) Testosterone levels lead to low energy, poor mood, low libido, ED, depression, weight gain, and low muscle tone. PEAK by MD starts you off on the road to change by collecting and taking note of their clients’ biological data. The process begins with obtaining a comprehensive blood test that can be done in the comfort of your own home or office and is generally covered by insurance. A set of specialized processes will be done on the received test samples. Next, a consultation is scheduled on Telehealth to discuss results, health goals, and a treatment plan that is right for you. This step is important, as one of PEAK by MD’s goals is to give patients a realistic sense of expectation based on their current state, helping their clients be aware of the changes their bodies will go through every step of the way. Treatment plans are customized based on patient goals and lab results, ensuring that every necessary step is taken. The final part of the process is the insertion of the hormone pellets, which is also done in the privacy of the patient’s home or office. Pellets last on average of 4 months for women and 4-5 months for men. PEAK by MD offers a line of supplements that are given based on symptoms, labs, and treatment plans. PEAK By MD is the only in-home concierge-style hormone therapy program, servicing patients in NJ, NYC, and Long Island! It’s time to take care of yourself and take your energy to its highest peak. It’s time to look better, feel better, and BE better.
