Customized Relief

Customized Relief Christopher H. Roberts, MD
The Four State area's only Board-certified Urogynecologist. The 4-State area's only Board-certified Functional Medicine Specialist.

09/07/2026

Dr. Roberts explains that when patients taking levothyroxine continue to experience thyroid-related symptoms, some may experience improvement after switching to desiccated thyroid extract (DTE), which contains both T4 and T3.

He explains that desiccated thyroid was used as a thyroid hormone replacement therapy long before levothyroxine became widely used. Today, however, desiccated thyroid medications remain a topic of controversy, particularly as the FDA continues to address regulations surrounding animal-derived thyroid medications.

Dr. Roberts also discusses how compounded thyroid medications may offer additional options for patients who need a more individualized approach to their thyroid hormone replacement.

Are you looking for a more personalized approach to your thyroid health? Check out Customized Relief today.

Disclaimer: This video is provided for informational purposes only and is intended to introduce services available within our practice. Nothing in this video should be interpreted as medical advice, clinical instruction, or a recommendation regarding the practice of medicine. We are not making claims regarding the diagnosis, treatment, cure, or prevention of any disease or medical condition. Individual patient needs and outcomes vary, and medical decisions should be made in consultation with a qualified healthcare professional.

09/04/2026

Dr. Roberts explains how adding T3 in the form of liothyronine may be considered for some patients taking thyroid medication such as levothyroxine, particularly when they continue to experience symptoms despite treatment.

For some patients, incorporating T3 may allow their overall thyroid medication regimen to be adjusted rather than simply continuing to increase their levothyroxine dose.

At Customized Relief, we believe in looking beyond simply increasing medication and taking a more individualized approach to thyroid health. Through comprehensive testing and personalized treatment, our goal is to better understand what may be contributing to your symptoms.

Looking for a more personalized approach to your thyroid health? Check out Customized Relief today.

Disclaimer: This video is provided for informational purposes only and is intended to introduce services available within our practice. Nothing in this video should be interpreted as medical advice, clinical instruction, or a recommendation regarding the practice of medicine. We are not making claims regarding the diagnosis, treatment, cure, or prevention of any disease or medical condition. Individual patient needs and outcomes vary, and medical decisions should be made in consultation with a qualified healthcare professional.

09/02/2026

Curtis Beall, DNP, FNP-C, explains how thyroid medications such as levothyroxine work and why looking beyond a single thyroid marker is important when patients continue to experience symptoms.

Stress can influence thyroid hormone metabolism and may be one factor to consider when someone continues to struggle with symptoms despite taking thyroid medication.

At Customized Relief, we believe in looking at the bigger picture and using comprehensive testing to help identify factors that may be contributing to your symptoms.

Do you want a more personalized, holistic approach to your thyroid health? Check out Customized Relief today.

Disclaimer: This video is provided for informational purposes only and is intended to introduce services available within our practice. Nothing in this video should be interpreted as medical advice, clinical instruction, or a recommendation regarding the practice of medicine. We are not making claims regarding the diagnosis, treatment, cure, or prevention of any disease or medical condition. Individual patient needs and outcomes vary, and medical decisions should be made in consultation with a qualified healthcare professional.

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08/31/2026

Curtis Beall, DNP, FNP-C, explains that there are several symptoms to look out for if you’re still not feeling your best while taking thyroid medication:

❌Low Energy
❌Weight gain or difficulty losing weight
❌Difficulty regulating body temperature
❌Hair loss

When a patient comes into our practice experiencing these symptoms, we take a closer look at their thyroid function and overall health to help determine what may be contributing to their symptoms.

Are you looking for a personalized, comprehensive approach to your thyroid health? Check out Customized Relief today.

Disclaimer: This video is provided for informational purposes only and is intended to introduce services available within our practice. Nothing in this video should be interpreted as medical advice, clinical instruction, or a recommendation regarding the practice of medicine. We are not making claims regarding the diagnosis, treatment, cure, or prevention of any disease or medical condition. Individual patient needs and outcomes vary, and medical decisions should be made in consultation with a qualified healthcare professional.

08/28/2026

Dr. Roberts explains why additional thyroid testing beyond standard TSH or free T4 levels may provide additional information when evaluating thyroid function.

