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The Apex MD difference

Men’s health, measured then optimized.

Get clear answers with comprehensive labs, then personalized treatment with the Apex MD Men’s Health & Testosterone program, so you can feel, perform and look your best at every stage of life.

  • Comprehensive lab testingTestosterone, PSA and full blood count
  • Physician reviewApex MD physician review of your results
  • Personalized treatmentMedication and protocol tailored to your biology
  • Ongoing optimizationFollow-up labs and adjustments to keep you on track
Glen Cove member price · Save $100Regularly $249 to start$149 to startthen $199/month ongoing
  • Quarterly bloodwork
  • Medications you need
  • Physician visits
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Metabolic & hormone health

What changes
when your
metabolic &
hormone health
is optimized

When your body is in balance, the work you were already doing starts to pay. Men consistently report noticeable change in energy, body composition, mood and sleep — often within the first 8 to 12 weeks.

Recognize any of these?
  • Brain fog or trouble focusing
  • Stubborn belly fat or lost muscle
  • Fatigue or low energy levels
  • Low libido or weaker erections
  • Low drive or increased irritability
  • Slow recovery between workouts
  • Poor sleep or waking up tired
  • Hair thinning or hair loss
  • Losing strength or stamina
  • Anxiety or increased stress
Illustration of the change hormone and metabolic optimization can make for a man in midlife
Find out what your body actually needs: bloodwork plus a medical consult.
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Labs first

Find the Cause.
Then Optimize.

Apex MD looks beyond just testosterone to identify and fix the real factors that can lower your natural levels, slow fat loss, and make it harder to build muscle.

Apex MD Advanced Diagnostics blood tube beside the Apex MD app showing a health analysis: overall health score 89, biological age 36.4, biomarker highlights and weight trend

The difference is a more complete plan

Typical men’s health programsTestosterone-only clinics

  • Tests testosterone (total)
  • Doesn’t look at metabolic markers
  • Doesn’t check lipids (cholesterol)
  • Doesn’t assess inflammation
  • Focuses only on raising testosterone
Apex MDA more complete
men’s health plan
  • Tests testosterone (total, free & bioavailable)
  • Evaluates metabolic markers (glucose, insulin, A1c) that can lower natural testosterone and make fat loss harder
  • Checks lipid markers (cholesterol, HDL, LDL, triglycerides) that impact hormone production and heart health
  • Measures inflammation (e.g., CRP) that can suppress testosterone and slow recovery, fat loss and muscle gain
  • Creates a personalized plan to optimize hormones, metabolism and overall performance
The result: Healthier hormone levelsMore efficient fat lossBetter muscle gainLong-term performance

+17 lbs muscleBuilt naturally, without testosterone replacement

Pedro didn’t start testosterone replacement. His Apex MD physician used enclomiphene to boost his body’s own production, added sermorelin and a 3-day lifting plan, and tracked it all with quarterly labs.

Pedro Rivera before and after 5 months on the Apex MD program: 17 lbs of muscle gained and 13 lbs of fat lost +17 lbs muscle−13 lbs fat
BeforeAfter
Apex MD Enclomiphene Citrate capsules
His total testosterone
2501,100ng/dL
Before · lowAfter 5 months

4.4× higher, made by his own body with enclomiphene. No testosterone replacement.

Natural testosterone · 5-month transformation

How Pedro Rivera gained 17 lbs of muscle and lost 13 lbs of fat in 5 months, naturally

Pedro followed the Apex MD Men’s Health program built from his labs. Enclomiphene raised his own testosterone, sermorelin supported recovery and lean mass, and he trained 3 days a week. He got his libido back, along with the energy and focus he’d been missing at work.

Fat lost−13 lbsbody fat
Muscle gained+17 lbslean muscle
Testosterone sourceHis ownno replacement therapy

His program

  • Quarterly lab panels
  • Apex MD Men’s Health program
  • Enclomiphene to boost natural testosterone
  • Sermorelin peptide
  • Strength training 3 days a week

What changed in 5 months

  • Gained 17 lbs of muscle
  • Lost 13 lbs of fat
  • Libido back
  • Energy and focus back at work

Individual results vary. Pedro’s results reflect his physician-supervised protocol, labs and consistent training over time.

Start with labs — $149
The power of testosterone

Testosterone isn’t just a sex hormone. It runs your whole body.

