By Todd Patrick Howell, MD — Founder & Medical Director, The Aesthetic Medicine and Anti-Aging Clinics of Louisiana. Member, American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery (AACS) · Member, American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M) · LSU School of Medicine, New Orleans (Class of 2000) · 17+ years specializing in aesthetic and anti-aging medicine.
Hormone replacement therapy in Baton Rouge has historically meant one of two things: a primary care visit that ends with “your labs are normal,” or a corporate hormone clinic where you are handed a prescription and a follow-up scheduled six months out. The Aesthetic Medicine and Anti-Aging Clinics of Louisiana — founded in Baton Rouge in 2009 by Dr. Todd Howell — was built for the men and women who want a third option: physician-led HRT, structured monitoring, integrated longevity care, and the time at consultation to actually be heard.
Our Baton Rouge clinic sits on Bluebonnet Boulevard, between Highland Road and Perkins Road — convenient for patients in Baton Rouge proper, Prairieville, Zachary, Denham Springs, Central, Gonzales, and the surrounding communities. We have been treating Louisiana hormone patients here for 17 years.
We are the only physician-led practice in Baton Rouge and Lafayette to combine nationally recognized aesthetic medicine, advanced hormone and longevity therapy, and surgeon-level body contouring under a single Medical Director. Founded in 2009 by Dr. Todd Howell and supported by an experienced team of nurse practitioners, master injectors, certified laser technicians, and medical aestheticians, the practice operates one of the deepest device and injectable suites in the state — built over 17+ years for patients who want every capability under one roof. For Baton Rouge patients in particular, that integrated structure means your hormone program does not exist in isolation — it is supported by the longevity, aesthetic, and body contouring services that complement an internal hormonal restoration.
The Anti-Aging Clinics: Baton Rouge HRT Practice
Our Baton Rouge clinic is the founding location and the largest of our two facilities. The HRT program here is led by Dr. Todd Howell with a team of credentialed nurse practitioners and clinical providers. Initial consultations are conducted by Dr. Howell or, for established protocols, by our experienced NP team — all under the same Medical Director, the same protocols, and the same philosophy of care.
Beyond hormones, the Baton Rouge clinic operates the full device and injectable suite that has made the practice known in Louisiana: Morpheus8 RF Microneedling (two machines), HALO Hybrid Fractional Laser, BBL/IPL, PicoWay Resolve, CO2 Laser Resurfacing, EvolveX, Velashape III, and the complete injectable line (Botox, Juvederm, Radiesse, Sculptra, PRP/PRF). For HRT patients who want their internal restoration matched by external care, everything is available at one address.
Who We Treat in Baton Rouge
Our Baton Rouge HRT patients fall into a few distinct groups. The most common is the woman in her early-to-mid 40s who has spent two or three years explaining to herself that the fatigue, the weight gain, the sleep disruption, and the mood changes are just “life.” Her primary care has told her she is normal. She is not.
The second is the high-performing man in his late 40s or 50s — often a business owner, executive, physician, attorney, or industry leader — whose energy and edge have flattened. He has trained harder, eaten cleaner, and slept more. None of it has worked. His wife, often already a patient, is the one who suggests the consultation.
The third is the patient who has been on hormones somewhere else, has not seen the expected results, and has come to us for a more rigorous approach. We see this regularly — often patients who started with an online TRT clinic or a chain pellet practice and want physician-led oversight.
All three groups want the same thing: to feel like themselves again. The path is individualized.
The Symptom-First HRT Evaluation Process
Your first appointment in Baton Rouge is approximately 60 minutes. We begin with a thorough symptom review — not a check-the-box form, but a real conversation. We look at your medical history, prior hormonal use, surgical history, family cancer history, and cardiovascular profile. Then we order a comprehensive hormone and metabolic panel that goes well beyond what most primary care offices order.
Once your labs return, you come back for a protocol-building visit. Dr. Howell or your provider walks through every number, explains the rationale for each part of your protocol, and answers every question. You leave with a written plan, a clear understanding of next steps, and the schedule for your first follow-up.
Monitoring then continues at structured intervals: 6 weeks, 3 months, 6 months, then twice yearly. Your protocol gets adjusted based on your labs and — more importantly — how you actually feel.
