Testosterone Therapy in Sarasota, FL
Testosterone plays a powerful role in how you feel every day—from your energy levels and mental clarity to your mood, metabolism, and libido. While often associated with men, testosterone is essential for women’s health too—especially during perimenopause and menopause.
At Reveal Vitality, we don’t just look at symptoms in isolation. We take a root-cause approach to hormone health, combining advanced testing with personalized care to help you feel clear, strong, and like yourself again. Whether you’re dealing with fatigue, weight gain, low libido, or brain fog, we’ll help you get to the bottom of it—and build a plan that works with your body, not against it.
Testosterone Replacement Therapy in Sarasota
Testosterone Replacement Therapy for Women
Testosterone replacement therapy for women can reduce fatigue, increase bone density, and improve sex drive, which can be important when women reach menopause. Many women state they feel more engaged in daily life activities when they receive this therapy. Low levels of testosterone can cause brain fog and cognitive issues, making it difficult to concentrate. The positive effects of testosterone therapy become more noticeable over time, improving muscle tone, sex drive, and mood, with a reduced risk of osteoporosis.
Benefits of Testosterone Replacement Therapy
When your body isn’t producing enough testosterone naturally, Testosterone therapy restores hormone levels and physical energy. It can be a transformative treatment for people who are struggling with hormonal deficiencies. In men, it can increase muscle mass, sex drive, and bone strength. For women, low-dose testosterone therapy improves mood, sexual function, focus, and mental clarity.
Dr. Victoria Andarcia, MD
Board-Certified Internal Medicine Physician | Integrative & Functional Medicine
Dr. Victoria Andarcia is a board-certified internal medicine physician with advanced training in integrative and functional medicine. She completed the Andrew Weil Fellowship in Integrative Medicine at the University of Arizona and holds additional certifications through the Institute for Functional Medicine.
Why Work With Me?
- Expert Hormone Care Backed by Science and Compassion
- Board-certified in Internal Medicine
- Fellowship-trained in Integrative Medicine
- Root-cause focused
- Comprehensive care, not just a prescription
Why Testosterone Matters
Testosterone’s Role in the Body
• Mood and mental clarity
• Muscle and bone strength
• Libido and sexual health
• Energy and stamina
• Metabolism and body composition
Common Signs Your Testosterone May Be Low
• Fatigue
• Low libido or sexual dysfunction
• Brain fog
• Difficulty building muscle / increased body fat
• Irritability or low mood
• Poor sleep
• Hot flashes or night sweats (for women)
How We Test and Treat
- A Personalized, Root-Cause Approach:
- Comprehensive bloodwork and/or DUTCH test
- Looking at more than just total testosterone (free T, SHBG, DHEA, cortisol, thyroid)
- Lifestyle + nutritional foundation first
- Testosterone therapy if clinically indicated
- Monitoring for safety, symptom improvement, and optimization
The Process, Step-by-Step
1. Initial consult + labs
2. In-depth review + personalized plan
3. Treatment recommendations
4. Regular follow-ups and monitoring
5. Lifestyle support to enhance and sustain results
Ready to Feel Like Yourself Again?
What Our Clients Are Saying
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“Dr. Andarcia is everything you want to see in your doctor. She patiently listens and priotizes what you have to say abaout your health and I could tell she really cared about making me better. Her follow-ups are very detailed and she leaves no stone unturned. She put me on a very specific protocol, which I followed, and got results better than what I had expected. I am forever grateful for Dr. Andarcia and her role in restoring my health.”