T3 is an important thyroid hormone, and free T3 and reverse T3 can provide different pieces of information when interpreted alongside other thyroid labs and the overall clinical picture.

Are you looking for a more personalized, comprehensive approach to your thyroid health? Visit Customized Relief today.

Disclaimer: This video is provided for informational purposes only and is intended to introduce services available within our practice. Nothing in this video should be interpreted as medical advice, clinical instruction, or a recommendation regarding the practice of medicine. We are not making claims regarding the diagnosis, treatment, cure, or prevention of any disease or medical condition. Individual patient needs and outcomes vary, and medical decisions should be made in consultation with a qualified healthcare professional.

08/26/2026

Is your doctor testing anything beyond a basic TSH or free T4 level?

Curtis Beall, DNP, FNP-C, explains that while there is nothing inherently wrong with these markers, looking at additional thyroid markers may provide a more complete picture of thyroid function. Depending on the individual, this may include free T3, reverse T3, or thyroid antibodies.

Are you looking for a more personalized, comprehensive approach to your thyroid health? Check out Customized Relief today.

Disclaimer: This video is provided for informational purposes only and is intended to introduce services available within our practice. Nothing in this video should be interpreted as medical advice, clinical instruction, or a recommendation regarding the practice of medicine. We are not making claims regarding the diagnosis, treatment, cure, or prevention of any disease or medical condition. Individual patient needs and outcomes vary, and medical decisions should be made in consultation with a qualified healthcare professional.

08/25/2026

Dr. Roberts discusses symptoms that may prompt you to take a closer look at your indoor environment and air quality.

In this interview with Kevin Burk, a representative from Zehnder Americas, they dive into why proper ventilation and fresh air are important for maintaining healthy indoor air quality—and why ventilation can be especially important when you’re concerned about moisture or mold in your home.

Concerned that your indoor environment may be affecting your health? Looking for a personalized approach to your health concerns? Check out Customized Relief today.

Disclaimer: This content is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or medical condition. Symptoms discussed in this content are not specific to mold exposure and should not be used to self-diagnose mold toxicity. Information regarding indoor air quality and mold should not be considered medical advice.

08/21/2026

Kevin Burk, a representative from Zehnder Americas, discusses the different ways a Zehnder fresh air system can be installed in your home.

While installing a Zehnder system during new construction can make the installation process easier, many homeowners can also have a Zehnder system installed in an existing home as a retrofit.

Stay tuned for the full-length interview with Dr. Roberts coming next Friday!

The air you breathe can affect your health in more ways than you might think. Wondering if your indoor air quality could be affecting your health? Check out Customized Relief for a personalized approach to your health.

Disclaimer: This content is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or medical condition. Information regarding indoor air quality and ventilation should not be considered medical advice. Individual experiences and outcomes may vary.

08/19/2026

Kevin Burk, a representative from Zehnder Americas, explains one of the key benefits of the Zehnder ERV system: it provides continuous ventilation throughout your home.

Unlike bathroom or utility fans that need to be manually turned on—and can easily be forgotten—an ERV is designed to provide consistent ventilation without relying on someone to remember to turn it on.

Stay tuned for the full-length interview with Kevin and Dr. Roberts coming soon!

Concerned that your indoor environment may be affecting your health? Visit Customized Relief today to learn more about our personalized approach to identifying potential environmental factors.

Disclaimer: This content is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or medical condition. Information about indoor air quality and ventilation should not be considered medical advice. Individual experiences and outcomes may vary.

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08/18/2026

Dr. Roberts explains how changes in home construction over the years have made modern homes more energy efficient—but also more tightly sealed, which can reduce natural air exchange and make proper ventilation increasingly important.

In this interview with Kevin Burk, a representative from Zehnder Americas, they discuss how proper ventilation can help bring fresh air into the home, manage indoor humidity, and reduce conditions that can contribute to mold growth—all while maintaining energy efficiency.

Stay tuned for the full-length interview!

Concerned that your indoor environment may be affecting your health? Visit Customized Relief today to learn more about our personalized approach to identifying potential environmental factors.

Disclaimer: This content is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or medical condition. Information regarding indoor air quality, mold, and environmental health should not be considered medical advice. Individual experiences and outcomes may vary.

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