HRT Delivery Methods Available in Baton Rouge
The full HRT delivery range is available at our Baton Rouge clinic:
- Testosterone Replacement Therapy — customized care for hormone balance
- Topical creams and gels — daily application, maximum dose flexibility
- Transdermal patches — FDA-approved estradiol patches applied weekly
- Injectable testosterone — weekly or twice-weekly home administration
- Oral micronized progesterone — typically at bedtime for sleep support
- Enclomiphene — for men preserving fertility
The right method depends on your physiology, your lifestyle, and your preference for how you want to manage the program. We will recommend a path at consultation — and the path can change over time.
Bluebonnet Corridor: Access from Prairieville, Zachary, Central, Gonzales, and Beyond
Our Baton Rouge clinic is at 8485 Bluebonnet Boulevard, between Highland Road and Perkins Road. Parking is on-site, the entrance is private, and the consultation rooms were designed for the kind of privacy our patients expect. We routinely serve patients commuting from across the region:
- Prairieville (Ascension Parish) — approximately 12 miles, 20-minute drive
- Zachary — approximately 17 miles, 25-minute drive
- Central — approximately 13 miles, 22-minute drive
- Denham Springs / Livingston Parish — approximately 14 miles
- Gonzales — approximately 22 miles
- Country Club of Louisiana, Highland Park, Shenandoah, Inniswold — all within the Bluebonnet corridor
- Walker, Baker, Port Allen — within reasonable drive radius
For patients who want a longer time-on-site (such as combining a hormone follow-up with an aesthetic service the same day), we can stack appointments efficiently.
HRT Cost, Financing, and Membership in Baton Rouge
HRT pricing depends on the protocol, the delivery method, the lab work required, and the level of monitoring. We provide a clear, written cost estimate at your consultation. Most patients find that physician-led HRT is more affordable than expected when compared to the cumulative cost of leaving hormonal decline untreated.
Financing is available through CareCredit, Cherry, and PatientFi — most of our patients qualify for 0% interest financing on packages over $1,000. Our Longevity membership tier (in active redevelopment) includes hormone labs, the HRT program, NAD+ IV monthly, and member pricing on the practice’s aesthetic services. For long-term HRT patients, membership is typically the most cost-effective structure.
Meet Dr. Howell and the Baton Rouge Team
Dr. Todd Patrick Howell is the founding Medical Director of the practice. A graduate of LSU School of Medicine in New Orleans (Class of 2000), Dr. Howell completed his transitional year internship at Ochsner Clinic Foundation and his Emergency Medicine residency at LSU School of Medicine in Baton Rouge. He is a member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery and the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine, and is co-founder of the National Aesthetic Laser Institute. He has spent 17+ years specifically building the integrated practice model The Aesthetic Medicine and Anti-Aging Clinics of Louisiana operates today.
Dr. Howell is supported in Baton Rouge by a team of credentialed nurse practitioners, master injectors, certified laser technicians, and medical aestheticians. Many of our HRT patients see Dr. Howell at initial consultation and protocol-building, and our NPs for routine follow-ups. Every protocol carries his signature regardless of who you see day-to-day.
In 2016, the practice was named Best Aesthetic Practice in the Nation at THE Aesthetic Awards. In 2015, Dr. Howell received the Best Male Patient Surgery award at THE Aesthetic Awards for his VASERlipo Hi-Def work. Both are national recognitions, judged by industry peers.
Frequently Asked Questions from Baton Rouge Patients
Do I need a referral to start HRT?
No. You can book a consultation directly. We do not require a primary care referral, though we are happy to coordinate with your PCP if you would like us to.
What if I am traveling for work and need flexibility?
We accommodate frequently-traveling executives. Lab work can be drawn at our clinic or coordinated with a lab convenient to your travel schedule. Pellet therapy or longer-acting protocols often work well for patients with unpredictable schedules.
How quickly can I get an appointment?
Initial consultations are typically available within 1-2 weeks. We do our best to accommodate urgent requests when possible.
What if I have had breast cancer in my history?
This is a clinical conversation. Some patients with breast cancer history can safely use low-dose vaginal estrogen or other targeted protocols; others should not consider systemic HRT. Dr. Howell assesses each case individually with your full medical picture.
Can my spouse and I be seen together?
Yes. Joint consultations are common — often a wife who is already a patient brings her husband, or vice versa. We are happy to coordinate scheduling.
Are consultations free?
Initial consultations are complimentary. There is no charge to come in, meet the team, and explore whether HRT is right for you.
Book a Consultation
Schedule your complimentary consultation at our Baton Rouge clinic. We will spend the time needed to understand your symptoms, review your medical picture, and recommend whether HRT is the right next step for you. Call us at (225) 753-1234 (Baton Rouge) or (337) 484-1234 (Lafayette), or schedule online through the link below.
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