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“Victoria has been an incredible support as I prepare for my pregnancy next year. Her deep knowledge of fertility and hormones, combined with her personalized approach, has given me so much clarity and confidence in my journey. She’s helped me create a plan tailored to my unique needs, focusing on optimizing my health and preparing my body for a healthy pregnancy. Victoria truly listens and provides actionable steps that feel manageable and empowering. I can’t recommend her enough to anyone looking for expert guidance and compassionate care on their fertility journey!“
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“I cannot say enough great things about working with Dr. Victoria Andarcia! She has helped to optimize my health and wellness to a whole different level using a thorough holistic approach. She has helped me with an ulcer, a parasitic gut infection, as well as my hormone management. She listens without judgement, answers all of my questions, and cares deeply for her patients. She’s taken such great care of me that I’ve referred my wife and many others to her care – and they all sing her praises!“
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“Dr Andarcia is the first Dr I’ve found to completely understand me and my health concerns. I have had gut health problems for years that Drs could not fix, in fact they were only made worse by having my gallbladder removed. Dr Andarcia’s integrative full body approach including gut and hormone optimization is right up my alley. Ordering a GI Map test after my first appointment was very telling in the results, and Dr Andarcia went over every aspect of the findings, alongside my bloodwork, with a plan to follow, without rushing. She makes sure your therapy is working well for you, and adjusts anything as needed. My progress is already astounding, I can’t wait to update this in 6 months to see more!”
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“I met Dr. Victoria about two years ago. And I can openly say that she is one of the best doctors I have had in years.
I have had a very difficult season of physical and emotional situations and she has been a great blessing for my life and also for my family.
Dr. Victoria is very sweet, she really cares about her patients, takes her time to listen and analyze situations, follows up, and has helped me in different ways. She does everything in her power for the health and tranquility of her patients. In December she took the time to send a very personal Christmas postcard which deeply touched my heart because not all doctors do that or to put it better, none.
In the disasters after the hurricanes, she took care of asking which of her patients needed some kind of help.
Dr. Victoria is a true blessing to the community. I am grateful to God for putting her in our lives.”
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“Can’t say enough wonderful things about Dr.Andarcia… after experiencing a year filled with 3 miscarriages I reached out because I wanted a different approach to my health. I have generally always been healthy and have no chronic issues so I felt blown off by traditional approaches. Dr. Andarcia listened to my concerns and really evaluated and identified where things were falling short for me at a molecular level. After a couple of months of small lifestyle adjustments and enhancing my vitamin regimen I again became pregnant and am now 31 weeks. So grateful for Dr. Andarcia’s personalized approach to my health and look forward to continuing follow up with her long term. Highly recommend!”
Our Full Range of Hormone Treatments
Women’s Hormone Imbalance/Balance
Estrogen Dominance Treatment
Hormone Therapy for Low Libido
Hormone Optimization
Testosterone Therapy FAQs
Is testosterone replacement therapy safe?
Age, overall health, and preexisting conditions all affect how a person responds to testosterone therapy. When it's prescribed and monitored appropriately by a qualified physician, who provides regular check-ups to adjust dosage, it's considered safe, and testosterone replacement therapy can be an effective method to balance hormones.
How long does it take for testosterone therapy to work?
Testosterone therapy works in stages, and physicians report that the first signs of improvement in symptoms occur during the first few weeks, such as feeling more energetic or balanced. Better sleep quality, increased muscle tone, and an increase in sexual interest may develop gradually over the next few months. The timeline may vary based on the person’s age, health status, and how low their levels were initially. Experiencing the full range of benefits from testosterone therapy often takes at least a few months because it reshapes how your body and mind function. Following up with your physician so they can track your progress or make adjustments to your treatment is advised, and doctors recommend consistent use to achieve the best results.
What are the signs of low testosterone in females?
If you feel tired frequently, uninterested in intimacy, or not like yourself, low testosterone may be part of the reason why. It can also cause mood swings, trouble sleeping, thinning hair, and dry skin. These symptoms sometimes overlap with other conditions, so it's important to get thorough lab testing and evaluation by a qualified physician who understands how to manage hormone levels.
Will testosterone make a woman lose weight?
Testosterone therapy may support weight loss by increasing a woman’s lean muscle mass and improving metabolic efficiency. Other factors like diet, exercise, insulin resistance, and thyroid function are still important additional factors when women want to lose weight. Our Reveal Vitality physicians can help you achieve your health goals by assessing if you need hormone replacement therapy and developing appropriate customized treatment plans.
Is Testosterone Therapy Right for You?
- Men experiencing andropause
- Women with low libido, fatigue, or hormonal imbalances (esp. perimenopause or menopause)
- People who have tried everything else but still don’t feel like themselves