Testosterone receptors sit in your brain, muscle, bone, heart and blood. Levels drift down year after year from early adulthood, slowly enough that the fatigue, lost drive and softer midsection get blamed on age, stress or a busy schedule. That’s why the symptoms rarely stay in one place.

1.6%average yearly drop in total testosterone in aging menBioavailable testosterone fell faster, 2–3% a year
~39%of men 45 and older in primary care had low testosteroneTotal testosterone under 300 ng/dL, in a study of 2,162 men
1 in 2men with type 2 diabetes or obesity in that study had low testosteroneLow T and insulin resistance tend to travel together

  • Brain

    Testosterone supports drive, focus and mood. Low motivation and brain fog in midlife are signals worth measuring.

  • Bone

    Testosterone, partly converted to estradiol, keeps bone dense. Low levels speed bone loss and raise fracture risk.

  • Muscle

    Testosterone drives muscle protein synthesis, strength and recovery, the tissue that protects your metabolism and joints.

  • Heart & metabolism

    Low testosterone tracks with belly fat, insulin resistance and less favorable lipids.

Apex MD Enclomiphene Citrate capsules, bioidentical testosterone cream SmartPump and Testosterone Cypionate + Anastrozole vial

Testosterone cream, injections or enclomiphene, physician prescribed and dosed to your own labs, only when your panel calls for it.

Check my levels — $149

Sources: Feldman et al., Massachusetts Male Aging Study, J Clin Endocrinol Metab 2002; Mulligan et al., Hypogonadism in Males (HIM) study, Int J Clin Pract 2006. Testosterone therapy isn’t right for everyone; your physician reviews your labs and history first.

Training response

Get more out of
every workout

Optimize Your Hormones.
Maximize Your Results.

When your hormones and metabolism are balanced, your body responds better to training. You build more lean muscle, burn fat faster, recover quicker, and feel stronger every day.

More muscle gain Anabolic hormones help you build lean muscle more efficiently.
Faster fat burn Balanced metabolism helps your body tap into fat for fuel, not store it.
Better recovery Lower stress hormones and improved sleep help you bounce back faster.
More energy & focus Stable hormones mean more energy, drive, and consistency in your training.
A man doing a one-arm dumbbell row at Glen Cove Fitness, with how balanced hormones improve training response

Men’s hormones set the ceiling. Testosterone, cortisol and insulin shape how you build muscle, store fat, recover, and perform. Dialing them in is the key to lasting results.

Belly fat

Belly fat is a
hormone problem
under the muscle

  1. Low testosterone shifts fat to the belly
  2. Insulin resistance adds volume
  3. Belly fat converts testosterone to estrogen
  4. Lost lean mass slows your metabolism

Pinchable fat sits under the skin. Visceral fat sits deeper, beneath the abdominal wall and wrapped around the liver and intestines. It is metabolically active: it raises inflammation, worsens insulin resistance and carries aromatase, the enzyme that turns testosterone into estradiol.

That is why a hard, stubborn gut tracks with hormone and metabolic status, not willpower.

How Apex MD corrects it

No topical treatment, no procedure. Body composition change driven by a corrected panel, strength training 3 times per week and a high-protein diet.

Get started — $149 to start

Visceral fat comes off over months of body composition change, not weeks. Individual results vary with genetics, age and starting body composition.

The science of belly fat: skin, subcutaneous fat, the abdominal muscle wall and visceral fat wrapped around the organs
Rick Parsons · Apex MD testosterone program Rick Parsons before and after the Apex MD testosterone program, with 10 inches off his waist
  • Belly fat pushing out past the waistband
  • Rounded, soft midsection
  • 3 lbs of visceral fat lost
  • 10 inches off his waist
Real men. Real results.

Thousands of men have already changed their numbers

Personalized care. Science-backed protocols. Life-changing results. See how Apex MD helped these men take back their health.

John Piontek before, and after losing over 100 lbs of fat

Lost over 100 lbs of fat, got his confidence back, and met his dream wife in 9 months.

John Piontek Orlando, FL
Mitch Banta before, and after gaining 7 lbs of muscle and losing 23 lbs of fat

Gained 7 lbs of muscle and lost 23 lbs of fat in under 90 days. Body composition completely changed.

Mitch Banta Fort Worth, TX
Carlos Velez before, and after losing 95 lbs of fat and gaining 12 lbs of muscle

Lost 95 lbs of fat and gained 12 lbs of muscle after years of diets that never stuck.

