Gender Affirming
Care in Iowa
If you reside in Iowa, you can see a True U Medical Practitioner as early as tomorrow, and start your Hormone Therapy from the comfort and safety of your home. Let’s Go!
Our Services
Hormone therapy
We provide safe and medically supervised hormone therapy to the trans community (typically ages 18 and older). We provide these services in a safe, judgement-free, and secure setting utilizing modern HIPAA-compliant technology and the most up-to-date clinical practices.
Testosterone therapy
For folx looking for testosterone hormone therapy and/or testosterone replacement therapy, we offer injectable testosterone, as well as topical routes such as creams, gels and patches.
Estrogen + Therapy
For folx looking for estrogen hormone therapy and/or estrogen replacement therapy, we offer estradiol in pill, patch and injectable routes. We also commonly prescribe anti-androgens (T blockers), finasteride and can prescribe progesterone if desired.
PrEP and STI testing
PrEP – A safer way to play
PrEP is an anti-viral treatment to prevent HIV in those who are at a higher risk of contracting HIV. Taken daily, PrEP medications can prevent up to 99% of HIV infections. Ask your True U provider if PrEP is right for you.
STI testing
Routine STI testing helps ensure your health and the health of your partners. We offer comprehensive STI testing including HIV, Gonorrhea, Chlamydia, Syphilis, Hepatitis B and C. We encourage you to talk with your True U provider to discuss your sexual health care and wellness!
Pricing
Simple, upfront pricing. No monthly fees. No surprise bills.
Labs can be covered by insurance or are $99 through True U.
All expenses are eligible for HSA and FSA reimbursement
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Online Medical Visits
Visits with True U Clinic are done from the convenience of your home over video and telephone platforms.
The visit is treated like any other doctor appointment, but virtually!
Blood work can be done from your house or locally at a lab close to you and the results are then sent to us. Once we start hormone therapy, we can have the medications shipped directly from the pharmacy to your home. Thus the process can be completed 100% from the privacy of your home!
Local True U Hormone Therapy Providers
Julie P. (she/her)
Family NP, Clinic Director
Julie is a Family Nurse Practitioner who has been practicing since 2012 following her graduation from Columbia University’s highly ranked NP program... She’s a lifelong caretaker with an extensive background in health care ranging from work in emergency services, urgent care, college health and sexual/reproductive health. During her time in college health, Julie realized just how poor and limited gender-affirming care was which led her to helping to launch and lead True U. She is dedicated and passionate about providing competent, compassionate gender-affirming care and increasing access to care through technology and innovation, and considers her work at True U to be the most rewarding of her career. She truly loves the meaningful time she gets to spend with her clients every single day and feels privileged to be serving hundreds of clients across the country. When not working, Julie enjoys exploring with her family, skiing, horseback riding and pickleball. Read More
Melanie A. (she/her/hers)
MSN, ANP, GNP
Melanie has practiced since 2012. She is a graduate of the University of Texas. She practiced in multiple settings including community health... and primary care. She enjoys delivering care to diverse cultures and populations. Melanie has strong LGBTQ family ties. She is very enthusiastic about delivering gender affirming hormone therapy and assisting individuals with their transitional journey. Read More
Harper M. (they/them)
FNP
Harper is a non-binary family nurse practitioner who received their Master of Science in Nursing and Doctorate in Nursing Practice from Frontier... Nursing University in Hyden, KY. They bring healthcare experience from a variety of settings, including hospital-based acute care, oncology, and office-based primary care. Harper has been providing hormone therapy to the LGBTQIA2S+ community since 2019 and continues to pursue educational opportunities that keep them up to date on the newest research and treatments. Harper strives to make all patients feel seen, heard, and validated. Their goal is to partner with each person and come up with an individualized treatment plan to achieve their embodiment goals. Harper is passionate about providing healthcare that is body-positive/HAES, trauma- informed, and person-centered. When not working, Harper enjoys spending time with their wife Meagan and butt-head rescue Pitbull named Elden. They also enjoy gardening, watching NFL football (go Cardinals!), playing fantasy football, and making fermented foods. They look forward to meeting you soon! Read More
Why True U Clinic?
| True U Clinic | Other Solutions |
|---|---|
| No recurring membership – pay only for what you need, when you need it. | Recurring membership, regardless of when you use it or need it. |
| Digital video appointments. Easy, private, secure | In-person |
| Labs your way, on your own time | Public labs, uncomfortable |
| Short appointment wait time – get started this week | Long appointment wait times |
| Fastest response time – you are our priority! | Long response times, if at all responsive |
| Easy and secure booking and appointment management portal | No portal |
| Dedicated health care professional | Rotating staff of health care professionals |
| Knowledgeable, supportive staff | Staff may not be knowledgeable or supportive about trans-specific concerns or issues |
| 100% Five-star reviews | Mixed reviews |
Frequently Asked Questions
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We typically have appointments openings within ten days. You can easily, quickly, and confidentially schedule your appointment now!
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Labs can be done in one of the three following ways:
Make an appointment at LabCorp: Have them drawn at a LabCorp near you. You can use insurance or self-pay through True U for $99.
Have the lab come to you: A mobile phlebotomist can draw the lab work directly from the privacy of your home! This service is $99 (+ $99 for self-pay labs).
Use a walk-in clinic. You may use insurance or self-pay. For self-pay we ship the lab supplies to you so you have them drawn at the walk-in clinic of your choice. The cost of self-pay labs (incl the lab kit) is $99.
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We will send your prescription to the pharmacy of your choice. In addition, you may also use our mail-in pharmacy partner NewEra Pharmacy or our compounding pharmacy partner Empower Pharmacy.
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Insurance may cover your medications. Out-of-pocket costs for medications are typically $20-60/month, depending on route of administration, types of medications, etc. If you self-pay for medications, we recommend using a GoodRx coupon for the lowest prices.
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Consultation visits include STI testing, PrEP, and other hormone therapy needs outside of routine follow-up visits. The cost of consultation visits is $179/visit.
PrEP is an anti-viral treatment to prevent HIV in those who are at a higher risk of contracting HIV. Taken daily, PrEP medications can prevent up to 99% of HIV infections. Ask your True U provider if PrEP is right for you.
Routine STI testing helps ensure your health and the health of your partners. We offer comprehensive STI testing including HIV, Gonorrhea, Chlamydia, Syphilis, Hepatitis B and C. We encourage you to talk with your True U provider to discuss your sexual health care and wellness!
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No, we do not charge monthly membership fees. At True U, you only pay for the care you receive.
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In short, yes. At True U, we understand that transferring care can sometimes feel overwhelming. That’s why we’re committed to providing our clients with a seamless and stress-free process. Rather than requiring a two-visit start-up, we take the initiative to order labs before your first visit, allowing us to seamlessly continue your prescription from the very start. Our goal is to ensure your transition is as smooth as possible and to provide the high-quality care you deserve from day one.
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We provide safe and medically supervised hormone therapy services in a safe, judgement-free, and secure setting utilizing modern HIPAA-compliant technology and the most up-to-date clinical practices.
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Yes, as long as your provider is registered to practice in your state, you can choose your provider. You can sign up for your appointment (and choose your provider) by navigating to our online scheduling portal.
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The bad news: We don’t take insurance. The good news: This means your information stays private, and you’ll never have to worry about claims being denied. Plus, we’ll provide you with a Superbill that you can submit to your insurance provider for potential reimbursement. And, to make things even easier, we accept HSA and FSA payments!
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Our services are typically available for individuals over the age of 18. However, in certain states, we may be able to provide care for those under 18 with parental or guardian consent. Please call our office for more details on availability of care.