Carlos Velez Apex MD patient
Case study
Darick Pope

“Apex MD’s Men’s Health & Testosterone program transformed my body, strength, energy, mental health and marriage.”

In 12 weeks Darick lost 43 lbs of fat and gained 21 lbs of muscle, and in his words the program changed his body, strength, energy, mental health and marriage.

His Apex MD physician built his plan from his labs: testosterone cypionate injections once a week, sermorelin peptide, and strength training 3 times a week.

Before Apex
Brain fog
Low drive
Low energy
Joint pain
Low confidence
Belly fat
Sleep issues
Irritable
After Apex
High confidence
Strong drive
High energy
No joint pain
No brain fog
Reduced belly fat
Sleeping well
Even-tempered
12-week transformation Strength training 3 times a week, testosterone cypionate injections once a week, and sermorelin peptide.
Fat lost 43 LBS
Muscle gained 21 LBS
Total weight lost 22 LBS

Results vary. Case study represents one patient’s experience with Apex MD.

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Dr. Jim Bowen, Chief Medical Officer
Dr. Jim Bowen · Chief Medical Officer

All Apex MD Men’s Optimal Health panels and protocols are written by Dr. Bowen.

Apex MD’s Chief Medical Officer oversees all 1,000 Apex MD physicians and is the lead programmer of Apex MD AI. He chose every marker on these panels — so every insight arrives interpreted, in context, and tied to a clear next step.

#1 Rated Longevity Physician in Florida
Helped Build the #1 Longevity Clinic in the World
Mayo Clinic Award-Winning Physician
Current American Cancer Society Board Member
Former Chief of Medical Staff of the United States Navy
Wrote the Protocols for the US Navy SEALs
Personally Served the Royal Family of the UAE
40 Years of Medical Practice
Apex specialists, systems and methods have been used by: The White House, Mayo Clinic, American Cancer Society, New York Yankees, United States Olympic Team, Dallas Cowboys, Mr. Olympia winners, PGA Tour winners, Texas Rangers, United States Navy SEALs, Texas Health Resources

How the program works

A simple, science-backed process designed around you.

Step 1

Bloodwork

Don’t waste your time

Without bloodwork there is no way to know what your body needs. The Apex hormone and metabolic panel removes the guesswork about which supplements, nutrition and training will actually move your numbers.

Blood sample being handled in a lab
Step 2

Meet your Apex MD provider

Understand what your body needs

Your physician identifies the specific vitamins, peptides or hormone therapies that address the biomarkers your panel flagged, so nothing you spend goes to waste.

A man meeting his Apex MD physician by video
Step 3

Begin your personalized optimization program

Built from your labs

Your physician personalizes your medications based on your bloodwork and gives you a 90-day total optimization plan. Testosterone cypionate, enclomiphene and testosterone cream are included. Supplements and peptides are recommended based on your personal needs and purchased separately.

Apex MD Enclomiphene Citrate capsules, bioidentical testosterone cream SmartPump and Testosterone Cypionate + Anastrozole vial
Step 4

Run the protocol, track the results

Monitor and adjust

Workouts, nutrition, medications, follow-up labs and baseline metrics all live in the Apex MD portal, so you can see whether your effort is working. Support staff are available at every step.

A man checking his Apex MD health score in the mobile portal at his home gym
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Simple pricing · Glen Cove member rate

One plan. Two options.

Glen Cove Fitness members$199/month · optional one-time genetic test
Core plan

Men’s Health Optimization

$149to start
$199per month
ongoing

Your $149 start includes bloodwork, your physician visit and your first month of testosterone therapy.

  • Ongoing comprehensive bloodwork

    Track and optimize your hormones, metabolic health, lipids and inflammation.

  • Testosterone therapy

    Physician-prescribed and managed for optimal levels.

  • Physician visits & ongoing care

    Initial and follow-up visits included.

  • Supplement & peptide recommendations

    Personalized to your lab results and goals (e.g., NAD+, sermorelin).

Get started — $149
Upgrade

Add Genetic
Testing

+$349One-time cost · not monthlyLifestyle genetics test

Go deeper with DNA insights to create an even more personalized plan.

  • Understand your biology

    Analyze key genetic markers that impact hormones, metabolism, weight, energy and more.

  • Personalize your plan

    Tailor your testosterone, nutrition, supplement and peptide protocol to your genetic profile.

  • Optimize performance

    See how your genes influence fat loss, muscle gain, recovery and long-term health.

Bundle & save $50Add genetic testing for a one-time $349 (save $50)

HSA/FSA eligible. Includes ongoing comprehensive bloodwork, testosterone therapy, physician visits, and supplement & peptide recommendations.

Apex MD Blood Collection Kit box
Apex MD

At-home
blood test
available

We ship the test to your door. It takes under 15 minutes, includes a prepaid FedEx return label, and results upload straight to your Apex MD portal. Select at home labs at checkout for a $99 additional fee. 

Convenient Test in the comfort
of your home
Fast & easy Takes under
15 minutes
Digital results Results upload
to your portal
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Shipped
to your door
Under
15 minutes
Prepaid FedEx
return label
Secure &
private

Track Your Progress in the Apex MD AI powered portal.

Track your progress every step of the way in your Apex MD portal

Personalized Action Plan
Advanced Medical Insights
Better Physician Decision Making
Eliminate Plateaus
Get Better Results With Less Effort
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We’re here to help

Have questions?

Talk to a real member of the Apex MD team before you buy anything. No pressure, no obligation.

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Call us

Speak with our team about which option fits you.

844-357-3601 Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm ET
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Get answers in seconds from the Apex MD assistant, any time of day.

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Prefer to write it out? We reply within one business day.

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Frequently asked questions

What does it cost?+

$149 to start, which includes your bloodwork, your physician visit and your first month of testosterone therapy. Then $199 a month for ongoing care, which includes quarterly bloodwork, the medications you need and physician visits.

What is the difference between the Men’s Optimal Health Program and the Testosterone Program?+

The Testosterone Program focuses on hormones alone, where the Men’s Optimal Health bloodwork panel takes a far more extensive dive into metabolic, thyroid, lipid and optimal health biomarkers.

What happens if I don’t qualify for testosterone therapy?+

Then you have Essential Optimization included. Your Apex MD physician builds a plan to improve the biomarkers your bloodwork flagged, with nutrition and training guidance plus supplement and peptide recommendations based on your personal needs, and follow-up labs to track your progress and keep optimizing.

How does the blood lab process work?+

You can draw at a local lab or at home — whichever fits your week.

In-lab. After purchase you receive a secure lab order by email. Visit any LabCorp or Quest location, many of which sit inside Walgreens or CVS, and show the form on your phone. Results upload automatically to your Apex MD portal and our team reaches out to schedule your consult.

At home. We ship a complete kit to your door. The test takes under 15 minutes and includes a prepaid FedEx return label. Drop it off, and your results are added securely to your portal.

What is included in my program?+

A comprehensive metabolic and hormone panel; a medical review and health optimization plan from a licensed provider; a customized fitness outline with full Apex MD app access; and the Apex MD health portal for your health score, lab results and follow-up records.

What are the ongoing costs after bloodwork?+

After your $149 start, ongoing care is $199 per month and includes quarterly bloodwork, the medications you need and physician visits. Personalized vitamins and supplements are optional, from $19 per month. No hidden costs.

What ongoing support do I get?+

Continued access to the Apex MD portal and Apex Fit app for body composition, workouts, sleep and nutrition. If you continue with an Apex MD medical wellness program you also get unlimited administrative support, unlimited nurse support, and ongoing physician oversight.

How long do medications take to arrive?+

If you move forward with Apex MD medical wellness products, prescriptions are typically fulfilled and shipped within two to three business days.

Glen Cove Fitness member offer

Find out what’s really going on. Start with labs.

$249$149to start

then $199/month · save $100 to start

Get started — $149 See what’s included
  • Physician prescribed
  • No in-person visit needed
  • Month to month
  • HSA/FSA eligible

Questions first? Call 844-357-3601 · Mon–Fri, 9am–6pm ET

Apex Men’s Optimal Health — start with labs Glen Cove members: $149 to start (reg. $249) · then $199/month · HSA/FSA eligible
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Included in your $149 start

Male Hormone Panel

8 tests · reviewed by an Apex MD physician

Testosterone & estrogen

  • Testosterone, Total (LC/MS)
  • Testosterone, Free
  • Testosterone, Bioavailable
  • Estradiol

Pituitary signal

  • Luteinizing Hormone (LH)

Prostate & blood

  • PSA, Total
  • Hematocrit

Liver

  • Hepatic function panel

Metabolic

  • Hemoglobin A1c
  • Fasting glucose
  • Fasting insulin
Get started — $149 View full panel details